Mom Brain

Alexandra Sacks M.D. is a renowned Reproductive Psychiatrist and the leading expert on “matrescence,” the developmental transition into motherhood. She's the co-author of  What No One Tells You: A Guide to Your Emotions From Pregnancy to Motherhood and the host of the Motherhood Sessions podcast. Together Hilaria, Daphne and Dr. Sacks discuss the realities of transitioning into motherhood and how it's completely normal (and expected) for every mom to be unprepared for the emotional and physical changes that take place as they become first time mommys. They delve into the natural insecurities, fears and challenges this new stage of life brings for every mother as they step into this new roll, and how there is a whole period of growth and learning that must happen, much like adolescence for young teens. If you feel you're suffering from postpartum depression and need help visit https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/help-for-moms/ or call 1.800.944.4773 Favorite Things: Dr. Sacks: Lavender Oil Hilaria: The Prophet by Khalil Gibran Daphne: Inno Gear 500 ML Aroma Therapy Essential Oil Diffuser Cool Mist Humidifier and Young Living Essential Oils ImmuPower and Thieves Email us with your questions at mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on our new YouTube channel! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If your kids have had head lice, you know the tough task that is the process of removing them. If you have yet to experience this right of passage as a parent, then this is the episode for you! Hilaria & Daphne are joined by Maria Botham, President and founder of Hair Fairies a chain of clinical salons dedicated to the removal of head lice. Hair Fairies features a range of natural, non-toxic products that treat and remove head lice. Maria has been ridding kids of lice for 20 years and she helps Hilaria & Daphne comb through the myths to pull out the facts (pun intended) and clear the misconceptions. Don't panic, Mom Brain has you covered! Founded in 1999 Hair Fairies have locations in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, New York City, Fairfield, Burlingame, Seattle, Portland, Dallas, Chicago, and Atlanta. If you don't have one near you don't fret, you can get any of their products online at HairFairies.com and listeners of Mom Brain get 10% of all products purchased online with the promo code: mombrain. Favorite Things: Daphne: Odacité Skincare Pa+G Hyperpigmentation Papaya Geranium Serum Concentrate and Odacité Skincare An Autumn On The World 15% Vitamin C Serum Hilaria: Gal Pal Original Deodorant Remover Email us with your questions at mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on our new YouTube channel! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kate Northrup is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and mother of two. She hosts the Kate & Mike Show podcast with her husband and founded the Origin™ Collective, a monthly membership site where women all over the world gather to achieve more while doing less. With all of that she somehow found the time to write numerous books and her new one Do Less: A Revolutionary Approach to Time and Energy Management for Busy Moms is out now. She tells us how to accomplish more by doing less. Hilaria, Daphne and Kate got pretty deep into the data about how women's bodies work during their menstrual cycle. How there are certain times during that cycle that foster creativity, planning and efficiency, and certain times are meant for rest and recuperation. Plus, that it's ok not to constantly be doing and it's unnatural to do it all. Get ready to get all woo woo with us on this one. We're talking cycles, seasons and plenty of other methods of achieving more by listening to your body. Favorite Things: Books mentioned by Kate: WomanCode: Perfect Your Cycle, Amplify Your Fertility, Supercharge Your Sex Drive, and Become a Power Source by Alisa Vitti The Female Mind by Louann Brizendine Pleasure Activism by Adrienne Maree Brown Hilaria: Tuleste Earrings Daphne: Alison Lou Jelly Hoops Earrings Email us with your questions at mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on our new YouTube channel! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cat & Nat are childhood best friends with 7 kids between them. They're on this motherhood journey together, and they've created an amazing community for women to be a part of the ride in #MomTruths. They are all about supporting moms everywhere through their brand. Together Hilaria, Daphne, Cat & Nat let loose and talk about the more taboo topics of being a mom, and share everything moms think, but are too afraid to talk about. They cover the crazy left field questions from kids about death and heaven, plus the rollercoaster ride of emotions that tweens go through, the special bond between mom friends, loving your success without mom guilt, and so much more! Plus, things we can't mention here that are meant for grown ups. Catch their shenanigans live on the #MomTruths tour and pick up their latest book Mom Truths: Embarrassing Stories and Brutally Honest Advice on the Extremely Real Struggle of Motherhood. Favorite Things: Cat: Charlotte Tillbury MULTI MIRACLE GLOW MASK Nat: Third Love Bra and Vintner's Daughter Botanical Facial Oil Hilaria: World Wildlife Foundation Species Adoption Kits Daphne: Mi Golondrina Hand Embroidered Clothing From Mexico Email us with your questions at mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on our new YouTube channel! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you've got kids that give you a hard time during bed time, then this is the episode for you! Janet K. Kennedy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist and founder of NYC Sleep Doctor a consultation and psychotherapy practice dedicated to treating sleep problems in babies, toddlers and adults. She spent eight years at the Manhattan Veterans Affairs Medical Center where she developed the Sleep Disorders Treatment Program. You might have seen her as an expert on Dr. Oz and CBS This Morning, and her first book, The Good Sleeper: The Essential Guide to Sleep for Your Baby (and You) is available everywhere books are sold. Hilaria, Daphne and Dr. Kennedy discussed various methods, products and supplements to help sleep train your kids, plus the importance of giving them the tools to be independent of you when going to bed. She also offered up tools like the Moshi Twilight Sleep app which is full of bed time stories and lullabies to help your child get to sleep quickly and calmly. For a limited time, Mom Brain listeners can get 1 week of free service through the Moshi App by using the promo code MOMBRAINSLEEP to access ALL Moshi Twilight Sleep Stories, Relaxations, Sounds and Music Tracks. To unlock this exclusive offer download the Moshi Twilight app, go to settings, register your account and redeem code: (MOMBRAINSLEEP). iPhone users download the app at https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/moshi-twilight-sleep-stories/id1306719339?mt=8 Android users download the app at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=en_GB&id=com.mindcandy.sleepstories&referrer=adjust_reftag%3Dc89lgcDpp1nt9%26utm_source%3DMoshi%2BTwilight%2BWebsite%2B-%2BApp%2BIcons%2B-%2BGrown%2BUps%2B-%2BAndroid Favorite Things: Dr. Kennedy: The Happiness Trap book Hilaria: Lovie Baby Blankets Daphne: Tenoverten Nail Polish (Daphne Oz Trio) Email us with your questions at mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on our new YouTube channel! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

At some point you’ve likely seen journalist and TV host Sara Haines somewhere on your morning TV. Whether it was on Today, ABC News, The View, or Good Morning America. Currently she’s the co-anchor of the third hour of Good Morning America, Strahan and Sara, alongside Michael Strahan. Plus, this mommy of two is expecting her third child. Sara courageously opens up about her struggles with postpartum depression and how she sought help dealing with this issue so many moms face. Together, Sarah, Hilaria and Daphne discuss the importance of removing the stigma that comes with talking about postpartum depression. Also, how Sara's husband follows Hilaria on Instagram and the hilarity of being very physically desirable to your spouse during pregnancy yet not wanting anyone to touch you. Catch Sara weekdays at 1pm ET on the 3rd hour of Good Morning America's Strahan and Sara. Favorite Things: Sara: Lululemon Wunder Under Luxtreme Leggings Hilaria: Posh Mommy Posh Bar Necklace Daphne: Rowdy Prebiotic Bars (Chocolate, Coconut, Cashew) Email us with your questions at mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on our new YouTube channel! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rachel Blumenthal is a serial mom-preneur that focuses on products and services that help moms and their kids. She’s currently the CEO and founder of Rockets of Awesome which launched last July, to offer parents a simpler and smarter way to shop for high-quality kids clothing. Prior to Rockets of Awesome, Rachel was the Founder and CEO of Cricket’s Circle, a resource for everything baby and toddler, as well as Rachel Leigh, her best-selling jewelry line that she began when she was only 23, that was one of Oprah's favorite things. Most importantly, Rachel is a mom of 2 beautiful kids, 8 year old Griffin and 4 year old Jemma. Rachel joins Hilaria & Daphne to discuss her entrepreneurial career and how she fosters the entrepreneurial mindset in her kids and how we learn from our kids to let go and follow their lead. Also, having mom brain so bad that she threw out her diamond ring! Favorite Things: Rachel: Madewell Women's Jeans, Lululemon Wunder Under High-Rise Leggings Hilaria: Ewinever Amblyopia Eye Patch For Glasses Daphne: 365 Everyday Value, Organic Mango Chunks Email us with your questions at mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on our new YouTube channel! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April is Autism Awareness Month and Hilaria and Daphne are joined by Chief Science Office at Autism Speaks, Dr. Thomas Frazier, PhD. He is responsible for the science portfolio, including grant-making, the MSSNG genomic research project and the Autism Treatment Network. As a clinical psychologist, Dr. Frazier has been involved for 11 years in evaluation, treatment and research focused on individuals with autism. Prior to joining Autism Speaks, he was the director of the Cleveland Clinic Center for Autism and an assistant professor of pediatrics at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine. He is a dad of 2 beautiful children one of which has Autism and intellectual disabilities. Over the past decade, Dr. Frazier has published more than 100 peer-reviewed papers and done numerous conference presentations. His research has focused on improving autism identification; developing and studying new treatment approaches; creating and refining measures for tracking autism symptoms and quality of life in individuals and families affected by autism; and translational studies of a genetic sub-group of individuals with autism and phosphatase and tensin homolog (PTEN) mutations. Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Together, Dr. Frazier, Hilaria and Daphne discuss the signs to be aware of when looking at children who might have autism and things parents can do with their kids to test at home. Plus, raising awareness about autism and the many resources out there to help families with children on the autism spectrum at autismspeaks.org. Favorite Things: Dr. Frazier: AutismSpeaks.org, Autism Cares Bill, Autism Speaks 100 Days Kit Daphne: Monti Kids: Montessori program toys designed and safety tested for birth to age 3 and Malibu Non-Dairy Flax Milk Hilaria: Elmhurst Non-Dairy Oat Milk Email us with your questions at mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on our new YouTube channel! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Actress/director/writer Laura Prepon is most known for her roles as Donna Pinciotti on the sitcom That '70s Show and for the drug smuggling criminal Alex Vause in the Netflix comedy-drama series Orange Is the New Black. She is also a mom to a beautiful little girl and has not slowed down one bit. You Can add NY Times Best Selling Author, YouTuber and Tango Dancer to her titles as well. She released a health and wellness book called The Stash Plan and also recently started her own YouTube channel where she shares cooking tips and make up tutorials. Laura joins Daphne and Hilaria to discuss how she keeps the spark in her marriage alive and the importance of not taking your spouse for granted. Plus, how she follows her passions to make sure she makes time for self care, her adventures living abroad as a young girl, love for food, favorite makeup/beauty regimens and so much more! Favorite Things: Laura: Shu Umera Eyelash Curler, Corner Eyelash Curler, Maybelline Lash Discovery, Velour Mink False Eyelashes Daphne: Mott50 Kids Swimwear Hilaria: Janie and Jack Kids Swimwear Email us with your questions at mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on our new YouTube channel! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's time for more Mom Mail!!! Hilaria & Daphne love getting so many questions from the Mom Brain community because this podcast is for you. Today is a quick episode where the moms got into food for the kids, both at home and at restaurants, and how to keep it healthy, yet still fun! Plus, discipline and how Daphne and Hilaria handle aggression and lashing out with their own kids. Here are some of the topics Hilaria & Daphne covered on this episode:How to keep food healthy when not at home where you're kids are used to clean home cooking.The positives of going out once in a while and letting the kids experience eating somewhere other than home.Letting your kids go off their typical diet (e.g. eating non-organic, letting dairy or sugar in ONCE-IN-A WHILE)How H&D handle aggression from their kids like hitting or spitting.Teaching kids self restraint through repetition and changing environments.so much more! Favorite Things: Hilaria: Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara Daphne: B-Low The Belt Bri Bri Belt Remember to keep the emails coming to mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's another episode chock full of detailed info for you, so break out the pen and paper and get ready to take some notes! David Anderson, PhD, is senior director of the ADHD and Behavior Disorders Center and the director of Programs at the Child Mind Institute. He specializes in evaluating and treating children and adolescents with ADHD and behavior disorders, and he also has broad experience with anxiety and mood disorders. His expertise includes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), behavioral parent training, school-based consultation and classroom behavioral support. Dr. Anderson is devoted to ensuring that patients receive innovative, cutting-edge care tailored to each family’s specific needs. Together, Hilaria, Daphne and Dr. Anderson discuss different behavioral issues that many children face and how it's more important to equip parents with the strategies to address these issues, rather than change the way children behave, which almost always garners more positive results. Also, to push for parents to seek help from professionals and remove the stigma of seeking help with mental health and our kids. Plus, a look at ADHD and how to spot signs that actually point to whether or not a child may display behaviors that point to the disorder. Tools for parents mentioned by Dr. Anderson: Dr. Alan Kazdin's books The Kazdin Method for Parenting the Defiant Child and The Everyday Parenting Tool Book Understood.org Childmind.org | IG Additudemag.com Dr. Russel Barclay books on managing ADHD Support Legislation for Mental Health Parity Law Favorite Things: Daphne: Beauty Blender Cosmetic Sponge Applicator Hilaria: Kids Iron On Patches Email us with your questions at mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Laila Ali is a force of nature. That's pretty much a pre-requisite when your dad is the great Muhammed Ali. However, as amazing as her dad's accomplishments were, Laila is a phenomenal woman that's accomplished incredible feats in her own right. Right off the bat, she is a world class athlete and boxing world-champion. During her career, from which she retired undefeated, she held the WBC, WIBA, IWBF and IBA female super middleweight titles, and the IWBF light heavyweight title. She is also an entrepreneur, TV host and personality, home chef, author, wife, and lifestyle expert. Most importantly, she's a mother of 2 beautiful children. Laila joins Hilaria and Daphne to discuss her strong passion for food, fitness and healthy living. How she inspires her kids to be active and finds creative ways to push them to excel, finds common ground with her husband on parenting, and so much more! Pick up her book Food For Life: Delicious & Healthy Comfort Food from My Table to Yours! wherever books are sold. Favorite Things: Laila: CUISINART MINI-PREP PLUS 24 OUNCE PROCESSOR Daphne: Givenchy Le Rouge Intense Color Sensuously Mat Lipstick - # 106 Nude Guipure Hilaria: Beachwaver Pro Line 1 Curling Iron and Buxom Plumpline Lip Liner Keep those emails coming to mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You've likely seen Julia Stiles in one of her many roles in major films like 10 Things I Hate About You, Hamlet, Save the Last Dance, or one of the Jason Bourne franchises. Not to mention her run on Showtime's Dexter or her numerous theater productions. Plus, right now you can catch her on her 2nd season of Riviera. Julia has a new role now, and that is as mom to her new baby boy Strummer Newcomb. She joins Hilaria & Daphne to discuss how she stepped away from the camera for a while to focus on being a mom, how motherhood has changed her outlook on life, going back to work with new mom responsibilities, and so much more, including new mom questions of her own! Favorite Things: Julia: Natural Bristle Body Brush, The Willow Pump, 7am Infant Sleeping Bags Daphne: Lele Sadoughi Headbands Hilaria: Lulu Lemon Wunder Under Luxtreme Leggings, Carbon 38 Leggings We love your email, so keep sending them to mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there too! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you've got yourself a toddler, this is the episode for you. You're going to want to take notes Hilaria & Daphne sat down with Tovah P. Klein, Ph.D. author of How Toddlers Thrive. She is the Director of the Barnard College Center for Toddler Development and a psychology professor at Barnard College, Columbia University. She is a graduate of the University of Michigan and holds a doctorate in psychology from Duke University. She was a clinical fellow at Harvard University, Boston Children's Hospital and a visiting scholar at UCLA. She has been steeped in work with parents and toddlers for nearly three decades and considers the toddler-world a 'toddlertopia'. If all that isn't enough for you, she is referred to as the 'toddler whisperer' and finds humor an essential piece of parenthood. She conducts research on early development, including parenting challenges and work and family issues; children's play; sleep and separation; and child trauma. She writes for and is frequently quoted in the media, as well. Together they discuss things like time outs and giving toddlers healthy outlets for aggression, plus giving our children the leeway to discover themselves while still keeping boundaries and so much more! Favorite Things: Daphne: Arnica homeopathic Gel for sore muscles, Boiron Children's Cold Calm homeopathic cold relief, Oscillococcinum homeopathic flu relief. Hilaria: Taste Nirvana Coconut Water Keep those emails coming to mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. We answer a lot of your questions on there! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jenna Bush Hager is the girlfriend you can't stop talking to. Being a part of the iconic Bush family she has accomplished a lot. You've seen her on TV as a correspondent, contributor and co-host for The Today Show and later this year, you will see her join Hoda Kotb as the permanent co-host of TODAY’s fourth hour. She's also been a teacher, author, and journalist. She has two daughters Margaret Laura "Mila" Hager and Poppy Louise Hager. She joins Hilaria & Daphne to discuss all things mommy, from her water breaking at her baby shower and growing up a twin, to talking to our kids about death and the special relationships between siblings, plus so much more! Favorite Things: Jenna: Junie B. Jones Stories, The Whole Brain Child Book Daphne: Cauliflower Foods Pizza Crust Hilaria: Keter Baby Bath Seats Remember to send us your emails to mombrainpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram, just search for @MomBrain. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.