Modern Mom Probs

In this episode, Tara chats with Kanika Chadda Gupta, a former CNN journalist and host of the popular podcast That's Total Mom Sense. They discuss life lessons Kanika has learned from her podcast guests, including Rebecca Minkoff, Chelsea Clinton, Eve Rodsky, and Zibby Owens. Tara and Kanika dive into the concept of "mom sense" and the importance of trusting one's intuition in parenting. Kanika shares insider tips on conducting successful interviews and emphasizes the value of storytelling in learning life lessons. This episode is a testament to the power of supportive mom friendships and the importance of learning from others.If you’re looking for meaningful life lessons, this episode is for you!Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's episode, Tara is joined by Ryan Viktorin, Fidelity Investments Financial Consultant, on the topic of retirement planning for busy parents. Ryan shares her takeaways for retirement planning, including what is the best age to start, how to decide how much to set aside and how we can learn financial literacy. Ryan explains how we can save for retirement while also saving for everyday life needs, such as an emergency fund.If you've ever thought "I don't know where to begin planning for retirement," then this episode is for you! This episode is sponsored by Fidelity.Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode Tara brings on Jo Piazza, best-selling author and established podcaster, about the mental health implications of living an online life, particularly for content creators. The conversation also touches on the tragic recent passing of Heather Armstrong, the pioneer parenting writer and creator of Dooce.com. They discuss the impact of social media on mental health and the toxicity of the internet towards women and mother creators. Jo shares her experiences as the host of Under The Influence podcast interviewing creators who have been driven to the brink by the negativity they face online. They also discuss the vulnerability of mothers and the identity shift that comes with motherhood, which can make them more susceptible to online attacks. This raw conversation highlights the importance of discussing mental health in the context of living an online life and the need for better support for creators, particularly women and mothers.*This episode contains explicit words. Links:https://www.jopiazza.com/www.dooce.comSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Infertility is a topic that is often surrounded by stigma and shame, leaving hopeful parents feeling isolated and alone. In this podcast episode, Tara interviews Stephanie Levich, the founder and president of Family Match Consulting, a fertility consulting firm. Over the course of her 20+ year career, Stephanie has helped over 3,000 parents on their path toward creating families.Tara and Stephanie discuss their personal experiences with infertility and how it has shaped their lives and careers. They also talk about the stigma surrounding infertility and the various options available for hopeful parents, including IVF, surrogacy, egg and sperm donation, and adoption. You won't want to miss Tara's juicy question about Stephanie's experience working with celeb clients. They wrap things up with a heartwarming chat about the importance of community and how sometimes it takes a village to make a baby.If you’re starting on the path to family building and don’t know where to begin, listen to this episode. Links:https://www.familymatchconsulting.com/https://www.fromthestartbook.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

​​Having a premature baby or a newborn who spends time in the NICU can be a traumatic and emotional experience for parents.In this week’s episode, Tara speaks with Jodi Klaristenfeld, founder of FLRRiSH, a platform that offers support and resources for parents of premature babies. Jodi shares her personal story of having a premature baby due to a rare and life-threatening form of preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome, and how she created FLRRiSH to help other NICU parents. Tara shares her own experience of being a NICU mom as well. The conversation highlights the need for more awareness and resources for parents of preemies, and the crucial role that support plays in their journey. Over 80% of NICU parents have some type of mental health issue within the first five years after their child's NICU stay, yet there is not enough support for parents in this situation. Jodi emphasizes that being a NICU parent is a beautiful experience because it allows for a unique bonding experience with your child, but it also comes with its challenges and emotional toll. She encourages parents to seek help for themselves and their children without shame and not to compare their child's progress to others.If this story resonates with you or if you want to learn more on how to support NICU parents, listen to this episode. Links:https://www.flrrish.com/https://instagram.com/flrrishhttps://facebook.com/flrrishhttps://linkedin.com/company/flrrish-inc/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As a mother, it can often feel like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. From postpartum depression to raising neurodivergent children, the challenges can be overwhelming. But the good news is that you don't have to go through it alone. In this “Modern Mom Probs” podcast episode, Tara talks with two amazing women who have created strong supportive communities for mothers: Aubrey Grossen and Megan Champion. In this raw conversation, they emphasize the importance of finding a community and the power of connecting with others who understand your struggles. Aubrey shares her experience with postpartum depression and anxiety, which led her to create a group for moms to support each other. Megan shares her experience raising a neurodivergent child and feeling overwhelmed and isolated. She started the On the Hard Days podcast to share her story and connect with other moms raising neurodivergent kids. This led her to create Mothers Together, an online support community that matches moms with similar experiences to help them find their people. Both women also have strong communities on the Marco Polo video app. The conversation highlights the challenges that moms face in finding supportive communities. Megan points out the limitations of in-person support groups, which can be too formal, inconvenient, and infrequent for many moms. She emphasizes the importance of creating a space where moms can be vulnerable and share the real struggles of motherhood. Aubrey adds that it can be difficult for moms to prioritize self-care and seek out communities when they are already carrying a heavy mental load.If you’ve ever struggled to find “your people,” listen to this episode. Links:https://www.ontheharddays.com/podcasthttps://mothers-together.mn.co/https://www.aubreygrossen.com/https://www.anewyouagain.comSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As parents, we often want to shield our children from the realities of the world, but it's ultimately impossible to do so. When children do hear about the news, it's important to have open and honest conversations with them. In this episode of the "Modern Mom Probs" podcast, Tara interviews Tracy Leeds Kaplan, the founder of Small But Mighty Media and creator of the popular podcast "The Ten News," about how to talk with children about the news. They discuss the importance of age-appropriate news sources for kids, the challenges of discussing sensitive topics, and the need for giving yourself space to be emotional. They also touch on the challenges of parenting in the digital age and finding time for family discussions. Tracy emphasizes the importance of listening and using age-appropriate language when discussing heavy news topics with kids.If you’ve ever been at a loss for words, listen to this episode. Links:https://www.thetennews.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ten-news-news-for-curious-kids/id1514325670https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-grown-ups-how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-gun-violence/id1514325670?i=1000607581233Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you snuggle up on the couch to watch a good true crime documentary? Do you love to hear about the latest heist or unsolved case? Well, you're not alone! In this episode of Modern Mom Probs, Tara interviews Gretchen and Tabitha, relatable, funny moms and hosts of the popular "Housewives of True Crime" podcast. Gretchen and Tabitha share their perspective on why moms love true crime stories, why they're so fascinating, and how they can be empowering. They also share personal experiences and tips for being aware of your surroundings and taking precautions to stay safe. The Housewives of True Crime share some hilarious stories about their favorite true crime cases, including a woman running an escort service out of her Zumba studio. It's amazing how they can find humor in even the darkest stories.So why not join in on the mystery and intrigue? Check out this episode for your true crime fix. Who knows, you might even learn a thing or two about staying safe in the process.Links:https://www.housewivesoftruecrime.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/housewives-of-true-crime/id1458816958Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why is talking about money and spending so taboo?On this Modern Mom Probs episode, Tara interviews Megan Dwyer, a certified financial planner and host of the Money Isn't Scary podcast. The conversation centers around the importance of being intentional with spending and understanding the behavioral aspects behind it. They also discuss the challenges faced by mothers and women in general when it comes to managing their finances, including the need to reflect on one's values and priorities. The episode emphasizes the importance of breaking generational patterns and challenging the scarcity mindset, as well as the need for more conversations around money to empower individuals to get paid what they're worth.If you’ve ever bought something and then felt guilty afterwards, you should listen to this episode.Links:https://moneyisntscary.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-isnt-scary-money-mindset-money-anxiety-intentional/id1542792192Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is that a hot flash? Why does my brain feel foggy? Why don’t I feel like myself anymore?Tara and board certified psychiatrist Dr. Judith Joseph discuss menopause and its effects on mental health. Dr. Judith dispels myths about menopause and emphasizes the importance of educating oneself about its symptoms and effects. They discuss the link between menopause and mood changes, cognitive ability, and sleep patterns. Dr. Judith provides her 5 V’s strategy for protecting mental health during menopause, including validation, venting, values, vitals, and vision. They also discuss the stigma and shame surrounding menopause and the need for open communication and community support. Finally, Dr. Judith discusses her content creation process and finding inspiration from her clinical experience.If you’re approaching that age or are already in it, you should listen to this episode!Links:https://www.instagram.com/drjudithjoseph/https://judithjosephmd.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, Tara interviews Terri Fry, a business consultant and founder of the Mom Like That podcast, about creating a business plan for content creators that extends beyond social media. They discuss the importance of understanding the full landscape of a business, setting goals that align with the business's objectives, and not fixating on visible goals, such as follower count or video views, that don't measure up to the key things that will move the needle towards your business goals. Terri emphasizes the importance of having a strategy in place for your business and social pages, regardless of the number of followers you have on social media, and advises content creators to set realistic goals and readjust them as needed. They also discuss the value of seeking help and having open conversations with other content creators to get valuable advice.If you’re an aspiring content creator (or an established one just winging it), you should listen to this episode!Links:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-like-that/id1438325544https://www.instagram.com/momlikethatpodcastSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Tara talks with her long-time friend, author and content creator, Linda Fruits about her new book, "The Mom Life: The Sweet, the Bitter, and the Bittersweet Fruits of Motherhood." Linda is a relatable mom with a big sense of humor and a big heart, and her book is a gorgeous, incredible reflection of her amazing soul. In this life-affirming conversation, they discuss Linda's journey as a mom, as a creator, and they discuss the inspiration behind her book. They also talk about the power of saying "no" as a mom and the importance of self-care and setting boundaries, especially during the postpartum period. The conversation highlights the unique and unconventional ways that people can create families and support each other in their journeys to parenthood, and they explore Linda's experience of coming to terms with her sexuality. In this heartfelt conversation amongst friends, Tara and Linda highlight the challenges and triumphs of motherhood, including the pressure to breastfeed and the importance of being present, flexible, and the value of being open to learning and growing as a parent.If you ever needed a friend to help you navigate the #momlife, you should listen to this episode!Links:https://fruitsofmotherhood.com/https://www.instagram.com/fruitsofmotherhood“The Mom Life: The Sweet, the Bitter, and the Bittersweet Fruits of Motherhood” is now available wherever books are sold online: https://amzn.to/3yPuifISupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it mean to be your authentic self? It’s a term that gets thrown around a lot on social media. Tune in to this Modern Mom Probs episode with Tara Clark and Iesha Madden to learn how to identify your core values, passions, and how to create a space for others to share their stories. Iesha encourages people to ask themselves the hard questions and to put forward what they are passionate about, even if it feels scary. Tara and Iesha discuss the importance of women supporting women and how being one’s authentic self can lead to personal development. They also discuss the concept of people-pleasing and how it can be detrimental to our wellbeing. Learn how to set attainable goals and follow your values to become the person you strive to be!Links:https://www.instagram.com/morethanamamaseries/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever wished that children came with a parenting road map? Yeah, us too!New York Times best-selling author, international speaker, and Oprah-endorsed conscious parenting expert Dr. Shefali joins the show to discuss her new book The Parenting Map: Step-by-Step Solutions to Consciously Create the Ultimate Parent-Child Relationship. In this conversation, Dr. Shefali shares concepts on how to live in the present as parents and exist in a state of “what is, not what if.” She explores “parenting as a sport” and how to integrate conscious parenting to eliminate that phenomenon. If you ever wanted to bring your relationship with your child from conflict to connection, then you should listen to this episode.Links:https://www.drshefali.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sara Petersen, author of Momfluenced: Inside the Maddening, Picture-perfect World of Mommy Influencer Culture joins the show to share her sharp observations on this shiny world. In this candid conversation, Sara and Tara discuss how mommy influencer culture impacts women psychologically as consumers, as performers and as mothers. They both share their personal experiences of being influenced and offer strategies on becoming more aware of the messaging. This conversation will leave you thinking of how to define motherhood for yourself without letting a narrative determine it for you. If you ever went down a social media rabbit hole or said “Instagram made me buy it,” you should listen to this episode. Links:http://sara-petersen.com/Momfluenced: Inside the Maddening, Picture-Perfect World of Mommy Influencer Culture: https://amzn.to/40YABdLSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Popular writer Kathryn Jezer-Morton joins the show to explore the concepts of affordable child care, wellness, and social media narrative. Kathryn writes Brooding, a column about family life for The Cut and does research on momfluencers, and digital culture's influence on domestic space. In this timely, thought-provoking conversation, Tara and Kathryn explore “what would get people interested enough to talk about the need for affordable child care?” Could the solution be correlating it with wellness? If so, how could prominent people be interested enough to use their platform to raise awareness for it?Kathryn shares how “the narrative about taking care of ourselves has to evolve into a narrative about taking care of one another.”If you’d like to hear how day care can make the world more tender, listen to this episode.Links:https://www.thekjm.com/https://www.thecut.com/tags/brooding/https://www.thecut.com/2023/01/affordable-child-care-as-collective-wellness.htmlSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Psychologist and couple’s therapist Dr. Tracy Dalgleish joins the show to share her expertise on how to set boundaries with your in-laws. Dr. Tracy is the host of the "I'm Not Your Shrink" podcast and her new book, “I Didn’t Sign Up for This: Stories of Unlocking Old Patterns and Finding Joy in Our Relationships” will be released in Fall 2023.In this honest conversation, Dr. Tracy shares why women often have a “head start” on setting boundaries and why it’s so important for partners to work together on this. She also explains how to co-exist alongside your in-laws in a way that works for you and your family.If you’ve ever said, “I didn’t sign up for this!” you should listen to this episode. Links:https://www.drtracyd.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/im-not-your-shrink/id1452433255?ls=1&mt=2https://www.instagram.com/drtracyd/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Often we hear new moms say, “no one ever told me about this!” In this episode of Modern Mom Probs, we’re going to talk about all the things. Registered psychologists Chelsea Slavens and Caitlin Bodie, founders of the popular Instagram account @MamaPsychologists drop their knowledge on the good, bad and ugly about the postpartum journey. Caitlin and Chelsea are the authors of the new book, Not Your Mother’s Postpartum Book: Normalizing Post-Baby Mental Health Struggles, Navigating #MOMLife, and Finding Strength Amid the Chaos. The Mama Psychologists discuss what to look for in terms of postpartum mental health issues and how to seek out help. They share their one piece of advice for mothers who may be suffering from postpartum struggles. If you’re wondering what to expect or are already knee-deep in it, you need to listen to this episode!Links:https://www.mamapsychologists.ca/https://www.instagram.com/mamapsychologists/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As a leading voice in the movement for equity in the home, Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play joins the show to discuss concepts from her new book Find Your Unicorn Space. Eve draws from her extensive research to provide an inspirational approach to reignite our creativity.In this insightful, meaningful conversation, she shares her practical tips for combatting mom guilt and how to create an active legacy. This talk will leave you rethinking how you use your time and how to capture your unicorn space.Links:https://www.everodsky.com/https://www.instagram.com/everodsky/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s Modern Mom Probs episode, life and business coach, author, podcast host and the founder of Mama Work It, Marisa Lonic joins the show. Marisa shares her time management and productivity methods when it comes to the juggling act of mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, so we can live our best life. Marisa explains how we should view time as a bestie instead of a frenemy and why this relationship with time is a critical piece in effective time management. In this lively conversation, she shares her mantra when it comes to multitasking and you’ll want to grab a pencil when you hear it.If you’ve ever said, “there aren’t enough hours in the day,” you’ll need to listen to this episode.Links:Time MOMagement: www.mamaworkit.com/freeminicoursewww.mamaworkit.com http://www.instagram.com/letmamaworkithttp://www.facebook.com/letmamaworkithttp://www.linkedin.com/in/marisalonic http://www.pinterest.com/mamaworkit Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s Modern Mom Probs episode, Licensed Clinical Social Work therapist Eli Weinstein joins the show to share his perspective on men’s mental health issues. Eli, a father, husband and host of the Dude Therapist podcast, explores how becoming a father affects men’s mental health and why more men don’t necessarily seek out professional treatment. In light of the tragic death of Stephen “tWitch” Boss, Eli and Tara discuss their experiences with loved ones who died by suicide and how to check in on someome. Eli shares the importance of how men finding a village can be life-saving. If you or your partner’s default answer is “I’m ok, everything is ok”, you should listen to this episode. Links:https://www.eliweinsteinlcsw.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dude-therapist/id1523091085Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2023 is here! Let’s start this year off on the right foot. On this week’s Modern Mom Probs episode, Pamela Pekerman joins the show to share her tips for realistic quarterly planning for entrepreneurs and moms in general. Pamela is the founder of Hustle Like a Mom, a community and educational platform on a mission to empower “the between drop off and pick up mompreneur.” She explains how being a "value-driven entrepreneur" and “diversifying your joy” can set you up for a successful year. She also deep dives into what to focus on and what to let go of to jumpstart your progress. Links:https://www.hustlelikeamom.comSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of Modern Mom Probs, Conscious Parenting Coach Ashley Seling joins the show to explore the connection between our childhood and our child's childhood and how it impacts our parenting. Tara and Ashley explore what it means to reparent yourself and what it may look like. Ashley shares ways for parents to reparent themselves in small pockets of time, set healthy boundaries, and gain confidence in their emotions, so they can feel in control of whatever stressful parenting situation comes their way.If you are looking to be a calmer, more confident parent, you should listen to this episode!Links:https://ashleyseling.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s Modern Mom Probs episode, Samantha Matt, author of the book Average is the New Awesome: A Manifesto for the Rest of Us and creator of the popular Instagram account @averagepeopleproblems joins the show. In this celebration of ordinary awesomeness, Samantha shares what it means to embrace being average and how to manage expectations while still having standards. She also explains how it’s ok if you’re not “where you thought you’d be in life” right now and empowering yourself to embrace where you are.If you have ever felt like “you’re not enough,” you should listen to this episode!Link:https://samanthamatt.com/average-is-the-new-awesome/https://www.instagram.com/averagepeopleproblems/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It goes without saying how stressful the holidays can be, from gift-buying to dealing with family dynamics.In this week’s episode of Modern Mom Probs, Tara welcomes Abbey Williams, behavioral health therapist and host of the You, The Mother Podcast. Tara and Abbey discuss navigating awkward family interactions and toxic family dynamics. They explore the most effective way to set boundaries without looking like “the jerk.” If you’re looking to protect your peace during this season, you should listen to this episode!Link:www.youthemother.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-the-mother/id1449622243Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week’s Modern Mom Probs episode, New York Times opinion writer and author Jessica Grose joins the show to discuss her new book, Screaming on the Inside: The Unsustainability of American Motherhood.Known for her excellent coverage of parenting in the pandemic, Jessica really has her finger on the pulse of modern parenting. Her work is helping dismantle unrealistic parenting expectations. In doing so, she empowers today’s mothers to make choices that serve themselves and their families. In this timely and important conversation, Jessica and Tara discuss the history of American motherhood and how it has evolved over time. Jessica explores the implications of social media in modern motherhood, and explains how anxiety, jealousy, shame and guilt are the four horsemen of the “Mompocalyse.” Jessica explains how we got to this moment, why the current state of expectations on mothers is unsustainable, and how we can make meaningful change.If you ever felt like you were “screaming on the inside,” you need to listen to this episode.Link:http://jessicagrose.com/https://amzn.to/3UughMQSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Puberty is tough. Too bad there isn’t a manual for it…well, now there is! Dr. Melisa Holmes, board certified Ob-Gyn and Dr. Trish Hutchison, board certified pediatrician, are the co-founders of the leading digital health platform, Girlology. Combined, these two women have more than 4+ decades of clinical experience and have dedicated themselves to educating mothers, caregivers and young girls on puberty, adolescent development, sexual health and wellness, and parenting.On this week’s episode, Melisa and Trish share their insights on how and when to talk to our daughters about puberty. They set the record straight on some of the biggest misconceptions and myths about females hitting puberty and what happens at a first GYN appointment. Whether it be developing breasts, dealing with new odors, or acne on the skin, Melisa and Trish share how to approach these common topics in a way that helps your child without embarrassment (for them or for you). They even share their most recommended bra shopping tips (something many women don’t know until they’re adults). In this conversation, Melisa and Trish explore how parents can respect their daughter's needs for privacy while also monitoring their development.If you ever thought “I wish someone would have explained this to me when I was young,” take a listen to this episode. It will leave you feeling empowered with the right things to say during an awkward conversation.If you want to have the answers to your daughter’s questions, check out Girlology.com and use discount code MOMPROBS to receive 20% off your annual subscription.Link:https://girlology.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Modern Mom Probs, two of the funniest, straight-shooting women on social media join the show. Cailtin Murray, creator of Big Time Adulting and host of the Big Time Adulting podcast and Nicki Marie, creator of TikTok’s Nicki Unplugged bring their honest, no nonsense (ok, maybe a little nonsense) approach to modern motherhood and the social media pressures we face. In this lively conversation, they get honest by calling BS on the whole thing. If you follow them on social media, you’re going to love the big New England Mom Energy Caitlin and Nicki bring to this episode!Links:https://www.instagram.com/bigtimeadulting/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-time-adulting-podcast/id1593880783https://www.tiktok.com/@nickiunpluggedhttps://www.instagram.com/nickimarieinc/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Modern Mom Probs, product designer, mother of 5 and CEO of Slate, Brynn Snyder joins the show to explore the age-old question “Can we have it all?” She shares her insights on what it means to “have it all,” what that looks like for her, and why community is so important. Time-crunched Brynn also shares some creative time management tips, which will leave you wanting to grab a pen and paper.If you’ve ever pondered whether you can have it all, you should listen to this episode. Links:www.slateflosser.comSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode was originally recorded live on Fireside. One of Tara’s oldest friends from kindergarten, Katie Mulvaney of Healthy Moms joins to chat about making mom friends. Why does it sometimes feel so hard? Should you force a friendship because your children are friends? What should you look for in a good mom friend? Can technology help?Motherhood wasn’t meant to be experienced alone. Listen to this episode and find your people. Links:https://www.instagram.com/healthy.moms_/https://katie-mulvaney.mykajabi.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Diary of an Honest Mom’s Libby Ward returns to the show to talk about mom rage. What is it? What can we do about it? Why does it seem to be an issue that so few moms are talking about? Libby shares her tips on how she brings herself down from a “10” when she’s reached her limit. If you’ve ever rage cleaned your kitchen, or even know what rage cleaning is, you need to listen to this episode!Links:https://diaryofanhonestmom.com/https://www.instagram.com/diaryofanhonestmom/https://www.tiktok.com/@diaryofanhonestmomSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Designer, style expert, mother, and founder of the do-it-yourself lifestyle brand P.S.- I Made This, Erica Domesek joins the show to discuss how to step away from screens and get creative with our children. In this lively conversation, Erica shares how getting crafty with our family can grow smarter and happier kids. She walks Tara through her favorite projects in her new book P.S.- We Made This: Super Fun Crafts that Grow Smarter and Happier Kids and explains how it’s a “no glitter zone.”If you’re a parent who wants to creatively connect with your children in a way that won’t break the bank, you need to listen to this episode!http://psimadethis.com/https://www.instagram.com/PSiMadeThis/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Real-life husband and wife therapist team, Erin and Dr. Stephen Mitchell of Couples Counseling For Parents, join the show to explore the often-sticky topic of the mental load of motherhood. They share how to tactfully bring it up to your partner and a role-play script you can use to start the conversation in your own home. Stephen provides his unique insight as a father and husband on sharing the load.If you ever wanted your partner to take ownership of some of the responsibilities without it turning into an argument, you need to listen to this episode.Links: https://createyourcouplestory.com/https://www.instagram.com/couples.counseling.for.parentsSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, Tara welcomes author and mental health advocate Alex Kornswiet to the show. In this very candid episode, Tara and Alex open up about their experiences with infertility, loss, and surrogacy. They share their circuitous and unexpected journeys to motherhood. During this poignant episode, they offer support and share insightful tips on overcoming.If you have ever suffered pregnancy loss or infertility, know you are not alone. Links:https://www.instagram.com/ourbeautifulsurprisehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08LKQVXLB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_srMXFbKK63D5HSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nutritionist, health coach, Certified Health Educator and one of Tara’s oldest friends, Katie Mulvaney joins the show to explore how self-love is tied into healthy eating and body-appreciation. Tara and Katie explore modern diet culture and how to dress for one’s body. Katie shares practices that moms realistically can do to increase their self-love and body positivity.If you have a body, you shouldn’t miss this episode!Links:https://www.instagram.com/healthy.moms_/https://katie-mulvaney.mykajabi.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Where do people pleasers come from? Why do they do it? What’s their origin story?Therapist and founder of “Parenting with Perspectacles” Maggie Nick joins the show to explain how patterns of low self-worth show up as people pleasing, perfectionism, and controlling behaviors. She shares how parents need to put on their “Perspectacles” to catch themselves when they are accidentally and unintentionally falling into the way they were parented and making their children feel ashamed when they act out their stress or express their emotions. With the right “Perspectacles” on, parents can start meeting their children where they are developmentally and physiologically to make them feel seen and loved, no matter their behavior. Sometimes in order to parent our children, we need to reparent ourselves. If you’re a people pleaser or a recovering one, you need to listen to this conversation!Links:https://www.instagram.com/parentingwithperspectacles/https://register.maggienick.com/goSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Not all marriages have fairy tale endings. What happens when it doesn’t work out? What happens then?Michelle Dempsey-Multack, author, certified divorce coach and host of the podcast, “Moms Moving On” stops by to explain what it means to “move on” from relationships in a healthy way and shares some practical ways moms can start fresh without having their past hold them back. In this lively conversation, Michelle outlines what effective co-parenting looks like and how to be your best self post-divorce.If you are considering a divorce, in the process or already divorced, this episode is for you. Links:https://momsmovingon.com/https://momsmovingon.com/podcasts/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Writer and Parent Educator Deborah Farmer Kris joins the show to share why and how to be an “emotion scientist” with our children. By getting curious about their emotions, parents can help reduce judgment surrounding certain behaviors, paving the way for a more understanding, respectful relationship. Deborah shares her key tools (H.O.S.E. and “Yay, Oops, & Blah”) to tap into our children’s behavior, moods, and thoughts.This episode will have you grabbing a pen and paper to take notes! Links:https://www.parenthood365.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you sometimes feel triggered by your children’s behavior? Do you find yourself getting frustrated by even the smallest things? We get it, it’s pretty common. Peg Sadie, trained psychotherapist and resilience coach, joins the show to share her insights on how modern parents can create more calm and intentional lives. In this episode, Tara and Peg break down what conscious parenting is, how to employ it when we interact with our children, and how to lower the frustration level. This episode is a lively, relatable conversation about how to help you parent more intentionally. Links:https://pegsadie.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Heading back to school soon? Time to get back into a routine!Becca Campbell, a certified pediatric sleep expert, founder of Little Z's Sleep and host of The Little Z's Sleep Podcast, joins the show to share how to get our children’s sleep schedules ready for the new school year. She also discusses how parents should reset their own sleep clocks too. This conversation is filled with so many “oh yeah, me too” moments, it will leave you nodding in agreement.Links: https://littlezsleep.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/little-zs-sleep-podcast/id1350931749Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Think your kids are ready for their first phone? Catherine Pearlman, author of the new book, “First Phone: A Child’s Guide to Digital Responsibility, Safety and Etiquette” drops by the show to discuss how to “know” when your children are ready for their first phone. With her extensive knowledge of the subject, Catherine walks us through how to figure out this anxiety-provoking modern mom prob. She even shares a startling statistic about how many teens sleep with phones on their pillows every night. This stat will shock you! Catherine even breaks down what to keep an eye out for when your children are on social media. She also provides insightful tips for parents who are currently struggling with monitoring and regulating their kids’ screen time.If you’re currently facing or anticipating this modern problem (and you should be), you’re going to want to listen to this episode. Links:http://thefamilycoach.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is self-care an unattainable concept? Is the term overused?Tara is joined by Self-Care Therapist and The Mental Mile podcast host Kristi Yeh to explore all things self-care, including its history. Kristi offers suggestions on different categories of self-care, how to find micro-moments of rest, and how to combat creator burnout. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed (and who hasn’t?!), this episode is for you. Links: https://parentselfcare.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mental-mile/id1528190138Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Flying solo on the season finale, Tara breaks down one of the biggest modern mom problems as reported by her Instagram followers– screen time. Tara explains what the Screen Fiend is and how to tame it. As a heavy social media user, she discusses her love/hate relationship with screen time and shares tips on how to prevent the all-consuming social media from consuming you. Links: www.modernmomprobs.comSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Parent mindset shifter, coach and self–proclaimed Mr. Rogers wannabe, Anna Skates joins the show to share how parents can ease the stress felt during transitions. She shares how caregivers can shift their mindset around transitioning from one activity to another. Anna explains how Mr. Rogers’ message of respect influences her content and coaching. She shares some practical tools for easing transitions and making them smoother for everyone.If you have ever struggled with getting your children to stop playing and brush their teeth, then this episode is for you! Links: https://www.annaskates.co/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How can parents keep everything on track without feeling overloaded?Megan Sumrell, professional time management and productivity expert and host of the Work+Life Harmony Podcast, joins the show to share her insights on how to stay organized and productive without feeling totally overwhelmed. She discusses her approach to planning in different seasons of life that may be full of uncertainty. You’ll want to hit pause and take notes with this episode! Links: https://www.megansumrell.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every body goes through puberty but not everybody is ready to talk about it. Board-certified pediatrician and author of You-logy: A Puberty Guide for Every Body, Dr. Kathryn Lowe shares her insights on how to discuss puberty with your children. She covers simple yet effective ways to make this topic less cringy for kids and parents alike. Dr. Lowe provides actionable tips on how to discuss “easy” body change topics, like body odor, body hair, all leading up to the more challenging “big” talk (about sex). If you have older children, you will definitely want to listen to this one! And if you have younger kids, you’ll definitely want to take some notes and save this episode!Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Where is this village they speak of? Does it just show up? Or is there a number to call?Businesswoman, stand-up comedian, and hilarious mom of 2, Eylse DeLucci joins to share her personal experience with co-parenting. Elyse breaks down how to build a village when you find yourself without one. She brings her own brand of humor and truth to this sometimes delicate topic. Things get real when Elyse and Tara talk about the challenges of feeling connected as new mothers. This episode will crack you up and make you think about your relationships.Links: https://qz9.92c.myftpupload.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As modern moms, we’re always celebrating our children’s milestones like rolling over, sleeping through the night, or walking. Why shouldn’t moms celebrate their wins as parents? Let’s change that! Emmy-winning host, TV personality, author and style expert, Liliana Vazquez stops by to share how moms can celebrate the precious milestones in motherhood. She also shares her struggle with infertility and her courage to persevere. We deep dive into changing the narrative of Latinas and fertility. This episode will leave you wanting to celebrate! Links: https://www.lillianavazquez.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With all the conveniences and abundances our modern children grow up with, it can be difficult to instill a sense of service and giving back to others. Philanthropist, model, host of the podcast “How Can I Help?” and mother, Caitlin McHugh Stamos shares how her experiences volunteering shaped her upbringing. Caitlin provides real tips on how to teach children about the world beyond themselves and how everyday people can make a positive impact. You won’t want to miss this! Links:https://www.howcanihelppod.com/podcastSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stand-up comedian, host of the hilarious podcast “Just Joking” and new father, Kevin Dombrowski gives his perspective on modern dad problems. He shares his personal experience with mental health and being a modern dad. Kevin will have you laughing out loud and making you think! He even shares a great story about a certain celebrity that will leave you in stitches. Links: https://www.instagram.com/kevindombrowskicomedy/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.