In this conversation, Dr. Rebecca N. Thompson, author of the new book HELD TOGETHER, shares her experiences as a family medicine physician specializing in women's and children's health, focusing on her journey through pregnancy complications and losses.
She discusses the importance of storytelling in healing, the interconnectedness of personal and professional experiences, and the collaborative nature of her book, 'Held Together.'
Through the stories of herself and others, she emphasizes the complexities of motherhood, the medical profession, and the shared struggles that unite us all.
Rebecca N. Thompson, MD, is a family medicine and public health physician who specializes in women’s and children’s health.
Dr. Thompson and Amy discuss:
Dr. Thompson's journey through pregnancy loss shaped her medical focus.
Storytelling can be a powerful tool for healing and connection.
Women often hide their struggles due to fear of pity or shame.
The importance of sharing personal stories to foster understanding.
Here's where you can find Dr. Thompson and buy HELD TOGETHER:
www.rebeccanthompson.com
We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website:
https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/
What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Margaret Ables and Amy Wilson.
mom friends, funny moms, parenting advice, parenting experts, parenting tips, mothers, families, parenting skills, parenting strategies, parenting styles, busy moms, self-help for moms, manage kid’s behavior, teenager, tween, child development, family activities, family fun, parent child relationship, decluttering, kid-friendly, invisible workload, default parent, parental stress, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, new mother, pregnancy complication, miscarriage
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices