The Mom Mentality Podcast
The Mom Mentality Podcast
Podcast Description
The Mom Mentality is your go-to podcast for authentic conversations about the parts of motherhood that often go overlooked. Hosted by a fellow new mom and therapist, this show dives deep into real talk, mental health topics, and practical strategies to help you redefine what it means to be a mom. Designed for high-achieving and highly sensitive moms, The Mom Mentality offers a non-judgmental, empowering space to be heard, seen, and supported.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a wide array of themes relevant to motherhood, including mental health, societal expectations, and personal development. Specific episodes delve into topics like dealing with mom guilt, managing anxiety, the significance of mom friendships, and strategies for coping with unexpected challenges in motherhood. It emphasizes practical advice, reflective practices, and an understanding of the emotional landscape that mothers face.
The Mom Mentality is your go-to podcast for authentic conversations about the parts of motherhood that often go overlooked. Hosted by a fellow new mom and therapist, this show dives deep into real talk, mental health topics, and practical strategies to help you redefine what it means to be a mom. Designed for high-achieving and highly sensitive moms, The Mom Mentality offers a non-judgmental, empowering space to be heard, seen, and supported.
Welcome to the 21st episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This GUEST episode with Francesca Emma, mother and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, is all about body image and identity changes in motherhood! She shares her insights on motherhood, body image, and emotional eating. We discuss the importance of modeling healthy relationships with food for children, understanding the impact of pregnancy on body image, and navigating the challenges of emotional eating and shame. We also get into social media’s influence on our body image and how to build a community around you that is supportive.
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Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Family Meals
03:38 Modeling Healthy Relationships with Food
05:59 The Journey to Becoming a Mental Health Counselor
08:44 Understanding Eating Disorders
11:18 Navigating Body Image During Pregnancy
13:59 The Impact of Language on Body Image
16:50 Shifting the Dialogue Around Food and Body
19:48 Emotional Eating and Its Triggers
22:33 Prioritizing Self-Care as a Parent
26:16 Encouraging Healthy Relationships with Food
28:49 Practicing Body Gratitude
30:34 Navigating Identity Grief in Motherhood
31:30 The Importance of Self-Care
33:14 Building a Supportive Community
35:45 Understanding Emotions in Motherhood
37:41 Curating Positive Social Media Experiences
39:25 The Journey of Self-Discovery
42:21 Communicating with Children
45:03 The Importance of Self-Regulation
48:31 Finding Community and Support
Francesca Emma, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in body image, anxiety, and maternal mental health. She works with women through all stages of life—but especially during transitions like fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum—helping them feel grounded, supported, and more connected to themselves. Her work blends clinical therapy with real-life tools to support emotional wellness in a sustainable, compassionate way.
Website: https://www.francescaemmalmhc.com/
Instagram handle: @francescaemmalmhc
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for another episode! Until then, be gentle with yourself!
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motherhood, body image, emotional eating, self-care, parenting, mental health, community support, mindfulness, self-acceptance, transformation
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