Unswaddled

Join us for an honest and deeply personal conversation about anxiety, OCD, pregnancy, and postpartum mental health. In this episode, Jackie, a mom of two, opens up about her lifelong struggle with anxiety, the difficult decision to stop medication during pregnancy, and the severe panic attacks and sleep struggles that followed. She shares how finding the right psychiatrist and staying on medicatio...

Join us as we sit down with Ellie Rinnick, a longtime NAPS client, Moms Together founder, and fellow romance novel enthusiast, to have a brutally honest conversation about postpartum, newborn life, and the expectations placed on new moms. Ellie shares how she struggled to connect with her newborn, why the idea that motherhood is "natural" set her up for failure, and how finding community changed e...

In this episode of the Unswaddled Podcast, Emily and Jamie sit down with Tina Cartwright, founder of Rebranding Motherhood, to have a no-BS conversation about postpartum struggles, body literacy, and the massive gaps in support for new parents. Tina shares her raw and real experience with postpartum depression after both of her children, how she learned to advocate for herself in the healthcare sy...

In this episode of the Unswaddled Podcast, Emily and Jamie sit down with long-time client and mom of two, Phoebe Goldsberry. Phoebe shares her transformative journey into motherhood, including her experiences with hypnobirthing, navigating postpartum life with two young children, and finding positivity in the chaos of parenting. What You'll Hear in This Episode: • Phoebe's Story: Learn how Phoebe'...

In this episode of the Unswaddled Podcast, Emily and Jamie sit down with Haya, a mom of two-year-old twins, to discuss her journey through unexplained infertility, a challenging twin pregnancy, NICU life, and postpartum recovery. Haya's candid storytelling is both raw and inspiring, offering valuable insights for anyone navigating the highs and lows of parenthood. What You'll Hear in This Episode:...

In this episode of the Unswaddled Podcast, Emily and Jamie chat with longtime client Jenna, who shares her incredible journey through miscarriage, IVF, postpartum recovery, and her experience of building a support system as a mom of two. Jenna's raw honesty and humor provide both inspiration and practical takeaways for every parent navigating the highs and lows of motherhood. What You'll Hear in T...

In this heartfelt episode of the Unswaddled Podcast, Emily and Jamie welcome Sarah, a mom of two, who shares her deeply personal story of navigating a high-risk pregnancy, a NICU stay, and the challenges of transitioning from one to two children. Sarah's story highlights resilience, the importance of support systems, and the complexities of parenting through unexpected challenges. What You'll Hear...

Jamie and Emily celebrate their last podcast episode before their summer break by discussing a highly requested topic- their daily routines! They emphasize both the similarities and the differences in their parenting styles, and how this plays out in their day to day schedules. Emily starts out by discussing her mornings and the challenges of dealing with an early-rising toddler, while Jamie talks...

Jamie and Emily start off this week's episode by introducing their guest, Alex DiGrado ( @bostonpelvicpt ), a doctor of physical therapy who specializes in pelvic floor health. They humorously discuss their own personal experiences with Alex, and highlight the  resources  that Alex provides both in person and virtually. In their conversation, Jamie, Emily, and Alex discuss the importance of pelvic...

Emily and Jamie kick off this week's episode by discussing Jamie's recent experience with training her dog. Switching gears, they introduce their guest for this week, Nicole Fox. Nicole is a familiar face on the  Nurture  platform, providing virtual and in-person support and education for parents. As a registered nurse, dietician, and lactation consultant, Nicole brings a wealth of knowledge to th...

Emily shares her recent experience with end-of-school-year activities at her kids' school before introducing their guest on this week's episode, Marika Frumes. Marika is the cofounder of  Mysha Pods , and both Emily and Jamie have witnessed her talents in community building and facilitating meaningful connections firsthand.  In their conversation, they discuss Marika's journey through motherhood a...

In this Father's Day episode, Emily and Jamie sit down with Max Kirchoff, a father of two and facilitator of Nurture's  Dad Support Group,  to explore the multifaceted journey of fatherhood. Max shares his insights on being a father, friend, and partner, highlighting the distinct ways men and women approach relationships and parenting. The conversation delves into the challenges men face in formin...

This week's episode features Alison, a mom of two and a NAPS client. She shares her journey of having two children in the NICU, in hopes that her story will help other parents who are navigating medical challenges with their own children. Alison joins Emily to share how she navigated the NICU with her two children, Abby and Caleb. Alison discusses staying in the hospital while pregnant to the emot...

Jamie and Emily kick off this episode by sharing what they did over Memorial Day Weekend before discussing this week's episode on summer travel, highlighting their different perspectives when it comes to traveling with their families  Jamie and Emily share personal experiences and practical tips for traveling with children. They discuss their contrasting travel preferences and how these have evolv...

Jamie kicks this episode off by sharing her thoughts on the importance of estate planning for parents, not only financially but also the care and values that parents would like their children to have. She discusses her recent experience with The Parents Estate Planning Law Firm in Massachusetts, and highlights an upcoming  free workshop  on this topic as well as the option for listeners to  book a...

To introduce this podcast episode, Emily and Jamie discuss Jamie's 13th wedding anniversary and her upcoming trip. They go on to reflect on the importance of self-care and introduce this episode's guest, Jackie Lightner, talking about the different levels of mental health care and the unique approach of her program,  Lightwork Therapy .  Jamie talks with Jackie Lightner, LICSW, and Executive Direc...

Jamie and Emily start this episode by sharing their recent walk, emphasizing the significance of spending time with friends and prioritizing self-care. They then introduce the guest for the episode, Sarah Harmon (@the.schoolofmom), who excels in prioritizing both these aspects. Sarah, a licensed mental health therapist, yoga/mindfulness teacher, corporate wellness expert, and founder of The School...

In this podcast episode, Emily and Jamie kick off Mental Health Awareness Month by having an insightful conversation with  Megan Saxelby , a mental health expert who specializes in conflict resolution, social emotional learning, and emotional intelligence. Megan discusses her research and experience regarding the impact of social media on parents' mental health. She highlights the unconscious infl...

Emily and Jamie introduce guest Sarah McKinnon ( @southieot ), a friend and Occupational Therapist. They talk about Sarah as Jamie's vacation buddy, and share their personal insights on the dynamics of going on vacation with friends, emphasizing the value of finding the right travel companion. They discuss Sarah's role as a healthcare provider, specifically in her role on Nurture , providing educa...

Emily and Jamie start off this episode by discussing their excitement for a corporate workshop and Emily's relatable struggle with using her Dyson blow dryer. This week, they welcome Ellen McCue to their podcast, to talk about potty training, a common concern amongst  Nurture  clients and  instagram followers . Ellen is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who is a familiar face on the Nurture platform,...

Kicking off this episode, Emily and Jamie banter about their weekend antics and signature dance moves before segueing into this week's podcast episode, featuring Lydia Thibodeau, founder of  Sommet Nannies  (@sommet_nannies). Sommet Nannies is a nanny placement agency that specializes in connecting families with college-educated, professional caregivers. The episode is particularly timely as it co...

In this candid and relatable podcast episode, Jamie and Emily discuss navigating transitions as a parent, using Emily's recent experience of ditching her daughter's sippy cup as an example. Emily confessed to her recent decision to take away Eloise's beloved "little cup," which had become a behavioral crutch for her two-and-a-half-year-old. Emily shares her strategy for removing the cup and naviga...

To start off this episode Emily and Jamie discuss Jamie's recent illness. Initially thought to be food poisoning but later diagnosed as the norovirus. They share anecdotes of sickness spreading through their family and friends before switching topics to introduce Marta Tellado, CEO of Consumer Reports (@consumerreports), as their guest for the episode. Highlighting the importance of Consumer Repor...

To start off this episode, Emily and Jamie discuss their recent experiences with their kids at the dentist. Jamie shares her frustrations and reflections on the dental appointments, particularly concerning her middle daughter's oral surgery and the dentist's approach to her children's dental care. They discuss the challenges faced by neurodiverse children in dental environments, and their own pers...

Emily and Jamie kick off by chatting about Emily's spontaneous trip to Disney World with her family. From tricking the kids into thinking they're heading to the dentist to keeping the bar low, Emily spills the beans on all the tips she learned to make their first Disney vacay a smash hit. She even manages to convince Jamie (maybe) to brave a flight with her kiddos! The conversation then veers into...