Mother the Mother

Heather Grzych is a board-certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and the author of The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility: A Natural Approach to Getting Pregnant . Through her work, Heather bridges the worlds of conventional and alternative medicine to help people heal their physical and emotional lives. Her book offers a gentle and holistic approach to understanding the physical, emotional, psychological, an...

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares how she is navigating this uncertain time brought about by a global pandemic, fire season in LA, a shift in community, and the new landscape of motherhood. She shares the importance of trusting your own journey and quieting down a bit, and tips for how to choose love, growth and change over fear. In this episode of Mother The Mother: A beautiful card pu...

Olivia Bareham is a certified Death Midwife, Home Funeral Guide and Celebrant and is the founder of 'Sacred Crossings - The Institute for Conscious Dying’ and the ‘Sacred Crossings Funeral Home.’ Olivia currently guides individuals toward a conscious dying experience and empowers families to reclaim the healing ritual of a home funeral. She facilitates workshops in Conscious Dying and After De...

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she reveals what’s on her mind and heart as she makes her way back home after 3 months away. McLean shares what’s inspiring her right now during this Leo New Moon, and how we can use its energy of bravery and courage during this time of death and rebirth. In this episode of Mother the Mother: How to nourish our minds, bodies, and spirits/souls The bravery and cour...

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares how her family is approaching the new school year. She also provides resources and tips to support you whether you are homeschooling or sending your kids back to school. In this episode of Mother the Mother: How McLean is approaching the school year Resources for homeschooling Ways to protect & support your kids going back to school Allowing space t...

A decade ago, after suffering from life-threatening autoimmune disorders, actress Shiva Rose set out to discover a more holistic way to natural health and beauty. Growing her own organic herbs and flowers; mixing creams, lotions, and tonics; and following Ayurvedic practices and creating mindful rituals, she has not only healed her life but has also become a leader and entrepreneur in the world of...

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she explores why we need to choose love even amidst uncertainty and fear, and how although we can’t control much, we always have control over our choices and responses. In this episode of Mother the Mother: Choosing how you want to feel in the present moment Letting go of the need for answers Looking at education through a new lens by homeschooling Prioritizing yo...

Brooke is an Oracle, Feminine Spiritual Guide, Heart Healer, and Angelic Medicine Woman here to support and heal Women, Mothers and Children.  Through her Angelic medicine, feminine spiritual counseling, healing meditations and sacred feminine practices, Brooke supports women and children in remembering their wholeness and divinity. Through her self-healing practices, Brooke supports women in crea...

Rachelle Garcia Seliga is a Mother, Wife and Certified Professional Midwife, with 18 years experience working within the realms of holistic women's health care. She is the creator and director of INNATE Postpartum Care Trainings; a system of postpartum education for birth and health care providers rooted in the truth that: Maternal Health is Foundational to Humanity's Health. Rachelle is C...

Paije West refers to herself as a Transformational Doula. She began as a full spectrum doula in Portland, OR with an interest in helping those who were suffering from mental health challenges, substance abuse disorder, and birthing people who needed care and advocacy.  She has always been very called to shadow work and ritual and studied astrology as a young girl with the help of her mother. She s...

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she dives into some Q&A’s, speaking to what listeners are needing during these trying times—including navigating social media, advice for sleep training, and why it’s important to lower the expectations you put on yourself. In this episode of Mother the Mother: Knowing when to use your voice vs. be in listening Honoring the sovereignty of the individual How to...

Marisa Peck Johnson is back on the show to talk about her journey to loving her body, how she teaches her kids to feel good in their bodies, and shifting the emphasis from physical appearance to how you feel in your skin! In this episode of Mother the Mother: What the body positivity movement looks like for Marisa Nurturing a positive body image in your kids Teaching your children how to check in...

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares tips for caring for your nervous system, and why keeping our cup full is critical for being able to create positive change for our sisters of color. In this episode of Mother the Mother: The history and significance of Juneteenth Actionable tips for caring for yourself Why we need to look at the constructs of our society Getting curious about your trigg...

As the Director of Community at Ergobaby, Christina Soletti oversees social media, PR, content, influencer marketing, events and customer care. She has developed and works to maintain the brand voice, manages the content and works closely with influencers to tell authentic and compelling stories. She is a trained babywearing educator and has had the benefit of working with Dr. Bill Sears, Raylene...

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she explores how we’ve become detached from our intuition and ways to begin to coming home to yourself. In this episode of Mother the Mother: How we’ve been taught to not trust our intuition A deeper awareness that comes from pregnancy Finding a practice to help you detach from the outside noise Having awareness of who you take advice from Be sure to listen and su...

Tracey Boldemann-Tatkin, PhD Tracey Boldemann-Tatkin has served as the director of various philanthropic family foundations over three decades. In addition to her leadership roles, she has been involved at the ground level of humanitarian efforts worldwide. Tracey is co-founder of the PACT Institute. Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT Clinician, author, PACT developer, and co-founder of the PACT Institute, Dr...

Julie Bogart is the popular voice of common sense and compassion in the homeschool community. She's the creator of the innovative writing program called Brave Writer and the popular fast-growing practice called Poetry Teatime. She’s the founder of a homeschool coaching community called The Homeschool Alliance. She home educated her five children for 17 years who are now globe-trotting adults....

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she shares how she’s been focusing on the light while honoring the dark, and invites you to rise up with her. In this episode of Mother the Mother: Being in stillness to receive downloads Creating change within ourselves & our homes Having faith and trust in this journey Learning to live with less for a better future Honoring where you are + seeking out what b...

Dr. Britta Bushnell (she/her) is a wife and mother, author of Transformed by Birth , veteran childbirth educator, celebrated speaker, mythologist, specialist in childbirth, relationship, and parenting, and host of the new podcast, Transformed . For over 20 years, Dr. Bushnell has worked with individuals and couples as they prepare for the life-changing experience of giving birth. Her work with par...

Lara Elliott is a Reiki Master, a licensed practitioner of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, a Zen Buddhist, and Holistic Coach. In this episode of Mother the Mother: How Lara and her family have been navigating quarantine Our current limitations in freedom Human resiliency & taking ownership of our health How we can bring healing into the world Rage, injustice, and truth Incorporating pray...

Dr. Maura joins McLean to talk about connecting to your own health and ways to support that during the pandemic. In this episode of Mother the Mother: Dr. Maura’s decision to work during shelter-in-place Being held & seen as keys for boosting health Staying open, compassionate, & allowing people to walk their own path Nurturing our truth, faith, & connection to source Dr. Maura’s top p...

Entrepreneur Kristen Hinman is the host of the CUT THE CRAP PODCAST: Business Breakthroughs , founder & creative director of the digital marketing agency, Peare Media and about to be a mom of 3 littles (5, 3 and one due Sept 2020). In this episode of Mother the Mother: Tips for creating momentum & consistency in your business Kristen’s plan for implementing a 90-day cycle Balancing mom-lif...

In today’s Real Talk with McLean, she delves into the many ways moms end up experiencing decision fatigue and ways to overcome it, along with how to form a deeper connection with your intuition. In this episode of Mother the Mother: Honoring your needs Living in your own authenticity Fatigue from the small decisions moms have to make every day Choosing where you put your energy Being mindful of wh...

Hilary Jackendoff is a Los Angeles based meditation and Yoga Nidra teacher, formally trained in the North Indian lineage of the Bihar School of Yoga. Hilary's teaching philosophy aims to demystify ancient wisdom, making it more accessible, practical, and fun. She is committed to helping her students develop a sense of ownership of their own consciousness, embracing the notion that the spiritua...

Sufi’s experiences as an assistant midwife and doula led her to recognize that a lot more was going on behind the scenes at births and during postpartum than met the eye. She noticed that Loss and Grief affect birth and Postpartum outcomes, then discovered that giving those aspects a voice would often change the terrain of the physical and the outcome. As an intuitive, Sufi is able to troubleshoot...