36: We've Been Mom-Shamed. Here's The Truth No One Wants to Admit

30/09/2025 32 min Episodio 36
36: We've Been Mom-Shamed. Here's The Truth No One Wants to Admit

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In this episode, it’s just us, Kate and Jordan, unpacking the messy world of mom shaming. No experts, no guests… just two moms questioning whether shame is really coming from others or from inside ourselves.We talk openly about daycare, breastfeeding vs formula, sleep training, food choices, circumcision, and schooling. The conversation is unapologetic as we pull apart the facts from the feelings and ask why society has become so afraid of offending anyone.You’ll Learn:The reason daycare raises cortisol in babiesWhat happens when moms feel shame versus guiltThe link between breastfeeding and lifelong health outcomesThe damage of hiding facts from moms to protect their feelingsWhat it feels like to hear hard truths about feeding choicesThe reason “fed is best” became a marketing tool for formula companiesThe link between sleep training and long-term nervous system stressThe damage of nurses giving restrictive and outdated breastfeeding adviceThe reason some women think they can’t produce milk when they actually canTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[05:42] Daycare, cortisol, and guilt versus shame[07:55] Breastfeeding, formula, and hidden facts[09:48] The “fed is best” campaign and formula companies[12:39] Circumcision, regret, and moving forward[14:56] Public school versus homeschooling shame[16:04] Food choices, junk food, and lifestyle disease[20:33] Fast food, balance, and toddler diets[22:40] Processed food, strict parenting, and cravings[27:42] Tongue tie trauma, car seat struggles, and regretsKate @thatcrunchymomkateJordan @themoderncrunchymumShop my favourite clean products & get 10% off here with code CRUNCHYMOMThe air purifier I trust at home - get $100 off hereOur go-to for pure, clean water - get $100 off here

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