Gentle Parenting: Have We Gone too Far?

They Told Her It Was Just Anxiety... It Was Actually Preeclampsia

In this raw and powerful episode, host and maternal health advocate Jaymee opens up about the life-threatening condition that nearly took her life and so many others and the systemic failure that allows it to constantly be dismissed as "just stress." May is Preeclampsia Awareness Month, but one month isn’t enough when thousands of women are still being sent home undiagnosed, unsupported, and unheard. Backed by World Health Organization research and real stories from moms like you, this episode pulls no punches. We’re talking medical gaslighting, postpartum trauma, the lack of research funding, and what it’s really like to live with the aftermath of a Severe Preeclampsia diagnosis. 💜 Download the new e-book “Navigating Life After Preeclampsia” for just $10 at thegenuinemom.com [https://thegenuinemom.com/] If you’ve ever been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left to suffer in silence, this one’s for you. Subscribe now and share with a mom who needs to hear this. Your story matters.

This Isn’t Where I Thought I’d Be... But Maybe That’s Okay

This isn’t where I thought I’d be… but maybe that’s okay. In this heartfelt solo episode, we’re talking about the messy middle, the detours, the diagnoses, the dreams that didn’t happen, and the deep sighs of motherhood when life just doesn’t look how we imagined. Whether you’re navigating chronic illness, anxiety, birth trauma, or just the weight of being a mom in survival mode, this episode is for you. Inside: * How to name and grieve the life you imagined * What to do when everything feels like it’s going off-script * Gentle reminders that purpose can still be found—even here You're not behind. You're not broken. You're on a different road, and you're not alone.

Chronic Illness Doesn't Care About My Podcast Schedule

In this episode of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast, I’m coming in real and raw because chronic illness doesn’t care about my podcast schedule. Life has been a lot lately: recurring infections, exhaustion, and the mental battle of permitting myself to rest… especially as a mom. I’m catching you up on where I’ve been, how I’m doing, and what keeps my mind semi-sane (spoiler alert: naps, baking, and TikTok deep dives). And yes—we're going there—the whole Selena Gomez/Justin Bieber/Hailey mess that's taken over my For You Page. 🙃 If you’ve ever felt guilty for resting or struggled to keep up with life while your body is falling apart, this one’s for you. You’re not alone—and you’re not behind. Stick around to the end for three encouraging reminders you can carry with you through the chaos. 💛

Hot Takes From a Tired Mom: 15 Unpopular Opinions

Tired of pretending you love every trend on social media? SAME. In this laugh-out-loud episode of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast, I’m sharing 40 hot takes and unpopular opinions that real moms are thinking, but aren’t saying out loud. From matching family PJs and toddler affirmations to aesthetic lunchboxes and those “perfect” morning routines, nothing is safe. 😅 We’re diving deep into the pressure to “do it all,” why social media is 95% fake, and how being uniquely YOU is the best trend you can follow. 💛 If you’ve ever felt like you're falling short because you’re not following every influencer’s blueprint, this episode is your official permission slip to ditch perfection and do motherhood your way. Grab your coffee, press play, and join the club, the Genuine Mom Club.

Gentle Parenting: Have We Gone too Far?

Is gentle parenting working, or are we being too gentle? In this jam-packed deep dive episode of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast. We explore the parenting trend that’s taken over TikTok, Instagram, and modern mom life: gentle parenting. We’ll break down what it really is, how it became so popular, and why so many parents wonder if it is helping or harming ✨ You’ll learn: * What gentle parenting actually means (beyond social media highlights) * The origins and psychology behind the trend * Real benefits backed by research, like stronger emotional intelligence * The potential downsides: Are we raising kids who can’t handle the real world? * Powerful statistics from leading journals and experts * How to course correct if you’ve leaned too far into gentle parenting * Encouragement and real talk for every parent feeling the pressure Whether you’re a gentle parenting advocate, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and encouraged. Parenting is hard but we are doing this together. Tune in, mama. 💛 Check out thegenuinemom.com [thegenuinemom.com] for resources for your motherhood journey. Sources Mentioned in the Episode: * Ockwell-Smith, Sarah. The Gentle Parenting Book. Little, Brown Book Group, 2016. * Markham, Laura. Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting. TarcherPerigee, 2012. * Crandall, A., et al. (2020). "Parenting Styles and Emotional Outcomes in Children." Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry. * American Academy of Pediatrics. (2023). "Discipline Strategies and Behavioral Outcomes in Early Childhood." AAP Policy Statement.