Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Rediscovering Identity and Joy in Motherhood

Have you ever felt like you were barely keeping your head above water as a parent? Do you sometimes wonder if you're strong enough to handle the challenges of motherhood? It's easy to feel overwhelmed as a parent, especially when facing unexpected challenges. In this episode, we talk to Tara Pyfrom, who shares her incredible journey of surviving Hurricane Dorian and finding strength through unimaginable circumstances, showing us that we all have the capacity to rise to any challenge. Her journey highlights the importance of community, resilience and rediscovering yourself through motherhood.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• The process of adopting her daughter, including the introspective process of paperwork and how that did not prepare her for parenthood.
• The harrowing experience of being trapped in her attic during Hurricane Dorian, and how she and her family were rescued.
• How Tara's story can inspire hope and strength in other parents, reminding them that they are capable of overcoming difficult situations.

Sometimes we need a reminder that we are stronger than we think, and that motherhood helps us discover strength we didn't know we had.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Personal Struggles

01:47 Guest Introduction: Tara Pyfrom's Story

02:55 Tara's Life Before Motherhood

05:46 Journey to Parenthood: Adoption Process

09:04 Early Days of Parenting

12:42 Settling into Parenthood and Family Activities

14:47 Traveling with Young Children

16:09 Parenting Advice for Young Kids

18:06 Facing a Natural Disaster

18:55 Surviving Hurricane Dorian

21:13 The Aftermath and Rescue

26:28 Rebuilding Life Post-Disaster

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Ever feel like your identity has been reduced to just "mom"?

When I became a mom, I didn't just lose time for hobbies — I lost touch with what I even enjoyed anymore. Playdates were all about the kids, and meaningful conversations felt impossible.

In this episode, I share how podcasting helped me reclaim my voice and identity, plus practical ways you can start sharing your story, too.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• Why finding the right creative outlet matters (and why forcing yourself into hobbies that don't fit won't help)
• How sharing your story can rebuild your sense of self-worth and identity
• Simple ways to tell your story - from journaling to voice memos to online communities

00:00 Introduction and Recap

00:37 Losing and Finding Myself

02:08 Discovering Podcasting

03:06 The Power of Storytelling

06:20 Connecting Through Podcasting

11:36 Alternative Ways to Share Your Story

When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today's episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!

While you're there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.

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Have you noticed yourself turning into a background character in your own life since becoming a mom?

Many moms get so caught up taking care of everyone else that they stop telling their own story — leading to a deep disconnect from who they are.

In this episode, I'll show you why sharing your story is crucial if you want to find yourself again and practical ways to start, even if you only have five minutes.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• How staying silent about your experiences leads to feeling invisible and disconnected from yourself
• Why sharing your story isn't just about venting - it's about reclaiming your identity
• Simple ways to start telling your story again, whether through quick phone calls, voice memos, or journaling

00:00 Introduction: Rediscovering Yourself After Motherhood

00:42 The Struggle of Losing Your Identity

02:51 The Importance of Sharing Your Story

06:43 Practical Steps to Reclaim Your Voice

08:38 Reflecting on Your Past and Present

10:39 Connecting with Others and Yourself

13:02 Conclusion: Taking the First Step

When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today's episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!

While you're there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.

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Are you a parent who feels like you're always putting yourself last? Do you find that traditional self-care advice doesn't fit your busy life? Many of us know that self-care is important, but as parents, it often feels impossible. Between managing the kids, the household, and work, we are left running on fumes with nothing left to give ourselves. In this episode, Reesa Morala, MA, LMFT will show you how to shift your mindset and find practical strategies for self-care that fit into your daily routine.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• How to shift your mindset to understand that your needs matter just as much as your children's, allowing you to prioritize self-care without guilt.
• Why superficial self-care, like spa days, only provides temporary relief, and how to dig deeper to address the roots of your stress through self-reflection and compassion.
• How to implement realistic self-care strategies, such as saying no, finding community, or listening to self-help podcasts, and why it is important to be creative in finding time for self-compassion and self-love.

Tune in to discover how prioritizing your well-being can make you a better parent.

00:00 Introduction and Recap

00:32 The Reality of Self-Care in Motherhood

01:27 Reesa's Journey and Professional Insights

02:01 Secrets to Realistic Self-Care

06:24 The Importance of Parental Self-Reflection

16:56 Creative Approaches to Therapy and Self-Care

22:03 Fun Family Activities and Music Therapy

When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today's episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!

While you're there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.

Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming!

Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90 second or less voice message!

Need some support reconnecting with yourself after becoming a mom? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my services are the right fit for you.

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When was the last time you looked in the mirror and wondered who that stranger was staring back at you?

You're not alone! After becoming a mom, many women feel disconnected from their pre-mom selves, thinking something must be wrong with them for not feeling "whole," even with their precious little ones.

In this episode, I'll introduce you to the concept of matrescence and show you why these feelings are not only normal but part of a beautiful transformation.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• Why the transition to motherhood feels so similar to your teenage years, and how understanding this parallel can help you navigate this phase with more grace
• The truth about "bouncing back" and why trying to return to your pre-mom self might be holding you back from growing into who you're meant to be
• Practical ways to find moments for yourself (even if it's just drinking hot coffee behind a locked bedroom door!) and why leaning on others isn't a sign of weakness

Get ready to make peace with the changes motherhood brings and start discovering the amazing person you're becoming!

00:00 Introduction: Feeling Like a Different Person as a Mom

00:14 Personal Experience: The Early Days of Motherhood

01:21 Understanding Matrescence: The Transition to Motherhood

01:35 Comparing Adolescence and Matrescence

04:30 The Loneliness of Matrescence

05:00 Rediscovering Yourself Post-Motherhood

07:57 Embracing the New You

09:17 Practical Tips for Self-Care

12:20 Mindset Shifts for Growth

13:41 Conclusion: Growth Through Matrescence

When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today's episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!

While you're there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.

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Are you struggling with the feeling that you are a failure as a parent, especially when medical issues arise?

Many parents begin their motherhood journey with a clear vision of the experience, but the reality can be far more complicated. It can be extremely difficult when medical complications and feelings of inadequacy create a deep sense of shame and disappointment. In this episode, I share an amazing conversation with Reesa Morala, MA, LMFT. We delve into her personal journey of facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles and emerging stronger on the other side.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• How Reesa's desire to nurture and protect others stemmed from her childhood role of caring for her younger siblings.
• The difficulties Reesa faced with her first child's feeding issues, including being dismissed by doctors, and the emotional toll of feeling like a failure when she couldn't meet her child's basic needs.
• How Reesa discovered a method of feeding her son through a version of dream feeds, and the physical and emotional toll it took on her as her child's only source of food.

Tune in to discover how Reesa's challenging experiences led her to create resources and workshops for parents, including a podcast called The Real Family Eats.

00:00 Introduction: The Journey to Motherhood

01:22 Meet Reesa: Therapist and Mom

03:14 Reesa's Early Life and Career Shift

10:00 The Challenges of Early Motherhood

13:27 Navigating Medical Complications

20:05 Transition to Second Child

27:36 Current Life and Reflections

When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today's episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!

While you're there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.

Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming!

Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90 second or less voice message!

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Is motherhood making you feel lost and unsure of yourself? Many moms find that their identity shifts dramatically after having kids, leaving them feeling disconnected from who they once were. But it doesn't have to be this way! Rediscovering yourself after motherhood is possible, and this episode will show you how.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• Mom Identity Crisis: Why so many moms experience an identity shift after childbirth, and how changes in priorities, schedules, and even brain chemistry can leave you feeling lost.
• Balancing Motherhood: Why it's so hard to connect with old friends and how to find the mom support you need to navigate these changes.
• Rediscovering Yourself: How to tap into your inner mompreneur, reignite your passions, and start building the life you truly want.

Let's work together to rediscover yourself and create a motherhood journey that honors all that you are!

00:00 Introduction: The Journey to Motherhood

00:33 Personal Story: Losing Identity After Motherhood

02:01 Understanding the Emotional Toll

02:51 Why Your Old Interests Don't Fit Anymore

07:05 Reclaiming Your Time and Simplifying

09:29 Building a Support Network

11:17 Reflecting on Past Joys

12:22 Conclusion: You're Not Alone

When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today's episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!

While you're there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.

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Do you feel like the person you were before having kids has disappeared?

Like everything you thought you knew about life, parenting, and yourself is now completely upended?

This is a common experience in the motherhood journey, and many moms struggle with rediscovering yourself after having kids.

It's easy to feel isolated and invisible when you're deep in the trenches of motherhood, but there is a way to feel less alone and more connected to yourself. By sharing real stories and learning from each other, moms can begin to reconnect with themselves and rebuild their mom identity.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• How becoming a mom caused an identity crisis and made me feel like a stranger to myself, questioning everything I believed about myself and parenting
• How I redefined success to include finding joy in the little moments and connecting with my children, rather than focusing on productivity and achievements
• How I used my creativity and passion for education by starting an Instagram page and an online book group for moms as a path to reclaiming my identity and connecting with others

Let's get to know each other and build a community of mom friends together, offering mom support and exploring mom business ideas along the way.

00:00 Introduction: The Journey of Rediscovery

01:21 Why This Podcast Exists

02:32 Life Before Motherhood

03:55 The Identity Crisis of Motherhood

06:20 Redefining Success and Finding Purpose

06:53 Creating Connections and New Beginnings

08:06 The Birth of the Podcast

09:35 What to Expect from Future Episodes

10:07 Stay Connected and Supported

When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today's episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!

While you're there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.

Like this show? Pay it forward and share it with a friend.

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Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming!

Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90 second or less voice message!

Need some support reconnecting with yourself after becoming a mom? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my services are the right fit for you.

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Feeling lost in motherhood? Do you look in the mirror and wonder where you went? You're not alone. Many moms struggle to maintain their identity amidst the chaos of raising young children. It's easy to lose yourself, but it's not inevitable.

Ready to reclaim your identity and reignite your passions? Tune in to Mom's Guide to Finding Herself! This podcast is your lifeline to rediscovering YOU. I get it – the mom guilt, parenting challenges, and the struggle to balance everything. Each episode offers practical advice, relatable stories, and actionable strategies to navigate motherhood without losing yourself.

Here's a sneak peek:

• Rediscovering Your Identity: Reconnect with the woman you are beyond "mom," uncovering your strengths, passions, and purpose.
• Practical Self-Care: Realistic, bite-sized tips you can actually implement, even with little ones.
• Reigniting Your Passions: Rediscover those hobbies and interests you used to love.
• Building a Supportive Community: Cultivate meaningful connections with other moms who get it.
• Navigating Parenting Challenges: Tackle tough topics like mom guilt and toddler tantrums with honesty and empathy.
• Side Hustles & More: Explore options for income and flexibility while prioritizing family and sanity.

This podcast is your guide to navigating motherhood without losing yourself. I share honest, relatable stories, offering inspiration and support. You'll feel seen, understood, and empowered.

Ready to reclaim your identity? Tune in now!

When you finish listening, I'd love to hear what you hope to learn from the podcast. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!

While you're there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.

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In this special Hanukkah episode, Krissy welcomes Blair, a maternal health OT and mother of young children, to share how she and her family celebrate Hanukkah. Blair explains the historical and cultural significance of Hanukkah, highlights family traditions including communal activities and light ceremonies, and discusses making each night memorable without focusing on material gifts. She also talks about integrating mindful practices into everyday moments and balancing the observation of Hanukkah with the prevalent celebration of Christmas in society. The episode concludes with practical advice for other parents on creating special moments and reducing holiday stress.

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00:00 Introduction to the Hanukkah Episode

01:12 Historical and Cultural Significance of Hanukkah 0

5:42 Family Traditions and Celebrations

18:04 Balancing Hanukkah and Christmas

22:58 Final Thoughts and Words of Wisdom

23:54 Closing Remarks and Where to Find More