The Mama's Bag Podcast

In this episode of The Mama’s Bag Podcast , I’m sharing what it really feels like to be in transition—right in the middle of it. I talk about weaning my son after two and a half years of breastfeeding, the unexpected emotional weight, and the hormonal shifts that come with closing this chapter. I also open up about those raw, “floating” moments when everything feels overwhelming, and how leaning o...

On a quiet Saturday morning, I turned on the mic to share something that’s been on my heart this week: letting go of perfection. As I step into a season filled with new chapters, from motherhood and homeownership to a new job and closing the breastfeeding chapter with my son, I’m realizing that so many of these “firsts” require me to release the pressure to get everything right. In this episode, I...

Special welcome from my two-year-old son, Jace 🥰 Welcome to the very first episode of The Mama’s Bag Podcast (formerly The Know Body Podcast)! As we step into the first week of 2026, I’m introducing the mantra that is guiding my heart this year: Firm Hope, Soft Hold. In this episode, I explore the delicate balance of staying anchored in faith and intention while remaining flexible enough to handl...

After an unplanned (but much-needed) pause, I’m back on the mic to share where I’ve been, what rest has been teaching me, and why this podcast is still so close to my heart—even when I’m not showing up perfectly. In this episode, I talk about motherhood, therapy, giving up coffee (yes, really), and the grace we give ourselves when we stop performing and start honoring where we are. This space is s...

Rest isn’t just about sleep—it’s about real restoration. But in this season of my life, deep rest has been hard to come by. In this episode, I’m having a heart-to-heart about exhaustion, running on autopilot (especially in motherhood), and the signs my body has been giving me that something needs to change. I’ll share my experience with infrared therapy, why true relaxation felt almost unfamiliar,...

Motherhood changes everything—including sisterhood. In this episode of The Know Body Podcast, I sit down with my sister to talk about how becoming moms transformed our bond in ways we never expected. From navigating new challenges to showing up for each other in the hardest seasons, we reflect on how our relationship has grown stronger through the chaos and beauty of motherhood. We’re getting real...

Mental health is just as important as physical health—and honestly, the two are more connected than we think. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal therapy journey, how I’ve learned to manage anxiety through lifestyle changes, and why building a strong community has been essential to my well-being. We’re also talking about how stress impacts the body, why isolation is not a coping mechanism, an...

Episode 3: Delays Are Not Denials – Embracing Motherhood and Finding Your Identity Struggling to find your identity as a mom? Wondering how to balance motherhood and personal growth? In this episode of The Know Body Podcast, host Valaencia T. dives into why delays in life and motherhood are not setbacks, but opportunities for growth. Discover a 3-step plan to rediscover your voice within motherhoo...

Episode 2: Preparing for Motherhood in My 30s: A Deliberate Journey In this episode of The Know Body Podcast, host Valaencia opens up about navigating societal pressures around the “right” time to have kids, how therapy helped her prepare emotionally for pregnancy, and the importance of making informed decisions about motherhood. She also dives into the process of tracking her cycles, understandin...

Kick off The Know Body Podcast with host Valaencia T. as we explore womanhood in your 30s+, self-awareness, and body changes. This episode is a safe space for women navigating pregnancy/motherhood, mental wellness, and identity shifts. Join us for candid conversations, inspiration, and insights tailored for women embracing growth and transformation. Follow @theknowbodypodcast on Instagram! Follow...