MomCast

Moms, we get it…there are moments in motherhood when we put ourselves last but ignoring health concerns is never ok. In fact, suffering in silence is dangerous; symptoms like painful periods, chronic fatigue, and pelvic pressure need attention. Dr. Karlie Provost Goldstein and Dr. Leigh Rosen are experts in treating endometriosis and fertility issues at ESSE Care. ESSE is a practice on the east co...

Moms, it’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holidays are magical and exciting. This season can also be overwhelming when the to-do list includes decorating, gift buying, hosting, baking and more. Add on the demanding relationships with family and travel…it’s no wonder we can feel depleted amidst the celebrating. That’s why Psychotherapist Niro Feliciano is holding our hand this holiday sea...

Moms, it’s so fun to meet a celebrity and find she’s as warm and relatable as we’d hoped. We know you’ll think so too! In today’s episode, we sit down with the incredible Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt. A New York Times bestselling author, Katherine gave birth to her third baby and children’s book, “Kat and Brandy,” all in the same year. Katherine shares her inspiration for this heartwarming story...

The stereotype of the stay-at-home mom is finally getting a rebrand thanks to Neha Ruch. A mom of two, Neha leapt onto the national stage with her bestseller “The Power Pause,” a primer for ambitious mothers leaning into family life. This success, she says, didn’t happen overnight; she planted seeds over a decade ago through her online community “Mother Untitled.” Neha’s work offers stay-at-home m...

Moms, there’s no topic more popular amongst parents than sports! From the hectic schedules, to expensive equipment, and demanding travel, we pour a LOT into our kids’ athletics. Why? Well, we love watching our kids compete. But we’re also investing in our relationship with our kids and the future adults they will become. That’s why Jonathan Carone founded Healthy Sports Parents-a platform that’s a...

Moms, don’t believe everything you think! Neuroscience proves that the critical voice in your head, or that of your child, is just a default mode-and knowing this can be life changing. Our guest today is psychologist Dr. Betsy Holmberg, author of Unkind Mind, who teaches us how to flip the switch on negative self talk. Dr. Betsy builds up our superpower to recognize this nagging voice and shut it...

Moms, if you’re questioning the power of a motherhood renaissance, Brooke Lyons is proof that it’s empowering and alluring. Having lived in Hollywood for 20+ years, the actor and mother of two has officially ended her pick-me era. Brooke is trading in the titles of “low maintenance” and “agreeable” only to find more freedom and self-love on the other side. You might know Brooke from recurring role...

Moms, if the thought of the college admissions process feels either overwhelming or confusing (or both), we’ve got answers! This week on MomCast, we sit down with Kate Stone of Kate Stone Prep.  While her team is based in Fairfield County, CT, they mentor students all over the world to crack the code on college admissions. From essays to application strategy, Kate breaks through the myths and...

Moms, we are so far beyond the days of money being taboo.  We are the CFO’s (Chief Financial Officers) of our families and we need to talk about money MORE. MomCast asked our listeners for some of your most pressing financial questions -and we found answers! Bridget Wyatt and Lindsay Sabel are trusted Financial Advisors at Merrill Lynch. They’re also moms who understand so well that conversat...

Moms, there is no one better to kick off Season 2 of MomCast than the CEO of The Local Moms Network Layla Lisiewski! When Layla became a mom, she couldn’t find the mom community she craved so she built one. Ten years later, her company is comprised of 100+ moms in suburbs across 30 states, each bringing moms the best resources and relatable content.  Layla dreamt of “giving moms the gift of t...

Moms, how did you know you were done having kids? Or maybe you’re still deciding if your family is complete. Truth is, there is no one who can answer that question but you.  Frances Largeman-Roth had three kids in her 30’s, along with a booming career as a registered dietician nutritionist, an author, and a TV contributor. Even with a very full life, the pull to have another child never left...

Moms, if you have a passion for something, don’t let anything get in the way of sharing it! That’s the advice of Ereka Vetrini, a foodie turned recipe creator whose personality, and warmth helped her surpass a million followers on Instagram over the last year! Gen X and Millennials probably remember Ereka from Season 1 of The Apprentice that debuted 20 years ago!  This mom of two teens is a b...

Moms, feeding our kids can be the most basic and most mind-boggling task we have as parents. What seems simple and intuitive can be stressful! After all, our approach and habits literally teach a child how to eat. Exclusive breastfeeding or introducing foods? When do we start foods? Purees or solids? On top of all the questions, we have to discern between science and chatter. That’s why Dr. Krupa...

Moms, this may be controversial, but it’s a fact: pushing a child to succeed can put their mental health at risk. It’s all outlined by Jennifer Breheny Wallace in her breakthrough book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It.  Today’s episode is a wake-up call to draw the line between encouragement and pressure.   We spoke with Jennifer when MomCa...

Moms, I have a teenager! All the cheesy cliches feel so appropriate right now (Time has wings! They grow up so fast! Blink and they’re big!). In fact, all three of my kids have summer birthdays so it’s a reflective season. Learning to be a better mom hasn’t been easy, but I’m here and I’m wiser. And who would have thought the mom who once wished her kids would grow up just a bit faster is desperat...

Moms, making a baby is not for the faint of heart! Conceiving, carrying, and delivering a baby is so difficult...and it's just the beginning of finding health for a baby and for US. This episode is an encore presentation that, truly, is lifesaving for moms. Do I have baby blues or postpartum depression? Do I need medication to ease my anxiety and is it safe during pregnancy? Questions like these a...

Trigger Warning: Adult Topics Moms, raising kids takes courage and the tween & teen years make that clear really quickly. If conversations about drugs make you cringe and the thought of discussing sex has you delaying the conversation, today’s episode is for you. As Vanessa Kroll Bennett tells us, we can absolutely share with our kids just how nervous and uncomfortable we are! Vanessa is the c...

TIGGER WARNING: ADULT CONTENT Moms, if you have teens and tweens you’ve likely thought, “Yikes! This is SO awkward!” We totally get it. That’s why we’ve called in expert help on how to make cringey conversations more manageable. Our guest is Vanessa Kroll Bennett, whose book and podcast are called This is so Awkward! Vanessa is half of the duo behind an incredible platform (along with Dr. Cara Nat...

Moms, when your kid’s next meal could send them to the ER-or worse-every bite matters. This is the reality for children with life threatening food allergies and the parents who spend every waking moment trying to keep them safe.  May is Food Allergy Awareness month and our guest this week is Hillary Tolle Carter, a food allergy mom and passionate advocate. Her two sons were diagnosed with 35...

Moms, doesn’t it feel so good when someone lets us off the hook?! Like when someone tells us that being perfect really isn’t the goal…or that loving ourselves first does, in fact, make us a better parent? This is the liberating conversation we’re been looking for! I’m honored to sit down with Dr. Shefali, world-renowned clinical psychologist and New York Times bestselling author for Part 2 of our...

At MomCast, we believe that when we know better, we do better—and today’s episode is all about that growth. It takes courage to look with and critique our own parenting, but our guest promises it’s worth the effort. We're honored to welcome Dr. Shefali, a world-renowned clinical psychologist and bestselling author of The Conscious Parent and The Parenting Map, as she challenges us to parent with a...

Moms, forget the skincare myths, trends, and TikTok traps! Our guest on MomCast is Master Esthetician Nicole Caroline who walks us through what you actually need to get glowing, plump, healthy skin in the midst of mom-life. Nicole is mom to a 10-year old son and also helps dozens of celebrity clients look their absolute best. Today, she’s cutting through the noise to share the minimalist routines...

Moms, when the absurdity of motherhood becomes too much, we laugh! After all, watching and sending mom memes is one of our favorite pastimes. It’s amazing the connection that comes from that small action, and it’s exactly what motivates content creator Megan Schinella. Her blog, formerly Camp by Mama, was the outlet she craved as she entertained three young kids in CT. With her two daughters and s...

Moms, every single one of us works!  And if you work outside the home, The Local Moms Network is here to support you in any and every stage of your career. Whether you’re the higher earner in your family, dabbling in a new side hustle, or perhaps a single parent supporting your family, we honor each of you. In today’s episode, host Demetra Ganias shares highlights from the recent CT Pillar Su...

Sometimes, moms become accidental advocates.  A situation arises in our family and we become a voice that educates and a lens through which others get a glimpse into our world. Morgan Matkovic is a passionate, no-nonsense advocate for children on the autism spectrum, fueled by her daughter, Lila Lee, who was diagnosed two years ago. Morgan, a Charleston-based writer, is also mom to Lila’s old...