Published Nov 30, 2023

Self-Care without Candles: Redefining wellness for parents

Emily Oster and Dr. Pooja Lakshmin challenge the commercialized notion of self-care, advocating for authentic practices that prioritize mental health and boundaries over superficial trends, while navigating the pressures of parenting and emphasizing genuine well-being for parents.

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Self-Care without Candles: Redefining wellness for parents

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Boundaries and Compassion

Panic Headlines Explained

Internal Validation

Balancing Self-Care

Self-Care Decisions

Guilt and Self-Care

Planning Parenthood

Embracing Unique Self-Care

Real Self-Care Insights

Motherhood and Choices

Rethinking Self Care

The Power of Pause

Embracing Self-Care

Start Small Today

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Making Self-Care Decisions

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Redefining Self-Care

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Making Self-Care Decisions

Navigating ParenthoodEmily Oster and Dr. Pooja Lakshmin explore the complexities of parenting choices and the societal pressures that influence them. They discuss the impact of guilt and the importance of setting boundaries to achieve true self-care.

Navigating Parenthood

Redefining Self-CareEmily Oster and Dr. Pooja Lakshmin explore the pitfalls of commercial self-care and redefine wellness for parents. They advocate for genuine self-care practices that prioritize mental health and personal fulfillment over superficial trends.

Redefining Self-Care

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