In this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Olin, the Co-Founder and CEO of LUMO Leadership.

With over 10,000 hours of coaching and facilitation experience, Sarah has advised top executives at renowned organizations such as the United Nations, Google, and the NBA (just to name a few!). Her passion for empowering individuals and organizations is palpable, focusing on fostering connection, advocacy, and personal growth.

Sarah’s insights are particularly invaluable for mothers navigating personal and professional growth amidst challenges. In this episode, you’ll learn about:

1. The Difference Between Coaching and Therapy: Sarah walks us through coaching as a transformative and essential tool, especially beneficial for mothers balancing career, parenthood, and personal growth and breaks down when you should seek coaching versus when to seek therapy.

2. Conquering Imposter Syndrome: Drawing from personal experiences, Sarah discusses strategies to overcome self-doubt whenever it creeps in.

3. Juggling Motherhood and a Demanding Career: Sarah provides insights into the motherhood penalty and shares her strategies for effectively managing both parenting and professional responsibilities, including practical advice she deploys herself as it relates to self-care and stress management.

4. Lessons from Motherhood: Reflecting on her journey, Sarah shares profound lessons learned from navigating the complexities of parenthood, offering wisdom gained from her own experiences raising her pre-teen daughter.

5. Cultivating Supportive Communities: Sarah underscores the significance of community and connection for women, offering guidance on fostering meaningful relationships in both professional and personal spheres.

This episode promises to be a source of inspiration and practical wisdom for all - join us as we delve into navigating the intersection of motherhood, career, and personal fulfillment!

Links:

• Sarah Olin on LinkedIn

• Register to sign up for LUMO’s weekly newsletter: https://39764092.hs-sites.com/lumonewsletter

• LUMO works directly with businesses to tailor their offerings to each company’s specific needs. For more details on how LUMO can help your company take care of new and expecting parents in your organization, feel free to reach out to: hello@lumoleadership.com

• Blessing of the B-Minus

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As we are all in the midst of the joy and chaos that is the summer season, we are bringing you a re-release of one of our favorite episodes that is so apropos right now: renowned author and breathwork specialist Ashley Neese is on the show to talk about something much needed for all mamas. REST!

Over the last fifteen years, Ashley has had the privilege of helping thousands of people with crippling anxiety, exhaustion, boundary setting, emotional regulation, grief, anger, overwhelm, and chronic stress. Her revolutionary work has consistently been featured in prominent outlets such as Vogue, Goop, Mind Body Green, and we know you will love this episode.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How to soothe your nervous system

• Manage feelings of anxiety and overwhelm

• What are grounding practices and can you easily weave them into micro moments throughout your day

• Reconnect to yourself by quieting your mind and body

You can discover Ashley’s incredible work and connect with her via:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashley_neese/

• Her uplifting substack: https://thedeepercall.substack.com/

• Her latest book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/690360/permission-to-rest-by-ashley-neese/

• Her first book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/how-to-breathe-ashley-neese/1129663433;jsessionid=18116B5158D0DE63CCEFF1F3EA5D4C7E.prodny_store02-atgap13?ean=9780399582714&st=AFF&2sid=Linktree%20Pty%20Ltd_100589976_NA&sourceId=AFFLinktree%20Pty%20Ltd

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You asked and we listened! Today we are joined by an expert on all things skincare, injectables, and facial aesthetics. Molly Tomich is a physician assistant specializing in cosmetic dermatology, and a new mom embarking upon her own journey back to work after maternity leave. We got candid with Molly on all of your (and our!) skincare concerns - from skin laxity to anti-aging routines, and pressed her to answer the most burning question for so many of us - is more expensive skincare really better?!

Skincare and aesthetics play a crucial role in boosting confidence for busy women and moms, and Molly brings her passion and expertise to educate our listeners on how they can best care for their skin during all seasons of life.

Join us as we discuss:

• Skincare During Life Transitions: Molly helps every mama understand ideal skincare routines while trying to conceive (TTC), during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and educating us on which key ingredients to avoid while providing safe alternatives.

• The Cost of Skincare: She breaks down the myth that effective skincare products need to be expensive, giving us suggestions on how to build an effective and approachable skincare routine.

• Skincare for Busy Women: Molly provides practical skincare tips and product recommendations for busy women, focusing on the essential steps and multi-purpose products (spoiler alert - she believes less is more!)

• Must-Have Skincare Products: Identifying essential skincare products for everyone's routine, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and efficacy.

• The Role of Cosmetic Procedures: Exploring the effectiveness of skincare products versus surgical procedures in combating skin elasticity and natural aging that occurs in our 30s, 40s, and beyond.

Links:

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34146086/#:~:text=Background%3A%20The%20popularity%20of%20videoconferencing,on%20camera%20for%20extended%20periods.

• https://www.precedenceresearch.com/anti-aging-cosmetics-market

• Agency Skincare

• The Treatment Skin Boutique

• Molly’s Instagram

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If you’ve ever experienced anxious thoughts, feelings of burnout, or moments of self-doubt, you are not alone and this episode is the one for you.

We know that more moms are feeling MORE anxious and burned out than ever, with more than two-thirds of mothers reporting feeling of burnout and overwhelm. So in this episode, we decided to enlist the help of a renowned expert to help us understand where to go from here.

Today we are joined by a guest with expertise in maternal mental health - by the way of her Ivy League education but also in her role as a mother and therapist to mothers - Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein PhD. Dr Carolyn is an accomplished psychologist and author - and today she is all ours as we hear how us as busy, overwhelmed mamas might consider managing our own thoughts and expectations (of motherhood and of ourselves!).

Join us as we discuss:

• High Functioning Anxiety in Motherhood: We unpack this often referred to phrase and learn how to recognize and manage anxiety amidst the seemingly endless demands of motherhood.

• Redefining Success on Our Own Terms: Initiating the process of redefining success beyond societal norms and what we may have expected for ourselves when we were younger.

• Integrating Research into Practice: Incorporating research findings and the latest data sets to help us manage our own anxious and stressful thoughts more effectively.

• Overcoming Self-Doubt and Fear of Failure: Actionable advice for combating the oh to common struggles many of us face around “letting someone down.”

We hope this episode serves you and reminds you that while there is no perfect parent, you are exactly the mom your kiddo(s) need.

With love - Jenn & Laura

Links:

• Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein website

• Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein Instagram

• Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein Book: Perseverance: How Young People Turn Fear into Hope-and How They Can Teach Us to Do the Same

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Today we are joined by mother of five and Medical Director, Dr. Jennifer McLeland of Frame Fertility to raise awareness and honor World Infertility Awareness Month this month.

Dr. McLeland brings a wealth of expertise and an unmatched passion for women’s healthcare and fertility and we know this conversation with help so many of you, regardless of where you are on your fertility and overall health journey.

Join us as we discuss:

• Common infertility concepts, challenges and misconceptions.

• Dr. McLeland's personal journey and specialization in women’s fertility.

• What women struggling with fertility can do to care for themselves during difficult times.

• How she balances a demanding career and the pressures that come along with being a working mother to give kiddos.

• What we can expect from the future of fertility treatments.

Links:

• Frame Fertility

• Motherly Article: "Am I Ready for a Baby?"

• Dr. Jenn McLeland on LinkedIn

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Today's episode is heating up with the topic of hormonal shifts! Whether you're knee-deep in motherhood or just beginning, the menopausal and perimenopausal phases are closer than you think. Join us as we delve into this vital conversation with an esteemed guest — Midi Health Co-Founder and CEO Joanna Strober. As someone who has spent her career building businesses that unlock the potential of women and their families, Joanna has a visionary approach to transforming women's healthcare, particularly in addressing the challenges of menopause. It’s no surprise she created the first and only virtual-care platform for women experiencing this significant life change.

Join us as we discuss:

- The Evolution of Working Parenthood: Reflecting on her book "Getting to 50/50," Joanna discusses changes in the landscape of working parents and partnerships over the past 15 years.

- Lessons from a Decades-Long Career: Joanna imparts wisdom gained from her extensive career in business, highlighting key lessons learned along the way.

- Understanding Menopause and Perimenopause: Joanna provides definitions and age ranges for menopause and perimenopause, plus common symptoms experienced during these phases. We discuss empowering women to educate themselves, particularly in their early to mid-thirties.

- The Role of Midi Health: Explore how Midi Health supports women in aging their best and managing menopausal symptoms with dignity and ease.

- The Economic Impact of Menopause: Discussing the significant economic impact of menopause and its implications for consumers in the coming years.

Grab a pen and paper and an open mind. Together with Joanna, we’re ready to help you navigate these inevitable hormonal shifts with confidence and grace.

Links:

• Midi Health

• Joanna on LinkedIn

• Getting to 50/50: How Working Couples Can Have It All by Sharing It All by Joanna Strober and Sharon Meers

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We're honored to have Dr. Cassidy Freitas, LMFT, join us to discuss how critical conversations around maternal mental health must be discussed often and openly. Dr. Freitas is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in peripartum mental health. With a wealth of firsthand experience as a mother herself and expertise running her own group practice, Cassidy supports the treatment of emotional pain, trauma, grief and loss, while honoring the courage and vulnerability it takes to ask for help. She encourages us to look at our wounds, to embrace the messy parts of our lives, and understand the WHY behind so many common struggles. She explains what it means to “hold space” for meaningful change and healing, while sharing strategies for how we can prioritize our own mental well-being during the lifelong journey of motherhood.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

- Balancing Work and Motherhood: Strategies for mothers to prioritize mental well-being while managing professional and family responsibilities.

- Supporting Maternal Mental Health: Dr. Cassidy discusses varying approaches to supporting mothers experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges.

- Understanding Mom Rage: Exploring common triggers for mom rage and coping strategies for navigating the common intense emotions.

- Addressing Guilt: How to help mothers address feelings of guilt while validating their range of emotions.

- Coping Strategies: Techniques for managing inevitable stress and overwhelm both at home and in the workplace.

Tune in for a rich discussion that will empower and support you, wherever you may be on your motherhood journey.

Links:

• Dr. Cassidy’s Website

• Dr. Cassidy’s Instagram

• Holding Space Podcast

• Open Path Collective

• Postpartum.net

• Psychology Today

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We are so excited for you to listen to today’s episode with Monique Volz, a corporate marketer turned blogger and cookbook author. Monique’s goal is simply this: to inspire us all, both in and out of the kitchen - and she does that and then some.

Together we discuss how to confidently leave behind a “dream job” in order to ruthlessly pursue your dreams and Monique shares what began as a personal journey to share her favorite recipes while processing the loss of her father has blossomed into a multifaceted brand known for its innovative dishes, vibrant photography, and heartfelt storytelling. Beyond the kitchen, Monique is a fellow mama (three toddler boys!) and entrepreneur, balancing the demands of motherhood with the responsibilities of running a successful business.

Monique shares her personal practices for balancing the many demands of life while making time for herself, and she does it in the most authentic and approachable way. We close with a discussion on how she manages running successful businesses and raising three, energetic toddlers and it left each of us feeling so inspired.

This episode is filled with so many pearls of wisdom that we’ll remember as we approach our own daily lives. We adore how honest and approachable Monique is, and how despite growing her team, still manages to stay close and connected to her community. If you’re ready to sit down with three girlfriends and chat openly and honestly about all things ambition in motherhood, this is the episode for you.

Links:

• Monique’s IG

• Monique’s cookbook

• Monique’s blog

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