#67: The Motherbaby Triad: Mothering Twins Physiologically with Alaina Evangelisto
Alaina faced obstacle after obstacle during her first pregnancy, which happened to be a di-di, identical twin girl pregnancy, and her initiation into motherhood resulted in the first twin being born vaginally and the second via cesarean.Recovering from a c-section plus physical separation for days from her babies due to a NICU stay didn’t deter Alaina from physiologic mothering and tuning into her high nurture intuition.Alaina walks us through about her mindset, values, and support system which motivated her to break free from the mainstream narrative- especially the one perpetuated in social media- that moms of multiples must pump and rely on formula from day 1, contain their babies in containers, and separate them into their own sleeping spaces despite having spent every day together in the womb.Follow Alaina on Instagram @nurturingtwinsIf you’re expecting or recently birthed multiples, you must check out her course, Embracing Infancy! Support the showJOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! <3)DISCOUNT CODES & LINKSLeaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community.Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.
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#66: Reclaiming Education and Repairing Our Broken "School" System
The two of us philosophize about the distinctions between education versus learning and why even the most prestigious schools are failing today's children.As moms on the homeschooling track, we reveal how we are reclaiming the lost art of lifelong learning and why we are not subscribing to the school system's broken idea of "education" i.e. memorization, regurgitation and rigid metrics. We relish in the endless opportunities to shape our children's worldview and share which values are most important for us to cultivate in our children as they transition into older toddlerhood and ultimately young childhood.Takeaways from our discussion:Nurturing a child's interests can cultivate a lifelong love of learning.Homeschooling doesn't have to be rigid; it can be play-based.Values instilled at home shape a child's worldview.Community plays a vital role in a child's developing group dynamics skills.Food choices impact a child's health and awareness.Creative play is essential for learning and development.Observation and awe are key in developing mindfulness.Breaking free from traditional education can empower children.Language development is fostered through real-world communication.Patience and presence are crucial in nurturing a child's growth.PS- Our MOTR merch has dropped! Wear your motherhood values & be sure to tag us when you do! @MomsOffTheRecordPod Support the showJOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! <3)DISCOUNT CODES & LINKSLeaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community.Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.
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#65: Operation Stork Speed: PR Stunt or Public Health Crisis? with Natasha Vargas-Cooper of Radical Moms Union
The #BackOffBobbie campaign lives on, because someone has to say what Operation Stork Speed refused to: the real risk in formula isn’t just seed oils or trace heavy metals (the red herrings distracting the #MAHA moms). It’s cronobacter, a rare but deadly bacteria that continues to fly under the radar while mommy influencers parade USDA organic labels and metal-free test results like gold stars.This week, we’re joined by Natasha Vargas-Cooper of Radical Moms Union to expose the uncomfortable truths formula companies don’t want mothers to know. We talk about the fox guarding the hen house of formula testing, the 626 NEC lawsuits filed against major manufacturer Abbott, RFK Jr.'s murky ties to the formula industry, and how social media marketing has become the newest weapon against maternal instinct.This conversation isn’t about shame. It’s about power: power in knowledge, power in truth, and power in numbers. It’s time to reclaim motherhood from corporate capture. Get involved with RMU if mobilizing mothers to advocate for change makes you excited!🎙️ Get Involved with Radical Moms Union: Instagram Website SubstackTimestamps:00:00 Introduction to the Dark Side of Influencer Marketing03:10 The Dark Alliance: Bobby Kennedy and Formula Industry06:57 Heavy Metals and the Formula Industry12:39 The Role of Seed Oils in Infant Formula18:23 Understanding Chronobacter and Its Risks24:04 NEC: The Hidden Dangers of Formula Feeding29:53 Legal Battles and Corporate Accountability32:29 The Role of Corporations in Infant Nutrition34:45 Personal Stories and the Impact of Formula38:51 The Influence of Social Media on Maternal Choices43:42 The Need for Safer Formula and Regulatory Changes49:49 Corporate Interests and the Future of Infant Nutrition53:14 Reclaiming Motherhood56:02 The Formula Industry's Influence58:54 Building Power Among Mothers01:01:21 Strategies for Activism01:05:26 The Radical Moms UnionSupport the showJOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! <3)DISCOUNT CODES & LINKSLeaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community.Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.
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#64: Motherhood is a Spiritual Calling: How Will You Respond?
Motherhood demands that we see the beauty and the lessons in the micro moments that most people take for granted while mindlessly scrolling on their phones, rushing out the door, or even when they’re physically present but mentally checked out. The magic of motherhood happens in the quotidian, mundane, messy interactions, not in the elaborate, grand gestures.The spiritual calling of motherhood is available to every mother; the question is, is every mother ready to answer its call? When our frenetic society obsessed with metrics, productivity, efficiency, and jam-packed schedules is telling us to do more and be more, that should be our cue to slow down and be nowhere else but present. If we aren’t really present for our kids, then what is the point of all of this anyway? What magical, picture-perfect moment are we trying to fast forward to, and why does our culture laud business as if there is no higher honor to achieve? Join just the two of us as we reflect upon how each of us is deepening our response to the spiritual calling of motherhood.Resources + Books Mentioned: Rebecca Giannini - The Present Parents Coaching (code MOTR saves you 15%)Scattered Minds by Dr. Gabor Mate, MDThe Conscious Parent by Dr. Shefali Tsabary, MDThe Seven Spiritual Laws for Parents by Deepak ChopraSupport the showJOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! <3)DISCOUNT CODES & LINKSLeaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community.Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.
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#63: The Sleep Episode Every Mom Needs to Hear with Brittany Chambers of Good Night Moon Child
Is your baby actually a “bad sleeper," or have you just been given bad advice?In this eye-opening conversation, we’re joined by Brittany Chambers, the voice behind Good Night Moon Child, to explore what modern sleep culture gets so wrong. From the myth of self-soothing to the importance of nervous system regulation, we unpack how attunement, not control, is the missing piece in most sleep advice.You’ll hear:- Why sleep starts with the caregiver’s nervous system- How mainstream sleep training often disregards neurobiological development- What attuned sleep support actually looks like - Kat and April’s personal sleep struggles and real-time “aha” momentsIf you’re overwhelmed and disheartened by the rigidity of and disassociation with sleep schedules, wake windows, and one-size-fits-all routines, this episode will help you exhale and tune back in to what you and your baby truly need.This is the sleep episode every mom should hear.Support the showJOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! <3)DISCOUNT CODES & LINKSLeaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community.Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.
April West and Katherine Sigblad examine pregnancy, birth, matrescence, and child rearing through a countercultural and unorthodox lens in their thought-provoking, bi-weekly episodes.If you are curious or skeptical about the childhood jab schedule, breastfeeding, sovereign birth, elimination communication, big pHarma, and baby-led weaning— just to name a few "controversial" subjects— then you came to the right podcast!We'll never tell you what to think or what to do— you can leave that up to your favorite TT docs instead. Rather, we unabashedly share our lived experiences and perspectives with a sprinkle of evidence (only when called for), and we always encourage you to make decisions that feel right for your family. Challenging existing perspectives and thinking critically is what we're all about.Thanks for tuning in!
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