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April 29, 2021 38 mins

In today’s episode, I have a conversation with Dr. Amber Thornton, clinical psychologist and motherhood wellness consultant, about intentionally creating more balance in motherhood.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Redefining balance as mamas

  • How the idea of not being able to accomplish her professional goals made Dr. Thornton apprehensive about becoming a mama

  • How society has normalized struggling as mamas and feeling the need to do it all

  • The importance of showing your children what taking care of yourself looks like in practice

  • How finding balance as a mama is a form of caring for yourself

  • Identifying what burnout looks like

  • Balanced Working Mama Empowerment Program

  • How to create boundaries and stick to them

  • Prioritizing your wellness

  • Living fully in all of our identities

  • Articulating your needs

  • The importance of finding your mama tribe

  • ...and much more!

About Dr. Amber Thornton:

Dr. Amber Thornton is a licensed psychologist and motherhood wellness consultant. She is the owner of Dr. Amber Thornton Consulting, LLC and founder of Balanced Working Mama, where the mission is to completely change the narrative of what is possible for working mothers by helping them to better balance work, motherhood, and wellness.

Connect w/ Dr. Thornton:

Website: www.balancedworkingmama.com

Email: hello@dramberthornton.com

Instagram:

@dramberthornton 

@balancedworkingmama

Podcast:

The Balanced Working Mama Podcast 

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