#364: From Roommates to Romance: Tackle the Mental Load & Reconnect with Your Partner with Dr. Morgan Cutlip
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Release Date: 04/29/2025
#387: The Power of Failure and Quitting in Childhood Learning with Ana Fabrega
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Rethinking childhood education is more important than ever. In this inspiring episode, educator Ana Fabrega shares why traditional schooling is outdated and how parents can nurture creativity, resilience, and problem-solving skills at home. She explains how systems like Synthesis are changing the future of learning through games and simulations, why failure is one of the most important gifts we can give our kids, and how parents can support curiosity outside of the classroom. You’ll walk away with practical tips for fostering independence, cultivating a love of reading, and encouraging kids...
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#386: Real Life Emergency Lessons Every Parent Should Hear with Shannon Tripp
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Medical emergencies with kids can feel overwhelming, but what if you knew exactly what to do? In this powerful and practical episode, pediatric ER nurse and mom of four, Shannon Tripp, joins us to share her real-world wisdom on how to handle scary moments with calm and clarity. You’ll learn how to differentiate between urgent care and ER visits, how to stay composed during a choking episode, when to worry about head injuries or broken bones and what symptoms matter most with fevers. We also dive into how to prevent three of the most common emergencies she sees in the ER, the one thing she...
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#385: What Most Pediatricians Don’t Tell You About Ear Infections With Dr. Elana Roumell
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Ear infections are one of the most common pediatric concerns, but treating them doesn’t always require antibiotics. In this solo episode, Dr. Elana walks you through natural ear infection remedies that support healing gently and effectively. She explains why the wait and see approach is often safer, when to see a provider, and how to know if ear tubes are really necessary. You’ll learn her favorite homeopathic remedies for fast relief, how to advocate for your child at the doctor’s office and what to do if infections keep coming back. If you’re ready to feel confident and...
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#384: What Moms Need to Know About Puberty and Mood Swings in Boys with Dr. Cara Natterson
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Puberty often begins earlier than most parents expect and shows up in subtle, easily missed ways. In this episode, we speak with bestselling author and pediatrician Dr. Cara Natterson to demystify the emotional, social, and physical changes boys go through during puberty. We discuss what early signs to watch for, why silence is often mistaken for disconnection, and how to keep communication open even when your child begins pulling away. You’ll learn what puberty really looks like (hint: it doesn’t start with facial hair), how hormones affect boys differently than girls, and what parents...
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#383 - Elana’s Birth Story Part 2 - Postpartum Healing and Tips for an Empowered Birth
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Postpartum recovery brings unique challenges and Elana opens up about the real-life adjustments of being a mom of four while nourishing a newborn. In this episode, she shares how she balances sleep deprivation, homeschooling and work while protecting her energy and finding joy in the newborn season. You’ll also hear her top tips for creating an empowered birth and recovery experience that leaves you feeling strong and supported. This is Part 2 of a two-part series. and the mindset lessons that set the stage for her postpartum journey. Topics Covered In This Episode: Navigating...
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#382: Elana’s Fourth Birth Story, Part 1 - Trusting the Process
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Birth stories are powerful and deeply personal, and in this episode, Elana opens up about the arrival of her fourth baby, Revi. From early labor and mindset shifts, to choosing a supportive birth team and trusting her intuition, Elana shares the details of her journey to a beautiful home birth at 42 weeks. You’ll hear how she navigated discouraging medical advice and outside influences, and the tools that made the biggest difference in her labor. This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Be sure to also listen to Ep. 383 | Part 2, where Elana shares her postpartum experience and tips for a...
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#381: What Your Child’s Mouth Is Telling You About Their Health with Caity Hart
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Early airway health can shape your child’s long-term development more than you think. In this episode, myofunctional therapist and dental hygienist Caity Hart joins me to break down what parents need to know about expanders, guided growth appliances and how the mouth and airway are connected. We explore how structural oral issues like crowded teeth, mouth breathing and tongue posture can influence sleep, behavior and even facial development. Caity explains the difference between fixed and removable expanders, how to know if your child is a candidate and the importance of early assessment. We...
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#381: What Your Child’s Mouth Is Telling You About Their Health with Caity Hart
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Early airway health can shape your child’s long-term development more than you think. In this episode, myofunctional therapist and dental hygienist Caity Hart joins me to break down what parents need to know about expanders, guided growth appliances and how the mouth and airway are connected. We explore how structural oral issues like crowded teeth, mouth breathing and tongue posture can influence sleep, behavior and even facial development. Caity explains the difference between fixed and removable expanders, how to know if your child is a candidate and the importance of early assessment. We...
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#380: Pediatric Dental Health and Mouth Breathing: What Every Parent Needs to Know with Dr. Kalli Hale
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Snoring and mouth breathing are often dismissed, but for children, they can have life-altering effects. From behavioral challenges and ADHD-like symptoms to poor sleep, academic struggles, and even long-term health risks, airway issues can be the missing piece parents never considered. In this episode, dentist and airway health pioneer Dr. Kalli Hale uncovers how early intervention can reshape a child’s health, development, and future. You’ll learn what you can do to support crooked teeth and enlarged tonsils from an integrative approach, how orthodontics can go beyond braces to...
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#379: How Genetic Testing Helps You Personalize Healthcare & Vaccine Support With Natalie Samson
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Genetic testing is more than just ancestry results. It can be one of the most powerful tools for supporting your child’s long-term health and making informed medical decisions. In this empowering episode, Dr. Elana is joined by board-certified genetic counselor, Natalie Samson, to explore how DNA testing can help personalize everything from supplements to nutrition, vaccine protocols and emotional well-being. One of the most important parts of this conversation is how genetic insights can help assess vaccine risk. You’ll learn how inflammation markers, methylation, detox pathways and...
info_outlineFeeling overwhelmed by the mental load of motherhood? You are not alone, and there is a better way. In this episode, relationship expert and psychologist Dr. Morgan Cutlip returns to the Doctor Mom Podcast to unpack what is really behind the mental load many moms carry and how it impacts your relationship, emotional health, and even your sex life.
You will learn how to lighten the invisible to do list, communicate effectively with your partner without it turning into a blame game, and rebuild connection in a way that feels genuine and natural. Dr. Cutlip shares relatable stories, practical frameworks, and powerful mindset shifts that help moms move from resentment to reigniting the spark with their partners.
We also explore the concept of intensive mothering and how the pressure to do everything perfectly is leaving many moms feeling exhausted and unseen. If you have ever felt like you are parenting alone, even in a partnership, or struggling to feel intimacy after becoming a mom, this episode offers a breath of validation and hope.
Whether you are craving more connection, appreciation, or simply a lighter mental load, this is your invitation to create more balance in your relationship and reconnect with your sense of self. Do not miss this encouraging conversation filled with practical tools to help you reclaim your time, energy, and joy.
Topics Covered In This Episode:
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The invisible load of motherhood
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How to reduce relationship resentment
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Reigniting intimacy after kids
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Sharing parenting responsibilities
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Breaking free from intensive mothering
Show Notes:
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Dr. Morgan Cutlip is an author and relationship expert. With her down-to-earth style, she equips couples and individuals to tackle the trickiest relationship issues, offering fresh perspectives and empowering frameworks. She is experienced and trained in translating psychological theory and research into practical, accessible, and actionable advice, which she shares with her clients and social media followers (@drmorgancutlip) through her books, courses, podcast, and her blog as cofounder of MyLoveThinks.com. Dr. Morgan earned her master’s in human development and family science and her doctorate in counseling psychology. She is the author of Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself and a mother of two incredible kids, wife of her high school sweetheart, and lifelong lover of all things relationship. Her latest book, A Better Share, will be available nationwide April 8, 2025.
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