What IS real “self-care” for Moms?
I welcome Psychiatrist, New York Times Contributor, and author Dr. Pooja Lakshmin to discuss what real self-care really is. Her book REAL SELF-CARE: A Transformative Program for Redefining Wellness (Crystals, Cleanses, and Bubble Baths Not Included) is out today and we discuss: The difference between faux self-care and real self-care What the wellness industry forgets when it comes to true wellness How to actually do self-care that is transformative Systemic barriers to self-care Connect with Dr. Pooja Buy Pooja's new book REAL SELF-CARE: A Transformative Program for Redefining Wellness (Crystals, Cleanses, and Bubble Baths Not Included) here. Sign up for Pooja's free Substack email list, Therapy Takeaway, here. Join Pooja's community, Gemma, the physician-built women's mental health platform here. Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk TV on YouTube. SPONSORS Stokke offers baby products designed to empower parents from day one, foster closeness and connection between them and their baby and to support the healthy development of their child. You can use promo code PEDSDOCTALK at checkout for a free cushion with any high chair purchase. Visit Stokke.com with the promo code PEDSDOCTALK Are you flying with a newborn or toddler soon? No more worrying about lost or damaged strollers with BABYZEN YOYO. It is the perfect compact and lightweight stroller for travel and everyday life. Use promo code PEDSDOCTALK at checkout for a free cup holder with your stroller purchase. Visit BABYZEN.com with the promo code PEDSDOCTALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices