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Parenthood and maintaining a healthy relationship are ambitious endeavors. Being fully aware, you armed yourself with all the latest books, articles, podcasts, and resources, committed to being present and strong for your family. Yet, despite embracing every piece of advice and strategy in your search for reassurance, there are times you find yourself wondering why the harmony, connection, and closeness you envisioned seem out of reach. If this rings true, let me tell you: it’s not you! It’s what they didn’t tell you. The parenting guidance and strategies we read online lack depth. They hardly ever address the transition into parenthood and the profound impact this has on our identity, partnerships, and ability to show up as the parent we wish to be for our children. But guess what? We’re about to turn that around. Hi there, I’m Markella Kaplani. A clinical-counseling psychologist, a parenthood and relationship Coach, a matrescence coach and facilitator, a former special educator, and a parent myself. In my 15+ years in counseling and coaching, I know this to be true: once a parent is truly supported, not only through being given techniques to overcome parenting challenges, but on a personal and relational level, then the entire family can thrive. So, welcome to the Parenthood and Relationship Podcast! Here, we learn to grow individually, normalizing and validating the processes of matrescence and patrescence (i.e. struggling with identity, mom guilt, dad guilt, postpartum rage, work-life balance, etc). We also grow together by unraveling how parenthood affects marriage and what stands in the way of following the actionable parenting strategies that we know are helpful. So, if you’re feeling ready, let me hold your hand while we tackle intriguing, yet difficult topics, with compassion and curiosity. Interested to know more? - Reach out via email at info@markellakaplani.com with your questions, and - Visit www.markellakaplani.com to access FREE resources and check out ways to work with me personally. Let’s do this! --- 🔎 Is Parenthood Making or Breaking Your Relationship? FIND OUT NOW! https://www.markellakaplani.com/couplesquiz 🖥 Reconcile the ’old’ identity with the ’new’ Grab your FREE Matrescence Mini-Course https://www.markellakaplani.com/videoseries 👥 Join our Circle: www.facebook.com/groups/parenthoodandrelationship/ 🤝 Would you like a more personalized touch? I can offer Parenthood and Relationship Coaching. info@markellakaplani.com www.markellakaplani.com Book an introductory session to explore our chemistry and whether I am the right fit for you: http://tidycal.com/markellakaplani/intro-session
Episodes
Sunday Apr 14, 2024
Sunday Apr 14, 2024
Welcome to the first episode of "The Parenthood & Relationship Podcast," where we discuss the profound transformation of parenthood and how this affects us as individuals and as a couple.
The topic of this episode centers on the concept of "Matrescence," a profound transition that resembles adolescence, where we, as mothers, undergo a significant identity shift.
We unpack the emotional and psychological change that accompanies our entry into parenthood, shedding light on the often unspoken challenges of parenthood such as struggling with the transition to motherhood and the identity crisis it often brings.
More specifically, we get into the topic of the "Canscade of Motherhood," which describes the extent to which motherhood affects all areas of life, with the ultimate aim of normalizing feelings of shame, loss, or mom guilt that come up alongside the joy, love, and gratitude we feel for our children.
By recognizing and embracing this cascade of changes, we can strengthen our relationships and foster a nurturing environment for both ourselves and our children.
Whether you're a mom who feels conflicted between utter joy and grief for your old self, or a partner eager to support and understand her, this episode provides essential insights into the joys and challenges of parenting.
Join me as we explore how to navigate these waters together, fostering a deeper connection with ourselves and our loved ones in the journey of parenthood.
See the episode transcript here
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LET'S TAKE OUR RELATIONSHIP TO THE NEXT LEVEL 😉
- Find me on Instagram: @markella.kaplani
- Join our community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/parenthoodandrelationship/
- Watch the FREE Mini Video Series on Matrescence: markellakaplani.com/videoseries
- E-mail me: info@markellakaplani.com
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Markella Kaplani, M.A.
Clinical-Counseling Psychologist
Parenthood & Relationship Coach
Matrescence Coach, Facilitator, & Activist
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Looking for a haven for understanding the complex dynamics of becoming a parent and evolving relationships? You’ve arrived!
The Parenthood and Relationship Podcast delves into the psychology of parenthood, the nuanced stages of matrescence and patrescence, and the intricate balance between personal identity and parenting roles.
This is not your average parenting advice platform. Adding to the plentiful resources that arm us with parenting strategies we, indeed, benefit from, this podcast has been designed with a stronger focus on the emotional and psychological shifts experienced during the transition to parenthood, like grappling with the loss of identity, navigating parenting challenges, and seeking to strengthen their relationship with ourselves, our partner, and our children amidst the whirlwind of parenting.
As a clinical-counseling psychologist, a parenthood and relationship coach, a matrescence activist, and a parent, my goal is to integrate the many facets of the family dynamic that I’ve been privileged to experience to present holistic, straightforward, and compassionate insights we can all use to become more confident, reassured, and present in our parenting and our relationship with ourselves and our partners.
Each weekly episode aims to foster self-awareness, personal growth, and a deeper understanding of the evolving relationships within the family unit.
You can look forward to topics ranging from overcoming parental guilt to exploring how parenthood affects marriage, as we address the internal struggles, the relationship dynamics post-childbirth, and the path to harmonizing the new family structure.
With a focus on practical, research-based parenting strategies and the importance of self-reflection and reparenting, my hope is that you take our discussions and synthesize them with your own expertise and intuition to establish your unique direction on becoming the parent you aspire to be.
If any of this resonates, join our supportive circle where deep introspection and mutual support pave the way to personal and relational fulfillment.
I can’t wait to explore, grow, and thrive together in this exciting journey of parenthood!
Welcome!
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Markella Kaplani
Psychologist | Parenthood & Relationship Coach
The Parenthood and Relationship Podcast offers a deep exploration of the emotional and psychological challenges of becoming a parent.
Diving into topics like matrescence, patrescence, and the loss of identity, this podcast is designed to provide holistic, compassionate insights for those looking to navigate the complex dynamics of parenthood and relationships.
With weekly episodes focused on personal growth, overcoming parental guilt, and strengthening family bonds, it invites you, the listener to join a supportive community dedicated to personal and relational fulfillment.
Let's (re)connect to ourselves, our partners, our children, and each other!