In this soul-nourishing episode of the Mama Healing Hub podcast, Vanessa and Alyssa are joined by Kelly Smith, founder of Yoga For You and voice behind Mindful in Minutes and Meditation Mama. Together, they explore the sacred intersection of motherhood, mindfulness, and movement—as well as the quiet revolutions that happen when we choose to come home to ourselves.

Kelly shares how her relationship with yoga and meditation transformed through motherhood, how postpartum anxiety reshaped her understanding of healing, and why recalibration—not perfection—is the true goal of growth. Through the lens of spring, she speaks to the cyclical nature of being a mother: the endings, the rebirths, the energy shifts, and the need to honor each season for what it brings.

This conversation is a gentle but fierce reminder that:

• Your energy matters.

• Movement can be medicine.

• Rebirth doesn’t have to look dramatic—it can look like rest, pause, and reclaiming yourself.

We close with a look ahead to Kelly’s upcoming Mother’s Day virtual retreat inside the Mama Healing Hub: a space to rest, reconnect, and remember who you are beyond the roles.

In this episode of the Mama Healing Hub podcast, hosts Vanessa Spinarsky, Carrie, and Alyssa dive deep into the emotional and mental complexities of motherhood, inspired by a viral interview that resonated with countless moms. Together, they unpack the weight of societal expectations, the importance of maternal mental health, and the often-unspoken challenges of parenting. At the same time, they celebrate the joy and love that coexist with the struggles. This heartfelt conversation champions emotional well-being, community support, and honest storytelling, reminding listeners that the motherhood journey is anything but one-dimensional.

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Episode Summary:

In this episode of the Mama Healing Hub podcast, we dive into the emotional and often uncomfortable territory of control in parenting. From managing child behavior to meeting societal expectations, we explore why the urge to control shows up .... and how self-awareness can help us move from rigidity to connection.

We talk openly about our own experiences as mothers navigating the pressure to "get it right," and reflect on how control is often rooted in a desire for safety, not power. You'll leave this episode with practical insight into how communication, boundaries, and presence can shift your family dynamics for the better.

Key Topics:

• The emotional root of control: safety, not weakness

• How societal expectations shape parenting pressure

• Judging children's behavior (and ourselves)

• The power of self-awareness in navigating control

• Using communication to support emotional well-being in families

• Modeling boundaries and mutual respect

• Knowing when to hold on and when to let go

Takeaways:

• Control often comes from fear, not failure

• Open communication helps decode family dynamics

• Parenting is more about modeling than managing

• Self-awareness is your best parenting tool

• Letting go is not losing, it’s leading with trust

🎧 Listen now to explore how releasing control can strengthen connection—without sacrificing your values.

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