Hosted by: Reesa Morala, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

In this episode, Doctora Amanda Corona, mom of two and Director of Corporate Partners at UCSD, joins Reesa Morala, LMFT, to discuss the challenges of balancing a full-time career and full-time parenting. Amanda shares her experience navigating parent guilt, societal pressures to become a stay-at-home parent, and the sacrifices she made to honor her professional goals while being present for her family.

As they explore parenting struggles, resources, and insights, Amanda opens up about her battle with postpartum depression and overcoming feelings of failure. She also shares her Mom’s Fluffiest Pancake recipe—a family favorite perfect for busy mornings.

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Mom's Fluffiest Pancakes

Ingredients:

Pancake mix (we use Bisquick)

1tsp Vanilla Extract

1tsp Pumpkin Spice

1-2 Eggs, slightly beaten

1-2c Milk

Syrup, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Follow boxed instructions based on serving size desired.

2. Add egg and milk. Stir. Should be pourable but thick.

3. Stir in vanilla extract and pumpkin spice.

4. Cook on a buttered or oiled pan until browned on both sides.

5. Top with syrup or other choice toppings.

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