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Stethoscopes and StrollersAuthor: La Toya Luces-Sampson MD, PMH-C
Welcome to Stethoscopes & Strollers! I'm Dr. Toya, mom of two, OBGYN, and coach for physician moms. Here, we go beyond the hospital halls, into the messy, magical early years of parentingthink diapers, sleepless nights, and figuring out how to deal with all those unexpected twists and turns.Every episode, I dive into topics like mental health, the ins and outs of postpartum sex, sorting out childcare, and how having little ones changes your marriage. Well talk about getting back to work after baby, the real deal with mom guilt thanks to those tough doctor schedules, what pumping at work is really like, and how to keep all the balls in the air without dropping any. Were here to get real about the hard choices, like deciding to stop breastfeeding, and so much more. This is a space for focusing on taking care of you, because managing scrubs and swaddles takes a village.You'll figure out how to ask for and actually accept help, because lets be honest, getting support is crucial for thriving as both a mom and a doctor.Just a quick heads-up: while we're all about sharing and supporting, remember this isnt medical advice. Were here to connect, share experiences, and growtogether, without the medical jargon.So, grab your coffee or tea, and get ready to dive into those parts of being a physician mom that don't get talked about enough. You're not riding this roller coaster alone, and you definitely deserve all the support you can get. Tune in to Stethoscopes & Strollers for some real, honest insights and practical tips to make momming a bit easier. Its time to get the conversation started!--------------------- Language: en-us Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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107. Part 2: Dr. Gina Dapul-Hidalgo’s Story: Investing in Herself and Shattering Limiting Beliefs
Episode 107
Tuesday, 24 February, 2026
Hey Doc,What do you do when everything looks “successful” on paper… but you’re not actually satisfied?In Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Gina Dapul-Hidalgo — allergist, CEO, twin mom — we talk about the season that doesn’t get discussed enough.The one where you’ve done everything right.You trained.You built the career.You became the mom.And yet… something feels off.Dr. Gina shares what it was like to realize she wasn’t fulfilled and to invest in herself before she had proof it would work.We talk about:The quiet dissatisfaction that creeps in after training endsMaking a “scary” financial investment in coachingDiscovering limiting beliefs she didn’t even know were running the showHow being an IMG shaped her confidence, and how she dismantled that narrativeWhy she started taking 24–48 hours away each year (yes, with twins at home)And what it really means to bet on yourself as a physician momThis conversation is about ownership.Owning your brilliance.Owning your dissatisfaction.Owning your need for support.Owning your ambition, especially after motherhood.🎧 Listen to Part 2 now.What did you think of the episode, doc? Let me know! Subscribe to ✨Stethoscopes and Strollers✨ on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Connect with me: Website | Instagram | Facebook Join my Email list to get tips on navigating motherhood in the medical field. If you are going through a transition -- becoming a parent, leaving a job, figuring out how manage it all, schedule a strategy coaching session and get clarity and strategic next steps for the life and career you want. Strategy Coaching Session with Dr. Toya
