The Doctors On Social Media Podcast
This podcast was created by founder Dr. Dana Corriel, who built the SoMeDocs brand (SoMeDocs being short for "Doctors on Social Media") from the ground up. The podcast plans to showcase, in audio format, what has already been built out on the venture's website, at doctorsonsocialmedia.com; unique content representing the diverse voices, talent, and ideas existing in healthcare.With a combined social media audience of 40,000 followers and growing, SoMeDocs is doing something right. Tune in to hear featured change-makers, meaningful conversations, and the innovative ideas that fuel our growth. Because you never know how a SoMeDocs episode will inspire you. The best part of it all is that there we are curating different projects and series, & always featuring interesting professionals, so you'll always be kept on your toes.Don't forget to check out our website, where we have our SERIES section and you'll find the video footage for most of these episodes. Meet the people behind the voices, exclusively at doctorsonsocialmedia.com and let SoMeDocs connect you to the next healthcare star.
The Doctors On Social Media Podcast
Navigating the Mommy Wars: Insights from Dr. Wheat
In this episode, Dr. Santina Wheat, the author of the article No One Knows What's right for you: A Mommy's Take on the "Mommy Wars (and speaker of both of our SoMeDocsLeadership conferences - part I is here and part II here) discusses her views on the challenges of motherhood, particularly for working moms. She reflects on personal experiences of judgment, the unrealistic expectations placed on mothers, and the complexities of balancing a medical career with parenting. Dr. Wheat emphasizes the importance of personal alignment, the impact of social media on perceptions of motherhood, and the need for healthcare systems to provide flexible support for new mothers. The discussion offers valuable insights and advice for navigating the pressures of motherhood and finding one's own path.
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Takeaways:
- True balance comes from personal alignment, not pleasing others.
- Moms often feel judged, especially regarding childcare decisions.
- Cultural expectations of motherhood can be unrealistic.
- Medical training can complicate the motherhood experience.
- Being present is more important than just showing up.
- Social media amplifies the pressures of motherhood.
- There is no one right way to be a good mom.
- New moms should turn off outside noise and trust themselves.
- Healthcare systems need to offer flexibility for new parents.
- Each parenting journey is unique and should be respected.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Santina Wheat and Her Article
01:06 Navigating Judgment as a Working Mom
03:00 Cultural Expectations of Motherhood
05:14 The Impact of Medical Training on Motherhood
06:54 Finding Personal Alignment in Parenting
08:46 Social Media and the Mommy Wars
09:59 Advice for New Moms
10:40 Healthcare Systems Supporting New Mothers
12:32 Understanding Individual Parenting Journeys
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