Carrying a Lot, Without Carrying It Alone #273
Tue Feb 03 2026
In this episode, I’m sharing a real look at what life feels like right now—entering the third trimester, navigating a fuller calendar, and holding both excitement and quiet stress at the same time. From increased appointments and planning ahead for maternity leave, to noticing how easily emotional weight can build when life speeds up, this episode is about staying present without oversharing or spiraling.
I also reflect on recent conversations with Douglas about anxiety, partnership, and what support actually looks like in this season. By learning to name moments of appreciation out loud, we’ve started shifting from assumptions to clarity—creating more space to feel seen, supported, and on the same team. A gentle reminder that we don’t have to carry everything perfectly—we don’t have to carry it alone.
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Photo and Music Credit: Cover Art Photography by Tori Radick: https://www.instagram.com/toricophotography/
Intro/Outro Music Produced by Ryan Blivhovde: https://www.instagram.com/ryanblihovde/
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In this episode, I’m sharing a real look at what life feels like right now—entering the third trimester, navigating a fuller calendar, and holding both excitement and quiet stress at the same time. From increased appointments and planning ahead for maternity leave, to noticing how easily emotional weight can build when life speeds up, this episode is about staying present without oversharing or spiraling. I also reflect on recent conversations with Douglas about anxiety, partnership, and what support actually looks like in this season. By learning to name moments of appreciation out loud, we’ve started shifting from assumptions to clarity—creating more space to feel seen, supported, and on the same team. A gentle reminder that we don’t have to carry everything perfectly—we don’t have to carry it alone. Follow Your Host: Insta:https://www.instagram.com/rumor_in_stpetersburg TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rumor_in_stpetersburg FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/theluxuryofselfcare Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/ahnastasia88?si=ab36621742b4474c Photo and Music Credit: Cover Art Photography by Tori Radick: https://www.instagram.com/toricophotography/ Intro/Outro Music Produced by Ryan Blivhovde: https://www.instagram.com/ryanblihovde/