MOM2MOM with Maria Sansone
93 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSome days we crush it, some days we don’t, but we’re all ‘momming’ the best way we know how. We’re the girlfriend you come to when you have a question you can’t ask anyone else, and the best friend to laugh with over the purely hilarious moments of the mom… and dad… world. Join MOM2MOM Host Maria Sansone as she sits down with experts, authors, entrepreneurs, athletes and everyday folks about all the things women and caregivers are talking about.
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Queen "Crime Junkie" Ashley Flowers on Motherhood & True Crime
May 09, 2022 12:44 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBThere's something about true crime that draws you in; it's intense and addictive. Some may say you quickly become a "junkie"...a "crime junkie." The popular audiochuck true crime podcast has exploded since its inception. Host Ashley Flowers explains why people love these stories, the serious responsibility in telling these stories ethically, and how she hopes to give back to the victims' families and teams fighting for justice. She also dishes on how her first few months of motherho...
Business Rooted in Community & Culture with Tracy Skelly
May 02, 2022 09:30 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBThey say necessity if the mother of invention, and there is no truer statement for the Little Cocoa Bean Co. The Boston-based baby food company was founded by Tracy Skelly just a few years ago. She wanted to challenge the stereotyped idea of a baby's first foods and began to develop her own recipes. The journey has not always been easy, with thoughts of doubt and hurdles, but she is has powered through. She shares her mission with the company, opens up about her experience as a Blac...
Dear White Women: Prepare To Get (Un)comfortable Talking About Race
April 25, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBDear White Women – yes, you. Sara Blanchard and Misasha Suzuki Graham need a moment of your time. Step away from your computer, put down the laundry…and let’s do something that will really benefit your family: let’s talk about race. That’s the raw message that these two friends who met at Harvard who are now mothers, anti-racism advocates and educators. “Dear White Women” is the title of their book and podcast. Now, they are sharing their wisdom, wit and 3 pronged approach to create...
Divorce, Decisions & Dating
April 11, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBDivorce can be difficult for a couple, their kids and their families. Often, there are many questions to tackle before, during and after the decision is made and it can get overwhelming fast. Ashley Wood, a certified divorce coach, breaks all of it down. Ashley shares how to know when divorce is the best option and how to break the news to the kids. She also talks about parallel parenting, a great option for ex-spouses who prefer limited contact. And she dives into dating after divo...
How To Handle Stress Without the Mess with Dr. G
April 04, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBAre you stressed?! Many people are feeling, or have felt, some kind of overwhelm recently. Resilience and Parenting Expert Dr. Deborah Gilboa shares that this is completely normal as any change brings stress and the rate of stress has been rising. Dr. G explains that not all stress is necessarily bad, we just need tools to handle it. So, she offers the biggest stressors for professional women and practical ways to combat them. Finally, she debunks four common myths surrounding menta...
Speaking in Love Languages with Dr. Tracy D
March 21, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBHow are the relationships in your life?! Could they use a little love, literally and figuratively?! Relationship expert Dr. Tracy Dalgleish explains why understanding your love languages can be extremely helpful for all relationships and how they can change during different seasons of life. Dr. Tracy also talks about boundaries; first she defines them and then offers suggestions to establish and respect them. Communication, flexibility and confidence are strong components of strong ...
How to Raise Kids Who Won't Grow up to be Jerks
March 14, 2022 09:30 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBMost parents want to raise happy, health, and kind kids that turn into kind adults. Of course, there's tons of books and research out there with ideas on how to do that, but most of the time parents rely on their instincts. What if we told you that some of the best ways to raise a "good human" are counter-intuitive? We're not kidding. Melinda Wenner Moyer, a science journalist and the author of "How to Raise Kids Who Aren't A**holes," did tons of research to find science that backed...
How to Raise a Kids Who Won't Grow up to be a Jerk
March 14, 2022 09:30 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBMost parents want to raise happy, health, and kind kids that turn into kind adults. Of course, there's tons of books and research out there with ideas on how to do that, but most of the time parents rely on their instincts. What if we told you that some of the best ways to raise a "good human" are counter-intuitive? We're not kidding. Melinda Wenner Moyer, a science journalist and the author of "How to Raise Kids Who Aren't A**holes," did tons of research to find science that backed...
From Clutter to Cash!
March 07, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBSpring is just around the corner, making it the perfect time to clean up all that clutter around your house! What's better than getting organized? Making money in the process! Deb Colameta, author of "Best Offer, Best Life!" joins Maria to share how to successfully navigate online yard sales, distinguish between trash and treasure when getting organized, pick the best platforms, and most importantly, how to shift your mindset for long term change. And it's not just for the adults! D...
It's Not Too Late: Journalist Richelle Carey's Journey to Motherhood in Her 40s
March 01, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBIt wasn't too long ago that the idea of becoming a first-time mom after 50 was a crazy idea. But thanks to celebrities like Naomi Campbell, Janet Jackson, Hoda Kotb, and so many other women the idea doesn't seem so crazy anymore. Journalist Richelle Carey always planned to settle down, find a partner and start a family when her busy career would allow. As time ticked on, she decided to become more intentional about this dream; she froze her eggs, later endured a round of IVF, and ul...
How to Better Connect & Communicate With Teens
February 28, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBThe teen years can be so fun, careless and adventurous; they can also be trying and tough. And for many teens it can be hard to connect with adults, especially their parents. But it doesn't have to be that way, thanks to "Teen Whisperer" Kirsten Cobabe. The teen and family coach helps people find ways to lay a foundation of trust, communication and connection with successful strategies. Cobabe understands that teens need to feel seen, supported and in control. She also understands t...
Getting Sober Curious with "Recovery is the New Black" Founder Michelle Smith
February 21, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBHas your relationship changed over the last few years? Maybe leaning on the evening cocktail a little too much? A lot of women are taking a closer look with their relationship with alcohol, especially after two years in the pandemic. Michelle Smith, Founder of "Recovery is the New Black," breaks down this idea of sober curiosity and shares some of her own journey to sobriety. Smith also offers tips to navigate social situations during this exploration. We're all about finding ways t...
Rise & Grind: The Negative Impacts of Today's Hustle Culture
February 14, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB“Rise and Grind.” “No Days Off.” “The Hustle Never Stops.” How many times have you heard these sayings? Probably too many. In today’s world we glorify hustle culture. We celebrate busyness, long hours, and “the grind” while often sacrificing self-care, mental and sometimes even physical health. Digital Anthropologist Rahaf Harfoush knows this culture and consequences of burnout all too well. Harfoush is the author of “Hustle and Float: Reclaim Your Creativity and Thrive in a World O...
Choosing Happiness & Finding Gratitude Over Grief with Ty Alexander
February 07, 2022 12:30 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBTy Alexander will be your new ultimate hype girl! After losing her mom nearly 10 years ago she published her first book "Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died" and has built an incredible community of people choosing gratitude over grief every day. She shares with Maria how she chooses happiness every day (spoiler: we can all do the same thing!) Ty also talks about how she prioritizes herself so she can pour into others...without guilt! The podcast host, author, DJ, blogger, wife ...
"Living Fully": How Blogger Mallory Ervin Stepped into Her Vibrant Life
January 31, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBLiving fully is a choice, and it's one that Nashville blogger Mallory Ervin makes every day. She's lived a full life growing up with a big family on a farm in Kentucky, competing with Miss America, adventuring on "The Amazing Race" with her dad, and so much more. During that time, her obsession with perfection lead her to a pretty dark low. In her new book "Living Fully: Dare to Step into Your Most Vibrant Life" she peels back the layers and how she chose a life of fulfillment, joy ...
Modernizing Menopause with Sally Mueller
January 17, 2022 12:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBThey're calling it a menopause movement. It's inevitable for women and it's something we don't talk about nearly enough....yet. So, Sally Mueller and Michelle Jacobs have begun to modernize menopause with Womaness. Today, Sally joins Maria to explain how her personal experience with symptoms and lack of information and acceptable products lead to the brand launch. It's not that we don't know it exists, but we don't know what it can look like in our own lives. She also talks about wh...
It's OK to Ditch Your New Year's Resolutions...Actually
January 05, 2022 18:48 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBIs it OK to ditch the New Year’s Resolutions? Absolutely. Dr. Rachel Goldman, a clinical psychologist based in New York City, suggests reframing New Year’s resolutions to SMART goals. Often we think resolutions will just magically happen if we say it out loud, but we know that doesn’t work. Dr. Rachel offers tips for making attainable goals, with specific details, measurable marks, and a plan. She share how to stay motivated when stress inevitable shows up or when we get tired of do...
Happy Holidays with Tiffany Jenkins
December 20, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBIt's crunch time....it's the final days before Christmas, then school vacation, and New Year's Eve! It's a busy time of year and funny lady Tiffany Jenkins gets it! The founder of the "Juggling the Jenkins" blog, author, content creator, comedian, recovering addict, and mom joins Maria to talk about surviving the holiday season by prioritizing the things that matter. She also talks about her tour "My Name is Not Mom" where she collaborates with Meredith Masony and Dena Blizzard to f...
Toxic Positivity: Is Too Much of a Good Thing Bad?
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBSociety has always told us to see the glass half full, but is that always possible? Sometimes, yes. Always, no. Natalie Christine Dattilo is a licensed psychologist and she explains to us the idea of toxic positivity. It's the concept of dismissing negative emotions through suggesting positive thinking. Dr. Natalie shares why we do this (we're going back to our childhood for this one!), some ways we can re-train ourselves to not do this, and improve our listening skills. She also wi...
How to Beat "Momsomnia" with Sleep Expert Dr. Shelby
December 06, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBHow good does a good night's sleep sound?! The kind where you fall asleep fast, sleep through the night, and wakeup refreshed and renewed. Today, Sleep Expert Dr. Shelby Harris will be able to help you get just that! She explains the popular term "momsomnia" -- what it is, why you may be experiencing it, and what you can do to beat it. She also dives into how you can determine how many hours you need to show up everyday (spoiler: you do NOT adjust to less sleep over time!), how alco...
"Tidy Dad" Tyler Moore Explains Living with "Just Enough"
November 29, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBReady to clear space, in your physical space and your mind, for the things that truly matter in life?! "Tidy Dad" Tyler Moore did just that when he realized that climbing the professional ladder was actually causing more stress than pleasure and spending more time out of the home left him sad. Through therapy and tidying Tyler has made a life that works for him. He shares his journey, his tips for making small changes in your life and more with Maria. Check out all of the MOM2MOM e...
Authors of "The Proudest Color" on Adding Diverse Kids Books
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBRepresentation matters...in the media, in workplaces, and on our bookshelves. Dr. Sheila Modir and Jeff Kashou are making that a little easier with the release of their first children's book "The Proudest Color." Dr. Sheila and Jeff share how their personal experiences, clinical professional backgrounds, and the murder of George Floyd inspired them to put pen to paper. The book introduces concepts of race, racism, and racial pride to kids, even including resources for parents to sta...
How 'Bookfluencer' Zibby Owns Went From Marketing to Publisher in 3 Years
November 15, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBMoms don't have time to....do just about anything! Mom Zibby Owens knew this all too well which inspired her to start her podcast "Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books." She quickly realized how fun it was to connect with authors and share their stories and how hungry people were to hear them! Now Zibby is a 2-time author, award-winning podcast host, and publisher. She shares her story with Maria, advice for writing a book, and hoe the power of community and connection drives it all. ...
Mom Rage: The Feelings of Overwhelm Boiling Up
November 08, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBYelling at our kids is certainly not the proud our proudest 'mom moments,' but it happens..to all of us. The feelings of overwhelm, stress, burnout, and failure add up to bring us to a breaking point. Writer Minna Dubin identified this as mom rage. Yes, there is a name for it! And no, we don't talk about it enough. Dubin joins Maria to break down what mom rage truly is, why we feel it (personal and systemic triggers), and what we can do immediately and over time. Check out all of t...
The Power of Gratitude with Gina Hamadey
November 01, 2021 17:45 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBThank you: two small words with a much larger meaning. Gina Hamadey knows that well! The author and mom of two set out to write 365 letters of gratitude in 2018. We're not talking the obligatory birthday present thank you note; these were random but intentional letters of gratitude. After, Gina put all she learned into a book called "I Want to Thank You." She joins Maria to chat about the lessons learned, power of gratitude, ability to look for what is instead of what isn't, need to...
Egg Freezing 101 with Whitney Bischoff Angel
October 28, 2021 19:52 - 19 minutes - 18 MBDo you feel in control when it comes to your future and children? Egg Freezing Nurse Specialist Whitney Bischoff Angel shares how women can take back control of starting a family, on their own time with egg freezing. As both a nurse and patient, Whitney shares the medical and emotional elements of the process. She also talks about how the pandemic impacted the industry, why some women are waiting to have kids and more. Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes: nbcboston.com/mom-2-mom ...
Make More Happiness with Meaghan B Murphy
October 18, 2021 13:21 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBThe flip switched when Meaghan B Murphy, Editor-in-Chief at Woman's Day Magazine, learned she could 'do' happy instead of waiting to 'be' happy. After some trying teen years, Meaghan began practicing science-backed ways to find and create more happiness and it worked. In her first book "Your Fully Charged Life," she shares how you can find 'yay' (gratitude) in every day, how to make the most of daily interactions and set your self up to spread joy and positivity. Today, she share so...
'Born Ready' with Jodie Patterson
October 11, 2021 10:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBWhat would you do if your three year old told you that they were different than the person the world say them as? Author Jodie Patterson was faced with that situation. She embraced her transgender son and embarked on her own journey of gender and identity. In her new children's book "Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope," Patterson shares an important story of humanity, acceptance, and inclusion. Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes: nbcboston.com/mom-2-mom Follow a...
How to Fight 'Super Mom Syndrome'
October 04, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBHave you ever called yourself Super Mom?! You know, the mom who strives for perfection with the homemade birthday treats for school, volunteers for carpool pick up and works like crazy for a promotion. Mom Coach and Mentor Deborah Porter explains how this so-called Super Mom Syndrome can actually be dangerous. She encourages women to take off the "costume" and offers tips for setting up systems at home to make things more manageable. She also explains how home-life balance is achiev...
How to Parent Like a Spy
September 27, 2021 10:30 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBDo you want to parent like a spy?! And no, it's not listening in to your kids playdate or tracking their every move. Actually it's the opposite: autonomy. Former CIA Intelligence Analyst and "License to Parent" Author Christina Hillsberg joins Maria Sansone to discuss how she and husband Ryan (former CIA officer) parent using strategies they learned while training in espionage. Hillsberg discusses how she teaches her children to spot danger, trust their instinct, be prepared for cri...
Reset Your A.M. Routine For Success with Liz Plosser
September 20, 2021 19:55 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBWhat do your mornings look like? Are they chaotic as you try to rush everyone out the door or do you take time for yourself so you can own the rest of your day? If you identify with the chaotic scene, listen up! Liz Plosser, Editor-in-Chief of Women's Health and new author of "Own Your Morning," joins Maria Sansone to help you take back control of your mornings. Plosser wasn't always a morning person but has adopted morning rituals that have helped her fill her cup before even start...
"The Parent Compass:" How to Help Your Teens Navigate Their Own Success
September 13, 2021 21:42 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBWouldn't it be nice if hospitals gave out "how-to be a parent" books when you have a child?! And then send another when you're approaching the teen years? Well, Cynthia Muchnick and Jenn Curtis wrote a parenting book that's the closest thing to that latter: "The Parent Compass." The education consultants and co-authors offer tips on how to navigate the teen years through empowerment, flexibility and guidance. Muchnick and Curtis, inspired to put pen to paper when "Operation Varsity ...
Stepping into a Successful School Year
September 01, 2021 16:47 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBIt's that time of year again: back to school! Before you panic with the new routines, busy schedules and hungry kids, listen up. Maria is joined by three boss moms to help you navigate this time. First, "The Workspace for Children" Founder Lizzie Assa gives her tips to help the littles (and their parents!) feel confident heading back in the classroom, "Routine Queen" Ashley Brown offers 5 ways to build and sustain a routine, and Audrey McClelland shares her favorites back to school ...
How to Keep Your Kids Safe Online
August 25, 2021 15:30 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBKids are on their phones, tablets and computers now more than ever! Research shows that teens are in front of screen for more than seven hours a day…for fun! So how do we parent a tech-involved generation when we’ve never been through it ourselves? Internet Safety Expert Katie Greer helps us identify the threats of the internet for kids of all ages, offer advice on how to align our offline and online parenting strategies & share ways we can start tech safety conversations today! Ch...
Women in the Workforce
August 18, 2021 17:08 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBLast September 865,000 women were pushed out of the workforce (US Bureau of Labor Statistics) and the number has continued to grow. It's the invisible labor, the unrealistic expectations of work, managing the house, and more. Allison Robinson, CEO and Founder of "The Mom Project," started the company nearly five years ago on her maternity leave to support women in tackling these exact hurdles. Today, Allison shares her perspective on the current landscape of the workforce environmen...
Sibling Conflict: When Do Parents Step In?
August 11, 2021 15:30 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBSiblings are our first friends, our first fights & our forever teammates. But what happens when there's conflict? Do we as parents step in? How do we teach our kids to fight well? Dr. Laurie Kramer joins Maria Sansone to offer tips on how and when to step in, share how you can support teens in conflict, rivalry and fairness, and explain what we can do to strength adult sibling relationships. Dr. Laurie Kramer is a clinical psychologist, a Professor at Northeastern University, and th...
Are You a Helicopter Parent? Julie Lythcott-Haims Breaks It Down
August 05, 2021 13:06 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBAre we overparenting our children? For example, constantly saying things like "we have a playdate," "we are going to college," and "we have soccer practice." Of course we want the best for our kids but we may be making it too easy to succeed and too hard to fail. In other words, making it nearly impossible for kids to problem solve, build resilience and become independent. Maria Sansone chats with Julie Lythcott-Haims, the New York Times Bestselling Author of the anti-helicopter par...
Unfiltered Motherhood with Meredith Masony
August 02, 2021 16:25 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBShe's the founder of That's Inappropriate and the author of "Ask Me What's For Dinner One More Time: Inappropriate Thoughts on Motherhood." Meredith Masony always keep is real when it comes to the good, bad and ugly of parenting. She shares how a lifechanging medical diagnosis inspired her blog, what moms really want for mothers day, and talks unfiltered with Maria about all the lovely stuff no one tells you will happen to your body thanks to pregnancy/postpartum. Check out all of ...
Welcome to the MOM2MOM with Maria Sansone Podcast!
July 30, 2021 13:42 - 1 minute - 1.56 MBSome days we crush it, some days we don’t, but we’re all ‘momming’ the best way we know how. We’re the girlfriend you come to when you have a question you can’t ask anyone else, and the best friend to laugh with over the purely hilarious moments of the mom… and dad… world. Join MOM2MOM Host Maria Sansone as she sits down with women and men, experts, authors, entrepreneurs, athletes and everyday moms about all the things women are talking about. Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes...
Fatherhood, Infertility & Legacy with J.R. Martinez
July 30, 2021 13:42 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBYou know J.R. Martinez as an actor, "Dancing With the Stars" winner, soldier and burn survivor, and motivational speaker. But his most important roles? Father and husband. Martinez gets vulnerable to talk about his evolving role as a husband and dad, their struggle with infertility and miscarriage, the legacy he hopes to leave for his children, and why he is passionate about encouraging men to get vulnerable in their marriages and families. Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes: nb...
Gender Creative Parenting: What It Is, What It's Not
July 30, 2021 13:41 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBWhat is gender creative parenting? It's a lot of things according to Dr. Kyl Myers, author of "Raising Them: Our Adventure in Gender Creative Parenting"; it's not a one-size-fits-all approach. Most broadly, it's a parenting philosophy that encourages kids to grow into their gender than be assigned one at birth. Dr. Myers explains what this looks like in every day, why some people chose to adopt this parenting style, how it can help eliminate gendered oppression later in life, and mo...
Heather Thomson Opens Up on Life After RHONY
July 23, 2021 18:37 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBYou may know her as a "Real Housewife" but Heather Thomson wears many more hats! The entrepreneur, inventor, wellness coach, podcast host and mom of two opens up about her experience on this season of RHONY, successes and failures in business, her new podcast "In My Heart," and more. She shares her best advice for mamas looking to start something new and biggest lesson from her time on RHONY. Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes: nbcboston.com/mom-2-mom Follow along on Social: @...
Heather Thomson on Life After Real Housewives of New York
July 23, 2021 18:37 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBHeather Thomson left RHONY a few days ago after a brief return as a “friend of the show,” but the mama of two has a lot more going on right now! Mom2Mom’s Maria Sansone chats with Heather about her new podcast “In My Heart,” how her passion for health and wellness turned into a new business, advice for mamas looking to try something new, and of course, lessons learned over the years on reality TV.