Best Maternalmentalhealth Podcasts (2024)

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239: From The Vault: How to Support a Child Going Through Transitions with Jess VanderWier, Founder and CEO of Nurtured First 1:02:22

11m ago1:02:22

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This is part 3 of a 4-part back-to-school series that revisits some of our old favorites from the vault! Transitions can be overwhelming for our children and for us. As moms, we want to know how to support a child going through transitions. We might experience our own anxiety, deal with mom guilt, or question whether they are capable of navigating …

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#337: How to Raise Healthy Pets with Dr. Jennifer Kwon, DVM, CVA, CVFT 1:04:23

3d ago1:04:23

1:04:23

On this week’s episode, we welcome Dr. Jennifer Kwon, a licensed veterinarian a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist and Certified Veterinary Food Therapist. Dr. Jennifer has a passion for holistic, eastern medicine and nutritional therapy. In this episode, we discuss what optimal nutrition looks like for pets and supplements that can support their h…

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238: From The Vault: How to Help a Child With School Anxiety with Dr. Becky Kennedy, Founder of Good Inside 46:46

12h ago46:46

46:46

This is part 2 of a 4-part back-to-school series that revisits some of our old favorites from the vault! Starting school can be very exciting for many kids—but it can also be scary. We want to protect our kids, so when we see them worrying or anxious, we want to support them. But how do you help your child with school anxiety? Today, I’m revisiting…

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#336: Integrative Pediatrician's Tips to the First Three Years of Life with Dr. Joel Gator Warsh 53:16

7h ago53:16

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On this week’s episode, we welcome Dr. Joel Warsh aka @DrJoelGator of the popular parenting Instagram account. Dr. Joel is a Board-Certified Pediatrician in Los Angeles, California who specializes in Parenting, Wellness, and Integrative Medicine. He is the author of Parenting at Your Child’s Pace: The Integrative Pediatrician’s Guide to the First T…

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237: From The Vault: Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten? with Susie Allison, Founder of Busy Toddler 44:28

8d ago44:28

44:28

Is my child ready for kindergarten? What should I do to prepare? What skills do they need? More than ever, parents are scrambling to make sure their children have “kindergarten readiness.” But the skills our children really need for kindergarten are far different than we might think they are. Today, I’m joined by Susie Allison, founder of Busy Todd…

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#335: Life Updates + a Sneak Peek of Season 13 with Steph and Elana 1:01:38

10d ago1:01:38

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Steph and Elana highlight major life updates and give you a sneak peek into the expert interviews for this season. From Elana’s 40th birthday plans and the latest on her health hiccups to Steph’s recap of her summer plans and new traditons, there’s a lot happening as they travel through different seasons of motherhood. In this episode, they also hi…

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236: Approaching Infant Feeding with Flexibility with Sarah O'Leary, CEO of Willow and Andrea Ippolito, CEO & Founder of SimpliFed 1:01:58

23d ago1:01:58

1:01:58

The pressures around breastfeeding are strong, but systemic support doesn’t always allow moms to feed the way they want to. That’s why I was so excited to hear about The State of Feeding, a research-driven report designed to shed light on the real feeding experiences moms are going through. Created as a partnership between Bobbie, Willow, SimpliFed…

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235: Emotional Regulation Skills for Moms with Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist 59:11

22d ago59:11

59:11

Developing our own emotional regulation skills isn’t something that happens overnight. It takes a lot of work, learning, and unlearning. The more awareness we can build about what triggers our dysregulation and how it shows up for us, the better we can become at responding and regulating our emotions. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by…

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234: Overcoming Anxiety About Introducing Solids to Baby with Jenny Best, Founder & CEO of Solid Starts 56:12

30d ago56:12

56:12

Introducing solids to our babies can feel scary, but it doesn’t have to follow one strict guide. We can overcome anxiety and create an environment around food that establishes healthy long-term eating habits. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by Jenny Best, founder of Solid Starts, to discuss how we can rethink our approach to feeding an…

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233: How Intensive Mothering Creates Overwhelmed Moms with Jess Grose, Opinion Writer for The New York Times 58:23

1M ago58:23

58:23

Intensive mothering, unrealistic pressures, and gender norms have created an unattainable ideal of motherhood—one that is taking a toll on modern moms. If we want to break out of this mom overwhelm, we need to recognize those expectations and determine what works for us. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by Jess Grose, author and opinion…

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232: Fostering Emotional Development in Our Children with Alyssa Campbell, CEO of Seed and Sew 54:39

2M ago54:39

54:39

Fostering emotional development goes beyond validating feelings or sticking to a set script—it takes inner work, nervous system regulation, and plenty of self-awareness and self-compassion. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by Alyssa Campbell, CEO of Seed and Sew and co-author of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions. We discuss the importance of em…

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231: A Deeper Look Into Mommy Wine Culture with Amanda White, Author and Founder of Therapy for Women Center 53:05

2M ago53:05

53:05

Mommy wine culture is often viewed as a lighthearted joke—with moms turning to wine or a mimosa to cope with stressful parenting moments. And plenty of moms can enjoy an alcoholic beverage without falling into unhealthy patterns. But alcohol use isn’t always lighthearted—for some moms, there are mental health concerns that are being overlooked and …

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230: Navigating Culture and Mental Health in Motherhood with Sahaj Kaur Kohli, Founder of Brown Girl Therapy 55:07

2M ago55:07

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Our individual upbringing and the culture we were raised in impact the way we show up as parents and the way we approach our own mental health. It’s important to listen to voices in this area who understand firsthand the nuances of culture and mental health, breaking cycles, and carving out individual paths as moms. One of those voices is Sahaj Kau…

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229: Understanding Brain Development in Children with Tammy Schamuhn, Psychologist 54:55

2M ago54:55

54:55

Meltdowns, defiance, and other behaviors are signals of needs—and if we can meet those needs proactively instead of punitively, we can support our children while still teaching and guiding them. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by psychologist Tammy Schamuhn, co-founder of the Institute of Child Psychology to discuss how to approach our…

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228: Overcoming Gender Bias in Healthcare with Dr. Karen Tang, MD and author 50:08

2M ago50:08

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Concerns like PMDD, PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), endometriosis, or even universal experiences like menopause are still underresearched and underdiagnosed. The more we can understand these concerns—and advocate for doctors to take them seriously—the more we can help support women and moms everywhere. Today, I’m joined by gynecologist and repr…

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#334: Life Updates with Steph and Elana 52:41

2M ago52:41

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Steph and Elana are excited to wrap up Season 12 and catch up on some life updates in this episode. Elana shares updates on her journey through mold detoxing, upcoming summer plans, and how her weaning process went. While Steph shares a big upcoming trip along with tools she uses to help her move out of a burnout state. They love sharing the raw an…

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227: From the Vault: Encouraging Independent Play with Susie Allison, Founder of Busy Toddler 45:29

3M ago45:29

45:29

Today, we’re reaching back into the vault to revisit one of our most popular episodes! What if I told you that you didn’t have to play with your child all day? Moms put a lot of pressure on themselves to entertain their kids. They believe that “good moms” play with their kids as much as possible. But when we learn how to encourage independent play,…

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#333: Lyme Disease: Prevention, Treatment, and Natural Medicines for Doctor Moms with Dr. Jaquel Patterson, ND 44:15

3M ago44:15

44:15

Nothing can put a damper on a gorgeous sunny day quite like finding a tick attached to your child. If finding a tick instantly amps up your anxiety about Lyme disease or other infections you are NOT alone! We know there are SO many amazing benefits to being outside and spending time in nature, so we want to help you feel empowered to handle ticks a…

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226: Navigating Mom Shaming with Renee Reina, Host of The Mom Room Podcast 55:02

3M ago55:02

55:02

It isn’t easy to feel confident in a world full of mom shaming. When moms are already feeling lonely and unsupported, disconnected from their friends, and unsure about their abilities, this pressure and criticism can take a real toll on their self-esteem and their mental health. Today, I’m joined by Renee Reina, Ph.D, host of The Mom Room Podcast, …

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#332: Postpartum Exercises for C-Section Recovery with Krystle from Expecting & Empowered 56:10

3M ago56:10

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Steph interviews Krystle from Expecting and Empowered about postpartum fitness, including c-section recovery and exercise. Krystle is a physical therapist who has treated hundreds of pregnancy and postpartum patients. She’s poured 12+ years of knowledge working with women into her app and the education on her platform. In this episode, they discuss…

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225: Encouraging Healthy Screen Time Habits with Dr. Michael Rich 51:09

3M ago51:09

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It can be hard to establish healthy screen time habits for our children. But with the right framework in place, we can let go of guilt and fear and foster a positive relationship with technology within a healthy balance. Today, I’m joined by pediatrician and author Dr. Michael Rich, known as “the Mediatrician,” to discuss how we can set kids up for…

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#331: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids: An Integrative Pediatrician's Guide to Whole Child Resilience with Dr. Elisa Song 1:09:30

3M ago1:09:30

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Dr. Elisa Song, MD is a Stanford-, NYU-, UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, and mom to 2 thriving children and today’s special guest. On today’s episode, we talk about her NEW BOOK Healthy Kids Happy Kids: An Integrative Pediatrician’s Guide to Whole Child Resilience! Dr. Song teaches us what Whole Child Re…

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224: Breaking Away from Mom Guilt with JoAnn Crohn 55:35

4M ago55:35

55:35

Mom guilt is often fueled by intensive mothering ideology—the belief that moms should sacrifice every bit of their time, energy, and resources to their children (and find fulfillment only in motherhood), along with gender norms and social expectations. We can learn to manage mom guilt through awareness, anchoring ourselves in our values, and valida…

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#330: Mastering Peri-Menopause with Dr. Jessica Shepherd 49:14

4M ago49:14

49:14

Steph interviews Dr. Jessica Shepherd, a nationally known women's health expert and board-certified OBGYN, about perimenopause. As a menopause expert, Dr. Shepherd offers education and tools that allow women to find solutions and, feel seen and heard as they enter menopause. In this interview, they discuss, what perimenopause is and when it starts,…

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223: Busting the Dream Job Myth with Lauren McGoodwin, CEO of Career Contessa 49:14

4M ago49:14

49:14

Gender norms, social expectations, and motherhood all become wrapped up in our identities, often leaving us questioning our career paths. But perhaps the answer starts with breaking away from the idea of a “dream job” and focusing instead on empowering ourselves to make active decisions driven by our internal values. Today, I’m joined by Lauren McG…

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#329: Milk Options: Raw Milk, Goat, Non-Dairy how to choose with Haley from My SuperHero Foods 57:20

4M ago57:20

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Milk choices are such a hot topic - it can lead to confusion and overwhelm as there are many options to choose from! What is right for one individual may not be beneficial to another - best to be informed and empowered with knowledge so you can make the best choice for your family! On today’s episode, Dr. Elana interviews Haley Scheich to review th…

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222: Understanding and Implementing Responsive Parenting with Dr. Cindy Hovington, founder of Curious Neuron 58:55

4M ago58:55

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As moms, we feel immense pressure to stay calm and peaceful even in the toughest, most triggering moments. And when we fall short, we often beat ourselves up and feel ashamed. But if we want to break this cycle, we need to move away from shame and find a way to offer ourselves the same compassion and understanding that we have for our children. Tod…

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#328: Navigating Burnout and Anxiety in Motherhood with Mama Psychologists 44:19

4M ago44:19

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Steph interviews Chelsea Bodie, co-founder of the Mama Psychologists, to discuss ways moms can navigate anxiety and intrusive thoughts. They discuss common fears moms have when it comes to their kids and how to navigate those fears. You’ll learn when “common” becomes concerning and how to get the support you need to feel more at ease and less alone…

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221: How to Maintain Friendships (and Make Friends) as a Mom with Danielle Bayard Jackson, Author 59:09

4M ago59:09

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Maintaining friendships or making new friends as a mom, takes skills, intention, and deliberation. The adjustment to motherhood changes us—and it makes sense that our friendships, along with our values, priorities, and other relationships, might change too. That doesn’t mean we have to leave our old friendships behind, and it doesn’t mean we can’t …

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#327: Elana's Personal Story On Mold: Detection, Testing, and Remediation with Brian Karr from Moldfinders 1:03:44

4M ago1:03:44

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Mold can be a very scary and overwhelming topic for “Doctor Moms” to learn about. Yet even though complex, it shouldn’t be a topic to shy away from. Parents deserve to have the knowledge to advocate for optimal detection, testing, and remediation so they can ensure a safe home for their families. In today’s episode, Dr. Elana interviews mold expert…

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220: How Stressed Moms Can Cope with Amelia Nagoski, co-author of Burnout 57:56

5M ago57:56

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We don’t have to accept stress as our default state of being. When we can learn how stress shows up in our bodies, what our triggers are, and how to break away from the stress cycle we are trapped in, we can improve our well-being and show up the way we want for our children and for ourselves. Today, I’m joined by Amelia Nagoski, co-author of Burno…

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#326: Functional Lab Testing for Preconception, Pregnancy, and Postpartum with Kaely McDevitt, RD 51:43

5M ago51:43

51:43

Steph interviews Kaely McDevitt, RD, about functional lab testing. Kaely specializes in nutrition for women's health. Through personalized nutrition, she helps women reclaim their energy, optimize fertility, and overcome hormone symptoms. In this episode, they discuss the lab tests all women should consider on their journey to and through motherhoo…

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219: From the Vault: Why Does a Messy House Give Me Anxiety? with KC Davis, Licensed Professional Therapist and Author 56:53

5M ago56:53

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Why does a messy house give me anxiety? Why can’t I motivate myself to clean since I had kids? Am I just a lazy mom? Moms often worry about these things, feeling immense pressure to keep a clean house and experiencing shame when they fall short of those expectations. As moms, we can’t always buy ourselves more time to clean. But we can approach the…

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#325: Life Updates + Sneak Peek of Season 12 with Steph and Elana 1:00:36

5M ago1:00:36

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Steph and Elana highlight major life updates and give you a sneak peek into the expert interviews for this season. From Elana’s transition to homeschooling and navigating mold exposure to Steph navigating family injuries and new stages of parenthood, there’s a lot happening as they travel through different seasons of motherhood. In this episode, th…

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218: Breaking Away from the Invisible Load of Motherhood with Carly Watters, Literary Agent 53:15

5M ago53:15

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The invisible load of motherhood isn’t easy to see, define, or explain. We feel the weight of it, but we often assume that we are just failing or that our partner is the problem. But when we learn to let go of the beliefs that create this “Mother Load,” we can take the steps to release and redistribute the mental and emotional labor in our homes. T…

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217: How Partners Can Share in the Invisible Load with Zach Watson, Content Creator and Invisible Labor Educator for Men 54:31

5M ago54:31

54:31

When partners take an active role in the invisible load, everyone benefits. It reduces pressure and overwhelm on moms, and it empowers partners to make decisions and parent with confidence. Today, I’m joined by Zach Watson, creator of Real Zach Think Share and invisible labor educator for men, to unpack why partners need to help carry the invisible…

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216: Understanding Menopause and Mental Health with Dr. Heather Hirsch, Founder of the Menopause & Midlife Clinic 56:57

5M ago56:57

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Discussing the relationship between menopause and mental health is important. It gives us awareness of what we’re experiencing or what we might experience in the future—and it helps break the stigma, both around mental health and women’s health. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Heather Hirsch, founder of the Menopause & Midlife Clinic and author of Unlock …

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