How Movement Helped Me Heal Through Grief, Trauma & Motherhood

How Movement Helped Me Heal Through Grief, Trauma & Motherhood

June 12, 2026 · 16 min · Season 1 · Episode 196

About this episode

Dr. Brooke Weinstein discusses how movement, yoga, and asking for help have been essential in her healing journey through grief and motherhood.

EP:196 In this week's episode of Thrive Like a Parent, I'm sharing something that has become one of the most powerful tools in my healing journey: movement. For me, yoga and exercise have never been just about fitness. They've become a way to reconnect with myself, regulate my nervous system, find clarity, and create space for creativity during some of the hardest seasons of my life. As a mom of two preemies, a business owner, and someone who has navigated divorce, profound grief, and the loss of Jonathan, I've learned that healing isn't about having all the answers. It's about creating moments to listen to yourself, move through your emotions, and allow support when you need it. In this episode, I open up about my personal experiences, the lessons I've learned through loss and resilience, and why asking for help is one of the strongest things we can do as parents. If you're feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, burned out, or like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, this conversation is for you. You don't have to do it all alone. ✨ In This Episode, You'll Learn:• How movement and yoga support emotional healing and nervous system regulation• Why…

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