The Raw Truth: What No One Tells You About Parenthood

The transition into new parenthood can feel… a lot. We spend months prepping for labour and delivery, only to be completely blindsided by the postpartum roller coaster 0 the hormones, the relationship shifts, the sleep (or lack thereof), the identity shake-ups - all of it. In this episode, Dr. Alicia sits down with Dr. Pip Houghton to unpack the realities of perinatal mental health and why a little anticipatory guidance goes a long way. They dive into the most common challenges new parents face, why sleep is non-negotiable, how expectations (societal and self-imposed) shape our experience, and what a truly supportive postpartum setup can look like. They also get real about maternal guilt - why it shows up, how to recognize it, and what you can actually do about it. If you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, or supporting someone who is, this episode is equal parts grounding, practical, and “oh thank goodness, it’s not just me."

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The Raw Truth: What No One Tells You About Parenthood is an episode from She Found Motherhood podcast by She Found Motherhood.

This episode is 32:26 long.

This episode was published on Nov 26, 2025.

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