Out of the Reeds

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the transformative power of self-inquiry, faith, and healing—this episode reveals how embracing curiosity can rewrite your story around body ownership, faith, and fertility. If you've ever felt betrayed by your body or trapped in impossible hopes, you’re about to discover a roadmap out of the silence and shame. Allie Hamrick shares her profound journey—from growing up...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets of authentic parenting across generations in this heartfelt conversation between mother and daughter. Discover how a Caribbean upbringing shaped one woman’s approach to discipline, community, and love — and how her insights can help you navigate modern motherhood with confidence and grace. This episode dives deep into the cultural differences in parenting styles...

Send us Fan Mail Most moms hit a point where they feel completely lost in motherhood—then discover the sacred art of reclaiming themselves. In this raw, heartfelt episode, Natasha shares her intimate journey from postpartum overwhelm to rediscovering her identity on her own terms. Whether you’re in the trenches or emerging on the other side, this is the story of resilience, self-love, and the heal...

Send us Fan Mail Tatiana Gonzalez shares her journey from professional dancer to resilient military spouse and mother of a neurodivergent child. Discover how she navigates the challenges of long deployments, raising an autistic son, and redefining stability in her marriage. In this episode, Tatiana offers insights on managing family boundaries, feeling safe in partnerships, and adapting to life&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the hidden truths of motherhood that many overlook. Melissa shares her journey through unexpected postpartum challenges, revealing insights that can transform your approach to motherhood. From surprising labor responses to postpartum symptoms like hair loss, this episode empowers you to listen to your body and embrace its wisdom. Explore the healing power of rituals and t...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Natasha Preckajlo and Kristin Cronic as she goes into her journey from military officer to mother to full-time artist shows how life’s chaos can fuel creativity. In this episode, she shares how motherhood became a catalyst for deeper artistic expression, transforming setbacks into inspiration for her luminous paintings. Discover how Kristin navigated leaving the military...

Send us Fan Mail Join Natasha Preckajlo and guest Jacqui Garcia, founder of Create Yourself Co., as she shares her journey from motherhood to self-empowerment. Discover how embracing neurodivergence and shedding societal expectations transformed her life. This episode offers insights into reconnecting with your essence and creating the life you crave. Explore how motherhood reveals our deepest tru...

Send us Fan Mail Why I Started Out of the Reeds: Motherhood, Creativity, and Transition Natasha Preckajlo, LCSW introduces her podcast Out of the Reeds and explains why she created it. Drawing from her postpartum journey and her book The Art of Motherhood, which blends art, poetry, and memoir after her first son’s birth in 2018. A licensed clinical social worker with yoga, and energy work training...