Raise Your Hand Motherhood Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In today’s episode, we're talking about navigating the toddlerhood phase, and how we, as parents, need to shift our focus and adjust our expectations.


My guest, Sara Whaley, is the CEO and owner of Joyful Toddler Parenting. Sara is a parent coach for toddler parents, and a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst - she's based out of the USA, where she lives with her partner and two toddlers.


Sara and I discuss everything from the social media evolution of ‘gentle parenting’, to the most common ways we overestimate and underestimate our toddlers. Sara clearly breaks down how factors such as inadequate self-care, burnout, and mom guilt can get in the way of us parenting the way we’d like to.


As she says in our interview, “Toddlers are hard. They just are.” But Sara’s goal is to help all parents find the joy in this stage, despite its challenges.


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In today's episode, we're talking about a very important topic - postpartum depression.

I'm joined by Maranda Bower, Founder and CEO of Postpartum University and mother of 4, to talk about her own personal story battling extreme postpartum depression, postpartum rage, as well as a diagnosis of an autoimmune disorder and postpartum bi-polar.

Maranda is here to share how this debilitating experience led her to creating Postpartum University - an online education facility that has been recognized as the “leading postpartum resource” for Professionals and Experts in the field, as well as for thousands of mothers around the globe.

You can purchase Maranda's new book, Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness: A Holistic Guide to Returning to the Roots of Health in Motherhood, now available in all major retailers.


Links from today's episode:
Postpartum University
'Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness' by Maranda Bower (book)
The BRAZEN Podcast- "Live a more bold, curious, & vibrant life"

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THANKS AGAIN TO THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR/FELLOW PODCASTING MAMA!
'This Mama Means Business' Podcast (Kylie Kelly)
www.kyliekelly.com (for more tips, course, etc.)

Kylie is a past contributor, and an upcoming guest on the Raise Your Hand Motherhood Podcast, and has been so inspiring to connect with! If you are a mompreneur, or a mama looking to learn how to build and scale your business while you raise your babies - check out her website and podcast to start!

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Hey Mamas, and welcome to Season 2 of the Raise Your Hand Motherhood Podcast!

In today's episode, we're talking about navigating changes in our relationships with our partners after having children.

In this episode, I'll share my conversation with Katie Rössler - a Licensed Counselor and Transformative Grief Guide, who has spent the past 15 years helping individuals, couples, and mothers live healthier and happier lives. 

As usual, you’ll also hear from a number of moms in the Raise Your Hand Motherhood Community, who share the struggles they've experienced in their relationships since becoming parents. It's impossible to listen and NOT hear a part of your story or experience in this segment, so get ready to raise your hand and feel validated!

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LINKS FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:

Katie Rössler - Professional Webste
Katie Rössler - Instagram
'The New Face of Grief' (first book)
'Giving Birth to Motherhood' (second book)
How to Kid-Proof Your Marriage - online course
Healthy Arguing - online course
The 80/80 marriage (book recommendation)

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Hey Mamas, and welcome to Episode 12 of the Raise Your Hand Motherhood Podcast!

Thank you for listening, and THANK YOU so much for being here - whether you're a regular listener, or a first-timer....a new mom, or an extremely experienced parent! It's been humbling and motivating to read every single ONE of your comments, emails, and reviews about the show so far. It’s what keeps me psyched about producing the next episode and the next episode and the next…and podcast production is not a teeny undertaking, I’ve very quickly learned!

In this episode, we're taking a look back at the first 11 episodes of the show, and recap-ing the most memorable and relatable motherhood moments! I'm also 'pulling back the curtain' a little bit and sharing all about the journey that is has been making the podcast!

Make sure you don't miss the last segment of the episode, where I share a few personal motherhood updates with you all. This podcast works because of the willingness of the guests (and its host!) to get vulnerable and honest, so I hope you enjoy this look back, and stick around until the end!

If you like what you hear, please give the podcast a 5-star rating and review on your podcast listening app of choice. If you have a comment, question, or suggestion for the show, you can reach me on Instagram @theraiseyourhandmotherhoodpod, or at www.raiseyourhandmotherhoodpodcast.com/contact.

In today's episode, we're talking about being a mother of MULTIPLES.

In this episode, I’ll share my conversation with Amber De’Neise - she’s a toddler mom to twin girls, and is based out of Northern Ontario, Canada. It was SO interesting for me to hear about her journey into first-time motherhood…only with TWICE the fun!! This was a really eye-opening interview, and we cover so many different topics - including everything from Amber’s must-haves for mothers of multiples, to the difficult infertility journey she and her partner navigated. I hope you learn as much from this conversation as I did!

Later in the episode, you’ll hear from more mothers of multiples of a variety of ages, as they share pieces of their personal motherhood journeys….these clips discuss everything from the joys and surprises they’ve encountered raising multiples, to the struggles they’ve overcome (or are currently facing), to their tips and the lessons they've learned along the way!

To adapt the commonly used expression, it takes a VILLAGE to raise a child….and a MUCH BIGGER VILLAGE to raise 2, 3, or MORE at the same time! 

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Thank you so much to Cassandra, who left the lovely review shared in today's episode.

LINKS FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:

https://twinznursingpillow.com/
https://buytablefortwo.com/ (recommended by multiple moms!)
Baby Brezza Formula Pro (recommended by multiple moms!)
https://ca.mountainbuggy.com/products/duet

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Facebook Groups Amber found helpful (to not feel so alone):

Twin Mama Strong Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/780510602129934/

GTA (Greater Toronto Area) Parents of Twins and Multiples: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gtatwinsandmultiples/

Twins, Triplets and Quads - Safe Sleep Training & Learning for Multiples: https://www.facebook.com/groups/157633598090301/

OTHER SUGGESTIONS FROM MOTHERS OF MULTIPLES:

Postpartum Doulas - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by a few mothers of multiples
What is a postpartum doula, you ask? Read on here!

Great for ALL mothers or parents who need help with sleep...
"Helping babies sleep and families thrive"
https://takingcarababies.com/
@takingcarababies

Little Ones - The Baby Sleep Experts
CASE STUDY: Double Trouble? That's TWICE as Exhausting (read more)

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In today's episode, we're talking about the importance of motherhood community - or in other words - how to find your PEOPLE. 

In the first segment, you’ll hear from a variety of moms around the world who share what motherhood community looks like to THEM. They’ll talk about who their ‘go-to’ support people are (or were!), and where they found them.

Later in the episode, I’ll highlight some women and groups who are dedicating themselves to building community for mothers - through social media, podcasts like this one, and other online communities.

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FEATURED MAMAS:

Tanya (Australia)
'Tanya Maree Life Coach' website
www.facebook.com/tanyamareelifecoach
instagram.com/tanyamareecoaching

Athens (America)
'The Military Child Chronicles' website
Facebook Page
Instagram Account
LinkedIn: Athens E. Pellegrino

Sarah (England)
The Women's Art Activation System - website
Artist Residency in Motherhood - website (connects mother artists around the world)

Chenelle (America)
'Self Cared For Counseling Services' Facebook page
Self Cared For Counseling - website

Danieylah (America)
'You Are Source' - website (Awakening & Ascension Guide)

Niamh (Australia)
Peanut App - a safe space for women to meet and find support

Helen (from Portugal)
Ali (from Canada)
Brianne (from Sweden)

ACCOUNTS/PODCASTS/ONLINE COMMUNITIES MENTIONED:
@thebirdspapaya
@catandnat
@decoding_couples / decodingcouples.com
@beyondthebump.podcast
@psychedmommy / psychedmommy.com
@mother.ly / mothe

Hey Mama - in today's episode, we're talking about finding time and rediscovering yourself after motherhood.

In the first segment, I interview Aga Lawrynowicz about reclaiming our time (and….ourselves, really!). Aga’s a Seattle-based Life-Coach for busy moms and the founder of 'Choose Clarity'; she strives to help women ‘redesign their lives and win back their time’...now, does that sound spectacular to anybody else, or is it just me?! If you’ve ever found yourself wishing you had more time since becoming a mom, or found yourself missing the person you were BEFORE motherhood - this might be just the episode for you. It’s a great chat - so don’t miss it!

Later in the episode, you’ll hear from Bekah & Brook - they’re friends, licensed therapists, co-founders & creators of ‘In This Moment Box’ - an experiential subscription box service designed for both children AND parents, that aims to make mindfulness an accessible and easy practice for the entire family. If you like fun 'parent' gifts, pre-packaged educational crafts for your kiddos, and a chance to learn how to slow down and enjoy the moment….have a listen! I’ll have a promo code for 10% off at the end of the show for any moms interested in trying it out.

Are you enjoying the podcast? I’d love to hear from you!

Leave a review for the podcast here - and if you’d like to be featured on the podcast (!) click on the little speaker in the bottom right corner of the website and leave me a voice message - I’ll be including messages I receive in upcoming episodes! Can't wait to hear from you, Mama!

 LINKS FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:

'Choose Clarity' - Aga's business website
@chooseclarity.io - Aga's instagram account - follow for helpful tips and Instagram Lives!
'In This Moment Box' - Bekah & Brook's business website
@inthismomentbox - Instagram account

Don't forget Aga's free download (with email):
TIME FOR MOM: 3 powerful tricks to reclaim your time

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In today's episode, we're talking about finding body neutrality after having children. We discuss the struggle to reconnect with our bodies postpartum, and how QUICKLY we are targeted by ads, social media, and society in general to try and ‘rewind the clock’ and fit into the version of ourselves we were before pregnancy.

In the first segment, you’ll hear from a handful of mamas as they share about their body image journeys - both before and after having children. As ALWAYS, thank you so much to these women for getting honest, getting vulnerable, and sharing a piece of their motherhood stories, so we don’t have to feel alone in ours!

My guest on the podcast today is Jess Brock-Pitts. She’s a licensed clinical social worker, turned certified personal trainer, and runs her own online fitness boutique called Enlighten Well LLC. She’s passionate about Health at Every Size, Intuitive Eating, and weight-neutral fitness/movement. This was such a great conversation, covering a wide-range of topics - from disordered eating, to C-sections scars, to the difference between body positivity, body acceptance, and body neutrality….I also ask Jess to share her tips for moms on mindset and mental health, particularly in this time when they are trying to find some sort of body neutrality. Click here to read her blog!

Are you enjoying the podcast? I’d love to hear from you!

Leave a review for the podcast here - and if you’d like to be featured on the podcast (!) click on the little speaker in the bottom right corner of the website and leave me a voice message - I’ll be including messages I receive in upcoming episodes! Can't wait to hear from you, Mama!

 LINKS FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:

Enlighten Well LLC (Jess’s business site)
@enlightenwell (Jess's Instagram)
Health at Every Size
Intuitive Eating
Jess's 'Top Tips for Body Acceptance' - free downloadable PDF

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In today's episode, we're talking about the many different ways we cope when the mental, emotional, and physical loads of motherhood feel a bit heavy. Sometimes, the coping mechanisms we use are good for us….and other times, they allow us to just make it through another day of motherhood! I definitely have both good (and not so good) ways of handling stress, and I just want to clarify that this episode is NOT about passing judgment on myself or ANY other mom out there.

In the first segment, you’ll hear from a handful of mamas as they share the various things they do when they need to take a breath, steal a quiet moment (or an hour!), or take a step away and regroup/refocus. As ALWAYS, thank you so much to these women for getting honest, getting vulnerable, and sharing a piece of their motherhood stories, so we don’t have to feel alone in ours!

My guest on the podcast today is Erin Pepler. She’s a Canadian freelance writer, and the recent author of her first book, ‘Send Me into the Woods Alone - Essays on Motherhood’. Erin’s writing has been featured in a number of prominent magazines and online blogs and websites, and she just has such an incredible way with words. She’s funny, she’s truthful, and she doesn’t shy away from the difficult moments of motherhood. This book is motherhood gold, mamas. Have a listen to our interview, and then get your hands on a copy (links below)!

Have you checked out the podcast website yet? If not, click this link to find resources from past episodes, read guest bios, or check out some of the blog posts and ‘must-haves’ for motherhood that have been shared so far...feel free to leave a review for the podcast while you are there!

LINKS FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:
'Send Me Into The Woods Alone' by Erin Pepler (100% recommend - buy it for you and all of your mom friends!)

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HOW TO CONTACT ERIN:
www.erinpepler.com
@erinpepler (Twitter)
@erinpepler (Instagram)
@erinpeplerwriter (Facebook)

Erin’s 'MOTHERHOOD MUST-HAVES' for Motherhood
Maman Kangourou wrap

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In today's episode, we're talking about The Life of a Working Mom. 

Being a working mom is a delicate balancing act of family schedules, work obligations and responsibilities, school drop-offs and pick-ups, project deadlines, unexpected child illnesses, and lots of Plan B’s, Plan C’s, & Plan D’s in place.

In the first segment, you’ll hear stories from moms from a variety of professions and life circumstances…they’ll each walk us through what being a working mom looks and feels like for them, and how it impacts their day-to-day lives.

My guests on the podcast today are Melanie & Juss Levenberg - they’re parents to a 5-year-old little girl in British Columbia, Canada, and are both successful MULTIPLE business owners. We’ll talk about what adjustments Mel and Juss had to make (both in their family AND their businesses) after having a child….what motivates them both as mompreneurs, and the lessons they've learned along the way…and what balance looks like NOW in their family of 3! I’ll also ask them to share the biggest surprises and challenges of motherhood, as well as their ‘Must-DO's’ for WORKING MOMS - so make sure you stay tuned!

Have you checked out the podcast website yet? If not, jump on over to www.raiseyourhandmotherhoodpodcast.com - you can find resources from past episodes, read guest bios, or check out some of the blog posts and ‘must-haves’ for motherhood that have been shared so far...feel free to leave a review for the podcast while you are there!

 LINKS FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:
www.pl3yinc.com
www.theimpactentrepreneurs.com
www.evrealestate.com/bio/JustineLevenberg
www.sportball.ca/vancouver

CONNECT WITH MEL & JUSS ON INSTAGRAM:
Melanie: instagram.com/melanielevenberg
Justine: instagram.com/justinelevenberg


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