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We are getting raw and unfiltered about all things parenting. No more "perfect parent" facade. We are pulling back the curtain and talking about the real-life struggles of parenting and how to survive it - with your sanity intact. Starting with helping you with the age-old question of "what are we going to eat today?" Join our host and parenting expert, Reesa Morala, as she talks with parents and tries new recipes. Make sure to subscribe, like, and follow for more recipes and parenting tips.
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Paging Dr. Mom

Angelle Downey

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I was a medical student with two kids, trying to keep it all together. I constantly felt like I had to defend my decision to chase a meaningful career and raise a family at the same time. But professional women with children shouldn’t have to choose between ambition and motherhood. Paging Dr. Mom is a podcast for the women doing it all and wondering if it’s ever enough. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to be everything to everyone, this space is for you. I’m Dr. Angelle Downey, a family phys ...
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Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother

Alyssa Carlene Rogers - Motherhood Empowerment & Generational Healing Coach

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Are you navigating the wild ride of motherhood without the support of your mother? When your mom is absent due to loss, estrangement, illness, or distance the journey of motherhood can feel especially heavy and heart-wrenching. Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother is the go-to podcast for moms who lack maternal support and desire to make peace with the past, build confidence in their present role, and break harmful generational patterns for the future. This show empowers moms to achieve ...
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Motherhood often comes with impossible expectations: sacrifice everything, excel at work, keep relationships perfect, and never show struggle. In this powerful conversation, licensed marriage and family therapist Reesa Morala shares how breaking generational patterns and practicing self-compassion can transform both moms and families. Drawing from …
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If you’ve ever felt like you had to push through pain, guilt, or exhaustion just to prove you’re a “good doctor” or a “good mom,” this episode is for you. Dr. Karen Leitner joins me for a raw, relatable conversation about perfectionism, burnout, and the emotional toll of always holding it together. We talk about why women physicians often carry dou…
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In this inspiring conversation, Stacey Johnson opens up about her journey through grief, motherhood, and the invisible weight so many women carry. We talk about decision fatigue, overthinking, and the power of nervous system regulation to bring calm even in the busiest seasons of life. Stacey shares how she went from reacting in chaos to reclaiming…
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After a week-long complete social media/media detox, Alyssa Carlene learned three major lessons she wants to share with you. If you're struggling with the weight of the world and the collective heaviness many mothers and humans feel at this time, this episode provides some great examples of why unplugging is necessary for inner peace and a deeper c…
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Send us a text with your feedback here! On this episode of The Real Family Eats, host Reesa sits down with Bambi, a mother of six and grandmother of thirteen, to talk about the real challenges and rewards of parenting through every stage of life. Bambi shares honest insights from her journey as a single mom, her experiences with homeschooling, mili…
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In this enlightening conversation, Lena Ehrenberg shares her transformative journey that began in the south of France, emphasizing the importance of self-connection and personal growth in the context of dating and relationships. She discusses how women often lose themselves in relationships and the necessity of prioritizing self-care. Lena provides…
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Today, humans alike can feel the heaviness of tragedy and grief in the United States of America and in the world as a whole. If you're feeling this collective and shared weight, as a mom or human being, today's episode is all about three powerful trauma-healing practices. When we heal, it impacts our children and societies for the better. Join Alys…
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Send us a text with your feedback here! Join us on The Real Family Eats as Reesa chats with Courtney Boylan, founder and CEO of Lelo, about her real experiences with postpartum life, parenting, and making self-care a priority. Discover a family-friendly energy ball recipe and practical advice for navigating the chaos of parenthood. How Courtney’s p…
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Sleepless nights don’t have to be the norm. In this episode, I chat with Laura Van Luven, RN, nurse coach, sleep consultant, and mom of five (including twins!), about practical, compassionate sleep solutions for busy families. Laura shares why “cry it out” isn’t the only option, how to use your baby’s natural rhythms, and tips for navigating daycar…
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How do you find stability when you lose your mother and have subsequent mother figures come and go throughout your life? It's devastating to navigate such huge losses, espeically as a mother, but there is hope and healing along the way! Today on Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother, Alyssa Carlene talks with Samantha Welch, an amazing girl mam…
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In this episode, I sit down with Laura Hobson (@hopeandhealingcoach), a BFRB and habit coach who combines her background as a mental health clinician with her own journey through burnout and motherhood. Laura shares practical tools for handling disrespectful behavior, coping with the heartbreak of parental alienation, and supporting kids who strugg…
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What happens when the caregiver needs care too? In this powerful episode, nurse practitioner Jennifer Armendariz shares her story of juggling a demanding oncology career, parenting teens, and caring for her mother with cancer. From burnout and survival mode to setting boundaries and embracing imperfection, Jennifer opens up about what it really mea…
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When's the last time you had a terrific laugh - a big, belly laugh, tears streaming down your cheeks, laugh out loud, HEALING laugh? Today, Alyssa Carlene makes the case for prioritizing and even scheduling laughter as a mom. She shares reasons why moms need laughter and provides statistics that prove humor to be an amazing healing tool. Listen to …
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Feeling overwhelmed by the mental load of motherhood? You’re not alone. In this honest and uplifting conversation, Angie Weber—parent coach, mom of twins, and creator of the Calm Family Planner—shares how small shifts like 15-minute family meetings and emotional awareness can create big changes at home. From battling anxiety to redefining success, …
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Struggling to juggle motherhood and career? You’re not alone. In this honest and hilarious episode, Dr. Angela Downey chats with Naiomi Catron, labor nurse, lactation consultant, and founder of Milk Diva, about the messy beauty of early motherhood. From car naps to cold coffee, Naiomi shares real talk on feeding, burnout, and redefining success. Tu…
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Send us a text with your feedback here! In this episode of The Real Family Eats, host Reesa sits down with JP, a single father, to discuss co-parenting, personal growth, and a special family dessert recipe. JP shares his honest journey through divorce, healing old wounds, and redefining what it means to be a dad. The challenges and realities of co-…
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You are not doomed to repeat the mistakes of those who raised you! Even if you grew up with emotional abuse, you get to be the change that breaks the cycle! Today on the podcast, Alyssa Carlene talks with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Reesa Morala, who shares how to break free from toxic patterns, reclaim your power as a mom, and raise you…
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As a mom, a parent, and a human being...your energy absolutely needs protection! If you are feeling drained by the heaviness of life and others' energy around you, then today's episode is for you. Alyssa Carlene, your host, is sharing three simple but powerful ways to protect your energy, so that you can feel replenished and revived every single da…
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Send us a text with your feedback here! Dive into a real, honest conversation about parenting, big emotions, and finding the right support for unique kids. In this episode, Andi Clark shares her journey from burnout to becoming a sleep, stress, and executive functioning coach—plus, she offers a family-favorite sweet potato chickpea curry recipe. He…
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What if the struggles you’re working through could become the blueprint your child uses to overcome theirs? Today on the podcast, Alyssa Carlene shares a five-step process for facing your challenges and using them as a powerful teaching tool for your kids! Whether it’s fear, self-doubt, or anxiety, you’ll discover practical ways to model resilience…
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Does setting boundaries with family (espeically toxic family members) feel excruciating—like guilt, obligation, or fear of conflict always get in the way? In today's episode of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother, Alyssa Carlene talks about how to set clear, healthy boundaries with toxic relatives without drowning in guilt. You’ll learn why b…
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Send us a text with your feedback here! Get practical insights on step-parenting, family dynamics, and personal growth in this episode featuring Amy Stone from "The Art of Imperfect Adulting." Amy shares real-life stories, challenges, and tips for navigating blended families and big life transitions. How Amy became a stepmom and the unexpected chal…
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What if some of the biggest obstacles in your motherhood journey aren’t your circumstances, but the silent beliefs you’ve internalized along the way? In this episode, Alyssa Carlene takes a deep dive into three hidden beliefs that keep so many moms, who are mothering without their own mom's support, stuck in survival mode. These beliefs often stem …
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If you’re a mom doing the hard work of healing while raising little ones, these five books belong on your shelf! Whether you’re navigating motherhood without the support you needed, working to break generational cycles, or learning to remother yourself with compassion, these life-changing books can offer the guidance, validation, and hope you’ve be…
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Send us a text with your feedback here! Join host Reesa as she chats with Tiffany O’Hearn about healing, parenting, and the power of self-love. Tiffany shares her personal journey through divorce, the importance of modeling self-compassion, and even her favorite smoothie recipe. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Tiffany’s background as an energy …
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What peace might you find if you stopped fighting what you can’t change? In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to accept the hard things in life, especially the ones you didn’t choose. You’ll learn how acceptance isn’t giving up, but a powerful act of emotional freedom. Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: Wh…
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In this kickoff episode of Paging Dr. Mom, Dr. Angelle Downey shares the story behind the podcast and why she created a space for professional women trying to juggle career, kids, mental load, and identity. Click below to purchase the 365 day journal I created called Enough As I Grow. I am a proud affiliate partner with Amazon and will receive a co…
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Feeling like you’re running on empty as a mom? This short and gentle episode is a love letter to the mom who's exhausted, overwhelmed, and barely holding it all together. If you're in survival mode, this is your reminder that you’re not alone. You’re still enough, and you don’t have to do it all to be worthy of rest and love. Listen to the episode …
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Send us a text with your feedback here! In this episode of The Real Family Eats, host Reesa sits down with guest Kerry Komarov to talk about parenting, life transitions, and a simple family-friendly recipe. They dive into the realities of juggling work, family, and personal challenges with honesty and practical advice. Kerry shares her story of bal…
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You might be surrounded by your kids all day long and still feel incredibly lonely. Maybe you don’t have a strong circle of mom friends to lean on. And if you’re navigating motherhood without the support of your mom, that loneliness can feel even deeper. Do you experience this? Today, on Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother, Alyssa Carlene exp…
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Are you looking for a supportive space where you can vent, feel understood, and connect with other moms who truly get what it’s like to navigate motherhood without your mother? Today on the podcast, join Alyssa Carlene to hear TEN powerful reasons to join the Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother Facebook community! Finally, you'll have a place…
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Send us a text with your feedback here! In this episode of The Real Family Eats, host Reesa sits down with Bubba Startz to talk about his powerful life journey, unique parenting challenges, and his tried-and-true chili recipe. This candid conversation digs into real stories, tough choices, and the importance of honesty in family life. Here’s what y…
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If you're navigating motherhood without your mother, a supportive community is your missing piece to healing, alignment, and validation! You were never meant to mother alone. And for moms without moms, that isolation can run even deeper. Join Alyssa Carlene on today's episode to hear some exciting news and seven specific reasons why confidence and …
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Are you stepping into a season of motherhood where you claim your power, even without the support you always deserved? Join Alyssa Carlene as she shares the exciting news about her free video training: Five Steps to Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother (which can be accessed below)! This training is all about her five-step ROOTS framework, the…
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Send us a text with your feedback here! Join Reesa as she chats with Krissy Bold about motherhood, identity, and easy meals that save time and sanity. This episode delivers practical tips, honest storytelling, and encouragement for moms who crave real talk and relatable solutions. Here’s what you’ll take away: How Krissy’s chicken pot pie recipe ad…
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There’s something people don’t talk about enough: how utterly alone, lost, and overwhelmed you can feel when you’re raising children without the presence or support of your mother. In today's episode, join Alyssa Carlene as she breaks down the emotional and psychological loss of navigating motherhood without your mother. Even though there is deep p…
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As a mom, do you ever feel like negative thoughts have taken over your headspace? In this quick episode, Alyssa Carlene shares four simple, real-life practices to help you shut down that inner critic and bring your mindset back to center—because motherhood is hard enough without your brain working against you. These bite-sized mindset shifts are pe…
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Send us a text with your feedback here! In this episode, Julie Seal-Gaustad joins Reesa to talk business, parenting, and her family's famous banana bread. Get ready for practical insights, real-life challenges, and a recipe that's sure to become a household favorite. Julie introduces herself as a business and executive coach serving Southern Califo…
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Have you ever carried a hurt so deep that it changed the way you saw yourself or the world? Perhaps you've held on—not because you wanted to, but because you didn't know how to let go. In today's episode, Alyssa Carlene explores the power of forgiveness. She meets you exactly where you are through spiritual wisdom, honest reflection, and simple ste…
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Send us a text with your feedback here! Single parent Blaize joins Reesa to share a heartfelt conversation about parenting challenges, healing, and practical strategies for staying grounded. Tune in to hear an honest take on real-life struggles, personal growth, and a special family recipe. In this episode, you'll learn: How Blaize balances single …
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You don’t need to be a perfect mom, but you can become a resilient one! Emotional resilience is like a muscle- built upon practice, passion, and intention. This episode of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother will show you how to grow emotional resilience in three specific ways tailored to your unique needs. Listen to the episode to answer the…
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Mother's Day can be a challenging holiday for a mom who is grieving her mother because of loss, distance, or estrangement. Does this resonate with you? Today's episode is for anyone who may find this day more painful than peaceful. Alyssa Carlene, your host, shares the importance of gracefully honoring your complex feelings and thoughtful ways to g…
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Are you grieving a mother who is still alive? This feels like mourning a maternal relationship that is unresolved, confusing, or missing something essential, like the love, safety, or presence you needed but didn’t receive from her. Today's important conversation, of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother is an invitation for you to honor this c…
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Would you like a simple way to quickly shift the energy of your home? Motherhood can be extremely loud and exhausting—and sometimes the tone at home starts to match that chaos. In this episode of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother, gratitude is the answer! Join Alyssa Carlene as she shares her experience with thankfulness and ways to plant s…
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Whether your mother is absent through loss, distance, or pain, this offering is here to hold you. Today, Alyssa Carlene delivers a beautiful mantra that honors your grief, growth, and the sacred work of re-mothering yourself as you mother your child/children. May these words become a soft place to land in your deepest struggles. Listen to the episo…
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Do you ever feel shame or guilt as a mom for feeling negative and uncomfortable emotions tied to motherhood? If so, you're not alone! Today on the podcast, Alyssa Carlene shares why feeling difficult emotions can be hard for mothers, what it means to sit with them, and the beauty that comes from letting ourselves feel. Listen to the episode to answ…
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Are you in a stage of motherhood that feels excruciatingly heavy? If you're in the trenches, this episode of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother is for you. Alyssa Carlene opens up about the deep difficulties she's experiencing as a mother currently. She also shares three helpful ways you can lift the load and your spirits, because you're not…
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Are you ready to reclaim your life and truly own your story? Today's episode of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother is about breaking free from the victim mentality and stepping into a place of healing, strength, and ownership. Alyssa Carlene shares five key points to incorporate into your life to transform your pain into purpose when the vic…
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Are you ready to build confidence in your abilities as a mother? In this episode of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother, Alyssa Carlene empowers you to develop deep self-trust while fostering your self-worth. She shares why building confidence can be difficult for motherless mothers and all moms in general. Best of all, she provides an incred…
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Have you ever reacted to a situation without thinking—only to realize later that it was a destructive pattern? In today's episode of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother, Alyssa Carlene dives into the Six P's of Destructive Patterns - subconscious, generational behaviors that many moms unknowingly repeat and model for their children. Listen to…
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