The Parenthood and Relationship Podcast | Matrescence | Relationship after baby | Motherhood life

Do you find that though you may be quite good at comforting friends, you are very harsh on yourself and your perceived parental failings?

In today’s episode, you will 

• learn practical techniques to cultivate self-compassion, even amidst the challenges of parenthood

Whether you're a new parent or navigating the complexities of raising children, this episode offers valuable insights to help you nurture yourself and those you love.

🔗 Tune in now and share with other parents who might benefit!

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Resources and Links Mentioned

> FREE Self-Connect Calendar|

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JOURNALING EXERCISE:

Pick one of the suggestions that I made, whether that be the self-connect calendar (markellakaplani.com/selfconnectcalendar), whether it be a meditation with a body scan or mindful breathing, whether it's taking a walk, practicing self-forgiveness, etc… take one of these and write how you're going to be implementing it in your journal.

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Find the full transcript HERE.

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Markella Kaplani, M.A.

Do you ever find yourself overwhelmed with guilt, feeling like you’re too hard on yourself as a parent or partner? Trust me, you’re not alone. 

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Resources and Links Mentioned

> FREE Self-Connect Calendar|

JOURNALING EXERCISE:

Take your journal and write down something that you did today that was a proud parenting moment or something that was compassionate toward yourself or someone else.

Find the full transcript HERE.

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Markella Kaplani, M.A.

Are you struggling with mom guilt or dad guilt and finding it hard to be kind to yourself even though you are kind to other parent friends?

🔹 The roots of parental guilt and why it persists

🔹 How societal expectations shape our self-image

🔹 The powerful role of the inner critic and how it formed

🔹 Practical steps to embrace self-compassion

🔹 The journey of reparenting and inner child healing

Tune in to uncover the profound impact of self-compassion on your parenting journey and learn how to healthily lower the volume of your inner critic.

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Resources and Links Mentioned

> FREE Self-Connect Calendar|

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JOURNALING EXERCISE:

Write a letter to your inner critic and express your gratitude for the fact that it had to play this harsh role in order to make sure that you are well off, that you are accepted, that you're part of the tribe, that you survive.

And then in a second paragraph, tell your inner critic that you forgive them for having to be this harsh with you, for using this strategy in order to get through to you, even though it was very painful.

And then recognize how painful it may have been for your inner critic to have to take on this role and end the letter with the main theme being that your inner critic can let go of this role now; that they can be who they want to be, that they can contribute to your well being in a different manner because they no longer have to protect you in this way. 

Let them know that you are stepping up as the healthy adult to reparent and protect your inner child and that your inner critic doesn't have to step in. Reassure it that you're there. Explain how you're going to do things differently and welcome the inner critic in your life in a different capacity this time. 

Now this is a profound exercise and it is very, very impactful, but you're not going to see results overnight. So take it one step at a time. Start noticing the little things that your inner critic is able to let go of. Note them down, and continue journaling. And in time, as you keep at this, you're going to see how your inner critic's voice will gradually lower and lower.

Find the full transcript HERE.

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Markella Kaplani, M.A.

Do you have a voice in your head telling you are not enough?

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Resources and Links Mentioned

> FREE Self-Connect Calendar

> (Re)Discover Your Identity in Motherhood [waitlist]

> Get in touch with me (Instagram; website; e-mail)

 > Leave a Podcast Review HERE 😀

> FREE Motherhood Coaching Session: Send an e-mail to [email protected] with the subject line “Podcast Guesting”

> Join our community on Facebook: Parenthood and Relationship Group

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JOURNALING EXERCISE:

1. Write down what your inner critic tells you.

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Markella Kaplani, M.A.

Remember when we had a village to support us in our parenting journey?

Do you, too, wonder how the tables have turned so that we are now shamed for wanting help from our kin, being told that "It's our child, so it's our responsibility?" and "You chose this."?

How did we go from "it takes a village to raise a child" to parenting in isolation?

Based on a post and its respective comments on Facebook, I discuss how societal and cultural shifts toward individualism have led to the near-extinction of our support systems and the community previous generations enjoyed as parents.

However, I also note how we, too, may have inadvertently pushed our village away, rejecting help and support even when it is offered, due to fear, generational trauma, rigid parenting, and egoism, thus leading to parental burnout.

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Find the full transcript HERE.

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#ittakesavillage #parentingjourney #motherhoodislonely #selfsufficiency #independence #whereisthevillage

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Relevant Resources:

Motherhood Identity Intensive (waitlist)

1. Rediscover your identity

FREE Motherhood Coaching Session: Send an e-mail to [email protected] with the subject line “Podcast Guesting”

Journaling Prompt Questions: Find them in fuchsia pink within the full transcript HERE.

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LET'S TAKE OUR RELATIONSHIP TO THE NEXT LEVEL 😉

• Find me on Instagram: @markella.kaplani

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Markella Kaplani, M.A.

Do you constantly wonder how to be the perfect mother? Has it become your life’s mission to balance motherhood and career? Or are you a stay-at-home mom feeling the pressure to be perfect because you don’t “do it all?”

In today’s episode, we debunk the Supermom myth by:

• Exploring historical perspectives on motherhood

I also share 6 strategies for balanced motherhood to help you redefine success and find genuine fulfillment.

Let’s put an end to the comparison culture that fuels guilt and inadequacy in mothers. Discover mindful parenting techniques, insights into navigating the Supermom trap, and an introduction to Internal Family Systems therapy for your self-healing journey.

Learn how to overcome the Supermom expectations, embrace imperfection, and build a support network for mothers that celebrates simplicity and self-compassion.

Find the full transcript HERE.

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#SupermomMyth #MotherhoodUnplugged #ParenthoodPodcast #BalancedMotherhood #MaternalExpectations #MindfulParenting #RedefineSuccess #MomLifeStruggles #BreakTheSupermomMyth #MomSupportNetwork #SelfCompassion #RealMomLife #OvercomingMomPressure #ParentingJourney #AuthenticMotherhood

Resources mentioned in the episode:

RECONNECT to Yourself! Visit markellakaplani.com/selfconnectcalendar to get a gentle guide that helps you nurture your relationship with yourself daily with tiny actions that respect your busy schedule and mental load!

Motherhood Identity Intensive (waitlist)

1. Get centered and model self-regulation to your child(ren)

FREE Motherhood Coaching Session: Send an e-mail to [email protected] with the subject line “Podcast Guesting”

Journaling Prompt Questions: Find them in fuchsia pink within the full transcript HERE.

Liking this? Please SHARE with a friend (or more!) and leave a REVIEW on Apple Podcasts. I appreciate it more than I can express in words!

LET'S TAKE OUR RELATIONSHIP TO THE NEXT LEVEL 😉

• Find me on Instagram: @markella.kaplani

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Are you constantly seeking the "perfect" way to parent?

I know that I certainly looked to every expert book to get more familiar with positive parenting tips, in an attempt to appease any and all parenting stress I had as a first-time mom. 

But as much parenting advice as one can get, the stress of motherhood (and fatherhood) is REAL and oftentimes amplified when we get information overload and start to dampen our inner voice.

More specifically, today we explore:

• The benefits and downsides of parenting books

Find the full transcript HERE.

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#ParentingAdvice #PositiveParenting #NewParents #ParentingBooks #ParentingStress #InformedParent #TraumaInformedParent #Parenthood #MarkellaKaplani #TrustYourInstincts #SelfConnect #ParentingJourney

***Resources mentioned in the episode

RECONNECT to Yourself!

Go to markellakaplani.com/selfconnectcalendar so that you can get this gentle guide that will help you nurture your relationship with yourself every day with a tiny action that respects your busy schedule and your mental load!!

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Journaling Prompt Questions

Find them in fuchsia pink within the full transcript HERE.

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- Find me on Instagram: @markella.kaplani

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Markella Kaplani, M.A.

Ever felt sidelined by your partner after becoming parents? 🚸 

In this episode of the Parenthood and Relationship Podcast, we dive into why those little squabbles with your partner seem never-ending. 

🗣️ Why taking out the trash becomes a major fight when the real issue is much deeper. 

Tune in to learn:

- The real reasons behind your arguments 🧠

- How to recognize underlying guilt and fears 💡

- Practical tips to improve communication 💬

- The importance of empathy and compassion ❤️

🌟 Don't miss out! 

🎧 Listen, share, and leave a review!

⬇️ Download the Couples Communications Checklist

#Parenthood #RelationshipGoals #CouplesTherapy #Communication #ParentingTips #MentalHealth #Podcast #MarkellaKaplani #LoveAndParenthood #Empathy #SelfAwareness #HealingTogether

***Resources mentioned in the episode

Get your Checklist for Healthy Communication in Parenthood

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Go listen to the BLISSFULLY BOLD Podcast - host: Gavie Remaly

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RECONNECT to Yourself!

Go to markellakaplani.com/selfconnectcalendar so that you can get this gentle guide that will help you nurture your relationship with yourself every day with a tiny action that respects your busy schedule and your mental load!!

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Journaling Prompt Questions

Find them in fuchsia pink within the full transcript HERE.

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Leave me a REVIEW on Apple Podcasts

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Liking this? 

Please SHARE with a friend (or more!) and leave me a REVIEW on Apple Podcasts; I appreciate it more than I can express in words!

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- Find me on Instagram: @markella.kaplani

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Markella Kaplani, M.A.

Does becoming a mom mean that we have to lose ourselves and our passions?

🎙️ For many of us who thought that our multi-faceted interests would fade as we stepped into motherhood on account of our deep love for our children, the fact that we can both want to be with them 24/7 while still yearning for the things that used to make us whole, can create intense internal turmoil.

In today’s episode, we talk about:

👉  The lingering need for personal goals, passions, & fulfillment outside of motherhood

👉 The societal norms that villainize this need, leading to mommy guilt and shame

👉 Gentle ways to re-discover our passions & how make time for them even if we feel like an overwhelmed mom

👉 The key role that our self-fulfillment plays in the healthy development of our children

Join me so that we can normalize being multi-layered and finding balance as a mom. 

Together we can take steps in the direction of overcoming mom guilt!

The reality of motherhood is very different than what the media and society have us believe. And it’s much more balanced and healthy like that! 

🎧 Listen now and leave a review!

⬇️ Download the free guide "Calm Parent, Calm Child"

#realmotherhood #momlife #honestmotherhood #findingbalance inmotherhood #findingbalance #matrescence #ParentingTips #SelfRegulation 

Find the full transcript HERE.

***Resources mentioned in the episode

Get your FREE Calm Parent, Calm Child guide

Go to markellakaplani.com/calmparentcalmchild to download this gentle guide that includes practical strategies to address toddler tantrums and self-reflection prompts to help you learn to self-regulate the next time your child experiences a meltdown.  

Communities and Programs to Get a Passion Project Up and Running

Greece: @artemis.gavriilidou

USA: @brainstorm_road

Australia: @deemaiseycoaching

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RECONNECT to Yourself!

Go to markellakaplani.com/selfconnectcalendar so that you can get this gentle guide that will help you nurture your relationship with yourself every day with a tiny action that respects your busy schedule and your mental load!!

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Journaling Prompt Questions

Find them within the full transcript HERE.

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Leave me a REVIEW on Apple Podcasts

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Liking this? 

Please SHARE with a friend (or more!) and leave me a REVIEW on Apple Podcasts; I appreciate it more than I can express in words!

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Markella Kaplani, M.A.

Dealing with toddler tantrums can feel overwhelming, but there are gentle, effective strategies to help. 

In this episode, we explore:

👉 Understanding the triggers behind an emotional meltdown

👉 The power of self-regulating

👉 Practical tips for calming both yourself and your child

👉 The role of co-regulation in managing tantrums and emotional development

Join me for expert advice on creating a peaceful home environment and nurturing your child’s emotional well-being. If you’ve ever wondered how to deal with toddler tantrums, don’t miss out on the special guide at the end of the episode! 🎙️

🎧 Listen now and leave a review!

⬇️ Download the free guide "Calm Parent, Calm Child"

#GentleParenting #ToddlerTantrums #ParentingTips #SelfRegulation #MindfulParenting

Find the full transcript HERE.

***Resources mentioned in the episode

Get your FREE Calm Parent, Calm Child guide

Go to markellakaplani.com/calmparentcalmchild to download this gentle guide that includes practical strategies to address toddler tantrums and self-reflection prompts to help you learn to self-regulate the next time your child experiences a meltdown.  

RECONNECT to Yourself!

Go to markellakaplani.com/selfconnectcalendar so that you can get this gentle guide that will help you nurture your relationship with yourself every day with a tiny action that respects your busy schedule and your mental load!!

Journaling Prompt Questions

1. Think about a recent time that your child had a meltdown. What was the situation? How did you feel in that moment? Write down everything that you remember about the incident. 

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Liking this? 

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LET'S TAKE OUR RELATIONSHIP TO THE NEXT LEVEL 😉

- Find me on Instagram: @markella.kaplani

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Markella Kaplani, M.A.