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The Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 36: Holiday Boundaries Pep TalkWelcome to the 36th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This SOLO episode gets into the topic of BOUNDARIES as we approach the holidays. We chat about the complexities of navigating the holiday season, particularly for mothers and women dealing with grief and loss. Natalia emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, managing expectations, and prioritizing self-care. We talk about how to shift your mindset around boundaries and view them as a gift to both you and others around you (yes even when you are saying no to their invitation!)
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00:00 Introduction and Holiday Ref...
2025-12-1818 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 35: Somatic Healing: Reconnecting with the wisdom of your body in Motherhood with Cathy WilliamsSummary
Welcome to another guest episode! In this episode of the Mom Mentality podcast, Natalia speaks with Cathy Williams, a trailblazer in body-based healing and creative arts therapy. Cathy shares her journey from community development to becoming a movement and expressive arts therapist, emphasizing the importance of somatic practices in healing and emotional processing.We discuss the challenges mothers face in connecting with their bodies and emotions, the role of intuition in motherhood, and practical tips for self-care. The conversation highlights the power of creative expression and movement in processing trauma and emotions, encouraging listeners to embrace...
2025-12-0454 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 34: When the path to motherhood is not so simple: Navigating IVF and infertility with Lauren RoseWelcome to the 34th episode of the Mom Mentality Podcast! This guest episode is with Lauren Antonucci, the creator of Simply Lauren Rose! Lauren shares candidly about her journey through infertility and IVF. We get deep into the emotional challenges she faced, and how she navigated the complexities of becoming a mother. We also get into her experience with pregnancy after having fertility challenges and the hurdles that come along with that. Our conversation highlights the importance of community support, the impact of mental health on the journey to motherhood, and the significance of open communication in relationships during...
2025-10-3049 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 33: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month: Letting people down and other thoughts as a loss mom and trauma therapistWelcome to the 33rd episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast! In this SOLO episode, we talk about the significance of Pregnancy and Infancy Loss Awareness Month. I share my personal experiences and professional insights on the emotional challenges faced by women who experience pregnancy loss. We also get into the controversial topic of when/if you share your pregnancy and/or loss with others.The conversation emphasizes the importance of sharing these experiences, the feelings of responsibility that often accompany loss, and the benefits of community support. Natalia encourages listeners to acknowledge their emotions and seek connection with others...
2025-10-2319 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 32: Finding the balance in motherhood with holistic nutrionist, Corinne AngelicaWelcome to the 32nd episode of the Mom Mentality Podcast! This guest episode is with Corinne Angelica, a Mom, wife and former High School teacher turned Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Entrepreneur, Podcaster & Speaker. In this conversation she shares her journey of motherhood and holistic health, emphasizing the unpredictability of parenting and the importance of self-care. She discusses her experiences with hormonal health, nutrition's role in fertility, and the mental challenges of motherhood. Corinne highlights the significance of trusting one's body and the spiritual aspects of fertility, encouraging women to empower themselves through knowledge and self-forgiveness.
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2025-10-0250 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 31: You were a daughter first: A practice for meeting your inner child in motherhood's tough momentsWelcome to the 31st episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast! In this SOLO episode, we explore the intersection of motherhood and trauma. I share how early life experiences shape our perceptions of motherhood and the overwhelming feelings that can arise. I reflect on the idea of approaching ourselves through the inner daughter that lives within each of us when we are met with the inevitable emotional challenges of being a mother. We also get into all of the invisible societal conditioning and expectations that come with the role of mother and how to begin to disentangle those.
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2025-09-2517 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 30: The Healing Power of Creativity in Motherhood with artist and author Jaime TownzenWelcome to the 30th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode is with Jamie Townsend, a writer, artist, and mother, about the profound impact of motherhood and grief on creativity. Jamie shares her journey through loss and grief, how she found healing through art, and the importance of prioritizing self-care. They discuss the themes of Jamie's upcoming novel, which explores the challenges faced by women and their daughters, and the significance of empathy and curiosity in parenting. Our conversation emphasizes the need for mothers to nurture their own creativity and well-being while navigating the complexities of family...
2025-09-1852 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 29: A New Lens on Motherhood: The healing power of video storytelling with Kalee Isbell founder of Isbell Family FilmsWelcome to the 28th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode is with Kaylee Isbell, founder of Isbell Family Films. Kaylee shares her journey through postpartum depression and how it led her to discover the healing power of video editing. She discusses the challenges of motherhood, the importance of community support, and the impact of social media on parenting. Kaylee emphasizes the significance of preserving family memories and how her business helps families create meaningful films from their footage. The conversation highlights the ongoing journey of self-acceptance and the need for mothers to maintain their identity while...
2025-09-0452 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 28: Breathwork and Motherhood: Connecting to your inner guidance system with Erika Polsinelli from Evolve by ErikaWelcome to the 28th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode is with Erika Polsinelli, transformative kundalini meditation teacher and podcast host. We dive deep into the transformative power of Kundalini meditation and breathwork, sharing our personal journeys and insights. We also discuss the science behind meditation, its impact on motherhood, and the importance of community support. There are also some juicy tips from Erika about manifestation, abundance, and the role of trusting in the universe.
If you love the episode I would so appreciate you sharing/rating/subscribing wherever you listen to pod...
2025-08-2842 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastRest is Productive: A guided relaxation practice to find rest and reconnection to self when it all feels too muchWelcome to the 27th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast! This SOLO episode, is one where I offer you space to rest and connect with your emotions without feeling overwhelmed by them. I guide you through a light stream exercise with visualizing and connection to your body. Most of us were not taught how to connect with our body and emotions and often get stuck analyzing and intellectualizing. I know this practice will be refreshing and nourishing for you and you can come back to it as many times as you need.
I would love to...
2025-07-1711 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 26: From Perfection to Connection: Sharing my Motherhood JourneyWelcome to the 26th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast! In this SOLO episode, I get open and honest about my personal journey through motherhood, highlighting my challenges of pregnancy loss, anxiety, and postpartum mental health. I reflect on my process, from striving for control and for the perfect pregnancy and birth to leaning into vulnerability and connection through my imperfect journey. We also talk about preeclampsia and my experience with my son being in the NICU.
I know so many of you will relate and I can't wait to hear from those of you wh...
2025-07-1116 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 25: Moving with Motherhood: How to keep showing up for you in this new season with Nicole GarciaWelcome to the 25th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode is with Nicole Garcia, mom of three and the founder of Motherhood Moves, a fitness community focused on supporting mothers through their wellness journeys. Nicole shares her personal experiences with motherhood, fitness, and the importance of self-care. We get real on the challenges mothers face, the significance of building a supportive community, and the need for a non-judgmental space where moms can show up as they are. We also talk about breaking generational patterns, finding identity beyond motherhood, and the struggles of balancing life and business...
2025-07-0353 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 24 : Healing and Revealing yourself in Motherhood: How to Fuse Traditional Therapy and Ancient Healing Practices with Parashakti AlexandraWelcome to the 24th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode is with Parashakti Alexandra Spergel, a mother and sacred space holder supporting women through life transitions and rites of passage. We discuss the transformative power of pain, the importance of community support, and the role of therapy and ancient healing practices in personal growth. Alexandra shares her experiences with OCD, trauma, and the significance of creativity during pregnancy. Our conversation also touches on the concept of matrescence, the challenges of postpartum life, and the profound changes that motherhood brings to one's identity and sense of self.
2025-06-2655 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 23: The Simple Shift that Can Change Everything: How to Create the Motherhood Experience you DeserveWelcome to the 23rd episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast! This SOLO episode we will have a chat about my reflections and a practical tool to shift your experience as a mom for the better! I explain the importance of prioritizing personal needs over societal expectations. We also get into the common struggle of feeling overwhelmed by 'shoulds' in motherhood and focus on the need for self-care and personal fulfillment to better support both ourselves and our children. It is simple but it is POWERFUL.
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00:00 Introduction to the Mom Mentality Podcast
01:57 Reflections on Mot...
2025-06-1912 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 22: Holding the Mother: The transformative power of postpartum support with Alex MonahanWelcome to the 22nd episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode with Alex Monahan, mother and doula, is a heartfelt conversation about the complexities of motherhood, the importance of emotional wellbeing, and the vital role of support during the postpartum period. We discuss our personal experiences with birth trauma, the significance of building a supportive birth team, and the healing power of community. Alex also opens up about her experience with grief as a motherless mother.
If you love the episode I would so appreciate you sharing/rating/subscribing!!
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2025-06-1255 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 21: Redefining Your Worth: Body Image and Identity Shifts in Motherhood with Francesca EmmaWelcome to the 21st episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode with Francesca Emma, mother and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, is all about body image and identity changes in motherhood! She shares her insights on motherhood, body image, and emotional eating. We discuss the importance of modeling healthy relationships with food for children, understanding the impact of pregnancy on body image, and navigating the challenges of emotional eating and shame. We also get into social media’s influence on our body image and how to build a community around you that is supportive.
If yo...
2025-06-0549 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 20: Healing the Mother Wound with Marci BaronWelcome to the 20th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode with Marci Baron, intuitive guide, energy alchemist, author and mom, gets into the topic of the Mother Wound! She helps us understand how to identify the Mother Wound within ourselves and how she helps her clients to heal in order to improve their motherhood journeys and relationship to themselves and other women.
If you love the episode I would so appreciate you sharing/rating/subscribing!!
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00:00 Introduction to Marci Barron
03:28 Marci's Journey into Motherhood and...
2025-05-2953 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 19: The Realities of Expecting: De-influencing Motherhood with Caitlin WilderWelcome to the 19th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode is with Caitlin Wilder from Wilder Beginnings, doula, content creator, and mom of two. We get candid about her journey to becoming a doula and content creator, the expectations vs. realities of postpartum, the lies that influencers tell about motherhood, and allowing yourself to enjoy your unique motherhood experience.
If you love this episode I would SO appreciate you sharing/rating/subscribing so other moms can easily find the podcast too!
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00:00 Introduction to Caitlin Wilder
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2025-05-2241 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 18: Staying true to you in motherhood with Kali QuinnWelcome to the 18th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode with Kali Quinn, intuitive tarot card reader and mom of two, is all about connecting with and following your intuition and advocating for yourself as a mother and woman. Kali also shares an intuitive tarot card reading for the collective Mom Mentality Community with us at the end!
If you love the episode I would so appreciate you sharing/rating/subscribing
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00:00 Embracing Intuition in a Skeptical World
11:12 Navigating Client Relationships and Boundaries
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2025-05-1558 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 17: From Pain to Purpose: On Creating Inclusive Spaces for Mothers with Laura SiddonsWelcome to the 17th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode with Laura Siddons, co-owner of The Nesting Place, is all about creating your village, how transformational experiences shape your path, setting boundaries, and so much more!
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00:00 Introduction to Motherhood and Community Support
03:51 Laura's Journey to Becoming a Doula
06:08 The Birth of a Support Group
09:06 Transformative Experiences in Motherhood
12:08 Navigating Postpartum Challenges
15:17 Creating Inclusive Spaces for Mothers
18:04 Lessons from Twin Motherhood
21:04 The Importance of Self-Care and Bo...
2025-05-0147 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 16: Mother or Martyr? My reflections on celebrating your birthday as a momWelcome to the 16th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This SOLO episode we will have an honest conversation about my experience in celebrating my birthday as a mom recently and the societal messages we get about our identity when we become mothers.
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00:00 Life Update and Reflections on Motherhood
09:18 The Journey of Motherhood and Self-Care
13:39 Shifting the Narrative: Celebrating Yourself as a Mother
19:33 The Importance of Time for Moms
I hope you found this episode to be inspiring and transform the way you view yourself and motherhood. I am so gra...
2025-04-2416 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 15: How to Find More Ease in Motherhood: Applying the Wisdom of Human Design with Helen GardnerWelcome to the 15th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode with Helen Gardner, is all about using your Human Design to find more flow and ease in motherhood!
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00:00 Introduction to Human Design and Motherhood
03:50 Helen's Journey into Human Design
06:54 Understanding Human Design Types
10:01 The Role of Energy Types in Parenting
12:58 Emotional vs Non-Emotional Energy Centers
15:54 Navigating Emotions as a Non-Emotional Parent
18:58 The Importance of Boundaries in Motherhood
21:57 Managing Energy and Emotions in Parenting
24:58 Th...
2025-04-1753 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 14: Self-Compassion and How to Meet the Moment with More Grace with Leigh CraneWelcome to the 14th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode with Leigh Crane, is all about SELF COMPASSION and learning to meet the moment with presence and grace!
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00:00 Introduction to the Mom Mentality Podcast
02:07 The Journey of Motherhood and Self-Compassion
06:10 Finding Balance in Parenting
10:19 Transitioning from Educator to Full-Time Mom
14:52 The Value of Motherhood and Identity
18:01 Navigating Choices in Motherhood
24:09 Experiencing Loss: The Impact of Miscarriage
26:31 Navigating the Journey of Parenthood
30:32 Embracing the Po...
2025-04-1047 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 13: On Simplifying Your Self-Care as a MomWelcome to the 13th episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This SOLO episode we will have a real talk chat about self-care as a mom. In the episode we chat about:
The challenge of self-care as a mom
The way we approach self-care can create stress instead of relief.
Understand the 'how' and ‘why’ behind self-care practices.
Negative self-talk can block the benefits of self-care.
Identifying and changing negative beliefs
Self-compassion
Mindfulness as a mom
You are not your thoughts and tools for observing your thoughts
Thank you so much for listening! I am so gra...
2025-04-0321 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 12: Reconnecting to your Innate Wisdom: Chiropractic care and Motherhood with Dr. Adriana LazareWelcome to the TWELFTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode with Dr. Adriana Lazare, is all about trusting the innate wisdom of your body and intuition as a mom from pregnancy through postpartum. In the episode we chat about:
Adriana's Journey to Chiropractic Care
The Importance of Trusting Your Body
Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy
The Holistic Approach to Motherhood
Tuning into Innate Wisdom
Navigating the Challenges of Motherhood
Motherless mothers and how loss impacts parenting
Trusting Yourself as a Mother
Empowering New Mothers
Adriana is a mom and a chiropractor based...
2025-03-2742 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 11: We don't need to be managed: Mom rage and how to actually deal with triggersWelcome to the TENTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This SOLO episode gets into the topic of Managing Triggers around pregnancy, birth, and postpartum/motherhood and more. Topics we chat about include:
Life update
Whats been coming up for me lately
Identifying your mom triggers
How to prepare for being triggered
Giving yourself space vs. managing your feelings
Mom rage and what it's actually about
Thank you so much for listening! I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you!
I know your time is SO precious as a mom...
2025-03-2116 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 10: : Its Major: Miscarriage and Why it needs more space than it is givenWelcome to the TENTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This SOLO episode gets into the topic of Miscarriage and why it needs more acknowledgement. Topics in this episode include:
Miscarriage compared to other grief
Statistics on miscarriage
Changes in societal conversations
The impact of NOT acknowledging it
How to create space to honor your loss
Moving forward after miscarriage
Thank you so much for listening! I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you!
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it re...
2025-03-1417 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 9: The Mental Load and How to Harness your Superpower with Jaclyn WeissWelcome to the NINTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This guest episode with corporate mom of four and entrepreneur, Jaclyn Weiss, gets into the Mental Load and so much more! Topics in this episode include:
Balancing work and family life,
Navigating ADHD as a mom
Being present with your children
Jaclyn’s experiences with postpartum anxiety
The emotional toll of miscarriage
The significance of connection among mothers and learning from each other
Jaclyn Weiss is a powerhouse mom of four, a Financial Crime Compliance corporate leader, and a multi-business owner with a passion for taking mes...
2025-03-0650 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 8: The surprising way to boost your confidence as a momWelcome to the EIGHTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This solo episode is all about the secret to CONFIDENCE as a new mom or mom to be!
Life update
Energy of confidence
Research on confidence and belonging
What confidence is truly about
Importance of being authentic and honest with friends to build confidence
Visualization to help with confidence
Podcast community/connection
Thank you so much for listening! I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you!
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and i...
2025-02-2717 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 7: Empowering yourself in Pregnancy and Motherhood with Avrey GabrielleWelcome to the SEVENTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about empowering yourself in pregnancy, birth, and motherhood!
The role of a Doula vs. Midwife
Avrey’s journey to becoming a doula
Pregnancy and birth during COVID
Preparing for a second child
Holistic support for pregnancy and postpartum
Bringing spirituality into the birth process and beyond
A very special angel card reading!
Guest info:
Avrey Gabrielle is the founder of Womb Earth and Beyond and has served as a birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, lactation counselor, energy healer, and yoga practition...
2025-02-2056 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 6: Beginning AGAIN and How to move forward when your journey didn't start as you hopedWelcome to the SIXTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about BEGINNING AGAIN when your first chapter didn't go as you hoped.
In this episode we chat about
Our hidden expectations about how our journey will look
Honoring your grief
When you think you moved forward but you haven’t really
Rewriting your story and identifying your desired beliefs
Goal vs. Value based behavior
Growth vs. Fixed Mindset
Reminder of who you truly are
Taking your power back
Thank you so much for listening! I am so grateful to be on this moth...
2025-02-1319 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 5: The Power of Mom Friends and Shedding the Shame of PostpartumWelcome to the FIFTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about the power of MOM FRIENDS!
In this episode we chat about
How we met and our first impressions of one another
Our birth stories
Birth trauma
Mom friends as mirrors
Breaking stigma around medication and PPD/PPA
The shock of becoming a new mom
Postpartum psychosis vs. PPD/PPA
What to say to new moms instead of “it gets better”
GUEST INFO
My beautiful mom friend Melissa Siegman, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in perinatal...
2025-02-0642 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 4: When Things Don't Go to Plan AKA Motherhood and How to Navigate the UnknownWelcome to the fourth episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about navigating the unexpected and unknown in Motherhood!
In this episode we chat about
The constant change and unexpected in motherhood- life update from me
Masculine vs. Feminine (Structure vs. Flow)
What it looks like when we are out of balance
How being out of balance relates to anxiety
How to regain balance and why its needed for managing the unplanned
Strategies and structures to help you stay grounded
Mindfulness for staying present and in flow
Acknowledging your wins and being y...
2025-01-3017 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 3: Cry Baby: Anxiety in Motherhood and Why you need to cryWelcome to the third episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about ANXIETY!
In this episode we chat about
How common anxiety is for moms
My perspective on crying in motherhood
Suppressing our emotions and how it impacts anxiety
Shame around expressing emotions
Questions to ask yourself to understand and manage your anxiety
Strategies for reducing anxiety
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Breathwork APP link https://evolvebyerika.uscreen.io/?via=natalia
HIGHLY SENSITIVE PERSON TEST LINK- https://hsperson.com
Thank you so much for listening! I am so grat...
2025-01-2316 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 2: Guilty as a MotherWelcome to the second episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about MOM GUILT!
In this episode we chat about:
Understanding our guilt
The history of our guilt
How societal conditioning impacts our guilt as women
How to spot Guilt
How to change your relationships to guilt
The thing you might be doing that makes guilt stronger
Mindset shifts and perspectives to help manage guilt
Strategies to take the control back
Reflecting on your future relationship with your children and partner
Thank you so much for listening! I am so grateful to be on this...
2025-01-1628 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastEpisode 1: Get to know me and My 5 Why's
Welcome to the first episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode will be for you to get to know me a little bit and also clarify my intentions for this podcast and what I hope for you to get out of it.
I am a psychologist, mom, and advocate for maternal mental health
I am a new mom, my son is 13 months old. I experienced a miscarriage prior to conceiving my son. I also went through a traumatic birth experience with my son being born 5 weeks early due to preeclampsia. In ear...
2025-01-0916 minThe Mom Mentality PodcastThe Mom Mentality Podcast TrailerWelcome to the Mom Mentality Podcast. If you have been looking for a safe space to have authentic and unfiltered conversations about motherhood you have come to the right place.Im Dr. Natalia Rappa, a fellow new mom, holistic psychologist, and an advocate for maternal mental health. It is my belief that in order to truly enjoy the journey of becoming a mom, we have to also make space for all the hard stuff. Each week we will dive deep into my own reflections of motherhood mixed with mental health topics and practical strategies. So if you are done...
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