Are You a "Yeah, But" Mom?
Something I see a lot when I work with moms is that internal tug-of-war between what they think they should be doing and what they actually need to be doing.
How often do you catch yourself saying, “Yeah, but…”? Do you get stuck in a loop of resisting new ideas, or are you open to trying something different for the sake of your postpartum health, sanity, and happiness?
Here in New Jersey and the Philadelphia area, it feels like everyone has an opinion on how things “should” be done — and that can be exhausting. When someone comes at you with an agenda or unsolicited advice, us spicy moms can get instantly turned off. That’s why real support can be so hard to find.
I see it all the time in my postpartum prep sessions — moms trying to reject societal norms that don’t align with their values, only to get caught in the infamous “Yeah, but…” loop.
Examples of the “Yeah, But…”
Struggling with sleep? I might suggest bedsharing or trying a whole new sleep routine, and you say, “Yeah, but…”
Overwhelmed by laundry, dog walks, or household chaos? I might suggest hitting pause and focusing on yourself in the first few weeks, and you’re like, “Yeah, but…”
Feeling like life is drowning you? I suggest hiring temporary help to get through the toughest stretch, and the response is, “Yeah, but…”
We all get it. New ideas — especially ones that challenge routines or societal expectations — can feel unsettling or impossible. But that “Yeah, but…” mindset is exactly what keeps you stuck. If something isn’t working, you’ve got to make a change. And if you don’t take action, it’s not likely to happen on its own.
Flip the Script
Instead of rejecting ideas outright, try asking yourself:
“Is this keeping me stuck, or could this open a new possibility?”
You might be surprised how many “Yeah, but” moments turn into real breakthroughs when you stop resisting and start listening to what actually works for you — not what society expects.
This applies to everything from the big decisions to the tiny ones — even whether to explore placenta encapsulation for postpartum recovery.
Yes, I went there. Taking placenta pills isn’t crazy when you consider the benefits: mood stabilization, increased energy, and even improved milk supply. For local moms in South Jersey, Central Jersey, the Jersey Shore, Philadelphia, and Delaware, placenta encapsulation is becoming a key part of postpartum prep — a simple step that can make a huge difference in navigating the fourth trimester with more balance and support.
Challenge for You
Next time you catch yourself thinking, “Yeah, but…,” pause and flip the script:
“What if this actually works for me?”
Stop resisting, start experimenting, and give yourself permission to embrace solutions that make your postpartum life easier — including placenta encapsulation in South Jersey, Philadelphia, and surrounding areas.
Click here to learn more about how placenta pills can support your postpartum recovery and help you feel energized, balanced, and prepared for the fourth trimester.
