Moms of the Night

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Cait Brown is a wife, mom of two girls, two time c-section mom, and health and wellness partner that helps moms on their postpartum journey simplify their routines and balance grace and discipline to get their best results. She is also the host of the "Am I the Only One?" podcast, and a lover of her french bulldog, bravo, coffee, and Taylor Swift

Today's episode is one that every mama—regardless of where you are in your journey— can relate to: body image. Our body endures so many changes throughout pregnancy and postpartum (both good and bad!) and in today's episode, we dive head first into all of them.  I chatted with Cait Brown, mom of 2, c-section mama, and a health and wellness partner that helps moms on their postpartum journeys to simplify their routines and balance grace and discipline to get their best results. There is so much pressure to "bounce back" after pregnancy, but the only focus is on our bodies. Cait and I discuss ways to shift the mentality in order to feel—and not just look—your best. We also reflect on our own experiences surrounding body image, and how we are working to push back against societal pressures as we raise our kiddos. Follow Cait on Instagram: @_caitbrownLET'S CONNECT: Join our Moms of the Night community on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcastAnd if you're loving the podcast, be sure to drop a 5 star rating and give us a review - it helps us greatly with reaching moms who also need to hear these words!

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Today's Dear Mama Monologue is a bit different from our usual. Today, Cindy Luffred, aka Revealing Soul, leads us through a grounding mediation that is perfect for cutting through the noise of the day-to-day. Play it while you're brushing your teeth or making coffee, and ground yourself with the help of a  spiritual medium. Listen to my full conversation with Cindy in Episode 18 of Moms of the Night Podcast.--Cindy Luffred is a globally recognized spiritual medium and the visionary force behind Revealing Soul. As founder of Revealing Soul and co-host of the Slightly Spiritual podcast Cindy offers a down-to-earth approach to mediumship that feels like an intimate conversation with a dear friend and your cherished loved ones. With over two decades of honing her intuitive gifts, she slices through the noise, connecting with departed loved ones and spirit guides to dispel anxiety and uncertainty, empowering you on your journey to manifest your best life.After spending 11 years in the corporate world, where she excelled in sales for a greeting card company, Cindy bravely took the plunge into full-time self-employment five years ago. A passionate coffee enthusiast, wine connoisseur, and devoted horse-mom, she recently returned to the vibrant energy of NYC, where her journey continues to unfold.Connect with Cindy on Instagram at @revealingsoul 

Today's episode is a bit different from my typical conversations, but it's just as impactful. In this episode, I chat with Cindy Luffred aka: Revealing Soul. Cindy is a globally recognized spiritual medium. As founder of Revealing Soul and co-host of the Slightly Spiritual podcast, Cindy offers a down-to-earth approach to mediumship that feels like an intimate conversation with a dear friend and your cherished loved ones. Although I have had great personal experiences with mediums throughout my motherhood journey, this is not a reading. Instead, Cindy walks us through what a medium is and what they can do for you and your family. She answers lots of my questions about how readings work, how to use them in your motherhood journey, and how to look for signs from loved ones in your daily life. At the end of the episode, Cindy leads a short, grounding meditation, and shares ways to encourage and validate your own intuition, as well as your kids'. If you've ever been curious about spirituality, mediums or your own intuition, this episode is a fantastic way to immerse yourself! Connect with Cindy on Instagram at @revealingsoulLET'S CONNECT: Join our Moms of the Night community on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcastAnd if you're loving the podcast, be sure to drop a 5 star rating and give us a review - it helps us greatly with reaching moms who also need to hear these words!

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Listen to my full conversation with Taylor in Episode 17 of Moms of the Night Podcast.Taylor Cole is a Wife, Mother of 3 and Functional Holistic Nutritionist. When Taylor is not running around with her 3 young babies you can find her empowering women to support their foundations of health through functional testing and going back to basics with whole foods and mindfulness.

On today's episode, I chat with Taylor Cole about the decision that every mama has to make: whether to have more kids and continue to grow your family. Taylor  is a wife, mother of 3 and a Functional Holistic Nutritionist, who recently made the decision with her husband that their latest baby is their last. Together, we talk through this decision  and the wide range of emotions that come with it. She also shares the hilarious story of telling her husband that she was pregnant (unexpectedly!) for the third time. Throughout the episode I also reflect on my own family and the process of deciding whether or not to expand our family. Taylor and I work through it all— both good and bad—and discuss all of the factors that can influence us as mamas to make this decision. LET'S CONNECT: Join our Moms of the Night community on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcastAnd if you're loving the podcast, be sure to drop a 5 star rating and give us a review - it helps us greatly with reaching moms who also need to hear these words!

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Listen to my full conversation with Lauren in Episode 16 of Moms of the Night PodcastLauren Golden is an award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, speaker and coach whose mission is to help one million women take their next step of courageous action. From overwhelmed mom with loads of personal debt to multi-million-dollar lifestyle entrepreneur, Lauren's own transparency and resilience has inspired women worldwide and helped them pursue a totally awesome life, one step at a time.As founder and CEO of The Free Mama, Lauren has developed programs that have transformed the lives of tens of thousands of women in dozens of countries across 5 continents, and altered the trajectory of how moms balance family and work. She is a dynamic and sought-after speaker who shares her strategies to make big, bold shifts in life and business, making her a popular choice for events, sharing the stage with the likes of Tony Robbins, Russell Brunson, and Trent Shelton.Laurengolden.com

Get ready to be inspired, Mamas! On today's episode, I chat with Lauren Golden,  an award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, speaker, and coach whose mission is to help  women take their next step of courageous action. By discussing her personal journey of creating the life she once desired, Lauren shares wisdom and encouragement in this episode that I think will resonate with every mama; like how to pursue a career that makes you happy, how to prioritize goals that are important to you, and how to take that leap of faith for your family! As founder and CEO of The Free Mama, Lauren has developed programs that have transformed the lives of tens of thousands of women and altered the trajectory of how moms balance family and work.  Within the episode, we discuss how to make your dreams a reality and the work that needs to be done to get there. We chat about what that life looks like for us, and Lauren dives into the importance of finding time for the things that bring us pease and that make us "us" outside of motherhood—even if it's just watching the sunset each night. Connect with Lauren: Laurengolden.comhttps://www.facebook.com/LaurenGoldenFreeMama/https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefreemamamovement/https://www.youtube.com/c/LaurenGoldenfreemamahttps://www.instagram.com/laurengoldenfreemama/https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurengoldenfreemama/https://www.pinterest.comlaurengoldenfreemama//https://tiktok.com/@laurengoldenfreemama LET'S CONNECT: Join our Moms of the Night community on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcastAnd if you're loving the podcast, be sure to drop a 5 star rating and give us a review - it helps us greatly with reaching moms who also need to hear these words! 

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Listen to my full conversation with Kaitlyn in Episode 15 of Moms of the Night PodcastKaitlyn is a single mom of two who shares the real and raw realities of being a mom. She focuses her content on helping moms be the best version of themselves and not comparing their lives on social media. Connect with Kaitlyn on Instagram or TikTok @honestly.kaitlyn 

On today's episode, I am joined by Kaitlyn Nilles, who shares her honest story of separation, divorce, co-parenting and more. As a single parent and child of divorce, Kaitlyn shares her personal experience navigating the tough realities that come with separation, as well as ways that she has cared for herself and her children throughout the journey. While I do not personally relate to being a single parent, I share how I have encountered divorce within my own family, and we discuss the ways that families can take shape in the aftermath of divorce and the importance of stability and showing up. Kaitlyn is a mom of two who shares the real and raw realities of being a mom online. She focuses her content on helping moms be the best version of themselves and not comparing their lives on social media. In today's episode, we also discuss the ways that honesty can be received online, and how we can accept multiple realities of motherhood. Connect with Kaitlyn on Instagram or TikTok @honestly.kaitlyn LET'S CONNECT: Join our Moms of the Night community on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcastAnd if you're loving the podcast, be sure to drop a 5 star rating and give us a review - it helps us greatly with reaching moms who also need to hear these words!

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Listen to my full conversation with Amy in Episode 14 of Moms of the Night PodcastAmy Kiefer is a RN-BSN, NSCA-CPT, Certified Doula and co-founder of Expecting & Empowered. After starting her personal training career working with pregnant clients, she realized there were far too many misconceptions still floating around. She is on a mission to bring clarity to all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. She is also a mom to 3 little ones who have blessed her with the ability to marry education and personal experience.Connect with Amy at @expectingandempowered 

As mamas, we do so much to prepare for our babies, but one thing we often overlook in our preparation and education is our own recovering bodies. In today's episode, I chat with Amy Kiefer about her own pregnancy and postpartum experiences, and how they influenced her to share her knowledge and resources with others. Amy is an RN-BSN, NSCA-CPT, Certified Doula, and co-founder of Expecting & Empowered. After starting her personal training career working with pregnant clients, she realized there were far too many misconceptions still floating around. Now, she is on a mission to bring clarity to all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. In this episode, we get raw about the physical symptoms of pregnancy and postpartum and the ways that we experienced changes in our bodies and relationships. Diving into our personal experiences, we also talk about advocating for yourself during birth, educating your partner on your needs, and how you can prepare and heal your body in healthy ways.   Connect with Amy at @ameskiefer & @expectingandempowered Use code MOMSOFTHENIGHT to get $5 off your first month or $30 off your first year of the Expecting & Empowered App! Sign up: Subscriptions - Expecting and EmpoweredLET'S CONNECT: Join our Moms of the Night community on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcast. And if you're loving the podcast, be sure to drop a 5 star rating and give us a review — it helps us greatly with reaching moms who also need to hear these words!

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Lauren is a mom of two girls - Madison (3) and Emerson (10 weeks) living in Nashville, Tennessee with her husband. She works part-time as a hospital social worker, with a large part of her career being in oncology. As a way to create community with Jewish moms, she started the @ourshalomhome Instagram account, to connect with Jewish moms, share ideas, and showcase her creativity.Connect with Lauren at @ourshalomhome or @laurendriscoll22

When we talk about the newborn stage, grief, anger, and resentment aren't often words we hear. However, for many mamas with colicky babies (or other difficulties) it can be one of the most trying and difficult times a new mama faces. On today's episode, Lauren Driscoll opens up about her experience with her first baby and shares how it impacted her feelings about motherhood, mental health, and the future of her family. As a part-time social worker who works with families during difficult periods of grieving—a large part of her career being in oncology—she eloquently talks about how grief can become a part of our motherhood journeys—and how we can move forward from it. Lauren is now a mom of two girls - Madison (3) and Emerson (10 weeks). Together, we talk about the transition between one kid and two, and how it can change the way we view ourselves and our motherhood journeys. As always, I am a big cheerleader for any type of community that helps mamas feel seen, heard, and validated. As a way to create a community with Jewish moms, Lauren started the @ourshalomhome Instagram account, to connect with Jewish moms, share ideas, and showcase her creativity.Connect with Lauren at @ourshalomhome or @laurendriscoll22LET'S CONNECT: Join our Moms of the Night community on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcastAnd if you're loving the podcast, be sure to drop a 5 star rating and give us a review - it helps us greatly with reaching moms who also need to hear these words!

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Jess Hull is a former Facebook and Google executive who founded Mother Me, which is an app, online course, and support framework for successful women who want to do more than just survive their postpartum. The system she developed is called The Mother Me Method and it's based on the science and data of Matrescence as well as incorporating global perspectives on how other countries and cultures support postpartum women.Jess approaches her work more from an academic standpoint vs. a clinical perspective. She has done extensive research on matrescence and maternal health and seeks practical solutions that can help busy women. Known for her enthusiasm, humor and compelling speaking, Jess resonates with so many women because she combines her passion for sharing a data driven approach with her personal experiences and her ability to relate to the universal challenges and joys of motherhood.In her research and in her experience, Jess often felt that moms and their wellbeing were an afterthought.  It's what motivated her to start her company and name it Mother Me - as a call to action to recognize that moms need and deserve the same love and care we so instinctually give to our newborns.If you're interested in working with Jess to feel more informed, prepared, supported and excited for your postpartum, visit www.motherme.io 

In today's episode, Jess Hull and I talk about all things matrescence, or the process and journey of becoming a mother. As mamas, we take so much time to educate ourselves about our children and make sure that all of their needs are met, but we often forget to treat ourselves with the same kind of care. Jess created Mother Me, an app, online course, and support framework for successful women who want to do more than just survive their postpartum for that reason. Jess Hull is a former Facebook and Google executive. The system she developed is called The Mother Me Method and it's based on the science and data of Matrescence as well as incorporating global perspectives on how other countries and cultures support postpartum women.Jess approaches her work more from an academic standpoint vs. a clinical perspective. She has done extensive research on matrescence and maternal health and seeks practical solutions that can help busy women. Known for her enthusiasm, humor and compelling speaking, Jess resonates with so many women because she combines her passion for sharing a data driven approach with her personal experiences and her ability to relate to the universal challenges and joys of motherhood.In her research and in her experience, Jess often felt that moms and their wellbeing were an afterthought.  It's what motivated her to start her company and name it Mother Me - as a call to action to recognize that moms need and deserve the same love and care we so instinctually give to our newborns.While reflecting on our own motherhood and matrescence journeys, Jess and I talk about the expectations vs realities of motherhood, how birth order and differing pregnancy experiences can affect the choices that we make about our familes, and how to start giving ourselves the grace that we need.If you're interested in working with Jess to feel more informed, prepared, supported and excited for your postpartum, visit www.motherme.io LET'S CONNECT: Join our Moms of the Night community on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcastAnd if you're loving the podcast, be sure to drop a 5 star rating and give us a review - it helps us greatly with reaching moms who also need to hear these words!THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS:Better Beginnings provides birth and postpartum doula services, in-home lactation support, classes, and more to families welcoming new babies, serving parents in-person in the Twin Cities, Duluth, and Rochester Minnesota communities, and providing resources and support virtually all over the world.Visit betterbeginningsmn.com to learn more.

In today's emotional episode, I got to chat with Taylor Gawryluk, a first-time mama from Bismarck, North Dakota. She shares the story of how she became a medical mama when her then four-month-old son Krew was suddenly rushed to the hospital for feeding issues. After a diagnosis of a rare genetic condition, Taylor and her husband have had to navigate life with a son with a G Tube. While discussing Taylor's journey and the ups and downs that come with being a medical mama, we also chat about labels, and how the ones put on us—either by ourselves or by others—can affect how we approach motherhood. We also talk about the loneliness and isolation that can come from challenging situations, especially medical ones. Join our Moms of the Night community on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcastFollow Taylor on Instagram: @taylor.gawryluk

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Taylor Gawryluk is a first-time mama living in Bismarck, North Dakota with her husband, and 8 month old son, Krew. She is in sales for her family's business and runs a Cycle studio. Taylor's world unexpectedly turned upside down when her son Krew was rushed to be admitted to the hospital for feeding issues, which led to a rare genetic condition diagnosis. As a “medical mom” she is now processing and navigating life with a son with a G Tube.  Taylor's Instagram: @taylor.gawryluk

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Brittany is a mom of 2 littles raising them alongside her husband in a northwest suburb of Minneapolis. She is a lover of Jesus, black coffee and deep conversations. Who lives for her morning rhythms before the family is up.In the midst of the beautiful chaos of motherhood, Brittany, after climbing the corporate ladder for over a decade, is now living out her passion and purpose as the founder & CEO of Unlock Her Co., a transformative coaching brand that creates trusted spaces for high-achieving women and female entrepreneurs to feel seen, heard and empowered to prioritize her well-being and unlock her version of a purposeful life.

In today's episode, I chat with my friend and fellow entrepreneur Brittany Heyboer, the founder & CEO of Unlock Her Co. Being a working Mom comes with a lot of struggle, sadness, and shame—and we talk about it all! As a transformative coaching brand, Unlock Her Co. creates trusted spaces for high-achieving women and female entrepreneurs to feel seen, heard, and empowered to prioritize their well-being and unlock their version of a purposeful life. In the episode, Brittany shares her journey of finding harmony rather than balance, and how to find confidence in the decisions that you make for your family. Whether you are a working mama climbing the corporate ladder, a stay-at-home mom happily spending time with your babies or somewhere in between, today's episode is about embracing your journey and finding ways to achieve the life that you envision for yourself and your family. Join our Moms of the Night community on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcast

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Arden Cartrette is a Birth + Bereavement Doula that specializes in grief associated with pregnancy loss. After her own infertility journey followed by recurrent pregnancy loss, she started a virtual support service for people who have experienced loss at any gestation and who are navigating life after loss. The Miscarriage Doula + Co has served over 1,000 clients to date and provides resources, validation, and information to the miscarriage community.

Miscarriage is never an easy thing to talk about. Nonetheless, these tough conversations need to be had. In this episode, I chat with Arden Cartrette,  a Birth + Bereavement Doula who specializes in grief associated with pregnancy loss. After her own infertility journey followed by recurrent pregnancy loss, she started a virtual support service for people who have experienced loss at any gestation and who are navigating life after loss.Together, we reflect on our own experiences with loss and how that grief can affect almost every aspect of your life—your relationships, the trust you have for your own body, and the ideas you have about the future. We also discuss what it means to be a mom who has gone through or is going through loss, and how to support someone you love who is experiencing it as well. Today's episode can be a hard one to listen to. If you are not in a place where this conversation will serve you, please feel free to tune out. We are here for you, mama, and we will be here to have these conversations when and if you are ready.Get miscarriage support from Arden through @themiscarriagedoula Instagram and The Miscarriage Doula website.Join our community of Moms of the Night on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcast

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Megan is a  Wife, Mama, and Owner/ Designer of MPowHer Collective, a Minneapolis-based mom owned active and loungewear brand! After she became a mom in ‘21, she quickly found none of her go-to brands made her feel comfortable or confident anymore - that's when she began designing apparel for bodies that have been through it all and can do it all. She has learned so much over the last three years navigating all the challenges and blessings of motherhood, business ownership and ultimately reparenting herself. She is incredibly excited to share a bit of her story with you!

Today's conversation is raw, vulnerable, and powerful, as my new friend Megan Perron shares the story of her childhood and the traumas that she endured. Megan is no longer in contact with her parents and is learning to navigate her motherhood journey by reflecting on how her past experiences impact her as a mother, while also learning how to break the generational cycles that so many mamas find themselves in. We also dive into how all relationships—whether they be with our families,  partners, or friends—can change when you become a mother. Megan is a mama, wife, cancer survivor, and business owner who, after becoming a mom in 2021, started designing apparel for bodies that have been through it all. MPowHer Collective is a Minneapolis-based, mom-owned active and loungewear brand that aims to create clothes that everyone can feel comfortable and confident in. This episode is a powerful one, and I know that Megan's story will resonate with a lot of mamas who may be working through childhood traumas of their own. By discussing and reflecting on our pasts, we discuss how we can strive to be the best mamas we can be in the present moment and future. Join our community of Moms of the Night on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcast

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Sam Hall is the creator of the Welcome Mama Journal and Day Planner, a matrescence educator, podcast host, student of motherhood studies, and mom to 2.5-year-old Teddy (and baby due in July). Sam had a difficult entry into motherhood that sparked her desire to inspire change. Sam's mission is to create products and content that help moms take care of themselves, help moms be seen, and help moms enjoy, embrace, and capture the fleeting experience of motherhood. Listen to her full episode on Episode 7 of Moms of the Night Podcast.

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Leighton Keen is a mama currently parenting two 2 and under. She feels like she gets the best of both worlds to be a part time stay at home mom and a part time licensed marriage and family therapist. Her journey with recurrent pregnancy loss led her to specialize in reproductive and maternal mental health to support women walking through their own losses, infertility, challenges during pregnancy postpartum, birth trauma, or those becoming parents by way of adoption. Not a typical thing she shares publicly but relevant for today's conversation, Leighton had a breast reduction prior to her pregnancies and it consequently had an effect on her feeding journeys with both of her daughters. Listen to her full episode on Episode 6 of Moms of the Night Podcast.

In today's episode, my friend Samantha Hall and I break down the expectations of motherhood and discuss how they can make for an isolating and frustrating reality.  We often see the "ideal mother" being described as selfless, which can strip us of any identity outside of motherhood and hold us back from showing up for our families in the best way we can. Sam Hall is the creator of the Welcome Mama Journal and Day Planner, a matrescence educator, podcast host, and a student of motherhood studies.  Her mission to create products and content that help moms take care of themselves, help moms be seen, and help moms enjoy, embrace, and capture the fleeting experience of motherhood grew from her own experience of struggling to "do it all" and still be present for her now two-and-a-half-year-old, Teddy. By reflecting on our own experiences, we discuss the pressure to be selfless mamas, and how we can push back against expectations—whether they be society's or our own. Join our community of Moms of the Night on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcast

In today's discussion with my close online friend, Leighton Keen, we both reflect on the ups and downs of our individual and unique feeding journeys. Leighton is a mama currently parenting two under two and is a part-time stay-at-home mom and part-time licensed marriage and family therapist. Her journey with recurrent pregnancy loss led her to specialize in reproductive and maternal mental health to support women walking through their own losses: infertility, challenges during pregnancy postpartum, birth trauma, or those becoming parents by way of adoption.In a raw conversation, we dive into the many emotions of feeding your baby, whether by breast or bottle. Leighton shares that a decision she made at 23 consequently affected her feeding journeys with both of her daughters and reflects on the emotions—shame, guilt, grief—that have been a part of her journey to accept and embrace what is best for her babies and their health. As I take the next step in the feeding journey of my own, we discuss the ways that we can acknowledge and appreciate the ways that we care for our kiddos, and reflect on how we can work through tough emotions that follow the tough decisions that come with feeding so that we can be the best mamas we can be. Join our community of Moms of the Night on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcast

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Abby Ricciardi journey to becoming pregnant wasn't what she had envisioned. She shares what it was like to go through infertility, what her postpartum journey looked like, and even gets vulnerable about the challenges of motherhood when you don't have family nearby. Listen to her full episodes on Episode 4 & 5 of Moms of the Night Podcast.

As promised, here is part two of my conversation with my cousin, Abby. If you haven't listened to the first part of our conversation, be sure to go back and listen to last week's episode before tuning  into this one. This episode is jam packed with perspective shifting and life altering experiences that Abby has lived through. She chats with us about what it is like living in Israel while the country is at war.Abby shares what her current reality is and how that has affected her as a mom. She shares insight on things like how rockets are considered “normal” in Israel, how bomb shelters are a “normal” part of playgrounds there, and how they even have a safe room in their house. Abby goes into details on the moment she received a video from a friend on October 7th of Hamas terrorists infiltrating Israel from the sea, which is only about an hour away from where they live.After about a year and a half of living in Israel, Abby comes back to the United States, and shares what it has been like being back and if she ever became desensitized to things like rockets infiltrating the airspace in Israel. At the end of the day, the biggest thing that Abby takes away from living in a country at war is that we all want the same thins; for our children to be safe.Follow the Moms of the Night Podcast on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcast

This is a very special episode because it is with my cousin, Abby Ricciardi. Growing up our families were super close. Abby and I went to daycare together and basically grew up together. However, our motherhood journey's have looked very different. Before we sat down for this in-person interview, we realized that it had been over three and a half years since we had seen each other in person. In today's conversation you'll hear us catch up on what life has been like for Abby over the past almost four years including her moving all over the place and eventually settling down where she is at now; Israel. Abby shares what it was like to find out two of her wildest dreams were coming true simultaneously; she was both pregnant and moving to the city of her dreams. However, Abby's journey to becoming pregnant wasn't what she had envisioned. She shares what it was like to go through infertility, what her postpartum journey looked like, and even gets vulnerable about the challenges of motherhood when you don't have family nearby. And be sure to stay tuned for next week's episode which will be part two of my conversation with Abby. We will dive more deeply into what her lifestyle currently looks like raising a toddler in a foreign country.Follow the Moms of the Night Podcast on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcast

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Sara is not only a mama to two little ones, she is also a podcaster and personality who resides in Florida. In June of 2020, Sara and co-host Natalie Buck started a podcast called CAUSING A SCENE where the two discuss recent television series and films.Listen to her full episode in Episode 3 of Moms of the Night Podcast.

This is an episode I didn't even know I needed at the moment we recorded it. I'll be honest, being a mom of two under two right now is a lot. Today I sat down with Sara Gretzky who is also a mom of two and our kiddos are almost the exact same ages. She and I had an awesome conversation around what it's like to have two children so close in age, which transition was hardest for us; zero to one or one to two, and the saturation of information on social media these days.Sara is not only a mom she is also a podcaster and personality who resides in Florida. In June of 2020, Sara and Natalie Buck started a podcast called CAUSING A SCENE where the two discuss recent television series and films. They discuss what they loved, what they didn't love, and the type of people who would enjoy it. In my conversation with Sara, she touches on what it felt like after trying so hard to conceive a first child and then so easily getting pregnant the second time. She felt guilt and kept it from others for almost five months. Sara used to hate the girls who could just get pregnant on a whim and now she was one of them. We also touch on how in today's society with the overload of information we are presented with on social media, trusting your intuition can be hard as a first time mom. Sara explains that the way she is able to shut out some of the noise is to set, and stick to, some firm boundaries which, she'll admit, is easier this second time around.Follow the Moms of the Night Podcast on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcastListen to the Causing a Scene PodcastFollow Sara on Instagram - @saragretzkyFollow the Causing a Scene Podcast on Instagram - @causingascenepod

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.Katy Huie Harrison is a PhD, author, mom, loss mom, and the founder of Undefining Motherhood. She helps moms through the tough transitions of all stages of motherhood by providing reliable, easy to understand, and judgment free information.Listen to her full episode in Episode 2 of Moms of the Night Podcast. 

Today's discussion with my friend, Katy Huie Harrison, is a vulnerable one where we both get real on our own personal experiences with postpartum anxiety. Katy is a PhD, author, mom, loss mom, and the founder of Undefining Motherhood. She helps moms through the tough transitions of all stages of motherhood by providing reliable, easy to understand, and judgment free information.Katy shares the moment that she realized she had postpartum anxiety and explains that oftentimes parents who struggle with infertility or miscarriage tend to suffer more from postpartum mood disorders. Katy even shares the story of when she thought that she might have made a mistake by having a child. If you've been there, or have had similar thoughts, Katy's relatability and honesty will make you feel less alone.We touch on what it's like if you're partner might be going through a tough time postpartum, what the word matrescence means and why we aren't as familiar with it, and how it's okay if you don't feel that overwhelming sense of love and joy the moment your baby first touches your chest.Follow the Moms of the Night Podcast on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcastKaty's Pregnancy PlannerFollow Katy on Instagram - @undefininingmotherhoodundefiningmotherhood.com

Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments.I am your host, Niki DeConcini. I am just your average mom from Minnesota who had this message in her heart and wanted to create this space where moms can have real, raw conversations about motherhood. Especially in those middle of the night moments, when you might be thinking, “how am I going to make it through this?” This podcast is a sacred space where we are going to release judgment and share stories. I want this podcast to be a space where you can escape to when the outside noise and opinions get to be too much. If this little passion project of mine can help just one mama out there, then this podcast will be fulfilling my biggest dreams. 

Welcome to episode one of the Moms of the Night Podcast! I can't believe we are actually here. I am your host, Niki DeConcini. I am just your average mom from Minnesota who had this message in her heart and wanted to create this space where moms can have real, raw conversations about motherhood. Especially in those middle of the night moments, when you might be thinking, “how am I going to make it through this?” This podcast is a sacred space where we are going to release judgment and share stories. I want this podcast to be a space where you can escape to when the outside noise and opinions get to be too much.In this first episode, I share my own journey of how my husband and I became parents. And as someone who likes to plan ahead and considers herself a self-proclaimed control freak, it was not the journey I had hoped for. I also go into details on the gut-wrenching loss of my own mom when I was just five weeks postpartum. And finally, I explain how the idea for Moms of the Night came to be.If this little passion project of mine can help just one mama out there, then this podcast will be fulfilling my biggest dreams. If you know of a mama who is in the thick of early motherhood, and might be feeling so isolated and alone, please share this episode with her. Thank you so much for being on this journey with me and if you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate or review it wherever you listen to podcasts!Follow the Moms of the Night Podcast on Instagram: @momsofthenightpodcast

Welcome to the “Moms of the Night” podcast where Niki DeConcini -  just your average, everyday mom - is on a mission to combat loneliness in motherhood, especially during those middle of  the night hours. If you've ever found yourself searching for solidarity, encouraging words, or just some companionship when motherhood feels too much, you've come to the right place. Each week, join Niki and fellow moms - some from this community and others you may even recognize - as they sit in solidarity, sharing vulnerable & relatable stories about motherhood. No experts, no "we know best" advice—just heartfelt conversations, encouragement, and the reminder that you're not alone. Subscribe now to feel heard, seen and uplifted.Launching January 4th, with new episodes dropping every Thursday!We're creating a really special community over on the @momsofthenightpodcast Instagram! You can follow along there for episode drops, behind the scenes info, inspiring content, and soon - a space for us to connect on a deeper level. It's also where you can find a link to apply to be a guest on the podcast!