The Woman Within

Nicole Mejia & Sarah Stewart
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A podcast offering honest conversation, storytelling, and shared reflection for women navigating identity, motherhood, and personal becoming. Through honest dialogue and lived experience, the Woman Within podcast is a place to exhale, process, and reflect without judgment, fixing, or performance. Rather than positioning itself as an authority or expert, The Woman Within shows up as women in the work, fostering connection through relatability, presence, and emotional depth.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    It’s Not Linear: Navigating Regressions, Sleep Training, Tongue Ties, and Learning from our Mistakes

    In this episode, we explore what it means to trust the process when growth isn’t linear—for our children or for ourselves. What begins as a conversation about potty training regressions and toddler behavior evolves into a deeper reflection on emotional release, motherhood, and making space for what’s next. Sarah shares how her son’s recent challenges have become an invitation to move through emotions she’s been carrying since becoming a mother, while Nicole opens up about helping her daughter transition out of old sleep habits and preparing her heart for the possibility of another baby. We also reflect on past parenting decisions—from sleep training to tongue-tie releases—and the perspective that comes with looking back. Together, we discuss how fear, uncertainty, and outside influences can shape our choices, and how motherhood continually invites us back to trust, intuition, and self-compassion. In this episode, we discuss: Potty training regressions and toddler behaviorEmotional release and nervous system healing in motherhoodPreparing for another baby while parenting a toddlerThe grief and beauty of watching our children grow upSleep struggles, co-sleeping, and developmental transitionsSleep training, tongue-tie releases, and revisiting past parenting decisionsIntuition versus fear when making choices for our childrenThe importance of friendship, village, and being witnessed through hard seasonsTrusting that growth—for both mothers and children—is rarely linear Books we mentioned: Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Doucleff, PHD https://a.co/d/0iP3mkCmWild Nights by Benjamin Reiss https://a.co/d/09NEnl5V New Episodes drop every Monday! Join our email list to get reminders about new episodes and future offerings ⁠https://womanwithinpod.myflodesk.com/joinus⁠ Follow us on Instagram @womanwithinpod @nicole_mejia @soulfully_sarah_stew If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to like and subscribe. Thank you so much for listening!

    1h 33m

  2. Jun 15

    Expanding our Edges: Welcoming the next baby in, Signs and Spirituality, and Potty Training

    In this episode, we explore the quiet knowing that your family might be ready to grow, the grief of letting go of versions of yourself you've worked hard to reclaim, and the tension between trusting your intuition and wanting logistical certainty. We talk about building a village, honoring the loved ones who continue to shape us after they're gone, and redefining prayer, spirituality, and what it means to be a light in the world.  We also share honest reflections on toddler potty training and the practice of releasing perfectionism in motherhood. If you're navigating change, standing at the edge of a new season, or learning to trust yourself more deeply, this conversation is for you. Key Topics: Trusting bodily wisdom vs. logistical readinessPreparing emotionally and spiritually for another babyBuilding and receiving support from your villageGrieving and honoring changing identities in motherhoodDreams, signs, ancestors, and continuing bonds after lossPrayer, spirituality, and connection to the divinePrivilege, abundance, and giving backThe return to community-centered livingToddler potty training and releasing perfectionismLearning to trust our children—and ourselves—through transitions Books, Products, & People we mentioned: Rosie’s “Balance Yo Self” Grounding Spray: https://mintbodystudio.com/shop/balance-yoself-spray Artist: Tabitha Benedict: https://tabitha-benedict.com/Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe by Laura Lynne Jackson: https://a.co/d/05Gq8UyLOh Crap! Potty Training by Jamie Glowacki: https://a.co/d/04CRutDlGo Diaper Free: A simple Handbook for Elimination Communication by Andrea Olson: https://a.co/d/00VJMcfBAirbnb in Bailey, CO: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1187499843177369531?search_mode=regular_search&adults=1&check_in=2026-08-02&check_out=2026-08-07&children=0&infants=0&pets=0&source_impression_id=p3_1781205381_P3R1TSg5UKVruT8Z&previous_page_section_name=1000&federated_search_id=a3ae34dc-6cb6-4709-996f-a9690d02ce7a New Episodes drop every Monday! Join our email list to get reminders about new episodes and future offerings ⁠https://womanwithinpod.myflodesk.com/joinus⁠ Follow us on Instagram @womanwithinpod @nicole_mejia @soulfully_sarah_stew If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to like and subscribe. Thank you so much for listening!

    1h 23m

  3. Jun 8

    Safe Enough to Grow: Nervous system safety, relationship evolution, and raising confident kids

    What begins as a conversation about birthdays unfolds into a deeper exploration of secure attachment, autonomy, marriage, friendship, and the slow evolution of family life. We share stories from our own relationships, discuss the difference between chemistry and true connection, and explore how healthy conflict, nervous system safety, and emotional growth shape both our partnerships and our parenting. We also talk about perfectionism in motherhood, preparing for future children, and the delicate balance between holding our little ones close while giving them the space to grow. This episode is a reminder that the goal isn't to keep our children dependent on us forever—it's to create a foundation strong enough that they can confidently become themselves. In this episode, we discuss: Celebrating toddler milestones and second birthdaysSecure attachment and fostering independenceThe evolution of marriage and long-term partnershipHealthy conflict and relationship growthPerfectionism in motherhoodNervous system safety and emotional connectionFriendship, community, and the "slow burn" of trustThoughts on future babies and expanding our families New Episodes drop every Monday! Join our email list to get reminders about new episodes and future offerings https://womanwithinpod.myflodesk.com/joinus Follow us on Instagram @womanwithinpod @nicole_mejia @soulfully_sarah_stew If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to like and subscribe. Thank you so much for listening!

    1h 6m

  4. Jun 1

    Holding It All: Reparenting Ourselves in Motherhood, Toddler Behavior, & Future Baby Talk

    Hosts Nicole and Sarah discuss the significance of service as a remedy for inner sadness and the impact of family dynamics on emotional well-being. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of parenting, focusing on emotional communication, the challenges of toddler behavior, and the journey of weaning. They reflect on their own experiences and the importance of modeling emotional safety for their children. The discussion also touches on the desire for more children, the need for a supportive parenting community, and the balance between motherhood and personal identity. Key Topics: Service, modern day village, parts work, teenage emotions, emotional safety, navigating difficult behavior, weaning, self care, second child preparation New Episodes drop every Monday Join our email list to get reminders about new episodes and future offerings https://womanwithinpod.myflodesk.com/joinus Follow us on Instagram @womanwithinpod @nicole_mejia @soulfully_sarah_stew If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to like and subscribe. Thank you so much for listening!

    1h 1m

  5. Jun 1

    The Season of Shedding: Birth Story Rewiring, Weaning, Inner Child Healing

    In this episode, hosts Sarah & Nicole reflect on the challenges of transitioning into the new year, the significance of shedding old patterns, and the importance of processing birth stories. The discussion delves into the complexities of inner child work, navigating shame, and the journey of breastfeeding. They share insights on finding balance in parenting while prioritizing self-care and emotional needs, ultimately celebrating growth and the possibilities that lie ahead. Key Topics: Motherhood, emotional healing, birth stories, self-love, inner child work, breastfeeding, parenting challenges, personal growth, transformation, shame New Episodes drop every Monday Join our email list to get reminders about new episodes and future offerings https://womanwithinpod.myflodesk.com/joinus Follow us on Instagram @womanwithinpod @nicole_mejia @soulfully_sarah_stew If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to like and subscribe. Thank you so much for listening!

    46 min

  6. Jun 1

    From Voice Notes to Microphones

    Join us as we explore the journey of motherhood, self-discovery, and the power of deep connection. Nicole and Sarah share their personal stories, insights on intuition, and the importance of creating space for the woman within. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to go within and embrace your the woman you are beneath all the roles. Key Topics: -The inception and purpose of the podcast -Motherhood as a journey of self-discovery -The importance of intuition and ancestral wisdom -Sharing stories to find nuance and validation -The process of deconstruction and rebuilding in life and motherhood New Episodes drop every Monday Join our email list to get reminders about new episodes and future offerings https://womanwithinpod.myflodesk.com/joinus Follow us on Instagram @womanwithinpod @nicole_mejia @soulfully_sarah_stew If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to like and subscribe. Thank you so much for listening!

    50 min
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A podcast offering honest conversation, storytelling, and shared reflection for women navigating identity, motherhood, and personal becoming. Through honest dialogue and lived experience, the Woman Within podcast is a place to exhale, process, and reflect without judgment, fixing, or performance. Rather than positioning itself as an authority or expert, The Woman Within shows up as women in the work, fostering connection through relatability, presence, and emotional depth.

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  • Creator
    Nicole Mejia & Sarah Stewart
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Nicole Mejia & Sarah Stewart
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