Myth of Motherhood
Alissa Alter
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Three Things That Actually Prepared Me For Motherhood
Myth of Motherhood
10/11/21 • 23 min
This episode is all about the three things that ACTUALLY prepared me for motherhood. And they’re not parenting books. They’re not baby books. They’re not books at all. They're not birthing or breastfeeding or CPR classes. These three things do not include the “motherly intuition” that is apparently spontaneously downloaded into our brains as our babies exit our bodies. There was no spontaneous download of some sort of comprehensive, exhaustive manual that made me know how to feel that he’s warm, or tell that he’s hungry not tired, or understand that hekipokter means helicopter.
No, today I’m sharing with you the three things that ACTUALLY prepared me for the reality of motherhood, not the myth we are sold. Make sure to check out the shownotes here and check out how these lessons show up in my life now over on IG @alissaalter
Consistency doesn't mean what you think it does
Myth of Motherhood
12/30/24 • 19 min
There are a variety of definitions of consistency depending on the context. Consistency of food is different from the consistency of the quality of my moisturizer which is still different from the consistency with which I take care of myself. Not just working out, but fully, wholly, holistically taking care of myself from every direction.
For the purpose of this think piece I’m going to lean more on definitions that reflect consistency in terms of harmony and logical coherence within a logical system.
In the episode...
- Three clients who had huge success from a small dose of consistency
- THIS doesn’t have to be hard
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- Redefining consistency
- Why it’s so hard in adulthood and parenthood
- My advice on how to get started
- Consistency IS possible and you deserve it!
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02/07/22 • 35 min
Lindsey Vestal is the founder of The Functional Pelvis, the first in-home pelvic health practice in New York City run by an Occupational Therapist.
She has helped thousands of people overcome chronic pelvic health challenges like incontinence and pelvic pain. Her goal is to empower women and men to listen to the wisdom of their own bodies—without resorting to invasive surgeries or prescription drugs—so they can heal and get back to enjoying life again.
SHE TAKES A DIFFERENT APPROACH FROM OTHER PELVIC HEALTH EXPERTS.
She considers the whole person, not just outward physical symptoms.
She doesn’t believe kegels are a one-stop shop for every pelvic floor dysfunction.
And Alissa feels the same way.
To receive Lindsey's refreshing newsletter about all things core and pelvic floor, go here. Learn more about Alissa, what she does, and why she does it at www.alissa-alter.com and follow her on IG @alissaalter.
Identifying Your Blind Spots with Jenny Jackson
Myth of Motherhood
03/07/22 • 34 min
This week we are talking about identifying our blind spots in life, business, and parenting, how having adult tantrums is just like our kids’ tantrums, and how modeling a life of integrity and sustainability doesn’t have to be all or nothing. I met today’s guest Jenny Jackson who is the founder of Ave-Lumi and a mama on a mission to improve the sustainability of the fashion industry at a launch event in 2021. It was my first event of that kind and I knew nobody. If this had been a sorority party, Jenny quickly became my Big Sib. She took me under her wing, introduced me to people, and laughed at all of my jokes. As we spoke I was really inspired by Jenny’s passion for sustainability and the deep integrity she brings to her work and her life. You can feel this grounded authenticity radiating from her infectious smile. Ave Lumi is a destination for modern families to shop sustainably and live joyfully and I HIGHLY encourage you to check her out on instagram @ave_lumi and online www.ave-lumi.com You’ll notice we start this episode in a fit of laughter as I mention how I’d love a tech team. What we thought were technical issues on Jenny’s end, turned out to be my headphones not plugged in all the way. Which hey! We all have blind spots, right? Resources: Follow Me on instagram @alissaalter Download your FREE guide to the 20 Things No One Tells You About Pregnancy and Postpartum, visit www.alissa-alter.com Join our private Facebook community Mom’s Club for the community of like minded, intentional moms hanging out in a 100% judgment free zone you’ve always dreamed of. Loved this episode? Remember to follow or subscribe for free so you don’t miss an episode of Myth of Motherhood.
Taking Up Space Postpartum
Myth of Motherhood
03/14/22 • 20 min
There’s so much pressure after having a baby to look like you didn’t have a baby. Even though you definitely just had a baby. We are supposed to bounce, snap, fit right back into our old jeans and our old lives when everything about us is new. In this week’s episode Alissa shares about how we can reframe our experience of taking up more space, being held more fiercely by gravity, and owning our mom bods can change our experience. And hopefully influence societal expectations, pressures, and ideals placed on women’s postpartum bodies. To learn more about Alissa, what she does, and why she does it, visit www.alissaalter.com and follow her on IG: @alissaalter
Finding Stability Again After Birth
Myth of Motherhood
03/28/22 • 22 min
Everything feels unsteady postpartum: your legs, your balance, your hormotions (that’s hormones and emotions mixed together). This is happening as a result of the havoc pregnancy runs on our bodies physically and the fact that you and everything in your life has now changed! Because you had a baby! Which is exactly how the story goes. But instead of staying unsteady and feeling unsafe, I’m sharing tips and tools to help you find stability physically and emotionally after baby. You can read the article I wrote about this here and follow me on IG for more ways you can find balance and stability in your body and your life @alissaalter Ready to take the next step together? Ready to feel grounded from the inside out? Sign up for my weekly email here and get ready to alter your life :)
10/02/23 • 27 min
If you’re a mom and you’d like to WANT to bang your partner again, this episode is a MUST! We are chatting with the INCREDIBLE Caro Chambers (recipe developer, mom of 3 under 5, romance novel enthusiast extraordinaire) about how reading or listening to slutty books provides the perfect lubricant to help you WANT to get busy again.
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In this episode...
- The impact of context switching from mom to lover keeps you from connecting to your partner
- Sometimes you simply need to bang it out and reset
- How Caro’s Substack What To Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking helped me postpartum (I made and froze multiple recipes of hers) and how she DARES to make it so easy to make seriously delicious meals
Caroline Chambers is a professional recipe developer and cookbook author who got a lot better at her job after having kids. She is a master of developing recipes that dirty minimal dishes, require minimal brainpower, use fewer ingredients, and require less time - but still absolutely rock. She shares lots of mom tricks and recipes on Instagram, but her Substack, What To Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking, is a weekly recipe subscription built for busy people who want to eat delicious food. Each recipe is a complete dinner that takes under an hour (usually WAY under) to complete, and is written in simple, easy to follow language. Learn more at www.carolinechambers.com and follow her on IG @carochambers
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Emotional Muscle Memory with Rachel Chase Shure
Myth of Motherhood
08/07/23 • 36 min
Rachel is a wife, mom, Broadway actress, social media manager, dog mom, and lover of pasta. Her passion lies in finding a successful balance between work life and home life. Family first, and then figure out the rest! Learn more on IG @itsrachelchase
In this episode we discuss:
- Muscle memory applies to our physical bodies AND our emotional sense of self.
- Finding comfort and safety in the dance studio. How this gave her ADHD welcome structure and boundaries.
- To go after your dreams, you have to get uncomfortable. How Rachel reached her biggest career accomplishment after 20 years with an eight month baby.
- Why it’s so important to like yourself above everything else. Rachel shares her three favorite things about herself and how she reminds herself who she is as a human but utilizing muscle memory.
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Best Advice on Motherhood & Vaginal Rejuvination with Jill Kargman
Myth of Motherhood
07/10/23 • 57 min
Our first Bravolebrity on the show! ← That’s me manifesting more. Jill is the most honest, hilarious, unfiltered mom/human I know whose quick wit is matched by her warmth, love, and support of all women. In her words, she’s “a girl’s girl.” And I cannot wait to share Jill, her incredible wisdom, and why getting f*cked by a laser light saber is a great decision!
In this episode...
- The two things Jill told me that helped me decide to have another baby
- Our rectovaginal births and resulting Vagani
- Vaginal rejuvenation and the O shot
- Integrating creativity and work with motherhood
Jill Kargman is a writer and actress born and raised in New York City. After graduating Yale in three years, she worked in magazines, with articles published in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, GQ, Town & Country, ELLE, DAZED, Condé Nast Traveller, and Interview, and others. She went on to become a New York Times bestselling author of twelve books including Sometimes I Feel Like A Nut, The Right Address, Sprinkle Glitter On My Grave, and Momzillas, which was the basis of her scripted comedy Odd Mom Out, currently streaming on Peacock. She has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Late Night with Seth Meyers, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and as a contributor to the Drew Barrymore Show and the Today Show. She lives in Manhattan with her husband and three teenage kids.
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23: The Power of The Pause with Blair Badenhop
Myth of Motherhood
09/06/21 • 23 min
Welcome back! I met today’s guest Blair Badenhop through mutual friends before signing up for her incredible business mentorship program Your Wellness Brand. Well, we hit it off in a big way and she is now my co-founder along with Anne (our other co-founder and guest on episode 21 who ALSO did YWB with Blair).
Blair is a global Brand & Messaging Strategist with over a decade of experience supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses. Her clients have included Emmy Award Winners, New York Times Best-Selling Authors, and hundreds of coaches and content creators from Australia to the Netherlands. She is the host of the Brand Yourself Podcast where she guides her listeners to lean into their authenticity and shares the journeys of renowned spiritual teachers, doctors, and wellness entrepreneurs alike. Formerly, she worked at Harper’s Bazaar, Dress for Success Worldwide, The Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and Parsley Health.
Blair is also the co-founder and CEO of pstprtm, an idea that was born once she realized there wasn’t a space for women to find holistic guidance and resources easily. I am so excited to share today’s episode where we dive into the power of the pause. Taking a breath and assessing before reacting. And if you find yourself as in love with Blair as I am, you can learn more about her at www.blairbendhop.com, follow her on instagram @blairbadenhop, or over on @pstprtm where she is the one responsible for our GORGEOUS feed. Seriously, it’s beautiful.
Download your free guide to the 20 Things No One Tells You About Pregnancy & Postpartum here. Want to connect with me further? Follow me on instagram and join our private Facebook community Mom's Club. Want to learn more about what I do and why I do it? Are you looking to elevate your pregnancy and postpartum experience? Visit me www.alissa-alter.com
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How many episodes does Myth of Motherhood have?
Myth of Motherhood currently has 120 episodes available.
What topics does Myth of Motherhood cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Parenting, Kids & Family, Podcasts and Relationships.
What is the most popular episode on Myth of Motherhood?
The episode title 'Motherhood Is A Shitstorm' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Myth of Motherhood?
The average episode length on Myth of Motherhood is 32 minutes.
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Episodes of Myth of Motherhood are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Myth of Motherhood?
The first episode of Myth of Motherhood was released on Mar 18, 2021.
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