Bringing back a classic episode from May 2022! With experts, social media, books, family members, and co-parents telling us the “right” way to parent, it can feel overwhelming and make us question ourselves. Conscious parenting expert Erin Morrison and child development expert Evelyn Mendal pop by to do a deep dive into what feels like the endless ocean of parental information. They share how to weed through information overload and how we can learn to trust ourselves as parents. This episode will restore your confidence as a parent and help you view parenting in a new light. Links: https://ww ..read more

Relive the magic as we revisit one of our favorite episodes from Season 1! Originally airing in April 2022, this podcast episode features Libby Ward who shares her personal story of breaking cycles. One of the things that defines modern parenthood is breaking the generational cycles of abuse and negative parenting behaviors of the past. The creator behind Diary of an Honest Mom Libby Ward stops by to discuss her upbringing and how it informed her parenting, her relatable content and her meteoric rise on social media. She shares insights on how to be a change-maker in your family.  Links ..read more

In this festive, fun episode, Tara welcomes Cammy and Celia, hosts of the Bougie Mom Friends podcast, to her holiday party. They explore the excitement and stress of the holiday season, sharing personal anecdotes and practical tips for navigating the challenges that come with it. Cammy and Celia share their 5 “SANTA” tips to surviving the holidays in one piece. The trio share nostalgic holiday traditions from their childhoods, such as decorating Christmas trees, listening to the Cabbage Patch Kids sing Christmas carols. In this lively conversation, they discuss the challenges of managing ..read more

In this raw and honest conversation, Tara and Jill Smokler, OG blogger and founder of the successful parenting blog Scary Mommy, discuss their journeys in the world of mommy blogging, the evolution of parenting content, and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in a rapidly changing digital landscape. They reflect on their experiences with Scary Mommy, the impact of ever-shifting social media trends, and Jill's personal health journey with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Jill and Tara discuss the challenges of making friends as parents, the dynamics of individual sports ..read more

In this festive, fun episode, Tara welcomes Cammy and Celia, hosts of the Bougie Mom Friends podcast, to her holiday party. They explore the excitement and stress of the holiday season, sharing personal anecdotes and practical tips for navigating the challenges that come with it. Cammy and Celia share their 5 “SANTA” tips to surviving the holidays in one piece. The trio share nostalgic holiday traditions from their childhoods, such as decorating Christmas trees, listening to the Cabbage Patch Kids sing Christmas carols. In this lively conversation, they discuss the challenges of managing ..read more

In this raw and honest conversation, Tara and Jill Smokler, OG blogger and founder of the successful parenting blog Scary Mommy, discuss their journeys in the world of mommy blogging, the evolution of parenting content, and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in a rapidly changing digital landscape. They reflect on their experiences with Scary Mommy, the impact of ever-shifting social media trends, and Jill's personal health journey with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Jill and Tara discuss the challenges of making friends as parents, the dynamics of individual sports ..read more

This conversation delves into the critical importance of mental health in the workplace. Jenn Cohen and Laura Demuth, hosts of the popular Mighty As a Mother podcast, discuss the unique challenges faced by working mothers, the role of leadership in fostering supportive work environments, and the impact of generational differences and remote work on mental health. They emphasize the need for employers to provide meaningful mental health resources and cultivate a culture that prioritizes employee well-being. Jenn and Laura explore the challenges faced by working mothers, including the unrealisti ..read more

In this conversation amongst friends, author Gila Pfeffer discusses her new book Nearly Departed: Adventures in Loss, Cancer, and Other Inconveniences and the use of humor in dealing with heavy topics like loss and grief. Gila explains why she chose a comedy club as the venue for her book launch and how humor can provide relief from the heaviness of life.  The conversation also touches on the importance of finding humor in parenting and the challenges of balancing writing with motherhood. Gila shares her experience of carving out time for writing and the impact it has on her relationship ..read more

Stephen and Erin Mitchell, the minds behind the popular Instagram account @couples.counseling.for.parents, are back on the show! This time, they delve into their new book, Too Tired to Fight: 13 Essential Conflicts Parents Must Have to Keep Their Relationship Strong. This insightful guide equips couples with the tools to navigate the inevitable conflicts that arise during parenthood, all while fostering a stronger connection.   Stephen and Erin differentiate between fights and conflicts, highlighting the power of productive and connective communication. They guide couples through broachin ..read more

Hosts of the Moms Talk Autism podcast, Jean Mayer, Shannon Korza, Tash Dillmon, and Brittney Crabtree, discuss their journey as mothers of neurodivergent children and the importance of connection and support. They share how they met online during the pandemic and formed a close-knit community through Marco Polo. The hosts emphasize the need for authentic connections and the power of peer-to-peer support in navigating the challenges of raising neurodiverse children. They also highlight the significance of having a diverse network of friends, both neurotypical and neurodiverse, to provide differ ..read more