This season reminded me why I started this show in the first place: no one has motherhood or womanhood figured out. We’re all learning from one another in real time. And we learned from some of the greatest in the game! If you’ve just discovered Mom Curious, fear not - this isn’t goodbye. Our library is full of hundreds of conversations about motherhood, identity, ambition, creativity, grief, reinvention, relationships, and more. Find an episode that speaks to where you are right now. So What’s Next? While the podcast takes a brief pause between seasons, I’d love to invite you into my next creative chapter: Klezmerette. Klezmerette is a Yiddish music album produced by Grammy Award-winning singer songwriter  Joanie Leeds and is accompanied by a short documentary film directed by BriGuel and produced by Hoff Studios. You can also follow along on Instagram @daniellarabbani. Thank you for being part of this community. See you soon for Season 7! Love, Daniella Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What can one mother build with $250, relentless optimism, and a refusal to take no for an answer? In this episode of Mom Curious, Daniella sits down with media entrepreneur Victoria Schneps, founder of Schneps Media, the company behind publications including New York Family, amNY Metro, Dan’s Papers, and more than 100 media outlets serving New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Palm Beach County. Victoria shares the remarkable journey from launching The Queens Courier out of her Bayside living room to building one of the largest local media companies in the country. But at the heart of her story is her daughter Lara, who was brain damaged at birth and became a named plaintiff in the historic Willowbrook consent decree. Victoria’s fight for Lara forever changed her understanding of advocacy, purpose, and the power of the press. Listen now on all streaming platforms. GUEST BIO Victoria Schneps (@vickischneps) is the founder, president, and co-publisher of Schneps Media, one of the leading local media companies serving New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Palm Beach County. What began in 1985 as a single newspaper, The Queens Courier, launched from her living room with a $250 investment, has grown into a network of more than 100 newspapers, magazines, websites, podcasts, events, and digital media platforms. Inspired by her advocacy on behalf of her daughter Lara, Victoria pursued her dream of entering the news business and built a company dedicated to informing communities and amplifying local voices. Today, she is widely recognized as one of New York’s most influential media leaders and entrepreneurs. AFFILIATE LINKS & MENTIONS To Book a Recording at Hoff Studios: https://www.nycpodstudio.com/home-mc $30 off WTHN Acupuncture Booking with code MOMCURIOUS30: WTHN.com More info on SoWell's GLP-1 Support System: https://cm.watertight.co/l/MkzK More info on EVOLV GLP-1 Supplements: https://cm.watertight.co/l/bZEA Follow @momcurious and the host @daniellarabbani on Instagram Subscribe, rate, and review - it helps get the word out about the show and keeps these conversations going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Honest conversations about motherhood, womanhood, and the spaces in between. Hosted by Daniella Rabbani, Mom Curious is a podcast produced by Hoff Studios featuring culturally relevant conversations with artists, leaders, and everyday women saying the quiet part out loud about the lives we’re living. What shifts when you’re on the edge of becoming a mother again? Lindsey Simcik (@lindseysimcik) is the co-host of the Almost 30 podcast and co-author of the book Almost 30. Through her work, she has built a global community focused on personal growth, spirituality, and navigating life transitions with intention. As she prepares to become a mother of two, Lindsey brings a thoughtful and evolving perspective to conversations about identity, balance, and modern motherhood. AFFILIATE LINKS & MENTIONS Book your Recording at Hoff Studios $30 off WTHN Acupuncture Booking with code MOMCURIOUS30 More Info on EVOLV GLP-1 Supplements Follow @momcurious and the host @daniellarabbani on Instagram! Subscribe, rate, and review - it helps get the word out about the show and keeps these conversations going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen up people, Danella's guest Ali Cobrin is comin in hot in this episode! The soon to be mamabear let's us in on all the unexpected truths of pregnancy (read: gas!) and so much more. This episode is for anyone feeling alone on their pregancy journey, curious about what that might be like and/ or the nostalgic mom remembering her first time. This week Daniella talks with friend and actress Ali Corbin, who is currently pregnant with her first child (1:00). Daniella and Ali talk about the difficulties surrounding family planning as working actresses and how to be present at work and in the home (12:20). While discussing Ali’s third trimester, the ladies get real about the symptoms mothers feel during the first trimester of pregnancies, and Daniella talks about her experience preparing for labor (21:30). Daniella talks about joining “crunchy/granola” mom communities when she was pregnant, and the shame some moms feel about medical intervention. The ladies then stress the importance of nurturing mothers during postpartum and making active decisions to be present during the first stages of motherhood (42:05). Ali Cobrin, born and raised in Chicago, spent her teens and 20s actressing in Hollywood. You may have seen her in American Reunion, Neighbors and/or many other movies you can find on Showtime, Amazon, Netflix, Lifetime & Hallmark. We are eagerly awaiting the premier of her newest television series The Baxter’s (MGM/Amazon). She currently lives with her Husband, Zak Resnick, in Harlem and is preparing for her upcoming role: Mom! Follow her on IG @ali_cobrin to follow along her journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renae is best known to comedy fans as Captain Evil or comedian Steve Trevino's wife, podcast, and production partner. Oh, and mother of two! She is the DIY Queen who shares her smooth purchases and fun projects all while producing comedy specials and touring the country with her sweet little family. This is all public knowledge, but you might not know that Renae is also Daniella's college roommate. In this episode, get to know Renae and how she and her husband Steve made their own way through Hollywood and beyond. This week Daniella talks with her long-time friend and college roommate Renae Treviño. Renae discusses her career path, going from an aspiring actress to working alongside her comedian husband as his producer and director (09:15). Daniella asks Renae about how Renae and her husband balance being husband and wife and business partners in the world of comedy (15:22). Renae discusses her and her family’s commitment to presenting an authentic representation of themselves through their work and on her social media (20:05). Through breaking down how Renae manages to be a mother with a busy schedule, the ladies discuss the importance of delegating and creating intimate relationships with all the people who help them raise their children and achieve their career goals (42:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Daniella and Kiva as they connect on parenting both as mothers who have mothers and as women who support families to create more peace in their homes. Kiva Schuler is the Founder and CEO of the Jai Institute for Parenting, an organization that has trained over 1000 parenting coaches globally. She is also the author of the ground-breaking book The Peaceful Parenting (R)evolution: Changing the World by Changing How We Parent which turns traditional parenting “techniques” on their heads with a parent-centric approach instead of behavior modification. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‘The Honest Mom’ Libby is the mom friend that everyone needs in their lives. She is the ‘tell it like it is’ friend who you can always count on to say the things everyone else is thinking in a way that makes you feel seen and understood but also encouraged. Through her candor and humor, she connects with her communities on social media and validates all the rollercoaster of emotions and struggles moms face every day. Encouraging moms to put themselves first, to lower their perfectionist standards and to rely on those around them to be supported are some of her main messages as a mom who influences others. It’s Libby’s hope that by talking about hard things moms can feel less shame, more connectedness, and a whole lot of “I guess I am not alone after-all” moments. Today Daniella speaks with Libby Ward about her videos on social media that aim to change the narrative surrounding motherhood. They have an honest conversation about frustrating aspects of motherhood that mothers are hesitant to say out loud (8:05). They also discuss the importance of self-regulation as a mother; how it can only strengthen your relationship with children (8:05). Libby shares the story of her childhood, and how it affirms her belief that parenting should prioritize providing constant love and support. They address why as mothers, it is important to recognize that they deserve wellness, growth, and compassion (51:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Karen Cinnamon has been dubbed the “Oprah of Jewish Joy” and the Queen of Jewish Positivity. As the founder of Your Jewish Life – the premier podcast, Instagram account and weekly newsletter for Jewish millennials, Karen reaches, and positively impacts, over 4 million users every week. She is the founder of Smashing Life, the fastest-growing community for Jewish women in the world, and Smashing The Glass the world’s biggest Jewish wedding platform, and is the author of the Jewish Joy Journal – the best-selling gratitude journal and goal planner for Jewish women." Today Daniella speaks with Karen Cinnamon about her late Mom and the impact that Israel has on her life after her passing (3:50). They dive into her upbringing, feeling like you don’t belong and the reasons why as an adult she started her own Jewish communities (9:15). They’ll also discuss what it's like to be a woman in a patriarchal religion (14:20) and how Karen’s Mom instilled so much positivity that Karen wants to continue her legacy (18:36). They’ll then cover mothering after losing your mother (24:32) and living life without the negativity and hatefulness of the world affecting you (43:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Daniella speaks on reparenting yourself! Daniella dives into what reparenting is (:45). Daniella will share a personal example of reparenting as an adult (2:16). Lastly, Daniella shares her hope for what listeners take from this episode (10:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator with over 20 years of public speaking experience, Lauren makes comprehensive sexuality education fun and accessible. Having studied the lasting effects of trauma, childbirth, parenthood, culture, and spirituality on human sexuality, Lauren works to restore pleasurable and consensual approaches to sex and relationships. To learn more about her work visit: www.sexedforyou.com or follow her on instagram @sex_ed_for_you Today, Daniella talks with Lauren Elise Rogers! Lauren will dive into her story and lived experience (6:00). She shares going from purity culture to being a sex educator, loud and proud (15:57). Lauren speaks on bringing consent into our daily life (25:20), and relational healing with her new husband (38:20). She goes into trial and tribulation online and being a sexual educator (41:49). Lastly, Lauren shares what her favorite resources are (49:55). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I wish I had a tidy bio to neatly wrap up and tie with a bow. But right now, life is messy. I am navigating grief, solo parenting a 7-year-old, and reinventing my multi-hyphenate career after losing my husband in June 2021. Professionally, I have over a decade of experience working with women as a yoga teacher, doula, lactation counselor, breastfeeding educator, and mentor. I have love writing since I could hold a pen, but grief has pushed me to explore my writing practice both as an outlet and as a serious creative pursuit. Experiencing such tremendous loss this young has taught me that I can no longer limit myself. Every morning I ask two guiding questions: “How can I be of service?” and “What can I create?”. My hope is that my current projects (TBA!) will answer both.  Today, Daniella talks with Ashley Habib about loss. Ashley will dive into what has helped her through losing her husband (6:00). She shares their love story (12:50) and parenting in grief (19:50). Ashley goes into dating after loss and being a single parent (27:50).  Lastly, Ashley shares what she would tell other young widows (45:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Daniella talks with Rabbi Rebecca Keren Eisenstadt!! Daniella and Rebecca will dive into Rebecca's lifestyle and her pilot being picked up by Hello Sunshine(4:35)! Rebecca describes why she thinks she has been so successful and what sets her apart(12:38). She speaks on the divide between women who have children from women who don't (22:48), and how and why the impulse to create her show came to her in 2018 (35:55). Lastly, Rebecca shares where we can follow along with her (45:48). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To continue the conversation, go ahead and follow @daniellarabbani on Instagram. Daniella met Jessi during the Spring semester of Freshman year at NYU. They were both studying acting at the Stella Adler Conservatory of Acting. And it was Passover. Jessi was eating Matzo straight from the box in the student lounge and Daniella yelped "OMG come to my parents uptown tonight. You need to eat." They've been family ever since. Jessi has become a mommy mentor to Daniella. In this episode you'll hear why. Here's Jessi's bio and some of the books and resources she recommends below. Enjoy! Visiblechild.com Books: Your Self Confident Baby- Magda Gerber Unconditional Parenting- Alfie Kohn Punished by Rewards- Alfie Kohn The Whole Brain Child- Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson No-Drama Discipline- Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson It's OK Not to Share-Heather Shumaker Best for practical application: younger kids: No Bad Kids- Janet Lansbury How to talk so kids will listen- Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish Older kids: Raising Human Beings- Dr. Ross Greene Parent Effectiveness Training- Dr. Thomas Gordon Today, Daniella talks with Jessica Lane Weiss! Daniella and Jessica will dive into what RIE parenting is (1:30), and Jessica's parenting style (13:40). Jessica describes why radical trust is a major component of RIE (25:50) and shares with us some of the individual choices she gives her children around clothes which lead to facing criticism as a parent (35:50). Jessica opens up about how RIE has benefited her in her other relationships (42:55), and one of her favorite parenting resources (47:00). Lastly, Jessica shares her parting advice (49:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Honest conversations about motherhood, womanhood, and the spaces in between. Hosted by Daniella Rabbani, Mom Curious is a podcast produced by Hoff Studios featuring culturally relevant conversations with artists, leaders, and everyday women saying the quiet part out loud about the lives we’re living. What happens when you don’t follow the script? In this episode of Mom Curious, Daniella sits down with comedian and performer Natasha Vaynblat to talk about her show Childless Freak and the complicated, often misunderstood experience of not having children. Through humor, storytelling, and sharp cultural observation, Natasha explores what it means to exist outside one of society’s most deeply ingrained expectations. Natasha Vaynblat’s show “Childless Freak” is coming to Joe’s Pub on April 28th at 9:30pm. GUEST BIO Natasha Vaynblat (@natashavaynblat⁠⁠ ) is a comedian, writer, and performer known for her sharp, thoughtful work exploring identity, culture, and the expectations placed on women. Her show Childless Freak blends humor and storytelling to examine what it means to live outside traditional narratives around motherhood. AFFILIATE LINKS & MENTIONS Tickets for Natasha’s performance at Joe's Pub are here: https://publictheater.org/performances-jp/2026/n/natasha-vaynblat-childless-freak/ Book your recording at Hoff Studios $30 off WTHN Acupuncture Booking with code MOMCURIOUS30 More Info on EVOLV GLP-1 Supplements Follow @momcurious and the host @daniellarabbani  on Instagram Subscribe, rate, and review - it helps get the word out about the show and keeps these conversations going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MALYNDA HALE IS A SINGER/SONGWRITER, ACTRESS, ENTREPRENEUR & ACTIVIST. You can follow her brilliant voice @malyndahale on Instagram. And as always, Daniella is @daniellarabbani. This is a very special episode in honor of Black History Month. We hope you enjoy and feel free to keep the conversation going. Today, Daniella talks with actress/singer and activist Malynda Hale! Daniella and Malynda will dive into Malynda's faith (2:20), and her advocacy for the Jewish community (4:45). Malynda will also share her thoughts on how we can move the needle further for the black community and why education is so important (11:21). Malynda discusses how she feels about mothering while being an activist (24:08), and how she is able to show up in her life with so much energy (28:36). Malynda shares with us what self-care looks like for her now (36:33). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beth Ann Hopkins is an Actor, Singer, Director, Foley Artist and Country Mouse. After feeling embraced by the Carroll Gardens community of Brooklyn, she decided to co-found a theater company there entitled, SMITH STREET STAGE with her now husband Jonathan Hopkins. Twelve years, 20+ production and hundreds of performances later, she has been blessed to work on Queens, Fools, Warriors and Lovers and she wouldn't have it any other way. When honing her own directorial style, she enjoys the movement of theater, using View Points, Suzuki, Modern Dance, acrobatics, fabrics and a variety of other physical techniques. She longs for a future when live theater is well funded, when Artists have the time and space to create thoughtful pieces of work, and when the Parks Department will let her hang sails from the trees. Today, Daniella talks with Beth Ann Hopkins about adopting her son and her experience in the theater industry! Daniella and Beth Ann will dive into how she met her husband working in the theater (1:51), her adopted son Calvin Dean Hopkins (4:33), and making the decision to adopt (10:18). Beth Ann will also share her experience of her son’s birth and adoption protocol (15:40). Beth Ann goes in depth about directing Measure for Measure in the current political climate (25:15), and her consciousness of her son's race (34:40). Daniella and Beth Ann discuss mothering as a community (44:50) and raising kids in NYC (48:20). Beth Ann gives us her thoughts on adopting older children (53:38), and her parting words for anyone looking into adoption (1:06:39). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Laura Danger is a Certified Life Coach, Licensed Educator, Community Advocate and Certified Fair Play Facilitator who believes domestic labor is labor. Through her online platform, her one on one and group coaching and retreats, she helps individuals and couples live more balanced, equitable lives both inside and outside of the home. Today, Daniella talks with Laura Danger about the common power dynamics seen in heteronormative relationships. Daniella and Laura will discuss how these unfair dynamics can be shifted through Fair Play (8:58), what weaponized incompetence looks like (23:12), and why everyone needs their Unicorn Space (33:19). Laura will also share her advice on the best question to ask your partner before having kids (41:06). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Micaela Ezra is an illustrator, designer and writer. She shares teachings on Jewish spirituality and ritual, fusing ancient wisdom with modern meaning. She is the founder of AHYIN, a boutique collection of contemporary Judaica objects, created with artisan communities across the globe. Introducing Micaela Ezra (4:50)! Daniella and Micaela discuss the divine and spiritual in New York CIty (14:37), how Micaela found herself on a path of spiritual learning (21:03), and what Micaela’s spiritual practice looks like now (27:00). They’ll also focus on self forgiveness and it’s spiritual ties (33:57), and how Micaela stays connected with three children (41:03)! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lulu Brud is an actress (Ray Donovan, Pretty Little Liars, etc) and interior designer. In 2020, she took a big pivot, moving her young family from Los Angeles to Joshua Tree, where she really leaned into her love of interior design. She now runs a boutique vacation rental company (Hi Dez Mgmt) where she manages and develops properties with a heavy design focus to help create memorable experiences in the high deserts of California. She is a Momma to Wilder, a 3 year old who has really started growing into his name. In this episode, Daniella chats with Lulu Brud about Lulu’s advocacy for abortion access and its need to be treated as healthcare (5:20). She will touch on the difficulty she faced finding a doctor who would perform a D&E abortion (15:10), how she dealt with sharing the news of losing her daughter late into her pregnancy (28:15), and the difficulties in accessing abortion – now and before the overturning of Roe v Wade (34:15). Lulu will also discuss how long it took her to get pregnant again after her loss (40:13) and which actress she admires for her abortion advocacy and sharing of resources (47:17). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode, Daniella takes a look back on 2022 and the goals of her work with Mom Curious (0:50). She’ll discuss what lessons she’s taken away from the interviews (3:04), the pressure mothers’ face (7:56), and what topic she wants to cover in 2023 (11:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Natasha started the blog in 2012 when her twin daughters were 18 months; which was when her childrens book Any Two Can be TwinDollicious received a Mom’s choice Award. This led to the build of a community which continues to thrive today. As a mom of 3; she continues to nourish her audience with tips, tools and content that serves them best. Our TwinDollicious & co readers engage in our social media posts for influence in creating a sibling bonded lifestyle. “As a writer, I blog about family lifestyle with fashionable twins who are bonded through things in common.” We cover travel, lifestyle hacks and diy fun, product reviews, as well as events in and around NYC. Introducing Natasha D’Anna (1:43)! Daniella and Natasha will dive into the behavioral therapy and the family system (7:00), how Natasha managed the news of twins (17:54) and Natasha’s company Twindollicious (21:53)! They’ll also dive into Natasha’s creative process – and how it connects to her family history (28:20)! Lastly, they’ll cover Natasha’s amazing ability to not be tied down by labels or roles (33:42)! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nora Fiffer is a writer, director, and actor based in Chicago and New Hampshire. A graduate of NYU Tisch and The School at Steppenwolf, Nora co-founded Firelight Theatre Workshop, which is dedicated to creating immersive, site-specific projects. She is a Jeff Nominated actor and was awarded Best Director by the New Hampshire Theatre Alliance. Nora is currently in post-production on Another Happy Day, is a postpartum depression comedy and her debut feature. Tune in to listen to Daniella and Nora, old classmates, chat about filmmaking and motherhood in this candid conversation. Daniella and Nora will dive into Nora’s life and career (1:09), how she got into writing and directing (14:45), and how the pandemic affected family life (21:56). They’ll also bond over their shared mission to speak candidly about motherhood (31:03) and how this mission influenced Nora’s feature film, Another Happy Day (36:48). Finally, they’ll talk about how other film sets differ in comparison to the production of Another Happy Day (48:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just in time for Hannuka, Daniella sits down with Lori Hoch Stiefel, PJ Library Engagement Officer. PJ Library sends free high-quality storybooks and activities to families with kids from birth through age 12. These stories spark conversation and inspire the whole family to engage with what is most meaningful to them about being Jewish. Created by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, the program is made possible through partnerships with philanthropists and local Jewish organizations. To learn more and sign up, visit pjlibrary.org. Listen along as Daniella and Lori discuss what PJ Library is (1:34), the importance of representation in children’s literature and media (9:03), and Jewish representation in mainstream media overall (23:37). They’ll also cover the tough topics of discussing antisemitism with their children (29:17), and how joy and pride is such an important part of building a strong community and foundation (45:08). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Jenks is a Priestess and Founder of a Global Sacred Feminine Temple. Her sacred practice and teachings weave together the mysteries of Ancient Avalon, Earth-based practices of her Celtic and Germanic ancestry, the Feminine Path of Mary Magdalene, and the Ancient Egyptian practices of Anointing. Sarah offers live experiences, courses and community that are grounded in unveiling your true power and mission so that you can create the life you're meant to live. In this episode, Daniella converses with the wonderful Sarah Jenks! Listen along as they discuss Sarah’s role as a priestess (1:31), unpack the meaning of the word “patriarchy” (7:18), and what can cause women to tear each other down (19:22). They’ll also focus on why Sarah created Sovereign Mother (30:10) and what courses Sarah can provide to help a modern marriage and partnership (40:27). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Honest conversations about motherhood, womanhood, and the spaces in between. Hosted by Daniella Rabbani, Mom Curious is a podcast produced by Hoff Studios featuring culturally relevant conversations with artists, leaders, and everyday women saying the quiet part out loud about the lives we’re living. GUEST BIO Libby Ward (@libbyward) is the creator of Diary of an Honest Mom, a platform dedicated to sharing the real, unfiltered experience of motherhood. Through her writing and community, she has created space for women to feel seen, validated, and less alone in the complexity of parenting. She is the author of Honest Motherhood, a book that explores the emotional realities of modern motherhood and encourages women to speak openly about their experiences without shame or judgment. AFFILIATE LINKS & MENTIONS Honest Motherhood goes on sale April 14th! Pre-order now Book your Podcast Recording at Hoff Studios $30 off WTHN Acupuncture Booking with code MOMCURIOUS30 More Info on EVOLV GLP-1 Supplement Follow @momcurious and the host @daniellarabbani on Instagram Subscribe, rate, and review - it helps get the word out about the show and keeps these conversations going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I would describe myself as a sensitive, funny, passionate, warm person. I care a lot about others. I am fashion designer who took a different path and is all about healthy living now. I truly love to inspire others and seeing other people thrive is my daily fuel. Role modeling my girls how to be empathetic, respectful and honest is what brings me joy. Daniella sits down with the amazing Svenja Ostwald in today’s episode! Listen along as they discuss Svenja’s business and journey on a holistic nutrition path (10:34), how moms seek friendship and community (15:44), and Svenja’s healthy habits to adopt around the holidays (23:16)! They’ll also discuss tips for grocery shopping (31:13), advice for promoting mindfulness around food (38:39), and Svenja’s parting words for listeners (49:52). Connect with Svenja! Instagram: @moai.newyork Website: https://www.moainewyork.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know plastic is harmful to the environment and to our bodies. But how bad can it really be? And how can we even avoid it? In this conversation, Daniella sits down with a Pediatrician who has made it her life's mission to curb the use of plastic (particularly in kid's dishes) in order to save the next gen's health. And she does it with STYLE!! Dr. Mantravadi is a Pediatrician and mother of 3. Most recently, she launched the world's first colorful stainless steel dishes for kids, Ahimsa, after the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) highlighted the growing evidence of chemicals in plastic harming children's health. The company has been featured in Parents Magazine, Today Show, Good Morning America and was the recipient of The Good Housekeeping Parenting Awards in 2021. She is now on the Council for Environmental Health and Climate Change as well as the Council for School Health at the AAP. She loves to educate and empower parents with evidence-based information to raise healthy children and *protect our planet. Head to ahimsahome.com for more information and to snag the best deal of the year this holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Emily's son was diagnosed with life-threatening food and environmental allergies, her world stopped. She knew she had to do something to keep him safe and well, but without helpful guidance she felt totally lost and absolutely terrified. After doing her own research, and making connections with pediatricians and allergists across the country, she found freedom from fear, and created an online course, Fear to Freedom, to help other mamas along their pediatric food allergy journey. Emily is also the host of the podcast, Whole-Body Health, supporting parents through their child's food allergy journey and total well-being. More at EmilyNolan.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniella sits down with close friend Rae Cohen Bernamoff to discuss the unmedicated labor story behind the birth of her child! Rae covers all the details no one thinks to warn expectant mothers about! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michelle recognizes the value in capturing moments. She has a way of getting the best out of families while always allowing their individuality shine. In this conversation we get to know how Michelle became the go to family photographer in New York City as she opens up about her business and health journey. Michelle is a New York City based lifestyle photographer specializing in family portraits. She was introduced to photography at summer camp around age 11 when she was allergic to everything else the outdoorsy camp had to offer. She went on to receive her BFA in art photography and hold prestigious internships with photographers and magazines -- the Annie Leibovitz Studio and Instyle Magazine to name a few. After spending 10 years as a women's magazine photo editor at titles such as Cosmopolitan and Glamour, Michelle went out on her own and created Michelle Rose Photo. She feels very lucky to be able to spend time capturing photos for families, brands and magazines.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Women have more control over their life and fertility than we may recognize. Mara Gersten walks us through her thought process and actions to conceive, birth and raise her daughter on her own. She is an inspiration in so many ways and encourages any listener wanting to parent solo from the start to go for it.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Serving yourself isn't selfish. It's necessary. You matter. Thank you Jess for this very real very necessary reminder. Enjoy the deliciousness that is Jess Krux! Jess Krux is a Health Chef, Nutrition Practitioner and Mama of two boys. She lives in New York City and part-time on their organic farm in upstate New York. She believes food is medicine and has the capacity to transform the body and mind. She specializes in vibrant, nutrient dense, anti-inflammatory foods. Her focus is on the gut-brain-skin connection and teaches how to implement simple ways of cooking using real food ingredients. Jess struggled terribly with cystic acne. She dove deeper into nutrition to continue learning the effects food has on the skin. Through the voyage of endless experiments, food eliminations and hours of study she came to learn that the health of the skin is directly related to the health of the gut. Jess is an advocate for intuitive eating, cooking with the senses, and tuning into what the body's personal constitution needs. Certified in Yoga and Meditation, she often brings eastern medicine practices into the kitchen. She believes it doesn't have to be complicated to be effective, not only while cooking, but in everyday life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexis Barad-Cutler is a journalist, community-builder and advocate whose work explores the intimate truths within the motherhood experience. She is the founder of Not Safe For Mom Group (nsfmg) — a community and platform where moms can talk about the things they can’t say anywhere else, in a safe and judgment-free space. She is the host and creator of The Not Safe For Mom Group podcast. This year, she co-founded Chamber of Mothers - a non-profit uniting American mothers as advocates to create the kind of country they want to live in and bestow upon future generations. Prior to founding (nsfmg) Alexis was a ghostwriter, an editor at Random House, and Harper Collins, and ran the U.S. arm of PlayBac — a Paris-based children’s publisher. Alexis’s work has been featured on The New York Times, Today Show, Parents, The Wall Street Journal, New York Family, and Bloomberg. A blog post by Alexis that contains a lot of gender non conforming books: https://www.notsafeformomgroup.com/blog/gender-non-conforming-books Alexis' favorite book for grownups is: https://www.amazon.com/Gender-Creative-Child-Nurturing-Supporting/dp/1615193065 Alexis' favorite kids books (from the blog post): A House for Everyone by Jo Hirst It Feels Good to Be Yourself by Theresa Thorn Pink Is For Boys by Robb Pearlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brianna Collete is a relationship coach and psychic medium. In this episode we talk about how she guides clients to their soul mates. (Psst! First step is deep and sacred self love.) We dive into her own experience as a new mom in sacred partnership, the mother wound and the intergenerational burdens we carry. More @briannacolette on Instagram and BrianaColette.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danila approaches happiness as a choice and she shares it with her ever growing community on Instagram. I'm a NYC mom to 4 little ones, soon to be mom of 5. Originally from Italy, I relocated to NYC from sunny Australia a little over 8 years ago, while pregnant with my first baby girl. As for my background I’m a “political scientist” turned “tech founder”, turned “content creator” a few years ago. I love NYC, its energy & people, and most of all the community of incredible moms I’m part of, my sweet village. I'm currently trying to "live my best life + work on my dreams” while raising young children in the most beautiful city in the world, together with my Israeli husband, Ron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Honest conversations about motherhood, womanhood, and the spaces in between. Hosted by Daniella Rabbani, Mom Curious is a podcast produced by Hoff Studios featuring culturally relevant conversations with artists, leaders, and everyday women saying the quiet part out loud about the lives we’re living. GUEST BIO Alicia Quarles is an Emmy-award winning journalist. She currently is the executive producer and co-host of "Positively Charlotte," based in North Carolina. Prior to that, Alicia worked at Good Morning America 3, DailyMail TV, E! News and The Associated Press. She is a mom to twins Hudson and Harlow who are three-years-old. AFFILIATE LINKS & MENTIONS To Book at Hoff Studios: https://www.nycpodstudio.com/home-mc $30 off WTHN Acupuncture Booking with code MOMCURIOUS30: WTHN.com More Info on EVOLV GLP-1 Supplement: https://cm.watertight.co/l/bZEA Follow our guest on Instagram @alicialquarles and her show @positivelyclt on Instagram Follow @momcurious and the host @daniellarabbani Subscribe, rate, and review - it helps get the word out about the show and keeps these conversations going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Christine Sterling is a board-certified ObGyn and founder of Sterling Parents, a membership that provides the heartfelt support, expert advice, and timeless wisdom people deserve as they grow their families. After becoming a mother herself, she discovered firsthand how little support western medicine offers to women moving through the life-altering transition into motherhood. Now a ‘mom on a mission’ dedicated to ensuring women get the maternal care and support they deserve, Dr. Sterling has developed a signature Body, Mind & Heart model of care, combining cutting-edge science and ancient wisdom with her years of patient care, thousands of births, and long-standing meditation practice. Join her community at sterlingparents.com, follow her daily stories on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jenni Mahnaz is a Homeschool Consultant and Unschool Advocate based in upstate NY. For over ten years, she has worked with families in NY and beyond to find their footing and build their confidence as they take charge of their child(ren)'s education. Over the course of her personal journey into alternative education, she has worked closely with Manhattan Free School (now ALC NYC), Brooklyn Apple Academy, ALC Mosaic in Charlotte, NC, and Omnis Education. Her writings on education can periodically be found in Tipping Points, the online publication for The Alliance For Self-Directed Education. Jenni is now homeschooling and learning alongside her 3 unique little humans. You can learn more about homeschooling in NY and Jenni's work on her website, NYHomeschoolHelp.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniella sits down with childhood friend and bestselling cookbook author Kim Kushner to riff on the meaning of host. Both women love to serve and while there's good long talk about food and nourishment, Kim also opens up about finding out that she's a carrier for the brca gene. She lovingly shares her journey and process to life long health in the hopes of helping even just one listener. Kim Kush­n­er is a culi­nary edu­ca­tor and the author of four best­selling cook­books: The Modern Table, I Love Kosher, The New Kosher, and The Mod­ern Menu. Raised in Mon­tre­al, Cana­da, Kim learned to cook at an ear­ly age from her Moroc­can-born moth­er and spent sum­mers with fam­i­ly in Israel. A grad­u­ate of the Insti­tute of Culi­nary Edu­ca­tion in Man­hat­tan, she has devel­oped recipes for Food & Wine and Chile Pep­per mag­a­zines, and has worked as a pri­vate chef. In 2005, she launched Kim Kush­n­er Cui­sine and now trav­els the world teach­ing her wild­ly pop­u­lar cook­ing class­es. Kim has appeared on the Today Show and has been fea­tured in the New York Times Inter­na­tion­al Edi­tion, Huff­in­g­ton Post, Saveur, and the Chica­go Tri­bune, and is rec­og­nized as a leader in redefin­ing kosher cui­sine; her cook­books fea­ture every­day recipes for deli­cious and art­ful dish­es made from acces­si­ble, sea­son­al ingre­di­ents. Kim lives in New York City with her hus­band and children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to take care of yourself, your mother, two children and dog at the height of the pandemic. Michelle Garside tells her story of resilience and sobriety while the world was falling apart. If you ever wondered what The Sandwich Generation is and how to come at the demands with care, here's your listen. Michelle Garside is the Co-founder and Lead Strategist behind Soul Camp Creative, a full-service Creative Agency devoted to working with mission-driven companies and brands that are positively impacting the planet. Her expertise lies in creating authentic, aligned, soul-driven branding. Prior to creating Soul Camp, Michelle helped to create some of the biggest pharmaceutical brands on the market. Michelle and her companies have been featured inOprah Magazine, Travel and Leisure, Fitness, Women’s Health, Good Morning America, ABC News, Parents, Fortune, Inc., and Forbes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After eighteen years as a psychologist, Dr. Sam Rader has created a new approach to healing called Source Code. She believes that in our first five years of life, our early experience writes a source code in our unconscious, which then determines the rest of the way that our story unfolds. Dr. Sam helps people rewrite their code for a healthier, more beautiful life. She is currently authoring a book with Harper Wave Publishers about the 12 Coping Styles we adopt during childhood, which helped us then and hurt us now, and how we can heal. Offers Source Code offers 1:1 coaching, and also a live 12-week zoom intensive on the Coping Styles which is the course Daniella took and cannot recommend highly enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would make a Texas church going God fearing Christian into an abortion rights advocate? Haylie Grammer, history professor and mom of two, tells us in this important episode about women's health care. You can find follow Haylie @hayliegrammer on Instagram where she shares insightful videos we can all learn from. Haylie often identifies herself as the personification of the phrase, “jack of all trades, master of none.” Due to a long term relationship with ADHD she has developed a skill of dabbling in lots of things and gathering just enough skills and knowledge to give the appearance of being an expert. A list of these might include: motherhood, deconstruction, history, teaching, abortion bans, styling, and of course ADHD. One of her favorite hobbies is spreading the Pro-Abortion cause and educating people and white male politicians on the nuances that surround the situations that call for this medical procedure. She also enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and friends that have become family. Overall, Haylie is just another mom who is trying to not screw it all up while also trying to make the world a better place for her daughter to grow up. Abortion Access Resources: https://abortionfunds.org/ https://janesdueprocess.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Living with and caring for patients with ADHD - Dr. Sasha Hamdani Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A chat with the author, mom and model Amanda Tice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Educator and mother of two Caitlin Greer delves into managing her own anxiety while attuning to her children in a pandemic. We touch on gifted learners as well as our own groth edges as friends and professionals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexandra Roxo is the author of F*ck Like a Goddess, the host of the Holy F*ck podcast and founder of Radical Awakenings where she leads woman in embodiment practices and reclamation journeys. Alexandra and Daniella studied acting together at NYU and talk about love as friends do (only with an audience- you). Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Mom Curious, Daniella sits down with clinical psychologist Dr. Rachel Goldman to talk about her new book, When Life Happens, and the tools we actually need to navigate stress, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm. As a specialist in cognitive behavioral therapy with a holistic approach to health, Dr. Rachel works at the intersection of mental health, behavior change, and real life. This conversation offers practical ways to manage stress, shift patterns, and move through difficult moments with more clarity, flexibility, and self-compassion. GUEST BIO Dr. Rachel Goldman is a clinical psychologist, speaker, and author specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy and a holistic approach to health. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and maintains a private practice in New York City. A sought-after media expert, Dr. Rachel has been featured in outlets including TIME, The New York Times, CNN, and USA Today, and has appeared on major stages and podcasts. She is the author of When Life Happens, a book focused on helping people manage stress and create meaningful, lasting change. AFFILIATE LINKS & MENTIONS Dr. Rachel’s highly anticipated debut book WHEN LIFE HAPPENS Book your Podcast Recording at Hoff Studios $30 off WTHN Acupuncture Booking with code MOMCURIOUS30 More Info on EVOLV GLP-1 Supplements Follow our Guest @drrachelnyc on Instagram Follow @momcurious and the host @daniellarabbani on Instagram Subscribe, rate, and review - it helps get the word out about the show and keeps these conversations going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GUIDED VISUALIZATION to get you back in to your body no matter what. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Human Design - What it is and how it can make you a better parent to your kids and yourself. Visit humandesignblueprint.com for more details, and use the code MOMCURIOUS for a discount! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ABOUT DAN: Pulling back the curtain on my relationship with my husband Dan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices