Join Dr. Courtney Downes as she speaks with Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson, an OB-GYN physician, coach for physician moms, and podcast host. Dr. Luces-Sampson shares her journey from medical training to embracing a lifestyle that balances medicine, motherhood, and travel. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of traveling with young children, her strategies for maintaining family and professional life, and her advocacy for physician wellness and motherhood support through her coaching and podcasting endeavors.

Key Topics Covered:

Introduction to Dr. Luces-Sampson: Her background, career in OB-GYN, and passion for travel and motherhood.

Traveling with Children: Practical tips for traveling with young kids and maintaining routines while on the go.

Balancing Work and Family Life: How Dr. Luces-Sampson navigates her roles as a physician, mother, and entrepreneur, including the use of locum tenens to maintain flexibility.

Support Systems and Outsourcing: The importance of seeking help and creating a support network to manage professional and personal responsibilities.

Future Plans and Lifestyle Goals: Dr. Luces-Sampson's aspirations for a semi-nomadic lifestyle with her family and the importance of prioritizing marital relationships alongside parenting.

Timestamps:

[00:06] Introduction and welcome

[02:42] Dr. Luces-Sampson’s introduction and background

[08:10] Discussing the challenges of traveling with kids and maintaining sleep routines

[16:07] Benefits of having an au pair and tips for integrating one into family travel

[26:03] Strategies for ensuring enjoyable and manageable family vacations

[33:26] The importance of couple's time and managing travel without kids

[39:28] Closing thoughts and where to find Dr. Luces-Sampson online

Mentioned Resources:

Stethoscopes and Strollers Podcast

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