The Motherhood Edit: Redefining Motherhood on Your Own Terms

In this special Mother's Day weekend episode, Jeneba shares her refreshing perspective on motherhood and challenges the common myths and misconceptions that often leave moms feeling overwhelmed and insecure. She encourages listeners to embrace their unique mothering style and offers practical advice for creating a personalized motherhood philosophy.

Top Takeaways:

1. Perfectionism in motherhood is unrealistic and unhealthy. Embrace your imperfections and give yourself grace. Lead with self-compassion.

2. Prioritize self-care and your own needs first. Remember, you can't pour from an empty cup.

3. Maintain your identity outside of motherhood. Your own self-identity , interests, and passions make you a better parent.

4. Trust your instincts and make parenting decisions that align with your values and priorities.

5. Seek out a supportive community of mothers who share your perspective and can offer guidance and encouragement.

What We Edited - Motherhood Myths and Misconceptions Debunked:

- The perfect mom myth

- The supermom myth

- The self-sacrificing myth

- The happiness myth

- The comparison myth

- The work-life balance myth

Actionable Steps: What To Do Next?

1. Reflect on your personal values, beliefs, and priorities to create a foundation for your motherhood philosophy.

2. Identify your strengths as a mother and focus on developing your unique parenting style.

3. Curate your social media feed to include motherhood role models who inspire and resonate with you.

4. Prioritize self-care and self-maintenance in your daily routine.

5. Journal your thoughts and experiences to help define your motherhood philosophy.

Our Favorite Motherhood Role Models:

- Emma Grede, co-founder and CMO of Good American

-Taraji P Henson - Black Leading Hollywood Actress

- Sarah Jakes Roberts - Preacher, Author, NYT Best-Seller, Businesswoman, Media Mogul

- Serena Williams - The GOAT

- Reshma Saujan - Founder of Girls Who Code, Author

- Chrissy Teigan- Model and TV Personality

-Michelle Obama - Flotus, Media Mogul, Author, NYT Bestseller

Remember, motherhood is a journey, not a destination. Embrace the ups and downs, trust your instincts, and don't be afraid to redefine motherhood on your own terms. Happy Mother's Day!

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