Q&A: Navigating Work-Life Balance as a Parent, HRV for Stress and Longevity, and Signs of Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, and OCD
The LongHer Life21 Helmi 2025

Q&A: Navigating Work-Life Balance as a Parent, HRV for Stress and Longevity, and Signs of Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, and OCD

I dive into the reality of balancing work and motherhood, the science of heart rate variability (HRV) tracking, and the signs of postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD.

As a new mom, I share my personal experiences, research-backed insights, and practical strategies for optimizing health and mental well-being during this phase of life.

Want your question answered in a future episode? Send me a DM on Instagram!

I TALK ABOUT:

06:00 – Redefining balance as a working mom and why perfect balance is a myth

09:40 – Adapting work-life balance strategies as a new mom

17:45 – The reality of work-life balance and being present with your child

23:10 – Understanding HRV, why it matters, and how to track it

26:50 – The link between HRV and longevity, mental health, and stress resilience

27:58 – Practical ways to improve HRV

29:10 – The signs and symptoms of postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD

31:00 – The underestimated challenges of postpartum life

45:40 – How traveling and getting out of town helps mental health during postpartum

49:00 – Supplements, self-care, and mental offloading strategies for postpartum wellness

51:40 – The importance of social connections and therapy during motherhood

SPONSORS:

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RESOURCES:

Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today!

Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now!

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The book: Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters

HRV Trackers: Oura Ring, WHOOP, Garmin, Ultra Human Ring



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