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89. Becoming Calm, Confident, and Connected with Kate Kripke

89. Becoming Calm, Confident, and Connected with Kate Kripke

Update: 2025-10-29
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In this episode of What the Gut, Allison welcomes Kate Kripke, a renowned maternal mental health expert and licensed clinical social worker. Kate is the founder of the Calm Connection System, a program designed to help high-achieving mothers overcome anxiety, guilt, and burnout. With over two decades of experience, Kate shares deep insights into addressing the root causes of maternal stress through nervous system regulation, healing belief systems, and honoring the mind-body connection. Together, they discuss the impact of stress on gut health, strategies to combat burnout, the importance of self-care, and how to change deeply ingrained beliefs. Tune in for science-backed, compassionate advice to truly take charge of your health as a mother.


 


00:00 Introduction to Kate Kripke and Maternal Mental Health


02:51 Kate's Personal Journey and the Calm Connection System


06:25 Understanding Root Causes of Stress and Anxiety


08:21 Medication and Therapy: Tools and Limitations


10:30 Self-Care and Burnout in Motherhood


17:53 The Impact of Parental Beliefs on Children


22:54 Addressing Guilt and Emotional Health


24:29 Understanding the Role of Emotions


24:52 Challenging Guilt and Parental Expectations


26:37 Repairing Relationships Through Guilt


28:40 Unconscious Hard Wiring and Parenting


31:19 The Calm Connection System


33:36 Working With Your Nervous System


40:31 Stress, Anxiety, and Digestive Health


43:52 Final Thoughts and Encouragement







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89. Becoming Calm, Confident, and Connected with Kate Kripke

89. Becoming Calm, Confident, and Connected with Kate Kripke

Allison Smith, FNP-BC, IFMCP