152. What is Polyvagal Theory... and Why Should Moms Care?
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Polyvagal Theory is all the rage among social workers and trauma therapists these days... but what exactly is it? And how on Earth does it apply to motherhood? In this episode, we'll break down some of the basics on Stephen Porges' ground-breaking Polyvagal Theory, and how we can use it to better manage stress in mom life. EPISODE NOTES: Ritual Care episodes are quick check-ins with self-care educator and mama coach, Kelly Newsome Georges. We'll use self-care as an essential life skill for early motherhood, using a blend of intuitive healing, bodywork, and brain science, like the Polyvagal Theory. START FOR FREE with a free, virtual care kit at ritualcare.com/free . JOIN the online mom care community for free at ritualcare.com/community . FOLLOW Kelly on Instagram at instagram.com/kellynewsomegeorges .
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