Motherhood Alliance Podcast
If you’re a busy & health-focused mom or caregiver, we’re here to eliminate time wasted on researching, and instead, deliver natural & alternative remedies, tips, and tricks from reputable Northeast Wisconsin-based experts directly to your earbuds! The Motherhood Alliance podcast offers weekly episodes from small business experts who specialize in holistic approaches to health and wellness. We discuss topics on holistic living, stress management, sleep, physical and mental well-being, fitness, family wellness, birth, postpartum recovery, child development, functional medicine, being your own best advocate, and much more!
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Monday Sep 15, 2025
Monday Sep 15, 2025
In this episode, Kristen Humiston of Courageous Healing Therapy explains what it means to be an highly sensitive person (HSP) and how to move from overstimulated and overwhelmed to grounded and empowered. This conversation is a reminder that you (or your kids) sensitivity is something to embrace, not fix.
In this episode, we discuss:
Common traits of an HSP
The importance of setting boundaries
Raising highly sensitive kids
People pleasing & holding other's emotions
Tips for those who struggle with overstimulation and transitions between activities
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Kristen Humiston, owner of Courageous Healing Therapy based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Little Shifts, Big Impact: Mental Health for Moms
Part 2: How to Break Generational Patterns & Build Self-Compassion in Parenting
Part 3: Overstimulated & Overwhelmed: Highly Sensitive People
Part 4: Beyond Talk Therapy: Healing with Brainspotting and EMDR
Resources mentioned in this episode:
HSP Self-Tests
Connect with Kristen:
🔗 Kristen's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
In part two of our four-part series with Kristen Humiston of Courageous Healing Therapy, we dive into how generational patterns show up in parenting and how self-compassion can reshape both personal perspectives and parenting approaches. Plus, Kristen walks Brit and Drea through their own mini “therapy session,” giving a real-life peek at how powerful (and surprisingly simple) self-compassion can be.
In this episode, we discuss:
How our childhood bleeds into our parenting
The anxiety of being a mom
How to help our kids navigate frustration
The importance of apologizing to our kids
Helping our kids become resilient instead of fragile
How to speak self-compassion over yourself
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Kristen Humiston, owner of Courageous Healing Therapy based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Little Shifts, Big Impact: Mental Health for Moms
Part 2: How to Break Generational Patterns & Build Self-Compassion in Parenting
Part 3: Overstimulated & Overwhelmed: Highly Sensitive People
Part 4: Beyond Talk Therapy: Healing with Brainspotting and EMDR
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Blog article: Breaking Generational Trauma: A Mother’s Journey to Healing
Connect with Kristen:
🔗 Kristen's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Motherhood can feel overwhelming, but sometimes the smallest changes make the biggest difference. In this conversation with Kristen Humiston of Courageous Healing Therapy, we explore practical, manageable shifts moms can make to support their mental health, build lifelong friendships, and feel more grounded in everyday moments.
In this episode, we discuss:
Finding your own identity within motherhood
Navigating friendships as a mom
How to know when to seek therapy
Tips for finding calm in a stressful moment
Checking in with friends to see how they are doing
The Beauty Hunt
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Kristen Humiston, owner of Courageous Healing Therapy based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Little Shifts, Big Impact: Mental Health for Moms
Part 2: How to Break Generational Patterns & Build Self-Compassion in Parenting
Part 3: Overstimulated & Overwhelmed: Highly Sensitive People
Part 4: Beyond Talk Therapy: Healing with Brainspotting and EMDR
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Try Softer by Aundi Kolber
Strong like Water by Aundi Kolber
Connect with Kristen:
🔗 Kristen's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
In our last episode of this series, Dr. Mikhaila Riska takes us to the root of it all—the gut. She explains why your gut is truly your body’s health headquarters, how it impacts everything from bloating to brain fog, and the steps functional medicine uses to heal and restore balance. This episode will show you why the gut is where everyone should start when starting a health journey!
In this episode, we discuss:
Common & uncommon symptoms that could indicate gut imbalance
Causes of leaky gut
Parasite cleanses
Treatment options for gut imbalances
Antibiotics
The Gut Zoomer test
Tips for setting our kid's guts up for success
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Mikhaila Riska, the owner of Fox Valley Functional Medicine based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Why Functional Medicine Might Be the Missing Link in Your Health Journey
Part 2: Finding Hope for Allergies, Thyroid Disorders, Hashimoto's, and More
Part 3: All Things Hormones: DUTCH Testing, Cortisol, Menopause & More
Part 4: Your Gut is Your Health HQ: Why Everything Starts Here
❗Resources mentioned in this episode
Rowe Casa products
Earthly
Cellcore
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Connect with Dr. Mikhaila:
🔗 FVFM's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Hormones affect everything from energy to mood to long-term health—and in this episode, Dr. Mikhaila Riska from Fox Valley Functional Medicine is here to break it all down. Listen in to learn about DUTCH testing, PMS, cortisol, menopause, and more to help you understand what’s really going on in your body, no matter which phase of life you're currently in.
In this episode, we discuss:
How the DUTCH test works
The cyclical rhythm of hormones
The truth about PMS
The circadian rhythm/hormone connection
Options for avoiding common perimenopause/menopause symptoms
Potential reasons for the increase in estrogen dominance
Tips for maintaining happy hormones in daily life
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Mikhaila Riska, the owner of Fox Valley Functional Medicine based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Why Functional Medicine Might Be the Missing Link in Your Health Journey
Part 2: Finding Hope for Allergies, Thyroid Disorders, Hashimoto's, and More
Part 3: All Things Hormones: DUTCH Testing, Cortisol, Menopause & More
Part 4: Your Gut is Your Health HQ: Why Everything Starts Here
❗DISCOUNT - Rowe Casa products
❗ PROMO - Get $50 off initial evaluation with the code FVFM920
Connect with Dr. Mikhaila:
🔗 FVFM's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
In this episode, we discuss some of today’s most common (and most frustrating) health struggles with Dr. Mikhaila Riska, the owner of Fox Valley Functional Medicine. If you’ve been diagnosed with allergies, a thyroid disorder, Hashimoto’s, or something similar, or are just curious about functional medicine's approach to healing for these conditions, this conversation will remind you that answers (and relief) are always possible.
In this episode, we discuss functional medicine's approach for helping:
Anxiety/depression
Thyroid function
Hashimoto's / other autoimmune disorders
Functional medicine timeline
Food & seasonal allergies
Pediatrics
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Mikhaila Riska, the owner of Fox Valley Functional Medicine based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Why Functional Medicine Might Be the Missing Link in Your Health Journey
Part 2: Finding Hope for Allergies, Thyroid Disorders, Hashimoto's, and More
Part 3: All Things Hormones: DUTCH Testing, Cortisol, Menopause & More
Part 4: Your Gut is Your Health HQ: Why Everything Starts Here
❗ PROMO - Get $50 off initial evaluation with the code FVFM920
Connect with Dr. Mikhaila:
🔗 FVFM's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
📢New 4-part series alert! In this kickoff conversation with Dr. Mikhaila Riska of Fox Valley Functional Medicine, we dive into how functional medicine takes a deeper, root-cause approach to health than traditional healthcare, what to expect from a functional medicine journey, and more. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, stuck, or searching for answers beyond the conventional model, this episode will open the door to a fresh perspective.
In this episode, we discuss:
Educational requirements to become a functional medicine expert
The differences between functional and traditional medicine
What to expect when working with a functional medicine provider
Insight into how professional supplements are recommended
Vitamins/mineral recommendations for everyday health
Functional medicine during the pregnancy/postpartum season
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Mikhaila Riska, the owner of Fox Valley Functional Medicine based out of Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Why Functional Medicine Might Be the Missing Link in Your Health Journey
Part 2: Finding Hope for Allergies, Thyroid Disorders, Hashimoto's, and More
Part 3: All Things Hormones: DUTCH Testing, Cortisol, Menopause & More
Part 4: Your Gut is Your Health HQ: Why Everything Starts Here
❗ PROMO - Get $50 off initial evaluation with the code FVFM920
Connect with Dr. Mikhaila:
🔗 FVFM's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Monday Aug 18, 2025
🎶 Music does more than make us smile—it helps our kids grow! In this episode, Bridget Dean of Beyond ABC and music therapist Jessica Liederbach of Carousel Music Therapy share how music supports emotional regulation, social skills, speech, and motor development. Whether it’s clapping, singing, or dancing, you’ll learn how simple musical moments can have a big impact on your child’s growth.
In this episode, we discuss:
What music therapy is and who it's for
How music impacts a child's brain development
The scientific connection between music and the brain
How to use music to connect with your child at home
The powerful combination of music and community
How to use music to increase joy & decrease anxiety
This episode is part of a 3-part series with Bridget Dean, the owner of Beyond ABC based out of De Pere, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Finding Connection in Motherhood
Part 2: Building Children's Brain and Body Confidence Through Play
Part 3: Groove & Grow: Music Therapy’s Role in Childhood Development
Connect with Bridget:
🔗 Bridget's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
Connect with Jessica Liederbach (owner of Carousel Music Therapy):
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Play isn’t just fun for kids—it’s foundational!🤸♀️ In this episode, Bridget Dean, owner of Beyond ABC based out of De Pere, shares not only how purposeful play supports brain development, boosts body confidence, and builds essential life skills in young children—but also how to realistically incorporate it into your everyday life.
In this episode, we discuss:
Child-led vs. parent-led vs. didactic play
How to balance the different types of play for optimal development
Pinterest-perfect motherhood vs reality
Low- lift play ideas for exhausted parents
Using repetition & "serve & return" to help a child's brain development
This episode is part of a 3-part series with Bridget Dean, the owner of Beyond ABC based out of De Pere, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Finding Connection in Motherhood
Part 2: Building Children's Brain and Body Confidence Through Play
Part 3: Groove & Grow: Music Therapy’s Role in Childhood Development
Connect with Bridget:
🔗 Bridget's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
Monday Aug 11, 2025
Monday Aug 11, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Bridget Dean, founder of Beyond ABC, Wisconsin's only PlayWisely-certified developmental wellness center, to talk about her personal journey into motherhood and how it inspired her to create a space for moms and littles to feel connected, supported, and seen. If you’re an introvert, new to motherhood, or just craving real connection, this episode is full of real-life experience and encouragement to help you make real friendships & connections (even when it feels hard).
In this episode, we discuss:
Bridget's experience becoming a new mother during COVID
Why in person human connection is key for babies, kids and adults
The importance of getting out of the house during early motherhood
How socialization at a young age helps childhood development
Advice for introverts or new moms who want to make mom friends
This episode is part of a 3-part series with Bridget Dean, the owner of Beyond ABC based out of De Pere, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Finding Connection in Motherhood
Part 2: Building Children's Brain and Body Confidence Through Play
Part 3: Groove & Grow: Music Therapy’s Role in Childhood Development
Connect with Bridget:
🔗 Bridget's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
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