Inspired Mom MDs
Inspired Mom MDs is hosted by Cindy Van Praag, MD, wellness advocate for physician moms and proud mom of two teenagers. Episodes will cover how to identify and take back autonomy at work and home to find time for activities that invigorate you. The show will also delve into how to prioritize your own wellbeing without guilt and thrive at work and home. Cindy has over 20 years of experience in medicine and 17 years as a mom. She has extensive training in the integrative mindset and a holistic approach to wellbeing.
Inspired Mom MDs
54: When the Plan Falls Apart: The Power of Flexibility for Physician Moms
Find the full transcript and more resources for physician moms at inspiredmommds.com/54.
The best-laid plans… often crash into real life.
You map out your career, family time, and a perfectly color0coded planner, and then? Chaos.
A shift runs late. Your kiddo spikes a fever. And the sitter cancels.
Suddenly, everything you were holding together feels like it’s unraveling.
Here’s the truth: a roadblock doesn’t mean something impassable. It means life is offering you a redirect.
But in the moment, it can feel like you only have two options, to power through and burnout or give up entirely.
What if there’s a third option? What if the answer isn’t pushing harder, but learning how to flex?
In today’s episode, I share a simple 4-step framework to help you respond to life’s curveballs with confidence, clarity, and a little grace.
If you’re feeling stuck or unsure what to do next, you’re in the right place. Time to dive in!
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This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for medical advice or care. I’m a board-certified physician, but this content isn’t connected to my clinical practice, and no doctor-patient relationship is formed here. Please always talk to your own health professional about any mental or physical health concerns. And as always, take what helps and leave the rest. Please see InspiredMomMDs.com for full legal disclaimer.
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I help physician moms take back control and prioritize what matters most so they can thrive in private practice and at home.