The Motherhood Mentor

Rebecca Dollard: Somatic Mind-Body Life Coach, Enneagram Coach, Speaker, Boundaries Coach, Mindset
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Welcome to The Motherhood Mentor Podcast your go-to resource for moms seeking holistic healing and transformation. Hosted by mind-body somatic healing practitioner and holistic life coach Becca Dollard.  Join us as we explore the transformative power of somatic healing, offering practical tools and strategies to help you navigate overwhelm, burnout, and stress. Through insightful conversations, empowering stories, and expert guidance, you'll discover how to cultivate resilience, reclaim balance, and thrive in every aspect of your life while still feeling permission to be a human.  Are you a woman who is building a business while raising babies who refuses to burnout? These are conversations and support for you.   We believe in the power of vulnerability, connection, and self-discovery, and our goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and valued. Whether you're juggling career, family, or personal growth, this podcast is your sanctuary for holistic healing and growth all while normalizing the ups and downs, the messy and the magic, and the wild ride of this season of motherhood.  Your host: Becca is a mom of two, married for 14years to her husband Jay living in Colorado. She is a certified somatic healing practitioner and holistic life coach to high functioning moms. She works with women who are navigating raising babies, building businesses, and prioritizing their own wellbeing and healing. She understands the unique challenges of navigating being fully present in motherhood while also wanting to be wildly creative and ambitious in her work. The Motherhood Mentor serves and supports moms through 1:1 coaching, in person community, and weekend retreats.  Follow on IG: @themotherhoodmentor , send me a dm and let me know you found me through the podcast!  Website:  https://www.the-motherhood-mentor.com/ Want to join the email fam for free workshops and more support: https://themotherhoodmentor.myflodesk.com/ujaud8t4x9

  1. 6D AGO

    How Breathwork Resets a Stressed Nervous System

    For many moms, that quiet “I’m fine” isn’t actually fine. It’s a nervous system pattern of holding it all together under bracing and control.  When you’re the one holding everything together - the schedules, the emotions, the invisible labor -your body often learns to stay braced. Literally and figuratively holding your breath.  In this episode, we sit down with Tabatha Debruyn to talk about 9D Breath work and somatic breath work and why it’s one of the fastest ways to shift your nervous system state without forcing yourself to think your way out of stress. We unpack what suppression looks like in high-functioning women: functional freeze, low-level anxiety, mind fog, and the subtle bracing that earns gold stars but slowly drains your joy. Tabitha shares her own story through grief, caregiving, panic attacks, and insomnia — and how breath work helped her feel emotions she didn’t even realize she had been holding. Together, we explore how breath can become a practical daily tool for nervous system regulation, emotional processing, and building more capacity for life’s stressors. You’ll also hear and try a few simple breathing practices with us — including a down regulation breath that supports rest and digestion, and an activation breath that gently energizes the body while building resilience to stress. Because nervous systems and energy are meant to move and be dynamically alive. Learn how to change your state with breath work, one of the tools and skills always available to us in the middle of conflict, hard moments, and motherhood.  If you’ve ever felt irritated by advice like “just calm down,” this conversation offers something different: real regulation, not playing calm. We talk about co-regulation with kids, why moms often become the emotional thermostat in the home, and simple practices like humming and singing that stimulate the vagus nerve and help your body shift out of survival mode. And if breath work has ever felt intimidating, too “woo,” or too time consuming, this episode will leave you with clear language, grounded science, and tools you can use in just a few minutes. Where to find Tabatha:  Website Instagram Free resources & email list – A 7-minute cinematic introduction to 9D Breathwork – A 5-minute nervous system reset – A 7-minute guided morning routine Book : An Inspired Guide to Living the Life of Your Dreams, is available on Amazon. It offers reflective prompts and practices that support many of the ideas we explored together. Send us Fan Mail If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start leading your life with deep presence, I’d love to work with you. Book a free interest call here: Click Here 💌 Want more? Follow me on Instagram @themotherhoodmentor for somatic tools, nervous system support, and real-talk on high-functioning burnout, ambition, healing perfectionism, and motherhood. And also pretty epic meme drops.  🎧  Did you love this episode? Be sure to follow and please take a quick moment to leave a review and send this episode to a friend. I'd love to hear from you on how this podcast impacted you, send me a DM or an email.

    54 min

  2. MAR 31

    Why High Achievers Burn Out Quietly: When Pouring from an Empty Cup is Your Coping Strategy

    You don’t usually see a high-functioning woman fall apart in a dramatic way.  It happens quietly. Subtly. Responsibly.  To the point where everything still looks fine… but inside, something feels off. If you’re still getting everything done but feel numb, foggy, disconnected, or low-key resentful, this isn’t you being ungrateful.  It’s what burnout looks like when your nervous system has been running on pressure for too long. In this episode, we talk about the hidden signs of high-functioning burnout—the ones that don’t stop your productivity but slowly drain your aliveness. We unpack why “just push through” works so well… until it doesn’t, and how burnout starts leaking into motherhood, relationships, and your sense of self. We also get into identity fatigue—that quiet thought of “what if I just stopped caring?”—and the reality of perfectionism as both a driver and a weight you can’t sustainably carry. Then we shift into something most people skip: burnout prevention. Not waiting until you crash—but learning how to read the early signals. We talk about:  why high-functioning coping hides burnout  subtle signs like numbness, brain fog, and disconnection  resentment when support feels uneven or one-sided  how strength becomes rigid (and why flexibility matters more)  the concept of “prescribed burns” to prevent full collapse  somatic work, boundaries, and building real capacity  what it actually looks like to receive support without guilt I also share a real-time look at my current season of motherhood and homeschooling, and why tightening my boundaries (especially with social media) became necessary when my margin shrank. If you’ve been holding a lot for a long time… this will feel familiar. Listen, send it to a friend who carries a lot too, and tell me what hit.  Want to learn and hear more about healing while staying wildly capable as a high functioner? Join the email list here  Follow along on Instagram Want to work with me? Find out more here  Send us Fan Mail If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start leading your life with deep presence, I’d love to work with you. Book a free interest call here: Click Here 💌 Want more? Follow me on Instagram @themotherhoodmentor for somatic tools, nervous system support, and real-talk on high-functioning burnout, ambition, healing perfectionism, and motherhood. And also pretty epic meme drops.  🎧  Did you love this episode? Be sure to follow and please take a quick moment to leave a review and send this episode to a friend. I'd love to hear from you on how this podcast impacted you, send me a DM or an email.

    22 min

  3. MAR 24

    The Lonely Side of Being the Strong One (For High-Functioning Moms)

    You’re the strong one. The capable one. The one everyone relies on. You hold the emotional tone of your home, keep things moving, and rarely drop the ball. But underneath it all? You feel braced, tired, and more alone than you want to admit. In this episode, we unpack what “high-functioning” actually looks like for moms—and why being the one who holds everything together often means you’re the least supported in the room. Why you can be surrounded by people, but still feel lonely in the day to day of what you hold.  We talk about the nervous system patterns behind hyper-independence, why asking for help can feel harder than doing it all yourself, and how deflecting support quietly blocks the connection you actually want. Sometimes when you are highly capable, you tend to be seen as not wanting or needing the help and support you crave.  Inside this episode:  What it really means to be the emotional thermostat in your home  Why strong women often receive the least support  How minimizing your needs keeps you disconnected  Hyper-independence as a safety strategy (not a personality trait)  What functional fight-or-flight looks like in motherhood + business  Why your kids’ emotions can hit harder than expected  How to ask for help without overexplaining (“dead bird theory”)  Building friendships where you don’t have to be the strong one  Letting gratitude replace guilt so you can actually receive love  If this hit, send me a screen shot and a dm on IG, I always love hearing from you: https://www.instagram.com/themotherhoodmentor/ If you’re ready for deeper support, this is exactly the work I do with women like you. Click here to apply for 1:1 coaching  Send us Fan Mail If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start leading your life with deep presence, I’d love to work with you. Book a free interest call here: Click Here 💌 Want more? Follow me on Instagram @themotherhoodmentor for somatic tools, nervous system support, and real-talk on high-functioning burnout, ambition, healing perfectionism, and motherhood. And also pretty epic meme drops.  🎧  Did you love this episode? Be sure to follow and please take a quick moment to leave a review and send this episode to a friend. I'd love to hear from you on how this podcast impacted you, send me a DM or an email.

    32 min

  4. MAR 10

    How and why to take a screen Detox with Nina Caviggiola

    Less screen time, more life.  Join Rebecca and Nina (Balkanina)If you’re arguing about devices more than you want to admit and you feel like tech is shaping your family more than you are, this episode is for you. This conversation is a practical guide for parents and adults who want a calmer, healthier relationship with screens. We talk about why screen limits alone often don’t work, how screen overstimulation affects behavior, and what actually happens when families reset their relationship with technology. You’ll hear what a real tech detox looks like, how to support your nervous system and your kids’ emotional regulation through the transition, and how to rebuild a more balanced relationship with screens long term.About Nina:  About Nina: I am a mom of 2 toddlers who shares the highs and lows of motherhood, self love & acceptance, and dressing a midsize "mom bod" in a relatable and honest way. On socials I share about everything from fashion, mental health and parenting to marriage and everything in between. I am a people LOVER, and extrovert, the girl who can read the room and is determined to put a smile on your face; I like to think I am everything you look for in a best friend! It is my mission to help the average woman (especially mom) feel less alone, no matter what season of life she is in. Where to find Nina: Mama Know's Podcast Episode with Clare Morell  Get Nina's Tech Detox Guide  Use code MENTOR15 for 15% off  Books and other helpful resources:  The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt  This Book is Helping Young People's Addition to Tech on The Tamron Hall Show  Send us Fan Mail If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start leading your life with deep presence, I’d love to work with you. Book a free interest call here: Click Here 💌 Want more? Follow me on Instagram @themotherhoodmentor for somatic tools, nervous system support, and real-talk on high-functioning burnout, ambition, healing perfectionism, and motherhood. And also pretty epic meme drops.  🎧  Did you love this episode? Be sure to follow and please take a quick moment to leave a review and send this episode to a friend. I'd love to hear from you on how this podcast impacted you, send me a DM or an email.

    53 min

  5. FEB 27

    Is This Growth or Am I Falling Apart? The discomfort of growing pains

    Welcome to this mini episode where we name the “good discomfort” of growth and why trying to fix it too soon blocks expansion. We share how embodiment, not mindset alone, helps hold paradox—being content and still wanting more—while you move between identities. • naming the spiral of upward growth • why old tools stop working during expansion • the urge to fix versus the need to feel • mindset as bypass and how it keeps women stuck • practicing posture, positioning and embodiment • holding contentment and desire at the same time • zooming out to spot familiar patterns • giving language, permission and orientation in coaching If you loved this episode, we would love if you would take a moment and leave a review. Thank you!  Send us Fan Mail If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start leading your life with deep presence, I’d love to work with you. Book a free interest call here: Click Here 💌 Want more? Follow me on Instagram @themotherhoodmentor for somatic tools, nervous system support, and real-talk on high-functioning burnout, ambition, healing perfectionism, and motherhood. And also pretty epic meme drops.  🎧  Did you love this episode? Be sure to follow and please take a quick moment to leave a review and send this episode to a friend. I'd love to hear from you on how this podcast impacted you, send me a DM or an email.

    8 min

  6. FEB 3

    Parenting Big Feelings & Strong Wills With Loving Boundaries with Mary Van Geffen

    Do you have a strong-willed, big-feeling, highly sensitive child who feels like “too much”? Parenting the “Spicy” Child: Strong-Willed Kids, Big Feelings, and Connection-Based Discipline Parenting a strong-willed, big-feeling child can feel like living next to a volcano-beautiful, powerful, and unpredictable. We explore what Mary calls the spicy child: kids with high intensity, low adaptability, high perceptibility, and high persistence. These are the children who feel deeply, notice everything, and refuse to be easily managed. You’ll learn why shame and punishment backfire, how to regulate your nervous system during meltdowns, and how to lead with connection while still holding firm boundaries. We also talk about parenting in community spaces, navigating pressure to control behavior, and why repair after rupture is one of the greatest gifts you can give your child. If you’re raising a sensitive, strong-willed child and want fewer power struggles, more cooperation, and deeper trust—this episode is for you. ✨ In This Episode, We Cover: • The four traits of a “spicy” child  • Why traditional discipline doesn’t work for sensitive kids  • How to stay calm during meltdowns  • The “conscious pause”  • Completing the stress cycle  • Play as a regulation tool  • Separating your nervous system from your child’s  • How to repair after hard moments  • Mary’s book, audiobook, quiz, and preorder bonuses You can pre-order Mary's new book here: Pre-Order Parenting a Spicy One  Check out Mary on Instagram If you are local to Northern Colorado- come join our book club!  ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: Parenting the “Spicy” Child  02:45 – What Makes a Child “Spicy”? The Four Core Traits  07:30 – Why Punishment and Shame Backfire  12:10 – Gentle Parenting vs. Nervous System Leadership  16:40 – Parenting Under Community & Church Pressure  21:15 – Making Regulation Visible  26:00 – Completing the Stress Cycle  30:20 – The Conscious Pause During Meltdowns  34:45 – Why Lectures Don’t Work Mid-Storm  38:10 – Playful De-Escalation: Singing, Silliness, and Connection  42:55 – When Your Child’s Energy Overwhelms You  47:30 – Separating Your Experience From Theirs  51:20 – Repair After Rupture: Owning Impact  56:10 – Raising Future Leaders, Not “Too Much” Kids  59:40 – Mary’s Book, Quiz, and Preorder Bonuses  1:03:15 – Final Reflections + Listener Invitation Send us Fan Mail If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start leading your life with deep presence, I’d love to work with you. Book a free interest call here: Click Here 💌 Want more? Follow me on Instagram @themotherhoodmentor for somatic tools, nervous system support, and real-talk on high-functioning burnout, ambition, healing perfectionism, and motherhood. And also pretty epic meme drops.  🎧  Did you love this episode? Be sure to follow and please take a quick moment to leave a review and send this episode to a friend. I'd love to hear from you on how this podcast impacted you, send me a DM or an email.

    54 min

  7. JAN 28

    When It’s Never Enough: Healing the High-Achiever Nervous System

    Let's explore how to stay hungry for growth without missing the life you already built. We share practical ways to feel content now while nurturing ambition for your body, marriage, work, and motherhood. • naming the gap obsession and its cost • choosing hungry not starving as a core mindset • celebrating wins you already own and wanting what you already have  • body peace through strength, food freedom and comfort • building a resilient marriage with real boundaries • steady parenting with repair and regulation • keeping ambition as permission not pressure • rejecting one-size blueprints for inner GPS • making next-step choices in the fog If this is you and you feel like you are trying to build capacity to pursue your incessant ambition and desire, while also feeling enough- like you can slow down and be present and content- this is exactly the work we do in my 1:1 coaching and at the upcoming Steady Retreat.  You can find all the details for Retreat here: https://themotherhoodmentor.myflodesk.com/steadyretreat Or coaching work here: https://www.the-motherhood-mentor.com/reclamationcoaching Send us Fan Mail If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start leading your life with deep presence, I’d love to work with you. Book a free interest call here: Click Here 💌 Want more? Follow me on Instagram @themotherhoodmentor for somatic tools, nervous system support, and real-talk on high-functioning burnout, ambition, healing perfectionism, and motherhood. And also pretty epic meme drops.  🎧  Did you love this episode? Be sure to follow and please take a quick moment to leave a review and send this episode to a friend. I'd love to hear from you on how this podcast impacted you, send me a DM or an email.

    18 min

  8. JAN 16

    From Overhaul To Integrity: A Gentle Steady New Year

    Forget the sprint. We’re starting the year steady, grounded, and honest about capacity. Instead of chasing a dazzling future self, we look at what’s here now- what worked, what didn’t, and how to build change that outlasts a January dopamine hit. In this episode I share why integrity beats motivation, how to regulate your nervous system in real life, and what it means to show up in the messy middle with devotion and mercy rather than perfection. This is also your invitation to join Steady January, halfway through the month- a free broadcast channel with short love notes, somatic practices, and thoughtful prompts designed to fit into the margins of motherhood and work. No feed to keep up with, no pressure to share- just simple guidance that respects your time and energy. If you’re tired of quick fixes, you’ll hear how tiny, consistent micro-shifts compound into durable habits and a calmer baseline you can actually feel. I'm also opening the doors to deeper support: one-on-one coaching for women who want a focused, fit-first space to metabolize stress, set aligned goals, and expand capacity without the urgency spiral. Then we dive into our spring retreat-why co-regulation is a force multiplier for healing, how workshops translate into daily life, and the joy of being well-fed, well-rested, and well-held in a room where growth is contagious. You’ll leave with tools you can use at home and a felt sense of ease that doesn’t evaporate on the tarmac. If this resonates, join Steady January, explore coaching, or apply for the retreat while early-bird spots last. And if the podcast supports you, follow and leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify—it helps more women find a steadier way forward. Join Steady January Here: https://themotherhoodmentor.myflodesk.com/steadyjanuary Want to sneak peak the Spring Retreat: https://themotherhoodmentor.myflodesk.com/steadyretreat Book an interest call here: https://calendly.com/themotherhoodmentor/exploration-call Send us Fan Mail If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start leading your life with deep presence, I’d love to work with you. Book a free interest call here: Click Here 💌 Want more? Follow me on Instagram @themotherhoodmentor for somatic tools, nervous system support, and real-talk on high-functioning burnout, ambition, healing perfectionism, and motherhood. And also pretty epic meme drops.  🎧  Did you love this episode? Be sure to follow and please take a quick moment to leave a review and send this episode to a friend. I'd love to hear from you on how this podcast impacted you, send me a DM or an email.

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Welcome to The Motherhood Mentor Podcast your go-to resource for moms seeking holistic healing and transformation. Hosted by mind-body somatic healing practitioner and holistic life coach Becca Dollard.  Join us as we explore the transformative power of somatic healing, offering practical tools and strategies to help you navigate overwhelm, burnout, and stress. Through insightful conversations, empowering stories, and expert guidance, you'll discover how to cultivate resilience, reclaim balance, and thrive in every aspect of your life while still feeling permission to be a human.  Are you a woman who is building a business while raising babies who refuses to burnout? These are conversations and support for you.   We believe in the power of vulnerability, connection, and self-discovery, and our goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and valued. Whether you're juggling career, family, or personal growth, this podcast is your sanctuary for holistic healing and growth all while normalizing the ups and downs, the messy and the magic, and the wild ride of this season of motherhood.  Your host: Becca is a mom of two, married for 14years to her husband Jay living in Colorado. She is a certified somatic healing practitioner and holistic life coach to high functioning moms. She works with women who are navigating raising babies, building businesses, and prioritizing their own wellbeing and healing. She understands the unique challenges of navigating being fully present in motherhood while also wanting to be wildly creative and ambitious in her work. The Motherhood Mentor serves and supports moms through 1:1 coaching, in person community, and weekend retreats.  Follow on IG: @themotherhoodmentor , send me a dm and let me know you found me through the podcast!  Website:  https://www.the-motherhood-mentor.com/ Want to join the email fam for free workshops and more support: https://themotherhoodmentor.myflodesk.com/ujaud8t4x9

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  • Creator
    Rebecca Dollard: Somatic Mind-Body Life Coach, Enneagram Coach, Speaker, Boundaries Coach, Mindset
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    86
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Motherhood Mentor
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