Mom Dump

When I first became a mom, I used to roll my eyes every time someone praised a dad for changing a diaper or taking the baby for an hour. Meanwhile, moms were doing all the same things and somehow it was just expected. In this Father's Day episode, I'm talking about how my perspective has changed over the years. We dive into why parenting isn't actually 50/50, what true teamwork looks l...

What happens when we stop calling kids "bullies," "bad kids," or "troublemakers" and start looking deeper? In this episode, I'm unpacking the impact of the labels we place on children. One mistake, one difficult season, or one bad choice can become part of a person's identity when it's repeated often enough. I'm also sharing my own experience with judg...

On this episode of Mom Dump - We’re talking all about our trip, from missing yet another flight and my honest Disney experience. Plus… I ate ALLIGATOR for the first time ! Also diving into that weird “coming home blues” feeling after vacation. You know the feeling.. when real life hits again and you’re left unpacking suitcases  and  emotions. It’s funny, honest, slightly unhinged, and basically fe...

Lately, I haven’t been feeling 100% .. & instead of trying to fix it or push through, I’m learning how to just  sit in it . In this episode, I’m opening up about where I’ve been mentally, what it looks like to give yourself permission to not feel okay all the time, and the weird mix of emotions that comes with it. We also get into: – Anticipating an upcoming family vacation (excitement… with a...

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion around eating disorders. This week on  Mom Dump , I’m joined by Sierra, founder of Indie Sea Wellness, for a real and honest conversation that goes way beyond the surface. We dive into the world of competitive sports and how it shapes you. Not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. We talk about the duality of competition and sisterhood… ho...

Raw, unfiltered, and a little all over the place, but in the best way. In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of recording through technical difficulties (because… of course), and into a deeper conversation about a recent ER experience, being on SSRIs, and the mental health stigma that still exists in medical settings. We also get into embracing bad days instead of fighting them, what i...

Trigger Warning:  This episode contains discussion of  birth trauma , postpartum depression, intrusive thoughts, and perinatal mental health challenges. Motherhood is beautiful,  but it can also feel overwhelming, confusing, and isolating. In this episode of Mom Dump, I’m joined by Dyneisha,  a registered social worker and therapist who specializes in perinatal mental health, life tranistions and...

Last episode of Season 3 BABYYY! If you’ve been here since Season 1… you already know this is the place where we say the things we probably shouldn’t say out loud, but do anyway. Today I’m reintroducing myself, reintroducing what Mom Dump is all about, and setting the tone for the next season. In this episode we’re getting into: • When did Valentine’s Day turn into gift baskets, Pinterest boards,...

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of severe mental health struggles. Please listen with care and take breaks if needed. In this episode, I sit down with Alina (you can follow her at @alinamlinarova) for a raw and honest conversations about motherhood beyond the episode. We talk about her experience with perinatal depression, the quiet grief of losing your sense of self, and the com...

In this episode, I’m getting honest about the messy middle of motherhood and work, the guilt, the pressure. I talk about: - the real challenges of being a working mom  and  a stay-at-home mom - navigating work and mom guilt (on both sides) - my past jobs - channeling the unapologetic, do-it-my-own-way energy of 2016 - what it’s like to deal with online backlash when you choose visibility This isn’...

In this Mom Dump, we go there! Today, we have Melissa Therese joining us to talk all about boudoir and breaking the stigma around moms, sexuality, and body positivity. We unpack self-awareness, jealousy among women, our romantic relationships and what it really means to see ourselves clearly, without shame. We explore how boudoir can impact self-image, how family dynamics shape the way we show up...

* please forgive the quality, my mom brain wasn't working & I was speaking into the microphone backwards * yeah .... so anyways... January doesn’t need more pressure, it needs clarity. In this episode of Mom Dump , I’m talking about how I actually reset my life at the start of the year without burning out or pretending I’m a completely new person. We’re diving into: Why most vision boards don’...

In today’s episode, I’m getting real about what the holidays actually feel like — not the Pinterest version, the  real mom-life version . I’m sharing how my life has changed since moving here three years ago, what those early Christmases looked like, and how different things feel now. We’re talking: • The pressure to have the “perfect” holiday • Why Christmas doesn’t need to be aesthetic to be mea...

In this episode, I’m recapping my night out & weekend hangover experience. I also open up about my most recent public speaking experience — the nerves, the slip-ups, the learning curves, and how I’m redefining what “failure” means in this season of my life. We’re also diving into a bigger conversation around consumerism, mindful spending, and money anxiety , especially as a mom navigating inco...

In this episode, I’m getting a little personal. I’m sharing my story — from my background in competitive gymnastics to how those early lessons in discipline, fear, and resilience shaped the person I am today. I also open up about my family background, and talk about something personal. If you’ve ever struggled with fear, pressure, or the need to “get it all right,” this episode is a reminder that...

This week, we’re going there — yes,  there.  The vagina episode. From postpartum chaos to pelvic floors, from body changes to that weird moment when you sneeze and cross your legs out of pure trauma — it’s all fair game. This episode is about ditching the shame, breaking the taboo, and learning to actually love the parts of us we’ve been taught to hide. So grab your coffee (or wine, no judgment),...

Back-to-school season is in full swing — which means the daily chaos of packing lunches no one eats and sprinting to extracurriculars like it’s the Olympics. In this episode, I’m diving into the real mom struggles of school life and sharing some honest laughs along the way. Plus, we’re talking about friendships- why feeling jealous of your friends isn’t actually a bad thing, and how it can show yo...

It’s the end of Season 2! In this short and sweet episode, I just want to say a HUGE thank you for all the love and support you’ve shown me and this podcast. 💛 Thank you to everyone who tuned in, shared episodes, and snagged some Mom Dump merch (more is coming soon!). I’m also sharing a quick PSA about what’s ahead — from exciting events to what you can expect in Season 3. Hit play for a little g...

Trigger Warning:  In this episode, we discuss sensitive topics including domestic abuse, addiction, and teen pregnancy. If these topics are difficult for you, please take care while listening and pause if you need to. You are not alone. ❤️ This week, Maya sits down with Courtney for a raw, inspiring conversation about resilience and starting over. Courtney opens up about her experience with domest...

In this week’s episode of  Mom Dump , I’m giving you a full life update — starting with  The Hacking Incident  (yep, it happened… and it was a ride). From there, we’re diving into what this experience made me realize about social media, how much of ourselves we put out there, and the complicated relationship I have with it all. I’m also opening up about the waves of self-doubt I’ve been feeling la...

In this episode of  Mom Dump , Maya gets real about the quiet (and not-so-quiet) pressure we put on ourselves as parents—from Pinterest-level birthday parties to that constant feeling of  dropping the ball . But what if we zoomed out and reminded ourselves that  we’re actually doing a great job ? This is your reminder that parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up. Even when the cupca...

In this juicy episode of Mom Dump , Maya opens up about her personal relationship journey—from past heartbreaks and messy lessons to finally finding the one. She unpacks what it really takes to build a supportive, modern relationship that works in today’s chaotic world. We’re talking about: What past relationships taught me (the hard way) How I knew I found "the one" Why support is the real flex i...

In this episode of Mom Dump , we’re talking about the truth behind routines—why they feel impossible, how they’ve become a luxury in motherhood, and what it really means to reset when you’re already running on empty. Maya gets real about the pressure to “do it all” and shares 5 practical, realistic strategies to help you build balance without burning out. These aren't Pinterest-perfect routines—th...

In this episode of Mom Dump , Maya’s dishing out 10 life lessons that have totally shaped her 30s—and honestly, they might just save you a few emotional breakdowns. These are the real, raw, wish-I-knew-this-sooner kind of lessons that helped her and lessons she lives by day to day! It’s light, it’s funny, and full of the kind of wisdom only chaos and lived experience can bring. Tune in and maybe l...

In this week’s episode of Mom Dump, Maya dives into love languages —what they are, how they show up in our relationships (even when we don’t recognize them), and how they often clash with boundaries we’re trying to set. Why understanding someone else’s love language can seriously reduce resentment, and how sometimes what feels like “overstepping” might just be someone loving you in their way. And...