A month ago, my parents came to visit, and my mom and I had a series of really good conversations. Conversations that were deeper than we had had in years. And we both loved it. It made me realize that the last few years, when we've been together I've been in "mom" mode, and she's been in "grandma" mode, which means we don't get to talk like we used to. Part of that is just this season of life. But, I'm guessing some of you might feel the same. Because of all of this, this week, I'm giving you 5 Questions To Ask Your Mom this Mother's Day by sharing a conversation I had with my mom. I was insp ..read more

This week, I'm sharing a conversation with Amanda Auer. Amanda is a mom of 4, who walked through unexpected heart failure with one of her daughters two years ago. Throughout their hospital stay, Amanda documented their journey online, providing updates to friends and family, and inviting people into their hospital experience, fears, and the process of figuring out what was wrong and how best to care for her daughter. Amanda's honesty and vulnerability as she walked through a season that would be any mom's worst nightmare captivated thousands, and she continued writing online as her daughter an ..read more

I've learned recently that therapy is a big, scary unknown for a lot of people. My goal for the episode is to help normalize it and teach you what you can expect when you go. We're covering some basics like: - why go to therapy? - what is unique about therapy? - what should you expect in your first session? - how long does it take?     ..read more

In Episode 32, I'm chatting with Emi Rigby. Emi is a mom, blogger, a tech worker, and one of my favorite people to follow online. I'm thrilled to share this week's conversation, with Emi Rigby. Emi is someone I've followed online since college when she ran a travel blog, and I've looked up to her ever since. She is positive, adventurous, and creative, and she never fails to inspire me with her various pursuits. In addition to being a mom (of 3!), she's worked for Teach For America, Google, and a handful of other companies and creative ventures. In this episode, we talk about finding ways to bu ..read more

Have you ever wondered if you and your spouse should see a therapist? ​ This summer, I researched the transition to parenting and the effect it has on marriages. Disclaimer; what I learned was concerning. Most couples report a large decrease in marital satisfaction for the first SEVERAL years of their child's life. But it doesn't have to be that way. A couples therapist can help you avoid these "down years" in your marriage, and help you develop tools for communicating, empathizing, and supporting one another through some of life's most challenging transitions. ​ This episode is for anyone wh ..read more

We’re almost exactly halfway through the year, so today, I’m going to talk about revisiting annual goals and reevaluating what is and isn't realistic in light of all of the changes and unexpected experiences 2020 has brought.  I'll also share "state of the podcast" update and share my plans for the summer!  ..read more

This is one of my favorite episodes so far because I know it's going to be valuable for so many of you. My guest for Episode 28 is Holly Osment, LMFT, LPCC,. Professor Osment is a mom of 2, a private practice sex psychotherapist, and an adjunct professor in my grad program at Santa Clara University. Her Human Sexuality class has opened my mind and educated me in so many ways I didn't anticipate, and I'm thrilled she agreed to share her knowledge with my community. In this episode, we talk about the gaps in sex education, the importance of knowing your anatomy, the shame and secrecy around sexu ..read more

Have you felt horrible after listening to a podcast, reading a book, or scrolling social media, and the news?  In this episode, Mandy Santos and I chat about how to notice the effects of the content you're consuming. She offers practical tips and shares her own experience of learning to discern what is and isn't healthy to engage with.  Mandy is an author, grad student, the Director of Lifegroups at Echo.church, and a wife and mom of 5. In our conversation, she shares wisdom from all the different arenas of life she participates in. I can't wait to hear what you think ..read more

Join my friend, Sanli Yang, and I as we chat about all things early motherhood. In this episode, we cover how Sanli poop-trained her boys before their first birthdays, how to navigate and recover from an unplanned c-section, and how to use your story to connect to younger moms who might need to hear from you. Sanli was 100% one of those moms who took me under her wing, and I'm thrilled to share her wisdom with all of you.  ..read more

This week, I'm chatting with Dr. Melissa Adrouny about all things Women's Health. We cover everything from what to expect when you walk into an OBGYN's office, to expectations around pregnancy, to the importance of social support in motherhood, to how to think through trying to have a baby in the midst of the uncertainty of COVID-19.  You can learn more about Dr. Melissa here: https://adrounywomenshealth.com ..read more