Not Your Mommy
Katie Ruddell + Liz Hammond
Katie Ruddell and Liz Hammond are two working moms searching for the answer to the question: How the f**ck are we supposed to do it all?!We were both looking for entrepreneurs sharing how they navigate motherhood and owning a business and it didn’t exist, so we’re here to create it for you! Sit in on our honest conversations about finding work/life balance, hot tips, wins, all the failures and the stuff you're already thinking about (but might be afraid to say). We also (heavily) dabble in popculture, moms in the media, and chat with some inspiring moms and entrepreneurs to hear more about how they’re making this working mom thing work. This isn’t just another mommy podcast. This one’s for the mom who is redefining what work looks like and who needs a laugh or a reminder that they’re not alone. This one’s for you. New episodes every Wednesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Dec 4, 2024 • 60min
The adjacent tangent, T Swift, Christmas decor
This episode goes on an array of wild tangents, so buckle up! Liz recaps her trip to Toronto and Taylor Swift; Katie shares another chaotic Temu haul and has an existential crisis about Christmas decor. She also reveals a hidden talent and shocks us all by actually getting an idiom right! Sic 'em Rex!Very Important Episode Links:Katie's Amazon StorefrontIna Garten MemoirMargo's Got Money Troubles: A Novel Glerup Slippers J Crew Pjs Keep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 27, 2024 • 39min
Neurodivergent-affirming parenting & advocacy with Leila Toigo
Fellow writer, mother, and founder of the growing online community, Sprinkled Spectrum, Leila Toigo joins us to talk all about her experience of parenting a neurodivergent, gesalt language processing daughter. She shares what she's learned about herself through the process of receiving her daughter's diagnosis, and what inspired her to start sharing videos and education online. Leila also offers tips on how parents of neurotypical kids can advocate for autistic individuals. You'll love learning from Leila!Very Important Episode Links:Sprinkled Spectrum on Instagram Sprinkled Spectrum on TikTok Sincerely, Your Autistic Child Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism Keep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 20, 2024 • 53min
The BIG catch up: Giggly Squad, Liz's trip to Hawaii, Martha Stewart, dirty diet coke
The mommies get all caught up after what's felt like YEARS apart. They talk about some of their fave pregnant reality TV stars and TikTokers, Katie's journey with retinol, matching family pjs, and so much more! Your gals might not understand insider trading or politics, but they do know a thing or two about niche reading recommendations, supplements, holiday coffees, Malanaia, the list goes on.Very Important Episode Links:Katie's Amazon StorefrontIna Garten MemoirMargo's Got Money Troubles: A Novel Glerup Slippers J Crew Pjs Keep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 13, 2024 • 1h 10min
The Voice of the internet: Taylor Loren
Katie chats with long-time internet bestie Taylor Loren about all things ADHD, the life of a Fractional CMO, planning for motherhood, and Bravo, of course.Very Important Episode Links:Taylor on InstagramReels Tips on InstagramTaylor's WebsiteKeep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 6, 2024 • 57min
Pelvic Floor Health is Everything with Kate Von Schellwitz
Liz chats with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist, Kate Von Schellwitz in this juicy episode. Kate shares her wealth of knowledge about all things pelvic floor recovery and how important pelvic floor health is for our overall quality of life. She's also a mom to two boys so gets it and encourages you to prioritize sleep over kegels - but to remember that it's common, not normal to leak pee. Liz also does a kegel live on air with Kate's expert guidance! Very Important Episode Links:Book an appointment with Kate Kate on Instagram Body Full of Stars Everyone and EverythingKeep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 30, 2024 • 1h 3min
Katie's new jeans, McDonald's Monopoly, Liz's life after IUD
The girls are back together and covering a LOT of ground. From hormones and RHONY, to the secret to life, hope, and dreams, this is a freaky little doozy of an ep! Also this just in—motherhood changes you and Katie checked a major life goal off her list.Very Important Episode Links:Levi's Jeans NaturopathEveryone and EverythingThe Wedding PeopleKeep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 23, 2024 • 46min
Liz Chats With Memoirist, Barrie Miskin
Liz chats with our first guest of the season, Barrie Miskin, NYC-based author of, Hell Gate Bridge: A Memoir of Motherhood, Madness, and Hope. Barrie shares more about her experience of navigating a mysterious mental illness during pregnancy and postpartum. She talks about spending time in psychiatric facilities and the gaps in maternal mental healthcare in the US. While her story is terrifying and tragic in many ways, it's filled with so much light and refreshing honesty. You'll adore Barrie! Very Important Episode Links:Hell Gate BridgeBarrie's WebsiteBarrie on InstagramKeep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 16, 2024 • 54min
Katie's ADHD Diaries
Katie shares her journey with ADHD, describing it as her superpower. She discusses managing her condition for 20 years without medication, and why she reconsidered meds after returning to work post-baby. The challenges of balancing parenting and entrepreneurship with ADHD surface as she reflects on the support systems she's utilized. Katie also dives into the positive impacts of medication on her confidence and social interactions, while offering personal strategies for staying balanced in her life.
Oct 9, 2024 • 50min
Liz breaks girl code, moms in the media & Shallow Hal syndrome
If you're reading this, you now know our show notes are the hottest place on the internet! In this epi the mommies discuss their new girl-powered podcast team, their renewed crush on Seth Cohen, and all the juicy TV they're watching. They get deep on this year's buzziest book and dish on some of their fave moms in the media like Margot Robbie and Kourtney K.Very Important Episode Links:All Fours - Miranda July Intermezzo - Sally Rooney Keep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 2, 2024 • 51min
The mommies are back with major life updates
Did you miss us?? Get caught up with your girls and hear their top five life updates—all major in their own way with many solo pods to come to dive deeper. The mommies also give their hot take on the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. It's good to be back.Very Important Episode Links:Joe Fresh ClogsLED Mask SpreadsheetKeep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
