Milk-Stained & Mentally Drained

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I have loved the few brief episodes I have done with this platform. It quickly became such a fun little hobby that I have truly loved. I hope to see you all back in the near future- after a much needed do-over ;)

Giving Up The Mental Load

In this solo episode, I’m diving into something I heard from multiple moms in session today: “My partner wants to help, but telling them how to help just feels like one more thing on my plate.” If you’ve ever said, “I don’t need more questions—I need less to carry,” this episode is for you. I’m breaking down why the mental load of motherhood makes even well-intentioned support feel exhausting, what partners often miss about invisible labor, and practical ways to step in without putting more responsibility back on mom. This is the episode overwhelmed moms can send directly to their partner as a real and relatable way to start the conversation. Because talking about mental health and motherhood means naming the unseen weight, too.. . . . . Follow on Instagram: @marie.yarrington . . Ask a question, give feedback or connect by email! marie@whereflowersbloom-counseling.com . . . . . Disclaimer: This podcast is for relatable, fun, and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or therapy. ** Big thank you for the intro/outro music: "Whip" by Kontraa**

From Toddlers to Teens: Understanding Big Emotions at Every Stage

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with family therapist Blair Fulton to talk all about the tween and teen years — and how the skills we use when parenting the "later years" correlates directly with our earliest years. We dive into something I found so helpful: the parallels between toddlers, babies, and teens. Yep — those big emotions, shutdowns, and meltdowns? There’s actually a lot more overlap than you might think. Blair breaks down what’s really happening in these stages and how understanding that can completely shift the way we respond as parents. We also talk about resilience — what it actually means (beyond just “toughing it out”) and how we can support our kids in building it in a way that feels safe, connected, and sustainable. If you’re parenting a child of any age and finding yourself questioning, “Am I doing this right?” — this episode will help you feel more grounded, more informed, and a lot less alone. This conversation is all about learning how to support your child through big emotions while staying connected — and reminding you that you don’t have to do it perfectly to do it well. Follow Blair on Socials! Instagram & TikTok: @therapyblair [https://www.instagram.com/therapyblair/] Follow Marie on Instagram: @milkstainedandmentallydrained @whereflowersbloomcounseling . . Ask a question, give feedback or connect by email! marie@whereflowersbloom-counseling.com . . . . . Disclaimer: This podcast is for relatable, fun, and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or therapy. ** Big thank you for the intro/outro music: "Whip" by Kontraa**

Things I Feel Insecure About… and Maybe You Do Too

In this episode, I’m getting honest about something we all experience but rarely talk about openly: insecurities. I share some of my own personal insecurities and then read through a list of incredibly relatable ones that so many people carry quietly. From comparison and self-doubt to the small thoughts that creep in throughout the day, this conversation is all about normalizing the human experience and reminding ourselves that we’re not alone in these feelings. . . Follow on Instagram: @milkstainedandmentallydrained @whereflowersbloomcounseling . . Ask a question, give feedback or connect by email! marie@whereflowersbloom-counseling.com . . . . . Disclaimer: This podcast is for relatable, fun, and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or therapy. ** Big thank you for the intro/outro music: "Whip" by Kontraa**

Let's Talk String Cheese

Today we’re briefly dissecting the viral “String Cheese Song” and what it teaches us about emotional overwhelm, mental health, and modern motherhood. This episode explores how humor, stress, and vulnerability intersect — and why so many people resonated with this simple yet powerful moment. A real and relatable conversation about feelings we don’t always know how to name. Book mentioned: Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleiman https://www.amazon.com/Good-Moms-Have-Scary-Thoughts/dp/1641701307/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=187088767355&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.9R-Mmf5oE7jHndwV-KRmUxfSbtF3GsHCBEAA6ql4doNNwmXKDZeMf9NN-_zdoJRFlXMrxSZgd8IgGKGAF-Tx5sR55OqHuVyHiRzv8c2PIXKWIVkU9CUAETOvOvHAVdedw8gEoGOBoah5tJ7BRRVCE3f_GjJdJNlH2eyY4AR5GrNybkJ6bnKJXUbU8QGMYec3zN7oaEUisK7eR-ZvcsvkNc1qx-SXNabbDx3irsyHEuQ.BUr1mDxV3ibw0En2SIzTKtGevbfB-8WlP51e3dHQfqU&dib_tag=se&hvadid=792718917249&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9189738&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=15152469775018872160--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=15152469775018872160&hvtargid=kwd-563735239642&hydadcr=13689_13765081_2455692&keywords=good+moms+have+scary+thoughts&mcid=d3b922baf6993953b6413b15eb155ab6&qid=1771447859&sr=8-1 Follow on Instagram: @milkstainedandmentallydrained @whereflowersbloomcounseling . . Ask a question or connect by email! marie@whereflowersbloom-counseling.com . . . . . Disclaimer: This podcast is for relatable, fun, and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or therapy. ** Big thank you for the intro/outro music: "Whip" by Kontraa**