New Mommy at 40 Podcast

Who am I now? It's a question many moms have asked themselves. The intersection of who you were before pregnancy and who you are post delivery, can be a difficult adjustment during the 4th trimester and beyond. In this conversation, special guest Diana Hillaire , Founder of @whenshecomeshome and I discuss our experiences of rediscovering ourselves after becoming mothers. We reflect on our respective journeys to reclaiming our identities and finding balance between motherhood and personal fulfillment. For more information about Diana | When She Comes Home: Website: www.whenshecomeshome.com Instagram: @@whenshecomeshome For information about Victoria | New Mommy at 40 Podcast: Website: www.newmommyat40.com Instagram | Facebook | TikTok: @newmommy40 To be our next guest, email: info@newmommyat40.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

In this episode, host Victoria Lauture Duncker interviews Michael Petrella, an Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) instructor, about his journey and the importance of teaching self-rescue swimming skills to infants and young children. Michael shares his personal motivation for becoming an ISR instructor and highlights the need for children to learn how to obtain their own air and float in the water. He explains the process of becoming an ISR instructor and the behavioral psychology behind teaching children these life-saving skills. Michael also addresses common myths and misconceptions about infant swimming and the dangers of relying on puddle jumpers and floaties. In this conversation, Mr. Michael Petrella discusses the importance of water safety and the role of ISR (Infant Swimming Resource) and O2 Swim in teaching children self-rescue skills. He also highlights the importance of teaching skills in different water environments and shares real-life examples of lives saved through self-rescue lessons. He encourages parents to take action and find access to lessons, including scholarships, to ensure their child's safety. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the joy of being an instructor and the need for more instructors to meet the demand for water safety education. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:17 Michael's Journey to Becoming an Infant Swimming Resource Instructor 09:35 What are Self-Rescue Swimming Skills? 10:35 Teaching Self-Rescue Skills to Infants 12:28 Starting Age for Self-Rescue Lessons 13:06 Handling Overconfident and Apprehensive Children 14:17 Challenges Faced in Teaching Self-Rescue Skills 24:09 Dangers of Puddle Jumpers and Floaties 27:57 The Tragic Story of Emi 30:52 Teaching Skills in Different Environments 34:12 Real-Life Examples of Lives Saved 38:11 The Role of Parents in Fostering Water Safety 39:00 Access to Lessons and Scholarships 44:26 The Convenience of Puddle Jumpers 46:35 The Joy of Being an Instructor 51:12 Teaching Children the Way They Learn 54:03 The Need for More Instructors For more information on Michael Petrella and O2 Swim: www.mrmichaelpetrella.com Instagram and TikTok: @mr.michaelpetrella For more information about Victoria Lauture Duncker & New Mommy at 40 Podcast: Website: www.newmommyat40.com Instagram, Facebook and TikTok: @newmommyat40 Email: info@newmommyat40.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

“Adoption was never a last resort for me. I always wanted one biological child and one adopted child.” In this episode, host Victoria Lauture-Duncker interviews Daisha Enos, a 44-year-old wellness and health coach, about her journey to motherhood at 40. She discusses the comments and questions she received from family members and friends about her decision to have children later in life. While she always believed that she’d be a mother, of two - one biological child and one adopted child, she never dreamed of getting married. After meeting her now husband Aron, she knew she had found the icing on the cake! Daisha and Aron, mutually agreed to spend the first few years of married life together and wait to start their family. She credits him for being supportive early of her wishes for their family dynamic. The story behind their adoption process is a MUST LISTEN. It is truly a testament in that when something is meant for you, it is meant for YOU! My biggest takeaway from my chat with Daisha? Being specific about what you want and going after it can lead to incredible outcomes. Also, that it’s important to have a positive mindset and be open to learning from setbacks and challenges. Incredible! #adoption #advancedmaternalage #blackmoms #wellness #manifestation For more information about Daisha Enos Website: www.daishaenos.com Instagram & Facebook: @daishaenos For more information about Victoria Lauture Duncker & New Mommy at 40 Podcast: Website: www.newmommyat40.com Instagram, Facebook and TikTok: @newmommyat40 Email: info@newmommyat40.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Despite their decision to not have more children, Liza Poor, a 41-year-old actress and singer, unexpectedly became pregnant with her third child. She expresses both excitement and concerns about integrating a new person into their family dynamic. She is a proud body positive mama and encourages supportive care and outlook for plus-size mothers. Takeaways For more information on Liza: Website: www.lizapoor.com Instagram: @LizaPoor TikTok: @liza.poor YouTube: @Liza Poor For more information about Victoria and New Mommy at 40 Podcast: Website: www.newmommyat40.com Instagram: @newmommyat40 Facebook: @newmommyat40 YouTube: @newmommyat40 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

In this episode, host Victoria Lauture Duncker interviews her guest Tanji Garcia about her journey to motherhood at the age of 40. They discuss the pressure and expectations of having kids in their 20s and how it influenced their relationships. Tanji opens up about the challenges of infertility and the emotional journey of fertility treatments. They touch on topics such as the first night with a newborn, struggles with breastfeeding, and the recognition and healing of postpartum depression and the impact of social media on the perception of motherhood. Overall, they encourage open conversations about postpartum experiences and the need for self-compassion and understanding. Takeaways The pressure and expectations of having children in your 20s can influence relationship decisions and create feelings of disappointment. Personal challenges and experiences shape our expectations of marriage and family life. Infertility and fertility treatments can be emotionally challenging, but they can also lead to the joy of having a baby. Age should not define our ability to be good parents or experience the joys of motherhood. Motherhood is challenging and requires support and self-care. Breastfeeding struggles are common, and it's important to seek help and not feel guilty. Postpartum depression is a real and valid experience that should be recognized and addressed. Balancing motherhood and personal identity is a journey that requires self-reflection and self-compassion. Social media can create unrealistic expectations and it's important to prioritize mental health over comparison. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:06 Long-Time Friendship and Working Together 02:03 Family Background and Cultural Differences 03:04 Influence of Parent's Marriage 03:47 Influence of Family Life on Partner and Marriage Expectations 06:08 Pressure and Expectations of Having Kids in 20s 07:46 Learning to Work Through Relationship Problems 09:11 Dealing with Disappointment and Stigma of Having Kids Later in Life 09:43 Navigating Life as a Single Person 10:40 Overcoming Personal Challenges and Learning Interpersonal Communication 12:44 Desire for Warmth and Family Dynamics 13:56 Perceptions of Age and Motherhood 15:25 Challenges and Timing of Starting a Family 16:28 Rekindling the Relationship and Proposal 19:23 Struggles with Infertility and Fertility Treatments 26:35 Joy of Having a Baby Through IVF 36:58 The Reality of Motherhood 37:50 The First Night with a Newborn 38:50 Lack of Support 39:23 Challenges of Being an Older Mom 40:20 The Importance of a Support System 41:50 Struggles with Breastfeeding 43:32 Recognizing Postpartum Depression 47:21 Journey of Healing from Postpartum Depression 52:00 Balancing Motherhood and Personal Identity 55:53 Letting Go of the Past 57:18 The Pressure to Be Perfect 58:11 The Importance of Self-Care 01:01:00 The Impact of Social Media 01:06:18 The Need for Open Conversations about Postpartum For more info visit: Youtube: @newmommyat40podcast Instagram: @newmommyat40 www.newmommyat40podcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

In today’s episode, we meet Jenese Raspberry, a mother of two who is sharing her delivery story at age 38, of her second child, a beautiful and healthy now 6 year old girl. It is a story of faith, community, & surrender, that also serves as a look into the appalling and unacceptable rise of maternal mortality rates, particularly of black and brown women in the United States. #childbirth #maternalmortality #maternalmortalityrate #momlife #expecting #blackmaternalhealthawareness #blackmaternalhealth #pregnancy #blackandbrownmoms #faith #survivor #community #resilience #thriving #advancedmaternalage #joy #happiness #over35 #over40 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Welcome to Season 3 of New Mommy at 40 Podcast! We're starting off with a burst of joy and laughter as we welcome our guest and new mom, Ch-a Mosley. Ch-a shares her story with us of her becoming a first time mom at the age of 47. She has built a loyal and inspired audience via her social media platforms (@pregnancyoverforty) to spread hope to those who are looking to be or will find themselves as moms/parents. She is charismatic and just a breath of fresh air! Her story is a reminder for all of us to live in the moment, to have gratitude everyday for both the highs and the lows and that by choosing joy, you will land on your feet despite the difficult times. For more information on Ch-a Mosley Instagram: @pregnancyoverforty TikTok: @pregnancyover40 For more information on Victoria Lauture Duncker/New Mommy at 40 Podcast Website: www.newmommyat40.com Instagram & Facebook: @newmommyat40 Email: info@newmommyat40.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Victoria wraps up Season 2 of the award nominated, New Mommy at 40 Podcast by getting personal and sharing the last few months of her motherhood journey - transitioning from being a mother of a baby/toddler to a full blown child in the making, navigating tantrums. In recognition of the closing of Fibroid Awareness Month, she shares of her own fibroid story and how dealing with them head on, created an opportunity to have her daughter years later. Victoria also shares the physical pain she experienced over the years, particularly during sex and the irony of now being middle aged, feeling in her sexual prime AND fibroid free, but on the struggle bus finding the time for intimacy. This one is full of emotions, laughs, and maybe even some TMI, but definitely relatable to many! For more information on Victoria/New Mommy at 40 Podcast Website: www.newmommyat40.com Instagram & Facebook: @newmommyat40 Email: info@newmommyat40.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Special Guests and SAHM's, Kendra Dayhoff and Cathryn Bieg, along with your host, Victoria, share resources they've discovered which have helped with adjusting to their new roles and the importance of finding & creating community along the way. Some resources mentioned: Macaroni Kid: https://national.macaronikid.com/ Moms Club International: https://momsclub.org/ Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net/ For more information Cathryn Bieg: Instagram: @cathrynbieg Website: www.cathrynbieg.com For more on Victoria Lauture Duncker & New Mommy at 40 Podcast: https://linktr.ee/vlauture #stayathomemom #sahm #sahmlife #parenting #mom #oldermom #over40 #expecting #pregnant --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Special Guests and SAHM's, Kendra Dayhoff and Cathryn Bieg, along with your host, Victoria have a chat about transitioning from the work force, research based-pros & cons, plus the affects of partner roles & finances. In Part 2 they will share resources they've discovered which have helped with adjusting to their new roles and the importance of finding & creating community along the way. For more on Moms Club International and to find a chapter in your town: https://momsclub.org/ For more information Cathryn Bieg: Instagram: @cathrynbieg Website: www.cathrynbieg.com For more on Victoria Lauture Duncker & New Mommy at 40 Podcast: https://linktr.ee/vlauture Source Credit: verywellhealth.com #stayathomemom #sahm #sahmlife #parenting #mom --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Mary Beth, a flight attendant in her 40s, reflects on her first year of motherhood to her now 2 year old child and how she and her partner (also a flight attendant) have maintained the parts of their lives most important to them pre-baby, while creating a beautiful life as a family. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Today's episode is all about finding balance in a situation that a lot of us in this community are just starting to find ourselves in: taking care of of older parents while embarking on our motherhood journey. Our special guest, Carmela Velarde is a wellness medium, plant medicine devotee and holistic health counselor of 20 years, will share with us how she's done it and maintained her wellness through it all. For more information on Carmela Velarde Visit: www.millionmommovement.info or www.isharepurium.com Social Media: Instagram-@pureraysoul and Carmela Velarde For more information of Victoria Lauture Duncker/New Mommy at 40 Podcast Visit: www.newmommya40.com Social Media @newmommyat40 Linktree: linktr.ee/vlauture --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Victoria Lartey-Williams, Owner of Victorious Events NYC , offers us her perspective of being the child of an older mother. She'll share of her childhood, what their relationship is like today and the impact of her mother's life experiences on her life as well as her own journey to motherhood in her 40s. It's a love letter not only to her beautiful mother (who FYI, is in her 80s-GO ON MAMA LINDA!), but to all of us older mamas. We can only hope our own children will express half of the gratitude and appreciation she shares in this chat! For more information about Victoria Lartey-Williams & Victorious Events NYC: Website: www.victoriousevents.nyc Social Media: @viceventsnyc For more information about Victoria Lauture Duncker & New Mommy at 40 Podcast: Website: www.newmommyat40.com Social Media: @newmommy40 Email: info@newmommyat40.com #olderparents #olderparenting #oldermom #over40 #thisis40 #motherhood #momlife #ttc #motherdaughter #parenthood #love #mondaymotivation #family❤️ #fabulous #mothersday --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

In this week's episode, Victoria discusses the realities of being a one and done parent- in her case, unplanned. She shares of her arrival to accepting this new normal for her family, while also championing those who have decided to be one and done parents, acknowledging the opportunities that present themselves parenting one child. #oad #oneanddone #parenting #family #parenthood #motherhood #fatherhood #expecting #pregnant For more information on Victoria/New Mommy at 40 Website: www.newmommyat40.com Instagram/Facebook:@newmommy40 Email: info@newmommyat40.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Wow! It's been over a year since New Mommy at 40 Podcast was launched in 2022, surpassing the amount of episodes of Season 1. I am so thankful for each and everyone of you who have listened and shared your stories. This episode is dedicated to YOU. I'll reveal the top 5 of both seasons, talking about some behind the scenes moments with you. I'm also sharing with you a way to directly contact me and share your feedback via the Spotify App! I can't wait to hear from you. Please also leave a review when you can. You guys are the BEST! Here's to another year of New Mommy at 40 Podcast! Warmly, Victoria --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

In this episode, Victoria teams up with the host of Over 40 Fabulous and Pregnant Podcast, Jamie Massey to share of their personal stories of living with & thru pregnancy loss with their respective podcast communities. Their goal is to be transparent about their experiences- navigating the grief of a miscarriage and infertility, the resulting effects on their relationships, exploring options for self care in those moments and what the future may hold for them regarding family planning. For more information about Jamie Massey & Over 40 Fabulous and Pregnant Podcast Website: www.over40fabulousandpregnant.com Instagram: @over40fabulousandpregnant For more information about Victoria Lauture Duncker & New Mommy at 40 Podcast Website: www.newmommyat40.com Instagram & Facebook: @newmommyat40 #infertility #ttc #ivf #miscarriage #pregnancyloss #thisis40 #thisis35 #fertility #selfcare #podcast #grief #recovery #transformation #healing #pregnancy #niaw2023 #resolveorg #weorange #findyourvoice --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Today we're chatting with Dr. Sam Rader, a former psychologist who took what she learned about childhood development, personality, and growth . . . and turned it into a new healing modality called Source Code. It's a healing modality that helps to identify copying styles/mechanisms we've developed as early as our childhood. The goal is do the work that will reveal more of who we really are--our true essence of joy, ease, and love. We can use Source Code to recode ourselves and to parent our children differently, so that we enjoy happier, healthier, more beautiful lives. Her workshop, Parenting as Love: 12 Secrets to a Beautiful Life For You and Your Kids, starts May 24th, 2023! Here's your EXCLUSIVE link: https://victoriaduncker--drsamrader.thrivecart.com/parenting-as-love/ #transformation #healing #growth #progress #coping #generationaltrauma #trauma #knowledgeispower #drsamrader #sourcecode #author #psychology #parenting #Newmommyat40 #podcasts #workingmom #parentssupportingparents #momssupportingmoms #baby #expecting #pregnantover40 #pregnantat40 #oldermom #momlife #pregnancy #maturemom #singlemom #community #support #mondaymotivation #sourcecode #magic #personality #healing #healyourself #quantum #quantumhealing --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Someone who’s motto is that we were all born to thrive and that we are not here to play small- Meet Toni Strong! I’m speaking to Toni Strong, the other half of Strong Family Wellness and together she and her husband Earl are personally responsible for my wellness today. We’re talking about how to live a purpose driven life, manifesting your wellness journey and all she’s doing to help moms, dads & others, to be the best version of themselves. Toni is a life coach, yoga and prenatal yoga instructor, nutrition advisor, and birth doula. Her love affair with wellness started over 2 decades ago during her first yoga class when she realized that in stillness she could quiet her mind and rejuvenated her spirit. From starting off as a flight attendant who taught yoga on her layovers to creating a full spectrum wellness company with her husband called Strong Family Wellness. her journey has always been deeply rooted in growth and thriving. Toni supports and coaches busy parents and others who wants to get healthier and truly adopt a different way of living. One that aids in not only weight loss but true wellness that promotes longevity and growth in all areas of life. She’s created the life she’s crafted from her journals and her vision boards through daily practices, habits and unwavering belief in the magic of possibility and unexpected opportunities. This is how Strong Family Wellness was born. For More on Toni & Strong Family Wellness Website: www.strongfamilywellness.com Instagram: @tonistrong_ Facebook: strongfamilywellness For more info on Victoria/New Mommy at 40 Podcast: Website: www.newmommyat40.com Social Media: @newmommyat40 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

We're talking about the state of our nation's fertility and the every day chemicals that are disrupting reproductive health for both men and women, with Dr. Shanna Swan, one of the world's leading reproductive epidemiologists. This is a MUST LISTEN for anyone concerned about not just our own ability to conceive, but the future of children's fertility health, as well. For more on Dr. Shanna Swan: Dr. Shanna Swan, is an award winning scientist based at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City and one of the world's leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists. Dr. Swan has published more than two hundred scientific papers and has made appearances on numerous media outlets. Her work has been featured in Bloomberg News and in publications ranging from the Washington Post to New Scientist. She is the author of COUNTDOWN: How Our Modern World is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race Website: www.shannaswan.com Instagram: @drshannaswan.com For more info on Victoria/New Mommy at 40 Podcast: Website: www.newmommyat40.com Social Media: @newmommyat40 #newmommyat40podcast⁠ ⁠#countdown⁠ ⁠#drshannaswan⁠ ⁠#fertility⁠ ⁠#epidemiology⁠ ⁠#mountsinai⁠ ⁠#Infertility⁠ ⁠#foreverchemicals⁠ ⁠#toxic⁠ ⁠#endocrinedisruptors⁠ ⁠#pcos⁠ ⁠#reproductivehealth⁠ ⁠#oldermom⁠ ⁠#chemicals⁠ ⁠#parentssupportingparents⁠ ⁠#momssupportingmoms⁠ ⁠#momsofinstagram⁠ ⁠#momlife⁠ ⁠#ttccommunity⁠ ⁠#ttc⁠ ⁠#ivf⁠ ⁠#women⁠ ⁠#menshealth⁠ ⁠#sperm⁠ ⁠#egghealth⁠ ⁠#expecting⁠ ⁠#pregnancy⁠ ⁠#mom --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message

Today, we're here to give all the expecting mamas & parents some great tools to prepare for your little one's entrance into the world! Our guest today is Kallista Andersen, helps pregnant mamas get ready for their baby by preparing their self, space, and significant other. She does so through her podcast, The New Mom Boss Podcast, as well as coaching, and online course New Mom Prep School. Kallista is a Registered Nurse, a Certified Lactation Counselor, and is a mom of 3. Her dedication to helping first-time moms was born when she had her first 2 kids 13 months apart -- experiencing the new mom phase back to back. It is her mission to make preparing to be a new mom simple and thorough so that women can enter motherhood with confidence and joy so that they can build a strong bond with their baby. Some key takeaways: IDAD- Inventory, Delete Tasks, Automate & Designate For more on info on Kallista & The New Mom Boss Podcast: Website: www.newmomboss.com Instagram: @newmomboss The New Mom Boss Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-new-mom-boss-podcast/id1518217955?i=1000510614087 For more info on Victoria/New Mommy at 40 Podcast: Website: www.newmommyat40.com Social Media: @newmommyat40 Join the conversation LIVE every Tuesday on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Newmommyat40/events --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mommy-at-40/message