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Jenn Cohen + Laura Demuth
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E30: The Episode for Any Mom Who Has Experienced Anxiety, Burnout, or Self-Doubt with Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein
Mighty As A Mother
06/18/24 • 40 min
If you’ve ever experienced anxious thoughts, feelings of burnout, or moments of self-doubt, you are not alone and this episode is the one for you.
We know that more moms are feeling MORE anxious and burned out than ever, with more than two-thirds of mothers reporting feeling of burnout and overwhelm. So in this episode, we decided to enlist the help of a renowned expert to help us understand where to go from here.
Today we are joined by a guest with expertise in maternal mental health - by the way of her Ivy League education but also in her role as a mother and therapist to mothers - Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein PhD. Dr Carolyn is an accomplished psychologist and author - and today she is all ours as we hear how us as busy, overwhelmed mamas might consider managing our own thoughts and expectations (of motherhood and of ourselves!).
Join us as we discuss:
- High Functioning Anxiety in Motherhood: We unpack this often referred to phrase and learn how to recognize and manage anxiety amidst the seemingly endless demands of motherhood.
- Redefining Success on Our Own Terms: Initiating the process of redefining success beyond societal norms and what we may have expected for ourselves when we were younger.
- Integrating Research into Practice: Incorporating research findings and the latest data sets to help us manage our own anxious and stressful thoughts more effectively.
- Overcoming Self-Doubt and Fear of Failure: Actionable advice for combating the oh to common struggles many of us face around “letting someone down.”
We hope this episode serves you and reminds you that while there is no perfect parent, you are exactly the mom your kiddo(s) need.
With love - Jenn & Laura
Links:
- Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein website
- Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein Instagram
- Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein Book: Perseverance: How Young People Turn Fear into Hope-and How They Can Teach Us to Do the Same
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E31: The Essential Skincare Tips You’ll Wish You Had Sooner with Molly Tomich, PA-C of The Treatment Skin Boutique
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07/02/24 • 62 min
You asked and we listened! Today we are joined by an expert on all things skincare, injectables, and facial aesthetics. Molly Tomich is a physician assistant specializing in cosmetic dermatology, and a new mom embarking upon her own journey back to work after maternity leave. We got candid with Molly on all of your (and our!) skincare concerns - from skin laxity to anti-aging routines, and pressed her to answer the most burning question for so many of us - is more expensive skincare really better?!
Skincare and aesthetics play a crucial role in boosting confidence for busy women and moms, and Molly brings her passion and expertise to educate our listeners on how they can best care for their skin during all seasons of life.
Join us as we discuss:
- Skincare During Life Transitions: Molly helps every mama understand ideal skincare routines while trying to conceive (TTC), during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and educating us on which key ingredients to avoid while providing safe alternatives.
- The Cost of Skincare: She breaks down the myth that effective skincare products need to be expensive, giving us suggestions on how to build an effective and approachable skincare routine.
- Skincare for Busy Women: Molly provides practical skincare tips and product recommendations for busy women, focusing on the essential steps and multi-purpose products (spoiler alert - she believes less is more!)
- Must-Have Skincare Products: Identifying essential skincare products for everyone's routine, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and efficacy.
- The Role of Cosmetic Procedures: Exploring the effectiveness of skincare products versus surgical procedures in combating skin elasticity and natural aging that occurs in our 30s, 40s, and beyond.
Links:
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34146086/#:~:text=Background%3A%20The%20popularity%20of%20videoconferencing,on%20camera%20for%20extended%20periods.
- https://www.precedenceresearch.com/anti-aging-cosmetics-market
- Agency Skincare
- The Treatment Skin Boutique
- Molly’s Instagram
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E32: The Advice Every Working Mother Needs to Hear Now with Sarah Olin of Lumo Leadership
Mighty As A Mother
07/30/24 • 42 min
In this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Olin, the Co-Founder and CEO of LUMO Leadership.
With over 10,000 hours of coaching and facilitation experience, Sarah has advised top executives at renowned organizations such as the United Nations, Google, and the NBA (just to name a few!). Her passion for empowering individuals and organizations is palpable, focusing on fostering connection, advocacy, and personal growth.
Sarah’s insights are particularly invaluable for mothers navigating personal and professional growth amidst challenges. In this episode, you’ll learn about:
1. The Difference Between Coaching and Therapy: Sarah walks us through coaching as a transformative and essential tool, especially beneficial for mothers balancing career, parenthood, and personal growth and breaks down when you should seek coaching versus when to seek therapy.
2. Conquering Imposter Syndrome: Drawing from personal experiences, Sarah discusses strategies to overcome self-doubt whenever it creeps in.
3. Juggling Motherhood and a Demanding Career: Sarah provides insights into the motherhood penalty and shares her strategies for effectively managing both parenting and professional responsibilities, including practical advice she deploys herself as it relates to self-care and stress management.
4. Lessons from Motherhood: Reflecting on her journey, Sarah shares profound lessons learned from navigating the complexities of parenthood, offering wisdom gained from her own experiences raising her pre-teen daughter.
5. Cultivating Supportive Communities: Sarah underscores the significance of community and connection for women, offering guidance on fostering meaningful relationships in both professional and personal spheres.
This episode promises to be a source of inspiration and practical wisdom for all - join us as we delve into navigating the intersection of motherhood, career, and personal fulfillment!
Links:
- Sarah Olin on LinkedIn
- Register to sign up for LUMO’s weekly newsletter: https://39764092.hs-sites.com/lumonewsletter
- LUMO works directly with businesses to tailor their offerings to each company’s specific needs. For more details on how LUMO can help your company take care of new and expecting parents in your organization, feel free to reach out to: [email protected]
- Blessing of the B-Minus
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Bonus Episode: Breaking Barriers and Shattering Glass Ceilings: What Happens When Women Lead with CNBC’s Julia Boorstin
Mighty As A Mother
03/12/24 • 48 min
Today’s episode with none other than CNBC's Julia Boorstin is such a treat. As a mom to two boys and esteemed journalist and reporter, Julia shares her experiences and perspectives on reframing what leadership is for women. She has interviewed some of the most notorious and influential men (and women) in business over the last few decades but only once becoming a mom did Julia ditch her fears of what others thought.
In this episode, be prepared to take away:
♥️ How women are breaking barriers and shattering glass ceilings, paving the way for future generations
♥️ How to trust your gut, decision making abilities, and experiences versus following other people and their decisions of what’s right for you
♥️ Why the lens of motherhood brought even deeper purpose and meaning to her career
♥️ Regardless of where you are or are not in your professional career, mothers are all inherent leaders and it’s up to us to remember what truly matters
Links:
- Julia’s Book: When Women Lead: What They Achieve, Why They Succeed, and How We Can Learn from Them
- Julia’s Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/juliaboorstin/
- Julia’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliaboorstin/
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E16: Marriage and Motherhood with Dr. Molly Millwood
Mighty As A Mother
12/05/23 • 48 min
Marriage is a living thing. Early on in our relationships, we shower our partners with love and attention (obviously, we want them to want to marry us!) Yet once kids enter the scene, it’s not uncommon for partners to begin living parallel lives, with passion and deep connection unintentionally falling by the wayside (hello sleepless nights, toddler tantrums, and packed schedules!).
In today’s episode, we sat down for part two of our compelling conversation with expert Dr. Molly Millwood to unpack just how everyone - parents included - long for a sense of attachment.
When we reach out to our partners, we want to know that they’ll be there.
We want answers to the questions: Will you be there for me? Can I count on you? Do you have my back? Do I still matter to you?
If you’ve ever wondered the answer to those questions, dreamed of rekindling the connection you had pre-kids, or are looking to establish some technology-free ways to connect with your partner, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
Molly breaks down the ways in which we can approach sex, intimacy, emotional attunement, while also challenging ourselves to manage our expectations based upon the season of life your relationship is in.
Join us for part two of this important conversation to ensure you’re properly investing in your marriage, knowing what it is you’re fighting for, and creating small, shared experiences with your partner to ensure you’re set up for a joy-filled, healthy marriage to last the long haul.
Links:
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E13: Motherhood, Marriage, and the Modern Dilemma with Dr. Molly Millwood (Part I)
Mighty As A Mother
10/24/23 • 48 min
In the wake of motherhood, women are facing a new, modern dilemma. Becoming a mother affects so much of who we are - psychologically, emotionally, physically, and professionally. By listening to today’s show, be prepared to understand how our well-being as new mothers and the well-being of our relationships impact our identities.
In today’s episode, we are joined by the esteemed Dr. Molly Millwood - a mother to two boys and a clinical psychologist and licensed psychotherapist with an advanced specialization in women's mental health, intimate relationships, and marital therapy. She's also the author of one of our favorite books, To Have and To Hold: Motherhood, Marriage, & the Modern Dilemma, which serves up a blend of her personal narrative, a plethora of scientific research, and real-life stories from Molly’s clinical practice, which provides a much-needed lifeline to new mothers everywhere.
In today’s episode, Molly dives deep into many topics facing mothers today, including guilt, shame, mourning life before baby, and navigating marriage after welcoming a baby. We have some real talk around:
♥️ What the "modern dilemma" is and why Molly believes mothering might just be harder now than it has ever been
♥️ The double-edged sword of social media for new mothers, the "mask of motherhood" and performative vulnerability
♥️ The challenges that our intimate partnerships face when a baby arrives, how parenting widens the gender gap and is often hardest for people who've strived for equality in their relationships
♥️ Practical tips around how to put a hard stop to martyrdom and begin prioritizing ourselves
We hope you love this episode and feel less alone, more heard and a heck of a lot more normal!
Links:
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E12: Loving Your Kids Without Losing Yourself with Dr. Morgan Cutlip
Mighty As A Mother
10/10/23 • 45 min
E20: Is America Failing Mothers? An Honest Conversation with Jess Grose
Mighty As A Mother
01/23/24 • 45 min
If you’ve ever been forced to return to work so soon after welcoming a child, or taken unpaid maternity leave, or wondered how you’d juggle your career and caring for a human, we see you.
Frankly, American societal infrastructure is stacked against mothers and caregivers, which is why we sat down with esteemed author, columnist, and fellow mom Jess Grose to discuss why it feels so hard to be a mother in America. Jess is an opinion writer at The New York Times who often writes about women, parenting, and culture. She was named a Glamour Game Changer for her realistic coverage of parenting during the pandemic and is the author of several books including Sad Desk Salad, Soulmates, and Love, Mom, and most recently a book appropriately titled Screaming on the Inside: The Unsustainability of American Motherhood - which was voted by People Magazine as one of the best books of 2023.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Jess’ own motherhood journey and the motivation behind her column and best-selling book
- The history behind American parenthood, and how we are now in a modern world with an antiquated infrastructure that leaves working parents and caregivers hanging
- How to embrace being a “good enough” mom and avoid feelings of failure
Jess is kind, humble, and brilliant. This episode on motherhood is one you surely won’t want to miss!
Links:
- Screaming On The Inside: The Unsustainability of American Motherhood by Jess Grose
- https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/next-question-with-katie-couri-131117/episodes/the-parenting-deep-dive-part-1-156582216/transcript
- https://www.nytimes.com/by/jessica-grose
- https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/04/opinion/women-men-work.html
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09/26/23 • 36 min
12/30/24 • 43 min
What a year it has been! In this episode, we reflect on our experiences in 2024, discussing our proudest moments in motherhood, the importance of setting boundaries, and the lessons learned from challenges faced throughout the year. We place emphasis on the significance of being present, finding joy in small moments, and the need for a digital detox to improve mental clarity and well-being.
Join us as we discuss:
- Self-reflection and embracing change drives personal growth
- Setting boundaries and managing digital health prevents burnout
- Being present enhances both parenting and relationships
- Self-care and healthy routines support overall wellbeing
- How strong community connections provide emotional support
- How living aligned with values leads to greater fulfillment
Thank you to our amazing listeners for another incredible year! Looking forward to tackling 2025 together!
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FAQ
How many episodes does Mighty As A Mother have?
Mighty As A Mother currently has 47 episodes available.
What topics does Mighty As A Mother cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Podcasts, Self-Improvement and Education.
What is the most popular episode on Mighty As A Mother?
The episode title 'Bonus Episode: Breaking Barriers and Shattering Glass Ceilings: What Happens When Women Lead with CNBC’s Julia Boorstin' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Mighty As A Mother?
The average episode length on Mighty As A Mother is 40 minutes.
How often are episodes of Mighty As A Mother released?
Episodes of Mighty As A Mother are typically released every 13 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of Mighty As A Mother?
The first episode of Mighty As A Mother was released on May 12, 2023.
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