147. Overcoming Analysis Paralysis as a First-Time Mom With Monika Malan

Being a first-time mom can be overwhelming, especially when you don't have all the support you need. Life coach Monika Malan knows this firsthand. She was 8 months pregnant when the pandemic hit, and gave birth in the first month of lockdown. With limited support, she turned to the internet for advice, only to find conflicting opinions that led to analysis paralysis and fed her anxiety.  In this episode, Monika shares her journey of overcoming analysis paralysis and making decisions with confidence as a first-time mom. We discuss the tips that helped her in the decision-making process, the importance of respecting boundaries and communicating your limits to the people in your life, and her tips for feeling empowered and not being afraid to say no.  Some big takeaways are:First-time moms are more susceptible to analysis paralysis.You are not married to your parenting choices - you can change your mind!Healthy boundaries help to make healthy relationships.Take a listen and learn more by reading the show notes! www.newmomboss.com/blog/147Guest Resources: Monika’s Website: www.newmom.co.za Monika’s Socials: Instagram |  Facebook | Facebook GroupResources for new moms: www.newmom.co.za/resources FREE Affirmations Download for new moms!Looking for pregnancy support?Join the waitlist for the Prepping For Postpartum Workshop!www.newmomboss.com/pfp-waitlistWork with me 1:1!www.newmomboss.com/guidance Follow me on social media!Instagram: www.instagram.com/newmomboss/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/newmomboss

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Kallista helps pregnant mamas get ready for their baby by preparing their self, space, and significant other. She does so through her podcast, The New Mom Boss Podcast, as well as coaching, and online course New Mom Prep School. Kallista is a Registered Nurse, a Certified Lactation Counselor, and is a mom of 3. Her passion to help new moms was born when she had her first 2 kids 13 months apart --catapulting her into the new mom phase back to back. It is her mission to make preparing to be a new mom simple and thorough so that women can enter motherhood with confidence AND love their postpartum period.