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• 375: Why Does My Body Feel Like it's 90 When I'm Only 45?!

  Ever tried to stand up from the couch and needed a moment of silence to honor your knees? 😩 You’re not alone, friend. In this episode, we welcome Brie’s big sis and a physical therapist, Shanna, on the podcast. We get down and dirty about what happens to our bodies during perimenopause—and why it suddenly feels like gravity’s got a personal vendetta against us. We’re breaking down how to regain strength during perimenopause, what the heck is happening to your muscles (spoiler: estrogen's peacing out), and the tiny daily habits that make a huge difference. Think Pilates, planks, squats, and… mermaid workouts? 🧜‍♀️ Yes, really. So if you’re tired of grunting every time you bend down or just want to avoid aging like your great aunt Myrtle (no offense, Myrtle), this one’s for you. Tune in and laugh your way to a stronger core—because feeling 90 at 45 is not the vibe. Resources We Shared: Ready for your kids to stop constantly fighting? Get our FREE Siblings Adventure Log and Finally see your kids stop fighting with each other and get 30 minutes of peace. Join our FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast group Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Check out our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop with recommended books and books from podcast guests HERE! Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Check out our favorite deals and discounts from our amazing sponsors here! #parentingpodcast #parentingtips #selfcare #mentalload #kids #teenager #toddler #preschooler #baby #noguiltmom #aging, #health, #physicaltherapy, #womenshealth, #perimenopause, #wellness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• 374: Safe Spaces Start at Home: LGBTQ+ Allyship Tips for Parents with Elena Joy Thurston

  Ever wonder if you're doing this whole “inclusive parenting” thing right… or just winging it with a rainbow sticker and good intentions? Same here. In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Elena Joy Thurston—a powerhouse CEO of Latitude and LGBTQ+ advocate, speaker, and mom of four—who went from banana-bread-baking Mormon mom to fierce voice for authentic allyship. We dig into real allyship for parents, like unlearning bias (yes, even the sneaky stuff), turning “oops” moments into growth, and why loving your kid means more than posting during Pride Month. Because safe spaces for LGBTQ+ kids don’t start on Instagram—they start in our living rooms. Resources We Shared: Learn more about Elena’s work here Get our Stop Doing Checklist absolutely FREE, so you can start taking tasks off your plate today! Join our FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast group Follow us on Instagram! Check out our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop with recommended books and books from podcast guests HERE! Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Check out our favorite deals and discounts from our amazing sponsors here! #parentingpodcast #parentingtips #selfcare #mentalload #kids #teenager #toddler #preschooler #baby #noguiltmom #PrideMonth #LGBTQSupport #ConversionTherapySurvivor #TransRightsAreHumanRights #LGBTQFamily #LGBTQ, #mentalhealth, #allyship, #empathy, #support, #personalgrowth #AuthenticAllyship, #ParentingWithoutShame, #InclusiveParenting, #ElenaJoyThurston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• 373: The Personal Spending Paradox: Why It's Harder to Buy That Dress Than Pay for Everyone Else

  Do you consider yourself a master negotiator when it comes to finding the "best" deal on a new school backpack, but suddenly get amnesia when it's time to justify buying yourself a coffee that costs more than a dollar?  This episode dives deep into why buying that cute top feels like a federal offense, but splurging on your kid's every whim is a walk in the park. It turns out, selfless spending can actually release dopamine, the brain's feel-good chemical, making it easier to be generous with others while self-spending can lead to guilt due to conflicting beliefs.  Ready to ditch the undies with holes and buy yourself something nice? Tune in and let's get you feeling worthy! Resources We Shared: Get our Stop Doing Checklist absolutely FREE, so you can start taking tasks off your plate today! Join our FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast group Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Check out our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop with recommended books and books from podcast guests HERE! Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Check out our favorite deals and discounts from our amazing sponsors here! #parentingpodcast #parentingtips #selfcare #mentalload #kids #teenager #toddler #preschooler #baby #noguiltmom #spendinghabits, #emotionalhealth, #womenempowerment, #self-worth, #guilt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• 372: Real Housewives, Real Pressure: Jackie Goldschneider Gets Real About Eating Disorders and Perfection

  Ever feel like you're caught in a never-ending chase for perfection? Like you have to be the perfect mom, have the perfect body, and the perfect life, all while keeping it together? This episode, we talk with Jackie Goldschneider from The Real Housewives of New Jersey, who knows this pressure all too well. Before becoming a reality TV star, Jackie was an attorney and journalist, but behind the seemingly perfect facade, she was battling a severe eating disorder. Jackie takes us back to her childhood, sharing how food and dieting became intertwined with love, guilt, and control. She opens up about the dangerous allure of being "the thin one" and the isolating reality of anorexia. In this powerful and honest conversation, Jackie reveals how societal expectations can warp our relationship with food, the lengths to which someone will go to hide an eating disorder, what finally motivated her to seek recovery – and how she redefined her identity, and advice for anyone who suspects a loved one is struggling with disordered eating. If you've ever felt the weight of perfection, this episode is a must-listen. Jackie's story is a reminder that you are not alone, and there is hope for healing and self-acceptance. Resources We Shared: The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) Get Jackie’s book, The Weight of Beautiful Join our FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast group Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Follow Jackie on Instagram Check out our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop with recommended books and books from podcast guests HERE! Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Check out our favorite deals and discounts from our amazing sponsors here! #parentingpodcast #parentingtips #selfcare #mentalload #kids #teenager #toddler #preschooler #baby #noguiltmom #eatingdisorders, #dietculture, #mentalhealth, #JackieGoldschneider, #realityTV, #RealHousewives, #bodyimage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• 371: Puberty at 8?! What Parents Need to Know About The Crucial Years with Dr. Sheryl Gonzalez Ziegler

  Ever feel like you blinked and suddenly your sweet elementary schooler is dealing with big emotions, social drama, and maybe even puberty?  You're not alone! In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Sheryl Gonzalez-Ziegler, a clinical psychologist and bestselling author, to dive into her newest book, "The Crucial Years: The Essential Guide to Mental Health and Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood". Dr. Ziegler sheds light on why these 6- to 12-year-old years are so important (and often overlooked!) and gives actionable advice on how to support your child's emotional, social, and mental health during this time. We tackle tough topics like why kids are facing more pressure than ever (seriously, what IS that new math?), how to prioritize emotional intelligence over academics (because surviving the playground is way more important than the Pythagorean theorem, right?), navigating the tricky world of screens and social media (where we're all just trying to keep up!), and effective strategies for emotional regulation (for both you and your kiddo, because let's face it, meltdowns are a family affair). We’ll help you connect with your child, decode their tween/teen-ish behavior, and maybe, just maybe, avoid completely losing it before they hit high school. Consider this your survival guide to the "forgotten years" – it's a wild ride, but we're in this together! Resources We Shared: Get The Crucial Years: The Essential Guide to Mental Health and Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood (Ages 6-12) Get our Stop Doing Checklist absolutely FREE, so you can start taking tasks off your plate today! Join our FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast group Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Check out our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop with recommended books and books from podcast guests HERE! Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Check out our favorite deals and discounts from our amazing sponsors here! #parentingpodcast #parentingtips #selfcare #mentalload #kids #teenager #toddler #preschooler #baby #noguiltmom #Sherylgonzalezziegler #thecrucialyears #HarvestBooks #middlechildhood #puberty #theforgottenyears #earlyonsetpuberty  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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