Mommyhood Unscripted

There are two sides to every story, and this topic is no exception. The title of this episode is not meant to scare you, or make you feel guilty (parents have enough guilt)! But let's get real -- work is inevitable and it's something most of us have to do in order to survive and provide. Many parents spend hours upon hours at their jobs each week, so how does that come into play in the a...

This episode is dedicated to breastfeeding and all the emotions, challenges and misconceptions that are tied to it. Nicole does a deep dive into some of the most-common questions, concerns, and fun (and funny) facts--you've probably never even heard of--with lactation consultant Lori Atkins of "Oh, Baby! Lactation". Lori has a lighthearted and comical way of delivering her "leg...

Are you feeling overwhelmed as you try to balance your home life, your work life, life as a parent and life with your partner? There's a new time-and anxiety-saving system for parents who are feeling very unbalanced in their duties at home. Catherine Bailey of "Think or Blue" is back on "Mommyhood Unscripted" to talk about the "Fair Play" method with Nicole. She...

Self-care. Two small words that carry so much weight. It's something that seems to dissipate the moment you become a parent. So, how do we attain it and reclaim it without feeling the guilt or the stress? Nicole chats with therapist, Sarah Baroud of "Practice Makes Present" who gives us all some positive insight into how one can start their new self-care journey.  ------------------...

Has your child been badgering you for a cell phone? Or have you been considering getting one for them as they become more independent outside of the house? It’s a hot topic many parents seem unsure about — especially when it comes to what age is best and how to regulate screen time.  Nicole chats with CNET’s Dan Ackerman, who also serves as CBS Mornings’ resident tech expert. He provides some grea...

Everyone knows c-sections leave a physical scar, but have you heard about the emotional scars they can also leave behind? Nicole caught up with Kristen Kjerulff, Ph. D., a professor of public health sciences and obstetrics and gynecology at Penn State College of Medicine, who has been researching this topic in depth. She breaks down her findings, which include why a significant number of moms who...

Gender bias is everywhere, including in our parenting--and chances are you don't even realize it! So, how does a world of gender stereotypes impact children over time? In this eye-opening episode, Nicole chats with lawyer and gender equity expert, Catherine Bailey. She founded "Think or Blue", which is comprised of a community of parents, teachers, and family who strive to raise and...

Let's face it: once children come into the picture, relationships change -- including your relationship with your partner. Now that you're responsible for another life (or lives), you and your partner have to take a backseat. But just because you’re parents doesn't mean you should throw in the towel when it comes to working on your relationship. Dr. Patty Ann Tublin has an honest ta...

Have you ever had the gut feeling something wasn’t right, but couldn’t explain why? Or have you known something with absolute certainty, but couldn't tell someone how? That’s your intuition talking -- and one of the most powerful intuitions of all is believed to be mother’s intuition. In this episode, Nicole talks with Jen Weigel who is an award-winning broadcast journalist and author of four...

With 2 MILLION followers on her Instagram account, "Kids Eat in Color", Jennifer Anderson is a fan favorite amongst parents on social media. The pediatric dietician founded her public health company out of frustration over her own child's picky eating habits -- which makes us love her even more for her honesty and relatable content. In this episode, Nicole Nalepa picks this guru&apo...

Once upon a time, it was much easier to feed ourselves sans kids. But the struggle is REAL when it comes to food now that you're a parent. You may find yourself pressed for time, skipping meals, reaching for something fast and convenient, or maybe you absolutely loathe cooking. Thankfully, Nicole Nalepa is chatting with certified nutritionist and mom, Kara Pachniuk. She is going to "set...

Part of life is learning how to handle crap and teaching your child to do the same – in the form of flushing it down the toilet. Nicole Nalepa is talking to internationally renowned potty-training expert and author of the books, “Oh Crap! Potty Training” and “Oh Crap! I Have a Toddler”, Jamie Glowacki. --------------------------------------------- SHOW NOTES: Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV...

Regardless of your opinions over what we've endured during the pandemic, one thing we can all agree on is the fact that it has had a profound impact on parents. Nicole Nalepa chats with award-winning journalist Katherine Goldstein who specializes on social and economic issues facing moms. She’ll focus on the fallout mothers have been facing both at-home and at the workplace, explore the real...

Motherhood is magnificent, messy -- and unfortunately doesn't come with a script to follow. Join TV News Anchor, Nicole Nalepa as she takes you along for the ride! She created this safe space for women of all ages back in 2020.  Now she's taking her conversations to the podcast world -- covering some of the biggest topics and least discussed issues surrounding motherhood.