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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.

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In a lively chat, Tina Cartwright, the force behind Rebranding Motherhood, champions a refreshingly honest portrayal of motherhood, far from the polished norms. Sharing her own trials as a Black mother in corporate America, Tina calls for true visibility and support for all moms. She and Tara tackle the 'perfect mother' myth, advocating for authenticity and connection. Highlighting her own near-fatal health scare, Tina emphasizes the critical need for mothers, especially women of color, to advocate for their health. Their conversation underlines the importance of building a community that empowers mothers to trust their instincts and embrace their real, messy, and beautiful journey.

Links:

@rebranding.motherhood (INSTAGRAM)

https://www.rebrandingmotherhood.co/

https://www.youtube.com/@rebrandingmotherhood?si=KgYcCOvBpILduL75

Award-winning journalist and talk show host Tamron Hall gets real about juggling her busy career with motherhood. She shares the inspiration she finds in her own mother and the message behind her special Mother's Day Extravaganza episode.

In this heartwarming conversation, Tamron and Tara celebrate the diverse realities of motherhood. Tara and Tamron joke about being “that mom” on the playground watching every little move their sons make and learning to let go. From her son's birthday joy to the pressures of societal expectations, Tamron emphasizes the importance of embracing each other's journeys and ditching the comparison trap.

Tune in for Tamron's Mother's Day Extravaganza, a show designed to uplift and create a space for all moms to feel seen and celebrated. Don't miss it! Check your local listings for air times.

Links:

https://tamronhallshow.com/

In this episode,Tara talks with Stephanie McNeal, senior editor for Glamour magazine and author of the book "Swipe Up for More: Inside the Unfiltered Lives of Influencers." They discuss the evolution of content creation on social media platforms, the latest shift towards podcasting, and the concept of “following people you love to hate.” They also touch on the darker side of the influencer industry, including toxic online forums, staying true to one’s self, and mental health challenges. Being an influencer can be rewarding, but it also comes with significant costs, including the pressure to constantly produce content, being in the public eye, and the impact on personal lives. Stephanie emphasizes the importance of understanding the realities of being an influencer before pursuing it as a career.

Exploring Stephanie’s article in Glamour Magazine, Stephanie and Tara also touched on the rise of the Soft Girl Movement, a lifestyle popular with young women on social media based on embracing the feminine and rejecting the #girlboss corporate grind. Stephanie believes this movement is a response to the difficulties of living under late-stage capitalism, with many young women choosing to bet on themselves and build their own platforms.

If you’ve ever wanted a juicy glimpse into the unfiltered lives of influencers, you should listen to this episode.

Links:

https://www.stephaniemcneal.com/

https://bookshop.org/p/books/swipe-up-for-more-the-secret-lives-of-influencers-stephanie-mcneal/18822436

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This week, Dr. Nicole Pensak, a Harvard and Yale trained Clinical Psychologist specializing in postpartum, discusses the challenges and changes in the maternal brain, which undergoes significant changes during the postpartum period, reorganizing and fine-tuning itself to focus on the baby's needs. She shares her personal experiences with postpartum anxiety and how she recovered from it. She also discusses findings from her new book, RATTLED: How to Calm New Mom Anxiety with the Power of the Postpartum Brain.

Dr. Pensak emphasizes the power of the maternal brain and the need for better support and resources for new mothers. She also talks about her TED talk on the subject and the importance of involving partners in the postpartum process. Partners play a crucial role in supporting new mothers, particularly by protecting their sleep and sharing household responsibilities.

If you are a new mother or have one in your life, you need to listen to this episode!

Links:

https://www.drnicoleamoyalpensak.com/

https://www.amazon.com/Rattled-Anxiety-Power-Postpartum-Brain/dp/1682688305