Moms on the Mic with Mariah

Today I'm talking to Shannon about her experience with Cushing's Disease. We talk about her symptoms, how she finally got a diagnosis, and what's next for her. Cushing's Disease and prolactinomas, the tumor I experienced, have very similar symptoms and I found myself relating to so much of her story. My hope is that anyone experiencing this finds comfort in knowing that you are not alone. REMINDER: We are not medical professionals. We are only speaking about our personal experiences. Please consult your doctor. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @momsonthemicwithmariah

Nyeisha is back this week to talk all about her experience parenting her pre-teen daughter! We talk all about attitude, friendship issues, and so much more. I love talking to Nyeisha because she keeps it extremely real, and I think that her advice will help a lot of parents out there who are scared of (or currently experiencing) the pre-teen phase. Follow me on TikTok & Instagram @momsonthemicwithmariah

I'm so excited for this week's episode with Nyeisha. We talk all about what it was like for her to go through a divorce with a young child, as well as how she has maintained a relationship with her stepchildren. We also talk about standing in your power as a woman and doing what is best for you and your kids. Nyeisha is very open and honest, and I think that everyone can get something out of this episode! Follow me on Instagram & TikTok @momsonthemicwithmariah --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, I'm talking to Janelle about her experience working from home and taking care of her toddler. We talk about what it's been like for her to co-parent with a physician who works long shifts, how she maintains a sense of balance, and what her future plans are. If you're considering taking a new remote job while parenting or if you're dating or married to a doctor, this is the episode for you! Follow me on TikTok and Instagram @momsonthemicwithmariah. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, I'm joined Tanya, a licensed midwife, to talk all about birth! We covered it all: free-birthing, why so many hospital births end in c-sections, the importance of doing your research, and SO much more. I hope you all take a lot from this episode because I learned so much! REMINDER: I am not a medical professional. Please consult your doctor for your specific situation. Follow me on TikTok and Instagram: @momsonthemicwithmariah

This is part 2 of my conversation with Maria, who has had two miscarriages. On this episode, we talk about the right and wrong things to say to someone after a miscarriage, how to keep your faith, and what's next for her. I'm so grateful to Maria for coming on and being so honest and blunt about her experiences. REMINDER: We are not medical professionals. We are talking about our personal experiences. Please consult your doctor for your specific case. Follow me on TikTok & Instagram @momsonthemicwithmariah --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is a very special episode with Maria. We're going very in-depth about her journey towards motherhood and her experience thus far with multiple miscarriages. I appreciate Maria's vulnerability and detail here, and I think that if any of you are having fertility struggles, miscarriages, or are just interested in what this all looks like, you should definitely listen. REMINDER: We are not medical professionals. We are simply women sharing our stories. Please consult your doctor for your specific concerns. Follow me on TikTok & Instagram @momsonthemicwithmariah --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week's episode is really special because I'm talking to my mom, Monica, about her experience as a stay-at-home mother. We talk about maintaining your own identity as a mom, finding time for yourself, and why she chose to stay home with us instead of working. It's a really enlightening conversation, and I hope you all take a lot from it. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @momsonthemicwithmariah --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, I'm talking to my friend Kylie about her pregnancy experience. Kylie is a registered nurse and spent her pregnancy working full shifts on her feet all day. We talk all about her previous experience working in labor and delivery and then get into what it has been like for her to keep working during her pregnancy, particularly in the time of Covid. She offers a really interesting perspective, and I'm excited for you all to hear from her! Follow me on TikTok and Instagram @momsonthemicwithmariah --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, Blair is on to talk about her experience doing several rounds of IVF! We talk all about why she and her husband chose IVF in the first place and what you can expect if you're planning on doing the same thing. Blair was extremely honest and open about her feelings and experiences, and I think that this episode will be very interesting for anyone who is thinking of having kids, has gone through IVF, or is currently experiencing trouble conceiving/repeated miscarriages. REMINDER: We aren't medical professionals! Please consult your doctor about your specific situation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is an interesting one that you won't want to miss. This week, I'm joined by Dr. Adjoa Smalls-Mantey, MD, Dphil - a psychiatrist, viral immunologist, and author - to talk all about vaccines. I asked her the hard questions that we all want to know: are they safe for our kids? Are they linked to autism? Should we vaccinate our babies against COVID-19? Dr. Smalls-Mantey is extremely knowledgeable about vaccinations and is busting all of the myths that you may have seen floating around the internet. Check out Dr. Adjoa Smalls-Mantey's children's book on vaccines here: https://amzn.to/3cbHcwO Follow Dr. Adjoa Smalls-Mantey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctoradjoa/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I am so excited for you all to hear this week's episode with Alysha! We are talking all about her struggle with uterine fibroids, as well as her experience with a (we hate this term) "geriatric pregnancy." Alysha is so strong, honest, and great at advocating for herself and her child. I also loved hearing about her positive c-section experience, and I think that if anyone is worried about having a c-section or getting pregnant later in life, this will be a great episode to provide some peace of mind. REMINDER: We are not medical professionals! We are only speaking about our personal experiences. Please consult your doctor for your specific issues. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today I am joined by Christina as she shares her story with miscarriages, genetic testing, IVF, and more. Christina has been so strong and has handled her struggles with complete grace. I'm sure that this episode will help someone out there who has gone through or is currently experiencing a similar situation. Please remember that neither of us are doctors or medical specialists. Please consult your doctor your individual health. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, I'm speaking to Lisa Caputo from Little Village Sleep. Lisa is an Infant & Toddler Sleep Educator, and she has a lot of knowledge and tips to share about infant sleep schedules, why sleep training is not the way to go, and how to get adequate rest as a new parent. I found this episode very insightful, so I hope that this helps any parents out there who are having trouble getting their baby to sleep and coping with developmental leaps and restless nights. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, Hannah is telling her labor and delivery story! Her story is extremely interesting because she gave birth at a birth center with no medication or medical interventions. She even broke her own water. I loved hearing her insight on why she chose to give birth this way and how she advocated for herself. Reminder: We aren't medical professionals. We are simply sharing our stories and perspectives. Please consult your doctor for your specific situation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, I'm talking to Heather about her journey with postpartum depression, anxiety, and the adjustments that women make when we become mothers. We also talk about body image, asking for help, and so much more. Heather keeps it extremely real in this episode, and I hope that you all take as much from it as I did. Follow Heather on Instagram @heather.e.castro --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, I'm talking to pelvic floor physical therapist, Hetali Shah, about regaining pelvic floor muscle strength after delivery. We go over what pelvic floor therapy is, how it can help with prolapse and incontinence, and even how c-sections can require post-delivery therapy. This episode is so informative, and I think that women of all ages (whether you've given birth or not) can greatly benefit from Hetali's knowledge! You can reach out to Hetali with more questions on her Instagram, @hetali_shah92. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today I'm finally sharing my story about my mental health struggles during pregnancy and how I found out that I had a pituitary brain tumor. I am now a couple months tumor-free and my life has changed dramatically for the better. I learned so much from this whole experience, and I hope that sharing it helps someone listening who may be experiencing similar issues. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I'm so excited for you all to hear this week's episode with Allie! She is a stay-at-home AND working mom of an eight-month old. In this episode, we talk about maternity leave, coming back to work after having a baby, and balancing motherhood with work when you aren't going into an office every day. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, I'm chatting with board-certified OBGYN, Dr. Heather Bartos! We talk about pelvic floor training, sex after kids, and so much more. Dr. Bartos keeps it SO real and provides the facts and advice that lots of new parents need. So excited for you all to hear this one! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, I'm talking to Megan about the adjustments she's made after becoming a mother. Being a mom changes you in so many ways, and it was so interesting to hear her perspective. We also talk about hormonal changes, her unique birth experience, and advice she has for new moms. REMINDER: We are not medical professionals! We are just discussing our own personal experiences. Please do not use this podcast in place of medical advice from your own doctor. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is part two of my conversation with Karen! Karen is a mother of 4 and has had a variety of different birth experiences. In part one, we talked about her first pregnancy and giving birth to a baby with cephalocele. Today, we're talking about her c-section experience with her twins and how she was able to have a successful VBAC afterwards. Reminder: we aren't medical professionals! We are only speaking from our own experiences. Please consult your doctor for your specific situation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode, I'm talking to my friend Karen about her struggles with cholestasis during her pregnancy and giving birth to her daughter with a skull complication called encephalocele. We hope that this episode sheds more light on these conditions and teaches you how to be your own advocate and get the support you need during tough times. REMINDER: We aren't medical professionals! We are purely talking about Karen's experience. Please consult your doctor for your specific situation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Denise has given birth twice, and both experiences were VERY different! Today, we're talking about her experience as a single mom vs. with a partner, vaginal birth vs. c-section, and what it's like to carry one baby vs. twins. We also get into some of the discrimination that Black women face in healthcare and what Denise recommends for c-section recovery. There's a lot to unpack in this episode, and Denise is extremely open and honest. Reminder: we are not medical professionals! Please consult your doctor for your specific situation and do not treat this podcast as any sort of medical advice. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is part two of my interview with Nicole! This week, she's telling us all about her experience with gestational diabetes. Around 10% of women struggle with this pregnancy complication, and it's not talked about enough. Listen to learn how she found out she had it, how she manages it, and what it feels like to deal with this issue. As a reminder, we aren't medical professionals! This is just Nicole's personal experience. Please consult with your doctor to learn more. Make sure to rate and review this episode and follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube: @momsonthemicwithmariah. DM me if you'd me to cover a certain topic or if you'd like to be on the show. Thank you for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

For my first episode, I talked with my friend Nicole about her experience with in vitro fertilization AKA IVF. We talk about why she chose IVF and all about the process. This is also part 1 of 2 episodes with Nicole! Stay tuned for next week as we talk about her pregnancy and struggles with gestational diabetes. Special note: we are not medical professionals, and this episode should not be used in place of advice from your doctor. Everyone is different. We're just talking about HER experience. Follow me on @momsonthemicwithmariah on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube and make sure you rate/review this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I'm so excited to finally launch Moms on the Mic with Mariah, a podcast about parenting, pregnancy, and all of the things that people don't talk about. I'm talking to parents about their infertility journeys, birth experiences, and so much more. I'll even talk about the reason I started this podcast in the first place - my pregnancy-induced brain tumor. Make sure you're subscribed and follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @momsonthemicwithmariah so you don't miss a thing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app