#37| Why Physician Families Thrive When We Stop Waiting For “Later” And Start Building Now

In this episode, joined by Katie and Kendra, we share why waiting for “later” rarely works, how coaching gives physician spouses real tools, and where community fills the gaps that anonymous advice cannot. AMA resources, culture change, and practical habits for presence and parenting tie it all together.• Kendra’s path from survival mode to certified coaching focused on physician spouses• Katie’s residency story and how small reframes changed daily life• Why the podcast exists and who it serves• Coaching boundaries, scope, and value across the med-life journey• Family systems, burnout spillover, and culture change in medicine• What AMA offers: magazine, expert calls, retreats, and national reach• Practical parenting in training years and beyond• How to connect for office hours, episodes, and coaching• Two-part wisdom: take ownership and get better so life gets betterFor more information, you can visit Kendra’s website and Instagram page, listen to the Supporting Physician Spouses podcast with Katie, and also follow them here to stay connected and engaged with their community.If you enjoyed this episode, I would love for you to subscribe, leave a review, or share it with others.DM me on Instagram or email me at [email protected] with your thoughts, topic ideas, questions, or even guest suggestions.