Call Your Mom Friends

Charity Spears
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🎙️Call Your Mom Friends The podcast that feels like a voice note from your best friend who also happens to know why your baby won't stop arching. Motherhood is beautiful. But also? It's messy, exhausting, lonely, and sometimes you're rage-cleaning the kitchen at 9pm while your partner asks "what's wrong" from the couch. Nothing. Everything. Each week I sit down with a guest who gets it. Practitioners, moms in the thick of it, and people doing the real work of showing up for families. We talk about the stuff no one warned you about, and all the moments that made us laugh. Postpartum anxiety, birth stories, identity loss, why your toddler is basically a feral dictator with no term limits, why your eight year old suddenly has the attitude of a teenager, and why none of it makes you broken. If you've ever cried in the shower, Googled something unhinged at 2am, or locked yourself in the bathroom just to eat a granola bar in peace, pull up a chair. You're home.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

  1. 13H AGO

    Episode 36: Hands Free, Head Up: The Truth About Babywearing

    Babywearing has been around for over 100,000 years, but somewhere along the way, we lost the village that taught us how to do it safely. Charity breaks down the TICKS safety method every parent needs to know: T-ight against your body, I-n view with face always visible, C-lose enough to kiss, K-eep chin off the chest, S-upported back. She also covers the natural safe position of the hips, reccomendations for hot climates, traveling tips, and how to gently help a friend. Whether you're a new mom, expecting, or just want to feel confident in your carrier - this is for you.       Next Babywearing Class can be found at Bump to Baby and will be held June 20th. (will update with a direct link to sign up) Follow our ig for my favorite carriers.

    38 min

  2. MAY 12

    Episode 36: How to Travel with Kids and Still Come Home Happy

    A mom of a new baby called in asking if summer travel is even worth it. I knew exactly who to call. You don't have to put your dreams on hold just because you have kids. Jacquelyn Hunt- mom of five and the original Traveling Family Circus- is here to prove it. We're talking carry-on only with a family of seven, TSA secrets every mom needs to know, baby gear rentals, park nannies, family boundaries, and why your expectations might be the thing wrecking your vacation. Jacquelyn's Resources: Traveling Family Circus instagram link Travel Tip Freebies In Depth Guides Traveling Family Circus Podcast

    43 min

  3. MAY 5

    Episode 35: It's Not Me, It's My Hormones

    We've been saying "it's probably just my hormones" for years- and then doing absolutely nothing about it. Today that changes.   I'm sitting down with Cheyenna Kopacz, family nurse practitioner and hormone replacement therapy specialist, and we are getting into ALL of it. The 2002 study that made an entire generation terrified of hormones (and why they quietly walked it down). Why brain fog, insomnia, and low libido are not just part of being human. The 80% reduction in Alzheimer's risk tied to estradiol. What your thyroid has to do with your fertility. And why you are absolutely allowed-actually, encouraged- to interview your provider.  We also dive into tampons. You'll want to hear about that. If you'e ever walked out of an appointment feeling dismissed, unheard, or like you still don't have answers-this one's for you.    Find Cheyenna at @at_your_doorstep_medical on Instagram, Tiktok at_your_doorstep_medical, and you can visit her webiste for a free intro call. At Your Doorstep Medical This episode is sponsored by Bump to Boob- Amey's of Azbreastfedbabies prenatal breastfeeding class desgined to help you prepare before baby arrives.

    31 min

  4. APR 28

    Episode 34: Why Moms Are The Last To Ask For Help

    Moms are the least likely demographic to ask for help. The people holding it all together for everyone else are the last ones to raise their hand. In this solo episode, Charity gets honest about why that happens, what societal conditioning has to do with it, and how social media sits right in the middle of making it better...and worse. She talks about postpatrtum anxiety stats, maternal mental health, the power of safe communities, and why shame has never made anyone a better mother. This is for the mom who says "I'm fine" before the question is ever finished.  Support Resources: Circle  @azbreastfedbabies Mental Health Support

    18 min

  5. APR 21

    Episode 32: What No One Tells You About Birth (But Your Doula Should)

    If you've ever felt like birth didn't go the way you planned, or like you've been left carrying something heavy after, this is for you. Charity sits down with Patricia, a birth doula with 15 years of experience and over 1,100 births, to pull back the curtain on what actually happens in the birth room. They get into the myths that social media won't stop spreading, what COVID permanently changed about hospital births, whay talking about the scary stuff is actually what protects you, and the one thing Patricia tells every single mom needs, but won't ask for. Fair warning: this conversation gets real.      Resources: Modern Mama- a doula agency that offers birth support, postpartum care, childbirth education, and an upcoming induction prep course.  https://www.modernmamadoula.com Cocoon to Bloom- In-person bodywork sessions, multi-day intensives for babies, moms, and adults. Supporting the nervous system so your body can feel safer, move more freely, and function with less effort. https://cocoontobloom.com Azbreastfedbabies- Amey, the woman who launched two careers, and a support anchor in our community. https://www.azbreastfedbabies.com

    48 min

  6. APR 14

    Episode 31: Why Your Baby Might Be Fussy (It's Not What You Think)

    In this episode of Call Your Mom Friends, Charity sits down with CFT practitioner Joanna Cox to talk about something most parents are not often told about: The Nervous System. From birth stories to fussy babies, latch issues, sleep struggles, and emotional overwhelm, this conversation connects the dots between what's happening in your baby's body and what may be happening in yours, too. We talk about: -why babies hold tension and how it can show up -the connection between mom and baby's nervous systems -why sometimes it is not actually the baby who needs the most support -how bodywork can impact feeding, sleep, and behavior -why this work matters during pregnancy, not just after birth This episode is honest, real, and might completely change the way you think about your baby's needs.     *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:910c429f-b4ce-4a82-b65a-38e94b7eb619-7" data-testid= "conversation-turn-16" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Some cliff notes: Craniosacral Facial Therapy (CFT), taught by Barry Gillespie, is gentle whole-body approach that works through the mouth, face, sacrum, occiput, and fascia to both open the cranial system and create changes throughout the entire body. It intentionally integrates the cranial and fascial systems together, rather than treating them separately, which can lead to more structural and functional shifts. Craniosacral Therapy (CST), developed by John Upledger, also works with the cranial system but tends to be even lighter and more focused on the nervous system and fluid rhythms. I've done some CST too, but I resonate more with CFT because it combines cranial opening with that full-body fascial approach.   This episode is brought to you by Cocoon to Bloom. We offer in-person bodywork sessions and multi-day intensives for babies, children, and adults to support the nervous system and help the body function with more ease. Learn more at cocoontobloom.com

    36 min
  7. The One Where We Pass the Mic (and Cry a Little)

    APR 8

    The One Where We Pass the Mic (and Cry a Little)

    Well… this one's a little tender. In this episode, we're sharing something that wasn't an easy decision: Call Your Mom Friends is entering a new season. Amey and Lauren are stepping back, and Charity is stepping in to carry the mic forward—and yes, we have feelings about it. We're talking about what led us here (spoiler: businesses grew, life got full, toddlers poured smoothies everywhere), the behind-the-scenes reality of running a podcast, and what it actually looks like to choose where your energy goes in this season of motherhood and entrepreneurship. This isn't goodbye—it's a handoff. A "we built something really freaking special and now it gets to evolve" moment. And honestly? We're so proud of what we created. The conversations, the education, the realness—it's all still here for you. And what's coming next? It's going to be so good. Charity is bringing fresh voices, more real-life motherhood conversations, and experts who don't just talk at you—but actually get it. So don't go anywhere. Seriously. ✨ In this episode, we cover: Why stepping back was the right (but hard) call The invisible workload of podcasting Motherhood, business, and choosing your capacity What's next for the show (and why you'll want to stick around) And as always—call your mom friends. You're gonna want to talk about this one. 🎧 Got a story? Leave us a voicemail. We might just play it on the show. Leave us a voicemail: Click Here! Find us on Instagram: @call.your.mom.friends.podcast And connect with us individually: Charity Spears | Cocoon to Bloom → @cocoon_to_bloom | cocoontobloom.com Lauren Murdock | Faith > Fear Birth™ → @labor.lauren | laborlauren.com Amey Fields | AZ Breastfed Babies → @az.breastfedbabies | azbreastfedbabies.com Bump To Baby AZ → @bumptobaby.az | bumptobabyaz.com Mentioned on the Pod:  The Cocoon Method™

    18 min
  8. Episode 30: The Reality of Returning to Work After a Baby (No One Talks About This)

    MAR 26

    Episode 30: The Reality of Returning to Work After a Baby (No One Talks About This)

    STOP SCROLLING—because no one warned you how brutal going back to work after baby actually feels. You plan for birth. You build the registry. You take the classes. But no one prepares you for the moment maternity leave ends—and suddenly you're expected to be a fully functioning employee while your heart is still at home with your baby. 😵‍💫 In this raw, mom-to-mom episode of Call Your Mom Friends, we're getting real about the transition nobody talks about enough: returning to work postpartum. Whether you're heading back to a hospital shift, logging in from your kitchen floor with a baby in your lap, or realizing "working from home" still means… working (and figuring out childcare 😅), this conversation is for you. We're diving into: ✨ The emotional whiplash of leaving your baby (even when you love your job) ✨ The mental load of pumping, bottle prep, childcare logistics, and workplace convos ✨ Why "maternity leave = a break" is the biggest lie ever told ✨ The reality of short U.S. maternity leave vs. other countries (and why it matters) ✨ Work-from-home myths that sound dreamy but hit different in real life ✨ Setting boundaries, shifting careers, and redefining what "balance" even means now ✨ The truth about maternal mental health—and why the system isn't supporting moms Plus, we're sharing personal stories—from quitting jobs on the spot to pumping during 12-hour shifts—and the honest, messy, emotional in-between that every working mom experiences but rarely says out loud. If you've ever Googled "how to go back to work after having a baby," "pumping at work laws," "postpartum return to work anxiety," or "how moms balance work and newborn life"—this episode is basically your group chat in podcast form. 🎧 Hit play if you need validation, real talk, and a reminder that you're not the only one figuring this out as you go. And hey—send this to a mom friend who's counting down (or dreading) that return-to-work date. She'll thank you. 💛 Resources Mentioned in This Episode From Bump To Boob: Prenatal Breastfeeding E-Class Your must have guide to the first week of breastfeeding. To get access to the video, click here: Online Prenatal Breastfeeding Class Ceres Chill: The Breastmilk Storage Gamechanger   🎧 Got a story? Leave us a voicemail. We might just play it on the show. Leave us a voicemail: Click Here! Find us on Instagram: @call.your.mom.friends.podcast And connect with us individually: Charity Spears | Cocoon to Bloom → @cocoon_to_bloom | cocoontobloom.com Lauren Murdock | Faith > Fear Birth™ → @labor.lauren | laborlauren.com Amey Fields | AZ Breastfed Babies → @az.breastfedbabies | azbreastfedbabies.com Bump To Baby AZ → @bumptobaby.az | bumptobabyaz.com

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🎙️Call Your Mom Friends The podcast that feels like a voice note from your best friend who also happens to know why your baby won't stop arching. Motherhood is beautiful. But also? It's messy, exhausting, lonely, and sometimes you're rage-cleaning the kitchen at 9pm while your partner asks "what's wrong" from the couch. Nothing. Everything. Each week I sit down with a guest who gets it. Practitioners, moms in the thick of it, and people doing the real work of showing up for families. We talk about the stuff no one warned you about, and all the moments that made us laugh. Postpartum anxiety, birth stories, identity loss, why your toddler is basically a feral dictator with no term limits, why your eight year old suddenly has the attitude of a teenager, and why none of it makes you broken. If you've ever cried in the shower, Googled something unhinged at 2am, or locked yourself in the bathroom just to eat a granola bar in peace, pull up a chair. You're home.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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  • Creator
    Charity Spears
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Call Your Mom Friends

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