Motherhood & The Brain Esther Mbabazi

Send us a Text Message.When a preteen son courageously expressed his wish to live with his father, his mom was overwhelmed with emotions, doubting her role and abilities as a mother.What followed was a journey through the challenges of co-parenting, understanding how our brains resist change, and recognizing our negative biases. These insights are ones I am excited to share with you.In this honest conversation, I explore the emotional turmoil that comes with a child's decision to change their...

Send us a Text Message.Discover how to reclaim your peace of mind in the chaos of motherhood as I help you navigate the overwhelm many mothers feel.I'll guide you in distinguishing between the noise in your head and the reality of your situation. You'll learn to sort out your thoughts and identify what's true and what's just heavy interpretation.We'll address the pressure of societal expectations and the trap of comparing yourself to other moms, giving you tools to create a more manageable an...

Send us a Text Message.When the laughter around the dinner table turns into a battleground between your preteen and their step-parent, the heartache can feel overwhelming. Imagine if, instead of bracing for the worst, you could approach these family conflicts with a sense of compassion and understanding. That's exactly the journey we're guiding you through, exploring the complexities of step-family dynamics without the rose-colored glasses. We share candid discussions and heartfelt stories, r...

Send us a Text Message.Ever wonder how our childhood experiences affect how we raise our own kids? I'm Esther Mbabazi, and in this episode of Motherhood & The Brain, we talk about how our instincts as moms are influenced by our past. We'll explore why we feel the need to protect our children so much and how sometimes that clashes with the kind of moms we want to be. We'll dig into how our own upbringing shapes the way we interact with our kids without us even realizing it. Join ...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I invite you to pause and reflect on your actions and intentions, questioning the status quo and aligning with your family's values and needs.Let's start by unpacking the societal and personal pressures shaping our approaches to motherhood. Why do we parent the way we do? Through introspection, we can discover more satisfying and authentic parenting styles, breaking free from tradition to find what truly works for our unique families.Crafting your path ...

Send us a Text Message.Today, Esther dives into the deep waters of motherhood and career in a way that really hits home. She talks about that tug-of-war many moms feel between returning to work and staying with their baby. Esther brings up societal pressures and the internal battles we face when balancing work and maternal instincts.Then, she introduces this fascinating concept of the "protective brain." You know, how a mom's brain is wired to shield her child, and how going back to work can ...