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Inside the Design Studio with David PeckWell, That Escalated… | Tariffs, Taylor, and the Algorithm That Tried to Eat Us AliveWhat do fashion tariffs, Blake Lively’s alleged text-message nuclear codes, and Instagram’s sneaky Discover feed have in common? They all escalated—fast. Welcome to the inaugural “Well, That Escalated…”—the once-a-month segment where I drag my favorite opinion-sharpshooter Laura Max Rose out of our group-chat bunker and into the studio. It's basically the audio version of us texting “WAIT, DID YOU SEE THIS?” at 1 a.m. This round we unpack: Why my “Made in America” dream factory sometimes feels like DIY textile purgatory. The Blake-vs-Baldoni legal soap opera and Taylor Swift’s strateg...2025-06-1855 min
Inside the Design Studio with David PeckBookTok, Box Office, and Bizarre Casting Controversies with Laura Max RoseI’m joined once again by my friend, writer, podcaster, and self-proclaimed Colleen Hoover expert Laura Max Rose for a conversation that’s part literary therapy session, part red carpet roast, and part adaptation wish list. We dig into the controversies, casting choices, and unexpected emotions that came with the It Ends With Us adaptation—Laura’s seen it six times, so she’s got notes—and talk about what works (and what doesn’t) when a beloved book becomes a movie. We also dive into the upcoming adaptations of Verity, Regretting You, and Reminders of Him, plus buzzy pro...2025-05-101h 00
Inside the Design Studio with David PeckRethinking Belief: An Election Day Conversation on Faith and Politics with Laura Max RoseSo it’s Election Day, and you’ve probably already seen about 32 political ads (and counting). Whether you’re voting red, blue, or writing in your cat for president, one thing’s for sure: it’s stressful. Today, I’m giving you a break with a podcast episode that dives into politics in a different way. Recently, I joined my friend Laura Max Rose on her podcast (I Just Have to Say) to get into a topic many of us don’t talk about: breaking out of the beliefs we were raised with as children. We shared storie...2024-11-0557 min
Inside the Design Studio with David PeckBlake Lively, Colleen Hoover, and the Verity of It All with Superfan Laura Max RoseIn this episode of Inside the Design Studio, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Colleen Hoover superfan Laura Max Rose. We get right into the nitty-gritty of Verity, Hoover’s most twisted and mind-bending thriller. Laura and I dive deep into the chilling plot twists, debate whether Manuscript or Letter Verity is the true villain, and discuss why this book has everyone questioning what’s real. But we didn’t stop there. We also dished on the Hollywood drama surrounding the recently released It Ends with Us adaptation. With Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni in the le...2024-08-271h 06
Life Unscripted with Julie LaurenEmbracing Change and Authenticity with Laura Max RoseIn this heartfelt and candid episode of Life Unscripted, I sit down with Laura Max Rose for a deep and inspiring conversation. Together, we explore the beauty of living an unscripted life, sharing personal growth journeys, overcoming significant professional and personal setbacks, and the importance of authenticity and vulnerability. Laura opens up about navigating life transitions and the lessons learned along the way. We reflect on those pivotal unscripted moments that have shaped our lives and the impact they've had. Tune in for an episode filled with inspiration, practical advice, and genuine conversation.Follow Laura @lauramaxrose.2024-07-3031 min
Inside the Design Studio with David PeckAspen Escape with Laura Max RoseGet ready to escape to the picturesque landscapes of Aspen, Colorado, in this heartwarming episode of Inside the Design Studio. I sit down with my friend Laura Max Rose, a web design entrepreneur and mother of three, who swapped the bustling streets of Houston for the serene beauty of Aspen. In this episode, Laura shares her journey from the Big Apple to the mountains, revealing how a sign on the road led to a life-altering decision during the pandemic. Discover how she balances her technologically driven career with the tranquility of her mountain home, and learn about the unexpected...2024-06-1157 min
Can You Handle The HeatWill Jhyrah accept Max's rose? w/ Jade Simpson and Larry NienaberIs this even a sports podcast anymore?!? Jhyrah and Max bring on their friends, Jade Simpson and Larry (Laura) Neinaber, for another non-sports podcast episode. However, this episode takes a twist with Jade and Larry quizzing us on our sports knowledge and how well we know each other. We also dive deep into our opinions on the current season of The Bachelor *spoiler alert*. Also, surprise surprise with the patented horse girl friend on this episode of course we talk horse girl stuff. Fun listen from start to finish!2024-02-271h 41
Look Ma', No HandsThis might be why parenting advice is making you feel like sh*tI spent the month of May really swimming upstream as a parent. That's when I had a realization about parenting advice that I'm sharing with you today.2023-06-2024 minLook Ma', No HandsWhat do I do if my kids don't like each other? Blimie Heller of Unconditional Parenting weighs inSmiling, happy siblings are the picture we see often when presented with family snapshots on social media and in holiday cards, but are siblings who get along really imperative to a functioning family? If your kids don't like each other, is there anything you can do about that? Blimie Heller returns to Look Ma' No Hands to give her perspective.2023-06-1359 minLook Ma', No HandsNavigating marriage in the newborn stage and beyond with Sally Maxwell, Aspen Relationship Coach"You were two before, and now, you are three. And yes, you wanted to become three, but that still doesn’t mean that you aren’t grieving the loss of when you were just two. This is completely normal and many couples don’t allow themselves the space to go through this transition and acknowledge both the complex emotions that accompany it, as well as the very real changes that happen to the relationship." Sally Maxwell, Max-Well Coaching
Join me for a gripping interview with my friend Sally Maxwell, a relationship coach here in Aspen...2023-06-0555 minLook Ma', No HandsWhat does is mean to "honor thy mother and father"? What does this look like when your relationship with your parents is complicated?Whether you identify as religious or not, there's little room for doubt that many of us millennial parents were heavily influenced by religious philosophy in our youth and continue to question it in our adulthood. While it's a straighforward commandment on its face, "Honor Thy Mother and Father" can be complicated if your relationship with your parents was strained, challenging, or abusive. In this very special episode of Look Ma' No Hands, I'm sitting down with my very own Rabbi, Rabbi Mendel Mintz, to ask about the sixth commandment, the future of human beings in the face of AI...2023-05-0145 minLook Ma', No HandsGetting out from under the influencers: why you want what other people have and how to return to yourselfIt's human nature to want what we can't have, but what if the influences around you actually make you think want things you don't actually want? This is a phenomenon called mimetic desire, and in his book "Wanting", Luke Burgis explores how mimetic desire can lead us down an unfulfilling path and also help us curate a life that genuinely brings us joy. 2023-04-2456 minLook Ma', No HandsMental Health, Meghan Markle, and mothering the way we were meant to with Megan Birkel of Willow CrownsLook Ma' No Hands is BACK...and trust me, this conversation is all the proof you'll need to know it's better than ever.
In this first episode of Season Two, I'm welcoming one of your favorite guests, Megan Birkel of Willow Crowns, back to the podcast to discuss:
Zoloft and motherhood
What's really important in parenting (and what's really NOT)
The kind of mothering that really pisses us off
Meghan Markle (you don't want to miss this part)
and more!2023-03-241h 00
Devils & Demons - Der Horrorfilm-PodcastAlt + FE4R 003 - Rule of Rose (2006)Alt + FE4R 003 - Rule of Rose (2006)In der dritten Episode Alt+FE4R begeben JP und Teresa sich in die 30er Jahre und besprechen das psychologische Survival Horror Spiel „Rule of Rose“. Hier helfen wir dem Mädchen Jennifer ihre Erinnerungen wiederzufinden, wobei kaum etwas so ist, wie es zu sein scheint. Kaum ein anderes Spiel hat eine so beeindruckende Zensurgeschichte wie dieses. Doch ist das wirklich gerechtfertigt? Hier werden die Kritikpunkte ausführlich in den Kontext gebracht.Einen Überblick über alle in diesem Podcast besprochenen Filme findet ihr hier.Joint...2023-03-083h 20
Look Ma', No HandsA hot take on "cancel culture": how we can become more constructive in the way we treat others and ourselves with Rachel Tuchman, LMHCIs cancel culture cancelling culture? How can we move forward in the face of hurt caused by another without writing them off entirely? Societally, can we move in a more constructive direction when opinions shock and surprise us? What can we do differently when it comes to strangers, friends, ourselves and our children? Rachel Tuchman, license mental health counselor from Long Island, New York, weighs in.2022-03-151h 09Look Ma', No HandsNurturing your relationship when you only have five minutes and haven’t slept in a year and navigating conflict with your spouse or partner when you have kids with Dr. Elizabeth MillerWhen it comes to relationships and marriages, kids are a total game changer. Often times, the advice we get about connecting and reconnecting with our partner or spouse once our children are born is unattainable or impractical, but in this episode, psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Miller is sharing practical, real-life and every day ways to strengthen your relationship with kids in tow.2022-03-011h 09Look Ma', No Hands"I'm not an employee of my children." Megan Birkel of Willow Crowns on being the bossA happy, calm family starts at the top (read: with mom.) If you've ever needed permission to put yourself first, and evidence as to why that actually helps everyone around you, this is the LMNH episode you can't miss.2022-02-0758 minLook Ma', No HandsYour Sibling Rivalry Questions ANSWERED with Blimie Heller of Unconditional ParentingSibling rivalry is one of the biggest challenges in parenting, and Blimie Heller of Unconditional Parenting is here to help us navigate these complex dynamics and do what we can to contribute to harmonious relationships between our children.2021-11-181h 01
Look Ma', No HandsWhy "getting on the same page" as your spouse is a trap and other easier ways to get out of parenting pickles with Meghan Leahy, author of "Parenting Outside the Lines"Author and Washington Post columnist Meghan Leahy is back on the podcast today to give you some straightforward answers to your trickiest parenting conundrums, along with debunking some of what we're told about "getting on the same page" as our spouse and why being on different pages can actually be helpful in raising our children.If you love hearing from Meghan like I do, check out her book "Parenting Outside the Lines," an Amazon Editor's Pick, here.2021-08-3053 minLook Ma', No HandsMrChazz on being an "improvenist", cultivating generational health and learning to see positive intent in our childrenYou've seen him on TikTok...now you can hear MrChazz on Look Ma' No Hands!On this episode of LMNH, MrChazz talks all about his experiences teaching young children, what he learned and how and why he seeks to teach adults about all the best ways to interact with and nurture our kids. From letting go of perfectionism and being an "improvenist" to the true journey of changing our parenting ways for the better, I know you'll love what MrChazz has to say.2021-08-1653 minLook Ma', No HandsWhat is the difference between a harmony child and an integrity child? Blimie Heller of Unconditional Parenting tells us how better understanding our children helps us be better parentsI had no idea what an "integrity child" was versus a "harmony child" when I first sat down to interview Blimie Heller, but once she started telling me about what each one was and what their differences are, my mind was blown. I can say with confidence that this episode changed the way I look at and parent my children on a daily basis, and so much of what I've learned from Blimie has made me a better mother and a happier person. I know you'll love what she has to say on this very illuminating episode of Look...2021-08-1052 minLook Ma', No HandsEvery storm runs out of rain (even if you’ve forgotten what rainbows feel like) with Megan Birkel, Founder of Willow CrownsI had so much fun connecting with Megan Birkel in today’s episode of LMNH! Megan and I BOTH moved at the end of a pandemic year and I couldn’t wait to compare notes on the crazy adventure of relocating with two kids. In this episode, we’re chatting about: Ending up where you least expected to after countless challenges... Prepping your kids for change and allowing them to feel their feelings (even when it’s super uncomfortable) How Megan found her new house (it’s an amazing story, really.) The Hive App and other development...2021-03-301h 07Look Ma', No HandsIntuitive eating, self-healing and why humans should hibernate with Hannah Therrien, RN, Wellness Coach, Reiki Healer + Yoga InstructorIn this episode of LMNH, my old and dear friend from college, Hannah Therrien, shares about her journey of recovery in the areas of eating, spirituality + more and how that journey has changed her. To learn more about her services, visit her online at https://hannahtherrien.com/.2021-03-161h 05Look Ma', No HandsFirm & Kind: How to Love Life with your STRONG Willed Kiddo with Wendy Snyder, Positive Parenting Teacher & Family CoachWould you love to learn new ways to influence those wild & wonderful 'headstrong' kids with integrity instead of just 'making' them comply?Listen to this episode!Wendy Snyder is a Positive Parenting Teacher & Family Coach, helping families parent with great purpose and intention by creating healthy, respectful & cooperative relationships. She is a Certified Parent Educator of Redirecting Children’s Behavior (RCB) and an advocate for families.Learn more about Wendy and discover her workshops and courses here. A mother to two vibrant children, Wendy has been dedicated to the application of Pos...2021-03-051h 15Look Ma', No HandsInstagram fatigue, making friends in new places and why pandemics have a lot in common with wars: Solo Q+A episode with Laura MaxToday’s episode is a fun solo Q&A in which I answer some of my most-asked questions around moving to a new city, making new friends and settling into a 5000-person town after life in Houston, Texas.I’m also addressing instagram fatigue (I’m feeling it, are you?), getting present and focusing less on what it all looks like, what I wish I did differently when we packed up our stuff to move here and my totally upside-down skincare routine.2021-03-0222 minLook Ma', No HandsHow the pandemic changed where families want to live with Lisa Hatem, realtor and founder of The Agency AspenIn today's episode of LMNH, I'm interviewing the realtor who sold us our home in Basalt, Colorodo - Lisa Hatem! I am totally fascinated by the way the pandemic has changed where families (and individuals) want to live and what those changes have meant for real estate throughout the country, and Lisa weighs in on why families are choosing the great outdoorsm what her last year has been like and how long these changes might be sticking around for. Additionally, I intro this episode with a 15-minute check-in followed by a mini-meditation for anyone who feels overwhelmed by uncertainty...2021-02-2641 minLook Ma', No HandsRelocating to the Rockies (a personal update) and navigating life transitions with young kids with Dr. Elizabeth MillerWell, a whole lot has happened over here since I shared my last episode over two months ago! I'm so excited to be back with you on Look Ma' No Hands, and I'm starting this episode with a personal update on what I've been up to for the past many weeks and what I've learned about being a person and parent in times of intense transition. Here to join me for the fourth time on LMNH is Dr. Elizabeth Miller of Elizabeth Miller Therapy who shares her experiences navigating unprecedented times and moving house with two little ones and...2021-02-2246 minLook Ma', No HandsCultivating Emotional Literacy in Our Children and Ourselves with Amanda Ashy, Clinical Nutritionist, Mindfulness Expert & Yoga InstructorAmanda is an American born, London based Clinical Nutritionist, Mindfulness Expert & Yoga teacher specializing in all three of these areas in children & family units.She has worked with children clinically for nearly a decade in nutrition and mental health, incorporating wellbeing protocols to help modify behaviour and teaching children and families how to be calmer, happier and stronger in the family home and in the school system.She teaches social-emotional wellbeing in the UK school system and works as a consultant supporting schools to develop their wellbeing curriculum. In 2017, huge changes happened in Ama...2020-11-2354 minLook Ma', No HandsParents Pivot: How to Change Careers in the Middle of a Pandemic with Anna McKayI interviewed Anna McKay in March 2020, right before the pandemic hit. It's the only recording of LMNH that I've ever lost, and I often wonder what it would be like to go back and listen to that conversation in light of everything we know now. Anna and I discussed how to change careers when you've become a parent and are realizing you have new priorities upon re-entering the workforce, but neither one of us knew what types of challenges parents would be facing only weeks after we spoke. In this episode, Anna sits down with me for a very...2020-11-0931 minLook Ma', No HandsStyle Reimagined: How to look good and feel great behind a mask, on a zoom call and during a pandemic with Natalie Weakly of Signature StyleImage Consultant Natalie Weakly has taught me more than almost anyone I know about curating an ideal wardrobe, buying more of what you love and less of what you don't, finding the right pieces for your coloring and body shape and how to incorporate color and accessories into your everyday style. I LOVE all of her tips, tricks and recommendations that she shares on her instagram account @natalieweakly, and today on the podcast she's talking about some her favorite pandemic fashion hacks like: The one makeup product everyone needs when they're wearing a mask How to stand out...2020-11-0246 minLook Ma', No HandsThe Difference Between Discipline and Punishment, what discipline really looks like and why you can't teach a child to do something you can't do yourself with Dr. Becky BaileyBecky A. Bailey, Ph.D., is an award-winning author, renowned teacher and internationally recognized expert in childhood education and developmental psychology. She touches thousands of lives each year through live events. Over 2.5M of her top-selling books are in circulation, and Conscious Discipline has impacted an estimated 20M children. A pioneer in social and emotional learning, Dr. Bailey has a proven track record of success spanning more than 30 years.2020-10-261h 23Look Ma', No HandsThe Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up Marie Kondo-Style with Houston's first KonMari Certified Consultant, Ashley BarberIf you haven't read the book "The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up", you've probably heard of the hit netflix series "Tidying Up with Marie Kondo" or at least grown familiar with her now-household sayings and questions like "do this spark joy?" In this very special episode of LMNH, I sit down with Houston's first-ever certified KonMari consultant as we discuss organizing your home, your life and your schedule. Plus, why the time it takes to truly organize and tidy a home pays us back exponentially. If you're surrounded in a mess and can't figure out why, or if...2020-10-1946 min
Life Unscripted with Julie LaurenMaking the Choice to Stop Drinking, Accountability, and Living Life in Technicolor with Laura Max RoseIn episode 98 of Hashtag No Filter Julie talks to Laura Max Rose again! And this time they talk all about a decision Laura made earlier in the year, which was to stop drinking. When Julie lived in Houston, she and Laura would get together frequently for happy hours over wine, so it seemed only fitting that Laura come on HNF to talk about her reason for this change.
In this episode, Laura shares why she made the decision to stop drinking, where it came from, what inspired it, why she hadn't told people initially, what it felt like to stop...2020-10-011h 01Look Ma', No HandsParenting Outside the Lines with Meghan LeahyMeghan Leahy is the On Parenting columnist for The Washington Post and a certified parenting coach. She lives in Washington, D.C., with her husband, three school-aged daughters, and her two dogs. Leahy has appeared on NPR and ABC, as well as numerous publications. Please visit Meghan at her website www.mlparentcoach.com.IN THIS EPISODE, MEGHAN AND I DISCUSS: Why “expert” advice is hurting us more than it’s helping us The cacophony of parenting styles and what we can learn from them (and leave behind) Why we’re afraid our children will turn into “spoiled br...2020-09-281h 09Look Ma', No HandsFinding connection and intimacy through conflict; why fighting isn't bad, but how we do it matters with Dr. Josh MirmelliIN THIS EPISODE,DR. MIRMELLI AND I DISCUSS:How conflict can actually help us get closer with our partners/anyoneOur primal, primitive insticts and why we’re all fighting on Facebook (and even in public) right now.Finding a good balance between social media and realityWhy it’s important to feel like you can share your truth, even in a society that increasingly limits the social acceptability of what we can and cannot sayThe types of people who tend to stir up arguments online (keyb...2020-09-2151 minLook Ma', No Hands"I felt like I was a horrible parent during this time." Willow Crowns' Megan Birkel gets candid about how it feels looking back on the year we never imagined for our children, or ourselvesBack-to-school is here, and some parents finally have the time and space to stop, breathe and actually feel some of the emotions of the whirlwind past few months of pandemic parenting. Having spoken to many parents over the past several weeks, I’ve found that many of those feelings are ones of regret, shame and loss as we look back over so many moments being stretched thin, worn out and unable to be the kind of parents we think we should be. In this episode, Willow Crowns’ Megan Birkel returns to discuss these emotions, what her life looks like toda...2020-09-1452 minLook Ma', No HandsBack to school or not a chance? The big choices of pandemic parenting in September and how I'm facing them (solo episode)This is a crazy time to be a parent with school-aged children: do we send them back to school or keep them home? Virtual school or none altogether? In this episode, I disclose my personal choices over these issues and more and how I'm coping with the current realities of pandemic parenting.2020-09-0723 min
Mastermind Parenting PodcastSibling Fighting Part 2: Interview by Laura Max RoseIn this episode, I have a conversation with podcaster and mom of two, Laura Max Rose, about our Mastermind Parenting WORLD CLASS sibling fighting tool. I’m currently writing a book about this tool and this convo involves the latest and greatest way I’m teaching this life changing tool. As you know if you have more than one child, when your kids fight, it’s triggering and stressful. This tool is also totally relevant for only children because there will be conflicts on playdates or with cousins and this will help you know what to do...2020-09-0125 min
Mastermind Parenting PodcastSibling Fighting Part 1: Interview by Laura Max RoseIn this week and next week’s podcast episodes, you’ll hear a convo between me and Laura Max Rose, podcaster and mom of two precious little girls. Our main subject is the sibling relationship and the different layers involved - from sharing, to violence to our ultimate dream of our kids becoming besties. How does our own birth order or being an only child determine how we navigate sibling fighting and what messages our kids receive? Why should we stop telling our kids we’re proud of them? What do we say when o...2020-08-2559 minLook Ma', No HandsNOT SPONSORED: My 5 favorite items for newborn babiesMy two daughters were two totally different babies, and yet, there were five pieces of baby gear that got me through the fourth trimester with each of them that I LOVE recommending to new moms. Tune into this episode to hear what they are + a few more recommendations I have for any mom looking to simplify new motherhood and make the journey a little easier.2020-08-1317 minLook Ma', No HandsHow to choose the right school for your child with Julie Blumberg of Houston School OptionsThere's a difference between choosing the BEST school and choosing the RIGHT school for your unique child. Whether you're looking into public or private options, or trying to pivot in a pandemic, Julie Blumberg of Houston School Options offers substantial advice in this episode for every parent on the school search.2020-08-1045 minLook Ma', No Hands"It feels like you're being squeezed." Self care for Tough Times: Tangible tools to fill your tank with Suzy Reading, Author, Psychologist + YogiYou're tired but there's no time for rest. You know you need to take a break but your kids aren't anywhere close to giving one. What to do next? In this episode, four-time Author, Yogi and Psychologist Suzy Reading offers tangible tools for feeling rested when you can't get proper sleep and filling your tank when circumstances are far from normal. You can learn more about Suzy and purchase her books on her website. For daily cup-filling, follow her on instagram @suzyreading.2020-08-0645 min
Look Ma', No HandsThinking inside the box; the unexpected joy of 2020 and how to find it with Brad Deutser, founder of The Deutser Clarity InstituteI've known Brad for over 26 years, and in all of that time, one thing has remained never changed: his perspective, no matter what's going on within or outside of him, is always positive. I caught onto this as a teenager - he was that Dad that was always championing his kids and his family and making the best out of every situation, so much so that I found myself taking mental notes so I could use some of what I learned from him with my own family (which I have!) All these years later, the rest of the world...2020-08-0345 min
Look Ma', No HandsAn Astrological Take on 2020, What Lies Ahead and why right now is a "really exciting time to be alive"Stephanie Jourdan, Astrologer of Higher Self Communications in Los Angeles, joins me for this one-of-a-kind LMNH episode in which we discuss our current reality, what we have to look forward to, our relationship with the earth, why 2020 was destined to be a year like no other and what astrology can teach us about it all.If you're interested in learning more about Stephanie or utilizing one of her services, be sure to visit her online at higherselfcommunications.com.2020-07-291h 04Look Ma', No HandsThe Sibling Fighting Tool: 22 Minutes that will change the way you handle your kids' disputes with Parenting Coach Randi RubensteinIn this brief but mind blowing episode of Look Ma' No Hands, Parenting Coach Randi Rubenstein gives us her four-step sibling fighting tool that totally flipped me upside down when I heard it. I was doing almost everything the opposite of what she suggests and I couldn't believe how logical and game-changing her tools were when I heard them. So excited to share her wisdom with you in this episode!2020-07-2323 minLook Ma', No HandsStrong-willed kids and their siblings: Navigating sibling dynamics in early childhood with Parenting Coach Randi RubensteinSibling dynamics in early childhood can be a huge challenge to navigate. From navigating conflict to addressing each child's different needs, Randi Rubenstein comes to the rescue again in this episode where she gives great suggestions on how to validate our children where they're at and be less divisive, helping our kids live more harmoniously with themselves and one another.2020-07-2059 minLook Ma', No Hands"I think we're addicted to fixing." Faith Broussard Cade on why self care is free, unhappiness is inevitable and how we can adjust in uncomfortable situationsSo many of the self care practices that are advertised to us cost money, and in a time when self care is so necessary and so many are either out of a job or working on less income than they’re used to, this can feel like a very destructive barrier to healing and grace.Enter Faith Broussard Cade, AKA @fleurdelisspeaks. After a traumatic brain injury, doctors told her she needed to rest in order to recover and in so doing, she lost her job. Her household income was cut in half, which was precisely when she st...2020-07-1645 minLook Ma', No HandsTHE 50TH EPISODE! Ten lessons from hosting Look Ma' No Hands that have completely transformed my life and my parenting50 episodes later, these are the top ten ways (and it was hard to choose) that I've been completely transformed as a person and parent since starting this show. When I did my first interview less than a year ago, I never imagined LMNH would take me on the journey it has. The interviews I've conducted have changed the way I parent, live and look at my life - all for the better. In this episode, I'm sharing ten tangible pieces of guidance that I've received from interviewees on this show that have made a huge impact. I'm so grateful...2020-07-1330 minLook Ma', No HandsWillow Crowns' Megan Birkel gets personal on how she's handling pandemic overwhelmIf you're feeling overwhelmed as we find ourselves over three months into an unprecedented global pandemic, allow this episode with Megan Birkel to remind you that you're not alone. Just as we find ourselves in unfamiliar territory, many of us are taking unfamiliar steps for our sanity and in this episode, Megan gets candid about how she's coping with our current crisis, what she's learning and what her plans are for the rest of the summer and beyond.2020-07-0951 minLook Ma', No HandsThe pandemic within a pandemic: how social isolation is destroying our mental health and how we can find wellness without shame with Elizabeth Miller of Elizabeth Miller TherapyAs we socially distance ourselves to avoid further catastrophe in the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us are suffering silently when it comes to our mental health. Our nation is currently facing a Zoloft shortage and nearly 50% of Americans have anywhere from a mild to severe level of depression. Beyond feeling helpless, many who suffer from depression and anxiety are doing so with an added dose of shame: I shouldn't feel this way, at least I'm still alive, it could be so much worse, all I'm being asked is to stay at home, etc. Elizabeth Miller of Elizabeth Miller Therapy...2020-06-2441 minLook Ma', No HandsTaking the stress out of meal time with little ones and empowering children to trust themselves and their bodies with Kylie Mitchell, Registered Dietitian with immaEATthat Nutrition CounselingDinner time at our house used to be the most stressful hour of my day. I would call friends, complain, pull my hair out, and walk away feeling more exhausted and drained than the night before. My oldest daughter was what one might call a "picky" eater, and I was terrified she wasn't going to get the nutrition she needed. My anxiety led me to become a less-than-pleasant dinner partner without even realizing it. I heard things coming out of my mouth that I knew were unproductive and potentially harmful (ie encouraging my daughter to eat when she wasn't...2020-06-2346 minLook Ma', No HandsJoshua Wayne answers all of your screen time questions + why it's more important to be your kid's ally than obsess over their gradesJoshua Wayne, author of the recently released 40-page-book "The Simple Parenting Guide to Technology" comes on the show for episode 46 to answer all of the questions parents ask most often about how to monitor and navigate their kids' screen time and tech use. His guide covers how to approach screen time and technology for children ages 0-18, and his insight includes why you should let your kid have screen time right when they get home from school (instead of waiting until homework is finished) and why arguments over homework and grades are the biggest cause of relationship strain between...2020-06-2251 minLook Ma', No HandsVirtual Camp and Repurposing Summer for Kids with Sunni Markowitz, Founder of Camp Lantern CreekKids wait all year to go to camp, so with camps like her own being cancelled all across the country due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Sunni Markowitz decided to open Camp Lantern Creek as a Virtual Camp for girls age 7-17. Camp Lantern Creek teachers life skills like babysitting, lifeguarding, EQ enhancement and more, and there's still time to sign up before the first of three one-week courses begins on Monday. Head to camplanterncreek.com now to sign up and learn more about how Virtual Camp can help our kids find joy in uncertain, stressful times.2020-06-1730 minLook Ma', No HandsBri Braggs on Birthing and Raising a Black Child in AmericaBri Braggs delivered her four-month-old in a home birth after researching hospital statistics on the maternal death rate of Black women and realizing it would be statistically safer for her to deliver her child in her own home. Have you ever had to make that kind of decision? I know I haven't.In this very candid episode of "Look Ma' No Hands," I chat with the founder of Fertile Alchemy as she candidly describes her experiences as a Black woman, daughter and mother in America. From what she was told about the police growing up t...2020-06-1548 minLook Ma', No HandsHealing Generational Trauma and Finding Freedom from Perfectionism with Motherkind Founder Zoe BlaskeyWhen Zoe Blaskey became a mother over four years ago, she discovered what all mothers know: this gig is hard. Beyond that, after many years in recovery, she found many of the things she thought she'd healed within herself were coming back up again. Amongst the conversations about which gin went best with the bedtime routine, she felt she couldn't find the conversation she wanted to have...so she started it. Zoe Blaskey launched The Motherkind Podcast several years ago and has since interviewed everyone from Glennon Doyle to Kate Northrup to Marianne Williamson with one mission in mind...2020-06-1158 minLook Ma', No HandsIs there life after wine-o-clock? Author of "The Sober Diaries" and Mother-of-three Clare Pooley tells us how her life got better when she put down the boozeWine has become a socially acceptable coping mechanism for the overwhelming challenges of motherhood, but is it hurting us more than it's helping us? Clare Pooley, mother-of-three and author of "The Sober Diaries", decided to find out when, five years ago, she poured herself a glass - nay, mug - of red before noon to cure a hangover (a big rule-breaker for her.) She lifted the mug to find it read "World's Best Mum." It was right then and there that she dove into a life of sobriety that she'd never planned on, abruptly halting a bottle-of-wine-per-day (or more...2020-06-0848 minLook Ma', No HandsPivoting after plot twists with Carrie Colbert, Mom, Color-Full Influencer and Venture CapitalistBlogger, influencer and venture capitalist Carrie Colbert had it all.And then she got pregnant. At 40. (And not exactly on purpose.)A year later, she found herself raising her daughter on her own, moving out of a flooded home and forging a new path - one that would NOT include a male counterpart, she swore. It makes sense that at the precise moment she decided to write off men entirely, she found the one.On this episode of Look Ma’ No Hands, Carrie makes a BIG announcement and tells us all about what he...2020-05-2843 minLook Ma', No HandsFrom over-scheduled to under-scheduled and back: marital and relational changes in quarantine and how to navigate them with sex + relationship therapist Dr. Emily JameaSome couples are thriving in quarantine and others are planning to file for divorce as soon as they can get to the courthouse. What's the real difference between these two scenarios and what can we do if quarantine hasn't been the best thing for our relationship? Sex and relationship therapist Dr. Emily Jamea of Revive Therapy discusses what we can learn and take with us from the success that some of have had in this quarantine and what couples who've struggled should consider before taking action.Are you struggling to connect emotionally and physically in your relationship...2020-05-2142 minLook Ma', No HandsWillow Crowns' Megan Birkel on Marriage, post-quarantine life and finding confidence after hardshipIn Megan's fourth episode on Look Ma' No Hands, she answers YOUR questions on how she maintains a strong and communicative relationship, what she knows about working things out with your spouse when you disagree and the kids are listening, how she's navigating post-quarantine life in Texas and how she dealt with adversity in her past to find confidence in her present.To learn more about Megan and shop the Willow Crown collection, visit her on instagram @willowcrowns or find her online at www.willowcrowns.com.GIVEAWAY: head to my instagram @lauramaxrose THIS WEEK by...2020-05-1856 minLook Ma', No HandsRecovering our sense of self and finding the voice within with Mental Health Coach Brandi LeaYou are more than who you love and what you choose to work on.In this episode of Look Ma' No Hands, I share part of my own mental health journey in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month as I sit down with Mental Health Coach and founder of "Becoming Wildly Well" Brande truly is. Now, she helps individuals recover who they really are and engage the lifelong journey of "becoming" ourselves.The world of motherhood is rife with opportunities for self-doubt and loss of self, but in this episode, Brandi discusses how we can s...2020-05-1557 minLook Ma', No Hands"We are naturally wired for happiness," Carla White, founder of The Gratitude App, on the effects of "flight or fight" mode, how to lower our cortisol levels and having more joy in our livesMany years ago, Carla White found herself overweight, drinking heavily and feeling apathetic about her life. Her journey to more happiness led her to create The Gratitude App (highlighted by Oprah and Entrepreneur Magazine) which became a tool I used in my own spiritual awakening many years ago. In this episode, she shares what she knows about the brain, why we're actually wired for happiness and how to create more of it in our lives in very simple, concrete ways.2020-05-1246 minLook Ma', No HandsTurning Mistakes into Confetti and starting where you are with Maghon Taylor of All She Wrote NotesThere is so much about this time that has been so challenging, but there’s also so much it’s brought me that I would never want to give back. My recent guest, Maghon Taylor, can probably relate.Many years ago, Maghon was at one of the lowest points in her life, newly married to an abusive spouse and an entire country away from her family. She found her way home, found her own light after believing it was lost forever and now she shines it on others through her very presence as well as her hand lett...2020-05-0742 minLook Ma', No HandsPositive Interventions and the Pursuit of the Good Life with Henry Richardson, founder of DEFINE body & mindFounder of DEFINE body & mind and TedX speaker Henry Richardson discusses positive interventions and meaningful ways to actively pursue a life of happiness, joy, love, serenity and all-around goodness. 2020-05-0440 min
Mastermind Parenting PodcastAn interview about working moms and stay at home momsThis week on the podcast we are sharing a convo with me and fellow podcaster, Laura Max Rose. Laura is a mama of 2 little girls and we discuss the REAL topics about the working vs. SAHM choice. Laura shares her struggle about this decision and we go all into this very relevant topic. Enjoy! Get my problem-solving one-sheet! I created a simple one-sheet roadmap that will assist you in replacing the old school lectures with a tool that actually improves behavior through productive convos. Grab your problem-solving cheat sheet here: mastermindparenting.com/problemsolving ...2020-04-2958 minLook Ma', No HandsDeath, money and what it really means to be human with author + photographer Michelle GardellaSeveral years ago, nationally-renowned photographer Michelle Gardella left her life behind to spend 2.5 years traveling the US in an Airstream with her family. It wouldn't be the last time she lit a match to burn down what no longer served her; she also walked away from a rather successful instagram presence to separate from what wasn't working for her. None of us has been through a pandemic-induced quarantine before, but in my mind, Michelle has come the closest. In this episode, I ask her all of my questions about how it feels to let go of so much all...2020-04-281h 08Look Ma', No HandsSolo vs. Family-Style Quarantining: How the Other Half Lives with Julie Lauren of "Hashtag No Filter"Same storm, different boats: while some of us are riding this quarantine out with Netflix shows and at-home workouts and serious isolation, others are with their families doing the parenting thing 24/7 and wondering what it might be like to be catching up on all that lost sleep. Is one easier than the other? I'm getting the lowdown on how the other half lives with Julie Lauren of "Hashtag No Filter."2020-04-2250 minLook Ma', No HandsParenting Coach Randi Rubenstein answers your Quarantine Parenting questionsAre your kids watching enough TV right now? Parenting Coach Randi Rubenstein wants to make sure.Quarantine parenting is exhausting, but it brings up issues we can either run from or work on and heal from. While we're showing up for it all, remember to keep the TV on and give yourselves a break! You'll love what Parenting Coach Randi Rubenstein has to say in this episode about kicking back, setting the kids up with their favorite shows and making time for YOU.2020-04-1757 minLook Ma', No HandsOrganized chaos + life one hour at a time with Megan Birkel of Willow CrownsOn March 10th, I caught up with Megan Birkel on the #1 most-listened to episode of "Look Ma' No Hands." We discussed how she was cultivating a life she loved - running a successful hair accessories business and a pretty darn happy home. Her attitude was pure (and contagious) gratitude. I have been dying to catch up with Megan to hear how she's doing, coping and managing it all amidst our current pandemic (she's still running Willow Crowns out of her kitchen with two girls at home) and I wasn't surprised to hear that while she's certainly in the thick...2020-04-1559 minLook Ma', No HandsSurvival Tips for Quarantining with Kids with Natalie Weakly of Signature StyleSeveral months ago, Natalie came on my show and famously recommended that we all time ourselves when we get ready in the morning (because it doesn't take that long!) Listen to her updated tips on staying sane in a crazy world today on LMNH. To learn more about her personal styling webinar and other services, visit her at NatalieWeakly.com or @natalieweakly on Insta!2020-04-1040 minLook Ma', No HandsBoosting your overall health in the age of Coronavirus with Michael Bischoff, President of GlaxonIs all of that Melatonin really good for you? What about Vitamin C? How is stress really affecting our immune system and where do we even begin in trying to regulate it during uncertain times? Where do we start when it comes to supplementing and maintaining our overall health in the age of Coronavirus?There's nothing like a pandemic to prompt us to take a deeper look at how we care for ourselves each day, whether by the food we feed ourselves, the regimens we maintain or the supplements we take. The moment I found out about...2020-04-0752 minLook Ma', No HandsThe future of fast fashion and how retail will survive the Coronavirus with David PeckIn my second virtual recording of "Look Ma', No Hands", I'm sitting down with Houston's well-known fashion designer David Peck to discuss the future of retail and shopping in a post-coronavirus world.2020-04-0150 minLook Ma', No HandsWisdom for Strong Marriage after Children with Rabbi David Lyon of Congregation Beth IsraelWhen my husband and I got married, we received three pre-marital counseling sessions from one of the Rabbi's who married us. After we had our first daughter, I always wondered what it would be like to go in for the "update": how do we take all the great guidance we receive before marriage and put it to use after kids are in the picture? In this episode, I finally get to ask all the questions I've had to Rabbi David Lyon of Congregation Beth Israel. His insight is like a warm blanket for the soul, and whether you have...2020-03-2432 minLook Ma', No HandsQuarantined with kids? Stay Sane with Dr. Elizabeth Hentschel of The Parenting WellIn my first-ever recorded skype interview for "Look Ma', No Hands", I'm chatting with Dr. Elizabeth Hentschel, psychologist and founder of "The Parenting Well", on coping with quarantine measures with little ones at home.2020-03-1933 minLook Ma', No HandsHow to talk to a two-year-old with Amanda Armbruster of Take a Break TotsWhat to you say to your child when they're slapping you in the face? Children's therapist Amanda Armbruster has an idea or two for how to deal with hitting, biting and a number of other normal behavioral issues we come face to face with in young children.2020-03-1736 minLook Ma', No HandsCultivating a Happy Life with Megan Birkel of Willow CrownsMegan Birkel might just be the most organized human being I've ever come across, but whenever I interview her, I come to find that it's so much more than that. Beyond the closets and clean kitchen is a woman who knows how to organize her life so that it's one she loves to live. This episode of "Look Ma' No Hands" will give you so many ideas, tips and suggestions on how to do the same.2020-03-101h 03Look Ma', No HandsThe best answer you've ever heard to the Stay-at-home vs. Working Mom debateI hate admitting it, but the question of whether to work or stay at home once I became a mother plagued me not just once, but after each one of my children were born. Each postpartum period, I fell victim to the ruthless debates that ensue over the subject and likely tortured myself a little over my "choice." Randi's take on this subject is the best one I've ever heard, and I hope it sets you free a little bit if this is something you've had difficulty with.2020-03-0356 minLook Ma', No HandsFreaking out about Coronavirus? Dr. Gail Clayton talks preparedness + what we knowCoronavirus - and the fear of it - is spreading. Dr. Gail Clayton specializes in functional medicine and offers her protocol for preparedness in this episode of "Look Ma' No Hands." For more information from Dr. Clayton and downloadable protocols, visit her at DrGailClayton.com.2020-02-2727 minLook Ma', No HandsWhat our children's behavior is telling us with parenting coach Randi RubensteinAccording to parenting coach Randi Rubenstein, "all behavior is communication." Through "conscious discipline", we can work with our children to unpack their emotions and create healthy patterns of communication that benefit the whole family.This episode was brought to you by Social Mama App! SocialMama is support and friendship at every stage of motherhood. The app provides opportunities for women to create meaningful mom friendships and build your mom tribe, without shaming or guilt. Go to socialmama.us to learn more and download the app!2020-02-251h 07Look Ma', No HandsUnmedicated birth, placenta encapsulation and postpartum care with doula and founder of Marley and Moo, Latina BaxterFirst things first: I'm an epidural girl. Second things second: Latina's incredible, non-judgmental approach to guiding women through childbirth and the postpartum period is why we were able to have such a candid, hilarious conversation about her natural birth experiences and what she knows about birth, perinatal and postpartum care as a doula and founder of Marley and Moo Maternity.You can learn more about Latina and inquire about her services at marleyandmoomaternity.com or follow her on instagram, @marleyandmoo.2020-02-2046 minLook Ma', No Hands"The Sex Talk: Part Two" with Meryl Cohen, Sex Therapist at Revive TherapyIn my last Sex Talk with Dr. Emily Jamea of Revive Therapy, we discussed all the ins and outs (eh hem) of having a healthy sex life postpartum and what that really looks like. In this episode, I'm asking a different question of Dr. Jamea's colleague, Dr. Meryl Cohen: how do we talk to our children about sex?Meryl Cohen is the author of "Why is this Sex Book Different from all other Sex Books?" and I think you'll find her commentary on how we introduce these kinds of conversations to our children fascinating. We also dive...2020-02-1741 minLook Ma', No Hands"God wants to give us all the good we can handle." SOLO episode!I humbly confess: I can't do it alone. Tune into this short solo episode for a story of a big miracle moment in my life and why I'm letting go of needing to do everything on my own.2020-02-1318 minLook Ma', No HandsRadical Self-Care with CEO of The Black Sheep Agency + Mother of Two, Aimee WoodallI expected to talk about "cramming it all in" when I greeted Aimee Woodall for our interview, but instead our conversation evolved into a heartfelt chat about self-care, honoring our time and living a full yet un-frazzled life. I was so refreshed by Aimee's daily routine, perspective and workplace implementations such as an office concierge that helps her employees with daily tasks like dry-cleaning so they can actually focus on their work AND enjoy their time off on the weekends. Aimee founded The Black Sheep Agency, an Inc.com Best Place to Work and local brand strategy and creative...2020-02-1153 minLook Ma', No HandsGetting Organized from the Inside Out with Ellen Cooley, personal organizer and founder of Southern SequenceIn this episode of "Look Ma', No Hands", personal organizer Ellen Cooley confirms what I've long suspected: our outside "mess" or lack thereof is a reflection of whatever we have going on inside of us (not sure what that says about my vehicle, which could certainly qualify me for an episode of "Hoarders: Buried Alive.") Clutter can often stem from chaos, which obviously includes the chaos of raising little ones. How can we stay tidy with tinies? Ellen answers all of our questions and speaks to the way organization has helped her keep her own anxiety under control is...2020-02-0445 minLook Ma', No Hands"The Sex Talk, Part One" with Dr. Emily Jamea of Revive TherapyForget everything you think you know about sex and dive into this episode about sex postpartum, the science behind our sex drive and lack thereof, why "scheduling sex" might not be as weird as you think it is, and what all couples should consider when approaching a healthy relationship in and out of the bedroom.2020-01-2848 minLook Ma', No HandsQuitting perfectionism and why trying to be good at everything is holding us back with Denise Hamilton, founder of Watch Her WorkWhat are the core traits that make someone successful? I'll give you a hint: it's not about being perfect at everything. It's not about being all things to all people, all the time."We're built with a set of gifts," explains Denise Hamilton. "You are not designed to impact the world through your weaknesses. You're designed to impact the world through your strengths."Forget editing and filtering your favorite snaps and think about how you filter what you see on social media. Why? Because our self-worth, ability to "start" the projects we've been dreaming of...2020-01-2145 minLook Ma', No HandsMary Beth Arcidiacono on tragedy, the loss of a child, her life today and what faith means to her nowMary Beth Arcidiacono, LMSW is a mother, social worker, consultant, researcher, and advocate. On August 8, 1998 she was involved in an accident with her four children on her family’s drive home from a vacation in Colorado. Her oldest son, Johnny, was killed, and his younger brother, Christopher, sustained a traumatic brain injury.Mary Beth started on a new path at the unexpected moment of her loss and along the way has struggled, explored, questioned, and discovered things that need to be shared with others. She has become an expert on the realities and consequences of traumatic loss an...2020-01-1442 minLook Ma', No HandsWine, Motherhood and Personal Growth with Keri HenryKeri Henry started Wine & "Bites" with Keri after stumbling upon some pretty magical grape juice and a whole bunch of wisdom, which she's sharing on this latest episode of "Look Ma' No Hands."2020-01-0929 minLook Ma', No HandsHow having her own baby changed one OBGYNs perspective for lifeDr. Megan Pallister is a Houston-based OBGYN for the modern era; she does skype calls with her patients for their two-week postpartum appointment so they don't have to trek all the way to her office (can I get a Hallelujah), her Instagram is a transparent, dedicated platform that makes you feel like you have an on-call OB/BFF, and her perspective on delivering babies changed in a major way when she finally had her own baby several years ago. If you've struggled with miscarriage, breastfeeding, baby blues and any of the other bumps in the road associated with life...2020-01-0738 minLook Ma', No HandsHolding space for mothers and the journeys we go on with Elizabeth Miller, mom + psychotherapistTalking to Elizabeth Miller of Elizabeth Miller Therapy was like walking into a warm hug. She's a psychotherapist and marriage and family counselor who works with women in all stages of motherhood and holds space for their stories, grief, love and hope. 2019-12-1734 minLook Ma', No HandsFinding true mom support in online communities and why it's harder than you thought it would beFacebook groups assembled to "support" moms in all stages of motherhood might appear to be communities of support, but underneath the surface, they can be a hotbed for "mom shaming", intense criticism and online bullying. Amanda Ducach decided to do something when she started "Social Mama App", a "match.com for moms" that helps you find your mom soulmates in a supportive online forum. Listen to hear from both Amanda and Amanda Vlastas of West University Moms on how the app is changing the game when it comes to friendship postpartum. 2019-12-1033 minLook Ma', No Hands"I'm a different person after each kid I have." - Basya Benshushan. mother of 4, on the evolution of the mother"Don't look back: you're not going that way." - Wayne Dyer. Basya Benshushan helps me piece together something I haven't understood until now: I'm not going back to who I was before, not even the person I was after I gave birth to my first daughter, Selma. There is no roadmap in my past for my future. With each child I bear, I grow more into who I am meant to be, and sometimes, I'm surprised by who she is. It's scary being in foreign territory with yourself. And yet, Basya's bravery has inspired my own and I hope y...2019-12-0539 minLook Ma', No HandsThe Highlight Reel, No-Shop November and The Bedroom after Babies (solo episode)The best of "Look Ma' No Hands" so far and the upcoming interviews I can't wait to share with you. Plus: my friend who's doing a "no-shop November" and why I'm inspired and the bedroom after babies - why nobody talks about it and every mama wants to talk about it.2019-11-2629 minLook Ma', No HandsProtecting your emotional bandwidth with Megan of Willow CrownsSelf-care is so much more than just getting a mani/pedi or doing an at-home facial. Self-care is about choices, prioritizing your needs and, as Megan of Willow Crowns puts it, making every decision with the goal of "preserving your emotional bandwidth." We only have so much energy to give to ourselves, our children, and our passions, so it makes sense that being meticulous about how we expend that energy, who we spend time with, and how we choose not to spend our time, makes all the difference in how we feel each day and what our lives look...2019-11-1948 minLook Ma', No HandsShort on time but long on style with mama and image consultant Natalie WeaklyForget doing your own hair when you wake up to a baby screaming, right? Messy buns, yoga pants - most of us are familiar with this version of the "mom" uniform. But what if we have more options than we think? According to image consultant and personal stylist Natalie Weakly of "Signature Style", it all starts with curating your closet and shopping with some of her highly coveted wisdom. Tune in for countless tips and tricks for how to look and feel fabulous - everyday - in motherhood and beyond. ALSO: 3 people every mama needs to be following on...2019-11-1246 minLook Ma', No HandsThe politics of motherhood and just saying "thank you" with Julie Lauren of "Hashtag No Filter"Can we still reach across the aisle in 2020? One of my best friends and host of the epic podcast "Hashtag No Filter" is turning the tables on me in this two-way interview where we go into why I started "Look Ma', No Hands", the truth behind my political convictions and why I think the intersection between motherhood and politics is so important. 2019-11-0540 minLook Ma', No HandsGetting perspective after a life-altering moment as a parentChanda Scott's daughter was a perfectly-developing 15-month old when suddenly, everything changed. Chanda came home to find her daughter has an escalating fever and was listless: she could no longer walk, talk or do any of the things that she was capable of just days before. She would later find out that her daughter had contracted Kawasaki disease, also known as mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome, which while extremely rare and treatable, would change their lives forever. In this episode of "Look Ma', No Hands", Chanda tells us how this moment changed her perspective, the way she approaches her business "...2019-10-2940 minLook Ma', No HandsBirthing a MotherI had a 30-hour labor with my firstborn that concluded in a c-section, several months of trauma and some physical agony to follow. I went for the big "VBAC" (Vaginal birth after c-section) with my second birth and now I have a lot to share about the process and what it really means to birth a baby...and a mother. I'm sitting down with the two birth doulas who helped me birth my second daughter Violet to discuss how we can better understand the meaning of birth and the importance of postpartum care for the modern day mama.2019-10-221h 08
Look Ma', No HandsThe Period GuruFor the first-ever episode of Look Ma', No Hands, I'm sitting down with functional nutritionist and self-proclaimed "Period Guru" Jenna Longoria to talk about hormonal imbalance, postpartum anxiety and depression, the side effects of hormonal birth control and how we can use what we know about our monthly cycles to empower ourselves throughout the month and live free-er of what weighs us down hormonally.2019-10-1437 min
Hashtag No FilterEpisode 37 | Laura Max Rose on Prioritizing Yourself, Intentionality, and Postpartum RealitiesIn episode 37 of Hashtag No Filter, Laura Max Rose and I discuss the differences and stark contrast between her two pregnancies and births, the realities of life postpartum, living life and being able to do it all (i.e. not just being a mother, not just being a friend, not just having a job, etc...), taking immaculate care of yourself and the importance of prioritizing yourself and not making yourself an afterthought, advice for a first time mom, social media and parenting, social media in general, imperfection, marriage, staying sane, following your gut, adult friendships, and so much more.
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Life Unscripted with Julie LaurenEpisode 37 | Laura Max Rose on Prioritizing Yourself, Intentionality, and Postpartum Realities In episode 37 of Hashtag No Filter, Laura Max Rose and I discuss the differences and stark contrast between her two pregnancies and births, the realities of life postpartum, living life and being able to do it all (i.e. not just being a mother, not just being a friend, not just having a job, etc...), taking immaculate care of yourself and the importance of prioritizing yourself and not making yourself an afterthought, advice for a first time mom, social media and parenting, social media in general, imperfection, marriage, staying sane, following your gut, adult friendships, and so much more.
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