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Parenting Through Connection with Megan
Welcome to “Parenting Through Connection” with Megan Lachance, a podcast where we dive into the real struggles and complexities of parenting with honesty, hope, and practical strategies. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of raising kids while juggling life’s demands, you're not alone.
Each episode explores both sides of the parenting journey: managing stress and societal expectations, and building strong, meaningful relationships with your children. We’ll talk about the tough stuff; the things people don’t want to talk about or try to hide yet everyone experiences, the moments of feeling stuck and the times when parenting doesn’t feel like the dream you imagined…the ‘hidden’ parts of parenting that results in yelling, anger & sometimes even rage. Through relatable stories, mini coaching sessions, and actionable tips, Megan will help you break through the barriers that keep you feeling stuck, offering support and encouragement to help you find balance.
Parenting doesn’t have to be a daily struggle. Let’s normalize the challenges, let go of shame, and discover ways to enjoy the journey while strengthening your connection with your kids. So tune into “Parenting Through Connection” for a dose of hope, real talk, and the support you need to thrive as a parent.
Parenting Through Connection with Megan
Episode 7: The Postpartum I Didn't Expect
Trigger Warning: In honour of Maternal Mental Health Month, I’m opening up about one of the hardest chapters of my life—my postpartum experience. This episode isn’t full of tips or how-tos. It’s the real story of how I went from feeling prepared and confident, to completely lost. I want to offer a gentle heads-up that this episode includes discussion of postpartum anxiety, birth trauma, and feelings of deep overwhelm. If you’re in a tender place, please take care while listening. If you've ever doubted yourself, felt swallowed by the pressure of parenting, or wondered if it would ever get better, I want you to know: you are not alone.
What I’m sharing in this episode:
- How my birth experience shook my confidence even though it didn’t initially feel traumatic.
- The shame and guilt I carried around feeding, failing, and not feeling like myself.
- Carrying the invisible weight of expectations while navigating postpartum recovery.
- The quiet breaking point that shifted everything and the lifeline that led me back to myself.
Wherever you are in your parenting journey, please remember: you are doing enough, and you are enough. If you’re struggling, it doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you’re human. You can find resources and support by joining my online community and reaching out to me using the links below. If this resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it too.
Connect with Megan:
Website: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/parentingwithmegan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parentingwithmegan
The Connection Blueprint: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/connectionblueprint
1:1 Coaching: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/coaching
Parenting Membership: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/connectedparentingcircle
