172: Navigating Maternal Mental Health, Birth Trauma, and Narcissistic Abuse with Jennifer Benoit"
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Release Date: 12/21/2023
200: Mastering Motherhood, Business and Time Management with Dr. Noor Ali
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Brief summary of show: In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, we are joined by special guest Dr. Noor Ali, a Bangladeshi American medical doctor turned health insurance expert, who shares her journey of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Dr. Noor discusses strategies on managing multiple businesses through time blocking, prioritizing tasks, and outsourcing. She also shares the inspiration behind her ventures, including her platform, 'Think Like a Woman,' and her new beverage brand, 'Happy Panda.' Our conversation goes into practical tips for maintaining peace of mind, setting...
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199: Choosing the Right School with Insights from Amber Jayne, Early Childhood Educator & Expert
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In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, we are joined by special guest Amber Jayne, an early childhood expert with nearly 30 years of experience. Her mission is to inspire parents and fellow child whisperers to become the best guides during those early years of growth. We discuss impactful books, the importance of being present, and essential factors parents should consider when selecting high-quality child care centers. Ms. Amber also shares her journey of opening her first preschool at age 23 while navigating motherhood and entrepreneurship. The conversation also gets into...
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198: Navigating Grief and Matrescence with Ilana Shapiro Yahdav
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Thank you to Eaton Financial Group for supporting our mission and podcast! motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. Learn more about joining and...
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197: Transforming Infertility Struggles into Art: Jamie Blicher's Journey creating Glitter Enthusiast
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Thank you to Eaton Financial Group for supporting our mission and podcast! motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. Learn more about joining ad...
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196: Inspiring Women to Pursue Their Dreams: A Conversation with Trademark Attorney Elizabeth Milian
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Thank you to Eaton Financial Group for supporting our mission and podcast! motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. Learn more about joining as...
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195: Tackling Mommy Burnout and Raising Resilient Kids with Dr. Sheryl Ziegler
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Thank you to Eaton Financial Group for supporting our mission and podcast! motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. Learn more about joining as...
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194: Strengthening Families through Education Advocacy with Ivy Price-Ware
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Thank you to Eaton Financial Group for supporting our mission and podcast! motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. Learn more about joining as an...
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193: Mindful Motherhood with Educator & Author, Autumn McKay
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motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. Learn more about joining as a member! Brief summary of show: In this episode of the Motherhood Village...
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192: Guiding Parents: Navigating Pediatric Care and Mental Health with Dr. Elizabeth Vainder Dr. Elizabeth Vainder
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motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. Learn more about joining as a member! Brief summary of show: In this episode of the Motherhood Village...
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191: Dispelling Myths and Educating Parents with Mama Coach Ashli Daley, RN
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motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. Learn more about joining as a member! Brief summary of show: In this episode of the Motherhood Village...
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In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, I speak with licensed clinical social worker, Jennifer Benoit. Jennifer shares her insight on maternal mental health concerns and the under-discussed issue of birth trauma, describing its range from subtle microaggressions to diagnosable PTSD.
We discuss communication strategies, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and addressing underlying issues before seeking healthy communication. The conversation pivots towards understanding and healing from narcissistic abuse, where Jennifer presents common signs to identify possible narcissism. Finally, Jennifer uses her professional and personal experiences to emphasize the potential of motherhood as a means to personal growth and healing.
We talk about:
- 0:00 Introduction and Guest Background
- 0:42 What is birth trauma
- 4:17 Signs and symptoms of birth trauma and is it preventable
- 7:44 The importance of education and advocacy
- 11:09 Coping strategies for moms
- 16:25 Trauma that can carry through the process of giving birth
- 19:39 The importance of communication
- 26:48 What is narcissistic abuse
- 32:25 How to not raise a narcissist
- 40:13 Why she does this work
- 45:03 Final thoughts to the podcast community
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