In today’s episode, the moms interview Dr. Steven Goudy, the pediatric ENT behind the beloved product The Nozebot. You will hear all about how Dr. Goudy founded Dr. Noze Best to provide wellness solutions for children and peace of mind for their parents. Learn about some of the most common (and anxiety inducing) issues that he sees in his line of work. From RSV to ear infections to foreign objects in your nose…we discuss how to navigate sickness and advocate for your child through these tough ti...
Apr 09, 2024•49 min•Ep. 40
Ever feel like you would lose your head if it wasn’t attached to your body? You’re probably suffering from “MOM BRAIN” and we’re here to tell you: It’s not as awful as it feels sometimes. Candace and Whitney share some of their personal experiences with “mom brain” that will make you feel less alone. Plus, Whitney and Candace share some hilarious stories from college spring break that we can’t stop giggling about. Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: Mom Group Chat | Facebook Keep up...
Apr 02, 2024•39 min•Ep. 39
Hobbies? WHAT HOBBIES? Today the moms discuss how difficult it is to have true hobbies as a mom. Candace and Whitney share their hobbies both before and after children. They discuss the identity shifts you experience entering motherhood and how losing your hobbies is a big part of that. Plus, why are dad’s not only allowed to have hobbies but expected to have hobbies? (Where my golf wives at?!) Also, Candace gives an in-depth update on her breastfeeding journey. Join the official Mom Group Chat ...
Mar 26, 2024•56 min•Ep. 38
Olivia Ivey-Davis is back and answering all of your questions. In this Q&A episode, the woman behind SkinnyHangover and Mini Musts spills the tea on all sorts of topics. From how many more kids she wants, influencer “icks”, and how to keep things spicy while trying to conceive, she graciously answers even the juiciest questions. Follow Olivia: @skinnyhangover @minimusts Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: Mom Group Chat | Facebook Keep up with the Moms and join the conversatio...
Mar 19, 2024•43 min•Ep. 37
In today’s episode, Whitney sits down to chat with Olivia Ivey-Davis, the woman behind SkinnyHangover and Mini Musts. Olivia discuses how she started sharing her life online and how it has evolved over the years. She talks all things “mom life” including body image after babies, how to make healthier lifestyle decisions, and letting go of the idea of balancing it all. She is a friend of the pod for good reason, she is a mom who above all keeps it real. Follow Olivia: @skinnyhangover @minimusts J...
Mar 12, 2024•47 min•Ep. 36
Have we entered the terrible twos?! Sometimes it feels like it. In this week’s episode, the moms vent about how absolutely psychotic toddlers can be sometimes. Who knew accidentally giving your child the red cup instead of the blue cup could ruin your morning? Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: Mom Group Chat | Facebook Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials: Instagram: @momgroupchat TikTok: @momgroupchat Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at momgro...
Mar 05, 2024•39 min
Baby Evelyn is here! This week, the moms celebrate the arrival of Candace’s second baby, Evelyn Shannon by hearing all about her birth story and how the first few days as a family of four have been going in the Donnelly household. Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: Mom Group Chat | Facebook Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials: Instagram: @momgroupchat TikTok: @momgroupchat Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at [email protected]...
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr
When we started this show we have always said: “No one knows better than other moms” and in today’s episode, Candace and Whitney are sharing everything they have learned as they become second time moms. They talk about what they would do differently, how they feel more confident, and share some products that have made mom life exponentially easier. Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials: Instagram: @momgroupchat TikTok: @momgroupchat Join our Facebook group: https://www...
Feb 20, 2024•51 min•Ep. 33
In today’s episode, the moms are talking all about parental leave…or honestly the lack there of here in the US. They recap the Kyte Baby SCANDAL and spill all the tea about just how behind the US is when it comes to parental leave. Candace goes into detail about how prepping for this maternity leave as an entrepreneur has been difficult. This topic is something that stresses a lot of moms and we want you to know you’re not alone. For more information and ways to advocate for better parental leav...
Feb 13, 2024•48 min•Ep. 32
This episode was prerecorded before Shannon’s passing. Shannon had so much to offer the world and this community and although it’s heartbreaking to hear her talk about the future, we also want as much of her insight, humor, wit, and love to be out in the world as possible. After talking with her family, we made the decision to release these episodes. We hope that this episode makes you smile, laugh, and remember just how incredible Shannon was. We love her and miss her so much everyday. In today...
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 31
This episode was prerecorded before Shannon’s passing. Shannon had so much to offer the world and this community and although it’s heartbreaking to hear her talk about the future, we also want as much of her insight, humor, wit, and love to be out in the world as possible. After talking with her family, we made the decision to release these episodes. We hope that this episode makes you smile, laugh, and remember just how incredible Shannon was. We love her and miss her so much everyday. In today...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 30
Whitney and Candace are back in this bittersweet episode of the Mom Group Chat podcast as they still process the loss of their best friend and co-host Shannon Finn. They discuss how difficult the past 2 months have been, how they plan to move forward with the show, and give a full recap of their lives since they last took the mic. They thank the Mom Group Chat community for all of their support, love, and kind words during this tough time. Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our s...
Jan 23, 2024•52 min
On this episode we welcome the ULTIMATE COOL MOM, Aisha Hatter to the Mom Group Chat. Shannon, Aisha, and Candace went to high school together so she is a friend of the pod, fellow Tampa native, and mom to almost 2 year old Violet Jett. (I mean, as if we needed to provide any proof of how cool she is that baby name is all the proof you need). Aisha started building a following online sharing her fabulous single girl life in NYC and is known for her honesty, authenticity, and humor. And all of th...
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 28
This week, the moms discuss the never-ending to-do list and mental load of managing the dang house. They sing their own praises (and yours) because without moms, sh*t would fall apart. Moms are the sweaty staff at the bottom of the Titanic in the boileroom that nobody sees, working their tails off making the ship go while everyone else enjoys their transatlantic cruise (minus the tragic sinking, duh). After the vent sesh, the moms talk about their best practices for maintaining any semblance of ...
Oct 24, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 27
What is Perinatal Depression? It’s depression that occurs in women during pregnancy through the first twelve months of the postpartum period and it affects 1 in 7 women. Mallory Haney is a cognitive behavioral therapist focused on perinatal anxiety and depression. She joins the mom group chat this week to share her expertise. Their conversation ranges from how to differentiate depression from the “baby blues”, what symptoms look like, and the stigma that still surrounds perinatal depression and ...
Oct 17, 2023•53 min•Ep. 26
What is better than catching up with your best friend?! NOTHING. In this week’s episode, join Candace and Shannon as they catch up on everything going on their lives while Whitney is on maternity leave. Candace recaps her beach vacation and Shannon even comes clean about some things she said on previous podcast episodes. Plus, the moms give you a quick update about how Whitney and baby Margot are doing which causes both Shannon and Candace to panic about incoming baby #2. Join the official Mom G...
Oct 10, 2023•52 min•Ep. 25
It’s October and that means that it is officially Spooky Season! Pumpkins, spices, hayrides, halloween, chilly mornings, sweater weather, IT'S HAPPENING! The moms agree that Fall is extra fun with littles and spend this week’s episode getting excited about all things autumnal. Grab a PSL, light your favorite seasonal candle, cozy up to this fun episode and get pumped for Fall. Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: Mom Group Chat | Facebook Keep up with the Moms and join the conversati...
Oct 03, 2023•49 min•Ep. 24
This week we welcome Rachel Johnson to the Mom Group Chat. Rachel is a mom and three, and founder of ah.mi health club, and a full time founding partner at her law firm, J&O Law. We talk about creating the life you want while balancing all things family, career, and passions. Her passion has come to life in the form of ah.mi, which is a super positive, community focused health and wellness brand designed to make healthy living doable and sustainable. Imagine joining a group chat of motivated...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 23
Is there a feeling more unanimous among mothers than guilt? What is up with that?! Mom guilt is frequent topic on the pod, and this week the moms take a deep dive on how they experience mom guilt in their own lives. They discuss how pervasive it is, how it derails our joy as mothers, the specific millenial experience of mom guilt, and how they try to overcome that pesky voice saying “you’re not enough!” Spoiler alert - you’re doing a great job!! Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: M...
Sep 19, 2023•56 min•Ep. 22
Baby Margot is here! This week, the moms celebrate the arrival of Whitney’s second baby, Margot by hearing all about her birth story and how the first few days as a family of four have been going in the Williams household. Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: Mom Group Chat | Facebook Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials: Instagram: @momgroupchat TikTok: @momgroupchat Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at [email protected]...
Sep 12, 2023•50 min•Ep. 21
This week we welcome certified feeding therapist and speech pathologist Beth Ann Ingrassia to the mom group chat! As a practicing speech language pathologist, Beth Ann was lightly exposed to the skills of infant and toddler feeding in some of her cases and training. Once becoming a mother herself and feeling the overwhelm of transition to solids, she threw herself into learning all she could about baby lead weaning through the solid starts methodology She quickly became her social circle’s “go-t...
Sep 05, 2023•51 min•Ep. 20
Nesting! Love it or hate it, it’s a necessary and often manic part of preparing for baby. This week, Whitney shares how she has been getting ready for baby Margot’s arrival. The moms talk nursery prep and decor, staying organized, hospital bags, and the difference between prepping for baby one vs. baby two. Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: Mom Group Chat | Facebook Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials: Instagram: @momgroupchat TikTok: @momgroupchat Que...
Aug 29, 2023•55 min•Ep. 19
Prioritizing friendships is a topic that comes up alot for mothers and this week the moms discuss specifically their friendships with people who don’t have kids. They speak about the challenges and the beauty of having friends in different life stages and how these friends can be the best at making you feel connected to your pre-mom life. They cover the importance of staying connected to people who make you feel good, taking girls trips, and the power of honest communiciation. Join the official ...
Aug 22, 2023•45 min•Ep. 18
In motherhood, it’s easy to fall into the rut of complaining. This week the moms take a step back and share their thoughts on what makes having babies and toddlers such a magical and rewarding time of life. Think of this episode as a gratitude journal in the format of a podcast. This is a glass half full type episode, and a few happy tears are shed. We hope you get the warm and fuzzies after listening and thinking about your own gorgeous babies and families! Join the official Mom Group Chat Face...
Aug 15, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Pregnancy Pact complete! There must be something in the water because this week the moms share the exciting news that Candace is pregnant with her second! The moms discuss the differences between their first and second pregnancies, gender disappointment, and ways to spark joy during pregnancy. So grab your fave mocktail and join the moms for the pregnancy pact round 2! Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: Mom Group Chat | Facebook Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on ou...
Aug 08, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 16
This week we welcome Julia Stern to the mom group chat. Julia is a functional strength coach, pre/postnatal certified trainer, and former professional dancer who has taught for some of the hottest fitness brands including Rumble Boxing and Obe fitness. After having her baby girl in 2020 amidst the pandemic, she’s shifted her focus and platform to prenatal and postnatal healing and mental health. We discuss identity and career dynamics as a mother, post partum anxiety, and self care. Most excitin...
Aug 01, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Today is an exciting day because one of the moms has a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 🎉 Tune in to hear the good news and all of the life updates surrounding the exciting news. Shannon and Candace also discuss their undying love for Taylor Swift and recap their experiences at The Eras Tour. PLUS, the moms announce that the Mom Group Chat Facebook Group is now live! Although today’s episode is a happy announcement, one of the moms also opens up about her experience with pregnancy loss and the anxiety that...
Jul 25, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Why doesn’t anyone tell you feeding your child is 80% of parenting? Or that your toddler is going to throw most of what you prepare on the ground? Or that the transition to solids can feel as overwhelming as giving birth itself? In this week's episode the moms lament the trials and tribulations of feeding the babes. Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials: Instagram: @momgroupchat TikTok: @momgroupchat Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at [email protected] o...
Jul 18, 2023•57 min
This week the moms share their birth stories. They hit the highs and lows of the day (or days!) they had their babies. They also cover how they prepared for birth, and what they did and didn’t use in their hospital bags. Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials: Instagram: @momgroupchat TikTok: @momgroupchat Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at [email protected]...
Jul 11, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 12
Cue Sound of Music… These are a few of our favorite things. Join the moms as they share some of their top tested and approved parenting gadgets and resources. Categories include must have items for baby, mom and feeding. The moms also share their fave books, mom-fluencers, and splurge and save items. Keep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials: Instagram: @momgroupchat TikTok: @momgroupchat Questions/comments/need to vent? Email us at [email protected]...
Jul 05, 2023•45 min•Ep. 11
