Dr. Tara Berner, MD, joins Sarah again to share more of her story, going deeper into details about her journey as a physician and mother, the challenges of starting a family while practicing medicine, the work of balancing family life with a demanding career, and her personal wrestling with the question of contraception. She discusses the beauty of a woman’s natural cycles, the unexpected joy of having more children, and the importance of creating a nurturing family culture. Tara emphasizes the significance of communication in her marriage and the lessons she learned through her experiences, ultimately reflecting on the essence of womanhood and the gift of mutual support she has found in her husband and marriage. 
Other highlights from this episode:

• The need for support and creativity for working moms. 
• How striking a proper balance between family and career was essential for her personal fulfillment.
• The role of faith in her and her husband's family planning decisions.
• How understanding exactly how contraception works and affects women’s bodies helps us make informed choices.
• That understanding a woman’s natural cycle can enhance communication and intimacy in marriage.
• The unexpected blessings that can arise from letting go of control.
• How creating family traditions can foster a strong family culture.
• The essence of womanhood being rooted in comfort and shared experiences.

Dr. Tara Berner is a full-time mom, part-time Family Medicine doctor. She grew up on Bayou Lafourche in South Louisiana, the second of five children to Dr. Claudio & Roseann Guillermo. She graduated with a degree in Chemistry from Loyola University in New Orleans. She met her husband, Augie, at LSU Medical School, who keeps their family well-fed & well-dressed and costumed  (for their annual family picture). 

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