Hey Doc,

What happens when you stop following the script and start building a life that actually fits you?

This week on Stethoscopes and Strollers, I’m joined by Dr. Saumya Dave — psychiatrist, author, private practice owner, and mom of two — for a conversation that’s equal parts real, reflective, and full of permission.

We talk about the seasons of life and how every one of them demands something different from us. From navigating 200+ rejections on her path to becoming a published author, to choosing private practice straight out of residency, to redefining success and motherhood on her own terms, Dr. Saumya reminds us that there’s no single path to fulfillment.

This episode isn’t about “balance.”

It’s about alignment — and the courage to keep reshaping your life, even when people don’t understand it.

You’ll hear:

• How Dr. Saumya turned 200 rejections into a bestselling book deal
• What it looks like to build a creative life alongside medicine and motherhood
• Why listening to your body is a skill physicians often have to relearn
• The power of grace and empathy in healing relationships with parents
• How giving yourself permission to change your mind can change everything

If you’ve ever wondered how to honor all the parts of yourself — the doctor, the creative, the mom, the partner, the you, this conversation will remind you that you’re allowed to be all of it without apology and without limits.

🎧 Tune in and hear how Dr. Saumya’s story invites us all to live expansively, define success on our own terms, and embrace the seasons we’re in.

What did you think of the episode, doc? Let me know!

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