freemom, conversations for modern mothers
freemom is a podcast that explores motherhood in a different way than what you're used to. From mental health issues to paid maternity leave, money matters to building a business, we are laser-focused on the modern mama who finds a way to balance it all but shouldn’t have to. At freemom, we pick the brains of authors, journalists, scientists, therapists, business owners, and politicians who want to create better opportunities for our generation as well as the next one. Best of all is that we are bringing these seriously brilliant and inspirational women right into your ears in easy 30-minute episodes that you can listen to during your daily commute or stroller stroll. Strap yourself in mama because this is going to be a ride.
freemom, conversations for modern mothers
'Til Kids Do Us Part
According to a study published in the Journal of Family Psychology, a whopping 67% of couples say they are discontented with their marriage after they have a baby. Are you surprised? Probably not. After all, many women take on the lion’s share of both childcare and household chores, creating an imbalance in the home that stokes a serious resentment fire. As for the men, a loss of freedom and their position as the sole focus of their wife's attention is a huge change that can create frustration or detachment.
One thing I read while preparing for this interview that intrigued me was the idea that couples get stuck in defensive positions of anger, sadness, and withdrawal - emotions that become cyclical especially as the stresses of parenting take their toll. Finding joy, laughter, and the commonalities that brought a couple together in the first place start to become a distant memory which creates further frustration for both partners.
With such a huge change in household makeup, are there ways that we can tackle marriage after baby which will actually strengthen the bond between partners and create a more sound, loving relationship for years to come? Let’s find out.
With me today is Becca Stone, a Brooklyn and Philadephia-based psychotherapist, coach, and trainer, who works specifically in emotion-focused couple’s therapy, an evidence-based approach to healing relationships grounded in the neuroscience of attachment. She is also a mother of two and works with her husband running their practice, so clearly, she knows what she is talking about. Check out her website or find her on TikTok @beccastone_therapist.
From mental health and managing relationships to raising changemakers and advocating for support, freemom is a podcast dedicated to ensuring that every mom feels heard. You can find us on the gram at @freemomcast or on the web at www.freemomcast.com. You can also support the show and help fund production with a sweet little five-dollar donation right here. Thanks for listening!
From mental health and managing relationships to raising changemakers and advocating for support, freemom is a podcast dedicated to ensuring that every mom feels heard. You can find us on the gram at @freemomcast or on the web at www.freemomcast.com. You can also support the show and help fund production with a sweet little five-dollar donation right here. Thanks for listening!
