Midnight Mama

Most women, and especially mothers, find they have little time during the day to actually process the amount of decisions they had to make, and weigh their potential impact. If you are like me, midnight seems to be an appropriate time to lay awake and begin the process of analyzing how ONE of the decisions you made today will ultimately derail your entire life, or, someone you are responsible for...If this is you, then meet me at midnight might be the place for you to find some sisterhood, validation, and a whole lot of humor.

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Friday Feb 16, 2024

Learning to become a mother all while BEING a mother was a wild concept for me to wrap my head around.  There was a conflict occurring internally everyday for almost two years as I was trying to figure out what was happening.  I have never been the same since I became a mom, and I am thankful for that because who I became was the right person for the job and I am glad I recognized that she needed to be let out in order to perform.  Tune in as I share my experience and some helpful tips for moms at any stage of their journey who are feeling "conflicted" and resistant to the impending changes ahead.
 
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Wednesday Feb 07, 2024

"I'm tired" is one of the most used phrases in motherhood, and its common use tends to distract people from the real reason behind why moms are tired.  It's not motherhood or our children, it goes much deeper than that and I explore all of that in this episode as well as solutions for it.  As noted in the show, I am inviting each listener to join my new community for moms, The Nest, for just 1$ for an entire YEAR.  Follow the link below to join, or email me with any questions.
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Tuesday Jan 30, 2024

We tend to put every mother who is struggling with her transition into motherhood, into the same box and label it as "postpartum" without realizing that is incorrect.  I get down to the specifics related to the postpartum timeframe and how the appropriate language and diagnosis is crucial as it relates to supporting moms with their mental health.  Every mother goes through the "postpartum period" and not every mother will experienced perinatal mood and anxiety disorders...learn the difference so you can be helpful.
 
As always, if you are in need of more support follow this link and let's set up a free consult to talk more about that.
 
If you are a mom looking for a safe space to get some support in a larger setting I invite you to follow this link and explore my community for moms, The Nest.
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Tuesday Jan 16, 2024

What happens when you experience a set back or feel like everything has fallen apart?  How do you stay positive and protect your mental health?  It can be easy to fall into a depressed state choosing to isolate and allow your frustrations consume you, and I am feeling that lately.  Tune in as I share my recent setback, how I am choosing to tackle it and why it is important that you pay attention to the warning signs.  Sometimes you're exceeding the speed limit and you're not even aware; that's an issue.
 
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Tuesday Jan 09, 2024

With the holiday season behind us, it can be attractive to settle into a minimalist role as it relates to your physical and mental health.  The period between January and March can be considered the "danger zone" as it relates to mental health, primarily maternal mental health.  You may have been riding the holiday wave for a while, not noticing everything that has been happening around you, and now that the dust has cleared you recognize you have some work to do.  Tune in and listen to my explanation of this "season" and some tips you can utilize to ensure you make it through the next 3 months as the healthiest version of yourself.
 
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Monday Dec 18, 2023

You would think that having a strong spouse/partner would be the type of flex that would get you a high five in your social circles or mom's groups.  Ironically, a lot of moms are now getting "shamed" for this and it recently happened to me.  Tune in to hear about how I managed it, how to avoid doing it (unintentionally of course), and a few other tips to take with you into the Holiday season.
 
Bonus:  I am hosting a FREE webinar in January on the power of transitions and understanding the process of behavior change.  Follow this link to register for the webinar, and receive the playback if you can't make it.  I am sharing some helpful tools for you to use when you feel like you are over yourself and need a change.  Trust me, you do NOT want to miss this.
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Thanks for listening, and Happy Holidays!

Wednesday Nov 29, 2023

If there is one thing I know for sure about moms, it's that we expect more from ourselves than anyone else does.  This is also the reason we find ourselves sick, frustrated, overwhelmed, and sometimes even angry with life and the people around us.  Tune in while I talk about the process of lowering the bar, why it is necessary, and how it will actually contribute to your growth and success much sooner.
 
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Tuesday Nov 21, 2023

Change is hard, and understanding the process and foundation of change can make a positive impact on your situation.  Typically, when we are making changes or evolving we can start to feel overwhelmed and frustrated when things seem stagnant or not going in the direction we want them to.  Tune into my perspective on this, and learn a few tips about the process of behavior change and what you can do when you find yourself between versions of yourself, similar to an elevator stuck between floors.
 
Remember, you don't have to figure it all out on your own.  Book a free consultation and learn how you can make some changes.
 
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Tuesday Nov 14, 2023

We get wrapped up in the idea of the "winning season" and can find ourselves frustrated when things aren't going our way, or we aren't winning at this season of motherhood.  Have you ever considered that you aren't meant to show up and compete in each season?  Have you reflected upon what season you thrive in and how you can lean into those?  Tune in to hear my position on the seasons of motherhood and how normalizing sitting out for a season might be better than always trying to show up and exhausting yourself in the process.
 

Tuesday Nov 07, 2023

Whenever I hear people say, "Tis the season" I am reminded of all of the things they could be referring to, but none more so than the biggest thief of joy there is...Holiday Stress.  That's right, it has its own seasonal box because it is different than regular stress.  The holiday stress is like the one family member who we KNOW is coming to dinner, but somehow we don't fully prepare for it and are left picking up the pieces of the tornado once they are gone.  It shows up differently, manifests differently, and typically robs moms of experiencing the true joy of the holiday season.  Tune in to find out what this looks like for you, how you can implement some boundaries with the simple tool of effective communication, and what you should be striving for during this season.
 
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Midnight Mama

While Mama is in the title, I am speaking to all women who recap their day and ruminate over the decisions they've made,  typically around midnight.  This podcast has something for everyone and is designed with light humor and tough love in mind.  If you are looking for a nudge in the right direction, or a good laugh, this is where you should be

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