The Lumpy Mother

Natalie Mills & Sarah Stark•lumpymother.captivate.fm

The Lumpy Mother is an unapologetically parent-centered podcast that focuses on how parents can show up better for their kids by prioritizing showing up for themselves. The way the show works is each week Natalie and Sarah share a yes, a no, and a hello about their respective parenting journeys or, in other words, they share something good, something bad, and something random. Topics range from coping strategies that help you regulate your emotions during a day of nonstop toddler meltdowns to how many teeth you can expect to lose after pregnancy.

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Episodes

Episode 6 - Antiracist Educators and Negative Self Talk

Sarah and Natalie talk about impactful antiracist educators, the importance of date nights, how to disrupt the negative self talk that fills our heads, and more in this episode of The Lumpy Mother. Resources mentioned this week include Instagram pages @evolvedteacher, @firstname.basis, @drbeckyathome, and @biglittlefeelings; plus TikTok account @brian_fretwell and the book “What To Say When You Talk To Yourself” by Shad Helmstetter. You can follow Lumpy Mother on Facebook and Instagram @lumpymot...

Feb 23, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 6

Episode 5 - Perfectionism and Public Restrooms

Natalie and Sarah talk about how damaging perfectionism can be, using public restrooms with small children, celebrating the Korean holiday Seollal, and more in this episode of The Lumpy Mother! Resources mentioned this week include the book Daring Greatly by Brene Brown and Jeff King on TikTok @jkvaluaddr. You can follow Lumpy Mother on Facebook and Instagram @lumpymotherpodcast, on Twitter @lumpymotherpod1, and on TikTok @lumpymotherpodcast. We want to hear from you! Email us at lumpymotherpodc...

Feb 16, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 5

Episode 4 - Sleep Deprivation and Mom Instincts

Sarah and Natalie talk about sleep deprivation, trusting your parental instincts, new fashion trends they are absolutely bitter about, and more in this episode of The Lumpy Mother. Resources mentioned this week include the Instagram account @drbeckyathome and the podcast Sleep With Me. You can follow Lumpy Mother on Facebook and Instagram @lumpymotherpodcast and on Twitter @lumpymotherpod1. We want to hear from you! Email us at lumpymotherpodcast@gmail.com with your yes, no's and hello's, or any...

Feb 09, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 4

Episode 3 - Folding Socks and Garbage Chores

Natalie and Sarah talk through their big and small New Year’s Resolutions, why mornings are the worst, redefining success when you’re a stay at home parent, and more in this episode of The Lumpy Mother! Resources mentioned this week include the Instagram account @coachingwithkelsey You can follow Lumpy Mother on Facebook and Instagram @lumpymotherpodcast and on Twitter @lumpymotherpod1. We want to hear from you! Email us at lumpymotherpodcast@gmail.com with your yes’, no’s, and hello’s, or anyth...

Feb 02, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 3

Episode 2- Zip Ties and Sleepwalkers

Sarah and Natalie talk about about coping strategies you can use to help you stay calm while your toddler has meltdown after meltdown, survival skills, what happens when your kids sleepwalk, and more in this episode! Resources mentioned this week include: -Survival strategies by @dutchintheusa -Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, found on instagram @dr.tracyd and on the podcast “I am not your shrink” You can also learn more about Dr. Tracy Dalgleish by visiting her website: https://drtracyd.com -TikTok account...

Jan 26, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 2

Episode 1 - Alligator Spins and Poopoo Bubbles

Natalie and Sarah talk about bad advice for new moms, how to handle it when kids choose a favorite parent, and whether or not our kids (or us) will ever grow out of potty humor. Resources mentioned this week include the Instagram accounts: @drbeckyathome, @biglittlefeelings, @ourmamavillage. You can follow Lumpy Mother on Facebook and Instagram @lumpymotherpodcast or Twitter @Lumpymotherpod1. We want to hear from you! Email us at lumpymotherpodcast@gmail.com with your yes, no's and hello's, or a...

Jan 26, 2021•48 min•Ep. 1

Introducing: The Lumpy Mother

Meet Natalie and Sarah, two best friends, moms, and the hosts of The Lumpy Mother, a podcast about the joys and terrors of motherhood. Join them every Tuesday as they laugh about the hiccups that come with parenting, encourage each other through the moments that make them want to hide away, and talk through exactly what it means to be a Lumpy Mother.

Jan 15, 2021•3 min

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