Learning To Mom ® Motherhood Podcast for First Time Moms, New Moms and Expecting Mothers

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  Why Your Toddler Suddenly Became a Picky Eater (and What to Do) with the Mini Me Dietitian | Ep. 152 27.07.2026 35分

  This week we're joined AGAIN by registered dietitian Kathy, the Mini Me Dietitian, to unpack how little ones actually build their relationship with food, when real picky eating starts, and what to do about it. In this episode, we get into: What most parents don't realize about how kids learn to eatWhy "picky" gets slapped on toddlers way too earlyWhat's really happening in your kid's body after the first birthdayWhat to do when a great eater suddenly gets selectiveWhen your little one only ea...
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  You Don't Find Your Village, You Build It | Ep. 151 20.07.2026 26分

  Ever been in a room full of people and still felt completely, achingly alone? This week it's just me, sharing how I built my village from absolute zero (I was the first of all my friends to become a mom), why it sometimes feels more like a burden than a blessing, and how to actually create the community you're craving. In this episode, I get into: Why motherhood feels so lonely Redefining what a "village" even isThe secret nobody tells you: you don't FIND a village, you build oneHow to b...
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  Your Cycle Isn't a Curse: How to Work WITH Your Cycle in Every Phase with Flo Moynihan | Ep. 150 13.07.2026 43分

  In this episode, Flo Moynihan, the Catholic Nutritionist, walks us through cycle syncing in the most practical, doable way! We go phase by phase and break down what to eat, how to move, and even how to plan your week around where you're at, so you can work WITH your body instead of fighting it. We also get into the red flags most women are never taught to notice, the symptoms that are actually your body asking for help, and why so much of your relationship with your cycle traces straight bac...
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  Why Your Kid Is Wired the Way They Are and How to Parent Their Temperament with Dr. Danielle Dick | Ep. 149 06.07.2026 39分

  Behavioral geneticist Dr. Danielle Dick (author of The Child Code) breaks down your child's temperament and how to actually parent the kid you've got. In this episode, we get into: Why your child's behavior is NOT a reflection of your parentingThe roughly 50/50 split between genes and environment, and what it means for youThe "three E's" of temperament: extroversion, emotionality, and effortful controlThe real difference between a shy kid and an introverted kid"Goodness of fit," and how to se...
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  My Whole Nontoxic Story and the Top Swaps We Use In Our Home (Including the Free Ones!) | Ep. 148 29.06.2026 41分

  Don't roll your eyes because this is NOT the kind of episode where you're gonna be guilt tripped. This week it's just me telling you the WHOLE story of how I actually got into non-toxic living , plus my favorite swaps we use in our home. AND the things we do that cost ZERO money. In this episode, I'm getting into: Where my passion for clean living ACTUALLY startedHow years of acne taught me that my body responds to its inputsThe baby acne + dairy allergy season that changed everyt...
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  Toddler Milestones (12-24 months): What's Normal, What's a Red Flag, and When to Stop "Waiting and Seeing" with Tots on Target | Ep. 147 22.06.2026 43分

  If you've ever sat at a well check, brought up a concern about your toddler, and been told to just "wait and see"... this episode is for YOU. Allison is a pediatric physical therapist (and a mom of four who had four kids in five and a half years, so she GETS it), and she is breaking down exactly what your 12 to 24 month old should be doing, when, and how to tell the difference between a kid developing on their own timeline and an actual red flag worth chasing down. But the part that gave me c...
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  Why 88% of Moms Experience Mom Rage, and What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You with Postpartum Care USA | Ep. 146 15.06.2026 44分

  Whether you've whispered "what is wrong with me" after snapping over a spilled sippy cup, or you've been told it's "just hormones" one too many times, this episode is going to make you feel SO seen. Stacia Scott, nurse practitioner and founder of Postpartum Care USA, is back for round two, and she's bringing data from more postpartum moms than any clinic in the world: 88.2% of them experience mom rage. The best part? Rage is a signal from a depleted body, and once you know what it's signaling...
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  The Crib to Bed Transition: When to Do It, How to Do It, and What No One Warns You About with Awesome Little Sleepers | Ep. 145 08.06.2026 35分

  What happens when your toddler climbs out of the crib or when you're ready to move them into a "big kid bed"? In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Burke, founder of Awesome Little Sleepers and creator of the REST Method, to talk about the transition no one prepares you for: moving your child from the crib to a big kid bed. If you've got a toddler who's started leaving their room, calling for "one more hug," asking for water like a tiny dehydrated philosopher, or who suddenly stoppe...
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  How I’m Preparing for My Second Natural Birth with Baby #3 | Ep. 144 01.06.2026 38分

  Whether you're a first time mom feeling overwhelmed or a seasoned mom gearing up for another round, this episode is a peek into exactly how I'm preparing for my second natural birth with baby #3. From physical to mental, spiritual to postpartum prep, I'm walking you through everything I'm doing this time around!! A heads up before you press play: this is not a checklist. You don't have to do every single thing I'm doing. But if even one piece of this episode lights a fire under you to a...
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  Your Toddler Isn’t Giving You a Hard Time, They’re Having a Hard Time with Transforming Toddlerhood | Ep. 143 25.05.2026 44分

  This episode is going to give you so much more clarity, compassion, and confidence. In this episode, we’re talking about what’s really going on beneath toddler behavior, and how we can BEST respond. In this episode, we cover: A breakdown of the Transforming Toddlerhood's parenting approach The biggest misconceptions parents have about toddlers What’s actually happening in a toddler’s brain during meltdowns and big emotions The physical, emotional, and s...
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  How to Raise Kids to Have a Healthy Relationship with Food (Without Pressure or Power Struggles) with Kids Eat In Color | Ep. 142 18.05.2026 50分

  How we talk about food, model it and the environment we create around it all impacts our children's relationship with food! In this episode, I’m joined by Kids Eat In Color to break down what a healthy relationship with food actually looks like and how to approach meals and snacks without pressure, bribing, or power struggles. In this episode, we cover: What a healthy relationship with food really looks likeHow to approach snacks and whether they help or hurt appetite How to build balanc...
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  Are You Doing Play “Right”? What Toddlers Actually Need to Learn & Develop with Tania Johnson (Institute of Child Psychology) | Ep. 141 11.05.2026 30分

  If you’ve ever questioned whether your child is getting enough play, the right kind of play, or if you should be doing more, this episode is going to take a huge weight off your shoulders. In this episode, we break down what actually matters when it comes to play in the toddler years, so you can stop overthinking it and start feeling confident in what you’re already doing! In this episode, we cover: What “play” really looks like for 12–24 month olds Why play is critical for b...
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  Why Kids Should Be Barefoot More (and What to Know About Barefoot Shoes) with Andy Bryant | Ep. 140 04.05.2026 46分

  DIVING DEEP into something most parents never think twice about… but definitely should: The shoes you put on your kid's feet are affecting their brain development, posture, and even how they move for the rest of their life. 👀 In this episode, I’m joined by Andy Bryant to break down why being barefoot matters, what’s actually happening in your child’s feet when they walk, and how the wrong shoes can quietly work against their development. If you’ve ever grabbed a cute pair of toddler shoes w...
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  How to Potty Train Your Toddler (12-24 Months) with Elimination Communication with Andrea Olson from Go Diaper Free | Ep. 139 27.04.2026 45分

  If you're interested in "early potty training" this is the episode you want to listen to! In this episode, we cover: What elimination communication (EC) actually isThe benefits of starting potty learning earlierThe difference between full-time vs. part-time Elimination CommunicationHow to start elimination communication with a toddler (12–24 months)What the “wrap up” phase looks likeWhen and how to transition out of diapersCommon myths about elimination communication (and what’s actually tru...
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  Mom Overstimulation: Why You Feel So Triggered (and How to Handle It) with Alexis Adams | Ep. 138 20.04.2026 38分

  If you’ve ever felt like the noise, the mess, the constant needs of motherhood, are too much... listen in, this episode is for you! We’re talking all about mom overstimulation with Alexis Adams, founder of Confidently Therapy. Feeling overstimulated is something that we all experience and it doesn’t mean you’re a bad mom it means you’re a mom! In this episode we cover: What’s physically happening in your body when you feel overstimulated Why moms today may experience more ove...
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  How Early Childhood Shapes Your Child’s Brain & Emotional Health with Eat Play Say | Ep. 137 13.04.2026 39分

  This episode breaks down how the early years SHAPE the brain without the fear based parenting messaging. We talk about how a child's brain is built through relationships, play, and emotional experiences, and why your presence matters more than perfection. From handling big toddler emotions, to supporting kids who aren’t talking yet, to understanding how your own stress impacts your child’s nervous system, this conversation helps moms focus on what truly makes a lifelong difference. In this ep...
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  Car Seat Safety 101: When to Forward Face, How to Choose the Right One & Mistakes to Avoid with Michelle Pratt from Safe In The Seat | Ep. 136 06.04.2026 46分

  if you have a child aged 0 months to 12 years old, this episode is for you! Between different types of seats, confusing guidelines, and your parents or in-laws constantly asking you, "when can they be forward facing?" it's a lot. In this episode, I’m joined by Michelle Pratt from Safe in the Seat to break down car seat safety in a way that actually makes sense. We’re covering exactly how to choose the right car seat for your child, when to make transitions, and the most common mistakes parent...
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  Gut Health in Kids: Antibiotics, Parasites, Microbiome Red Flags & What Parents Can Do with Dr. Song | Ep. 135 30.03.2026 38分

  Every single parent needs to listen to this episode!!! CLICK PLAY and listen all the way through. My word, jaw dropping stuff!!! We talk about the gut microbiome, common disruptions like antibiotics and parasites, and simple ways to help kids thrive from the inside out. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting advice about toddler nutrition or gut health, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with practical tips to support your child’s gut naturally, understand warning signs, and fe...
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  Faith, Motherhood, and Finding Peace in the Chaos | Ep. 134 23.03.2026 38分

  In this solo episode, I’m sharing a more personal side of my story and talking about something I don’t discuss often on the podcast: my faith. If you’ve been listening for a while, you know I’m a devout Catholic and my relationship with the Lord has deeply shaped how I experience motherhood. Especially in the moments that feel messy, exhausting, or overwhelming. Today we’re talking about why modern motherhood often feels so chaotic, the pressure to control every detail of parenting, and why t...
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  How to Afford to be a Stay at Home Mom with Mammas On A Budget | Ep. 133 16.03.2026 45分

  In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the real numbers, real strategies, and real mindset shifts that make one-income living doable, even in today’s economy! I’m joined by Mammas On A Budget to talk through what their family budget actually looks like on one income, how to reduce financial stress without feeling restricted, and practical ways moms can bring in extra money without taking on a full second job. This conversation is not about extreme frugality or deprivation. It’s about intenti...