Solo Ep: Special Birthday Episode! Reflections on the Last Year and What I Foresee for 2023

Happy Birthday to our host, Lina! In this special solo episode, Lina reflects on her journey through mental health and motherhood in the last year. As Lina turns 34, she explores what success and happiness means to her. She shares that last year she put her mental health at the forefront and the benefits she's seen, especially as the end of year means burn out for most people and she has been able to maintain an energized and motivated state. Lina also shares that her most DM'd question is how she lost "the baby weight" and her thoughts around snapback culture and the complicated subject of weight-loss with someone who has a history of eating disorder. She talks about losing weight while being mindful that she doesn't repeat any disordered eating patterns. As Lina looks towards the new year, she shares the things that she sees for herself: taking less brand deals on Instagram, growing her side-business as an influencer talent manager, and continuing to manage her mental health and put her focus on self-care. She also talks about the journey into getting pregnant again and the longer it takes, the more unsure she is about having another baby. Lina shares that their life as a family of 3 feels "complete" and the complex feelings around adding another family member. The New Mamas Podcast also turns 2 this week and we'd like to thank you for listening! Support the Show.Connect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)