Modern Mom Probs

In this honest and energizing conversation, Tara sits down with Tyler Moore, known online as Tidy Dad, to talk about what it really means to raise a family in a world obsessed with perfection. Tyler opens up about how his own mental health journey led him to organization, and why decluttering isn’t just about having a picture-perfect home. It’s about creating peace. They dive into the pressure modern moms feel to maintain Instagram-worthy spaces, how social media fuels unrealistic comparisons, and why the concept of “just enough” living might be the permission slip so many of us need.Tyler shares practical, doable strategies for overwhelmed parents, starting with a powerful mindset shift, organize yourself before you organize your family. They discuss why communication around clutter matters, how parents must take ownership of what enters their homes, and why decluttering can actually be therapeutic. Most importantly, Tyler reminds us that balance doesn’t come from meeting society’s expectations. It comes from honest conversations, self-awareness, and building rhythms that work for your unique family. If you’ve ever felt buried under stuff (or standards), this episode will feel like a deep, cleansing exhale. Links: https://thetidydad.com/ https://thetidydad.com/qrbook https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tidy-tidbits/id1816271318 https://tidydad.substack.com

In this episode, Tara sits down with Sydney Quiseng of Echosmith for an honest, grounding conversation about music, identity, and parenthood. Sydney opens up about the joy and anticipation she feels as she prepares to become a mom, and how that season inspired her newest song, “That’s My Baby (On Main Street).” Tara and Sydney talk about the evolution of her sound toward a more coastal-country feel, the role nature plays in her creativity, and how past songs like “Cool Kids” were born from her own journey toward self-acceptance. She also shares her deep love for Japanese culture and language, and how those influences quietly shape her artistry. Sydney doesn’t shy away from the real conversations, what it means to slow down, be present, and intentionally step back from work to bond with her baby. They dive into the complicated role the internet plays for modern parents, both as a lifeline and a source of anxiety, and why tuning into your own instincts matters more than ever. This conversation is a reminder that becoming a mother doesn’t end creativity. It transforms it, and Sydney is just beginning to imagine how this next chapter will show up in her music and her life. Links: https://www.sydneyquiseng.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sydneyquiseng

In this episode, Tara sits down with Cameron Normand of Stepfamily Solutions and host of the Stepmom Diaries podcast to unpack the realities of blended family life and why stepmoms face a unique (and often overlooked) emotional load. Cameron shares her own path into stepfamily coaching and explains why stepfamilies aren’t just “nuclear families with extra people.” They’re a completely different dynamic that requires patience, boundaries, and a lot of self-compassion. Together, they explore the mental health challenges stepmoms face, the impact of ex-partners, the emotional weight of transition days, and why striving to be the “perfect” stepmom is a fast track to burnout. This conversation is honest, validating, and full of reminders that doing your best doesn’t mean doing it all. If you’re a stepmom, love a stepmom, or are part of a blended family, this episode will make you feel seen and remind you that you’re not failing, you’re figuring it out. Links: https://stepfamilysolutions.com/ https://stepfamilysolutions.com/podcast/

FIRST AIRED APRIL 25, 2023 As parents, we often want to shield our children from the realities of the world, but it's ultimately impossible to do so. When children do hear about the news, it's important to have open and honest conversations with them. In this episode of the "Modern Mom Probs" podcast, Tara interviews Tracy Leeds Kaplan, the founder of Small But Mighty Media and creator of the popular podcast "The Ten News," about how to talk with children about the news. They discuss the importance of age-appropriate news sources for kids, the challenges of discussing sensitive topics, and the need for giving yourself space to be emotional. They also touch on the challenges of parenting in the digital age and finding time for family discussions. Tracy emphasizes the importance of listening and using age-appropriate language when discussing heavy news topics with kids. If you’ve ever been at a loss for words, listen to this episode. Links: https://www.thetennews.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ten-news-news-for-curious-kids/id1514325670 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-grown-ups-how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-gun-violence/id1514325670?i=1000607581233 Support the show • Follow & DM me @modernmomprobs • Pick up my book • Leave a review

BLAST FROM THE PAST: FIRST AIRED DECEMBER 26, 2023 Tara welcomes Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, author, and host of the wildly popular podcast Raising Good Humans. She shares insights from her groundbreaking new book, "The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans." Tara and Dr. Aliza discuss the challenges of modern parenting, what it means to raise good humans, the importance of maintaining strong parent-child relationships, and the concept of repair in relationships. Dr. Aliza explains that rules are not meant to hinder the relationship or sensitivity of caregiving, but rather to ensure safety and provide structure. She emphasizes the importance of finding support that resonates with each individual parent's values and beliefs, as well as filtering out the noise and focusing on what truly matters, which can be difficult given today’s climate of information overload. Dr. Aliza acknowledges that no parent is perfect and through storytelling, she illustrates that it is essential to show children that perfection is not attainable and that being flawed is part of being human. If you want to foster a stronger parent-child relationship and want to tap into the five principles of parenting, listen to this episode! Links: Website: https://draliza.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisinggoodhumanspodcast/ Newsletter: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-good-humans/id1473072044?i=1000622613224