The Nurture Network

S1 Ep17: Motherhood, Mental Health, and the Power of Support — with Dowa Health

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2441602/fan_mail/new] When support shows up, everything changes. In this powerful conversation, Jess sits down with Stella Falkner, founder of Dowa Health [https://www.dowahealth.com/], to explore what happens when maternal depression and anxiety don’t end after the first year of motherhood — and how Dowa is transforming the way moms access care. Stella shares her deeply personal journey through maternal mental health challenges and how it led her to create Dowa, a wellness platform designed to meet mothers where they are — with evidence-based, on-demand tools and compassionate experts who understand the emotional, physical, and mental load of motherhood. Together, Jess and Stella explore why so many moms still suffer in silence, how to find real, lasting support, and what it looks like to feel connected again. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or unseen, this conversation offers a reminder that you’re not alone — and that support can start with one small step. Try the Dowa App for FREE for 2 weeks [https://www.dowahealth.com/get-dowa-app]. Use code JESSB10 for 10% off when you upgrade. Join me on the Dowa app for a FREE Live Session, on Weds November 12, 730pm: Holiday Survival Guide for Moms: Managing Kids, Schedules & Stress, Register Here [https://luma.com/hjmcqd8c?utm_source=embed]. Visit my website for resources and support: www.mothernurturecoaching.com [http://www.mothernurturecoaching.com/] 🌱 Want to pause, reflect, and parent with more calm? Join me for Nurture Reset Live [https://go.mothernurturecoaching.com/nurtureresetmonthly] — a free monthly session to reconnect with yourself and your parenting. Want guidance in improving your relationship with your child? Schedule a FREE Parenting Reset Call [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/126645] with me!  Learn about my signature NURTURE Process [https://www.mothernurturecoaching.com/nurtureframework] for Parenting. To build a foundation of clarity, peace & connection in parenting, learn more about my coaching program, Groundwork: The Foundational Coaching Experience for Aligned Motherhood [https://go.mothernurturecoaching.com/groundwork]. Reconnect with yourself, reclaim your time, and align your intentions with how you parent each day with my Empowered Mother Digital Journal [https://nn.mothernurturecoaching.com/empoweredjournal374390]. Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration and tips: @mothernurturecoaching [https://www.instagram.com/mothernurturecoaching/] Get a boost of parenting insights in your inbox each week. Subscribe to my ... [https://nurtureboost.substack.com/]

S1 Ep16: When Joy Feels Out of Reach in Motherhood (and How to Find It Again)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2441602/fan_mail/new] Do you love your kids but secretly struggle to enjoy motherhood? You’re not alone. In this honest episode of The Nurture Network, parent coach Jess Baldenhofer dives deep into why motherhood can feel so heavy—even when you love your child fiercely. You’ll learn what’s really happening in your nervous system when parenting feels overwhelming, how childhood conditioning and “performing for love” patterns disconnect you from joy, and how your kids can actually become your teachers in emotional regulation. Jess shares relatable mom-life stories, nervous system science, and powerful tools to help you move from survival mode to presence, connection, and real joy. If you’ve ever thought, “Why don’t I enjoy motherhood the way I thought I would?”—this episode will help you find your way back to yourself. Visit my website for resources and support: www.mothernurturecoaching.com [http://www.mothernurturecoaching.com/] 🌱 Want to pause, reflect, and parent with more calm? Join me for Nurture Reset Live [https://go.mothernurturecoaching.com/nurtureresetmonthly] — a free monthly session to reconnect with yourself and your parenting. Want guidance in improving your relationship with your child? Schedule a FREE Parenting Reset Call [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/126645] with me!  Learn about my signature NURTURE Process [https://www.mothernurturecoaching.com/nurtureframework] for Parenting. To build a foundation of clarity, peace & connection in parenting, learn more about my coaching program, Groundwork: The Foundational Coaching Experience for Aligned Motherhood [https://go.mothernurturecoaching.com/groundwork]. Reconnect with yourself, reclaim your time, and align your intentions with how you parent each day with my Empowered Mother Digital Journal [https://nn.mothernurturecoaching.com/empoweredjournal374390]. Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration and tips: @mothernurturecoaching [https://www.instagram.com/mothernurturecoaching/] Get a boost of parenting insights in your inbox each week. Subscribe to my ... [https://nurtureboost.substack.com/]

S1 Ep15: Understanding Somatics: Parenting From Body and Mind (with Lauraine Mann)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2441602/fan_mail/new] If you’ve ever felt stuck in your head, overwhelmed by your child’s big emotions, or unsure how to stay calm in the chaos—this episode is for you. In this conversation, Jess is joined by psychosomatic practitioner Lauraine Mann to explore how your body holds the key to parenting with more calm, connection, and confidence. You’ll learn why unprocessed emotions get stored in the body, how your nervous system shapes your reactions, and simple body-based tools you can use daily to reset. What you’ll hear: * What “somatic” really means and why it matters for moms * The nervous system’s role in handling your child’s big feelings * Tiny, doable somatic practices to reduce stress in everyday parenting * How to redirect your child’s hitting or yelling into safe, body-based outlets * Ways to model emotional regulation and build your child’s resilience This is your invitation to stop overthinking, reconnect with your body, and discover the missing piece that can transform your parenting. Lauraine Mann is a Psychosomatic Practitioner based in New York, offering in person and virtual 1:1 and couples sessions. With a Master's Degree in Psychology, a Diploma in Somatic (Body-Based) Therapy, and over 20 years of experience in energy healing and meditation facilitation, she offers a compassionate and intuitive space where your inner experiences and outer relationships can be explored with curiosity and care. Lauraine's work invites personal, interpersonal, and societal awareness, supporting transformative change toward a more embodied, authentic, and fulfilling life. More info on Lauraine Mann:   laurainemann.com [https://www.laurainemann.com/] Follow Lauraine on Instagram: @lauraine.mann [https://www.instagram.com/lauraine.mann/] Visit my website for resources and support: www.mothernurturecoaching.com [http://www.mothernurturecoaching.com/] 🌱 Want to pause, reflect, and parent with more calm? Join me for Nurture Reset Live [https://go.mothernurturecoaching.com/nurtureresetmonthly] — a free monthly session to reconnect with yourself and your parenting. Want guidance in improving your relationship with your child? Schedule a FREE Parenting Reset Call [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/126645] with me!  Learn about my signature NURTURE Process [https://www.mothernurturecoaching.com/nurtureframework] for Parenting. To build a foundation of clarity, peace & connection in parenting, learn more about my coaching program, Groundwork: The Foundational Coaching Experience for Aligned Motherhood [https://go.mothernurturecoaching.com/groundwork]. Reconnect with yourself, reclaim your time, and align your intentions with how you parent each day with my Empowered Mother Digital Journal [https://nn.mothernurturecoaching.com/empoweredjournal374390]. Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration and tips: @mothernurturecoaching [https://www.instagram.com/mothernurturecoaching/] Get a boost of parenting insights in your inbox each week. Subscribe to my ... [https://nurtureboost.substack.com/]

S1 Ep 14: Why Scripts Fail—and the Parenting Process That Works

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2441602/fan_mail/new] In this week’s episode of The Nurture Network, we explore why parenting scripts—that perfect response you rehearse in your head—rarely work. Instead, what transforms behavior is a process: a thoughtful approach rooted in values, presence, and emotional regulation. We dive into:  • The difference between a scripted reaction and a values‑based process  • Why rehearsed lines fail when your emotional regulation is low  • How to create your own “parenting process”—step by step, value driven  • Real-life examples where processes bring clarity, consistency, and confidence  • How to shift from performing for your child to leading with intention If you’ve ever snapped at bedtime despite knowing what to say—or exhausted yourself trying to say the “right thing”—this episode is for you. Because great parenting isn’t about saying the perfect words. It’s about having a calm, grounded map to guide you in real time—even in the middle of the chaos. Listen to The Nurture Network wherever you get your podcasts—this one’s going to change how you lead in parenting. Visit my website for resources and support: www.mothernurturecoaching.com [http://www.mothernurturecoaching.com/] 🌱 Want to pause, reflect, and parent with more calm? Join me for Nurture Reset Live [https://go.mothernurturecoaching.com/nurtureresetmonthly] — a free monthly session to reconnect with yourself and your parenting. Want guidance in improving your relationship with your child? Schedule a FREE Parenting Reset Call [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/126645] with me!  Learn about my signature NURTURE Process [https://www.mothernurturecoaching.com/nurtureframework] for Parenting. To build a foundation of clarity, peace & connection in parenting, learn more about my coaching program, Groundwork: The Foundational Coaching Experience for Aligned Motherhood [https://go.mothernurturecoaching.com/groundwork]. Reconnect with yourself, reclaim your time, and align your intentions with how you parent each day with my Empowered Mother Digital Journal [https://nn.mothernurturecoaching.com/empoweredjournal374390]. Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration and tips: @mothernurturecoaching [https://www.instagram.com/mothernurturecoaching/] Get a boost of parenting insights in your inbox each week. Subscribe to my ... [https://nurtureboost.substack.com/]

S1 Ep13: The Boundaries Behind Bedtime — with Ella Hanover

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2441602/fan_mail/new] In this episode of The Nurture Network, Jess talks with pediatric sleep coach Ella Hanover about why sleep is one of the first—and hardest—boundaries parents set. Together, they explore how sleep challenges go deeper than bedtime routines, often triggering guilt, self-doubt, and identity shifts in early motherhood. Ella shares her expert insights on how sleep is a turning point in the parent-child relationship, how to confidently lead with love and boundaries, and why prioritizing your own rest is essential—not selfish. Whether you’re navigating newborn sleep or toddler transitions, this conversation offers both emotional validation and practical tools. In this episode, we cover: * Why sleep is often the first parenting “hard no” * How to hold boundaries with love and confidence * What sleep reveals about your evolving identity as a parent * Why your needs matter—and how to honor them * Encouragement for parents feeling exhausted or unsure Connect with Ella at: https://www.ellagracesleepsolutions.com/ Find Ella on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/ellagracesleepsolutions Visit my website for resources and support: www.mothernurturecoaching.com [http://www.mothernurturecoaching.com/] 🌱 Want to pause, reflect, and parent with more calm? Join me for Nurture Reset Live [https://go.mothernurturecoaching.com/nurtureresetmonthly] — a free monthly session to reconnect with yourself and your parenting. Want guidance in improving your relationship with your child? Schedule a FREE Parenting Reset Call [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/126645] with me!  Learn about my signature NURTURE Process [https://www.mothernurturecoaching.com/nurtureframework] for Parenting. To build a foundation of clarity, peace & connection in parenting, learn more about my coaching program, Groundwork: The Foundational Coaching Experience for Aligned Motherhood [https://go.mothernurturecoaching.com/groundwork]. Reconnect with yourself, reclaim your time, and align your intentions with how you parent each day with my Empowered Mother Digital Journal [https://nn.mothernurturecoaching.com/empoweredjournal374390]. Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration and tips: @mothernurturecoaching [https://www.instagram.com/mothernurturecoaching/] Get a boost of parenting insights in your inbox each week. Subscribe to my ... [https://nurtureboost.substack.com/]