M.O.M. Files - Moments of Motherhood
M.O.M. Files - Moments of Motherhood
M.O.M. Files - Moments of Motherhood
M.O.M. Files - Moments of Motherhood M.O.M. Files - Moments of Motherhood M.O.M. Files - Moments of Motherhood
Feeling overstimulated, touched out, or just plain burnt out as a mom? You’re not the only one—and you’re in the right place.
M.O.M. Files - Moments of Motherhood is a cozy, conversation-style show for moms who are craving connection, not perfection. A place where the hard things have room to exist without shame.
Think intentional, honest chats (full of reflections), not structured advice from moms in the thick of it—mentally, emotionally, and physically. This is for you if you feel unseen by hustle culture, Pinterest parenting, and toxic positivity. You’re not broken – you’re just in it, and we see you.
Join us Wednesdays for realistic wisdom, gentle validation, and encouragement from the trenches. Take what works, leave what doesn’t—no judgment, pressure, or perfection. Just presence, permission, and the reminder that you’re never alone in this.
Welcome to your village.
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Episode 30. Postpartum Reality Meets Play with Dr. Kim Van Dusen
Feeling exhausted postpartum but still want to connect with your older kids without burning yourself out even more? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Kim Van Dusen to talk about realistic ways to connect through play during postpartum and overwhelming seasons of motherhood — without adding more pressure.
Episode 29. Make the First 6 Weeks Postpartum Easier (Without Doing More)
Are you preparing for postpartum or just preparing for the baby? In this episode, Aleea and Hav talk about the small things that quietly make postpartum harder—or easier. The real-life systems that matter once the visitors leave, and survival mode kicks in.
Episode 28. Realistic Postpartum Prep
How are you supposed to heal, function, and care for a newborn at the same time? This week, Aleea and Hav get honest about the part no one really prepares you for: postpartum.
Episode 27. Nesting Tips to Make Postpartum Easier
Feeling the nesting urge kick in? In this episode, Hav and Aleea dive into what nesting actually looks like during pregnancy—beyond the perfectly styled nursery.
Episode 26. The Hospital Bag Reality Check
What do you actually need in your hospital bag? We’re back with Season 3! In today’s episode, Aleea and Hav get real about preparing for labor—both physically and mentally. They share what they packed, what they actually used, and what they’d skip next time.
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Do you—or someone you know—have a story that belongs on the podcast? We’d love to connect and explore if it’s the right fit.