https://simplecast.com ItMom Welcome to ItMom – the channel where modern motherhood meets real talk, self-love, and personal evolution. Hosted by Polina Parry, mother of two, entrepreneur, and podcast creator, It Mom explores what it really means to be a woman and a mother today. From identity shifts and body changes to relationships, wellness, beauty, and ambition – nothing is off the table. Expect honest conversations, expert insights, and empowering stories that honor who you are, where you’ve been, and who you’re becoming. ✨ Because here, it’s all about you. 2025 ItMom en Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:47:33 +0000 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:47:49 +0000 https://it-mom.simplecast.com ItMom https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/21bc688e-1ee7-406e-aad0-1e297d1ff10d/70ae5e2e-b3f5-4d8d-ba31-58c78ff2834d/3000x3000/itmom-20thumbnail.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://it-mom.simplecast.com episodic Welcome to ItMom – the channel where modern motherhood meets real talk, self-love, and personal evolution. Hosted by Polina Parry, mother of two, entrepreneur, and podcast creator, It Mom explores what it really means to be a woman and a mother today. From identity shifts and body changes to relationships, wellness, beauty, and ambition – nothing is off the table. Expect honest conversations, expert insights, and empowering stories that honor who you are, where you’ve been, and who you’re becoming. ✨ Because here, it’s all about you. Polina Parry false https://feeds.simplecast.com/nqD3__yo career, community, confidence, empowerment, evolution, growth, identity, inspiration, lifestyle, mental health, mindset, motherhood, motivation, parenting, postpartum, relationships, resilience, self discovery, self improvement, selfcare, wellness Polina Parry polina@itmomclub.com 501ec005-7315-449c-baa3-9248a61259e8 What If You Didn’t Have to Quit… Just Do It Differently? | Slowing Down, Teaching & Motherhood

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]]> What If You Didn’t Have to Quit… Just Do It Differently? | Slowing Down, Teaching & Motherhood Polina Parry 00:41:57 In this episode, I sit down with Melissa, also known as The Kindergarten Mom, to talk about redefining what a fulfilling career can look like after kids. Melissa shares how becoming a mom shifted her perspective on work, success, and time, and how she found a renewed passion for teaching by starting a social media platform dedicated to supporting parents and educators. We talk about the decision to slow down, step away from the traditional “full-time” path, and transition into part-time work to be more present with her three kids, without completely walking away from her career. This conversation is for anyone who feels torn between wanting to work and wanting to be there for their family… and is wondering if there’s another way. In this episode, I sit down with Melissa, also known as The Kindergarten Mom, to talk about redefining what a fulfilling career can look like after kids. Melissa shares how becoming a mom shifted her perspective on work, success, and time, and how she found a renewed passion for teaching by starting a social media platform dedicated to supporting parents and educators. We talk about the decision to slow down, step away from the traditional “full-time” path, and transition into part-time work to be more present with her three kids, without completely walking away from her career. This conversation is for anyone who feels torn between wanting to work and wanting to be there for their family… and is wondering if there’s another way. false full 23 2878f02e-f62d-441b-93cd-1e5215c89e7f Style Isn’t About Size: Dressing Your Body After Kids with Renata Farbman Tue, 7 Apr 2026 16:39:11 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/9aMRQwvRgRU Style Isn’t About Size: Dressing Your Body After Kids with Renata Farbman Polina Parry 00:43:02 In this episode, I sit down with Renata Farbman, a body shape stylist who turned her own post-motherhood experience into a powerful mission. After having two kids, Renata found herself in a body she didn’t recognize, and like so many women, she struggled to feel confident in her clothes. Instead of trying to “bounce back,” she chose a different path: learning how to dress the body she had, not the one she used to have. Today, she helps women transform the way they look and feel — not by changing their bodies, but by changing how they see and style themselves. We talk about: • The emotional impact of body changes after motherhood • Why most women are dressing for the wrong body • How style can become a tool for confidence and identity • Simple shifts that can instantly change how you feel in your clothes This conversation is a reminder that confidence isn’t about size, it’s about alignment and balance. In this episode, I sit down with Renata Farbman, a body shape stylist who turned her own post-motherhood experience into a powerful mission. After having two kids, Renata found herself in a body she didn’t recognize, and like so many women, she struggled to feel confident in her clothes. Instead of trying to “bounce back,” she chose a different path: learning how to dress the body she had, not the one she used to have. Today, she helps women transform the way they look and feel — not by changing their bodies, but by changing how they see and style themselves. We talk about: • The emotional impact of body changes after motherhood • Why most women are dressing for the wrong body • How style can become a tool for confidence and identity • Simple shifts that can instantly change how you feel in your clothes This conversation is a reminder that confidence isn’t about size, it’s about alignment and balance. false full 22 beb4742c-f1bf-4676-a3eb-e181846f4fd3 From Addiction to Sobriety: Skye Katz on Motherhood, Alcoholism & Reclaiming Herself Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:04:30 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/dXN9xiBJCvA From Addiction to Sobriety: Skye Katz on Motherhood, Alcoholism & Reclaiming Herself Polina Parry 00:55:33 What if the thing slowly taking you away from yourself doesn’t look like a problem… until it is? In this episode, I sit down with Skye Katz to talk about her deeply personal journey through motherhood and into sobriety. We unpack how alcohol can quietly weave itself into everyday life, especially in seasons of overwhelm, identity shifts, and pressure to “hold it all together.” Skye opens up about the moment she realized something had to change, the challenges of getting sober as a mother, and what it actually took to rebuild her life on the other side of addiction. This conversation is honest, emotional, and incredibly important—for any woman who has ever questioned her habits, her coping mechanisms, or who she’s becoming. Because sometimes, losing yourself is what finally brings you back What if the thing slowly taking you away from yourself doesn’t look like a problem… until it is? In this episode, I sit down with Skye Katz to talk about her deeply personal journey through motherhood and into sobriety. We unpack how alcohol can quietly weave itself into everyday life, especially in seasons of overwhelm, identity shifts, and pressure to “hold it all together.” Skye opens up about the moment she realized something had to change, the challenges of getting sober as a mother, and what it actually took to rebuild her life on the other side of addiction. This conversation is honest, emotional, and incredibly important—for any woman who has ever questioned her habits, her coping mechanisms, or who she’s becoming. Because sometimes, losing yourself is what finally brings you back false full 21 3c35bc4a-511b-49fe-8aca-0ed852795dbf Ambition vs. Motherhood: Do Women Really Have to Choose? Tue, 3 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/20oO8QQY2W4 Ambition vs. Motherhood: Do Women Really Have to Choose? Polina Parry 01:03:03 Can a woman be deeply ambitious and deeply present as a mother? Or are we still living in a system that quietly forces us to sacrifice one for the other? In this powerful and honest conversation, Dr. Rimma Teper shares her experience raising five children in a blended family while navigating ambition, identity, and modern motherhood. We talk about: • The hidden cost of corporate ambition on motherhood • Why “equality” and “balance” are not the same thing • Whether feminism accidentally pushed women into a system that doesn’t support them • Why flexible work isn’t a luxury for mothers, it’s essential • The tension between building a career and being present at home For decades, society has framed ambition and motherhood as opposing forces, as if women must choose one at the expense of the other. But what if the real solution isn’t choosing… it’s redesigning? This episode is honest, nuanced, and yes, a little controversial. If you’ve ever felt pulled between career success and being the mother you want to be, this one is for you. Can a woman be deeply ambitious and deeply present as a mother? Or are we still living in a system that quietly forces us to sacrifice one for the other? In this powerful and honest conversation, Dr. Rimma Teper shares her experience raising five children in a blended family while navigating ambition, identity, and modern motherhood. We talk about: • The hidden cost of corporate ambition on motherhood • Why “equality” and “balance” are not the same thing • Whether feminism accidentally pushed women into a system that doesn’t support them • Why flexible work isn’t a luxury for mothers, it’s essential • The tension between building a career and being present at home For decades, society has framed ambition and motherhood as opposing forces, as if women must choose one at the expense of the other. But what if the real solution isn’t choosing… it’s redesigning? This episode is honest, nuanced, and yes, a little controversial. If you’ve ever felt pulled between career success and being the mother you want to be, this one is for you. false full 20 b4e688b3-1fd1-467b-83e8-e7f666602dde The CEO Manual: Running a Company While Raising Toddlers Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:02:43 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://it-mom.simplecast.com/episodes/the-ceo-manual-running-a-company-while-raising-toddlers-ib0olrqN The CEO Manual: Running a Company While Raising Toddlers Polina Parry 00:54:00 In this episode of ItMom, I sit down with Rachel Ostro, CEO of Valeria Inc. and Creator Method, who is currently pregnant with her third child while raising two toddlers and running two multimillion dollar businesses. And naturally… I had questions. How does she structure her days, weeks, months? What does support actually look like in her home? How does she stay present as a mom while leading at such a high level? Rachel shares the real systems she uses to create structure in what can feel like chaos, from calendar boundaries to delegation, outsourcing and mindset shifts that have helped her stay grounded in both motherhood and leadership. If you’ve ever wondered: “Can I build something meaningful and be a present mom?” This episode is for you. Listen now and let me know what resonated most. In this episode of ItMom, I sit down with Rachel Ostro, CEO of Valeria Inc. and Creator Method, who is currently pregnant with her third child while raising two toddlers and running two multimillion dollar businesses. And naturally… I had questions. How does she structure her days, weeks, months? What does support actually look like in her home? How does she stay present as a mom while leading at such a high level? Rachel shares the real systems she uses to create structure in what can feel like chaos, from calendar boundaries to delegation, outsourcing and mindset shifts that have helped her stay grounded in both motherhood and leadership. If you’ve ever wondered: “Can I build something meaningful and be a present mom?” This episode is for you. Listen now and let me know what resonated most. false full 19 b5c8e019-9b0f-4a03-9759-f6b8bae7167b I Wasn’t Just a Mom Anymore: I Became a Medical One Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:21:53 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/p0UPBHn5JDE I Wasn’t Just a Mom Anymore: I Became a Medical One Polina Parry 00:55:57 In this deeply moving episode of ItMom, I’m joined by Alana Kayfetz, a mother of four, business coach, and medical mom, who shares her honest and vulnerable journey through a version of motherhood few are prepared for. Alana opens up about becoming a medicalized mom when her third child, Henry, was born with a rare genetic condition. She takes us behind the scenes of navigating hospital stays, therapies, and constant uncertainty, while still showing up for her other children, her marriage, and herself. We talk about what it means to raise a large family while caring for a medically fragile child, the emotional weight of everyday decisions, and the deeply personal choice to welcome a fourth baby in the midst of it all. This conversation is about grief and joy coexisting, about strength that isn’t loud, and about redefining what it means to be a “good mother” when the rules no longer apply. This episode is for any mom who has ever felt stretched between love and fear, responsibility and longing—and who needs to hear that she is not alone. In this deeply moving episode of ItMom, I’m joined by Alana Kayfetz, a mother of four, business coach, and medical mom, who shares her honest and vulnerable journey through a version of motherhood few are prepared for. Alana opens up about becoming a medicalized mom when her third child, Henry, was born with a rare genetic condition. She takes us behind the scenes of navigating hospital stays, therapies, and constant uncertainty, while still showing up for her other children, her marriage, and herself. We talk about what it means to raise a large family while caring for a medically fragile child, the emotional weight of everyday decisions, and the deeply personal choice to welcome a fourth baby in the midst of it all. This conversation is about grief and joy coexisting, about strength that isn’t loud, and about redefining what it means to be a “good mother” when the rules no longer apply. This episode is for any mom who has ever felt stretched between love and fear, responsibility and longing—and who needs to hear that she is not alone. false full 18 974f67ff-0106-4d50-9b5a-aabfe7511ef9 Motherhood Shattered My Identity In The Most Unexpected Way Niki shares her personal motherhood story and what it truly looked like to reconnect with who she was after becoming a mother. Together, we explore how our upbringing shapes us, and sometimes limits us, how fear can quietly keep us stuck, and why motherhood isn’t about evolving into a completely new version of ourselves, but rather about remembering who we’ve always been beneath expectations, conditioning, and roles.

If you’ve ever felt lost after motherhood, afraid to trust your instincts, or unsure how to reconnect with your identity beyond being “mom,” this episode is for you.

 

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]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/dNOggfnxhHc Niki shares her personal motherhood story and what it truly looked like to reconnect with who she was after becoming a mother. Together, we explore how our upbringing shapes us, and sometimes limits us, how fear can quietly keep us stuck, and why motherhood isn’t about evolving into a completely new version of ourselves, but rather about remembering who we’ve always been beneath expectations, conditioning, and roles.

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]]> Motherhood Shattered My Identity In The Most Unexpected Way Polina Parry 00:54:58 In this honest, open, and deeply vulnerable conversation, I sit down with @NikiSky a mom of two, to talk about the journey so many women experience after having children, the journey of coming back to themselves. In this honest, open, and deeply vulnerable conversation, I sit down with @NikiSky a mom of two, to talk about the journey so many women experience after having children, the journey of coming back to themselves. false full 17 c9d562fe-c3b0-4def-a82c-003d4f3e6cfb The One Word Rule: How Simplifying My Goals Changed My Entire Life Tue, 20 Jan 2026 21:00:09 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/SCCu2msBSkE The One Word Rule: How Simplifying My Goals Changed My Entire Life Polina Parry 00:16:54 Five years ago, I stopped making New Year’s resolutions and chasing long goal lists. Instead, I started following The One Word Rule, a simple but powerful way of focusing on one core intention or one meaningful area of my life at a time. This shift didn’t just help me avoid the familiar disappointment at the end of each year. It helped me recognize how often I was unconsciously setting myself up for failure by trying to improve every area of my life all at once. By simplifying my focus, I created real momentum, and in under five years, I completely turned my life around. In this solo episode, I share my personal take on goal setting, why traditional methods never worked for me, and how I created and applied The One Word Rule to build the life I’m living today. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by a long list of resolutions or pressure to “do it all” this year, this episode might be exactly what you need. Five years ago, I stopped making New Year’s resolutions and chasing long goal lists. Instead, I started following The One Word Rule, a simple but powerful way of focusing on one core intention or one meaningful area of my life at a time. This shift didn’t just help me avoid the familiar disappointment at the end of each year. It helped me recognize how often I was unconsciously setting myself up for failure by trying to improve every area of my life all at once. By simplifying my focus, I created real momentum, and in under five years, I completely turned my life around. In this solo episode, I share my personal take on goal setting, why traditional methods never worked for me, and how I created and applied The One Word Rule to build the life I’m living today. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by a long list of resolutions or pressure to “do it all” this year, this episode might be exactly what you need. false full 16 36a19012-28d0-4fb5-82f9-705de88b7023 You Don’t Get Your Old Body Back, You Build a New One Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/6zINtAzd5hw You Don’t Get Your Old Body Back, You Build a New One Polina Parry 00:55:24 In this episode of ItMom, I sit down with Elena to talk honestly about what happens to your body and mind after becoming a mother. The truth no one really prepares you for is that you don’t get your old body back, but you do get the chance to build a new one. Elena shares her journey navigating motherhood, mental health, and emotional regulation, and how movement and wellness became a form of support rather than punishment. We talk about working out for mental health, not aesthetics, using movement to regulate stress and anxiety, and releasing the pressure to “bounce back” to who you once were. This conversation is about rebuilding with compassion, creating routines that support your nervous system, and redefining strength in a season where everything changes. If you’ve ever struggled to recognize yourself after motherhood or felt conflicted about fitness and body image, this episode is for you. In this episode of ItMom, I sit down with Elena to talk honestly about what happens to your body and mind after becoming a mother. The truth no one really prepares you for is that you don’t get your old body back, but you do get the chance to build a new one. Elena shares her journey navigating motherhood, mental health, and emotional regulation, and how movement and wellness became a form of support rather than punishment. We talk about working out for mental health, not aesthetics, using movement to regulate stress and anxiety, and releasing the pressure to “bounce back” to who you once were. This conversation is about rebuilding with compassion, creating routines that support your nervous system, and redefining strength in a season where everything changes. If you’ve ever struggled to recognize yourself after motherhood or felt conflicted about fitness and body image, this episode is for you. false full 15 c87f478d-9d8f-45c5-890c-108a30ad8e58 Presence Over Performance: Rewriting the Narrative of Modern Motherhood Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:09:34 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://it-mom.simplecast.com/episodes/presence-over-performance-rewriting-the-narrative-of-modern-motherhood-P_S9K_e7 Presence Over Performance: Rewriting the Narrative of Modern Motherhood Polina Parry 00:28:59 In this special episode of ItMom, the roles are reversed as I step into the guest seat and am interviewed by Courtney. Together, we explore the shift from hustle and girlboss culture toward a more intentional, presence-led way of living and mothering. We talk openly about the privilege of pausing, what it means to step back in a society that glorifies constant productivity, and how allowing myself to slow down reshaped my identity as a mother and as a woman. This conversation unpacks the quiet pressure many women carry to always perform, achieve, and prove, even during the most vulnerable seasons of life. This episode is an invitation to question the narratives we’ve inherited, to redefine success on our own terms, and to embrace presence as a powerful and radical choice. In this special episode of ItMom, the roles are reversed as I step into the guest seat and am interviewed by Courtney. Together, we explore the shift from hustle and girlboss culture toward a more intentional, presence-led way of living and mothering. We talk openly about the privilege of pausing, what it means to step back in a society that glorifies constant productivity, and how allowing myself to slow down reshaped my identity as a mother and as a woman. This conversation unpacks the quiet pressure many women carry to always perform, achieve, and prove, even during the most vulnerable seasons of life. This episode is an invitation to question the narratives we’ve inherited, to redefine success on our own terms, and to embrace presence as a powerful and radical choice. false full 14 9706c90b-5bf3-4001-813c-207e9875c17a Between Two Worlds: Motherhood, Identity & Belonging Tue, 9 Dec 2025 16:09:24 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/-hxmoP-BYCs Between Two Worlds: Motherhood, Identity & Belonging Polina Parry 00:49:50 In this episode of ItMom, I sit down with Courtney, a mixed Black and white woman and a mother of two, who grew up in a white family in a predominantly white neighborhood and had to navigate social assumptions and disapproval from both sides. Courtney opens up about her childhood and how those experiences shaped her as a mother, bringing a unique and deeply personal cultural perspective into motherhood. While these topics can feel heavy, this ended up being one of the most fun, lighthearted, and laughter-filled conversations I’ve had on the podcast. This is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt like they don’t quite belong. In this episode of ItMom, I sit down with Courtney, a mixed Black and white woman and a mother of two, who grew up in a white family in a predominantly white neighborhood and had to navigate social assumptions and disapproval from both sides. Courtney opens up about her childhood and how those experiences shaped her as a mother, bringing a unique and deeply personal cultural perspective into motherhood. While these topics can feel heavy, this ended up being one of the most fun, lighthearted, and laughter-filled conversations I’ve had on the podcast. This is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt like they don’t quite belong. false full 13 6ef7e72f-def3-4677-9202-1165c99e0765 Love in the Chaos: Keeping Romance Alive With Three Kids Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:30:29 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/uy87_9JQ1Lk Love in the Chaos: Keeping Romance Alive With Three Kids Polina Parry 00:39:57 In this episode, I sit down with Albert and Oksana, a blended family of five, to talk about love, parenting, and partnership. Albert met Oksana when she was already a mom of two, and stepping into that dynamic meant learning a whole new rhythm, a whole new parenting style, and a whole new version of himself. Together, they’ve built a home where communication, playfulness, and romance coexist with the beautiful chaos of raising three kids. Their story is honest, tender, and a powerful reminder that love isn’t about perfection, it’s about choosing each other, every single day. In this episode, I sit down with Albert and Oksana, a blended family of five, to talk about love, parenting, and partnership. Albert met Oksana when she was already a mom of two, and stepping into that dynamic meant learning a whole new rhythm, a whole new parenting style, and a whole new version of himself. Together, they’ve built a home where communication, playfulness, and romance coexist with the beautiful chaos of raising three kids. Their story is honest, tender, and a powerful reminder that love isn’t about perfection, it’s about choosing each other, every single day. false full 12 32d86bfc-916c-49da-bacb-010e01c995a5 From x2 Mom to x2 Founder: Real Talk on Motherhood & Entrepreneurship Thu, 13 Nov 2025 21:05:36 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/YHKBEovuNow From x2 Mom to x2 Founder: Real Talk on Motherhood & Entrepreneurship Polina Parry 00:44:39 In this episode, I sit down with Inga, a mom of two who became a founder of two thriving businesses after having her daughters. We dive into the unfiltered reality of building a company while raising young kids: the lack of balance, the constant juggle, and the struggles entrepreneur moms rarely talk about out loud. This is an honest conversation about ambition, identity, and what it really looks like to grow a family and a business at the same time. In this episode, I sit down with Inga, a mom of two who became a founder of two thriving businesses after having her daughters. We dive into the unfiltered reality of building a company while raising young kids: the lack of balance, the constant juggle, and the struggles entrepreneur moms rarely talk about out loud. This is an honest conversation about ambition, identity, and what it really looks like to grow a family and a business at the same time. false full 11 1be99d92-6b36-4ec7-abc1-42b937c33083 From Law Partner to Full-Time Mom: Redefining Balance and Success Thu, 6 Nov 2025 18:24:03 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/TwQQ_nH6yR0?si=XRqHvzMdgqCQKxgR From Law Partner to Full-Time Mom: Redefining Balance and Success Polina Parry 00:42:01 Larissa’s story is a powerful reminder that stepping off the fast track doesn’t mean stepping away from purpose. Once a high-achieving lawyer and partner, she now embraces her role as a full-time mom of four, finding deep joy and fulfillment in the everyday moments. We talk about identity, happiness, and why balance, not equality, is the key to harmony in motherhood and marriage. Larissa’s story is a powerful reminder that stepping off the fast track doesn’t mean stepping away from purpose. Once a high-achieving lawyer and partner, she now embraces her role as a full-time mom of four, finding deep joy and fulfillment in the everyday moments. We talk about identity, happiness, and why balance, not equality, is the key to harmony in motherhood and marriage. false full 10 20c685a7-fc9e-46e6-8a2b-b7a5897610ab Doing It All Almost Broke Me Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:00:49 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/cqRjm5RZPbw?si=Xt-yHk6bbIFZ2Gwa Doing It All Almost Broke Me Polina Parry 00:26:48 This episode is a hard one for me to share, but I feel I owe it to other mothers who, just like me, are trying to keep up with the unspoken expectation that we can, and should, do it all. For a long time, I believed I could. I was juggling motherhood, work, and everything in between, convincing myself that slowing down wasn’t an option. Until one day, my body forced me to stop. What was later diagnosed as a severe panic attack left me in the hospital, unable to see, hear, or speak. In that moment, I genuinely thought I was dying, and that I’d never see my kids again. Looking back now, I realize our bodies aren’t built to run on empty. They whisper to us through exhaustion and overwhelm, and when we don’t listen, they scream. I’m sharing my story because I know I’m not alone, and so many mothers are quietly burning out under the weight of unrealistic expectations. There is a better way. It starts with recognizing our limits, honoring the season we’re in, and learning to care for ourselves first, not last. This episode is a hard one for me to share, but I feel I owe it to other mothers who, just like me, are trying to keep up with the unspoken expectation that we can, and should, do it all. For a long time, I believed I could. I was juggling motherhood, work, and everything in between, convincing myself that slowing down wasn’t an option. Until one day, my body forced me to stop. What was later diagnosed as a severe panic attack left me in the hospital, unable to see, hear, or speak. In that moment, I genuinely thought I was dying, and that I’d never see my kids again. Looking back now, I realize our bodies aren’t built to run on empty. They whisper to us through exhaustion and overwhelm, and when we don’t listen, they scream. I’m sharing my story because I know I’m not alone, and so many mothers are quietly burning out under the weight of unrealistic expectations. There is a better way. It starts with recognizing our limits, honoring the season we’re in, and learning to care for ourselves first, not last. false full 9 af27563d-9bb1-4998-8ef4-92847fb45ccf When “Doing It All” Stops Working: A Conversation on Work, Motherhood & Balance Thu, 23 Oct 2025 17:07:10 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/o4EKsWd3iYM When “Doing It All” Stops Working: A Conversation on Work, Motherhood & Balance Polina Parry 00:47:56 In this episode, Elly opens up about the moment she realized that chasing career milestones wasn’t bringing her the fulfillment she hoped for. Together, we talk about the myth of “having it all,” the pressure to do it all, and what it really means to create balance when motherhood shifts your priorities. Elly shares how slowing down at work allowed her to show up more fully for herself and her family — and how that simple shift redefined her version of success. In this episode, Elly opens up about the moment she realized that chasing career milestones wasn’t bringing her the fulfillment she hoped for. Together, we talk about the myth of “having it all,” the pressure to do it all, and what it really means to create balance when motherhood shifts your priorities. Elly shares how slowing down at work allowed her to show up more fully for herself and her family — and how that simple shift redefined her version of success. false full 8 380da720-d720-4980-928a-8369828f0f49 From Motherhood to Mentorship: How Diana Found Purpose Beyond the 9-5 Thu, 9 Oct 2025 14:58:41 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/9_1sOTR3bGM From Motherhood to Mentorship: How Diana Found Purpose Beyond the 9-5 Polina Parry 00:48:12 In this episode, I sit down with Diana — a career coach, mom of two, and true example of what it means to reinvent yourself after motherhood. Diana opens up about how becoming a mother shifted her identity and inspired her to leave the corporate world to start her own coaching practice. We talk about finding confidence, redefining success, and balancing ambition with family life. Whether you’re a mom at a crossroads or dreaming of a new chapter, this conversation will remind you that it’s never too late to pivot and design a life that truly fits you. In this episode, I sit down with Diana — a career coach, mom of two, and true example of what it means to reinvent yourself after motherhood. Diana opens up about how becoming a mother shifted her identity and inspired her to leave the corporate world to start her own coaching practice. We talk about finding confidence, redefining success, and balancing ambition with family life. Whether you’re a mom at a crossroads or dreaming of a new chapter, this conversation will remind you that it’s never too late to pivot and design a life that truly fits you. false full 7 6e7704b0-ffdd-4b57-95f6-4dd9b0c2b48f 5 Shifts That Transformed My Relationship After Having Kids Thu, 2 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/KufBw8RKscM 5 Shifts That Transformed My Relationship After Having Kids Polina Parry 00:24:27 In this solo episode, I’m opening up about the small but powerful changes that completely reshaped my relationship after becoming a mom. From learning how to delegate and share responsibilities, to practicing gratitude for the little things, to creating intentional structure around connection and intimacy, these shifts made all the difference. I’ll also talk about leaning on a wider support system so everything doesn’t fall on your partner, and how couples therapy helped clear built-up resentment and gave us better tools to communicate. Whether you’re a new parent navigating big changes, or simply wanting to bring more balance and connection into your partnership, these 5 shifts can help you strengthen your relationship and feel more supported in love and in life. In this solo episode, I’m opening up about the small but powerful changes that completely reshaped my relationship after becoming a mom. From learning how to delegate and share responsibilities, to practicing gratitude for the little things, to creating intentional structure around connection and intimacy, these shifts made all the difference. I’ll also talk about leaning on a wider support system so everything doesn’t fall on your partner, and how couples therapy helped clear built-up resentment and gave us better tools to communicate. Whether you’re a new parent navigating big changes, or simply wanting to bring more balance and connection into your partnership, these 5 shifts can help you strengthen your relationship and feel more supported in love and in life. false full 6 d5aab474-c4d7-42e7-a9fc-5b92f79b9180 From Broken Dreams to Double Blessing: Becoming a Mom After 11 Rounds of IVF Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:38:55 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://it-mom.simplecast.com/episodes/from-broken-dreams-to-double-blessing-becoming-a-mom-after-11-rounds-of-ivf-MgMWMxWR From Broken Dreams to Double Blessing: Becoming a Mom After 11 Rounds of IVF Polina Parry 00:55:26 In this powerful conversation, Marnie opens up about her long and emotional road to motherhood, a journey that took 11 rounds of IVF, years of heartbreak, and an unshakable belief that her dream was worth fighting for. She shares the raw truth behind her experience with Canada’s fertility healthcare system, the moments of deep disappointment, and the resilience it took to keep going when the odds felt stacked against her. Now a proud mom of twins, Marnie reflects on how her struggles didn’t end with pregnancy, motherhood itself brought new challenges, joys, and lessons she never expected. This episode is about perseverance, the complexity of modern motherhood, and the reminder that sometimes, the path to our greatest blessings is far from easy. In this powerful conversation, Marnie opens up about her long and emotional road to motherhood, a journey that took 11 rounds of IVF, years of heartbreak, and an unshakable belief that her dream was worth fighting for. She shares the raw truth behind her experience with Canada’s fertility healthcare system, the moments of deep disappointment, and the resilience it took to keep going when the odds felt stacked against her. Now a proud mom of twins, Marnie reflects on how her struggles didn’t end with pregnancy, motherhood itself brought new challenges, joys, and lessons she never expected. This episode is about perseverance, the complexity of modern motherhood, and the reminder that sometimes, the path to our greatest blessings is far from easy. motherhood, ivf, resilience, fertility treatment, infertility, motherhood journey false full 5 afb289ec-380a-4795-957c-9c142bd54e5f From Grief to Love: A Story of Motherhood After Loss Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:13:01 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://youtu.be/VvT9WniohpA From Grief to Love: A Story of Motherhood After Loss Polina Parry 00:56:49 In this deeply moving conversation, Kristina shares her story of unimaginable heartbreak - saying goodbye to her newborn son, and the path she walked through grief, healing, and resilience. She opens up about the ways she honored his memory, the support that carried her forward, and how she found hope again in welcoming two healthy children. This episode is about love after loss, the strength of a mother’s heart, and the reminder that even in our darkest moments, light can return In this deeply moving conversation, Kristina shares her story of unimaginable heartbreak - saying goodbye to her newborn son, and the path she walked through grief, healing, and resilience. She opens up about the ways she honored his memory, the support that carried her forward, and how she found hope again in welcoming two healthy children. This episode is about love after loss, the strength of a mother’s heart, and the reminder that even in our darkest moments, light can return false full 4 a1f8dccf-8ecc-4347-8249-54e71c75cc00 Five Myths of Modern Motherhood: Debunked Thu, 4 Sep 2025 14:55:05 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://it-mom.simplecast.com/episodes/five-myths-of-modern-motherhood-debunked-CU_hcYKG Five Myths of Modern Motherhood: Debunked Polina Parry 00:39:03 In this episode of It Mom, I’m breaking down 5 common myths about motherhood, the ones I personally believed until reality hit. From thinking kids won’t change your life that much, believing love is all they need, and expecting an instant bond to fearing that your career is over, and chasing the idea that unmedicated birth guarantees the “best” experience. I’m sharing what actually happened and why these myths don’t tell the whole story. In this episode of It Mom, I’m breaking down 5 common myths about motherhood, the ones I personally believed until reality hit. From thinking kids won’t change your life that much, believing love is all they need, and expecting an instant bond to fearing that your career is over, and chasing the idea that unmedicated birth guarantees the “best” experience. I’m sharing what actually happened and why these myths don’t tell the whole story. false full 3 c668da5c-8031-4d74-b972-76d6b2fd1b3b The Harsh Truths About Motherhood: Expectations vs. Reality Motherhood is often painted as a picture-perfect journey, but the reality tells a very different story. In this episode of It Mom, we dive into the harsh truths about motherhood: expectations vs. reality. From the overwhelming pressure to “do it all,” to the silent struggles of identity shifts, exhaustion, and mom guilt, we talk honestly about why motherhood is both the hardest and most rewarding role you’ll ever step into. Jaclyn shares her own experiences and reflections on what she thought motherhood would be like, and how it actually unfolded. Along the way, we uncover how unrealistic cultural expectations and social media leave so many mothers feeling isolated, and why speaking the truth out loud is the first step to finding balance, compassion, and strength in this messy, beautiful journey. If you’ve ever felt like you’re not living up to the image of the “perfect mom,” this conversation is for you. 

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]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2025 19:14:27 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://it-mom.simplecast.com/episodes/the-harsh-truths-about-motherhood-expectations-vs-reality-sPmAcneF Motherhood is often painted as a picture-perfect journey, but the reality tells a very different story. In this episode of It Mom, we dive into the harsh truths about motherhood: expectations vs. reality. From the overwhelming pressure to “do it all,” to the silent struggles of identity shifts, exhaustion, and mom guilt, we talk honestly about why motherhood is both the hardest and most rewarding role you’ll ever step into. Jaclyn shares her own experiences and reflections on what she thought motherhood would be like, and how it actually unfolded. Along the way, we uncover how unrealistic cultural expectations and social media leave so many mothers feeling isolated, and why speaking the truth out loud is the first step to finding balance, compassion, and strength in this messy, beautiful journey. If you’ve ever felt like you’re not living up to the image of the “perfect mom,” this conversation is for you. 

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]]> The Harsh Truths About Motherhood: Expectations vs. Reality Polina Parry 00:53:19 Motherhood is beautiful, but it’s also brutally hard. In this episode, we dive into the gap between expectations and reality, and why, despite the struggles, it’s still the most rewarding journey of all. Motherhood is beautiful, but it’s also brutally hard. In this episode, we dive into the gap between expectations and reality, and why, despite the struggles, it’s still the most rewarding journey of all. postpartum, parenting, motherhood, mom life, parenthood false full 2 cafd21f5-fb8c-4c8d-bec0-92aaf8bd5b22 Embracing My Evolution: The Journey That Led To It Mom Welcome to the very first episode of It Mom! 

In this solo episode, I share my personal journey through motherhood - the expectations I carried before becoming a mom, the reality that shook me, and the lessons I learned the hard way about embracing my evolution as a woman and a mother.
 

I talk about:

  • What I thought motherhood would look like vs. what it really was
  • How I lost touch with myself and why that felt so overwhelming
  • The turning point when I realized I couldn’t “go back” but could evolve forward
  • How giving myself grace helped me reconnect with who I am today
     

It Mom is about honoring our identity, embracing our evolution, and thriving without losing ourselves. If you’ve ever felt torn between who you were and who you are becoming, you are not alone, and this podcast is for you.

✨ Here, it’s all about you.

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]]> Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:56:10 +0000 polina@itmomclub.com (Polina Parry) https://it-mom.simplecast.com/episodes/embracing-my-evolution-the-journey-that-led-to-it-mom-nJwJEwHF Welcome to the very first episode of It Mom! 

In this solo episode, I share my personal journey through motherhood - the expectations I carried before becoming a mom, the reality that shook me, and the lessons I learned the hard way about embracing my evolution as a woman and a mother.
 

I talk about:

  • What I thought motherhood would look like vs. what it really was
  • How I lost touch with myself and why that felt so overwhelming
  • The turning point when I realized I couldn’t “go back” but could evolve forward
  • How giving myself grace helped me reconnect with who I am today
     

It Mom is about honoring our identity, embracing our evolution, and thriving without losing ourselves. If you’ve ever felt torn between who you were and who you are becoming, you are not alone, and this podcast is for you.

✨ Here, it’s all about you.

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]]> Embracing My Evolution: The Journey That Led To It Mom Polina Parry 00:24:22 Welcome to the first solo episode of It Mom, a space where modern motherhood meets personal evolution. In this episode, I open up about the inspiration behind the podcast, what “It Mom” really means, and why it’s time we start talking about you. If you’ve ever felt like you were losing yourself in motherhood or craving deeper connection to your identity, this is your invitation to come home to yourself. Because here, it’s all about you Welcome to the first solo episode of It Mom, a space where modern motherhood meets personal evolution. In this episode, I open up about the inspiration behind the podcast, what “It Mom” really means, and why it’s time we start talking about you. If you’ve ever felt like you were losing yourself in motherhood or craving deeper connection to your identity, this is your invitation to come home to yourself. Because here, it’s all about you false full 1