The Messy Mom Podcast
by The Messy Mom Podcast
The Messy Mom Podcast by Fit Mama In 30 is about ditching the idea of perfection during motherhood and embracing the messy. Ranging from topics about pre and postnatal health, infertility, mom guilt, and the craziness that comes with raising a family. Get ready for 30 minutes of real, raw and messy content. Let’s work to #embracethemessy.
Episodes
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Ways to Save Your Core During Pregnancy and Postpartum (REPLAY)
In this replay, Cari and Bailey discuss effective strategies to reduce extra intra-abdominal pressure, aiming to minimize the risk of worsening diastasis and other postpartum issues. They emphasize the importance of focusing on functional training and gradually returning to regular workouts after...
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A Transformative Way to Train at Home
Are you ready to take your at-home workouts to the next level? Today’s episode is for you! We’re joined by Ilyssa, a product marketer from Tempo, a cutting-edge strength training app. She shares her journey of connecting with Tempo and the incredible technology they offer. In our conversation, we...
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Overcoming Hyperemesis with Rebekah Matznick
Are you struggling with Hyperemesis Gravidarum and looking for solutions? Today, we’re joined by dietitian Rebekah Matznick, who shares her personal experience with this condition. Rebekah is currently using a Zofran pump, which has significantly improved her current third pregnancy compared to…
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Making Childhood Magic with Emily Wehner
Are you ready to make magic for your children's childhood? Join Cari and Bailey in today's conversation with Emily Wehner, a photographer and mom influencer, as she shares insights from her viral TikTok posts and her creation of an amazing PDF titled 'Childhood Magic,' which compiled comments…
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Kayla’s personal story with surrogacy
Curious about the journey to becoming a surrogate and how to prepare for it? That's exactly why we've invited Kayla Brugger, the owner of Pilates Body by Kayla, to join us as our podcast guest today as she explores the possibility of becoming a surrogate and shares her personal experience with…
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Life Postpartum: Once Postpartum, Always Postpartum
Today, we're diving deep into the realities of postpartum recovery, beyond the typical zero to four weeks timeframe. We'll explore the often unspoken challenges of the long-term, forever, postpartum stage that moms go through. Join Bailey and Cari as they share practical nuggets of information…
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Embracing 40!
As Cari celebrates turning 40, she reflects on her birthday experience and her anticipation for the journey ahead in this new decade. Together she and Bailey are challenging societal norms surrounding aging, rejecting age-related stigmas by embracing 40, and celebrating milestones. In today's...
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3 births, 3 different experiences with Rachel Klein
Curious about your birthing options and finding the best fit for you? Join Cari and Bailey in today's conversation with Rachel Klein, the founder of Revival Food Co., as she shares her unique birth stories covering a range of experiences, from unmedicated to medicated births in different…
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Bailey's Birth Story
We’ve got some exciting news! Bailey is back with a new “Beau” in her life, and she's ready to spill all the details about her new baby and the birth story. In today's conversation, we dive into Bailey's journey, exploring the differences between her first and second labor experiences, what she…
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All About Pediatric Concierge Medicine with Elizabeth Bowen, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC
When you hear concierge medicine what do you think? For us, one of the first thoughts was unaffordable. That’s why we brought Elizabeth Bowen, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC, a certified nurse practitioner in pediatrics, as our podcast guest today. She runs a concierge medicine business based in…
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Why I moved to Florida and decided to homeschool my kids
Bailey and Cari are back with a life update! Many have been curious about Cari's decision to move to Florida and homeschool her kids. In this episode, we'll dive into the reasons behind these choices and celebrate the beauty of embracing life's messiness, being weird, and being open to new...
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Coffee Chat with Cari & Bailey: What's in and out for 2024
Are you curious about the upcoming trends in 2024? Join Cari and Bailey in today's episode as they kick off the year after a short hiatus. Grab your coffee and settle in for a chat about what's in and out this year, the popular baby names from 2023, and the trending names for 2024. Let's jump in!...
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Preparing for the Delivery Room with Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins
Today, we're thrilled to have Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins return to the show to dive into all things related to preparing for the delivery room. It's a special full-circle moment as she previously joined us right before Bailey's first son was born, discussing birth preparation and creating a…
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Answering Your Top Questions on Prenatal Exercise (REPLAY)
In this replay, Bailey answers the top pre and postnatal exercise questions that Fit Mama In 30 gets time and time again, such as; if you didn’t exercise before pregnancy, can you start exercising now? Tune in to gain valuable insights into the safety of strength training during pregnancy, dispel...
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Depression During Pregnancy with Laila
In today’s episode, we tackle the important topic of prenatal depression, an often overlooked issue affecting 1 in 7 women. Our guest, Laila from the Learning to Mom Podcast, shares her personal experience with prenatal depression and provides invaluable guidance on how to recognize and manage…
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Optimizing Your Fertility with Brookes Vaughan
In the second episode of our prenatal series, we're delving deep into optimizing fertility. Joining us today is Brooks Vaughn, a women's health nurse practitioner specializing in fertility (you may recall her from episode 48). Whether you're actively trying to get pregnant or thinking about it,...
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4 Ways to Prepare for Pregnancy
Today we're diving into the first episode of our prenatal series, where we'll be discussing things to consider when you are thinking about getting pregnant (and have the luxury to plan). If you have the opportunity to plan in the coming 6-12 months, we've gathered some helpful tips that we wish…
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Mom Hacks
As we wrap up our parenting series, we decided to have a little fun. Today, Bailey and Cari are diving into mom hacks! If you're not familiar, these are those quirky little nuggets that help make life easier. As every parent knows, sometimes you try a hack, and it's a game-changer, while other...
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Preparing for Potty Training
We're back with another podcast episode that in our opinion is both important and a bit messy – today, we're delving into the world of potty training! Joining us is Liliana Horbatiuk, the founder of Lil Baby Sleep and Potty Training Consulting. Who is also the mom behind Lil Baby Sleep and the…
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How Minimalism Can Decrease Stress in Motherhood
In this week's episode, we're delighted to have Diane Boden, the host of the Minimalist Moms podcast and the author of the book "Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity," join us. We've invited her on to discuss the incredible power of minimalism in reducing stress, especially in…
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Teaching Kids How to Speak Up for Themselves with Brooke Romney
Today we have Brooke Romney joining us, who is our first guest in our new parenting series. She is here to help dive into a topic that we think is really important – how to teach your kids how to stand up for themselves. As parents, our thoughts often revolve around the moments when our children...
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How to Stay on Track With Fitness Goals During Back-to-School Time
Are you struggling to find time for your fitness routine during the back-to-school whirlwind? In this episode, we discuss how to stay on track with your fitness goals during this busy season. We don’t want you to use the back-to-school season as a reason to hit pause on your goals. We understand...
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It's Not About the Wine with Celeste Yvonne
We are celebrating our 50th episode! And guess what? We have an incredible guest for you. Joining us today is the amazing Celeste Yvonne, also known as the Ultimate Mom Challenge. She is 5 1/2 years sober and is coming on to chat about all things mommy wine culture. During our chat with Celeste,...
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4 Types of Strength Training You Must Include in Your Workout Routine
Of course, you need cardio in your life but through years of education and personal experience (we're both moms too!), we've come to realize the incredible importance of strength training. It's not just about carrying your child during pregnancy; it's about rehabilitating and recovering during…
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Up Close and Personal with Your Period with Brookes Vaughan, WHNP
This week on the Messy Mom Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Brookes Vaughan WHNP, a women's health practitioner and founder of the Women's Health Company. During our conversation, we will be talking about another topic that no one else seems to want to talk about and that is...
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Getting to Know Bailey
This week, we're excited to bring you an episode where Bailey takes the hot seat! If you missed our previous episode a few weeks ago, Bailey had this great idea for us to interview each other, allowing you to get to know us on a deeper level. We kicked off this segment with Cari, and now it's…
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Postpartum Body Image: How to Regain Your Confidence
This week, we're diving into a topic that many can relate to: postpartum body image. Bailey understands that many can relate to feeling different during the postpartum period. It's almost as if you're not fully in your own body due to all the changes happening. From sleep deprivation, healing…
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Changing the Narrative When It Comes to Pregnancy with Marnie Madras, Founder of Rumbly
It's no secret that pregnancy and motherhood can be incredibly challenging, and we often feel like everything is centered around the baby. That's why we're delighted to have Marnie Madras as our guest on the podcast today. Marnie is the founder of Rumbly, a subscription box service that focuses…
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Getting to Know Cari
Today, we have a special treat for you, a one-on-one interview with Cari Oschman. We're going deeper with 20 questions to really get to know her. By the end of this episode, you'll feel like friends. Join us as Bailey poses all the burning questions, from Cari's favorite vacation spot to her…
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How Stress and “Overdoing It” Can Impact Your Fertility
Are you curious about how stress can impact fertility? In this episode, Cari welcomes back registered dietician turned fertility coach, Whitney Gingerich, MA, RDN, LDN, to shed light on this important topic. Join us, in this episode, where Cari and Whitney provide valuable insights and empowering...
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Dealing with Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Marissa’s Story
Whether you're dealing with nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, or simply want to learn more about Hyperemesis Gravidarum, this episode is for you. Today we dive into a topic that affects many mothers-to-be but is often not talked about enough. We're joined by Marissa McMahon, a women's health...
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5 Ways to Maximize Fat Loss and Build Muscle
Are you looking for some easy-to-implement strategies to help achieve your fitness goals? In today’s episode, Cari and Bailey sit down to discuss 5 practical ways to maximize fat loss and build muscle including, consuming enough protein, strength training, rest + sleep, non-exercise activity...
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Postpartum Intimacy with Dr. Emma Schmidt
Have you been struggling with sex and intimacy postpartum? This is something that most moms deal with but is not openly discussed on where to get support. Today we are talking with Dr. Emma Schmidt a sex therapist and clinical sexologist to discuss sexual health, her own personal struggles, sex...
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How to Start Organizing Your Home with Sarah Davis
Do you need help organizing your home? As moms, things get messy. And every now and then it’s nice to get organized. So, today we are chatting with Sarah Davis from the Neat Method Indy to discuss how she got started with Neat Method, general tips for organizing your home, how to overcome the...
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Improving Postpartum Care with Stacia Scott
Are you looking for answers to questions you have when it comes to postpartum care? You are not alone! Today we talk with Stacia Scott a nurse practitioner and owner of Postpartum Care of Indiana, who focuses on women's health oncology, labor and delivery, and internal medicine to talk about why...
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Coffee Chats: Trends for 2023, Popular Baby Names + Dad Jokes
Have you been curious about what the trends are going to be in 2023? In today’s episode, Cari and Bailey sit down for a coffee chat to discuss what is “In” and “Out” for this year, the most popular baby names from 2022 (what ones are trending for 2023), and dad jokes. Resources: Nespresso coffee...
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Recovery after C-Section with Dr. Sam Dawson Tandy, DPT
Have you either experienced, might have to go through, or have planned to do a c-section in the upcoming weeks or months? Today we chat with Dr. Sam Dawson-Tandy a pelvic floor and pelvic health specialist to talk about all things C-section recovery such as the core recovery process, what the…
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Chiropractic Care During and After Pregnancy with Dr. Kristen Hartwell, DC
Dr. Kristen Hartwell, DC, is a doctor who specializes in prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care with her own practice at Scared Spines Chiropractic. She has honed her skills with the specific needs of pregnant and pediatric patients including the Webster Technique. We and Dr. Hartwell talk…
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How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
It’s been a minute (or several) since we have done a podcast but we are back! We know we’ve said it before but we have made some major upgrades to our podcast and our super excited to be back and on a more consistent schedule. Today’s topic is important because as we get closer to the holidays,...
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How to develop healthy mental strategies during pregnancy and motherhood with Lauren Daugherty.
Lauren Daugherty, LMHC, ATR, is the art therapist and mental health counselor at the Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art at Indiana University Bloomington. In her role she works with individuals of all ages with an emphasis on providing mental health and wellness services to college students…
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Regaining Your Confidence & Motivation In Motherhood With Ciara Burton
Cari and Bailey chat with Ciara Burton known as “The Life Coach for Moms,” about how she was able to increase her happiness, confidence, and motivation in motherhood after a dark time in her life. Ciara has created a unique brand that’s freeing Mothers of anxiety and uncertainty by helping them...
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What to Know About Gestational Diabetes with Leslee Flannery, RD
Cari and Bailey chat with Leslee Flannery a dietitian from @gestational.diabetes.nutrition about risk factors, the first thing she recommends to do if you are diagnosed and so much more. Find her on instagram at @gestational.diabetes.nutrition to work with her! * This information is meant for...
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How Nutrition Can Impact Secondary Infertility with Whitney Gingerich, MS, RD aka The Fertility Nut
Cari and Bailey chat with Whitney from the @thefertilitynut about how nutrition can impact fertility, specifically, secondary infertility. They discuss what secondary infertility is, a good place to start if you, or someone you know is experiencing this, and much more. Find Whitney on Instagram…
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Coffee Chats with Cari and Bailey + Some Exciting News!
Cari and Bailey update you on why they have been MIA for awhile and some exciting things in store for Fit Mama In 30! * This information is meant for educational and informational purposes only. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems without consulting your...
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Postpartum Depression Signs & Symptoms with Dr. Allison Carter, DNP, MSN, APRN-CNP
One of our most requested topics…Cari sits down with Dr. Allison Carter to discuss the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression and how you can help identify them in yourself or someone you love. * This information is meant for educational and informational purposes only. You should not use…
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Everything is Better TOGETHER
Cari and Bailey discuss how small group coaching helps keep you motivated and accountable not just with fitness but with life. * This information is meant for educational and informational purposes only. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems without…
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Ways to Save Your Core During Pregnancy and Postpartum
Cari and Bailey discuss ways to reduce extra intra abdominal pressure to decrease the risk of a worse diastasis and issues in the postpartum period. * This information is meant for educational and informational purposes only. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health...
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Bailey’s Birth Story
Bailey fills us in on alllll the details of her birth story. The good, the bad and the ugly. Be sure to find us on instagram at Fitmamain30 or www.fitmamain30.com * This information is meant for educational and informational purposes only. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat...
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Realistic Nutrition for Moms with Cari & Bailey
Cari & Bailey discuss a more realistic approach to nutrition to help busy moms fuel themselves and their families. * This information is meant for educational and informational purposes only. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems without consulting your...
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How to Get Your Baby to Sleep with Kendra Dove-Founder of Dovely Dreams.
Bailey and Cari sit down with Kendra Dove a Pediatric Sleep Specialist and Physician Assistant to discuss the best ways to get your baby to sleep as well as sleep safety guidelines. Find Kendra on Instagram at @dovelydreamssleep and her website www.dovelydreams.com. * This information is meant…
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About this show
The Messy Mom Podcast by Fit Mama In 30 is about ditching the idea of perfection during motherhood and embracing the messy. Ranging from topics about pre and postnatal health, infertility, mom guilt, and the craziness that comes with raising a family. Get ready for 30 minutes of real, raw and messy content. Let’s work to #embracethemessy.
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