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S3 Ep120: Erica Rose Cummings | Rebuilding the Village: The Vision Behind Nurture 19 and Modern Parental Support
Therapist and co-founder Erica Rose Cummings shares how Nurture 19 is changing the way we support parents—by building physical spaces that provide childcare, community, wellness, and advocacy, all in one place.
4 min read


S3 Ep 119: Rachel Menge | Why Making Mom Friends Feels So Hard – and How to Actually Do It
Why is making friends after becoming a mom so hard? Therapist Rachel Menge, LCSW, shares practical strategies to overcome mom friend anxiety, build community, and find connection again—without the pressure.
4 min read


S 3. Ep. 118: Katie Moise | Prepping Your Pelvic Floor: From Preconception to Postpartum
Pelvic floor therapist Katie Moise shares practical guidance for pregnancy, birth prep, and postpartum recovery. Learn what you can do to support your core, relieve pain, and connect with your body from the first trimester through labor and beyond.
4 min read


S3. Ep. 116: Jessica Manns | Understanding IVF: A Deep Dive into Embryology
IVF embryologist Jessica Manns joins the Mama Making Podcast to demystify the lab side of IVF, from egg retrieval to embryo transfer. Learn about PGT testing, success rates, and how she supports families - including through her own surrogacy journey.
3 min read


S3. Ep. 114: Kendra Vargas | Navigating & Finding Peace through Infertility
Perinatal mental health counselor Kendra Vargas shares her IVF journey and how it informs her support for families navigating fertility, loss, and decision-making in reproductive health.
5 min read


S3 Ep 112: Corinne Collier, CPDT-KA | Dog Behavior and Safety: A Guide for Growing Families
Trainer Corinne Collier shares dog safety tips for parents, from preparing dogs for babies to understanding body language, managing reactivity, and building safer routines for growing families.
4 min read


S3 Ep. 111: Jaclyn Downs | Breaking Down MTHFR, Histamine & Fertility
Discover how functional genomic nutritionist Jaclyn Downs uses genetic testing and root-cause analysis to support fertility, reduce inflammation, and personalize nutrition. Learn about MTHFR, histamine intolerance, and oxidative stress on The Mama Making Podcast.
5 min read


S3. Ep 110: Maria Castellucci Moore | The Art of Building Legacy, Business and Family
Explore how entrepreneur and author Maria Castellucci Moore builds legacy through mindful parenting, creative entrepreneurship, and storytelling — from her Napa Valley wine label to her children’s books and beyond.
5 min read


S3 Ep. 109: Kelly Cox | Share the Drop: Breast Milk Donation App
Discover how Share the Drop is transforming breast milk donation through community connection, informed consent, and real-time matching for families in need of support.
5 min read


S3 Ep. 108: Megan Bellavia, CNM | Physiologic Birth: A Midwife’s Approach to Hospital Delivery
Learn how certified nurse midwife Megan Belleavia supports physiologic birth in a hospital setting through midwifery care, collaborative OB partnerships, trauma-informed practices, and patient-centered advocacy at Hinsdale Hospital in Chicago.
4 min read


S3 Ep 107: Katie Pschorr | Nature-Based Learning for Kids: Confidence & Creativity Outdoors
Learn how Katie Pschorr’s nature-based classes at Littles Creative and Connected are redefining early childhood education through outdoor, child-led learning and family connection.
4 min read
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