Mommyhood Unscripted

Balance. It's a word parents use lightly because most days it seems nearly impossible to achieve. But is it possible? Is there a way we can create a work/life balance that ACTUALLY works? In this episode, Nicole talks to Natasha Bowman -- a workplace culture expert, Ted-X speaker, and author. Their conversation focuses on how you can go from being burned out, unmotivated and unhappy to reclaiming your mental health at work (just like the title of Natasha's book)! 

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SHOW NOTES:

Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV

Guest: Natasha Bowman

Instagram: @the_workplace_dr

**If there's a specific topic you'd like to hear about, or you'd like to be featured on "Mommyhood Unscripted ", contact Nicole Nalepa at: [email protected] or on social media: @NicoleNalepaTV

Have you ever thought about how the day, time, and location of your birth could actually play into your personality? These are known as 'birth charts'. It sounds like a 'new-age' concept, but in actuality it's an ancient resource our ancestors used to help guide them through life. On this episode, Nicole chats with Jessica Holcomb who is a broker, an entrepreneur -- and she's also an astrologer! Jessica walks us through how we can best nurture our children based upon their birth charts, and even runs through all the signs for us in great detail! This information will especially come in handy for all you parents whose children do not talk yet, or those children who do not like to talk about their feelings. So, get ready to be wowed at the accuracy of this information!
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SHOW NOTES:

Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV

Guest: Jessica Holcomb

https://www.jessmariastrology.com/

Instagram: @jessicaholcombtx

**If there's a specific topic you'd like to hear about, or you'd like to be featured on "Mommyhood Unscripted ", contact Nicole Nalepa at: [email protected] or on social media: @NicoleNalepaTV

One of the main drivers of things like depression, suicide, oppression and violence is: hopelessness. But it's not something we're born with; believe it or not, we are taught how to be hopeless. Perhaps the scariest part of this all is the fact that our children are learning this every day -- whether it be through social media or societal influence. A recent report by the CDC found that 57% of teen girls are persistently hopeless, and 30% are suicidal or experiencing suicidal ideations. So, how do we change this? 

Nicole sat down with the Founder and Chairman of "The Shine Hope Company", Kathryn Goetzke and Behavioral Scientist and Strategic Advisor to "The Shine Hope Company", Kristy Stark to discuss how we can teach others to be hopeful. They had an in-depth conversation on the tools and solutions that are out there to turn this global mental health crisis around. 
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SHOW NOTES:

Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV

Guests: Kathryn Goetzke & Kristy Stark 

https://theshinehopecompany.com/

Instagram: @theshinehopecompany

Measure your hope HERE: https://form.jotform.com/222488248610458

**If there's a specific topic you'd like to hear about, or you'd like to be featured on "Mommyhood Unscripted ", contact Nicole Nalepa at: [email protected] or on social media: @NicoleNalepaTV

Have you ever though about what life will look like as an empty nester when your kids fly the coup? Are there any dreams you had before you became a mom, but you placed them on the back burner? Well, I have news for you: your life does not END when your kids grow up. In fact, your life actually BEGINS! This episode is going to help moms of ALL AGES learn how to reclaim their lives and ignite their passions in the "second half" of their lives.

Nicole has a heart-to-heart chat with Cheryl Polote Williamson -- a nationally acclaimed best-selling author, award-winning filmmaker, business coach, mindset coach and women’s entrepreneurial expert. She has made it her mission to help women around the world pursue and accomplish their goals in life, after she realized it wasn't too late to breathe life into her own. Consider this conversation a "pep-talk" your best girlfriend would give you; remember, there's a whole community of women out there rooting for you -- and it all starts HERE! 

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SHOW NOTES:

Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV

Guest: Cheryl Polote Williamson

https://cherylpwilliamson.com/
Instagram: @cherylpwilliamson

**If there's a specific topic you'd like to hear about, or you'd like to be featured on "Mommyhood Unscripted ", contact Nicole Nalepa at: [email protected] or on social media: @NicoleNalepaTV

As you may know, there are a LOT of emotions tied to the transition of heading back-to-school -- especially after coming off of summer break. Families can also feel emotionally overwhelmed as children head to school for the first time. Dr. Harvey Karp is back on 'Mommyhood Unscripted' offering up some extremely helpful tips for parents of ALL ages as they work on easing into a new routine ahead of a new school year.

Dr. Karp is a world-renowned pediatrician and child development expert, best-selling author, and the creator of the SNOO – a smart baby bassinet which was approved by the FDA. 

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SHOW NOTES:

Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV

Guest: Dr. Harvey Karp

https://www.happiestbaby.com
Instagram: @happiest_baby

**If there's a specific topic you'd like to hear about, or you'd like to be featured on "Mommyhood Unscripted ", contact Nicole Nalepa at: [email protected] or on social media: @NicoleNalepaTV

Do you have friends or loved ones who are of the child-bearing years, but do not have any children? Have you ever had a conversation with them about that in an informed and balanced way? Have you felt a bit disconnected from your childless friends once you started having kids?  Or have you ever considered the feelings of those who do not want children? I’m this episode, Nicole has a very candid conversation with her friend, Katie LaCelle who is a former corporate executive now-turned business and personal coach—and chose to not have kids. Together, these women explore why being childless is still such a “taboo topic”, the curiosity and feelings associated with not having kids, and how we can give those who don’t want to have children the extra support when they need it. Through this safe space, Nicole and Katie explore this often difficult discussion and learn something new from each other -- which they hope will help other friends and loved ones navigate this subject.

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SHOW NOTES:

Host: Nicole Nalepa
Guest: Katie LaCelle

Katie LaCelle owns "Cressana" -- which is built on the premise of helping individuals thrive in business while prioritizing self-compassion and presence. She is also trained in IFS -- a trauma-informed therapy modality.

Instagram: @cressanallc 

https://www.cressanallc.com/

**If there's a specific topic you'd like to hear about, or you'd like to be featured on "Mommyhood Unscripted ", contact Nicole Nalepa at: [email protected] or on social media: @NicoleNalepaTV

How often do you scroll through your phone and come across those posts that just speak to you -- especially the ones that hold so much comic relief and truth at the same time? Chances are you have seen Caitlin Murray in one of those favorite reels you've shared with your mom friends... This mom of 3's Instagram account--@bigtimeadulting--went viral one day and has only continued to gain popularity, even catching the attention of celebrity moms. Her spontaneous dance reels, pep talks and stories not only bring some levity, but they resonate with fellow parents who are all working through the toughest job of their lives. Nicole chats with one of social media's most beloved comedienne moms about her story -- including her oldest son's battle with leukemia, which kickstarted her journey to your feeds.

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SHOW NOTES:

Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV

Guest: Caitlin Murray

Instagram: @bigtimeadulting

**If there's a specific topic you'd like to hear about, or you'd like to be featured on "Mommyhood Unscripted ", contact Nicole Nalepa at: [email protected] or on social media: @NicoleNalepaTV

More and more females are being diagnosed with endometriosis, a disease which affects roughly 10% of reproductive age women and girls globally. It's often known as the "missed disease" due to its unknown cause and inconsistent diagnosis and management. Endometriosis can be extremely painful -- even leading to infertility -- which is why it's more important than ever that women are educated about this disease.

In this episode, Nicole chats with endometriosis patient, advocate, and award-winning public speaker Meghan Rothschild about her story. She offers up some powerful advice on what women may not know about it, and how they can become their best advocate when it comes to early diagnosis and effective treatment. 

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SHOW NOTES:

Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV

Guest: Meghan Rothschild

https://www.meghanrothschild.com/
Instagram: @outwithmeghan

**If there's a specific topic you'd like to hear about, or you'd like to be featured on "Mommyhood Unscripted ", contact Nicole Nalepa at: [email protected] or on social media: @NicoleNalepaTV

Did you know that since 2000, autism prevalence has gone up by over 400%? Today, 1 out of every 36 U.S. kids is diagnosed with autism.  Autism is found four times MORE often in boys than in girls -- with 1 out of every 23 boys diagnosed with it. But Nicole chats with one of the leading pioneers in the world of autism diagnosis and treatment -- Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh. She sheds some light on this alarming increase in diagnoses and also gives some great advice on how parents can support their children (from babies up to adults) and find that support within their own community.
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SHOW NOTES:

Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV

Guest: Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh

https://www.doreengranpeesheh.com/
Instagram: @askdrdoreen

**If there's a specific topic you'd like to hear about, or you'd like to be featured on "Mommyhood Unscripted ", contact Nicole Nalepa at: [email protected] or on social media: @NicoleNalepaTV

Do you struggle with calming your crying baby down? Or what about those dreaded toddler tantrums? This episode is a quick and easy listen with all the answers you need to diffuse an otherwise emotional situation with your little one. Nicole chats with Dr. Harvey Karp who's known as the "baby whisperer"! He's an American Pediatrician, an author, a child development specialist, and creator of the SNOO--a smart sleeper. He's also one of America's most-read pediatricians! He's best known for his book, "The Happiest Baby on the Block" in which he detailed "the 5 S's"--a very popular technique he developed to soothe crying babies.
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SHOW NOTES:

Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV

Guest: Dr. Harvey Karp

https://www.happiestbaby.com
Instagram: @happiest_baby

**If there's a specific topic you'd like to hear about, or you'd like to be featured on "Mommyhood Unscripted ", contact Nicole Nalepa at: [email protected] or on social media: @NicoleNalepaTV