Spotlight on Single Motherhood
73 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe transition from womanhood to motherhood is the most profound, overwhelming experience of a woman's life. Hear Lola Light's story as she shares her journey of discovering that she was pregnant while she was single, to deciding to keep the baby and raise it on her own, followed by many significant events which ultimately portrays the strength of any woman entering motherhood. A woman's life will forever change with the gift of a new life, and Lola Light's vulnerability shines through while she deeply and whole-heartedly describes her experience with single parenthood from day one, casting away any past notions or beliefs about motherhood that she once had. Hear how Lola Light overcomes commonly misunderstood conditions that many mothers face, including fear, self-doubt, postpartum OCD, depression, anxiety, and how one person's voice can really make a difference and help shed the light on motherhood. Join Lola Light on her journey of self-discovery as a woman, mother, and single parent.
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Your Scary Thoughts Do Not Equal Action
July 06, 2021 21:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBIn this episode, Lola Light speaks to the components of perinatal obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) including common presentations, examples of scary and intrusive thoughts, and evidence-based treatments. **Trigger warning*** some examples described in this podcast episode may be disturbing to some listeners. Please proceed with caution.
Allowing Yourself To Be Vulnerable: A Mother's Perspective
June 29, 2021 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.32 MBIn this episode, Lola Light describes how choosing to consciously focus on yourself once you become a parent creates space for vulnerability and also some unexpected wins.
Asking for Help is a Strength, Not a Weakness
June 22, 2021 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.18 MBIn this episode, Lola Light reviews the baby blues versus postpartum depression, and discusses how asking for help is vital to any parent who may be experiencing a perinatal mood disorder.
Choosing Your Battles as a Parent
June 15, 2021 21:00 - 12 minutes - 8.85 MBIn this episode, Lola Light describes why it's best to choose your battles as a parent while raising a toddler.
Dating as a Single Parent
December 24, 2020 03:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this episode, Lola Light shares her honest and hilarious experiences and tips of getting back into the dating world as a single parent. Thank you for Listening to the Spotlight on Motherhood The Podcast! From one mother to another, please help spread the word by telling another mom or mama to be and help promote further growth of the podcast. Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, or on your favorite podcast platform. Follow us on Instagram @spotlighton...
Natural Fertility Solutions with Sarah Clark
August 25, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBBecause infertility is fairly common, most mothers and couples accept this and visit fertility clinics to know their options. But what most couples aren’t aware of is that there are natural methods that can help boost their chances of conception. Our guest in this episode is Sarah Clark. She’s a health coach with training from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and a Certified Life Coach with accreditation from the Internation Coaches Federation. She is also the author of Fabulously Fe...
Natural Fertility Solutions: Sarah Clark
August 25, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBBecause infertility is fairly common, most mothers and couples accept this and visit fertility clinics to know their options. But what most couples aren’t aware of is that there are natural methods that can help boost their chances of conception. Our guest in this episode is Sarah Clark. She’s a health coach with training from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and a Certified Life Coach with accreditation from the Internation Coaches Federation. She is also the author of Fabulously Fe...
How To Move Through Grief with Alison Pena
August 18, 2020 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBThe pain of unexpectedly losing an unborn child is unimaginable. For women and parents who’ve experienced a miscarriage, navigating their feelings and lives through this can a be journey that they have no road map on. In this episode, our guest Alison Pena joins us and shares her valuable insight on the subject. She is also known as “bad widow”. She’s a speaker, consultant, and an author who resides in New York City. When her husband suffered from cancer, she became his caregiver. In 201...
Moving Through Grief After Miscarriage: Alison Pena
August 18, 2020 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBThe pain of unexpectedly losing an unborn child is unimaginable. For women and parents who’ve experienced a miscarriage, navigating their feelings and lives through this can a be journey that they have no road map on. In this episode, our guest Alison Pena joins us and shares her valuable insight on the subject. She is also known as “bad widow”. She’s a speaker, consultant, and an author who resides in New York City. When her husband suffered from cancer, she became his caregiver. In 201...
A Father's Perspective on Labor & Birth: Stuart MacIntyre
August 11, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBThe presence and support of spouses or partners are essential for mothers undergoing labor and after giving birth. In this episode, our guest Stuart Macintyre joins us once again to share what it’s like being a new father. He also imparts his first-hand experience supporting his wife during labor and after birth. We discuss the adjustments that they had to make due to the pandemic, what every support partner needs to have with them in the hospital, and what to expect if you’re a first-time...
A Father's Perspective on Labor & Birth
August 11, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBThe presence and support of spouses or partners are essential for mothers undergoing labor and after giving birth. In this episode, our guest Stuart Macintyre joins us once again to share what it’s like being a new father. He also imparts his first-hand experience supporting his wife during labor and after birth. We discuss the adjustments that they had to make due to the pandemic, what every support partner needs to have with them in the hospital, and what to expect if you’re a first-time...
A Father's Perspective of Infertility: Stuart MacIntyre
August 04, 2020 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBInfertility is something that isn’t really talked about. As a result, parents going through it aren’t educated enough to understand that this is something that a lot of people go through and that there are a lot of options available for them out there. In this episode, our guest, Stuart Macintyre shares his perspective as a spouse and a father with regards to infertility. Stu and I talk about the ups and downs of the fertility journey that he and his wife went through. We also tackle the d...
A Father's Perspective of Infertility
August 04, 2020 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBInfertility is something that isn’t really talked about. As a result, parents going through it aren’t educated enough to understand that this is something that a lot of people go through and that there are a lot of options available for them out there. In this episode, our guest, Stuart Macintyre shares his perspective as a spouse and a father with regards to infertility. Stu and I talk about the ups and downs of the fertility journey that he and his wife went through. We also tackle the d...
Tips for Returning to Work: Claire Gavin
July 28, 2020 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBOne of the most difficult parts of returning to work is worrying about the kids. Not only do moms have to deal with the guilt of temporarily leaving their children, but they also have to make sure that they are well taken cared for when they do so. Our guest for today, Claire Gavin - transitional life coach and founder of Antares Lifestyle and Wellness Coaching, challenges this mindset! She shares live-saving advice and tips for mothers going back to work. We also discuss how going back to...
Empowering Children by Returning to Work with Claire Gavin
July 28, 2020 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBOne of the most difficult parts of returning to work is worrying about the kids. Not only do moms have to deal with the guilt of temporarily leaving their children, but they also have to make sure that they are well taken cared for when they do so. Our guest for today, Claire Gavin - transitional life coach and founder of Antares Lifestyle and Wellness Coaching, challenges this mindset! She shares live-saving advice and tips for mothers going back to work. We also discuss how going back to...
Setting Expectations for Success When Travelling with Kids with Sandy Nussbaum
July 21, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBMoms. Need. Vacations. But even when traveling, we’re still the ones packing, cooking, planning, and cleaning up. As a mother, how do you set realistic expectations that will help you enjoy your trip? In this episode, our guest, Sandy Nussbaum, will provide helpful tips for traveling moms. She is the travel agent owner of EzDis by Instant Impressions Travel Agency. She’s passionate about traveling to Walt Disney World. She’s been there over a hundred times, partaking on 21 Disney Cruises, s...
How To Successfully Travel with Kids: Sandy Nussbaum
July 21, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBMoms. Need. Vacations. But even when traveling, we’re still the ones packing, cooking, planning, and cleaning up. As a mother, how do you set realistic expectations that will help you enjoy your trip? In this episode, our guest, Sandy Nussbaum, will provide helpful tips for traveling moms. She is the travel agent owner of EzDis by Instant Impressions Travel Agency. She’s passionate about traveling to Walt Disney World. She’s been there over a hundred times, partaking on 21 Disney Cruises, s...
Regaining Confidence Postpartum Through Self-Care with Transitional Life Coach Claire Gavin
July 14, 2020 06:00 - 8 minutes - 6.05 MBMost moms are too preoccupied with daily responsibilities that they forget to take care of themselves. This can negatively impact confidence and self-image in the long run. With that being said, what are the ways that mothers can regain their self-esteem? In this episode, our guest Claire Gavin, a transitional life coach, shares why moms need to implement self-care strategies in their daily lives. She further explains that her 24 years of experience as a Registered Massage Therapist led her...
Regaining Self-Care & Confidence Postpartum: Claire Gavin
July 14, 2020 06:00 - 8 minutes - 6.05 MBMost moms are too preoccupied with daily responsibilities that they forget to take care of themselves. This can negatively impact confidence and self-image in the long run. With that being said, what are the ways that mothers can regain their self-esteem? In this episode, our guest Claire Gavin, a transitional life coach, shares why moms need to implement self-care strategies in their daily lives. She further explains that her 24 years of experience as a Registered Massage Therapist led her...
Building Small Habits for Long-Term Fitness with Health Coach Flea
July 07, 2020 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBMost of the diet and fitness plans that promise quick results fail long-term. Why does this happen? And as parents, how do we find the time to take care of our health? In this episode, our guest, Flea Houh, shares holistic tips for busy parents. He is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, founder of Wellness by Flea, and a proud father of three. He gives expert advice on adjusting with responsibilities during the pandemic and how to build sustainable and long-term habits. We talk about how ti...
Healthy Habits for Busy Parents: Flea Houh
July 07, 2020 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBMost of the diet and fitness plans that promise quick results fail long-term. Why does this happen? And as parents, how do we find the time to take care of our health? In this episode, our guest, Flea Houh, shares holistic tips for busy parents. He is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, founder of Wellness by Flea, and a proud father of three. He gives expert advice on adjusting with responsibilities during the pandemic and how to build sustainable and long-term habits. We talk about how ti...
Transitioning from Womanhood into Motherhood: Claire Gavin
June 30, 2020 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBTransitioning into motherhood can be incredibly overwhelming. How can you adjust socially, physically, and emotionally with this important phase? How do you juggle this process together with taking care of a new child? Today’s guest, Claire Gavin, helps us handle this transition with grace. She is the founder of Antares Lifestyle and Wellness Coaching and a life coach who focuses on individuals who are currently undergoing significant life transitions. In this episode, she gives great tips,...
Transitioning from Womanhood into Motherhood: Life Coach Claire Gavin
June 30, 2020 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBTransitioning into motherhood can be incredibly overwhelming. How can you adjust socially, physically, and emotionally with this important phase? How do you juggle this process together with taking care of a new child? Today’s guest, Claire Gavin, helps us handle this transition with grace. She is the founder of Antares Lifestyle and Wellness Coaching and a life coach who focuses on individuals who are currently undergoing significant life transitions. In this episode, she gives great tips,...
Common Postpartum Conditions with "Strong Mom" Denise Chiriboga
June 22, 2020 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBMost moms are aware of postpartum conditions that can show up along the way. But, how would you know if a symptom is considered normal and is temporary? Meanwhile, how can you discern if you need to reach out for help? Our guest for today’s episode, Denise Chiriboga, Certified Personal Trainer, YouTuber, and founder of Strong Mom shares her personal experience and expertise on this subject. We tackle common postpartum complications, conditions that need attention, and above all, made-for-...
Common Postpartum Conditions: Denise Chiriboga
June 22, 2020 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBMost moms are aware of postpartum conditions that can show up along the way. But, how would you know if a symptom is considered normal and is temporary? Meanwhile, how can you discern if you need to reach out for help? Our guest for today’s episode, Denise Chiriboga, Certified Personal Trainer, YouTuber, and founder of Strong Mom shares her personal experience and expertise on this subject. We tackle common postpartum complications, conditions that need attention, and above all, made-for-...
Mindset & Motivation for Mamas with Alana Leger of Barbella Studio
June 16, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBMindset and motivation are the two missing ingredients in helping moms all over the globe become fit and stay fit. But, how exactly do you incorporate these in your life? And, with the ongoing pandemic posing additional challenges, how can you maintain a regular fitness routine? Alana Leger, our guest for today’s episode, illuminates this for us. She has ten years of experience in corporate fitness and she’s also the founder of Barbella Studio. She’s discovered that there are a lot of fact...
Mindset & Motivation for Mamas: Alana Leger
June 16, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBMindset and motivation are the two missing ingredients in helping moms all over the globe become fit and stay fit. But, how exactly do you incorporate these in your life? And, with the ongoing pandemic posing additional challenges, how can you maintain a regular fitness routine? Alana Leger, our guest for today’s episode, illuminates this for us. She has ten years of experience in corporate fitness and she’s also the founder of Barbella Studio. She’s discovered that there are a lot of fact...
Postpartum Anxiety Awareness with Dr. Courtney Amerin and Katie Danielson from The PUSH Revolution
June 09, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBPostpartum anxiety is gaining more awareness as we are now more open to discussing mental health issues. But what exactly is postpartum anxiety? How can you prepare in case it happens to you? In this episode, Dr. Courtney Amerin DO and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Katie Danielson, founders of The Push Revolution joins us to shed light about postpartum anxiety and how getting much-needed support can help you get through the tough times. We talk about the risk factors of getting postpar...
Postpartum Anxiety: Dr. Courtney Amerin & Katie Danielson from The PUSH Revolution
June 09, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBPostpartum anxiety is gaining more awareness as we are now more open to discussing mental health issues. But what exactly is postpartum anxiety? How can you prepare in case it happens to you? In this episode, Dr. Courtney Amerin DO and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Katie Danielson, founders of The Push Revolution joins us to shed light about postpartum anxiety and how getting much-needed support can help you get through the tough times. We talk about the risk factors of getting postpar...
Re-Setting Your Health Post Baby: Health & Fitness Expert Flea
May 19, 2020 02:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode, Lola's guest is Flea Houh, Certified Health and Fitness Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, and father of 3. Lola and Flea discuss the firsthand struggles that new parents face in regards to their own health once baby arrives, and provide tips on how to help busy parents build sustainable and lifelong health and fitness habits so they can be better parents for their families!
Re-Discovering Your Health as a Parent
May 19, 2020 02:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode, Lola's guest is Flea Houh, Certified Health and Fitness Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, and father of 3. Lola and Flea discuss the firsthand struggles that new parents face in regards to their own health once baby arrives, and provide tips on how to help busy parents build sustainable and lifelong health and fitness habits so they can be better parents for their families!
Re-Defining Your Health as a Parent: Health & Fitness Expert Flea
May 19, 2020 02:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode, Lola's guest is Flea Houh, Certified Health and Fitness Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, and father of 3. Lola and Flea discuss the firsthand struggles that new parents face in regards to their own health once baby arrives, and provide tips on how to help busy parents build sustainable and lifelong health and fitness habits so they can be better parents for their families!
PhD of Motherhood: Mother of Five Q&A
May 12, 2020 17:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode, Lola interviews Matilda, a mother of five children. Lola asks the questions that are on everyone's mind but people are afraid to ask! Listen and enjoy while Matilda shares her insightful perspective on everything from raising babies, self-image, fostering time with your children, prioritizing your responsibilities, believing in yourself as a parent versus the experts, vasectomies, social media, and more!
Q&A With a Mother of Five: Matilda
May 12, 2020 17:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode, Lola interviews Matilda, a mother of five children. Lola asks the questions that are on everyone's mind but people are afraid to ask! Listen and enjoy while Matilda shares her insightful perspective on everything from raising babies, self-image, fostering time with your children, prioritizing your responsibilities, believing in yourself as a parent versus the experts, vasectomies, social media, and more!
Learning from a Mother of Five: Q & A
May 12, 2020 17:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode, Lola interviews Matilda, a mother of five children. Lola asks the questions that are on everyone's mind but people are afraid to ask! Listen and enjoy while Matilda shares her insightful perspective on everything from raising babies, self-image, fostering time with your children, prioritizing your responsibilities, believing in yourself as a parent versus the experts, vasectomies, social media, and more!
Learning From a Mother of Five: Q&A with Matilda
May 12, 2020 17:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode, Lola interviews Matilda, a mother of five children. Lola asks the questions that are on everyone's mind but people are afraid to ask! Listen and enjoy while Matilda shares her insightful perspective on everything from raising babies, self-image, fostering time with your children, prioritizing your responsibilities, believing in yourself as a parent versus the experts, vasectomies, social media, and more!
Self-Care Strategies for Moms
April 02, 2020 20:00 - 7 minutes - 5.27 MBIn this episode, Lola welcomes guest Claire Gavin, Transitional Life Coach to discuss self-care strategies for moms.
Self-Care Strategies for Moms: Life Coach Claire Gavin
April 02, 2020 20:00 - 7 minutes - 5.27 MBIn this episode, Lola welcomes guest Claire Gavin, Transitional Life Coach to discuss self-care strategies for moms.
Return to Work Successfully by Improving Your Confidence & Mom Esteem: Life Coach Claire Gavin
March 21, 2020 03:00 - 13 minutes - 9.37 MBIn this episode, special guest Transitional Life Coach Claire Gavin is back and discusses ways in which women can own their power as a mother, own their assertiveness, and return to work like a BOSS.
How to OWN Your Power, BE Assertive and Return to Work Like a BOSS!
March 21, 2020 03:00 - 13 minutes - 9.37 MBIn this episode, special guest Transitional Life Coach Claire Gavin is back and discusses ways in which women can own their power as a mother, own their assertiveness, and return to work like a BOSS.
How to Show Up as a Woman, Not Just a Mom: Life Coach Claire Gavin
March 17, 2020 01:00 - 14 minutes - 9.89 MBIn this episode, Lola's special guest is Claire Gavin, a transitional life coach who provides specific guidance and uplifting clarity during one of the most challenging, significant periods of a woman's life - the transition from womanhood into motherhood.
From Womanhood to Motherhood: The Final Transition
March 17, 2020 01:00 - 14 minutes - 9.89 MBIn this episode, Lola's special guest is Claire Gavin, a transitional life coach who provides specific guidance and uplifting clarity during one of the most challenging, significant periods of a woman's life - the transition from womanhood into motherhood.
Postpartum 360°: Resetting Your Mind, Body, and Spirit
March 02, 2020 01:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode, Lola shares her new learning of both evidence-based research and her own trial and error experiences of implementing specific alternative methods and changes in her lifestyle that made a significant impact on her postpartum recovery.
Seeking Alternative Therapies for Postpartum Depression When All Else Fails
March 02, 2020 01:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode, Lola shares her new learning of both evidence-based research and her own trial and error experiences of implementing specific alternative methods and changes in her lifestyle that made a significant impact on her postpartum recovery.
Alternative Treatments for Postpartum Depression
March 02, 2020 01:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode, Lola shares her new learning of both evidence-based research and her own trial and error experiences of implementing specific alternative methods and changes in her lifestyle that made a significant impact on her postpartum recovery.
'Must-Haves' for Every New Mom
February 11, 2020 05:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode, Lola shares her recommendations of various baby products based on her own experience.
My ‘Must-Have’ Items for Every New Mom
February 11, 2020 05:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode, Lola shares her recommendations of various baby products based on her own experience.
‘Must-Have’ Items for Every New Mom
February 11, 2020 05:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode, Lola shares her recommendations of various baby products based on her own experience.
Every Mother’s Worst Nightmare: The Common Cold Nearly Killed my Baby in 48 hours - Steps You Can Take to Prevent the Spread of Infection during Flu Season
January 03, 2020 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this episode, Lola describes what it was like as a first-time mom to witness what started off as a mild cough for her 2-month old to her daughter being barely able to breathe within 48 hours. Listen to Lola's story as she unravels the harsh realities of a common - yet very dangerous respiratory virus called RSV that can easily spread to your baby. Lola also shares some infection prevention tips for parents during the flu season.
When Your Baby is Hospitalized - A Mother's Perspective
January 03, 2020 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this episode, Lola describes what it was like as a first-time mom to witness what started off as a mild cough for her 2-month old to being barely able to breathe within 48 hours. Listen to Lola's story as she unravels the harsh realities of a common - yet very dangerous respiratory virus called RSV that can easily spread to your baby. Lola also shares some infection prevention tips for parents during the flu season.