Reproductively Speaking
Parenthood is messy, beautiful, exhausting, and transformative - sometimes all before breakfast.
Each episode, join Taryn Zweygardt, therapist and certified perinatal mental health specialist, for real and relatable conversations about the challenges and joys of parenthood. From identity shifts to mental health struggles, you’ll hear deep, honest talks, expert guidance, and inspiring stories that remind you - you're NOT alone.
Reproductively Speaking is here to help you nurture your mind, your relationships, and yourself, one episode at a time.
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Episodes
14 episodes
13. Fatherhood, Pressure, and the Things Dads Aren’t Saying Out Loud
Fatherhood is something we don’t talk about nearly enough….but it’s time to change that.In this episode, I want to broaden the conversation on fatherhood. I recently gathered responses from over 100 fathers in my comm...
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12. When Growing Your Family Isn’t Easy: Delayed Fertility and Finding Hope in the Waiting with Sierra Fair
I’m honored to welcome Sierra Fair to the podcast today!Sierra Fair is an LSCSW who has worked in private practice for 4 years. She’s originally from Kansas, but now lives in Arkansas with her husband and son. They experienced...
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11. Mothers Without Joy: The Scrutiny That Hasn’t Gone Away
Recently, I came across a 1963 magazine article titled “Mothers Without Joy.” As someone who LOVES thrifting and antiquing, I’ve always been drawn to old books and magazines. But…this one stopped me in my tracks.
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10. You Are a Good Mom: Affirmations, Repair, and Rewriting the Story We Tell Ourselves with Emma Hilger
I’m excited to welcome Emma Hilger to the podcast today!Emma Hilger is a young stay-at-home mom of 3 kids under 4 and an amateur practicer of all things creative. She studied at the Elliott School of Communication at Wichita S...
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9. “Why Is This So F*cking Hard?” Neurodivergence, Mom Rage, Postpartum Burnout and More with Jennifer Gunn (Part 2)
I’m excited to welcome Jennifer Gunn back for a part 2 episode today!Jennifer Gunn is the founder of Not Your Typical Neuro, a wellness practice specializing in neurodiversity-affirming support for adults with ADHD, autism, an...
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8. Neurodivergence, Motherhood, and Masking: An Honest Conversation with Jennifer Gunn (Part 1)
I’m honored to welcome my very first guest, Jennifer Gunn, to the podcast!Jennifer Gunn is the founder of Not Your Typical Neuro, a wellness practice specializing in neurodiversity-affirming support for adults with ADHD, autis...
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54:47
7. Why the Overstimulated Version of You in Motherhood Isn’t the Whole Story
Today’s episode is a little different. I wrote a poem that came out of one of my ugliest, hardest moments as a mom. Yep, I’m talking about those awful moments where overstimulation takes over…and I don’t recognize myself ...
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6. How to Protect Your Peace As a Parent In the Age of Information Overwhelm
Ever found yourself awake at 10:47 p.m., the house finally quiet, doomscrolling your way through a spiral of “parenting tips” that somehow convince you you’re destroying your child’s future over a toothbrush? If ...
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5. Why “Good Enough” Might Be the Best Gift You Give Your Family This Holiday Season
If you’re already feeling stretched thin, overstimulated, or one minor inconvenience away from screaming into a pillow this holiday season…you’re in the right place.I personally love the holidays (especially Christmas), but on...
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4. The Quiet Comparison Game: How Imposter Syndrome Shows Up in Motherhood
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Who the hell let me be in charge of these tiny humans?!”, you’re NOT alone. In today’s episode, we’re talking about something that sooo many moms quietly carry, but rarel...
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3. What “The Mental Load” Really Looks Like (and Why It’s So Damn Heavy)
Let’s talk about something most of us are deeply familiar with, but have a hard time naming: the mental load of parenthood. It’s that constant “hum” in your brain - the never-ending to-do list of appointments, pe...
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23:55
2. You’re Not Lost, You’re Becoming: The Messy & Beautiful “Middle” of Motherhood
Motherhood changes EVERYTHING, but not *just* in the obvious ways.It’s not only about the baby coming home, or the routines that shift. It’s about the invisible transitions that shake us up from the inside out. <...
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