The MOOBment

What does it mean to be a mother, a grandmother, a survivor, and a warrior? In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie Ann welcomes Amy White, a mother of four sons and one daughter, content creator, and breast cancer survivor. Known for sharing her relatable experiences about raising her children , Amy brings humor, honesty, and perspective to a conversation that goes...

What happens when motherhood meets comedy? Actress, comedian, and mom of only boys Sigi Ravet joins Laurie Ann on The MOOBment Podcast for a funny, honest, and relatable conversation about raising sons, navigating motherhood, gender disappointment and finding humor in the everyday chaos of family life. From the joys and challenges of being a boy mom to balancing motherhood with her own identity an...

What happens when the dream of becoming a parent isn’t as simple as you imagined? On this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie Ann sits down with Lindsey Mickler of Baby Quest Foundation for an important conversation about infertility, fertility treatments, IVF, surrogacy and the emotional and financial challenges that can come with trying to build a family. Together, they discuss the realities...

What does it really mean to be a MOOB — a Mother Of Only Boys? In this special episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie Ann sits down with fellow MOOB Michaelan Mena for an honest, funny, and heartfelt conversation about all things MOOB. From the unique experience of raising only sons to the ways being a MOOB shapes our identity, our relationships, and even how we see ourselves, this is one of thos...

Jessica Hosfeld is a fellow MOOB — a Mother Of Only Boys — who made a major career pivot and found herself at the forefront of AI. Now she helps businesses and individuals understand how to use artificial intelligence in practical, approachable ways. In this fascinating conversation, Jessica joins Laurie Ann to break down AI without the intimidation factor. They explore how tools like ChatGPT can...

What happens when a mom decides it’s finally her turn to chase a dream? Tara Pinkerton joins The MOOBment Podcast to talk about raising boys, motherhood, rediscovering herself, and stepping into a new chapter as a singer-songwriter. She shares the story behind her new single, “Backburner,” and what it means to stop putting yourself last. This heartfelt conversation is for every mom who has spent y...

No two boys are the same—even when they’re raised by the same parents, in the same home, with the same rules and values. In this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie Ann sits down with Suzy Shaw, creator of Mothers of Boys Survival Guide, for an honest and relatable conversation about raising sons and learning to parent the child in front of you. They share their own experiences as mothers of o...

Karen Lesh, creator of MOB Truths, joins The MOOBment Podcast on Episode 33  to talk about raising boys, the mother-son bond, and learning to let go while staying connected through every stage of motherhood. Karen and Laurie Ann discuss communicating with your sons, raising boys as individuals, staying positive and seeing the glass half full, and asking for what you need at home and in your career...

What happens when the family you imagined isn’t the family you get? Laurie Ann sits down with Katherine Asbery, clinical psychologist and author of Altered Dreams: Living with Gender Disappointment, for an honest conversation about gender disappointment, raising three sons, longing for a daughter, and ultimately adopting a baby girl. Katherine shares the complicated emotions of loving her boys dee...

Yoga teacher, author, and fellow MOOB Sarah Ezrin joins The MOOBment Podcast to talk about raising two boys and bringing the lessons of yoga into everyday parenting. Sarah, author of The Yoga of Parenting, shares how mindfulness, presence, patience, and self-compassion can help us navigate the chaos, challenges, and joy of motherhood—without trying to be the perfect parent.  Join the FREE MOOB Com...

In this episode of The MOOBment, we sit down with Danielle Brown, founder of Healthy Girl Kitchen, for a candid conversation that goes far beyond the recipes and reels you've come to know her for. Danielle opens up about the childhood experiences that shaped her relationship with food and family, the origin story behind building Healthy Girl Kitchen from the ground up, and how she's navigating mot...

What do boys really need to grow into kind, confident, and capable men? In this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, parenting expert, author, and journalist Jennifer L.W. Fink joins us for an honest conversation about raising boys, how boys and girls often develop differently, and why understanding those differences matters. Jennifer shares practical parenting insights, challenges common misconceptio...

Rachel Mansfield—bestselling cookbook author, recipe creator, entrepreneur, investor, and mom of three boys—joins Laurie Ann on The MOOBment Podcast for an honest conversation about motherhood, marriage, business, and raising sons. Rachel shares how she turned her passion for food into a thriving brand, built multiple successful businesses while raising three young boys, and why perfection isn’t t...

Why are boys diagnosed with autism more often than girls? What are the early signs? And what does life look like afrer a diagnosis? What happens when life doesn’t unfold the way you imagined? In this heartfelt conversation, Laurie Ann sits down with Christin, founder of The Lady of Knots and proud mom of four boys, to talk about motherhood, raising a son with autism, finding strength in the unexpe...

Gender disappointment is one of the most misunderstood—and least talked about—topics in parenting. Yet so many parents experience it, often carrying feelings of guilt, grief, confusion, or shame. In this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie Ann sits down with Sam Moyes, whose honest Instagram Reel on gender disappointment sparked emotional conversations online. Together, they explore why these...

Can just five minutes a day really make a difference? In this episode of The MOOBment, Laurie Ann sits down with Abbey Hansen, a fellow MOOB (Mother Of Only Boys) and NASM Certified Fitness & Nutrition Expert, to talk about why taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s one of the best things you can do for your family. Abbey shares practical, realistic ways busy moms can prioritize themselves...

Are the rising costs of youth sports stretching your family’s budget? From travel teams and tournament fees to equipment, coaching, and hotels, competitive sports can cost thousands of dollars every year. In this episode of The MOOBment, Laurie Ann sits down with Mandy Holmes—fellow MOOB (Mother Of Only Boys), entrepreneur, and founder of Sponsor My Athlete—to reveal her proven system for helping...

On this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie Ann welcomes Dr. Kate Nagel—physician, wellness advocate, and fellow MOOB (Mother of Only Boys)—for an honest conversation about one of the biggest challenges moms face: believing it’s okay and necessary to take care of themselves. If you’ve ever felt guilty for making time to exercise, eat healthy, schedule a doctor’s appointment, or simply take a b...

What does a voice actress from one of the world’s most beloved animated series have in common with a community of mothers raising only boys? More than you might think. In this fun, heartfelt, and relatable episode of The MOOBment Podcast,host  Laurie Ann sits down with Selah Victor, the American voice actress behind Chloé Bourgeois on Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir and a proud mo...

What if the key to better communication with your son was simply understanding how boys actually think, feel, and connect? In this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, host Laurie Ann speaks with Christopher Pepper and Joanna Schroeder, co-authors of the groundbreaking book Talk to Your Boys, to discuss what they learned after spending years listening directly to teenage boys. Rather than relying on a...

Middle school can feel like everything changes overnight. The sweet little boy who once told you everything suddenly becomes quieter, moodier, more independent… and sometimes completely confusing. In this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie sits down with educator and middle school expert Bridget KerMorris, parent coach, for an honest and reassuring MOOBversation about raising boys during the...

On this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, host Laurie Ann sits down with AM Smiles Sleep Training baby sleep coach, Anne-Marie Harriger, for an honest and helpful MOOBversation about sleep training, bedtime routines, naps, and helping babies — and parents — finally get more rest. Anne-Marie shares practical sleep tips for overwhelmed parents so whether you’re a first-time parent, in the newborn sta...

  On this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, host Laurie Ann sits down with Jennifer Wege — mom to 11-year-old twins, a boy and a girl, and the woman behind the supportive and popular Northern Westchester Moms community. Together, they dive into one of parenting’s biggest questions: are boys and girls really that different… or are many of the stereotypes simply expectations we place on them? Je...

What if making mistakes is actually one of the most important parts of raising confident, successful boys? In this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, host Laurie Ann talks with children’s author and illustrator Brenda Li, a MOOB (Mother Of Only Boys) and the creator of The Boy Who Makes a Million Mistakes, about resilience, persistence, confidence, and why letting kids fail may be one of the greates...

In Episode 16 of The MOOBment Podcast, host Laurie Ann sits down with pediatrician and father of seven, Dr. Michael Milobsky, for an honest and insightful MOOBversation about raising boys in today’s world. As both a doctor and dad — including to three sons — Dr. Milobsky brings a unique perspective on boyhood, parenting, physical, developmental and emotional health, family dynamics, and what moms...