The Emotional Wisdom of Motherhood PT 2 with Monique Hayes

In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Mama Needs Me Time, Molly Ryden sits down with energy coach and mother Monique Hayes to dive deep into the energetic and emotional layers of motherhood. Together, they unpack how intuition, energy awareness, and emotional expression shape the parenting journey—not only in how we show up for our children, but how we nurture ourselves as moms.

Monique opens up about her own healing journey and how reconnecting with her body's impulses and emotional needs transformed how she parents. She shares how each child brings a different kind of energy into your life, offering opportunities for growth and healing. The conversation touches on the powerful connection between being present with your children and healing your own inner child, and how playfulness, emotional expression, and movement can become essential tools for managing stress and fostering deep connection.

Molly and Monique emphasize the importance of support systems, whether that’s through therapy, community, or simple self-care practices. They remind listeners that emotional expression doesn’t have to be dramatic or lengthy—it can be fast, freeing, and integrated into everyday life. And above all, they affirm that a mother’s happiness is not a luxury—it’s a necessity for her well-being and her child’s thriving.

This episode is a must-listen for moms feeling disconnected from their intuition, stuck in survival mode, or simply yearning for a more emotionally vibrant motherhood experience.

Key Takeaways:

• Every child teaches you something unique about energy and emotional connection.
• Intuition is a powerful compass in parenting—learning to trust it brings peace and clarity.
• Your body holds wisdom—listening to your impulses can lead to profound healing.
• Emotions are not disruptions; they’re messages from your soul and vital to your growth.
• Being truly present with your child can heal parts of you that never got that presence.
• Play is not just for kids—it’s a tool for emotional resilience and joy.
• You don't have to do it alone—support is a form of self-love.
• Emotional release can be quick and natural—it’s not always about long talks or tears.
• Movement, breath, and sound are powerful ways to process feelings.
• Your joy and fulfillment as a mom directly impact your child’s sense of safety and success.

Sound Bites (Perfect for Reels or Audiograms):

• "Children are very intuitive."
• "Being present with your child helps you heal your inner child."
• "Your happiness as a mother is not optional—it's essential."
• "Emotions don’t have to take hours. They just need to be felt."
• "Healing doesn’t always look quiet. Sometimes it looks like dancing, shaking, or yelling into a pillow."
• "Support is sacred. You weren’t meant to do this alone."
• "Your body knows. Let it speak."

Where to find Monique!

Where can we find you? (Social handles, websites ect.)

Moniquehayesintuitive on IG
Monique Hayes on FB