Mother the Mother

125 - Navigating Life’s Changes with Astrology, Human Design, and Feng Shui Insights

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:33:32 +0000

In this episode of Mother the Mother, host McLean McGown and her guests explore the importance of finding balance and clarity amidst life’s ongoing changes. Drawing from ancient traditions like astrology, human design, and feng shui, they share practical tools for aligning your energy with the opportunities ahead. They also explore “planet for the year” insights and Astro-cartography’s influence on uncovering opportunities and navigating challenges.

McLean and her guests encourage listeners to embrace this period of transformation as a chance to reconnect with their purpose and foster deeper family connections. By reflecting on your family’s energetic blueprint, you can create a foundation of resilience and harmony. This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and step forward with renewed focus and intention as you navigate the road ahead.

Quotes:

● “I want to know what's up for people, what they most want, and then I figure out what tools in my toolbox will best support them.”

● “Mars is the planet of frustration, so it's a great time for us all to process healthy aggression and be mindful of how we're reacting to things.”

● “The more people we have oriented towards what you want to create rather than what you're afraid might happen, the faster we move into better, more exciting, more abundant, beautiful times.”

Timestamps:

[00:04] Exploring the Cosmic Trinity and Types Of Luck

[03:18] Feng Shui Tips for Bed Positioning and Better Energy

[06:23] Combining Astrology, Human Design, And Feng Shui

[09:50] Practical Astrology and Insights for Daily Life

[14:28] Numerology Predictions for The Year 2025

[16:06] Understanding Astro Cartography and Location Energy

[18:33] Living on Saturn Lines and Finding Balance

[20:15] Embracing the Future and The Golden Age Ahead

[25:30] Parenting Insights with Human Design Readings

[32:29] Managing Media Overload and Staying Positive

[34:15] Final Thoughts

Conclusion:

Self-awareness, nervous system regulation, and fostering a positive, forward-thinking mindset offer a clear path to thriving in the opportunities and challenges of the coming "golden age." These practices help individuals stay grounded and resilient while navigating rapid technological advancements and a world of increasing abundance. By approaching this era with clarity and balance, we can fully embrace its potential while maintaining our well-being. This combination of inner strength and optimism ensures we adapt gracefully to the changes ahead.

Amanda Barnett links

https://www.barneyandflow.com/

McLean McGown is a Motherhood Coach, Postpartum Doula, Miscarriage and Loss Doula, Birth Advocate, Lactation Educator Counselor, Certified Nutritionist, Yoga/Pilates Teacher, Reiki and Hypnosis Practitioner, Sound Bath and Frequency Guide. She uses many of her healing tools to help mothers and families heal and thrive.

For more information, please find her at https://stan.store/McLeanMcGown to schedule a discovery call.

Website: https://motherthemother.com/

Email: hello@motherthemother.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/McLean.McGown/

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124 - Stay Curious as You Parent Your Teen

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Mother the Mother, McLean reflects on the ever-evolving journey of parenthood, particularly the challenges of education and raising teenagers. Sharing her personal insights, McLean explores the balance between fostering independence in teens while providing guidance, encouraging parents to meet their children where they are while empowering them to grow into self-sufficient individuals.

The conversation touches on the importance of aligning educational choices with family values and remaining flexible when life calls for a pivot. McLean also emphasizes the role of manners and respect in parenting, highlighting how these foundational values shape children’s ability to navigate the world and build meaningful relationships. Through her candid reflections, McLean reminds listeners of the power of curiosity, adaptability, and an open-minded approach to parenting. This episode offers reassurance that the journey is unique for every family and provides a thoughtful space to consider what truly matters in raising well-rounded, resilient children.

Quotes:

● “If you have more than one child, your birth and pregnancy experiences are often different. You know how to ask for help and how to surrender on a deeper level. We learn as we go, and the same goes for being a mom of teenagers.”

● “Having clear boundaries and expectations is so healthy for our children. They want to know what the bounds are and what's out of bounds because that gives them a framework to push against—because that's what kids do.”

● “It's really important to track where your child is in their learning journey. We want our kids to love learning and be engaged with the world.”

Timestamps:

[00:03] Reflections on Parenting Challenges in 2024

[05:23] Balancing Independence and Support for Teenagers

[09:05] Insights into Diverse Educational Approaches for Kids

[16:12] Navigating Teenage Social Dynamics and School Life

[17:43] How Good Manners Help Kids Build Strong Connections

[20:48] Aligning Personal Values with Kids’ Educational Needs

[24:38] Flexibility and Adaptation as Keys to Better Parenting

[24:57] Why Community Support Matters in Raising Children

[25:32] Teaching Kids Respect and Manners

[25:51] Staying Open to Fresh Ideas in Parenting Strategies

Conclusion:

Parenthood is a constantly evolving experience that calls for flexibility and a readiness to adjust as needed. It requires parents to remain attentive and open to change, always keeping the child’s well-being and growth as the top priority. By adapting to challenges and staying focused on what truly matters, parents can provide the guidance and support their children need to thrive. This commitment ensures a nurturing and thoughtful approach to raising the next generation.

For more information, please find her at https://stan.store/McLeanMcGown to schedule a discovery call.

Website: https://motherthemother.com/

Email: hello@motherthemother.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/McLean.McGown/

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123 | A Mother’s daily practice of devoted alone time, changed her life with Paden Hughes

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 15:53:31 +0000

In this episode of Mother the Mother, McLean is joined by Paden Hughes as they share a conversation about embracing the unseen forces that guide us toward personal growth and fulfillment. Paden, a woman deeply connected to her spirit team and ancestral wisdom, reveals how she helps women clear karmic burdens and reconnect with their true selves. Her journey as a mother, entrepreneur, and spiritual seeker challenges us to question societal expectations and explore a path that honors intuition over external pressures

As they discuss the power of numerology, past lives, and manifestation, Paden and McLean encourage listeners to tap into their inner wisdom and trust the guidance of unseen allies. This episode is a call to step into your own role as an alchemist, turning stress and struggles into sources of empowerment and growth. Ready to embrace the magic within? Tune in and begin unlocking your potential today.

Quotes:

● “There are not enough mentors on Earth right now to handle the number of souls that are waking up. There has never been a moment in time where more Ascended Masters are incarnated on planet Earth.”

● “I have a very pronounced skeptic brain, and I've decided not to alienate it in my journey—just to allow it to be there.”

● “I was scared about my health. I had something so radical happen in my body, and as a borderline hypochondriac who's always on edge for what could possibly be wrong, it really got my attention.”

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introducing Paden Hughes

[02:08] Paden’s Tool for Clearing Energy and Spiritual Awakening

[04:50] Channeling 144 Charts for Spiritual Growth

[09:57] Spirit Teams and the Path to Ascension

[14:38] Personal Healing Through Past Lives and Ancestry

[19:15] Writing from Pain to Heal and Connect with Readers

[23:44] Balancing Motherhood with Personal Growth

[28:01] The Bridge Generation and Their Spiritual Role

[34:40] Manifesting Abundance and Believing in Flow

[45:31] Personality Insights and Collaborative Teaching Methods

[50:57] Live Course Details and Teaching Format Explained

[01:11:10] Closing Thoughts

Conclusion:

Spiritual awakening is a powerful process that requires guidance, making the need for more mentors even more crucial as more people experience this transformation. Connecting with one's intuition and spirit guides can provide valuable insights and direction during this journey. Additionally, clearing ancestral and karmic patterns plays a key role in personal growth, helping individuals move past limiting beliefs. With the right support and practices, people can navigate this path to greater self-awareness and fulfillment.

Paden Hughes Guest Links:

Paden is an intuitive life coach, energy healer, best-selling author, and founder of Liberated Lightworker, a channeled system for clearing karma and dense energies. She is also the host of her own podcast called 100% Woo Podcast. She has helped dozens of high powered, burned out career women step out of hustle and embrace a life of liberation and flow. Paden has worked with over 100 CEO’s, founders, influencers and professionals looking to optimize their performance by going beyond conventional, patriarchal wisdom and tap into their intuition and psychic gifts.After working with 7-9 figure business leaders in her 20’s as a business consultant, and then growing her own business (Gymnazo) to 7 figures by the age of 30, Paden face planted in her kitchen from chronic stress. The combination of running businesses and being a “good enough” mom to two kids under 4 was too much for her body to handle. And it got her attention by collapsing. This put her on a new trajectory of spiritual awakening and she started to take two hours a day to walk in nature and heal her higher performing, people pleaser, boss bitch masking. Slowly she started to remember who she was and who she came here to be, which turned out to be less about business and far more about magic.Spirituality was the missing link. Remembering the transformative power of feminine intuition and going back into her Celtic ancestral roots to unlock the gifts she was taught as a pastor’s kid to doubt. Paden is now dedicated to helping women remember their inner wise woman and teaches how to use intuition and tools like pendulums to unlock magic in our lives and businesses.

Website: https://padenhughes.com/

Link to book - https://padenhughes.com/mybook
Waitlist for Liberated Lightworker https://padenhughes.myflodesk.com/liberated-lightworker
Link to Sedona soul adventure - https://sedonasouladventures.com/
Link to book a Karmic Clearing session from me personally: https://calendly.com/paden-hughes/srt-karmic-clearing

padenhughes.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/padenhughes/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padenhughes/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/padenhughes/

Take Two: How a Simple Daily Habit Increased My Health, Wealth and Happiness: https://www.amazon.com/Take-Two-Simple-Increased-Happiness/dp/195704831X

For more information, please find her at https://stan.store/McLeanMcGown to schedule a discovery call.

Website: https://motherthemother.com/

Email: hello@motherthemother.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/McLean.McGown/

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122 | Mother The Mother Coaching: Encouraging Freedom & Empowerment in all phases of Life

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 12:00:04 +0000

In this episode of Mother the Mother, McLean McGown explores the struggles and triumphs of embracing a multifaceted life as a woman, mother, and entrepreneur. Do you feel torn between your diverse passions and society’s pressure to specialize? McLean shares her own journey of weaving together roles in yoga, nutrition, doula work, and hypnosis, proving that a rich and authentic life defies traditional labels.

At the core of her message is the importance of nervous system regulation and redefining freedom. McLean reminds us that true success isn’t just financial—it’s addressing the deeper challenges that keep us stuck in fear or indecision. She offers practical insights to help you step out of analysis paralysis and create a life that honors your talents and values. Through embodiment, clear communication, and seeing children as our greatest teachers, McLean inspires listeners to lead with intention and embrace their unique paths with confidence.

Quotes:

● “Everything that I do, teach, share, and support is based on your autonomy—your freedom to show up how you want to show up.”

● “If we're just a shell of ourselves, barely getting by, scraping through each day, not loving our lives, not feeling happy, content, or safe in our marriages and relationships, not being the mom we always dreamed of being, if we're yelling, feeling like a raw nerve, ready to blow up if one more thing happens—if we aren't nurturing ourselves, it spills out into everything.”

● “Our children are our greatest teachers, not just for the unique lessons they bring to us, which they do. It's also the opportunity to explore parts of ourselves that we haven't yet, that we didn't make space for, and possibly didn't even know were there.”

Timestamps:

[00:02] Balancing Multiple Roles While Defining Your Path

[03:34] Exploring the Continuum of Womanhood and Growth

[05:44] Why Nervous System Health Shapes True Fulfillment

[09:58] Achieving Financial Freedom Without Sacrificing Family

[10:18] Personalized Coaching as a Path to Deeper Healing

[13:06] How Couples Build Stronger Family Foundations

[17:18] Embodiment Practices for Sustainable Healing

[19:52] Lessons Children Teach Us About Growth and Change

[21:32] Viewing Life Transitions Through a Positive Lens

[23:22] Reaching Out and Embracing New Opportunities

Conclusion:

Providing holistic and personalized support is essential for women as they go through the many transitions of life, from motherhood to perimenopause and beyond. When care is comprehensive and compassionate, it empowers women to face these changes with strength and confidence. With the right support, women can fully embrace their potential and make meaningful contributions to their families, communities, and the world. Supporting women in this way benefits everyone and creates a stronger, more understanding society.

For more information, please find her at https://stan.store/McLeanMcGown to schedule a discovery call.

Website: https://motherthemother.com/

Email: hello@motherthemother.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/McLean.McGown/

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121 | Free To Be You And Me

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this powerful episode of Mother the Mother, McLean McGown takes a heartfelt look at what it means to truly be free in today’s challenging world. Reflecting on personal and collective experiences of trauma and constraint, she raises a profound question: What does freedom mean to you? Is it living authentically, free from societal expectations, or having the courage to follow your own path despite criticism?

Sharing her own journey of transformation, McLean explores the importance of reclaiming sovereignty and speaking your truth, even when it feels difficult. She encourages listeners to invest in their personal growth and healing, offering hope and guidance for becoming a source of light and strength for others during times of change. As the structures around us shift in the Aquarian Age, McLean’s message inspires us to embrace life’s uncertainties and create a reality that aligns with our deepest values.

Quotes:

● “If I'm not sharing my lived experience, if I'm not sharing my truth with you all, then you don't know how I can be of service to you.”

● “When I speak my truth, that's when I connect. That's when I connect on a soul level with the people I'm meant to be with.”

● “You've got to bet on yourself. You need to invest in yourself and truly believe, because you are your best instrument.”

Timestamps:

[00:02] Introduction

[00:15] Understanding Freedom as a Core Principle of Life

[03:30] Exploring the Aquarian Age and Global Transformation

[05:15] Finding Balance Between Control and Everyday Freedom

[07:42] Speaking Truth and Building Authentic Connections

[13:21] Supporting Women Through Life’s Transformative Seasons

[16:37] Embracing Bravery to Shine and Lead with Purpose

Conclusion:

Personal freedom and sovereignty are essential, especially in a world shaped by collective trauma and societal pressures. Embracing authenticity, standing firm in one’s truth, and committing to personal growth are powerful acts, even when met with resistance or judgment. Self-belief, combined with the support of a strong community, enables individuals to inspire and guide others facing similar challenges. By living with courage and purpose, we can foster greater freedom and fulfillment for ourselves and those around us.

For more information, please find her at https://stan.store/McLeanMcGown to schedule a discovery call.

Website: https://motherthemother.com/

Email: hello@motherthemother.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/McLean.McGown/

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120 | Herbalism for Motherhood with Marysia Miernowska

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this heartfelt episode of the Mother the Mother podcast, host McLean McGown welcomes herbalist and educator Marysia Miernowska for an intimate and empowering discussion. Marysia, deeply pregnant and radiant, shares the transformative wisdom she's cultivated as a mother, herbalist, and advocate for holistic healing. Together, they explore the tender intersections of pregnancy, postpartum care, and the nourishing role of plants in a mother’s journey.

This episode sheds light on critical topics like dismantling the cultural myths surrounding motherhood, embracing rest as a necessity, and the power of creating supportive postpartum systems. Marysia also provides actionable advice for incorporating herbalism into everyday life, from nourishing infusions to yoni steaming. For anyone seeking ways to reconnect with their body, the earth, and their community, Marysia's insights offer grounding and inspiration. Whether you’re a mother, aspiring herbalist, or simply curious, this episode invites you to reclaim your energy, honor your rhythms, and heal deeply.

Quotes:

● “We just have to honor who we are as women before we have children. Why should that part of us be erased?”

● “There’s an epidemic of postpartum depression, which I believe is deeply connected to the lack of cultural shared knowledge about the experience in all its messiness and beauty.”

● “Walking in the woods, nibbling on pine needles, and listening to the earth brought me back to vitality when I had lost it.”

Timestamps:

[00:02] Introduction and Shared Connection

[00:32] Marysia’s Reflections on Pregnancy at 37 Weeks

[03:03] The Cultural Myths and Realities of Motherhood

[12:35] The Importance of Postpartum Care and Traditions

[19:23] Herbal Nourishment with Nettles and Other Plants

[26:01] The Practice of Yoni Steaming for Womb Health

[34:08] Marysia’s Journey into Herbalism and Nature Reconnection

[42:00] Creating Sacred Ritual Products and Their Efficacy

[49:38] Details on the School of the Sacred Wild Programs

[52:22] Closing Reflections and Hopes for Postpartum

Conclusion:

Overcoming personal health challenges and reconnecting with nature marks the importance of honoring both the physical and spiritual aspects of a woman’s life. It’s essential to have open conversations about the struggles of motherhood and the postpartum experience, as well as to make cultural changes that better support mothers. Healing is not only possible, but essential, and by reconnecting with ourselves, each other, and the natural world, we can regain the strength and energy needed to navigate all stages of life.

Marysia Miernowska Guest Links:

Website: https://www.schoolofthesacredwild.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marysia_miernowska/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marysia.miernowska/

For more information, please find her at https://stan.store/McLeanMcGown to schedule a discovery call.

Website: https://motherthemother.com/

Email: hello@motherthemother.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/McLean.McGown/

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119 I Mother The Mother Podcast is back!

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:32:27 +0000

In this comeback episode of the Mother the Mother podcast, host McLean McGown reflects on her life-changing experience. She talks about how the difficulties of the pandemic caused her to reevaluate and come back with a fresh purpose, as well as how she has changed as a mother, woman, and mentor. This episode looks deeply into the complexities of modern motherhood, hormone fluctuations, and regulating the beginning and end of life.

What does it mean to live your truth in a society that silences you? From hormonal changes to cultural expectations, McLean examines the emotional burden women bear and how these pressures show themselves in relationships, family dynamics, and self-identity. Are you sick and tired of being swamped, humiliated, or silenced by outdated norms? McLean encourages you to reclaim your voices, face your anxieties, and accept the complexity of your paths. This episode provides insights to help you move through life's ever-changing seasons with conviction and grace through open conversations on perimenopause, parenting, and the strength of unity.

Quotes:

● “We all deserve, by simply being born, to live in freedom, use our voice, and follow our own moral code.”

● “Motherhood should unite us, not divide us. I’m here for unity, not clickbait or conflict.”

● “Our time is our most precious commodity. How we spend it shapes our lives and the legacy we leave.”

Timestamps:

[0:00] Introduction and Podcast Relaunch

[2:00] Living in Your Truth

[3:51] Motherhood and Modern Challenges

[4:31] Perimenopause, Menopause, and Hormonal Shifts

[6:00] Navigating New Areas of Motherhood

Conclusion:

This episode marks the beginning of a new chapter for Mother the Mother—a platform dedicated to fostering deep, meaningful conversations about the full spectrum of life, from birth to death. McLean invites you to join her in exploring the nuances of modern motherhood, the complexities of hormonal changes, and the courage to live authentically.

For more information, please find her at https://stan.store/McLeanMcGown to schedule a discovery call.

Website: https://motherthemother.com/

Email: hello@motherthemother.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/McLean.McGown/

My Favorite Products:

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Sacred Rituel – My favorite Facial Oil is the Sacred Serum and Rose Water Mist is a must. Use them together for top hydration. Divine!!

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118 | Podcast Pause

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000

In today's solo episode, McLean talks about going through the process of her own rebirth and mid-life awakening. Feeling at peace and untethered as she steps into the unknown. She talks about letting go of any attachments that need to fall away without demonizing them and just being aligned with what aligns with who you are today. Plus, McLean shares her thoughts about the podcast pause, expanding, rebranding, and coming back with a new version of herself. Finally, McLean is sending love to everyone going through their own journey of up-leveling and awakening.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Entering the Leo season and stepping up into our sovereignty
Traveling and coming back to Tennessee, McLean’s hometown
McLean going through her rebirth and mid-life awakening
Frequency medicine and fearlessly being in a new timeline
Trusting your own journey and letting go of any attachments that are holding you back
Taking a pause with the podcast and rebranding
Other ways you can work with McLean during her podcast pause

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This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

117 | Rebirth with Kenzie Burke

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode, McLean is joined by Kenzie Burke as they dive into Kenzie's journey of awakening and rebirth. Based in Malibu, California, Kenzie Burke is the founder of BRÛLÉ; a clothing line whose namesake stems from its definitional association with fire. For founder and designer Kenzie Burke, fire is the impetus from which artistry springs forth. After gaining acclaim in the health and wellness space, Kenzie burnt it down to launch her lifelong passion: a clothing line focused on bringing lasting taste into fashion. BRÛLÉ is where life emerges from ashes.

Kenzie previously managed a wellness social media account and created a podcast with more than 600,000 downloads. She also produced three health and wellness books and a superfood line of biodynamic coffee and cacao. However, in 2021, she disengaged from wellness and focused solely on fashion.

McLean was inspired by Kenzie’s pivot and wanted to have her on the show to be an authentic example of how to support yourself through massive change. Kenzie shares how and why she had to drop everything and what it felt like to deeply surrender in order to get back up and rebuild herself again.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Kenzie's rebirth and rebuilding herself in a new way
What attributed to her social media success
Awakening journey and the evolution from her old business
Having a sense of clarity and longevity with what career path to venture in
Enzyme cleanse, energy change, and coming back better and stronger

Sponsor Info:

This show is supported by:

Bamboobies | Use code MTM to get 25% off sitewide!
Organifi use code: mother for 15% off
Needed use code: MOTHERTHEMOTHER20 for 20% off
C & the Moon use code mclean15 for 15% off

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Ways to be held by McLean:

Connect with Kenzie:

Instagram: @kenzieburke
BRÛLÉ: www.shopbrule.com

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

116 | Consciously Navigating The Medicalized Journey of IVF with Kelli Moore

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Today on Mother The Mother, McLean talks about the struggles and victories of going through fertility treatment with her good friend, Kelli Moore. Kelli is the co-founder and CEO of Soulfire Productions, the premier podcast network for thought leaders, free thinkers, and visionaries. In this episode, Kelli shares with McLean all the ups and downs of her IVF journey with her husband. Plus, Kelli talks about how she’s dealing with her mother's death and how she's healing from it.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How Kelli and her husband's relationship started and how it led to their pregnancy journey
Her IVF journey and how it affected her relationship with her husband
Effects of going through the fertility treatment
Dealing and healing from losing her mother
Getting through unhealed mother traumas
Preparing for home-birth

Sponsor Info:

This show is supported by:

Bamboobies | Use code MTM to get 25% off sitewide!
Organifi use code: mother for 15% off
Needed use code: MOTHERTHEMOTHER20 for 20% off
C & the Moon use code mclean15 for 15% off

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McLean’s Resources:

Ways to be held by McLean:

Connect with Kelli:

IG: @kellitmoore
Website: https://kellimoore.co
Listen to Kelli’s podcast: OK, Babe

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

115 | Mother, Mentor, Leader - Becoming Iconic with Jen Szpigiel

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Today on the show, McLean is joined by Jen Szpigiel as they talk about what it's like to be in harmony with the lifepath of motherhood, work, and being your unique self. Jen has created a multi-million dollar global iconic brand for life, business, and leadership. As the owner and founder of Becoming Iconic®️, Jen is infusing years of wisdom, pure-clean energy, and proven strategies for the visionaries, legends, and entrepreneurs who want to break expired paradigms and shift the narrative within their businesses, relationships and lives. As an industry leader, top mentor, and podcast host, be ready for Jen to expand you into your full potential as the most epic, vision-centric leader for yourself and your legacy.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How to stop the pursuit of balance and live your life in harmony by being in the moment
Taking the guilt and shame off from mothers who are working and doing their own thing
The logistics of simultaneously handling work and motherhood
Recognizing your journey through all the circumstances and finding confidence in what you've overcome
Jen's journey through motherhood, mentorship, and leadership
What becoming iconic means

Sponsor Info:

This show is supported by:

Bamboobies | Use code MTM to get 25% off sitewide!
Organifi use code: mother for 15% off
Needed use code: MOTHERTHEMOTHER20 for 20% off
C & the Moon use code mclean15 for 15% off

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Ways to be held by McLean:

Connect with Jen:

Sign-up for ARTiculate
Free Course: Manifestation in Motion
Instagram: @becomingiconic
Website: becomingiconic.co

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

114 | Eclipse: Endings and Beginnings

Wed, 25 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000

In today's episode of Mother The Mother, McLean talks about grief as she reflects on how she felt in the 7th year of her father's passing and the death of a friend — a shade tree. Hear her contemplate how we should honor our life's journey and not skip ahead of ourselves. Plus, McLean talks about depression and the increasing rate of suicide due to sickness and the effects of the pandemic.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

The ripple effect of presently grieving something brings back grief from the past
The energy McLean wants to bring forth and help resonate with everyone in her life
Honoring life's journey and not jumping ahead of where you currently are
The beauty of eclipse season where endings and beginnings happen
Spiritual warfare in experiencing suicidal tendencies through sickness

Sponsor Info:

This show is supported by:

Bamboobies | Use code MTM to get 25% off sitewide!
Organifi use code: mother for 15% off
Needed use code: motherthemother for 20% off
C & the Moon use code mclean15 for 15% off

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McLean’s Resources:

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This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

113 | Beyond Relationship Labels with Jessica Esfandiary

Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Today on the show, McLean dives into the world of polyamory with coach and podcaster Jessica Esfandiary! Jessica, host of the Open Late podcast, tells her story of opening up her marriage and finding a better version of herself in the process. She shares what led her and her husband to wanting to date outside of their marriage, all the struggles and challenges they faced along the way, and clears up some common misconceptions about non-monogamy. And now, she’s on the path to becoming a mother via surrogacy, and she and McLean discuss what that means for her relationship now.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Breaking down preconceived notions about non-monogamy
How to balance more than one romantic relationship
Challenging the nuclear family dynamic and why community is a huge piece in polyamory
Jessica’s experience starting the surrogacy journey
Tips for if you’re interested in opening up your relationship

This show is supported by:

Bamboobies | Use code MTM to get 25% off sitewide!

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Follow Jessica:

Ways to be held by McLean:

Sovereign Society: This is a space for you to be with whatever you are going through in the present moment. McLean has created this Sovereign Sisterhood for those of you who want support and community as you question the mainstream narratives and are now curious about homeschool, pods, online, and outdoor school resources. Join here!

Mom Club: This is a safe and healing space for women and mothers to gather together. We have co-created a circle of trusted sisters where you will feel seen and heard. Join here!

1:1 Work with McLean: We are not meant to travel through life alone. Oftentimes, we need support in order to expand into the next highest versions of ourselves, especially through Conception, Pregnancy and Postpartum. My Healing Sessions and larger Healing Container hold you as you walk your current path of Womanhood and Motherhood. Please schedule a time to chat via the discovery call.

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I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

112 | Birth Outside the Matrix with Emily Stanwyck

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Today on the show, McLean is joined by her good friend Emily Stanwyck. A mom of two, wife, trainer & BIRTHFIT Coach, and a birth doula, Emily has a vast amount of experience in the wellness and birthing world. She works advocating for freedom, informed consent, and birthing out of the medical system. She teaches birth education and leads a year long doula training and mentorship program in the hopes that more women will stand up for their rights in the face of childbirth so that they can feel empowered, whole, and complete when she brings a child into the world and becomes a mother! Today, she and McLean dive deep into the world of birthing. Listen as they chat about the birthing wisdom we’ve allowed ourselves to forget, why women need to learn how to trust their bodies again, and rethinking the role men should play in labor and delivery.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Creating new paradigms with old wisdom
How women can use birth as an opportunity to take back their power
Reclaiming female-centered birth experiences
Why neutrality isn’t the answer when it comes to birth

This show is supported by:

Bamboobies | Use code MTM to get 25% off sitewide!

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Listen to episode 106 Waking The Bear with Governor 2022 Candidate Reinette Senum

Follow Emily:

Instagram: @emilystanwyck
Website: emilystanwyck.com

Ways to be held by McLean:

Mom Club: This is a safe and healing space for women and mothers to gather together. We have co-created a circle of trusted sisters where you will feel seen and heard. Join here!

1:1 Work with McLean: We are not meant to travel from Maiden to Mother alone. My intention with this offering is to support you, the Mother, as you Mother. You can learn more and join the waitlist here

My newsletter: Receive weekly Moonday wisdom, and be the first to know about events, as well as spaces open for coaching & healing. Join here!

Treating Yourself:

Healy:

The Healy Device is a Holistic Frequency machine that is portable and uses a microcurrent frequency (IMF) to boost your health. It is the size of a credit card so can be used anywhere at any time. Its programs scan your personal system for what it needs in real time and suggest frequency programs to run in order to help you reach optimization. There are a few different levels of devices depending upon your personal and professional needs. I own the professional grade device and it has rocked my world in the best possible way since I started using it. I feel a massive energetic shift for the better. If you are interested, please DM me on Instagram to discuss or schedule a call at this link here!

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

111 | Why Your Intuition is Enough

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000

McLean is back with another solo episode! And today, she’s talking about intuition and birth. We as women are so often taught not to trust our bodies, but there’s an innate wisdom we hold, despite what any experts may say. McLean breaks down why birth has become a big business in recent years, touches on what it’s like to work towards empowering women within a broken medical system, and shares a powerful story about freebirthing that changed her. Listen to feel empowered, refreshed, and to learn how to start finding your way back to that innate wisdom and intuition you have inside of you.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Reflecting on birth and renewal through the lens of springtime
Why there’s power in your heart space and womb space
Breaking the cycle of generational birth trauma
Why we’ve lost sisterhood and how to get it back
Why your intuition is enough
McLean shares the powerful experience of being able to witness a freebirth

This show is supported by:

Bamboobies | Use code MTM to get 25% off sitewide!

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Ways to be held by McLean:

Mom Club: This is a safe and healing space for women and mothers to gather together. We have co-created a circle of trusted sisters where you will feel seen and heard. Join here!

My newsletter: Receive weekly Moonday wisdom, and be the first to know about events, as well as spaces open for coaching & healing. Join here!

Treating Yourself:

Healy:

The Healy Device is a Holistic Frequency machine that is portable and uses a microcurrent frequency (IMF) to boost your health. It is the size of a credit card so can be used anywhere at any time. Its programs scan your personal system for what it needs in real time and suggest frequency programs to run in order to help you reach optimization. There are a few different levels of devices depending upon your personal and professional needs. I own the professional grade device and it has rocked my world in the best possible way since I started using it. I feel a massive energetic shift for the better. If you are interested, please DM me on Instagram to discuss or schedule a call at this link here!

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

110 | The Truth About Breast Implant Illness & Explant Surgery with Amanda Porta

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Today McLean is joined by holistic beauty coach and advocate for BII (Breast Implant Illness) awareness, Amanda Porta. She’s here to share her story, from getting breast plants in her 20s, selling implants as her career, to the dozens of symptoms she then suffered from for years, and eventually finding healing with getting an explant surgery. She’s now a patient advocate for women going through Breast Implant Illness, having gone through the illness herself, she has explanted, detoxed, healed, and can guide women through their own explant journeys. She has advised thousands of women around the world from celebrities to athletes to prominent businesswomen that have trusted her expertise to support them through this health crisis. She and McLean discuss the history and types of implants, the lack of informed consent with implants, and how they can even affect breastfeeding. Her story is amazing; she went from unknowingly selling the very thing that was making her sick, to now helping other women find healing.

In this episode of Mother The Mother:

Amanda’s journey from getting breast implant illness in her 20s, to finding healing years later
What breast implant illness is and how it manifests into many different symptoms
How societal beauty standards have pushed many women to desire implants
The history of implants and why saline isn’t any safer than silicone
Why doctors continue to gaslight and ignore women who are suffering from breast implant illness
Hope for those struggling with implant symptoms

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Follow Amanda:

Instagram: @theholisticbeautycoach, @freethetatazorg, @kevinbrennermd, @breastteam

Ways to be held by McLean:

Mom Club: This is a safe and healing space for women and mothers to gather together. We have co-created a circle of trusted sisters where you will feel seen and heard. Join here!

My newsletter: Receive weekly Moonday wisdom, and be the first to know about events, as well as spaces open for coaching & healing. Join here!

Treating Yourself:

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

109 | Honor the Season You Are In: Spring Alignment

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000

The seasons are changing, and we have a choice to either fight the change, or move and flow with it. And on today’s solo episode, McLean brings clarity and encouragement to those fighting the movement of the seasons, and shares how she’s been learning to honor the seasons in her own life and what benefits she’s reaped from it. Plus, hear her contemplate on the lack of community and help in our patriarchal culture, why mothering is the most important work, and how to begin honoring the season you’re in by surrendering your days to the flow of life.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Learning the art of surrendering your day the importance of asking for help
How to begin honoring the season you’re currently in
Navigating the paradox and unknowns of motherhood
Why we’ve lost community we’ve been set up to fail in this patriarchal system

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Ways to be held by McLean:

Mom Club: This is a safe and healing space for women and mothers to gather together. We have co-created a circle of trusted sisters where you will feel seen and heard. Join here!

My newsletter: Receive weekly Moonday wisdom, and be the first to know about events, as well as spaces open for coaching & healing. Join here!

Treating Yourself:

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

108 | Spiritual Lives of Babies & Mothers with Emily The Medium

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Today on Mother The Mother, McLean is joined by good friend and professional Psychic Medium, Emily Greene, also known as Emily The Medium. Emily helps connect people with their loved ones on the other side, provide psychic guidance on people's life path, and connect people to the Souls of the children they are meant to have. She and McLean share some powerful moments from a card pull, and then dive into how they’ve been honoring the changing seasons in their own lives, even if it means taking a step back. Plus, they discuss Emily’s work and how she’s been experiencing the energetic shift in pregnancy and births.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Emily’s story and why she felt pulled into the work she does
How intuition has become a mainstream concept
Why the energetic missions of babies being born today are more amplified than ever
The rise in miscarriages and stillbirths in relation to our current cultural moment

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Emily’s Resources:

Instagram: @emilythemedium
Podcast: Emily The Medium

Ways to be held by McLean:

Mom Club: This is a safe and healing space for women and mothers to gather together. We have co-created a circle of trusted sisters where you will feel seen and heard. Join here!

My newsletter: Receive weekly Moonday wisdom, and be the first to know about events, as well as spaces open for coaching & healing. Join here!

Treating Yourself:

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

107 | Co-creating Your Life with Spirit

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode, McLean reflects on her family's recent experience with COVID, and the spiritual lessons she’s learned from it. There’s something powerful and healing that happens when confronted with illness, and she shares her thoughts on what it meant to her not just physically, but emotionally. She also touches on why we as women struggle with receiving love, how to accept and give it out freely, and shares a different way to think about self-care.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

McLean’s experience with contracting COVID
The healing and growth that comes with confronting what you’ve been fearing
Why self-care is not always simply indulgence, but investing in things that are good for you
How to not fall into the trap of comparison and discontent

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Check out Christina Rice’s book Manifestation Mastery

Ways to be held by McLean:

Mom Club: This is a safe and healing space for women and mothers to gather together. We have co-created a circle of trusted sisters where you will feel seen and heard. Join the waitlist for Mom Club here

Treating Yourself:

If you feel like treating yourself with some Organic and Nutrient-dense power food teas, hot chocolates, tonics, and green juice from Organifi. Use my code mother at checkout to always receive 15% off your purchase. I have been loving adding in both Green and Gold juices as part of my daily routine.

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

106 | Waking the Bear with Governor 2022 Candidate Reinette Senum

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Calling all Mama Bears - it is time to wake up! McLean is kicking off the return of her podcast this year with Governor 2022 Candidate Reinette Senum. Reinette is a 4th generation Californian born in San Francisco and adopted and raised by her parents in the Sierra foothills. Reinette believes in the real California spirit of can-do individualism, bold entrepreneurship, and fully transparent accountability. She is a proven truth-teller; even when the truths are hard and right now, there are some real hard truths that we have to deal with as a state, country, and humanity. She will always fight for a robust civic engagement that ensures a healthy and prosperous legacy for generations to come. This conversation is guaranteed to ignite within you a remembrance of sacred responsibility in this lifetime. A remembrance that what we choose today will impact the next seven generations and beyond. It will inspire you to speak out, take a seat at the table and get more involved in your community. By the end of this episode, you will question your legacy, impact, purpose and above all have rediscovered the power that is your voice and the lasting change that will come as a direct result of your proactivity. It is time for us to embody the new and fully healed Earth we deserve - for our children and all the children to come.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

The motivations and vision that led Reinette to enter the 2022 California Governor race with no party affiliation
Discussing the seventh generational approach to decision making and restoring the anchor, compass, and momentum in the constitution
COVID and the writing on the wall
Returning to our ancestral ways, Waking the Bear and healing the state of California through proactivity

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Reinette’s Resources:

Ways to be held by McLean:

Treating Yourself:

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

105 | Growing Together with Birth Doula Carson Meyer

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode, McLean is joined by a certified birth doula, nutrition consultant, and birth photographer, Carson Meyer. Carson is located in Malibu, California but attended New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study where she pursued studies in child development, art therapy, and complementary medicine. In 2016, Carson returned to Los Angeles and began her journey as a doula supporting parents through a healthy and peaceful pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period, in the environment that best suits their needs. With a strong passion for environmental health, Carson also launched an all-natural and environmentally conscious skincare line, C & The Moon. She is an old soul, a powerful space holder, and fellow Scorpio with clear direction, passion, and purpose for what she came to this Earth to accomplish. Come here the inspiration that is, Carson Meyer.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How Carson fell in love with the birth world and found her calling
How Carson navigated the pandemic landscape as a birth doula + entrepreneur
The power of pre-birth education and cultivating virtual communities for women to grow together
Unpacking the beauty of hiring a birth doula who is not yet a Mother

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Carson’s Resources:

Instagram: @ccmeyer | @candthemoon
Website: www.carson-meyer.com
Use code “Together” for 10% off your investment for Carson’s Growing Together Circle offering

Coaching Program:

If you are ready for more support in your journey as an expectant, new, or well-seasoned Mama, I am here for you. If you are ready to commit to your healing journey on a physical, emotional, and soul level, please email me at hello@motherthemother.com to book a free breakthrough call to discuss in further detail. This type of 1:1 coaching allows us to go deep and work with each specific woman’s needs. It goes light-years beyond basic prenatal and postpartum group classes that are generalized and watered down. My clients are ready to go hard in uncovering the best versions of themselves and living the life of their dream lives.

Treating Yourself:

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

104 | “Asking For a Pregnant Friend...” with Bailey Gaddis

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode, McLean is joined by author, birth doula, and hypnotherapist, Bailey Gaddis. Bailey authored Asking for a Pregnant Friend and Feng Shui Mommy and is a regular contributor to media outlets including Working Mother, Fit Pregnancy, Pregnancy and Newborn, Cosmopolitan, Woman’s Day, Disney’s Babble, and more. She also volunteers for a program where she offers in-home support to parents of newborn babies, specifically single mothers and those with babies with special needs. In this episode, they discuss the healing process of writing her book Asking for a Pregnant Friend, the heartbreaking prevalence of shame, guilt, and embarrassment for many women during their pregnancy and postpartum experience, navigating triggers, and heavy emotions following pregnancy loss and so much more. These are the conversations that are needed and at the core of what Mother the Mother is all about. Lastly, you will hear in this recording that Bailey is in the final weeks of pregnancy and preparing for the birth of her little girl! We are happy to report that since the time of this recording, she did have her healthy home birth with her baby girl 1 week before her estimated due date so, congratulations to you, Bailey!

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

A behind-the-scenes look into how Bailey wrote the book, “Asking For a Pregnant Friend: 101 Answers to Questions Women Are Too Embarrassed to Ask About Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Motherhood”
How to navigate triggers, jealousy, and other heavy emotions that surface following pregnancy loss
How to end the shame, guilt and embarrassment women feel relative to pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood
How to best support new Mothers amidst a heavily divided and isolated world

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Bailey’s Resources:

Instagram: @baileygaddisauthor
Website: www.baileygaddis.com

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

There are 2 tiers - Ascension & Alignment for group support as well as New Moon Circle that will be offered monthly on the evening of the New Moon. All live calls will also be recorded to listen to at your leisure. This is a sacred healing space to align with like-minded sisters.

Coaching Program:

Treating Yourself:

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

103 | Dying: Acceptance, Grief & Discussing Death with Children | Real Talk

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shines a light on the area society tends to shy away from the most - death. Like birth, it is a portal that all of humanity experiences and yet as a culture, we struggle with finding the right words to discuss this deep and mysterious part of our existence. As always, McLean has found the words to both comfort, explain the unexplainable and leave all who have had death touch their lives feel seen, heard, and supported. Whether you have carried the haunting questions that arise from someone you love committing suicide, experienced the drawn-out loss from chronic illness, or are in the impossible place of needing to explain death to your child, McLean has your back.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How to talk about death with our children
Finding acceptance and beauty in the death dimension and transition of souls
Support for those who have lost loved ones to suicide
Navigating life after experiencing the death dimension

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

Treating Yourself:

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

102 | In Service to Mother with Georgiana Johnson

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Today, McLean is joined by friend and fellow birth doula, Georgiana Johnson. Georgiana has been cooking for families and working as a full-spectrum doula in LA for the past 8 years. She is originally from London, England but has been on an adventure in the United States for almost 15 years now. Her passion is to protect, celebrate and nourish the family unit. This conversation is soul medicine. It is woven with notes of comfort, support, and dripping with the oils of sacred magic that is Motherhood.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

The importance of training for the marathon that is birth, postpartum, and motherhood
Speaking to conscious conception + the gift of spirituality
How to protect your family unit in a loudly influential world
Celebrating the magic of womanhood

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Georgiana’s Resources:

Instagram: @georgianalouella

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

Treating Yourself:

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

101 | The Sacredness of Pregnancy & Postpartum | Real Talk

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean she invites you into the sacred portal of pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Her journey will forever begin and end with recognizing where the world falls short and quickly stepping in to provide the support needed. Hit play to soak your being with her words, cleanse your soul with her offerings, and above all, receive the reminder that you are worthy of creating the life you want.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Reflections on humanity’s addiction to control
How to create the life you want
The importance of immersing yourself in the sacred portal that is pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond
Auric field protection and making choices for the future generations to come

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

Treating Yourself:

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

100 | Reflections + Visions for the Future | Real Talk

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean she shares deep reflection. Reflections about the collective energy over the past several months, her personal energy levels, and the beautiful journey that has become this podcast. Today is Mother the Mother’s 100th episode and in pure McLean fashion, she is sharing where it all started, where it has been and visions for the future of this show.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Reflections on the world and how to be brave
Unpacking the underlying truth of overwhelm
How to be the light in a time of darkness
Reflecting on where the podcast started, where it has been and visions for its future

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

If you are ready for more support in your journey as an expectant, new or well-seasoned Mama, I am here for you. If you are ready to commit to your healing journey on a physical, emotional, and soul level, please email me at hello@motherthemother.com to book a free breakthrough call to discuss in further detail. This type of 1:1 coaching allows us to go deep and work with each specific woman’s needs. It goes light years beyond basic prenatal and postpartum group classes that are generalized and watered down. My clients are ready to go hard in uncovering the best versions of themselves and living the life of their dream lives.

Treating Yourself:

If you feel like treating yourself with some Organic and Nutrient dense power food teas, hot chocolates, tonics and green juice from Oranifi. Use my code mother at checkout to always receive 15% off your purchase. I have been loving adding in both Green and Gold juices as part of my daily routine.

Also, an amazing company that I LOVE for Prenatal, Postnatal, and Motherhood Nutrition is https://thisisneeded.com use my code “motherthemother” at check-out for 20%. They focus on helping women thrive nutritionally during pregnancy and afterwards. Most prenatal vitamins are subpar and leave expectant Mamas lacking in crucial nutrients. I personally have been loving the collagen and protein powder recently as I healed my injured leg. And even 3.5 years out, I still am laser focused on building back my tissues after the birth of my second daughter.

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

099 | Stepping Into Your Sovereign Truth | Real Talk

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean she shows up to her life dharma in a big, bold, and stunningly authentic way. This portal of time has been rough for so many and the fires of fear, doubt, and isolation seem to rage on with no end in sight. This conversation is a life raft when you are at your lowest point, a glimmer of hope for a brighter tomorrow, and a sacred invitation to once and for all step into your sovereignty. McLean believes it is time for us all to come together and it starts with hitting play on this episode.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How to step boldly into your life dharma
The power of human connection + danger of isolation
Finding sovereignty + power in your truth
Navigating friend groups, relationships, and social media during divisive times

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

If you are ready for more support in your journey as an expectant, new or well-seasoned Mama, I am here for you. If you are ready to commit to your healing journey on a physical, emotional, and soul level, please email me at hello@motherthemother.com to book a free breakthrough call to discuss in further detail. This type of 1:1 coaching allows us to go deep and work with each specific woman’s needs. It goes light-years beyond basic prenatal and postpartum group classes that are generalized and watered down. My clients are ready to go hard in uncovering the best versions of themselves and living the life of their dream lives.

Treating Yourself:

If you feel like treating yourself with some Organic and Nutrient-dense power food teas, hot chocolates, tonics, and green juice from Oranifi. Use my code mother at checkout to always receive 15% off your purchase. I have been loving adding in both Green and Gold juices as part of my daily routine.

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

098 | Mothers & Daughters: Nourishing Family Relationships with The Curry Girls

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode, McLean is joined by Megs and Pegs, a dynamic mother-daughter duo who are better known as “The Curry Girls”. They are the owners of Curry Girls Kitchen and share their wisdom, perspective, and knowledge on life, food, and their pursuit of happiness in all that they do. Megan is a certified holistic health coach and Peggy is an entrepreneurial foodie with a zesty personality, both making you feel instantly at home. This conversation covers massive ground and unpacks the journey of a woman at this time on the planet and is soul-nourishing on a whole new level. Grab a cup of tea and come settle in with McLean, Megs, and Pegs.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Divine timing and the ultimate surrender
Learning how to create the boundary between business partners and a mother-daughter relationship
Communication, triggers, ego and letting others be their truest self
Healing eating disorders and seeing food as nourishment from a mother’s and daughter’s perspective

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

The Curry Girls Resources:

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

Treating Yourself:

Also, an amazing company that I LOVE for Prenatal, Postnatal, and Motherhood Nutrition is https://thisisneeded.com use my code “motherthemother” at check-out for 20%. They focus on helping women thrive nutritionally during pregnancy and afterwards. Most prenatal vitamins are subpar and leave expectant Mamas lacking in crucial nutrients. I personally have been loving the collagen and protein powder recently as I healed my injured leg. And even 3.5 years out, I still am laser focused on building back my tissues after the birth of my second daughter.

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

097 | Embracing Course Correction with Parenthood | Real Talk

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s real talk with McLean she explores the power of embracing course correction within parenthood because as she always says, you only know what you know when you know it. As a parent during these times there is so much information at our fingertips and with that also comes judgments, opinions, and an endless list of diagnostic input from primary care providers. Today she stands along with all of the parents questioning what they believe is true and pulling all-nighters in order to fight for their child’s wellbeing, livelihood, and best interest. If you are a parent reeling after receiving a diagnosis from your child’s pediatrician, come join McLean for insight, empowerment, and support.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How to discern what is truth in a world of misinformation
Navigating the diagnosis of your child being on the spectrum
Reframing the paradigm of "normal" in pregnancy, parenthood, and beyond
Unpacking the spiritual, physical, and emotional components of why children are the way they are

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

Treating Yourself:

Also, an amazing company that I LOVE for Prenatal, Postnatal, and Motherhood Nutrition is https://thisisneeded.com use my code “motherthemother” at check-out for 20%. They focus on helping women thrive nutritionally during pregnancy and afterwards. Most prenatal vitamins are subpar and leave expectant Mamas lacking in crucial nutrients. I personally have been loving the collagen and protein powder recently as I healed my injured leg. And even 3.5 years out, I still am laser focused on building back my tissues after the birth of my second daughter.

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

096 | Conscious Partnerships, Parenting and Postpartum | Real Talk with McLean, Peyton and Cal Callahan

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Today’s real talk episode is another gem from McLean’s trip to Austin, Texas. She got to sit down with both Peyton and Cal Callahan for a deep dive into all things partnerships, co-parenting, motherhood and how to best care for a woman in her postpartum period. These three share some beautiful wisdom and bring to light ancient traditions that once were essential to our wellbeing are needed now more than ever.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Letting go of undesired parenting habits
Engaging in curious conversations with our children
Giving our partner space to become the best version of themselves
Learn about Peyton’s latest project
Ways to celebrate and support a woman in her postpartum period

Show Resources:

Peyton’s Resources:

Download Peyton's Ebook Here!
Instagram
Website

Ca’s Resources:

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

Treating Yourself:

Also, an amazing company that I LOVE for Prenatal, Postnatal, and Motherhood Nutrition is https://thisisneeded.com use my code “motherthemother” at check-out for 20%. They focus on helping women thrive nutritionally during pregnancy and afterwards. Most prenatal vitamins are subpar and leave expectant Mamas lacking in crucial nutrients. I personally have been loving the collagen and protein powder recently as I healed my injured leg. And even 3.5 years out, I still am laser focused on building back my tissues after the birth of my second daughter.

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This is a Soulfire Production

095 | Spirit Led Work | Real Talk

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s real talk with McLean, she dives into the spirituality behind her work as a coach and doula. This is a side of McLean that her private clients have gotten to know very well over the years but she felt it was time to bring you all in on this powerful part of her journey too. So come experience the beautiful way McLean weaves Spirit into all that she does in order to create a sacred space of support, guidance, and nourishment for all of her clients.

Today on Mother the Mother:

The intersection of Spirituality and Motherhood
How knowing yourself leads to being a better Mother
Finding beauty and freedom in the nuance of life
Learning to balance innate wisdom with external resources
How McLean created a business that serves women and honors her Spirit led work

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

Treating Yourself:

Also, an amazing company that I LOVE for Prenatal, Postnatal, and Motherhood Nutrition is https://thisisneeded.com use my code “motherthemother” at check-out for 20%. They focus on helping women thrive nutritionally during pregnancy and afterwards. Most prenatal vitamins are subpar and leave expectant Mamas lacking in crucial nutrients. I personally have been loving the collagen and protein powder recently as I healed my injured leg. And even 3.5 years out, I still am laser-focused on building back my tissues after the birth of my second daughter.

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

094 | Health Is True Wealth | Real Talk with Shiva Rose and McLean

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s real talk episode, McLean reunited almost a year later from their last interview together with Shiva Rose in person on Shiva’s incredible land in Texas. A decade ago, after suffering from life-threatening autoimmune disorders, actress Shiva Rose set out to discover a more holistic way to natural health and beauty. Growing her own organic herbs and flowers, mixing creams, lotions, and tonics; and following Ayurvedic practices and creating mindful rituals. She has not only healed her life but also has become a leader and entrepreneur in the world of all-natural beauty and lifestyle. She created the wellness site The Local Rose and a beauty line, Shiva Rose Beauty. She is an advocate for Women, Children, and Natural Healing and has become an ongoing inspiration in McLean’s life.

Today on Mother the Mother:

A recap of McLean’s soul-filling trip to Texas
A life update from Shiva Rose on her new land in Texas
The power of cleansing the body and strengthening the immune system
Parasite cleansing, clearing toxins, and energetic soul connections

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Shiva’s Resources:

Instagram: @localrose
Website: www.shivarose.com | www.thelocalrose.com

Cleansing Resources:

Cell Core: www.cellcore.com
Parasite Cleanse
Additional Guidance: @healingcavelady | @dr.jess.md | @drashleybeckman

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

Treating Yourself:

If you feel like treating yourself with some Organic and Nutrient-dense power food teas, hot chocolates, tonics and green juice from Oranifi. Use my code mother at checkout to always receive 15% off your purchase. I have been loving adding in both Green and Gold juices as part of my daily routine.

I see you, I hear you, I love you.

Jai Ma.

Xo - McLean

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

093 | Money Queen: Aligned & Abundant with Jenna Black

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode, McLean is joined by “The Abundance Queen” herself, Jenna Black. Jenna is a wealth embodiment and business empowerment coach for visionary and spiritual women, based in Sydney, Australia. She has mentored thousands of women to rewrite their money story and turn their soul purpose into an aligned and prosperous business and life. Jenna has been featured in Forbes, The Huffington Post, and countless podcasts for her fresh and modern take on wealth consciousness, women’s empowerment, money manifestation, and soul purpose. She believes when visionary women activate riches and abundance on every level, they then enrich the world around them. Her mission is to guide millions of women to turn their power all the way on, change their money story and live from a new normal of alignment and abundance. Hit play and get ready to uplevel in all areas of your personal life and business.

Today on Mother the Mother:

Reframing selling as spiritual work
How to identify and seal energy leaks
Why it is important to view your business as its own entity
The power of embodiment and how to shift your business with intention
Tips on where to start your personal money work journey

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Jenna’s Resources:

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

Treating Yourself:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

092 | Calling In Your Best Life with Christina The Channel

Wed, 26 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode, McLean has baller businesswoman and spiritual channel Christina Rice on the show because let’s be real, there is more to mothering than just mothering. There is managing a constant juggle of responsibilities, trusting your intuition, and navigating ever-changing relationships. Plus, every woman wants to be living her best life, today Christina and McLean cover all of that and so much more. Christina is a trance channel, a spiritual business mentor, and Ahai ™ 7D Energy Healer/Master sharing expansive messages from a number of Ascended Masters & Guides to help people raise their frequency, tap into their intuition, and psychic gifts, and manifest their dream lives. Christina has coached thousands of individuals in spiritual growth, business development, brain rewiring, and optimizing their wellness. She is also the host of the Christina the Channel podcast (running 5+ years) and has been featured in a number of top publications like Forbes, Entrepreneur, Popsugar, & Delish!

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

The importance of learning to effectively communicate with others
How to become a time bender and add time back into your day
Tips on mastering manifestation
Understanding how to co-create your reality with Spirit, The Universe, and your guides

McLean’s Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

Christina’s Resources:

Instagram: @christinathechannel
Christina’s Ahai™ 7D Energy Healing Training
Christina’s Psychic Development Course
The Channel Collective monthly membership

Mom Club Membership:

For ongoing monthly support in a nourishing container please check out the Mom Club Membership via www.patreon.com/mcleanmcgown

Coaching Program:

If you are ready for more support in your journey as an expectant, new or well-seasoned Mama, I am here for you. If you are ready to commit to your healing journey on a physical, emotional, and soul level, please email me at hello@motherthemother.com to book a free breakthrough call to discuss in further detail. This type of 1:1 coaching allows us to go deep and work with each specific woman’s needs. It goes light-years beyond basic prenatal and postpartum group classes that are generalized and watered down. My clients are ready to go hard in uncovering the best versions of themselves and living the life of their dream lives.

Treating Yourself:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

091 | Hypnotherapy: Guiding You From Wounded to Free | Real Talk

Wed, 12 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s real talk with McLean, she dives into the powerful healing modality of hypnotherapy. As you know by now, McLean only shares things that she believes in and finds immense benefit from so today she speaks to the healing power hypnotherapy has brought into her personal life and business. She believes far too many women are walking around wounded and carrying the weight of trauma in their being and this is one of the many ways she is shifting that truth and serving as a needed agent of change.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Learn how McLean discovered hypnotherapy
Understanding the difference between the unconscious and subconscious mind
The healing power of rewiring the brain
How to use hypnotherapy to go from the walking wounded to free

Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club Membership + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call for coaching or hypnotherapy.

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

090 | Hot Topics of Motherhood Q+A with McLean

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000

On today’s real talk episode, McLean’s business doula Sam Oliver is on the show! Sam curated a gorgeous Q&A session for you all with questions that are relatable, expansive, and as always, McLean answered with soul, wisdom, and your favorite...real talk. So wherever you are on the continuum of Motherhood, grab some ear pods and soak in this beautiful conversation between McLean and Sam!

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

What to expect from Mom club and 1:1 coaching with McLean
How to use mindfulness as a tool to prevent energy + trauma projection from Mom to child
How to communicate with your children
Navigating pregnancy, birth, and motherhood as a sexual assault survivor

Resources:

Connect with Sam Oliver at @_samrae
Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club Membership + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call.

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

089 | The Matrix of Life with Kelly Morris

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode of Mother the Mother, McLean is joined by Kelly Morris. Kelly is a world-renowned meditation teacher with over 25 years of experience and the founder of The Infinity Call. Central to The Infinity Call is Kelly’s firm belief that when women heal themselves, they are able to heal the world. She has dedicated her life to serving women, guiding thousands to finding their truth. In the wake of September 11, 2001, Kelly was chosen as the cover story for New York Magazine as a leading light of voice and compassion, and she has appeared in The New York Times, The New York Post, Yoga Journal, The Wall Street Journal, and InStyle Magazine. This conversation will lead you right to the core of Gaia, and in turn, home to your truest essence.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

The evolution of Kelly’s intimate relationship with yoga and meditation
How to understand and disrupt patriarchy
The power that comes from reconnecting you + your identity to Gaia
Reconnecting to the Divine Feminine and Matriarchy

Resources:

Instagram: @meditation_with_kellymorris
Visit her website: www.theinfinitycall.com
Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club Membership + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call.
Organifi Products- Use your special code: MOTHER

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

088 | Sleep - Are You Doing It? | Real Talk

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she discusses the importance and nuance of sleep as a woman and mother. This is one of the most controversial and highly-requested topics in the motherhood space and McLean beautifully boils it down to the single and most important truth, as a Mama, do whatever you need to do to get your sleep.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

McLean’s personal experience with sleep for self and children
Sleep training, co-sleeping, and a Mother’s intuition
Releasing shame and judgment for empowered parenting
Tips and resources for your sleep journey

Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call.
Organifi Products- Use your special code: MOTHER

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

087 | Get Lit with North Node & Astrogeography with Dara Dubinet

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode of Mother the Mother, McLean is joined by Dara Dubinet. Dara is a teacher and leader in the realms of astrocartography, feng shui, raw foods, and more. She uses her continuous connection to the Universe to embolden others to choose lasting change in their lives. Dara believes “you must reconnect with your worth, reflect, seek guidance, and make change because when you are in alignment with your true compass and beating heart, there is abundance and peace”. This episode feels like you are sitting in listening to two women share expansive stories over cups of tea. So, come join McLean and Dara!

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Explore the expansive magic of astrocartography
Tips from Dara on how to “Armchair Astrogeo Travel”
Spiritual justice + opening yourself up to miracles
The importance of understanding and honoring your North Node

Resources:

Instagram: @daradubinet
Visit her website: www.daradubinet.com
Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call.
Organifi Products- Use your special code: MOTHER

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

086 | Energetic Refuel & Refill | Real Talk

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she creates a sacred Q&A episode for you all. After asking her Instagram community what is on their hearts, she brings the most common questions to the microphone and speaks sacred wisdom, life experience, guidance, and more.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

McLean speaks to the mom guilt present in society
Provides a perspective on reframing what self-care looks like for you
Extends an invitation to look at your areas of resistance and go bigger in life
Coffee enemas, infertility, manifestation, and paradigm shifts

Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call.
Organifi Products- Use your special code: MOTHER
Head over to The Uncensored Empath to listen + subscribe!

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

085 | Bee Shamanism, Motherhood & Body Sovereignty with Ariella Daly

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode of Mother the Mother, McLean is joined by Ariella Daly. Ariella is a bee tender, writer, educator, musician, and new mother. Her work focuses on supporting people as they explore a deeper relationship with their embodied intuitive connection, mirrored by the honeyed wisdom of the hive. She is a graduate of the Lyceum, an ancient European bee shamanism tradition where she trained in healing, dreamwork, and seership. This episode is oozing with wisdom and grace. They discuss bringing a baby into this world un-partnered, pregnancy following a miscarriage, the healing power of honeybees, and more!

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How honeybees saved Ariella’s life and tethered her back down to Earth
The secret wisdom of the hive
The journey of bee-inspired connection to nature, intuition, and the womb space
Body sovereignty, miscarriage and donor-pregnancy

Resources:

Instagram: @beekeepinginskirts
Website: www.honeybeewild.com
Enroll in Ariella’s classes: Dreaming with Bees and Introduction to Honey Bees
Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call.
Organifi Products- Use your special code: MOTHER

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

084 | Finding Freedom with Food | Real Talk

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares her personal journey with food, dieting, and nutrition from the perspective of a Mama, a human, and certified nutritionist. Throughout this episode, she invites you to listen to what your body craves and honor the unique relationship you have with food.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

The power of intuitive eating
How to release food programming and trust your body’s cravings
McLean’s personal journey with food and 8 Constitution Diet
Disassociating your personal worth from the food you eat

Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call.
Organifi Products- Use your special code: MOTHER
Head over to Emily The Medium to listen and subscribe!

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

083 | Functional Health as a Path Towards Fertility with Specialist Sarah Jane Sandy

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000

In today’s episode of Mother the Mother, McLean welcomes a special guest, Sarah Jane Sandy. Sarah is a functional nutritionist and women’s health expert focusing on fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and hormonal health. She has a deep passion for helping women fix their hormonal chaos, get pregnant, stay pregnant, and finally experience motherhood.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Learn about the top three factors contributing to infertility
How the pace of life and your toxic load influence fertility
The importance of finding the root cause of infertility before rushing to a ‘conventional-medicated fix’
How emotions, spirituality, relationships, hormones, food, and more impact your pregnancy journey

Resources:

Instagram: @sarahjanesandy
Visit her website: www.sarahjanesandy.com
Enroll in The Fertility Code
Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call.
Organifi Products- Use your special code: MOTHER
Head over to Christina The Channel to listen and subscribe!

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

082 | We Can Do Better Than “Healthy Baby, Healthy Mama” | Real Talk

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares her thoughts on the national crisis taking place today within the maternity and postpartum realm. She declares it is time to demand more for women and shares the changes she hopes to see going forward. The mantra, “Healthy Baby, Healthy Mama” perpetuates the story of birth trauma for too many and that story gets rewritten today.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

McLean speaks to the crisis taking place in the US around maternity + postpartum care
She advocates for women and demands change in the system
She explains how the mantra, “Healthy Baby, Healthy Mama” perpetuates silenced trauma
She shares recent poll results from her Instagram and providing a voice for women worldwide

Resources:

Instagram- @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call.
Organifi Products- Use your special code: MOTHER

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

081 | 2020 Highlight: Mystic Power Mother Muse with Sri Mati

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000

What you get with Sri Mati in all her endeavors, is a sermon or prayer which radiates the vibration of MOTHER, an energy that comes through her essence, her words, and her music.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

What is aging
Becoming your own authority
The beliefs we never chose
Parenting and schooling
Medical Freedom

Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Offerings: Mom Club + Motherhood Coaching Program - Please see linktree in Instagram Bio to sign up for more information or email mclean@motherthemother.com to book a free discovery call

Follow Sri Mati:

IG: @srimati
https://www.juliepiatt.com/

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

080 | Reclaim Your Power by Seeking the Answers Within | Real Talk

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares more about her upcoming offerings for online coaching, Mom’s Club and doula coaching. She beautifully addresses how the world of birth and motherhood has drifted away from tradition and out of the hands of women, and expresses the importance of questioning everything in life. It is time for Mother’s to reclaim their power and McLean is leading the way.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

McLean discusses the shift taking place in the world and her work
Reclaiming your power as a woman
Why questioning everything is so important
Remembering the powerful role the mind plays in healing trauma

Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Email McLean about doula or women’s coaching availability
Head over to Rewrite The Mother Code to listen and subscribe!

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

079 | Birth & The Mayan Calendar with Guatemalan Male Midwife Apab’yan Tew & Xelina Flores

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Apab’yan Tew is one of the few people alive in the world who understands, applies and lives a tradition that was considered lost for centuries. He is a male midwife, and an associate professor at Universidad Maya Kaqchikel in Guatemala. The conversation shared in this episode of Mother the Mother is filled with sacred wisdom, heart and passion. Start off with a special segment from Apab’yan Tew’s apprentice, Xelina Flores and then move into the segment with Apab’yan Tew himself.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How birth and the Mayan Calendar are connected
The sacred practice and calling of Apab’yan Tew
How the day of our birth makes us unique
Preserving the sacred practices of the Mayan culture

Resources:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Try out Organifi and use code MOTHER for a special discount!
Purchase a copy of Apab’yan Tew’s book, The Birth of a Universe
Book a private session with Apab’yan Tew via email
Visit Apab’yan Tew’s website

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

078 | Loving Myself Through Growth Pains & Transitions | Real Talk

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she records a late night episode from the most vulnerable space yet. She shares more about her experience of growth and transition in her personal and professional world, as well as how she is learning to become her own best friend. McLean provides insight, tips and wisdom for anyone who finds themselves in a state of transformation.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Remembering to welcome the presence of change
Realizing the beauty of becoming your own best friend
Honoring your wellbeing by asking for help & saying no
McLean reveals the next iteration of her Postpartum & Motherhood work

Resources:

Head over to The Healing Catalyst to listen and subscribe!
Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Try out Organifi and use code MOTHER for a special discount!

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

077 | When the Birth of a Child and a Business Coincide | with Meredith Baird

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Meredith Baird, the creative mind and visionary behind the brand, Nucifera Body believes deeply in the power of plants. When eczema plagued her in her mid 20s, she took to research and applied her knowledge of botanicals to create her signature product, The Balm. Nucifera was founded in 2016 alongside the birth of her first child. She has grown the brand along with her family, and believes deeply in the power of small daily rituals to set healing into motion. Each creation is intended to be multipurpose, unisex and serve a variety of skincare needs.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Hear about Meredith Baird’s journey of entrepreneurship and motherhood
Learn about how to maximize your time as a business woman
Discuss the ways social media glamorizes ‘doing it all’ as a mom
Real talk about owning your own business
Advice for entrepreneurs

Follow Meredith Baird:

Instagram: @nuciferabody and @me_baird
Website: www.nuciferabody.com
Head over to The Great Unlearn to listen and subscribe!

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

076 | My Personal and Professional Postpartum Journey | Real Talk

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she gets vulnerable and shares how she puts ‘mothering the mother’ into practice in her own life, how the birth of her first daughter led her to become a Postpartum Doula and the empowerment that comes from honoring our body’s needs. This episode is overflowing with nuggets of truth and wisdom surrounding Postpartum for women everywhere and provides a healing space for all those listening.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How the birth of McLean’s first child led her to become a Postpartum Doula
The importance of mothering the Mother
The power of honoring the evolution of our journey
McLean shares and responds to some Postpartum thoughts and wisdom from her listeners
The healing magic of your first 40 days Postpartum

Resources:

Head over to The Great Unlearn to listen and subscribe!
Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

075 | Learning Your Body & Boosting Fertility with Ayurveda | with Heather Grzych

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Heather Grzych is a board-certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and the author of The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility: A Natural Approach to Getting Pregnant. Through her work, Heather bridges the worlds of conventional and alternative medicine to help people heal their physical and emotional lives. Her book offers a gentle and holistic approach to understanding the physical, emotional, psychological, and environmental aspects of fertility based on Ayurveda.

In this episode of Mother The Mother:

How Ayurveda and fertility are connected
Shared sections of Heather Grzych’s book
Postpartum care and coming home to your new self
Learning about the four fertility factors
Discussing the five elements & doshas
Tapping into Self-Sovereignty & the Divine Feminine
Fasting & fertility

Connect with Heather:

IG: @heathergrzych
Website: https://www.heathergrzych.com/
Purchase Heather’s Book: The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

074 | Back to My Future | Real Talk

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares how she is navigating this uncertain time brought about by a global pandemic, fire season in LA, a shift in community, and the new landscape of motherhood. She shares the importance of trusting your own journey and quieting down a bit, and tips for how to choose love, growth and change over fear.

In this episode of Mother The Mother:

A beautiful card pull and message from the Universe
Real talk about McLean’s season of metamorphosis
Ways to protect your energy from anxiety and exhaustion
Resources for Vedic Astrology
Recognizing we are all undergoing transformation right now
The power of meeting newness with deep gratitude
Brand new Mom coaching and Mom club offerings coming soon with McLean

Follow McLean:

Instagram: @motherthemother
Website: www.motherthemother.com
Email: mclean@motherthemother.com Subject line “Coaching”
Vedic Astrology: Charlotte Benson www.charlottebenson.com & Julie Piatt @srimati | Podcast: For The Life of Me” #134 Current Planetary Mood with Vedic Astrologer Charlotte Benson

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

073 | Living with Death Through COVID | with Olivia Bareham

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Olivia Bareham is a certified Death Midwife, Home Funeral Guide and Celebrant and is the founder of 'Sacred Crossings - The Institute for Conscious Dying’ and the ‘Sacred Crossings Funeral Home.’ Olivia currently guides individuals toward a conscious dying experience and empowers families to reclaim the healing ritual of a home funeral. She facilitates workshops in Conscious Dying and After Death Care and a certificate training program in The Art of Death Midwifery. Her next training “Enter The Grave” will start this weekend September 4, 5, 6th and is for anyone wanting to delve deeper into their relationship with mortality, space is limited so please visit sacredcrossings.com/enterthegrave. When you become at peace with death, then you can really live.

In this episode of Mother The Mother:

How to reframe your mindset for peace vs. turmoil
Building trust in yourself as a mother
What death midwifery looks like during COVID
Why dying alone isn’t always tragic
Enhancing your life by connecting with your own mortality
How funerals & cremations have shifted during COVID

Connect with Olivia:

IG: @sacred_crossings
Website: sacredcrossings.com
Listen: 018 Death Becomes Her: Conscious Dying + The Art of Death Midwifery with Olivia Bareham

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

072 | Leo New Moon: Harnessing Courage for our Rebirth | Real Talk

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she reveals what’s on her mind and heart as she makes her way back home after 3 months away. McLean shares what’s inspiring her right now during this Leo New Moon, and how we can use its energy of bravery and courage during this time of death and rebirth.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How to nourish our minds, bodies, and spirits/souls
The bravery and courage inside of each of us
Suffering caused by our attachments and expectations
Giving yourself grace during this time of death and rebirth
Inward reflection: what are you settling for?

Resources:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

071 | Back to School: Finding Ease in the Unpredictability | Real Talk

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares how her family is approaching the new school year. She also provides resources and tips to support you whether you are homeschooling or sending your kids back to school.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How McLean is approaching the school year
Resources for homeschooling
Ways to protect & support your kids going back to school
Allowing space to communicate & be with your kids
Tips for fasting or cleansing to reset your system

Resources:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

070 | Medical Freedom & Vaccinations | with Shiva Rose

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000

A decade ago, after suffering from life-threatening autoimmune disorders, actress Shiva Rose set out to discover a more holistic way to natural health and beauty. Growing her own organic herbs and flowers; mixing creams, lotions, and tonics; and following Ayurvedic practices and creating mindful rituals, she has not only healed her life but has also become a leader and entrepreneur in the world of all-natural beauty and lifestyle. She created the wellness site The Local Rose and beauty line Shiva Rose Beauty.

Shiva teaches at various retreats and centers focusing on passing on her knowledge on Tea Ceremony meditations, Kundalini yoga Meditations, and Divine Feminine Practices.

Whole Beauty: Daily Rituals and Natural Recipes for Lifelong Beauty and Wellness is her radiant next step, a practical, inspiring, guide to following a whole beauty practice at home.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Being aware of the stripping of our freedoms
The importance of doing our own research
Shiva’s & her children’s health journeys
Systemic racism in our medical system
Why we need to protect our medical freedoms

Follow Shiva:

IG: @localrose ; @shivarosebeauty
Websites: thelocalrose.com ; shivarose.com
Book: Whole Beauty

Resources:

Watch: 1986: The Act

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

069 | Love Over Fear | Real Talk

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she explores why we need to choose love even amidst uncertainty and fear, and how although we can’t control much, we always have control over our choices and responses.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Choosing how you want to feel in the present moment
Letting go of the need for answers
Looking at education through a new lens by homeschooling
Prioritizing your self-care & connecting with loved ones
What does safety mean to you?

Resources:

Head over to Make Life Delicious with The Curry Girls to listen and subscribe!
IG: @motherthemother
Website: motherthemother.com
Email: mclean@motherthemother.com

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

068 | Light Work as Medicine | with Brooke Lightstone

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Brooke is an Oracle, Feminine Spiritual Guide, Heart Healer, and Angelic Medicine Woman here to support and heal Women, Mothers and Children. Through her Angelic medicine, feminine spiritual counseling, healing meditations and sacred feminine practices, Brooke supports women and children in remembering their wholeness and divinity.

Through her self-healing practices, Brooke supports women in creating harmony within and at home.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

The Divine feminine and sacred anger
How to use light energy with yourself and children
Using sound and working with the Archangels
Two practices for navigating this time with your partner
Brooke’s experience growing up in the Agape Church
Tools for healing our ancestral lineages
Actions we can take to become better allies

Follow Brooke:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

067 | Motherhood: Taking Back Our Sovereignty | with Rachelle Garcia Seliga

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Rachelle Garcia Seliga is a Mother, Wife and Certified Professional Midwife, with 18 years experience working within the realms of holistic women's health care. She is the creator and director of INNATE Postpartum Care Trainings; a system of postpartum education for birth and health care providers rooted in the truth that: Maternal Health is Foundational to Humanity's Health. Rachelle is Co-Founder of Starseed Root School of Traditional Healing, a revillaging project and educational center in the mountains of Northern New Mexico. All of Rachelle's work is dedicated to midwifing a cultural shift of Thriving Life.

Rachelle is a wealth of knowledge and there is no way to encapsulate her work in just one interview. I felt very called to connect with her on her feelings through this active portal of change we all find ourselves in (COVID/ Awakening). To hear more of her incredible back story and life’s journey please go listen to two of my favorite womens’ podcasts –

Medicine Stories ~ with Amber Magnolia Hill, Episode #61 and MagaMama Podcast ~ with Kimberly Ann Johnson 2 Episodes found on April 8, 2019 & April 10, 2020.

Her Innate Postpartum Care Online Training sign-up ends July 26th so please look into her training soon if you are called to delve deeply into this training for the Fall.

“The dysfunction and disharmony within our human environments is manifesting through the vulnerable bodies of postpartum women. In fact it is through the bodies of mothers that humanity is being alerted to the urgency of our collective need for change.”

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

What it looks like to normalize the emotions that mothers’ face
Panic and fear in the collective & moving toward a healed reality
Trusting your internal guidance and dropping the need to be liked
How to become aware and begin healing ancestral trauma
Words of wisdom for pregnant and postpartum mommas
Teaching your children about body awareness & modeling self-respect

Follow Rachelle:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

066 | The Micro-Dosing Healing Protocol | with Transformational Doula Paije West

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Paije West refers to herself as a Transformational Doula. She began as a full spectrum doula in Portland, OR with an interest in helping those who were suffering from mental health challenges, substance abuse disorder, and birthing people who needed care and advocacy. She has always been very called to shadow work and ritual and studied astrology as a young girl with the help of her mother. She started working with the tarot more intimately around 8 years ago. Paije offers intuitive tarot and astrology readings remotely and in-person.

A few years into her doula career, she began utilizing sacred medicines of various kinds for healing, and as she dove deeper, opened the doula umbrella to hold space for others during these transformative experiences. Paije works with Iboga, Psilocybin, 5-MeO-DMT, and MDMA. She curates health and wellness retreats with an emphasis on a variety of offerings depending on the group. Similar to a doula in the traditional sense, she creates a sacred container to hold space for psychedelic experiences and also provides resources and referrals when necessary. Integration is a huge piece of the puzzle, and she also provides psychedelic integration and micro-dosing education for those in need. She is also a mother of two young children and a wife.

Paije believes that by honoring, protecting, and understanding the sacred shadow that dwells within us all, together we will create a safe container to let go of any experiences, feelings, or perceived roles that do not allow room for groundbreaking and lasting change.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Which plant medicines can help with healing addiction
MDMA sessions for couples and helping PTSD
The protocol for micro-dosing and which medicines are used
What to expect from a plant medicine ceremony
Integrating traumatic experiences & creating community

Resources:

Paije’s website: thirdeyedoula.com
Paije’s IG: @thirdeyedoula_
Recommended Book: The Psychedelic Explorer’s Guide by James Fadiman Ph.D
Recommended Movie: Fantastic Fungi
Zendoproject.org ; maps.org

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

065 | Living Through Unknown Times Q+A | Real Talk

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she dives into some Q&A’s, speaking to what listeners are needing during these trying times—including navigating social media, advice for sleep training, and why it’s important to lower the expectations you put on yourself.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Knowing when to use your voice vs. be in listening
Honoring the sovereignty of the individual
How to navigate social media during trying times
Being gentle and lowering expectations you put on yourself
Advice for approaching sleep training

Resources:

Click here to listen and subscribe to The Kelli Show!
IG: @motherthemother
Website: motherthemother.com
Email: mclean@motherthemother.com

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

064 | Finding Body Positivity & Inner Health | with Marisa Peck Johnson

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Marisa Peck Johnson is back on the show to talk about her journey to loving her body, how she teaches her kids to feel good in their bodies, and shifting the emphasis from physical appearance to how you feel in your skin!

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

What the body positivity movement looks like for Marisa
Nurturing a positive body image in your kids
Teaching your children how to check in with their bodies
Choosing a home birth versus in a hospital
Being mindful of what foods make you feel good
Celebrating your body through the clothes you wear

Follow Marisa:

hellohuman.com

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

063 | Showing Up for Yourself & Your Sisters | Real Talk

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares tips for caring for your nervous system, and why keeping our cup full is critical for being able to create positive change for our sisters of color.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

The history and significance of Juneteenth
Actionable tips for caring for yourself
Why we need to look at the constructs of our society
Getting curious about your triggers
Ways we can come together as women

Follow McLean:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

062 | When Motherhood Is Different Than Expected | with Christina Soletti

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 10:00:00 +0000

As the Director of Community at Ergobaby, Christina Soletti oversees social media, PR, content, influencer marketing, events and customer care. She has developed and works to maintain the brand voice, manages the content and works closely with influencers to tell authentic and compelling stories.

She is a trained babywearing educator and has had the benefit of working with Dr. Bill Sears, Raylene Phillips, MD and Lela Williams, PhD, among others on the importance of babywearing and the fourth trimester. She is currently editing The Babywearing Book with Dr Bill Sears. With a background in PR, reality TV, and filmmaking, she believes in the power of storytelling and the importance of strong and meaningful relationships.

She is passionate about babies, babywearing, birth, yoga, natural living and healthy eats. When not online reading and writing about all of the above, she can be found spending time with her daughter, creating their family story in their home of Los Angeles.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Attachment styles & establishing a secure attachment with your baby
How Christina’s values shifted when becoming a mother
Changing policies around maternity leave & working moms
Why it’s important to model self-care for our children
How to incorporate micro-moments of mindfulness into your day
Taking our power back & healing generational trauma for our children

This show is supported by:

BLUblox | Head over to blublox.com/MTM for 15% off your pair of BLUblox glasses.

Resources:

Website: ergobaby.com
IG: @ergobaby
Recommended Books: Attached ; The Empath’s Survival Guide

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

061 | Intuition As Seat of The Queen | Real Talk

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she explores how we’ve become detached from our intuition and ways to begin to coming home to yourself.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How we’ve been taught to not trust our intuition
A deeper awareness that comes from pregnancy
Finding a practice to help you detach from the outside noise
Having awareness of who you take advice from

Be sure to listen and subscribe to Basic Witches podcast!

Follow McLean:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

060 | Inspiring Community and Volunteerism in Our Children | with Tracey Boldemann-Tatkin

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Tracey Boldemann-Tatkin, PhD

Tracey Boldemann-Tatkin has served as the director of various philanthropic family foundations over three decades. In addition to her leadership roles, she has been involved at the ground level of humanitarian efforts worldwide. Tracey is co-founder of the PACT Institute.

Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT

Clinician, author, PACT developer, and co-founder of the PACT Institute, Dr. Tatkin teaches at UCLA, maintains a private practice in Southern California, and leads PACT programs in the US and internationally.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

The benefits of youth volunteerism
Ways to be of service with your family
The decline in our society’s sense of community
Attachment theory & how the PACT Institute came to be
Creating agreements in your relationship
Reducing overwhelm & decision-fatigue through movement

This show is supported by:

BLUblox | Head over to blublox.com/MTM for 15% off your pair of BLUblox glasses.
ClearStem | Visit clearstemskincare.com/ and enter code MTM at checkout for $10 off of product orders. For 15% off of their Ditch Your Acne course, visit clearstem-skincare.mykajabi.com/custom-homepage and use code MTM

Resources:

Learn more: thepactinstitute.com

Robert Putnam – Bowling Alone and other civic engagement information:

Robertdputnam.com

Where children can donate gently used stuffed animals and books and toys:

nationalcasagal.org

Following are organizations families can donate to projects:

Family volunteer opportunities:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

059 | How Homeschooling Can Work for Your Family | with Julie Bogart

Wed, 27 May 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Julie Bogart is the popular voice of common sense and compassion in the homeschool community. She's the creator of the innovative writing program called Brave Writer and the popular fast-growing practice called Poetry Teatime. She’s the founder of a homeschool coaching community called The Homeschool Alliance. She home educated her five children for 17 years who are now globe-trotting adults.

Julie draws from her work with tens of thousands of homeschool families over the last 20+ years, and her own homeschool journey to enrich the homeschool and parenting experience. Her writing program includes award-winning online writing classes and paradigm-shifting writing manuals that allow parents and kids to become allies in the writing process.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Homeschooling, unschooling, & various philosophies of learning
The first step to begin homeschooling & choosing curriculum
Building self-awareness & how to communicate effectively
Why it’s important to keep your own love of learning alive
Ways to manage your time & the role of community
Tips for creating a routine that works for your family
How to overcome burnout from homeschooling

This show is supported by:

ClearStem | Visit clearstemskincare.com/ and enter code MTM at checkout for $10 off of product orders. For 15% off of their Ditch Your Acne course, visit clearstem-skincare.mykajabi.com/custom-homepage and use code MTM
Ned | Visit helloned.com/MTM or enter code MTM at checkout for 15% off your first order + free shipping!

Follow Julie:

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058 | Aligning with the Light Even if the World Goes Dark | Real Talk

Wed, 20 May 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares how she’s been focusing on the light while honoring the dark, and invites you to rise up with her.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Being in stillness to receive downloads
Creating change within ourselves & our homes
Having faith and trust in this journey
Learning to live with less for a better future
Honoring where you are + seeking out what brings you joy

This show is supported by:

BetterHelp | This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. If you are struggling, please go to trybetterhelp.com/mother and receive 10% off your first month.
BLUblox | Head over to blublox.com/MTM for 15% off your pair of BLUblox glasses.
ClearStem | Visit clearstemskincare.com/ and enter code MTM at checkout for $10 off of product orders. For 15% off of their Ditch Your Acne course, visit clearstem-skincare.mykajabi.com/custom-homepage and use code MTM

Follow McLean:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

057 | Transformed by Birth | with Dr. Britta Bushnell

Wed, 13 May 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Dr. Britta Bushnell (she/her) is a wife and mother, author of Transformed by Birth, veteran childbirth educator, celebrated speaker, mythologist, specialist in childbirth, relationship, and parenting, and host of the new podcast, Transformed. For over 20 years, Dr. Bushnell has worked with individuals and couples as they prepare for the life-changing experience of giving birth. Her work with parents has been enriched by her doctoral work in mythology and psychology, her years spent as a co-owner of Birthing From Within, as well as her dedicated study of solution-focused brief therapy, storytelling, sustaining sexual vibrancy, and helping romantic partnerships thrive even during parenthood. Britta's work focuses on the transformational journey of pregnancy, birth, and new parenthood. Using a grounded, honest, and playful approach, she helps parents navigate birth and parenthood with strength, confidence, and a deep connection as a couple.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Dr. Bushnell’s approach to working with her clients
The spiritual side of parenthood
Loving advice for parents on the precipice of birth & new parenthood
How mythological tales are being embodied today
Allowing space for your dark and negative emotions

This show is supported by:

BetterHelp | This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. If you are struggling, please go to (trybetterhelp.com/mother) and receive 10% off your first month.
ClearStem | Visit clearstemskincare.com/ and enter code MTM at checkout for $10 off of product orders. For 15% off of their Ditch Your Acne course, visit clearstem-skincare.mykajabi.com/custom-homepage and use code MTM
Ned | Visit helloned.com/MTM or enter code MTM at checkout for 15% off your first order + free shipping!

Follow Dr. Bushnell:

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056 | From Rage to Prayer In Times of Quarantine | with Lara Elliott

Wed, 06 May 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Lara Elliott is a Reiki Master, a licensed practitioner of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, a Zen Buddhist, and Holistic Coach.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

How Lara and her family have been navigating quarantine
Our current limitations in freedom
Human resiliency & taking ownership of our health
How we can bring healing into the world
Rage, injustice, and truth
Incorporating prayer and reiki healing

This show is supported by:

BetterHelp | This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. If you are struggling, please go to trybetterhelp.com/mother and receive 10% off your first month.
BLUblox | Head over to blublox.com/MTM for 15% off your pair of BLUblox glasses.

Head over to OK, Babe to listen and subscribe!

Follow Lara:

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055 | Finding Personal Health & Truth Amidst Destabilizing Times | with Dr. Maura Moynihan

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Dr. Maura joins McLean to talk about connecting to your own health and ways to support that during the pandemic.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Dr. Maura’s decision to work during shelter-in-place
Being held & seen as keys for boosting health
Staying open, compassionate, & allowing people to walk their own path
Nurturing our truth, faith, & connection to source
Dr. Maura’s top preventative measures
Acknowledging your needs & taking time for self-care

This show is supported by:

Ned | Visit helloned.com/MTM or enter code MTM at checkout for 15% off your first order + free shipping!

Follow Dr. Maura:

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

054 | Intuitive Business Marketing During Times of Overwhelm | with Kristen Hinman

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Entrepreneur Kristen Hinman is the host of the CUT THE CRAP PODCAST: Business Breakthroughs, founder & creative director of the digital marketing agency, Peare Media and about to be a mom of 3 littles (5, 3 and one due Sept 2020).

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Tips for creating momentum & consistency in your business
Kristen’s plan for implementing a 90-day cycle
Balancing mom-life when you’re career-driven
Identifying goals and creating structure
Defining what success is for you right now

Follow Kristen:

Click here to listen and subscribe to The Uncensored Empath with Sarah Small!

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

053 | Decision Fatigue & Cultivating Intuitive Living | Real Talk

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she delves into the many ways moms end up experiencing decision fatigue and ways to overcome it, along with how to form a deeper connection with your intuition.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Honoring your needs
Living in your own authenticity
Fatigue from the small decisions moms have to make every day
Choosing where you put your energy
Being mindful of whose opinions you consider
Tips for reconnecting with yourself and intuition

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This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

052 | Learning to Let Go | with Yoga Nidra & Meditation Teacher Hilary Jackendoff

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Hilary Jackendoff is a Los Angeles based meditation and Yoga Nidra teacher, formally trained in the North Indian lineage of the Bihar School of Yoga. Hilary's teaching philosophy aims to demystify ancient wisdom, making it more accessible, practical, and fun. She is committed to helping her students develop a sense of ownership of their own consciousness, embracing the notion that the spiritual doesn't always have to be so serious. Through this understanding, they can connect more deeply to joy, play, and the lightness of being!

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

The restorative effect of Yoga Nidra
Using Yoga Nidra during postpartum
Hilary’s background with different styles of meditation
Hilary’s experience living in an ashram
Supporting women in trusting their own knowing

Follow Hilary:

IG: @meditationchick
Facebook: Meditation Chick
Free Meditations: Insight Timer
Website: meditationchick.com (free 5 Days to Better Sleep guide)
Featured on Good Morning America: Your Guide to a Perfect Night’s Sleep

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

051 | We signed up for this Rodeo and now We Ride | Pandemic times with Sufi Ertur

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Sufi’s experiences as an assistant midwife and doula led her to recognize that a lot more was going on behind the scenes at births and during postpartum than met the eye. She noticed that Loss and Grief affect birth and Postpartum outcomes, then discovered that giving those aspects a voice would often change the terrain of the physical and the outcome. As an intuitive, Sufi is able to troubleshoot issues, share messages from little ones, as well as share the essence of who your baby is as a soul and how you may want to proceed and interact to best serve your baby.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

What Sufi’s received during her readings
Adjusting to your family’s rhythms
Being a virtual doula
Tree meditation for grounding
Information coming through Sufi’s baby readings
Sufi’s experience with her c-section
Creating moments for yourself to recharge

Follow Sufi:

IG: @spiritbabywhisperer

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

050 | Sitting with What Is: Amidst the Coronavirus Pandemic | Real Talk

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 10:00:00 +0000

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares her heart, wanting you to know she is here with you throughout the changes happening due to COVID-19.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Living in the unknown
Letting go of fear
Feeling into your emotions
Cultivating a meditation practice
Setting intentions & stepping into your dharma
Finding gratitude

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049 | What Moms Secretly Wonder About | Real Talk

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Do you ever think, “how are all the other moms doing everything so well, all the time?” Then this episode is for you because—spoiler alert—they aren't. In today’s solo episode, McLean dives into some listener questions around what moms wonder about other mothers, but are too shy to ask.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Suffering in the motherhood realm
Letting go of control
The power in choice
Tips for making easy, nourishing meals
Family routines with sleep
Self-care rituals for moms
Navigating partnership conflicts

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048 | Postpartum Healing & Business Building | with Breighl Robbins of Ebi

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Welcome Breighl Robbins—the owner and creator of the plant-based, postpartum care company, Ebi. Ebi’s mission is to encourage new mothers to make space to care for themselves during the postpartum period. To provide balance in the name of fostering true connection. The connection between mother and child, mother and community, and communities with the world at large. Ebi is committed to advocating for all mothers before, during, and after pregnancy.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Feeling gratitude for our female ancestors
Breighl’s birthing experience
The importance of nourishing yourself postpartum
How Breighl built her business as a new mom
Listening and letting your truth guide you
Having a diverse group of mom friends

Follow Breighl:

IG: @ebi.kit
www.weareebi.com

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

047 | Freedom in Flow - Practicing the "40 Days Tradition" Anytime | Real Talk

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Healing is possible wherever we are. We get to create a space to heal and grow at any moment.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

Different phases of mothering
The power of 40 days
Healing wherever we are

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046 | Mystic Power Mother Muse | with Sri Mati

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000

What you get with Sri Mati in all her endeavors, is a sermon or prayer which radiates the vibration of MOTHER, an energy that comes through her essence, her words and her music.

In this episode of Mother the Mother:

What is Aging?
Becoming your own authority
The beliefs we never chose
Parenting and schooling
Medical Freedom

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IG: @srimati

https://www.juliepiatt.com/

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

045 | Late Night Mom Ramble on Facing Our Fears & Showing Up in Service | Real Talk

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000

I recorded this episode on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and it stirred up a lot of thoughts about facing our fears and showing up in service, so I just went with it. Enjoy! Resources: Instagram: @motherthemother (https://www.instagram.com/motherthemother/) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

044 | Postpartum Healing Round 2 | with Jana Roemer

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000

The last time we had Jana Roemer on the show, she shared how we can use Yoga Nidra to promote peace and rest in motherhood (and beyond). I didn’t even know it at the time, but she was newly pregnant — and now she has a gorgeous two-month-old baby! So, she came back to share her postpartum journey and how she set herself up to thrive by using lessons learned from her first pregnancy. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Learn more at www.janaroemer.com (https://www.janaroemer.com/) Instagram: www.instagram.com/jana_roemer (https://www.instagram.com/jana_roemer/) Get a FREE of Astro Nidras session: https://sellfy.com/p/IU26 (https://sellfy.com/p/IU26/) Jana on Insight Timer: insighttimer.com/janaroemernidra (https://insighttimer.com/janaroemernidra) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

043 | Upleveling in Partnership: 10-Year Wedding Anniversary + Recommitment | Real Talk

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000

I have been with my partner for a little over 10 years now, and I have changed so much. When I look at our relationship today, I can see how we handle things with so much more grace, compassion, and honesty than we did even just a few years ago — and when I reflect on the path that brought us here, I see how we probably wouldn’t have made it to this point if we weren’t brought to our knees and forced to intentionally work on ourselves and our relationship in the process. So, today, I want to reflect on the last decade with my husband, giving you a glimpse of my life as a wife and a mother. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Instagram: @motherthemother (https://www.instagram.com/motherthemother/) Learn more about Stan Tatkin’s work with couples: www.thepactinstitute.com/for-couples (https://www.thepactinstitute.com/for-couples) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

042 | Looking at Women's Worth Within the Home + Navigating Hiring Domestic Help | with Marisa Peck Johnson

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000

I met Marisa Peck Johnson when we were both new moms, and I don’t have enough good things to say about her: she makes me cry laughing every time I see her, she is so well-spoken, and she is willing to advocate for her own physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Plus, she’s one of the rockin’ female co-founders of Hello Human, which unlocks the potential of teams by leveraging both Western and Eastern methodologies. I ran into Marisa a few weeks and we just had the deepest conversation about the poignant topic of nanny care. She listened to me, which I am so grateful for, and then she offered some really valuable insight. So I asked her to come on the show because I wanted to share some of that insight (and humor!) with all of you, too. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Check out www.hellohuman.com (https://www.hellohuman.com/) Connect with me on Instagram: @motherthemother (https://www.instagram.com/motherthemother/) Earth Warriors Oracle Tarot Cards (https://www.amazon.com/Earth-Warriors-Oracle-Guardians-Visionaries/dp/0738759384) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

041 | Life is Fully in Session | Real Talk

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 11:00:00 +0000

To close out this year, I sit down with my favorite Tarot deck and allow spirit to guide my intention and our conversation. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Instagram: @motherthemother (https://www.instagram.com/motherthemother/) Earth Warriors Oracle Tarot Cards (https://www.amazon.com/Earth-Warriors-Oracle-Guardians-Visionaries/dp/0738759384) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

040 | Courageous Communication with Spirit Babies & More: Within the 5 Senses + Beyond the Veil | with Sarah Naia Soleil

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Sarah Naia Soleil’s sequence of being conceived was the initial spark that ignited her passion for the invisible doorways and non-verbal realms that surround us. A mother of two, Sarah received the gift of experiencing a life-changing transcendent state of consciousness during the four-and-a-half-hour birth of her son. This initiation led her to study midwifery and serve as a birth doula, which has been apart of her journey ever since. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: sarahnaiasoleil.com (http://sarahnaiasoleil.com/) Instagram: www.instagram.com/sarah.naia.soleil (https://www.instagram.com/sarah.naia.soleil/) Facebook: www.facebook.com/sarah.skogberg (https://www.facebook.com/sarah.skogberg) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

039 | Hired Help: The Many Aspects of This Hot Parenting Topic | Real Talk

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Today I want to start a conversation about a topic that I seem to talk about almost every single day with my friends: hiring childcare help. This is such a huge question, especially for working mothers, and people have really strong opinions on every side of this debate — and my intention with this episode is not to pick a side but to start a conversation. Nothing I’m sharing today is a judgment on you, your nanny, or your mothers. This is just a really complicated topic that has a lot of nuanced variables, and I think we’re doing ourselves a disservice when we don’t bring these conversations to the table. There’s a lot of shame, guilt, and blame out there, even just in communities for mothers, but shame has no home here on Mother the Mother. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Instagram: @motherthemother (https://www.instagram.com/motherthemother/) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

038 | Documentary Filmmaking, Running for Every Mother Counts + Midwifery | with Clancy McCarty

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Clancy McCarty began her career in maternal health by co-producing maternal health advocate Christy Turlington’s debut documentary film, (http://cnn.com/mothers) about why the U.S. is the worst developed country to give birth in. Now she’s on a new adventure as a student nurse-midwife, learning new skills to continue her mission of addressing the systematic issues affecting women around the world, such as basic human rights for every person and reproductive justice. Clancy is an artist, an inspiration, and a beam of light who is here to make changes and make the world better, and I am so honored to share that light with all of you today! To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Instagram: instagram.com/clancymccarty (https://www.instagram.com/clancymccarty/) Watch CNN’s Documentary Series Giving Birth in America: cnn.com/mothers (http://cnn.com/mothers) Learn more at everymothercounts.org/giving-birth-in-america/ (https://everymothercounts.org/giving-birth-in-america/) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

037 | Interview with my Dream Podcast Expander and Working Mom Inspiration | Elise Loehnen

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Elise Loehnen is the Chief Content Officer at goop, co-host of The goop Podcast, and just a huge inspiration to me over the years. I am so grateful for all of the incredible interviews she’s shared with us and how she is always standing in her femininity, empowered and powerful. I also think she’s a fantastic role model for all of the working mothers out there who are committed to doing everything without sacrificing their relationship with their children or their passions. Elise is just one of many women who are bringing us together and connecting us in new ways via the internet, and I love that I can be even a small part of that movement and lineage as well. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Learn more at goop.com/goop-authors/elise-loehnen (https://goop.com/goop-authors/elise-loehnen/) Instagram: www.instagram.com/eliseloehnen (https://www.instagram.com/eliseloehnen/) Listen: The goop Podcast (https://goop.com/the-goop-podcast/) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

036 | Birth Worker Genes + How Pregnancy Changes Everything | with Raegan Loston

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Raegan Loston shares how pregnancy has shifted how she approaches being a Reiki practitioner, breathwork facilitator, and birth doula. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Breathwork: www.instagram.com/breathewithraelo (https://www.instagram.com/breathewithraelo) Doula: www.instagram.com/OmMyDoula (https://www.instagram.com/OmMyDoula) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

035 | My First Panchakarma Experience | Real Talk

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Panchakarma is like an Ayurvedic cleanse that resets the body, mind, and spirit through the use of medicinal ghee, an herbal purge, and a specific diet that slowly brings the body back into balance. I had heard a lot of varying experiences from other people, so I didn’t really know what to expect, but I am so grateful for this powerfully shifting and re-centering experience. Note: If you want to do Panchakarma, it is important that you work with an Ayurvedic practitioner that you trust and who will work with you as an individual. Ayurveda is a very specific medicine and science, and this wisdom has been honed over thousands of years. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Learn more at trueayurveda.com (https://www.trueayurveda.com/) Instagram: instagram.com/juliebernier (https://www.instagram.com/juliebernier/) (https://www.amazon.com/Ayurveda-Lifestyle-Wisdom-Complete-Prescription/dp/1622038274) by Acharya Shunya Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

034 | Spirit Baby Readings + Conscious Motherhood | with Sufi Ertur

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Sufi Ertur is a dear friend, another OG doula in the LA community, and a medium who offers these incredible baby readings. Her work is vast and, appropriately, we talk about a LOT in this episode! From navigating joy to her work as both a birth and postpartum doula to soul cartography, this episode goes every which way and I am so happy to share this wild and wonderful woman with all of you. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Learn more at www.joynavigation.com (https://www.joynavigation.com/) Instagram: instagram.com/spiritbabywhisperer (https://www.instagram.com/spiritbabywhisperer/) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

033 | An OG Doula + Spice Creatrix | with Nicole Rice

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 11:00:00 +0000

About 15 years ago, Nicole Rice traded in her career as a fashion PR and marketing executive to pioneer a new path in the wellness world. She became a doula and Ayurvedic educator, one of the first in LA, helping to empower the mothers and the birth community before it was cool. Nicole also co-founded Countertop Foods (https://www.countertopfoods.com/) , which draws upon Ayurvedic wisdom to create spice-powered honey, ghee, and seasoning blends that don’t compromise flavor or your health. Learn more at http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Check out Countertop Foods (https://www.countertopfoods.com/) Instagram: www.instagram.com/nickersrice/ (https://www.instagram.com/nickersrice/?hl=en) (https://www.amazon.com/Postnatal-Depletion-Cure-Rebuilding-Reclaiming-ebook/dp/B0763L1K6S) by Oscar Serrallach Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

032 | Birth + The First 40 Days Experience | in Bed with Christen Delaney + Her 17-Day-Old Baby

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 11:00:00 +0000

You might remember Christen Delaney from episode 22, in which we discussed Christen’s incredible jewelry business and plans for her upcoming pregnancy. Well, now the baby is out and Christen is honoring the sacred 40-day period by nesting in bed — so we recorded a conversation all about her birth and postpartum experiences, live from that very bed! I’m so passionate about sharing these stories in real-time because that’s when it’s most honest and real. So, I am honored + thankful that Christen inviting us into her space to enjoy this hour with her and learn from her journey. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Learn more at cam-jewelry.com (https://www.cam-jewelry.com/) Instagram: instagram.com/c_a_mjewelry (https://www.instagram.com/c_a_mjewelry/) Facebook: facebook.com/camjewelry (https://www.facebook.com/camjewelry) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

031 | Finding the Light: Healing Motherhood Wounds Through the Lense of a Camera | with Nicki Sebastian

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Nicki Sebastian is an incredible photographer who uses her camera to capture the beauty and chaos of motherhood, and if you haven’t seen her series of motherhood portraits yet you really need to check them out on Instagram: @motherhoodportraits (https://www.instagram.com/motherhoodportraits/) . Nicki is so gifted at finding and capturing the most beautiful moments of motherhood, using her photography as both a gift to others and a source of healing in her own motherhood journey. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: www.nickisebastian.com (http://www.nickisebastian.com/) Instagram: @nickisebastian (https://www.instagram.com/nickisebastian/) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

030 | Decluttering Space and Mind + Learning New Words | Real Talk

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 11:00:00 +0000

There’s just so much deep, deep stuff going on in the world right now, and it’s been forcing me to delve deep into my own psyche to look for answers — so, today, I invite you to join me on this journey. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

029 | Intentionally Bringing the Light to Motherhood + the Corporate World | with Trish Moreno

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 11:00:00 +0000

I invite you all to get centered at the beginning of this week’s episode before you get inspired by the incredible Trish Moreno, President/CEO and Creative Director of Little Giraffe, a luxury baby brand I’m sure most parents are already familiar with. I’ve known Trish for over a decade now, and whether it’s as a mother, as a friend, or as a badass woman in the working world, I just vibe so hard with everything she does! To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com) Resources: Check out www.littlegiraffe.com (https://www.littlegiraffe.com/) Instagram: instagram.com/trishmorenoceo/ (https://www.instagram.com/trishmorenoceo/) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media)

028 | Creating a Firm Foundation for Motherhood | with Perinatal Mental Health Therapist Abby Burd

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 11:00:00 +0000

We start today’s episode with a short breathing exercise that will help you take a moment to recenter — because it’s so powerful what we can do, even with just three breaths, when we put intention behind our actions! Then we move into an incredible interview with Perinatal Mental Health Therapist Abby Burd, who has spent nearly two decades helping clients overcome anxiety, depression, substance abuse, issues with self-esteem, and more. But Abby is a proud mama first, and she integrates her passion for motherhood with her profession to support other pregnant and postpartum women. I just met her two days before our episode, but she is a person who uses her voice to lift up and empower pregnant and postpartum women — and that is a person whose voice I want to share! To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com/) Resources: Learn more at burdtherapy.com (https://www.burdtherapy.com/) Prevent Postpartum Depression online course: preventppd.com (http://preventppd.com/) Instagram: www.instagram.com/burdtherapy/ (https://www.instagram.com/burdtherapy/) Facebook: www.facebook.com/BurdPsychotherapy (https://www.facebook.com/BurdPsychotherapy/) Twitter: twitter.com/babybirdsfarm (https://twitter.com/babybirdsfarm) Postpartum Support International: postpartum.net (https://www.postpartum.net/) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media/)

027 | Ayurvedic Healing for All Stages of Womanhood + Motherhood | with Julie Bernier

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Julie Bernier is an Ayurvedic practitioner and yoga teacher who I have had the pleasure and privilege of working with to develop my own Ayurvedic practice. I love who approachable, warm, and welcoming she is — holding all of this ancient knowledge for us but, at the same time, just talking to you like one of the girls. So, she’s been a transformative person on my journey as a mother and a healer, and I am so excited for you all to meet her! To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com/) Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media/)

026 | Art of Motherhood: Pregnancy Sculptures + Intentionally Creating Your Family Values | with Christina Justiz Roush

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Christina Justiz Roush isn’t a birth worker in the traditional sense — but, in her own unique and incredible way, she does oh so very much for mothers! Because Christina is a visual artist whose work is grounded in the feminine. After graduating college, she worked for the acclaimed sculpture artist Carole Feuerman and learned the difficult and delicate art of live casting and sculpture finishing. Today, she uses that technique to create these remarkable live-cast pregnancy sculptures! Words really don’t do it justice. You have to check out her Instagram account ( @c_justiz_r (https://www.instagram.com/c_justiz_r/) ) and see the process of making these things. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com/) Resources: Learn more at christinajustizroush.com (http://christinajustizroush.com/) Instagram: instagram.com/c_justiz_r (https://www.instagram.com/c_justiz_r/) (http://www.brucefeiler.com/books-articles/the-secrets-of-happy-families/) by Bruce Feiler Interested in motherhood coaching? Send me a message to McLean@motherthemother.com! Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media/)

025 | Sacred Stone Adornment | with Savannah King

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Savannah King is a goldsmith, a stone sorceress, a healer, a strong Scoprio Sister, and a dear friend. Today, I am so excited to share her insight and her story, and I am so happy I could bring her on as my first guest in the new space—already, I can tell the energy here is better for it! To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com (http://motherthemother.com/) Resources: Learn more at savannahking.com (https://www.savannahking.com/) Instagram: instagram.com/savannahkingjewelry (https://www.instagram.com/savannahkingjewelry/) Facebook: facebook.com/savannahkingjewelry (https://www.facebook.com/savannahkingjewelry/) (https://www.amazon.com/Song-Increase-Listening-Honeybees-Beekeeping/dp/1622037448) by Jacqueline Freeman Mother the Mother is a production of (http://crate.media/)

024 | Navigating Change + Attachment / Detachment | Real Talk

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 15:00:00 +0000

This is the first episode I’ve recorded in the new house... and it feels pretty surreal. It’s a truly interesting moment of time in my journey, so I’m glad that I can take a few minutes to sit in the moment and share that with all of you. : ) I also want to take this opportunity to start a conversation about some of the things that are bubbling up in our communities. Because I know that if I’m feeling something coming up, and so many of my close friends are, then many of you are as well. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at www.motherthemother.com Instagram: @motherthemother Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

023 | Eclipse Season + Manifestation + Expansion | Real Talk

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Today, I want to check in and reflect on the last couple of months. We went through two eclipses and Mercury in retrograde... and it’s been intense, to say the least! To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at www.motherthemother.com Instagram: @motherthemother Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

022 | Making Jewelry & Babies | with Christen Delaney of CAM Jewelry

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Christen Delaney is an LA-based jewelry designer, tea goddess, and soon-to-be mother of two – and I have the wonderful opportunity to be her Postpartum Doula this September! She’s an awesome woman, a fantastic mom, and I am so inspired by her work + the creativity that she shares with the world every day. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at (https://www.cam-jewelry.com/) Instagram: instagram.com/c_a_mjewelry Facebook: facebook.com/camjewelry Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

021 | In Business for Mothers | with Erin Erenberg

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Erin Erenberg is the founder of Totum Women, a company created to serve women as they enter motherhood, whether for the first or fourteenth time. They offer lactation cookies for new mothers, but Totum is so much more than that – it is a community that new mothers can come to for the support and resources they need in the postpartum period. We all deserve to love our postpartum, and I love that that is part of the intention behind Totum. Erin is an incredible businessperson who all birth workers can learn a little from, a wonderful mother, and a new friend that I am so happy to share with all of you today : ) Other things shared in this episode: Postpartum guilt + shame Bringing a business mind into this industry Finding your sense of purpose in motherhood Masculine Vs. Feminine polarity Feeling a lack of confidence as a mother Birth workers being overworked and burnt out is so last year Limiting beliefs around being a mother + starting a business Why Erin started with cookies Erin’s birth experiences Creating a new paradigm Resources: totumwomen.com Instagram: instagram.com/totumwomen

020 | Yoga Nidra for Peace & Health within Motherhood + Family Expansion | with Jana Roemer

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 15:00:00 +0000

After 20 years of traveling and studying with respected teachers and nearly a decade in the role of teacher, Jana Roemer settled down in CA to share what she learned about yoga, astrology, and birth with the lovely people of Venice. She is a Midwife of Awakening, guiding people to find answers through their inner voice – ironically, by falling asleep (sorta). One of the practices that Jana teaches is called Yoga Nidra, which is the practice of Yogic Sleep. This ancient practice has you laying down in Savasana, eventually learning to not just fall asleep but enter an altered state of awareness where you learn more about yourself. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at (https://www.janaroemer.com/) Instagram: www.instagram.com/jana_roemer Get a FREE of Astro Nidras session: https://sellfy.com/p/IU26 Jana on Insight Timer: insighttimer.com/janaroemernidra Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

019 | Expanding the Family + Postpartum Healing in Hindsight + Setting Yourself Up To Thrive | with The Mother Loving Future

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:00:00 +0000

I had the honor of sitting down with Amber L'Estrange and Jenna Pennrose the dynamic duo behind The Mother Loving Future, an incredible podcast about life at the intersection of conscious living and parenting. We talk all about the journey from one kid to two, the realities of life as a mother just trying to find any semblance of balance, creating conscious partnerships, and reflect on our postpartum shifts and what we might do differently in the future – plus, they reveal some EXCITING news about The Mother Loving Future! To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at themotherlovingfuture.com Listen: The Mother Loving Future Show Instagram: instagram.com/themotherlovingfuture Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

018 | Death Becomes Her: Conscious Dying + The Art of Death Midwifery | with Olivia Bareham

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Rev. Olivia Bareham has been a powerful inspiration and guiding force in my life and in my relationship with death – something that is often difficult for us to talk about or even think about, but something that is also necessary to talk about when you’re discussing life. That is why Olivia – who is a certified Death Midwife, Home Funeral Guide, and Celebrant – founded Sacred Crossings with the vision of changing the culture of death and dying through education, death midwifery, and home funerals. Olivia not only counsels bedside with the dying but facilitates classes and workshops in conscious dying and a certificate program in The Art of Death Midwifery. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at (http://sacredcrossings.com/) Facebook: facebook.com/Sacred-Crossings-214677251959029/ Twitter: twitter.com/sacredcrossings Die Wise: A Manifesto for Sanity and Soul by Stephen Jenkinson Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

017 | Podcast Inspiration + Branding + Women's Work

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Kelli Tennant is like my second podcast mom. She pushed me, inspired me, and pointed me in the right direction so that I could share my message with all of you beautiful people! Kelli is also the host of her own podcast, (https://kellitennant.com/category/podcast/) , and a big believer in the power of podcasts to change people’s lives. I also know you will love Kelli, too, because she is an advocate for women in everything she does, using her podcast and platform to help us heal, grow and elevate our lives through food, holistic medicine, and badass vibes. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at (https://kellitennant.com/) See Ceremony Wellness LIVE: kellitennant.com/live Listen: Ceremony Wellness Instagram: instagram.com/kellimtennant Facebook: facebook.com/ceremonywellness Twitter: twitter.com/kellitennant Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

016 | Birth + Loss within the Life Continuum of Women | with Ivy Joeva

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Ivy Joeva is a certified holistic health counselor, registered yoga therapist, DONA-certified birth and postpartum doula, and Khalsa Way prenatal yoga instructor – which all adds up to being a mother’s personal consultant for birth and beyond! Ivy firmly believes “EVERY birth is a good birth,” and that’s why she’s so passionate about encouraging moms to find their own voice and values, armed with accurate information and a strong arsenal of tools for labor and life. Today, Ivy shares why she started her second life as a doula, how she rocks that true feminine power to her core, and what women need to know about birth and loss along the life continuum of womanhood. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: (http://motherthemother.com/) Resources: Learn more at (http://ivyjoeva.com/) Instagram: instagram.com/ivyjoeva Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

015 | Embracing What Is: Motherhood + Integrative Reiki + Zen Buddhism | with Lara Elliott

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Lara Elliott, M.S. LAc is the incredible, inspiring woman who taught me reiki, and she’s really become a dear friend over the years. I have so much respect for the way that she works and how she has studied so many different modalities: craniosacral therapy, Reiki, acupuncture, chinese medicine, and Zen Buddhism to name a few. But before she transitioned into the healing arts, Lara was in the fashion world for years – and I love that because I really resonate with body workers or healers who have walked the walk and lived many different lives. I find it easier to connect with and trust the people who have really lived. I don’t think that’s necessarily right for everybody, but it’s important for me when I’m trusting someone to enter my sacred space and help me heal. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at laraelliotthealing.com Instagram: instagram.com/laraelliott1 Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

014 | Post-Retreat Download + The Freedom of Getting Away | Real Talk

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Last week, I shared all my big feelings about leaving town for nine days without my babies – and, today, I want to share what I learned about myself and my relationship from our couple’s retreat! To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at www.motherthemother.com Instagram: @motherthemother Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

013 | MagaMama on Women's Worth + Single Motherhood + Up Leveling in Business | with Kimberly Ann Johnson

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Kimberly Ann Johnson is a dear friend and colleague, and she has been an expander and inspiration for me ever since inviting me to be on her podcast! I joined her just four days before I gave birth to Goldy Wolf, and I was in the “birth zone” so I loved sharing what it was like to be in that portal and what my hopes and dreams were for my birth (spoiler: they came true!). That was my first ever podcast interview, so really, you can think of Kimberly as my “podcast mom!” Kimberly is a Sexological Bodyworker, a Somatic Experiencing trauma resolution practitioner, a birth doula, and a single mom. She specializes in helping women prepare for birth, recover from birth injuries and birth trauma, and heal from sexual trauma. She is the author of the bestselling book The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions and Restoring Your Vitality, an incredible book that I recommend to any new mom or mom-to-be! She is also the creator of Activate Your Inner Jaguar, an online course ushering women into their full voices and sexual expression. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at (https://www.magamama.com/) IG : @magamamas Podcast: MagaMama with Kimberly Ann Johnson Read: The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions and Restoring Your Vitality Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

012 | Big Feelings: Discussing Trust + Allowing for Miracles as I Leave Town (Without My Kids!) | Real Talk

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Our society likes to talk about the hard things in life after they’ve already happened; we like to wait until we’ve already gone through the healing process and found some closure. But I don’t. I like to talk about things while I’m going through them, and I like to listen to people while they’re going through their own stuff. Especially in this space, I think it’s really important to know how people feel when they’re actually going through the thing – because almost all of us are going to go through a pregnancy or support a loved one going through a pregnancy at some point in our lives, and almost all of us are going to have some difficulties during the postpartum period! And, because we often feel alone when we’re going through difficult times, it can be so powerfully healing to hear these stories. So, today, I want to talk about my experience as I prepare to leave my children for an extended period of time, for the first time since my first child was born. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at www.motherthemother.com Instagram: @motherthemother Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

011 | Deep Healing: When Mind + Body + Spirit Are Viewed as Equal Parts of the Whole | with Dr. Jo Taisuke

Wed, 29 May 2019 15:00:00 +0000

I am absolutely over the moon to share today’s guest with all of you. Dr. Jo Taisuke is an amazing person, healer, and bodyworker who has been a key player in my postpartum healing. My whole family goes to see Dr. Jo, and we really appreciate his holistic perspective on health; he views the person as an interconnected system of mind, body, and spirit, in which each part of the system is an equal part of the whole. I can’t say enough positive things about this man, and after this episode, I’m sure you will understand why! To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at (http://www.doctorjo.com/) Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

010 | Relationship After Baby | Real Talk

Wed, 22 May 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Content warning: I discuss physical and sexual abuse in this episode. Today I want to start a conversation about your relationships, partnerships, and marriages after having a baby. This is a massive topic and I’m sure we’ll talk about it again on the show, but a lot of people have been coming to me with questions about partnership so I think it’s pertinent that we start the discussion today. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at www.motherthemother.com Instagram: @motherthemother Stan Tatkin: (https://stantatkin.com/) Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

009 | Postpartum Psychosis + Healing | with Lisa Abramson

Wed, 15 May 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Many moms and moms-to-be aren’t aware of Postpartum Psychosis, and it certainly wasn’t something our guest ever thought possible when she got pregnant. And although it isn’t very common – it affects about 1 in 1000 new moms – it’s something that women should be aware of and talking about. So, in today’s episode, Lisa Abramson shares her journey of giving birth, coming to terms with her psychosis, seeking professional help, and ultimately committing to mindfulness self-care practices that allowed her to heal herself and, later, give birth to a second healthy baby girl. It’s a powerful and moving story, but the most beautiful thing about it is that Lisa didn’t stop after healing herself – she is now showing up for thousands of other women, as an executive coach, mindfulness teacher, and the author of The Wise Mama Guide to Maternity Leave. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at: (http://www.lisaabramson.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisaaabramson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lisafriedrichs Read: The Wise Mama Guide to Maternity Leave Lisa’s TEDx Talk: Let’s Talk About Postpartum Depression NPR Radio Interview: "She Strived to Be the Perfect Mom and Landed in the Psych Ward" Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

008 | Women's Worth in Motherhood + Honoring Women Without Kids | Real Talk

Wed, 08 May 2019 15:00:00 +0000

What do you feel you are worth? Women’s worth is a massive topic, and it’s something I feel like I’m always discussing with my mom friends, my single friends, my colleagues, and my mentors – so, pretty much every woman in my life! It’s definitely a societal question that’s being asked right now, as women are standing up for themselves like they never have before. But this is also a very confusing time; it’s a confusing time in our political climate, it’s a confusing time in our job market, and it’s a confusing time in many of our families. We’re dancing around a whole new way of being, of looking at motherhood and womanhood; we all know that mothers, and women in general, are not supported as we need to be, but I also think we can see this changing in front of our eyes, and things will improve for our generation and the generations to come. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at www.motherthemother.com Instagram: @motherthemother Read: Spirit Babies: How to Communicate with the Child You're Meant to Have by Walter Makichen Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

007 | Motherhood + Mantras | with Wah!

Wed, 01 May 2019 15:00:00 +0000

This interview is a total dream moment manifested. Wah! recently came to my house in LA, met my family (we’re all huge fans), and sat down with me to share her journey of living her dharma, sharing her music, and mantras for healing. I emailed Wah! out of the blue last Fall on what I thought would be a total shot in the dark, but she met my question with a big, “Yes!” I am eternally grateful to Wah! for allowing her stunning recording of “Jai Ma” to be played at the beginning of the show to set the tone and intention for the Mother The Mother podcast. I knew in my bones that it had to have this mantra, and so it is. Wah! is a world-renowned musician who brings healing through sound and the teachings of yoga, creating high energy tracks of Sanskrit mantras using electronic keyboards, drums, and bass. If you have taken a yoga class in the last 20 years, you have undoubtedly heard her music. She has also lectured at Princeton University and Loyola Marymount University, performed with Deepak Chopra and Wayne Dyer, and taught at Omega Institute and 1440 Multiversity. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Check out (http://www.wahmusic.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healingwah/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Wah/31827872638 Twitter: https://twitter.com/wahchannel Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

006 | Self-Care = Self-Love | Real Talk

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Self-care is a bit of a buzzword these days, and a lot of us are trying to prioritize implementing self-care into our daily lives – but it can (ironically) be a little stressful figuring out where and when to start, especially as moms and moms-to-be! So today, we’re going to think about what “self-care” means to each of us, in this moment and at this particular point on our journey of motherhood, and simple self-care strategies that anyone can implement. This isn’t just lip service to a trendy topic – self-care and self-nurturing is setting you up or setting you down for the life that you want to be living. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at www.motherthemother.com Instagram: @motherthemother Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

005 | Psychological Astrologer: What We Can Learn from the Human Experience | with Danielle Beinstein

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Danielle Beinstein is a great friend and an extremely grounded psychological astrologer. So, if this is a world you know nothing about, if it’s something you’ve been interested in dipping your toe into, or even if it seems a little too woo-woo for you, I urge you to listen with an open mind because she is a beautiful entré into the world of psychological astrology. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at http://www.daniellebeinstein.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danibeinstein Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

004 | My Birth Stories | Real Talk

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Birth stories are a fascinating portal into who we are as women and how we bring our babies earthside... and it’s just so incredible how we all do it so differently! So, today, I want to share my birth stories. I think it’s important that I share these experiences because they are really what led me into this work, and they still guide me today. I had to go through a lot of pain and suffering to get here, and now I want to, as much as I can, to support other women so that they don’t have to suffer in isolation. But I also want to acknowledge that, especially if you’re pregnant, this is not your story; you and your baby have your own unfolding that will be revealed in due time. Every woman has their own journey and their own lessons that they need to learn. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at www.motherthemother.com Instagram: @motherthemother Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

003 | Mamaste, Mindful Moms, & Supporting Women On the Birth Journey | with Lori Bregman

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Today, I am so honored to be able to share one of the most positive women that I know (I swear she is sprinkled with fairy dust): Lori Bregman, a renowned doula, life coach, healer, and the author of both The Mindful Mom to Be and Mamaste: Discover a More Authentic, Balanced, and Joyful Motherhood from Within. From the day that I met Lori as a brand new Postpartum Doula, she has been nothing shy of a sister of the heart and mentor to me. She has encouraged me and lifted me up when I needed guidance, and I know that all of her clients feel the same way about her. With over 15 years of experience, Lori works with moms to be and new moms on all aspects of their personal transformation, from fertility through pregnancy and into new motherhood. She is unique in her innate ability to blend spiritual coaching, healing, and intuition, fully integrating them into a powerful Doula practice. Lori cultivates a strong relationship with her clients by supporting them throughout the entire process – before, during and after the birth – because the delivery is just one part of the journey of birthing not only a healthy baby, but also a healthy mother. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at (http://www.loribregman.com/) Instagram: @lbreggy Read: Mamaste: Discover a More Authentic, Balanced, and Joyful Motherhood from Within Read: The Mindful Mom to Be Seedlyfe smoothies: https://seedlyfe.com/ Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

002 | What's Up with the First 40 Days? | Real Talk

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Today I want to start a conversation about the First 40 Days, which is also known as the fourth trimester or sitting moon, and really examine what it means and how you can implement it into your healing, if you feel called to do so. This postpartum period is really a space for you to heal as the mother, and it helps you prepare to show up as a good mother in the many, many months of motherhood to come. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at www.motherthemother.com Instagram: @motherthemother Email: McLean@motherthemother.com The First Forty Days cookbook: https://motherbees.com/pages/book-the-first-forty-days Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

001 | Craniosacral Magic | with Dr. Maura Moynihan

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 15:00:00 +0000

I feel blessed to have had the healing hands of today’s guest, Dr. Maura Moynihan, help my baby when she needed extra support as a newborn, as well as for her loving Mama care when I needed it as a mother of a newborn. I think I speak for all of my women friends that know her – whether they are a doula or a client – that she is a true gem in the healing world. So who is Dr. Maura Moynihan? She is a craniosacral practitioner, a chiropractor, and so much more. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at https://www.rosewoodhealing.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosewoodhealing Rising Tide Women’s Group: https://www.rosewoodhealing.com/rising-tide-womens-group.html Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media

Creating a Space to Gather, Support, & Empower Mothers | Real Talk with McLean McGown

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 16:00:00 +0000

Hello new mothers, mothers-to-be, and curious Souls! My name is McLean McGown, and I am so excited to introduce myself to all of you and invite you to join me on this journey. As a Postpartum Doula and prenatal motherhood guide, my intention is to create a space where we, as women, can gather to support and empower our own healing. Whether you are a mother to your own children, to your business, to your animals, to your friend’s kids, or to your own inner child, you are welcome here and you are needed here. We all need to learn and hear and bear witness to each others’ stories, and your stories will be received without judgement and without shame. Because this is your tribe. And no matter where we are in this world, no matter where we are on this journey of motherhood and womanhood, it is so important to learn and share with one another. If you have any burning questions to ask, topics you want to hear about, or stories to share, please share them! You can DM me on Instagram @motherthemother or you can email me at McLean@motherthemother.com with the subject “Podcast Ideas.” This is really a space with you and for you, so I want you to be co-creating it with me and our guests. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://motherthemother.com Resources: Learn more at www.motherthemother.com Instagram: @motherthemother Email: McLean@motherthemother.com Mother the Mother is a production of Crate Media