We Should Talk About: Growth Spurts, Imposter Syndrome, and Life One Month Postpartum

The duo is officially back together! Megan returns from her maternity leave at the one-month mark, and she and Amber take time to catch up on all things new motherhood, navigating life transitions, and stepping into major moments of professional growth. From the vulnerability of the early postpartum days to confronting the deep discomfort that comes with taking big creative risks, Megan and Amber share a raw look at what it truly takes to expand beyond your comfort zone. In this episode, we cover: Life at One Month Postpartum: Megan opens up about her C-section recovery, navigating early feeding struggles, and how she grounded herself when perfectionism and overwhelming logistics threatened to take over. The "Growth Spurt" Mindset: A grounding reframe for both babies and adults that helps normalize temporary chaos, sleep regressions, and emotional shifts. Confronting Book-Launch Imposter Syndrome: Amber and Megan discuss the terrifying vulnerability of putting original work into the world, fearing "getting in trouble," and letting go of control once a project leaves the creation bubble. The Discomfort of Expansion: Why leaning into moments that put your stomach in knots is a necessary sign of personal and professional evolution. Supportive Partnerships in High-Stress Seasons: How Megan and her husband navigated a major unexpected wrench in their plans right after Charlie's birth by choosing to stay on the same team. Whether you're in the middle of a literal or metaphorical growth spurt, this conversation is a comforting reminder that the hard, messy parts of transition are often just temporary stops on the way to major expansion! Connect with Us We Should Talk Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weshouldtalk.pod/ Megan Walsh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connectwithmegan/ Website: http://connect-with-megan.com/ Amber Trejo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativetraumatherapist/ Website: https://www.theintegrativetraumatherapist.com/