Mom Story
Motherhood, identity & modern parenting
Hosted by Erin Minihane · New episodes daily
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The Quiet Loneliness of Being the Only Special Needs Parent | Mom Story
This episode of Mom Story explores the profound and often unspoken isolation experienced by parents raising children with special needs. Host Erin Minihane delves into the 'quiet loneliness' that arises when you are the sole expert on your…
Why You Snap: Unpacking the Hidden Triggers in Your Parenting | Mom Story
In this episode of Mom Story, host Erin Minihane explores the psychological roots of why parents snap at their children, offering a compassionate guide to understanding hidden triggers and breaking intergenerational cycles of reactivity…
When Your Parent's Trauma Triggers Your Parenting Instincts | Mom Story
In this deeply personal and psychologically rich episode of Mom Story, host Erin Minihane explores the complex intersection of intergenerational trauma and modern parenting. This episode is essential listening for mothers who feel an…
Stop Seeking Approval: How to Find Your Own Voice as a Mom | Mom Story
In this episode of Mom Story, host Erin Minihane explores the exhausting cycle of seeking external validation as a mother and offers a compassionate roadmap to finding your own voice. If you often feel judged by an 'invisible jury' for…
The Quiet After the Chaos: Grief in an Empty House | Mom Story
This episode of Mom Story explores the profound emotional landscape of the 'empty nest' syndrome, specifically focusing on the grief and identity crisis mothers face when their children leave for college. Host Erin Minihane addresses the…
The Mental Load of Tradition: Why You're Exhausted (And It's Not Your Fault) | Mom Story
This episode of Mom Story explores the exhausting reality of the mental load associated with maintaining family traditions, offering a compassionate roadmap for mothers to reclaim their energy and redefine hospitality. Host Erin Minihane…
The Quiet Rage of Motherhood: Finding Power in Your Anger | Mom Story
In this episode of Mom Story, host Erin Minihane explores the often-taboo subject of maternal anger, reframing 'quiet rage' not as a character flaw but as a vital signal of imbalance and a compass for setting boundaries. This deep dive…
She Hates Her Reflection: Finding Worth Beyond the Mirror | Mom Story
In this deeply moving episode of Mom Story, host Erin Minihane explores the heartbreaking moment her seven-year-old daughter stared into the mirror and saw a 'mistake' rather than a loved child. This episode is essential listening for…