In this episode, Juliana & Nathaly sit down to unpack the pressure-packed question: Is it really possible to do everything as a mom?

From juggling careers, relationships, parenting, self-care, social lives, and mental health - modern motherhood comes with a silent expetation to do it all, and to do it perfectly. But at what cost?

We get real about:

• The societal myths if the "supermom" and how they show up in daily life
• The guilt and burnout that can come with trying to meet unrealistic standards
• The power of redefining what "doing it all" means for each of us

If you've ever asked yourself, "how is everyone else managing this?" - this episode is for you. You're not alone, and you're doing better than you think.

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In this powerful episode, Juliana and Nathaly dive deep into the all-too-familiar role many mothers unconsciously fall into: the motherhood martyr. From skipping meals to sacrificing sleep, hobbies, and identity—many moms are taught that good motherhood means self-erasure. But what if that’s a lie?

In this episode we discuss:

• How the pressure to "do it all" begins the moment we're pregnant - and how we're fed a long list of "shoulds" we may not even want
• The cultural conditioning that glorifies martyrdom in motherhood
• The hidden costs of repression - how denying your own needs can lead to chronic anger, burnout and even illness or autoimmune disease
• Why self-sacrifice isn't sustainable, or noble - it's a cycle that depletes everyone
• How to start rewriting the story: honoring your needs doesn't mean you love your child any less

This isn’t about perfection. It’s about permission—to rest, to ask for help, to take up space, and to mother from a place of wholeness.

Whether you're deep in the baby trenches or juggling school drop-offs and career demands, this episode is a loving call to stop setting yourself on fire to keep everyone else warm.

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In this powerful and vulnerable episode, we dive deep into the unconscious patterns we carry from our own childhoods—and how they sneak into our parenting, whether we realize it or not. From generational beliefs to emotional triggers, we unpack how childhood conditioning shapes the way we show up as moms. Most importantly, we explore how awareness, healing, and conscious choices can help break the cycle and create a new, healthier path for our children.

In this episode we talk about:

• What "childhood conditioning" really means and how it forms
• Personal stories of when our childhood programming surfaces in motherhood
• The difference between reacting and responding to our children
• Why certain moments with our kids trigger big emotions in us
• How reparenting ourselves impacts the way we parent
• Giving ourselves (and our parents) grace through the healing journey

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Motherhood doesn’t just change your schedule — it changes you. In this deeply honest episode, Juli & Nat unpack the often-unspoken grief that comes with becoming a mother: the grief of losing who you once were.

We explore how shedding your old identity, though painful, is also a profound invitation to grow — into a stronger, wiser, more aligned version of yourself.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Grieving the old you and why that’s not something to fear, but to honor
• How identity shifts in motherhood can open doors to new opportunities and self-discovery
• The bittersweet process of losing old friendships and filtering out what no longer serves your evolving self
• Grieving the passing baby phase — how fast time moves and what it stirs in us
• How motherhood can reshape your relationship with your partner, and what that transition can feel like

This episode is for the mama who looks in the mirror and sees someone different — and isn’t quite sure how to feel about it. It's for the woman sitting in the in-between — missing who she was, but not yet fully grounded in who she's becoming.

Let’s grieve together, grow together, and celebrate the beauty of becoming.

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In this episode, Nathaly & Juliana, discuss what we like to describe as "The Cocoon Stage" the messy, quiet, often lonely part. The part where everything feels like it’s shifting—your identity, your priorities, your relationships, even your body and mind. It’s the stage where you’re wrapped up in routines, doubts, sleepless nights, and the invisible labor no one applauds.

But it’s also where the transformation happens. Growth, healing, shedding old skin. It’s uncomfortable because you’re becoming. And no butterfly skips the cocoon.

So if you’re in the thick of it—wondering if you’ll ever feel like yourself again—remember: You’re not stuck. You’re transforming.

This isn’t the end. It’s the beginning of your wings.

Grab a cup of coffee, glass of wine or any beverage of your choice and join us for some truth, laughter, and solidarity.

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In this episode, Juliana and Nathaly dive deep into the contrast between what we thought motherhood would be—and what it actually is. From dreamy Pinterest nursery boards and peaceful baby cuddles to the sleepless nights, emotional rollercoasters, and unexpected identity shifts, they share personal stories and honest reflections on how motherhood has challenged, humbled, and transformed them.

Whether you’re expecting your first baby, in the thick of toddler chaos, or just looking for a little validation, this is the raw and relatable conversation you didn’t know you needed.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Our pre-baby visions of motherhood
• Not being "kid" people and then becoming mothers
• Guilt and what no one tells you
• How motherhood reshapes your identity
• Learning to let go of unrealistic expectations and embrace the messy beauty of real-life parenting

Grab a cup of coffee, glass of wine or any beverage of your choice and join us for some truth, laughter, and solidarity.

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