One Percent Better 043 | Special Delivery: Parenthood, Pressure & the Moments That Change Everything

n this episode of One Percent Better, the conversation starts where real life often hits hardest: raising a toddler and realizing just how unprepared you feel — even when you’re doing your best.What begins as a discussion about tantrums, patience, and emotional regulation slowly unfolds into something much deeper. The crew reflects on how parenting reshapes your perspective — from letting go of public judgment, to understanding that kids need presence more than perfection.From there, the episode takes a powerful turn into the delivery room — unpacking the fear, pressure, and trauma that can come with childbirth. Jay shares what it’s like witnessing emergency procedures unfold in real time, while Jamila brings essential perspective as a doula, explaining how language, preparation, and advocacy can completely change a birth experience.Together, they explore:Why toddler meltdowns are about communication, not defianceHow parents learn emotional regulation alongside their childrenLetting go of public judgment and parenting with confidenceThe realities of labor, emergency C-sections, and postpartum riskWhy “natural vs unnatural” birth language causes harmThe role doulas play as advocates, not accessoriesBlack maternal health, medical neglect, and systemic gapsHow presence before, during, and after birth shapes everything“Kids don’t need perfection — they need presence.”“Every birth story matters.”“Life doesn’t just arrive… it’s delivered.”Special Delivery is about the moments that change you — the ones that don’t come with instructions, but demand responsibility, humility, and growth.This episode is a reminder that becoming one percent better isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about showing up when it matters most.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy