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What is the Mental Load with Paige Turner Aug 04, 2023

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Let’s talk mental loads. Specifically, for us Mamas.

It’s a LOT, that’s not really the secret here. But I think the more we discuss it, the more we can understand the load from every Mom’s perspective - working, not working, part-time, remote… married, not married… 2 kids, 10 kids… all of it.

Paige Turner joins me to break it all down, and I think you’ll love her perspective on balancing and prioritizing roles. Let’s just say there’s beauty in boundaries.

Episode Highlights:

-How having kids affects your relationship with your career

-The pressure we put on ourselves to do every damn thing

-The importance of a village, and why sometimes that means paying someone

-Navigating marriage and relationships after kids

-Growing and adapting as parents, together

Paige Turner is a mom of 4 kids, ages 6 and under, and wife of 7 years (together 17!) She’s a full-time working Mom and uses her social media platform to discuss parenting, career, and carrying the mental load. You can follow her on Instagram at @sheisapaigeturner and on TikTok at @sheisapaigeturner.

Join Mary everyday for a real look into life with 3 crazy ass kids, surviving, thriving, and whatever the F else you might consider over at www.instagram.com/theverymarylife. Or if you're a Tik Tok fan, find me at https://www.tiktok.com/@theverymarylife. And of course, explore more on Theverymarylife.com

Skeptic Meets Medium Jessica Lynne Aug 01, 2023

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Get ready for goosebumps.

Psychic medium Jessica Lynne joins me on the podcast for a quick dive into the world of energies, spirits, connection, and oh yeah - a surprise visit from a special person that passed away when I was a baby. And what is even more crazy is the fact that her predictions for what's to come actually is coming to fruition. That is something I will chat more about next week (stay tuned!)

Episode highlights:

-How does the process work?

-What should you expect from a reading?

-Why and how did she get into this field?

-Are ghosts real?

-What a loved one thinks of me as a grown-up

I was on the fence before, but Jessica really sold me. She pulls things out that no one knows about me! Definitely worth the listen.

Jess is a Psychic Medium based in Melbourne Australia. She has the ability to connect and blend with her client’s energy to identify any current obstacles they may be facing, and provide divine guidance on how to navigate the situation. Simultaneously, Jess will connect with her client’s departed loved ones in the spirit world to provide support, comfort, guidance & closure. She reads with laughter, love & compassion and brings spirit forward in their truest form; raw, unfiltered and full of personality, just as you remember them.
Jess conducts her readings online so she can connect with clients all over the world.

If you would like to connect with Jess you can follow her on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/jessicalynnemediumship/

Check out her website www.jessicalynnemediumship.com

Or listen to her podcast "Talk Spirit To Me" on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/5eQvSrAOO1XNm5WibFVLtb

Katie's Corner: We needed a good Vent Sesh Jul 28, 2023

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It’s been a bit since I’ve had a good vent session with my girl, Katie. But here we are, back again, and we’ve got some exciting news to share!

Los Angeles, get ready. We’re coming for ya. (And we’ll explain why/how in this episode!)

More episode highlights:

-Our celebrity hall passes, and who we’d want to see while in LA

-Traveling with our husbands

-Imposter syndrome

-Hearing “no” from our toddlers for the first time

-Parenting through the tough times, and surviving the drama

-Why it’s so hard to leave the house with our kids

I think the moral of this episode is this: we’re tired. But we are still f*cking killing it. Enjoy!

Katie Costa is my hilarious friend behind @mommyneeds_morewine and joins me each month as co-host for an always relatable, always fun episode.

Real Life Mom's Talking Postpartum Mental Health with Mia Tobin Jul 26, 2023

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**Trigger Warning**

This episode talks about post-partum depression and anxiety.

We’re back with another Mama, talking about real-life struggles in a very real way. Joining me is Mia Tobin, a wife and mom of two from Ireland. She shares her story of post-partum depression and anxiety, living through a very difficult start to motherhood, and the celebration of making it through.

Episode Highlights:

-The symptoms she first recognized might be a problem

-Getting treatment, and how it’s changed her mindset

-Surviving babies who don’t sleep well, and struggling with reflux

-What continues to help her work through mental health issues

-And, for fun - we compare Ireland vs. USA when it comes to maternity and childcare.

Mia Tobin joins me as a “Real Life Mom,” part of a series of guests I bring on each month who don’t necessarily have a social media presence for the public. I’m so grateful for these women joining me and sharing their stories, and I hope hearing this real-life take helps you feel very much a part of this online community.

Period Symptoms are Not Normal with Miranda Pope Jul 25, 2023

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We’re not crazy, we just don’t have the support.

Get ready to get educated - we’re diving deep into periods and hormonal health with Miranda Popen from The PeriodLab. What’s normal? What’s not? I think you’ll be surprised… and ready to advocate for yourself as soon as this episode is over.

This one makes me a little rant-y because it affects ALL women and we’re just not seeing the support we deserve. Why are we not talking MORE about this?

Episode Highlights:

-What’s wrong with what we know and how we educate ourselves about periods

-The 4 phases (and why your period shouldn’t actually be one of them)

-How small tweaks can change your life

-The best tools to help decode your body and full cycle

I hope you walk away from this conversation ready for the challenge - not just for your cycle, but for your overall health. I consider this essential!

Miranda Popen is a hormone nutritionist, health coach, trainer, and the founder behind The Period Lab. She started this journey as a young athlete, whose health started crumbling at the age of 18. After countless doctor visits with no real answers, she realized it was time to start looking for the truth on her own. She’s now passionate about hormones and period health, and using her education to help women decode their own bodies to live a more healthy, symptom-free life. Follow her on social media, https://www.instagram.com/theperiodlab/, and learn more about The Period Labon her website, https://www.mirandapopen.com/periodlab.

Toxic Positivity Isn't For Motherhood with Katie Sproul Jul 21, 2023

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I’m sure you’ve heard the term “toxic positivity.” Definition: the belief that no matter how difficult a situation is, people should keep a positive mindset.

I’m here to call bullshit.

Katie Sproul, a fellow influencer and relatable mama on Instagram, joins me to talk about why that kind of mindset is hurting our community of moms.

We’ll get into:

Embracing the role of icebreaker for real-life mamas
Feeling alone in motherhood
Dealing with emotions in real time
The importance of being able to blow off some steam while raising kids
The tools we need to ask for help, in ways that maybe aren’t so black and white

And yes, as the saying goes – motherhood is so worth it. But we’re allowed to recognize the bullshit, okay?

Katie Sproul is a surgeon’s wife and mom of three living in sunny California. She is a pediatric occupational therapist turned stay-at-home mom, with a passion for creating content that is honest, funny, and relatable. Katie knows the ins and outs of the daily struggle of raising kids, and she loves sharing her experiences in a helpful, inspiring way. Make sure you follow Katie on Instagram @KatieSproul

Vacations with Kids & Do We Do Disney? Jul 18, 2023

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Kev and I are back from a great week of "vacation" in Martha's Vineyard, and we're still feeling the effects of parenting in a different location. (I know you know!)
It got us thinking about Disney World. Wouldn't that be a dream to watch your kids experience the magic? Kev actually grew up going to the park, and I think you'll be surprised to hear his take on whether or not it's worth it - especially looking back now as an adult and parent.
We'll also tackle:

What actually makes a childhood "happy?"
Why is community more important than achieving the "Disney Dream?"
What age is best so your kids honestly remember it?
Plus, our best tips for vacationing with kids

Katie's Corner: Are we high or this episode about to be a fun one? Jul 14, 2023

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Edibles, poison drinks, and botox. And that's just in the first few minutes.
Katie and I are back, and we've got a LOT to cover in this episode!
I know a lot of us are in the thick of summer with our kids. Are you thriving, or surviving? Katie and I dig into the "WTF" that comes with all this extra bonding time with our babies.
We also cover:

Parenting kids with special needs and/or disorders, understanding the autism spectrum
Mom friends on defense, and what our ideal type of friend would be
Dealing with our kids in tough moments. What is acting "appropriately?" Why is it so hard?
Speaking of hard - why is it so hard to drink water?

We've packed a lot into one episode, but I hope you listen and leave feeling seen. We're in this together, remember?
Katie Costa is my hilarious friend behind @Mommyneeds_morewine and joins me each month as co-host for an always relatable, always fun episode.

Behind the Scenes of Social Media and what I've learned on the side of being a "influencer." Jul 11, 2023

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Instagram is a wild world and for the longest time, I sat in the spot many of you are in. From the side of the viewer but not the creator.
In today's episode, join me as I give you the background into my growth in the world of social media, FAQ's and behind the scenes lessons I've learned along the way.
Few things you will find talked about in today's episode:

Growth through follow for follow and trains
Engagement and helping out your favorite creators
Giveaways
Brand deals & collaborations
Competition, jealousy, and comparison

Marriage Can Be Hard After Kids with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish Jul 07, 2023

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First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes us with the baby carriage. BUT THEN WHAT?!
Navigating marriage after baby can be difficult because let’s face it: a lot has changed. You’re living in unknown territory, learning new roles and new challenges. Dr. Tracy Dalgleish is a psychologist and couple’s therapist, specializing in helping women feel empowered in their relationships. Our conversation gets into the grit of relationships, and she shares evidence-based tools we can all use in our homes.
Let’s get into the good stuff.
-Marriage “seasons” and how to communicate when they don’t align
-Feeling unequipped for your day-to-day
-Prioritizing your marriage with intentionality, not resentment
-Making the choice to do something different
I’m confident these tools will help us all be better wives, mothers, and overall - women! It’s all about the long game… consider this episode an investment.
Dr. Tracy Dalgleish helps empower women and couples to improve their communication and build strong and healthy connections with themselves and their partner through therapy, wellness seminars, and her work outside of the therapy room. She contributes to popular media sites, including Motherly, Huffington Post, and Bustle. In addition to hosting the podcast, “I’m not your shrink” where she dives deeper into clinical knowledge and research in a relatable and informal way, her book “I Didn’t Sign Up For This: A Couples Therapist Shares Real-Life Stories of Breaking Patterns and Finding Joy in Relationships… Including Her Own” will be available in September 2023. A mom of two young children and owner of Ottawa’s mental health clinic, Integrated Wellness, she knows what it means to balance the full load. You can follow her @DrTracyD or find out more about her services at www.drtracyd.com.

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Preorder book for Bonus guide Scripts for Difficult Conversations drtracyd.com/book
Free Guide 100 Questions to Deepen Your Connected drtracyd.com/connect

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