18. How to Set Healthy Boundaries As a New Mom with Jemila Medley

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In this episode, we’re going to be talking about boundary
setting. This topic is something I’ve been dying to talk to
someone about because I am not so good at it! I tend to let
people walk all over me because I'm a people pleaser. I hate
disappointing people to such an extent that I’m willing to make
myself uncomfortable rather than say anything. It’s definitely
something I need to work on. I’ve had some bad situations as a
new mom happen to me that could have been avoided if I was just
proactive and learned how to set boundaries in a healthy
way. 

To help me with this topic is going to be Jemila Medley, who is
an occupational therapist, pelvic floor therapist, singer,
dancer, and blogger. Jemila is a born and raised Jersey girl
living in Dallas, Texas with her wonderful husband, Austin and
her adorable son, Major.

Here's what we talked about in this episode:


Advice for new moms in how to set boundaries

Our personal experiences in boundary setting

Helpful phrases for new moms to start the conversation when
setting boundaries

The best time to set boundaries

How to not experience guilt around boundary setting

Words of affirmation to help you gain confidence in boundary
setting

How poor boundary setting is linked to self-esteem and
self-worth



Examples of what poor boundaries may look like:


Having unexpected and frequent visits from them

Unsolicited input about your partner

Unsolicited advice about how you're raising your children

Having them buy things for your home without asking you

Frequent comments about your diet or body

Interfering in your personal life



Resource: 6 Steps To Setting Healthy Boundaries With Parents
(And What That Looks Like)


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Facebook



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