My First Ever Podcast Interview… and It’s With My Mom

I never imagined I’d be sitting down with my mother for a raw, honest, and deeply personal conversation like this—especially not on a podcast. But here we are.

In this episode of The Heart of Parenting, I’m introducing you to my first-ever guest: my mom, Shelley. It’s only fitting that the person who shaped so much of who I am is the one joining me for this milestone. But this isn’t just a mother-daughter chit chat—it’s a story about pain, misunderstanding, and ultimately, healing.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

The paradox of our relationship—how my mom’s greatest gift to me was also the root of our deepest struggles

A glimpse into our dynamic through childhood memories (including my infamous “old hooker” comment as a toddler—yes, you read that right)

The hard truths my mom had to face about herself and how her past trauma shaped the way she parented me

The moment she realized she had to stop trying to control me and instead, just love me

Why this conversation wouldn’t have been possible even ten years ago

For Anyone Struggling With a Mother-Daughter Relationship…

This episode isn’t just about us. It’s about you—the daughters who feel unseen, the mothers who feel like they’re losing their child, and anyone who has ever thought, Is this relationship beyond repair?

Healing is not instant. It’s messy. It’s painful. And yet, it is possible