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Motherhood UneditedA Wild RideWhat do you do when your expectations of motherhood do not turn out like you expected? Many people when they find out they are pregnant go out and buy all the books and do all the research to prepare for motherhood. While some of those books and resources can be great, I truly believe nothing can prepare you for all the ups and downs that come with this new role. Honestly, even if people tell you all the struggle that can come with motherhood, it’s hard to truly imagine until you are in it. Unfortunately, when you’re in it...2022-09-1349 minMotherhood UneditedMy Body Is A WonderlandPregnancy and the postpartum time period comes with its fair share of challenges. An area that many mothers struggle with after giving birth is their bodies. Many find it frustrating that their body did not bounce back like they thought it would after giving birth. They keep breastfeeding, try to eat right, and attempt to workout. Yet, try as they might, they see little to no difference. The number on the scale doesn’t budge and they still don’t fit into your pre-pregnancy clothes. It can be really disappointing and frustrating when that becomes the reality. I think many m...2022-08-3038 minMotherhood UneditedNot Cut Out for MotherhoodMany people dream about becoming a mom and envision what that role will look and feel like when it happens. However, when motherhood becomes the reality it can feel disappointing when it doesn’t meet those expectations. People say that motherhood is difficult and that sleep is hard to come by, which is true, but there isn’t much else that is shared. People often don’t talk about the anxiety, the thought that you’re not cut out for this, and the pressure of looking after this tiny human full-time with few breaks. When a person first steps into the mot...2022-07-2641 minMotherhood UneditedFinancial IndependenceBeing a parent is one of the hardest jobs a person can have. I have a career and I am a mom, and I would say my full time gig is a breeze compared to motherhood. Unfortunately, you don't get paid to be a mom. This week we are talking with Prashanti B. about the ups and downs of motherhood and the importance of having financial freedom/independence. Prashanthi talks about how essential it is for a mom, even as stay at home mom, to have some form of financial independence. It could be selling your art on Etsy, selli...2022-07-1935 minMotherhood UneditedThe Waves of the OceanI always say that everyone’s motherhood story is unique to them. This week I am speaking with Nicole Hennesey about her journey, which has not been easy. She talks about how at 17 years old she left her abusive boyfriend and immediately after, found out she was pregnant. Nicole’s road has had its emotional ups and downs, and this week she talks about everything that she has overcome to get where she is today. She has experienced some big waves, but that hasn’t stopped her from living out her dreams. She currently lives in Maryland with her husband, two...2022-07-1247 min
Motherhood UneditedHow Do We Compare?It is very common to compare yourself to others, especially when it comes to motherhood. It’s not unheard of to look at other moms on social media or in your own life and like they are rocking motherhood in a way that you aren’t. Other moms seem to be enjoying so much of their motherhood experience. Is that reality? This week on Motherhood Unedited we are talking with Danyelle Hahn about her experience with motherhood and how comparison has come up on her journey. We talk about how social media plays a big role in the comparisons moms make...2022-07-0535 minMotherhood UneditedThe Many Faces of MotherhoodMotherhood varies from culture to culture and from country to country. This week on Motherhood Unedited we are talking with Monica Prado about her motherhood experience. Monica lives in the Philippines with her husband and 8 year old daughter. Even though there are many differences between our cultures, and we live thousands of miles apart, we connected on so many levels. During our discussion we talked about how there are expectations around being the perfect mom, but ultimately perfection is unattainable. We also talked about how important it is to practice self care (even if it’s a work in progre...2022-06-2842 minMotherhood UneditedThe Whirlwind of MotherhoodThis week we are chatting with Arianna Stinson about her motherhood experience. Arianna lives in New Jersey with her 3 kids, one of which she had during the pandemic. She describes the anxiety she had around COVID, making sure her baby and the rest of her family were safe. Unfortunately, that meant disappointing some family members and other special people in her life. Arianna describes how motherhood came naturally to her, which she said surprised her seeing she was young when she had her first child. Nonetheless, she describes some of the challenges she has experienced navigating her motherhood journey, and of...2022-06-2141 minMotherhood UneditedAn Adventure of a LifetimeSo much of life is out of our control, motherhood especially. Oftentimes women strive to be the perfect mom, but perfection is unattainable. Motherhood isn’t about being perfect. It’s about showing up, taking chances, and being willing to make mistakes. This week on Motherhood Unedited we get to hear from Tanya Marie Figueras Kraisinger also known as Tanya MFK. Tanya shares her motherhood adventure and how after losing her husband to cancer, being cheated out of all her money by her ex-business partner, remarrying, giving birth to her son, and managing depression, she has found true happiness in her li...2022-06-1448 minMotherhood UneditedWhen Two Worlds CollideMotherhood is a learning journey. As moms we often hear that we have to take care of ourselves in order to fully take care of our children. While it might sound cliche, there is merit to those words. How we as moms interpret and experience our world greatly impacts those around us, including our children. When our glass is empty because we give and give without taking that time for ourselves, so many aspects of our lives suffer.
This week on Motherhood Unedited we are talking with Laura Lynn LaPointe about so many aspects of motherhood, including the...2022-06-0740 minMotherhood UneditedAn Unbearable Loss“He was alive! I felt him! and then he was gone, and all I could think about was how my body did that to him.” Grief and loss are never easy to talk about, especially when losing a baby unexpectedly. While the topic is not an easy one, it is an important conversation to have when it comes to motherhood. Therefore, to close out Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month Vera Chapman discusses how she has navigated losing her son Hayes at 37 weeks gestation and processing the shame and guilt that followed. She also describes how she and her family have mov...2022-05-311h 07Motherhood UneditedIt's Okay To Not Be OkayPostpartum depression and anxiety look different for everyone. For some people it looks like rage. Some people cry all the time or feel the emotional highs and lows. For others, leaving the house with a baby feels like an insurmountable task, which causes significant distress. This week in honor of mental health awareness month we are talking with Morgan Rahimi about postpartum mental health.
Morgan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Perinatal Mental Health Counselor and the Vice President of Central Florida Postpartum Alliance. Morgan doesn’t just talk about her expertise in the perinatal mental he...2022-05-2440 minMotherhood UneditedThe Burden of Motherhood“I felt so much pressure when it came to being a new mom and having that instant intuition”, says Kellie Rensink, our amazing guest this week. While some women can tap into their maternal instincts right off the bat, many women struggle. The reality is that it’s not always as simple as intuition. There is a lot of learning and growing that happens at the start of a woman’s motherhood journey. However, the pressure women put on themselves to be perfect can be too much at times. Stressed, overwhelmed, lonely and blissful, are some of the emotions that many wom...2022-05-1750 minMotherhood UneditedOne Is The Loneliest NumberConnecting with other moms and having a social support system is an important part of motherhood, but what happens when you aren’t able to build that village? On this week’s episode we are chatting with Rachel Elder. Rachel delivered her daughter right before the pandemic, and just when she felt comfortable bringing her out into the world and meeting other moms to share in her journey, the pandemic happened. That connection that she wanted so badly wasn’t an option. In addition, the anxiety she felt around the health and safety of her daughter and family only exacerbat...2022-05-1043 minMotherhood UneditedRolling With The PunchesOn this week’s episode we are getting real and raw with Leah Stine. She dives deep into her motherhood experience raising 3 children all while having a successful career as a writer. Motherhood was eye-opening for Leah. She had so many expectations of what it was going to be like. She envisioned having the perfect labor and delivery and being able to bond with her baby through breastfeeding. However, with her first baby it didn’t quite work out that way. She experienced much of the unexpected. Even though the start to her motherhood journey did not happen like she planned...2022-05-0340 min
Motherhood UneditedAn Honest PassionCara always wanted to be a mom, but when she actually became one during the pandemic her thoughts totally changed. She questioned her decision and struggled with her identity as a mom. On this week’s episode we get to hear from Cara Bryans about all that she experienced jumping into motherhood, and how she learned to overcome so many obstacles. She even shares a traumatic experience, while in the hospital delivering her daughter, that contributed to the postpartum challenges she experienced during her daughter’s first year. Despite all the challenges, Cara was able to start her own soci...2022-04-2651 minMotherhood UneditedThe Shoulds We Tell OurselvesOn this week’s episode I talk about all the shoulds we tell ourselves as moms. “I should breastfeed '', “I should have a natural birth”, “I should be happy most of the time”, and “motherhood should be the most rewarding experience” just to name a few. I share some of my own experiences as a mom and discuss the pressure that gets put on moms when they don’t live up to the shoulds they hear. I touch on social media and how posts made by some experts in the field add shame to a mother’s experience, rather than confiden...2022-04-1911 minMotherhood UneditedTrailerPremiering April 26th, this podcast dives deep into the mom life. On Motherhood Unedited we speak with moms from all over the globe about everything that goes into being a mom. No topic is off limits! Each episode will either feature a deep and meaningful conversation with an amazing mom or some words of wisdom and truths from yours truly. My mission through this podcast is to provide a space for every day moms, who are currently in the trenches of motherhood, to feel connected and validated. No mom is alone on this journey. On Motherhood Unedited we got you! 2022-04-0700 min
Beyond the SmileBeyond The Smile: Real Talk with Real People / Episode 11Ever hear about Brainspotting? Yep - neither had I. Until I met the incredible Shaina Feingold. Check out my interview with her and let me know what you think!
Shaina Feingold is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Trauma and Performance Specialist. She is certified in Brainspotting, which she uses to provide clients with lasting results. She received her Masters in Social Work from California State University, Los Angeles with a focus in trauma and forensics. She has spent the bulk of her career working with adolescents and adults who have a...2021-06-0446 min