More Than Mom With Dr. Nichelle Haynes
Motherhood changes everything — but it doesn’t erase you.
Hosted by perinatal psychiatrist and mom Dr. Nichelle Haynes, More Than Mom is a podcast for women in the thick of it all — navigating identity, mental health, and the quiet, powerful work of finding yourself in motherhood.
Each episode offers real but gentle conversations about the transformation no one prepares you for. From the science of matrescence to the grief of lost selves to the slow, hopeful process of becoming someone new, this is a space to reflect, reconnect, and rebuild your sense of self with compassion.
Whether you’re overwhelmed, unseen, or simply craving a moment of reflection, More Than Mom is here to help you feel more grounded, more understood — and more like yourself again.
More Than Mom With Dr. Nichelle Haynes
Living in Alignment: How to Build a Life That Reflects Who You Really Are (Even in Motherhood)
Have you ever felt like you finally caught a glimpse of yourself again — only for life to pull you right back into old patterns? In this episode of More Than Mom with Dr. Nichelle Haynes, Dr. Nichelle Haynes, perinatal psychiatrist and mom of two, helps you move from awareness to action by learning how to live in alignment with your values, needs, and true identity.
You’ll explore what it really means to integrate the inner work of self-discovery into daily life — from aligning your calendar with your priorities to creating systems that support the woman you’re becoming. Nichelle shares how small, intentional shifts can reduce resentment, prevent burnout, and help you feel more grounded, authentic, and at peace in motherhood.
💬 You’ll Learn:
- What “integration” and “alignment” actually mean for moms
- How to recognize when your inner and outer worlds are out of sync
- Practical ways to bring your values and needs into your daily life
- Why living in alignment is the antidote to resentment and overwhelm
If you’re ready to stop talking about who you want to become and start living like her — this episode will show you how.
✨ Keywords: motherhood identity, postpartum mental health, rediscovering yourself, mom burnout, motherhood overwhelm, finding yourself after kids, intentional living, self-compassion, alignment, personal growth for moms