Best Aha Mom Podcasts (2024)

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REPLAY: Prioritize Your Nervous System Today 28:59

3h ago28:59

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When you channel your energy into tasks that neither empower you nor invigorate your spirit, it can exert a detrimental toll on your nervous system. Whitney’s guest, Dr. Kelly Kessler, is a licensed physical therapist, transformation coach and host of the Rewiring Health Podcast, who works with women to regulate their nervous system and shift from …

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Expert Spotlight: Rebecca Lane on the importance of music 49:54

9m ago49:54

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Rebecca Lane is a mom of three and the director of the Lane School of Music, a music school in Toronto that helps parents guide their child to success by providing the nurturing, engaging music lessons every child needs to develop their inner musician. The Lane School of Music is a thriving school of over 700 students, 50 teachers, 10 staff members…

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The Best Thing My Dad Did For Me Was Die 24:09

3h ago24:09

24:09

Having a parent who struggles with an addiction is a challenge in and of itself. Losing that parent is a whole other kind of challenge. Finding a way to learn valuable lessons in order to shape my life in a better direction than my parent’s? Well, that really seemed like the only option. At the end of the day, while it might not be a popular opinio…

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116. Mastering Boundaries for Better Relationships 42:00

4h ago42:00

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In today’s fast-paced world, setting boundaries is more crucial than ever. Boundaries protect our well-being and enhance the quality of our relationships. In this episode, Whitney explores this essential aspect of personal development with her guest, Jennifer Main, author of The Space Between: Creating Conscious Boundaries for Deep Connection & Aut…

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Fan-favourites: Cat & Nat 48:46

5d ago48:46

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Best friends, influencers, podcasters, co-founders of The Common Parent and moms with seven kids between them, Cat and Nat know a thing or two about the way motherhood turns your life upside down. Cat & Nat's rapidly exploding community of like-minded moms tune in every day to watch them rewrite the paradigm of “the perfect mom.” With honesty and h…

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Jessica McCabe (!!) on motherhood, social anxiety, and ADHD medication 34:31

7d ago34:31

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How to ADHD creator Jessica McCabe has been the source of many ADHD “aha” moments — so what were her ADHD “aha” moments? Jessica was diagnosed when she was 12 years old but didn’t start to look into what ADHD meant for her until she was 32. Taking ADHD medication felt like putting on glasses — experiencing the world as everyone else did. But she di…

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5 Minute Curiosity & What Nourishment Really Means with Ashley Strong Smith 44:29

8d ago44:29

44:29

Have you ever considered what this world would look like if we all truly did exactly what we wanted? Even for just five minutes per day. During this interview with Ashley Strong Smith, she and I sit down and chat like two friends about what growth can really look like. Ashley shares her thoughts on cultivating a peaceful work environment, living wi…

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REPLAY: Less of a Hot Mess: Growth Guide for Moms 43:56

14d ago43:56

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While becoming a mother has many blessings, along with the hugs and cuddles comes an invisible workload that women disproportionately shoulder. Aside from the physical toll of childbearing, our mental and emotional health can suffer as we strive to keep our families, homes and careers afloat. In today’s episode, I talk with Kaitlin Soule, a license…

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Fan favourite: Vivian Kaye 42:29

4h ago42:29

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Vivian Kaye is a single mother, the founder of KinkyCurlyYaki, a business and empowerment expert, a keynote speaker, a TV and podcast personality and an all-around dope lady. She aims to show women how you can be yourself and still achieve a successful, fulfilled life. Topics discussed: Who Chad is and how you should bring his audacity to your day-…

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Ep. 133: Basic B*tch Seeks Enlightenment Take One 13:57

15d ago13:57

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I've spent the last seven years talking about minimalism, and decluttering my life, but the reality is, it has been so much more than that. Before I decided to downsize my stuff, I first decided I needed to find myself. Sure, I was a shopaholic with a monthly shoe membership subscription, but I knew there was so much more to me than that. After spe…

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115. Living in the Present: Practical Tips for Modern Women 14:03

18d ago14:03

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Many women find it challenging to stay present. As meditation and mindfulness become mainstream, we often hear phrases like "live in the now" or "we only have the present moment." However, for women balancing children, home, work, and community demands, staying present can seem nearly impossible. What does it mean to be present? For Whitney, it’s a…

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Carly Nemtean, Let’s Get Down To Business 42:16

20d ago42:16

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Carly Nemtean is a mom, a designer of Interiors, and a businesswoman who owns The Collective Workspace, a co-working and event space for creatives in the North York Area of Toronto, where we record our podcast every week. She also co-owns Carriage Lane Design Build for the past 14 years. She and her team design and construct clients' homes and bout…

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ADHD and trauma 32:10

22d ago32:10

32:10

Dr. Monica Johnson joins Laura to talk about a topic that comes up a lot on ADHD Aha!: ADHD and trauma. She explains how trauma and ADHD can look alike and whether ADHD can lead to trauma. Dr. J, as she’s known, also talks about misdiagnosis, treatment, and how to support someone who’s struggling. This episode contains discussion about trauma, PTSD…

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Ep 132: Creating Experiences in Life's Little Moments with Palak Dave 39:56

19d ago39:56

39:56

Have you ever really sat down to enjoy a cup of coffee? Do you ever put your camera away just to take in the moment around you rather than capturing the perfect snapshot? How about buying a boring cake just so you can decorate it at home for fun. All of these slow living, personal touch ideas and more are the topic of conversation during this inter…

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REPLAY: Recovering the Lost Art of Rest with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith 44:29

12d ago44:29

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Amidst today’s hustle culture, many of us have made it our norm to live life with constant noise and motion. Instead of taking time to pause and replenish, we often neglect signals from our mind and body. We push through our ever-growing to-do list and fall into bed at night feeling scattered and exhausted instead of at peace. In today’s episode, I…

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Frances Wilk, People & Talent Strategist 30:12

13d ago30:12

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Frances Wilk is a wife, a mom and an entrepreneur from Montreal with two kids and two dogs. She has been working in the talent acquisition and recruitment space for the past ten years, having spent the majority of her time in the startup space. She recently went out on her own and launched her fractional talent acquisition practice, FW Talent, and …

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114. Finding Clarity During Life’s Unpredictable Moments with Cassandra Rosa 32:05

20d ago32:05

32:05

Life is filled with moments of transition—those instances when you look forward but feel uncertain about what’s to come. Whitney’s guest, Cassandra Rosa, calls these “now what” moments. Although they can feel daunting, Cassandra shows how to reframe them positively through gratitude and compassion. Cassandra shares practical tips for embracing the …

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Tracey Tee, Founder of Moms on Mushrooms 46:00

20d ago46:00

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Tracey Tee is the founder and steward of Moms On Mushrooms, an online community for mothers with multiple offerings for working with and healing through the sacred use of microdosing plant medicine. Tracey weaves in a sacred facilitator approach to her M.O.M. circles, calling on the support of the Sacred Feminine and Sacred Mother Earth to connect …

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ADHD in marriage: How it changed a relationship (Breon and Dan’s story) 26:57

1M ago26:57

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Breon and Dan Gummel are a mixed-neurodiversity married couple. After about 5 years of marriage, Breon was diagnosed with ADHD. The conflicts they’d been having as a couple took on a new shape. The more they learned about ADHD, the better they understood each other. Now, they’ve founded an ADHD community called ADHDinner. This is where people with …

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REPLAY: The Science of How Natural Landscapes Restore Us and Boost Mental Health with Emma Loewe 37:10

1M ago37:10

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We all know that, long ago, humans lived outside in a way that was much more connected to the land. Over time, we’ve evolved to spend most of our time indoors, usually connecting with screens much more throughout the day than nature. While this shift is taking a toll on our physical and mental health, you don’t have to live in a mountain town or bo…

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Alyssa Ages, Strongman Competitor, Journalist and Author of Secrets of Giants 42:38

27d ago42:38

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Alyssa Ages is a mom of two, a strongman competitor, a journalist and the author of Secrets of Giants: A Journey to Uncover the True Meaning of Strength. She is a health and fitness columnist for The Globe and Mail and a freelance journalist with clips in publications that include ELLE, SELF, GQ, Parents, Slate, Pregnantish and more. Topics discuss…

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Ep. 131: I Started Olympic Weight Lifting at Age 60 with Kim Rahir 52:45

30d ago52:45

52:45

Could you imagine going from active, high-achieving woman to bed ridden and physically struggling with an MS diagnosis? That’s the story Kim Rahir shares with us today on the podcast. She was able to take a scary physical diagnosis and use it as a reason to build strength beyond her wildest dreams. What started as weigh lifting to avoid fatigue qui…

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113. Discovering Your Beauty Inside and Out with Sandy Thinnes 35:13

2M ago35:13

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When we think of beauty, we naturally focus on appearance, but beauty goes far beyond the surface. Beauty extends beyond lotions and makeup; it’s a reflection of our inner world. In today’s episode, Whitney connects with integrative nutrition, health, and mindset coach Sandy Thinnes on how women can look and feel their best from the inside out. San…

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Susana Alba, Career Strategist 31:26

1M ago31:26

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Susana Alba is a career strategist based out of New York. Her practice, Dunamis Coaching & Consulting Services, teaches women how to land six-figure roles through leadership development and career strategy. She thinks of her role as the mentor or friend who tells you all the things she wishes someone would have told her while she was climbing the c…

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Ep. 130: Finding Yourself. Loving Each Other. Saving the Planet with Donal MacCoon 49:00

2M ago49:00

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What does it really take to change the world? Most of us have some desire to leave a lasting impact, but often aren’t sure where to start. Today’s guest, Donal MacCool is a clinical psychologist and founder of One Planet Thriving. During our chat today we do a deep dive into human connection, embracing our own authenticity, and finding the right wo…

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Career tips and starting a business with ADHD. Plus ADHD and PTSD (Phoebe Gavin’s story) 32:28

2M ago32:28

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Leadership and career coach Phoebe Gavin was diagnosed with ADHD at a young age. Phoebe’s mom was her number one advocate. She never made Phoebe feel like there was something wrong with her, and that’s followed her to this day. Now, she works with clients to empower them in the same way. Phoebe takes us through serving in the military, to fashion s…

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REPLAY: How Can Grateful Living Transform Your Life? with Kristi Nelson 41:41

2M ago41:41

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Ever wondered how your life could improve by embracing gratitude more wholeheartedly? In this week's episode, Whitney's guest, Kristi Nelson, delves into the profound notion of living with a grateful mindset. As a stage IV cancer survivor and the author of "Wake Up Grateful: The Transformative Practice of Taking Nothing for Granted," Kristi shares …

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Angelique de Montbrun, Kids’ Allowance Expert 23:52

1M ago23:52

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Angelique de Montbrun is the CMO and COO of Mydoh, a money management platform with subscription-free access designed to help kids and teens manage their own money in a fun and interactive way while giving parents oversight. Mydoh is on a mission to empower youth by giving them an early understanding of money management. The platform gives kids and…

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Convos with a Sister - Sr Agnes of the Dominican Sisters of St Cecilia 47:02

2M ago47:02

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Join me as I chat about the Dominican and St Cecilian spiritualities with my new sister-friend from Fatima, Sr Agnes! Links Website for the Dominican Sisters of Saint Cecilia in Nashville (motherhouse) Direct link to Donate to the Sisters! If you need any links PLEASE email me [email protected] because I did this completely off the cuff and …

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112. Mini Jolt - Feeling Stuck? Here's How to Break Free 17:36

2M ago17:36

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Every woman feels stuck or stagnant at some point in her life. Many years ago, Whitney quit her glossy but taxing job at a creative agency to focus more on motherhood and keep a toe in the professional waters with freelance work. She thought this dramatic change would rinse away all the stress and confusion she’d encountered while establishing her …

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Stacey Green, Author of You'll Eat It & You'll Like It 37:00

2M ago37:00

37:00

Stacey Green is a mom of two and the founder of StaceyGreenLiving. She’s a holistic nutritionist, a content creator and a cookbook author. Her book, You’ll Eat It & You’ll Like It, is not your average cookbook: it’s a comedic approach to cooking that incorporates easy, family-friendly recipes (with a picture on each page!), with humour and a health…

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“ADHD for Smart Ass Women” host Tracy Otsuka! 28:19

2M ago28:19

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As women, it can feel like we have to do it all, yet not be “too much.” Add ADHD stigma and shame on top, and it can feel impossible. Good thing we have Tracy Otsuka to remind us that no one has ever made a difference by being “too little.” Tracy is an ADHD coach, the host of the ADHD for Smart Ass Women podcast, and author of the book with the sam…

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Ep. 129: What Does It Mean to Live a Simply Extraordinary Life with NoorJehan Tourte 53:36

2M ago53:36

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If you have ever been conflicted about how you want to live your life, what you want to do, or the job you want to have, you are not alone. Tune into today’s episode with guest, NoorJehan Tourte who boldly rejects the idea that we can only be one thing. From Sports Illustrated swimsuit competitions, to climbing the corporate ladder, NoorJehan has d…

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Life Lessons from One Year in Spain 54:44

2M ago54:44

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If this podcast encourages or helps you in your journey with Jesus in any way, please email me [email protected] to let me know. I truly feel like I'm running on fumes in life and need a little external motivation to keep going! Join me as I recap one year living as an American in Spain. It's not a me-show but more a what-is-God-teaching-me-…

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REPLAY: F the Shoulds: Break Free From Expectations and Rock Your Life with Tricia Huffman 43:03

2M ago43:03

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How often do you find yourself battling the “shoulds” in your life? You should be doing this, should be listening to that, should be going there, should be spending time with them… the list is endless. It leaves you exhausted and full of shame and guilt. Guess what? You can release yourself from this! You can give yourself freedom from the spiral o…

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Josie Dye, Radio & TV Broadcaster and Podcast Host 44:08

2M ago44:08

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As one of Canada’s most well-known and winsome radio and TV hosts, Josie Dye has had countless conversations with the stars of the music world, and she knows what you really want to know. Her interviews with A-listers—from Chris Martin to Mumford and Sons to Oprah—give Josie the ability to speak the language of celebrities, but she never wavers fro…

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Ep. 128: Packing Light and Getting Outdoors with Glen Van Peski 53:46

2M ago53:46

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Our family has found so much joy in reconnecting to the outdoors in the last few years and today's guest made me start itching for adventure and fresh air a little bit more. Glen Van Peski is the author of the new book, Take Less, Do More, where he shares life lessons from his outdoor adventures on how to lighten your load in life and in your backp…

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Use Biology to Help Baby Thrive 42:46

2M ago42:46

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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. In this episode of Modern Nurture, we sit down with Anya Dunham, a research scientist and mother of three, to discuss insights from her book, Baby Ecology. Anya talks about the capabilities and development of babies in the womb and in their early years, the impacts of sensory stimulation,…

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111. Embrace a Minimal-ish Summer: Your Guide to Simple, Joyful Living with Desirae Endres 34:31

2M ago34:31

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When people think of "minimalism," they often imagine an elusive, picture-perfect room straight out of Pinterest or a wardrobe limited to a capsule collection. But, as Whitney's guest Desirae Endres, the host of The Minimal-ish Podcast, reveals, minimalism is all about cutting through the noise and clutter to make space for what truly counts in lif…

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S4 | E18 Expert Spotlight: Anna Halfpenny, Marketing & Business Strategy 36:39

3M ago36:39

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Anna Halfpenny is a brand builder with more than 20 years of marketing and brand-building experience. She has helped global and national brands achieve their business goals across every possible section. In 2018, she launched Ruby + Foster, a marketing firm that works directly with founders, CEOs, and entrepreneurs to help them expand their busines…

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Toxic productivity, remembering to remember, and rejection sensitivity (Jesse Anderson’s story) 29:01

3M ago29:01

29:01

Jesse Anderson wishes he’d had an ADHD manual when he was first diagnosed as an adult, so he wrote one. Before he was diagnosed, he never considered having ADHD himself. After his wife encouraged him to look into it more, his trouble with remembering to do things, time management, and anger started to take a different shape in his mind. Today, Jess…

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Ep. 127: I Quit My High Profile Fashion Career to Do My Own Thing with Nicole Russo 1:04:02

2M ago1:04:02

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Today’s guest had me hooked when she told me she sat at a table with Victoria Beckham. My Spice Girl’s loving heart skipped a beat, and I was all ears as she told me she walked away from her successful fashion career in order to create her own styling business. Nicole Russo’s belief about fashion is that you don’t need a lot to have a good wardrobe…

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Summer Update and Upcoming Episodes 2:06

2M ago2:06

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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Hey Mamas! Things are crazy here this summer. Episodes may be slightly irregular for the next several weeks, but I want to take advantage of some family time I have coming up, and I don't want the quality to suffer. Thank you for bearing with me! I have two great episodes coming up. One w…

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REPLAY: Change Your Morning, Change Your Life 15:06

3M ago15:06

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As we approach the summer, it’s a time for reflection on both the successes and challenges, including in your wellness routines across the board. If your morning routine isn’t something you’re evaluating as we move into the summer, I urge you to consider giving it some thought. Whether you choose to move your body, meditate or savor your coffee whi…

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S4 | E17 Expert Spotlight: Roxanne Francis, Psychotherapist 49:22

3M ago49:22

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Roxanne Francis is the founder and CEO of Francis Psychotherapy where the team of therapists provides virtual and in-person mental health, emotional and relationship support to kids, individuals, couples and families across Ontario. Roxanne is also a corporate wellness consultant, keynote speaker and coach to other therapists across the country. To…

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Caring for our Postpartum Selves, Detachment and Truth Seeking with Natalie Zima 56:58

2M ago56:58

56:58

Join me and Natalie Zima (@NatlieZimaa on IG) as we chat about motherhood. From one mama (me) with 10 years of experience a younger mama who is in the trenches of figuring out motherhood now - we discuss everything from following intuition, marriage struggles in the transition into parenting, detaching from the world, fighting how the world says pa…

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ADHD hacks with William Curb 16:59

3M ago16:59

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When William Curb learned he had ADHD (and wasn’t just lazy), he felt empowered to build coping skills. Now, he hosts the Hacking Your ADHD podcast where he talks about ADHD supports, workarounds, and more. In this bonus episode, host Laura Key and William talk about ADHD and emotions and his favorite ADHD hacks. Related resources William’s podcast…

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Ep. 126: Breaking Free From Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms with Melanie Ann Layer 26:54

2M ago26:54

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It’s so easy to become overwhelmed by life’s problems. We can do deep dives into trying to uncover perfect solutions to our biggest problems, only to realize the solution is even more complicated than the problem itself. During today’s Part 2 conversations with Melanie Ann Layer, the Alpha Femme, she shares with us how learning to simplify our copi…

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Babywearing Science: Health, Cognitive, and Emotional Benefits for Baby and Mama 7:53

3M ago7:53

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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Babywearing Science: Health, Cognitive, and Emotional Benefits for Baby and Mama In this video, Jess from Modern Nurture delves into the fascinating world of babywearing. Jess shares insightful research on how babywearing benefits both parents and infants, including increased maternal res…