Conversations with Cam

In this episode, I sit down with Ayana Lage to discuss her experience with postpartum psychosis, from how her symptoms began to develop after giving birth; to what led to her commitment to a psychiatric ward; to how she made a full recovery and emerged empowered about her story. Ayana shares what her relationship with her mental health was before and during her pregnancy, why the line between postpartum exhaustion and postpartum depression is so confusing, and what it felt like in the throes of her psychosis. She talks about what it was like within the psychiatric ward, how she experienced PTSD after her experience, what she hopes others take away from her experience and own about their postpartum stories, and much more. Thank you to Ayana for being so vulnerable and brave and reminding us that we are never alone, whatever our mental health experiences have been. Key Takeaway / Points:On the process of choosing to publicly share her experience with postpartum psychosisAyana’s relationship with her mental health before and during her pregnancyThe confusing line between postpartum exhaustion and postpartum depressionHow Ayana felt immediately after giving birth and how her postpartum psychosis progressedHow it felt to experience delusions and what led to her commitment to a psychiatric wardAyana’s experience within the psychiatric wardHow Ayana began her recovery, the PTSD she experienced afterwards, and how she plans to prepare for another pregnancy in the futureOn what she hopes others take away from her experienceOn overcoming shame about her experience and embracing her story On how being a black woman affected Ayana’s overall medical experienceHow Ayana feels more empowered now from her experience Listen to my conversation with FF Fam member, Michelle, on postpartum depression hereThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Check out KiwiCo here and get your first month free on any crate lineGo to blissy.com/cameron and use code CAMERON for an additional 30% offFind weeknight recipes as easy as Fill. Roll. Bake at Pillsbury.comShop Seed at seed.com/CAMERON and use code CAMERON to receive 25% off your first month of Seed DS-01Ⓡ Daily SynbioticVisit Amazon, search for “Braun Smart Thermometer” and use code 10FRECKLED at checkout for $10 off your orderVisit ​​thrivemarket.com/cameron and get 30% off your first order, plus a free $60 giftFollow Ayana:Instagram: @ayanagabriellelageFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersWebsite: freckledfoodie.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersTwitter: @freckledfoodieYoutube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled FoodiePinterest: Freckled FoodieCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Cindy Linville – my mother and three-peat guest – to discuss all things being a grandparent, from the experience of watching your own children raise children; to the act of meeting children where they are; to witnessing your children mirror your own traits. We talk about what it means to Cindy to not care about what people think, how she and I have experienced setting and respecting boundaries around parenting and the grandparent-child relationship, and how we’ve navigated body talk discussions in our family. She shares the generational differences in parenting she has observed, what it means to find your unique “thing” as a grandparent, and gives her best advice to grandparents who want to be in their grandchildrens’ lives while respecting boundaries.Key Takeaway / Points:On being a grandparent and watching your children raise childrenOn meeting your children where they areOn your children mirroring youUnpacking not caring what people think about youWatching the grandparent relationship growOn setting boundaries and respecting themOn the body talk discussions we’ve had within our familyOn the generational differences in parenting between millennials and baby boomersAdvice for grandparents wanting to be in their grandkids’ lives while respecting boundariesOn respecting the relationship with in-lawsOn finding your unique “thing” as a grandparentCindy’s best fashion and skin care tipsListen to Jay Shetty and Lori Gottblieb’s conversation on boundaries hereThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Order AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs hereShop AloMoves here and use code FRECKLED20 in all caps for 30 days free plus an additional 20% off an annual membershipShop Nuuly here and sign up with code CAMERON20 to get $20 off your first monthGo to Zocdoc.com/CAMERON and download the Zocdoc app for free. Then find and book a top rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.Visit StellarEats.com and use code CAMERON at checkout for 20% off your first purchaseFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersWebsite: freckledfoodie.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersTwitter: @freckledfoodieYoutube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled FoodiePinterest: Freckled FoodieCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I share how I’m feeling two and a half weeks out from my due date, what I’m doing for my body right now, and how my maternity leave will look personally and work-wise in the coming months. I discuss the question of sharing content during postpartum, what I want to prioritize during postpartum and do differently this time around, and why a recent experience with early labor pains brought up some deep-seated anxieties. Finally, I unpack the intense emotions I’ve been feeling around going from one child to two, the conflicting urge I have to share a final moment with my son before the new baby comes, and the recent Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift gossip that has everybody talking.Key Takeaway / Points:How I’m feeling two and a half weeks out from my due dateWhat I’m doing for my body right nowOn the question of sharing content during postpartumOn what my maternity leave will look likeWhat I want to prioritize in postpartum and do differently this timeOn the mind fuck that is the end of pregnancyOn my intense emotions around going from one child to twoOn the conflicting urge to share a final goodbye with my son before the new baby comesOn the Travis Kielce and Taylor Swift gossThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Find weeknight recipes as easy as Fill. Roll. Bake at Pillsbury.comOrder AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs hereVisit naturaldiamonds.com/thankyou to learn more about the natural diamond industry and its commitment to sustainability and ethicsShop Nuuly here and sign up with code CAMERON20 to get $20 off your first monthShop Vegamour here and use code CAMERON to get 20% off your first order  Visit Amazon, search for “Braun Smart Thermometer” and use code 10FRECKLED at checkout for $10 off your orderFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersWebsite: freckledfoodie.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersTwitter: @freckledfoodieYoutube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled FoodiePinterest: Freckled FoodieCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with friend and content creator Olivia Noceda to talk about priorities, boundaries, and understanding what we want versus what we think we want. We reflect on a time Olivia was there for me during a postpartum breakdown, and Olivia shares how she has developed her journey with boundaries over time. She also discusses why regularly establishing your priorities in life is essential, how the impulse of comparison on social media is inevitable, and why fiction and escapism can be so freeing. She also talks about her path to sober curiosity, how we can become addicted to routine, and why in a culture of “more,” “less” is actually the key to finding freedom and release.Key Takeaway / Points:Remembering a time when Olivia was there for me during a postpartum breakdownHow Olivia has developed her journey with boundariesWhy regularly establishing your priorities is essentialOn the impulse of comparison with social mediaOn the concept of being addicted to romance and escapismThe importance of fiction in our livesOlivia’s journey with sober curiosityWhy it’s healthy to observe our relationships with vices, from alcohol to social mediaOn becoming addicted to routineOn what you think you want vs. what you actually wantOn the freedom and release that comes from “less” Listen to the Armchair Expert episode with Anna Lembke hereThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Order AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs hereVisit Amazon, search for “Braun Smart Thermometer” and use code 10FRECKLED at checkout for $10 off your orderVisit Carawayhome.com/CAMERON for 10% off your next purchaseVisit ​​thrivemarket.com/cameron and get 30% off your first order, plus a free $60 giftFollow Olivia:Instagram: @olivianocedaTikTok: @olivianocedaPinterest: @olivianocedaPodcast: On the RocksFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersWebsite: freckledfoodie.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersTwitter: @freckledfoodieYoutube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled FoodiePinterest: Freckled FoodieCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I give a life update and share my recent experience being eight months pregnant at my cousin’s wedding, and how I’m generally feeling physically and mentally. I unpack the confusion of feeling anxious over daily life things but not “bigger” events, why anxiety sparks when I’m not able to show up as my truest self, and why I’m choosing to ignore the “more is better” mentality right now and lean into “less.” I share all the things I’m excited for postpartum (hello, soft belly), and what I plan to do differently in my second postpartum experience versus my first. Key Takeaway / Points:On the confusion of feeling anxious over daily life things, but not “bigger” eventsOn feeling anxious when I’m not able to show up as my truest selfOn being eight months pregnant at my cousin’s weddingWhat people don’t tell you about parenthoodThings I’m excited for postpartumOn choosing to ignore the “more is better” mentality and leaning into “less”What I plan to do differently in my second postpartum experience versus my firstThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Order AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs hereGo to Greenchef.com/cameron60 and use code “60cameron” to get 60% off plus free shippingWith Pillsbury Crescents, it’s as easy as Fill. Roll. Bake. Find more weeknight dinner recipes at Pillsbury.comShop Nuuly here and sign up with code CAMERON20 to get $20 off your first monthGo to Zocdoc.com/CAMERON and download the Zocdoc app for free. Then find and book a top rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.Follow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersWebsite: freckledfoodie.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersTwitter: @freckledfoodieYoutube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled FoodiePinterest: Freckled FoodieCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with one of my closest friends, Jess Nash, to discuss friendship, motherhood, and how the two intersect. We talk about our friendship “breakup” and how we reconnected after several years of not staying in touch, how having children has bonded us even further, and how essential it is for mothers not to judge each other for their parenting choices. We also discuss why it’s so important for mothers to find a postpartum community and we answer listener questions on preparing for motherhood, making space for conversation not centered around our children, and supporting a friend who is struggling with infertility or has miscarried.Key Takeaway / Points:On our friendship “breakup” and how we reconnectedHow having children bonded us furtherOn friends disagreeing with how they mother their childrenOn the importance of mothers not judging each otherOn finding community during postpartumAnswering listener questions on friendship and motherhood, including:Why friends “go quiet” after they have childrenOn preparing for the identity shift that comes with motherhoodOn celebrating each others’ wins in friendshipsOn making space for conversation not centered around childrenOn supporting a friend who is struggling with infertility or has miscarriedFind the “Friendship In Our Thirties” poem hereThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Shop AloMoves here and use code FFF20 in all caps for 30 days free plus an additional 20% off an annual membershipOrder AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs hereShop Nuuly here and sign up with code CAMERON20 to get $20 off your first monthGo to Eboost.com/CAMERON to get a free 4-pack of Superfuel with your purchaseOrder LMNT here and get a free sample pack with any purchaseFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersWebsite: freckledfoodie.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersTwitter: @freckledfoodieYoutube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled FoodiePinterest: Freckled FoodieCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lizzy Mathis, Founder of The Cool Mom Co. and Co-host of Honest Renovations, discusses the transition from non-motherhood to motherhood and importance of finding yourself after having children. She also talks about her experiences as a black woman, raising black children, having conversations about race at home, and her new home renovation project with Jessica Alba.

In this solo episode, I reflect on what turning thirty-two means to me, and how I’ve been feeling more like myself lately. I also share the top things I learned and wish I knew in my twenties, from letting go of comparison and instead celebrating that we all are on different timelines; to learning how to be kinder to yourself in every way; to putting the energy out into the world that you’d like to receive. Finally, I share some lessons that FF Fam Members have submitted, like following your intuition and investing in your relationship with yourself.Key Takeaway / Points:On feeling more like myself latelyTop lessons learned in my twenties, including:On cultivating purpose and perspectiveEverything is temporaryComparison is uselessTrying things is invaluableNo one else knows what they’re doing eitherAdmit it when you don’t know somethingLearn how to be kinder to yourselfPut the energy out into the world that you’d like to receiveLessons shared from FF Fam MembersThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Order AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs hereGo to Zocdoc.com/CAMERON and download the Zocdoc app for free. Then find and book a top rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.Visit carawayhome.com/CAMERON or use CAMERON at checkout to get 10% off your orderExplore 30 days of free, limited access to Dipsea audio stories at dipseastories.com/cameronCheck out Quince.com/cameron for free shipping on your order and 365-day returnsFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersWebsite: freckledfoodie.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersTwitter: @freckledfoodieYoutube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled FoodiePinterest: Freckled FoodieCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Ben-Ishay, founder of Baked by Melissa, to discuss everything from how the famed cupcake company got its name to how Melissa still finds joy in what she does, over ten years later. Melissa shares how being fired in her early twenties kick started Baked by Melissa, how she developed her business from scratch, and why she believes attitude above all else shapes your trajectory. She also discusses the differences between her first maternity leave as a founder and her second, how she conceptualizes social media for her business, and how she remains authentic to her voice while continuing to build a brand.Key Takeaway / Points:The origin story of the “Baked by Melissa” nameHow being fired kick started Melissa’s baking businessHow the bite-sized cupcake developedOn how attitude shapes your trajectoryOn being the founder of a business and taking maternity leaveOn the difference between your first maternity leave and secondHow Melissa conceptualizes social media for her businessOn remaining authentic to your voice while simultaneously building a brandOn following your intuition and doing what makes you feel goodWhere Melissa sees Baked by Melissa heading in the future and what’s nextThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Shop AloMoves here and use code FFF20 in all caps for 30 days free plus an additional 20% off an annual membershipOrder AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs hereGo to greenchef.com/cameron50 and use code “cameron50” to get 50% off plus free shippingShop Vegamour here and use code CAMERON to get 20% off your first order  Shop LMNT at lmnt.com/cameron and get a free sample pack with any purchaseFollow Melissa:Instagram: @bakedbymelissaTikTok:       @bakedbymelissaWebsite: bakedbymelissa.comFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersWebsite: freckledfoodie.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersTwitter: @freckledfoodieYoutube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled FoodiePinterest: Freckled FoodieCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this solo episode, I share how I’ve been feeling depressed and lonely lately, why I just haven’t had the energy or motivation to socialize at this stage of my pregnancy, and the ways in which I’ve experienced loneliness in the past. I unpack my recent impulse to share my emotions with strangers, feeling jealous of my husband’s ease with socializing right now, and missing the “old” version of myself. Finally, I share how having my son attend summer camp has been going so far, how I haven’t quite processed that we’re having a second child yet, and what my vision board for business and life looks like right now.Key Takeaway / Points:A pregnancy mental health updateOn feeling lonely right nowMy past experiences with lonelinessOn having nothing left in the tank for socializing right nowOn the impulse to share and process emotions with strangersOn feeling jealous of my husband right nowOn missing the old version of meOn having my son attend summer camp and how that’s been goingOn processing that we’re having a second child enter our lives soonWhat my vision board for business and life looks like right nowThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Order AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs hereShop Brooklinen here and use code CAM for $20 off your online purchase of $100 or more plus free shipping Explore 30 days of free, limited access of Dipsea audio stories at dipseastories.com/cameronGo to thrivemarket.com/cameron for 30% off your first order plus a FREE $60 giftOrder your Celebrate Your Wins Merch here!Check out Megan Roup’s and my “Trust Your Gut Prenatal Challenge” collaboration with Seed here and use code TRUSTYOURGUT25 at checkoutFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersWebsite: freckledfoodie.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersTwitter: @freckledfoodieYoutube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled FoodiePinterest: Freckled FoodieCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.