How to expect the unexpected in life after pregnancy with Mal Schmitz from @my_teachermom_life

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Ever felt like an unprepared pioneer venturing into the wild terrain of pregnancy and parenting? Well, you're not alone. Special guest, Mal Schmidt, a mother, wife and high school teacher, joins us to debunk the unrealistic expectations we often form. Drawing from her diverse experiences, we unravel the myths propagated by family tales and glossy media narratives.

Highlights:

• How becoming a parent changes relationships. 
• How people often misunderstand the timelines of pregnancy and newborns. 
• How perfectionism can make parenting seem impossible. 

Ah Ha Moments:

• The myth (and expectation) that pregnancy and postpartum is entirely blissful.
• How you can be a really good student in pregnancy and there will still be some unexpecteds 
• Make sure you pack water and snacks for labour & delivery 
• Childbirth changes you, whether you expect it to or not

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Meet Kayla Huszar, the Host of the Chill Like a Mother Podcast

Kayla Huszar is a Registered Social Worker and Expressive Arts Therapist who helps mothers reconnect with their authentic selves through embodied art-making. She encourages moms to embrace the messy, beautiful realities of their unique motherhood journeys. Whether through the podcast, 1:1 sessions or her signature Motherload Membership, Kayla creates a brave space for mothers to explore their identities beyond parenting, reconnect with their intuition, and find creative outlets for emotional expression and self-discovery.

Thank you for letting me be a part of your day—kids running amok and all! If this episode helped you feel a little more chill, please leave a rating or review. Your feedback helps the podcast reach more moms who need to hear it.