E82. The undiscussed emotions of motherhood With Anna Mathur

Oh motherhood, you think you are prepared and then it actually happens and wow it is a rollercoaster. There seems to be a taboo around sharing how we actually feel during motherhood, and it is important we normalise the spectrum of emotions we may feel as we navigate our new roles as mothers.   This week I am joined by Anna Mathur @annamathur where we discuss the juggle of mum life amongst guilt, loneliness and overwhelm to name a few emotions.   I highly recommend Anna’s new book to help you find your calm in the chaos. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Little-Book-Calm-New-Mums/dp/0241559812/ref=asc_df_0241559812/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=570430330025&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2248060045060247048&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045515&hvtargid=pla-1640985337587&psc=1&th=1&psc=1   I want to also share with you some important evidence.- scientists have been looking into the impact of maternal stress on a developing baby in pregnancy and have found that babies are impacted by stress, anxiety, and depression in their mothers. Fascinatingly it has been found to impact a baby’s immune response and linked to development of conditions such as Asthma. To learn more about this link and to understand ways of managing feelings of stress head over to www.aptaclub.co.uk/midwifepip   For more on this topic check out Pip’s Blog: https://www.midwifepip.com/blog   Looking for expert support and information throughout Pregnancy, Birth and the Postpartum? Visit www.midwifepip.com to see all the courses I offer.   Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/midwife_pip   And. remember to hit subscribe to make sure you don't miss my upcoming episodes! Midwife Pip x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices