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The Nurture Network
Parenting today asks a lot of us.
We're raising children in a completely different world than the one we grew up in. We're trying to break cycles, understand big feelings, heal old wounds, navigate endless parenting advice, and somehow stay connected to ourselves in the
process.
If you've ever wondered, "Why is this so hard?" or "Am I doing this right?" you're in the right place.
The Nurture Network is a podcast for thoughtful moms who want to parent with more intention, confidence, and connection. Hosted by Certified Parent Coach Jess Baldenhofer of Mother Nurture Coaching, each episode explores the real challenges of modern parenting—from understanding behavior and setting boundaries to regulating your nervous system, breaking generational patterns, and staying rooted in your values.
This isn't a podcast about being a perfect parent. It's about becoming a more aware one.
Through honest conversations, practical tools, and fresh perspectives, you'll learn how to better understand yourself, better understand your child, and create a parenting approach that feels aligned with who you are and what matters most to your family.
Because parenting isn't just about raising children—it's also an opportunity to grow yourself.
Subscribe and join us inside The Nurture Network.
Learn more at www.mothernurturecoaching.com
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Disclaimer: The Nurture Network Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. While I'm a Certified Parent Coach, I am not a therapist or medical professional. The ideas and tools shared here are meant to support your parenting journey but are not a substitute for professional mental health, medical, or therapeutic care. If you need personalized support, I encourage you to connect with a qualified licensed professional. You don't have to navigate life's challenges alone, and reaching out for help is often one of the most caring things you can do for yourself and your family.
The Nurture Network
The Work-Life Balance Myth (And What Moms Actually Need)
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We've been told that if we could just find better work-life balance, we'd finally feel less overwhelmed, less guilty, and more present. But what if balance isn't the goal at all?
In this episode, Jess is joined by Work-Life Harmony Coach & Strategist Amy Pierre-Russo for an honest conversation about why so many working moms feel like they're constantly falling short—and how the traditional idea of work-life balance often creates more pressure than peace.
Together, they explore where mom guilt really comes from, why trying to control everything can leave us feeling even more overwhelmed, and how shifting from compartmentalizing our lives to integrating them can create more honesty, support, and ease.
If you've ever felt like you're succeeding at work while failing at home—or finally present with your family but falling behind professionally—this conversation will remind you that the problem isn't you. It may just be the model you've been trying to follow.
Connect with Amy:
🌿 Hustle to Harmony: https://www.coachingwamy.com/
Amy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingw_amy/
Before you go
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Ways to work with me:
If this episode resonated, I'd love to support you.
• Start with a Free Parent Reset Call to talk through what's feeling hard and determine the best next step.
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www.mothernurturecoaching.com
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You deserve to be nurtured. 🌸
