How To Navigate Modern Day Motherhood & Find The Balance Between Information & Intuition With Dr. Morgan MacDermott, Naturopathic Doctor & Creator Of Milk Medicine
Description
Dr. Morgan MacDermott, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor specializing in women's reproductive health, creator of Milk Medicine, and co-host of the "Healthy As A Mother" podcast, joins me today to share her journey and mission to empower modern mothers. With a background that seamlessly blends functional medicine, clinical expertise, and firsthand experience, she helps women be informed, intentional, and confident in the transformative phases of motherhood.
In our conversation, Dr. MacDermott emphasizes the importance of setting aside expectations and finding a balance between knowledge, wisdom, and intuition when approaching motherhood. We touch on what it means to be a modern mother and how to navigate a world characterized by technology and increasing toxicity. Dr. MacDermott discusses the challenges and joys of motherhood, highlighting the need to surrender to the journey, learn from mistakes, break negative generational cycles, and prioritize your health.
IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
- (4:14 ) Dr. MacDermott's early historical and anthropological interests
- (16:18 ) The intersection of modern resources with traditional motherhood
- (25:45 ) Tips for navigating overwhelming online information
- (29:38 ) Setting the foundation for yourself to successfully approach parenthood
- (36:01 ) Understanding Mom Guilt and how to embrace your mistakes
- (47:17 ) Prioritizing your health so you can be fully present in your child's life
RESOURCES
- Register for Dr. MacDermott's Six Week Pregnancy Call HERE
- The Power Of Vulnerability | Brené Brown
CONNECT WITH DR. MACDERMOTT
Follow Dr. MacDermott: @morganmacdermott
Follow Milk Medicine: @milkmedicine
Check out milkmedicine.com
Listen to Healthy As A Mother
CONNECT WITH LEX
Follow the pod: @thegoodwinsocial
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