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Rated Mom Podcast

Rated Mom Podcast

著者： Heather Frye Jessica Peyton & Dena Cooke
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Rated Mom is an honest podcast for women navigating real life. Identity. Mental health. Relationships. Work. Burnout. The mental load. And the hard stuff you will not find in the social media version of perfect. Hosted by Jessica, Heather, and Dena, three real women having real conversations, the show feels like sitting around with girlfriends talking about life as it actually is. Raw. Funny. Messy. And sometimes heavy. Some episodes talk about motherhood. Many do not. All of them tell the truth. We talk about losing yourself and finding your way back. About carrying too much for too long. About the pressure to have it all together when you do not. The wait is it just me moments that remind you that you are not alone and you are not doing life wrong. Rated Mom is not about being perfect. It is about being real and figuring it out on your own terms.2025 心理学 心理学・心の健康 社会科学 衛生・健康的な生活
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  • Perimenopause, ADHD, Alcohol: The Reality of What Women Are Googling

    Perimenopause, ADHD, Alcohol: The Reality of What Women Are Googling
    2026/08/26

    In this episode of RatedMoM, Heather, Dena, and Jessica are talking about the things women are quietly Googling when nobody seems to have a straight answer.

    GLP-1s. Perimenopause. Anxiety. ADHD. Homework that makes absolutely no sense. And why having a few drinks can suddenly feel like a three-day recovery plan once you hit your forties.

    Dena shares her experience with GLP-1 medications, including managing side effects, adjusting dosing with medical guidance, and the frustration of trying to find affordable treatment when insurance will not cover it. The conversation then turns to perimenopause, heavy periods, hormone changes, and what it feels like when you know something is off but your labs keep coming back "normal."

    The moms also talk about the challenges some children with ADHD face in traditional school settings, whether modern classroom expectations actually match the way kids learn, and the absolute confusion of helping with homework assignments that somehow make the adults feel like they are back in school too.

    And finally, they get into alcohol, aging, and the dreaded hang-xiety. Because apparently there comes a point where a couple of drinks can cost you sleep, peace, and half your weekend.

    If you have ever left a doctor's appointment thinking, "Okay… but I still don't feel right," Googled your symptoms late at night, questioned whether your child's school environment really works for them, or wondered why two glasses of wine now require a full recovery plan, this episode is for you.

    Key Takeaways
    • GLP-1 medications can come with real side effects, and finding the right treatment approach may take some trial, error, and conversations with your healthcare provider.
    • Perimenopause does not always come with a neat lab result. Hormone levels can fluctuate, making symptom tracking and honest conversations with your provider especially important.
    • Traditional classroom structures do not work equally well for every child, particularly kids who may benefit from more movement, flexibility, or a different learning environment.
    • Advocating for yourself matters when you know something feels wrong, even when your tests look "normal."
    • Alcohol can hit very differently in your forties, including next-day anxiety, disrupted sleep, racing-heart sensations, and the dreaded "hang-xiety."
    Timestamps

    00:00 – Introduction
    01:11 – Women's Most Googled Topics
    02:29 – GLP-1 Medications, Side Effects, and Dosing
    10:44 – The Stigma Around Weight Loss Shots
    14:07 – Perimenopause and Hormone Changes
    18:22 – Advocating for Yourself When You Feel Dismissed
    23:57 – ADHD and Modern Classroom Environments
    30:42 – Navigating AI and Archaic Homework
    32:04 – Alcohol, Hang-xiety, and Social Tonics

    Connect With Us

    Rated Mom Website:
    https://www.ratedmom.com/

    Linktree:
    https://linktr.ee/ratedmom

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    https://www.facebook.com/share/1YYxWExz9R/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    Heather:
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    Jessica:
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    Follow Rated Mom:
    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/rated-mom-podcast/id1861375425
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4eM3BaloJr2twliKatsMs3?si=03a105dea007460d

    Rated Mom shares personal experiences and conversations for entertainment and educational purposes only. Nothing discussed in this episode is intended to replace individualized medical advice from a qualified healthcare provider.
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    37 分
  • Well…That Escalated Quickly

    Well…That Escalated Quickly
    2026/08/26

    In this episode of Rated Mom, Heather, Dena, and Jessica detail the reasons behind their two-month podcasting hiatus, recounting severe medical emergencies and shifting summer parenting schedules. This episode is for mothers attempting to manage personal health crises while balancing business obligations and child care routines.

    Jessica shares her experience with back-to-back hospitalizations for colitis and a tubal ovarian abscess, noting the frustration of having her pain dismissed by multiple doctors before an infectious disease specialist ordered an MRI. Dena discusses her seventh anniversary as a loan officer, working through a vacation in Destin, and transitioning her son from private school to a homeschool academy program. Meanwhile, Heather outlines her struggle to maintain a morning self-care walking routine amid her children's intense summer camp and sports schedules, explaining why she is eager for the start of the academic year.

    If you are trying to keep a business running while navigating a sudden health crisis, or just struggling to find thirty quiet minutes for yourself in a chaotic summer schedule, this episode validates the frustration of having your routines completely upended.

    Key Takeaways

    • Patient self-advocacy is necessary when dealing with undiagnosed medical pain, as demonstrated when multiple doctors misattributed severe pelvic pain to a urinary tract infection before a specialist located an abscess.

    • Transitioning a child from a traditional private school to a homeschool hybrid program requires adjusting to new commutes and routines, but can offer the child more comfort by eliminating uniform requirements.

    • Extreme heat and shifting child care logistics can disrupt established routines, forcing self-care activities into different parts of the day and eliminating quiet time.

    Timestamps

    00:00 – Introduction

    01:36 – Jessica's Medical Emergency

    08:59 – Business Growth and Homeschooling

    11:10 – Disconnecting from Work on Vacation

    12:43 – Navigating Summer Schedules and Self-Care

    14:14 – The Disruption of Daily Routines

    15:33 – The Challenge of Regaining Consistency

    Connect With Us:

    https://www.ratedmom.com/

    https://linktr.ee/ratedmom

    • Dena: https://www.facebook.com/share/1YYxWExz9R/?mibextid=wwXIfr
    • Heather: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DSnFyt4Gk/?mibextid=wwXIfr
    • Jessica: https://www.facebook.com/share/1D1f3e9iKD/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    Follow the Podcast: Rated Mom on Apple Podcasts and Spotify
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    17 分
  • Why Adult Friendships Are So Hard - And Why They Often Hurt More Than Breakups

    Why Adult Friendships Are So Hard - And Why They Often Hurt More Than Breakups
    2026/05/26
    n this episode of Rated Mom, Heather, Dena, and Jessica explore the complexities of adult friendships. They discuss how life changes—marriage, children, and personal growth—naturally shift relationships, introducing the concept of "seasonal friendships." The hosts reflect on toxic dynamics, social media's role in fueling judgment, and the challenges of making new friends as adults. They also address how differing beliefs can test friendships, emphasizing empathy and respect. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to cherish core friendships, trust their intuition, practice forgiveness, and embrace the idea that outgrowing certain relationships is a natural, healthy part of life. Timestamps: Introduction to Adult Friendships (0:47) The hosts introduce the episode's topic: the challenges and drama of maintaining friendships as an adult. Seasonal Friendships and Life Changes (1:07) The hosts discuss how friendships can be for a "season" and often end due to life changes like marriage. The Evolution of Friendships (00:02:16) Friendships change because people are always evolving; some friends grow with you, while others grow apart. Connecting Through Similar Life Stages (6:19) Friendships are often easier when people are in similar life stages, such as having kids of the same age. Friendships as a Young Mom (7:08) Jessica shares her experience of having few friends after becoming a mother at 18, as her life differed greatly. The Value of Core Friendships (8:32) The hosts praise friendships that can pick right back up after time apart, calling them "core" friendships. Children's Friendship Struggles (12:28) The hosts discuss how their children have struggled with friendships, sometimes due to moving frequently or personality differences. Making New Friends as an Adult (14:39) The difficulty of putting yourself out there to make new friends as an adult, especially when feeling insecure. The "Mean Girls" Phenomenon (16:22) The hosts agree that cliquey, judgmental behavior, like in the movie "Mean Girls," persists into adulthood. Social Media and Judgment (17:39) The hosts discuss how social media creates a false perception of reality and fosters judgment among people. Differing Beliefs and Friendships (19:29) The hosts discuss how differing beliefs, like vaccination choices, can cause conflict and judgment, especially on social media. The Importance of Self-Awareness (26:16) The hosts emphasize the importance of self-awareness, self-reflection, and owning your mistakes in friendships and life. Making Friends in Your 40s (29:01) The hosts talk about how making new friends later in life often happens through kids' activities or hobbies. When Friends Show Their True Colors (31:54) The hosts discuss the disappointment of realizing a friend isn't who you thought they were, often due to insecurity. Communication Challenges in Friendships (33:59) The hosts talk about the difficulty of maintaining communication, with group chats being a lifeline for busy lives. Being an Introverted Extrovert (36:57) The hosts describe themselves as "introverted extroverts" who enjoy socializing but also need time to recharge at home. Lessons Learned About Friendship (40:16) The hosts share their final advice on adult friendships: cherish core friends, trust your intuition, and apologize when wrong. Powerful Quotes from the Episode: Heather "Not everyone will clap for you when you grow, and that's a hard truth." Deena "I had friendships that I thought were great, but I realized it was just for a season." Jessica "I didn't have any core friends because I was at one point like, I'm gonna stop because as soon as I make friends, it hurts when we have to move again." RESOURCES: Connect With Us: https://www.ratedmom.com/ https://linktr.ee/ratedmom Dena: https://www.facebook.com/share/1YYxWExz9R/?mibextid=wwXIfrHeather: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DSnFyt4Gk/?mibextid=wwXIfrJessica: https://www.facebook.com/share/1D1f3e9iKD/?mibextid=wwXIfr Follow the Podcast: Rated Mom on Apple Podcasts and Spotify
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    42 分
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