Modern Mom Probs

As parents, we often want to shield our children from the realities of the world, but it's ultimately impossible to do so. When children do hear about the news, it's important to have open and honest conversations with them. In this episode of the "Modern Mom Probs" podcast, Tara interviews Tracy Leeds Kaplan, the founder of Small But Mighty Media and creator of the popular podcast "The Ten News," about how to talk with children about the news. They discuss the importance of age-appropriate news sources for kids, the challenges of discussing sensitive topics, and the need for giving yourself space to be emotional. They also touch on the challenges of parenting in the digital age and finding time for family discussions. Tracy emphasizes the importance of listening and using age-appropriate language when discussing heavy news topics with kids.If you’ve ever been at a loss for words, listen to this episode. Links:https://www.thetennews.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ten-news-news-for-curious-kids/id1514325670https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-grown-ups-how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-gun-violence/id1514325670?i=1000607581233Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you snuggle up on the couch to watch a good true crime documentary? Do you love to hear about the latest heist or unsolved case? Well, you're not alone! In this episode of Modern Mom Probs, Tara interviews Gretchen and Tabitha, relatable, funny moms and hosts of the popular "Housewives of True Crime" podcast. Gretchen and Tabitha share their perspective on why moms love true crime stories, why they're so fascinating, and how they can be empowering. They also share personal experiences and tips for being aware of your surroundings and taking precautions to stay safe. The Housewives of True Crime share some hilarious stories about their favorite true crime cases, including a woman running an escort service out of her Zumba studio. It's amazing how they can find humor in even the darkest stories.So why not join in on the mystery and intrigue? Check out this episode for your true crime fix. Who knows, you might even learn a thing or two about staying safe in the process.Links:https://www.housewivesoftruecrime.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/housewives-of-true-crime/id1458816958Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why is talking about money and spending so taboo?On this Modern Mom Probs episode, Tara interviews Megan Dwyer, a certified financial planner and host of the Money Isn't Scary podcast. The conversation centers around the importance of being intentional with spending and understanding the behavioral aspects behind it. They also discuss the challenges faced by mothers and women in general when it comes to managing their finances, including the need to reflect on one's values and priorities. The episode emphasizes the importance of breaking generational patterns and challenging the scarcity mindset, as well as the need for more conversations around money to empower individuals to get paid what they're worth.If you’ve ever bought something and then felt guilty afterwards, you should listen to this episode.Links:https://moneyisntscary.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-isnt-scary-money-mindset-money-anxiety-intentional/id1542792192Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is that a hot flash? Why does my brain feel foggy? Why don’t I feel like myself anymore?Tara and board certified psychiatrist Dr. Judith Joseph discuss menopause and its effects on mental health. Dr. Judith dispels myths about menopause and emphasizes the importance of educating oneself about its symptoms and effects. They discuss the link between menopause and mood changes, cognitive ability, and sleep patterns. Dr. Judith provides her 5 V’s strategy for protecting mental health during menopause, including validation, venting, values, vitals, and vision. They also discuss the stigma and shame surrounding menopause and the need for open communication and community support. Finally, Dr. Judith discusses her content creation process and finding inspiration from her clinical experience.If you’re approaching that age or are already in it, you should listen to this episode!Links:https://www.instagram.com/drjudithjoseph/https://judithjosephmd.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, Tara interviews Terri Fry, a business consultant and founder of the Mom Like That podcast, about creating a business plan for content creators that extends beyond social media. They discuss the importance of understanding the full landscape of a business, setting goals that align with the business's objectives, and not fixating on visible goals, such as follower count or video views, that don't measure up to the key things that will move the needle towards your business goals. Terri emphasizes the importance of having a strategy in place for your business and social pages, regardless of the number of followers you have on social media, and advises content creators to set realistic goals and readjust them as needed. They also discuss the value of seeking help and having open conversations with other content creators to get valuable advice.If you’re an aspiring content creator (or an established one just winging it), you should listen to this episode!Links:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-like-that/id1438325544https://www.instagram.com/momlikethatpodcastSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Tara talks with her long-time friend, author and content creator, Linda Fruits about her new book, "The Mom Life: The Sweet, the Bitter, and the Bittersweet Fruits of Motherhood." Linda is a relatable mom with a big sense of humor and a big heart, and her book is a gorgeous, incredible reflection of her amazing soul. In this life-affirming conversation, they discuss Linda's journey as a mom, as a creator, and they discuss the inspiration behind her book. They also talk about the power of saying "no" as a mom and the importance of self-care and setting boundaries, especially during the postpartum period. The conversation highlights the unique and unconventional ways that people can create families and support each other in their journeys to parenthood, and they explore Linda's experience of coming to terms with her sexuality. In this heartfelt conversation amongst friends, Tara and Linda highlight the challenges and triumphs of motherhood, including the pressure to breastfeed and the importance of being present, flexible, and the value of being open to learning and growing as a parent.If you ever needed a friend to help you navigate the #momlife, you should listen to this episode!Links:https://fruitsofmotherhood.com/https://www.instagram.com/fruitsofmotherhood“The Mom Life: The Sweet, the Bitter, and the Bittersweet Fruits of Motherhood” is now available wherever books are sold online: https://amzn.to/3yPuifISupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it mean to be your authentic self? It’s a term that gets thrown around a lot on social media. Tune in to this Modern Mom Probs episode with Tara Clark and Iesha Madden to learn how to identify your core values, passions, and how to create a space for others to share their stories. Iesha encourages people to ask themselves the hard questions and to put forward what they are passionate about, even if it feels scary. Tara and Iesha discuss the importance of women supporting women and how being one’s authentic self can lead to personal development. They also discuss the concept of people-pleasing and how it can be detrimental to our wellbeing. Learn how to set attainable goals and follow your values to become the person you strive to be!Links:https://www.instagram.com/morethanamamaseries/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever wished that children came with a parenting road map? Yeah, us too!New York Times best-selling author, international speaker, and Oprah-endorsed conscious parenting expert Dr. Shefali joins the show to discuss her new book The Parenting Map: Step-by-Step Solutions to Consciously Create the Ultimate Parent-Child Relationship. In this conversation, Dr. Shefali shares concepts on how to live in the present as parents and exist in a state of “what is, not what if.” She explores “parenting as a sport” and how to integrate conscious parenting to eliminate that phenomenon. If you ever wanted to bring your relationship with your child from conflict to connection, then you should listen to this episode.Links:https://www.drshefali.com/Support the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sara Petersen, author of Momfluenced: Inside the Maddening, Picture-perfect World of Mommy Influencer Culture joins the show to share her sharp observations on this shiny world. In this candid conversation, Sara and Tara discuss how mommy influencer culture impacts women psychologically as consumers, as performers and as mothers. They both share their personal experiences of being influenced and offer strategies on becoming more aware of the messaging. This conversation will leave you thinking of how to define motherhood for yourself without letting a narrative determine it for you. If you ever went down a social media rabbit hole or said “Instagram made me buy it,” you should listen to this episode. Links:http://sara-petersen.com/Momfluenced: Inside the Maddening, Picture-Perfect World of Mommy Influencer Culture: https://amzn.to/40YABdLSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Popular writer Kathryn Jezer-Morton joins the show to explore the concepts of affordable child care, wellness, and social media narrative. Kathryn writes Brooding, a column about family life for The Cut and does research on momfluencers, and digital culture's influence on domestic space. In this timely, thought-provoking conversation, Tara and Kathryn explore “what would get people interested enough to talk about the need for affordable child care?” Could the solution be correlating it with wellness? If so, how could prominent people be interested enough to use their platform to raise awareness for it?Kathryn shares how “the narrative about taking care of ourselves has to evolve into a narrative about taking care of one another.”If you’d like to hear how day care can make the world more tender, listen to this episode.Links:https://www.thekjm.com/https://www.thecut.com/tags/brooding/https://www.thecut.com/2023/01/affordable-child-care-as-collective-wellness.htmlSupport the show Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs Pick up my book Check out modernmomprobs Shout out to Citizens of Sound Leave a review Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.