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Have you ever taken a career break to focus on your kids? If so, did the idea of getting back into the workforce feel daunting or leave you with a sense of guilt? In today’s episode, we explore the concept of the "Power Pause"—a moment to step away, recalibrate, and eventually return to your career without feeling like you're sacrificing your role as a mom.

In this episode, Maria Pearson of @CampMamiPlay shares her expert advice on navigating the challenging but transformative process of reinvention when life throws unexpected changes your way. From personal growth to shifting mindsets, Maria dives deep into the power of embracing change, learning how to adapt, and turning forced transitions into opportunities for growth. Tune in for practical tips and inspiring stories to help you reinvent yourself, no matter what life throws at you!

Entrepreneur and new mom, Lissette Calveiro, shares the story behind her "I am broke" viral moment—and how she turned it into a thriving business. In this episode, Lissette opens up about the challenges and triumphs of her entrepreneurial journey, her passions for empowering others, and the mindset shifts that helped her create Influence With Impact. Whether you’re an aspiring creator or someone seeking to make a meaningful impact, Lissette’s insights will motivate you to turn your own story into success.

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a mom to young kids in your 40s, after having lived a little (okay, a lot)? Whether you’re on the fence about waiting or already in the thick of it, join us for a candid conversation about what it means to have a child closer to 40, and why it’s a whole different kind of beautiful (and, let’s be real, sometimes exhausting) journey. Plus, a few pearls of wisdom on how your perspective on motherhood evolves when you’re not doing it fresh out of your 20s!

Today we talk all things perimenopause and menopause with guest and dear friend, entrepreneur Laura Posada. The symptoms, the stigma and the truth behind it all. Why are we so afraid to discuss this?

In this special bonus episode, we're reflecting on everything we've learned, created, and experienced in 2024—and sharing the key insights, goals, and energy we're carrying into 2025. Join us for a fun conversation as we discuss what we're bringing into 2025 to make it our best year yet! Tune in for our take on the "We listen and we don't judge" trend, lessons learned, and the vibe we’re channeling into the upcoming year. Let’s step into 2025 together—stronger, wiser, and ready for what’s next.

Nicole Mejia had other major plans when life surprised her with her biggest shift and blessing -- her baby Rhea. Today, we chat all things rebranding, resetting and rebirth.

It's a new season of Motherish, but we also know we've got a lot of new people here so we thought we'd have a little fun with some surprise questions for each other so we could all get to know each other better! Let's have some funnn!

We often talk about how motherhood changed us, but how did it prepare us to actually deal with change? Whether it's at work, at home or even in a deeply personal way, change, especially unexpected change, can be challenging. Today we open up our hearts and share what has worked for us when we were find ourselves needing to adapt to changes in our lives.

In this special comeback episode of Motherish, we’re diving into the true spirit of the holidays: giving. We often say “sharing is caring,” but this year, it takes on a whole new sparkle as we explore how even the smallest hands can make a big difference. This holiday season, Motherish is excited to partner with McDonald’s to celebrate their Pet Simulator Happy Meal. Imagine the joy on your child’s face as they not only enjoy a Happy Meal but also get to share the fun by giving a toy to a friend, sibling, or even a neighbor. Through this special campaign, McDonald's is helping kids feel the joy of being the “gifter”—not just the giftee—and teaching them that giving can be as magical as receiving. Just in time for Giving Tuesday, join us as we talk about creating moments that matter, fostering empathy, and raising the next generation of generous hearts.

Today we talk to mompreneur, Ana Guzman, about her book company "Binibi Books", and how she provides parents with a fun and easy way to speak Spanish to their children at home. Discover Binibi here: https://www.binibi.co/

Today, Motherish celebrates two fathers who made fatherhood not only a lifestyle, but also a business. We often talk about Mothers leaning into parenthood. And today we're talking to two dads who created a line of baby products that they want all parents to be proud to own today. We're chatting with Greg Davidson & Michael Wieder from LALO as they share with us how they're owning fatherhood. Check out LALO here: https://www.meetlalo.com/

Motherhood brings a lot of amazing gifts to our lives. Can amazing sex with your partner be one of them? Today we chat all things intimacy, sex, passion or lack of those after motherhood. We are joined by sex therapist Dr. Lisa Paz to tackle all those questions that were too afraid to ask. Make sure to follow Dr. Lisa Paz for more info: https://www.instagram.com/drlisapaz/?hl=en

Often as Mothers we feel judged and pressured into making ourselves fit into a certain mold of what a "picture perfect" mother looks like. Reality is that motherhood looks different for every woman, and our journey to get there is also very unique. Today we chat with Reby Hardy, who says she's not your typical mom and she's proud of it.

There's nothing more beautiful, than being inspired by your children. For Miami mom, Marcia Arocha, her first born's son's imagination, became the driving force behind a series of children's songs and books: "Ota el hipopótamo". Today we'll be inspired by how we can turn these dreamy worlds and their imagination into concrete dreams and businesses.

One thing we've learned and could agree upon, Is that motherhood teaches you to laugh at things. For us, laughter has become our best ally and at many times our coping mechanism. New movie "Babes" follows inseparable childhood friends, now in adulthood and motherhood, in very different stages. A film that reminded us about the importance of girlfriends, the rawness of pregnancy and how desperately we need a sense of humor to make it through.

The famous lasagna loving, Monday-hating, indoor cat, Garfield is back. This time, Garfield has an unexpected reunion with his long lost father. Inspired by the new movie, today we'll talk all things second chances, lessons learned, the importance of family and how we could break cycles for healthier and happier children. The Garfield Movie is in theaters this Memorial Day weekend!

It feels like lately everything we see online related to screen time is scary. It's almost as if social media has made us feel guilty about admitting that we give our kids screen time, but it doesn't have to be all bad. Today we're chatting with Henry Warren. He's a dad and co-founder of TOTS (Put the subtitles on). An organization focused on children's literacy through the use of subtitles on tv, and will share with us all the positive impacts that this could have on our children's lives. Learn more about TOTS here: https://www.turnonthesubtitles.org/

You may have first known her as Dj Tanner on "Full House". But today we know Candace Cameron Bure as an actress, mother, executive producer, and In her latest rol as Kay Albright in the film "Unsung hero", where Candace tells the real life story of the grammy award winning band For king & Country, which is a story of faith, family and compassion, in an industry that needs more of It.

Today, we're chatting all things chiropractic care because yes, there is prenatal, postpartum and even child's chiropractic care. We'll discuss the myths, fears, and of course, the benefits of this type of care to make stronger and healthier mammas. Make sure to follow Well Adjusted Miami to get your promo code: https://welladjusted.miami/

The relationship between a mother and her child is beautiful. It's complex, it's unique and for most of us, It's ever-changing, inspired by a short poem. We open up about how our relationship with our own mothers has evolved, and how this has also helped shape with our own children.

Choosing a baby name is probably one of the most important and for some, one of the most stressful things you'll ever do. Let's chat all things baby names today, and how we ended up with a "Victoria" and a "Ford". And what "Karen" and "Pamela" really mean to our families

Becoming a mom often pushes your limits, and sometimes new ideas and businesses. Today we talk to mompreneur: Roxana Saidi, who launched the only pistachio milk in North America, "Táche". She walks us through her personal journey, where she found motivation, and how she beat the odds in mompreneurship.

For some of us, we go into motherhood, thinking that just because it's such a natural thing, we will just know how to get through it, you know, that motherly instinct. But in reality, motherhood takes constant work support and preparation. Today we chat with Emilie Fritz Veloso, CEO of One Tribe, an integrative expert led community offering education movement and wellness for the mother in digital and physical spaces. Get to know more about One Tribe here: https://www.theonetribe.com/ Follow One Tribe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.one.tribe/?hl=en Follow Motherish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motherish/?hl=en

Have you ever asked yourself what the job of a mother would look like on a corporate resume? What skills have we mastered? How do we manage a team? How could we increase our budget? Let's dive into what the most important position we have actually looks like on paper.

Exploring the unique experiences and challenges of raising bilingual children while highlighting the richness of their linguistic journey, with Ana Guzman, from Binibi Books.

How and why should we talk to our kids about their value? Our guest today, Rachel Sievers is the host of the podcast "The answer to everything", and is really passionate about guiding parents on how to teach their children to honor their value.

As women, we are constantly learning changing, improving, and evolving. Today as we get ready to celebrate International Women's Day, and we open up about what type of women we are today versus who we used to be and how we've learned to embrace change.

Today we get useful and easy tips from expert Cindy Huzenman from @cindyology on how to live a more productive and less chaotic life at home.

Inclusive and caring children are what we all want, but reality is that sometimes we struggle with how to explain certain topics to our children. Today we speak with Mary Jenner, mom and former pediatric oncologist, who created a line of toys to increase representation and help our children navigate some of the more complex situations in life.

Today we are celebrating love. We often talk about the love for our children and how that love changed us. But today we're gonna shift our focus into the girlfriends we made thanks to our children. It's all about galantine's day on Motherish. Because let's be real, our friends listen to us, they make us laugh and we need them. So today we're celebrating them.

While some of us stress about making it all seem perfect around the house, our guest today actually enjoys creating perfectly curated moments for her life. Known as @lex.delarosa on instagram, today we chat with Alexia about her decision to live a traditional home maker life.

We are always so excited to hear from a new expecting mom. Today we chat with journalist and news anchor Maity Interiano, who Is expecting her first baby. Today we'll talk about how she's preparing, and how she's feeling, as she's months away from meeting the love of her life.

East Coast and West Coast mommas unite for this collaboration episode in which we chat with fellow podcasters Paulina and Bricia Lopez from "Super mamás" about motherhood, the village that supports us, and our journey leaning into the creative side hustles which support our already very busy lives.

For all those mamas who are expecting in 2024, this year will without a doubt be a transformative year, and we are so excited for you! Welcoming a new baby, becoming a mom and embracing all the new things is thrilling; but, of course the change could also be challenging. Today, we hope you'll keep your heart and mind open as we share a few tips to all those new mommies to be.

It's the new year and everywhere we look, resolutions bombard us. In today's episode, Pamela and Karen chat about whether or not they have resolutions (or goals, like we prefer to call them), and talk about how they're feeling in this year's chapter. This episode of Motherish is presented by the first-ever Toyota Grand Highlander.

Expecting an empowered, nothing's sounds quite better than that. Today will chat with Amy and Krystle, who are co-founders of "Expecting an empowered", a fitness app designed to meet moms exactly where they are, so they can both feel physically and mentally prepared for their pregnancy and post partum journeys.

It's me, not them. how many times have you felt frustrated with your little ones and stuck in a red? Today will be speaking with the person behind one of our favorite Instagram accounts. Mister Chazz, who's gonna talk to us about managing through these emotions and helping us understand our kids a little better.

Join us in this episode as we delve into the world of making mom friends as an adult and uncover the profound importance of these connections. From shared experiences to the invaluable support system they provide, discover why cultivating friendships with fellow moms is a game-changer for your well-being and parenting journey.

Join us in this episode as we dive deep into the world of potty training, offering expert advice and real-life anecdotes to make this milestone a breeze. From navigating tantrums to celebrating victories, we've got your back on the messy journey to diaper independence.

The holidays are here, which means the expectations and stress to create that magic are also knocking on our doors. How do you handle these days? We're here to remind you that you're not alone if you're feeling as if the holidays are loaded with more than just gifts.

We cannot emphasize enough the importance of practicing gratitude on a daily basis. With all the things we juggle constantly, we know it's so hard to be mindful of this. So today, we share what we're thankful for. We hope our list reminds you of your blessings. Happy Thanksgiving!

We all have heard about gentle parenting and generational trauma. Some of us struggle between what we were exposed to as children versus what we are aiming to do as parents. Today, we are having what promises to be an insightful and deep conversation with Dr. Erika Velez, from the podcast: "The Mindful Corner" about how we can set mindful boundaries while raising our children.

Did you know that RSV or Respiratory Syncytial Virus is the leading cause of hospitalizations for children under 1 year of age in the United States?, which is a very frightening prospect for any parent. Today we have our guest Catherine Giudici Lowe, former bachelor winner and Mommy of 3. She joins us to share her terrifying experience with RSV, and what she wants other parents to know about it.

Keeping our children out of harm's way while they are in school is a priority for us. But sometimes keeping our children safe and sound while they are away, Is an impossible task. Is there much we can actually do? Today, we chat with Michele Gay who, after losing her 7 year old daughter, Josephine Grace, during the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting. She has dedicated her life through her nonprofit to support school crisis prevention, response, and recovery.

With the beautiful blessing of motherhood, come also, the new wonderful mom chats, you know, all those whatsapp groups of different types of moms. They are a great way to socialize and help you create communities, but have you really feel about them? What do you love? What don't you love about these social groups? And what's the etiquette for these today? Today we'll tell you when we joined the chat, and also, when we chose to leave the chat.

Today we chat with doctor Kelly Cleary. She's a pediatrician, allergy mom, and advocate for the food allergic, their families and their caregivers. Reality is that 1 in 13 children are living with food allergies and many others are impacted by their tolerances and other conditions. That's why we need to do better to be more inclusive and empathetic to this community. Visit the FARE website to learn more about their initiative: https://www.foodallergy.org/

There's a whole subculture of drinking that goes hand-in-hand with motherhood, but sometimes it can go too far. And we find ourselves needing to set some boundaries with it. Today, we'll chat with Laura Taylor, a mother and entrepreneur, who created a solution to help us become more aware without limiting our enjoyment when it comes to mingling at special locations.