Our interview today is the perfect example of why I created this podcast. I walked away from my talk with Dr. Jenny Wang feeling very emotional, moved, and inspired. As Asian Americans, we both have commonalities in our upbringing, yet each have a very special story that is our own.  Dr. Wang shares with us what her purpose-driven journey has looked like over the years, and gives a unique and powerful explanation of mental health.   Dr. Jenny Wang is a Taiwanese American clinical...

I can't believe I'm saying this, but I recently contracted COVID-19. I tested positive after taking a trip to Seattle to visit my parents. We wore masks, sanitized, and took all the precautions we knew how to. However, I know now that traveling still comes with risk no matter how prepared you are.   In today's episode I want to share with you where I believe I contracted the virus and the moment I knew I needed to take a test. I'll describe what my first symptoms were and how they...

No matter how many books you read and classes you take, becoming a mother is not something anyone can prepare you for. My guest, Michelle Tangeman, wholeheartedly agrees. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, as well as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Michelle was likely more informed than most women about raising babies. That is why she was surprised to find out she was experiencing postpartum depression.   We can both agree the scariest part of PPD is the feeling that it is...

The secret's out: peeing your pants after birth does not have to be your new state of normal. Yes, you read that correctly. I was just as surprised as you to learn that physical therapy can be the answer, and my guest, Heather Jeffcoat, is the expert. Heather is the owner of Femina Physical Therapy with 3 Los Angeles locations. She is pilates-certified and a certified fascial stretch therapist. Today she's providing us with valuable knowledge on the functions of the pelvic floor and the...

I'm so excited to be back with season two of the podcast. I hope 2021 is going well for you so far. If I'm being honest, I don't real very refreshed, even after the holiday season. As a reminder to myself and all of you, I'm sharing some of my favorite ways to help feel refreshed in your everyday life.   We all deserve a nice comforting space to let our minds and bodies rest. Over the years I've found such peace and success with implementing rituals like essential oils, weekly decluttering,...

Can you believe 2020 is almost over? What a year it's been. For me, it's been one of the most challenging years ever. With that being said, it's also been the most transformative year full of growth, gratitude, and learning.    Today I'm reflecting on two words that led me to where I am today. These words gave me the push I needed to start my blog, my podcast, and to build a community of like-minded women who each have their own story!   In this episode, I share: How I've learned to...

I'm grateful to have a very special guest on the show today. Her name is Celina Wright, and she is my daughter's speech therapist. She is like a part of my extended family, as she has been one of our greatest supporters during our special needs journey.    Celina is a child of God, mother, speech therapist and advocate for people. She was introduced to the world of special needs first as a mother and then as a professional. Her oldest son, Jacob, has forever changed the course of her life...

For many of us, the year 2020 has definitely tested our mental strength in many areas of our lives. Author and therapist, Amy Morin, is on the show today to discuss the topic of mental strength, particularly during difficult times.   Amy Morin is an international bestselling author, the host of the Mentally Strong People podcast, and she lives on a sailboat in the Florida Keys. She gave one of the most popular TEDx talks of all time and she's been featured on media outlets like Good Morning...

Whew, this year just doesn't get any easier does it friends? I'm feeling a lot of nervousness and anxiety about our country's current state and life in general. As hard as it is, I also believe this is a collective awakening and a time of transformation for many of us. All of these emotions that we are feeling is a lot like motherhood, especially when you become a mom for the first time.    Motherhood affects us in ways that we could never anticipate. The surprising thing is that this new...

Do you have a love/hate relationship with social media? This seems to be a fairly common opinion. We often hear only negative things about social media platforms, and the effect that it has on our lives. Many of these concerns are valid. However, there are also a lot of wonderful things that come out of platforms like Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and YouTube.    When you are a parent, you have to navigate social media not only for yourself, but also for your children, and maybe even your...

Have you ever felt like you aren't living your purpose or your passion? It's never too late to change that. I'm talking all about these topics and more with my guest today, Ashley Samadani. Ashley is a mom to a 4-year-old daughter, former special education teacher turned blogger, and personal branding coach for Mompreneurs, helping them to build out a framework to create message-driven impact as well as multiple income streams online.   Ashley and I are diving into making the transition...

Have you ever heard of the rainbow crew, or rainbow children? Today I have a wonderful guest who is going to tell us all about this special group of children. Her name is Julia Treat. Julia is an internationally renowned psychic medium, Angel intuitive, spiritual teacher, author, and podcaster.    Julia is telling us all about how she went from being a speech pathologist to a psychic medium and spiritual teacher. She shares how she discovered her gifts, the first time she communicated with...

​I haven't always understood the value of networking. I used to think the word networking sounded fake and forced.  I thought it was something that people did just for opportunity. Now I know it's so much more than that.      In my experience, networking can lead you to creating genuine and lasting friendships in both your personal and professional life. There is so much value in connecting with other like-minded women. If the idea of going to a networking event terrifies you, you're not...

Having four children was not always my plan. Each child has brought a different experience to my life and taught me something new about myself and about motherhood.    Today, I'm diving into what the journey has looked liked as we've transitioned from one to two kids, two to three kids, and finally three to four kids.    In this episode I discuss: Why the transition from one to two kids was the most challenging for me How having multiple children affects the relationship with your...

I can't wait for you to hear from our guest today. Heijin Lee is Assistant Professor of Social and Cultural Analysis at New York University who specializes in Asian-American studies. She is currently working on her forthcoming book,The Geopolitics of Beauty, which maps the convergence of pop culture and plastic surgery coming from South Korea and has been featured on National Public Radio's Code Switch, Korea Society's "K-Pop 101" series, and at KCON discussing beauty, pop and power.   ...

Brittany Kelly joins us on the podcast today, and we are covering all kinds of topics, from motherhood and beyond. Brittany is a mother of four, a mommy blogger, and YouTuber. She seeks to share stories and information supporting and encouraging mothers during the first five years of motherhood.   Brittany is very knowledgeable on natural steps to take for inducing labor and has had multiple unmedicated births. She even shares her story of birthing her daughter in the car!    In this...

Brittany Kelly joins us on the podcast today, and we are covering all kinds of topics, from motherhood and beyond. Brittany is a mother of four, a mommy blogger, and YouTuber. She seeks to share stories and information supporting and encouraging mothers during the first five years of motherhood.   Brittany is very knowledgeable on natural steps to take for inducing labor and has had multiple unmedicated births. She even shares her story of birthing her daughter in the car!    In this...

If you are working hard to build your Instagram page, blog, Etsy shop, or simply a parent who wants to capture beautiful photos of their children, then this episode is for you.  One of my greatest passions is photography. I think it's the perfect way to capture ordinary moments, which turn into priceless memories that you can look back on years from now. Today I'm sharing all my best DIY photography tips and tricks for you.  In this episode you'll learn: 7 simple ways to improve your...

If you follow me on Instagram, you may know that my sweet dog, Bibi died unexpectedly a couple weeks ago. I've always wanted to do a podcast episode about pets, I just never knew it would be during these circumstances.   My father is a vet, so I've grown up around animals my entire life. I've been present for the birth and death of animals, but this experience has been different for me. Bibi was so important to me and my family, and I have had a difficult time accepting that she is gone. ...

It was so nice to sit down and record this episode with my good friend, Sally Kim. Sally is a teacher turned stay at home mom and blogger who runs Lovestalgia- a nostalgic life, lived with love. She creates content about homeschooling, Disney, and life with an only child in Orange County California.  As an introvert, she never thought she would be sharing snippets of her life on the internet, but here she is.    With a new school year is quickly approaching, things are looking much...

I have been working from home for about six years now. Let's be real though, working from home during COVID-19 is not the same. I've been having a difficult time juggling motherhood and work during this time.   With four kids at home and my husband working full days, I am struggling to make it all work. I literally cannot even take a shower alone! I'm feeling the pressure of managing my business and my home, as well as guilt for not having the time to play and relax with my children, who I...

To celebrate our 10th episode, I'm sharing 10 things I've learned in my 15 years of marriage!    My husband and I were married very young, and started out as good friends. Today, I'm talking all about how our relationship has changed over time, how we respect each other's needs, the importance of having similar core values, and much more!   For full show notes, head to mommy-diary.com/podcast.    Want a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card? Simply subscribe, rate, and review the show!...

We are in a strange and confusing time as COVID-19 continues. Working from home, staying productive, and keeping up with your physical and mental health is very challenging right now.   If you are struggling to get things done in your work or personal life, it's okay. You are not alone. I'm right there with you!   If you are struggling, I hope this episode inspires you to get a good night's sleep, wake up tomorrow, and start fresh! When things get really hard, and I just don't feel like...

There is no right or wrong way to give birth. Every labor and delivery story is beautiful and sacred in their own way. I have had four very different labor and delivery experiences. Three of them were medicated and one was unmedicated. I'm sharing all of these stories with you today!   I opted to have a natural unmedicated birth for my fourth child, Rumi. The most important thing I learned was that I needed to let go of trying to control everything. When it came time to give birth, my body...