Type-A in Early Motherhood

In this episode, I'm talking about how my Type-A personality, the traits that made me successful in my career, completely suffocated me in early motherhood.I share where my Type-A tendencies come from and how they showed up with my daughter Ella's sleep. I tracked everything, read all the books, researched obsessively, and micromanaged my way through those early months. The more I tried to control, the more anxious and resentful I became. I was so focused on fixing the problem that I couldn't see what Ella really needed: for me to learn her cues, respect her rhythms, and trust her as the expert of her own needs.This episode is about understanding that our children are not projects or problems to solve. Our anxieties are our own and they don't belong to them. The antidote to control isn't more control. It's learning to trust and rebuilding the safety within ourselves so we can believe things are going to be okay, even when things are uncertain.If you identify with these patterns or you're in the thick of trying to control the uncontrollable, this conversation is for you.About your host:Mandy Cai is a Motherhood Coach supporting intentional women to navigate their start to motherhood with clarity, heart and presence.After spending close to a decade helping brands find their identity, communicate their meaning and translate their intention into action - Mandy now uses those skills to help new Mothers learn to trust themselves, nurture their children and thrive as a Mother.⁠⁠⁠Book your 'Clarity' Coaching Session⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the free “Powerful Questions for Birth & Motherhood” PDF⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with her on Linkedin