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Redefining Motherhood: Unpacking the Invisible Load | Empowering Moms to Prioritize Self-care | Challenging Societal Expectations | Building a Supportive Community
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Today on the podcast, Erica DJossa, CEO of MomWell and author of "Releasing the Motherload," shares her journey into maternal mental health work after experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety. She discusses the challenges of motherhood and the importance of redefining expectations. Tune in for insights on supporting maternal mental health and the parallels between her work and pelvic health.
Timestamps
- (03:08) MomWell is expanding its services to address maternal mental health challenges in the US and Canada, focusing on providing support and resources to mothers during the high-risk transition into motherhood.
- (10:16) MomWell's platform offers various courses and resources to help mothers navigate challenges like mom rage, postpartum anxiety, and back-to-work transitions, providing accessible support at different price points.
- (19:07) The challenges faced by mothers in the US, such as lack of maternity leave and unequal distribution of domestic labor, contribute to the maternal mental health crisis, highlighting the importance of addressing these societal issues.
- (31:05) Erica's book, "Releasing the Motherload," aims to help mothers unlearn societal norms and expectations around motherhood, empowering them to prioritize self-care and personal identity.
- (43:20) Despite the challenges and setbacks in entrepreneurship, having a strong mission and purpose, like the impact on maternal mental health, can drive resilience and motivation to overcome obstacles in building a company.
Host Bio
This podcast is hosted by Sheree Dibiase, PT ICLM. She is a nationally recognized women's health physical therapist who owns seven private clinics — one of the biggest networks in the US. She has spent 30+ years practicing in the oncology, pelvic floor, and prenatal postpartum healthcare spaces. She was also a professor for seven years a Loma Linda University where she taught kinesiology.
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Keywords
Femtech, Women's Health, Pelvic Floor, Breast Cancer, Prenatal & postpartum
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