In her Elephant Journal article, Dr. Katie Stewart reflects on June 24, 2021, the day she gave birth to her child via cesarean section. She explores the profound changes motherhood brought, describing the emotional rollercoaster, unexpected anger, and immense love she experienced. Dr. Stewart emphasizes how her child’s birth also marked a personal rebirth, forcing her to confront new limits and desires. She highlights the complexities of balancing her new identity as a mother with her personal ambitions and former life.