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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.

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59: How Doctor Moms Can Shift Their Day with One Simple Practice

May 13, 2025 • Cindy Van Praag, MD • Episode 59

Find the full transcript and more resources for physician moms at inspiredmommds.com/59.

Have you ever had one of those days that should feel amazing, but somewhere along the way, it just falls apart?

You start with good intentions – coffee in hand, list ready, and the best of plans – yet, setting daily intentions for busy moms can feel like a distant dream when everything starts to slip.

The energy, the optimism... gone.

I get it. It happened to me just this week.

But what if I told you that one small shift could change everything?

Not by forcing a perfect day, because real life doesn’t work like that, but by planting the seed for how you want your day to feel before the world starts shouting at you.

Today, I'm sharing a simple practice that’s not fluffy and not futile. It’s rooted in neuroscience, mindfulness, and your own inner strength.

It’s powerful.

It’s doable.

And it just might be the secret you’ve been missing.

Check out InspiredMomMDs.com for more information about how I help physician moms!
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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.