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We’re Mel & Michelle, two beautiful besties on a journey to carve out a space built on vulnerability, connection, and community. Inspired to m... more
FAQs about The M Take:How many episodes does The M Take have?The podcast currently has 88 episodes available.
July 22, 2025064: Taking on infertility, gratitude & one thankful mama with Margot GuyIt's time to take on infertility, gratitude & one thankful mama with Margot Guy. Listen in as Mel & Michelle sit down with Margot, who opens up about the intimately heartbreaking and deeply uplifting details of her infertility journey and the road to her two beautiful daughters.Whether you’re walking this path yourself or simply looking to expand your empathic lens because you know someone who is, this episode is a powerful reminder of the strength in shared stories, and that while every journey is unique, you are never alone.Margot Guy | @margotkguy ...more1h 11minPlay
July 15, 2025063: Taking on multiple kiddosIt's time to take on multiple kiddos. In this reflect-o-clock episode, Mel & Michelle lift the hood and dive deeper into the transition from one to two kiddos - consider this your emotional vaccination before welcoming your newest addition! Love multiplies but so do the needs (yours and everyone's), tantrums, feedings, transitions, and emotions. This shift is a profoundly beautiful one, but it’s also can be layered with the growing pains of change (2TNL!). From sleep deprivation to the hormonal rollercoaster to the reality that your firstborn still needs you just as much, this chapter is an ongoing transition, multiplied. Key takeaway? Each day is truly not the same and there will never be another day like today — the good, the hard, and the in-between. Remember, getting into a groove takes time so give yourself all the grace and stay anchored in the positive realism of it all! ~~This episode hit home? Rewind to our first take on multiples: “023: Taking on the jump from 1 to 2 kiddos.” Links below to tune in on your favorite platform! 🎧Apple PodcastsSpotifyAll other listening platforms can be found here! ...more1h 7minPlay
July 08, 2025062: Taking on connection, content & commitment with Ilana DunnIt's time to take on connection, content & commitment with Ilana Dunn. Listen in as Ilana Dunn, relationship expert and host of Seeing Other People podcast, joins our unicorn space for a refreshingly honest convo about relationships through the phases and stages of life. Ilana opens up about the heart behind her work and what really goes on under her hood of building a platform that helps people feel less alone in their relationship journeys. Together, we double click on the real talk of long-term love: from making date night feel intentional (not just another to-do), to rediscovering the getting-to-know-you magic even when you think you already know everything about your partner. If you're looking to carve out more connection and find little pockets of intimacy along the way, this episode is for you.Key takeaway? If you don't ask, you don't get.Want more of Ilana? We've got you covered!Ilana Dunn | @ilanadunnSeeing Other People | @seeingotherpeople...more1h 1minPlay
July 01, 2025061: Taking on independenceIt’s time to take on independence. Listen in as Mel & Michelle double click on the beautifully messy, often contradictory journey of raising independent kids. We dive into what it looks like to encourage and cultivate independence with compassion, how to gradually release responsibility, and when to dial things up or down depending on the moment. 2TNL: Independence is the goal and letting go can be really hard. We also share some of our favorite thinking nuggets, including “what am I doing vs. what are they doing,” because knowing when to step in and when to step back is part of the dance. And the magic? Teaching our kids (and let's be honest, ourselves too!) to “give it a good try and know when & how to ask for help." ...more1h 1minPlay
June 24, 2025060: Taking on modern mom problems with Tara ClarkIt’s time to take on modern mom problems with Tara Clark! Listen in as Tara joins our unicorn space to help moms everywhere feel a little less alone. Together, we unpack the wonderfully messy realities of parenting: from breastfeeding journeys and retroactive pep talks to our younger mom-selves, to the social media spirals that fuel the comparison trap. We might not be able to solve every modern mom problem, but we can laugh, vent, and find connection as we take them on together.Key takeaway? The wild ride of parenthood comes with joy, overwhelm, and millisecond-by millisecond challenges (many truths, no lies!), but we do not have to steer this ship alone.Want to hear more from Tara? We’ve got you covered!Tara Clark | @modernmomprobsModern Mom Probs Podcast | @modernmomprobspodcast...more57minPlay
June 17, 2025059: Taking on 2TNLIt's time to take on 2TNL: Two Truths, No Lies. Listen in as Mel & Michelle carve out space & flip the script to share some of *your* 2TNLs.2TNL is a guiding light of our unicorn space: making room for the beautifully complex, often contradictory truths of being human. This episode is all about hearing other's honest reflections that hold space for conflicting feelings, thoughts, & experiences. Your 2TNLs, our take.Key takeaway? Write yourself permission slips to feel two truths (and no lies) all at once....more54minPlay
June 10, 2025058: Taking on an unscripted chat with M&MIt’s time to take on an unscripted chat with Mel & Michelle. Listen in for two besties just catching up on the latest. Grab your coffee (or martini), and join us as we make space for post-vaca pulse checks and some pop culture indulgences. Xx, M&M...more59minPlay
May 27, 2025057: Taking on big sis energy with Samantha FerrucciIt's time to take on big sis energy with Samantha Ferrucci. This week Michelle’s sister-in-law, Samantha, takes the co-host seat. Listen in as Samantha asks all the juicy, third-trimester questions you wish you had a big sister to answer. Lucky for her (and you!), Michelle shows up with the big sis vibes, real talk, and heart. With her own baby due any week now, Samantha shares what’s weighing most on her heart and what’s topping her responsibility landscape as she prepares for the arrival of her little one.From navigating the emotional rollercoaster of the third trimester to meeting new parts of yourself, and taming your inner mama bear to drawing boundaries during the fourth trimester - they cover it all.Whether you’re gearing up to have a baby yourself or walking alongside someone who is, this episode offers insights, empathy, and the kind of real-talk that makes you feel a little more ready and a lot less alone....more1h 19minPlay
May 20, 2025Double clicking on skincareIt's time to double click on skincare. In this throwback episode, Mel & Michelle dive into yet another passion bubble and they're here to argue, this isn't just skin-deep! In this episode, we share some of our top product picks, why we love them, and how we conceptualize our skincare routine as a whole. Whether you're just starting to level up your regimen, on the hunt for some new products, or hoping to learn more about the WHY, there is a little bit for everyone here! Key takeaways? Taking care of your skin is a lifelong investment—and it doesn’t have to break the bank!...more1h 9minPlay
May 13, 2025056: Taking on platonic intimacyIt's time to take on platonic intimacy. Listen in as Mel & Michelle lift the hood on a love that’s often overlooked but just as soul-filling: platonic intimacy. What makes a friendship feel sacred? What defines closeness when romance isn’t in the mix? We break down the layers of platonic intimacy - from the everyday (like knowing your coffee order or your Sunday spirals), to the historical (the friend who’s known every version of you), to crisis support, and the spiritual, reflective space where you can explore identity and meaning without judgment.Key takeaway? Friendship is love.These rare and real relationships don’t just happen - they're nurtured. We double-click on how to foster deep friendship and chat about ways to invest in the mundane, embrace repair, and cheer each other on!...more1h 3minPlay
FAQs about The M Take:How many episodes does The M Take have?The podcast currently has 88 episodes available.