To Mom is To Love with Valerie Probstfeld, NP

Photographing Life - Episode 27

D’anina is a maternity and newborn photographer who also worked as a manager at United Airlines. At the age of 40, D’anina stepped out of her comfort zone to pursue her dream of becoming a photographer. She inspires women to reach their true potential and I just LOVED our conversation!
In this episode, we discuss photography and all its emotions, trusting in yourself, letting go of control, and D'anina's thoughts on all the countries she has visited throughout her career.
Check out D'anina at: https://www.daninafotografia.com/
@daninafotografia
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Infertility and Empowerment with Erica Hoke - Episode 26

Erica Hoke is a fertility empowerment coach and author who focuses on empowerment, detoxing, as well as education.
I just loved our conversation! Erica is a wealth of information. If you currently struggle, have been affected, or know someone else on an infertility journey this is a must-see! In this episode we discuss lifestyle, mental health impact of infertility, patient advocacy, and so much more!
You can find Erica here:
https://ericahoke.com/
Link to Erica's books:
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Blooming in Motherhood with Molly Vasa Bertolucci, LCSW, PMH-C - Episode 25

I loved my conversation with Molly Vasa Bertolucci, LCSW, PMH-C and know you will too!
Molly is perinatal mental health therapist, licensed clinical social worker, and founder of Poppy Therapy. She helps moms "find confidence, calm, and connection so you can bloom in the early days, months, and years of motherhood." She offers NICU courses, hosts the podcast "Blooming in Motherhood", and is a wealth of information for moms.
In this episode, we discuss the experience of having a baby in the NICU, fullness of all emotions, OCD, loss, poppies and warmth. 
Check out Molly's awesome website and services here: 
https://www.poppy-therapy.com/
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A Therapist’s Perspective of Maternal Mental Health - Episode 24

Reena De Lanerolle is a maternal mental health therapist, licensed clinical professional counselor, and a certified rehabilitation therapist. She also is a mother of two young children. Through Reena's unique background, she gives holistic care that emphasizes each person’s individuality. She also provides strength-based and solutions-focused therapy.
I loved our conversation and know you will too! In this episode, we discuss cultural views of motherhood, finding a village, emotional vs logical brain, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, and more.
Check out Reena here: https://www.counselingworks.com/about-us/reena-de-lanerolle-lcpc-crc/
Email: reena@counselingworks.com
 
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Conversations with a Therapist - Episode 23

Kristen N. Smith, MSW, LCSW is a licensed clinical therapist and founder of Wells Counseling.
Kristen empowers others to maximize their overall well-being. She also supports individuals to overcome challenges, works with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. 
In this episode, we discuss how to find a therapist, motherhood, self-compassion, grounding techniques and more!
You can find Kristen here:
Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th...
Website: https://wellscounselingpllc.com/
Email: kristen@wellscounselingpllc.com
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Freedom from Thoughts and Abraham Lincoln’s Internal Struggles - Episode 22

In this episode, I discuss mental freedom.
The definition of “free” means “not under the control or in the power of another; able to act or be done as one wishes.”How many times though are we truly free from our thoughts? The constant pressure society puts on ourselves as moms? Our own past or perceived future can also keep us bound.What does it mean to set yourself free?
I also discuss Abraham Lincoln's internal struggles and interesting as well as unrecognized women in history. 
Book excerpt from: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb 
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Mom Tech Advice - Episode 21

Sarah is the creator of Family Tech Zone and Family Tech Talk. She assists parents to become more familiar with technology their children and teens may use and encourages you to be the "tech expert in your home."
Sarah is also a regular NBC, CBS, and Fox News Family Tech Contributor, a mom of two teenagers, and has been an IT manager for over two decades.
In this episode we discuss many aspects of social media, popular platforms, family tech contracts, parental controls, online safety, and more.
You don't want to miss this episode!
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Emotional Regulation and Love with Aaron Washburn - Episode 20

I had the pleasure of speaking with my guest, Aaron Washburn. Aaron teaches emotional regulation to reduce and reverse burnout for nurses, healthcare workers, and moms.In this episode, we discuss how to recognize and manage emotions, especially during challenging times. We also explore the incredible power of love, emotional triggers, and concepts Aaron teaches us that can help navigate emotions more effectively.  You don't want to miss this episode!
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Physical and Mental Fitness for Moms with Coach Kristine Ziffra - Episode 19

Kristine Ziffra is a pregnancy/postpartum fitness coach and host of Mama Project Podcast. She is also a mom, former gym owner, and lifelong athlete.
In this episode, we discuss life after our babies are born, physical and mental health, seasons of matrescence, and discipline versus motivation.
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Instagram: @kristine.adele.fit
Email: kristine@mamaprojectllc.com
Mama Project Podcast:
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Learning About Hospice, Life, and Death: Conversations with Podcaster Jason Cattrell - Episode 18

I had the pleasure of speaking with Jason Cattrell on the other side of the pond. Jason is a British former psychiatric charge nurse who now works in hospice. He is the host of a fascinating podcast, "Everything End of Life." Jason is also a writer and former theatre director.
In this episode, we discuss leaving a legacy, funerals, the power of human belief, and much more.
“Death is not the opposite of life, but a part of it.” Haruki Murakami
You can find Jason's podcast on Spotify "Everything End of Life." https://open.spotify.com/show/7j1eVf84pGRw2BWxev6dNS?si=TVj3tVm-SieHNEFUk2M-dw&fbclid=IwAR1eBdztMST97AIj79g4b-pum_N1Vq1VOhSJcHziUq6kaFM2C8Nai-8yBmM&nd=1
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