Honey, I Shrunk Myself: Rediscovering Yourself in Motherhood

Becoming a parent changes everything, including you.

In this episode of It Takes a Village, we're talking about one of the biggest, and often least discussed, transitions of parenthood: identity. What happens when the person you were before kids feels like a distant memory? How do you hold onto your career, friendships, hobbies, and sense of self while raising tiny humans who need so much of you?

We explore the guilt that can come with wanting time alone, the pressure to always put yourself last, and the challenge of becoming a parent without disappearing into the role.

Whether you're in the thick of early parenthood or years into the journey, this conversation is a reminder that taking care of yourself isn't selfish; it's part of showing up for your family. You don't have to choose between being a great parent and being yourself.