Modern Mom Probs

In this thought-provoking episode, Tara chats with journalist and author Fortesa Latifi  to unpack the complicated world of influencer culture through the lens of her new book,  Like, Follow, Subscribe . Together, they explore the rise of family vlogging and the often-blurred lines between sharing and oversharing, especially when children are involved. Fortesa shares how a viral story she wrote fo...

In this inspiring episode, Tara sits down with Libby Ward, the author behind  Honest Motherhood: On Losing My Mind and Finding Myself  to talk about what it really means to show up as a mom without the filters. Libby shares her powerful journey from feeling overwhelmed by the mental load of motherhood to building a platform rooted in radical honesty and authenticity. They dive into the pressures m...

In this empowering episode, Tara sits with Dr. Rachel Goldman, clinical psychologist and author of  When Life Happens: The Mindset Shift You Need to Manage Stress, Build Confidence, and Break Free  to talk about what it really takes to navigate life’s inevitable ups and downs. From unexpected challenges to everyday stressors, Dr. Rachel shares how shifting your mindset can be the key to moving for...

In this insightful conversation, Tara sits down with sisters, podcast hosts, and co-founders Anne  Pizzuti  and Kate Doerksen  to explore the powerful story behind  Sage Haven,  a safer messaging platform for children born out of real-life experiences with cyberbullying and the growing challenges of navigating digital life. They open up about the pivotal moments that pushed them to take action, an...

In this thoughtful and refreshingly honest conversation, Tara Clark sits down with Katie Mulvaney to unpack the layered realities of weight loss, health, and motherhood. Together, they move beyond the oversimplified “eat less, move more” narrative and explore how mindset, identity, and daily habits truly shape long-term wellness. Katie shares insights from her book The Missing Links to Weight Loss...

In this insightful episode, Eli Weinstein, relationship therapist, author, and host of The Dude Therapist podcast, joins the conversation to unpack the realities of modern parenting and partnership. Drawing from his work and his book  From I Do to We Do: Navigating Marriage In The Parenting Years , Eli explores the often-overlooked transition from being a “dude” to a fully engaged dad, and why par...

In this candid conversation, Ali Prato, journalist, author, and host of the  Infertile AF  podcast, opens up about her deeply personal journey through secondary infertility, including several miscarriages before ultimately welcoming her son through IVF. Feeling isolated and frustrated by the lack of honest dialogue and resources around infertility, Ali transformed her experience into advocacy, lau...

In this honest and energizing conversation, Tara sits down with Tyler Moore, known online as Tidy Dad, to talk about what it really means to raise a family in a world obsessed with perfection. Tyler opens up about how his own mental health journey led him to organization, and why decluttering isn’t just about having a picture-perfect home. It’s about creating peace. They dive into the pressure mod...

In this episode, Tara sits down with Sydney Quiseng of Echosmith for an honest, grounding conversation about music, identity, and parenthood. Sydney opens up about the joy and anticipation she feels as she prepares to become a mom, and how that season inspired her newest song,  “That’s My Baby (On Main Street).” Tara and Sydney talk about the evolution of her sound toward a more coastal-country fe...

In this episode, Tara sits down with Cameron Normand of Stepfamily Solutions and host of the Stepmom Diaries podcast to unpack the realities of blended family life and why stepmoms face a unique (and often overlooked) emotional load. Cameron shares her own path into stepfamily coaching and explains why stepfamilies aren’t just “nuclear families with extra people.” They’re a completely different dy...

FIRST AIRED APRIL 25, 2023 As parents, we often want to shield our children from the realities of the world, but it's ultimately impossible to do so. When children do hear about the news, it's important to have open and honest conversations with them.  In this episode of the "Modern Mom Probs" podcast, Tara interviews Tracy Leeds Kaplan, the founder of Small But Mighty Media and creator...

BLAST FROM THE PAST: FIRST AIRED DECEMBER 26, 2023 Tara welcomes Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, author, and host of the wildly popular podcast Raising Good Humans. She shares insights from her groundbreaking new book, "The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans." Tara and Dr. Aliza discuss the challenges of modern parenting, what it mea...

BLAST FROM THE PAST: FIRST AIRED NOVEMBER 14, 2023 In this episode, Tara welcomes Alyssa Blask Campbell, CEO of Sew and Seed. Alyssa is a trusted expert in emotional development and the host of the popular podcast "Voices of Your Village." The conversation centers around Alyssa's new book, "Tiny Humans, Big Emotions: How to Navigate Tantrums, Meltdowns, and Defiance to Raise Emotion...

In this episode, Tara Clark sits down with developmental psychologists Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek and Dr. Roberta Golinkoff to talk about what kids actually need to thrive and why so many well-meaning parents are more stressed than they need to be. Drawing from their book Einstein Never Used Flash Cards: How Our Children Really Learn and Why They Need to Play More and Memorize Less, the conversation ta...

In this episode, Tara sits down with popular content creator of @ThatDarnChat, Fair Play Facilitator, and author of the new book  No More Mediocre , Laura Danger for an honest, validating, and occasionally  uncomfortably  relatable conversation about domestic labor, mental load, and why so many partnerships quietly slide into mediocrity. They unpack how the pandemic cracked things wide open exposi...

In this episode, Tara is joined by Dr. Kim Van Dusen, a marriage and family therapist, founder of The Parentologist, podcaster, and author of Parenting through Play: Creative Strategies for Building Better Behavior, Deeper Connection, and Positive Communication , who specializes in play therapy, for a conversation that feels equal parts validating and practical. They explore why play isn’t just “e...

In this festive, laugh-out-loud episode, Tara is joined by Jackie Santillan and Priscilla Kavanaugh, hosts of the new We Say What podcast, for a cozy (and slightly chaotic) holiday roundtable that feels like catching up with friends over spiked cocoa. The trio swaps stories about how holiday traditions evolve as families grow, like coordinated outfits, holiday videos, and the never-ending question...

In this episode, Tara is joined by Devon Kuntzman, author of Transforming Toddlerhood: Your Essential Guide to Age 1-5, to talk about what’s really happening when a child loses it, and why so many of us feel completely stuck in those moments. Devon explains that when a child is at a “level 10,” they’re in a full stress response. This isn’t bad behavior or manipulation; it’s a nervous system in ove...

In this fun solo episode, Tara dives into one of the most universal parts of family life: dinner time. From picky eaters to last-minute meal planning, Tara explores why dinner can feel like a juggling act. She reminds listeners that dinner doesn’t have to be Pinterest-perfect to be meaningful. Instead, it’s about presence, laughter, and creating small moments that bring your family closer together...

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Tara sits down with international parenting coach and author of "Parenting a Spicy One" Mary Van Geffen to talk about the beautiful complexity of raising strong-willed, “spicy” children. Together they unpack why parenting a spicy child can feel so isolating, and why even the very "best moms" can have "wildly defiant" kids. Ma...

In this episode, Tara sits down with clinical psychologist, podcaster, and author of the new book "You, Your Husband, and His Mother," Dr. Tracy Dalgleish for an honest and eye-opening conversation about one of the most universally challenging family dynamics: the relationship between mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law. Together, they unpack why an incredible 85% of people experience co...

In this honest and heartfelt episode, Tara chats with actress, singer, and  The Mom Curious  podcast host Daniella Rabbani about the wonderfully complicated world of motherhood. They dive into why friendship, connection, and a solid support system matter so much, especially when it feels like judgment is everywhere. Daniella talks about how leading with curiosity (instead of criticism) can totally...

In this inspiring episode, Tara welcomes Brynn Putnam, a former professional ballerina turned tech entrepreneur and founder of innovative tech companies Mirror and Board. Her new venture Board is a family game night platform that blends digital and physical gaming to bring families closer together. Brynn shares the fascinating journey that took her from the world of dance to the world of innovatio...

In this heartfelt episode, Tara sits down with author, podcast host, and mom Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt to talk about the power of community in motherhood. Katherine shares how her journey as a new mom during the pandemic inspired her to launch the  BDA Baby  podcast, a space for honest conversations about parenting, connection, and the real challenges moms face. Together, they explore how fin...

In this enlightening conversation, Tara sits down with educator and financial literacy advocate Emily Holthaus, founder of Raising Little Millionaires to explore one of the most impactful lessons parents can teach their children: how to manage money. Emily shares insights from her background in education and personal finance, offering a practical roadmap for parents who want to raise financially c...