Motherload Podcast

*Trigger warning: This episode contains details about infant loss.* Today I talked to Nicole Haglund about infant loss awareness. Nicole's son Noah was diagnosed with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS) at the 20-week ultrasound. Nicole talks about her journey of birthing, loving, and caring for her son Noah for a month before his passing. We dive into her experience in the hospital and how her astounding faith has carried her through. Learn how to best support those in your life who have experienced loss on any level. As heavy as this topic may be, you will leave this episode with hope in your mind and faith in your heart.

The Motherload with Sober Sister Lauren Murray Part 2 by Leslie Loewe

How did you chose your child's pediatrician? Was it based on aligned values? A likeminded approach to wellness and overall health? If your anything like me, it was nothing of the sort. I pointed to a random name on a long list, as I lay in the hospital bed after the birth of my first daughter. "Yup, that one will do"! It wasn't until my needs weren't being met, and questions I had weren't getting the answers I desired, that I had to seek out something different. Insert Dr. Sue. Today we are talking to mother of three, pediatric physician; Dr. Sue McCreadie. She is a pillar of health and wellness herself, with two decades of knowledge and experience. She radiates joy, love and energy. Let's ask all the questions, so that we mothers and our children can do the same! ****potentially sensitive content; child loss

The word PERFECT. What does that bring up for you when you hear it? Does it make you want to push it away? Do you imagine something beautiful, or done just so?Maybe it makes you get antsy and anxious inside. My immediate reaction to the word is; it doesn't exist. I don't aspire for perfection, nor do I want it for my children…YET it has plagued me.It has been a part of my thinking for a very long time. No one ever told me I had to be perfect in any way.Actually, I think they might have even told me the opposite.Yet I received a lot of messaging about it growing up.The better the grades, the more A's; the greater the reward and recognition. The better I performed or did anything really well, the chance of being made fun on by my peers, was much less. The better I looked, the more positive reinforcement I got. The more you can do anything well (aka PERFECT) the better off you are. This messaging mixed with my genetic pre-disposition, let me to a crippling place. A place where doing things got hard…the big things? Even harder and impossible at times. Today I'm diving into my own experience with perfectionist thinking. If you have experienced some of the same, I hope that by listening you might feel less alone, inspired to dig in and maybe learn more about it. Maybe you could start to practice new thoughts and behaviors, and go about your way on a more authentic path of ease and connection.

On todays episode of the Motherload, we talk to Rosa Lee. She is a mother of 4, owner of kids clothing boutique My Urban Toddler, and friend and supporter of many. Have the long lonely days of motherhood left you wanting something more? This is exactly what prompted Rosa to dream of a space where mothers could come with their children, to shop and connect. 16 year later Urban Toddler has a beautiful curated store front. It has a thriving on line presence that's on the cutting edge of retail technology, and Rosa is an empowered female community leader and mentor. Rosa's story answers the question; "what could come from a business idea, that grew from the need in a mothers heart"?

On todays episode of the Motherload podcast, Lauren and I will talk about mommy wine culture. What exactly is it?... why it's so prevalent and encouraged. Also we will talk about our sobriety stories. I know we have all woken up with a hangover before and said "I'm never drinking again" but what about all of the in between times, where we aren't losing control, and bad things aren't happening...but we know we aren't sleeping well, eating well, feeling our best. Have you ever stopped to think, this really doesn't serve me?

Mothers are told, we are doing the most important job in the world…yet there is no formal training, no bonuses, vacation or pay. There is no ongoing education, or coaching. There are no motivational speakers that come in to encourage us when things get tough.This journey of motherhood is isolating, yet I know that we are united by these needs and desires as mothers. Through listening to this podcast, I want women to feel seen and heard. Through sharing our truth, and authentic stories we can give validation and inspiration to one another. We can provide insight and This is not a “look at me” journey, but a “come with me journey. We can only change these societal norms and limiting beliefs for mothers, together.

Today we talk to mother of 3, Amanda Fata. She is the founder and sole owner of Nuvita CBD. Have you ever wondered if using CBD could be right for you? Is it safe? What's it used for? How do you know if your getting a quality product? We will answer these questions, and much more today on the Motherload.

Dear Mommas, Today I write an open letter to mothers everywhere. It is my hope that this will be a way that you can get to know me, my voice, and the reason I am starting this podcast. I will write and speak on what I know; the highs and lows of motherhood. I want to connect with you, the listener. I know that I feel best when I have a community of women for support and inspiration. I know that you will too. We journey together.