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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Motherhood is incredible. It's also incredibly challenging, especially with the high pressured, fast paced world we live in today. The Motherkind Podcast hosted by Motherkind founder and coach Zoe Blaskey, is on a mission to bring you some of the best wellbeing teachers in the world to help you find your calm, happy place in the madness of modern mum life. Each episode features a different teacher from the world of self-development and wellbeing or a mum on a path of self-enquiry. We cover e ...
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Are you ready to let go of what isn't truly you and live a more meaningful life? If you answered yes, you've come to the right place! Enter I'm Not Your Shrink, a podcast hosted by clinical psychologist and couples therapist Dr. Tracy Dalgleish. Each week, she combines her clinical knowledge, evidence-based research, and personal experiences as a wife and mother to address the everyday issues we all face. With over 17 years of experience, Dr. Tracy is on a mission to help couples break old p ...
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MOMENT | Why so many of us feel burnt out - the modern motherhood crisis, with Renee Reina
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Motherkind Moment is your place for calm and connection and a shift in perspective before the week ahead. Renee Reina, host of The Mom Room Podcast, joins us to discuss default parenting and why the weight of expectation in our work and our homes has created a perfect storm of modern motherhood. Click here to pre-order your copy of 'Motherkind: A N…
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Understanding the Amygdala and Trauma Bonding with Dr. Kate Truitt
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In today’s episode, Dr. Tracy delves into how early childhood experiences shape our adult relationships with Dr. Kate Truitt, an esteemed clinical psychologist and neuroscientist known for her expertise in trauma and resilience. Dr. Truitt, founder of the Truitt Institute and CEO of the Amy Research Foundation, shares insights from her memoir, Keep…
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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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The insanity of modern motherhood with Dr. Shefali
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We have a very special episode today with Dr. Shefali, expert in family dynamics and the pioneer of the Conscious Parenting movement. Dr. Shefali has had a huge influence on the Motherkind moment so it is a joy to have her on the podcast. Her work is transformational and she joins us to share her unique perspective on raising our families. Here she…
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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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MOMENT | Having the confidence to follow your dreams and how to do it, with Sophie McCartney
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Motherkind Moment is your place for calm and connection and a shift in perspective before the week ahead. This week we're joined by comedian Sophie McCartney to explore why motherhood shouldn't mean we have to give up on our ambitions. Sophie is an amazing example of someone who has gone through a career transformation since becoming a mother, havi…
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Do you need to change your relationship with your phone? Here's how, with Dr. Faye Begeti
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Today we are facing a modern-day challenge head on: our phones. We all want to be more present with our families but our phones can often get in the way. So joining us to share some practical advice is neurologist and author of 'The Phone Fix', Dr. Faye Begeti. Faye talks us through how we can manage our phones better, whether we might be addicted,…
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Matrescence & Beyond: Redefining Mommy Brain with Dr. Nikki Pensak
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It’s safe to say that "mommy brain" is due for a rebrand! In this episode, Dr. Tracy sits down with Dr. Nikki Pensak, a clinical psychologist, TEDx speaker and author of "Rattled," to discuss the challenges and opportunities of motherhood, particularly during the postpartum period. Dr. Nikki shares her journey from academia to becoming a mother, em…
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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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Mini Session #11: Overcoming Obstacles in Your Marriage with Rini and Shaun Frey
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In this mini session, Dr. Tracy talks with Rini and Shaun Frey about overcoming difficult periods in their relationship. Together, they discuss how anger and passive-aggressiveness can lead to disconnection and the importance of initiating early communication before things blow up. Despite eight months of built-up emotions, therapy helped them lear…
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From Escalation to Calm: Practical Tips for Dealing with Disagreements with Dr. Tracy and Greg
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Greg, AKA, Dr. Tracy's favourite co-host and hubby is back this week to discuss strategies to de-escalate disagreements. In this episode, they emphasize the importance of understanding how escalation occurs and how to effectively de-escalate before diving into the deeper and necessary conversations. They share insights from their own relationship, …
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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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Today we are joined by the incredible Laura Jackson: business founder, television presenter and mother of three. She sat down for a brilliantly honest chat about the realities and challenges of motherhood all the while running a business. It's a conversation that covers people pleasing, setting boundaries, and learning to trust yourself. Click here…
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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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MOMENT | Understanding the mother wound and how it shapes us with Bethany Webster
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Motherkind Moment is your place for calm and connection and a shift in perspective before the week ahead. In this week's Moment we hear author and transformational coach, Bethany Webster, discuss the Mother Wound. She guides us through the set of limiting beliefs inherited from our mothers that constitute the Mother Wound, why understanding it can …
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Mini Session #10: Coping with Anxious Attachment in Relationships
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In today’s mini-session, Dr. Tracy addresses coping with anxious attachment in relationships. She explains that it’s not your fault and stems from unmet needs in the past. Dr. Tracy emphasizes self-soothing with affirmations like “I am loved, I am enough, I am worthy” and highlights the importance of looking inward for acceptance. Understanding tri…
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Parenthood, Perfectionism, and Finding Peace after Birth Trauma with Dr. Mona Amin
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Trigger warning: Traumatic birth experience In today’s session, Dr. Tracy sits down with Dr. Mona Amin, a board-certified general pediatrician, online parenting educator, wife and mother. She shares her mission to provide relatable content for parents, aiming to instill confidence and calm in their parenting journey. In this episode, Dr. Mona candi…
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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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Toxic parents all do this one thing - how to never repeat the cycle, with Josh Connolly
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This week we are joined by Josh Connolly, resilience and wellbeing coach, who is leading the conversation around dysfunctional family environments. This is an incredible episode where Josh helps us identify the difference between toxic and dysfunctional parents, what we can do differently to protect the happiness of our own children, when we should…
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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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MOMENT | Your energy is precious - how to stop saying yes when you don’t want to with Helen Marie
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Motherkind Moment is your place for calm and connection and a shift in perspective before the week ahead. Psychotherapist and author Helen Marie sits down with Zoe to talk about the power of saying 'no'. Here they discuss why setting boundaries can make us feel anxious, why it's good to start small, and why setting boundaries can become a life-chan…
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Mini Session #9: Let's Talk About Feelings with Dr. Becky Kennedy
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In this mini session, Dr. Tracy and Dr. Becky discuss the impact of growing up with parents who, despite their best efforts, did not validate certain emotions. This creates an intergenerational legacy where unvalidated feelings become triggers today. They highlight the importance of changing the script for our children's future and our own mental h…
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What to Do When They Never Plan Date Nights
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Tired of always being the initiator in your relationship? This week, Dr. Tracy addresses the common issue of "my husband doesn’t plan date nights," a struggle many listeners have shared. She discusses the prevalent belief in heterosexual relationships that men should instinctively know and plan for their partner's needs, emphasizing that healthy re…
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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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If you're anxious about the summer holidays: listen to this
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It's that time of year again: the summer holidays are upon us. And although our kids will be excited, we can often get to September without feeling energised or refreshed. So in this solo episode Zoe shares with us some hard-won wisdom on how to avoid summer burnout, so that by the time your kids go back to school you won't be feeling like you need…
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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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MOMENT | Mum Rage - the 'drip drip' effect and what to do about it with Minna Dubin
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Motherkind Moment is your place for calm and connection and a shift in perspective before the week ahead. Author Minna Dubin talks us through 'Mum Rage': what it is, the drip-drip effects that can trigger it, and what we can do to avoid it. Click here to pre-order your copy of 'Motherkind: A New way to thrive in a world of endless expectations' Thi…
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Mini Session #8: Addressing Mom Burnout & Perfectionism with Dr. Jen Douglas
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In this week’s mini session, Dr. Tracy and Dr. Jen Douglas, a clinical assistant professor at Stanford University, licensed psychologist, and mental wellness speaker, tackle mom burnout and perfectionism, highlighting the pressures modern mothers face. They discuss how today’s moms spend twice as much time on parenting compared to 1965, coupled wit…
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6 years of interviewing experts: This is the best life-changing advice I've had
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Re-Release | After 6 years of expert advice, Zoe unpacks some of the standout points she's been told. From matrescence to resetting our nervous system, she's got you covered! Make sure to go back and check out our previous episodes. Click here to pre-order your copy of 'Motherkind: A New way to thrive in a world of endless expectations' This show i…
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