Episode #9
The Grief Nobody Talks About in Parenthood, With an End of Life Educator
Nobody tells you that becoming a parent comes with grief. Not sadness exactly, just the quiet loss of who you were, what you expected, and the life you thought you were going to have. End-of-life educator Brit Foster Rothstein says that grief is real, it matters, and most of us are carrying it unresolved. In this episode, Dr. Varisa Perlman sits down with Brit Foster Rothstein, end-of-life educator and former high school English teacher, to talk about the grief that lives inside parenthood and why ignoring it is costing you your presence, your relationships, and your ability to connect. This is not an episode about death. It is an episode about all the losses that do not get named and the emotions we push down because we think we are supposed to feel only grateful. In this episode you will learn: Why grief lives inside every major life transition, not just death How the loss of your pre-parent identity is real grief that deserves space Why NICU parents need permission to grieve the birth they did not get, even when their baby is alive How unresolved childhood grief gets dragged into your parenting Why social media leaves no room for the emotional complexity of parenthood The link between grief, self-compassion and real self-care Why repair with your child starts with repair with yourself What it means to let your past inform you without letting it distract you Whether you are a new parent, a seasoned one, or simply a human carrying more than you have been given permission to put down, this episode will change how you think about your own emotional life. Beyond the Diaper is a podcast about medical issues within the context of motherhood and self-care, hosted by Dr. Varisa Perlman of La Petite Creme. Medical Disclaimer : This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider regarding concerns about your child’s health.
