#283: Navigating Motherhood Transitions with Confidence and Grace

Motherhood is full of change and in this deeply personal episode, Dr. Elana Roumell and co-host Steph Greunke get real about what it takes to thrive through life’s biggest transitions. From moving into a dream home to navigating new career paths, Steph shares how she’s choosing rest, joy, and alignment as a mom, wife, and woman. Dr. Elana also opens up about her return from maternity leave, the realities of being a mom of three, and her family’s exciting new adventures including a potential cross country road trip in a converted van. Together, they reflect on the beauty and challenges of intentional motherhood, discuss boundary setting with grace, and offer encouragement to any mom navigating her next season. Whether you're craving deeper connection, more self care, or simply want to feel less alone in the chaos, this episode is packed with relatable stories, practical inspiration, and a whole lot of heart. Topics Covered In This Episode Navigating motherhood transitions with grace Creating boundaries and building community Redefining work-life balance as a mom Embracing new seasons and career shifts Self-care strategies for postpartum healing Show Notes: Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell’s Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child’s number one health advocate! Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD’s online nutrition program and community, Postpartum Reset, an intimate private community and online roadmap for any mama (or mama-to-be) who feels stuck, alone, and depleted and wants to learn how to thrive in motherhood. Listen to today’s episode on our website This Episode’s Sponsors  Enjoy the health benefits of PaleoValley’s products such as their supplements, superfood bars and meat sticks.  Receive 15% off your purchase by using code DOCTORMOM at checkout or head to paleovalley.com/doctormom  Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by women’s health practitioners and mamas alike to support optimal pregnancy outcomes. Try their 4 Part Complete Nutrition plan which includes a Prenatal Multi, Omega-3, Collagen Protein, and Pre/Probiotic. To get started, head to thisisneeded.com, and use code DOCTORMOM100 for $100 off your first 3 months of Needed’s Complete Plan! Active Skin Repair is a must-have for everyone to keep themselves and their families healthy and clean.  Keep a bottle in the car to spray your face after removing your mask, a bottle in your medicine cabinet to replace your toxic first aid products, and one in your outdoor pack for whatever life throws at you.  Use code DOCTORMOM to receive 20% off your order + free shipping (with $35 minimum purchase). Visit BLDGActive.com to order. INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can’t wait to meet you! @stephgreunke @drelanaroumell Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.