That Mom

That Mom
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That Mom is the podcast for mothers who are done living on autopilot. If you’ve ever looked at your life and thought, “I love my kids… but this can’t be all there is,” you’re in the right place. This isn’t another space telling you how to be a better mom. It’s a space that helps you live a better life. Here, we talk honestly about what motherhood actually feels like—the joy, the overwhelm, the identity shifts, the invisible load—and how to build a life that feels more intentional, more aligned, and more like you again. You’ll hear real conversations with experts, thinkers, and mothers who are reimagining what it means to thrive—not by doing more, but by choosing differently. We explore practical tools, mindset shifts, and honest stories that help you reconnect with yourself in the middle of everyday life. Because motherhood shouldn’t mean disappearing. It should mean expanding into a life that feels full of meaning, joy, and honesty. If you’re ready to stop living by “shoulds” and start building a life you actually want to wake up to—hit subscribe and come be part of this with us.

  1. 1d ago

    The Self-Care Mistake That's Leaving Moms Burned Out

    If you've ever felt like you're constantly taking care of everyone else while quietly running on empty yourself—this conversation is for you. Not because you're doing motherhood wrong. Not because you need to try harder. But because somewhere along the way, many mothers learn to ignore their own needs while becoming experts at caring for everyone else's. In this episode, therapist, yoga teacher, and wellness expert Jessica Spaman shares a radically different definition of self-care—one that has nothing to do with spa days and everything to do with learning to listen to yourself again. Together, we explore why so many mothers feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and burned out, how perfectionism and people-pleasing show up in motherhood, and why understanding your emotions may be one of the most important gifts you can give both yourself and your children. This conversation isn't about adding another thing to your to-do list. It's about slowing down long enough to ask what you need, what you want, and how you can create a life that feels more aligned with who you are. What We Cover:• Why many mothers are experiencing a loneliness epidemic • How busyness keeps us disconnected from ourselves • The surprising link between perfectionism and shame • Why people-pleasing often begins long before motherhood • Jessica's powerful redefinition of self-care • The three questions every mom should ask herself daily • Why emotions live in the body—not just the mind • How to model healthy self-care for your children • Why prioritizing yourself isn't selfish—it's essential About the Guest:Jessica Spaman is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, therapist, yoga teacher, personal trainer, and founder of Emotions in Motion Wellness. Through therapy, retreats, workshops, and community programming, she helps women reconnect with themselves, prioritize their well-being, and build lives rooted in greater alignment, connection, and self-compassion. Links + Resources:Connect with Jessica on InstagramVisit Emotions in Motion WellnessFollow ThatMom: InstagramJoin the ThatMom Community: EMAILLearn more: That Mom WebsiteMaria's Style Pick:One thing helping me simplify life as a working mom? Renting instead of buying. This episode's outfit is from Rent the Runway. Try it here with 50% off If this episode resonated, share it with a mom who has been carrying too much for too long. And if you're enjoying these conversations, follow That Mom for more thoughtful discussions about motherhood, identity, ambition, happiness, emotional well-being, and building a life that feels aligned with what matters most.

    39 min

  2. 6d ago

    Living on Autopilot? How to Find More Joy in Motherhood

    If you've ever looked around at your life and thought, "How did I get here?"—this conversation is for you.Not because your life is bad. Not because you've failed. But because somewhere between work, motherhood, responsibilities, and caring for everyone else, it's easy to lose touch with yourself. In this episode, development coach Charlotte Kovacs shares why so many women find themselves living on autopilot—and how small moments of intentionality can help us reconnect with what brings us joy, energy, and fulfillment. This conversation isn't about overhauling your life or adding another thing to your to-do list. It's about quieting the noise, questioning the "shoulds," and creating space to become more intentional about how you spend your time, energy, and attention. What We Cover: • Why so many mothers feel like they're living on autopilot • The hidden "shoulds" that shape our decisions and steal our joy • How to trust yourself in a world full of parenting advice and expectations • Why balance isn't about doing everything equally • The difference between obligation and genuine alignment • How to identify what truly gives you energy • A simple practice for checking in with yourself throughout different seasons of life • Why joy doesn't have to be big to be meaningful • The role of creativity, nature, and reflection in a fulfilling life • How to stop following someone else's rules and start choosing intentionally About the Guest: Charlotte Kovacs is a development coach who helps people grow into the person they are truly meant to be. Blending life and career coaching, she works with clients to uncover limiting beliefs, reconnect with their values, and create lives that feel more aligned, purposeful, and fulfilling. She is the founder of Kovacs Coaching and creator of the Eyes on the Stars, Feet on the Ground coaching program. Links + Resources: Connect with Charlotte on LinkedInSubscribe to Charlotte's NewsletterFollow ThatMom: InstagramJoin the ThatMom Community: EMAILLearn more: That Mom Website Maria's Style Picks: One thing helping me simplify life as a working mom? Renting instead of buying. This episode's outfit is from Rent the Runway. Try it here with 50% off And if you're enjoying these conversations, follow That Mom for more thoughtful discussions about motherhood, identity, ambition, happiness, emotional well-being, and building a life that feels aligned with what matters most.

    40 min

  3. Jun 1

    Money Isn't Scary: What Every Mom Needs to Know

    If you've ever felt overwhelmed, intimidated, or even ashamed when it comes to money, this conversation will help you see financial confidence in a completely different way. In this episode, financial planner and podcast host Megan Dwyer shares why money feels so emotional for so many women—and how understanding your finances can become a powerful tool for reducing anxiety, increasing confidence, and creating a more intentional life. This conversation isn't about spreadsheets or perfection. It's about understanding the beliefs, emotions, and cultural messages that shape our relationship with money—and learning how to make financial decisions from a place of confidence rather than fear. What We Cover:Why so many successful women still feel anxious about moneyThe hidden beliefs about money we inherit from childhoodHow motherhood changes our relationship with financial controlWhy women often avoid financial conversationsThe connection between self-worth, shame, and spendingPractical first steps for understanding your financesHow to align spending with your values and goalsWhy financial confidence is about awareness—not perfectionThe role of self-compassion in building a healthier relationship with moneyAbout the Guest:Megan Dwyer is a Certified Financial Planner with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate financial decisions with greater confidence and clarity. She is the host of the podcast Money Isn't Scary, where she explores the emotional side of money and helps women build healthier relationships with their finances. Links + Resources:Listen to Money Isn't ScaryConnect with Megan on InstagramFollow ThatMom: InstagramJoin the ThatMom Community: EMAILLearn more: That Mom Website If this episode resonated, share it with a woman who has ever felt overwhelmed, intimidated, or alone in her financial journey. And if you're enjoying these conversations, follow That Mom for more thoughtful discussions about motherhood, identity, ambition, emotional well-being, and building a life that feels aligned with what matters most.

    35 min

  4. May 27

    Building a More Peaceful Motherhood Through Small Daily Rituals

    If motherhood has started to feel more like survival than joy, this conversation offers a gentler, more sustainable way forward. In this episode, holistic health expert Derenda Jeffrey shares thoughtful insights on emotional well-being, perfectionism, nervous system health, gratitude, and the small daily practices that help mothers feel more grounded, energized, and emotionally supported. This conversation isn’t about becoming a “better” mom. It’s about learning how to care for yourself with more grace inside the very real demands of modern motherhood. What We Cover:Why emotional health impacts physical health more than we realizeThe connection between perfectionism, stress, and exhaustionHow comparison culture affects mothers emotionallyThe science and psychology behind gratitude practicesFlexible morning routines for busy moms with limited timeSmall, sacred moments that help create a more meaningful lifeAbout the Guest:Derenda Jeffrey is a holistic health expert and wellness coach with nearly four decades of experience helping people improve their well-being through nutrition, emotional awareness, energy work, lifestyle shifts, and intentional living. Her work focuses on helping women create healthier, more grounded lives from the inside out. Links + Resources:Connect with Derenda Jeffrey OnlineFollow ThatMom: InstagramJoin the ThatMom Community: EMAILLearn more: That Mom Website If this episode resonated, share it with a mother who’s feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stretched thin, or stuck trying to do everything perfectly. And if you’re enjoying these conversations, follow That Mom for more thoughtful discussions on motherhood, emotional well-being, identity, ambition, and building a life that feels good to live.

    43 min

  5. May 25

    How High-Achieving Moms Can Create a Life They Actually Enjoy

    If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly managing everyone else’s needs while slowly losing connection to yourself, this conversation will help you rethink what it actually means to build a sustainable life. In this episode, leadership and burnout coach Laurel Boivin shares practical insights on capacity, emotional regulation, perfectionism, and why so many high-achieving women end up stuck in cycles of overwhelm. This conversation isn’t about adding more to your plate. It’s about learning how to create more ease, intention, and energy within the life you already have. What We Cover: Why “capacity” matters more than productivityThe hidden energy drains keeping moms overwhelmedHow perfectionism increases emotional exhaustionThe connection between nervous system regulation and motherhoodHow to make decisions using your core valuesSmall shifts that create more ease in daily lifeThe difference between rest and true restorationWhy slowing down can actually make life feel more manageable About the Guest: Laurel Boivin is a leadership and burnout coach who helps women build sustainable lives through emotional regulation, nervous system awareness, intentional leadership, and practical systems that reduce overwhelm. Links + Resources: Follow Laurel: Instagram + LinkedInListen to Laurel's Podcast or Book a CallFollow ThatMom: InstagramJoin the ThatMom Community: EMAILLearn more: That Mom Website If this episode resonated, share it with a mother who’s tired of living in constant survival mode. And if you’re enjoying these conversations, follow That Mom for more thoughtful discussions on motherhood, identity, ambition, and building a life you actually want to live.

    45 min

  6. May 20

    The Science of Motherhood Explained

    Becoming a mother changes far more than your schedule. It changes your brain, your nervous system, your identity, your relationships, and the way you move through the world. In this episode, I sit down with El Fort of Mindful Healing Mama to talk about the invisible transition women go through when they become mothers. El introduces the concept of matrescence—the developmental transition into motherhood—and explains the science behind why motherhood can feel so emotionally, physically, and psychologically destabilizing. IIf you’ve ever felt… disconnected from yourself after becoming a momoverwhelmed by emotions you didn’t expect in motherhoodlike you should have “bounced back” by nowunsure why motherhood feels so physically and emotionally intenselike your identity shifted and no one warned youIn this conversation, we explore:what matrescence reveals about the transformation into motherhoodhow pregnancy and postpartum reshape the brain and nervous systemwhy high-achieving women often experience identity disruption after birthhow stress and regulation patterns are transmitted between parent and childthe science behind why “bouncing back” is not biologically accuratesmall, practical ways mothers can begin restoring regulation and groundingAbout the Guest:Elle Fort is a mindfulness educator, motherhood advocate, and nervous system practitioner who helps mothers regulate stress, reconnect with themselves, and break generational patterns through somatic healing and nervous system support. Links + Resources:Elle’s Website: Mindful Healing MamaFollow Elle: Instagram @mindfulhealingmamaFollow ThatMom: InstagramJoin the ThatMom Community: EMAILLearn more: That Mom Website If this episode validated you, share it with a mom who needs it too. And if you’re loving these conversations, follow the show so you never miss an episode of That Mom.

    43 min

  7. May 18

    What 1,000 Women Taught Me about Success & Motherhood with Candy O'Terry

    If you’ve ever felt like motherhood put your dreams on pause, this conversation will remind you that your story is still unfolding—and that success can grow alongside motherhood, not after it. In this deeply inspiring conversation, legendary Boston radio personality and storyteller Candy O'Terry shares what interviewing nearly 1,000 women has taught her about ambition, motherhood, resilience, joy, and living up to your potential. From raising her children as a single mom while working overnight radio shifts, to interviewing icons like Mariah Carey, Candy brings wisdom, warmth, and unforgettable stories to this conversation. What We Cover:Why motherhood has “chapters”—and how to embrace each seasonWhat Candy learned raising children while building a major radio careerThe power of having just one person believe in youWhy relationships are everything in both life and careerWhat nearly 1,000 women taught Candy about successWhy women often underestimate themselvesThe importance of resilience for both moms and childrenHow adversity can become a powerful teacherCandy’s favorite interviews—including Mariah Carey and the heartbreaking story of Maggie BishThe lesson behind Candy’s “Rose Lady from Boston” storyWhy success takes time—and why humility mattersThe joy found in striving toward your potentialWhat it means to “slow down to the speed of joy”About the Guest:Candy O'Terry is an award-winning broadcaster, singer, author, and host of the podcast The Story Behind Her Success. Over the course of her career, she has interviewed nearly 1,000 women, sharing stories of resilience, leadership, creativity, and transformation. Key Insight:“Motherhood has chapters too.” Candy’s story is a reminder that success and motherhood are not competing identities. They evolve together. Joy can coexist with struggle. Resilience can be taught. And sometimes the climb itself—not just the destination—is where the meaning lives. Links + Resources:Candy O'Terry WebsiteListen to The Story Behind Her SuccessCandy’s MusicNelson’s Garden Books: Instagram + AmazonFollow Candy on InstagramFollow ThatMom: InstagramJoin the ThatMom Community: EMAILLearn more: That Mom Website If this episode encouraged you, share it with a mom who needs the reminder that she is not behind—and that every chapter of motherhood holds meaning. And if you’re loving these conversations, follow the show so you never miss an episode of That Mom.

    35 min

  8. May 13

    Why Moms Belong in the AI Conversation Now

    You might feel overwhelmed by AI—but avoiding it may be riskier than learning it. Right now, AI is changing the way we work, communicate, parent, and make decisions. And while many women are still hesitant to engage with it, the people learning how to use these tools today are helping shape the future for everyone else. If you’ve ever thought: “AI feels intimidating.” “Is this something I actually need to understand?” — this episode is for you. Because this isn’t just about technology. It’s about protecting your future, reclaiming your time, and making sure moms have a voice in the conversations shaping the next generation. In this episode, I sit down with Shreya Gulati, founder of Moms Build AI, to break down what AI actually means for moms—and why learning to use it now could become one of the biggest advantages for your family, career, and everyday life. What We Cover: Why women and moms are adopting AI more slowly than menThe career risks of ignoring AI as workplaces rapidly changeThe shocking statistic about how much code AI is already writingWhy prompt engineering is becoming a critical modern skillBeginner-friendly ways to start using ChatGPT and ClaudePractical AI tools for simplifying mom lifeUsing AI for planning, organization, communication, and mental loadGuardrails for kids using AI at home and in schoolHow to raise critical thinkers in an AI-driven worldWhy moms deserve a seat at the table shaping the future of AI About the Guest: Shreya Gulati is the founder of Moms Build AI, a platform helping moms understand, use, and build with AI in practical, approachable ways. Through education, resources, and community, she empowers women to confidently navigate the rapidly changing future of technology and work. Links + Resources: Moms Build AI: InstagramMoms Build AI FREE Resources: WebsiteFollow ThatMom: InstagramJoin the ThatMom Community: EMAILLearn more: That Mom Website If this episode resonated, send it to a mom who’s curious about AI—but doesn’t know where to start—and follow the show so you don’t miss what’s coming next.

    47 min
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That Mom is the podcast for mothers who are done living on autopilot. If you’ve ever looked at your life and thought, “I love my kids… but this can’t be all there is,” you’re in the right place. This isn’t another space telling you how to be a better mom. It’s a space that helps you live a better life. Here, we talk honestly about what motherhood actually feels like—the joy, the overwhelm, the identity shifts, the invisible load—and how to build a life that feels more intentional, more aligned, and more like you again. You’ll hear real conversations with experts, thinkers, and mothers who are reimagining what it means to thrive—not by doing more, but by choosing differently. We explore practical tools, mindset shifts, and honest stories that help you reconnect with yourself in the middle of everyday life. Because motherhood shouldn’t mean disappearing. It should mean expanding into a life that feels full of meaning, joy, and honesty. If you’re ready to stop living by “shoulds” and start building a life you actually want to wake up to—hit subscribe and come be part of this with us.

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