Milk-Stained & Mentally Drained

I have loved the few brief episodes I have done with this platform. It quickly became such a fun little hobby that I have truly loved. I hope to see you all back in the near future- after a much needed do-over ;)

In this solo episode, I’m diving into something I heard from multiple moms in session today: “My partner wants to help, but telling them how to help just feels like one more thing on my plate.” If you’ve ever said, “I don’t need more questions—I need less to carry,” this episode is for you. I’m breaking down why the mental load of motherhood makes even well-intentioned support feel exhausting, wha...

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with family therapist Blair Fulton to talk all about the tween and teen years — and how the skills we use when parenting the "later years" correlates directly with our earliest years. We dive into something I found so helpful: the parallels between toddlers, babies, and teens. Yep — those big emotions, shutdowns, and meltdowns? There’s actually a lot...

In this episode, I’m getting honest about something we all experience but rarely talk about openly: insecurities. I share some of my own personal insecurities and then read through a list of incredibly relatable ones that so many people carry quietly. From comparison and self-doubt to the small thoughts that creep in throughout the day, this conversation is all about normalizing the human experien...

Today we’re briefly dissecting the viral “String Cheese Song” and what it teaches us about emotional overwhelm, mental health, and modern motherhood. This episode explores how humor, stress, and vulnerability intersect — and why so many people resonated with this simple yet powerful moment. A real and relatable conversation about feelings we don’t always know how to name. Book mentioned: Good Moms...

In this episode, I sit down with my best friend for a candid conversation about our friendship—how we met, how it’s evolved through different seasons of life, and what it really takes to maintain a deep connection as adults, moms, and women navigating change. We talk about growing together, growing apart and back again, showing up during hard seasons, and the lessons friendship has taught us about...

No one asked… but Marie’s saying it anyway. In this solo episode, Marie shares her therapist and mom pet peeves—the things that quietly (and sometimes loudly) rub her the wrong way. From unhelpul therapy speak to well-meaning comments that completely miss the mark, this episode is honest, relatable, and just the right amount of rant-y. Marie breaks down why these pet peeves matter more than people...

In this episode, I’m joined by Kaylee Berlinee, the creator and host of Mothering Holistically . Kaylee shares her journey into motherhood, what inspired her to create a space for honest conversations between moms, and how mental health, identity, and emotional well-being are deeply intertwined with the mothering experience. This conversation is grounding, relatable, and a reminder that you’re not...

The New Year keeps telling us to become someone new. But I don't want a new version of myself- I want permission to restart without shame. If you've already dropped the ball on your goals, lost your patience, or feel behind.. you're not failing. You're living a real life. This year doesn't need a perfect mom, it needs a real one. . . . . . This talked about in this episode: Wan...

The holidays come with a lot of pressure to do it all. In this episode, we share what we’re intentionally saying yes to this season — and what we’re no longer doing — in hopes of creating a calmer, more meaningful holiday experience. Follow us on Instagram: @whereflowersbloomcounseling @ana.lcsw @lunaarc_counseling . . . . . . . Disclaimer: This podcast is for relatable, fun, and informational pur...

Between packed schedules, family dynamics, and the pressure to make everything ‘magical,’ the holidays can feel more overwhelming than joyful. In this episode, we share simple, realistic tips to manage holiday stress, protect your peace, and actually enjoy the season in a way that feels good for you. Thank you for bearing with me on my first solo episode! Instagram: @whereflowersbloomcounseling Em...

Everyone has an opinion about how you ‘should’ parent. In this episode, we talk about tuning out the noise and trusting yourself in motherhood. Follow us on Instagram: @whereflowersbloomcounseling @ana.lcsw @lunaarc_counseling . . . . . . . Disclaimer: This podcast is for relatable, fun, and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or therapy.