How have we never heard of maternal ambivalence?! The conflicting emotions of motherhood - with Dr Margo Lowy, PHD & psychotherapist
About this episode
The episode explores the concept of maternal ambivalence with Dr. Margo Lowy, discussing the conflicting emotions of motherhood.
Ever felt contradicted by how much you can both love motherhood yet find it SO tough, all at the same time? That combination of what seems like opposite feelings is called maternal ambivalence. To learn more, we speak to Dr. Margo Lowy PhD, a psychotherapist and researcher. She has written her latest book, Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood, and we are desperate to learn more. We discuss… What actually is maternal ambivalence? The paradox of feelings in motherhood Those ‘melting moments’ in parenting The slow ‘letting go’ of being a parent Naming the wins and reflecting on the guilt and rage Explaining maternal ambivalence through a handbag analogy What would you go back in time and tell yourself as a mother? Bringing the fun and playfulness into parenting Links mentioned: Get the book Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood Dr Margo’s website Follow Dr Margo on Facebook Follow Dr Margo on Instagram This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Check out their Wonder Sleep sleeping bags at bonds.com.au or in-store now! Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce…
People in this episode
Hosts: Sophie Pearce, Jayde Couldwell
Guest: Dr Margo Lowy
Topics covered
- maternal ambivalence
- emotions in motherhood
- parenting challenges
- psychotherapy
- self-reflection in parenting
- parenting advice
Keywords
- maternal ambivalence
- motherhood
- psychotherapist
- parenting
- emotional conflict
- self-reflection
- Bonds
Sponsors
Bonds
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood
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