The Mom Mentality Podcast

Episode 11: We don't need to be managed: Mom rage and how to actually deal with triggers

Welcome to the TENTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This SOLO episode gets into the topic of Managing Triggers around pregnancy, birth, and postpartum/motherhood and more. Topics we chat about include: 
Life update
Whats been coming up for me lately 
Identifying your mom triggers 
How to prepare for being triggered 
Giving yourself space vs. managing your feelings 
Mom rage and what it's actually about 
 
Thank you so much for listening!  I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you! 
 
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media. 
 
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for another GUEST EPISODE! And it’s gonna be a GOOD ONE!  Until then, be gentle with yourself!
 
Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal    
Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com
Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com 
 
Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.

Episode 10: : Its Major: Miscarriage and Why it needs more space than it is given

Welcome to the TENTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This SOLO episode gets into the topic of Miscarriage and why it needs more acknowledgement. Topics in this episode include: 
Miscarriage compared to other grief 
Statistics on miscarriage 
Changes in societal conversations
The impact of NOT acknowledging it 
How to create space to honor your loss 
Moving forward after miscarriage 
Thank you so much for listening!  I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you! 
 
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media. 
 
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for another GUEST EPISODE! And it’s gonna be a GOOD ONE!  Until then, be gentle with yourself!
 
Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal    
Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com
Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com 
 
Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.

Episode 9: The Mental Load and How to Harness your Superpower with Jaclyn Weiss

Welcome to the NINTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This guest episode with corporate mom of four and entrepreneur, Jaclyn Weiss, gets into the Mental Load and so much more! Topics in this episode include: 
Balancing work and family life, 
Navigating ADHD as a mom 
Being present with your children 
Jaclyn’s experiences with postpartum anxiety  
The emotional toll of miscarriage 
The significance of connection among mothers and learning from each other
 
Jaclyn Weiss is a powerhouse mom of four, a Financial Crime Compliance corporate leader, and a multi-business owner with a passion for taking messy action. She believes in failing forward, learning through every step, and constantly pushing herself to grow. Whether she’s leading in the corporate world, scaling her businesses, or creating unforgettable moments with her family, Jaclyn thrives on the balance of ambition and adventure. She’s all about embracing the journey—challenges, wins, and everything in between—to build a life of impact, freedom, and success.
Instagram: @TheJacJourney
 
Thank you so much for listening!  I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you! 
 
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media. 
 
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for an episode about acknowledging the significance of Miscarriages. Until then, be gentle with yourself!
 
Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal    
Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com
Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com 
 
Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.
 

Episode 8: The surprising way to boost your confidence as a mom

Welcome to the EIGHTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This solo episode is all about the secret to CONFIDENCE as a new mom or mom to be!
Life update
Energy of confidence 
Research on confidence and belonging
What confidence is truly about
Importance of being authentic and honest with friends to build confidence
Visualization to help with confidence 
Podcast community/connection 
Thank you so much for listening!  I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you! 
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media. 
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for another new episode, until then, be gentle with yourself!
 
Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal    
Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com
Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com 
 
Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.
 

Episode 7: Empowering yourself in Pregnancy and Motherhood with Avrey Gabrielle

Welcome to the SEVENTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about empowering yourself in pregnancy, birth, and motherhood! 
The role of a Doula vs. Midwife 
Avrey’s journey to becoming a doula 
Pregnancy and birth during COVID 
Preparing for a second child 
Holistic support for pregnancy and postpartum
Bringing spirituality into the birth process and beyond
A very special angel card reading! 
Guest info: 
Avrey Gabrielle is the founder of Womb Earth and Beyond and has served as a birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, lactation counselor, energy healer, and yoga practitioner since 2020. As a single mom of two boys, she is passionate about offering holistic, empowering support to families from pregnancy through postpartum
 
Instagram: WombEarthandBeyond 
Email: Wombearthbeyond@gmail.com 
Website: WombEarthandBeyond.com
 
Thank you so much for listening!  I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you! Next week’s episode will be all about how to improve your CONFIDENCE as a mom! 
 
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media. 
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for another new episode, until then, be gentle with yourself!
Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal    
Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com
Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com 
 
Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.
 

Episode 6: Beginning AGAIN and How to move forward when your journey didn't start as you hoped

Welcome to the SIXTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about BEGINNING AGAIN when your first chapter didn't go as you hoped. 
In this episode we chat about 
Our hidden expectations about how our journey will look 
Honoring your grief 
When you think you moved forward but you haven’t really
Rewriting your story and identifying your desired beliefs
Goal vs. Value based behavior 
Growth vs. Fixed Mindset 
Reminder of who you truly are
Taking your power back
Thank you so much for listening!  I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you! Next week is another GUEST EPISODE with my friend who is a Doula, an Angel Guide (SO COOL)  and fellow mama! It's gonna be a GOOD ONE!
 
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media. 
 
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for another new episode, until then, be gentle with yourself!
 
Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal    
Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com
Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com 
 
Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.
 

Episode 5: The Power of Mom Friends and Shedding the Shame of Postpartum

Welcome to the FIFTH episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about the power of MOM FRIENDS! 
 
In this episode we chat about 
How we met and our first impressions of one another
Our birth stories
Birth trauma 
Mom friends as mirrors 
Breaking stigma around medication and PPD/PPA
The shock of becoming a new mom 
Postpartum psychosis vs. PPD/PPA 
What to say to new moms instead of “it gets better” 
GUEST INFO 
My beautiful mom friend Melissa Siegman, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in perinatal mental health, postpartum mood disorders, infertility, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She is passionate about supporting women through all stages of life and utilizes a range of evidence-based interventions to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and improve overall well-being.  
For inquiries: 
Melissalcswtherapy@gmail.com
 
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/melissa-siegman-kanterman-new-york-ny/954441
 
Shout out to The Nesting Place for connecting us, here is their website as well! 
 
https://thenestingplaceli.com/
 
Thank you so much for listening!  I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you! Next week is an episode all about BEGINNING AGAIN and a supportive chat around not letting your first chapter of motherhood define you! 
 
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media. 
 
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for another new episode, until then, be gentle with yourself!
 
Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal    
Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com
Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com 
Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.

Episode 4: When Things Don't Go to Plan AKA Motherhood and How to Navigate the Unknown

Welcome to the fourth episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about navigating the unexpected and unknown in Motherhood! 
 
In this episode we chat about 
The constant change and unexpected in motherhood- life update from me
Masculine vs. Feminine (Structure vs. Flow) 
What it looks like when we are out of balance 
How being out of balance relates to anxiety
How to regain balance and why its needed for managing the unplanned 
Strategies and structures to help you stay grounded 
Mindfulness for staying present and in flow
Acknowledging your wins and being your own hype woman
LINKS 
Soul-led Living Podcast @nikkinovo
 
Thank you so much for listening!  I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you! Next week is our FIRST EVER GUEST EPISODE all about MOM FRIENDS. 
 
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media. 
 
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for another new episode, until then, be gentle with yourself!
 
Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal    
Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com
Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com 
 
Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.

Episode 3: Cry Baby: Anxiety in Motherhood and Why you need to cry

Welcome to the third episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about ANXIETY! 
 
In this episode we chat about 
How common anxiety is for moms
My perspective on crying in motherhood 
Suppressing our emotions and how it impacts anxiety 
Shame around expressing emotions
Questions to ask yourself to understand and manage your anxiety 
Strategies for reducing anxiety 
LINKS 
Breathwork APP link https://evolvebyerika.uscreen.io/?via=natalia
HIGHLY SENSITIVE PERSON TEST LINK- https://hsperson.com
 
Thank you so much for listening!  I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you! Next week is our FIRST EVER GUEST EPISODE all about MOM FRIENDS. 
 
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media. 
 
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for another new episode, until then, be gentle with yourself!
 
Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal    
Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com
Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com 
Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.
 

Episode 2: Guilty as a Mother

Welcome to the second episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast!! This episode is all about MOM GUILT! 
In this episode we chat about:
Understanding our guilt 
The history of our guilt 
How societal conditioning impacts our guilt as women 
How to spot Guilt 
How to change your relationships to guilt 
The thing you might be doing that makes guilt stronger 
Mindset shifts and perspectives to help manage guilt 
Strategies to take the control back 
Reflecting on your future relationship with your children and partner 
Thank you so much for listening!  I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you! 
I know your time is SO precious as a mom! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media. 
I look forward to seeing you back here next week for another new episode, until then, be gentle with yourself!
 
Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal    
Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com
Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com 
 
Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.