About the Episode:
In this solo episode, Dr. Whitney tackles something moms everywhere are feeling but don’t always talk about: the way we’ve lost the ability to listen to ourselves in motherhood. From the moment we’re pregnant, the world floods us with advice, rules, and opinions—and over time, our own instincts get pushed aside. Whether you’re obsessively Googling your next parenting move or just feeling disconnected from what actually feels right for your family, this episode is here to help you press pause, reflect, and reconnect. Dr. Whitney shares personal stories and practical strategies for getting quiet enough to hear your inner voice again—and why that voice is the one that matters most.
Key Takeaways:
1. We’ve been conditioned to doubt ourselves (especially as moms).
The sheer volume of parenting opinions out there can make it feel like you need permission for every decision. But you don’t. You’re the one who knows your child best. Somewhere along the way, we stopped trusting ourselves. It’s time to shift that.
2. Losing our gut connection impacts our daily decision-making and our joy.
When you’re stuck in second-guessing, even simple things feel heavy. You wonder if you’re doing it right all the time. And eventually, you stop enjoying the parts of motherhood that used to feel good.
3. Your gut isn’t gone, it’s just buried.
That internal knowing is still there. It’s just been drowned out by noise, pressure, and fear. You can reconnect with it—but first, you have to get quiet and still enough to hear it again.
4. The voice of fear is different from the voice of wisdom.
Fear is loud, fast, and panicky. Intuition is calm and quiet. Once you learn to tell the difference, parenting decisions get clearer—even if they’re still hard.
5. Reclaiming your gut changes how you show up (for your kids and yourself).
When you lead from a place of self-trust, you show up more grounded. You stop chasing every piece of advice and start making choices that actually align with your values—and your child’s needs.
6. Reconnecting with your intuition takes practice.
It doesn’t happen overnight. But every time you pause instead of panic, or choose alignment over approval, you’re building that muscle. A little bit each day makes a huge difference.
7. Trusting your gut doesn’t mean doing it all alone.
You can still learn, grow, and get support. The difference is that support becomes something that supports your voice—not replaces it. You’re not looking for someone to tell you what to do—you’re looking for clarity in what you already know.
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