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In this heartfelt episode of It's a Circus, host Elsa delves into deep and meaningful conversations with her friend Emma, a tech lawyer and mother of two. Together, they share the joys and challenges of motherhood, discussing Emma's incredible journey through postpartum experiences and a health diagnosis that required aggressive treatment. Emma's story is one of grit and resilience, offering invaluable insights into endometriosis, the importance of support networks, and the reality of parental mental health. From gender disappointment to the unforeseen complexities of parenthood, Elsa and Emma provide a raw and inspiring look at their world, ensuring listeners that they are not alone in their feelings and experiences. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking genuine connection and understanding in their parenting journey.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Opening Remarks

00:29 Guest Introduction: Meet Emma

03:47 Emma's Journey to Motherhood

05:58 Facing Health Challenges Postpartum

08:58 Navigating Medical Misogyny and Endometriosis

13:15 Pregnancy and Life Changes

23:16 Postpartum Experiences and Support Systems

36:07 Navigating Postpartum Anxiety

36:34 The Three-Week Postpartum Lull

37:18 Support Networks and Postpartum Challenges

42:34 Health Diagnosis During Postpartum

46:59 The Importance of Support and Community

59:51 Gender Disappointment and Preparing for Baby #2

01:09:40 Advice for New Parents

01:12:25 Final Thoughts and Parting Words

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Hosted by entrepreneur and mom Elsa Marit, It’s a Circus brings you real, unfiltered conversations with parents who know what it’s like to balance the chaos of kids, careers, and everything in between. Through heartfelt interviews and personal storytelling, Elsa peels back the layers of parenting to reveal the messy, hilarious, and deeply human moments we all experience—but rarely talk about.

This isn’t a guide to having it all figured out. It’s a reminder that you don’t have to.

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