Podcasts about balanced working mama

Introduction | T-Kea and Jordan discuss self-care and the importance of making time for yourself. After all, you can't pour from an empty cup. Self-care doesn't have to break the bank. Practical, everyday actions will fill your cup, too. Cheers!Spotlight | Dr. Nakita Mortimer (died on May 24, 2023), a 29-year-old resident doctor training to become an anesthesiologist, who died by suicide on May 24, 2023.  Dr. Mortimer was also a Union Organizer who used her voice to advocate for fellow medical peers. Resource | The NAP Ministry: Tricia HerseyThe originators of the “Rest is Resistance” movement, which” is a call to action and manifesto for those who are sleep deprived, searching for justice, and longing to be liberated from the oppressive grip of Grind Culture”. Website: https://thenapministry.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/thenapministry/?hl=enCommunity Changemaker | Dr. Amber ThorntonClinical psychologist, host of the Balanced Working Mama podcast, Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert, mom of two, and wife, Dr. Thornton's goal is to help mothers find balance and undo default parenting to ensure moms are taking care of themselves.Website: www.balancedworkingmama.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/dramberthornton/Moment of Inspiration | We leave you with a quote from Tricia Hersey of The NAP Ministry: “We are not resting to recharge so we can do more. We are simply just resting. We are resting because it's our divine and human right. It's not connected to more output. I need y'all to get this”.Make time to rest and recharge. You deserve it. Connect with Us  | Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackpeoplediebysuicide2?_t=8cjqDTiqHbq&_r=1Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/blackpeoplediebysuicidetooYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@BPDBSTPodcast Follow T-Kea!IG: https://www.instagram.com/t_keablackman/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t_keablackman?_t=8bmrLfPUQV4&_r=1 Follow Jordan!IG:https://www.instagram.com/thelatebluumer/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Donate | Help us end suicide in the Black community and donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=FRHD8VAWVWV56 Shop | Get your merch and support the show: https://bpdbst-podcast.printify.me/products Events: | NAMI 41st Annual ConferenceDate: Friday, October 13, 2023 and Saturday, October 14, 2023Time: 8:30 AM to 6:30PM ET (each day)Sign-Up: https://hopin.com/events/41st-annual-conference-f7db42a3-13e9-4e44-ad83-f44b7a9eabfc/registration(Don't miss our panel, “It's Not a White Thing”: Black People Die By Suicide Too, on October 14th from 10:05 AM to 11:05 AM ET)Black & Suicidal Peer Support GroupDate: Thursd

The controversial idea of “default parents” has once again been trending on TikTok, with more moms opening up about the burnout they're experiencing.  But now, licensed therapist and Doctor of Psychology Amber Thornton of The Balanced Working Mama is confirming that "Default Parent Syndrome" is not only real but a legitimate issue for moms all over the world.

In this episode, Kiesha is joined by Dr. Amber Thornton, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Default Parenting + Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert, and the Founder of Balanced Working Mama, where the mission is to support millennial mothers in creating a life of more balance and wellness.It is important that we - for our individual and collective wellbeing - break free from confining social norms and cultural conditioning that don't serve us.  And this is why Dr. Amber is a person I appreciate deeply because that is exactly what she helps people do. Her current teaching is focused on undoing the prevalence of default parenting syndrome.  Tune in to learn how default parenting can lead to a type of life that makes it easy to lose yourself and your dreams.  Together, we discuss the power of crafting a life that includes space for you to learn yourself and to have what you need to thrive. We also highlight the importance of effective communication and questioning societal expectations.You better tune in and learn more about supporting the parents in your community!Episode Resources:Visit Dr. Amber's WebsiteFollow Dr. Amber on InstagramFollow Dr. Amber on TikTokListen to the Balanced Working Mama PodcastContact Info:Email hosting & speaker booking inquiries for Kiesha to info @ kieshagarrison.coFollow Kiesha on LinkedIn: @kieshagarrisonFollow Kiesha on IG: @kiesha_garrison Directly support the podcast financially:Cash AppVenmoPayPal.Me

“More of us are like me.” This line from Tamika Coleman absolutely hit home. Growing up, most of us probably looked up to marriages that lasted years without fully understanding what was happening behind closed doors. And even if some of us didn't have marriages to model theirs after, women in our homes were often taught to just tough it out and wait for things to get better. But truth is, some things never really get better. This is exactly what happened with Tamika—until she took action and turned around the married single mom narrative. Tune in to this episode and hear how Tamika found the strength to finally ask for help, reclaim her life, and and make the changes she needed. Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to UNDO DEFAULT PARENTING with Balanced Working Mama? Grab a free resource at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episode every Monday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

What's the hardest part of breaking the cycle for you? I learned that for most moms, it's the lack of support from their partner—the very person who is supposed to take care of them. In one of our previous episodes, Tamika Coleman's story of breaking out of the “married single mom” narrative was a huge eye-opener for a lot of moms who have been living up to unrealistic and biased expectations from their partners. This episode, I want to wrap up those key points so we can identify these areas that hold us back from undoing default parenting and changing the narrative for ourselves. Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to UNDO DEFAULT PARENTING with Balanced Working Mama? Grab a free resource at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

For most of us, if not all, motherhood has re-shifted the entire course of our lives. One way these changes have manifested is in how many moms have lost their unique identities outside of motherhood. I want you to know right here, right now, that what you are experiencing is valid, but this is not the end of the road for you. You are a whole person, and your sense of purpose isn't limited to becoming a mom. In this mini episode, we are reflecting on how motherhood has changed many aspects of ourselves including our goals and passions, how we can address our struggles in reconnecting with our lost identities, and ultimately, creating a healthier & more authentic version of motherhood. Get your Notes app or pen and paper ready - and let's get to it! Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to UNDO DEFAULT PARENTING with Balanced Working Mama? Grab a free resource at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

This conversation is a wake-up call. Society has made so many women believe that maternal instincts are simply supposed to kick in magically and that we don't need any more help because we are supposed to know everything about motherhood since day 1. For Tamika Coleman, these unfair expectations were what forced her to take on the default parent role. In this episode, Tamika speaks about her experience of being a married, single mom and how it made every aspect of motherhood feel like she was doing it all alone. She also shares her story of denying her painful truths, and how she was able to get back on her feet by finally getting the help she deserved all along. If this episode resonated with you, then definitely stay tuned for Part 2! Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to UNDO DEFAULT PARENTING with Balanced Working Mama? Grab a free resource at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

You're exhausted. You're right - in a nutshell, that sums up every negative consequence of Default Parenting. But in this episode, I want to dig deep into each one of these consequences so we can be more intentional about the work that needs to be done to undo this cycle. And since we are talking about Default Parenting as a SYNDROME, we will also be talking about the things at the other end of the spectrum: the consequences of being the non-default parent and how kids are impacted by default parenting. Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to UNDO DEFAULT PARENTING with Balanced Working Mama? Grab a free resource at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

The thing about boundaries is that they are often overlooked in motherhood. This is exactly how the “super mom” narrative was normalized. Because of this, many moms, to this day, continue to struggle to separate their identities from this narrative that they SHOULD do it all. As a consequence, this disconnect from their needs and desires has taken away many opportunities for them to ESTABLISH their boundaries. So…how do we actually get started on boundaries? Where do we begin? Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to UNDO DEFAULT PARENTING with Balanced Working Mama? Grab a free resource at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

So…there's a name for the parent who does every single thing in the house? The go-to person? The one who's responsible for most of their kid's needs? Yes—and even without having to put a name to it, you just know you're IT. Let's talk about the Default Parent Syndrome. Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to UNDO DEFAULT PARENTING with Balanced Working Mama? Grab a free resource at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

So, BALANCE in motherhood…might sound ambitious (and crazy), doesn't it? But let me tell you what - there is literally no way that I'm going to stop talking about making balance happen for millennial moms because balance is truly possible. I know there is a HUGE part of society that's going to tell us otherwise. That balance, as a mom, is far from reality but that idea is OUTDATED. And I can say all this because I've seen it happen for me and the wonderful mamas that I've met on this platform, so who's to say it's impossible for you? If you're one of our OG listeners, welcome back and I'm so grateful to have you all along. And if you're new here, let me introduce what Balanced Working Mama is and WHY this movement is so important for me and a lot of moms who have shared their hard truths. This is a safe space, an empowering movement, and I hope you make yourself feel at home. Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to UNDO DEFAULT PARENTING with Balanced Working Mama? Grab a free resource at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

It's been quite some time since our last episode, and the past months have been tough as I went through some tremendous shifts with Balanced Working Mama. But here we are! Showing up for every mama who needs this platform & community has always been fueled by the WHY of this movement - to help millennial moms FIND balance and CREATE the life they want for themselves by undoing an unrealistic version of motherhood. I cannot wait change the narrative with you

We've all felt the guilt that comes with taking time away from our kids to do something we enjoy. But if we're always being told how liberating it is to do things for ourselves, why do we have such complicated feelings about? Dr. Amber Thornton tells us how we can successfully balance our lives both as women and as mothers. Dr. Amber Thornton is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Coach. She is the Founder of Balanced Working Mama, with a mission to completely change the narrative of what is possible for millennial mothers by helping them to better balance work, motherhood, and wellness. She's also the host of the BALANCED WORKING MAMA podcast. Dr. Amber resides in Washington, D.C., with her husband and 2 little ones.  Dr. Amber, Margaret, and Amy discuss: What it means to set a boundary successfully What's really behind mom guilt The perils of secondary expectations It's important to remember that our feelings about our situation don't necessarily reflect the reality that's happening around us. Our guilt about taking time for ourselves as mothers is a commentary on the society we live in, not our actual abilities as parents. Here's where you can find Amber: www.balancedworkingmama.com @dramberthornton on IG/FB/YT/TikTok @balancedworkingmama on IG Links! Joshua Ziesel for The Washington Post: "I wanted to be a better husband. So I planned my kid's birthday party." We discuss the steps that might be involved in undoing our roles as "default parents", a term created by blogger M. Blazoned in 2014. Special thanks to our sponsors for this month: For trusted protection, choose Pampers, the #1 Pediatrician Recommended Brand. Download the Pampers Club App today to start earning rewards with every diaper & wipes purchase. Author Accelerator's Book Coach Certification program provides resources to help you launch your own thriving business coaching writers. Head to bookcoaches.com/podcasts to find out more. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. If you want to live a more empowered life, therapy can get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/FRESH today to get 10% off your first month.  Hello Fresh is America's #1 Meal Kit. Go to HelloFresh.com/wfhpod21 and use code wfhpod21 for 21 free meals plus free shipping! You can try Peloton Tread risk-free with a 30-day home trial. New members only. Not available in remote locations. See additional terms at onepeloton.com/home-trial. Rakuten is an online shopping platform that gives you cash back when you shop at thousands of stores. Start shopping at rakuten.com or get the Rakuten app to start saving today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ok, I know what you're thinking: "Ugh! Balance...Here we go again." Me too friend, me too! I've never believed in this idea of finding 'balance.' What does it even mean? The idea that we can and must "find balance" makes no sense to me. First of all, it implies that we ‘lost' balance and second, it sets us up for failure, especially as women. For many of us, this concept of "finding balance" amidst the chaos of motherhood, is often inconceivable. So, why are we talking about balance? Because, as parents, especially as mothers, I think it's about high time we reclaim the word 'balance,' redefine what balance actually means to us. Today I have the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Amber Thorton, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Motherhood Wellness Consultant and the Founder of Balanced Working Mama. Dr. Amber is on a mission to redefine balance in motherhood, to redefine this notion that burnout and overwhelm go hand in hand with motherhood. She's on a mission to change the narrative of what is possible for working mothers by helping them to better balance work, motherhood, and wellness. In this episode Dr. Amber shares why she initially hesitated to become a mother herself, why redefining balance in motherhood is so important to her, how she defines balance in her own mothering journey, the importance of setting boundaries (i.e. learning to say "No!") and how to set them, why self care isn't selfish, how to ask for help, and the power of community. Mama, if you are seeking to find more peace and less overwhelm in your life, then press play now!  The Wise Consumer Show Notes: https://thewiseconsumer.com/redefining-balance-in-motherhood/

"When are you having kids?" is actually one of the most triggering emotionally loaded questions you can ask. Many pregnancies are unplanned and many are planned; however, no woman should feel constant outside pressure to get pregnant. Plus, let's not forget that fertility challenges exist - in fact, millions of women struggle to get pregnant each year. Fertility challenges can bring up feelings of anxiety, stress, and negative thoughts about your body. Today, I'm in conversation with Dr. Amber of Balanced Working Mama. From what not to say to someone who is trying to conceive, to building a better relationship with your body and practical tips for maintaining your mental health, Dr. Amber is here to help you get your mind in check. Plus, she is answering your questions on how to support someone on their own unique fertility journey. The Flourish Heights Podcast was made for women, by women. To be empowered in health starts with a true connection with your body. Join Valerie Agyeman, Women's Health Dietitian as she breaks through topics surrounding periods, women's nutrition, body awareness, and self-care.  About Dr. Amber Thornton  Dr. Amber Thornton is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Motherhood Wellness Consultant.  She is the Founder of Balanced Working Mama, where her 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 with Dr. Amber: Website: https://www.balancedworkingmama.com Podcast: https://www.balancedworkingmama.com/podcast Instagram: @balancedworkingmama Stay Connected: Let me help you thrive on your unique health journey! 1:1 Virtual Nutrition Counseling: www.flourishheights.com/nutrition-counseling Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submit it to hello@flourishheights.com Say hello! Email us at hello@flourishheights.com Subscribe to our quarterly newsletters: Flourish Heights Newsletter Visit our website + nutrition blog: www.flourishheights.com Women's Nutrition Counseling: www.flourishheights.com/nutrition-counseling Follow us on social media: Instagram: @flourishheights Facebook: @flourishheights Twitter: @flourishheights Want to support this podcast? Leave a rating, write a review and share! Thank you!  

Our community doors are officially OPEN for a limited time only! In The Balanced Working Mama Community, you will have access to: -Connection & networking with 70+ other millennial mamas who are committed to becoming Balanced and Well in motherhood. - The Motherhood Wellness Assessment, a tool used to identify your strengths and areas of growth in motherhood wellness. -Group coaching calls designed to provide strategies and direction for optimal balance & wellness in motherhood. -A private archive of motherhood wellness resources. - Numerous wellness experts serving as guests and teachers within our community -Special and unique discount codes or offers from brands who want to support millennial mothers. My goal is to create a space for millennial mamas who absolutely want to break the generational curses and negative cycles they often grew up seeing regarding motherhood. For this reason, I am looking for more millennial mamas to join us in this journey to redefining motherhood, truly becoming Balanced and having way more wellness than we ever imagined was possible. JOIN US during July 1-8! We can't wait to see you inside. www.balancedworkingmama.com/community to join!

Dr. Amber Thornton is a clinical psychologist helping moms prioritize their own wellness. Join the Balanced Working Mama herself every week to learn how to better balance your work, motherhood, and wellness. Links from the Episode: - The Balanced Working Mama Website - Episode 75: When Anxiety Shows Up in Motherhood

Motherhood is NOT glamorous. If anything, it's the messiest, hardest thing I've ever done but it's truly the BEST thing that's ever happened to me. And to be honest, I wouldn't have it any other way. We're talking about milestones after milestones as we wrap up season 8 of our podcast and it's amazing to share this experience where we are no longer sugarcoating what motherhood looks like for us. We're speaking our truths and breaking cycles. We're rewriting the narrative. And there's more work to do as we move into a new season. Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to become a member of our Balanced Working Mama Community? Learn more at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episodes every Monday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

Yep, you read that correctly! Balanced Working Mama will take a moment to step outside of the virtual space and get in PERSON. If you are coming, please RSVP at www.balancedworkingmama.com/events See yall soon!

Hey, mamas! We're officially on a brand new season of our podcast and I am super grateful to have y'all in this safe space. It makes my heart full knowing you're listening to this episode, wanting to find balance and striving for wellness in motherhood. It's what fuels Balanced Working Mama. It's the WHY behind what we do. And why we keep doing what we do is rooted in the old narrative that motherhood means putting your needs last and letting yourself go. In this episode, I share a few things about how motherhood USED TO BE before there was abundant resources, and what that means for us as millennial moms. Our community is still open and we hope to see more of you this week! Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to become a member of our Balanced Working Mama Community? Learn more at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episodes every Monday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

Wellness isn't a one-time thing. It is THE lifestyle we are striving to pursue and sustain. When we become moms, it is so easy to let wellness slide and make everybody around us our priority. But that's no longer what we should be doing. Here at the Balanced Working Mama, we focus on you. We focus on your well-being. We focus on your what feels and works best for you. There are tons of ideas of wellness and how it looks like for different people, so in this new episode, I want to check in on you with these 9 simple questions to help you figure out where you're at in terms of wellness. Tune in to see for yourself!

I've got some exciting news to share on this Friday! To help me celebrate, please stop what you're doing and give The Balanced Working Mama and 5-star review on Apple Podcast! I appreciate your support. _________________________________________________ Want to send Dr. Amber a question or comment to feature on the podcast? Send her an audio message here. Want to become a member of our Balanced Working Mama Community? Learn more at www.balancedworkingmama.com The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert. New episodes every Monday. Follow us on Instagram! @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama

Episode 6 is dedicated to all the working mamas. My special guest, Dr. Amber Thornton, is a licensed clinical psychologist, wife and mother, who is deeply passionate about helping other working mothers fulfill their goals, passions, and find more joy throughout their motherhood experiences.  She is the 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. During our chat, Dr. Amber shares tips for redefining balance for our personal lives and talks about the importance of getting help on our balancing working mama journey. She also gave great advice for moms who may have mental health struggles such as anxiety and depression, along with some of her top tips for better balancing work, motherhood and wellness. We talked about overcoming guilt, creating bold boundaries, building our mom tribe, and so much more. This episode is sure to resonate with every working mom and give you the inspiration needed to thrive in your working mama journey.Stay connected with Dr. Amber on Instagram @dramberthornton and @balancedworkingmama and online at balancedworkingmama.com. Also, learn about her new membership community for moms here.Website + Show Notes: shalycetyson.com/behindtheglowLet's connect on Instagram: @shalycetyson and @behindtheglowpodcastWant to connect further? Email hello@shalycetyson.comSupport the show hereSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/shalycetyson)

Welcome to Season 7 of the Balanced Working Mama podcast, Mama! I want to say how grateful and proud I am to have you here, listening, because you want to cultivate that balance and wellness in motherhood. We have just opened our Balanced Working Mama Community a few days ago and we are so excited to meet new faces and learn more from each of you this 2022! In this new episode, I have a few questions for you to figure out how balanced you actually are, so grab a piece of paper and pen, open your Notes app, whatever works for you, there is no right or wrong answer. All you gotta be is yourself, then we'll go from there. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

In this bonus episode, the amazing Natasha Nelson, aka "Supernova Momma" is here to share her joy and excitement for the Balanced Working Mama Community launch this coming January 1. Listen to learn what happens when positive parenting + motherhood wellness combine! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

In this bonus episode, our mama friend, Nikki Johnson, is here to share her joy and excitement for the Balanced Working Mama Community Launch, coming January 1. Listen to learn why we need a community to thrive in motherhood! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

It is such a unique and wonderful time to be a mother. For us millennial moms, motherhood looks a lot more different than the previous generations. We have resources, we set up boundaries, take time for self-care, and we have access to communities like Balanced Working Mama. When I became a mother, I decided I wanted it to be different in a way that I'm raising my kids in the best way I can WHILE taking care of myself in healthy ways. But doing all this can be tiring and isolating—especially that motherhood did not come with a roadmap—which is why we need a community, a village of brave and supportive mothers. In this bonus episode, our beautiful mama Ashley Brown is here to share her joy and excitement for the Balanced Working Mama Community launch this coming January 1. Listen to learn why we need a community to thrive in motherhood! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Motherhood Wellness Consultant, Dr. Amber Thornton, the Founder of  Balanced Working Mama, chats with us about creating bold & firm boundaries, decreasing stress and fatigue, and redefining motherhood.

It took me heaps of experience to realize that I needed to take care of myself first, and it's not accident that you're here right now, listening and thinking, ”I've been there, too.” In this bonus episode, we are celebrating our Balanced Working Mama Community Launch with Coach Christina, who will be collaborating with us in the community! There are so many things to look forward to this January 2022 and one of them is being able to DEEPLY connect with mamas who share the same desire to achieve wellness and balance in motherhood in a way that works BEST for you. Tune in to know WHY you should join us in the Balanced Working Mama Community! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Another season of the Balanced Working Mama podcast has officially come to a close! Thank you all for listening in and following along this season, we already cant wait to be back for season 7. I did some reflecting on my motherhood journey, and it made me think about everything that I have learned throughout the years. So for this episode, listen in to hear 4 of the most important lessons to learn in motherhood. These lessons are good no matter what stage of motherhood you're in. Whether you have a newborn or a teenager, it's all the same. So tune in for some great advice. See you guys in season 7! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Unhealthy cycles are already hard to break, and often times when you are in a routine or a cycle, you may not even be aware. The cycle of trauma is no different. On this episode we have Jasmine - mother of two and past Empower Wellness Program mama - here to talk to us about direct and intergenerational trauma, what it is and what it feels like, AND how to break out of that cycle and heal. Make sure to give jasmine a follow on IG @Jazzyd_0201. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

The Balanced Working Mama Community is officially opening its doors in less than two months mama! But before the community can really take off, I want to talk a little about how YOU can become a founding member. Not only will you be able to join and be a part of our community from the start, but you will get to really get to have an impact on the future of the community, in more ways than one. Listen in to this episode to hear what it means to be a founding member of the BWM community, how you can become one, AND finally get some dates on exactly when the community will be up and running. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

A lot of us have had to navigate that transition from being a stay at home mama, to a working mama. When you were on maternity leave - for however long - you were essentially a stay at home mom for that time, and at some point, you returned to work. It is not always an easy transition...in fact, it often is not easy at all. That's why we have Tara Adams here - SAHM to working mama - to give us some tips on how to make that process smooth and guilt free, and to give us some insight on WHY exactly becoming a working mama after being a SAHM was something she wanted to do. Make sure to give Tara a follow on Instagram @YouCarriedLife Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Another Balanced Working Mama Community update coming your way! Today we are talking specifically about the community mission, values and promise. I will also be going through the topics that were discussed in the focus group we had last week (keep an eye out for the next one coming up in just two more weeks). Stay tuned through this episode to you can learn more about the Community and prepare yourself to join in January! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

“Once you become a mom you have no more time for yourself.” Let's PLEASE officially be done with that outdated statement! Having kids does not stop your life or your goals. It may not be easy, but it is more than possible. And if one of your goals is to get back to school, then this is the perfect episode for you. On todays episode I bring in a few mamas who are currently in the process of getting their graduate degree. Listen in as they talk to you about how they balance motherhood and school, and give you the encouragement you may have been needing. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

As most of you have already heard, The Balanced Working Mama Community will be coming soon in January 2022! If you want to hear more about what exactly the Community is, make sure to check out podcast Episode 52 “The Balanced Working Mama Community: Launching January 2022." Motherhood is all consuming. It takes up every aspect of your life and sometimes life catches up with you, and you need a bit of a reminder. That is where having a community will come in handy. On todays episode, I give a few updates on how the Balanced Working Mama community is coming along, including updates such as which platform the community will be housed on, as well as dates for upcoming focus groups. Stay tuned to hear more updates over the next few months! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Last week we celebrated World Mental Health Awareness Day, where we heard thousands of stories of people sharing their mental health struggles, as well as various ways for people to overcome them. Today, we have Tayler (also known as “T”) joining us on this weeks episode. Taylor is a mama of three and former Empower Wellness Program mama. She juggles her motherhood and a full-time job as an IT specialist, as well as all other obstacles life throws at her - including mental health. Tune into this episode as we talk all things anxiety, depression and postpartum, and how we can overcome it. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

For months, I listened to this voice and continued to ask for guidance on where @balancedworkingmama needed to go. I asked for this to become something that can help more mamas than I could ever imagine while also not taking away from my own family or my own wellness.⁣ The word "community" has continued to come up and now I can see very clearly where we are going. This is what I've been guided and led to do.⁣ Surprise Mamas! Coming January 2022, our community will come alive. Stay tuned to this episode to hear more about the makings of the community and what to expect! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Welcome to season 6 of the Balanced Working Mama Podcast! I am so excited to be back in full swing, and even more excited for you to listen to all the upcoming episodes we have for this season. If you have been listening and following us for a while you will notice that each season comes with announcements of change and growth. In this episode, we review new changes we've had and all the amazing changes coming our way! If you're new here, (or just want another recap) keep listening to this episode as we dive into the new and continuously improving Balanced Working Mama. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Head to https://www.balancedworkingmama.com/empower-wellness-program to join us! Registration will close on Friday, September 17, 2021. The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Mamas, it's that time of year again, and the Empower Wellness Program is officially starting back up! I can't stress to you all how important having a reliable community surrounding you during your motherhood is, and that is exactly what the Empower Wellness Program is. If you haven't already heard about what this program can do for you, now is your chance. Listen to WHY and HOW you can join and change your motherhood experience. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

This won't be the first time you have heard us talking about keeping a village around you, and it sure won't be the last! Friends are so important mamas, especially in motherhood. Having people to not only talk and confide in, but to relate and bounce off of when it comes to motherhood. You can't deny that you sometimes simply crave that type of connection with someone that maybe your family or partner just can't give you. Today we are here with Emily Siegel, EdTech woman by day, mommy mentor by night. On this episode, Emily describes her encounters with finding friendships as a mother and what led her to want to help other mamas, as well as giving some insight on how YOU can connect and build relationships with other mamas as well. Want to here more about Emily? Make sure to check out her website HERE and connect with her on Instagram @TheConnectedMomLife! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

How many of you know how to outsource? And how many of you truly know what outsourcing even means? If you didn't raise a hand to either of those questions, NO PROBLEM. That is why we are here today! We are going to talk about how to look for and get all the resources you need as you are on your motherhood journey. In order to get the help, you have to find the help, and if there is one you should should always take from Balanced Working Mama - asking for help is an amazing first step in your journey. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Now I know here at Balanced Working Mama we focus heavily on what's inside (our brain, our emotions, etc) but as many of you know, your physical health is just as important as your mental health! And that physical health does not stop with a pregnancy, instead it often times becomes even MORE important. Pre and post-natal fitness is crucial, and we have Coach Christina -creator of J2M fitness - here today to tell us all about how she successfully leads mamas through a positive and helpful fitness journey. Make sure to follow Christinas personal account here @coach_mom_wife_life AND her J2M fitness account @j2mfitness Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Ever wanted to sit in on a conversation between two millennial Mama entrepreneurs? Well, now is your chance. Jasmine Chanelle, founder of Mom2Mogul and a personal brand coach for working moms, joins us in this fun and interesting conversation about heath, wellness, balance and all things women and motherhood. Check out Jasmins Instagram here @_Jasminechanelle AND hear this discussion from her post of view by listening to it on her Mom2Mogul podcast! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

We talk about having a village in order to take care of and raise our children while simultaneously being able to keep your wellness in check. Well I want you all to FINALLY meet a key component in my village, Cedric Watlington. Husband, father and a major help to Balanced Working Mama, Cedric is what helps keep the ball rolling, and he is here today to give you guys some insight on how we work together as partners in keeping not only our family afloat, but our life balanced. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

After more than a year of our lives, the world is slowly beginning to settle back into normalcy. A new and different normal, but much better than the entirety of 2020. But going back to normal for working mamas is a huge change, especially new mamas who may only really know motherhood during the pandemic. Going from seeing and being with your child more than ever, to being back in a work space for half the day may be a tough transition for many mamas, but it is one that we will all get through together as we approach this post-pandemic life. Listen in if you want to hear some tips on how to tackle this new normal as a working mama! Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Shakisha Morgan is an estate planner, business planner and attorney all in one - all while also being a member of the Balanced Working Mama community! Through her years of searching for her passion, she came across estate planning, or “the secret to wealth” as she calls it. She is here today to let you in on that secret and show you how to plan your future accordingly and accumulate generational wealth - a luxury that was not always afforded to many of our ancestors. Listen in to learn how to better plan for not only your own, but also your kids and grandchildrens' future! Make sure to give Shakisha a follow on Instagram @ShakishaMorgan, and check out her link tree HERE for all things Shakisha. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

As mothers, the feeling of guilt is almost unavoidable. But that feeling unknowingly holds us back in our motherhood more than you may know. Mom guilt is something all mothers feel at one point or another, so in this episode, I give you three steps on how to manage your mom guilt and not let it halt the positive progress of your motherhood. Appreciate the podcast? Want to show your support? Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com

Welcome back to the newest season of the Balanced Working Mama Podcast! Season 5 is already here, and I wanted to start out the first episode by quickly reintroducing myself and explaining to any new mamas listening what exactly it is that we do here at Balanced Working Mama. If you have been trying to seek balance in your motherhood, then you have clicked on the right podcast! Redefining your motherhood is not as hard as you may think, so keep listening to hear just how YOU can do it. Appreciate the podcast?  Want to show your support?  Buy Dr. Amber Thornton a cookie! The Balanced Working Mama Podcast Hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday.   Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram:  @dramberthornton  @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com