Momnificent

Kathy Batista is a mindset, mindfulness and mood coach for women. She explores midlife transitions and ways to find renewed joy and fulfillment. Kathy discusses her own journey, the importance of connecting with your inner self, and the three pillars of growth. She also offers practical advice for those seeking guidance on this journey. Uncover an holistic approach with the 3 PILLARS that women ca...

Welcome to Momnificent, where we delve into the world of parenting with expert insights and real-life experiences. In this episode, host Dr. Karin Jakubowski sits down with Nicole Runyon, a distinguished psychotherapist with over two decades of experience specializing in child and adolescent mental health.   Together, they explore the profound impact of physical activities intertwined with learnin...

Mama + Health Coach here with us today to shares her insights into the transformative power of healthy habits for kids. Carrie Anne dives deep into the keys to unlocking a healthier, happier mom life. From practical tips to motivational anecdotes, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for moms looking to prioritize their well-being in the midst of the beautiful chaos that is motherhood. 🌼 Di...

Join us on the latest episode of Momnificent, where Dr. Jakubowski engages in a candid conversation with Amanda Shore who shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD in her 40s and how it has shaped her life in unexpected ways. A unique blend of triumphs and challenges, as she navigated years of infertility and miscarriages while simultaneously building a thriving real estate business. Her exp...

In this engaging episode of the Momnificent podcast, Dr. Karin Jakubowski  welcomes the esteemed parenting expert and author, Sharon Mazel. The duo delves into the intricate realm of parenting, debunking prevalent myths and extending reassurance to parents grappling with common challenges. Sharon eloquently underscores the significance of avoiding the comparison trap when it comes to children's de...

Welcome to Momnificent, a podcast where we explore the depths of self-discovery and empowerment! 🌟 In this very special episode, our host Dr. Karin Jakubowski reconnects with a remarkable guest, Brenda Viola, who played a pivotal role during their tumultuous teenage years, offering guidance through the challenges of self-worth, self-confidence, and self-value. Join us as we embark on a deeply ins...

Dianne has an intimate understanding of the emotional journey that parents face when their children's brainwaves are dysregulated. For over a decade, her son's impulsivity wreaked havoc in their home, leaving her searching relentlessly for a solution. Finally, she unlocked the power of Neurofeedback—a game-changer that transformed their lives. In this episode of Momnificent, we have the pleasure o...

We dive deep into the topic of grief and explore how our bodies communicate with us during this process. Gina shares her personal experience of feeling her body calling out while grieving and how she initially ignored it. We discuss the different ways in which our bodies communicate with us during the grieving process and why it's essential to listen to them. Gina Moffa is a Grief Therapist in New...

Bernstein's approach follows 3 basic elements: - Recognizing that each person with ASD contains a "reservoir of normalcy" that he or she can tap into: - Believing that each person with ASD is different from every other person with ASD...and working to see the world from his or her point of view; and - Creating and seizing opportunities that enable each ASD person's typical behaviors to emerge and...

Leah Hadley is an award-winning financial planner, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), and a mediator, Leah uses her 15 years of experience to help women make financial decisions in light of impending, or past divorce. She's perfect to talk about realigning your money with your values after a divorce, overcoming financial abuse, and the most common financial mistakes women make after div...

In this episode of Momnificent, join us for a captivating conversation with the multi-talented Rebecca Wilson Macsovits, a business leader, creative professional, and author of the heartwarming children's book "Guion The Lion." Rebecca's journey from corporate branding to children's literature has been fueled by her unwavering commitment to celebrating differences and fostering empathy. Rebecca op...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Momnificent, where we dive deep into the important financial aspects of divorce. Our guest today, Leah Hadley, is a renowned financial planner, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), and mediator with over 15 years of experience. Leah has helped countless women make crucial financial decisions during and after divorce. In this episode, Leah shares in...

In this special episode of Momnificent, we're thrilled to have the incredible Shannon Wright, a former RN turned SAHM to 4, on a mission to help others pursue their best preferred vision of life in whole body wellness. Shannon brings her unique perspective and expertise, sharing valuable insights for women in their 40s. Tune in as we dive into the essential topics that women in their 40s need to k...

“I went to the funeral, mostly to support my sister. I had never even met Emery’s mom, Jenna, at the time. But I went for my sister, Missy, who is Emery’s grandmother,” says Halper.  “Emery’s parents and grandparents were standing in the front, and Emery was in the casket behind them. And something in me snapped that day. I didn’t understand how they were going to do what they were about to do, bu...

In this podcast interview, Dr. Karin Jakubowski sits down with mental health expert and parent coach, Nicole Runyon, to discuss the impact of technology on children's mental health and effective parenting strategies. Learn how to recognize signs of distress related to technology use, discover healthy coping mechanisms for children to deal with stress, and find out how parents can foster resilience...

Need help and don't know where to turn? Here's a resource for you. Share it with someone you know who needs help when it comes to raising their autistic child. In this episode we take a closer look at a coaching service helping parents with autistic kids. Dr. Norrine Russell is the founder of Russell Coaching for Students, which uses an innovative coaching method for complex students, including th...

In this episode, host Dr. Karin Jakubowski is joined by special guest Dr. Norrine Russell for an insightful and engaging discussion on Summer Parenting Tips. As the summer season approaches, parents often find themselves juggling various challenges and seeking effective strategies to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for the whole family. Dr. Karin Jakubowski, a school principal and Dr. Nor...

Dr. Kate Lund is a distinguished licensed clinical psychologist with 15 years of experience. Dr. Lund is not only a peak performance coach, but also a best-selling author and TEDx speaker. With her extensive specialized training in medical psychology at esteemed institutions like Shriners Hospital for Children, Boston, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, all a...

Between 46 and 60% of all children experience at least one type of trauma by age 18.  26% of children will experience a traumatic event before they turn 4. In 2018, Governor Carney issued Executive Order #24 prioritizing efforts for Delaware to become a trauma-responsive state. I recently attended Delaware’s Trauma Awareness Conference, and had the pleasure of sitting down with Delaware’s First La...

In this podcast episode I sit down with Dr. Lori Desautels and I love what she said, “Behavior management is about adult behavior. It’s not about kids. Our brains and bodies hold the state of our nervous systems, and it takes a steady adult to settle a child or adolescent.” I was hanging on her every word that she spoke at Delaware’s Trauma Awareness Conference last month. She was the keynote spea...

In this podcast, we delve into the power of kindness, teaching it to our kids and explore why it's sometimes challenging to be kind in our daily lives. In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting the insightful Anita Mortley. Anita Mortley is a native of Brooklyn, New York, was raised in Boston, Massachusetts, and cultural background from the Caribbean island, Trinidad and Tobago. Anita is a...

Meet Sam, a high-functioning individual on the autism spectrum who is on a mission to show the world that he is not broken and individuals with autism do not need to be fixed. Sam is successful, WITH autism, host of the podcast “Autism Rocks and Rolls,” CEO of his own nonprofit, and a motivational speaker. In this episode, Sam shares his story and answers common questions about living with autism....

Welcome to this episode of our podcast where we delve into the fascinating topic of healing and self-care. Our guest for this episode is Robert Vetter, M.A., also known as Bob, a healer and soul coach who utilizes a unique combination of indigenous-inspired and Western methods to co-create lasting change for everyday modern problems. As a cultural anthropologist, Bob has conducted extensive fieldw...

Dr. Norrine Russell is the founder of Russell Coaching for Students, which uses an innovative method of coaching for complex students, including those who are 2E; have ADHD, Autism, or Anxiety; and those with learning differences. This innovative method, Connected Coaching, has proven successful for hundreds of students since 2009.  She is the author of the recently published guide for parents, “A...

My guest Bethan Mary Thompson talks about mental health issues, her battles and journey with her mother suffering from dementia and experiencing grief and loss. Bethan is a grief guide and speaker from Britain. She is a deep soul, pure and kind human being who is driven to help you grieve the loss of a loved one and how to be a good caregiver all the while not neglecting oneself in the process.  E...