The Mom Room
Welcome to The Mom Room, the ultimate podcast that makes motherhood a lot more fun and a lot less chaotic! Join Renee Reina, the brilliant mind behind the buzzworthy Instagram account @themomroom, as she dives into everything moms crave: juicy interviews, the latest pop culture gossip, parenting advice and news, game-changing products, and so much more. The Mom Room is a digital space where moms can gather and be honest about the highs and lows of motherhood. Whether you're looking to stay on top of current events, get the scoop on TV shows, or find your next great read, The Mom Room is your go-to spot for all things #MOMLIFE. Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday and get ready to laugh, learn, and feel totally seen—because you deserve a little entertainment in your life too!
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EP257. The Division of Labour, Sharenting, and ...
Michael Vaughn (@worldshaker) and Renee chat about the division of labour and childcare, the rise of sharenting (sharing your children on social media), his vasectomy experience, and Bluey!
46 min
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EP256. No, I'm Not Skipping His Bath or Letting...
A 2022 recap, a funny tampon story, why I'm not skipping his bath or letting him stay up till midnight, Christmas recap, and let's get my Memere to Harry Styles!
27 min
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EP255. From Swinging & Sex Clubs to Keeping Mon...
Ashleigh Renard tells us all about how her marriage changed after having kids, their failed attempt at being swingers, what private sex clubs are like (we didn't even know these existed!), and how she and her husband now keep monogamy hot! Maybe listen to this one without the kids around ; )
70 min
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EP254. Hormones & Hiding in the Basement
Renee explains why she was hiding in the basement on Friday night and why she thinks her hormones are out of whack. Why is it so hard to find jeans!? The Club book review, Elin's personal book recommendation for Renee (GASP!), and a Harry & Meghan recap (this documentary blew our minds). Oh, and Renee explains why she feels like a sugar mama.
31 min
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EP253. The Art of Communication & Fighting Fair...
It's a well known fact that communication is key in a relationship. Today's episode covers: What is a fight or flight response? Why we need to get out of it before we continue the conversation. Fight or flight response coping skills. How to set the stage for a successful, difficult conversation. Sticking to the argument at hand. How to apply assertive communication skills. Send this one to your partner!
48 min
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EP252. Stay At Home Parents Need To Decompress ...
Renee explains why it's not about the dishes, and that the stay-at-home parent also needs to decompress! She also goes on about why getting hungry when you're busy is annoying. Enjoy!
26 min
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EP251. Incontinence Q&A, with Urologist, Dr. Pre
Urologist and Renee's husband, Dr. Pre, answers all your incontinence questions! Why does it happen in pregnancy and/or postpartum? Why it happens and what you can do about it. This is episode is in partnership with TENA, a global leader in incontinence solutions.
36 min
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EP250. Acupuncture, Getting In Shape, & Books B...
Renee tells us about her acupuncture experience so far, how her first bootcamp class went, and explains how there are only three kinds of books in the world.
32 min
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EP249. Patterns of Conflict & Low Sexual Desire...
Andrea Lystrup is a Marriage and Family Therapist. In this episode we chat about patterns of conflict in romantic relationships, low sexual desire in men vs. women, why it's not true when someone says "our relationship is great, we just struggle with intimacy," and more!
61 min
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EP248. Anxiety, Santa Claus, and Rhythmic Gymna...
Renee was on LIVE TV! She tells us about that experience and her raging anxiety. Is it okay to tell lies about Santa Claus? Does anyone else feel weird? Renee's son is finally at an age where he understands the concept of Santa Claus but, she feels weird about it. Oh, and we're a rhythmic gymnastics family now. Best $9 Renee ever spent on Amazon.
34 min
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EP247. The Dumb Dads
During her recent trip to LA, Renee sat down with Kevin & Evan of The Dumb Dads. They chat everything from default parenting, internet trolls, bedtime routines, and more. Get ready to laugh!
63 min
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EP246. Tarot Cards, Lil Wayne, and 2023 Plans
EP246. What the heck was Renee doing at a Lil Wayne concert in LA? What did the tarot card reader tell her!?! And, what are her plans for 2023? Listen and find out!
29 min
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EP245. Confidence & Positive Self-Esteem in Chi...
Carrie Bruno is back! In this episode we cover: Why confidence and positive self-esteem in children is so important? How we can foster confidence in our children? How bedwetting can negatively affect confidence and self-esteem in children and how we should navigate this as parents.
43 min
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EP244. Mom Guilt & La La Land Adventures
Renee is back in LA for 10 days!!! Cue mom guilt, partner guilt, and waves of anxiety! She fills us in on what's been going on in La La Land.
27 min
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EP243. Mom Chats, with Cathy & Hitashi
Renee and Cathy chat about the DMs Renee received regarding driving Milo to school (after he refused to take the bus). How do we balance accommodating our children while also teaching them that some things are non-negotiable? Hitashi is also married to a surgeon and chose to have a home birth. Renee asks her all about her experience as a mom with a surgeon for a husband and about her home birth experience.
44 min
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EP242. Ask Renee Anything And She Will Answer
Renee answers listener questions!
35 min
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EP241. Lindsay Arnold: Ten Years with DWTS, a T...
Lindsay Arnold was a professional dancer with Dancing With The Stars for 10 years! In this episode we chat about everything from her dance career, marrying her high-school sweetheart, postpartum recovery, The Movement Club, and her DWTS predictions for this season! She also gives some great advice about having to make difficult decisions as a mom with a demanding career.
40 min
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EP240. Loud Restaurants, Mango Margaritas, and ...
What I thought Miami would be vs. what it was. Truffle obsessed (funny Italy story). The Monday morning from hell. 6am Peloton goals. Book update: It Ends With Us. Movie Club Announcement!
34 min
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EP239. Parenting Then vs. Now, My Goth Phase, a...
We finally got Renee's Mom on the podcast! Renee and Sue chat about how parenting has changed over the last 37 years (they didn't have internet or Bluey... mind blown), how Sue handled Renee's goth phase (yes, she had a goth phase), whether mom guilt existed back in the day, and more!
46 min
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EP238. Don't Do The Dishes, Elaborate Halloween...
What do we do when our children don't want to go to their sport or activity? Does anyone else feel rage when their partner comes home from being away for a while and instantly starts doing chores around the house? Why does Renee torture herself with elaborate Halloween recipes and pumpkins? Renee and her husband are heading to Miami on Wednesday! Book report and movie club update!!!
31 min
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EP237. The Mental Load of Uncertainty, with Dr....
Dr. Christine Sterling is an OBGYN, mom of three, and the founder of Sterling Parents. In this episode, Renee and Dr. Sterling chat about the standard of healthcare and how it can be improved, midwives and OBGYNs, the mental load of being uncertain, how to be confident as a parent, and so much more!
49 min
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EP236. Why Being The Flexible Parent Is Hard & ...
Join Renee in the comfort of her car as she tells us why being the flexible parent is hard and can lead to extreme irritability. It's now always about what you are doing... it's what you don't get to do! Also discussed is: the upcoming movie club, parents matter, and more!
27 min
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EP235. What is Intuitive Eating? Lunch Ideas, a...
Dr. Taylor and Renee discuss the topic of intuitive eating, what low-sugar schools are and why they're problematic, breakfast and lunch ideas for your kids, and HALLOWEEN CANDY! Dr. Taylor's recommendation for how to handle Halloween candy may shock you! Renee can't wait to try it with Milo!
60 min
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EP234. Cookie Crisis of 2022, Denim Drama, and ...
What do you get when you wear non-stretchy denim? Discomfort and front/back wedgies. Have you ever missed something like "cookie day" at school and then panicked!? Monday was a holiday in Canada and Renee was trés irritable (trés is very in French).
27 min
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EP233. Bedtime Battles & Locks On The Doors, wi...
There is so much information out there for baby sleep but, what about bedtime battles with older children!? Renee and Amanda chat epic bedtime battles, locks on bedroom doors, ultimate bedtime routines, how much sleep should kids be getting, and more!
60 min