Mama, You’re Not Messing Up: Embracing Imperfection After Trauma
About this episode
Emily Cleghorn discusses overcoming self-doubt and embracing imperfection in motherhood after trauma.
In this powerful episode, host Emily Cleghorn — trauma survivor and cycle breaker — tackles the relentless self-doubt that haunts mothers healing from trauma. She explores how past emotional invalidation and gaslighting erode self-trust, making everyday parenting decisions feel overwhelming. Emily reassures listeners that healing doesn't require perfection; rebuilding trust happens through small, intentional steps like recognizing triggers, repairing relationships, and reflecting without shame. She shares encouraging signs of growth and introduces The Rising Room, her program supporting trauma-surviving mothers. Her closing message is clear: you don't need to be perfect to be a safe, loving mother. Take the quiz here: https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/calmquiz If you’re ready to go deeper and connect with a community of women who get it, I’d love to invite you into the Rising Room—our safe space for mamas navigating healing, growth, and motherhood after trauma. Https://coaching.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/risingroom 💬 And if you’ve got a story, insight, or wisdom to share, I’m always looking for new voices for the podcast! You can connect with me on Podmatch to be a guest and…
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