Podcasts about motherhood

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Pornography exposure is happening younger and more often than most parents realize, and it's affecting both boys and girls. In this episode, Karen and Erin Mashaw are joined by returning guest Kristen Jenson, author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, for a practical conversation about what to do when your child has been exposed to pornography.If you've been avoiding this awkward conversation, today's discussion will motivate you and equip you to help your child navigate this topic.Episode Recap:We want our kids to have a plan to reject pornography when they see it (1:30)Parents underestimate kids' negative online exposure (3:30)Your kid is not bad because they are curious about sex (6:00)Girls' exposure to pornography is often through literature (8:10)Take time to compose yourself before responding (13:50)Don't blame yourself (18:00)These conversations help arm our kids against the influence of porn (22:00)Your child deserves to be prepared (27:00)Scripture: Psalm 119:9 (NIV) "How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word."Discussion Questions: What emotions come up when you think about having conversations about pornography with your children?What practical steps has your family taken to create open communication around technology and online safety?What would it look like for your home to be a safe place for difficult conversations?Resources:Register for the SOAR Conference today. Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderPick up a copy of Good Pictures Bad Pictures or Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Guide for GirlsArm yourself with free anti-pornography resources at Defend Young MindsConnect with Kristen online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DefendYM/Instagram: @defendyoungmindsX: @defendYMLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/defend-young-mindsWant More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk+, Kristen explains what's happening in a child's brain after pornography exposure, why these images can become "sticky," and how parents can help prevent repeated viewing from becoming a long-term struggle. Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.

Ellen Skrmetti is a comedian, author, and viral storyteller from Ripley, Mississippi, now based in Birmingham, Alabama. She first broke through with her "If the Queen Died in the South" series on Instagram, followed by her beloved "Hey Jesus, It's Me" videos, short, sharp sketches about faith, family, and Southern life that have been viewed millions of times. Her debut book, Hey Jesus, It's Me, is out now from Hachette. Ellen joins Kate to talk about growing up in small-town Mississippi, the unconventional path from beauty pageants and stage fright to going viral during the pandemic, and why bold prayers and belly laughs go hand in hand. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Summer Reading List: https://katecasey.substack.com/p/books-i-cant-stop-talking-about-this Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Vanity Fair Article: https://www.vanityfair.com/culture/story/martha-moxleys-diary?srsltid=AfmBOor1AVadYxDg9mPddfhreQOMcCE-M3FQtvB2IDV4jg5s9TFwJTo9See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zul Rodriguez: Cerebral Palsy, Highschool Drop Out, Teen Pregnancy, Motherhood, CHISME & MORE! Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play, or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hily.go.link/yDhNz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ •Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/NochedePendejadasPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ •If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/NochedePendejadasPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Alannized on IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Alannized on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Alannized on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bestselling author Kennedy Ryan joins Jenna for a heartfelt conversation about finding her purpose later in life, writing romance novels that tackle real-world issues, and why every person deserves a love story filled with radical acceptance. Kennedy opens up about motherhood, faith, advocacy, her journey to becoming a bestselling author at 40, and the exciting adaptation of her beloved Skyland series for television. Plus, she shares how her readers have inspired her and how her books are helping readers feel seen, understood, and empowered. Listen to more episodes of Open Book with Jenna and subscribe for new conversations every week Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are so busy with so many things of the world, our family, and of keeping our heads above water, that I wonder if we spend time thinking about who we are - how we want to be remembered by our husband, children, family, and friends.In this episode, I talk about how my mom's recent death made me stop and think about how I would like to be remembered.Take time, today, to commit to the woman, the wife, the mother, the grandmother, and friend that you would like to be.Everything else in life is of little importance.  How do you want to be remembered?Check out my free resources on marriage, parenting, home management, and faith life/mindset at janetquinlan.comFollow me on Instagram @janetquinlancoaching

What if motherhood wasn't something to survive, manage, or balance but an initiation designed to transform you? In this episode, Cait sits down with bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Rising Woman, Sheleana Aiyana, to explore the profound spiritual journey of motherhood, healing, and self-reclamation. From a childhood marked by trauma and adversity to building a global movement that has impacted millions of women, Sheleana shares how her own healing journey became the foundation for her life's work. Together, Cait and Sheleana discuss the ways motherhood dismantles our illusions of control, invites us into deeper authenticity, and creates opportunities to heal generations of inherited patterns. They discuss the cultural pressure women face to "find themselves again" after becoming mothers, and why Sheleana believes allowing yourself to be transformed by motherhood may be one of the greatest gifts available to women. This conversation is a powerful invitation to stop resisting the metamorphosis of motherhood and instead trust the wisdom of the journey. Tune into hear: Sheleana's extraordinary journey from childhood trauma and addiction to creating the global Rising Woman movement How heartbreak, grief, and healing became the foundation of her life's work Why we always have a choice between bitterness and transformation after pain The spiritual experiences and visions that guided Sheleana's path from an early age What motherhood revealed about control, surrender, and soul contracts The profound lessons Sheleana learned during her daughter's early years How children often become catalysts for healing our own attachment wounds Why motherhood can be one of the deepest spiritual initiations a woman experiences The cultural fear of "losing yourself" in motherhood—and why that may be missing the point How motherhood invites women into greater authenticity, freedom, and self-trust The difference between spiritual growth with children and without children Why perimenopause and motherhood can both serve as portals into deeper feminine power How nature, gratitude, and simple rituals can help cultivate connection with our children The inspiration behind Sheleana's new children's book, Thank You for This Day Follow Sheleana on Instagram: @sheleanaaiyana Follow Rising Woman: @risingwoman Website: RisingWoman.com Pre-order: Thank You for This Day Explore Sheleana's bestselling book Becoming the One  

In today's podcast I speak with Sheridan Skye and we discuss:- Strength training for pregnant women- Postnatal strength training- How many calories to eat when breastfeeding- How many calories to eat during pregnancy- Overcoming incontinence- Motherhood advice - And more…Get My Free Calorie Calculator Here ► http://bit.ly/freecaloriecalcGet 10% off at Marek Health ► https://marekhealth.com/syattHow to Be a Personal Trainer Podcast ► https://bit.ly/48kp3GUSheridan's IG ► https://www.instagram.com/sheridanskyefitSheridan's Substack ► https://sheridanskyefit.substack.com/

The Share Shed – Sober Awkward Writing Competition Specials - Alcohol, Motherhood and Me - By EmilyEvery Thursday, we're handing the story telling over to you.Over the next few months, Vic will be reading some of the incredible entries from this year's Sober Awkward Writing Competition. Honest, funny, heartbreaking, hopeful, awkward and beautifully human, these stories come from people all over the world who have experienced the ups and downs of changing their relationship with alcohol.Whether you're sober curious, newly alcohol-free, years into recovery, or simply wondering if life might feel better without booze, we hope these stories remind you that you're not alone.Writing has a powerful way of helping us make sense of our lives. It can shine a light on things we've hidden away, help us process difficult experiences, and remind us just how resilient we really are. Plus, it's considerably cheaper than therapy and doesn't require you to wear pants.So grab a cuppa, get comfortable, and join us for this week's Share Shed as Vic tells another story from our amazing community.

Motherhood often comes with a deep desire to protect and hold everything together, but what happens when our children need us to step back? In this first part of a special Rise and Shine episode, Adrienne Gold-Davis introduces the parenting practice of “watch, wait, wonder". Together with Momentum Educators, Ruchi Koval and Jael Toledo explore radical acceptance, parenting anxiety, the instinct to save, solve, fix, and the difference between real safety concerns and fear-driven control. With warmth, honesty, and practical insight, this conversation invites Jewish mothers to consider how letting go can create more connection, resilience, and trust within the family. The Rise & Shine Podcast Series is made possible by the generous support of Bonnie Vozar of Chicago, Illinois. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

Join 4-time Grand Slam Champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down Serena Williams' stunning return to Wimbledon and what fans should realistically expect from the 23-time Grand Slam champion at age 44. Kim shares the unique perspective of a fellow comeback player, explaining the biggest challenges Serena will face and the signs she'll be watching for when Serena steps back onto the grass. The episode also dives into the controversial four-year suspension of former Wimbledon champion Markéta Vondroušová, sparking an honest debate about anti-doping rules, fairness, and player responsibility. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  Sign up for the Served Bracket Challenge! https://served.bracket.tennis/  Blair's Rec: https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/products/E465755-000/00?colorDisplayCode=38&sizeDisplayCode=003&utm_campaign=pmax_new-customer_product_core-t_google_cpc_sales_us_evergreen_en&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&campaignid=20572841432&device=c&network=x&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20566634520&gbraid=0AAAAADwNkrLXPvhC8gYu4XYqPmiBZkLcY&gclid=CjwKCAjw3ejRBhAdEiwADkqPn_iHsT1zJaTWA9ljZkRFzKIAIhfHoDL0K3wOqMU_AZDrxJ1T7Ck2uBoCzYQQAvD_BwE  Kim's Rec: Resistance bands ⏰ TIMESTAMPS:  0:00 Welcome to Love All 2:12 Wimbledon Comes to Central Park 3:24 Henley's Headlines: Markéta Vondroušová's 4-Year Ban 7:33 Kim Reacts to the Vondroušová Suspension 11:23 Is Refusing a Test Worse Than Testing Positive? 17:17 Kim's Own Anti-Doping Scare 20:05 Corentin Moutet's $40,000 Fine 28:14 Angie Kerber's Emotional Farewell 29:36 Andy Murray Joins Jack Draper's Team 32:51 Kim-formation: Serena Williams Is Returning to Wimbledon 35:10 Dream & Nightmare Serena Draws 36:47 Why Serena Has Nothing Left to Prove 37:48 Serena's Biggest Challenge at 44 40:23 Is Serena Here to Win? 40:51 Serena's Possible First-Round Opponents 41:11 Serena, Motherhood & Duck Duck Goose 43:30 Wimbledon Dark Horses & Title Picks 45:39 Rec Room: Kim's Travel Workout Essential 46:32 Blair's Favorite Travel T-Shirt 48:07 Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We love our boomer moms. And our boomer moms are complicated. When Tracy Clark-Flory first told me about her memoir — in which she discovers the half-sister her mother had at age 19, and was forced to give up for adoption — I immediately thought about how so many of our boomer moms' choices were limited in ways we struggle to imagine. No matter how feminist their current politics may be, it doesn't change the fact that so many of them grew up (and became adults) in deeply patriarchal, racist, restrictive, and incredibly anti-sex families and communities. So in this episode, Tracy and I work to activate some deep empathy for boomer moms just generally — but we're also very real about how some of the patterns they couldn't escape have affected their children. We talk about boomer moms who loathe feminism, who've dealt with un-present partners, who struggle with bitterness, who reproduce the criticalness of their own parents, and who really, really want to give gifts. The goal for this episode is empathy that doesn't shy from consequences; became a paid subscriber so you can continue to work through these themes in the comments! Thanks to the sponsors of today's episode: Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at RocketMoney.com/CULTURESTUDY Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/CULTURE Ollie. Feed the Obsession. Go to ollie.com/culture and use code CULTURE to get 70% off your first box! Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to:  https://www.wildalaskan.com/CULTURE Show Notes: Buy My Mother's Daughter here Follow Tracy Clark-Flory's work here Subscribe to Tracy's weekly newsletter on sex, feminism, and pop culture here Listen to her fantastic podcast Dire Straights (with the fantastic Amanda Montei!!) here We're currently looking for your questions for future episodes about: THE NEXUS OF LLMS/A.I. AND CREATIVITY: A.I. Boosters argues that LLMS can free us for more creative endeavors — or "facilitate" our creative work. THOUGHTS???? (This one's with the brilliant Vauhini Vara, whose work grapples with these questions in a way I've never seen before). Hopefully this piece on how A.I. keeps wasting my G-D time will spark some questions on your end. WOMEN'S FITNESS INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX. As our co-host Zoe Rom puts it: "Women are told they need to do fasting, creatine, lifting, fueling, and recovery differently than men. Sometimes the science backs it. More often the "different" is a marketing mechanism: invent a gendered problem, sell a gendered protocol, collect the markup." What's going on here? Where have you seen it, what pisses you off about it... take this wherever you'd like. HOW HAVING A FAMILY BECAME SO DAUNTING (and DIFFICULT). Anna Louie Sussman is coming on the pod to talk about her incredible new book on the feeling of "impossibility" when it comes to contemporary family. We can talk about fertility, cost, equal partnership, affordability, safety, climate grief, so many things. QUITTING. Journalist Lindsay Crouse's forthcoming book asks, "In a world that prizes persistence, when does perseverance work against us?" What are your thoughts, fears, and questions around quitting? What are you struggling to quit? Join the ranks of paid subscribers and get bonus content, access to the discussion threads, ad-free episodes, and the knowledge that you're supporting an indie pod trying to make its way in the world.Got a question to submit, a prompt for Ask Anne Anything, or an idea for a future episode? Tell us here.Catch up on everything else happening in the Culture Study universe here.Transcripts will be available here within 24 hours of publishing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anna Dombkins was 25 years old, when she and her husband happened on a television program about adoption which would completely change their lives. CW: this episode of Conversations discusses adoption.It was a documentary investigating the unimaginable conditions of some orphanages in China.The newly married couple felt compelled to adopt, but because they already had biological children, it was near impossible to adopt in Australia.The newly married couple felt compelled to adopt children who had no other family support, but because they already had biological children, it was near impossible to adopt in Australia.While living in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro for a number of years, Anna saw how many children were coming into local orphanages not because they were unwanted or because their biological parents had died, but because their families simply couldn't afford to take care of them.So, since returning to Australia and becoming a mother to her sixth child, Anna became the founding director of Forever Projects, a charity supporting Tanzanian women in poverty, so they can live independently, care for and keep their babies without having to resort to adoption.Forever Projects has since helped more than 3,000 babies remain with their families.Home Forever: Adoption, hope and the mountains we're all climbing is published by Pepper Press, Fair Play Publishing.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores families, motherhood, fostering, overseas adoption, fatherhood, siblings, blended families, cultural awareness, Australian adoption policy, faith, religion, Christianity, serving the community, marriage, love, intergenerational, grandparents, grief, cancer, Moshi, Forever Angels Baby Home, five under five, lawyers, legal system.

Klô has gone through some big changes since being shortlisted for the Polaris Music Prize in 2021. She wrote her latest album, Abracadabra, after becoming a mother for the first time, which completely changed her relationship to music and the world. Klô joins Tom Power to discuss how she's rediscovering herself as an artist. Plus, she sets up a song, Lettre à une jeune poète, and talks about the challenges of being a francophone musician in Canada.

Motherhood comes with plenty of advice, but some of the most meaningful wisdom often comes from women who are living it every day. In this short and heartfelt solo episode, Amy shares advice gathered from the incredible women behind the scenes of Expecting and Empowered. Beyond creating workouts and supporting the E&E community, these women are moms themselves, each with unique experiences and lessons learned along the way.This special episode is dedicated to the mothers coming behind them, especially those navigating the early days of parenthood. From reminders that you are the best mom for your children to the reassurance that your love doesn't divide but expands with each child you welcome into your family, Amy shares encouragement that every mom needs to hear. The advice from the team also emphasizes the importance of leaning on your village, asking for and accepting help when it's offered, and remembering that you and your partner are on the same team as you raise your young family. No matter what season of motherhood you find yourself in, this episode offers comfort, perspective, and the kind of advice that feels like sitting down with a trusted friend who's a few steps ahead!If you enjoyed listening to this episode, we would love it if you could share it to your Instagram stories and tag us @expectingandempowered. As we like to say, knowledge is power, and we just really want to give more people the information that they may need on their motherhood journey!Links & ResourcesExpecting and Empowered App - Enter code 'PODCAST25' at checkout Expecting and Empowered WebsiteExpecting and Empowered InstagramThis episode was brought to you by the Pivot Ball Change Network.

Lots of people have lots of opinions about what it means to be a "good" Christian girl. But what is simply performance and what is actually based on your relationship with God? Julie Lyles Carr, AllMomDoes host, tackles this complex and layered topic in this episode of the AllMomDoes podcast.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4eDLqcJ 

Dr. Cassidy Freitas grew up watching her mom — a Hispanic judge who fought her way into white male spaces with no margin for error — come home carrying that same no-error version of herself. Her dad pushed straight A's as the path to financial safety. She absorbed all of it. And then she became a mom. She had a plan. A written, formatted, shared-with-her-doctor birth plan. When it fell apart in the operating room — her daughter already here, her husband saying "look at her," and Cassidy turning her face away — the drive that had gotten her through everything else had nothing to offer her. Dr. Cassidy is a therapist and the author of Mom Needs a Moment. In this conversation with Dr. Becky, she traces how perfectionism forms in childhood as a survival strategy, why it works right up until you have a baby, and what it actually looks like to loosen the grip without losing your edge. There's a phrase she comes back to: context is the bridge to compassion. You can't have compassion for the way perfectionism shows up in you as a mom if you don't understand where it came from. * Looking for more support navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and life with a new baby? Good Inside Baby gives you practical tools, scripts, and expert guidance for the moments that can feel most overwhelming in early parenthood. Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible: Ole Henriksen: Use the code DRBECKY30 for 30% off the Banana Bright+ Eye Crème Airbnb: Host your home or book your next stay on Airbnb Coterie: Get 20% off with the code GOODINSIDEBABY20 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is the conversation about the part most founders don't say out loud: the moment you hit the revenue number and feel nothing. Natalie sits down with Jenna Wright — a Pilates studio owner who built a 7-figure business from $1,000 and an air mattress. From the outside, she'd made it. From the inside, she was running at 9% profit, paying herself $80K a year, and calling it — in her own words — a pretty prison. So she did what most founders won't: she dismantled it on purpose. They go inside the math (she was running $1.2M at 9% profit, paying herself $80K/year), the team mutiny that finally broke the model, and the deliberate revenue cut from $1.2M to $650K that tripled her margin to 30%. If you've ever hit the revenue numbers and felt nothing, this episode is the operating system for what comes next. Time Stamps: 07:40 "Tired at a soul level" — the burnout most founders hide 10:00 $1,000 and an air mattress: the rebuild from zero 14:05 $250K to $875K in one year (and the cost it hid) 19:10 The misery beneath success 25:15 The team mutiny that broke the business model 28:33 The math: cutting 4 studios to 2, profit triples 31:50 "Your business will expose every wound you have" 33:00 The 7-day retreat that reorganized everything  40:05 The lessons Jenna is rewriting today Resources + Links: Pre-Order The Freedom-Based Business Method. Follow Jenna: @iam_jennawright Learn more about Jenna's Teacher Training Follow Jenna Wright + Read Her Substack "The Shift" Where She Documents The Scale-Down Publicly Sign Up For Our Free Weekly Newsletter & Get Insights From Natalie Every Single Week On All Things Strategy, Motherhood, Business Growth + More.  Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Send Us A Screenshot & We'll Send You Natalie's 7-Figure Operating System Completely FREE (value $1,997).

Hello Hellooo, time for a solo catch up! Sharing a bit of everything this week: the joy of watching the Knicks' playoff run, mom stuff and the uncertainty that comes with caregiving, the pressures of staying culturally relevant and do I even care about that??? Plus all the sweet things I'm looking forward to, namely Summer in Vermont that is coming up so soon and all the reasons I absolutely can't wait for it! This is a classic mixed bag With Whit solo for your ears, hope you are having a wonderful summer so far! This episode is brought to you by Square and Monarch. If you're starting a business, or running one that deserves better tools, Square helps you sell, manage, and grow without slowing down. Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/withwhitMonarch helps you plan ahead, set goals, and make sure you're actually on track before it's too late to adjust. Use code WITHWHIT at Monarch.com to get your first year of Monarch Core half off at just $50.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Summer doesn't have to be packed with fancy vacations or elaborate plans to be memorable. In this episode, Karen and Emily share simple, practical ways to add more laughter, spontaneity, and fun to your family's everyday moments. From DQ runs to dance-party cleanups, we hope this episode gives you some ideas and encourages you to let go of the pressure and just enjoy your kids this summer! Episode Recap:We're talking about creating fun this summer with your kids (2:02)Does summer feel daunting or fun to you? (4:35)Fun isn't trivial, it creates connection (9:53)It's okay to let your kids be bored (12:10)Ask yourself, “is there a FUN way to do this?” (18:33)Fun is the antidote to anxiety! (20:57)I'm a blue, what if “fun mom” is just not my personality? (22:38)Nothing is ever enough for my kids (26:22)My kids are always bored, no matter what I do (27:11) Scripture:Proverbs 17:22 (NIV) "A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones."Discussion Questions: What are some of your favorite summer memories from childhood?Which ideas from this episode for adding fun into everyday life could you try with your family this week?Do you feel pressure to create a "perfect" summer for your kids? How might that expectation be stealing joy from your family?How does your temperament influence the way you approach fun and play with your children?Resources:Register for the SOAR Conference today. Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderPick up a pack of conversation starters to add some fun to family dinnerWant More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk +, Karen and Emily dive into how temperament affects the way moms experience and create fun at home. They also discuss why cultivating joy and laughter in your home matters in the long run.Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.

Over the weekend, two very different stories about womanhood and motherhood went viral: Emily Ratajkowski's raw reflections on birth, divorce, sexuality, and single motherhood, and the continued cultural debate around Hannah Neeleman of Ballerina Farm, a mother of nine, entrepreneur, and homemaker. In this episode of The Riley Gaines Show, Riley breaks down what these two women represent in today's conversation about feminism, family, identity, and fulfillment. Why is one version of female “agency” often praised, while another is dismissed as regressive or performative? And what message does that send to young women trying to understand marriage, motherhood, career, faith, and purpose? Riley explores the contrast between a life centered on self-definition and one rooted in family, sacrifice, legacy, and contentment — and asks the bigger question: what are we teaching young women to value most? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

America's birth rate has fallen dramatically over the past two decades—but why? Michael speaks with Middlebury College economist Caitlin Myers about her provocative research linking the rise of smartphones to declining fertility. Using the iPhone's early AT&T-exclusive rollout as a natural experiment, Myers argues that smartphones may have fundamentally changed how people socialize, date, and form relationships. The conversation explores loneliness, social media, pornography, and whether technology has reshaped modern life in ways nobody anticipated. Is the smartphone merely correlated with falling birth rates—or could it be a cause? Original air date 23 June 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to the Grief Series, a collection of conversations about the grief woven throughout our lives with some extraordinary women bringing their raw, vulnerable stories to the mic. I hope you see yourself somewhere in these stories.…This episode is for anyone carrying grief that doesn't have an obvious name. My guest, Chrissy Powers, is a therapist, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy practitioner, and someone who has personally held space for me in some of my own deepest healing work. We talk about the grief that lives inside a marriage you're still in, the mourning of watching your children grow up, the loss that comes with deconstructing your religious upbringing, and what it actually takes to feel your way through grief instead of solving your way around it.TOPICS WE EXPLOREComplicated grief vs. the grief we're taught is acceptableGrieving inside a marriage you haven't leftWatching a partner struggle and the ultimatum that protects your familyThe invisible loss of your children growing upOutgrowing a partner who isn't on the same healing pathRaising emotionally literate sons in a culture that discourages itDeconstructing religious upbringing and what it costsFinding a guide, trusting your body, and reclaiming intuitionTHE POINTGrief isn't reserved for death. It lives inside the marriages we stay in, the children we watch grow, and the beliefs we outgrow, and the only way through any of it is to feel it instead of fix it.ABOUT CHRISSYChrissy Powers is a licensed therapist and the founder of Paradigm Wellness Collective, a group practice in Southern California. She's trained in psychedelic somatic therapy and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and has spent over 16 years in practice helping people heal through embodiment, vulnerability, and deep inner work. Her book, Woman Embodied: The Practice of Coming Home to Yourself, releases October 27th.Find her on Instagram @chrissyjpowers and at chrissypowers.com or email her @ chrissypowersmft@gmail.com. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEParadigm Wellness Collectiveparadigmwellnesscollective.com (find a practitioner)Woman Embodied: The Practice of Coming Home to Yourself (Chrissy's book, out October 27th)Work with AshAre you loving it? Send Ash a text! MORE ABOUT ASHI am the definition of duality — I swear like a sailor and break rules like it's my job, but I also hold incredible space for my clients and work my ass off to help them achieve the success they're after. But I'm also here for the non-preneur woman, too. My background in counseling gives me a unique perspective on what it means to show up, serve, & create connection for those who feel like they've never belonged before.LINKS:Become the Regulated WomanGet emails that feel like your best friend (if your best friend was a therapist and actually told you the truth).Use code BB20 to get The Burnout Breakthrough for only $7Follow me on IG (dropping in once a quarter for updates & gossip)Website: ashmcdonaldmentoring.comWork with Ash

Katalin Schäfer is a Hungarian dancer, choreographer, teacher, costume designer, and psychology student whose work bridges Middle Eastern dance, modern fusion, somatic movement, and self-awareness practices. With more than 20 years of international teaching, performing, and judging experience, she is the creator of the NEUture Dance method, a neuroaffirmative approach that integrates movement, body awareness, creativity, and nervous system regulation. Katalin is the director of GoldenScarf Arabic Folklore Dance Theater, founder of numerous artistic and retreat projects, and an award-winning performer whose career has taken her to festivals and events across Europe, North America, and Asia. Currently pursuing a degree in psychology, she combines her extensive dance background with research into neurodiversity, somatic practices, and personal development, helping participants cultivate authentic expression, resilience, and deeper connection through movement.In this episode you will learn about:- How an ADHD and autism diagnosis completely changed Katalin's understanding of herself- Why dance became a healing tool long before she understood the science behind it- The surprising ways neurodivergent traits can become strengths in dance and creativity- The difference between a dance retreat, somatic practice, and actual therapy—and why the distinction matters- The challenges of balancing motherhood, a dance career, university studies, and personal wellbeingShow Notes to this episode:Follow Katalin Schäfer on FB, Instagram, YouTube, and website.Previous interview with Katalin Schäfer:Ep 107. Katalin Schäfer: Accepting Art Instead of Defining ArtDetails the BDE shows and training programs are available at www.JoinBDE.comFollow Iana on Instagram, FB, and Youtube . Check out her online classes and intensives at the Iana Dance Club.Find information on how you can support Ukraine and Ukrainian belly dancers HERE.Podcast: www.ianadance.com/podcast

Why are so many women and girls struggling with identity, confidence, and purpose today? In this episode, Katie sat down with January Donovan, founder of The Woman School, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and mother of eight, for a thoughtful conversation about the challenges facing women in modern culture and what it takes to build a meaningful life. As a school principal and the mother of a middle school daughter, I found much of this conversation deeply relevant. We discuss the messages young women are receiving, the gap between achievement and fulfillment, the role of mentorship and formation, and why many women are looking for something more than what our culture currently offers. Whether you're raising daughters, working with young people, navigating your own personal growth, or simply interested in the conversation around womanhood and culture, January offers a perspective that is both practical and thought-provoking. Learn more about January Donovan and her work:januarydonovan.com Topics discussed: • Raising girls in today's culture • Identity, confidence, and purpose • Mentorship and women's formation • Motherhood and leadership • Faith, culture, and personal development • Building a life of meaning and contribution If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe and share it with someone who would benefit from hearing it. #JanuaryDonovan #TheWomanSchool #WomenAndCulture #RaisingDaughters #Motherhood #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #FaithAndCulture #WomenLeadershiphttps://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85Purposelycatholic.com

In this episode of the Well-Adjusted Mama Podcast, Dr. Laura Brayton sits down with licensed clinical psychologist and perinatal mental health specialist Dr. Nicole Pensak to discuss her new book, "Rattled: How to Calm New Mom Anxiety with the Power of the Postpartum Brain." Motherhood is often portrayed as a joyful experience, but many women find themselves struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, overwhelm, and uncertainty during the postpartum period. Dr. Pensak shares how understanding the unique changes that occur in the postpartum brain can help mothers navigate this transition with greater confidence, resilience, and self-compassion. Together, they explore common challenges new mothers face, the signs of postpartum anxiety, depression, and OCD, and practical tools to support mental and emotional well-being during the perinatal period. About Dr. Nicole Pensak: Nicole Amoyal Pensak, PhD, is a nationally recognized licensed clinical psychologist certified in Perinatal Mental Health. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and OCD and completed her training at Yale School of Medicine, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Pensak owns a private practice in Monmouth County, New Jersey, and serves on the Expert Review Board for Parents magazine. Tune in for an empowering conversation that offers hope, education, and practical support for new and expecting mothers. More from Dr. Pensak: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DRNIKKIPENSAK/ Website: https://www.drnicoleamoyalpensak.com/ For more from Dr. Brayton: If you'd like to learn more about my virtual functional medicine practice, go to https://drlaurabrayton.com/virtual-functional-medicine/ and schedule a complimentary 15 minute discovery call with me. Help more people find our show - leave a rating and review by simply clicking on http://ratethispodcast.com/welladjustedmama. © 2014 - 2026 Dr. Laura Brayton

From Filmmaker to Honest Mum: How Vicki Broadbent Built a Global Brand While Raising Three KidsWhat happens when an award-winning filmmaker becomes one of the world's first parenting bloggers?In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, Samantha sits down with Vicki Broadbent, creator of Honest Mum, author of The Working Mom (formerly Mumboss in the UK), television personality, and advocate for maternal rights.Vicki shares her journey from directing films and television to becoming one of the UK's original digital creators. Together, they discuss the realities of motherhood, imposter syndrome, birth trauma, work-life balance, content creation, and why women need to stop waiting for permission to pursue their dreams.Vicki also opens up about raising three children with a large age gap, recovering from a serious back injury, navigating confidence after motherhood, and writing her newest children's book, Greek Myths: Folktales and Legends.Whether you're a parent, entrepreneur, creator, or simply someone trying to juggle life's many roles, this conversation is packed with wisdom, honesty, and encouragement. In This Episode How motherhood changed Vicki's career trajectory  Why going from zero to one child was the hardest transition  Recovering from a severe back injury while parenting three children  The truth about imposter syndrome and confidence  Why Vicki dislikes the term "mompreneur"  Growing Honest Mum into a globally recognized brand  Building a career during the early days of blogging  The importance of therapy, healing, and self-care  Content creation tips directly from Meta's Creator Program  Social media growth strategies that actually work  Why consistency matters more than perfection  The inspiration behind Greek Myths: Folktales and Legends The myth of Persephone and why it resonates with mothers  Raising confident children while pursuing ambitious goals  Advice for moms who feel overwhelmed and behind Memorable Quotes"You do have to take risks and it's not going to work out all the time—and that's okay.""If you don't live your life, you can't really create.""The biggest jump in motherhood is going from zero to one child.""Creativity is a muscle that requires exercise."Connect with Vicki BroadbentHonest MumHonest MumInstagramInstagram @honestmumBook: Greek Myths, Folktales & LegendsGreek Myths, Folktales & LegendsConnect with The Running Wine MomWebsiteThe Running Wine MomInstagramInstagram @therunningwinemom_

Send us Fan MailWelcome to 365 days of Stay-at-Home Mom Studio Stuff. Whether you stay at home full time with kids or you head into an office, this space is for you. This is where moms can FEEL seen, heard, and understood every step of the way. I'm glad you are here. There is so much to talk about! Motherhood isn't meant to be done alone!If you haven't already, please join me over on Facebook inside The Stay-at-Home Mom Studio to continue the conversation.A little under construction, but you'll also find more content at www.feelingsfitness.com 

Motherhood has a way of exposing wounds that may otherwise have stayed locked away under the surface. In this powerful conversation, Emily sits down with EMDR therapist, coach, and Healing Mothers Club host Danik Bernier to explore the connection between motherhood, intergenerational trauma, and the complex process of breaking family patterns. Together, they unpack why becoming a mother can bring unresolved experiences to the surface, how trauma can live in the body for generations, and why true healing involves more than simply deciding to do things differently.Danik shares her own journey of uncovering generational patterns within her family history, the role of the nervous system in cycle-breaking work, and why creating new patterns can feel just as challenging as letting old ones go.The episode explores:What "cycle breaking" actually means, and why cycle creation is a crucial componentWhy motherhood can act as a portal for healingThe connection between intergenerational trauma and parentingHow trauma and attachment patterns can be passed through generationsThe role of the nervous system in parenting triggers Practical ways to support yourself while raising childrenIf you've ever wondered why certain parenting moments feel bigger than they should, why motherhood can feel unexpectedly triggering, or how to navigate healing while raising children, this conversation offers a compassionate and thought-provoking perspective.

This week on Growing we're discussing a fairly groundbreaking revelation: motherhood is amazing and also, very hard. Possibly the biggest slice of humble pie either of us have ever consumed. One universal truth remains - men could absolutely never.The constant questioning of am I doing enough? Am I doing this right? and the vulnerability that creeps in when comparison enters the chat. Beth reflects on life with the twins and how, with a little hindsight, some parts of this season have felt heavy. It's a lot… but gosh golly, it's worth it.Meanwhile Lil would like to formally acknowledge that she misses the era of spontaneous vinos with girlfriends. And can we all agree we are somehow simultaneously under and overstimulated at once? How is that possible. Science, explain.Beth has a bliss ball recipe to tackle the breastfeeding munchies and is currently loving the surprisingly elite shhhhhh setting on ErgoPouch Drift Away White Noise Machine⁠ — highly recommend giving it a whirl. Lil is recommending house slippers, ignoring the state of your floors, and stocking the freezer with these Shredded Mexican Beef Burritos⁠ because future you deserves support.A little love this week for Sound Slam a brilliant Aussie-created, play-based learning tool. Grounded in the science of reading, it helps little ones develop phonological awareness through connection, play and learning that genuinely feels fun (which frankly is the dream). Perfect for families wanting to build confidence before those school years arrive.As always, thank you Glimmer Girlies. Motherhood can feel enormous, beautiful, relentless and deeply humbling all at once — we see you, and we're so glad you're here

Motherhood has never come with more information, advice, and expectations than it does today. Every scroll through social media offers another parenting expert, another strategy, and another reminder of what we "should" be doing. While access to information can be helpful, it can also leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and wondering if we're ever doing enough.In this powerful conversation, Dr. Morgan Cutlip explores the invisible mental and emotional load that so many moms carry. From managing household responsibilities to regulating emotions, coordinating schedules, and trying to create the perfect childhood, the pressure can feel relentless.We discuss why comparison is a natural human tendency, how expectations formed throughout our lives can quietly shape our parenting, and why unmet expectations often become the roots of resentment. Dr. Morgan shares practical ways to have honest conversations with your partner about parenting pressures and the frustrations that keep surfacing.One of the most meaningful parts of this conversation is the idea of choosing a parenting anchor. Instead of trying to excel in every area, what if you focused on one thing that matters most in this season? Having an anchor gives us something steady to return to when the noise and expectations start pulling us in every direction.Most importantly, this episode is an invitation for moms to share their real stories. When we talk honestly about the challenges, frustrations, and growing pains of motherhood, we help other women realize they are not alone. The more we pull back the curtain on the realities of parenting, the less power shame, guilt, and comparison have over us.If you've ever felt weighed down by the mental load of motherhood, struggled with unrealistic expectations, or wondered if everyone else has it figured out, this conversation is for you. In This Episode We Discuss: The three zones of energy: physical, mental, and emotional Why emotional labor is often the most draining part of motherhood How information overload is making parenting feel harder Expectations, resentment, and relationship challenges after becoming parents Practical conversations couples can have about parenting pressures Choosing a parenting anchor for your current season The concept of intensive mothering and the guilt it creates Raising resilient kids without burning yourself out The power of sharing authentic stories and supporting one another Connect with Dr. Morgan Cutlip:  Website: Dr. Morgan Cutlip  Instagram: Dr. Morgan Cutlip | Mental Load, Marriage and Motherhood (@drmorgancutlip) Links Mentioned:  A Better Share: By Morgan Cutlip [book] Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself [book] The MomCo [mom ministry] Better Share  [quiz] Motherhood Reflection Guide [pdf] Related Episodes: Unpacking Moms' Mental Load :: Dr. Morgan Cutlip [Ep 503] From Overwhelmed to Anchored: Replacing the Lies of Motherhood with God's Truth :: Erica Gwynn [Ep 544] Organize Your Mental Load  :: Laurel Denise [Ep 444] Featured Sponsors:  LifePro: For a limited time, our listeners can get $20 OFF the Waver Vibration Plate plus Free Shipping with code [DMA] at lifeprofitness.com Square: If you're starting a business, or running one that deserves better tools, Square helps you sell, manage, and grow without slowing down. Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/dma. Run your business smarter with Square. Get started today. Green Chef: Head to Greenchef.com/50alone and use code 50alone to get fifty percent off your first month and then twenty percent off for two months. 

Caitlin Flanagan joins the show today, now an official columnist at The Free Press. Flanagan, one of the sharpest essayists working today, spent 35 years in Los Angeles before deciding she'd had enough, and tells Coleman why. The answer says a lot about what progressive governance has done to one of America's great cities. From there they get into territory Flanagan knows well: the state of marriage, the dating crisis, and the case for having children in a culture that has talked itself out of wanting them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Real Sober Mom Erin's childhood revolved around her father's alcohol addiction and she made a promise to herself: that would never be her. Amidst her parents divorce during high school, though, she developed a new opinion: Alcohol felt like it gave her control. And that felt good. From the beginning, Erin knew that she drank differently than others. Once she started she didn't want to stop. And so, she developed a reputation of a party girl, and the party didn't slow down until motherhood. Motherhood gave her a sense of purpose, but as her kids got older and her relationship became more dysfunctional, alcohol crept back into the driver's seat of her life, until she received her second DUI. The probationary period around her DUI resulted in nine months of sobriety, and she truly believed that she could manage alcohol after that. What she didn't know was that the shame and negative effects of alcohol could roar back into her life two-fold. She knew then - she needed a permanent change. Grandmotherhood gave her the final push she needed to change her life. Sobriety for Erin began one day at a time, through faith, community and accountability, and she doesn't regret a single sober day. Every day that she wakes up clear headed is another reminder that she's done the right thing. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Sign up for our next ‘Fresh 30' and ‘Beyond 30' cohorts. Learn more here! Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Join me on Substack: https://suzannewarye.substack.com/Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever felt like you were the only one seeing the truth?Something felt off.The charm didn't sit right.The stories didn't fully add up…But everyone else? Completely pulled in.Almost like they were under a spell.In this episode, we break down the “narcissist spell”—why some people are so convincing, how they draw others in so easily, and why you were able to see what others couldn't.If you've ever questioned your gut, doubted yourself, or looked back and thought how did I miss that?—this episode will hit.Because you didn't imagine it.And you're not the only one who's been there.Follow Previa Alliance!Previa Alliance (@previa.alliance) • Instagram photos and videosPrevia Alliance Podcast (@previapodcast) • Instagram photos and videosKeep the questions coming by sending them to info@previaalliance.com or DM us on Instagram!

A priceless conversation about finding yourself in motherhood with one of our favorite gals, Aja Maria! Aja is a wife, mother of 4 girls, and business owner. She has a wealth of knowledge: from proper nourishment, managing a home, and raising daughters while building a business. You can find Aja sharing her motherhood tips and beautiful preserved bouquets on Instagram @ajamariafloral    Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615   If you've been blessed by our podcast, we ask you to prayerfully consider supporting us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/whatinthedangheck   @Hallowapp get your 3-month free trial at www.hallow.com/whatinthedangheck   @rooted.for.good.skincare Use code DANG10 for 10% off www.rootedforgood.com    @setonhomestudy Use code: WTDH2026 for free shipping through 9/18. The code also waves the new family enrollment fee www.setonhome.org

I sit down with Erica Komisar to talk about divorce, attachment, parenting, and the values shaping modern family life. We explore what current research says about separation and child development, why timing matters when divorce happens, and how early relationships influence who we become as adults. Erica also shares her perspective on motherhood, identity, emotional regulation, and the cultural shifts affecting relationships today. If you're navigating family decisions, raising children, or thinking deeply about what creates a meaningful life, this episode offers plenty to reflect on.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction01:11 - Is Divorce Better Than a Bad Marriage?02:47 - Why Are Divorce and Child-Free Living Being Celebrated?09:06 - Development, Narcissism & Modern Relationships15:45 - The Pressure Between Career and Family16:09 - The Best and Worst Ages for Divorce22:47 - Stability, Attachment & Child Development23:03 - The Research Behind Early Attachment28:56 - Emotional Regulation and the First Three Years35:13 - What Stress Does to Children40:23 - Identity, Motherhood & Modern Culture44:00 - Production, Achievement & Meaning46:16 - Where to Find Erica's Work***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

When a photo of ultra-runner Sophie Power breastfeeding her baby during one of the world's toughest races went viral, millions of people saw a powerful image of motherhood.But few knew the story behind it.In this Motherkind Moment, Sophie shares what was really happening that day. From navigating pregnancy, pelvic floor recovery and breastfeeding, to running 106 miles around Mont Blanc with a three-month-old baby, Sophie reveals the invisible work, planning and determination behind the photograph.What emerges is a powerful conversation about modern motherhood, the mental load, the physical demands of caring for a child and the challenge so many mothers face: how do we continue to pursue our goals while caring for the people we love most?This isn't a story about running. It's a story about redefining strength, challenging outdated systems and proving that motherhood and ambition can exist side by side.You'll LearnThe story behind Sophie's viral breastfeeding photoWhy the image became a symbol of modern motherhoodThe realities of returning to exercise after birthHow mothers carry both the visible and invisible loadWhy motherhood shouldn't mean giving up your ambitionsWhat it means to redefine strength as a motherIf this Moment resonated with you, I'd highly recommend listening to the full episode (linked below). It's a powerful conversation about motherhood, ambition and why women should never have to choose between caring for their children and pursuing their goals.Loved this episode? Watch every full episode on YouTube and subscribe. Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode of Motherkind. It helps more mothers find the show and keeps our community growing.If you enjoyed this episode, you can listen to the full episode - Why Being A Good Mother Might Mean Putting Yourself First Feeling different since becoming a mother? Get clarity on who you're becoming now and download your FREE Matrescence Cheat SheetConnect with Zoe:Follow Zoe on Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTokGet Zoe's Sunday Times bestselling book, 'Motherkind: A New Way to Thrive in a World of Endless Expectations'This Motherkind episode is sponsored by:Headline sponsor Wild Nutrition, the brand raising the bar for women's supplements. Want to feel the Food-Grown difference yourself? Get 50% off for three months at wildnutrition.com/motherkind. Ts and Cs apply.

There are chapters of motherhood we'd rather skip past. The hard ones. The messy ones. But we can't fully appreciate the sacred gift of redemption until we've honestly looked at our need for it. LINKS:Join the Summer Book Club!Download How to Pray God's Word for Your ChildrenFollow Everyday Prayers @MillionPrayingMomsA Prayer for Christ to Transform my Ordinary, Broken, Beautiful Motherhood by Shalene Roberts Reference: Romans 5:8 Prayer: Lord, we come to you broken. We come to you weary from the weight of the smothering rule and the pain of living in the fallen world. Remind us today that our brokenness need not defeat us. Rather, use it to draw us to you. Thank you for the cross. Thank you that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Let the miracle of the empty tomb be the foundation of our motherhood today. Where we are depleted, fill us. Where we are afraid, steady us. Where we are grieving, hold us. And let the resurrection power of Jesus Christ transform our ordinary, broken, beautiful motherhood into something eternal. In Jesus' name, amen. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Today's episode encompasses everything that myself and my guest are- Mothers and Mediums! Alyssa and I talk about: -How she knew she had intuitive abilities growing up -How her clair sets speak differently to her depending on the modality she is practicing- Tarot, mediumship or aura readings-Why each of her pregnancies affected her intuitive abilities differently -If she will be teaching her children about the healing arts or not-Why nervous system awareness is so important in motherhood and mediumship-Aura color advice she has for newly postpartum moms and moms who are newly empty nestersIt was such a joy to connect with Alyssa in this way!  If you enjoyed this podcast episode, please pass it along to a friend. With magic and dance,Julie & Alyssa xo

In this episode of What's Working in Direct Selling, Rob Sperry sits down with Julia Thornhill to discuss how AI is transforming business, motherhood and freedom—and why community remains one of the most valuable assets a leader can build. In This Episode, You Will Learn How AI can help leaders reclaim time without sacrificing connection Practical ways busy parents can leverage AI in daily life and business Why technology should support human connection, not replace it

Send us Fan MailAmanda is joined by Laura Sinclair who is a business mentor to high achieving moms to discuss balancing motherhood and business - is this even possible?Included in this episode:Can we actually balance motherhood and entrepreneurship? What does balance mean to LauraWhat actually makes a "good mom" and a "good entrepreneur"?How can we grow our business but also thrive as a mother?When should someone hire a business coach and why?How surrounding yourself with other likeminded people is so supportive to you and your business.Learning to ask for help, hire support and lean on others who can support you while you build your business.Follow Laura on IG @itslaurasinclairCheck out Laura's website www.thismothermeansbusiness.comIf you want to learn more about WEOC and the loans: https://weoc.ca/loan-program/Support the show

Motherhood is the hardest job in the world, and when you're raising a child with unique challenges, it can feel impossible. But even on the most difficult days, you are not failing, you are doing an incredible job. Anjil Resendes shares a raw and honest journey of a mother navigating her daughter's struggles, making impossible choices, and learning to lean on faith and community. You were chosen to be your child's mom for a reason, and even in the hardest moments, you are exactly who they need. You're not alone, you're stronger than you think, and you're doing a great job!

Send us Fan MailWelcome to 365 days of Stay-at-Home Mom Studio Stuff. Whether you stay at home full time with kids or you head into an office, this space is for you. This is where moms can FEEL seen, heard, and understood every step of the way. I'm glad you are here. There is so much to talk about! Motherhood isn't meant to be done alone!If you haven't already, please join me over on Facebook inside The Stay-at-Home Mom Studio to continue the conversation.A little under construction, but you'll also find more content at www.feelingsfitness.com 

Send us Fan MailA From the Vault episode this week before I do an episode next week on baby formula. Are you concerned about your breastmilk production or have you heard that exercise can negatively impact on it?This week I have the please to sit down with expert Ashley P. Lambert to dispel myths and offer practical advice for new moms facing these challenges. Our conversation cuts through the misinformation surrounding exercise's impact on breast milk production and underlines the fundamental role of nutrition, particularly protein, in supporting lactation. We tackle the anxieties that can cloud this joyful time, offering insights into the necessity of intentional eating for both mother and child's well-being.And, of course, we touch on the rights and wrongs of postpartum exercise.Ashley is a joy to talk, and listen to, so I'm sure you're going to love this episode.You can find Ashley everywhere you have an internet connection;Her website (where you can also find her program)Her Instagram (where you definitely should go to follow her)As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles.So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering.Though I'm not terribly active on  Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out this week; "I fell into heaven" by Oliver Penny

The mental and emotional weight of trying to conceive doesn't disappear once you're pregnant, or once the baby arrives. For many women, it quietly shapes everything that comes after.Sometimes the hardest part isn't the fertility treatment itself. It's carrying the aftermath of it into motherhood without anyone acknowledging that you went through something significant to get there.In this episode of The Science of Motherhood, Dr Renee White sits down with Dr Edna Lekgabe, certified perinatal and reproductive psychiatrist practising in Melbourne, to explore the mental health dimensions of the trying to conceive journey. They cover the difference between normal anxiety and clinical anxiety, how IVF trauma shows up in the body long after treatment ends, and why perinatal mental health challenges are never a personal failing.This is the final episode of the six-part Trying to Conceive series on The Science of Motherhood.In this episode, you'll hear about:Why what you're feeling is a nervous system response, not a character flawHow to recognise when anxiety has moved from visitor to renovationWhat IVF trauma looks like in the body and why it often goes unidentifiedHow medication decisions are made with a risk-versus-risk frameworkWhy reaching out early makes a differenceYour mental health through this journey is part of the journey. It deserves the same attention as everything else. There is support available, and you deserve to use it.If this resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Subscribe to The Science of Motherhood so you never miss an episode.Resources & LinksConnect with Renee

 In this episode, Nancy Wilson reflects on God's ongoing work of restoration and renewal, drawing from the Psalms and New Testament passages about the renewing of the mind, the inward man being renewed day by day, and the Holy Spirit's work of regeneration. She encourages Christians, especially mothers, to see repeated daily labors as a small imitation of God's greater work of renewing, reviving, and restoring his people. Find more from Nancy and others on Canon+: https://canonplus.com/tabs/none/pages/nancy-wilson 

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Dr. Barb Edelheit discuss:  The silent grief of the empty nest  Reclaiming desire, ambition, and agency  Redefining purpose beyond caretaking  Giving yourself permission to want more again  "Not every stage of life is fabulous, and we put a lot of pressure on ourselves as working moms. We can be intentional in the moments of motherhood and enjoy the moments we can, even in the busy years."   Dr. Barb Edelheit    Guest Bio:  Barbara Edelheit, MD, is an accomplished pediatric rheumatologist, educator, and passionate advocate for gender equity in medicine. She serves as an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, where she has made significant contributions to both clinical care and academic leadership. At Connecticut Children's in Hartford, CT, Dr. Edelheit holds several key leadership roles, including Division Head of Rheumatology, past Board Chair of the Connecticut Children's Specialty Group, and Vice President of the Medical Staff. Dr. Edelheit's clinical expertise centers on the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. She earned her medical degree from the State University of New York Upstate Medical University, followed by residency at The New York Presbyterian Hospital – Cornell Medical Center. She then completed her pediatric rheumatology fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery. A dedicated mentor and educator, Dr. Edelheit is deeply committed to fostering the next generation of medical professionals. Her leadership extends to promoting women in medicine, most notably through founding and chairing an affinity group for women physicians at Connecticut Children's. She strongly believes in the critical importance of mentorship and sponsorship throughout medical careers. As the National Mentorship Chair for the American Medical Women's Association (AMWA), Dr. Edelheit works to empower women in medicine, advocating for their success and professional growth. She also serves as the faculty mentor for the University of Connecticut's AMWA student chapter, providing guidance and support to medical students pursuing their careers.    Brave Enough 2026 CME Conference: For ten years, women have gathered at the Brave Enough Conference to step away from the demands of medicine and into a space of renewal. This anniversary year, we celebrate a decade of empowerment and sisterhood—ten years of lifting each other up, reigniting purpose, and remembering that none of us has to do this alone. Join us September 24-27, 2026, at the Omni Scottsdale Resort and Spa. Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

390: This special Mental Health Compilation brings together highlights from conversations with Joe Hudson, Maggie Nick, Gabby Reece, and Dr. Nicole LePera. Through these powerful discussions, we explore emotional regulation, resilience, nervous system health, reparenting the inner child, and the patterns that shape our relationships, behaviors, and sense of self. We discuss practical tools for managing stress and overwhelm, breaking generational cycles, building emotional awareness, and creating healthier habits that support long-term mental well-being. Whether you're looking to better understand yourself or navigate life's challenges with more confidence and clarity, this episode offers some of the most impactful mental health insights we've shared on the podcast. → Leave Us A Voice Message!  Topics Discussed: → Emotional regulation and nervous system health → Why we suppress emotions and how it impacts our well-being → Breaking generational patterns and cycles → The "good kid" mindset, perfectionism, and people-pleasing → Parenting, shame, and emotional resilience → Reparenting your inner child → How childhood experiences shape adult relationships → Building self-awareness and emotional intelligence → Vulnerability, resilience, and personal growth → Managing stress, overwhelm, and emotional triggers → Identity, achievement, and self-worth → Healing old wounds and creating lasting change Sponsored By:  → OGEE | Thanks to today's sponsor, Ogee: A higher standard for beauty. Go to https://ogee.com/BEWELL and use code BEWELL to get 20% off certified organic makeup that performs like luxury. → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com. → Branch Basics | First-time customers can save 15% on a Starter Kit with code BEWELLPODCAST at branchbasics.com/BEWELLPODCAST.  → Kosterina | You can shop all my favorites at https://www.kosterina.com/bewell and use code KELLY for 15% off your first order. → Shop minnow's new apré-ski capsule collection at https://shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order. Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:38 - Joe Hudson: Why We Suppress Emotions → 00:06:12 - Anger, Stress & Emotional Expression → 00:12:08 - Emotional Health, Relationships + Connection → 00:18:45 - Parenting, Vulnerability & Nervous System Regulation → 00:20:23 - Maggie Nick: The "Good Kid" Identity → 00:30:48 - Perfectionism, People-Pleasing + Shame → 00:35:02 - Breaking Generational Patterns → 00:39:14 - Why Children Internalize Criticism → 00:42:24 - Gabrielle Reece: Resilience, Adversity + Growth → 00:47:18 - Identity Beyond Achievement → 00:52:04 - Hypervigilance, Childhood Experiences + Relationships → 00:56:42 - Success, Balance + Life Priorities → 01:00:26 - Dr. Nicole LePera: Reparenting The Inner Child → 01:04:18 - Childhood Conditioning & Survival Patterns → 01:08:12 - People-Pleasing, Attachment + Emotional Triggers → 01:12:35 - Healing Old Wounds & Creating Lasting Change → 01:16:28 - Final ThoughtsFurther Listening:  → Repressed Emotions, Anxiety + Why Self-Improvement Doesn't Exist | Joe Hudson → Stop Hustling for Worth, Heal People-Pleasing, + Feel Enough | Maggie Nick → Gabby Reece on Wellness, Marriage, Motherhood & Mental Strength → Reparenting Your Inner Child, Self-Abandonment + Nervous System Healing | Dr. Nicole LePera Check Out: Joe Hudson:  → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joehudson_aoa?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== → http://artofaccomplishment.com Maggie Nick:  → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maggiewithperspectacles/reels/ → TikTok:  → New Book:  Gabby Rece:  → https://gabriellereece.com/ → Instagram Dr. Nicole LePera → Website: https://theholisticpsychologist.com/ → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.holistic.psychologist → New Book: https://theholisticpsychologist.com/books/reparenting-the-inner-child/ Dr. Nicole LePera → Website: https://theholisticpsychologist.com/ → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.holistic.psychologist → New Book: Reparenting The Inner Child Check Out Kelly: → Instagram → Youtube → Facebook

Nikki & Brie sit down with Shazam! and M.I.A. star Marta Milans for a conversation that takes some unexpected turns. Marta dishes on growing up between Madrid and Ibiza, life in the DC Universe, motherhood, Hollywood, food, wellness, dream work, and why she believes Ibiza has as many healers as it does party people. Plus, she shares the wild psychic prediction that came true, the unexpected path that led her to Shazam!, and why kindness and persistence have guided every chapter of her journey.   This feels less like an interview and more like a girls' night. Press play. Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.