I Love My Baby... and I'm So Bored
Myleik Teele thought she’d thrive in new motherhood. She was organized, capable, ambitious, and great at figuring things out. But after her baby arrived, she found herself feeling something she never expected: bored.
In this episode, Dr. Becky and Myleik talk honestly about the monotony of early parenting, the loss of spontaneity and identity, and the shame so many parents feel when reality doesn’t match what they imagined. Together, they explore why the newborn stage can feel especially hard for people who are used to moving fast, solving problems, and finding meaning through competence.
If you’ve ever thought:
- “Why am I not enjoying this more?”
- “What’s wrong with me?”
- “Why does this feel so repetitive and isolating?”
…this conversation is for you.
Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible:
- Once Upon a Farm: Use the code GOODINSIDE for 40% off your first subscription
- LMNT: Get a free 8-count sample pack with your purchase at LMNT.com/goodinside
- Airbnb: Host your home or book your next stay on Airbnb
Learn more about Good Inside.
Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram.
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Myleik Teele thought she’d thrive in new motherhood. She was organized, capable, ambitious, and great at figuring things out. But after her baby arrived, she found herself feeling something she never expected: bored.
In this episode, Dr. Becky and Myleik talk honestly about the monotony of early parenting, the loss of spontaneity and identity, and the shame so many parents feel when reality doesn’t match what they imagined. Together, they explore why the newborn stage can feel especially hard for people who are used to moving fast, solving problems, and finding meaning through competence.
If you’ve ever thought:
- “Why am I not enjoying this more?”
- “What’s wrong with me?”
- “Why does this feel so repetitive and isolating?”
…this conversation is for you.
Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible:
- Once Upon a Farm: Use the code GOODINSIDE for 40% off your first subscription
- LMNT: Get a free 8-count sample pack with your purchase at LMNT.com/goodinside
- Airbnb: Host your home or book your next stay on Airbnb
Learn more about Good Inside.
Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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