Parenting comes with a lot of expectations, but have you ever stopped to ask where they come from? On this episode of This Is Woman’s Work , we unpack the myth of “the good mother” with Nancy Reddy , author of The Good Mother Myth . Nancy shares her personal experience of confronting the unrealistic ideal of motherhood: endlessly patient, always available, and completely selfless. She hilariously and heartbreakingly debunks these outdated ideals, rooted in flawed mid-20th-century research by figures like Harry Harlow and Dr. Spock. Nancy explains how bad science from the past continues to haunt modern parenting, creating pressure, guilt, and shame for today’s mothers. But this conversation is about more than debunking myths—it’s about empowerment. Because when you prioritize what matters and let go of perfectionism, you’re not just doing woman’s work—you’re modeling it. Connect with Nancy: Newsletter: https://nancyreddy.substack.com/ Book: https://read.macmillan.com/lp/the-good-mother-myth-9781250336644/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/nancy.o.reddy/ Essay: I Was Promised That The “Golden Hour” Would Make Me A Mom: https://slate.com/human-interest/2022/04/golden-hour-c-section-bonding-attachment-baby-friendly-hospitals.html Related Podcast Episodes: 126 / The Parenting Map with Dr. Shefali 090 / Unmasking Modern Motherhood with Katherine Wintsch 155 / Executive Motherhood with Ashley Quinto Powell Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…
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Abandoned Daughters of Caribbean Moms
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เนื้อหาจัดทำโดย J. Rosemarie Francis เนื้อหาพอดแคสต์ทั้งหมด รวมถึงตอน กราฟิก และคำอธิบายพอดแคสต์ได้รับการอัปโหลดและจัดหาให้โดยตรงจาก J. Rosemarie Francis หรือพันธมิตรแพลตฟอร์มพอดแคสต์ของพวกเขา หากคุณเชื่อว่ามีบุคคลอื่นใช้งานที่มีลิขสิทธิ์ของคุณโดยไม่ได้รับอนุญาต คุณสามารถปฏิบัติตามขั้นตอนที่แสดงไว้ที่นี่ https://th.player.fm/legal
During the 1950s and 60s, hundreds of thousands of West Indians, including many Caribbean moms, migrated to the UK, Canada, and the U.S. for better opportunities. They played vital roles in industries like healthcare and education, significantly shaping the cultural landscape of their new homes. However, many of these mothers left their children, particularly daughters, behind. While some daughters later reunited with their mothers, the emotional scars from these long separations often went unhealed, leaving many relationships fractured. This podcast explores the profound and lasting impact of this mass migration on the daughters left behind, examining the emotional toll and the long-term effects of these unresolved relationships between Caribbean mothers and their daughters.
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เนื้อหาจัดทำโดย J. Rosemarie Francis เนื้อหาพอดแคสต์ทั้งหมด รวมถึงตอน กราฟิก และคำอธิบายพอดแคสต์ได้รับการอัปโหลดและจัดหาให้โดยตรงจาก J. Rosemarie Francis หรือพันธมิตรแพลตฟอร์มพอดแคสต์ของพวกเขา หากคุณเชื่อว่ามีบุคคลอื่นใช้งานที่มีลิขสิทธิ์ของคุณโดยไม่ได้รับอนุญาต คุณสามารถปฏิบัติตามขั้นตอนที่แสดงไว้ที่นี่ https://th.player.fm/legal
During the 1950s and 60s, hundreds of thousands of West Indians, including many Caribbean moms, migrated to the UK, Canada, and the U.S. for better opportunities. They played vital roles in industries like healthcare and education, significantly shaping the cultural landscape of their new homes. However, many of these mothers left their children, particularly daughters, behind. While some daughters later reunited with their mothers, the emotional scars from these long separations often went unhealed, leaving many relationships fractured. This podcast explores the profound and lasting impact of this mass migration on the daughters left behind, examining the emotional toll and the long-term effects of these unresolved relationships between Caribbean mothers and their daughters.
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×At 63 years old, I reflect on the absence of my father, a man I've never known, and how this missing piece of my identity has subtly shaped my life. A chance encounter in church triggers a profound realization that, although I never felt incomplete, the absence of my father has impacted my understanding of myself. Ultimately, I learned that true self-knowledge comes from embracing the unknown parts of our stories, rather than seeking to fill every gap.d Key Takeaways 00:00 I never thought much about my father’s absence, as my maternal grandfather filled the fatherly role in my early life. However, at 63, a single moment in church shifted my perspective on this missing piece of my identity. 02:00 The absence of a parent, especially for daughters in single-parent homes, can quietly shape identity, even if we convince ourselves we don't need that missing piece. 03:00 Embracing unanswered questions, rather than seeking closure through filling gaps, allows us to understand our story and to live within that uncertainty. Subscribe to this podcast and get notice of new episodes here . Want to talk? Book a call with me here . #Identity #growingupwithoutafather #Self-discovery #Familyhistory #Personaljourney…
Key Takeaways: (00:00:13) – Impact of Childhood Abandonment: How the abandonment I experienced as a child has influenced my adult relationships and sense of self-worth, particularly after my third divorce. (02:24:92) – Healing through Self-Reflection: Healing from childhood trauma starts with self-reflection and accountability rather than blaming others for your past. (04:49:63) – Effects of Abandonment in Adulthood: How abandonment has shaped my behavior, making me avoid conflict and withdraw from situations where I feel like a burden. (07:12:52) – Taking Responsibility for Your Life: The importance of taking full responsibility for your life, how Jack Canfield's The Success Principles is currently influencing my journey of continuing self-awareness. (09:36:61) – God as a Source of Healing: Understanding God as your loving father is essential for healing from abandonment and building healthy relationships. Subscribe to this podcast and get notice of new episodes here . Want to talk? Book a call with me here .…
Takeaways The Abandonment of Daughters by Windrush Mothers (00:00–01:45) Introducing the experience and lingering feelings of abandonment many daughters of Caribbean mothers face, even when they reunite later in life. The Emotional Toll and Healing Process (02:00–04:30) The deep emotional scars left by the abandonment. The importance of working through these issues for healing between mothers and daughters. The Call for Shared Stories (05:00–06:50) An invitation to other abandoned daughters of Caribbean moms, and their mothers, to share their stories. The importance of understanding both perspectives—particularly the “why”—to foster healing and connection. Subscribe to this podcast here .…
Abandoned Daughters of Caribbean Moms explores the emotional journey of women whose mothers left the Caribbean in the 50s and 60s, leaving them behind. I touch on the reason for starting this podcast -- the fractured relationships between mothers and daughters who were never able to reconnect. This private, heart-wrenching podcast creates a safe space for abandoned daughters and mothers alike to share their stories, free of judgment or guilt. After listening to this intro, if you want to be able to hear new episodes, subscribe here and you'll receive a private RSS feed as this podcast will not be available on public platforms. Thanks. Subscribe here Connect with me: jen@jrosemarie.com…
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