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Worthy Mother Podcast

Emily Rose MacDonald

Being a mom is hard — and not because you’re not good enough. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing or struggling under the weight of guilt and overwhelm, you are not alone. Worthy Mother Podcast is here to validate your experience, challenge the unrealistic expectations placed on moms, and remind you that you are worthy exactly as you are.Hosted by Emily Rose MacDonald, a certified Motherhood Studies Practitioner and mom of two, this podcast explores the realities of modern motherhood, mental

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16:06

When It’s Time to Evolve: What’s Next For Worthy...

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2025/11/25

You’re tuning in to the final episode of Worthy Mother Podcast as we know it... But this is only just the beginning! In January 2026, the podcast will return, but things will be different. In this episode, Emily shares the pull she felt toward evolution after major personal growth, why she couldn’t ignore it any longer, and how this next chapter will honor the mission that has guided the podcast since the beginning: challenging societal expectations on moms and exploring the nuanc...

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3:30

[Self-Care Snippet] Your Kids Are Watching And...

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2025/11/21

This is a Self-Care Snippet from Worthy Mother Podcast. As mothers, we need to prioritize our own care. Within this few-minute long episode, you will hear how our past guests prioritize their own self-care and some tips on how you can do the same. Tune in to the full episode Compassion Over Compliance: How We're Failing Moms & Teens with Aly Pain. Like what you hear? Make sure you are subscribed to Worthy Mother Podcast wherever you like to listen. For more motherhood content and sup...

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46:30

Redefining Success and Ambition as a Working Mom with...

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2025/11/18

Becoming a mom can completely change how you see yourself, especially if your identity was built around career achievement. In this episode, Emily talks with Aparna Kumar Boehm, a working mom coach and former tech leader, about redefining success and ambition after motherhood. They discuss what happens when perfectionism collides with parenting, why it’s hard to let go of control, and how to rebuild confidence and clarity when the old version of “success” no longer fits. Aparna also shares re...

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42:55

Why Calm Isn’t the Goal: Rethinking Emotional...

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2025/11/11

Do moms really need to stay calm all the time? In this Worthy Mother Podcast episode, Emily talks with Mackenzie Kinmond, parenthood transformation coach and attachment-focused therapist, about the pressure to regulate emotions perfectly, and why it’s making parenting harder, not easier. Together, they explore: Why emotional regulation isn’t about being calm 24/7How shame fuels dysregulation in motherhoodThe surprising role of joy in moving out of survival modePractical ways to reset your bas...

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3:27

[Self-Care Snippet] Create Rountine With Your...

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2025/11/07

This is a Self-Care Snippet from Worthy Mother Podcast. As mothers, we need to prioritize our own care. Within this few-minute long episode, you will hear how our past guests prioritize their own self-care and some tips on how you can do the same. Tune in to the full episode Embodiment Practices to Stay Grounded in Motherhood's Toughest Moments with Jocelyn Diles. Like what you hear? Make sure you are subscribed to Worthy Mother Podcast wherever you like to listen. For more motherhood co...

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18:52

Romanticize Your Life: Small Acts That Inspire...

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2025/11/04

In this episode, Emily opens up about how romanticizing her daily life has helped her rediscover gratitude, self-love, and peace in the middle of motherhood’s chaos. From sipping coffee in a favorite glass to lighting a candle while making dinner, Emily shares how tiny, intentioal choices can transform ordinary moments into sources of genuine joy and self-love. Tune in to hear: How romanticizing life deepens your sense of gratitudeWhy joy doesn’t have to be “earned” through productivitySimple...

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43:27

How Choosing Yourself Changes Everything in...

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2025/10/28

What does it really mean to choose yourself as a mom? In this conversation, Emily sits down with single mom and entrepreneur Katie Eberman, to explore how motherhood, identity, and self-worth intertwine. Katie opens up about her transformation from surviving to thriving - navigating separation, rediscovering her confidence, and learning how small daily choices toward self-love create lasting change. Together, Emily and Katie discuss the guilt many mothers feel when prioritizing themselves, wh...

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1:28

[Self-Care Snippet] Don't Forget To Have Fun with...

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2025/10/24

This is a Self-Care Snippet from Worthy Mother Podcast. As mothers, we need to prioritize our own care. Within this few-minute long episode, you will hear how our past guests prioritize their own self-care and some tips on how you can do the same. Tune in to the full episode Breaking Toxic Patterns & Finding Love as a Single Mom with Morgan Danielle. Like what you hear? Make sure you are subscribed to Worthy Mother Podcast wherever you like to listen. For more motherhood content and ...

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32:57

How to Get Better Sleep as an Overwhelmed Mom with...

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2025/10/21

We all know sleep is important, but actually getting good sleep in motherhood is easier said than done. In this episode, Dr. Daniella Marchetti, a clinical psychologist board-certified in behavioral sleep medicine, joins Emily to explore the critical topic of sleep wellness for mothers. From "mom-somnia" to revenge bedtime procrastination, they discuss many of the sleep issues moms face. Plus, Dr. Marchetti shares advice on how to get better sleep as a mom. The episode covers: What sleep psyc...

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23:38

Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: Why Taking Care of You Is a...

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2025/10/14

Is self-care really selfish? Or could it be one of the best gifts you ever give your kids? In this episode of Worthy Mother Podcast, Emily shares a refreshing and empowering take on what it truly means for moms to take care of themselves. Emily discusses how self-care helps you show up as the mom you want to be, models emotional wellness for your children, and breaks generational cycles of self-sacrifice. She also unpacks common misconceptions about self-care, how mom guilt shows up, and the ...

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3:46

[Self-Care Snippet] Putting Self-Care Time On The...

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2025/10/10

This is a Self-Care Snippet from Worthy Mother Podcast. As mothers, we need to prioritize our own care. Within this few-minute long episode, you will hear how our past guests prioritize their own self-care and some tips on how you can do the same. Tune in to the full episode How to Address Shame In Motherhood with Kyira Wackett. Like what you hear? Make sure you are subscribed to Worthy Mother Podcast wherever you like to listen. For more motherhood content and support, connect with me o...

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36:22

Matrescence & The Identity Shift of Motherhood with...

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2025/10/07

Becoming a mother is often described as beautiful and life-changing, but what about the profound identity shift that comes with it? In this episode, host Emily talks with Dr. Emily Guarnotta, a perinatal psychologist and mom of two, about matrescence — the emotional, mental, and physical transition into motherhood that’s rarely discussed but universally felt. Together, they explore: What matrescence really means and how it compares to adolescenceHow identity shifts shape relationships, career...

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50:14

Motherhood & Neurodivergence in a World That Hasn’t...

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2025/09/30

Motherhood is already complex, but when neurodivergence, medical needs, and systemic gaps are part of the picture, the challenges (and the growth) can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Emily is joined by Amanda Losch, a complex trauma therapist and neurodivergent mom, to unpack the realities of raising neurodivergent children while navigating your own late diagnosis, overstimulation, rage, shame, and the myths of the “perfect mother.” You’ll hear about: Amanda’s late autism diagnosis alongs...

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4:30

[Self-Care Snippet] Do What Energizes You with Sally...

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2025/09/26

This is a Self-Care Snippet from Worthy Mother Podcast. As mothers, we need to prioritize our own care. Within this few-minute long episode, you will hear how our past guests prioritize their own self-care and some tips on how you can do the same. Tune in to the full episode Cut the Overwhelm: Habits & Routines to Simplify Mom Life with Sally Bisbee. Like what you hear? Make sure you are subscribed to Worthy Mother Podcast wherever you like to listen. For more motherhood content and ...

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16:43

Letting Go Of The Pressure To Be "Productive" All The...

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2025/09/23

Do you ever feel guilty for sitting down, resting, or doing something just for joy? If so, you’re not alone. Our culture glorifies productivity, and for moms, that often means carrying impossible expectations both inside and outside the home. But here’s the truth: rest, joy, and connection are just as important (and just as productive) as crossing tasks off your to-do list. This episode is about breaking free from the unrealistic expectations of “always doing more” and finding freedom in slow...

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55:13

Raising Kids and Rebuilding Yourself After Divorce...

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2025/09/16

What does it look like to raise kids while navigating the emotional rollercoaster of divorce — and to rebuild yourself at the same time? In this deeply personal episode, Julie Sedler joins Emily to talk about the messy, transformative process of mothering through divorce while learning how to prioritize your own healing, identity, and joy. Julie is a chemical engineer turned author and speaker whose memoir Watch Me chronicles her journey from burned-out wife and mother to a fulfilled woman ch...

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1:52

[Self-Care Snippet] Show Your Kids The Importance of...

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2025/09/12

This is a Self-Care Snippet from Worthy Mother Podcast. As mothers, we need to prioritize our own care. Within this few-minute long episode, you will hear how our past guests prioritize their own self-care and some tips on how you can do the same. Tune in to the full episode Co-Parenting, Identity, and Dating After Divorce with Jess Evans. Like what you hear? Make sure you are subscribed to Worthy Mother Podcast wherever you like to listen. For more motherhood content and support, connec...

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42:20

Burnout, Balance, and Joy as a Working Mom with...

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2025/09/09

Working moms carry the weight of careers, parenting, household duties, and the heaviness of today’s world. But what if you could feel lighter, find joy, and release the pressure to “do it all”? In this episode of Worthy Mother Podcast, Emily is joined by Jessica Vickers, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in supporting working moms of color. Together, they unpack the realities of burnout, the guilt of not “measuring up,” and practical ways to reclaim joy in everyday life...

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22:32

Exposing The Mental & Emotional Load of...

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2025/09/02

Back-to-school season is upon us, and with it comes an often heavy invisible load for moms. From the never-ending logistics of drop-offs to the emotional weight of our kids’ feelings (and our own), this season can feel like a lot. In this episode, Emily shines a light on the often unseen mental and emotional labor mothers take on during this transition. She opens up about her own experiences as a newly single mom navigating the school year, shares how societal expectations fall disproportiona...

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1:53

[Self-Care Snippet] Carve Out Time To Be With...

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2025/08/29

This is a Self-Care Snippet from Worthy Mother Podcast. As mothers, we need to prioritize our own care. Within this few-minute long episode, you will hear how our past guests prioritize their own self-care and some tips on how you can do the same. Tune in to the full episode Overcoming Limiting Beliefs as a High-Achieving Mom with Kamini Wood. Like what you hear? Make sure you are subscribed to Worthy Mother Podcast wherever you like to listen. For more motherhood content and support, co...

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