The Modern Mamas Podcast

Tune in to the FINAL episode where we share our last catchups, BIG feels, and most importantly, thoughts, memories, moments, and love from this community. We don’t have the words to express how much this space has meant to us these past 7 years so thanks for helping us round out the magic. Want to keep listening and stay connected?  ⁠⁠⁠Find us on Patreon!⁠⁠⁠ Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Qualia - Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Qualialife.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 50% off and use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout for an additional 15% off! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

In this catchup/rapid-fire mashup, Jess and Laura give some quick and dirty life updates (complete with some big release sharing) and then answer YOUR questions. You all hit us with some good one too, so don’t miss this one. As always, thank you for being here for over 7 years now! We love this community. ⁠⁠Find us on Patreon!⁠⁠ Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Qualia - Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Qualialife.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 50% off and use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout for an additional 15% off! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

Tune in to the final *regular* catchup where we dive into major life updates for us both, share the real and raw in the midsts of major transition, discuss big feels around letting go of the podcast and big joy around keeping Patreon (plus more on what you’ll find there). We don’t quite have the words to share how much this space has meant to us for the past 7 years, but we’ll keep trying. Listen in for life sharing you won’t find anywhere else! ⁠Find us on Patreon!⁠ Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Qualia - Go to ⁠⁠⁠Qualialife.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠ for 50% off and use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout for an additional 15% off! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

Tune in this week for an emotional, raw episode where Laura and Jess share some big news and a big shift for the podcast; plus, as always don’t miss life updates through intense seasons of life for us both. We don’t quite have the words for how much this podcast has meant to us over the past 7 years, but tune in to see us try to verbalize it. We’d love to hear what it’s meant to you too! Email us with your favorite Modern Mamas moments and memories to air on the last episode this month. Find us on Patreon! Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Qualia - Go to ⁠⁠Qualialife.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠ for 50% off and use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout for an additional 15% off! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

Tune in this week as Laura sits down with her friend, Dr. Emily Wiggins, a licensed vitalistic naturopathic doctor and co-founder of Terrain Natural Medicine in Bend, OR with a passion for sharing a different paradigm of medicine and healing focused on hormone imbalances like thyroid issues, PCOS and other menstrual imbalances, digestive concerns, and autoimmune conditions. Emily provides approachable wisdom on all things homeopathy, flower essences, castor oil packs, parasite cleanses, gut health, and embracing the full body system (vs. continually combating ourselves) to heal. Thank you for tuning in! Check out her Healthy Living 101 Course Learn about Terrain Medicine and work with Emily More from Emily on Instagram Previous episode on PMDD (236) Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Qualia - Go to Qualialife.com/MODERNMAMAS for 50% off and use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout for an additional 15% off! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

In this week’s catchup episode, Jess and Laura share life updates, unexpected life plot twists, and - in usual Modern Mamas fashion - similar life shifts happening in solidarity. Tune in for real talk and raw processing along for so much gratitude for this space to share for almost 7 years now. We’re so glad you’re here! Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Qualia - Go to ⁠Qualialife.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠ for 50% off and use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout for an additional 15% off! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

Tune in this week as Jess sits down with Michelle Dew, interior decorator and mental health advocate to chat how our space can impact our mind, feelings, and emotions.  We chat through how all five senses are affected by our space and surroundings, and how being intentional with the design and function of your home can support your overall mental well-being.  We discuss not only the ideas behind your space, but dive into practical ways to work with your space to make it a haven for you! We hope you enjoy! More from Michelle: - @cultivate.your.space - www.cultivateyourspace.com - https://cultivateyourspace.com/freebie Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Qualia - Go to ⁠Qualialife.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠ for 50% off and use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout for an additional 15% off! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

In this week’s catchup episode, Jess and Laura share the hard, the highs, and the feels through big changes and uneasy transitions. Tune in for joy and also real talk around the tough stuff. As always, we bring the real and the raw as we show up exactly as we are (for almost 7 years now). Thank you for tuning in, sharing in solidarity, and supporting us through it all. We’re so glad you’re here. Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

Tune in to this week's catchup episode where Jess and Laura, per usual, share real talk on life, motherhood, solo parenting, big moves, and trying to find 'balance'...and maybe even some self care through it all. Thanks for tuning in; we love this community and the constant space to share in solidarity through all seasons. Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Qualia - Go to ⁠Qualialife.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠ for 50% off and use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout for an additional 15% off! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

Tune in this week as Jess sits down with Liz Wolfe, where we chat candidly about metabolism, weight loss, dieting, aging, and everything in between.  You'll get our trademark honesty and authenticity around these subjects and how our own exploration of life in our 40s has lead to new insights about our own unique health journeys.  We also dive deep into Liz's new projects, centered around empowering women to own their metabolism at every stage.  We hope you enjoy! More from Liz: Idealage.com Ownyourmetabolism.com Realfoodliz.com Eat The Yolks on Amazon Balanced Bites Podcast @realfoodliz on Instagram Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Magic Spoon - Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠ at checkout for $5 off your order and 100% happiness guaranteed! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

In this week’s (mostly) topical episode Jess and Laura catchup on life, spring feels, and summer plans and then dive into their current fall school plans! Tune in for big changes in the works, from finding options in a new town to honing in on homeschooling and so much more. Thank you for listening and being a part of this community. We’re so glad you’re here. Have topical ideas? Send them our way! Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Magic Spoon - Use code ⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠ at checkout for $5 off your order and 100% happiness guaranteed! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

Tune in this week as Jess sits down with Emilie Toups, the owner of Toups and Co Organics, a skincare and makeup brand dedicated to creating the cleanest products on the market.  We sit down to chat about her personal journey, and the importance of choosing safer products for our health.  We chat everything from business, to skincare, to current regulations (or lack thereof) in the industry, and how you don't need to be afraid of using oil on your face anymore! We are so proud to partner with Toups and Co, and hope you enjoy the episode. More from Emilie: https://www.instagram.com/toupsandcoorganics/ https://www.instagram.com/emilie.toups/ www.toupsandco.com Thank you to our Sponsors! Toups and Co Organics - use code ⁠MODERNMAMAS15⁠ for 15% off or your first purchase!  Magic Spoon - Use code ⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠ at checkout for $5 off your order and 100% happiness guaranteed! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order  Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

It’s time for another real talk catchup episode where Jess and Laura unload the hard, the happy, and the heartfelt. Tune in for whirlwind house updates, thoughts on navigating kiddos’ big feels (and acknowledging our own), insights into breaking family conflict cycles, and reminders that there is always time, even when the to-do list feels insurmountable. We’re grateful for the space to share! Thank you for listening. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune in this week for an inspiring guest episode all about homesteading! Laura sits down with her good friend, Jenna Lodin, of Ginger Hill Homestead in Dripping Springs, Texas. Jenna is a CrossFit trainer, homeschooling mama to three, and homesteader (who also happens to have a full-time job). Tune in for more about her why, her journey, and plenty of insight and inspiration into meeting yourself wherever you are, growing your own food, raising chicks, homeschooling, and anything else you might dream up. Follow along with the Ginger Hill family on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube at @gingerhillhomestead and www.gingerhillhomestead.com ********** ⁠⁠Join us on Patreon!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you to our Sponsors! Magic Spoon - Use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout for $5 off your order and 100% happiness guaranteed! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Needed - Use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 20% off your first month Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off your order Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

Tune into this week’s catchup as Jess and Laura talk life, coming moves, summer plans, a mamas-only trip recap, and living in a season of controlled cadence vs week-to-week unknown. Thanks for being with us through all of life’s seasons. We’re so grateful you’re here! As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune in for another share-it-all catchup episode where Laura and Jess talk everything from the intimacy code words (wink wink) to major life shifts (and plenty in between). Don't miss life updates, motherhood musings, moves ahead, and reflections on the year behind and all that's to come. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy what you hear, please be sure to leave us a review. We love this community! As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune in for this week’s catchup episode where Jess and Laura share life updates from a very full season, plus a California trip recap, upcoming big moves, and why it might be best case scenario when you don’t see us on social media. We’re here for relatability, and we’re so glad you’re on this journey with us. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune in this week as Jess sits down with Sivan Hong, author and illustrator of the top-selling children's series, The Super Fun Day Books, which focus on the experiences of neurodivergent children. Sivan is also a mother to two wonderful children that are neurodivergent, and so she shares her experience in the hopes of helping educate and support others who are also parenting similar kiddos.   Our hope this episode is to share one perspective and life experience to support MORE conversations with your kiddos about what it means to be neurodivergent, and how to support their peers and friends who might be. More from Sivan: IG: @sivan_hong_author FB: @sivanhongauthor LinkedIn: sivan-hong-author sivanhong.com ******************************* Join us on Patreon!⁠ Thank you to our Sponsors! Paleovalley - Head to ⁠paleovalley.com/modernmamas⁠ for 15% off Needed - Use code ⁠MODERNMAMAS⁠ for 20% off your first month Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse ⁠HERE⁠ for 15% off your order Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting ⁠foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS⁠ OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

In this week’s catchup, Jess and Laura share life updates, including new career opportunities, potential big moves, and feels around saying goodbye to bath time. Tune in for real talk processing through big transitions, shifting priorities, and the highs and lows of this season. We’re so grateful you’re here! As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune in this week as Laura sits down Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner who teaches women to chart their menstrual cycles for natural birth control, conception, and monitoring overall health. Lisa is back on the podcast to share more of her wisdom around the importance of recognizing the menstrual cycle as a vital sign, why regular ovulation is NOT only important when you want children, and considerations for preconception, fertility, and so much more. Check out her newest book Real Food For Fertility, which she co-authored with Lily Nichols RDN. More from Lisa: www.instagram.com/fertilityfriday Website: fertilityfriday.com/ Chart interpreting free resource: fertilityfriday.com/chart Join us on Patreon! Thank you to our Sponsors! Paleovalley - Head to paleovalley.com/modernmamas for 15% off Needed - Use code MODERNMAMAS for 20% off your first month Wellnesse - Check out Wellnesse HERE for 15% off your order Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

Tune in this week for another catchup where Jess and Laura share life updates, motherhood musings, current favorite foods and supplements, and continued conversation around social media break breakthroughs. Thank you for being here. We are so grateful for this community! As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune into this week's catchup episode where Laura and Jess share real-talk life updates, motherhood feels, and profound realizations around stepping away from social media. This is one you won't want to miss. Thanks for listening, friends! As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune in for a topical episode with Jess and Laura all about making (or not) friends as grownups and mamas. We share insights into how we've built friendships in this season of our life, plus setting boundaries, honoring family time, and finding "balance." And of course, don't miss the fun life catchups and musings you love. Thanks for listening! We're so glad you're here. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

This week, Laura sits down with Abbi Hearne, professional photographer, adventurer, and mother. Find Abbi ice climbing on glaciers, hiking in the desert, and spending time with her husband and two year old daughter. Tune in as she shares her experiences in adventure elopement photography, navigating her unique life path, and honoring the highs and hards of motherhood. We know you’ll love this one. There’s nothing quite like the magic of shared motherhood experience. Find more from Abbi on Instagram: @abbihearne and on her website: thehearnes.com. Join us on Patreon! Thank you to our Sponsors! Paleovalley - Head to paleovalley.com/modernmamas for 15% off Needed- Use code MODERNMAMAS for 20% off your first month Wellnesse- Check out Wellnesse HERE for 15% off your order Foria Intimacy Products - Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout.

In this catchup episode of the Modern Mamas Podcast, Laura and Jess reflect on the end of 2023 - from holiday fun and (of course) food to new year transitions and family dynamics. Laura shares some big life transitions to kick off the new year, and as always the pair offers real talk about motherhood and life. Happy New Year, friends. We’re so excited for another year of sharing, solidarity, and connection in this space. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

On today's episode, Jess sits down to chat with friend and Certified Professional Coach and Transformational Embodiment Facilitator, Ally Vaughan to chat her personal journey with anxiety and how that led her to quit alcohol. We chat in an open and judgement free zone, all the ways in which alcohol can impact and impair our well-being and growth, and how to start this journey if you think it might be for you too. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

In this week's real talk catchup episode, Jess and Laura share their words for the New Year and reflect on the real deal hard stuff from 2023. Tune in for raw emotion, real reflections, and sharing in solidarity. It's been a YEAR. We are so grateful for the endless support of this community and so look forward to a new year ahead and all that's to come. Happy New Year, friends. And THANK YOU. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune in this week as Laura sits down with Dr. Elana Roumell, pediatric naturopathic doctor and creator of Med School for Moms, all about van living! This episode takes a different route from her previous guest interview, quite literally, as Elana shares her family’s 6-month van life adventure - the highs, the hards, the lessons, the reset, and the life of a Doctor Mom and her family of five on the road. Tune in for laughs, reflections, adventure, and so much more! To learn more about her, follow her on Instagram @DrElanaRoumell and her website at www.medschoolformoms.com. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune into this week's catchup episode as Jess and Laura chat about getting older - including Jess' recap and reflections on hitting 40 - and the health and mindset shifts that come along with it. Plus, enjoy holiday joy, gratitude for the slowdown, and real talk life updates. Happy everything, friends! We're so glad you're here. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune in to this week’s catchup as Jess and Laura reflect on the Thanksgiving holiday, along with the highs, lows, hards, and magic of the past two weeks. And enjoy the unexpected, but totally awesome, festive food reflections on the favorite things we made, savored, and shared over the holiday, along with what we look forward to eating in the season ahead. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

On today's episode, Jess gets to chat with Human Design expert and all around LOVELY human, Erin Claire Jones.  Erin gives us an incredible overview of the powerfully  insightful personality tool that is Human Design, and breaks down this somewhat complex system in a way that makes it so easy to understand!   She then takes Jess through a human design session, using the design charts of her children and herself to give her insights on how to use each of their designs to better work together. I absolutely loved learning more about this tool and how to leverage it in my every day life! As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Join in for this week’s catchup where Jess and Laura share life updates - and oh has a lot shifted since last week for both - plus more on life twists, receiving the hard stuff, and the things they’re most grateful for right now. And friends, that includes you! Thanks for tuning in week after week and keeping this community going 6+ years strong. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

In this week's catchup episode, tune in for real-talk sharing on everything from big feels about growing kids, parenting through disappointment, tough school decisions, and even finding moments of balance in this slower (for some) season. Thank you for tuning in, friends. We're so glad you're here. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

This week, Laura sits down with Katie Collins, Co-Founder of Force of Nature, a regeneratively sourced meat company with the mission to reclaim the legacy of meat. Tune in as Katie shares the journey, details the immense impact that choosing regenerative meat has on the health of people and planet, and the impact of including our kiddos in conversations and intentionality around our food choices. We’re so excited to share a very special discount for our listeners too! Save on your Force of Nature order with code: MODERNMAMA. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune in to this week’s catchup episode, where Jess and Laura share current feels and real talk about motherhood, school choices, big work projects, balance - or lack thereof, the real deal hard stuff, and as always, the highlights too. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses pregnancy loss/miscarriage.  Be advised that this will contain potentially sensitive information for some listeners. On today's episode, Jess gets to chat with author and founder of Hope Again Collective, Rachel Lohman.  We get a chance to hear Rachel’s story, how she processed/es through her pregnancy loss, and then tackle some suggestions on supporting loved ones in your life through miscarriage themselves.  October is pregnancy and infant loss awareness month, and we want to send so much love to fellow mamas who've experienced miscarriage - we see you and we are wrapping you in the biggest virtual hug we can. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

In this week’s catch-up episode  Laura recaps her birthday weekend while Jess shares about her trips to Banff and a women’s retreat. We also mix in conversation about gratitude, finding balance, and listening to your gut. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

In this week's episode, Laura sits down with her friend Kali of Seed and Gather to chat all things camping with Kids. Kali is the heart behind Seed and Gather. As a flower farmer and outdoor enthusiast, she spends as much time outside and especially loves camping with her family. This summer, she realized they'd camped 40+ nights with their 3-year-old daughter Mabel, inspiring her to put all that experience and knowledge into a "Camping with Kids" guide that is now available to all!    As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

In this week’s catchup episode, Laura and Jess talk about limiting beliefs, learning to ask for help and intentions for Fall. Of course, we also mix in some life and work updates too! Thanks for being here, friends! We’re so grateful that you’re here.   As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

We’re doing something different this week! This episode is a sneak peek opportunity check out one of our exclusive Patreon episodes. Tune in for a slightly frazzled, real talk, catch-up episode where we reflect on our summer and find grounding in our Patreon “safe space”.   As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

In this week’s topical, Laura and Jess discuss back to school transitions including morning routines and after school activities. They also mix in some life updates and chat about the different seasons of life they are currently in too. Thank you for being here, friends. We’re grateful for the space to share our journeys and the support from this community. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune into this week’s cathartic catchup for reflections on balancing wants and needs - both our own and our kids’, back to school feels, big work updates, and how we’re navigating stress responses to the seasons big shifts. We talk new motherhood perspectives and bringing even tiny moments of self care into this crazy season. Thank you for being here through all of the seasons, friends. We’re so grateful for you. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

On today's episode, Jess gets to chat with registered dietitian, Brittany Beaver, all about a refreshing perspective on baby led weaning with your kiddos.  We dive into what BLW is, what it isn’t, and why it comes recommended.   We also address common concerns, talk about the immediate and life long benefits, AND leave you with practical tips on now to do it with little to no stress!  This is such a good episode  and one I wish I had starting out! As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune in for this week's cathartic catchup where Jess and Laura both dive deep into ways they've witnessed their own personal growth through the hard stuff, the highs and lows, and the triumphs over the past few months, alongside the ways that they continue to acknowledge space for learning and growth (always). Also, we've hit 1 million+ downloads and cannot thank this community enough for over 6 years of support, solidarity, and love. THANK YOU! As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Join in for an end of summer catchup chat as Laura and Jess reflect on rounding out summer, happy lake life, post camping reflections, school transitions, and modeling self forgiveness and learning opportunities. Thank you for being here, friends! If you love what you hear, please share with a friend you love. Thank you for listening! As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

This week, Laura sits down with Ginny Yurich, founder and CEO of 1000 Hours Outside; a global movement, media company and lifestyle brand intensely focused on bringing back balance between virtual life and real life. Tune in as Ginny shares the immense importance of spending time outside, approaching schooling radically, and embracing free time and messy play.Nature is always an answer - a place we can turn to find respite. Ginny wants to empower parents to find that respite for their kids, and therefore, for themselves. Thank you for listening! As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

In this week’s catchup episode, Laura and Jess share life updates, logistical shifts, motherhood musings, summer reflections, and insights in the power of slowing down and giving ourselves grace in this fast-paced season of life. Thank you for being here, friends! We’re so grateful that you’re here. As always this is just us sharing our own unique experiences and is in no way meant as a commentary on YOUR unique life - we hope you enjoy our story

Tune into this week’s cathartic catchup - right off the heels of a therapy session, summer stress, parenting lessons, and big releases - as Laura and Jess talk life, reflect on the season, and share the real, raw, messy, and magic of motherhood. Slow is fast. Less is more. And we’re so glad you’re here. Podcast Links/Sponsors: ⁠⁠⁠Join us on Patreon!⁠⁠⁠ Breana White- No matter where you’re located in the U.S., contact Breana for your home buying needs! Breana White, Broker with Keller Williams Realty Central Oregon, Equal Housing Opportunity. ⁠⁠⁠www.breanasellsbend.kw.com ⁠⁠⁠@breanasellsbend ⁠⁠⁠Foria Intimacy Products ⁠⁠⁠- Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout ⁠⁠⁠Paleovalley⁠⁠⁠ - Head to ⁠⁠⁠https://paleovalley.com/modernamaas⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off

On today's episode, Jess gets to chat with Becca Roses in a follow up episode all about her epigenetic results, what she's learned, what she's changed, and what she hasn't based on her genetic findings.  This one is so fascinating if you're interested in learning your foundational building blocks and cutting out health and wellness noise.  We hope you enjoy! Website: https://mindbodygenes.com/ Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/mindbodygenes/ Podcast Links/Sponsors: ⁠⁠Join us on Patreon!⁠⁠ Breana White- No matter where you’re located in the U.S., contact Breana for your home buying needs! Breana White, Broker with Keller Williams Realty Central Oregon, Equal Housing Opportunity. ⁠⁠www.breanasellsbend.kw.com ⁠⁠@breanasellsbend ⁠⁠Foria Intimacy Products ⁠⁠- Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout ⁠⁠Paleovalley⁠⁠ - Head to ⁠⁠https://paleovalley.com/modernamaas⁠⁠ for 15% off

In this week’s catchup episode, Laura and Jess share life updates, including navigating summer logistical loads, wildland fire wife life reflections, summer camp fun, highs, lows, and all the real talk in between. Tune in for real feels around what finding resiliency and grit through motherhood has meant to us. We see you, mamas. Thank you for being a part of this incredible community! Podcast Links/Sponsors: ⁠⁠Join us on Patreon!⁠⁠ Breana White- No matter where you’re located in the U.S., contact Breana for your home buying needs! Breana White, Broker with Keller Williams Realty Central Oregon, Equal Housing Opportunity. ⁠⁠www.breanasellsbend.kw.com ⁠⁠@breanasellsbend ⁠⁠Foria Intimacy Products ⁠⁠- Get 20% off your first order of CBD based intimacy products by visiting foriawellness.com/MODERNMAMAS OR use code MODERNMAMAS at checkout ⁠⁠Paleovalley⁠⁠ - Head to ⁠⁠https://paleovalley.com/modernamaas⁠⁠ for 15% off