The Mom Room

EP463. Welcome to the very first episode of 2025! In this special episode of The Mom Room, host Renee kicks off the new year by diving deep into a powerful exercise she heard on The Mel Robbins Podcast. Mel challenged her listeners to reflect on their 2024 before setting goals for the upcoming year, and Renee is doing the same! In this episode, Renee takes you through the first three of Mel’s seven thought-provoking questions, offering personal insights and reflections on the past year. From examining moments of growth to recognizing the lessons learned, Renee shows how these reflections can lay the groundwork for intentional goal-setting in 2025. Get ready to pause, reflect, and dive deep into what really mattered in 2024. Stay tuned for the next episode, where Renee will answer the final four questions and share her next steps for a successful and fulfilling year ahead. Tune in and start your year with purpose! SPONSORS   Calm — Get 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/MOMROOM Beam — Get up to 35% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/momroom and use code momroom at checkout. FitXR — Go to Meta.com to purchase a Meta Quest headset with FitXR bundle fitxr.com/bundle Wayfair — Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to wayfair.com right now! IRestore — Reverse hair loss with @iRestorelaser and get $625 off with the code MOMROOM at irestorelaser.com/MOMROOM! RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP462. Renee shares about her first experience on a cruise! She sailed for 3 nights on Disney's newest ship, The Treasure. She discusses the onboard amenities, entertainment options, dining options, and compares the Disney Cruise experience to a traditional all-inclusive resort vacation. With insights on family-friendly activities, dining, and the unique Disney touch, Renee emphasizes the joy of experiencing such a vacation with children. She concludes with recommendations for future Disney Cruisers and recommends THIS article to learn more. *Renee was hosted by Disney Cruise Lines for a media sailing* SPONSORS   FitXR — Go to Meta.com to purchase a Meta Quest headset with FitXR bundle fitxr.com/bundle Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/MOMROOM.  Calm — Get 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/MOMROOM IRestore — Reverse hair loss with @iRestorelaser and get $625 off with the code MOMROOM at irestorelaser.com/MOMROOM! Beam — Get up to 35% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/momroom and use code momroom at checkout. RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP461: This episode is a revisit! Lately, Renee has been getting lots of questions about ADHD since she started posting about taking her prescribed medication, with people wanting to know more about how ADHD presents in women, treatment options, and just general questions about diagnoses. In this revisit episode, Renee speaks with Dr. Melissa Shepard about all the above in a candid and engaging chat that keeps overall mental health and wellness at the forefront. DR. MELISSA SHEPARD Instagram: @doctorshepard_md TikTok: @doctorshepard_md Youtube: @MelissaShepardMD SPONSORS   FitXR — Go to Meta.com to purchase a Meta Quest headset with FitXR bundle fitxr.com/bundle Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/MOMROOM.  Calm — Get 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/MOMROOM IRestore — Reverse hair loss with @iRestorelaser and get $625 off with the code MOMROOM at irestorelaser.com/MOMROOM! Beam — Get up to 35% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/momroom and use code momroom at checkout. RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP460. Renee had a mom guilt moment the other day about none other than the damn elf on the shelf. In this episode she talks about that experience, explains the rules of the elf on the shelf (which she didn't realize were so particular). Finally, she talks about the mental load of it all and shares some of the listener's feedback! SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.    Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com    FitXR — Go to Meta.com to purchase a Meta Quest headset with FitXR bundle fitxr.com/bundle Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/MOMROOM.    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP459: Renee is back this week talking to Janelle Riddle, who recently went viral on TikTok for a post aimed at the complex (and sometimes toxic) mother-in-law/daughter-in-law dynamic. No doubt that this can be a tricky relationship to navigate, especially with the generational differences in parenting that exist now. But there’s always room for common ground, and of course this relationship can be perfectly healthy if there are honest discussions on both sides. Janelle talks about setting expectations and clear boundaries, especially during the stressful postpartum period, to maintain a good relationship. Tune in for some insightful chats about both women’s experiences with their own MILs and why social media has given them a new platform to share and heal from their experiences. Follow Janelle on Tiktok and Insta @heyjanellemarie SPONSORS   FitXR — Go to Meta.com to purchase a Meta Quest headset with FitXR bundle fitxr.com/bundle Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/MOMROOM.  Calm — Get 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/MOMROOM IRestore — Reverse hair loss with @iRestorelaser and get $625 off with the code MOMROOM at irestorelaser.com/MOMROOM! Beam — Get up to 35% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/momroom and use code momroom at checkout. RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP458. In this solo episode, Renee chats about a recent unexpected snow day, an upcoming Disney cruise, and why she has been storying less on Instagram. In the pop culture segment she talks about Dwayne Johnson's surprising answer to the question "do you ever have fun?" and, she asks the questions we are all wondering about the Swift-Kelce Thanksgiving that took place this past weekend. Finally, she chats book! Specifically, what you guys said when she asked for cozy holiday book recommendations! SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.    Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com    FitXR — Go to Meta.com to purchase a Meta Quest headset with FitXR bundle fitxr.com/bundle Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/MOMROOM.    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP457: This week, Renee chats with Jo Mathisen, a producer behind the groundbreaking documentary The M Factor, which explores the very misunderstood and almost taboo topic of menopause. The conversation touches on everything from personal experiences with difficult symptoms to the creation of the film itself to the self-advocacy work that Jo stresses every woman should be doing. Jo also talks about the eye-popping revelation that through her own journey, she was repeatedly misdiagnosed and under-cared for, as there was a severe lack of knowledge and understanding in the medical establishment about this significant phase in women’s lives. As a result, one of the film’s key goals is to normalize menopause, raise awareness, and advocate for better education, both for women and medical professionals. Tune in for an enlightening and important conversation about women’s health! Find out more information on the film at themfactorfilm.com or on socials @themfactor SPONSORS  Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/MOMROOM.  Calm — Get 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/MOMROOM IRestore — Reverse hair loss with @iRestorelaser and get $625 off with the code MOMROOM at irestorelaser.com/MOMROOM! RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP456. In this solo episode, Renee Reina opens up about her personal journey with ADHD, including what it’s been like taking medication for the first time and the changes she’s trying to make to avoid burnout. In the pop culture segment, Renee dives into the latest Vanderpump Rules news, including the recent news that Schwartz & Sandy’s restaurant is closing and how the upcoming season of Vanderpump Rules will feature an all-new cast of servers at SUR and no original cast members. Finally, in the parenting segment, Renee has an honest rant about the external pressures couples face when it comes to intimacy. She discusses how there is no "one size fits all" when it comes to relationships and intimacy, and why it’s important to remove judgment and create space for what works for you and your partner. Tune in for a candid and heartfelt conversation about mental health, pop culture, and relationship dynamics! SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.    Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com    FitXR — Go to Meta.com to purchase a Meta Quest headset with FitXR bundle fitxr.com/bundle Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/MOMROOM.    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP455. This week, Renee is joined by Libby Ward, creator of the wildly popular Diary of an Honest Mom TikTok and Instagram account. The two cover everything from keeping up with trends on TikTok to dealing with nagging feelings of imposter syndrome to the best reality TV. With her kids now 8 and 10, Libby reflects on how much things have changed for her since she was in the ‘trenches’ in the early days of motherhood, especially during the pandemic years. She’s channeling all those lessons learned into a new book she’s in the process of writing, due out sometime in 2026! Tune in for candid and relatable insights on navigating life as a creator, mother, and business owner, all while balancing mental health and the pursuit of personal passions. You can follow Libby on all socials as @diaryofanhonestmom or check out her website:  https://diaryofanhonestmom.com/ SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.    Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com    FitXR — Go to Meta.com to purchase a Meta Quest headset with FitXR bundle fitxr.com/bundle Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/MOMROOM.    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP454. In this solo episode of The Mom Room Podcast, I dive into some valuable parenting tips on teaching your kids about kindness, charity, and the importance of donating. I share practical ways to instill these values early on, helping to raise compassionate little humans. I also chat about Claudia Oshry's pregnancy announcement!! I discuss an article about working as a team with your partner. And, I vent about how, as parents, we rarely get the chance to watch our favorite TV shows anymore—why is it so hard to find time for a good binge? Tune in for a mix of parenting wisdom, pop culture thoughts, and a little humor about the realities of life with young kids! SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.    Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com    FitXR — Go to Meta.com to purchase a Meta Quest headset with FitXR bundle fitxr.com/bundle Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/MOMROOM.    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP453: Aurora Culpo joins Renee to share her candid journey through motherhood, divorce, and wellness. From navigating the challenges of co-parenting and overcoming a nicotine addiction to finding balance with fitness and self-care, Aurora opens up about her experiences with refreshing honesty. They discuss the highs and lows of the newborn phase, her PCOS diagnosis, and what filming The Culpo Sisters was really like. Aurora also reveals her go-to wellness hacks, favorite beauty item, true thoughts on Taylor Swift, her dream reality TV show, and so much more.     Be sure to follow Aurora on Instagram @auroraculpo   SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.    Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com    FitXR — Go to Meta.com to purchase a Meta Quest headset with FitXR bundle fitxr.com/bundle Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/MOMROOM.    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP452. In this solo episode of The Mom Room Podcast, host Renee Reina is back from her family trip to Cancun, Mexico, and she's sharing all the details! Renee gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at her vacation experience. She talks about the highs and the lows, the challenges of traveling with kids, and what her next vacation plans are. Renee also dives into two fascinating documentaries: Chimp Crazy on HBO, which explores the world of captive chimpanzees and the controversial research surrounding them, and Martha, the Netflix docuseries on the iconic Martha Stewart. Tune in for all the travel stories, documentary insights, and a little mom-life real talk—because it wouldn't be The Mom Room Podcast without it! SPONSORS   Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to www.uncommongoods.com/momroom Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com  Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.  RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  Youtube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP451. One of our most popular guests, Dr. Ashurina Ream, is back in The Mom Room to discuss burnout. The conversation naturally leads to this new age of intensive parenting and how that increases the likelihood of burnout. Dr. Ream offers small steps you can take to break the intensive cycle, how to bring it up to your partner, and the pendulum swing from disengaged parenting to millennials trying to heal.   Be sure to follow Dr. Ashurina Ream @psychedmommy, and check out Episode 261 for her previous appearance!   SPONSORS   Uncommon Goods — To get 15% off your next gift, go to www.uncommongoods.com/momroom Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com  Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.  RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  Youtube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP450. We're revisiting one of our favourite episodes where Renee shares some of her best pieces of advice for moms and parents. Whether you're a new mom or a seasoned mom, these practical and relatable tips will leave you feeling understood. If you know a new mom who could use some encouragement or fresh perspective, be sure to share this episode with her! Let’s spread some love, advice, and solidarity to the moms who need it most. Tune in now to hear Renee’s top three pieces of advice that every mom needs to hear! SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com  iRestore — Listeners get $600 off their order when you use code MOMROOM at iRestorelaser.com    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  Youtube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP449. Author and podcast host Amy Wilson joins Renee (live in New York!) to discuss people pleasing in motherhood, and, well, life! She talks about her background as an actor, transition into motherhood, and new book, Happy to Help: Adventures of a People Pleaser. The two discuss what a people pleaser is and how she is different after writing the book. Lastly, she shares some of the best advice she’s received before tackling Renee’s rapid fire.   Be sure to follow @amywlsn, check out her books, and listen to What Fresh Hell wherever you get your podcasts.     SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com  iRestore — Listeners get $600 off their order when you use code MOMROOM at iRestorelaser.com    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  Youtube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP448. Renee went to London with Hayu to attend the first ever Hayu FanFest! In this episode she recaps her trip to London, what interviewing Craig & Austen was like, and she spills the tea on Hayu's FanFest! Stay tuned at the end for Renee's interview with Craig Conover and Austen Kroll! Catch up on every season of Southern Charm on Hayu! SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.  Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com  iRestore — Listeners get $600 off their order when you use code MOMROOM at iRestorelaser.com    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  Youtube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP447. Supernanny Jo Frost joins Renee to further the conversation on the importance of nuance we had last week with Dr. Cotler. Jo explains how she doesn’t follow trends, she does what works, and that hasn’t changed. She stresses the need for nuance and context, something social media reels, infographics, and scripts don’t consider. She makes the distinction between authoritative and authoritarian very clear, explaining how authoritative is the middle ground between authoritarian and permissive which she strives for. She highlights increased challenges for parents in the modern world and emphasizes the importance of community.   Be sure to follow @jofrost and check out jofrost.com    SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.  Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com  iRestore — Listeners get $600 off their order when you use code MOMROOM at iRestorelaser.com    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  Youtube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP.446 Thursday’s episodes are are all about catching up with Renee, pop culture news, parents in the news, and TV/book/movie chats! TODAY’S EPISODE: Pre-Trip Anxiety Big Boy Bezos For The Win! Musical Nostalgia Will Vanderpump Rules Return? Taylor Swift's Economic Impact Social Content: The 15 Minute "Break" The Library Book SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.  Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com  iRestore — Listeners get $600 off their order when you use code MOMROOM at iRestorelaser.com    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  Youtube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP445. Psychologist Dr Tanya Cotler, one of Renee’s favourite guests, is back on the podcast to talk about gentle parenting: where it came from, what it was intended to be, and what it became. She highlights the myths of gentle parenting and Renee shares some challenging moments she’s had with Milo recently that sparked this conversation. Dr. Cotler makes sure to bring attention to the nuance, perspective, and boundaries needed to navigate the age of gentle parenting.  Be sure to follow @drcotler and check out drtanyacotler.com    SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.  Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com  iRestore — Listeners get $600 off their order when you use code MOMROOM at iRestorelaser.com    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  Youtube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EP.444 Thursday’s episodes are are all about catching up with Renee, pop culture news, parents in the news, and TV/book/movie chats! TODAY’S EPISODE: 00:00 Hanson Nostalgia and Musical Memories 03:00 Concert Outfits 05:59 Midlife Crisis = Mormon Hair & Cute Nails 08:58 Shawn Mendes Album Release Drama 12:02 Taylor Swift's Cultural Impact 15:02 Basic : The New Reality TV Bar 17:59 SAVE THE MILK! 26:31 Liza & Renee share their breastfeeding journeys 😂 29:15 What is Intensive Parenting 41:03 Finding Balance in Parenting and Life 48:00 Should Renee Get Kicked Out of Book Club? SPONSORS   Lumen — Go to lumen.me/MOMROOM to get 15% off your Lumen.  Manscaped — Get 20% off + free shipping with the code momroom20 at Manscaped.com  iRestore — Listeners get $600 off their order when you use code MOMROOM at iRestorelaser.com    RENEE REINA   Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina   TikTok: @thereneereina   Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community  Youtube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room Podcast  LIZA JEAN Instagram: @thelizajean Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices