If you ever miss your life before parenthood, you’re not alone. And you’re not a bad parent. We gain so much when we have children and, at the same time, there’s also a lot of loss. Friendships change. Spontaneous plans are replaced by a million logistics. Just trying to drink your coffee while it’s hot becomes a challenge! This week, Dr. Becky hears from three parents who feel out of touch with things they loved about their pre-child selves and lives. She deshames their experiences and shares practical strategies rooted in a core Good Inside principle: Seeing the person under the parenting. From befriending guilt to exploring what lights you up inside, this episode will empower you to show up as the parent you want to be—by tapping into the person you want to be. Join Good Inside Membership: http://www.goodinside.com Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinside Sign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletter Pre-order Dr. Becky's upcoming book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books. Today’s episode is brought to you by the following sponsor: ByHeart, is the first new infant formula brand in over 15 years to completely re-think, re-write, and reimagine what’s possible. They took a five-year deep dive. Working with leading scientists and pediatricians to create a formula that gives your baby BOTH clinically proven benefits (like easy digestion, less spit up, softer poops) AND the cleanest ingredients. ByHeart is the first US infant formula to be Clean Label Project certified, so no corn syrup, maltodextrin, palm oil, or soy. Learn more at www.byheart.com and join their waitlist for new customers—opening soon! When you’re able to order, use code GOODINSIDE15 for 15% off your first purchase or subscription plan order.