
Mama Knows
I'll go first: Motherhood is a dang rollercoaster and sometimes I feel like I'm just hanging on. My name is Nina and I am the host of Mama Knows. I truly believe that every mama *knows.* Have you ever held your crying child and just said or thought "I know honey." YOU, mama, know what is best for your family and sometimes it's different than what the other mama knows. This podcast is an ongoing, honest conversation around motherhood, mental health, parenting and relationships...the good, bad and funny. Join in weekly for tips, strategies, tools and conversation that will leave you feeling less alone!
Latest episodes

Dec 27, 2022 • 40min
The holistic baby & toddler sleep approach w/Brittni
If you are anything like me, you and your baby are NOT getting any sleep right now. This episode is for us tired mamas! Brittni gives us the main pointers on baby & toddler sleep and how to solve common sleep challenges. Brittni is a Holistic Infant Sleep Specialist who is passionate about educating families on biologically normal infant sleep as well as helping them make changes to things that aren't working. website: restinginmotherhood.com IG: resting_in_motherhood ________________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 20, 2022 • 39min
I am sick of carrying the bigger load in my relationship! w/Dr. TracyD
Do you feel like you are doing all the work in your relationship? Are you tired of feeling like your partner doesn't care as much as you? How do you get through this? You NEED this episode.From Tracy:I'm a Clinical Psychologist, Mom of 2, Wife and Creator of Be Connected.I knew that I wanted to take what I learned in my clinical practice and bring it to you. I know how hard it is to get help when you need it. Availability of practitioners, time away from family, along with the financial burden of consistent on-going support. I wanted to break these barriers to getting the tools when you need them. So I got to work growing a community online and sharing my expertise with all of you. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychologist from the University of Ottawa. I have spent over 15 years in practice working with individuals and couples, and training with renowned relationship experts.WebsiteInstagram @drtracydPodcast________________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 13, 2022 • 37min
Marriage is hard, here are our ICKS
Tom & Nina talk about the rollercoaster and the hurdles in marriage/relationships but then decide it's okay to save that for another time. Instead they share each other's ICKS (aka pet peeves about each other) based on the current Tik Tok trend. ________________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 6, 2022 • 47min
Influencing, body image, motherhood and more w/ Taryn Hicks of @taryntruly
This week I am so excited to have one of my besties and your new bestie, Taryn on the podcast! We talk about her experiences in influencing, mental health, body image, and motherhood. Taryn Truly is a midsize mama, who loves sharing everyday, attainable style for women. Taryn knows how tricky shopping can be for a midsize women (size 14). She’s taken her struggles and turned it into a passion for taking the guesswork out of shopping for her community. Taryn is a firm believer in loving yourself as you are right now and encourages her audience to dress the bodies they have in ways that make them feel stylish and confident. Taryn's community looks to her for style tips, fashion try on's, beauty tutorials, and overall everyday relatable life.Website: https://taryntruly.com/Instagram @taryntruly Tik Tok: @taryn.truly________________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 29, 2022 • 32min
Listeners Most Loved: Mom guilt, basic needs & wondering if you're good enough? W/Rena Beyer
86% of my mamas over on IG do not take care of their own basic needs before they take care of their kiddos. THIS IS NOT OK. But then there is MOM GUILT. Diving into a major mom guilt discussion with Rena Beyer (coach, mom and psychotherapist) of @RemediesWithRena.Freebie 'Time Audit': https://tinyurl.com/RWR-TimeAuditA time audit which helps you see where your time is going and what your energy is like throughout your day to make better use of your time - rearrange. It audits 3 days of your time.Website: https://tinyurl.com/RemediesWithRenaContact: RemediesWRena@gmail.comTailor Rena's Content to what you'd like info on!: https://tinyurl.com/RWR-Survey________________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 22, 2022 • 49min
Listeners Most Loved: How to have a better marriage W/Mac (episode 8 re-aired)
100% should be listening to this with your partner. Most couples that seek counseling typically seek it 6 years too late. Today we chat with Mac a licensed Black Male therapist with a specialization in couples therapy. As a therapist he specialize in improving communication skills, conflict management, friendship, intimacy, admiration and fondness within my couples.In this episode:Mind blowing relationship facts & statisticsDivorce, affairsHealthy communicationHow to get couples therapy helpand more!Mac's WebsiteMac's IG @Talk2Mac_TherapistClinical Card Deck to strengthen your relationshipCODE: MAMAKNOWS________________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 15, 2022 • 37min
Step Mom Life, let's talk about it W/Jamie Scrimgeour
Being a step-parent is hard and there aren't a lot of resources out there. Jamie Scrimgeour has been in your shoes and wanted to change that. Jamie wanted to redefine stepmotherhood. If you are asking yourself "how do I manage being a stepmom?" or "how can I be a good stepmom?" this episode is for you. WebsitePodcastInstagram @jamiescrimgeour_______________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 8, 2022 • 40min
It CAN be simple; Helping your mental health in motherhood with/Lauren & Megan of The Matrescence
One of my favorite topics and one of the reasons I started this podcast - mental health in motherhood. This week I talked with Lauren and Megan of the Matrescence about what things impact our mental health, how our mental health changes after becoming a mom, and how to support our mental health.The Matrescence was born out of a desire to provide more maternal support after a professional and personal recognition in the gap of care for women. We combined our medical, Lauren RN, BSN, Psychiatric Mental Health NP, and business (Megan) backgrounds—with our experience as seasoned mothers of three— to change the landscape of maternal mental health. We provide integrative mental wellness support and community to and through motherhood. Our global community, actionable tools + expert-curated guides, and bimonthly peer support calls encourage women to embrace the transformation, embody forever wellness, and enrich their motherhood journey.www.thematrescence.com@thematrescence on IG _______________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 1, 2022 • 33min
Hey Babe, when is the last time you checked your Gut & Hormone health? w/Lahana Vigliano
40% OFF until 11/5 ONLY - CODE NINA40 all NAVY HAIRLahana Vigliano is the CEO + founder of Nuvitru Wellness and a board certified clinical nutritionist. She holds a Bachelor of Nutrition Science degree and Masters of Human Nutrition + Functional Medicine degree. She is currently a doctorate student in clinical nutrition. She has so much passion in helping women realize that there is a root cause for their symptoms, even if they have been dismissed by healthcare before. Her company Nuvitru Wellness specializes in women's hormones and gut health and uses functional medicine lab testing to personalize the patient's journey. Goodbye DIY! She is obsessed with creating natural remedies, researching, reading romance books, lifting heavy, and cooking meals for her family. Outside of work, she is a mother of two and wife. Her family is the inspiration behind Nuvitru and continues to encourage her through everything.Links:www.instagram.com/nuvitruwellnesswww.facebook.com/nuvitruwellnesshttps://www.pinterest.com/nuvitruwellness/https://youtube.com/c/nuvitruwellnesswww.nuvitruwellness.comwww.nuvitru-wellness.mn.co (private health uncensored community!)https://nuvitruwellness.com/powerwomenwellness (Podcast for women in power to learn wellness routines + habits of other successful women!)Working 1:1 with patients who struggle with hormonal imbalances and digestive issues - https://nuvitruwellness.com/workwithmeFreebie {Guide to Hormone Balance} - https://nuvitru.ck.page/hormone-balance_______________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 25, 2022 • 31min
How TF do I get off this dating rollercoaster? w/ Dr. Morgan
Dr. Morgan is a clinical Psychologist, relationship coach and host of "Let's get Vulnerable" Podcast. Find Dr. Morgan here: https://www.drmorgancoaching.com/Her PodcastHer IGDr. Morgan's Book Launch is Jan 10th, 2023 _______________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!______________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices