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Worthy Mother PodcastAuthor: Emily Rose MacDonald
Being a mom is hard and not because youre not good enough. If youve ever felt like youre failing or struggling under the weight of guilt and overwhelm, you are not alone. Worthy Mother Podcast is here to validate your experience, challenge the unrealistic expectations placed on moms, and remind you that you are worthy exactly as you are.Hosted by Emily Rose MacDonald, a certified Motherhood Studies Practitioner and mom of two, this podcast explores the realities of modern motherhood, mental health, mom guilt, societal pressures, self-care, and the importance of connection. Through honest conversations with real moms and expert guests along with solo episodes that dig deep into what makes motherhood so complicated youll find validation, support, and the reminder that its not just you; its the system.If you're ready to release the guilt, embrace self-compassion, and reclaim your identity in motherhood, this podcast is for you. Glad youre here!Instagram: @honestlyemilyrose@worthymotherpodcastTikTok:@worthymotherpodcast Language: en-us Genres: Education, Kids & Family, Parenting, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Why Making Mom Friends Feels Impossible & What Actually Works with Baily Hancock
Episode 178
Tuesday, 13 January, 2026
Making mom friends can feel surprisingly lonely, awkward, and exhausting - especially when you're already stretched thin by motherhood. In this episode of The Sparkle Project, Emily is joined by Baily Hancock, connection strategist, mom of two, and creator of the Overlap Method, to talk about why building friendships as a mom feels so hard and what actually helps.They explore why perfectionism blocks connection, how vulnerability changes everything, and what it really takes to move from surface-level mom friends to relationships that feel supportive and energizing. And it all starts with connecting inward.The episode covers:Why making mom friends feels so hardThe difference between surface-level mom friends and real connectionWhy being seen matters more than being put togetherWhy aligned friendships leave you energized, not exhaustedThe role of self-connection in building authentic friendshipsIf you have ever felt alone at school drop-off or exhausted by friendships that do not truly fit, this episode is for you.🔗 Connect with Baily:Instagram: @bailyhancockWebsite: www.overlapmethod.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bailyhancock✨ Let’s keep the convo going:Follow Emily on Instagram → @honestlyemilyroseFollow the podcast on TikTok → @thesparkleprojectpodSubscribe + Review:If this episode encouraged you, share it with a fellow mom and leave a 5-star review! Send us a text
