The Modern Mamas Podcast

In this episode, Jess sits down with Steph Gaudreau and we chat her new book, The Core 4 as well as deep dive into EVERYTHING. Literally everything.  We chat change and the fear behind it, we chat mindset, feelings, and behaviors.  We explore what we'd like to change about the health and wellness industry, Steph's biggest struggles, and what really lights her up.  I loved getting to...

In this episode, Laura sits down with her husband, Rusty, to reflect on all things van and nomadic living with a toddler for the last 18 months. They dive into the deep, delicious, great, and raw of traveling across the country and living full time in their converted van. What they share might surprise you! Follow along with all their continued adventures:  @laura.radicalroots See their favor...

In this episode, Laura and Jess sit down with 13 incredible women who came together for the first 2020 Modern Mamas Retreat in Austin, Texas. They reflected on almost 3 years of podcasting and answered real and raw questions. Tune in! This is one you won't want to miss. Have a suggestion for the next retreat location or a guest you'd love to hear from? Let us know on Instagram! Thank you to o...

In this episode: toddlers demystified! Laura sits down for another awesome episode with Eliza Parker, certified Aware Parenting Instructor, Infant Developmental Movement Educator, Body-Mind Centering® Practitioner, and trained Feldenkrais® practitioner. Eliza respects babies (and toddlers) as whole people who enter the world knowing how to communicate, learn, and self-heal within relationship. Her...

In this episode, Laura and Jess sit down for another catchup episode. It's been a while since we just sat down to just shoot the sh*t, and this is a fun one. Enjoy current thoughts on social media, updates on some big life transitions for both Laura and Jess, and even a cameo from Evie. We are so grateful for such a safe space to share and for this incredible community. Thank you to our Sponsors!...

This week, Jess sits down with Hannah and Kelty, twins, mothers, and feminist co-hosts of the podcast and parenting resource Upbringing.  This episode was like chatting with your two best friends all about the real and honest struggles of parenting, what it means to be a modern mama, and so much more.  We talk about the RESIST approach, an alternative to conventional discipline, wha...

TRIGGER WARNING:  This weeks episode will discuss pregnancy and infant loss. This week, Jess sits down with Liz Winters, NTP, pre and postnatal coach, and creator of incredible pregnancy and infant loss resources.  Liz allows us to hold the space for the story of her son Elliot.  She shares her loss in a beautiful way, and how it was the catalyst for her to create support programs f...

In this episode, Laura and Jess sit down for another catchup episode. This one is a big one. Tune in for some deep 2019 reflections and 2020 goals, intentions, and words. Laura shares some huge life updates and van life reflections. Jess reflects on an incredible year and rebels against the standard New Year expectations. We'd love to hear your thoughts! Thanks for being here, friends. Thank you t...

In this episode, Laura sits down with Trystan Reese, a transgender storyteller, facilitator, and parent. His family exploded into the public eye after he was featured on the parenting podcast The Longest Shortest Time. Trystan’s family’s story has since been covered by People Magazine, on Buzzfeed, on CNN, and in hundreds of other outlets across the globe. Trystan’s passion is facilitating transfo...

In this episode, Jess and Laura sit down for a short, sweet, real chat about our holiday plans and finding joy in the simple moments. We also share some extra special gratitude for all of you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the love, support, and community in 2019. This space means more to us than we can say. Happy holidays! Thank you to our Sponsors! Shop 15% off Super Fat Pouches wi...

In this episode, Jess sits down with Kate Markovitz, creator and voice behind Motherhood Grace. Kate struggled with postpartum anxiety alone for too long because she was embarrassed to admit she didn't have it all together and needed help. Through journaling, therapy, and developing a deeper understanding of herself, she embraced this new chapter of her life and discovered the miracle of motherhoo...

In this episode, Laura and Jess sit down for another catchup episode. Expect real life talk about this highs and lows of this super intense season of life (and the year). Reflections, life updates, holiday expectations, and so much more. Thank you for tuning in! We are so so grateful for this community and for every share, message, review, and connection. Register for our Austin retreat HERE . A S...

In this episode Jess takes a deep dive into one of our most requested topics - postpartum skincare!  We brought on esthetician, fellow podcaster, safer skincare advocate and all around beautiful soul, Genevieve Blair to chat about the phenomenon that is postpartum skin.  We had so much to chat about that we broke this recording into TWO episodes!  Today is Part Two, and we're tackli...

In this episode Jess takes a deep dive into one of our most requested topics - postpartum skincare!  We brought on esthetician, fellow podcaster, safer skincare advocate and all around beautiful soul, Genevieve Blair to chat about the phenomenon that is postpartum skin.  We had so much to chat about that we broke this recording into TWO episodes!  Part one will tackle the science be...

In this episode, Laura sits down with Jillian Koscielniac, mama, blogger, teacher, and one of the voices behind the Simplified Khaos podcast. Her mission is to simplify health and happiness in this chaotic world by choosing to be intentional, not busy. Jillian shares her story of transition from a busy, non-stop, stress-filled life to one of simplicity and joy. She answers YOUR...

In this episode, Laura and Jess sit down for a much anticipated catchup episode. Tune in for some deep reflections on the first ever Modern Mamas Podcast Retreat and very exciting news about the next one coming in February 2020! Jess and Laura also share updates including vulnerable topics and feelings you'll only hear in this space. We are so grateful for you. Thank you for being here! ANNOUNCEME...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode shares a very real and raw miscarriage experience. In this episode, Laura sits down with Kristin Kaschak, a dear friend and the brilliant mind behind a Big Brash Life. Kristin shows up in this space to share the very real, raw, hard experience of miscarriage. Unfortunately, women are so often set up to go through the experience of pregnancy loss al...

In this episode, Jess sits down with Dr. Elana Roumell to answer all of your listener questions about holistic healthcare for your family.  We tackle topics like cold and flu care, basic approaches to vaccines and flu shots, holistic home remedies and more!  This is a perfect topic going in to cold and flu season, and you will not want to miss it. About Dr. Roumell: Dr. Elana Roumell is...

In this episode, Laura and Jess sit down with the 18 incredible women in this Modern Mamas Community at the first ever Modern Mamas Retreat in Los Angeles, California. They answer questions in-person with tears, laughter, and the real talk that comes from looking each other in the face in real life. The weekend was filled with connection, love, vulnerability, and presence. And this episode is a te...

In this episode, Laura sits down with Maris Young of Young Honest Mother to REAL TALK all things life, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and communal living. Maris is a wife and mother who craves authentic connection. She created Young Honest Mother to bear the torch for conversations surrounding all things marriage, motherhood and modern home economics. In all honesty. Unnerved by the...

**TRIGGER WARNING: This episode shares birth details that may be triggering for some people. Please be advised prior to listening that this may contain sensitive information.** In this episode, Jess sits down with Emily, a listener, licensed clinical social worker, and first time mama.  Emily shares her pregnancy journey, labor and delivery story, and postpartum healing wi...

In this episode, Jess and Laura sit down IN PERSON for a super fun catch-up. Laura updates everyone on the current van-life situation and her desires for the future. Jess talks about her new found love of street parking and the difficult necessity of setting healthy boundaries. We dive into some rapid-fire listener questions (as rapid as we can). If you love this one, let us know over on Instagram...

In this episode, Jess sits down with Tricia Huffman aka Your Joyologist to chat about real life.  Not just being joyful, but how to chase it, find it, and choose it, even when life doesn't quite go your way.  We not only talk about joy, but we talk about dealing with feelings of guilt and shame, and how we have the power to feel, examine, and move forward through those feelings to grow.&...

“WARNING: this episode is about the heartbreaking loss of still birth. While we know this is an incredibly important conversation that needs to happen, we also want to be sure to let you know before reading the show notes or tuning in, in case this might be a triggering topic. We are so grateful for this open, loving community and for Sydelle for sharing Bostyn’s story.”  In this episode, Lau...

In this episode, Laura sits down with Danielle Ryan Broida, Regstered Herbalist (AHG) and Holistic Nutritionist, who is the National Educator at Four Sigmatic. As you know, we've been working with Four Sigmatic for a long time now and believe strongly in the incredibly effectiveness of their mushroom elixirs. Now, Danielle is here to share everything you could want to know about harnessing the pow...