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No Guilt Mom | Overcoming Mom Guilt, Parenting Tips, & Self Care for Moms

No Guilt Mom | Overcoming Mom Guilt, Parenting Tips, & Self Care for Moms

Author: JoAnn Crohn - Mom Coach & Support for Overwhelmed Moms

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Feeling overwhelmed as a mom? Tired of doing everything for your kids and wish… just wish… someone would step in to help you out? Welcome to the No Guilt Mom parenting podcast hosted by author, teacher & parenting coach JoAnn Crohn, M.Ed and co-host parenting coach & educator, Brie Tucker. Every Tuesday & Thursday, we give you practical advice for moms and positive parenting tips - all without the shame and guilt. 

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Mom guilt happens to every mom. In this episode, JoAnn sits down with Holly Swenson—nurse, author, and mom coach—to explore the wake-up call that comes when your body forces you to stop. If you're an overwhelmed mom dealing with burnout and mom guilt, this conversation offers practical parenting tips and compassionate mom help to reclaim your energy and joy. Holly shares her powerful story of being hospitalized while parenting four kids under four and how she learned to reset without guilt. Discover the subtle signs your body gives before reaching a breaking point, why moms struggle to ask for the support they need, and how guilt often keeps parents trapped in survival mode. This episode also explores the difference between taking meaningful breaks and quick self-care moments when time is scarce. Learn practical strategies for nervous system regulation, grounding practices, and emotional awareness that can help reset your well-being even with no extra support. Resources Mentioned:Stop, Drop, Grow & Glow by Holly Swenson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What happens when you become a mom… and you don’t want to give up the parts of you that make you feel alive? Especially when you feel the weight of mom guilt? In this episode, JoAnn and Brie sit down with Emily Harrington—world-renowned rock climber, North Face athlete, and mom—who shares what it really looks like to pursue big goals, recover after a scary setback, and reshape your identity after becoming a parent.You’ll hear why motherhood didn’t make Emily “stop”… but it did change what felt worth it—and how that shift actually brought her more peace than she expected.In this episode, we talk about:What it’s like to climb El Capitan in a day (and how you fuel for a 24-hour push)The terrifying fall that sent Emily to the hospital—and how she rebuilt trust in herself afterwardThe mindset red flags she noticed before the accident (and what we can learn from them)Climbing through pregnancy—and the “random stupid comments” people love to makeWhy becoming a mom changed Emily’s relationship to risk (and why that’s not a loss)The surprising freedom that comes from letting your goals evolveThe power of mentors: “You have to see it to be it”How to keep your passion and your family life—without feeling like you have to chooseMentioned in this episode:Emily’s film “Girl Climber” (currently available to rent on Jolt; streaming more widely next year) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ready to boost mom happiness? Science-backed tips you can apply now. If the word “happy” feels more like a goal than a daily reality right now, this episode is going to land right where you need it. I’m joined by Tia Graham—leadership coach, positive psychology expert, author of Be a Happy Leader, and someone who has spent years studying the actual science behind what makes us feel happier. And yes… moms can absolutely use this research to feel more joy, more calm, and more fulfillment in their everyday lives.We dig into everything from genetics (turns out happiness is far more inherited than you think!) to the environments we’re raising our kids in, to the small, simple practices that actually move the needle on wellbeing.Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, craving more meaning, or just wanting to feel more like yourself, this conversation offers such grounded hope.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why up to 70% of your happiness is influenced by genetics—and why that means you deserve WAY more compassion (not more pressure).How your environment—from work demands to lack of societal support—shapes your wellbeing, and why your struggles are not personal failures.A powerful “12 months from now” exercise to help you reimagine your life and priorities with more clarity and less guilt.The #1 predictor of happiness according to neuroscience (hint: your kids can’t fill this bucket on their own!).How to spot habits that drain your joy, even the subtle ones you don’t realize you’re doing out of routine or “shoulds.”Why journaling & meditation are scientifically backed tools for processing emotions, increasing resilience, and helping your brain rewire toward more positive thought patterns.How to realign your calendar with your actual values, so your schedule supports the life you want—not the one you inherited from shoulds, guilt, or overwhelm.Resources We Shared30 Self Care Practices from Tia: https://www.tiagraham.com/selfcareLearn more about Tia here: www.tiagraham.comDownload the No Guilt Mom Stop Doing Checklist: https://www.balanceformoms.com/opt-in-stop-doing-checklist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is technology helping or quietly shaping you as a mom? Parenting tips to reset your tech habit. We're joined by Amanda Hess, writer at large for The New York Times and author of Second Life: Having a Child in the Digital Age. Amanda shares how pregnancy apps, tracking tools, and hyper-targeted ads didn’t just “support” her— they started defining what kind of mom she thought she was supposed to be. From fertility tracking and bump apps to baby monitors, sleep trackers, and Life360-style teen surveillance, we unpack the subtle ways tech feeds anxiety, perfectionism, and the pressure to “optimize” everything… including our kids. In this episode, you’ll hear: How one pregnancy app quietly shifted Amanda from “this is helpful” to “this is telling me who my baby should be”—and why that mattered when her son’s diagnosis didn’t match the glossy digital version. What happens when your phone knows your pregnancy before your friends do, and how targeted ads start shaping your identity as a mom before your baby is even born. The hidden emotional cost of baby and teen surveillance tech (like smart socks and location tracking apps) and why they create more anxiety than actual safety. Simple mindset shifts to reclaim your intuition in a tech-saturated world, so your phone becomes a tool—not the authority on your parenting. Resources We SharedGrab Amanda's book Second Life: Having A Child In The Digital Age: hFollow Amanda on InstagramGrab our FREE Stop Doing Checklist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
If dinner at your house looks like one kid eating plain noodles, another living on beige food, and you wondering why you even bothered cooking… this episode is for you. I’m joined by registered dietitian Sarah Schlichter of Bucket List Tummy to talk about picky eating, pressure at the table, and why so many of us feel like we’re failing if our kids don’t touch the veggies we lovingly chopped. We chat about how our 90s “boxed and canned” childhoods impact the way we feed our own kids now, how social media adds a whole layer of mom-pressure, and what realistic, actually doable changes you can make to help your kids feel safer trying new foods—without turning dinner into a battle. What the “beige diet” really is (and why it’s so common, even in good, loving homes). In this episode, you’ll hear: The simple mindset shift that can instantly lower the pressure you feel at mealtimes. One tiny tweak to how you serve dinner that gives kids more autonomy and makes them more likely to explore new foods. How to use “safe foods” and curiosity to gently expand your child’s palate over time (without bribing, begging, or bargaining for “just one bite”). Resources We Shared: Download Sarah's freebie for 5 easy family meal recipes Visit Sarah at Bucket List Tummy Grab our FREE Stop Doing Checklist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
If your grocery total makes you cringe every single week — and you’re constantly tossing slimy lettuce or moldy berries — this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale. I’m talking with Amy Cross, urban homesteader and founder of The Cross Legacy, who feeds her family mostly organic, whole foods… on just $270 a month for two people — and only shops every three to four weeks. 😳 She’s the creator of the viral “strawberries in a jar” method and literally wrote the book on making produce last longer: Zero Waste Produce Guide. In this conversation, she walks us through simple, doable changes that help busy moms save money, waste less food, and make dinner feel less like a daily emergency. Key Takeaways for Moms You don’t need natural meal-planning talent to save money. A few tiny shifts (wash produce, store smarter, batch one meal) can change everything. Teaching kids to cook isn’t about doing it perfectly — it’s about stepping back. Packaged foods don’t make you a bad mom; you can layer in fresh foods at your pace. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Get the Stop Doing Checklist from No Guilt Mom Find Amy’s work at The Cross Legacy Check out her book: Zero Waste Produce Guide Watch Amy's weekly meal series on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hey Lola 💛 In this special Thanksgiving episode, I’m doing something a little different—I’m taking a TV show I’m obsessed with (All Her Fault on Peacock) and using one couple’s relationship to talk about something very real: 👉 Why it feels like your time is always interruptible 👉 Why you can’t relax when someone else is “on duty” with the kids 👉 And why asking for a break feels… weirdly guilty We’ll look at how this shows up in Jenny’s marriage in the series—and how the same patterns might be showing up in your life too. No big plot spoilers, just enough context to help you see your own story a little more clearly.. In this episode, you’ll hear: How one simple phone habit can quietly train everyone (including you) to treat your time as always available. The subtle way “helping out” with the kids can actually hide an uneven mental load—and what to do if you’re the one carrying most of it. Why exploding over “one small thing” is almost never about that one thing—and how to start setting boundaries before you hit that breaking point. Resources mentioned: ⁠All Her Fault on Peacock⁠ ⁠No Guilt Mom Podcast Facebook Group⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brie's farewell - for now - to the No Guilt Mom podcast community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
So many moms tell me they want to spend money on themselves… but the guilt hits hard. Maybe you worry you don’t “deserve” it. Maybe you fear someone will judge you (even though no one actually would). Or maybe you’re like Brie and me—an avoider at heart—convinced your bank account might bite. In this episode, we dig into all of it with money coach and creator of The Money Mom Club, Rachel Coons. She’s helped thousands of moms let go of guilt, build confidence with their finances, and learn how to save REAL money on groceries without clipping coupons or shopping five different stores. Her story—from four kids, pandemic life, and hundreds of thousands in debt, to saving $500 a month on groceries—will give you hope that feeling empowered with money really is possible. And yep… you’re allowed to spend on yourself along the way. HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: 1️⃣ Your Money Personality Shapes Your Behaviors (And It’s Not Your Fault) Rachel breaks down the four main money personalities: The Avoider (hi, it’s us 👋) The Scarcity Saver The Overspender The Money Mom Each one stems from your past experiences with money—often long before adulthood. When you understand why you react the way you do, you can finally shift out of guilt and into confidence. 2️⃣ The SHOP Method Can Save You $300–$600 a Month on Groceries Rachel’s signature system—SHOP—is surprisingly simple: S → Shop the Shelf You have more food than you think. Most families waste 30% of their groceries every month. Start by using what you already have. H → Have a Plan A spending plan, a shopping plan, and a simple meal plan (just 3–5 meals!). No perfection required. O → Order Skip the impulse buys and online order your groceries. Better yet, shop only every two weeks. You get back time, savings… and your weekends. P → Prepare Prep based on your real life. Busy night? Choose a crockpot or pre-made meal. Tired? Use frozen pizza. It all counts. This isn’t restriction. It’s support for your real-life season. 3️⃣ Guilt About Spending Usually Means You Don’t Feel in Control If spending makes you feel nervous, judged, or “irresponsible,” Rachel says it often comes down to uncertainty about where your money is going. When you know what’s covered—your bills, your savings, your investments—you can enjoy what’s left without carrying shame or second-guessing. Spending becomes aligned with your values instead of something you “shouldn’t” do. Resources shared in this episode: Money Mom Podcast Money Mom Club with Rachel Coons Subscribe to my newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Do you rotate between 14 water bottles, 9 abandoned hobbies, and a million tabs open—in your brain and your browser? Same. And no, you're not lazy… you might just have ADHD. This episode dives into the misunderstood world of ADHD in women with ADHD coach and author Meredith Carder. We’re talking late diagnoses, why your anxiety meds might not actually be helping, and the emotional exhaustion that comes from masking your symptoms and trying to be everything to everyone. If you've ever felt like a “hot-mess express” running on caffeine and chaos... buckle up.  You're about to feel seen. Resources We Shared: Learn all about Meredith here Want to keep the convo going? Come hang out with us in the FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast Community. Real talk, support, and zero mom guilt. Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Explore our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop filled with juicy parenting reads and guest favorites!  Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Love the show? Show it some love back by checking out our ah-maz-ing sponsors who help keep it all going, right here! Access the full episode transcript HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ever feel like you and your partner are speaking totally different languages when it comes to parenting? Whether it’s discipline, routines, or screen time, not being on the same page can leave you feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and ready to throw in the towel. In this episode, we’re joined by parenting expert Amy McCready, founder of Positive Parenting Solutions and creator of the 7-Step Parenting Success System. She’s also the author of two best-selling books and a mom of two grown sons—so she’s been there! We chat with Amy about: How to uncover the real issues behind parenting conflicts Why consistency is crucial—and how to actually get there as a team Tools to turn daily disagreements into a united front You’ll walk away with actionable tips to help you and your co-parent stop the power struggles and parent with more confidence (and a lot less stress). 🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward calmer, more connected parenting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ever silently begged your child to just try the mashed potatoes so Aunt Donna doesn’t take it personally (again)? If the thought of managing your kid’s picky eating and navigating the buffet of unsolicited opinions at holiday dinners makes you want to hide in the pantry with a bottle of gravy-this episode is your survival guide. We’re joined by Jordyn Koveleski Gorman, a licensed speech-language pathologist and feeding specialist (and mom of 3) who helps families handle selective eating without shame, stress, or bribing with cookies. She breaks down why holiday picky eating isn’t your fault, how to prep your kid and your relatives for the chaos of big meals, and why it’s totally OK to feed your kid a full lunch before Thanksgiving dinner. You’ll walk away with real talk, hilarious validation, and holiday picky eating tips for kids that actually work…no food fights, guilt trips, or side-eye from Grandma required. Resources We Shared: Grab the free Milestone Checklist for 0-36 months HERE Check out  Eat, Play, Say: https://www.eatplaysay.com/  Ready to ditch the chaos? Grab our FREE Stop Doing Checklist and start crossing things off your plate like a boss! Want to keep the convo going? Come hang out with us in the FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast Community—real talk, support, and zero mom guilt. Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Explore our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop filled with juicy parenting reads and guest favorites!  Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Love the show? Show it some love back by checking out our ah-maz-ing sponsors who help keep it all going—right here! Access the full episode transcript HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ever threaten to take away screen time… only to hand the iPad back 10 minutes later just so you can finish your coffee in peace? 🙋‍♀️ Been there, done that, bought the glitter sticker chart — and guess what? Still got meltdowns. If you’ve been asking yourself, “Why isn’t this working?!” When it comes to behavior, emotional outbursts, and your kid’s total refusal to put on shoes, this episode is for you. Clinical psychologist and author Dr. Doug Bolton joins us to break down why sticker charts, yelling, and bribery don’t fix the problem and what to do instead to help kids with emotional regulation and actually build resilience. You’ll learn why your kid’s “misbehavior” is really stressful behavior, how to manage your own adult meltdowns, and how to repair the relationship (without the guilt spiral). Bonus: there's a simple strategy for staying calm when your kid is blowing a whistle at full volume indoors. (Yes, really.) 🎧 Hit play to learn how to help kids with emotional regulation and maybe calm your own nervous system while you’re at it. Resources We Shared: Learn more about Doug Bolton, PhD HERE Grab his book, Untethered: Creating Connected Families, Schools and Communities to Build a Resilient Generation Snapped at your kid and instantly regretted it? Grab our FREE guide—3 Actions To Take After You Say Something You Regret—and reconnect in less than 17 seconds. Want to keep the convo going? Come hang out with us in the FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast Community, real talk, support, and zero mom guilt. Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Explore our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop filled with juicy parenting reads and guest favorites!  Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Love the show? Show it some love back by checking out our ah-maz-ing sponsors who help keep it all going, right here!Access the full episode transcript HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Think gossip is bad? Think again. In this powerful and hilarious chat, Tova Leigh, author of Good Girls Gossip, performer, and unapologetic truth-teller shows us why “gossip” used to mean female friendship, and how it became a weapon to silence women. From calling out online trolls to creating safe spaces for women to connect, Tova shares how reclaiming our voices (and our group chats) is actually a radical act of empowerment. If you’ve ever been told you talk too much, have too many opinions, or “shouldn’t say that out loud,” this one’s for you. Resources We Shared: Get our Stop Doing Checklist absolutely FREE, so you can start taking tasks off your plate today! Join our FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast group Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Check out our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop with recommended books and books from podcast guests HERE! Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Check out our favorite deals and discounts from our amazing sponsors here!Access the transcripts HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
You asked them to put on their shoes for the fifth time… someone’s crying, someone’s chasing the dog with a sock, and suddenly—you snap. You yell. And now you’re left feeling awful, googling “How to fix emotional damage in 3 minutes or less.” You’re not a bad mom- you’re a real one. This episode is your lifeline after a blow-up. You’ll learn the 3-step strategy to repair the connection (without the awkward “sooo… you want ice cream?”), how to stop the guilt spiral before it swallows you, and why one moment doesn’t define your parenting. Messy moments happen. It’s what you do after that matters. Resources We Shared: Want fewer meltdowns and more magic this season? Join our free Happy Holidays, Happier Kids Challenge. 3 days to calmer kids and a more joyful home, happening Nov. 10–12th! Grab your spot now! > https://www.balanceformoms.com/holiday-challenge Want to keep the convo going? Come hang out with us in the FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast Community. Real talk, support, and zero mom guilt. Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Explore our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop filled with juicy parenting reads and guest favorites!  Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Love the show? Show it some love back by checking out our ah-maz-ing sponsors who help keep it all going > https://www.noguiltmom.com/sponsors/ Access the full episode transcript HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What if motherhood didn’t have to feel like a never-ending to-do list? In this down to earth conversation, author and mom of three Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt shares how she’s learning to quiet negative self-talk, redefine control as an oldest child, and find peace amid the chaos of parenting.  From her daily Transcendental Meditation practice to the healing power of animals (and her new children’s book Kat and Brandy), this episode is a reminder that motherhood isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence, self-compassion, and bravery. Resources: Want fewer meltdowns and more magic this season? Join our free Happy Holidays, Happier Kids Challenge—3 days to calmer kids and a more joyful home, happening Nov. 10–12th! Grab your spot now! Want to keep the convo going? Come hang out with us in the FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast Community—real talk, support, and zero mom guilt. Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Explore our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop filled with juicy parenting reads and guest favorites!  Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Love the show? Show it some love back by checking out our ah-maz-ing sponsors who help keep it all going—right here! Access the full episode transcript HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ever feel like you’re sprinting through life with no finish line in sight? You’re not alone. In this powerful conversation, Amanda Goetz, two-time founder, four-time CMO, and author of Toxic Grit: How to Have It All and Actually Love What You Have, breaks down why so many moms fall into “hustle without intention.” She shares how to recognize when you’re running on empty, the 10 “characters” that define your daily roles, and why giving yourself permission to rest doesn’t make you lazy—it makes you whole. If you’ve been stuck in survival mode, this episode will help you rewrite your script and finally feel like you again. Resources: Want fewer meltdowns and more magic this season? Join our free Happy Holidays, Happier Kids Challenge—3 days to calmer kids and a more joyful home, happening Nov. 10–12th! Grab your spot now! Want to keep the convo going? Come hang out with us in the FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast Community—real talk, support, and zero mom guilt. Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Explore our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop filled with juicy parenting reads and guest favorites!  Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Love the show? Show it some love back by checking out our ah-maz-ing sponsors who help keep it all going—right here! Access the full episode transcript HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feeling guilty every time you hand your kid a tablet? You’re not alone. In this refreshingly real conversation, we break down the shame spiral around kids and screens — and show you how to finally drop it for good. Because, believe it or not, the research on using gamification in education is incredibly positive. Our guest, Ash Brandin — better known online as The Gamer Educator and author of the bestselling book Power On: Managing Screen Time to Benefit the Whole Family — shares how parents can rethink “good” and “bad” screen time, set healthy boundaries, and even spot hidden learning moments in video games. Get ready to feel confident (and guilt-free!) about your family’s tech habits again. Resources We Shared: Want fewer meltdowns and more magic this season? Join our free Happy Holidays, Happier Kids Challenge—3 days to calmer kids and a more joyful home, happening Nov. 10–12th! Grab your spot now! Want to keep the convo going? Come hang out with us in the FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast Community—real talk, support, and zero mom guilt. Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Explore our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop filled with juicy parenting reads and guest favorites!  Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Love the show? Show it some love back by checking out our ah-maz-ing sponsors who help keep it all going—right here! Access the full episode transcript HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It starts with Halloween candy and ends with New Year’s burnout. Every year, moms go into the holidays with big dreams of “magic” — only to end up exhausted, frazzled, and running on leftover cookie crumbs. In this episode, we break down the five biggest wellness traps moms fall into between October and December — and how to escape them with simple, sanity-saving shifts. From saying “no” without guilt to reclaiming your sleep and your peace, this conversation will help you enjoy the holidays without losing yourself in the process. Because your peace isn’t optional—it’s essential. Resources We Shared: Want fewer meltdowns and more magic this season? Join our free Happy Holidays, Happier Kids Challenge—3 days to calmer kids and a more joyful home, happening Nov. 10–12th! Grab your spot now! Want to keep the convo going? Come hang out with us in the FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast Community—real talk, support, and zero mom guilt. Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Explore our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop filled with juicy parenting reads and guest favorites!  Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Love the show? Show it some love back by checking out our ah-maz-ing sponsors who help keep it all going—right here!Access the full episode transcript HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ever catch yourself criticizing your reflection and instantly regret it when your kid’s in earshot? You’re not alone, mama. In this empowering episode, we chat with our good friend, board-certified pediatrician and author Dr. Whitney Casares — founder of Modern Mommy Doc, spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics, and author of the new children’s book My One-of-a-Kind Body — shares how your own body talk shapes your child’s confidence. You’ll hear why BMI is outdated, how diet culture still sneaks into our homes, and the simple language shifts that help you raise kids who feel proud of their bodies — no matter their size. Listen in to discover how embracing body positivity for moms can transform how your kids see themselves — and finally help you silence that inner critic for good. Resources We Shared: Get My One-of-a-Kind Body HERE ⁠Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture by Virginia Sole Smith ⁠ Ready to ditch the chaos? Grab our FREE Stop Doing Checklist and start crossing things off your plate like a boss! Want to keep the convo going? Come hang out with us in the FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast Community—real talk, support, and zero mom guilt. Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Explore our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop filled with juicy parenting reads and guest favorites!  Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Love the show? Show it some love back by checking out our ah-maz-ing sponsors who help keep it all going—right here! Access the full episode transcript HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Yalda Tafazolizadeh

So useless,full of of ads

Mar 15th
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Alaina Silber

As a dietitian, this episode speaks to me!

Mar 3rd
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Elizabeth Hirst

Thank you, JoAnn and Brie, for this insightful podcast episode. Everyone can relate to this episode because we want someone we can go to talk about what is going on. Next time, my son wants to vent, I promise to be a good sounding board and "stay in the hole with him."

May 17th
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Elizabeth Hirst

Even as adults, we just want one person we can go to let us vent. Next time, my son comes to me with his problems, I will just be a good sounding board and offer a hug at the end of his vent. Thank you, JoAnn and Brie, for this insightful podcast.

May 17th
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Elizabeth Hirst

Even as adults, we just want one person we can go to let us vent. Next time, my son comes to me with his problems, I will just be a good sounding board and offer a hug at the end of his vent. Thank you, JoAnn and Brie, for this insightful podcast.

May 17th
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Marlo McDonald

I love JoAnn's personality and how friendly she is while making her content understandable, relatable, and doable. I enjoyed this interview with Bethany, with whom I was not familiar previously. Their conversational instruction is a breath of fresh air, as I have often viewed setting boundaries as difficult. I don't want to disappoint people, but I realize I am able to give more when my well-considered boundaries are in place first. Also, they don't have to be rigid and once-for-all, simply effective in this season. Thank you for this episode!

Dec 5th
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Elizabeth Hirst

No Guilt Mom is my favorite podcast! JoAnn and Brie are so delightful to listen to. They always sound like they are having so much fun. I love the guest speakers. Both JoAnn and Brie are experts and always provide sound and practical advice.

Dec 5th
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Katie Littlefield

Loved the info in this!!

Sep 23rd
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