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Mom Wars

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Bethany Mandel and Kara Kennedy are taking on the mommy wars head on; talking the latest hot topics in parenting, relationships, dating and more.

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Bethany is packing six kids for Greece and Israel, Kara has just imported sausage rolls via Belgium and sent her husband to Alaska on a whim, and somehow that all leads to… Grandma Jan and the daughters-in-law she tries to leave at home during her fa... more

In this week’s episode, we kicked things off by swapping midwife horror stories and debated the question every expectant mother eventually faces: to doula, or not to doula?

In the latest episode of The Mom Wars, Bethany talks us through her weightloss journey with Zepbound, and the girls discuss the latest postpartum body discourse.

Madeline Schultz rejoins the Mom Wars after the birth of her second baby, which she calls redemptive. She dives into her latest piece about Restorative Reproductive Medicine and how it found itself in the culture war up against IVF.

Washington Exami... more

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Recent Guests

Madeline Freischultz
Contributors editor at The Washington Examiner, friend of the podcast
The Washington Examiner
Episode: Redemptive Birth and Restorative Reproductive Medicine
Arden Jamison
A mom of five who shares her approaches to parenting and childbirth.
Episode: New Friends and Free Births
Leland Vittert
Host of On Balance with Leland Vittert on NewsNation and author of 'Born Lucky'
NewsNation
Episode: Born Lucky
Melissa Strauss
New York-based content creator and influencer known for exploring Orthodox Judaism and culinary traditions.
Episode: Influentially Jewish
Brielle Persun
Communications specialist and proprietor of the Instagram account Books with Brielle
Books with Brielle
Episode: Resilience
Nicki Neily
President of Defending Education
Defending Education
Episode: Defending Education
Abby Roth
Known as classically Abby, relaunching her brand to focus on being the first generation stay-at-home mom
First Gen Stay At Home Mom
Episode: Classically SAHM
Tracy Beth Høeg
Senior Advisor for Clinical Sciences at the FDA
FDA
Episode: Pregnancy and Antidepressants
Kate Johnson
A registered nurse focused on health promotions, active advocate for health in family contexts
Episode: House Call from Nurse Kate

Hosts

Bethany Mandel
Co-host of the podcast, a homeschooling mom of six, writer and contributor to notable publications including the New York Post and the Washington Examiner.
Kara Kennedy
Co-host of the podcast and contributing writer at The Free Press, known for her insights related to motherhood and family dynamics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • Fav New-ish Podcast

    I love listening to these two, and not just cause I know them. 🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrsCMFrancis
    United States2 months ago
  • Too many interruptions

    Bethany please stop interrupting everyone else by bringing the conversation back to yourself.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DW-1542
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    I have been loving this podcast! Look forward to each new episode ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ridjohn
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Show to Run to!

    Love this show! I’m a mom of four, and I relate to the struggles and joys of parenting. My two oldest are 17 months apart, and it is the best age gap.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tbgrew
    United States4 months ago
  • Fav podcast

    Love this podcast and I never miss a show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Texasrose-dsg
    United States4 months ago

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Overall, the emerging sentiment is that it's a go-to podcast for parents seeking camaraderie and insight into family life.
There are some critiques regarding interruptions during episodes, suggesting that hosts could improve the flow of conversations.
Many find the discussions refreshing, emphasizing normal conversations about motherhood without sensationalism.
Listeners appreciate the relatable content and the authenticity of the hosts' experiences.

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Born Lucky
Q: Did you have any coaching from your dad on how to teach your autistic kid how to date?
My dad was very direct and realistic about what I was good at and what I wasn't, especially regarding relationships and emotional understanding.
Born Lucky
Q: What did you look like as a kid and how did this progress?
I struggled to relate to kids my own age and faced bullying and isolation during my childhood.
Defending Education
Q: What was the end result of the K-12 anti-Semitism hearing on the Hill?
The hearing revealed that Congress struggles to grasp K-12 issues as they do with higher education, indicating a need for continued engagement on these matters.
Influentially Jewish
Q: What are your tips for navigating large volumes of food for Jewish holidays?
Melissa emphasizes the importance of preparing in advance, freezing meals, and reading recipes thoroughly before cooking.
Influentially Jewish
Q: How did you decide to write a cookbook? Why would you do such a thing to yourself?
Melissa shares that she had no clue about the challenges of writing a cookbook before embarking on the journey, especially the editing process.

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What is Mom Wars about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers a candid and relatable exploration of the complexities of parenting and family life, tackling a variety of topics relevant to modern mothers. The hosts share personal anecdotes, anecdotal experiences, and humorous insights that resonate with listeners navigating similar challenges in motherhood. Common themes include debates on education, body image, reproductive health, and the societal expectations surrounding parenting choices. With a focus on authenticity and community support, episodes reflect a blend of lighthearted banter and serious discussions, making it a refreshing voice in the parenting podcast landscape.

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Mom Wars launched 10 months ago and published 28 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Madeline Freischultz
2. Arden Jamison
3. Leland Vittert
4. Melissa Strauss
5. Brielle Persun
6. Nicki Neily
7. Abby Roth
8. Tracy Beth Høeg

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