Advocacy and Civic Engagement: How Moms Can Make a Difference

Learning to Communicate Your Needs as a Mom

Welcome back to Omaha Mom Talks! I’m so excited to have you join us for today’s episode. So many women were taught that being a “good mom” meant putting themselves last. But over time, self-abandonment leads to burnout, resentment, and disconnection. This episode explores how moms can reconnect with themselves, understand their needs, and learn practical ways to communicate those needs clearly and confidently. What to Expect: In this episode, we discuss: * Why selflessness in motherhood eventually becomes unsustainable * Why asking for help feels so difficult for many women * How unmet needs turn into overwhelm, resentment, and exhaustion * The importance of self check-ins before communication * How to clearly express needs without guilt or conflict I also share my free worksheet, Communicating & Expressing Your Needs as a Mom, designed to help you practice these steps in real life.    Omaha Mom Talks – real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   Connect with Me!!   Reach out to the Omaha Mom Talks Hotline: (402)965-1718 Need advice on a messy mom moment, wondering how to set a boundary, or want to share a mom win? Give me a call and leave a voicemail. You might hear your message on the next episode!   Visit my website https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/ [https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/]   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/ [https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/] https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn [https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn]    Please subscribe, rate, and review this episode. Have thoughts on this episode or ideas for a future episode? DM me - I would love to hear from you! Omaha Mom Talks  -  real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website [https://hurrdatone.com/] or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Hurrdat_ONE]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Shame, Guilt, and Regret: The Feelings No One Warns Moms About

Welcome back to Omaha Mom Talks! I’m so excited to have you join us for today’s episode. Motherhood comes with so many emotions no one fully prepares us for - especially the quiet ones we carry alone. In this solo episode, we have an honest chat about shame, guilt, and regret in motherhood and why so many moms feel like they’re falling short. If you’ve ever replayed a parenting moment at night, questioned your decisions, or wondered if you’re somehow “messing this up,” this episode is for you. What to Expect: In this episode, we discuss: * Why motherhood creates a perfect storm for self-judgment * The important difference between guilt, shame, and regret * Why shame keeps moms stuck * Research on self-forgiveness and why some memories feel emotionally "stuck" * A simple 4-step exercise called Values Repair to move from shame toward healing This episode offers compassion, education, and practical tools to help you move forward without carrying the weight of self-blame.   Omaha Mom Talks – real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   Connect with Me!!   Reach out to the Omaha Mom Talks Hotline: (402)965-1718 Need advice on a messy mom moment, wondering how to set a boundary, or want to share a mom win? Give me a call and leave a voicemail. You might hear your message on the next episode!   Visit my website https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/ [https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/]   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/ [https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/] https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn [https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn]    Please subscribe, rate, and review this episode. Have thoughts on this episode or ideas for a future episode? DM me - I would love to hear from you! Omaha Mom Talks  -  real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website [https://hurrdatone.com/] or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Hurrdat_ONE]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Clean Your Room: Recovery & Responsibility with Payton Hogan

Welcome back to Omaha Mom Talks! We’re joined by Payton Hogan - Omaha therapist, husband, dad of five, and host of the Clean Your Room podcast. Payton runs Bear Company Counseling, where he supports clients not just with his clinical expertise, but also with lived experience and practical wisdom. In this episode, Payton shares openly his journey with depression, substance use, legal consequences, recovery, and what it actually looks like to rebuild your life one hard decision at a time.   This conversation is about: * second chances * men's mental health * and the truth that change rarely happens all at once If you’ve ever wondered if hope is still possible after difficult seasons - this episode is for you.   Connect with Payton Hogan: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecyrpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thecyrpodcast/] https://www.instagram.com/realpaytonhogan/ [https://www.instagram.com/realpaytonhogan/] Website https://www.bearcompanycounseling.com [https://www.bearcompanycounseling.com] Omaha Mom Talks – real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   Connect with Me!!   Reach out to the Omaha Mom Talks Hotline: (402)965-1718 Need advice on a messy mom moment, wondering how to set a boundary, or want to share a mom win? Give me a call and leave a voicemail. You might hear your message on the next episode!   Visit my website https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/ [https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/]   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/ [https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/] https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn [https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn]    Please subscribe, rate, and review this episode. Have thoughts on this episode or ideas for a future episode? DM me - I would love to hear from you! Omaha Mom Talks  -  real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website [https://hurrdatone.com/] or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Hurrdat_ONE]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Advocacy and Civic Engagement: How Moms Can Make a Difference

Welcome back to Omaha Mom Talks!   Today we’re talking with Denise Powell, Omaha mom, mom-of-two, and congressional candidate, about what it’s really like to be a parent right now - and how moms can show up for their families and their communities. What to Expect: *  What it's really like to be a mom in today's world and juggle the mental load * How working parents are navigating challenges and what they truly need * Practical ways for moms to get involved in advocacy -- even when you're feeling maxed out * Honest insights from Denise Powell on showing up for family and the bigger picture Connect with Denise Powell: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deniseforcongress/ [https://www.instagram.com/deniseforcongress/] Website https://deniseforcongress.org/ [https://deniseforcongress.org/]   Omaha Mom Talks – real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   Connect with Me!!   Reach out to the Omaha Mom Talks Hotline: (402)965-1718 Need advice on a messy mom moment, wondering how to set a boundary, or want to share a mom win? Give me a call and leave a voicemail. You might hear your message on the next episode!   Visit my website https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/ [https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/]   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/ [https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/] https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn [https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn]    Please subscribe, rate, and review this episode. Have thoughts on this episode or ideas for a future episode? DM me - I would love to hear from you! Omaha Mom Talks  -  real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website [https://hurrdatone.com/] or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Hurrdat_ONE]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

ADHD in Kids: What Parents Need to Know with Dr. Phil Boucher

Welcome back to Omaha Mom Talks! I’m so excited to have you join us for today’s episode. In this episode, we’re joining by Pediatrician Dr. Phil Boucher. Together we’re diving into the topic of ADHD in children. My hope is that after listening to this episode, parents can feel informed as they navigate the evaluation process without feeling overwhelmed or like they’re getting it “wrong.” What to expect: * Early signs of ADHD that often get dismissed as "normal kid behavior" * How ADHD presents differently in girls * What the evaluation and diagnosis process actually looks like * Honest conversations about medication, including fears around safety and addiction * Therapy options and supportive services (OT, routines, emotional regulation support) * Nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle factors that can impact attention and behavior * I also share my personal experience navigating ADHD within my own family -- including advocating for my daughter when concerns were initially dismissed If you’ve ever wondered “Is this ADHD or just typical behavior?” or felt unsure about where to start - you’re not alone. This episode is here to help you feel more informed, supported, and less overwhelmed. Connect with Dr. Phil Boucher Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philbouchermd/ [https://www.instagram.com/philbouchermd/] Website https://drphilboucher.com/ [https://drphilboucher.com/] Podcast https://dearparents.substack.com/podcast [https://dearparents.substack.com/podcast] YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO3MOvbjKe6Kr-6z9-_3wIQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO3MOvbjKe6Kr-6z9-_3wIQ]    Additional Resources Substack dearparents.substack.com [https://dearparents.substack.com]   ADHD Compass drphilboucher.com/adhdcompass [https://drphilboucher.com/adhdcompass]   Frontier Pediatric Care www.frontierpediatric.care [http://www.frontierpediatric.care] Omaha Mom Talks – real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   Connect with Me!!   Reach out to the Omaha Mom Talks Hotline: (402)965-1718 Need advice on a messy mom moment, wondering how to set a boundary, or want to share a mom win? Give me a call and leave a voicemail. You might hear your message on the next episode!   Visit my website https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/ [https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/]   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/ [https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/] https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalksigsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn [https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn]    Please subscribe, rate, and review this episode. Have thoughts on this episode or ideas for a future episode? DM me - I would love to hear from you! Omaha Mom Talks  -  real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to HurrdatONE Website [https://hurrdatone.com/] or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Hurrdat_ONE]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]