For Moms... A Safe Space

Postpartum isn’t just about physical recovery. It’s about identity. It’s about emotion. It’s about becoming someone new. In this episode, I’m talking about the parts of postpartum that don’t get said out loud — the emotional overwhelm, the body changes, the quiet grief for who you used to be, and the relationships that shift along the way. If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought,  “I don’t...

In this episode of  For Moms: A Safe Space , we talk about the regret we’re not allowed to say out loud. Not regret about loving our children but the complicated feelings that can come with becoming a mom or having another child, and the shame that keeps so many women silent. This isn’t about blaming children or shaming motherhood. It’s about honesty, grief, loss of identity, and the lack of suppo...

Welcome back to  For Moms: A Safe Space  — and welcome to Season 2 🤍. In this episode, I share why I stepped back, what rebuilding really looks like as a mom, and how motherhood shifts your identity, boundaries, and nervous system. We talk about the guilt of going quiet, the pressure to stay consistent, and why silence is sometimes survival. If you’re a mom who feels behind, exhausted, or disconn...

Motherhood isn’t always picture-perfect — and today’s bonus episode proves just that. I’m sharing raw, unfiltered mom confessions that are rarely spoken out loud but deeply felt by so many of us. From moments of guilt to secret wishes for more freedom, these confessions remind us that being a mom is complex, messy, and beautifully human. 💛 No judgment. Just honesty. Just real moms. Because you ar...

Being a mom to kids in different stages can feel like living in two worlds at once. From late-night teen talks to toddler routines, it’s challenging, exhausting, and full of love. 💛 In this episode of  For Moms: A Safe Space , I share my personal experience raising age-gap kids, discuss the unique dynamics between siblings, and offer practical tips for giving each child the attention they need wh...

✏️ Backpacks packed. ☕ Coffee in hand. 💛 Mixed emotions in our hearts. Back-to-school isn’t just a transition for our kids—it’s one for moms too. From the drop-off tears 😢 to the relief of routine 🗓️, and even the guilt of feeling both at once… this episode is for you, mama. ✨ Let’s talk about: 💭 The emotional rollercoaster of back-to-school. ⏰ Resetting routines without losing yourself. 🤍...

💛 This week’s episode is extra special — I’m not alone! My son joins me for a real and honest conversation about our relationship, childhood memories, the hard parts of parenting, and what love looks like between us. ✨ In this episode we share: 👶 Favorite childhood memories 😅 The hard + funny truths about being mom and son 🌱 How my parenting style feels from his perspective 💬 The lessons, lo...

💛 Parenting is tough — but parenting  while healing from your own childhood ? That’s a whole different challenge. In this episode of  For Moms: A Safe Space , we talk about breaking cycles, giving yourself grace, and raising your kids with intention, even while you’re still figuring things out. ✨ You’ll hear: 🔍 How your past can show up in your parenting 💬 A real listener’s story about parenti...

Hey mama 💛 In this episode of For Moms: A Safe Space, we’re holding two truths at once — that motherhood can feel overwhelming and beautiful. We’re talking about the anxiety that weighs us down, the small moments that lift us up, and the power of noticing joy even when life feels messy. ✨ Segments include: Validating the hard parts of motherhood Real listener reflections that made us smile Gentl...

Motherhood isn’t just about sleepless nights and diaper changes — it’s also about the friendships that shift, fade, or evolve along the way 💔🤱. In this episode, Simone dives into the emotional weight of motherhood and the quiet loneliness that often creeps in as we enter new seasons of life 🌙. From friendships that feel distant 📵 to realizing we’ve outgrown people who once felt like family 👭,...

Hey mama, this episode is one many of us can relate to, but don’t often talk about. When you're doing it all — whether as a single mom or just without the support you need — the question of who you can trust with your kids becomes a big one. In this episode, I dive deep into the emotional toll of deciding who’s safe enough to care for your child. From the gut feelings we get when something doe...

Hey mama 💕 This episode is for the ones doing it all — solo. The ones who didn’t sign up to be single moms, but are out here holding it down day after day with no partner, no help, and no break. We’re getting real about the emotional weight, the unexpected resentment, the exhaustion — and the quiet strength it takes to keep showing up anyway. From confessions to listener stories, this episode is...

Being a full-time mom  and  working full-time? 😅 Whew. It's not for the faint of heart. In this episode, I’m getting real about the daily juggling act we face—diapers, deadlines, daycare pickups, and dinner. 👶🏽💼🍽️ We’re talking: ✨ The emotional toll of trying to “do it all” 🕰️ How to create  realistic  rhythms that support you 🙅🏾‍♀️ Letting go of guilt when things fall through the crack...

Hey mama 👋🏾 This one’s for the moms caught between the way they were raised and the way they  want  to raise their kids. In today’s episode, we’re talking about the real-life tension between traditional parenting and gentle parenting — and what it looks like to find your own rhythm in the middle. From childhood stories, generational habits, and hard moments where gentle parenting didn’t feel so...

🧠 The Mental Load Is Real, Mama. And It’s Why You're So Tired. Welcome back to  For Moms: A Safe Space  💕 In this episode, we’re shining a light on something that weighs heavy—but often goes unseen: the mental load of motherhood. From juggling invisible to-do lists to being the default parent 24/7, this kind of constant thinking is  exhausting . I share listener stories, personal insights, a...

Post-Baby Body 💕👶🏾✨ Let’s talk about the  jiggle , the stretch marks (aka ✨starbursts✨), the bigger boobs, and that weird in-between phase where your body doesn’t feel like  yours  anymore. In this episode, I get real about my own post-baby body journey—from scratching my belly with a brush (yep, true story 😅) to nearly booking a BBL during peak pandemic vibes 😂. I also share a beautiful l...

Adoption is never simple. It’s a journey filled with love, loss, identity, and the longing to belong. 💔💞 In this episode, I’m sharing something deeply personal—my own adoption story. From the traumatic circumstances surrounding my birth to the years of legal battles and emotional complexity, I open up about how being adopted has shaped who I am and the mother I’ve become. I also talk about the d...

Hey mama 💛 This week on  For Moms: A Safe Space , we’re continuing the hard but necessary conversation about co-parenting with an abusive ex. After last week’s emotional story, many of you reached out asking for more guidance — so here it is. In this episode, we’re diving into: ⚖️ When and how to involve the courts 📄 Understanding custody and protective orders 💸 Navigating child support when th...

Co-parenting with an abuser isn’t just a challenge — it’s emotional survival.  💔🛡️ In this honest and compassionate episode, we’re talking about the reality so many moms silently face: setting boundaries, choosing low contact or parallel parenting, and doing whatever it takes to protect your peace and your child. This isn’t about pretending it’s easy — it’s about honoring the strength it takes to...

This episode is for  you , mama. Whether you're in the thick of diapers and school drop-offs, navigating teenage emotions, or reflecting on your own motherhood journey — today, we pause to honor the strength, softness, and sacrifices that come with being a mother. In this special Mother's Day episode, I'm sharing a personal letter from my heart to yours. It's a reminder that you ar...

Dating again after becoming a mom?  It’s complicated — full of guilt 😔, awkward moments 😅, second-guessing 🤔, and sometimes straight-up bad dates 🙄. But it can also be hopeful 🌱, healing 💗, and honest ✨. In this episode, I’m sharing the  raw truth  about re-entering the dating scene as a single mom — from what surprised me, to what hurt 💔, to what helped me grow 🌸. We’re diving into: 💭 W...

Let’s be real— mom guilt is the worst.  It sneaks in when you’re trying to shower alone, eat a snack without sharing, or heaven forbid… take a break. And suddenly, you’re questioning every little thing you did or didn’t do. In this episode of  For Moms: A Safe Space,  I’m talking about my own journey with mom guilt—what triggered it, how it showed up (usually at the most inconvenient times), and w...

🎙️  NEW EPISODE: Post-Baby Partnership — Finding Each Other Again  💛 Let’s talk about what  really  happens to your relationship after baby. Because when everything becomes about feedings, naps, and survival mode... it’s easy to look at your partner and think, “We’re in this together, but it feels like we’re worlds apart.” In this week’s episode of  For Moms: A Safe Space , I’m opening up about t...

In this first episode of  For Moms: A Safe Space Podcast , I’m opening up about the identity shift that happens in motherhood — how it can feel like losing yourself, and what it takes to begin finding your way back. If you’ve ever wondered where  you  went in all the chaos, this is your reminder: you’re still in there. Evolving, growing, becoming. ✨ Real talk ✨ Gentle reflection ✨ A moment to c...