The Feminist Mom Podcast

In this episode of The Feminist Mom Podcast , Erin sits down with Jillian Knight, LMFT , a financial therapist specializing in feminist and trauma-informed care, to discuss the emotional and relational complexities of money—especially for women and mothers. They explore how financial stress intersects with caregiving, gender roles, and systemic oppression, offering a compassionate lens on how to u...

Just tell me what to do is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. In this episode of The Feminist Mom Podcast , Erin sits down with Dr. Jessica Zucker , a psychologist and writer specializing in reproductive health, to talk about her new book Normalize It: Upending the Silence, Stigma, and Shame That Shape Women’s Live...

In this bonus episode of the Feminist Mom Podcast , Erin sits down with Tiff D’Amico , a certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist, birth worker, and educator, to discuss the unique challenges of motherhood and postpartum for neurodivergent moms. Tiff shares her personal journey through loss, motherhood, and her late diagnoses of ADHD and autism, diving into how these experiences shaped her app...

In this bonus episode of the Feminist Mom Podcast , we’re diving into a critical and urgent conversation at the intersection of reproductive rights and mental health —a topic that has only become more pressing in the aftermath of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade . Joining me is Dr. Carissa Gustafson, PMH-C , a clinical psychologist and expert in maternal mental health, to explo...

In this episode of The Feminist Mom Podcast , Erin sits down with Dr. Serene Khader where they discusses her book “ Faux Feminism: Why We Fall for White Feminism and How We Can Stop ” and explores the intersections of feminism and motherhood, particularly in the context of the pandemic. In this conversation, Erin and Serene discuss the evolution of childcare awareness and the impact of the pandemi...

In this episode of The Feminist Mom Podcast , Erin sits down with Nancy Reddy , author of the forthcoming book The Good Mother Myth , which challenges the unrealistic expectations placed on mothers. Together, they discuss the cultural narratives that shape motherhood, the history of these ideals, and how we can create healthier, more equitable family dynamics. They explore the value of caregiving...

In this episode of The Feminist Mom Podcast , Erin sits down with Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez, an award-winning writer, editor, speaker, and founder of FreeBlackmotherhood. Together, they explore Ambreia’s journey as a mother, her groundbreaking work on FreeBlackmotherhood, and the systemic challenges faced by Black parents. Ambreia reflects on the intergenerational trauma stemming from enslavement,...

In this episode of the Feminist Mom Podcast , Erin sits down with Dr. Jo-Ann Finkelstein, PhD, a clinical psychologist and the author of Sexism & Sensibility: Raising Empowered, Resilient Girls in the Modern World . Drawing from her decades of experience and her education at Harvard and Northwestern Universities, Dr. Finkelstein shares invaluable insights into the challenges of raising girls i...

Jennifer Jolorte Doro is a Mom of 2, Clinical Nutritionist, and the cofounder and Chief Culinary Officer of Chiyo. For the next generation of mothers looking for guidance on their ever-adapting health journey, Chiyo is a personalized & integrative food-as-medicine platform when they need it most. Unlike other maternal health companies, Chiyo does the research and the work of nutrition planning...

Sharon Itkoff Nacache ATR-BC LCAT LPAT PMH-C (she/hers) is a perinatal art therapist with 15 years of clinical experience specializing in supporting those who identify as caregivers–personally or professionally–in cultivating creative resilience in the workplace, throughout their family building journeys, and beyond. She is a trauma-informed, attachment-based, relational clinician with a virtual p...

Elissa Strauss is a writer who covers culture, gender and care. She is the author of When You Care: The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others . Her work appears in places like the Atlantic, CNN, Slate and the New York Times. She lives with her family in Oakland, CA.  In this episode, we’re joined by Elissa Strauss, who dives into the often-overlooked importance of care work. She explores how care...

TJ Matton, LCSW-C (she/her) is a social worker, psychotherapist, adult play coach, and constructive misbehavior enthusiast helping adults liberate their mind and bodies through play. TJ’s business, The Playful Revolution, is focused on helping people understand the neuroscience of play and reconnect with the power and potential of play. Play is a primal need to the human body and is the neglected...

On this episode Misty Pratt discusses her book ' All in Her Head: How Gender Bias Harms Women's Mental Health, ' which combines memoir, research, and the stories of women from around the world. Misty shares her personal experience with mental illness and the challenges her grandmother faced in receiving a diagnosis. She also discusses the impact of motherhood on her mental health and t...

Helena Vissing, PsyD and Erin discuss the critical role of somatic therapy in maternal mental health, emphasizing the need for an integrated approach that considers societal and cultural contexts. They explore the tension between public and private spheres in motherhood, the challenges of modern motherhood, and the journey towards empowered, authentic motherhood. The conversation also examines the...

Trac e y Lindeman , in her discussion of her book "Bleed," highlights systemic issues in diagnosing and treating endometriosis, pointing to misogyny and paternalistic care in the medical system. She emphasizes the dismissal of women's pain and the impact on reproductive rights, mental health, and the invisibility of chronic conditions. Tracey Lindeman is a longtime freelance journalist (The Guardi...

Today on the podcast is Marissa Rivera Bolaños . Marissa is a doula, gentle parenting coach and visual artist with a passion to create change around the way our culture approaches women's health. In this discussion Marissa and Erin talk about gentle parenting beyond the white, heteronormative narratives we often associate with gentle parenting.  Mentioned in this episode: Marissa’s article “Th...

Dr. Nicole Pensak and Erin talk about the maternal brain, matrescence and why mothers deserve to be paid more.  Dr. Pensak is a Clinical Psychologist, author and researcher specializing in treating postpartum mental health, anxiety, OCD, and depression. She is certified in postpartum mental health and provides evidence-based therapy to her patients. Dr. Pensak serves on the Expert Review Board for...

Erin and Nykesha Geeter talk about anti-racism parenting and the intersection of anti-Black racism and sexism (aka “Black Feminism”). Nykesha Geeter, MSW MPsy PPSC (on TikTok / Instagram / Patreon as TheAntiRacismEducator). Nykesha has spent over 15 years servicing children and families in communities in Southern California both in education and social services agencies. In addition, she has earne...

Erin and Dr. Sam DuFlo talk all things pelvic floor! Dr. Sam DuFlo is the Founder & Chief Medical Officer of Indigo Physiotherapy - a pelvic physical therapy practice founded on the premise that the body deserves more and deserves better. Since opening in 2016 in a single rented room in Baltimore City, Indigo has grown to eight boutique locations and counting. Sam is also the author of Pelvic...

Bryana and Erin talk about conscious parenting, parenting boys, and needing fathers to evolve along with their femal counterparts. Bryana makes a case for how conscious parenting can be a revolutionary act that has the potential to create a more inclusive and compassionate society. Bryana Kappadakunnel, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and the owner of Conscious Mommy. She is endo...

Nilam Pate l, is the author of Finding Her Being Her, A Journey of Poems where she invites readers into a world of profound introspection and self-discovery. She is also a pharmacist, mother, artist, and the COO of the Bloom Foundation . Nilam talks about finding her unique voice, grieving a pregnancy loss, and healing through writing.  Learn more about Nilam: https://findingherbeingher.com/ Follo...

Linda Fruits is the content creator behind the relatable motherhood account @fruitsofmotherhood . Her mission in life is to normalize the sweet, bitter and bittersweet Fruits of Motherhood, with a side of humor. Linda wrote, designed and illustrated a book called, The Mom Life. Linda and Erin talk about finding yourself in motherhood, coming out and living authentically. Learn more about Linda: ht...

Candy Baracat-Donovan is one half of Like A Sister , founded alongside her real life sister, Tiffany Miller. They use their backgrounds - Certified Lactation Counselor (Candy), trained postpartum doula (Tiffany) and new parent educators (both of them) to support new and expecting families of all kinds and they learn how to make the right choices for their unique family. We believe everyone needs a...

Sara Petersen, author of Momfluenced: Inside the Maddening, Picture-Perfect World of Mommy Influencer Culture , and a newsletter about the myth of the ideal mother called In Pursuit of Clean Countertops . In this conversation, Sara and Erin discuss the impact and evolution of mom influencers, the performance of motherhood, and the pressure and scrutiny that women face in their roles as mothers.  M...

Lisa Selin Davis , author and journalist. She has written two novels, BELLY and LOST STARS , and the nonfiction book TOMBOY: The Surprising History of Girls Who Dared to be Different . She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, Time and many other publications. HOUSEWIFE: Why Women Still Do It All and What to Do Instead is her latest book.  Lisa Selin Davis delves into her book,...