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Mamahood After Trauma | Healing Childhood Trauma, Parenting Triggers & Emotional Regulation for Moms

Emily Cleghorn| Trauma Informed Trigger Recovery Coach for Moms
Trauma
Parenting
Mamahood After Trauma
Motherhood
Emotional Regulation
Healing
Nervous System
Trauma Recovery
Trauma-Informed Parenting
Shame
Grief
Self-Care
Childhood Trauma
Trauma Healing
Mental Health
Identity
Boundaries
Mindfulness
Emily Cleghorn
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Are you a mama healing from childhood trauma while trying to stop repeating the patterns you grew up with? You’re not alone — and you’re in the right place.

I’m Emily Cleghorn, trauma-surviving mama of two and Trigger Recovery Coach for Mamas. Mamahood After Trauma is where we stop pretending we’re “fine” and start healing out loud.

This podcast explores what happens when your past shows up in y... more

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After years of childhood abuse and managing seven pillboxes of medication, Thayne Martin says he now lives without them—and credits hands-on experiences that helped him rebuild connection and emotional awareness. In this candid conversation with Emil... more

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Many trauma-surviving mothers are haunted by the fear: "What if I become the person who hurt me?" This episode dives into the heart-wrenching moments when old patterns surface, and self-doubt takes over, making you question your ability to parent dif... more

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In this episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily Cleghorn welcomes mindfulness and children's wellness specialist Veronica Moya for an empowering conversation about healing and intentional parenting.

Veronica shares how mindfulness transformed h... more

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In this powerful episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily Cleghorn dives into the challenging moments when a child's tantrum or defiance unexpectedly brings up overwhelming emotions from the past. She names the specific struggle of feeling hijack... more

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Recent Guests

Veronica Moya
Mindfulness and children's wellness specialist
veronikamoya.com
Episode: How Can Mindfulness Help Trauma-Surviving Mamas and Their Children Heal Together?
Jody Hill
Parenting coach who helps parents influence their kids through words; author of The Parent Secret Superpower
Jody Hill Parenting
Episode: Why Saying “You’re Enough” to Yourself Changes Everything in Motherhood
Monique Thompson
Licensed professional counselor, trauma-informed life coach
Episode: How Can Mothers Heal from Family-of-Origin Trauma and Break the Cycle?
Ranae Van Roekel
Guest sharing her trauma story and healing journey
Connecting to Cope
Episode: The Untold Impact of Unhealed Trauma on Motherhood and How to Begin the Healing Journey
J. Rosemarie Francis
Founder of Solo Moms Talk Podcast; advocate for single moms in trauma recovery
Solo Moms Talk / Be Transformed discovery group participant
Episode: When Your Husband Walks Out and Your House Looks Like a Tornado Hit It — Now What?
Amanda Scott
Author and advocate helping people heal from abuse
Author
Episode: When Love Hurts: Identifying the Subtle Signs of Abuse and Finding Your Way Back
Antoinette Elliott
Mother, childcare center founder
Alcelite Childcare
Episode: Why Flexible Childcare Hours Are a Game-Changer for Moms Recovering from Trauma
Paula Yost
Author of Tumbleweeds; attorney and licensed clinical mental health therapist
Author of Tumbleweeds; Attorney; Therapist
Episode: The Untold Emotional Toll of Premature Birth and How to Rebuild After Trauma
Emily Beacher
Life coach focusing on neurodivergent women over 35; author/creator involved in storytelling around trauma
Self-described; coach and writer
Episode: When “Good Enough” Is More Than Enough: Parenting Through Postnatal Challenges and ADHD

Host

Emily Cleghorn
Host of Mamahood After Trauma; trauma survivor guiding conversations and healing resources for moms

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Devorah

    Emily is a thoughtful attentive host with a keen awareness for the needs of her audience. She's created an important container that breaks down barriers while also supporting new ways to discuss trauma recovery. It was a joy to connect with her.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    -DHB
    United States9 months ago
  • Must Listen for Parents!

    Such an important and validating podcast - highly recommend!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan13386
    United Statesa year ago
  • Meaningful conversation

    Thanks for hosting me. I enjoyed our beautiful, organic conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oelking
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wonderful conversation.

    Emily is so great! Our conversation was quick but packed with lots of good information. She's an engaged and insightful host that truly cares about her listeners. I highly recommend Emily and the Mamahood After Trauma podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SoarwithTapping
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wise woman.

    Emily holds the space of wisdom and focus that helps mothers thrive. Great host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heather Ann Ferri.
    United Statesa year ago

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Audience notes the show provides practical, actionable steps for managing triggers and parenting with calmer approaches.
Listeners praise the host for creating a compassionate space that validates trauma and supports healing.
Guests and topics are consistently described as insightful and empowering for moms navigating trauma.
Many listeners appreciate authentic storytelling and the host's ability to frame conversations with empathy and expertise.

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How Does Childhood Trauma Impact Children’s Weight and Emotional Health?
Q: What exactly do you do at Step Together to help parents and kids move beyond diet-focused approaches?
We focus on awareness of the emotional world, provide a mirror for parents to reflect, and connect child behavior to deeper emotional patterns, then guide families to healthier coping mechanisms and safer environments.
How Does Childhood Trauma Impact Children’s Weight and Emotional Health?
Q: How did you find it out that the nervous system is protecting itself by returning to food?
Through self-reflection, timeline tracing, and connecting emotional triggers to behaviors, which helped reveal the underlying nervous-system responses driving weight gain.
The Untold Impact of Unhealed Trauma on Motherhood and How to Begin the Healing Journey
Q: What was the turning point in Ranae's healing journey?
The decision to turn herself in and the moment she chose honesty and accountability, guided by her role as a mother and the need to protect her children, which led her to seek therapy and start healing.
Why Flexible Childcare Hours Are a Game-Changer for Moms Recovering from Trauma
Q: If you could share a little bit about your story and what you do to help families, where should listeners start?
Antoinette explains her move to Georgia, starting with a small family setup, expanding to an extended-hours center, and the emphasis on crisis-prevention training for staff to accurately respond to underlying issues behind a misbehaving child or distressed parent.
Are You a People-Pleaser? Understanding Trauma's Impact on Your Relationships
Q: What are some of the common things you see in your work?
They discuss how trauma shapes people-pleasing, the different assertiveness styles, and how childhood dynamics influence adult relationships, with a focus on finding a balanced approach that fits each person.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mamahood After Trauma

What is Mamahood After Trauma about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on healing from childhood or birth trauma within the context of motherhood. Across episodes, the conversations blend trauma-informed education with actionable tools for emotional regulation, establishing healthy boundaries, and breaking generational patterns. Guests tend to be trauma survivors, clinicians, authors, or advocates who share practical strategies for navigating parenting triggers, managing burnout, and rebuilding identity and self-trust. A notable throughline is building supportive communities and leveraging resources like guided quizzes and membership spaces to sustain progress. The tone is empathetic and solution-focused, making it helpful for listeners seeking validation, real-world guidance, and a path towar... more

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1. Veronica Moya
2. Jody Hill
3. Monique Thompson
4. Ranae Van Roekel
5. J. Rosemarie Francis
6. Amanda Scott
7. Antoinette Elliott
8. Paula Yost

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