This week, I'm chatting it up with Dr. Jenny Yip. Together we delve into the often-overlooked topic of postpartum mental health, particularly focusing on postpartum anxiety and OCD. Because let's keep it real being a mama—a good one—ain't for the weak of heart. This is why we discuss the stigma surrounding maternal mental health, the societal pressures on mothers, and the importance of support systems. It truly takes a village to raise these babies.

Y'all don't want to miss this episode! Dr. Yip was dropping gem after gem.

Dr. Jenny Yip, PsyD, ABPP, is a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, author, and speaker with over two decades of experience in treating severe OCD and anxiety disorders. Inspired by her personal struggles with OCD, Dr. Yip has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families overcome mental health challenges. A nationally recognized expert, Dr. Yip developed the Family Systems Based Strategic CBT and has been featured in various media outlets. She co-hosts the Stress Less Life Podcast and serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the USC Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Yip is also a Board Certified Behavioral & Cognitive Psychologist who actively participates in numerous professional boards and committees to improve mental wellness.

Dr. Yip’s pioneering work includes founding the Renewed Freedom Center in Los Angeles in 2008, which offers advanced treatment for OCD and anxiety disorders, and establishing the Little Thinkers Center in 2016, which helps children develop critical and creative thinking skills to overcome academic challenges. Her previous book, “Productive, Successful," has been widely acclaimed for its practical approach to managing anxiety.

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This week, I got to sit down with an actual registered dietician to talk about all things perimenopause. Mamas, help me welcome Ashley Koff, a registered dietitian, to the show. In this episode, she shares her journey and expertise in nutrition, mainly focusing on gut health and its critical role in women's health during perimenopause.

We discussed the importance of understanding hormonal changes, tracking symptoms, and optimizing digestion to improve overall well-being. Ashley emphasizes the need for personalized approaches to health and nutrition, advocating for awareness of one's body and the significance of nutrient sufficiency.

Ashley dropped so many gems in this episode! I promise you don't want to miss this one.

Ashley is a personalized nutrition practitioner, expert, speaker, advisor, and author with over 25 years of helping people identify and make better nutrition choices for better health.

Today, she helms a team of practitioners and coaches at The Better Nutrition Program, serving people nationwide. She was awarded as among CNN's top 100 Health Makers, Hollywood's Top Nutritionist by InStyle magazine, and Top 100 Dietitians by Today's Dietitian. Connect with her on social media at @ashleykoffapproved @thebetternutritionprogram (@betternutritionprogram on TikTok)

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Chile, I'm late posting this episode because of #MomLife and #AuthorLife. However, I had to share my robust conversation on healing motherhood wounds.

In this conversation, Brittney Scott—a licensed therapist—and I delve into the complexities of motherhood, healing from childhood trauma, and the importance of creating safe spaces for children. We discuss the generational impact of parenting styles, the significance of emotional support, and practical steps for healing. These steps include journaling and regulating the nervous system. But listen Sis; patience is the name of the game when it comes to the healing process and the importance of breaking cycles of trauma to foster healthier relationships with our babies.

Brittney Scott is a licensed therapist and mother-daughter coach with a master's in clinical mental health counseling. Using her expertise and experience as a licensed therapist, she helps women heal their relationships with their mothers or heal from painful dynamics in their mother-daughter relationships. As the eldest daughter and mother of a daughter, taking her lived experience and knowledge of how women relate to each other to help them break cycles unique to their lineage. When women know how to use their voices, they can meet their needs healthily and successfully.

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