Episode 26: Holiday Expectations for Physician Spouses: Ditch the Date, Ditch the Pressure, Keep the Magic

In this episode, Katie and Kendra talk honestly about navigating holidays in medical families—when schedules rarely match the calendar, traditions shift, and expectations don't go as planned.

Listen If You've Ever Felt…

• Sad or frustrated celebrating without your spouse

• Guilty for not doing "traditional" holidays

• Tired of explaining your family's reality

• Worried your kids are missing out

• Unsure how to create meaning when nothing feels normal

What We Cover

• The mindset shift that removes holiday pressure

• Creating flexible, meaningful traditions

• Splitting celebrations without losing connection

• Quality-over-quantity holiday planning

• Supporting kids without toxic positivity

• Avoiding the "woe is me" spiral

• Why holidays get easier with time and experience

Resources

• "It Gets Better Now" Coaching with Kendra
• Supporting Physician Spouses Community + Resources
• Office Hours: Monthly Meet-up
• Connet with us on Instagram
• Email: [e-mail]