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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

Rest is Productive, Dry Needling, and Geodes

EP490. This week on The Mom Room, Renee gets real about the strange paradox of being completely exhausted but somehow still unable to relax. She chats about her Easter weekend plans and shares the wild way the date for Easter is actually decided (spoiler: it’s more complicated than you'd think). Hear about her recent physio appointment where Milo had a front-row seat to some intense dry needling in her hips—yes, he watched the whole thing. Renee also gives a peek into her jam-packed week ahead! ...

Apr 10, 202531 min

Roblox, Octomom, and the 'POV: You're a Child' Controversy

EP489. In this episode of The Mom Room, Renee takes us on a journey through a few hot topics that have been on her mind. First, she addresses the burning question: will Insufferable, her podcast with her sister, Liza, ever make a comeback? Listen in as she shares her thoughts and dreams on that. Next, Renee dives into her introduction to Roblox, giving her honest take on the game and whether or not she’s letting her son play. Then, Renee shares her reaction to the first episode of the Octomom do...

Apr 08, 202529 min

Outfit Drama, Easter Baskets, and My New Car

EP488. This week on the podcast, Renee is spilling all the tea on her outfit drama for the Summer House events that had her second-guessing her wardrobe choices. She’s walking us through the highs and lows of picking the perfect look and the stress that comes with curating an ensemble for a big event. Finally, Renee wraps up the episode by sharing all the reasons she’s head over heels for her new car! Get ready for a fun, relatable, and super entertaining episode! Grab your coffee, get comfy, an...

Apr 03, 202530 min

Dry Needling, Low Energy, and Romance Novels

EP487. In this episode of The Mom Room, Renee gives an update on her hip recovery journey and shares how amazing dry needling has been for her pain relief. She also opens up about her struggles with energy levels when she’s not taking the birth control pill, revealing just how much of an impact it has on her daily life. Renee dives into the details of her new favourite protein powder and explains how plant-based options were leaving her feeling bloated. Plus, she gives her honest review of the N...

Apr 01, 202534 min

A Relatable Story, Broken Hip, and Adolescence

EP486. In this episode of The Mom Room, Renee opens up with a hilarious and all-too-relatable story about bath time chaos that will have every mom nodding in agreement. She also dives into a clip from the Not Gonna Lie podcast where Kelly Clarkson urged schools to stop scheduling events during work hours, sharing her own experience with a similar frustration this week. On top of that, Renee talks about how she injured her hip and now feels like she’s officially entered her "old lady" phase. To w...

Mar 27, 202529 min

A Special Announcement - Introducing Friend Of with Renee Reina & Ariana Joy

In this special episode of The Mom Room Podcast, host Renee Reina is excited to share a major announcement with her listeners—she’s launching a brand new reality TV podcast called Friend Of! Joining Renee is her co-host Ariana Joy, and together, they take you behind the scenes of how their friendship and love for reality TV led to the creation of this exciting new show. Tune in as they share the story of how they met and give a fun recap of the Pillows and Beer event with Austen and Craig that t...

Mar 25, 202541 min

A Sore Tummy, Rene Waffle, and Book Slump

EP484. Renee pressed record and this is what came out! Wayfair — Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to wayfair.com right now! Branch Basics — TMR listeners get 15% off the Premium Starter Kit by using code MOMROOM at BranchBasics.com RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina TikTok: @thereneereina Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20, 202529 min

50 Random Questions with My Husband

EP483. 50 Random Questions with My Husband Wayfair — Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to wayfair.com right now! Branch Basics — TMR listeners get 15% off the Premium Starter Kit by using code MOMROOM at BranchBasics.com RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina TikTok: @thereneereina Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 18, 202536 minEp. 483

My New Routine, Pinterest Quotes, and Ruby Franke

EP482. Renee opens up about how she's been feeling since the passing of her dad. She shares the emotional ups and downs she's navigating and how it's shaping her new weekly routine. Renee also takes us through one of her Pinterest boards, diving into her favourite quotes! Later, she discusses the Ruby Franke documentary and shares the new book she started last night! Wayfair — Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to wayfair.com right now! Branch Basics — TMR listeners get 15% o...

Mar 13, 202541 minEp. 482

Friend Of, Love Is Blind Reunion, and London Fogs

EP481. In this exciting episode of The Mom Room, Renee finally spills the beans on the latest project she's been working on! She’s been keeping it under wraps, but now it’s time to share all the details. Tune in to hear her honest thoughts on the Love Is Blind reunion, with a spoiler alert: "Dave is a genius." Plus, Renee takes us through her upcoming trip to Vancouver, gives a sneak peek into her Disney-themed birthday party, and reveals her newest favourite hot beverage that’s quickly becoming...

Mar 11, 202532 minEp. 481

Surprises, More JellyCats, and Elsa's Eyeshadow

EP480. On today's episode, Renee teases an exciting secret announcement that's dropping this Friday—don't miss it! She also dives back into the world of JellyCats (yes, that topic is still going strong!), shares her thoughts on Elsa's fabulous eyeshadow, and spills the details on her upcoming March break plans. Tune in for all the fun, surprises, and a bit of mom realness! Wayfair — Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to wayfair.com right now! Branch Basics — TMR listeners get...

Mar 06, 202528 minEp. 480

The Pivot Year, Cross Fit 25.1, Love Is Blind, and The Oscars

EP479. Welcome to The *late* Mom Room – where Renee tackles life with a mix of humour, chaos, and not enough coffee. In this episode, she spills the beans on surviving the CrossFit Open 25.1 (spoiler: it wasn’t graceful), recaps Brianna Wiest’s book launch in Toronto (and plans to read The Pivot Year... ASAP), and she shares her unfiltered thoughts on the latest Love Is Blind drama and the Oscars. Oh, and don’t worry—she’s definitely sorry this episode is late... her brain is, well, not function...

Mar 04, 202544 minEp. 479

Love Is Blind, JellyCats vs. Beanie Babies, and a Lack of Motivation

EP478. In this episode of The Mom Room, Renee opens up about her recent struggles with motivation and the importance of being gentle with herself during the grieving process. She shares a hilarious story about her grandma’s extensive Beanie Baby collection, and why she’s convinced JellyCats are the superior plush toys. Plus, Renee dives into a Love is Blind recap with plenty of sass and her signature feisty commentary. Tune in for a mix of heartfelt honesty, laughs, and a whole lot of love! Wayf...

Feb 27, 202536 minEp. 478

Losing a Parent: My Experience with Grief & Healing

EP477. In this solo episode of The Mom Room, Renee opens up about her personal journey through grief after the recent loss of her Dad. She shares the emotional experience of MAID, and the overwhelming challenge of explaining the loss to her son. Renee also talks about the importance of self-care during such a difficult time and how she's been taking small steps to prioritize her mental and emotional health. With vulnerability and honesty, Renee reflects on her recent experiences and offers a hea...

Feb 25, 202537 minEp. 477

Part 2: Top Five Motherhood Struggles and What To Do About Them

EP476. In Part 2 of this episode of The Mom Room, host Renee Reina dives deep into the top struggles that moms with young children face and offers practical tips for tackling them. She gets real about the isolation that can come with motherhood and shares ways to stay connected with others, even when you’re overwhelmed. Plus, Renee opens up about the guilt moms often feel and offers a reminder to give yourself grace. Whether you're struggling with one or all of these challenges, this episode is ...

Feb 20, 202526 min

Part 1: Top Five Motherhood Struggles and What To Do About Them

EP475. In Part 1 of this episode of The Mom Room, host Renee Reina dives deep into the top struggles that moms with young children face and offers practical tips for tackling them. From dealing with sleep deprivation and time management chaos to managing physical and emotional exhaustion, Renee shares advice on how to survive the daily grind. Whether you're struggling with one or all of these challenges, this episode is filled with valuable advice, relatable moments, and a whole lot of encourage...

Feb 18, 202537 minEp. 475

Renovations, Dry Pedicures & Blockbuster Nostalgia

EP474. In this solo episode of The Mom Room, Renee gives us a peek into her latest home renovation projects and shares her exciting future plans for the house! From updating rooms to tackling new DIY challenges, Renee talks all about the work that’s gone into transforming her space. But it’s not all about home improvement—she dives into her current obsession with “dry feet” and breaks down the difference between a "dry pedicure" and a regular one. Plus, Renee opens up about why she’s put down *H...

Feb 13, 202529 minEp. 474

The Super Bowl, A Sleep Debate, Let Them Thoughts, and Adult Friendships

EP473. In this week’s episode of The Mom Room , Renee Reina is bringing you her unfiltered thoughts on everything from the Super Bowl to adult friendships. She kicks things off by sharing her take on this year's Super Bowl — spoiler alert, it just didn't have the pizzazz she was hoping for. From there, Renee dives into her latest obsession with sweet Lego finds (trust us, you’ll want to hear about these treasures). Next up, she tackles the ongoing debate in her household: should her husband come...

Feb 11, 202538 minEp. 473

Mom Guilt: My Current Struggles

EP472. Welcome to The Mom Room, where host Renee Reina opens up about the real, raw, and relatable side of motherhood. In this episode, Renee dives into her current struggles with mom guilt – from feeling like she’s falling short on reading enough to her son, to the pressure of not having him in organized sports yet. Renee is navigating the messy middle of motherhood, and she’s here to remind you that you’re not alone in feeling like you’re doing it all wrong… even when you're doing it right. Wa...

Feb 06, 202532 minEp. 472

Lisa A. Phillips: First Love and Navigating Teen Relationships

Ep471. To all our listeners with teenage kids, this one’s for you! In this episode, Renee speaks to Lisa A. Phillips, an expert in relationships and parenting, about guiding teens through their first romantic relationships. Lisa shares her personal experience as a parent and insights from her book, First Love, discussing everything from how social media shapes modern teen relationships to the importance of teaching communication and consent to how parents can navigate breakups and set boundaries...

Feb 04, 202559 minEp. 471

Sleep Deprivation, Disney Dreams & Award Show Nominations

In this solo episode, Renee Reina is running on pure caffeine (and maybe a bit of hope) after a 2:30am wake-up call from her son, who decided it was officially morning—because kids apparently don’t need sleep, right? Get ready for a funny and relatable story of how the middle of the night turned into the longest morning ever. Renee also takes us on a magical ride through her recent Disney trip—yes, you read that right, 14 adult women taking on the happiest place on earth! And if that wasn’t enou...

Jan 30, 202534 minEp. 470

Ashleigh Renard: Goodbye Perfectionism, Hello Swiftie-ism

EP 469. It’s been 2 years since Ashleigh was last on the show and almost 4 years since she self-published her wildly popular book, ‘Swing: A Memoir of Doing It All’, so there’s lots to catch up on! Ashleigh covers tons of ground and deep dives into her recent divorce, relating how it’s led to more personal growth than ever for her. They both discuss the complexities of motherhood, guilt around traditional roles, and the hard-fought self-permission to change—something Ashleigh embraced wholeheart...

Jan 28, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 469

The Perfect Weekend, Sourdough, and Pants That Don’t Fit

EP468. In this solo episode of The Mom Room, Renee Reina takes us through the highlights of her perfect weekend—filled with cozy vibes, homemade sourdough, and a little bit of self-reflection and Lego. She shares the reality and tediousness of her sourdough-making journey, the books she's been loving lately, and the surprising revelation that her pants STILL don’t fit! (Spoiler: she might just have to break down and buy bigger pants, and she’s totally not ashamed about it.) Tune in for relatable...

Jan 23, 202534 minEp. 468

Madison Barbosa: TikTok Rage, Monster-In-Laws and Pet Fish

EP467. In this episode of The Mom Room, Renee sits down with content creator and mother of two littles under 3, Madison Barbosa. Madison shares her motherhood journey with Renee, replete with a juicy Sex-In-The-City-esque story about how she met her hubby, as well as dealing with postpartum blues and the amazing community she discovered after sharing her story on TikTok. The two discuss full-time content creation, Madison’s viral mother-in-law posts, and about being on the very wrong side of Tik...

Jan 21, 20251 hr 5 minEp. 467

Living Better: Navigating Hormone Health, Period Problems, and Birth Control

EP466. In this solo episode of The Mom Room, host Renee Reina opens up about her personal journey with hormone health, sharing the challenges she’s faced with period problems, birth control, and the surprising symptoms that were linked to her hormones. From waking up in the middle of the night to battling insomnia and irritability, Renee reveals how these issues affected her daily life and led her to investigate the root cause. She dives into her experiences with the birth control pill, how it p...

Jan 16, 202529 minEp. 466

Living Better: Renee's Gut Health Journey and Colonoscopy Recap

EP465. In this episode of The Mom Room podcast, host Renee Reina opens up about her personal healthcare journey, focusing on her recent colonoscopy experience and digestion! She takes listeners through the evolution of her symptoms, starting from when they first appeared and the struggles she faced along the way. Renee shares the various approaches she’s tried over the years to alleviate her discomfort, offering valuable insights and tips for others going through similar challenges. As she looks...

Jan 14, 202552 minEp. 465

Part 2: Reflecting on 2024 to Set Powerful Goals for 2025

EP464. In this episode of The Mom Room, Renee continues her deep dive into Mel Robbins’ powerful 7-question reflection exercise, helping you set intentional goals for 2025. After exploring the first three questions in the previous episode, Renee now answers the final four, tackling topics like what to leave behind in 2024, how to prioritize joy, and where she wants to focus her energy in the coming year. This episode is all about closure, clarity, and getting clear on the intentions that will gu...

Jan 09, 202532 minEp. 464

Part 1: Reflecting on 2024 to Set Powerful Goals for 2025

EP463. Welcome to the very first episode of 2025! In this special episode of The Mom Room, host Renee kicks off the new year by diving deep into a powerful exercise she heard on The Mel Robbins Podcast. Mel challenged her listeners to reflect on their 2024 before setting goals for the upcoming year, and Renee is doing the same! In this episode, Renee takes you through the first three of Mel’s seven thought-provoking questions, offering personal insights and reflections on the past year. From exa...

Jan 07, 202549 minEp. 463

SOLO: Our Disney Cruise Recap & Your Questions Answered

EP462. Renee shares about her first experience on a cruise! She sailed for 3 nights on Disney's newest ship, The Treasure. She discusses the onboard amenities, entertainment options, dining options, and compares the Disney Cruise experience to a traditional all-inclusive resort vacation. With insights on family-friendly activities, dining, and the unique Disney touch, Renee emphasizes the joy of experiencing such a vacation with children. She concludes with recommendations for future Disney Crui...

Dec 19, 202445 minEp. 462

Revisit: A Chat About ADHD, with Psychiatrist, Dr. Melissa Shepard

EP461: This episode is a revisit! Lately, Renee has been getting lots of questions about ADHD since she started posting about taking her prescribed medication, with people wanting to know more about how ADHD presents in women, treatment options, and just general questions about diagnoses. In this revisit episode, Renee speaks with Dr. Melissa Shepard about all the above in a candid and engaging chat that keeps overall mental health and wellness at the forefront. DR. MELISSA SHEPARD Instagram: @d...

Dec 17, 202459 minEp. 461
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