No One Told Us Episode 88: One and Done or One More? How to Trust your Own Path Amanda White
In this episode, Rachael sits down with therapist, author, and mom Amanda E. White to unpack the often unspoken truths about motherhood—ambivalence, choice, and the radical permission to not love every moment. Together, they talk about what it means to question the path of parenthood, to feel unsure, and to still be a good enough parent. This is a deep-dive into choosing your own way in a culture obsessed with “doing it right.”
Inside this episode:
- What it means to be a “fence sitter” about motherhood
- How social media shapes unrealistic expectations about parenting
- The grief of unlived lives and letting go of former selves
- Navigating differing desires with your partner about family size
- The emotional toll of infertility and decision-making
- How to know if you’re done having kids—or not
- Why desire, not fear or pressure, should guide family planning decisions
- Permission to change your mind—and the freedom in uncertainty
& so much more!
Mentioned in this episode:
Amanda’s website: therapyforwomencenter.com
Substack: Fence Sitter
Podcast: Nuance Needed
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Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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