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A Quick Note from Emily

Hi! Just a quick note from Emily this week. And then I play the whole theme song because I know you love it.


Learn more about the show at mothermotherpodcast.com.


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Questions? Comments? Want to advertise? Contact Emily at info@mothermotherpodcast.com.


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The Mother Mother Podcast theme song, "Mother Mother" by Tracy Bonham, is performed by Jocelyn Mackenzie with Harry Bolles.

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  • 17. Managing Maternal Mental Health with Aparna Iyer, MD

    01:06:48||Season 1, Ep. 17
    Is it okay to take mental health meds when pregnant? What about breastfeeding? Where’s the line between normal new-mom anxiety and full-blown postpartum anxiety? Or is it all just a big murky swamp? Perinatal psychiatrist Aparna Iyer, MD joins writer Emily Farris to answer these questions and so many more in this week’s episode. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEWomensMentalHealth.orgPostpartum Support InternationalFOLLOW DR. APARNA IYERInstagram @aparnaiyermdFacebook Aparna Iyer MDWeb draparnaiyer.comFOLLOW MOTHER MOTHERLearn more about Mother Mother at mothermotherpodcast.comFollow Mother Mother on Instagram at @mothermotherpodcastGet the newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BgTydsFOLLOW THE HOST, EMILY FARRISInstagram @thatemilyfarrisTwitter @thatemilyfarris-Questions? Comments? Want to advertise? Contact Emily at info@mothermotherpodcast.com.Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe so you get a new episode of Mother Mother every Tuesday! The Mother Mother Podcast theme song, "Mother Mother" by Tracy Bonham, is performed by Jocelyn Mackenzie with Harry Bolles.
  • 16. Happy Enough Ever After with Heather Havrilesky

    01:19:20||Season 1, Ep. 16
    For this week’s episode, Emily was thrilled to chat with Ask Polly and Ask Molly columnist Heather Havrilesky, whose new book, "Foreverland: On the Divine Tedium of Marriage" is out February 8. Emily and Heather talk parenting in a pandemic, anxiety, exercise, ambition, what it takes to make a marriage work, and how being a good-enough mom is enough. HEATHER’S NEW BOOK, FOREVERLANDBuy it on AmazonBuy it on BookshopHEATHER’S OTHER BOOKSHeather Havrilesky’s books on BookshopHeather Havrilesky’s books on AmazonMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODETreadmill deskEmily’s stepperEmily’s sparkly socksThe NYT article we referenced at the endFOLLOW HEATHER HAVRILESKYInstagram @heatherhavTwitter @hhavrileskyFOLLOW MOTHER MOTHERLearn more about Mother Mother at mothermotherpodcast.comFollow Mother Mother on Instagram at @mothermotherpodcastGet the newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BgTydsFOLLOW THE HOST, EMILY FARRISInstagram @thatemilyfarrisTwitter @thatemilyfarris-Questions? Comments? Want to advertise? Contact Emily at info@mothermotherpodcast.com.Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe so you get a new episode of Mother Mother every Tuesday! The Mother Mother Podcast theme song, "Mother Mother" by Tracy Bonham, is performed by Jocelyn Mackenzie with Harry Bolles.
  • 15. Never Say Never

    28:00||Season 1, Ep. 15
    This podcast just reached a huge milestone! To celebrate (but mostly to take a breather after a rough week and before next week's big episode), Emily recorded from her living room floor and responded to listener voicemails about the things they said they’d never do as a parent, but totally ended up doing once they had kids. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:We All Know Too Much About Nutrition (Burnt Toast Podcast)Kindred by Parents | Kindred on InstagramThis Food Writer Owes Parents an Apology (NY Times Article)Dear Moms-to-Be: Never Say Never (What's Up Moms Article)FOLLOW MOTHER MOTHER:Learn more about Mother Mother at mothermotherpodcast.comFollow Mother Mother on Instagram at @mothermotherpodcastGet the newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BgTydsFOLLOW THE HOST, EMILY FARRISInstagram @thatemilyfarrisTwitter @thatemilyfarris-Questions? Comments? Want to advertise? Contact Emily at info@mothermotherpodcast.com.Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe so you get a new episode of Mother Mother every Tuesday! The Mother Mother Podcast theme song, "Mother Mother" by Tracy Bonham, is performed by Jocelyn Mackenzie with Harry Bolles.
  • 14. Parmesan and Perspective with Natasha Bailey

    50:34||Season 1, Ep. 14
    This week’s guest is Natasha Bailey, a chef, podcaster, cheese expert, and mom of five whose lockdown made Emily appreciate her own a little more. Emily and Natasha talk about medical marijuana, bloody nipples, leaning into formula, balancing compassion and charity with their own mental health, and SO much more.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Hungry for Mo PodcastThelma’s KitchenReconciliation ServicesThe ProspectI Traded Postpartum Anxiety for Pandemic Anxiety (Article)BOOKS MENTIONED: Cheese Sex DeathYour Baby’s First Word Will Be Dada Board BookEverything is Mama Board BookFOLLOW NATASHA BAILEY: Instagram @eatablekcFOLLOW MOTHER MOTHER:Learn more about Mother Mother at mothermotherpodcast.comFollow Mother Mother on Instagram at @mothermotherpodcastGet the newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BgTydsFOLLOW THE HOST, EMILY FARRISInstagram @thatemilyfarrisTwitter @thatemilyfarris-Questions? Comments? Want to advertise? Contact Emily at info@mothermotherpodcast.com.Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe so you get a new episode of Mother Mother every Tuesday! The Mother Mother Podcast theme song, "Mother Mother" by Tracy Bonham, is performed by Jocelyn Mackenzie with Harry Bolles.
  • 13. A Collective Postpartum Check-In with Mandy Major

    58:56||Season 1, Ep. 13
    This week, Emily is joined by Mandy Major, Founder and CEO of Major Care (a virtual postpartum care company) and creator of the MyFourth App. Emily and Mandy talk doulas, postpartum poops, the best ways to support new parents, and what moms can let go of in 2022. Also, Emily got another voicemail! ARTICLES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Here’s the Scoop on Your First Post-Labor PoopOur #MomStrong Culture May Look Great On Instagram, But Here's The Troubling Truth9 Things to Know Before You Visit Me and the New BabyWhy I Used a Doula For My Medicated Birth (and would again)FOLLOW MANDY MAJOR: @doulamandy@majorcaredoulasFOLLOW MOTHER MOTHER:Learn more about Mother Mother at mothermotherpodcast.comFollow Mother Mother on Instagram at @mothermotherpodcastGet the newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BgTydsFOLLOW THE HOST, EMILY FARRISInstagram @thatemilyfarrisTwitter @thatemilyfarris-Questions? Comments? Want to advertise? Contact Emily at info@mothermotherpodcast.com.Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe so you get a new episode of Mother Mother every Tuesday! The Mother Mother Podcast theme song, "Mother Mother" by Tracy Bonham, is performed by Jocelyn Mackenzie with Harry Bolles.
  • 12. You Asked, Emily Answered

    31:48||Season 1, Ep. 12
    Emily is back from break with her first solo episode! After opening up about some of the growing pains and challenges that come with producing a podcast while doing a million other things (IN A NEVER-ENDING PANDEMIC!), she takes questions from the Mother Mother Podcast Facebook group. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Emily’s Apartment Therapy Home Tour (Circa 2018): https://bit.ly/3ELDX7C Emily’s Romper Kitchen Tour (Circa 2018): https://bit.ly/3qOgVYKTeddys’ Big-Boy Room (Circa: 2019): https://bit.ly/3EOa9qV Jocelyn Mackenzie: jocelynmackenzie.comThe Original Mother Mother: https://bit.ly/3sVCNnBFOLLOW MOTHER MOTHER:Learn more about Mother Mother at mothermotherpodcast.com (currently experiencing some issues)Follow Mother Mother on Instagram at @mothermotherpodcastGet the newsletter (I will someday send): https://bit.ly/3BgTydsFOLLOW THE HOST, EMILY FARRISInstagram @thatemilyfarrisTwitter @thatemilyfarris--Questions? Comments? Want to advertise? Contact Emily at info@mothermotherpodcast.com.Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe so you get a new episode of Mother Mother every Tuesday! The Mother Mother Podcast theme song, "Mother Mother" by Tracy Bonham, is performed by Jocelyn Mackenzie with Harry Bolles.
  • 11. Emily’s Mormon Mom Friend, Tanei Atagi Henry

    01:14:05||Season 1, Ep. 11
    This week, Emily is joined by one of her oldest friends, Tanei Atagi Henry — a writer, non-profit director, mom, and wife in Provo, Utah. Emily and Tanei talk about their not-so-picturesque hometown, Tanei’s life in the Mormon church, and the Christmas Emily spent with Tanei’s family. And yes, they talk about the undergarments. A SCHEDULING NOTE: Emily is taking off next week to rest and spend the holidays with her family, so check back for a new episode in the new year. FOLLOW MOTHER MOTHER:Learn more about Mother Mother and this guest at https://mothermotherpodcast.com/Follow Mother Mother on Instagram at @mothermotherpodcastFOLLOW THE HOST, EMILY FARRISInstagram @thatemilyfarrisTwitter @thatemilyfarris-Questions? Comments? Want to advertise? Contact Emily at info@mothermotherpodcast.com.Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe so you get a new episode of Mother Mother every Tuesday! Our theme song, "Mother Mother" by Tracy Bonham, is performed by Jocelyn Mackenzie with Harry Bolles.
  • 10. Dirty Hair and Self-Care with Doree Shafrir

    48:44||Season 1, Ep. 10
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