Radicalized by Motherhood with Imani Payne

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Written By Erin Spahr (she/her)
 

I'm really excited today to share this conversation that I had with Imani Payne. Imani is a parent, consultant, space holder, advocate, and commentator on modern American motherhood. She aims to create a community through connection while sharing her personal matrescence journey online. 

I found Imani through a ⁠reel⁠ on Instagram where she talks about how nothing will radicalize you quicker than becoming an American mother. And I really resonated with her message. I think you will too. We get into all of that as well as her experience becoming a mother. 

Some themes that come up are talking about her ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, secondary infertility, navigating the medical system, and how she ultimately became radicalized by motherhood and how she has worked to unlearn a lot of the societal messages that we all receive. So I think you're really going to enjoy this smart and insightful conversation.

Follow Imani on Instagram: ⁠@realgrowingpaynes⁠

Please note: The information provided on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The content shared here is not intended to be professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

 
Erin Spahr (she/her)

Erin Spahr is a licensed therapist, mother, intersectional feminist, podcast host, and maternal mental health advocate. Erin uses a feminist lens in her work with mothers and strives to help mothers free themselves from oppressive societal expectations and find more self-confidence and self-compassion.

She hosts the Feminist Mom Podcast where she discusses the intersection of feminism and motherhood with inspiring guests. Erin recently launched the Inclusive Provider Directory, a directory that serves as a vital link connecting mothers, birthing individuals, and families in the United States and Canada with perinatal providers who prioritize inclusivity and identity-affirming care.

Erin sees clients in her private practice (available to folks in North Carolina and Maryland). She lives in Raleigh, North Carolina with her husband and two kids.

https://www.erinspahrtherapy.com
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