The Real Side of Pregnancy: Overcoming Fears, Anxiety, and Finding Yourself Again with Dr. Sterling Part 1

Balancing Act with Kristen Doute and Luke Broderick

Episode 150. This week, Kristen is joined by Dr. Noa Sterling, mom of three and board-certified ObGyn with a mission to transform the pregnancy and postpartum journey. Dr. Sterling is also the founder of Sterling Parents, the first membership designed to truly address the emotional and mental load of pregnancy.

In this candid and emotional episode, Kristen and Dr. Sterling dive into the complexities of pregnancy—discussing the real, raw, and often overlooked challenges that many face during this transformative time. From the fears of whether you’ll ever feel like yourself again, to the overwhelming anxiety of googling every symptom, Dr. Sterling opens up about her own experience. She shares the story of her first pregnancy, where at just six weeks in, she was thrust into a world of discomfort and uncertainty. This conversation isn’t just about the physical changes but also the emotional journey, and how important it is to acknowledge and discuss the difficult parts of pregnancy, rather than brushing them aside because a baby is on the way.

Dr. Sterling is launching a pregnancy app in Summer 2025!

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