{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66756955a4ecc30012453c07/688a9afabe8bca0ca2bfaa67?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"So... You're Expecting","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66756955a4ecc30012453c07/1753914051671-cd87f5ae-3f72-42e4-95ed-3c09973ec9d7.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Whether you’re expecting your first child or your tenth, parenting never gets easier.</p><p><br></p><p>At every age, with every new addition, we as new parents have to learn to expect the unexpected, and if you learn that when you’re expecting, the unexpected might not end up being so… unexpected. You see?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I’m going to help you prepare for your parenting journey, because even though there’s no magic wand, as a mum of two and a child psychologist, I’ve picked up a few life lessons that I’d like to share with you.</p><p><br></p><p>So pour yourself a cuppa, find a comfy seat, and enjoy the conversation…</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Highlights from this episode:</strong></p><p>02:44 - Expect the unexpected</p><p>04:56 - What of parent do you want to be?</p><p>09:26 - What kind of child do you want to raise?</p><p>14:55 - Connection is critical</p><p>20:26 - Parenting is the hardest thing you will ever do</p><p>22:46 - Don’t lose the old you</p><p>25:14 - Nurture your tribe</p><p>28:47 - Learn to take care of yourself</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>💚 Let’s grow our village together, please&nbsp; with at least one friend</p><p><br></p><p>💚&nbsp; mentioned in the episodes</p><p><br></p><p>💚 Join our campaign One Million Moments to reduce the number of children struggling with mental health challenges from 17% to 10% by 2025</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Dr Maryhan"}