Mastering Motherhood Podcast

This episode is all about pumping! This episode covers the basics of choosing the right breast pump and accessories to how to pump.Pumping can be so intimidating, but with these tips and a little practice, you'll be a pro in no time!For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

Anyone else think friendship is complicated after becoming a mother? You lose some friends, gain some others. But then there is the judgement and jealousy that goes along with having mom friends.For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

Are birth plans worth it? How do I make one? What should be included?All of your birth plan questions answered. This episode also walks you through an exercise to create your very own birth plan and some things you want to consider!For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

Ella Mannix comes on the show to talk about her own fertility journey, going through IVF and giving birth to her first child in her 40s. From preparing her mind and body to egg extraction to giving birth and founding the All About Fertility Podcast to break stigmas and raise awareness around fertility, Ella's story is so special.Link to Ella's podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-about-fertility-podcast/id1508868330For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

How are you celebrating your Mother's Day during these crazy times? Post your Mother's Day pics and tag @masteringmotherhoodpodcast on social media!In this special Mother's Day episode, hear from two people talking about how special their mothers are as well as a special Mother's Day poem.Today's guests were:Umang Kochar - his podcast is Fitness Routine by Umang Kochar IndiaNatalie Cheung - her podcast is Yellow Bee PodAndrea Hope - link to her book of poetry: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086Q86ZCW/For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

In this episode of the podcast, Jessica Temple shares her pregnancy stories and experiences with an ectopic pregnancy, Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) and preeclampsia. Jessica also talks about her family, being a mom to kiddos with special needs as well as additional resources for parents of kids with special needs.Link to Jessica's podcast, Thriving in the Midst of Chaos:https://midstofchaospod.comFor more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

This episode is all about sleep! From Finland's baby box to Baby Box Company's take on it and incentives for new parents in the US, there are several initiatives to help new parents and educate them on safe sleep.For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

Being pregnant and thinking about labor and delivery can be very stressful. In this birth story, Nicoll shares her experience giving birth to her son in a hospital, with an epidural. Spoiler alert: it was a positive experience. Tune in and learn that your body is amazing and there's nothing to be scared of!For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

In this episode, Samantha comes on the show to share her experience with Postpartum Depression and talk about the virtual support group that she co-created, Fiercely Postpartum Tribe, to help new moms through that tough recovery period after Baby is born.Samantha's links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fiercelypostpartumFiercely Postpartum Tribe Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/488893255073803/A book she wrote on the fourth trimester: https://www.amazon.com/Fourth-Trimester-Postpartum-Depression-Guide-ebook/dp/B08364524Z/For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

Social distancing has suddenly left us with much more family time than usual. What's the best way to take advantage of it? By reading to your babies! Help develop those language and literacy skills early, and enjoy the extra bonding time.The article referenced in the episode can be found here:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/brain-waves/201705/the-magic-reading-aloud-babiesFor more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

It's not something we talk about a whole lot, but have you ever felt resentment toward your partner or even your kids? In this episode, Rachel Bailey comes on the show to talk about how those feelings of resentment are normal and how we can work through them.Find Rachel here:Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-parenting-long-game/id1474398539Website: http://rachel-bailey.com/ Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/rachelbailey Facebook: https://facebook.com/rachelbaileyparentingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelbaileyparenting/ For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

From wider hips to stretchier skin, your post-baby body probably looks a little different than it did pre-pregnancy.This episode is all about adjusting to your new look, recognizing that it's not always easy, and remembering the incredible things that it has done.For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

Phthalates, parabens and nitrites, oh my! Our food, skincare and other household products are riddled with toxins and we don't even know it!In this episode, our guest, Cristy, talks all about those unhealthy hormones and toxins and how we can avoid them in order to keep ourselves and our babies healthy.Learn what ingredients to avoid, how to pack a safe lunch and more!For more on Cristy, visit:AlaskaMomLife.comBlueVeilWellness.comThe website she mentioned to find the dirty dozen is:EWG.orgFor more on the summit she mentioned:https://thrivingmomproject.com/?fbclid=IwAR2vKgMBvQBF6Wi4eudwxE-YT9jZMv1mG0uLRCl7VkIWzvskXAHQSKt5J8AFor more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

In this episode, Holly, creator of This Toddler Life, talks about Montessori education, what it is, and bringing it into your home.Holly's website, ThisToddlierLife.com, is a great resource to get started with Montessori. She also has a membership group, which can be found here: members.thistoddlerlife.com/waitlistFor more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

In this episode, Rachel, and early intervention teacher and parenting coach, and owner of Explore Kid Talk, joins the show to talk about encouraging language development in babies and toddlers.For more on Rachel, please visit her website and Facebook group:https://www.explorekidtalk.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/722080718265486/For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

I get so many messages from moms who want to start a podcast or earn other passive income. In this episode, I talk to Stefanie Gass, who is a successful entrepreneur and passive income queen! Stef helps other "mompreneurs"create passive income businesses in order to work less, yet make more.She shares her own story and how she achieved success, what passive income could look like and how to overcome your biggest barrier...YOU!For more on Stefanie, see below:Podcast: bit.ly/themompreneurmastermindshowWebsite: stefaniegass.comIG: @stefaniegassFor more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

This episode talks all about working mom problems. From going back to work, to pumping, to traveling for work to missing milestones.For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

In this episode of the show, Kim Raaijmakers talks about her work coaching career moms on how to overcome their mom guilt and start thriving.For more on Kim or to contact her, please visit her website at: https://kimraaijmakers.comFor more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

In this episode, Colleen, mother of six and creator of the YouTube channel, Uncomplicated Motherhood, shares a beautiful home birth story along with her philosophy on simplifying motherhood and empowering women during pregnancy and childbirth.The link to Colleen's YouTube channel is here: https://www.youtube.com/uncomplicatedmotherhoodFor more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

In this episode, Jensine Casey, a pediatric sleep consultant, joins the show to talk all about sleep training. She talks about common sleep problems, debunks sleep myths and talks about her approach when working with families.For more on Jensine or to contact her directly, please visit her website or email her, and definitely follow her on Instagram!https://www.babyoandiconsulting.comJensine@babyoandiconsulting.comhttps://www.instagram.com/babyoandi/For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

This episode of the podcast is about unplanned pregnancy. I got to talk to Courtney, creator of The Unplanned Tiny Hand blog, about her own experience dealing with an unplanned pregnancy, how she struggled to feel connected to the pregnancy, and how she eventually took that experience and created a blog to tell moms that IT'S OKAY to not be excited about being pregnant. Not everybody dreamed of motherhood.For more on Courtney, visit her blog, TheUnplannedTinyHand.com. There you'll also find her free guide and get details on her upcoming guide to newborns book.For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

In this episode I share my favorite baby products. For a full blog post with links to each product, visit the following web page:https://masteringmotherhoodpodcast.com/2019/12/15/best-baby-products-of-2019/For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

Exciting news! Nicoll's Corner Podcast is now operating under a new name: Mastering Motherhood Podcast to better reflect the nature of the content and listeners.In this episode I share more information about the name change and what to expect in the upcoming weeks.For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

We so often hear about postpartum depression and anxiety. But what about PREGNANCY depression and anxiety?In this episode I share my experience telling my doctor about my anxiety and not getting the help I needed from her. I also share how I wish I would have handled it differently as well as some things that worked for me to get that anxiety under control.For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

As if taking a pregnancy test isn't stressful enough, imagine getting a negative result after already thinking you're pregnant.In this episode I talk about my very strange experiences with pregnancy tests either not working at all, or giving me a false negative. Talk about an emotional roller coaster!For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.The period and ovulation tracker I reference in this episode is Clue. Click here for more information.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)

The second you find out you're pregnant you're either thinking about, or being invited to different mom groups. Are they worth it?This episode talks about my experiences with three different mom groups. I share the good, the bad, and the weird mom (every group's got one!).For more on pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood, visit MasteringMotherhoodPodcast.com. Or follow on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.Music from https://filmmusic.io"Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/masteringmotherhoodpodcast)