Nailed It: Motherhood Podcast

Are our children learning everything they need to thrive? Schools teach many important subjects—but what about critical thinking, financial literacy, creativity, and practical life skills? This week on Nailed It Motherhood , educator and Homeschool Remix author Chris Linder joins Tamara Eldridge for an eye-opening conversation about how parents can intentionally bridge the gaps in their child&apos...

Some women spend years trying to be heard. Regina Patterson decided she would never be silenced again. In Lights, Camera, Action! Voice for the Voiceless , Regina shares how acting, writing, and producing became pathways to healing and self-expression after growing up without the freedom to use her voice. She speaks candidly about chasing her dreams while raising an autistic son, adapting to life&...

This week on Nailed It Motherhood, Tamara Eldridge sits down for an intimate solo episode sharing the unspoken truths many mothers carry silently. From becoming a mother before feeling emotionally, financially, or mentally prepared… to grieving former versions of yourself while loving your children deeply… Tamara opens up about the emotional weight, identity shifts, overstimulation, invisible labo...

Living “The Dream” took on a whole new meaning for Dr. Tiffany Sayles when she realized that having the marriage, the career, and the big family she always wanted also required intentional upkeep. In this episode, Dr. Sayles opens up about the work it takes to maintain faith, love, identity, and self-care through life’s challenges. By learning who she was outside of her responsibilities and giving...

15-19-23. To understand the significance behind these numbers, you have to listen to Joi West-Phalo’s personal parenting journey. She became a mom at 15 and now inspires other moms and women to walk boldly in their purpose. Through a strong support system and determination not to fall into the teen mom statistics, Joi was able to find herself again, define meaning in her life, and be a role model...

In this deeply moving episode, Tamika Bruce opens up about the impact of parental incarceration—not just on the parent, but on the children left behind. After serving 10 years and enduring 7 years without seeing her kids, Tamika returned home to face a new reality: her children were intelligent and capable—but struggling in ways she didn’t expect. This conversation unpacks:  • The emotional toll o...

Co-parenting isn’t just about schedules. It’s about emotions, communication, and showing up for your kids in every season. In this episode of Nailed It Motherhood , LaDon Hall shares his real-life journey from everyday parenting to navigating custody arrangements, opening up about the emotional impact on both parents and children. This conversation dives into the importance of flexibility, honest...

Most moms feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure if they’re doing enough, until they hear a story like this. In this powerful episode of Nailed It Motherhood , Taja Morris shares her raw journey from trauma, depression, and disconnection to true healing and self-care. Through personal loss, city-life chaos, and the deep bond with her children, she reveals what it really means to rebuild and redef...

It felt like the ground disappeared underneath her life. In this powerful episode of Nailed It Motherhood , we dive into what it really looks like to navigate betrayal, business loss, and heartbreak — while still showing up as a present, loving mom. This wasn’t just a relationship ending. For Juls Bindi, this was a years-long partnership shattered in a single night — without her knowledge. And jus...

In this episode of Nailed It Motherhood, host Tamara Eldridge welcomes Dr. Kate Lund, a psychologist, author, and mother, who shares her journey of resilience through parenting and personal challenges. Dr. Lund discusses her new book, 'Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting,' emphasizing the importance of self-care, understanding unique parenting contexts, and fostering resilience in...

In this episode of Nailed It Motherhood Podcast, Tamara Eldridge sits down with single dad Quincy Kofi Swatson, for an honest conversation about hobbies, co-parenting, and showing up as a present parent. Quincy shares what raising two very different sons has taught him about patience, grace, and meeting each child where they are. Together, they unpack the realities dads face, the importance of sel...

This episode of Nailed It Motherhood Podcast is for all of the parents carrying the weight of our caregivers.  Lisa Augustin gives us full permission to go against the grain as she  shares her parenting journey and the intentional work of breaking generational traumas - specific to parenting girls.  We talk about how our own upbringing quietly shapes the way we parent, the power of truly listening...

Who Is it?!? You'll have to hit play to find out.  What happens when creativity collides with responsibility… and childhood is as simple and as complex as we remember it?  This week’s Nailed It: Motherhood episode features a mystery guest whose story sits right at the intersection of art, growing up, and that tender 6–7-year-old season that shapes more of us than we realize. But I can't...

What does it really take to break cycles and build something healthier for the next generation?  In this powerful episode of Nailed It Motherhood , host Tamara Eldridge sits down with Keshia "Kay" Jenkins - a mother of four, maternal health advocate and doula, and living example of resilience. Keshia bravely shares her journey through forced marriage, abuse, postpartum challenges, and th...

In this episode, host Tamara Eldridge sits down with Juanita Woodson - mother, storyteller, and podcast co-host = for a powerful conversation about her journey through motherhood. Juanita opens up about becoming a teen mom, the challenges that shaped her, and how she transformed her struggles into a mission to support other mothers. Together, they explore themes of perseverance, faith, and communi...

She put herself first as a mom. Because she knows that her child will be taken care of by her, by dad, doctor's and the rest of the village.  After experiencing postpartum as a therapist, Dr. Pamela Atueyi does not take it lightly the importance of surrounding yourself with community and practicing self-care.  In another heartfelt episode of Nailed It Motherhood Podcast, we engage in an empow...

Join a powerful conversation with this phenomenal mother, Charlie Marcol, the COOLEST Author in Town! She and Tamara sit down and talk about  seeing motherhood as an assignment.  Charlie opens up about her journey as a single mom, what it means to break generational chains, and how healing our own wounds shapes the way we parent. Charlie is not only a mother, but a certified educator, an author an...

Have you ever thought about being  friends with mom guilt?  In this episode of Nailed It Motherhood , Tamara sits down with Jocelyn Flores - a licensed therapist and founder of Open Space Therapy - for a raw, heartfelt conversation about her journey into motherhood. Jocelyn opens up about becoming a first-time mom during the pandemic, navigating the emotional ups and downs, and the experience of p...

Have you ever felt like a married single parent? You are certainly not alone and Monique Russell, LCSW wants to normalize this feeling and provide a space where parents begin to heal. Join this heartfelt conversation between Tamara and Monique, as Monique shares her personal journey through motherhood, the impact of her upbringing the importance of elevating the voice of her children.  Our guest o...

This next story is not an isolated parenting style, but was handled with grace and empowerment. In this episode of Nailed It Motherhood, host Tamara Eldridge welcomes Kim Duplessis, a dedicated mother, nonprofit founder, and author, to discuss the challenges and triumphs of single parenthood. Kim shares her personal journey, emphasizing the importance of resilience, community support, and self-car...

 In this episode of the Nailed It Motherhood podcast, host Tamara Eldridge welcomes Tiffany Mathias,  a mother, grandmother, and advocate for women and youth shares her powerful journey to finding her purpose in her 40s.  Tiffany opens up about not just breaking cycles of generational trauma, but healing mother-daughter dynamics through open communication, and living in her purpose beyond parentin...

 Parenting is full of ups and downs. In this episode of Nailed It Motherhood Podcast, the host, Tamara Eldridge sits down with mom and licensed professional Dr. Martine Laventure as they discuss the challenges of  parenting through transitions, advocacy, and growth.   From early signs of autism to navigating school changes, therapy, and community support, Dr. LaVenture shares both her challenges a...

In this episode of the Nailed It Motherhood podcast, Tamara sits down with Emily Aylott, a healthcare director and CEO of a nonprofit dedicated to supporting young parents. Emily shares her journey from becoming a teen mom to achieving educational and professional success, emphasizing the importance of community, support systems, and sharing personal stories. The conversation explores the challeng...

Shamica had to navigate motherhood as a teen mom, who wasn’t sure she would even make it to high school graduation. Today, she is not only a high school graduate, but a certified doula, businessowner, homeowner and birthing advocate in her New Haven community.  In this episode, she shares some phenomenal stories about each of her own births, the 17 births that she was able to be a part of through...

Approximately 358,000 babies are born every day.  One in 12 mothers experience preeclampsia. One in 10 of those mothers DON'T know.  Symptoms that are the same as regular pregnancy fatigue can easily be overlooked, but Nailed It Motherhood Podcast is thankful that it's humorous, lovely guest, Lisa Lopez, was taken seriously when she crashed into parenthood.   Since she knew nothing about...