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I believe that parents need more resources that help them proactively nurture their own well-being and needs. When a parent is well, they can better manage stress and support their child's needs better. This is at the heart of Curious Neuron! My goal is to help parents build skills and habits that support their well-being. By combining the science of well-being with leadership skills parents can feel more present with their child, more resilient and feel supported. Hi! I am your host, Cindy ...
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Warning: This is NOT a typical parenting podcast! Renee Reina is the mom friend you’ve always wanted and The Mom Room is the podcast you've always needed! Renee is not afraid to challenge parenting practices, ask the hard (and sometimes awkward) questions, tackle taboo topics and say what we're all thinking. From setting boundaries and refusing visitors after giving birth to breaking down why being the default parent is so hard, Renee is exploring and exposing the good, the bad, and the sh*t ...
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Kids & Screens Revisit: What the research actually says, with Neuroscientist, Dr. Cindy Hovington
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EP416. It is a screen time revisit! As parents, all we hear about is how bad screens are for kids. We are bombarded with guidelines about how much screen time kids should get and what kinds of shows they should be watching. Dr. Cindy Hovington breaks down what the research actually says about screens. She gives us tips for how to manage screen time…
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SOLO: the secret lives of mormon moms & ballerina farm
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EP423. Renee gives an update on her birth control journey, hormones, and perimenopause! Then, she discusses the following: a woman backs out of a girls trip when the other woman tells her she's bringing her kids; a new mom can't attend her cousins wedding after they say no kids under 12 are allowed (but, she has a 4-month old and is exclusively bre…
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Division of Labor Revisit, with Michael Vaughn aka @worldshaker
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EP422. Today we are revisiting one of our favourite episodes with Michael Vaughn (@worldshaker). Renee and Michael chat about the division of labour and childcare, the rise of sharenting (sharing your children on social media), his vasectomy experience, and Bluey! RENEE REINA www.themomroom.com Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @thereneereina TikTok:…
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How would you score on a well-being test?
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Cindy discusses the topic of psychological well-being and the importance of nurturing different domains of well-being. She introduces the six domains of psychological well-being according to Dr. Carol Ryff: self-acceptance, positive relationships, autonomy, environmental mastery, purpose in life, and persona…
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SOLO: Eras Recap, Summer Mom Guilt, and "Dusty" Dads
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EP421. Renee recaps her trip to Germany to see Taylor Swift and tells you about her upcoming trip to New York this week! Then she comments on two parenting articles; one about mom guilt in the summer (Scary Mommy), and one about dusty dads vs. dope dads (Parents). To finish she gives a content recap (Presumed Innocent, Love Island USA, ACOTAR, This…
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The Mental Load & Mom Guilt Revisit, with Dr. Ashurina Ream
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EP420. Today we are revisiting the most downloaded episode of 2023. Dr. Ashurina Ream is a clinical psychologist and the creator of the wildly popular Instagram account, @psychedmommy. In this episode, Renee & Ashurina chat about mom guilt, the mental load of motherhood, and five relationship traps parents must avoid! RENEE REINA www.themomroom.com…
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It's easier to be angry than sad: Tips to support your child (and yourself)
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Send us a Text Message. Regardless of being a child or an adult, it is much easier to express anger than sadness. Something happened the other day with one of my kids that helped me realize I had missed this in my own child. There "easily upset" behaviour was actually them feeling sad about something. This episode outlines the conversation I had wi…
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SOLO: eras tour prep, playing with your kids, pets, teens and romance novels
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EP419. It's a hot topics episode! Renee discusses some recent parenting articles about playing with your kids, pets post-children, and teens and romance novels. RENEE REINA www.themomroom.com Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @thereneereina TikTok: @thereneereina Facebook Community Youtube: Renee Reina- The Mom Room Podcast SPONSORS: Little Spoon Fun…
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Jimmy On Relationships Revisit: Default Parenting, The Mental Load, and Navigating an Affair
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EP418. Jimmy Knowles is the creator behind the wildly popular TikTok and Instagram account, Jimmy On Relationships. He tells us about how he and his wife navigated an affair in their marriage and how that was the catalyst for his interest in how to have a successful relationship. We chat about default parenting, the mental load, the tools that so m…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Cindy reflects on her conversations with parents and the importance of feeling connected and supported. She introduces the concept of parental self-efficacy and encourages listeners to reflect on their own confidence as parents. Cindy provides a brief self-efficacy scale for parents to assess their level of …
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SOLO: The New Family Influencer Law, Romance Book Stores, and Our Cancun Recap
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EP417. Renee chats about the new family influencer law that passed in Illinois, romance-only bookstores, and give a recap on Cancun, birth control, and more! RENEE REINA www.themomroom.com Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @thereneereina TikTok: @thereneereina Facebook Community Youtube: Renee Reina- The Mom Room Podcast SPONSORS: Little Spoon Fungie…
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When you feel like a shitty parent for giving your child a consequence...
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Cindy discusses the challenges parents face when setting boundaries with their children. She shares a personal experience of setting a strong boundary with one of her kids and feeling conflicted about it. Cindy emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and provides reflection prompts for parents to wor…
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SOLO: Being Frustrated at the Situation and Taking It Out On Your Partner
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EP415. Revisit: Let's take a trip down memory lane when, after an eventful bathtime/bedtime, Renee reflects on how she expressed her frustration with the situation onto her husband. Why does this happen? What can you do if it does happen? What does it lead to? And, how can we stop doing it? Toddlers and children can be frustrating but it's importan…
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Rage In Motherhood Revisit: What is it? Why Does it happen? How can we cope? With Jen Reddish
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EP414. Rage Revisit: Jen Reddish is a Registered Master Therapeutic Counsellor that specializes in motherhood, peri-natal mental health, birth preparation, birth processing, and body image. In this episdoe, Jen tells us what rage in motherhood is, why it happens, and why it is so common. She gives us tools we can use in those diffuclt moments and t…
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Understanding and Addressing Child Deception with Dr. Victoria Talwar
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Cindy Hovington interviews Victoria Talwar about the topic of lying in children. They discuss the development of lying in children, the different types of lies, and the role of parents in teaching honesty. They also touch on the importance of modeling honesty and the impact of lies on trust. The convers…
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MOM CHATS About Taylor Swift, Books, and Motherhood
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EP413. It's a new Mom Chat!! Jess lives in the Toronto area and we had a fun chat about Taylor Swift, book, and motherhood : ) RENEE REINA www.themomroom.com Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @thereneereina TikTok: @thereneereina Facebook Community Youtube: Renee Reina- The Mom Room Podcast SPONSORS: Little Spoon Zoe Fungies Lolavie Learn more about …
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Unsupervised Play, Experience Blockers, and Social Media, with Tessa Stuckey
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EP412. Tessa Stuckey is a licensed professional counsellor, parenting coach, author, and the creator behind @themomtherapist. Tessa primarily works with teenagers and parents in today's fast-paced, tech-filled world which has given her a new perspective on parenting and has impacted how she is raising her own children. In this episode we chat about…
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You don't have to re-create a "new you": focus on getting to know yourself instead
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Send us a Text Message. Constantly striving for an idealized version of yourself might not be as beneficial as it seems. Do you ever wonder if the endless pursuit of self-improvement is actually doing more harm than good? Join me, as I challenge the pervasive self-help culture that pressures us into relentless self-improvement. Inspired by an enlig…
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MOM CHATS: Anxiety, ADHD, and Trying To Do Everything Perfectly
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EP411. Renee chatted with a listener who wished to remain anonymous about her experience with anxiety, ADHD, and trying to do everything perfectly when she became a mom. This eventually lead her to having a breakdown and starting medication. Having a baby in the covid years also had a major impact on her because there was no one to help out and she…
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Mental Health, Smartphones, and Kids Being Bored, with Andrea Brambila
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EP410. Andrea Brambila (@brambila_bits) is a therapist and mom of two that specializes in maternal mental health. In this episode she tells us about her experience with severe postpartum anxiety, not feeling pressured to entertain your kids 24/7, how her family has navigated smartphones, and more! RENEE REINA www.themomroom.com Instagram: @themomro…
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The Power of Connection and Community for Dads with Chris Rodack
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Chris discusses his personal journey of transformation and how he helps dads improve their lives. He shares his experience of going through phases of discipline and inconsistency, and how he reached a point of dissatisfaction that motivated him to make a change. Chris emphasizes the importance of connec…
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Parents In The News: Signing Waivers, Shopping Carts, and "Diets"
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EP409. Renee's sister, Liza, joins her for this Parents In The News episode! Topics include: Signing liability waivers at children's play places: what you are actually signing and what one lawyer has to say about it. The viral TikTok about the mom that doesn't return the shopping cart (we have thoughts). Hoda Kotb says she never uses the word "diet…
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Nina Caviggiola on the Highs and Lows of Motherhood
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EP408. Nina Caviggiola is a content creator (@balkanina), podcaster (Mama Knows), and mom of two toddlers. In this episode, Nina talk about the highs and lows of motherhood, her self-care practices, and how she's made a career out of dressing a midsize "mom bod" in a relatable and honest way. RENEE REINA www.themomroom.com Instagram: @themomroompod…
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Have you been feeling disconnected lately? Here are 3 tips to reconnect.
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Send us a Text Message. I just came back from a trip to Italy and there was a moment at a park where I realized something....we need to connect more with ourselves and those we love. I polled our Instagram audience and 50% of parents feel disconnected and of these, 43% feel disconnected from their partners. If you can relate to this, have a listen …
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SOLO: My Experience In The NCAA and Why I Quit
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EP407. After posting a carousel of "some things you may not know about me", Renee received so many questions about her past experiences. One of those experiences was playing NCAA volleyball and ultimately quitting the team after one season. Here is the story! RENEE REINA www.themomroom.com Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @thereneereina TikTok: @the…
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Parenting at Your Own Pace, with Dr. Joel Gator Warsh
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EP406. Dr. Joel Gator Warsh is an integrative pediatrician, father, and author of Parenting at Your Own Pace. In this episode we cover all the major parenting topics like sleep training, baby-led weaning, smartphones, and more! RENEE REINA www.themomroom.com Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @thereneereina TikTok: @thereneereina Facebook Community Yo…
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Generational Adversity and its Effects on the Gut Microbiome
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Bridget Callaghan PhD, discusses her research on the gut-brain-microbiome connection and the impact of generational adversity. The study they conducted found that different forms of adversity were associated with unique signatures in the child's microbiome, and some of these microbes were associated wit…
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EP405. In this episode, Renee talks about The Mom Rage Cycle that Minna Dubin outlined in her book, MOM RAGE. There are five phases and each one couldn't be more relatable. The episode ends with Renee explaining the debacle that happened on Sunday night and her own experience with mom rage. RENEE REINA www.themomroom.com Instagram: @themomroompodca…
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The Unintended Harms Of "Breast Is Best", with Dr. Christie del Castillo-Hegyi & Lynnette Hafken
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EP404. In this episode, Dr. Christie & Lynnette share their personal and professional experiences with feeding babies. They tell us a little bit about the history of breastfeeding and the evolutionary rationale for supplementation, they break down breastfeeding myths like "colostrum only in the first days of a newborns life is adequate", and they e…
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Understanding the Challenges of Military Families
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Cindy Hovington speaks with Matt Brown and Leah Blain about the experiences of military families and their children. The conversation highlights the need for awareness and understanding of the unique lifestyle of military families and the support they require. The goal of the conversation is to shed lig…
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