E12: Loving Your Kids Without Losing Yourself with Dr. Morgan Cutlip
Release Date: 10/10/2023
E27: Holding Space for Moms in Maternal Mental Health Month and Beyond with Dr. Cassidy Freitas, Ph.D
Mighty As A Mother
We're honored to have Dr. Cassidy Freitas, LMFT, join us to discuss how critical conversations around maternal mental health must be discussed often and openly. Dr. Freitas is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in peripartum mental health. With a wealth of firsthand experience as a mother herself and expertise running her own group practice, Cassidy supports the treatment of emotional pain, trauma, grief and loss, while honoring the courage and vulnerability it takes to ask for help. She encourages us to look at our wounds, to embrace the messy parts of our lives, and...
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E26: Embracing Your Ambitions In and Out of Motherhood with Monique Volz of Ambitious Kitchen
Mighty As A Mother
We are so excited for you to listen to today’s episode with Monique Volz, a corporate marketer turned blogger and cookbook author. Monique’s goal is simply this: to inspire us all, both in and out of the kitchen - and she does that and then some. Together we discuss how to confidently leave behind a “dream job” in order to ruthlessly pursue your dreams and Monique shares what began as a personal journey to share her favorite recipes while processing the loss of her father has blossomed into a multifaceted brand known for its innovative dishes, vibrant photography, and heartfelt...
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E25: Exploring the Stress of Modern American Motherhood and What We Can Do About It with Dr. Molly Dickens
Mighty As A Mother
It’s Stress Awareness Month and we dive head first into the complexities of maternal stress with fellow mom and PhD, Molly Dickens. As a scientist, writer, advocate, and founder, Molly has the fascinating insights to share around the physiological and psychological impacts of chronic stress on mothers, along with personal lessons learned throughout her career journey from academia to maternal health advocacy, and her latest initiative, The Maternal Stress Project. In this episode you will learn: What is “The Maternal Stress Project”? - Molly maps the stressors related to modern...
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E24: Paid Family Leave and Other Changes and Imperatives Working Parents and Caregivers Need to Know About with Lauren Smith Brody
Mighty As A Mother
In today’s critically important episode, we’re talking all things gender equity and working parenthood with Lauren Smith Brody. Fellow mom, gender equity advocate, and former Executive Editor at Glamour Magazine sits down with us to discuss the crisis facing working parents and caregivers today - and what’s needed to advance women’s leadership and overall economic growth. Lauren shares her own experiences as a working mother and interviews with other women to offer practical tips, anecdotes, and guidance on navigating the professional and personal aspects of life...
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Bonus Episode: Breaking Barriers and Shattering Glass Ceilings: What Happens When Women Lead with CNBC’s Julia Boorstin
Mighty As A Mother
Today’s episode with none other than CNBC's Julia Boorstin is such a treat. As a mom to two boys and esteemed journalist and reporter, Julia shares her experiences and perspectives on reframing what leadership is for women. She has interviewed some of the most notorious and influential men (and women) in business over the last few decades but only once becoming a mom did Julia ditch her fears of what others thought. In this episode, be prepared to take away: ♥️ How women are breaking barriers and shattering glass ceilings, paving the way for future generations ♥️ How to...
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E23: Getting Real About Entrepreneurship and Self-Growth in Motherhood with Rachel Mansfield
Mighty As A Mother
In today’s episode we sat down with the multi-faceted, multi-talented Rachel Mansfield! As the co-founder of grt sht ventures, food entrepreneur, cookbook author and podcast host, Rachel has merged her love of food, business and family. She is known for her engaged cult following, easy recipes that taste delicious, lifestyle tips and tricks, and raising her three adorable boys in New Jersey. In this episode, we chat with Rachel about: ♥️ How getting fired from an uninspiring corporate career catapulted her into successful entrepreneurship ♥️ Rachel’s personal journey with...
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E22: Love, Work, and Happiness in Motherhood with Yael Schonbrun, PhD
Mighty As A Mother
In honor of American Heart Month, we’re tackling a special topic today: Happiness. When we think of juggling motherhood alongside any passions or responsibilities outside of our kids, guilt and overwhelm often kick in - but does it have to? To better understand this phenomenon, we sat down with esteemed Brown University Assistant Professor and Licensed Clinical Psychologist Yael Schonburn to discuss her work around the science of happiness and how our careers and motherhood can actually compliment one another. Yael also writes about parenting, work, and relationships, drawing on...
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E21: Female Health, Hormones, and Living Well with Dr. Tasha Kalra, OBGYN
Mighty As A Mother
We’re kicking off American Heart Month with our first MD and OBGYN, Dr. Tasha Kalra! By the end of this episode you'll feel inspired and ready to make some small tweaks to your daily habits in order to live a healthier life. Tasha is a busy mama to two toddlers and just 'gets it' - there's not enough time, not enough energy, and sometimes not enough resources to prioritize your own health. But she serves up some helpful and realistic tips and tricks to ensure you're identifying and implementing super simple ways to live well and nurture yourself as you nurture your kiddos. Join us for...
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E20: Is America Failing Mothers? An Honest Conversation with Jess Grose
Mighty As A Mother
If you’ve ever been forced to return to work so soon after welcoming a child, or taken unpaid maternity leave, or wondered how you’d juggle your career and caring for a human, we see you. Frankly, American societal infrastructure is stacked against mothers and caregivers, which is why we sat down with esteemed author, columnist, and fellow mom Jess Grose to discuss why it feels so hard to be a mother in America. Jess is an opinion writer at The New York Times who often writes about women, parenting, and culture. She was named a Glamour Game Changer for her realistic coverage of...
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E19: Emotional and Mental Wellness in Motherhood with Megan and Lauren of the Matrescence
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Becoming a mother is such a fundamental shift in our identity, and one of the most significant physical and psychological changes a woman will ever experience. On today’s show, we have Lauren and Megan — the founders of The Matrescence. The Matrescence was born out of a desire to help other women navigate their personal experiences with motherhood while providing a community to support, uplift, and empower one another. They have a desire to sift through the overwhelming opinions of today’s digital world and curate an intimate and personalized experience for each woman who comes to...
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