EPISODE · Jun 2, 2025 · 31 MIN
61. Maternal Ambivalence and the Power of AND with Dr. Margo Lowy, BSW, MSW, PhD
from Motherhood Flow - VBAC tips, preparing for a vaginal birth after c-section, preventing cesareans · host Hannah Gill | VBAC Mom, VBAC Doula, and Childbirth Educator.
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Margo Lowy, a psychotherapist, author, and expert in maternal mental health, for a powerful conversation about the often unspoken emotional realities of motherhood. Dr. Lowy shares what led her to explore the concept of maternal ambivalence and how naming and normalizing our full emotional experience can transform the way we mother.We discuss:What maternal ambivalence is and why it’s so misunderstoodHow embracing the “darker” emotions of motherhood can lead to deeper connection and confidenceWhy shifting cultural narratives around motherhood is essential for long-term mental health and healingConnect with Dr. Margo Lowy: Website: https://drmargolowy.com/ Book: Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood Instagram: @drmargolowy Text Hannah! VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Margo Lowy, a psychotherapist, author, and expert in maternal mental health, for a powerful conversation about the often unspoken emotional realities of motherhood. Dr. Lowy shares what led her to explore the concept of maternal ambivalence and how naming and normalizing our full emotional experience can transform the way we mother.We discuss:What maternal ambivalence is and why it’s so misunderstoodHow embracing the “darker” emotions of motherhood can lead to deeper connection and confidenceWhy shifting cultural narratives around motherhood is essential for long-term mental health and healingConnect with Dr. Margo Lowy: Website: https://drmargolowy.com/ Book: Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood Instagram: @drmargolowy Text Hannah! VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
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