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June 24, 2025 13 mins

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Rediscovering Yourself After Motherhood: Embracing the New Chapter 

Insights from 'Top Down, Heart Open' with Kimberly Maturin 

In this heartfelt episode of Top Down, Heart Open, host Kimberly Maturin delves deeply into the transitional phase women face when their roles as mothers evolve, leaving them to rediscover their identities. Kimberly shares her own journey, emphasizing the importance of embracing change, finding new passions, and taking small steps toward personal growth. She encourages listeners to honor their feelings, seek moments of stillness, and remember that it is okay to not be okay. Through candid conversations and relatable anecdotes, Kimberly offers support and motivation for women navigating this "magic middle" of life. 

Episode Overview 

  • Host: Kimberly Maturin 
  • Podcast: Top Down, Heart Open 
  • Episode: Motherhood was my Identity.....Now What? 


Episode Timeline 

  • 00:00 – Episode 2: Motherhood was my Identity.....Now What? 
  • 01:09 – Rediscovering Yourself After Motherhood 
  • 02:18 – Embracing the Silence and Finding Hope 
  • 05:25 – Small Steps to Reconnect with Yourself 
  • 06:42 – Realistic and Doable Steps for Healing 
  • 09:05 – Finding Joy in the Little Things 
  • 10:54 – Shoutout Segment 
  • 11:44 – Stay Connected and Keep Your Heart Open 


Episode Highlights 

  • Exploring the journey of women moving beyond the central role of motherhood to reclaim their sense of self. 
  • Kimberly shares personal stories and honest reflections about identity, change, and hope after motherhood. 
  • Practical, realistic steps for healing and self-rediscovery, encouraging listeners to take action, no matter how small. 
  • The importance of embracing imperfection, finding joy in little moments, and building community is emphasized throughout the episode. 
  • Special shout-out to Kimberly’s cousin Beth and her family, honoring their strength and resilience. 

Key Takeaways 

  • Honor the feelings that come with major life transitions, it's normal to feel a sense of loss and uncertainty. 
  • Small, realistic steps forward can lead to meaningful self-discovery and growth. 
  • Embrace the magic middle as a time of possibility, humor, and new beginnings. 


Connect & Participate 

  • Listeners are invited to connect on social media and share their own stories of transformation. 
  • Join exclusive podcast giveaways in celebration of the show’s launch. 

 Kimberly concludes the episode with a call to action, inviting listeners to connect, share their own stories, and participate in exclusive podcast giveaways. This episode serves as a warm reminder that rediscovering yourself and nurturing your own passions is not only possible, but a vital and beaut

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