Pearls of Motherhood

Pearls of Motherhood
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Welcome to Pearls of Motherhood—a community for all moms! Whether you’re a new mom, seasoned parent, or grandma, we’ve got you covered. Each episode brings real, relatable conversations about the highs and lows of motherhood, filled with laughter, tips, and support. We’re here to remind you that you’re not alone, no matter where you are in your journey. Tune in every Friday for new Pearls and feel empowered, understood, and celebrated in the beautiful mess of motherhood.

  1. 5d ago

    S5E4: Who Are You Waiting For?

    Have you ever felt completely confident in a parenting decision…until another mom made a different one? After a seemingly ordinary conversation at her daughter’s dentist appointment, Diana found herself questioning a decision she had felt perfectly comfortable with just minutes earlier. Nothing about her daughter had changed. Nothing about her family had changed. Only her confidence had. In this solo episode of Pearls of Motherhood, Diana explores why motherhood can make us so sensitive to comparison and approval, why we sometimes find ourselves defending parenting choices nobody even questioned, and whether what we're really searching for isn't approval at all—but connection. Because another mom doing things differently doesn't mean you're doing it wrong. Maybe thoughtful motherhood doesn't require unanimous approval. Maybe it requires knowing your child, remaining open to learning, and trusting yourself enough to make the choices that fit your family. You do you, mama. Further Reading and Inspirations: Festinger, L. (1954). A Theory of Social Comparison Processes. Human Relations, 7(2), 117–140. DOI Mazumdar, K., & Kour, P. (2026). Tracing the developmental arc of matrescence: a phenomenological study of urban Indian mothers. BMC Women’s Health, 26, 331. Study 💌 Got something to say? We’d love to hear it! Drop us some Fan Mail here—tell us what you’re loving, share a mama moment, or just say hi! 🎧 Your words might just make it into a future episode! 💕 — Tessie & Diana 💖 Support the show Got ideas, questions, or stories to share? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at ideas@pearlsofmotherhood.com or connect with us on Instagram @PoMCasts. Also follow our blog at www.pearlsofmotherhood.com. Stay tuned for more fun and more Pearls!

  2. Aug 7

    S5E3: The Mother I Thought I'd Be

    Why do we think getting everything we've ever wanted should protect us from struggle? After 13 years of infertility, Diana believed that finally becoming a mother would make every heartbreak, setback, and sacrifice worth it. Instead, she found herself navigating postpartum anxiety, questioning why motherhood felt so much harder than she expected, and wondering if gratitude and struggle could really exist at the same time. In this deeply personal solo episode, Diana reflects on the gap between the mother she imagined becoming and the mother she was actually becoming. Together, we'll explore maternal identity, the psychology behind the "arrival fallacy," self-compassion, and why becoming a different mother than you expected doesn't mean you've become the wrong one. If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I wanted this...so why is it so hard?" this episode is for you. Season 5 is about one idea: Motherhood, but make it mine. Further Reading & Inspiration • Stumbling on Happiness — Daniel Gilbert • Four Thousand Weeks — Oliver Burkeman • The Birth of a Mother — Daniel N. Stern • Psychological Processes of Childbearing — Joan Raphael-Leff • Research by Dr. Alexandra Sacks & Dr. Catherine Birndorf on matrescence and maternal identity • Research by Dr. Michel Dugas on intolerance of uncertainty and anxiety • American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) — Postpartum mental health • American Psychological Association — Anxiety, perfectionism, and coping with uncertainty 💌 Got something to say? We’d love to hear it! Drop us some Fan Mail here—tell us what you’re loving, share a mama moment, or just say hi! 🎧 Your words might just make it into a future episode! 💕 — Tessie & Diana 💖 Support the show Got ideas, questions, or stories to share? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at ideas@pearlsofmotherhood.com or connect with us on Instagram @PoMCasts. Also follow our blog at www.pearlsofmotherhood.com. Stay tuned for more fun and more Pearls!

  3. Jul 31

    S5E2: The Life I Didn't Plan | With Sue Stadler

    What if success isn't something you achieve...but something you redefine? Sue Stadler thought she knew exactly what her life would look like: law school, a prestigious legal career, and a carefully planned future. Instead, motherhood rewrote the script. In this episode, Diana sits down with her longtime friend, former attorney, entrepreneur, and mom of six, Sue Stadler, for an honest conversation about career pivots, trusting your instincts, redefining success, and building a life that truly fits your family. Together, they explore why confidence often comes after taking the first step, how to stop measuring your life against everyone else's, and why the best roadmap for motherhood might be the one you create yourself. If you've ever questioned your career, your parenting decisions, or whether you're on the "right" path, this conversation is for you. Season 5 is about one idea: Motherhood, but make it mine. 💌 Got something to say? We’d love to hear it! Drop us some Fan Mail here—tell us what you’re loving, share a mama moment, or just say hi! 🎧 Your words might just make it into a future episode! 💕 — Tessie & Diana 💖 Support the show Got ideas, questions, or stories to share? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at ideas@pearlsofmotherhood.com or connect with us on Instagram @PoMCasts. Also follow our blog at www.pearlsofmotherhood.com. Stay tuned for more fun and more Pearls!

  4. Jun 24

    S5E1: Who Said Moms Have To Do It That Way - The Invisible Rule Book

    What if the hardest part of motherhood isn't raising a child...but letting go of the mother you thought you'd be? Before becoming a mom, Diana imagined flowers, tea parties, bows, and sparkles. Instead, she's collecting bugs, learning about construction vehicles, and hearing passionate opinions about sword fighting from a spirited little girl who had other plans. In the Season 5 premiere of Pearls of Motherhood, Diana explores the invisible rulebook so many moms carry—the expectations we inherit from family, culture, social media, and even our younger selves. Together, we'll unpack mom guilt, maternal identity, parenting expectations, and the surprising freedom that comes when we stop asking whether we're doing motherhood "right" and start asking whether we're doing what's right for our family. If you've ever looked around and wondered why your motherhood doesn't look the way you imagined, this episode is for you. Season 5 is about one idea: Motherhood, but make it mine. Further Reading & Inspiration • The Cultural Contradictions of Motherhood — Sharon Hays • The Birth of a Mother — Daniel N. Stern • Psychological Processes of Childbearing — Joan Raphael-Leff • Research on matrescence and maternal identity • Research on cultural differences in parenting and family systems • American Academy of Pediatrics safe sleep recommendations • Research on maternal guilt, self-compassion, and parental well-being 💌 Got something to say? We’d love to hear it! Drop us some Fan Mail here—tell us what you’re loving, share a mama moment, or just say hi! 🎧 Your words might just make it into a future episode! 💕 — Tessie & Diana 💖 Support the show Got ideas, questions, or stories to share? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at ideas@pearlsofmotherhood.com or connect with us on Instagram @PoMCasts. Also follow our blog at www.pearlsofmotherhood.com. Stay tuned for more fun and more Pearls!

  5. May 8

    S4 Finale: This Isn't How We Planned It (But We're Here Anyway)

    What happens when you can’t hold everything together anymore? In this deeply personal Season 4 finale of Pearls of Motherhood, Diana opens up about postpartum anxiety after her C-section, the pressure moms feel to “do it all,” and the hidden emotional toll of constantly trying to stay in control during uncertain seasons of motherhood. From obsessing over laundry and routines while recovering postpartum to the guilt, overstimulation, and emotional exhaustion so many moms silently carry, this episode explores the psychology behind why mothers over-function when life feels overwhelming—and why struggling does not mean you’re failing. Plus, a heartfelt listener mail from a mom of two toddlers sparks an honest conversation about mom guilt, emotional regulation, mental overload, self-criticism, and the impossible expectations modern mothers place on themselves. If you’ve ever: felt emotionally exhausted in motherhoodstruggled with postpartum anxiety or overwhelmwondered why you can’t “just handle it better”felt guilty for not enjoying every momentfelt like you were barely holding it together…this episode is for you. Because motherhood isn’t about holding everything together perfectly. Sometimes the bravest thing a mom can do… is stay. ✨ Topics discussed: Postpartum recovery, maternal mental health, emotional overload, mom guilt, overstimulation, perfectionism, intolerance of uncertainty, emotional regulation, identity shifts in motherhood, self-compassion, and parenting through hard seasons. Follow us on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook: @pomcasts 💛 💌 Got something to say? We’d love to hear it! Drop us some Fan Mail here—tell us what you’re loving, share a mama moment, or just say hi! 🎧 Your words might just make it into a future episode! 💕 — Tessie & Diana 💖 Support the show Got ideas, questions, or stories to share? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at ideas@pearlsofmotherhood.com or connect with us on Instagram @PoMCasts. Also follow our blog at www.pearlsofmotherhood.com. Stay tuned for more fun and more Pearls!

  6. Apr 17

    S4E9: Some Kids Just Don't Care, Yet

    Ever looked at your child in a moment and thought… “why don’t they care?” When your kid ignores someone crying, grabs a toy without a second thought, or says “I don’t care” with full eye contact—it can feel personal. Like you’re failing. Like something’s off. But what if the truth is simpler… and a whole lot more relieving? In this episode of Pearls of Motherhood, we’re saying something out loud that most moms think but don’t say: 👉 some kids just don’t care… yet. We break down what empathy actually looks like in child development (hint: it’s not automatic), why your child’s brain might not be there yet, and how to stop feeling like a broken record repeating “be kind” all day long. You’ll learn: Why empathy is a capacity issue, not a character flawThe 3 layers of empathy (and why most of us jump straight to the last one)How to teach empathy in real life—without losing your mindWhy connection works better than correctionWhat to do instead of forcing apologiesA simple, in-the-moment formula: notice it, name it, guide itWe also talk about the emotional side of this—those moments that make you question everything—and how to reframe them with a little more compassion (for your child and yourself). Because empathy isn’t something you can force. It’s something you grow—slowly, imperfectly, and over time. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and iHeartRadio. 💌 Got something to say? We’d love to hear it! Drop us some Fan Mail here—tell us what you’re loving, share a mama moment, or just say hi! 🎧 Your words might just make it into a future episode! 💕 — Tessie & Diana 💖 Support the show Got ideas, questions, or stories to share? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at ideas@pearlsofmotherhood.com or connect with us on Instagram @PoMCasts. Also follow our blog at www.pearlsofmotherhood.com. Stay tuned for more fun and more Pearls!

  7. Apr 10

    S4E8: You're Not Getting An Apology: How to find peace without closure

    You’re not getting an apology. And waiting for one is keeping you stuck. They moved on. They’re not thinking about it. And you’re still carrying the weight. That’s the part no one says out loud. In this episode of Pearls of Motherhood, we talk about the kind of forgiveness that feels unfair— the kind where they never say sorry. Because forgiveness isn’t about them. It doesn’t mean – it was okay – you forget – you let them back in It means you stop letting it control you. You may never get the apology… but you don’t need it to move forward. 🎧 You’re Not Getting an Apology: How to Find Peace Without Closure Listen now! 💌 Got something to say? We’d love to hear it! Drop us some Fan Mail here—tell us what you’re loving, share a mama moment, or just say hi! 🎧 Your words might just make it into a future episode! 💕 — Tessie & Diana 💖 Support the show Got ideas, questions, or stories to share? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at ideas@pearlsofmotherhood.com or connect with us on Instagram @PoMCasts. Also follow our blog at www.pearlsofmotherhood.com. Stay tuned for more fun and more Pearls!

  8. Apr 3

    S4E7: You're Not A Bad Mom...You're Just Comparing: How mom comparison quietly steals your joy (and how to stop)

    Ever feel like you're losing at motherhood… just by being around other moms? In this episode of Pearls of Motherhood, we’re unpacking the silent competition no one talks about—mom comparison—and how it quietly steals your joy. That thought—“Why can’t I do it like she does?”— It’s not truth. It’s pressure. Because here’s what no one tells you: Most moms aren’t judging you… they’re questioning themselves too. ✨ The competition isn’t real ✨ The standard isn’t fair ✨ And your motherhood was never meant to look like hers If you’ve ever walked away from a playdate, scroll session, or school pickup feeling “less than”… this episode is your reset. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and iHeartRadio. 💌 Got something to say? We’d love to hear it! Drop us some Fan Mail here—tell us what you’re loving, share a mama moment, or just say hi! 🎧 Your words might just make it into a future episode! 💕 — Tessie & Diana 💖 Support the show Got ideas, questions, or stories to share? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at ideas@pearlsofmotherhood.com or connect with us on Instagram @PoMCasts. Also follow our blog at www.pearlsofmotherhood.com. Stay tuned for more fun and more Pearls!

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Welcome to Pearls of Motherhood—a community for all moms! Whether you’re a new mom, seasoned parent, or grandma, we’ve got you covered. Each episode brings real, relatable conversations about the highs and lows of motherhood, filled with laughter, tips, and support. We’re here to remind you that you’re not alone, no matter where you are in your journey. Tune in every Friday for new Pearls and feel empowered, understood, and celebrated in the beautiful mess of motherhood.

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  • Creator
    Pearls of Motherhood
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Pearls of Motherhood
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