Episode 35: Prioritizing Yourself As a Professional Mom in the Workplace with Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson

In this episode, we learned about the journey of a physician who became a coach for physician moms. We'll explore the unique challenges faced by women in medicine, the importance of support systems, the impact of societal expectations on women's choices, and the ways in which coaching can empower these mothers to reclaim their identities and find fulfillment both personally and professionally. Join Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson and me as we get to the root cause of the pressures that lead many physician moms to struggle with feelings of inadequacy and burnout. 

 

Key Takeaways: 

• The Journey of a Physician Mom - Balancing the responsibilities of being a mom with the high expectations of a medical career presents unique challenges for many physician moms. 

• The Pressure to Sacrifice Everything - From a young age, women are taught to embrace a self-sacrificing approach to motherhood, placing their children’s needs above their own.

• The Power of Intentional Self-Care - If you don’t take care of yourself, everything else can crumble. Self-care is a crucial, non-negotiable aspect of leading a fulfilling life. 

• The Benefits of Asking for Help - When we take on many responsibilities, it can become overwhelming. To maintain balance in our lives, we need to be intentional about seeking help when we need it.  

• The Real Value of Time with Children - Spending time with our children is important, but the quality of that time is what really counts. By being present and focused, we can make great memories and build a strong connection with our kids. 

 

Helpful Resources: 

• Structuring Time for Decompression - One of the key challenges many mothers face is not having a structured schedule that allows for regular moments of self-care.  

• How Are You Going to Create Your Village? - By seeking support, sharing openly, and working together, we can build a strong, empowering community. 

About Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson 

Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson is a wife, mother, Coach, Speaker and Podcast Host, Perinatal Mental Health Specialist, and board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist. Her work is geared to physician moms who are postpartum and beyond to help them go from feeling anxiety and resentment to feeling confidence and joy. She does this through private coaching and as the host of the Stethoscopes and Strollers Podcast. 

 

Follow Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson 

Email: hello@drtoyacoaching.com 

Website: https://www.drtoyacoaching.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/latoya.luces.5 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtoyacoaching 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latoyalucessampson/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrToyaCoaching 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stethoscopes-and-strollers/id1745808244 

 

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Hosted by: Dr. Maiysha Clairborne 

 

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