The term “mental load” gets thrown around a lot — but what does it actually mean, and why does it so often fall on moms and primary caregivers?
Join us for The Invisible Workload: Why 75% of the Mental Load Lands on Primary Caregivers, a candid, expert-led conversation about the invisible labor that keeps families running — and the emotional, logistical, an ... Show More
Feb 19
REPLAY: CEJAI TAYLOR & CHASE MOORE: Raising Black Children to Dream Big
“God could not be everywhere, so he created Mothers.” This adage could not ring more true when it comes to the life of C.J. Taylor. Her life story could be made into an Oscar-winning biopic, and believe me, it’s just a matter of time. She is a divorced single mom of three, an att ... Show More
1h 13m
Feb 12
JACQUELINE BEAUCHERE: Oh Snap! What Parents Must Know About Teens on Social Media
Are smartphones and social media harming our kids—or is the truth more nuanced? In this episode of That’s Total Mom Sense, journalist and mom of three Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with Jacqueline Beauchere, Snapchat’s Global Head of Platform Safety, for a thoughtful, data-driven ... Show More
1h 7m
Feb 5
ALEXANDRA SPITZ: Rebuilding the Village: Why Modern Mothers Need More Than Advice
In this episode of That's Total Mom Sense, host Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with Alex Spitz, Founder and CEO of New Mom School, to explore what happens when the village disappears and how she is rebuilding it. After experiencing the isolation of early motherhood herself, Alex s ... Show More
52m 5s
Jun 2025
Let Go of the Perfect Summer
<p>It’s 10:00 AM. One kid’s crying over a melted popsicle, another is shouting about the remote, and you’re already wondering if it’s too soon for a second coffee. Sound familiar?</p><p>In this episode, Dr. Becky dives into the chaotic, sticky, emotionally charged season that is ... Show More
28m 20s
May 2025
1213: How to Create Connection With Your Teen This Summer
Summer is here, and if you're dreading the potential for power struggles, mood swings, and disconnection with your teenager, this episode is essential. Heather shares her tried-and-true framework for creating genuine connection with your teens—not just during summer break, but al ... Show More
26m 44s
Jul 2025
The New Puberty with Dr. Sheryl Ziegler
<p>Puberty is starting earlier—and for many parents, it’s arriving before they or their kids feel ready. In this episode, Dr. Becky sits down with <strong>Dr. Sheryl Ziegler</strong>, author of <i>The Crucial Years: Early Interventions in Education and Childcare</i>, to unpack wh ... Show More
36m 50s
Oct 2024
1KHO 362: Children Should Play Outside Year Round | Linda Akeson McGurk, Rain or Shine Mamma
In this episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich welcomes Linda McGurk back for her third appearance. Together, they discuss the transformative impact of outdoor play in all seasons, challenging cultural misconceptions around inclement weather. Linda shares insight ... Show More
51m 18s