Feb 11 2025 56 mins
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In this deeply moving episode, Jillian Cajigas, mom of one, joins Reesa Morala, LMFT, to share her emotional journey through pregnancy loss, high-risk pregnancy, and early sobriety. Jillian opens up about her struggles with uterus didelphys, the grief of a prior miscarriage, and the overwhelming feeling that her body had failed her. She reflects on how she navigated mental health challenges, found support, and worked toward healing while preparing to welcome her child.
As they discuss parenting resilience, loss, and emotional recovery, Jillian also shares her go-to Korean Beef recipe—a flavorful and comforting dish perfect for busy parents looking to create meaningful moments around the dinner table.
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Keto Korean Ground Beef Bowl Recipe
Credit: https://lowcarbyum.com/korean-beef-paleo-recipe/
INGREDIENTS:
1 tablespoon sesame oil or olive oil
1 ¼ pound lean ground beef
3 cloves garlic minced
½ teaspoon SweetLeaf stevia drops
½ teaspoon blackstrap molasses can be left out or replaced with a low carb sweetener
¼ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos for paleo
½ teaspoon fresh ginger minced or a couple dashes ground ginger
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper I like it spicy, use less if desired
1 bunch green onions sliced
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and brown ground beef with garlic in the oil. Drain off fat.
2. Add stevia, molasses, soy sauce, ginger, and red pepper.
3. Simmer and stir for a few minutes to blend seasonings.
4. Serve over cauliflower rice and top with sliced green onions.
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Host: Reesa Morala, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Reesa is a couples counselor for parents providing therapy in person in Murrieta, CA and virtual couples therapy in California. Find Reesa hosting couples and parenting workshops nationwide!
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