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  • No one likes feeling guilty. It's just not a happy place to be. 😟 Yet somehow mothers seem to riddled with what is called "mom guilt" all the time. We sacrifice so much for our children, but despite that, we still feel like we're not doing enough. For some, they feel guilty for not being able to take care of their children because they're working, and for others, they long to be out in the workforce because they feel they're homebound with their kids too much. Either way, it's a difficult conundrum to grapple with all the time. . On this episode, I am joined by Dr. Terri Bacow, who is a clinical psychologist on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. She has deep expertise in using skills-based therapies to treat anxiety, depression, and related disorders, including postpartum depression and anxiety. Dr. Bacow is dedicated to empowering each client with the concrete, sustainable coping skills to better manage overwhelming thoughts and emotions. She especially enjoys working with young adults (including college students) and parents, including moms and dads adjusting to new parenting or interested in parent coaching. Ready to shed the mom guilt, and hone in on your greatest, most powerful self? Let's do this! 🙌🏾 . Listen via link in bio or visit my website to access all episodes: www.thatstotalmomsense.com.
  • In 1876, the Prince of Wales and Queen Victoria visited India on a tour. Since pink denotes the color of hospitality, Maharaja Ram Singh of Jaipur painted the whole city pink to welcome his guests. 🌸🙏🏼 🌸 . The tradition has been sincerely followed by the residents who are now, by law, compelled to maintain the pink architecture. A photo of Jaipur is on my dream board so I know I'll make my way there at some point. And when I do, Suhana will be tickled pink that the entire city is her favorite color - yup you guessed it. 💁🏽‍♀️ . Swipe ⬅️ for throwback photos of one of my Indian summers as a kid. I was 11 years old (hello awkward years!) and I vividly remember the Taj Mahal, majestic and breathtakingly beautiful. From the tall minarets to the intricate, detailed stone work on the walls, it was yet another reason I felt proud to be Indian. . Saare jahan se achcha... Happy Independence Day 🇮🇳
  • When you think "mom fashion," it may sound like an oxymoron because moms are stereotypically viewed as frumpy and disheveled because we are too busy sacrificing for our kids. Hello! 🤦🏽‍♀️ But it doesn’t have to be this way. We CAN look like a million bucks and we SHOULD spend time and energy to do so because it does wonders for our confidence and self-esteem, which makes us better as moms, at our jobs, and positively impacts every facet of our life. 💯 . Katie Kabel is the founder of Kabel Styles and is my personal stylist. After spending over 20 years working in retail 👗, Katie left work to start a family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦. She always enjoyed working, and knew she wanted to return to work when the time was right. She was eager to get back to doing what she loves; cultivating meaningful relationships, making women and men feel confident and empowered. Working as a personal stylist allows her to fulfill her desire to be productive and creative while still attending to the needs of her young family. . Being a personal stylist is so much more than dressing an individual, it’s about a relationship of trust, gratitude, and commitment. Giving someone the confidence to walk into an interview 🤝, go on a first date 🥂, tackle a new life adventure 🧗, or simply putting a smile on their face 👩. That’s why she doesn’t just label herself as a personal shopper/stylist but also as an image consultant. Listen in to Katie’s top tips for moms on the staples they should have in their closet and what pieces they should consider that are flattering, functional, fashionable, and fun! 👓👖👜🤗❤️ . Listen to this episode on thatstotalmomsense.com.
  • Matchy matchy! 👦🏽👧🏽 . (At least while I still get to dress them! 😹 Thank you for our new 👕s @amadan82 Masi! 💙❤️)
  • "Ever since we had our second baby, my husband and I are at odds with each other. It’s like he’s my roommate and not my partner anymore. We just co-exist. We never have time to sit down and talk. And when we do talk, it’s about laundry list items pertaining to the kids like – can you order more diapers or by the way, baby has his doctor’s appointment tomorrow. Every little argument snowballs into a fight. It feels like we’re constantly bickering. I don’t even want to talk about how long it’s been since we’ve been intimate. I’ve lost track of how many months it’s been. Why are my kids ruining my marriage??” -Dazed and Confused, New York, NY . If this sounds like you — don’t worry. 😟 All couples go through this transition after they bring kids into their life. 👶 Priorities change and time is limited. ⏳ I am featuring this episode because I want to ensure you have the tools to reconnect with your partner and get your marriage back on track. 💯 . On today’s episode, I am joined by Marriage and Family Therapist Sahar Martinez @saharmartinezmft. She says the process of healing often leads to deeper understanding of ourselves and our relationships. 👩‍❤️‍👨👨‍❤️‍👨💑 She works collaboratively with her clients, creating a safe, healing, therapeutic space that allows for growth and change.✨ She offers an integrative approach to therapy, tailored to your unique needs. She specializes in working with individuals, couples and families struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and major life changes, like having a baby. . She says the challenges we face as we move through various phases of life can seem overwhelming and isolating. 😓 It doesn’t have to be this way. She truly believes that each individual possesses the power within to live to their highest potential ✊, and she’s here to support your journey to a place of hope, compassion and self love.❣️ Now do like Stella and get your groove back, girlfriend! 💋 . Tune in to "That's Total Mom Sense" on @applepodcasts, @anchor.fm, @spotify, and @stitcherpodcasts. . www.thatstotalmomsense.com
  • Happy 1st birthday, Shrey!! You are the 🌞 in my life, our Sher 🦁 puthar, our lucky #3. . #tbt to this photo of you at 7 months. I just noticed this baseball onesie has the number 23 on it. I didn't pay attention to this when I bought it a year ago (yes, it's a hand-me-down from your brother 😉), but funnily enough, you were born on July 23 and our wedding anniversary is June 23 and @michaelairnessjordan23's jersey was #23 (your Papa and I call ourselves the #96bulls because we are a team and we are unstoppable), so it's no wonder things fell into place the way they did when you arrived. . Your infectious giggle, your zeal for life, your insatiable curiosity and your natural ability to be either happy or super happy (as Thayaji describes your two moods), is a humbling joy to witness every day. God bless you my darling son. ♥️🙏🏼
  • You know what the most trite advice is about babies and sleep? “Honey, sleep when the baby sleeps!” 🤦🏽‍♀️ It makes me think of a meme I came across on Instagram that said, “Sure. And I’ll do laundry when my baby does laundry and wash bottles when my baby washes bottles.” 😆 When the baby sleeps, that may be our only window of  time to get to the umpteen things we have to do. ✔️ . One of the most polarizing and confusing topics for a new mom is “To sleep train or not.” 💤👶There are some parents who are die-hard believers in the Ferber method and others who prefer co-sleeping, and others who fall somewhere in between. First and foremost, there is no right or wrong method. You do what is right for your baby and your family and your schedule. 💯 . What I aim to provide you with is knowledge. If you’re a mom who is unsure of what to do to put your baby to sleep and sleep well, this is the episode for you. I interview Kelly Murray @kellymurraysleep, founder of Kelly Murray Sleep Consulting and Dr. Amber Price @willowpeds, Pediatrician/Lactation Specialist 👩‍⚕️, and they talk about the pros and cons of sleep training vs. attachment parenting. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 . My goal is to keep things as objective as possible. As a journalist, I’m hardwired to tell both sides of the story ⚖️, that way you can take both of these very different perspectives and schools of  thought and do what’s best for your baby and your family. Sweet dreams! 😴
  • "The Eagle has landed. That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." -Neil Armstrong (July 20, 1969) . 50 years later, though we have made tremendous strides in our exploration of outer space, we are finally gearing up for the first woman's mission on the moon in 2024. So proud that we live in a time where we can teach our children, boys and girls alike, to literally reach for the stars. ✨🌔
  • As the adage goes, “Nine months on; nine months off.” It takes about 9 months to put on the baby weight during pregnancy, and roughly that amount of time to lose it. 🤰🏽🤷🏽‍♀️ . But for many women, it’s not that easy. I know I can relate after I had my twins! 👶🏽👶🏽 Now imagine having the added pressure of being in the spotlight on TV, which sadly does add 10 lbs, all while juggling life with a new baby. #nojoke #thejuggleisreal . Today's episode is with someone who has done it all and more, Mara Schiavocampo @marascampo. She’s a three-time Emmy Award 🏆 winning correspondent for @abcnews in #newyork, chart-topping podcast host, and best-selling author of her memoir “Thinspired,” which documents how she lost 90 pounds after her first child. Unbelievable, right?! Mara is a longtime member of the National Association of Black Journalists @nabj_uta. She lives in New York with her husband, two children, and their rescue dog. 🐕 . She’s here to tell us her story and give us some tips along the way. Get ready to get thinspired! 🤸🏽‍♀️🏋🏽‍♀️🙌🏽
  • "As I get older, the more I stay focused on the acceptance of myself and others, and choose compassion over judgment and curiosity over fear." -Tracee Ellis Ross . Thank you all for the birthday love. 😘🥰 I loved receiving your messages, texts, and calls. 🙏🏽 Every year, I marvel at the fireworks on #july4 and reflect on the year I had. This was my first birthday with my baby #3, Shrey. His name means 'marvelous' and he's our little firework 🎇. He's a burst of energy with an insatiable zeal for life. Whether he's clapping to himself, zipping through the living room with his walker, hugging (and drooling 😋) on his bhaiyya and didi, or staring back at me when I put him to sleep with a twinkle in his eye and a toothless grin so big he squints when he smiles. Having you, my darling son, was the best birthday 🎁 I could have ever asked for. . This year, this #independencedaybaby 🇺🇸 is channeling my independence. 💁🏽‍♀️ Rediscovering who I am and what fills me up so I can be a better person, friend, wife, and mom. I'm grateful to have so many loved ones in my corner, always. 💫

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