30 What This Labor and Delivery Nurse Wished She Knew About Motherhood with Heather Knezic
Podcast:Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Side Hustles, Hobbies, and Surviving While Parenting Young Children Published On: Mon Mar 03 2025 Description: Did motherhood hit harder than you expected? You might have thought you were made for this, but then reality hits, and suddenly, you’re questioning everything. You might be overwhelmed by the picture-perfect advice out there, like everyone else knows something you don't.If you’ve ever struggled with postpartum anxiety, unrealistic expectations, or the overwhelming pressure to “do it right,” this episode is for you. Heather Knezic, a labor nurse and mom of three, shares how motherhood was nothing like she imagined and how she learned to navigate the chaos.But what if you could discover how to navigate the unexpected realities of motherhood? Heather gets it. She's here to share her own journey and offer some real, unfiltered advice. Learn how to move past those feelings of isolation and find realistic solutions that actually work.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:Why motherhood can feel so different from what you expected, even if you've always dreamed of being a momHow that "newborn bliss" can quickly turn into overwhelming anxiety and self-doubtThe importance of seeking real, unfiltered advice and support instead of those sugar-coated solutions that leave you feeling even more lostReady to embrace the real journey of motherhood? Tune in to gain insights and practical advice from someone who understands the challenges firsthand.00:34 The Reality of Motherhood02:27 Heather's Journey to Motherhood04:18 Transitioning Between Phases14:25 Challenges with Infant Acid Reflux18:34 Finding Support and Starting a Blog20:15 Deciding to Have More Children22:01 Managing Multiple Children27:05 Heather's Parenting TipsWhen you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming!Need some support reconnecting with yourself after becoming a mom? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my services are the right fit for you.CONNECT WITH HEATHER KNEZIC:Instagram @aLifeinLabor | alifeinlabor.comalifeinlabor.com/boldlittleminds for 30% off all prenatal, postpartum, and breastfeeding courses Heather offersLEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD:WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM| FACEBOOK | TIKTOK | YOUTUBE