20 episodes

Alix Brown, The Name Mentor, sits with a cup of coffee and breaks down the naming process, and speaks to the dilemmas she's helped navigate over the last 10+ years as a name consultant.

She is the 1st Name Regret Coach and the author of the First Name Regret Guidebook. She has helped thousands of women find peace in their naming process. As an author, name mentor, and a mother herself, Alix spends her time working to uplift and empower mothers.

"I came for the names, and stayed for the mothers."

The Name Pros Show Alix Brown

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.9 • 11 Ratings

Alix Brown, The Name Mentor, sits with a cup of coffee and breaks down the naming process, and speaks to the dilemmas she's helped navigate over the last 10+ years as a name consultant.

She is the 1st Name Regret Coach and the author of the First Name Regret Guidebook. She has helped thousands of women find peace in their naming process. As an author, name mentor, and a mother herself, Alix spends her time working to uplift and empower mothers.

"I came for the names, and stayed for the mothers."

    Episode 20: A Name is a Brand

    Episode 20: A Name is a Brand

    A conversation of names being brands with Taylor @whatsinababyname. 

    What is a brand? It's the feeling you get when you hear the name of something. Nike, Etsy...2 very different feelings.  

    Now parlay that into humans. A name comes with a feeling...that's why we give it. And certainly, it only takes one person to change the brand/emotional response of a name.


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    • 40 min
    Episode 19: Modern "Puritan" Names

    Episode 19: Modern "Puritan" Names

    Virtue/Symbolism, and the beautiful rebellion of a new trend that is happening. 

    In this episode, Taylor the Baby Name Doula and I unpack what a modern Puritan name is. We are living in a post-pandemic world, and baby names have taken on a whole new curve. Grab a cup of coffee or tea, and dive in with us.


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    • 45 min
    Episode 18: NAME REGRET & Postpartum Name Depression

    Episode 18: NAME REGRET & Postpartum Name Depression

    What actually matters the most when naming a baby?

    Name Regret/Remorse... How do you find your way out of it, and is it normal? 

    Between 10% and 20% of parents regret their baby's name. It's all over the news right now, as Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott announced they are changing their son's name.

    As the Name Mentor, I've helped thousands of women with name dilemmas. Tune in to hear my take on what to do when you're anxious about your child's name.

    Episode Notes:

    Name List Worksheets "Litmus Test"

    My baby name book on Amazon

    The Name Mentor on Instagram


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    • 26 min
    Episode 17: Signs of SUICIDE and How To Help

    Episode 17: Signs of SUICIDE and How To Help

    *trigger warning
    My cousin Jenn knows firsthand what the affects of suicide look like. All that she's learned firsthand and through her own journey of support, she's now dedicated her life for prevention and postvention. Right now, Jenn works as a Program Specialist for School Care Team, is a speaker for RESPECT Team, and the head facilitator for We The Living.
    Mental health is a part of your body. We need to talk about it, and Jenn gives us some amazing tools to see when someone you love is struggling, and how exactly you can help.
    If you are having thoughts of taking your life, reach out for support. We love you. You matter. Your thoughts and how you feel need love and support. 
    Call 800-273-8255 or 1-800-273-talk
    https://qprinstitute.com/
    www.wethelivingfw.org and https://www.facebook.com/wethelivingfw/
    www.afsp.org
    https://www.facebook.com/Schoolcareteam/
    https://www.respectteam.com/
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kb24RrHIbFk
    https://mantherapy.org/

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    • 31 min
    Episode 16: Empowering Women Through Childbirth, Healthcare & Acknowledging Trauma

    Episode 16: Empowering Women Through Childbirth, Healthcare & Acknowledging Trauma

    Taylor Humphrey, the TikTok famous baby namer, has an incredible and deep conversation with me about what it's like to truly help people on a deep level. We talk baby names but also what it's like being a doula and what she's learned from trauma.  

    Follow Taylor on Instagram and TikTok

    #namementor


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    • 1 hr 15 min
    Episode 15: Preference Does Not Spell No

    Episode 15: Preference Does Not Spell No

    Do you feel like baby names becomes a frustrating YES/NO checklist?

    On this episode, I dive in to that pinnacle feeling of frustration and what to do about it.

    For the name worksheets discussed in the episode, click here.


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    • 16 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

Cal sing ,

I NEEDED THIS

The adult name change episode was exactly what I needed. I’m struggling so much with my name. Have been for… forever. But I felt super alone in that struggle. Listening to this episode seriously felt like a hug. Thank you so much for validating my feelings and giving the guidance I needed.

Mila_XOXO ,

Love it!

Stumbled across Alix’s insta and have fallen in love with this podcast!

DrKealy ,

Left me breathless

I stumbled on Alix’s IG through some very amazing people I follow. Then I found her podcast and I thought I would give it a try. I didn’t know what I was expecting, but all I can say is wow. Her explanation of why naming your child a Jr or 3rd is a great thing and not something we just settle for was incredible. We are in charge of changing the perception of that name. We make it our own. I too wish I had my grandmother’s name attached to me so I can remember her every moment when my name is said. I can’t wait to listen more. Thank you Alix for you and I can’t wait to drink coffee with you again!

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