EP73. Jancee is a New York Times best selling author. Her book How Not To Hate Your Husband After Kids is wildly popular among moms (for obvious reasons) and is a must-read! Jancee and Renee chat about maternal gatekeeping, marriage after kids, mom guilt, couples therapy, and so much more! This episode is supported by The Latte Co. Visit thelatteco.com and use code THEMOMROOM10 to get 10% off + free shipping on your first order! ***no limit on the max value/not valid for subscriptions*** To join...
Mar 19, 2021•57 min•Ep. 73
EP72. Renee and Jessi chat about their children's Toy Story obsession, their childhood crushes, mom culture on social media, and so much more! This is a hilarious conversation you don't want to miss. Mentioned in this episode: NMWD episode: Are the Backstreet Boys and Hanson cancelled? This episode is supported by GrowCo Postpartum Rehab. Follow GrowCo (@growco.rehab) on Instagram! Click HERE to get $100 off your membership! To join The Mom Room Facebook Community, click HERE. To connect with Re...
Mar 16, 2021•52 min•Ep. 72
HOT TOPIC: Renee chats with sleep expert, Amanda Jewson (@babysbestsleep) about transitioning toddlers from a crib to a bed. When to do it? What safety precautions should be taken? What you can expect. How to set boundaries. And, more! Visit Amanda's website: Baby's Best Sleep To join The Mom Room Facebook Community, click HERE. To connect with Renee Reina, click HERE. To visit Renee's blog, click HERE. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on TikTok. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on Instagram...
Mar 15, 2021•38 min
EP71. Renee chats with Marlie about her journey from the corporate world to the health, fitness, and social media world. She tells us how she stays organized, how her work week has changed over this past year, and how she's preparing for baby #2! Resources mentioned in this podcast: Mom Truths by Cat and Nat WonderWeeks App Kale and Krunches This episode is supported by The Latte Co. Visit thelatteco.com and use code THEMOMROOM10 to get 10% off + free shipping on your first order! ***no limit on...
Mar 12, 2021•53 min•Ep. 71
EP70. Renee is answering listener questions that were sent in on Instagram (@the.mom.room)! Topics include in-laws, anxiety medication, podcasting, and more! This episode is supported by Puddles and Play. Professionally crafted children's toys made by local small businesses. Visit puddlesandplay.ca and use the code THEMOMROOM to get 15% off your order! This episode is supported by GrowCo Postpartum Rehab. Follow GrowCo (@growco.rehab) on Instagram! Click HERE to get $100 off your membership! To ...
Mar 09, 2021•35 min•Ep. 70
EP69. The Psyched About Kids philosophy is based on a heart-centred approach to parenting and uses strategies from the latest brain science research. Joanna and Lara's mission is to promote healthy child development by making brain science accessible and practical. In this episode they tell us about the science behind emotional regulation, parental empathy, and why we should not fear the tantrum! This episode is supported by The Latte Co. Visit thelatteco.com and use code THEMOMROOM10 to get 10%...
Mar 05, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 69
EP68. After a hellish week of resisting bedtime, Renee explains what went down. In the past, sleep struggles have rarely lasted more than a few nights. When it started to happen consistently every nights, Renee and her husband had to change their plan of action. And also, on night #6, Renee had a bit of a breakdown. This episode is supported by GrowCo Postpartum Rehab. Follow GrowCo (@growco.rehab) on Instagram! Click HERE to get $100 off your membership! To join The Mom Room Facebook Community,...
Mar 02, 2021•36 min•Ep. 68
EP67. You guys voted on what you wanted Dr. Tracy to talk about and resentment and rebuilding the connection with your partner won by a landslide! Dr. Tracy tells us what leads to resentment, how to shift from blaming your partner to identifying how you are contributing to the situation, how to communicate, and so much more! This episode is jam-packed with valuable information and tips you can implement in your own relationship. Grab a piece of paper and a pen and take some notes! This episode i...
Feb 26, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 67
EP66. A podcast topic by popular demand! Renee wrote about this topic in an Instagram post and it was very well received. We are so quick to compare ourselves to other moms, evaluate other moms, and judge other moms but, we fail to consider variables before we do so. Send this one to your best mom friend. This episode is supported by GrowCo Postpartum Rehab. Follow GrowCo (@growco.rehab) on Instagram! Click HERE to get $100 off your membership! To join The Mom Room Facebook Community, click HERE...
Feb 23, 2021•33 min•Ep. 66
EP65. Liesel (@mommy.labornurse) tells us about her birth experiences, how and why she started Mommy Labor Nurse, and sets the record straight about some of the most common pregnancy, labor and delivery, and postpartum myths! This episode is supported by The Latte Co. Visit thelatteco.com and use code THEMOMROOM10 to get 10% off + free shipping on your first order! ***no limit on the max value/not valid for subscriptions*** To join The Mom Room Facebook Community, click HERE. To connect with Ren...
Feb 19, 2021•57 min•Ep. 65
After reading some of the ignorant comments on her recent TikToks about her son returning to daycare, Renee realized there is a huge misconception about daycare. These comments and her video replies sparked a huge debate in her TikTok comments section. In this episode Renee sets the record straight when it comes to mom shaming and daycare. She delves into why some moms shame and judge other moms. And, after telling her family's daycare experience, she stresses the fact that a good childcare cent...
Feb 16, 2021•50 min
EP63. Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Laura Petix, tells us what Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is, the difference between SPD and a sensory quirk, why a proper assessment is so important, and what parents can do if they suspect their child is sensory sensitive or a sensory seeker. Resources mentioned in this episode: Natasha Daniels - @atparentingsurvival Star Institute - www.spdstar.org The Out of Sync Child - by: Carol Kranowitz This episode is supported by The Latte Co. Visit thelatteco...
Feb 12, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 63
Book Club Episode: Renee and Jen chat about How Not To Hate Your Husband After Kids by Jancee Dunn. They cover some of their favourite topics including; the title of the book, maternal gatekeeping, communication, and so much more! To join The Mom Room Book Club, click HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 10, 2021•40 min
EP62. Renee answers the question "how do you do it all?" Specifically, she explains how she doesn't do it all and why she hates the saying "women can have it all!" Topics include social media, sleep, quality time with her husband, and more! This episode is supported by Hello Bello. Visit hellobello.ca or hellobello.com and use code THEMOMROOM to get 25% off your first diaper bundle! Co-founded by Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard, Hello Bello is built on the simple idea that all babies deserve the be...
Feb 09, 2021•31 min•Ep. 62
EP61. Potty training expert, Jamie Glowacki, tells us when we should potty train, how to make the transition to daycare easier, whether boys are really more difficult to train, and what the blocks of her potty training method are. Who knew a conversation about potty training could be so entertaining. This episode is supported by The Latte Co. Visit thelatteco.com and use code THEMOMROOM10 to get 10% off + free shipping on your first order! ***no limit on the max value/not valid for subscriptions...
Feb 05, 2021•54 min•Ep. 61
EP60. Renee dives into an article she found online (linked below) that describes how to communicate your needs to your partner. She goes over four steps to guide the conversation and gives examples from her own relationship. Article: How To Communicate Your Needs In A Relationship by: Brett & Kate McKay This episode is supported by Hello Bello. Visit hellobello.ca or hellobello.com and use code THEMOMROOM to get 25% off your first diaper bundle! Co-founded by Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard, He...
Feb 02, 2021•26 min•Ep. 60
EP59. Whether you have given birth recently, or a few years ago, this episode is full of information that you need to know. Kate takes us through the five steps to comfortably returning to sex after giving birth. Instagram accounts dedicated to pelvic health: @vaginacoach @theladypartspt @mypelvicfloormuscles @the.vagina.whisperer @holistichealthphysio @pelvicguru1 @kegelreleasecurve NETFLIX: The GOOP Lab Episode 3 - Sex and Female Pleasure. This episode is supported by The Latte Co. Visit thela...
Jan 29, 2021•53 min•Ep. 59
EP58. Who knew a TikTok about making french toast and re-potting some plants would garner so much attention and judgement!? Renee did! She chats with her friend Cathy about the nasty comments and the toxic culture that exists amongst some women that leads to all the "well, at least your husband..." nonsense. This episode is supported by Hello Bello. Visit hellobello.ca and use code THEMOMROOM to get 25% off your first diaper bundle! Co-founded by Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard, Hello Bello is buil...
Jan 26, 2021•36 min•Ep. 58
EP57. Renee chats with Erica Fraser, the creator of Mom Break, about motherhood, marriage, postpartum depression, and more! This episode is supported by The Latte Co. Visit thelatteco.com and use code THEMOMROOM10 to get 10% off + free shipping on your first order! ***no limit on the max value/not valid for subscriptions*** This episode is supported by GrowCo Postpartum Rehab. Click HERE to get $100 off your membership! To join The Mom Room Facebook Community, click HERE. To connect with Renee R...
Jan 22, 2021•54 min•Ep. 57
EP56. Renee chats about the four things Dr's Julie and John Gottman consider to be lethal in a relationship. Resources mentioned in this episode: The Gottman Institute: Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling (written by Ellie Lisitsa) The Gottman Institute: The Antidotes (written by Ellie Lisitsa) How Not To Hate Your Husband After Kids by Jancee Dunn This episode is supported by Hello Bello. Visit hellobello.ca and use code THEMOMROOM to get 25% off your first diaper bundle! Co-fo...
Jan 19, 2021•33 min•Ep. 56
EP55. Renee, Shane, and Alexandra sit down for a hilarious conversation about marriage, babies, date nights, and reality TV! Grab yourself a beverage and settle in for a laugh. To join The Mom Room Facebook Community, click HERE. To connect with Renee Reina, click HERE. To visit Renee's blog, click HERE. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on TikTok. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on Instagram. To visit The Mom Room podcast website, click HERE. Follow This Family Tree (@thisfamilytree) on Ins...
Jan 15, 2021•59 min•Ep. 55
EP54. Renee answers listener questions about sleep regressions, post-covid plans, and her 2021 goals. Sleep Episodes: EP37. A Different Perspective on Sleep and Your Baby, with Angela Bueno EP16. The Sleep Episode, with Amanda Jewson aka The Sleep Queen To join The Mom Room Facebook Community, click HERE. To connect with Renee Reina, click HERE. To visit Renee's blog, click HERE. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on TikTok. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on Instagram. To visit The Mom Room ...
Jan 12, 2021•33 min•Ep. 54
EP53. Dr. Brodersen explains to us why fostering bodily autonomy in children is important, how to do it, and what not to do. The second half of the conversation is focused on body safety. She shares some eye opening statistics regarding childhood sexual abuse, and provides information about how to approach body safety with your children and how to set appropriate boundaries. Trigger warning: The second half of this episode includes a conversation about childhood sexual abuse. ***For parent/guard...
Jan 08, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 53
EP52. Renee and her husband started potty training their toddler on Dec 31st. Happy New Year to them! In this episode Renee takes you through their potty training methods, what has worked, what hasn't worked, the ups, downs, and the chaos. To join The Mom Room Facebook Community, click HERE. To connect with Renee Reina, click HERE. To visit Renee's blog, click HERE. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on TikTok. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on Instagram. To visit The Mom Room podcast websit...
Jan 05, 2021•32 min•Ep. 52
Book Club Episode: Renee and Jen chat about F*cked at 40 by Tova Leigh. They cover some of their favourite topics from the book including; asking for help, marriage after kids, body shame, missing your selfish days, and so much more! To join The Mom Room Book Club, click HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 03, 2021•56 min
EP51. Renee and her husband sat down to discuss some hot topics in pediatric urology. This episode is a must listen. Topics covered include circumcision, UTIs, testicular torsion, bed wetting, and more!! To join The Mom Room Facebook Community, click HERE. To connect with Renee Reina, click HERE. To visit Renee's blog, click HERE. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on TikTok. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on Instagram. To visit The Mom Room podcast website, click HERE. Learn more about your...
Jan 01, 2021•52 min•Ep. 51
EP50. Many moms with young children consider a bubble bath or going shopping solo, a form of self-care. After posting about her self-care day that consisted of blow-drying her hair and going to Walmart alone while listening to a podcast, Renee received some comments asking why basic hygiene is considered self-care for moms. Renee describes what she considers self-care, what the definition of self-care is, and why we shouldn't feel bad about our self-care choices. --------------------------------...
Dec 29, 2020•26 min•Ep. 50
EP49. KC Davis is the author of How To Keep House While Drowning, and a TikTok star! Her messages regarding care tasks and mental health have resonated with so many moms over the course of the pandemic. The two chat about the six pillars of struggle care, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by GrowCo postnatal rehab. Growco supports mothers in their healing through doctor-designed and led postnatal fitness. The online community features 50+ workouts streaming 24/7, weekly live worko...
Dec 25, 2020•57 min•Ep. 49
EP48. Renee shares her family's holiday lockdown plans and new years resolution! The Matthew McConaughey impersonation is just a bonus. Enjoy! ___________________________________________________________________ To join The Mom Room Facebook Community, click HERE. To connect with Renee Reina, click HERE. To visit Renee's blog, click HERE. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on TikTok. Follow Renee Reina (@the.mom.room) on Instagram. To visit The Mom Room podcast website, click HERE. Learn more abo...
Dec 22, 2020•28 min•Ep. 48
Book Club Episode: Renee and Jen chat about Didn't See That Coming by Rachel Hollis. After announcing this book as our November pick, we quickly came to realize that Rachel Hollis is very polarizing person (people either love her or hate her, and very few are neutral). We discuss the main reasons why people dislike her (involvement in MLMs, toxic positively, etc.) and we share our honest thoughts about the book. To join The Mom Room Book Club, click HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Dec 21, 2020•50 min
