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The Nurture Network

Do you ever feel stuck in the overwhelm of parenting while trying to break free from the patterns you grew up with? The Nurture Network Podcast is a parenting podcast for moms seeking practical tools to raise kids with intention while breaking generational cycles. Hosted by Certified Parent Coach Jess Baldenhofer of Mother Nurture Coaching, each episode offers expert advice, heartfelt conversations, and a supportive space to help moms feel empowered, connected, and confident in their parenting journey. Subscribe now and leave a review to help more moms find this supportive community!

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Disclaimer: The Nurture Network Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. While I’m a certified parent coach, I am not a therapist or medical professional. This podcast is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional mental health support. If you need personalized guidance, I encourage you to seek support from a licensed professional. Remember, you’re not alone in this journey, and getting the right help is an important part of self-care.

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Episodes

18 episodes

S1 Ep17: Motherhood, Mental Health, and the Power of Support — with Dowa Health

When support shows up, everything changes. In this powerful conversation, Jess sits down with Stella Falkner, founder of Dowa Health, to explore what happens when maternal depression and a...

November 03, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 17 • 33:54

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S1 Ep16: When Joy Feels Out of Reach in Motherhood (and How to Find It Again)

Do you love your kids but secretly struggle to enjoy motherhood? You’re not alone. In this honest episode of The Nurture Network, parent coach Jess Baldenhofer dives deep into why motherhood can feel so heavy—even when you lov...

October 13, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 16 • 37:47

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S1 Ep15: Understanding Somatics: Parenting From Body and Mind (with Lauraine Mann)

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your head, overwhelmed by your child’s big emotions, or unsure how to stay calm in the chaos—this episode is for you.In this conversation, Jess is joined by psychosomatic practitioner Lauraine Mann to ...

September 18, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 15 • 51:21

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S1 Ep 14: Why Scripts Fail—and the Parenting Process That Works

In this week’s episode of The Nurture Network, we explore why parenting scripts—that perfect response you rehearse in your head—rarely work. Instead, what transforms behavior is a process: a thoughtful approach rooted...

August 01, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 14 • 19:35

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S1 Ep13: The Boundaries Behind Bedtime — with Ella Hanover

In this episode of The Nurture Network, Jess talks with pediatric sleep coach Ella Hanover about why sleep is one of the first—and hardest—boundaries parents set. Together, they explore how sleep challenges go deeper than bedtime routi...

June 20, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 13 • 47:30

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S1 Ep12: Peaceful, Conscious, Mindful: A New Era of Parenting

In this episode of The Nurture Network, Jess explores why modern parenting looks so different from the way we were raised. From peaceful parenting to conscious and mindful approaches, today’s parents are trying to break generational cy...

June 13, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 12 • 14:29

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S1 Ep11: The Parenting Spiral: Why You Feel Stuck (and How to Get Out)

Do you ever end the day feeling defeated, wondering why parenting feels so hard—especially when you're trying to do it differently than you were raised? In this episode of The Nurture Network, Jess Baldenhofer breaks down the real reas...

June 06, 2025 • 16:58

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S1 Ep10: Mindful Parenting Through Hard Times with Reshma Kearney

In this heartfelt episode, mindfulness guide and solo mom Reshma Kearney shares her powerful journey of parenting through unimaginable loss and how mindfulness has helped her—and her children—navigate life’s hardest challenges. From caring for ...

May 23, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 10 • 54:06

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S1 Ep9: Boundaries Are More Than You Think

In this powerful episode of The Nurture Network, we're diving deep into the real reason boundaries feel so hard—especially for moms. If you struggle with people-pleasing, burnout, or guilt when trying to hold limits with your kids, thi...

May 09, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 9 • 13:52

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S1 Ep8: No One Taught You This — That’s Why It Feels So Hard

You’re trying to parent differently — more peacefully, more respectfully — but in the heat of the moment, you still end up yelling, threatening, or shutting down. Then you feel awful, stay up late Googling scripts or strategies, and promise tom...

May 02, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 8 • 17:11

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S1 Ep7: The Truth About Letting Your Kids Struggle

In this episode of The Nurture Network, we dive deep into the concept of letting your kids experience discomfort and struggle. Many parents feel the urge to protect their children from difficult emotions or situations, but this well-me...

April 18, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 7 • 19:07

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S1 Ep6: Cycle Breakers Need a Village Too

Are you trying to parent differently than the way you were raised—but finding it harder than you expected? In this powerful episode, we explore how generational patterns, childhood triggers, and unconscious responses shape the way we show up as...

April 11, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 6 • 15:55

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S1 Ep5: Effective Teamwork in Parenting: Strengthening Your Partnership

In this episode of The Nurture Network Podcast, we explore the power of teamwork in parenting. Parenting can feel overwhelming when you're shouldering it alone, but when you and your partner are aligned, it transforms the experience fo...

April 04, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 5 • 17:50

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S1 Ep4: Secrets to Staying Connected as They Grow

As kids grow, staying connected can feel harder. The once-chatty little one now gives one-word answers, prefers friends over family time, and maybe even pushes you away. But here’s the truth—your child wants connection just as much as ...

March 07, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 4 • 26:57

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S1 Ep3: Fostering Independence as Your Children Grow

Want to raise confident, capable kids who can navigate life with resilience? In this episode, we dive into why fostering independence is essential for your child’s emotional and mental well-being—backed by research. You’ll learn pract...

February 28, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 3 • 17:05

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S1 Ep2: Client Spotlight: Sarah's Parenting Journey

In this episode of The Nurture Network, I sit down with my longest-running client, Sarah, to talk about her journey through parent coaching—what led her to seek support, the biggest lessons she’s learned, and how coaching has transform...

February 21, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 2 • 46:17

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S1 Ep1: From MoMA to Moms: My Story

What if parenting felt less overwhelming and more aligned with your values? In this episode of The Nurture Network, I share my journey from museum educator to parent coach, the struggles that led me here, and the parenting approach tha...

February 14, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 1 • 11:49

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Welcome to The Nurture Network Podcast!Are you a mom trying to break the cycle of fear-based parenting and create a connected, peaceful family dynamic? Do you often feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how ...

January 28, 2025 • 1:32

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