This episode was so incredible that it was hard to choose a title. Other possible titles for this episode included:
"How To Heal Your Trauma While Parenting"
"Mothering When You Have A Difficult Relationship With Your Mother."
"Breaking Cycles Of People Pleasing And Finding Your Authentic Self."
In this episode of Robot Unicorn, Jess and Scott welcome special guest Libby Ward, founder of Diary of an Honest Mom [https://www.instagram.com/diaryofanhonestmom/]. Libby opens up about her journey of setting boundaries with her parents, healing from childhood trauma, and finding her authentic self as a mother.
The conversation dives deep into the challenges of cycle-breaking parenting, dealing with family judgment when setting boundaries, and learning to regulate emotions as an adult.
Listeners will gain valuable insights on:
• How to set boundaries with family members, even when it's difficult.
• The importance of accountability and repair in healing relationships.
• Strategies for regulating emotions and breaking generational cycles.
• Finding your authentic self after years of people-pleasing.
This raw, honest discussion offers hope and practical advice for anyone working to heal from past trauma and create a healthier family dynamic. It is a must-listen episode for parents seeking to break cycles and nurture stronger relationships.
Hear more from Libby on Instagram! [https://www.instagram.com/diaryofanhonestmom/]
Get 10% OFF parenting courses and kids' printable activities at Nurtured First [https://nurturedfirst.com/courses/] using the code ROBOTUNICORN.
Learn more about the Solving Bedtime Battles course here [https://nurturedfirst.com/courses/solving-bedtime-battles/].
Credits:
Editing by The Pod Cabin [https://thepodcabin.com/]
Artwork by Wallflower Studio [https://www.wallflowerstudio.co/]
Production by Nurtured First [https://nurturedfirst.com/]
Show Notes
This episode was so incredible that it was hard to choose a title. Other possible titles for this episode included:
“How To Heal Your Trauma While Parenting”
“Mothering When You Have A Difficult Relationship With Your Mother.”
“Breaking Cycles Of People Pleasing And Finding Your Authentic Self.”
In this episode of Robot Unicorn, Jess and Scott welcome special guest Libby Ward, founder of Diary of an Honest Mom. Libby opens up about her journey of setting boundaries with her parents, healing from childhood trauma, and finding her authentic self as a mother.
The conversation dives deep into the challenges of cycle-breaking parenting, dealing with family judgment when setting boundaries, and learning to regulate emotions as an adult.
Listeners will gain valuable insights on:
• How to set boundaries with family members, even when it's difficult.
• The importance of accountability and repair in healing relationships.
• Strategies for regulating emotions and breaking generational cycles.
• Finding your authentic self after years of people-pleasing.
This raw, honest discussion offers hope and practical advice for anyone working to heal from past trauma and create a healthier family dynamic. It is a must-listen episode for parents seeking to break cycles and nurture stronger relationships.
Hear more from Libby on Instagram!
Get 10% OFF parenting courses and kids' printable activities at Nurtured First using the code ROBOTUNICORN.
Learn more about the Solving Bedtime Battles course here.
Credits:
Editing by The Pod Cabin
Artwork by Wallflower Studio
Production by Nurtured First
Creators & Guests
Jess VanderWier
Co-Founder and CEO of Nurtured First
Scott VanderWier
Co-Founder and COO of Nurtured First
What is Robot Unicorn?
Join me, Jess VanderWier, a registered psychotherapist, mom of three, and founder of Nurtured First, along with my husband Scott, as we dive deep into the stories of our friends, favourite celebrities, and influential figures.
In each episode, we skip the small talk and dive into vulnerable and honest conversations about topics like cycle breaking, trauma, race, mental health, parenting, sex, religion, postpartum, healing, and loss.
We are glad you are here.
PS: The name Robot Unicorn comes from our daughter. When we asked her what we should name the podcast, she confidently came up with this name because she loves robots, and she loves unicorns, so why not? There was something about the playfulness of the name, the confidence in her voice, and the fact that it represents that you can love two things at once that just felt right.