Are you ready to let go of what isn't truly you and live a more meaningful life? If you answered yes, you've come to the right place! Enter I'm Not Your Shrink, a podcast hosted by clinical psychologist and couples therapist Dr. Tracy Dalgleish. Each week, she combines her clinical knowledge, evidence-based research, and personal experiences as a wife and mother to address the everyday issues we all face. With over 17 years of experience, Dr. Tracy is on a mission to help couples break old p ...
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You, The Mother is a podcast dedicated to supporting, empowering, and connecting all parents in all seasons of parenthood. I’m Abbey Williams, I began my motherhood journey as a young single mom, before the era of parenting gurus being at your fingertips, online parenting groups, and before most of my peers. Now, 12 years later, I’m a married mom of four raising my blended family and offering support, empowerment, and connection on this platform for thousands of other parents to feel a littl ...
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Welcome to the Unsilent Women podcast! Join hosts Poorva Misra-Miller and Nashina Merani Miranda on a courageous and heartfelt journey through the multifaceted world of gender, race, heritage, and feminism. As proud brown women navigating predominantly white spaces, they forge paths and break barriers. Their conversations encompass everything from the ancient art of tattooing as a means of self-expression to how food shapes our culture and collective identity, from ancestral trauma's hauntin ...
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How to Get Your Partner to Go to Therapy
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In the season finale of the podcast, Dr. Tracy tackles one of her most frequently asked questions: "How do I get my partner to go to therapy?" But first, she has a special announcement to share: she's writing her second book! Dr. Tracy then dives into the importance of starting therapy early in a relationship to build trust, enhance communication, …
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Fostering Secure Attachment, Connection, Repair with Our Kids & Beyond with Eli Harwood
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In today's episode, Dr. Tracy welcomes Eli Harwood, a licensed therapist, author, and creator of the "Attachment Nerd" online community. Eli shares her personal journey of overcoming inherited attachment trauma, emphasizing the importance of breaking intergenerational cycles. Together, Dr. Tracy and Eli explore the pressures of parenting, emphasizi…
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Understanding the Amygdala and Trauma Bonding with Dr. Kate Truitt
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In today’s episode, Dr. Tracy delves into how early childhood experiences shape our adult relationships with Dr. Kate Truitt, an esteemed clinical psychologist and neuroscientist known for her expertise in trauma and resilience. Dr. Truitt, founder of the Truitt Institute and CEO of the Amy Research Foundation, shares insights from her memoir, Keep…
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Matrescence & Beyond: Redefining Mommy Brain with Dr. Nikki Pensak
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It’s safe to say that "mommy brain" is due for a rebrand! In this episode, Dr. Tracy sits down with Dr. Nikki Pensak, a clinical psychologist, TEDx speaker and author of "Rattled," to discuss the challenges and opportunities of motherhood, particularly during the postpartum period. Dr. Nikki shares her journey from academia to becoming a mother, em…
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Mini Session #11: Overcoming Obstacles in Your Marriage with Rini and Shaun Frey
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In this mini session, Dr. Tracy talks with Rini and Shaun Frey about overcoming difficult periods in their relationship. Together, they discuss how anger and passive-aggressiveness can lead to disconnection and the importance of initiating early communication before things blow up. Despite eight months of built-up emotions, therapy helped them lear…
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From Escalation to Calm: Practical Tips for Dealing with Disagreements with Dr. Tracy and Greg
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Greg, AKA, Dr. Tracy's favourite co-host and hubby is back this week to discuss strategies to de-escalate disagreements. In this episode, they emphasize the importance of understanding how escalation occurs and how to effectively de-escalate before diving into the deeper and necessary conversations. They share insights from their own relationship, …
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Mini Session #10: Coping with Anxious Attachment in Relationships
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In today’s mini-session, Dr. Tracy addresses coping with anxious attachment in relationships. She explains that it’s not your fault and stems from unmet needs in the past. Dr. Tracy emphasizes self-soothing with affirmations like “I am loved, I am enough, I am worthy” and highlights the importance of looking inward for acceptance. Understanding tri…
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Parenthood, Perfectionism, and Finding Peace after Birth Trauma with Dr. Mona Amin
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Trigger warning: Traumatic birth experience In today’s session, Dr. Tracy sits down with Dr. Mona Amin, a board-certified general pediatrician, online parenting educator, wife and mother. She shares her mission to provide relatable content for parents, aiming to instill confidence and calm in their parenting journey. In this episode, Dr. Mona candi…
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Mini Session #9: Let's Talk About Feelings with Dr. Becky Kennedy
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In this mini session, Dr. Tracy and Dr. Becky discuss the impact of growing up with parents who, despite their best efforts, did not validate certain emotions. This creates an intergenerational legacy where unvalidated feelings become triggers today. They highlight the importance of changing the script for our children's future and our own mental h…
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What to Do When They Never Plan Date Nights
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Tired of always being the initiator in your relationship? This week, Dr. Tracy addresses the common issue of "my husband doesn’t plan date nights," a struggle many listeners have shared. She discusses the prevalent belief in heterosexual relationships that men should instinctively know and plan for their partner's needs, emphasizing that healthy re…
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Mini Session #8: Addressing Mom Burnout & Perfectionism with Dr. Jen Douglas
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In this week’s mini session, Dr. Tracy and Dr. Jen Douglas, a clinical assistant professor at Stanford University, licensed psychologist, and mental wellness speaker, tackle mom burnout and perfectionism, highlighting the pressures modern mothers face. They discuss how today’s moms spend twice as much time on parenting compared to 1965, coupled wit…
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The Dos and Don’ts of Postpartum Visits with Renee Reina
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The dynamic duo is back together! This week, Dr. Tracy welcomes back her fellow Canadian sister, Renee Reina, host of the top-ranking podcast The Mom Room, for an open and honest discussion about handling visitors after giving birth. Renee shares her personal experience and how her perspective on postpartum visits shifted after having her son, Milo…
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Mini Session #7: Prioritizing Intimacy
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Today's mini session is all about scheduling sex and prioritizing intimacy. Don't leave sex until the end of the night when you're exhausted. Dr. Tracy encourages listeners to be intentional about scheduling it and making it a priority. Remember, intimacy isn't just about intercourse; it's also about emotional connection and shared activities. She …
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Managing Sensory Overload with Dr. Brooke Weinstein
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This week, Dr. Tracy has the great honour of speaking with Dr. Brooke Weinstein, a renowned expert in sensory and emotional regulation, about the critical importance of understanding and managing our nervous systems. Dr. Brooke, known for her engaging and digestible social media content, explains the concept of sensory overload and how our fast-pac…
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Mini Session 6: Unpacking Codependency and Trauma with Anna Aslanian
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In this mini session, Dr. Tracy chats with Anna Aslanian about codependency and understanding how people end up in codependent relationships. They redefine codependency, moving away from the old assumption that it always involves addiction, and instead highlighting it as a response to trauma and a way of seeking safety in relationships. They emphas…
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Understanding Avoidant Partners with Greg Stewart
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In this highly relatable episode, Dr. Tracy teams up with her favourite co-host, her husband Greg, to dive into the tricky terrain of avoidant attachment styles in relationships. Sharing their personal stories, they unpack how our past experiences shape behaviours today. Dr. Tracy breaks down attachment theory, reminding us that dependency isn't we…
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Mini Session 5: Turning Invisible Work into Visible Work with Eve Rodsky
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In this mini session, Dr. Tracy chats with Eve Rodsky about turning "invisible work" into "visible work." Invisible work includes the behind-the-scenes tasks mothers and women often handle without recognition. Eve shares how she created the "Shit I Do" spreadsheet, listing all these tasks and gathering input from women in various communities. This …
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Breaking Relationship Patterns with Amy Chan
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Have you ever wondered why you constantly end up in the same type of relationship? Or maybe you're contemplating whether or not you can continue on with your current partner. These are all common questions we've all asked ourselves at some point in our lives and will be addressing in today's conversation. In this episode, Dr. Tracy welcomes Amy Cha…
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Mini Session 4: Debunking the Myth of "Happy Wife, Happy Life" with Greg Stewart
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In this mini session, Dr. Tracy and her husband Greg debunk the myth of "Happy Wife, Happy Life." They argue that true happiness in a relationship should not come at the expense of one's own well-being. They emphasize the importance of having difficult conversations and maintaining a genuine friendship within the relationship. They also touch on th…
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Putting Your Relationship First with Dr. Stan Tatkin
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In a world where we're encouraged to prioritize individualism, and set boundaries, the importance of our relationships can often get lost. In this week's episode, Dr. Tracy chats with Dr. Stan Tatkin, a renowned clinician, researcher, and author of the bestselling book "Wired for Love." They explore the concept of interdependence in relationships, …
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Mini Session 3: Attachment Styles and Conflict Resolution with Dr. Morgan Anderson
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In this week's mini session, Dr. Tracy is joined by Dr. Morgan Anderson to discuss the challenges of relationship repair through the lens of attachment styles. They explore how individuals with anxious attachment struggle with distance, often engaging in anxious pursuit and abandoning their own needs to regain a sense of safety. These individuals m…
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In this week's solo episode, Dr. Tracy tackles a topic that affects many of us but is also something that is very near and dear to her heart, and that is perfectionism. She explains how perfectionism is more than a desire to do well, often becoming a relentless pursuit of flawlessness that can harm our mental health and relationships. Dr. Tracy exp…
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Mini Session 2: Differentiating a Narcissist and a Non Narcissist with Dr. Jaime Zuckerman
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Are you dealing with a narcissist or someone with chronically defensive tendencies? In this session, Dr. Tracy and Dr. Jaime Zuckerman explore the key differences between a chronically defensive person (non-narcissist) and a full-blown narcissist. The session delves into the behavioral contrasts, highlighting that defensive partners lack malicious …
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Should I Stay or Should I Go? Navigating Marriage and Divorce With Kate Anthony
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Did you know that 69% of divorces are initiated by women? In today’s episode, we’re going to gain insights on why this is the reality. Join Dr. Tracy and guest Kate Anthony, author and host of the Divorce Survival Guide podcast, as she shares her expertise on the pivotal decision many women grapple with: "Should I stay or should I go?" Having perso…
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Mini Session 1: Navigating Defensiveness in Relationships with Matthew Frey
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In this session, Dr. Tracy and Matthew Frey discuss a crucial issue that affects many relationships: defensiveness. They explore how defensiveness not only creates barriers but also diminishes and invalidates your partner's feelings. Matthew shares a personal revelation from his own life, noting how his failure to validate his wife's experiences co…
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Truth, Trauma and Transformation with Dr. Frank Anderson
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In this incredibly important episode, Dr. Tracy welcomes Dr. Frank Anderson, a renowned trauma expert and author to discuss the profound impact of trauma on personal development and well-being, as well as insights from his latest book, "To Be Loved: A Memoir of Truth, Trauma and Transformation," exploring the journey towards healing and forgiveness…
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From Conflict to Connection with Greg Stewart
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This week, Dr. Tracy and her favourite co-host/hubby, Greg, are back and here to tackle one of the most common issues couples face in relationships: why bringing up one problem with a partner often leads to a flood of additional grievances. They discuss why this might happen, identify defense mechanisms and avoidance strategies, and emphasize the i…
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The Courage to Choose Yourself with Julie Chavez
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In this deeply relatable episode, Dr. Tracy sits down with Julie Chavez, an elementary school librarian from Northern California and the author of the USA Today bestselling memoir "Everybody but Myself." Julie opens up about her journey from prioritizing everyone else's needs to understanding the crucial importance of self-care, a lesson learned th…
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Body Memories and Intergenerational Healing with Dr. Tanya Cotler
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Coming to you from Nashville, Tennessee, Dr. Tracy reunites in person with her dear friend Dr. Tanya Cotler, a clinical psychologist specializing in maternal mental health and child-parent attachment. Dr. Tracy kicks off the episode by sharing a recent personal experience of a body memory—a sudden, unexplained emotional outburst she later linked to…
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Why Love Isn’t Enough with Matthew Hussey
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Is love really all you need when it comes to relationships? In this insightful conversation, Dr. Tracy and Matthew Hussey, renowned love and relationship expert, explore the very real challenges of finding the right person in today’s society. Before diving into the advice and strategies, the two share a candid connection about the ironic struggle t…
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Understanding Grief Beyond the Surface with Meghan Riordan Jarvis
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Have you ever considered the subtle ways grief touches our daily lives? In today's episode, Dr. Tracy sits down with grief therapist Meghan Riordan Jarvis to unpack the nuanced experiences of grief and loss beyond what we often associate with obvious tragedies, like the death of a loved one. They discuss how grief can sneak into our everyday lives,…
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A Couple's Guide to Raising a Highly Sensitive Child Together with Greg Stewart
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This week, Dr. Tracy and her favourite co-host and hubby, Greg, dive deep into the heart of what it means to parent as a team, especially when faced with the unique challenges of raising a highly sensitive child (HSC). Through their personal stories and recent parenting experiences, they offer a candid look at the complexities and joys of navigatin…
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Transforming Fear into Fulfillment with Heather Chauvin
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It's time to get uncomfortable. This week, Dr. Tracy sits down with Heather Chauvin, a renowned leadership coach, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and author of "Dying to be a Good Mother." Together, they tackle the universal challenge of embracing discomfort and leaning into fear. Heather brings a wealth of experience from her own life, sharing how her…
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ICYMI: Sleeping in Separate Beds with The Mom Room's Renee Reina
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Did you know that 1 in 4 couples sleeps in separate beds? In honour of Sleep Awareness Week, we're revisiting the intriguing concept of "sleep divorce," a choice often misunderstood and stigmatized in society. Dr. Renee Reina, a Ph.D. in psychology and host of "The Mom Room," joins Dr. Tracy to debunk myths surrounding this phenomenon. Together, th…
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The Roots of Codependency: Trauma, Love, and Self-Compassion with Anna Aslanian
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Do you feel you put others before yourself in order to keep the peace? In this week’s episode, Dr. Tracy sits down with Anna Aslanian to dive into the complex world of codependency, self-sacrifice, and interdependence in relationships. Anna, a licensed marriage and family therapist with a rich background in psychological care, sheds light on the ro…
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Rewriting the Narrative of Success, Storytelling, and Self-Discovery with Zibby Owens
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Zibby Owens is the creative force behind the award-winning podcast "Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books," an accomplished author and CEO of Zibby Media. In this episode, she joins Dr. Tracy to explore her latest fiction work, "Blank: A Novel," reflecting on her multifaceted journey from writing her first article at 14, through her divorce, and into …
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Periods After Childbirth and In Our 30s-40s with Dr Saru Bala
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This week on the You, The Mother Podcast, Abbey welcomes Dr. Saru Bala! Dr. Saru is a naturopathic doctor specializing in women’s hormonal health. She focuses on heavy periods, PMS, and period pain and has helped 1000s of women get their confidence in their periods back with natural tools and simple changes. She shares with us how health doesn’t ha…
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This week, Elise Loehnen is sitting down with Dr. Tracy and sharing her journey from a behind-the-scenes ghostwriter to a New York Times bestselling author, tackling the unrealistic expectations placed on women to always be the "good girl." Through her own personal story and insights from her book "On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and th…
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Relationship Check-Ins: Benefits, Challenges and Reality with Greg Stewart
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This week, Dr. Tracy, her favourite co-host, and husband Greg dive into the power of "relationship check-ins," sharing their personal experience as partners, parents, and business co-owners. They unpack the value and long-term benefits of these intentional discussions, with Greg shedding light on breaking down the barriers and debunking the stigma …
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Dysfunctional Family Systems with Dr. Judith Joseph
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This week on the You, The Mother Podcast, Abbey welcomes Dr. Judith Joseph! Dr. Judith is a board certified psychiatrist who is conducting the first of its kind research study in High Functioning Depression in her laboratories. She talks with us about what a dysfunctional family system is, how was can gain sight and understanding regarding our pare…
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The Narcissist: Understanding, Unmasking, and Surviving with Dr. Jamie Zuckerman
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In this insightful episode, Dr. Tracy welcomes Dr. Jamie Zuckerman, a renowned expert on narcissistic abuse, to explore the complexities of navigating relationships with narcissists. Dr. Zuckerman discusses the subtle yet damaging ways narcissistic relationships can erode one's sense of self and the challenges of recognizing and escaping these toxi…
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The Power of Feeling Good with Heather Chauvin
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This week on the You, The Mother Podcast, Abbey welcomes Heather Chauvin! Heather is a leadership coach who helps ‘successful’ women courageously and authentically live, work, and parent on their own terms. She walks us through the power of feeling good, getting clear about how we want to feel, and what steps we can take to get there! Heather talks…
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Parenting ‘Spicy’ Children with Mary Van Geffen
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Mary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach specializing in "spicy" children. This week, she is sitting down with Dr. Tracy and bringing her coaching and teaching skills directly to us! Mary shares her transformation from an overwhelmed mother to an empowering guide, discussing her journey of self-discovery and healing while raising a "spic…
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Empowering The Empty Nester with Kristin Svets
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This week on the You, The Mother Podcast, Abbey welcomes Kristin Svets! Kristin is a is a multi-passionate life coach, author, meditation teacher, and sound bath healer. She facilitates restoration, healing, and empowerment for high-achieving women so that they can bridge the gap between outer success and inner peace. As a mom to two boys in colleg…
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Re-parenting & Breaking Cycles with Shelly Robinson
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In this episode, Dr. Tracy welcomes Shelly Robinson, a certified family wellness coach and conscious parenting educator. Together, they explore the intricacies of parenting, relationships, and self-connection. Shelly dives into the concept of re-parenting, addressing the feelings of anger that show up for many parents, the importance of attunement,…
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Escape From Emotional Eating with Jessica Procini
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This week on the You, The Mother Podcast, Abbey welcomes Jessica Procini! Jessica is the founder and leader of Escape from Emotional Eating, a unique process grounded in a decade of research, a background in the Psychology of Eating, and transformational coaching methods. Jessica shares her own personal journey and experience, being frustrated in t…
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Motherhood & Marriage Unfiltered with Nina Caviggola
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In this vulnerable episode, Dr. Tracy is sitting down with Nina Caviggiola, an influential online creator, a mom in her mid-thirties, and the powerhouse host behind the "Mama Knows” podcast. Nina shares her journey, from postpartum anxiety to an ADHD diagnosis, and the ways motherhood has shaped the woman she is today for the better. Together, Dr. …
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Mastering Breastfeeding Fundamentals with Amy Tanzillo
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This week on the You, The Mother Podcast, Abbey welcomes Amy Tanzillo! Amy Tanzillo is a breastfeeding expert who helps expectant and new moms feel knowledgable and empowered during the early months of breastfeeding. Amy walks us through the fundamentals of breastfeeding and how we can master them! From proper latch, supply, and everything in betwe…
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Regulating Our Nervous System with Maria Victoria Albina
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Ready to leave people pleasing behind this year? This week, Dr. Tracy is sitting down with Maria Victoria Albina, a seasoned somatic life coach and family nurse practitioner. Together, they unravel the intricacies of our nervous system's impact on daily life, exploring topics like codependency, perfectionism, and self-sacrifice. Using the polyvagal…
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Reducing the Stress of Baby's 1st Year with Sharon Mazel
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This week on the You, The Mother Podcast, Abbey welcomes Sharon Mazel! Sharon is an internationally recognized parenting and pregnancy expert, author, journalist, speaker, parenting coach, and mom of 4. Sharon walks us through what we can expect during our baby’s first year of life. From feedings to sleep and more, Sharon helps us understand what c…
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