Renew motherhood

The host expresses gratitude to her expert guests on the mom podcast, acknowledging their contributions to the Renew Motherhood series. Listeners are encouraged to revisit all episodes, which remain available. She hopes that all the episodes help with motherhood struggles, and increase awareness of mental health and emotional intelligence. Join the new community „Motherhood village“ for tons of va...

Kelly Kellem joins Blanka Falk to discuss the complexities of college funding and how to navigate them effectively. They highlight the importance of accurate college funding information, debunk common myths about costs, and emphasize avoiding financial aid mistakes. The conversation covers choosing colleges based on financial fit, negotiating for more aid, and exploring alternative payment strateg...

In this episode, Tamar Daneshrad joins Blanka Falk to explore the multifaceted journey of motherhood. Tamar is a Spiritual Life Coach, energy healer, and former pharmacist who now helps women reconnect with their true selves and live with more clarity, ease, and authenticity. Through a blend of neuroscience, energy work, and practical tools, she supports clients in clearing emotional noise and ste...

Janet Hum joins Blanka Falk to discuss the challenges mothers face regarding financial self-care and mom guilt. Janet Hum is a CPA-turned-financial strategist, and she specializes in helping professionals - especially women - take control of their money, overcome fear, and create tax-smart wealth-building strategies that set them up for lasting financial independence.  They explore strategies for...

In this episode, Margitt Royce joins Blanka Falk to explore "The Fearless Mother" and the complexities of letting go of daughters. They discuss the balance between guiding and controlling children, emphasizing the importance of understanding and trusting the motherhood process. Blanka shares her personal experience, highlighting the transformative journey of motherhood and the healing from past tr...

Led Bradshaw joins Blanka Falk to explore the intersection of art, emotional expression, and family connection. Led is an award-winning comic book illustrator, autism advocate, and graphic artist. He is the creator of Jetpulse Studios, an online comic book store in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY. Since 2018, Jetpulse Studios has published the Emmy award-winning comic book series "The Adventures of Jake J...

Blanka Falk is joined by Lisa McGrath to discuss bullying and parental instincts. Lisa McGrath is the Founder and CEO of LPM Enterprises, a consulting firm in Alberta specializing in construction and restoration for condos and commercial clients. With 10,000+ hours of industry experience since 2005, she brings expertise in project management, HR, and safety. Lisa also hosts the podcast "Devil’s Ad...

In this episode, Blanka Falk is joined by Kristin Revere to delve into the transformative journey of motherhood. They explore the role and benefits of having a doula, emphasizing the importance of informed childbirth and the common judgments mothers often face. They highlight the crucial role of partner support and the importance of seeking help. Kristin and Blanka advocate for creating a judgment...

Una Archer joins Blanka Falk to explore attachment parenting and its impact on emotional regulation. Una MSC is passionate about helping parents raise emotionally secure children. She uses tried and tested attachment-informed Circle of Security Parenting framework to help parents feel more confident in their role and navigate the challenges of parenting in a more connected and peaceful way. They d...

Blanka Falk and Frances Fomai delve into the nuances of family dynamics and parenting within cultural contexts. In Fran's book, Can You Hear Me?, is a raw and powerful reflection of her personal journey through the struggles of parenting, cultural identity, and communication breakdowns. Born from your own healing after years of miscommunication with your children, it shares the transformative tool...

Kristina Manning, founder of Calm Minds Parent Coaching, is an experienced ADHD Parenting Coach with 15 years in education as a teacher and school counselor. She empowers parents to raise kids with ADHD using peaceful parenting and emotional intelligence. In this episode with Blanka Falk, Kristina explains the HALT concept, shares a tantrum-handling example, and contrasts traditional parenting wit...

Blanka Falk and Kristina Heagh-Avritt explore education beyond traditional models. With 27 years of teaching experience, Kristina guides parents in providing a holistic education that fosters academic skills, compassion, integrity, and a growth mindset. She believes that understanding strengths and weaknesses helps children develop their unique learning styles and reach their full potential. Krist...

Blanka Falk engages in a conversation with Dr. Kathryn Murray about the pivotal role of early interactions in a child's brain development. Dr Kathryn Murray is passionate about creating opportunities to give children the best possible start in life. She is proud to be the founder of Future Strong Education Consultancy, Australia. She is the creator of the original Brain-SET Environments Formula™,...

Blanka Falk and Aliesha Embleton explore how to nurture children's authentic selves through resilience, authenticity, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Aliesha, a Child Development Coach, best-selling author, and speaker, is a leading expert in childhood training and mentoring. She offers a personalized approach to childhood development, helping parents unlock their child’s full potential. Book a fre...

Blanka Falk and Bradley Vinson explore the complexities of grief using the "Women are spaghetti, men are waffles" analogy to highlight gender differences. Bradley is a grief coach, speaker, and trainer who helps people heal and grow after loss. With nearly 30 years of experience in ministry, storytelling, and grief care, he equips churches, caregivers, and communities with practical tools to suppo...

Ryan Alan Jones joins Blanka Falk to discuss emotional regulation in parenting and his journey to fatherhood with a focus on applying neuroscience. Ryan is a father, husband, coach, and doctoral student in coaching and leadership. He has been married for 8 years and has an 19-month-old daughter, and brings his academic and personal development experience to his relationships with his wife and daug...

Blanka Falk welcomes Jennifer Erwin to discuss self-worth's impact on motherhood. Jennifer is a women’s empowerment coach dedicated to guiding high-achieving moms through burnout to a thriving, confident life.  After leaving a successful teaching career due to burnout, she found her new calling in life coaching in 2016 and has been supporting women ever since.  As a recovering perfectionist and em...

Blanka Falk welcomes Dr. Ashley Poklar to explore the concept of "good enough" parenting, emphasizing the pitfalls of striving for perfection. Dr. Poklar is a homeschooling mother of 4, a licensed psychologist, and an educator.  Serving as the Clinical Director for Sentinel Foundation, a US based organization that addresses child sex-trafficking and exploitation both domestically and abroad, Ashle...

Blanka Falk welcomes writer and mentor Leigh Shulman to explore creativity amidst motherhood’s chaos. With 20+ years of experience, Leigh founded "The Inspired Writer Community" and authored the bestselling "The Writer's Roadmap". Her work appears in "The New York Times", "Washington Post", and more. Living in Argentina, she shares insights on transforming stress into creativity, the power of ritu...

Blanka Falk engages in a conversation with Dr. Emily Guarnotta about the concept of survival mode in motherhood. Dr. Emily Guarnotta is a licensed clinical psychologist and certified perinatal mental health provider who specializes in maternal mental health. She is the owner of Phoenix Health, a therapy practice that supports parents navigating the challenges of parenthood. They explore the preval...

Blanka Falk welcomes Sumeet Ahuja to discuss the complex journey of motherhood and self-discovery. Sumeet empowers stressed-out, anxious moms to release trapped emotions, helping them reclaim their inner peace, rediscover their true selves, and live with renewed clarity and purpose.   They delve into struggles with self-worth and the challenge of rediscovering identity amidst societal expectations...

Blanka Falk sits down with Rita Desnoyers-Garcia to explore the power of self-compassion and mindfulness in transforming family dynamics. Rita has helped people reach their potential for over 30 years. With a BA in Psychology from Holy Cross and an MSSW from Columbia, she worked as a social worker in NYC before a spiritual transformation led her to become a teacher, speaker, and life coach for str...

Blanka Falk invites Yola Bastos to share her journey as a mother and entrepreneur. Yola delves into the delicate balance of managing a business while nurturing a family, emphasizing the importance of self-care and personal growth. She discusses embracing mistakes as learning opportunities and shares valuable business insights. Yola highlights the significance of strong family bonds and offers advi...

Blanka Falk engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Susan Landers, who shares her personal challenges and experiences as a working mother. Dr. Landers, a neonatologist with 30+ years in the NICU, raised three children while balancing a demanding career. She shares stories to reassure working mothers that they can be a “good enough mother.” Susan supports moms through her "Substack newslette...

Blanka Falk welcomes Laura Lavrencik to explore how childhood shapes mindset and success. Despite reaching the top 1% in her field, past wounds held Laura back — until she discovered the Path to Achievement. Now, she helps others break free from limiting beliefs to live with confidence and purpose. Laura shares her journey and how early experiences shaped her. *"Wounds from the past can cloud your...