Episode 23: Local Mom Spotlight: The Truth About Postpartum Support with Lauren Swanson

Episode 23: Local Mom Spotlight: The Truth About Postpartum Support with Lauren Swanson

What does a postpartum doula actually do—and why are more moms seeking their support? In this Mom Spotlight Moment, I sit down with postpartum doula Lauren Swanson to discuss the realities of life after birth, common challenges new moms face, and practical ways families can build a stronger support system during the postpartum season. We talk about: ✨ What a postpartum doula does ✨ How she got started in this field ✨ Common struggles new moms face ✨ Ways partners and family members can help ✨ Encouragement for moms navigating postpartum Whether you're expecting, newly postpartum, or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with valuable insight and encouragement. 🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube. Get Connected with Lauren Swanson, The Postpartum Doula https://www.laurentppd.com/ [https://www.laurentppd.com/] Lauren's Free Guide to Help a New Mom https://www.laurentppd.com/lending-library/p/texts-for-someone-struggling [https://www.laurentppd.com/lending-library/p/texts-for-someone-struggling] #TheTuckeredMama #MomSpotlightMoment #PostpartumSupport #PostpartumDoula #MotherhoodPodcast #NewMomLife #MomLife #PostpartumJourney

Episode 22: The Tuckered Mama Guide to Surviving the Beach with Kids

🏖️ Beach Vacation Edition | 20 Questions with a Tuckered Mama Planning a beach vacation with kids? This episode is for you! In this special Beach Vacation Edition of 20 Questions with a Tuckered Mama, I sit down with a fellow mom who lives near the beach in Florida to discuss all the must-have products, hacks, and family travel essentials that make beach days easier and more enjoyable. From sunscreen applicators and beach wagons to sand-removal tricks, pool accessories, travel gear, and toddler-friendly beach tips, we're sharing real-life advice from moms who have learned through experience. In this episode we discuss: ☀️ Beach essentials for families 🏖️ Pool and beach accessories worth buying 👶 Tips for visiting the beach with babies and toddlers 🎒 Family travel must-haves 🚗 Road trip survival ideas 🪣 Favorite beach toys and activities ✨ Sand hacks every parent should know 🌊 Beach vacation mistakes to avoid Whether you're planning a family beach getaway, a weekend pool trip, or simply looking for ways to make summer easier with kids, this episode is packed with helpful ideas and practical tips. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and leave a comment sharing your favorite beach or travel hack for families! Everything we talked about linked here! https://www.amazon.com/shop/brownboxreviews/list/XJUDQ150SERR?ref_=aipsflist&ccs_id=115952cf-ca1c-4682-8396-b5f50e0c0589 [https://www.amazon.com/shop/brownboxreviews/list/XJUDQ150SERR?ref_=aipsflist&ccs_id=115952cf-ca1c-4682-8396-b5f50e0c0589] #TheTuckeredMama #BeachVacation #FamilyTravel #MomPodcast #SummerWithKids #TravelTips #BeachLife #ParentingPodcast #PodcastForMoms

Episode 21: The Modern Dad: How Fatherhood Has Changed

Fatherhood has changed a lot over the years, and in this week’s episode of The Tuckered Mama Podcast, we’re giving dads the recognition they deserve. Join me, Sami Collins and fellow Tuckered Mama Julia as we discuss how modern dads have evolved from traditional provider roles into active, involved, and present parents. From diaper changes and bedtime routines to emotional support and financial pressures, today’s fathers play a vital role in raising children and supporting their families. In this episode, we discuss: • How fatherhood has changed over generations • Why parenting is a partnership • The emotional impact of becoming a dad • Postpartum depression and anxiety in fathers • The pressures dads face as providers and parents • The importance of supporting one another through parenthood • Father’s Day gift ideas submitted by our community Whether you’re a mom, dad, grandparent, or caregiver, this conversation is a reminder that raising children truly takes a village. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a dad who deserves to be celebrated this Father’s Day. #TheTuckeredMama #Fatherhood #ParentingPodcast #DadLife #Motherhood #FatherhoodMatters #ParentingTogether #FathersDay

Episode 20: Growing Up in the 90s and Raising Kids in 2026

Did we really grow up drinking from the garden hose, riding bikes until the streetlights came on, and disappearing for hours without our parents knowing exactly where we were? Yes. Yes, we did. In this episode of The Tuckered Mama Podcast, I’m taking a nostalgic look back at what childhood was like in the 90s and comparing it to parenting in 2026. From screen-time limits and milestone tracking to gentle parenting and social media pressures, today’s parents are navigating challenges that our parents never had to think about. But does that mean parenting is harder now, or just different? Join me as I share funny childhood memories, compare parenting styles across generations, and discuss how parenting has evolved over the years. In this episode, we’ll talk about: • 90s childhood memories that would shock parents today • How parenting styles have changed • Modern parenting worries and pressures • Screen time, technology, and social media • Things our parents got right • Whether we’re overthinking parenting in 2026 If you’re a fellow 90s kid, parent, or just love a good dose of nostalgia, this episode is for you! Subscribe for weekly conversations about motherhood, parenting, family life, self-care, and the beautiful chaos of raising kids. Follow The Tuckered Mama: Instagram: @thetuckeredmama #TheTuckeredMama #MomPodcast #90sKids #ParentingPodcast #ModernParenting #Motherhood #MomLife #ToddlerMom #ParentingHumor #GentleParenting #90sChildhood

Episode 19: Traveling with Toddlers: Choas, Snacks and Survival Mode

Traveling with toddlers is NOT for the weak. In this solo episode of The Tuckered Mama Podcast, I'm talking about the real side of traveling with little kids — the packing chaos, snack negotiations, car ride meltdowns, solo parenting moments, overstimulation, mental load, forgotten items, disrupted routines, and everything in between. Because somehow a “simple weekend trip” turns into packing half your house while trying to keep tiny humans alive and entertained. In this episode I'm chatting about: • The invisible mental load moms carry while traveling • Packing stress & forgetting things • Car ride survival mode with toddlers • Traveling while solo parenting • Expectations vs. reality of family trips • Mom guilt, overstimulation & exhaustion • Practical toddler travel survival tips • Finding joy in the chaos of this season If you’ve ever felt exhausted before the vacation even started… this episode is for you. You are not alone in the chaos, mama. Don’t forget to: * LIKE this episode * SUBSCRIBE to the podcast * SHARE with another mom who understands toddler travel survival mode #MotherhoodPodcast #ToddlerTravel #MomLife #TravelingWithToddlers #TheTuckeredMama #SoloPodcast #MomMentalLoad #ToddlerMom #ParentingPodcast #MomLifeUnfiltered