The Mom Room
The Mom Room is a podcast hosted by Renee Reina, creator of the Instagram account @themomroom. It covers a wide range of topics relevant to mothers, including parenting advice, pop culture gossip, product recommendations, and interviews. The show aims to create a supportive and entertaining space for moms to discuss the realities of motherhood. New episodes are released every Tuesday and Thursday.
Episodes
Motherhood is Hard: Social Media Makes It Harder - Part 2
September 17th, 2026: Has motherhood become performative?In Part 2 of this conversation, Renee continues exploring how social media has changed motherhood, and the way we actually experience our lives as moms.Are we enjoying the moment, or are we thinking about how the moment will look in a photo? Are we creating memories for our kids, or unconsciously thinking about how those memories wi
Eli Weinstein on Marriage After Kids: The "Default Parent" & Feeling Like Roommates
After preparing for birth, who prepares your marriage? Six weeks into having his third baby, couples therapist Eli Weinstein joins The Mom Room to talk about what happens to a relationship after kids. He wrote the book on it while living it!Renee and Eli get into the conversations worth having before the baby arrives, how to ask for what you need without playing head games, and his rule t
Back-to-School Anxiety & My Reminder to Slow Down
September 10th, 2026: In this solo episode of The Mom Room, I’m recapping our Labour Day weekend, Milo’s pickleball birthday party, and his first day back at school. And somehow, what was supposed to feel like a fresh start has turned into… anxiety?!I’ve realized I put WAY too much pressure on September and back-to-school. Get back into a routine! Be productive! Get organized! Get ahead!
Motherhood is Hard: Social Media Makes It Harder - Part 1
September 8th, 2026: Has social media made motherhood harder?In this solo episode of The Mom Room, Renee talks about the ways social media has added to the mental load of motherhood and created new pressures for moms. From constantly comparing ourselves to other mothers online to feeling like we need to create the “perfect” childhood, social media has changed what we think good motherhood
Harry Styles, NYC & Last Night's Series of Unfortunate Events
Thursday September 3rd: Renee is back with a full recap of her trip to New York City to see Harry Styles, because obviously we need to discuss EVERYTHING. From the NYC adventure to seeing Harry live, Renee shares the highlights, the chaos, and all of her thoughts from the trip.Then, things take a very different turn when Renee recaps the absolutely ridiculous series of unfortunate events
Dr. Tanya Cotler on Gentle Parenting: The Myths, Challenges & Everything Else You Need to Know
Renee revisits one of her favorite conversations, with psychologist Dr. Tanya Cotler, on everything you need to know about gentle parenting: where it came from, what it was intended to be, and what it turned into online. Dr. Cotler takes apart the biggest myths, including the idea that gentle means no boundaries, no consequences, and never losing your temper. Renee shares some of the hard
Adults Need Hobbies Too & September Is My New Years
Thursday, August 27th: Apparently I’ve entered my “try new things” era.I’ve been thinking about why so many of us stop learning, experimenting, and picking up new hobbies once we become adults. I recently started getting into art, painting, drawing with markers, learning about different techniques, and I am OBSESSED. My entire algorithm is basically art now, I’m taking art classes th
Dr. Alison Yeung on Navigating the Digital World with Kids (Smartphones, Screen Time & Social Media)
Revisiting an important episode this week with Dr. Alison Yeung, family physician and creator of @thesmartphoneeffectmd, where she talks all things smartphones, social media, and (of course) kids. Why are so many parents struggling to set screen time boundaries? How is technology impacting our kids’ mental health, attention spans, and motivation? And how do we navigate platforms like Robl
Why Does My 7-Year-Old Argue About Everything? Understanding the “No” Phase
Thursday, August 20th: Is seven the new two?! Lately, it feels like everything I say is met with “NO,” an argument, or a negotiation, even when I’m suggesting something my 7-year-old actually wants to do. I mentioned this on Instagram and was flooded with messages from parents of 7- and 8-year-olds saying: SAME.So, what is going on at this age?In this solo episode of The Mom Room, I’m tal
Beth (The Garbage Mom) on The Perimenopause Symptoms No One Warns You About
After months of living in fight-or-flight that no doctor could explain, Beth, aka The Garbage Mom, figured out the cause herself... She was on the wrong dose of progesterone!She joins The Mom Room this week to talk perimenopause, hormones, and how much of women's health women are still left to research on their own. Beth also shares how she was diagnosed with celiac disease a year ago, af
The Live Better Project: Redefining Productivity, Summer Chaos & My Social Media Pet Peeve
August 13th, 2026: What does being "productive" actually mean when you stop comparing your life to hundreds of other people's lives online?In this solo episode of The Mom Room, I'm chatting about a few things that have been on my mind lately, starting with the fact that I've somehow fallen back into my old habit of making MASSIVE to-do lists. Summer has been amazing, but being out of
Shenae Grimes-Beech on What Every Parent Needs to Know About AI, Deepfakes & Keeping Kids Safe Online
At 13, Shenae Grimes-Beech booked her first commercial in Toronto. By 18, her life had completely changed. She'd moved out of her mom's house for the first time to film 90210 in Los Angeles. Now a mom of two building a career as a content creator, Shenae joins The Mom Room to talk about that whirlwind path from Degrassi to 90210 to motherhood, and to bring up a major AI concern most of us
The Live Better Project: I Forgot What It Felt Like to Be Present + My Attention Span Is Coming Back!
August 6th, 2026: In this episode of The Live Better Project, I'm sharing one of the biggest changes I've noticed since I stopped mindlessly scrolling social media: my attention span is coming back.For years, I couldn't watch a TV show without checking my phone, read a book during the day without getting distracted, or simply enjoy a moment without wondering if I should be filming it
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes on Having A Kid at 41, Postpartum Rage Towards Fathers, & Supporting Mothers
From not wanting kids, to loving being a mother to one, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes joins The Mom Room this week to talk about motherhood and her new standup comedy special Ugly Baby. She shares her experience going through IVF, getting pregnant at 41, and how her purpose has shifted after having her child. Renee and Anjelah discuss the early stages of motherhood, intrusive thoughts, and share
The Live Better Project: Part One Of What I've Noticed About Myself Since I Stopped Mindlessly Scrolling
July 30th, 2026: What happens when you stop mindlessly scrolling social media? In this episode of The Live Better Project, I'm sharing one (of five) of the biggest changes I've noticed since stepping away from scrolling and consuming content mindlessly... and it has nothing to do with screen time.I've stopped caring about what I look like!I'm wearing less makeup, throwing my hai
Marlie Cohen on Balancing Fitness and Nutrition As A Busy Mom
Marlie cohen, aka Kale and Krunches, joins The Mom Room this week to talk all about fitness and nutrition! This episode is for anyone who feels overwhelmed with all the weight loss, diet, and exercise advice online. Marlie stresses why strength training is so important for women, and speaks to those who have grown up in the "shrink yourself" era. As someone who fell in love with fitness l
The Live Better Project: Stop Overcommitting + How Saying No Has Helped Me Live Better
July 23, 2026: Welcome back to The Living Better Project! This week we're talking about one of the hardest, but most freeing, skills to practice: saying no.So many of us automatically say yes to invitations, commitments, and opportunities without stopping to think about what they actually require. We don't just commit to the event, we commit to the preparation, the travel,
Nina Spears aka The Baby Chick on Having a Positive Pregnancy, Birth, & Postpartum
Nina Spears, aka The Baby Chick, joins The Mom Room this week to share her wealth of knowledge about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Nina, a child birth and newborn care educator, shares the things she thinks first time moms misunderstand about labor and delivery, and what's often overlooked. As someone who has attended more than 350 child births, Nina knows that planning for birth exte
The Live Better Project: The Non-Negotiables Method vs. A Massive To-do List
July 16, 2026: Welcome back to The Living Better Project! In episode three, we're talking about one of the biggest mindset shifts that's helped me feel more consistent, less overwhelmed, and actually make progress: choosing just 1–3 non-negotiables for the day or week.Instead of trying to improve every area of your life all at once (and inevitably feeling like you're failin
Melissa Janzso on Creating An Honest, Relatable Online Brand
Melissa Janzso, home, fashion, and lifestyle content creator, joins The Mom Room this week! From having a 9-5 to then having kids, Melissa started her online brand after being pushed by her husband to take an interior design course when she decided that she would not be fulfilled by just being a mom. Now, Melissa has an audience that looks to her for furnishing their homes and building th
The Live Better Project: Two Lists That Changed Everything
Welcome back to Part 2 of my Living Better series! 🌿This week, we're picking up where we left off after last week's conversation about decluttering and creating a calmer home. I share some new realizations I've had over the past week, including how shifting your focus away from yourself and toward other people can have a surprisingly positive impact on your mindset. I
Laura Clery on the Power of Single Motherhood
Laura Clery, content creator and author, joins The Mom Room this week to talk about her new book What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Hotter. After dealing with a traumatic separation and divorce from her children's father, Laura has found the shift to single motherhood liberating and empowering, despite challenging at times. Going through divorce when you have children is hard, and Laura shar
The Live Better Project: Decluttering Your Physical & Digital Space
July 2, 2026: This week on The Mom Room, I’m kicking off a new series all about the small changes that have completely shifted how I feel day to day. A few months ago, I made a list of simple things I wanted to focus on to help me "live better", feel calmer, more energized, less overwhelmed, and more present in my everyday life. And honestly? The changes have been bigger than I ever expec
Fatty15 Founder Stephanie Venn-Watson on How Studying Dolphins Led to Improving Human Longevity
Stephanie Venn-Watson, founder of Fatty15 and veterinary epidemiologist, joins us on The Mom Room this week to discuss the supplement that supports healthy aging for all. From working with the Navy to study dolphin populations in California and Florida, to creating a c15 supplement based upon her research, Stephanie brings us a wealth of knowledge on why fats are so important in every sta
Dust is Annoying + My New High-Protein Lunch Obsession + Our New YouTube Rules
Thursday, June 25th: Today I'm covering a truly thrilling topic: dust. Specifically, why there seems to be an endless amount of it in my house, why I recently found myself cleaning blinds and washing curtains, and how home maintenance somehow feels like a full-time job.I also share my latest food prep obsession, a ridiculously simple high-protein chicken bowl recipe I found on Pinterest t
Angela Santomero on How to Positively Use Child Psychology in Kids Media
Angela Santomero, co-creator of Blues Blues, creator of Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, Super Why!, and the new Princess Penelope's Purse of Preposterous Things, joins us on The Mom Room this week to talk all about kids media. With a masters in child development, Angela has been a key player in bringing child psychology to kids shows by asking herself the question, 'what if you could put the
Why I Think I Suddenly Have So Much Energy, Electrolytes, and Bird Sounds
Thursday June 18th: I'm recording from up north at my mom's house (excuse the bird sounds) and sharing a little life update. A few weeks ago, I was honestly feeling like I was on the verge of burnout. Everything felt harder than it should have, I was constantly stressed, and my energy was completely depleted.So I made some major changes.In this episode, I talk about how the results of the
Alyssa Blask Campbell on Building Emotional Intelligence in Children
Alyssa Blask Campbell, NYT Bestselling author of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions and Big Kids, Bigger Feelings, joins The Mom Room this week! Alyssa is the CEO of Seed and Sew, the leading organization for regulation and emotional intelligence in schools. In this episode, Alyssa goes through the five components of emotional intelligence, what taking care of your nervous system looks like for di
The Symptoms I Could Never Explain & My New Fave ChatGPT Hack
Thursday June 11th, 2026: For years, I've dealt with a collection of seemingly random symptoms that never quite made sense when looked at individually. But what if they're all connected?In today's solo episode, I'm sharing the health rabbit hole I've recently found myself down as I explore the possibility that many of my long-standing symptoms could be related to connective tissue issues.
Oona Metz’s Essential Divorce Guide For Women
Oona Metz, therapist, author, and speaker, joins The Mom Room this week to talk about the emotional journey of divorce. Oona has led divorce support groups for the past 15 years, and during that time she learned that her patients were wanting a divorce book specifically for women, written by a therapist. On the search to find such book, Oona realized there were none, so she wrote Unhitche
The Sinus Saga, Burnout & Why I Had to Slow Down
Thursday June 4th: Welcome back to The Mom Room!Today’s solo episode starts with a trip down memory lane as I share the full history of my sinus issues, from years of recurring infections to sinus surgery in 2015, the complications that followed, and why this has remained such a frustrating part of my health journey.Then we shift into something that has been on my mind a lot lately: burno
Miranda Kerr on Teaching Kids Forgiveness and Creating a Certified Organic Skincare Brand
Miranda Kerr, mom of 4 and founder of Kora Organics, joins The Mom Room this week! Renee asks Miranda about her motherhood journey - childbirth, the newborn stage, raising 4 boys, being a public figure, and the mental load. Miranda shares some incredibly insightful parenting takes, including how she not only teaches her boys to forgive others, but to forgive themselves. Renee and Miranda
Your Algorithm Is Not Your Kid’s Algorithm, Grade 6 Memories, & The Parking Garage Disaster
Thursday May 28th, 2026: Welcome back to The Mom Room! Today’s solo episode starts with a realization I think a lot of parents are missing when it comes to social media and kids. The reason TikTok or Instagram may seem “harmless” to you… is because YOUR algorithm is tailored to YOU. My feed? Mostly Pomeranians, home content, Bravo drama, and random mom-life videos. So naturally, I assumed
Taylor Wolfe on Having A Busy Season, the Extreme Sport of Parenting, & Using Humor in Dark Moments
Taylor Wolfe, author, mother, comedian and online creator, joins The Mom Room this week! Taylor's has a new book called Just a Busy Season, and she shares what led to her writing this book, diving deep into what having a busy season really means. Renee and Taylor discuss what their identities were like before and after motherhood, the mental load and balance of parenting, and the reality
Why Parenting Topics Become So Toxic Online + My Perimenopause Wake-Up Call
Thursday May 21 2026: Welcome back to The Mom Room! In today’s solo episode, I’m diving into one of the most misunderstood topics online: parenting “data.”After seeing endless debates and ignorant comments surrounding Tuesday's episode with Emily Oster, I wanted to explain what people actually mean when they reference “the data.” Spoiler alert: it’s not one magical study that tells parent
Emily Oster on Data-Driven Parenting
Emily Oster, CEO of ParentData, mom of two, economics professor, author of Expecting Better, Crib Sheet, and The Family Firm, joins The Mom Room this week to discuss how data-driven parenting is needed in today's online world full of flashy headlines and anxious parents. As an economist focused on social policy, Emily dives into research around TTC, pregnancy, and parenting, and interpret
The Mental Load No One Talks About & A Bare Minimum Summer
Thursday May 14th, 2026: There’s a part of the mental load that no one really talks about… your own thoughts. The constant questioning. The nonstop noise. The invisible checklist running through your brain 24/7.In today’s solo episode, I talk about a bit of an epiphany I had recently: why am I working so much? Somewhere along the way, I slipped into full workaholic mode and started priori
Mika Ross on Parenting Systems and How To Reconnect With Your Partner
Therapist and mom, Mika Ross, joins Renee this week on The Mom Room for a relatable, honest, non-therapy babble talk about parenting and relationships. In working with couples, Mika has learned the most common types of issues that come up, especially when the couple has children. Mika and Renee discuss parenting a child with ADHD, standards for mothers vs. fathers, resentment, and co-mana
Imitation NyQuil, Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage, and Joy
May 7th 2026: Ever taken an imitation NyQuil thinking “how different could it really be?” Well… apparently VERY different. In today’s solo episode of The Mom Room, I recap the recent cold that absolutely took me out and the off-brand nighttime cold medicine that somehow managed to derail my entire night instead of helping me sleep. Turns out the non-medicinal ingredients matter more than
Dr. Jennifer Lincoln on What to Consider For Your Birth Plan
This week, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln joins The Mom Room to discuss various topics from her new book The Birth Book. What is considered normal when giving birth? How do I make a birth plan? What is the difference between a midwife and OBGYN? Do I need to deliver while laying on my back if I have an epidural? There have been countless books written all about pregnancy, but there hasn't been one
The Mouldy Fruit Drawer That Broke Me (My Tuesday Morning Meltdown)
April 30th 2026: It started with mould in the fruit drawer… and somehow turned into a full emotional unraveling. 🫠In this solo episode, I’m walking you through the Tuesday meltdown that had nothing to do with fruit and everything to do with the mental load, the build-up, and all the little things we keep pushing down until… we can’t anymore.If you’ve ever felt like you
Jessi Cruikshank on Being a Fangirl, Celebrity Crushes, and Starting an Evening Club
Comedian, podcast host, television personality, and DJ in training, Jessi Cruikshank joins The Mom Room this week for a pop culture conversation. Jessi shares stories from her time interviewing celebrities on MTV, and gives a hot take on Taylor Frankie Paul’s Bachelorette season getting cancelled. Renee and Jessi also discuss not wanting to play with their kids, their mutual perspective o
Life Lately: Dominican Recap, My Mom The Influencer, and Charleston
EP597: This week’s solo episode is a little life lately catch-up, and honestly, it’s a good one.I’m recapping our trip to Club Med Miches Playa Esmeralda where we podcasted, pickle-balled our little hearts out, and fully leaned into vacation mode. It was one of those trips that just hits.I also have to talk about my mom, because she absolutely thrived in the Dominican. Like… living her be
Jessie Inchauspé aka Glucose Goddess on How Your Pregnancy Diet Shapes Your Baby's Future
This week on The Mom Room, Renee is joined by Jessie Inchauspé, aka the Glucose Goddess. Jessie's scientific background has helped her reach a massive audience where she shares through her own personal health journey (mental and physical) how to make informed choices when it comes to nutrition. Jessie explains how her new book, 9 Months That Count Forever, came to be and what she uncovere
Social Media Apps, Roblox, Screens & Tweens: Real Talk with Cat & Nat
I sat down with Cat & Nat from the stunning Club Med Miches Playa Esmeralda in the Dominican Republic to talk about something every parent of a tween or teen is navigating right now… screens, social media, and what’s actually happening online.We dive into their “Common Parent” guide and break down the most popular apps kids are using today, and what paren
Libby Ward on Honest Motherhood: Losing Your Mind & Finding Yourself
Libby Ward joins The Mom Room this week to talk all about Honest Motherhood, which is coincidentally the title of her new book! Holding it all together all the time is unrealistic for mothers, yet society expects them to be the epitome of perfection. Libby shares her parenthood journey with Renee as they connect over shifting belief systems, partner dynamics, therapy, boundaries and
Working Mom Guilt & Feeling Overwhelmed
EP593. Today's solo episode is for all the working moms out there! Ahhhhh. With lots of travel on my schedule recently, I am starting to feel the dreaded Mom Guilt! I am usually pretty good at keeping those feelings at bay but this recent situation just made me feel overwhelmed and questioning everything I'm doing. Sorry in advance for the rant. If you can relate... I see you!See Privacy
Fortesa Latifi on the Business of Child Influencers and Who It Impacts Most
Journalist and author Fortesa Latifi joins The Mom Room for a conversation about kids growing up online and the complex world of family influencing. Fortesa shares what led her to write her new book "Like, Follow, Subscribe", diving into the realities behind family vlogging, the pressure it can place on children, and the blurred lines between home life and work. They unpack everything fro
The Truth About Motherhood: The "Toddler Years" & Being “One and Done”
EP591. In this solo episode, I’m diving into your questions and comments… and let’s just say, I did not hold back.We’re talking about the real, messy, nuanced parts of motherhood that don’t get enough honest airtime. From navigating a recent ADHD diagnosis while parenting, to the emotional weight of deciding whether to have another child, to the guilt that can come with choosing to be “on
Sarah Gibson Tuttle on Nail Trends, Building a Thriving Business and Making Time for Self-Care
Ep590. Renee chats with Olive & June founder Sarah Gibson Tuttle about building a beauty brand, motherhood, and simplifying self-care. Sarah takes us through her journey from finance to opening a nail salon in Beverly Hills and growing it into a wildly successful at-home nail brand, along with practical tips for achieving salon-quality nails at home and the most common mistakes people
ADHD/Anxiety Medications & My Response to "That Should Have Been A Teaching Moment"
March 26 2026: In today’s solo episode, I’m getting into a question I get a lot... my experience with ADHD medication, anxiety meds, and navigating perimenopause. I’m sharing what I’ve tried, what’s worked for me, what hasn’t, and what I’m thinking about doing next. If you’ve been curious about any of these or trying to figure out what might feel right for you, this one’s for you.The
Sarah Armstrong on the Art of the Juggling Act
Ep588. Renee chats with author Sarah Armstrong about her new book The Art of the Juggling Act. They explore why modern parenting can feel overwhelming compared to our parents’ generation and get real about the pressure to be everywhere, the mental and physical load moms carry, and ways to shift things sustainably. Sarah shares practical tools like her “Sunday List,” choosing one meaningfu
Life Lately: March Break Exhaustion, Sleep Scores, and a Book Chat!
March 19 2026: Why am I more tired during March Break than a regular week? Make it make sense. In this solo episode, I’m sharing a real-time life update, from running on empty this week to becoming fully obsessed with my new Apple Watch and the sleep data that is both fascinating and… mildly alarming.We’re also discussing the burpee situation that has left me physically unable to lift my
Dr. Sujay Kansagra on the Science of Kids’ Sleep
Ep586. Renee welcomes pediatric neurologist and sleep expert Dr. Sujay Kansagra to the pod for a myth-busting conversation about kids and sleep! They dive into common sleep struggles, from bedtime battles and night wakings to screen time and shifting sleep needs as kids grow. Dr. Kansagra also shares science-backed insights on building healthy sleep habits, setting realistic expectations,
Summer Camp Chaos, Turning 41, and Not Losing Yourself in Motherhood
March 12th 2026: In this solo episode, I’m catching you up on a little bit of everything going on in my world right now. I’m sharing the surprisingly annoying thing about signing kids up for summer camps (why is it always such a competitive sport?!), what turning 41 has been feeling like for me, and why I’m making a renewed effort to get my nutrition back on track alongside Cros
Marisa Renee Lee on Overachieving, Grief, and Life After the White House
Ep584. Renee is joined by author, speaker, and former White House staffer Marisa Renee Lee for a conversation about grief, chronic illness, and the pressure of being an “overachiever.” Marisa shares how becoming a caregiver as a teenager for her mom shaped her drive, eventually leading her to Harvard, Wall Street, and the White House. They talk openly about loss, navigating long COVID whi
Health Things, I'm Gonna Be 41, and Harry Is Back!
March 5 2026: Welcome back to The Mom Room! Renee is giving you a classic random solo episode and talking about all the things! Health-related appointments she made herself make, her birthday plans, and Harry is back!! Enjoy!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Eli Harwood on Parent-Child Attachment, Connection, and Letting Go of Perfection
Ep582. Renee sits down with attachment therapist and mom of 3 - Eli Harwood for a chat about raising emotionally secure kids without spiralling over every parenting decision. Eli shares her research-backed tools to connect with your kids, how to repair after inevitable parenting missteps, and why connection matters more than perfection. They talk through triggers, boundaries, co-regulatio
Jimmy On Relationships: Default Parenting, The Mental Load, and Navigating an Affair (Revisit)
EP581. Jimmy Knowles, the creator behind the wildly popular TikTok and Instagram account Jimmy on Relationships, joins me for a conversation that is honest, uncomfortable, and incredibly important.Jimmy opens up about the affair that nearly ended his marriage, how he and his wife chose to rebuild instead of walk away, and why that experience became the catalyst for his deep dive into
Rachael DeVaux on High Protein Meals for Busy Parents
Ep580. Renee is joined by author, and registered dietician Rachael DeVaux for a chat about fitness, fueling your body, and letting go of postpartum pressure. Rachael shares how her approach to movement and nutrition has evolved through motherhood, offers quick, practical meal tips for busy parents who don’t have time for complicated recipes, and talks about building sustainable habits tha
Insufferable: Butt Hole Cramps & Vocal Competitions
EP579: Please enjoy this vintage episode of Insufferable because Renee recorded a whole solo episode and then the program crashed and she lost it! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Were 80s & 90s Moms More Resilient… Or Just More Silent?
EP578. This morning I saw a post by @alessandro_frosali about the mental load in the 80s and 90s vs. today, and it sent me spiralling (in the best way).Were moms back then more resilient? Or were they just carrying it all without language, support, or permission to talk about it?In this solo episode, I unpack how the mental load has evolved, from managing a household without Google or gro
Why Confident Women Aren’t Motivated by Guilt, Approval, or Comparison
EP577. Confidence isn’t about being louder, bolder, or more motivated, it’s about being less driven by everything outside of you.In this solo episode, Renee breaks down why so many women (especially moms) feel stuck, burnt out, and second-guessing themselves, and how living life motivated by approval, guilt, comparison, and external pressure quietly erodes confidence over time.Renee
I'm Petty, I Hold Grudges and, I Have Zero Tolerance for Toxic People
EP576. In this solo episode, I’m telling a story about walking away from a friend group that no longer felt genuine, supportive, or healthy. Story time.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Is it ADHD? Is it Perimenopause? Is it Both?
EP575. Is it ADHD… or is it perimenopause? Or is it both showing up at the same time to completely derail your nervous system?In this solo episode of The Mom Room, Renee gets real about her experience with ADHD, taking Vyvanse, and navigating perimenopause in her late 30s and early 40s. After a conversation with an OBGYN that stopped her in her tracks, Renee explores why so many wome
Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek & Dr. Roberta Golinkoff on Why Kids Learn Best Through Play
Ep574. Renee is joined by developmental psychologists Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek and Dr. Roberta Golinkoff to unpack why modern parenting has become so overwhelming — and why kids don’t need flashcards, apps, or pressure to thrive. Drawing from decades of research and their new book Einstein Never Used Flashcards, they challenge the myth that “earlier is better,” explain why play and human con
Mom Life Lately: Pom Yoga, Stranger Things, and Younger
EP573. In today’s solo episode of The Mom Room, I’m covering A LOT, from puppy yoga with Pomeranians to why the hell there are Stranger Things toys in the Walmart kids’ aisle. We also talk comfort shows, current reads, and I give a sneak peek at an upcoming episode on ADHD, perimenopause, and my experience with Vyvanse.✨ What I talk about in this episode:• My chaotic and adorable experien
Glen Henry on Parenting, Identity & Breaking Generational Cycles
Ep572. Renee is joined by Glen Henry (Author of Father Yourself First) for a great conversation about parenting, identity, and the long road of becoming yourself while raising kids. Glen discusses his own upbringing, the lessons he’s had to unlearn, and how those experiences have shaped the way he shows up as a parent today. They talk about emotional availability, breaking generational pa
Why Equal Parenting Triggers Some Moms: A Deep Dive
EP571. In this solo episode, Renee dives into a surprisingly heated topic: why some moms cannot accept that other women have equal partners. After a Reddit comment accused her of being “lazy” because her husband does school drop-off, Renee unpacks the bigger cultural issues behind reactions like this.She discusses why an involved dad is still seen as a threat to traditional moth
Tyler Champagne on Parenting Reality, Mental Load, and Supporting Moms
EP570. This week, Renee is joined by Tyler Champagne (@Heated_Seats) for a candid conversation about balancing parenting with content creation. Tyler shares his journey from making car content to becoming a widely followed parenting creator after becoming a dad, and how one exhausted, sleep-deprived rant after his son’s birth shifted everything. Together, they talk openly about labor and
My 2026 Bingo Card
EP569. In this solo episode, I’m breaking down my 2026 Bingo Card, the goals, boundaries, plot twists, and “this was NOT on my vision board” moments I’m calling in for the year ahead.From motherhood in a new season, to career shifts, social media boundaries, mental health, aging, confidence, friendships, and filling my own cup, this episode is equal parts honest reflection and unhinged ma
Raising Jake & Logan Paul: Pam Stepnick Tells Her Story
Ep568. Welcome back, Mom Roomers! This week, Renee sits down with Pam Stepnick, mother of Logan and Jake Paul, to talk candidly about what it’s really like raising kids whose lives unfold in front of millions. Pam opens up about navigating fame without a parenting handbook, balancing fear and faith, and learning when to guide, when to step back, and when to simply hold steady. They cover
REWIND: Relationship Compassion (don't compare your relationship to what it was pre-kids)
EP567. Happy Holidays! We will be back with all new episodes on January 6th 2026! For now, please enjoy this vintage solo episode on relationship compassion!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
REWIND: Rest is Productive People!
EP566. Happy Holidays! We will be back with all new episodes on January 6th 2026! For now, please enjoy this vintage solo episode on rest!!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
REWIND: We Can't Possibly Do ALL THE THINGS
EP565. Happy Holidays! We will be back with all new episodes January 6th, 2026! For now, please enjoy this vintage solo episode on how we can't possible do ALL THE THINGS! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
REWIND: Toxic Mom Culture
EP564. Happy Holidays! We will be back with all new episodes January 6th, 2026! For now, please enjoy this vintage solo episode on Toxic Mom Culture. Such an evergreen topic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A Holiday Pep Talk for Moms
EP563. In this solo episode of The Mom Room, I’m sharing realistic advice for moms navigating the holiday season with little ones. We talk about letting routines and rules go, releasing the pressure to make everything perfect, handling unsolicited parenting comments, protecting your energy, and why it’s so important to be present, and in the photos!If you’re feeling overwhelmed,
Why Is Everything Wet? Boys, Bathrooms & Gross Dogs
EP562. If you’ve ever cleaned a toilet and thought, how is this even possible, this episode is for you.This week, I’m flying solo and talking about one of the least glamorous parts of motherhood: living with young boys and the absolute horror show that is the bathroom. And then… there are the dogs.I love them. They’re adorable. They are also disgusting. From eating the
Rewind: Mom Burnout with Dr. Ashurina Ream
EP561. The holiday season seems like a great time to talk about mom burnout! So, please enjoy this throwback to one of my favourite episodes! One of our most popular guests, Dr. Ashurina Ream, is back in The Mom Room to discuss burnout. The conversation naturally leads to this new age of intensive parenting and how that increases the likelihood of burnout. Dr. Ream offers small steps
Year of the Snake: What I've Shed in 2025
EP560. A solo episode that feels like a big exhale.I’m talking about the shift from the Year of the Snake (2025) in to the Year of the Horse (2026), and why it feels wildly accurate in my own life. From starting Vyvanse and finally feeling clarity in my brain, to ending friendships that no longer fit, leaving my management, and yes… taking out my extensions, this year has been f
