Modern Mom Probs

On this week’s episode of Modern Mom Probs, Conscious Parenting Coach Ashley Seling joins the show to explore the connection between our childhood and our child's childhood and how it impacts our parenting. Tara and Ashley explore what it means to reparent yourself and what it may look like. Ashley shares ways for parents to reparent themselves in small pockets of time, set healthy boundaries, and gain confidence in their emotions, so they can feel in control of whatever stressful parenting situation comes their way.If you are looking to be a calmer, more confident parent, you should listen to this episode!Links:https://ashleyseling.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review

On this week’s Modern Mom Probs episode, Samantha Matt, author of the book Average is the New Awesome: A Manifesto for the Rest of Us and creator of the popular Instagram account @averagepeopleproblems joins the show. In this celebration of ordinary awesomeness, Samantha shares what it means to embrace being average and how to manage expectations while still having standards. She also explains how it’s ok if you’re not “where you thought you’d be in life” right now and empowering yourself to embrace where you are.If you have ever felt like “you’re not enough,” you should listen to this episode!Link:https://samanthamatt.com/average-is-the-new-awesome/https://www.instagram.com/averagepeopleproblems/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review

It goes without saying how stressful the holidays can be, from gift-buying to dealing with family dynamics.In this week’s episode of Modern Mom Probs, Tara welcomes Abbey Williams, behavioral health therapist and host of the You, The Mother Podcast. Tara and Abbey discuss navigating awkward family interactions and toxic family dynamics. They explore the most effective way to set boundaries without looking like “the jerk.” If you’re looking to protect your peace during this season, you should listen to this episode!Link:www.youthemother.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-the-mother/id1449622243Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review

In this week’s Modern Mom Probs episode, New York Times opinion writer and author Jessica Grose joins the show to discuss her new book, Screaming on the Inside: The Unsustainability of American Motherhood.Known for her excellent coverage of parenting in the pandemic, Jessica really has her finger on the pulse of modern parenting. Her work is helping dismantle unrealistic parenting expectations. In doing so, she empowers today’s mothers to make choices that serve themselves and their families. In this timely and important conversation, Jessica and Tara discuss the history of American motherhood and how it has evolved over time. Jessica explores the implications of social media in modern motherhood, and explains how anxiety, jealousy, shame and guilt are the four horsemen of the “Mompocalyse.” Jessica explains how we got to this moment, why the current state of expectations on mothers is unsustainable, and how we can make meaningful change.If you ever felt like you were “screaming on the inside,” you need to listen to this episode.Link:http://jessicagrose.com/https://amzn.to/3UughMQSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review

Puberty is tough. Too bad there isn’t a manual for it…well, now there is! Dr. Melisa Holmes, board certified Ob-Gyn and Dr. Trish Hutchison, board certified pediatrician, are the co-founders of the leading digital health platform, Girlology. Combined, these two women have more than 4+ decades of clinical experience and have dedicated themselves to educating mothers, caregivers and young girls on puberty, adolescent development, sexual health and wellness, and parenting.On this week’s episode, Melisa and Trish share their insights on how and when to talk to our daughters about puberty. They set the record straight on some of the biggest misconceptions and myths about females hitting puberty and what happens at a first GYN appointment. Whether it be developing breasts, dealing with new odors, or acne on the skin, Melisa and Trish share how to approach these common topics in a way that helps your child without embarrassment (for them or for you). They even share their most recommended bra shopping tips (something many women don’t know until they’re adults). In this conversation, Melisa and Trish explore how parents can respect their daughter's needs for privacy while also monitoring their development.If you ever thought  “I wish someone would have explained this to me when I was young,” take a listen to this episode.  It will leave you feeling empowered with the right things to say during an awkward conversation.If you want to have the answers to your daughter’s questions, check out Girlology.com and use discount code MOMPROBS to receive 20% off your annual subscription.Link:https://girlology.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review

This week on Modern Mom Probs, two of the funniest, straight-shooting women on social media join the show. Cailtin Murray, creator of Big Time Adulting and host of the Big Time Adulting podcast and Nicki Marie, creator of TikTok’s Nicki Unplugged bring their honest, no nonsense (ok, maybe a little nonsense) approach to modern motherhood and the social media pressures we face. In this lively conversation, they get honest by calling BS on the whole thing. If you follow them on social media, you’re going to love the big New England Mom Energy Caitlin and Nicki bring to this episode!Links:https://www.instagram.com/bigtimeadulting/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-time-adulting-podcast/id1593880783https://www.tiktok.com/@nickiunpluggedhttps://www.instagram.com/nickimarieinc/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review

This week on Modern Mom Probs, product designer, mother of 5 and CEO of Slate, Brynn Snyder joins the show to explore the age-old question “Can we have it all?” She shares her insights on what it means to “have it all,” what that looks like for her, and why community is so important.  Time-crunched Brynn also shares some creative time management tips, which will leave you wanting to grab a pen and paper.If you’ve ever pondered whether you can have it all, you should listen to this episode. Links:www.slateflosser.comSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review

This episode was originally recorded live on Fireside. One of Tara’s oldest friends from kindergarten, Katie Mulvaney of Healthy Moms joins to chat about making mom friends. Why does it sometimes feel so hard? Should you force a friendship because your children are friends? What should you look for in a good mom friend? Can technology help?Motherhood wasn’t meant to be experienced alone. Listen to this episode and find your people. Links:https://www.instagram.com/healthy.moms_/https://katie-mulvaney.mykajabi.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review

Diary of an Honest Mom’s Libby Ward returns to the show to talk about mom rage. What is it? What can we do about it? Why does it seem to be an issue that so few moms are talking about? Libby shares her tips on how she brings herself down from a “10” when she’s reached her limit. If you’ve ever rage cleaned your kitchen, or even know what rage cleaning is, you need to listen to this episode!Links:https://diaryofanhonestmom.com/https://www.instagram.com/diaryofanhonestmom/https://www.tiktok.com/@diaryofanhonestmomSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review

Designer, style expert, mother, and founder of the do-it-yourself lifestyle brand P.S.- I Made This, Erica Domesek joins the show to discuss how to step away from screens and get creative with our children. In this lively conversation, Erica shares how getting crafty with our family can grow smarter and happier kids. She walks Tara through her favorite projects in her new book P.S.- We Made This: Super Fun Crafts that Grow Smarter and Happier Kids and explains how it’s a “no glitter zone.”If you’re a parent who wants to creatively connect with your children in a way that won’t break the bank, you need to listen to this episode!http://psimadethis.com/https://www.instagram.com/PSiMadeThis/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review