June 12, 2023

Exploring Self-Care and Mental Health With Brea Schmidt

Girls That Create host Erin Prather Stafford and her guest Brea Schmidt talk about Schmidt's online platform The Thinking Branch, and why parents and caregivers need to think about their approach to self-care and mental health.

Listen to the full interview on Word of Mom Radio.

In this episode, they also discuss:

The need for more societal openness on struggles after childbirth
A letter Schmidt wrote to her postpartum self
Why parents and caregivers not taking care of themselves is not OK
The parenting comparison trap
That each of us has a unique self-care toolbox
Giving mothers more space
Steps we can take to recharge and regain balance when we suddenly find ourselves knocked down

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Erin Prather Stafford

Girls That Create

Erin Prather Stafford is the founder of Girls That Create. The independent website supports parents and caregivers of creative girls while encouraging greater female representation across the arts.

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