Modern Nurture
Engineer turned Mama, Jess, meets mothers at the intersection of instincts and evidence to cut through the noise of parenting and wellness advice.
On Modern Nurture, we’ll look to experts in thought provoking interviews, we’ll look to our biology to unpack the instincts and processes we’ve forgotten in the modern era, and we’ll have heart to heart conversations with real moms from every background as we seek to build a community where every mother and mom-to-be can find relatability and support. I am really excited about a segment of this show, called moms on the ground, where we’ll play real stories and clips from audience members.
On Modern Nurture, we’ll look to experts in thought provoking interviews, we’ll look to our biology to unpack the instincts and processes we’ve forgotten in the modern era, and we’ll have heart to heart conversations with real moms from every background as we seek to build a community where every mother and mom-to-be can find relatability and support. I am really excited about a segment of this show, called moms on the ground, where we’ll play real stories and clips from audience members.
If you find yourself scanning reddit at 3am, or scrolling through of page 75 of google search results, this show is for you.
Whether you're seeking answers on conception, childbirth, toddler nutrition, sleep routines, creating a toxin free home for your babies, or even how to nurture yourself - I’ve got you.
I promise you insights, aha moments, and a community that understands. Tune in, and let's rediscover the joy in and power of motherhood together. You can find us on instagram @ModernNuturePod, and listen where ever you get your podcasts.
Episodes
32 episodes
Why Tantrums Seem Random (But Aren’t)
5 Systems That Stopped 90% of Our Tantrums (It's Not What You Think)Tantrums aren't a discipline problem — they're a nervous system problem. And the solution isn't about getting better at responding in the moment. It's about bu...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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8:23
When Do Tantrums Stop? What Changes in the Brain From 1–5
Most parents ask the same question: When do tantrums stop?But that question leads to the wrong answer.Tantrums don’t suddenly disappear at a certain age. What actually changes between ages 1–5 is your child’s brain develo...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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11:43
Feeding Makes It Worse? The 60-Second Hunger Test
If your baby seems hungry in the evening but feeding makes the crying worse—arching, popping on/off, spit-up, gas, or waking 20 minutes later—you may not be looking at true hunger. You may be looking at arousal / dysregulation that mimics hunge...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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5:00
Colic vs. Dysregulation: The 60 Second Test
Colic vs. Dysregulation: The 60 Second TestIf your baby cries for hours and nothing seems to work, you've probably been handed labels like "colic" or "reflux." But here's a better framework: Learn the difference between...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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5:40
Why Your Baby Wakes Up Screaming 15-40 Minutes After Falling Asleep
Does your baby fall asleep… then wake up screaming 20–40 minutes later?This “false start” is one of the most common infant sleep struggles — and it’s often misunderstood.In this video, I explain why babies wake crying shortly afte...
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Episode 27
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2:13
Why Pushing Sleep Backfires (Overtired vs. Overstimulated)
Does bedtime turn into a battle even when your baby is clearly tired?Many parents assume bedtime struggles mean their baby is overtired — so they push sleep earlier or try harder routines. But biologically, needing sleep and b...
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Episode 26
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3:54
Baby Seems Hungry But Feeding Makes it Worse?
If your baby clearly wants to eat — but feeding keeps falling apart — this can feel incredibly confusing.They latch, pull off, cry, try again… and the feed just gets worse.Many parents assume something is wro...
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Episode 25
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3:45
The Real Reason Babies Cry Every Night (It’s Not Colic)
Most parents are told witching hour crying means something is wrong—overtired, colic, bad habits. That misunderstanding creates panic fast. You’re not failing. Your baby isn’t broken.Evening baby crying is often a nervous-sy...
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Episode 24
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6:38
Wake Windows: Why This Stresses New Moms (and What Actually Helps)
Wake windows are often presented as rules — and for many new moms, they create more stress than sleep.In this video, I explain what wake windows actually measure, where they come from, and why they work for some babies ...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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6:02
SAHM 6: “I’d Missed the First 3 Years”—Jill’s Honest Shift from Career to Motherhood
Transitioning from High-Demand Careers to Stay-at-Home MotherhoodIn this episode of the Stay at Home Mom series on Modern Nurture, host Jess interviews Jill Tant, a former corporate banker turned stay-at-home mom and licensed ...
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Episode 22
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24:20
Fired & Found Myself: From Birth Worker to Stay-at-Home Mom
Transitioning from High-Demand Careers to Stay-at-Home Motherhood: A Conversation with KionaIn this episode of Modern Nurture, host Jess interviews Kiona, a former birth doula, and office manager, who shares her journey of tra...
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Episode 21
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18:37
SAHM 3: 5 Kids, One Bathroom, Now Grandkids—and No Regrets
Navigating the Stay-at-Home Mom Transition: Brenda's Journey from Social Work to Holistic NutritionJoin host Jess on Modern Nurture as she interviews Brenda, a former social worker turned stay-at-home mom, in this installment ...
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Episode 20
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24:52
SAHM 4: Anxiety, Minimalism, and Melina Finding Her Calling at Home
Transitioning to Stay-at-Home Mom Life: A Journey of Resilience and AdaptationIn this episode of Modern Nurture, host Jess explores the experiences of transitioning to a stay-at-home mom with Melina, a certified life coach and...
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Episode 19
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32:12
Letting Go of ‘Doing It All’ – Velma’s Real Talk on Rest and Motherhood
Navigating the Transition to Stay-at-Home Motherhood with Velma GenchIn this episode of the Modern Nurture's Stay at Home Mom series, host Jess interviews Velma Gench, a former environmental nonprofit professional turned stay-...
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Episode 18
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30:38
SAHM Series 1: Alyssa's Wake up Call
SAHM Series 1: Alyssa's Wake up Call In this episode of Modern Nurture, host Jess interviews Alyssa, a career-driven mom who transitioned to being a stay-at-home mom after unexpected pregnancies. Alyssa shares her journey...
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Episode 17
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27:47
I’m Back, Baby 👶! Updates & Season 2 Preview
Jess returns from a break with her new baby. She shares her pregnancy journey, challenges with Symphysis Pubic Dysfunction, and a successful home birth. Jess also updates on upcoming podcast episodes featuring interviews with working moms trans...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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5:04
Use Biology to Help Baby Thrive
In this episode of Modern Nurture, we sit down with Anya Dunham, a research scientist and mother of three, to discuss insights from her book, Baby Ecology. Anya talks about the capabilities and development of babies in the womb and in their ear...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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42:46
Summer Update and Upcoming Episodes
Hey Mamas! Things are crazy here this summer. Episodes may be slightly irregular for the next several weeks, but I want to take advantage of some family time I have coming up, and I don't want the quality to suffer. Thank you for b...
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Season 1
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2:06
Babywearing Science: Health, Cognitive, and Emotional Benefits for Baby and Mama
Babywearing Science: Health, Cognitive, and Emotional Benefits for Baby and MamaIn this video, Jess from Modern Nurture delves into the fascinating world of babywearing. Jess shares insightful research on how babywearing benefits both pa...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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7:53
Halt Colic in 5 Easy Steps!
The Five S's: A Guide to Calming Your NewbornIn this episode of the Modern Nurture Podcast, host Jess explores Dr. Harvey Karp's approach to soothing crying infants, known as the 'calming reflex', through his recommended five steps, or ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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6:08
Out of Sight: The Shocking Discovery of a Teen's Hidden Blindness
In this episode, Jess delves into the topic of Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI), a common yet underrecognized condition, through a conversation with Stephanie Deusing, a mother who discovered her son's almost complete blindness due to CVI only ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:07:14
Navigating Nutrition: From Infant Gut Health to Teenage Athletes
The Essential Guide to Nutrition from Infancy to Adulthood for Mothers and ChildrenIn this episode of the Modern Nurture Podcast, the host Jess and guest speaker, Stephanie from Food Factor Nutrition, explore comprehensive nutrition gui...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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53:31
Unmedicated Birth, VBACs, and Postpartum Care with Doula Sarah
Unmedicated Births: Your Complete Guide with Doula InsightsIn this episode of Modern Nurture, host Jess is joined by doula Sarah from Entering Motherhood to explore unmedicated births. They delve into preparation, the birth process, post...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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52:12