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The Mom Room

Renee Reina & Podcast Nation
Welcome to The Mom Room, the ultimate podcast that makes motherhood a lot more fun and a lot less chaotic! Join Renee Reina, the brilliant mind behind the buzzworthy Instagram account @themomroom, as she dives into everything moms crave: juicy interviews, the latest pop culture gossip, parenting advice and news, game-changing products, and so much more. The Mom Room is a digital space where moms can gather and be honest about the highs and lows of motherhood. Whether you're looking to stay on top of current events, get the scoop on TV shows, or find your next great read, The Mom Room is your go-to spot for all things #MOMLIFE. Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday and get ready to laugh, learn, and feel totally seen—because you deserve a little entertainment in your life too!
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Episodes

Call Her Mommy: how to fight with your partner

EP190. Well, Renee has been sick in bed all day so, please enjoy this greatest hits solo episode about how to fight with your partner! RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 12, 202232 minEp. 190

EP189. Mom Chats with Akilah & June

EP189. Introducing random mom chats where Renee sits down for a random 30 minute chat with YOU, the listeners. In this episode, Renee and Akilah discuss the Kim Kardashian controversy and, Renee and June discuss why it's so hard to maintain friendships in motherhood... why don't we have anything to talk about except kids!!? RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community Youtube: Renee Reina- The Mom Room Podcast AKILAH Instagram...

May 10, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 189

Call Her Mommy: confused about having another baby... GASP!

EP188. Renee word vomits for 20 minutes about her on-going (secret) dilemma that she ruminates about daily. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community SPONSORS PureHealth. Coterie. Betterhelp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 05, 202229 minEp. 188

EP187. Toxic Positivity, with Author and Psychotherapist, Whitney Goodman

EP187. Psychotherapist and author of "Toxic Positivity", Whitney Goodman, tells us why it is so important to acknowledge not only happiness, but all emotions that make up the experience of being human. Renee shares some toxic comments she has received online and gets Whitney's take on why they’re harmful and rooted in toxic positivity. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community Youtube: Renee Reina- The Mom Room Podcast WHIT...

May 03, 202244 minEp. 187

Call Her Mommy: getting annoyed at your partner when your child has a meltdown

EP186. Do you ever get annoyed when your child has a meltdown with your partner? You feel like it's your partner's fault because they didn't handle the situation the way you would have? Renee tells a tale about this. Also, she talks sh*t about The Ultimatum and can't wait for season 2. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community SPONSORS Dipsea. Dooney & Bourke. Fit On. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Apr 28, 202241 minEp. 186

EP185. Body Safety and Helping Kids Set Healthy Boundaries, with Kimberly King

EP185. Kimberly King is an award-winning author, teacher, and authority on the subject of sexual abuse prevention. In this episode she tells us how we can: help children identify their feelings; teach consent to our children; identify and prevent grooming; properly screen child care providers, and; recognize online risks. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community KIMBERLY KING Instagram: @toughtopicsmom Website: Kimberly Ki...

Apr 26, 202254 minEp. 185

Call Her Mommy: my toddler made me cry

EP184. Renee tells the tale of the ultimate meltdown and how Milo made her cry. Also, after a long visit, Renee's in-laws have left and she chats about the pros and cons of having family stay over. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community SPONSORS Dipsea. Dooney & Bourke. Fit On. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 21, 202231 minEp. 184

EP183. Division Of Labor In The Household, with Laura Danger

EP183. Certified Fair Play facilitator, Laura Danger and Renee talk about the division of labor in the household, invisible labor, why you need to value your time and rest more, and her famous TikTok quote about "mediocre men". They bring to light the importance of equal rest for both partners and how developing a system of "Fair Play" can really enhance your relationship. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community LAURA DAN...

Apr 19, 202256 minEp. 183

Call Her Mommy: The Default Parent Part 2

EP182. Part two of all things default parent. Why someone becomes the default parent? Is it anyone's fault? How to change the default parent dynamic in your family. Why don't people seem to grasp this concept? Renee breaks down some of the most common comments she receives on her default parent/stay at home parent content. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community SPONSORS Little Passports. Dooney & Bourke. Betterhelp. ...

Apr 14, 202230 minEp. 182

EP181. Trauma, Shame, and Stress in Children, with Psychologist, Dr. Chuck Geddes

EP181. Dr. Chuck Geddes is the founder of Complex Trauma Resources and author of Children and Complex Trauma. In this episode, Dr. Geddes explains; the difference between trauma and complex trauma; how trauma impacts the developing brain of a child; what a shame-based identity is; why highly sensitive response systems can be made worse by attachment disruptions, and; how we can calm the stress response system in children and better connect with them. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @...

Apr 12, 202257 minEp. 181

Call Her Mommy: The Default Parent Part I

EP180. This is where the conversation about being the default parent started. Renee is re-sharing her very first episode about this topic. She talks about when she started to notice she was the default parent, why it was so difficult, and how she and her husband managed this issue throughout quarantine. Next week Renee is going to give an update about the default parent topic - don't miss it. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook...

Apr 07, 202237 minEp. 180

EP179. Coughs, Fevers, Vitamins and More! with Dr. Beachgem

EP179. TikTok's favourite pediatric emergency physician, Dr. Beachgem, breaks down all our burning questions about our children's health! She tells us how to best ease cold symptoms, what the most common childhood injuries are, why kids get fevers all the time, and more! RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community DR. BEACHGEM Instagram: @dr.beachgem10 TikTok: @beachgem10 Facebook: @drbeachgem10 SPONSORS Little Passports. Dip...

Apr 05, 202254 minEp. 179

Call Her Mommy: celebrities, TomTom, and catfish hotels

EP178. Think of this episode as an audio version of a travel diary. Renee chats about her LA experience (Aziz Ansari, Chris Rock, TomTom, smoothie bowls, etc.) & her disappointing Palm Springs experience (catfish hotel, sore throats, and a chaotic airport). RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community SPONSORS Little Passports. Dooney & Bourke. Betterhelp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 31, 202238 minEp. 178

EP177. Adventurous Eating, Meal Prep, and Diet Culture, with Noelle Martin

EP177. Noelle tells us how to promote adventurous eating in our children, the ultimate secret to easy meal prep, and how to foster a healthy relationship with food while also battling diet culture. Feeding kids can be tough, so have a listen, Noelle is here to help! RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community NOELLE MARTIN Instagram: @motherhoodandmeals | @nourished.beginnings.kids | @nourished.beginnings.pregnancy Website: w...

Mar 29, 202258 minEp. 177

Call Her Mommy: The week before Hollywood

EP176. Renee has touched down in LA (hopefully) and tells us about the shit show that occurred the week before. Milo was sick. Cancelled appointments & shopping with Charly Goss! Renee is now a stylish person she shares what she learned from Charly! It's a good one! RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community SPONSORS Little Passports. Dipsea. Dooney & Bourke. Betterhelp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Mar 24, 202233 minEp. 176

EP175. Anxiety, Stress, and Social Media, with Dr. Melanie McNally

EP175. Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Melanie McNally, joins Renee to talk about mental health, anxiety, social media, and how to better communicate with your teen. She tells us how parents can help teens cope and manage anxiety as well as the effects social media can have on their mental health and well being. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community DR. MELANIE MCNALLY Instagram: @drmelaniemcnally TikTok: @drmelaniemcnally W...

Mar 22, 202254 minEp. 175

Call Her Mommy: Botox & filler, preparing for LA, and the Kim Kardashian controversy

EP174. Renee shares her experience with botox & filler. Why she gets it, how much it costs, who does it, is it painful? A Saturday morning rant about bedding (you know you're 37 when...). Her trip to LA is coming quick and she's scrambling to prepare. WTF do people wear in LA? Will she be doing a podcast interview in person with someone!? Ahhhhh. Renee also discusses Tom and Katie splitting, and the Kim Kardashian controversy. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom ...

Mar 17, 202234 minEp. 174

EP173. Motherhood, Major Life Transitions, and Modern Families, with Linda Fruits

EP173. Linda Fruits, of Fruits of Motherhood, chats with Renee about her transition to motherhood, mom guilt, and the amazing story of how TikTok knew she was interested in women before she did! It's a great conversation that includes advice for other moms who may be wanting to undergo a major life transition. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community LINDA FRUITS Instagram: @fruitsofmotherhood TikTok: @fruitsofmotherhood T...

Mar 15, 202258 minEp. 173

Call Her Mommy: A birthday gift to myself and our trip up north

EP172. Renee & Milo head North to visit family. Renee splurges on something very random as a birthday gift to herself and she discusses why she thinks she doesn't feel the mental load burden when she stays at her parents house. She also shares one of her favourite quotes, and Liza tells us a cautionary tale about ordering UFC fights on HBO. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community SPONSORS Magic Mind. Dipsea. Dooney &a...

Mar 10, 202234 minEp. 172

EP171. Is Gentle Parenting Privileged Parenting? With Mr. Chazz

EP171. Why do we get defensive when we hear the word privileged? Renee and Chazz discuss the heated TikTok debate of whether gentle parenting is privileged parenting. This is a great conversation every parent needs to hear! RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community MR. CHAZZ Instagram: @mrchazz TikTok: @mrchazzmrchazz Podcast: Mr. Chazz's Leadership, Parenting and Teaching Podcast Facebook: Mr. Chazz Mr. Chazz SPONSORS Magi...

Mar 08, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 171

EP170. Parent's Night Out feat. Periods, Protests, and Police

EP170. Have a seat and grab a coffee. Renee is going to tell the story of her date night away with her husband. Expect the unexpected: period blood, protests, and sleeping on the couch. She also reviews Euphoria and Inventing Anna, discusses the mental load of planning activities, why she feels uncomfortable saying penis in the podcast, and reviews Atlas of The Heart for the book club! RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Commun...

Mar 03, 202253 minEp. 170

EP169. Momtourage x The Mom Room

EP169. Ashley and Keri are the hilarious hosts of the Momtourage Podcast. In this episode the ladies cover everything from pandemic parenting to celebrity encounters. Renee asks them some rapid fire questions at the end. Who do you think their childhood crushes were? RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community MOMTOURAGE PODCAST Instagram: @momtouragepodcast TikTok: @momtouragepodcast Website: www.momtouragepodcast.com SPONSO...

Mar 01, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 169

EP168. New Pod Who Dis?

EP168. Welcome to the very first new format solo episode! Renee shares thoughts, stories, and random thoughts throughout her week and, she chats about why she thinks she is the default parent. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community SPONSORS Little Passports. Healthy Cell. Dipsea. Dooney & Bourke. Better Help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 24, 202243 minEp. 168

EP167. Amelie's Incredible Story, with Child Safety Advocate, Leslie Bangamba

EP167. Leslie shares her daughters story with us. Amelie was 18 months old when she swallowed a button battery. Her story is incredible and you will never look at a battery the same way again. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community LESLIE BANGAMBA Instagram: @lesliebangamba Website: www.lesliebangamba.com TikTok: @lesliebangamba SPONSORS Little Passports. Healthy Cell. Dipsea. Dooney & Bourke. Better Help. Learn more...

Feb 22, 202255 minEp. 167

EP166. Bed Time Battles - Why It's Such a Trigger for Many Parents

EP166. A bedtime battle is one of the biggest triggers for Renee. In this episode she shares why that is. She explains how she manages a battle on a good day and tells a HILARIOUS story about how she handled it on a bad day. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community SPONSORS Magic Mind. The Adventures of Cairo by Wondery. Organifi. Once Upon a Farm. Dooney & Bourke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Feb 17, 202227 minEp. 166

EP165. Patriarchy and Parenting, with Your Parenting Mojo Host, Jen Lumanlan

EP165. Jen is the creator behind Your Parenting Mojo. In this episode she tells us about the intersection of social justice (capitalism, patriarchy, and white supremacy) and parenting. Why are we so triggered or flooded by our children's behaviours? Renee sheds a tear in this one! RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community JEN LUMANLAN Instagram: @yourparentingmojo Podcast: Your Parenting Mojo Website: www.yourparentingmojo....

Feb 15, 202249 minEp. 165

EP164. Operation Beat Constipation

EP164. Renee has never had perfect digestion but, after being so constipated and uncomfortable a couple weeks ago, she had made major changes to her diet, supplements, physical activity, and even how she sits on the toilet! Tune in and take some notes if you want to be a better "pooper"! Renee also gives a review of The Woman Across the Street.... it's a hilarious review because she literally watched it thinking it was an actual psychological thriller. She was concerned for Kristen Bell. RENEE R...

Feb 10, 202230 minEp. 164

EP163. How Moms Shape the World, with The Three Mothers Author, Anna Malaika Tubbs

EP163. Anna Malaika Tubbs and Renee chat about the treatment of mothers in our society today and why change is needed. Anna talks about the maternal health crisis in the United States, the lack of support in the postpartum period, and she tells us about her New York Times bestselling book, The Three Mothers. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community ANNA MALAIKA TUBBS Instagram: @annastea_honesty Website: annamalaikatubbs.c...

Feb 08, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 163

EP162. Mom Guilt & Partner Guilt

EP162. We've all heard of mom guilt but, have you heard of partner guilt? Probably not because we think Renee made it up. It's a thing! Renee explains what both the guilts are in this episode and why they suck. She'll also tell you how she tries to combat them. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community SPONSORS Once Upon A Farm. Enjoy an additional 30% off your first subscription order! Use code MOM at OnceUponaFarmOrganics...

Feb 03, 202229 minEp. 162

EP161. One and Done with Only You Podcast Host, Jess Myhre

EP161. Jess Myhre from the Only You Podcast and Renee chat about the stereotypes that families with only one child face, the choice to have one or no children, and the glorification of having many children. They also have a discussion about the infamous Meghan Markle comment. Is having one or no children selfish? Renee and Jess break it all down. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community JESS MYHRE Instagram: @onlyyoupodcas...

Feb 01, 202258 minEp. 161
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