Tokyo Prenatal Center: Recent Episodes
Katie Leigh
Compartmentalizing can have an uncomfortable feel, although we all agree that there are times when we need to set something aside to focus on something else. In this episode, the discussion is on ways to reframe compartmentalizing so that all the parts of ourselves feel respected and cared for.
Many of us parent in a way that is not sustainable for us. This is an analogy of parenting underwater and what it takes to make sure that you are prepared and nurtured as a parent so that you can stay underwater and enjoy the swim (at least sometimes).
Keeping our work as mothers quiet, keeps us out of power. By naming all of the work we do, we can ensure we carve out time, energy and acknowledgment for the immense amount of work and skill it takes to be mother in the modern world.
If you Google search “how to get labor started” you’ll get an plethora of advice. In this meditation, though, the emphasis is on simply strengthening the communicating between you and your baby. It’s deep work, soulful work, and great practice to get in touch with your intuitive knowledge.