Wonder in the Weeds Show
Hosted by Cristie Ritz-King
A show about living life fully through grief, change, and all the beauty of being human. Through personal reflections, interviews, and Q&A, Cristie dives into topics that can be awkward or hard to talk about on our own—shining a light into the dark corners.
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06: Coming Home: Managing the Return of College Kids for Summer
Having your child return home after their freshman year at college can be both exciting and anxiety-provoking. You miss them, but the sudden shift in household dynamics can be jarring. Let's face it, after months of an "empty nest," adjusting to your young adult...
05: Maternal Mental Health-Postpartum Risk and Protective Factors for New Parents
Hey there, mamas! Dr. Cristie here, stepping away from the clinical jargon for a moment to get real about something incredibly important: maternal mental health. Let's be honest. Motherhood can be a rollercoaster. You might picture sunshine and snuggles, but the...
04: How to Embrace Life Transitions with Grace & Self-Compassion | Dr. Cristie Ritz-King
Life is a series of transitions. From anticipated milestones like graduation or starting a new job, to unexpected curveballs like a job loss or a family move, change is inevitable. And let's be honest, life transitions can be tough. We can feel lost, overwhelmed, and...
03: Redefining Success as a Mom (My Story of Juggling Dreams)
Hey mamas! Ever feel like you're constantly juggling motherhood, career aspirations, and your own personal dreams? You're not alone! Many of us face the pressure to "have it all," but what does that even mean? As many of you know, I've always advocated for women's...
02: Healing From Trauma: Self-Compassion, Awareness & Body Connection (Trauma Therapist Tips)
Hey everyone, Dr. Cristie here, Today, I want to talk about something close to my heart: healing from trauma and the wounds of the past. We all carry baggage, right? Sometimes it's a backpack, sometimes it's a whole suitcase set. But here's the thing:...
01: Trauma Healing Requires More Than Quick Fixes
Hey everyone, Dr. Cristie here. I recently went down a rabbit hole on social media, researching trauma for an episode on healing old wounds. What I found left me feeling frustrated, to say the least. The internet is full of content about trauma healing these days, and...
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