What New Parents Should Know Before Baby: Mindset Shifts, Marriage Tips & the Postpartum Transition

Preparing for baby is more than cribs, wallpaper, and diapers. Postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, and marriage conflict can be significantly lessened if couples have awareness and realistic expectations on early parenthood. You shouldn't be blindsided in the transition to parenting and growing your family.Today I'm joined by Anastasia Voron, LMHC, to discuss what new parents should know before bringing home baby.Anastasia is a Maternal Mental Health Therapist, who is launching the motherhood center Doma on June 13th. Doma integrates multi component care for new mothers. She is also mom to a 2 year old daughter.Whether you are in the pregnancy stage or post-birth, we get into topics that are always valuable and helpful to consider:realistic expectations of self and othercouple communicationPMADS (postpartum mood disorders) and Matrescence (hormones, brain changes, body changes, healing journey)role changesextended family dynamicscommunication toolsBuilding up outside support systemsWhether you are preparing for your baby, navigating the postpartum relationship, or wanting better parenting support and marriage support, this episode offers grounded advice and practical tools from two therapists to help you move from survival mode towards grace, family connection, and a healthier couple bond through the realities of motherhood and parenting.Follow updates for the launch of Doma on Anastasia's IG.Sometimes these discussions require extra support from a professional.Connect with me to learn about how I can support you and your couple relationship:WebsiteOffers@bondsafterbabyThis Podcast is not an alternative for mental health assistance and/or counseling with a licensed professional. For any specific medical questions about your condition and/or concerns, please contact your healthcare provider. This Podcast should not be considered mental health advice, rather for the sole purpose of information and education.