The Mamahood Podcast
By Droubay Media
Spoken and written words of encouragement. Helping you feel at HOME in Motherhood. The podcast for day to day moms in the “trenches”- where you can feel seen and understood, no matter what! Motherhood is beautiful, challenging, valuable, and worthy.
The Mamahood PodcastDec 18, 2019
Episode 79: Minimalism in Motherhood! with Diane Boden
We are honored this week to be joined by Diane Boden! A minimalist, nature-loving mama, fellow podcaster and friend! (@mininalistmomspodcast)
Diane was a joy to chat with about simplifying our motherhood, and focusing on what matters most with our kids. We hope you enjoy this episode as you look for ways to soak in your motherhood and cut out some of the noise!
You can find Diane on Instagram: @mininalistmomspodcast and wherever you get your podcasts under Minimalist Moms Podcast- for more amazing inspiration and encouragement!
Come find us on Instagram too: @the.mamahood
If you enjoyed today’s episode, please scroll down and leave us a review so we can reach more mamas like you!
Episode 78: Living the DREAM; with Bri Pretrarca: business owner & magic mama!
This episode is darling and dreamy, inspiring and touching all at the same time. We are honored to welcome an adorable, adventurous mama of 3! Business Designer & Owner, and Disney enthusiast: Bri Pretrarca (@darlingdreamco) We were so very inspired by Bri’s vision and determination, leaving a teaching career behind to pursue her literal DREAM of designing magical clothing & selling it- eventually making a really good living off of it, and doing it out of her home WHILE mothering three young boys! We are inspired by Bri’s family, who dedicate their lives to shining bright and working together to bring magic to others! Bri is also a Disney enthusiast and we had a fun chat about doing Disneyland with toddlers, and some of her Disneyland faves at the end! You can find Bri on Instagram: @darlingdreamco for all of the amazing items she has for sale in her shop- and a lot of Disney magic! Go find her and follow along! Come find us on Instagram too: @the.mamahood If you enjoyed today’s episode, please scroll down and leave us a review so we can reach more mamas like you!
Episode 77: Blissful Disney Moments with Bridget Waldman
This episode is JOY. We are continuing our little Disneyland series with Disney Mama: Bridget Waldman (@californiadisneybliss)
This might have been the most I’ve smiled during an episode, because it was just so FUN! Not only is Bridget a wealth of knowledge when it comes to spending Disneyland days with your kiddos, but she sees the magic and savors the moments everywhere and everyday!
We know this episode will give you the tools in your pocket you need to enjoy Disneyland with your littles, but ALSO it will warm your heart up and keep you company in the BEST way!
You can find Bridget on Instagram: @californiadisneybliss for all of the Disneyland inside scoop and joy!
Go find her and follow along!
Come find us on Instagram too: @the.mamahood
If you enjoyed today’s episode, please scroll down and leave us a review so we can reach more mamas like you!
Episode 76: Chasing Magic in Motherhood with Lindsay Pettit!
Welcome back! We apologize for our little hiatus! We are starting back up with an amazing episode for you all, with special guest and Disney Mama: Lindsay Pettit (@chasingmagicdaily)
After expediting a great loss in her life, Lindsay found joy and meaning in bonding with her children at the happiest place on earth- and her story is so touching!
Not only is Lindsay an expert on doing Disneyland with toddlers (and giving massively good advice in today’s episode!) but she’s also just a MAGICAL MAMA in every sense of the word- always looking for ways to create memories and magic for her babies.
We know you will love this heart-warming and uplifting episode of The Mamahood Podcast today!
You can find Lindsay on Instagram: @chasingmagicdaily and on YouTube under Chasing Magic Daily as well!
Go find her and follow along for all the magic!
Come find us on Instagram too: @the.mamahood
If you enjoyed today’s episode, please scroll down and leave us a review so we can reach more mamas like you!
Episode 75: What to do with the Witching Hour! (with Rachel Benson)
You know those hours between 3-5 pm? Where the kids are jumping off the walls, and you’ve already used up every idea you’ve got, and it’s too late for a nap and too early for dinner?
You know how you always text your husband and say “How much longer until you’re home??”
Well if you’ve experienced what we’d like to call “the witching hour” then this episode is for you!
We are joined once again by special guest, Rachel Benson (The Mom Mindset Show) to give you some advice, tips & mindset shifts to get you through that troublesome witching hour as a mom of young kids!
We hope you love this episode and scroll down to leave a review if you do!
You can find Rachel on The Mom Mindset show wherever you get your podcasts, or at www.mom-mindset.com for all of her amazing content for moms looking to create a healthier mindset in their day to day!
Come find us:
@the.mamahood
on Instagram!
Happy listening!
Episode 74: The Happiest Kids on Earth (with a special guest!)
Hello and welcome back! We are SO honored and excited to have Maren’s husband, Dallin Droubay, on the show today as the two of us chat about our philosophy on raising our little ones with a lot of magic & fun at Disneyland!
We will be sharing our best hot tips and magic moments, as well as talking about our new business & product for Disneyland: Park Packs!
We hope you enjoy this light hearted and magical episode, full of banter and laughs!
This episode is sponsored by:
Park Packs by @happiestkidsonearth - the perfect little bag for your kids to use at Disneyland or elsewhere!
Buy your Park Packs and homemade collectible pins by visiting www.getparkpacks.com and used code: MAMA10 for a discount!
Come find Dallin & MAREN’S Disneyland content on Instagram: @happiestkidsonearth
And then come connect with us at:
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
Episode 73: Things we’re GIVING UP ON. Yep, you read that right!
Sometimes as a mom, you add and add and add until you’re so overwhelmed with all the things you need to do and all the things you need to be. Well today, Aubrey & Maren are letting some stuff GO!
We will be chatting about all the little things we are GIVING UP - from dressing our kids cute to “putting our house to bed”- we are giving ourselves AND YOU- permission to drop some things off your plate as a mom.
You don’t have to do it all!
If you love this episode, scroll down and leave us a review, and come find us on Instagram:
@the.mamahood
@aubreygrossen
@marendroubay
Today’s episode is sponsored by ARISE! A conference for moms, hosted by Anya!
Arise! is happening on JUNE 20-21, 2023!
Come and meet other moms and take some time to feel refreshed and lighter!
Use code MAMA for 10% off your ticket!
www.anewyouagain.com to book!
Or come find Arise! On Instagram at @ariseconferenceofficial
Episode 72: We’re all just Regular Moms! (With the Minivan Mamas!)
We’re back with diet cokes in hand, lots of laughs & a slew of “regular mom” topics today with special guests, Alexa Zurcher and Cherish Payne from The Minivan Mamas Podcast!
This episode will be a relaxed chat with us- your mom friends! So press play while you fold some laundry today and enjoy!
You can find The Minivan Mamas Podcast wherever you get your podcast!
You can also find them on Instagram here:
@minivanmamas
@petiteandneat
@alexazurcher
@pippipost.shop
Come find US on Instagram too!
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
And if you loved todays episode, please scroll down and leave a review so others can find us!
Cheers!!
Episode 71: Simplify your Motherhood: with Rachel Benson
Today’s episode is SUCH a gift. We are joined by Rachel Benson (The Mom Mindset Show) and chatting all things ‘simplification’ in motherhood.
More joy in your motherhood can be found, as you simplify your expectations, your home, your routines, and your overall mindset!
Todays episode will leave you uplifted - we promise!
Rachel Benson is experienced, wise, and a mother of SIX grown-up children. Every word that comes out of her mouth is pure gold!
So turn up the volume and enjoy!
You can find Rachel Benson here:
The Mom Mindset Show (podcast)
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mom-mindset-show/id1667951416
Her website + coaching:
http://mom-mindset.com
Don’t forget to grab your free Ebook here:
http://mom-mindset.com/book
Todays episode is sponsored by Coconut Cleaners! Visit https://m.coconutcleaningco.com/?fbclid=PAAaaMgqMyTJcLy6t7vTznHFAyi20qGW8gGZGTmNERRVdZe1nhEOamXMxsxwE
And use code: MAREN50 for 50% off your cleaning of floors, rugs or furniture in your home!
Come find us on Instagram:
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
Episode 70: Aubrey & Maren Tell All! (Answering your questions!)
AUBMARE is back to answer some of the questions you sent in! And there is no holding back!
In this episode we cover everything under the sun, including:
•Homeschool!
•Marriage during Mental Lows!
•How to not hate playing with your kids!
•Mom Shaming!
•Helping our kids & ourselves through anxiety!
•Careers & Motherhood!
•Dating your husband!
•Breastfeeding + Weening!
•Motherhood & More!
We hope you enjoy this episode and let us know what you think by coming and finding us on Instagram!
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@aubreygrossen
@anewyouagain
This episode is sponsored by:
•ANYA!
Anya is a program for mamas who need community & a little extra help mentally! You can get a discount on your ticket to the upcoming ARISE conference- where you can connect with other mamas, hear inspiring speakers, and get practical advice for feeling renewed in motherhood!
Head to this link & use code: MAMA for a discount!
https://www.anewyouagain.com/events-f91cb18a-1769-4dce-b0b5-0aed24fc4080
•The Utah Fits All initiative!
This is an initiative that will create a scholarship for families who need something extra for their children academically! You can learn more and get involved by visiting www.utahfitsall.com
Episode 69: Let’s talk about PREnatal depression, mamas!
Welcome back! In this episode of the Mamahood Podcast, Maren and Rachelle are sitting down to discuss Prenatal depression. You’ve heard of post-partum, but what happens when you hit a mental low when you’re pregnant? Rachelle will share her story, and we will talk about this common, yet forgotten battle that so many mamas face.
We will also share our favorite ways to entertain toddlers, must-have toys, games and books we love, go-to meals for our families, mom hacks that have changed our lives and favorite shows & podcasts we’ve been loving.
AKA- a little of everything! Enjoy!
Come find us on Instagram:
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@chellevalenz
Todays episode is sponsored by:
The Utah Fits All initiative!
To get involved with this initiative for helping families reclaim school choice, or send your own letter of support for this initiative, please visit: www.utahfitsall.com
ClutterBGone!
Go find them on Instagram @clutterbgone and message them to schedule! Use code: MAMAHOOD10 when scheduling - or mention this episode for 10% off the best clutter removal ever!
Episode 68: When you feel lost in Motherhood
Hello Mamas! In this episode, Maren and Natalie discuss finding your identity as a mother.
Natalie shares her experience of feeling lost in her identity when becoming a mom, but how she found ways to reclaim it!
We will talk self-care, hobbies and interests, and embracing the transformation that comes with motherhood.
There are different seasons of motherhood, and it's okay to prioritize our own needs without guilt or comparison. Tune in to hear the rest of this amazing discussion!
Come find us on Instagram!
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@nataliegubler
Todays episode is sponsored by:
The Utah Fits All initiative!
To get involved with this initiative for helping families reclaim school choice, or send your own letter of support for this initiative, please visit: www.utahfitsall.com
ClutterBGone!
Go find them on Instagram @clutterbgone and message them to schedule! Use code: MAMAHOOD10 when scheduling - or mention this episode for 10% off the best clutter removal ever!
(Episode Replay): Being a More Gentle Mother
Hello! We are back! With one of our most favorite topics: gentle motherhood!
Did you know that most of how we feel about ourselves and our value in the world is formed before the age of 5? When we heard that statistic, we both wanted to do what we could to positively impact our children during these crucial years!
We know it’s not easy to always be a patient or gentle mommy, but we want to share why it’s important to us and how we go about this on a daily basis! Let’s all work on it together!
If you want to shoot Maren some questions, you can find her on Instagram @marendroubay, we also recommend researching Gentle Motherhood online as you can find tons of good resources!
CONNECT:
Come connect with us and let us know what you thought of the episode by leaving us a review, or finding us here:
Instagram: @the.mamahood
Email: themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com
Episode 66: The Little Things we do to help our kids feel at home
Hello & Happy New Year! We are happy to be back, sharing episodes with you.
This is a light-hearted and heart-warming episode where Maren & Eden sit down to talk about all those little things we do with and for our kids- to make HOME a safe, happy, and comfortable place for them.
Whether it’s a tiny bedtime or morning ritual, throwing towels in the dryer after bath-time, or another easy daily practice - we are always looking for ways to make home a happy place.
We hope you enjoy this episode!
Share it with your friends, or leave us a review if you loved it!
Come find us on Instagram!
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@loverlees
We are supported by the Utah Fits All bill that is being proposed to support families and children with all different types of educational needs.
Visit www.utahfitsall.com to learn more and get involved!
Todays sponsors:
Perk Energy!
Use this link to order your Perk and a 10% discount will be automatically applied at check out:
ClutterBGone!
Go find them on Instagram @clutterbgone and message them to schedule! Use code: MAMAHOOD10 when scheduling - or mention this episode for 10% off the best clutter removal ever!
Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel!
Use this link to book, and enter code: 1000022077 - In the corporate code spot at check out for 15% off your stay for your next trip to Disneyland!
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Episode 65: Why your kids should be your best friends!
Join Maren & Rachelle in a really fun and enlightening discussion this week about becoming FRIENDS with your kids-
Why it’s important, ways to do it, and our personal experiences with how this has changed our motherhood for the better!
This episode is chalk full of unexpected and helpful insights - and as always- lots of laughs!
We love you, mamas! Tune in every Thursday for new episodes of The Mamahood Podcast!
Come find us on Instagram:
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@chellevalenz
Todays sponsors:
Perk Energy!
Use this link to order your Perk and a 10% discount will be automatically applied at check out:
ClutterBGone!
Go find them on Instagram @clutterbgone and message them to schedule! Use code: MAMAHOOD10 when scheduling - or mention this episode for 10% off the best clutter removal ever!
Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel!
Use this link to book, and enter code: 1000022077 - In the corporate code spot at check out for 15% off your stay for your next trip to Disneyland!
https://www.hojoanaheim.com/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=the.mamahood
Episode 64: Finding a Home in Motherhood
Oh heeey! We’re back and strong as ever - ready to talk about Motherhood, and how to truly feel at HOME in your role as a mom!
Join Maren and Eden in a discussion full of feeling, AND practical tips to help you remember that motherhood isn’t something to be “suffered through” or “endured”- you can actually feel at home in this role. Listen to hear how we’ve reached this conclusion- and how to stay here.
We love you, mamas! Tune in every Thursday for new episodes of The Mamahood Podcast!
Come find us on Instagram:
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@loverlees
Todays sponsors:
Perk Energy!
Go to www.perkenergy.com and use code MAMAHOOD for 10% off!
ClutterBGone!
Go find them on Instagram @clutterbgone and message them to schedule! Use code: MAMAHOOD10 when scheduling - or mention this episode for 10% off the best clutter removal ever!
Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel!
Use this link to book, and enter code: 1000022077 - In the corporate code spot at check out for 15% off your stay for your next trip to Disneyland!
https://www.hojoanaheim.com/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=the.mamahood
Episode 63: The Light Keepers of our Homes
New Year, New You AGAIN!
In this very special episode, Maren, Aubrey and Sara are sitting down to chat about motherhood and what it means to be a Light-Keeper.
A light keeper of your home, of your family, of your children.
We will be talking about HOME, and the power of this word in relation to motherhood.
And of course.. we’ll laugh a LOT!
We hope this episode leaves you uplifted and ready to discover a new you again and find a home in motherhood.
Ready to join Anya? Here’s the link! Get started now!
https://www.theanyaproject.com/a/41832/VsLpLWCr
Come find out more at @anewyouagain on Instagram, or connect with us!
@heyaubreygirl
@marendroubay
@diamondsintherough.coaching
If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a mama you love!
Episode 62: The Christmas Episode!
Merry Christmas! In this very special episode, Maren is bringing her husband Dallin on to have a fun and meaningful chat about Christmas traditions, memories and the WHY behind what we do as parents during the holidays.
We will also share what we’re getting our kids for Christmas this year!
We hope you enjoy this special Christmas episode and then go and give your family some love this week! Memories are the best thing to collect, In our book!
Come find us on social media:
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
And leave us a review if you liked this episode!
Today’s episode is sponsored by:
Virtual Assistant University!
Use code MAMAHOOD for 20% off your certification to become a virtual assistant and bring in extra income from home!
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Ryla Pack!
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Episode 61: Finding Your Confidence! with Maren & Aubrey
In this episode, Maren and Aubrey are talking about confidence, comparison, and everything in between! Having confidence as a mom is something we ALL struggle with, and something we don’t talk about enough.
We will share experiences that helped us build confidence, and our best advice for curing comparison in motherhood and feeling confident in who you are!
We hope you enjoy today’s episode! If you do, please scroll down and leave a review or come and tell us on social media!
@the.mamahood
@anya.project
@marendroubay
@heyaubreygirl
Today’s episode is also sponsored by:
Anya!
Anya is like a gym memberships but for your maternal mental health!
Head to: www.theanyaproject.com
Use code: MAMAHOOD for your first month free!
Find @anya.project on Instagram!
Virtual Assistant University!
Use code MAMAHOOD for 20% off your certification to become a virtual assistant and bring in extra income from home!
Visit this link to get started:
http://daltonkjensen1.gumroad.com/l/oLAHb
Ryla Pack!
The BEST diaper bags in the world. We stand by that. Use code MAMAHOOD for 15% off at check out!
Episode 60: Treasuring Motherhood
Welcome back! Today, Maren and Eden are opening up about some experiences that have led us to deeply treasure and hold our motherhood dear.
It’s easy to forget how lucky we are to be moms, but when the ability to BE a mom is almost stripped from us, we learn how to appreciate it.
Today we will share what motherhood means to us, and how we execute our decision to treasure motherhood in our daily lives!
We hope you enjoy this heartfelt episode.
Come find us on Instagram:
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@loverlees
And on Facebook:
The Mamahood Community
Today’s episode is sponsored by:
Virtual Assistant University!
Use code MAMAHOOD for 20% off your certification to become a virtual assistant and bring in extra income from home!
Visit this link to get started:
http://daltonkjensen1.gumroad.com/l/oLAHb
Ryla Pack!
The BEST diaper bags in the world. We stand by that. Use code MAMAHOOD for 15% off at check out!
If you enjoyed this episode, please scroll down and leave a review so other mamas can find us!
Happy Holidays!
Episode 59: So You Want to Talk about Homeschool!
Episode 59: So You Want to Talk about Homeschool!
It’s the beginning of another school year, so Eden and Maren are chatting all about homeschool!
What are our experiences with it?
Why did we try it?
What curriculums do we use?
And how does it relate into everyday life?
Are our kids going to turn out to be complete weirdos? Or is this the way of the future?
Many mamas are considering this new/old form of schooling their kids, and we want to share our personal experiences with it!
We know it’s not for everyone, but we hope this episode is a fun way to learn about something new, and maybe get some questions answered while you’re at it!
Come connect with us online:
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@loverlees
And if you loved this episode, will you scroll down and leave us a review? We appreciate it so much!
Today’s episode is sponsored by:
CLUTTER B GONE!
Clutter B Gone is a life changing company that helps you get your life back by removing all the clutter FOR you with one, easy, affordable pick up.
They’ll do all the sorting, recycling and donating so you don’t have to!
Use code MAMAHOOD for 10% off your pick up!
Find them and message them on Instagram @Clutter_B_Gone
Or call/text 1-833-UNCLUTTER to get started!
Today’s episode is also sponsored by Anchor- the easiest way to make a podcast!
Head to anchor.fm to get started!
Episode 58: Body Image: our REAL LIFE experiences with learning to love our bodies!
Welcome back! Thanks for allowing us a quick hiatus for a few weeks.
Maren and Natalie are back with an unfiltered, pretty dang vulnerable conversation about our own struggles with body image and how we’ve *genuinely* learned to love our bodies as they are- right now!
Go listen to our other episode on Body Image with Ashley Reeves here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mamahood-podcast/id1459634129?i=1000440568387
We hope you enjoy this episode. Let us know what you thought by finding us online and connecting with us!
Insta:
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@nataliegubler
Today’s episode is sponsored by:
CLUTTER B GONE!
Clutter B Gone is a life changing company that helps you get your life back by removing all the clutter FOR you with one, easy, affordable pick up.
They’ll do all the sorting, recycling and donating so you don’t have to!
Use code MAMAHOOD for 10% off your pick up!
Find them and message them on Instagram @Clutter_B_Gone
Or call/text 1-833-UNCLUTTER to get started!
Today’s episode is also sponsored by Anchor- the easiest way to make a podcast!
Head to anchor.fm to get started!
Episode 57: Healing Broken Relationships! w/ Aubrey Grossen
Hello and welcome to another ANYA sponsored episode! This means we get to have a fun chat between Aubs and Mare all about how to improve our mental state as moms!
Today’s advice is literally a step by step guide to handing those tough moments we all face daily in our relationships!
As you listen, we hope you’ll take this advice into your current situations whether it be with spouse, in-laws, friendships or even kids!
Relationships are hard, but they are a vital way to stay sane and happy as moms! We hope today’s episode helps!
Come find more resources like this at @anya.project on Instagram.
Use code MAMAHOOD for your first month of Anya FREE!
Anya is a gym membership for maternal mental health- you need this, we promise!
Today’s episode is also sponsored by
Clutter B Gone!
Clutter B Gone is a life changing company that helps you get your life back by removing all the clutter FOR you with one, easy, affordable pick up.
They’ll do all the sorting, recycling and donating so you don’t have to!
Use code MAMAHOOD for 10% off your pick up!
Find them and message them on Instagram @Clutter_B_Gone
Or call/text 1-833-UNCLUTTER to get started!
Come find us on Instagram @the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@heyaubreygirl
We love you!
Xoxo!
Episode 56: How Less TV and Tech has changed our Motherhood! w/ Eden Lee
This weeks episode is all about the life-changing practice of having less tech and TV in our homes.
We have absolutely NO judgement on moms who allow TV- let’s get that straight! We’ve all been there and there are seasons for everything, but we’ve also experienced seasons of less TV and tech in our homes and it’s been life-changing!
So today, we introduce our third and final co-host, Eden Lee, and then have a fun conversation about the pros we’ve seen eliminating TV, and how that has functioned in our homes and with our kids. It’s not easy, folks- but sometimes it’s been worth it!
However YOU do motherhood, just know- YOU are the mom your kids need and you’re doing it right!
Today’s episode is sponsored by:
Clutter B Gone!
Clutter B Gone is a life changing company that helps you get your life back by removing all the clutter FOR you with one, easy, affordable pick up.
They’ll do all the sorting, recycling and donating so you don’t have to!
Use code MAMAHOOD for 10% off your pick up!
Find them and message them on Instagram @Clutter_B_Gone
Or call/text 1-833-UNCLUTTER to get started!
If you enjoyed today’s episode, scroll down and leave us a review!
You can find today’s hosts at:
@marendroubay
@loverlees
@the.mamahood
To connect with us on Instagram!
Have a great week!
Episode 55: Finding Personal Joy in Motherhood, an intro to Rachelle Valenzuela!
This episode is chalk full of good stuff. From therapy, to planners, to snacks and morning routines. To date nights, to traveling, to small joys each day... Rachelle Valenzuela has brought a wonderful topic to the show today about finding personal joy in the day to day of being a mom!
Of COURSE our babies make us happy, but adding simple and large personal joys to our life makes it that much easier to love on our babies! This topic is important. We will even dive into our personal experiences with therapy: an understated way to find greater joy.
We are excited to Welcome Rachelle to the show, and also enjoy a get-to-know-you session here. You can find Rachelle at @chellevalenz on Instagram for all the real-life ups and downs of mothering two little girls!
Come find @the.mamahood on Instagram to let us know what you think of today’s topic, or what topics you’d like to hear in the future!
You can find Maren at @marendroubay on Instagram as well.
Today’s episode is sponsored by:
Hepius!
Use code MAMAHOOD to get 10% off of amazing CBD, at www.hepiusmed.com
Anchor!
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If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a mama you love!
Xo!
Episode 54: An Intro to Natalie Gubler, and a Chat about GOALS!
Press play to learn all about Natalie’s motherhood values and a few other fun “get to know you” questions!
After that, we will be diving into the goals we set for ourselves this year.
We KNOW it’s May! But our discussion was so fun, and definitely still applies.
We will talk about this: NEW year, SAME me! Because sometimes you just need to be you, and not set more expectations for yourself.
Wherever you fall, we hope you gain something fun and insightful from today’s discussion, and then go and give Nat some love!
You can find Natalie on Instagram @nataliegubler
You can find Mare on Instagram
@marendroubay
And you can find our whole team over
@the.mamahood
Today, Mare mentioned Clean Simple Eats! You can find them @cleansimpleeats on Instagram with links to their recipes and app!
Today’s episode is sponsored by:
Hepius Med!
Head to www.hepiusmed.com and use code MAMAHOOD for 10% off your order!
Anchor:
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Episode 53: Welcome to Season Two! 5 Tips for Mental Health with Aubrey & Maren (Anya).
Welcome back! Hooray! We are back for Season 2!
In today’s episode, we will chat briefly about what’s been going on between seasons, and what’s in store for Season 2!
Then Aubs and Mare will laugh a LOT, and offer our 5 best tips for your mental health- especially if you’ve experienced any sort of season of depression!
In today’s episode, Mare mentions this book:
‘Wherever You Go, There You Are’
by: Jon Kabat-Zinn
https://www.amazon.com/Wherever-You-There-Are-Mindfulness/dp/1401307787
Today’s episode is also sponsored by Anya!
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Xoxo!
Episode 52: The Christmas Episode! with Aubrey & Maren
Hello, Mama’s! Yes- it’s really us! We are here with ALL the Christmas cheer in today’s episode!
We really hope you will listen to the end of the episode where we dive deep into some moments where we have felt Angels in our life this year, and the thrill of HOPE that comes with Christmas! We will cover a little bit of our thoughts on Mary, and the importance of Motherhood at Christmas time!
But before that, we are going to cover all the fun stuff! From Christmas Gifts we are giving our kids this year, to our favorite Christmas traditions we are implementing, to some Christmas time Wins and Fails!
We love you all so much.
We want you all to have such a Merry Christmas!
Love,
Aubrey & Maren
Notes from today’s episode:
Gift Links:
Baby Nursery Playset:
Magnolia Dollhouse from Mare:
Kidcraft Dollhouse from Aubs:
MagnaTiles:
Wiggle Car:
Mare’s MS GoFundMe can be found here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/marens-miracle
Today’s Episode is Sponsored by:
HELLO FRESH!
Go to http://www.hellofresh.com/80mamahood and enter code 80MAMAHOOD for a total of $80 off, plus free shipping!
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Episode 51: You Are Destined for Greatness! with Elise Curtis
Episode 51: You Are Destined for Greatness! with Elise Curtis
An interview with the inspirational Elise Curtis, creator of Salt Gathering
Episode 50: Bringing Home Baby: Our Simple Tricks for Staying Sane!
AubMare is back! And we are excited to give you our 4 best tips for staying sane while you’re home with a new baby!
Whether it’s your first or your fourth, we know you need help in the weeks after bringing home a new little one! Here are some simple ways we maintain our sanity that you can do for yourself quickly and easily!
If you enjoyed today’s episode, scroll down and leave us a review! It helps us to reach other moms like you.
Come find us on Instagram!
@the.mamahood
@aubreygrossen
@marendroubay
We love to connect with you!
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Episode 49: Motherhood During a Pandemic
Welcome back! Are we all alive? Sometimes it’s hard to tell- especially during the year 2020.
We are back with an episode all about how we are surviving during the pandemic!
We will talk about tips for entertaining toddlers, self-care, strengthening marriage, and things that have kept us from going completely insane!
Today, Aubs is a little under the weather, so Maren is joined by Emily Jordan (Outpost of Heaven Podcast), and she brings such a genuine perspective, as well as some great laughs.
We hope you know how much we love you, and we are all in this together!
If you enjoyed today’s episode, will you do us a huge favor and scroll down to leave a review? Those help us get our podcast out to other mamas like you!
Come find us on Instagram! (We have some great giveaways happening right now!!)
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@aubreygrossen
You can find our guest for today, Emily, at
@outpostofheaven on Instagram as well.
Today’s podcast is sponsored by Anchor.
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(Episode Replay) Motherhood Loneliness, it's for real!
We’ve all felt lonely. Whether it was after a new baby, a big move, or just the day to day of caring for our little ones. It’s something we don’t always care to admit, and can weigh us down like no other!
We know it hurts, and we are here to help! In today’s episode, we will discuss some of our most lonely moments as moms, and how we tried to combat them. We will give the best advice we can, and meet you where you stand. It may require some action, or a shift in mindset, but you CAN feel better, and we want you to know it! In the end, we believe that loneliness is okay.
This mom thing is no joke, but just remember that you aren’t alone- and even those surrounded by friends can be experiencing the deepest sense of loneliness. So let’s do this thing together! Hit play, and join us for a vulnerable discussion on this often avoided topic.
If you loved this episode, please scroll down and leave a review! It would mean the world to us.
Come find us online:
Insta: @the.mamahood, @marendroubay and @aubrey.themamahood
Email: themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com www.themamahoodpodcast.com
Episode 48: Mama to Mama: An Interview with Tanisha Snell
We are humbled and grateful to bring you an emotional and empowering episode this week.
Tanisha Snell is the kindest person on Earth, and has graciously come on to answer YOUR questions in such a hopeful and sincere way.
In today’s episode Tanisha will open up about a few moments that happen everyday for her as a black mom. She will talk about what it’s like to raise black children in America today, and what the Black Lives Matter movement means to her.
The best part of this interview is the light and love that exudes from Tanisha.
She highlights the important of love over anger, and shares her heartfelt emotions from one Mama to another.
None of us know exactly the right way to go about these confusing times, but Tanisha gives us hope that by educating ourselves and treating others with kindness and understanding, we can change the world.
No ads this week!
You can find Tanisha on Instagram @tanishasnell_
Here are some links to visit to donate to the movement:
nymag.com/strategist/article/where-to-donate-for-black-lives-matter.html
Come find us and chat about your thoughts and feelings, and connect with more Mama’s!
@the.mamahood
@marendroubay
@aubreygrossen
on Instagram!
We love you all!
(Episode Replay): Everyday Meal Planning!
Hello!
We are back this week with an old favorite! We hope this sparks some ideas, or maybe makes you feel better about how your meals have been going during this pandemic.
We are definitely not experts, but will be talking about some of our go-to meals, snacks, and ideas for feeding our families.
We will also LAUGH. A lot.
Join us today to spark some new inspo for filling our bellies and our babies bellies!
Our episode today is sponsored by Anya.
Click the link below to register for the 8 Week Detox, to help you destress, and clear your mind of anxiety during your motherhood journey:
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Come find us on social media! We LOVE to connect with you:
@marendroubay
@aubreygrossen
@the.mamahood
@anya.project
And if you’re feeling *extra* nice, will you please leave us a review? Thanks so much!
Xo,
Maren and Aubrey
Episode 47: Being a More Gentle Mother
Hello! We are back! With one of our most favorite topics: gentle motherhood!
Did you know that most of how we feel about ourselves and our value in the world is formed before the age of 5? When we heard that statistic, we both wanted to do what we could to positively impact our children during these crucial years!
We know it’s not easy to always be a patient or gentle mommy, but we want to share why it’s important to us and how we go about this on a daily basis! Let’s all work on it together!
If you want to shoot Maren some questions, you can find her on Instagram @marendroubay, we also recommend researching Gentle Motherhood online as you can find tons of good resources!
CONNECT:
Come connect with us and let us know what you thought of the episode by leaving us a review, or finding us here:
Instagram: @the.mamahood
Email: themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com
PATREON:
You can also support the show for as little as $1 by heading to https://www.patreon.com/themamahoodpodcast
SPONSOR DEAL:
Today’s episode is sponsored by Little Dreamers!
Head to www.littledreamers.us and use code MAMAHOOD10 for 10% off of a sleep course!
Episode 46: Motherhood & Quarantine; Plus Important Podcast Updates!
Episode 46: Important Updates, Quarantine & Motherhood
Hello friends! We are back!
We hope you’ll excuse our absence as we’ve been focusing in on our families and making major transitions in our lives!
Join us today- QUARANTINE STYLE, and forgive our spotty audio since we are chatting over the phone like everyone else is nowadays!
In today’s episode we will announce some important information regarding the podcast and some ways you can support it!
We will also give some actually very useful tips for entertaining little kids during quarantine and also taking care of YOU!
We hope you’re enjoying this time, but also letting yourself feel all the feelings.
As always, we are here for you.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you need support. We are here, and we love you!!
Xo,
Maren and Aubrey
As we mentioned, please head to the link below to support The Mamahood Podcast for even $1 a month through Patreon. We hope we can keep showing up here! THANK YOU!! Just hit “become a Patron” and choose the amount you’d like to pledge. We appreciate you so much.
Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/themamahoodpodcast
Come connect with us online so we can chat and support each other through this mess!
@marendroubay
@aubreygrossen
@the.mamahood
(Episode Replay): You’ve Got it in You! Coping with Fatigue, Anxiety & Postpartum Depression
**One of our favorite episodes! Shared with you again this week!**
In today’s episode, we open up about fatigue, anxiety and postpartum depression. We’ve experienced all three at different times, and we are in the thick of a couple of them now!
Postpartum depression can be all-consuming, and it’s more than just a bad day.
The polarizing fears that come with anxiety are something completely different, yet equally difficult. We will chat vulnerably about night terrors, irrational fears and how cope.
And lastly, Fatigue. So often we sweep this under the rug and “just deal with it” as moms. But it needs to be acknowledged.
We will give you practical solutions for coping with fatigue, anxiety and depression as well as encouragement.
We hope you know that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. We’ve been there. We ARE there. Right along with you. So hit play, and cry with us today, mama. We are strong, and we’ve got it in us to keep fighting!
Tully (2018) is the movie we mentioned about postpartum fatigue- it’s rated R, and has adult content, but gives a good look into the life of a tired new mom. Reach out to us via email so we can help you find it, and also find an edited version.
Please scroll down and leave a review! It helps us reach other moms like you!
Also, we love connecting with you. You can find us here:
Insta: @the.mamahood
Email: themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com
This episode is sponsored by Anya Project
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You can find Anya on Instagram @anya.project and sign up through the link in the bio! Use code MAMAHOOD for 10% off of your subscription to Anya!
Episode 44: What I Would Tell My Early Motherhood Self: with Jenna Rammell
Today we bring on an uplifting, special bright and spirited guest who will change your life with her words of encouragement!
Jenna Rammell of Jenna’s Kitchen, is a mom, entrepreneur and cheerleader of moms.
Today she is dropping some serious words of wisdom for the tired mom. The mom battling any ailment of post partum. The mom who is mean to herself, and the mom who needs some more self love. Don’t we all fit one of those categories?
She had us in tears guys.
We can’t say much more, but just hit play and then let us know what YOU would tell yourself if you could talk to the you from a few years, months, or even days ago.
We are all good moms. Let’s keep going.
Xo,
Mare and Aubs
You can find Jenna on Instagram: @jennaskitchen or online at: www.jennarammell.com
Today’s episode is sponsored by Care/Of!
Head to www.takecareof.com and enter code MAMAHOOD50 for 50% off of your order of custom vitamins and protein powders made specially for you!
Today’s other sponsor is Hello Fresh!
Use code MAMAHOOD10 for 10 free meals AND free shipping! Woot woot!
Come find us!
Instagram: @marendroubay
@aubreygrossen
Episode 43: Controversial Motherhood Topics and our Honest Answers!
Okay, ladies. We get asked a lot of controversial questions all the dang time. So we just thought it would be fun to answer them all for you- in a quick lightning round!
Do we vaccinate? Do we co-sleep? You’ll find out in today’s episode!
Here’s the thing. We are POLAR OPPOSITES in so many ways, yet we are the best of friends. We hope that this episode drives home the idea that we are all in this together as moms! And it’s possible to have a civil conversation even when you disagree.
So hit play and hear our honest answers about some of the most controversial mom topics- then go out there and love another mom who is different than you!
Xoxo!
Mare and Aubs
Ps. There are mentions of Santa Clause and other magical creatures in today’s episode, so be sure to wait until your little believers can’t hear!
Today’s episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh! Use code MAMAHOOD10 for 10 free meals AND free shipping!
Please let us know what you thought of today’s episode by emailing us:
Or leaving us a review!
Have a great week!
Episode 42: Breaking Patterns - Surrogacy and Motherhood after Trauma (with Lacey Swenson)
Today’s interview is so. dang. good. But get your tissues because we are going to dive deep into some of the toughest stuff.
Lacey Swenson is here to chat about her traumatic childhood and how she has made an effort to give her daughters a completely different experience. She will share tips for how to break bad patterns and pass on the good.
Lacey will also generously share her story as a surrogate: the details behind becoming one, and her experience with a near-death birth experience.
These stories will move you to tears. We learned so many lessons and felt truly changed after getting together with Lacey, and we hope you do too.
Today’s sponsor is Hello Fresh!
Use code MAMAHOOD10 for 10 Free Meals plus FREE shipping!
You can find Lacey on Instagram: @greatskinonrainwaterlane
Please let us know what you thought of today’s episode, and if you have an interesting motherhood story to share!
Email: themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com
Have a great week!
Episode 41: These are a Few of Our Favorite Things! {+ how to throw a favorite things party!}
This week we are talking all about the latest trend- favorite things parties, and a bunch of our favorite things under $20!!
From beauty products to cooking products to snacks... we are going to let you in on what WE would bring to a favorite things party! Everything we will share is affordable and something we genuinely LOVE!
Plus, Aubs is going to drop the details on how to throw a fun and successful favorite things party!
Let us know what your favorite things are under $20!! And if you decide to throw a favorite things party, tag us in your photos!
You can find us on Instagram at @the.mamahood
Reach out to us through email:
Today’s episode is sponsored by Care/Of!
Head to www.takecareof.com and enter code MAMAHOOD for 25% off of your order of custom vitamins and protein powders made specially for you!
Episode 40: Staying Rooted - an Interview with Emily and Andrew Jordan
We are grateful to be joined by the lovely couple behind Outpost of Heaven- a podcast and platform, centered on making our homes a heavenly and connected environment- Emily and Andrew Jordan!
We LOVED today’s topic, and discussion! This conversation goes deep, and will leave you feeling motivated, centered and GROUNDED- we promise!
Let us know what you thought of today’s episode! Email us at themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com
Or come find us on Instagram!
You can find Emily and Jordan on all of your favorite podcast forums under Outpost of Heaven {PS- we were guests on their show today too! Go check it out!}
You can also find them on Instagram: @outpostofheaven
Today’s episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh- use code MAMAHOOD10 for 10 free meals!
Episode 39: How we keep our houses clean!
Yes, we are doing this. And yes, we laughed and had so much fun recording this!
Laundry, dishes, tidying up, vacuuming, the WHOLE NINE YARDS! We are spilling the details on our routines and practices for keeping our houses clean!
We will also be giving some hacks and tips that have helped us, as well as a few favorite products!!
If you’re a nerd about cleaning, or even if you HATE it and are looking for more ideas and motivations, or even if you’re just wondering how much of a hot mess we are, you’ll love this episode!
Let us know what tips you have too!
Email us: themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com
Or leave us a review!
Today’s episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh! Use code MAMAHOOD10 for 10 free meals!
Episode 38: Being Screen Smart: with Sarah Workman
We are so excited to welcome Sarah Workman to the show today! Sarah is an advocate for being smart with the screen time in our homes for us and our little ones!
Today’s episode is seriously full of insights and information we never knew, and it truly inspired us. We will be chatting about the effects of screen time on little minds, and how to implement a plan that works in our home!
Mare and Aubs will talk about how screens work in our house, and we will give some tips for how we make screens a back-burner form of entertainment, and thrive for real connection, imaginative play, and more.
We know screens are a part of life. This episode won’t make you feel guilty, but rather give us all some tools to do just a *little bit better! We hope you enjoy!
You can find Sarah on Instagram at: @sarahscreensmarter
Today’s episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh! Use code Mamahood10 for 10 free meals, including free shipping!!
Let us know what you thought of today’s episode by scrolling down and leaving us a review, or emailing us at
Xo!
Mare and Aubs
Episode 37: How We Set Intentions and Goals for the New Year! (Plus our New Years Resolutions!)
Happy New Year, Mama’s!
We are excited to be joining you after our holiday break, and chat all about intentions and resolutions!
Everyone sets and achieves goals differently. And like always, Mare and Aubs are able to represent a broad spectrum of ideas!
In today’s episode, we will break down our methods for setting goals- whether it be breaking it into categories, or simply picking a word to focus on each year.
We will share some of our intentions for this year, as well as own up to whether some of our past goals have been achieved!
We hope this is a fun episode with some ideas from two average moms. Whether you’re totally on top of it, or kinda basic.... we see you, and we are right there with you!
Let us know what your goals and intentions are by leaving us a review, or finding us on social media!
Insta: @the.mamahood, @marendroubay, @aubreygrossen
Email: themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is sponsored by Spotify!
Episode 36: Holiday Traditions! (Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween and a bit about our friend, Santa!)
Ho ho ho! Merry Christmas! Just a warning, we will be chatting about our friend Santa Clause and how he plays a roll in our homes at Christmas time! So if you have some little believers, be sure to listen to this episode through headphones!
Today we will be chatting about some of the ways we celebrate the holidays in our homes from October to December! We will share some favorite traditions from our childhood as well as new ones we’ve established now!
We LOVE family traditions and are passionate about establishing them in your own homes! We hope this episode is a fun and easy listen for you while you do your last bit of wrapping!!
Xo,
Maren and Aubrey
Ps. Did you like today’s episode? The best Christmas Gift for us would be if you’d scroll down and leave us a review! We are so grateful for each one of you!
Episode 35: The JOY of Missing Out! (JOMO over FOMO!)
Today we will share with you a “recipe” for how to find greater Joy, and how we’ve switched our mindsets from FOMO to JOMO! We hope this episode uplifts and encourages you!
Please let us know what you think, and how YOU find JOMO!
You can connect with us through Instagram (@the.mamahood), email (themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com) and most importantly, you can let us know your thoughts by leaving a review! Your reviews help us to find other mamas like you.
Also: here’s the book we referenced in today’s episode:
amzn.to/2YFr1N7
Xoxo,
Maren and Aubrey
Episode 34: Holiday Gift Guide!! (Only our Tried-and-True Favorites for all ages!)
0-12 Months:
•Board Books (touch and feel)
A couple faves:
amzn.to/2Ov57J9
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•Larger baby item, or something you really need for them. (Sound machine, baby monitor, etc.)
•Maren’s Favorite set of alphabet blocks:
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12-18 Months:
•Fat Brain, Spin Again Toy (BEST EVER!):
amzn.to/2XVx93q
•Texture balls:
amzn.to/2XUmO7W
•Melissa and Doug Wooden Toys
(Any are great, but here are a couple favorites!):
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•Our Favorite Stacking Bucket Toy:
amzn.to/2XWnY2F
Toddlers (2-3)
•Foldable Tunnel:
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•Micro Scooter:
amzn.to/2QWCR3H
•Little People Toys (Any! But here are our favorites!):
amzn.to/37Le4Wj
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•Wooden Shape Puzzles
(Check Facebook Marketplace for Puzzles too!)
•Plastic Slide:
amzn.to/2DmBaEN
•Wiggle Car:
amzn.to/2qSzgZG
•Vacation or Experience instead of gifts
•Kitchen Sink Toy!
amzn.to/2sqOqG8
4-5 Year Olds:
•Aubs pick- Ozmo for IPad:
amzn.to/2L4JaOP
•Candy and Snacks
•Small things in big amounts (A bunch of hot wheel cars or sticky Ninjas!)
•Powerwheels
•Osborn Science Experience Books:
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•Wooden Trains:
(They also sell them at IKEA!)
amzn.to/2OtbvjV
•Experiences
-Zoo Pass
-Aquarium Pass
-Date Nights
-Disposable Camera to document and make a scrapbook
Stocking Stuffers:
•Sticky Ninjas:
amzn.to/2qTvkIf
•Bath Bombs
•WaterWow! (BEST EVER!)
amzn.to/2QWDBWx
Husbands:
•Photo album memory book
•Watch (wood watches)
•AirPods
•Sunglasses
•Belt (mission belt):
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•Drone (here’s the one Mare for Dallin):
amzn.to/37Om1tB
•Remote control car that drives on wall:
amzn.to/33sNi1q
•Games (board game)
•Tile Key Finder:
amzn.to/2ssThGZ
•Grooming kit
•Barber card
•Top Golf gift card
•Tickets to a concert or show
Mamas:
Weekend trip away
Love note
Family Yearbook
Marriott Bedding
Necklaces
Cordless Vacuum
Roomba
Water Pick
Made by Mary (or other custom jewelry)
Glossier Perfume
Episode 33: Being A More Present Mama
This is our favorite topic lately, and here’s why:
We need to be more present in our own lives, in our children’s childhood, and in our own thoughts!
We are passionate about being present. Disconnecting and therefore CONNECTING deeper with the ones around us.
In today’s episode we will chat about a life before smartphones, taking time to be ourselves, and how to be more content and present in our own lives.
We hope you enjoy this episode, because it’s so dear to us and a message we hope will touch your hearts as we move into the holiday season.
If you enjoyed this episode, please scroll down and leave us a review!
We love our community and love to connect with you. Come find us!
Insta: @the.mamahood
Email: themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is sponsored by SPOTIFY!
Have a good week, mama’s!
(And tune in for a BONUS episode later this week! Woot woot!)
Episode 32: Establishing your Family Culture, and Your Value as a Homemaker!
Today’s episode is SUUUUCH a good one. We are joined by one of our favorite people in the world- Kendra Hennessy! She is the creator of Mother Like a Boss- a business and podcast centered around helping moms find joy in being a homemaker, and take control of their motherhood.
We will be chatting all about homemaking today, and how it is such an important role- even if today’s society tells us otherwise. We will talk about how to LOVE our role as home makers and use it to establish our family culture!
Today’s episode is seriously fascinating, and insightful. We hope you enjoy!
You can find Kendra at
Insta: @motherlikeaboss and
Let us know what you thought of today’s episode by scrolling down and leaving a review or contacting us:
Insta: @the:mamahood
Email: themamahoodpodcast@gmail.com
Today’s episode is sponsored by SPOTIFY!