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EPISODE · Jul 22, 2025 · 11 MIN

69: No Spa Day Needed: Realistic Self-Care for Moms in Medicine

from Inspired Mom MDs · host Cindy Van Praag, MD

For the full transcript plus bonus resources, head to inspiredmommds.com/69.What if the self-care you crave didn’t require a day off, but just thirty seconds?Today I’m busting the myth that you need a spa weekend to feel whole. Instead, replace it with realistic self-care for busy moms that’s backed by science.You can weave tiny, research-supported rituals into your day, even between charting and carpool lanes. Discover why a single mindful sip of tea, a single breath reset before your next patient, or a moment displaying your latest hobby can shift your nervous system from frazzled to focused. If you’ve ever whispered, “I’ll start tomorrow,” this episode is your permission slip to begin today, with just one micro-moment of care.Text me your thoughts on the episode!Loved this one? A rating/review helps more physician moms find the show. And if you know someone who needs to hear this episode specifically, please send it her way!Check out InspiredMomMDs.com for more information about how I help physician moms! You can grab a copy of my freebie! Just click here for a quick download: 4 Steps to Take Back Control, Find Time for What Matters Most and Thrive in Your Practice and at HomeThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for medical advice or care. I’m a board-certified physician, but this content isn’t connected to my clinical practice, and no doctor-patient relationship is formed here. Please always talk to your own health professional about any mental or physical health concerns. And as always, take what helps and leave the rest. Please see InspiredMomMDs.com for full legal disclaimer.  __________I work with physician moms who want to take back control of their time and energy so they can prioritize what matters most. 

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For the full transcript plus bonus resources, head to inspiredmommds.com/69. What if the self-care you crave didn’t require a day off, but just thirty seconds? Today I’m busting the myth that you need a spa weekend to feel whole. Instead, replace it with realistic self-care for busy moms that’s backed by science. You can weave tiny, research-supported rituals into your day, even between charting and carpool lanes. Discover why a single mindful sip of tea, a single breath reset bef...

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