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Hormones change dramatically during pregnancy and the postpartum period. These shifts can be surprising and affect both physical and mental health. But they don’t have to catch moms off guard; helpful information and support are available.

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, Natalie Gouché talks with Dr. Kate Hom, an OB-GYN and co-founder of Mone Wellness, an app that supports moms throughout the postpartum period.

Dr. Kate describes pregnancy as a “hormonal cascade,” with each trimester bringing different changes that affect moms in many ways. Symptoms such as nausea and mood changes...

Every mom knows what it feels like to juggle so many things at once that two arms hardly seem enough. But trying to do it all can take a toll. So, what can help moms feel seen and supported?

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, Natalie Gouché chats with Emily Busby, author of Mommy’s Not an Octopus, a children’s book that teaches kids that moms can’t do it all.

The book grew out of an ordinary family moment: a hectic dinner party where Emily was juggling several things at once. W...

Identity is something that moms sometimes don’t really think about until they bring a baby into the world. After that, many find they struggle with who they are and start to wonder—am I just a mom now?

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, Natalie Gouché talks with Tara Clark, an author, content creator, and founder of Modern Mom Probs. Tara has grown her online community into a powerful platform with a huge social media presence, a podcast, and a book.

Before becoming a mom, Tara worked in television as the socia...

What moms hope breastfeeding will be like often doesn’t match what really happens. This can leave some moms feeling discouraged or unsure of themselves. So how can moms set realistic expectations for breastfeeding?

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, Natalie Gouché talks with Nicki Davis. Nicki, known as The Baby Whisperer, is a lactation consultant who has spent 20 years helping moms and babies learn to breastfeed with confidence and calm.

Nicki believes many moms think that because breastfeeding is ‘natural,’ it should be easy, but that’s not always true. She also remi...

We spend a lot of time planning for our baby's arrival, but often overlook getting ready for breastfeeding. This important stage in your newborn’s life can be challenging, so it helps to prepare before your baby is born.

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, Natalie Gouché chats with Dr. Doreen Brass. Doreen, also known as The Mama Coach, is a lactation consultant who helps moms learn about breastfeeding and much more.

Doreen often hears moms compare how much milk they pump and expel to what influencers show online. She says it’s lik...

Sex can be a tough topic to talk about, especially when your body, hormones, and sense of self are changing. So, in this episode, we’ll cover what you need to know about sex during pregnancy and after your baby arrives. To dig deep into this topic, Natalie is joined by Dr. Somi Javaid, an OB/GYN, founder of HerMD, and host of the award-winning podcast disruptHER.

Pregnancy often changes how moms feel about sex, and these shifts can happen at different stages. In the first trimester, things like morning sickness and changes in breast size can af...

We’re turning back the clock for Breastfeeding Month with a special episode with Dr. Colette Wiseman,  a triple-boarded physician and certified lactation consultant, to unpack the nuanced realities of breastfeeding in today’s world.

Breastfeeding is often portrayed as a natural and instinctive part of motherhood, but the reality can be far more complex and emotional. Dr. Wiseman brings her holistic, evidence-based approach to the conversation, offering compassionate guidance on a wide range of topics, from the critical early days of feeding to the transition back to work. She also demystifies common concerns like low supply, nippl...

We’re turning back the clock for Self Care Day with a special episode with Rebekka Wall to find out how moms (and dads) can sleep better. Rebekka is a certified adult sleep consultant who has helped hundreds of parents get a better night’s sleep.

In this episode, host Lalaina Rabary sits down with Rebekka to find out why restful sleep is often out of reach for moms and what can actually help. Together, they discuss the cultural pressures that frame rest as selfish or unproductive, the impact of hypervigilance and anxiety on sleep, and why rest...

Nannies work with families all around the world. They often become like family members and give parents the chance to work, unwind, or just enjoy some time alone. But how do you choose between a babysitter, a nanny, or an au pair?

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, Natalie Gouché talks with Rebecca Stewart. Rebecca is the founder and owner of VIP Nannies, a Los Angeles agency that serves Oscar winners, pro baseball players, and other well-known clients seeking privacy.

Rebecca may work with celebrities, but she still has helpful advice for a...

We’re turning back the clock for Father’s Day with a special episode with Eric Taylor (dope_dad_e). Many dads struggle with the responsibilities of fatherhood, leaving moms to shoulder the burden alone. How can dads break these curses?

With his viral ‘dusty son’ trend featured on The Sherri Show, Buzzfeed, and Good Morning America, Eric has become a powerful voice around breaking generational curses, loving with intention, and raising kids with purpose.

Eric opens up about what “dusty” really means, sharing his own evolution from dusty habits to intentional fatherhood. He reflects on how growi...

Losing a parent is always hard. But, how do you talk to your kids about grief while also trying to heal yourself?

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, Natalie Gouché chats with actress and author Jenny Robinson Clark about loss, parenting through grief, and what led her to write her children’s book Are You Here?.

Jenny talks about losing her mother in 2018 and a powerful moment that began her healing. She woke up at 3:00 AM and felt her mom was speaking to her. What began as song lyrics she wrote with her...

Mental health challenges are the most common complication during pregnancy and after childbirth, affecting at least one in five women. Even so, many mothers find it hard to tell when their feelings go beyond just normal tiredness. How can parents tell the difference, and where can they get help?

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, host Natalie Gouché talks with Adrienne Griffen, Executive Director of the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance. Adrienne shares her own experience with postpartum depression, including the challenges of getting care while raising both a toddler and a newborn.

A lot of people don’t really understand what the postpartum period is like, especially when it comes to self-care. Family, friends, and other caregivers are important during this time, but how can moms figure out what actually helps after having a baby?

In this special Mother’s Day episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, host Natalie Gouché chats with celebrity doula and Mama Glow founder Latham Thomas about what caring for mothers after birth really looks like. Latham shares that seeing a lack of in-person community care led her to start Mama Glow, a Black-led group...

By 2026, 14 states and Washington DC will have paid family leave policies. Still, many parents are unaware that they might qualify. Despite this, only two out of five parents actually utilize these benefits.

With so much information out there, how can parents figure out their rights and talk to their employers about taking leave?

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, Natalie Gouché talks with Nina Harstad, Director of PaidLeave.AI. This new tool from Moms First helps answer questions about leave rights at work.

Nina explains that PaidLeave.AI uses artificial i...

Many people see being an influencer as a real way to earn money, but what does that actually look like for mom influencers or ‘momfluencers’?

The answer is complex, and highlights a bigger issue: how moms set boundaries and find flexibility in their wider work and lives.

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, new host Natalie Gouché talks with Chelsea Clark, the founder of momfluence, an agency that connects mom influencers with brands.

Together, they talk about how the influencer economy has grown and now offers moms what seems like more...

We’re excited to introduce our new host, Natalie Gouché! Natalie is a wife and mom of four. She’s the founder of New Narratives with Natalie, a community for moms working to break generational cycles, and the Gouché Foundation, a nonprofit that helps parents and kids learn about financial literacy. Natalie also works with Momcozy to host events in Los Angeles.

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Everyone has finances, but many of us aren’t sure where to begin with planning them. Now is the time to let go of any fear of numbers and start preparing for the future.

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, host Lalaina Rabary sits down with Adrianna Adams, Head of Financial Planning at Domain Money.

Together, they discuss the key steps moms should take now to secure their future and plan their finances effectively. The first and most critical step is to audit your finances in full. That means ingoings and outgoings, sa...

At the beginning of a new year, many moms feel pressure to ‘bounce back’ physically and jump into a fitness routine they may not be ready for, or even want. Whether you’ve never exercised before or were running marathons prior to pregnancy, today’s guest is here to share how you can use movement to support your sleep, mood, and overall well-being—on your own terms, and in your own (sometimes non-linear) way.

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, host Lalaina Rabary sits down with Rosie Stockley, founder of MAMAWELL, an online fitness platform t...

Babies are…weird. They make funny noises and do things so strange that it can be alarming. So, how do you figure out if it's just a ‘baby glitch’ or a real medical emergency that requires an ER visit?

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, host Lalaina Rabary sits down with Dr. Kailey Buller, a double board-certified emergency and family medicine specialist who has delivered hundreds of babies. 

Together, Lalaina and Dr. Buller discuss how to decide whether you should go to the hospital. For example, if a baby turns purple, is that an...

A new year is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself amid the constant noise of daily life. But what does it really mean to live with intention, especially as a busy mom? And how do you start when time, energy, and mental space feel limited?

In this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, host Lalaina Rabary welcomes Katie Krimitsos, founder of the Women’s Meditation Network. Katie has built a global platform featuring 22 meditation podcasts designed to support women through every stage of life, including motherhood, by helping them cultivate calm, cl...

We’ve had so many incredible guests on the show in 2025, and we’re excited to share some of our favorite moments from the year.

Join host Lalaina Rabary for this special 2025 wrap-up episode, featuring standout clips from LION BABE’s Jillian Hervey, author Dr. Morgan Cutlip, and dad-fluencer Eric Taylor (dopedad_e).

This year’s conversations have centered around powerful themes—body confidence, the mental load, and the loss of identity — and these moments reflect some of the most meaningful insights.

Thank you for listening and supporting the show throughout 2025. We’ll be back in ear...

How can filming everyday moments help parents slow down, find gratitude, and reconnect with the beauty of the holidays?

In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, Lalaina Rabary welcomes Kalee Isbell, founder of Isbell Family Films, a company that turns everyday family videos into cinematic keepsakes.

Kalee shares how filming her children began as a form of healing during the early, overwhelming days of motherhood and evolved into a way to see her family and herself with fresh eyes. Together, Lalaina and Kalee explore how recording the small, unfiltered moments can...

This special episode comes from our friends at Koala Tots - a bedtime story podcast made just for babies and toddlers. Each story features soothing rhymes, calming sounds, and magical tales to help your little one sleep soundly through the night. 

In this story, your child can climb to the stars with a little koala, following a magic beanstalk up to the moon. With soft sounds and repetitions, it will minimise in the night wake ups and help them drift off with ease.

You can find our interview with host Abbe Opher in ou...

How can bedtime stories help children (and parents) slow down, feel connected, and drift into calm?

In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, host Lalaina Rabary welcomes Abbe Opher, voice artist and creator of the Koala Moon and Koala Tots podcasts. Known for her soothing narration and heartfelt storytelling, Abbe brings bedtime to life through stories that comfort, connect, and calm children and parents alike.

Abbe shares how bedtime stories can transform the chaos of the day into a moment of presence, why it’s never too early to begin reading wi...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses pregnancy after infant loss. Please listen with care and step away if this topic feels too heavy for you at this time. Resources and support links are included below.

Pregnancy after losing a baby can feel like “holding your breath for nine long months”—hope and fear coexisting with every heartbeat. How can parents navigate the emotional complexities of pregnancy after loss, rebuild trust in their bodies, and find space for both grief and joy?

In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, host Lalaina Rabary continues her co...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses infant loss. Please listen with care and step away if this topic feels too heavy for you at this time. Resources and support links are included below

Losing a baby is one of the most devastating experiences a family can endure, yet it remains a subject that is often hidden in silence. How can parents navigate the grief of infant loss, find support, and begin to heal while honoring their babies’ memory?

In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, host Lalaina Rabary speaks with psychotherapist Angelica Qu...

Motherhood can be overwhelming, with shifting identities, new responsibilities, and the constant pressure to ‘do it all.’ How can moms reclaim their confidence and feel more grounded in the process?

In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, host Lalaina Rabary welcomes transformational coach and Motherkind founder Zoe Blaskey. As the host of the chart-topping Motherkind podcast and a leading voice in modern motherhood, Zoe works with moms to build confidence at work, at home, and throughout the journey of parenting. She’s also a best-selling author and coaches executive women through their transition back t...

We’re taking a short break this week, but in the meantime, we wanted to let you know about our Momcozy Brand Day Campaign: Cozy By You.

This year, we’re asking: what’s standing between you and a cozier motherhood?

We call those moments the Cozy Gap, the little barriers that keep comfort just out of reach. And we’d love for you to share yours. Post your story with the hashtag TheCozyGap, or visit our campaign page linked in the show notes.

Every Momcozy product is shaped with this Village in mind, so...

Many dads struggle with the responsibilities of fatherhood, leaving moms to shoulder the burden alone. How can dads break these curses?

In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, host Lalaina Rabary welcomes the show’s very first dad guest: Eric Taylor, better known online to hundreds of thousands as dopedad_e. With his viral ‘dusty son’ trend featured on The Sherri Show, Buzzfeed, and Good Morning America, Eric has become a powerful voice around breaking generational curses, loving with intention, and raising kids with purpose.

Eric opens up about what “dusty” really mea...

August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and this year’s theme from the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action is Create Sustainable Support Systems. This call extends beyond supporting mothers; it’s about nurturing the entire family throughout the feeding journey.

In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, host Lalaina Rabary sits down with Dr. Fran, OB-GYN, mom of three, and powerhouse educator known for her clear, evidence-based health guidance online. Together, they explore one of the most confusing and pressing topics for new parents: medications and substances while breastfeeding.

Dr. Fran explains why...

August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and this year’s theme, as set by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action, is Create Sustainable Support Systems. This call to action goes beyond supporting just mothers. It is about supporting the entire family in the feeding journey.

In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, host Lalaina Rabary is joined by Nicole Fox, a pediatric nurse, registered dietitian, and international board-certified lactation consultant with NAPS, for an honest and insightful conversation about the real-life challenges of breastfeeding. Nicole shares why it is essential to consider the needs of...

Breastfeeding is often portrayed as a natural and instinctive part of motherhood, but the reality can be far more complex and emotional. In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, host Lalaina Rabary sits down with Dr. Colette Wiseman, a triple-boarded physician and certified lactation consultant, to unpack the nuanced realities of breastfeeding in today’s world.

Dr. Wiseman brings her holistic, evidence-based approach to the conversation, offering compassionate guidance on a wide range of topics, from the critical early days of feeding to the transition back to work. She also demystifies common concerns li...

Each year, around 270,000 women in the UK give birth via C-section. In the U.S., it’s approximately 1 in 3. Despite how common C-sections are, there’s still a significant lack of education and support around the experience, especially when it comes to aftercare.

In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, host Lalaina Rabary speaks with Victoria ‘Midwife Vic’ Holyoak, founder of c-sectionUK. This organization is committed to guiding women through every stage of the C-section journey, from preparation to delivery to recovery.
Vic shares the deeply personal and heartbreaking story that led her to t...

Are you expecting a baby or navigating early motherhood while balancing your career? In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow Podcast, Lalaina Rabary is joined by attorneys Amy Beckstead and Connie Ditto from the Beckstead Terry Ditto law firm to talk about the legal rights every working mom should know.

Amy and Connie break down the US. legal landscape around pregnancy, maternity leave, breastfeeding rights, short-term disability, and parental protections at work. From federal laws like the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and PUMP Act to newer state-specific benefits and policies, this episode demystifies...

Is your kid sleeping soundly while you toss and turn all night? Many moms report that their kids sleep through the night, yet they wake up feeling foggy, exhausted, and anything but rested.

In this episode, host Lalaina Rabary sits down with certified adult sleep consultant Rebekka Wall to explore why restful sleep is often out of reach for moms and what can actually help. Together, they discuss the cultural pressures that frame rest as selfish or unproductive, the impact of hypervigilance and anxiety on sleep, and why rest isn’t a luxury but a biological necessity.

What exactly is the mental load? It’s the often-unseen cognitive work of planning, organizing, remembering, and managing daily life, tasks that disproportionately fall on women, especially moms. From coordinating appointments to keeping the pantry stocked, this invisible labor can feel endless.

Because it is mostly unrecognized, the mental load is difficult to explain, hard to delegate, and rarely appreciated. It quietly consumes mental space, leaving less room for creativity, presence, or rest.

When unbalanced, the mental load can drain energy, build resentment, and create emotional distance in relationships. It can also affect intimacy and lo...

Approximately 15% of women experience postpartum depression after giving birth, and up to 10% face depression or anxiety during pregnancy. In this episode, host Lalaina Rabary sits down with Wendy Davis, President and CEO of Postpartum Support International (PSI), to look deeper into maternal mental health.

Wendy shares her powerful personal journey from volunteer to CEO, revealing how her own experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety inspired her life's work. Together, they discuss the real challenges of postpartum mood disorders, including depression, anxiety, and psychosis, while offering hope, insights, and support for those navigating them.

Wendy’s me...

According to Momcozy’s 2024 research, only 38.3% of moms feel supported in their lives.

In this episode, Michelle Kennedy, Founder and CEO of Peanut, joins host Lalaina Rabary for an insightful conversation about the importance of community and support for mothers. She shares how her own journey as a mother led to the creation of Peanut, an app designed to connect women at every stage of life, from puberty to menopause.

Michelle opens up about the challenges she faced in finding a supportive social network after becoming a mother. Despite maintaining flourishing friendships with her childless fr...

In this episode, Jillian Hervey—one half of the genre-blending music duo LION BABE—joins host Lalaina Rabary for a candid conversation about identity, creativity, and the transformative journey of motherhood.

Jillian shares how life has changed since welcoming her son, Sunny, into the world and how stepping into motherhood reshaped her sense of self, both on and off stage. She opens up about the fears she had before becoming a mom, especially the worry that she might lose touch with the vibrant, artistic self she had cultivated for years.

For Jillian, LION BABE was her...