The Mom Room
Welcome to The Mom Room, the ultimate podcast that makes motherhood a lot more fun and a lot less chaotic! Join Renee Reina, the brilliant mind behind the buzzworthy Instagram account @themomroom, as she dives into everything moms crave: juicy interviews, the latest pop culture gossip, parenting advice and news, game-changing products, and so much more. The Mom Room is a digital space where moms can gather and be honest about the highs and lows of motherhood. Whether you're looking to stay on top of current events, get the scoop on TV shows, or find your next great read, The Mom Room is your go-to spot for all things #MOMLIFE. Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday and get ready to laugh, learn, and feel totally seen—because you deserve a little entertainment in your life too!
Episodes
July 22, 2025 • 60 mins
Renee sits down with Traci Thomas, creator and host of The Stacks, for an engaging chat about carving out time to read when you’re deep in parenting mode. Traci shares how she turned her love of books into a hit podcast and thriving community, why she believes it’s fine to quit a book you hate, and how to find reading moments in the middle of real life — even if it’s 10 pages at a time.
They talk about the realities of parenting y...
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July 17, 2025 • 26 mins
EP520. In this episode, Renee shares her top tips for surviving (and sometimes thriving) as a solo parent during the summer. Whether your partner is traveling for work, you're co-parenting, or you're just holding down the fort solo for a stretch—this one’s for you. From ditching the rigid schedules to embracing the snack plate lifestyle, Renee reminds you that good enough is more than enough.
Because solo parenting isn’t easy—but ...
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July 15, 2025 • 58 mins
EP519. Renee welcomes back therapist and relationship expert Dr. Tracy Dalgliesh for an honest look at how our partnerships change through every stage of motherhood — from pregnancy to postpartum to school age and beyond. They break down the common relationship struggles that pop up as kids grow and why we often don’t talk about them until it’s too late.
Tracy shares practical ways to stay connected through it all — from “state ...
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July 10, 2025 • 33 mins
EP518. In this solo episode, Renee gets real about the messy middle of mom-work-life. She opens up about losing her confidence online, feeling totally unorganized, and just... frazzled (you know the feeling). After a week of chaos, she turned to ChatGPT for help and asked: "What are five things I can do in my work, home, and personal life to be more organized?" — and the answers were actually super helpful. Tune in to hear Renee’s ...
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July 8, 2025 • 62 mins
Ep. 517. This week, Renee is joined by life and parenting coach Darlynn Childress for a powerful conversation about what she calls "Mad Mom Syndrome"—that all-too-familiar spiral of overwhelm, frustration, and guilt so many parents experience. Darlynn shares her personal journey from parenting with rage to leading with calm, connection, and compassion. Together, they explore the emotional needs often hiding beneath our kids’ big be...
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July 3, 2025 • 31 mins
EP516. In this solo episode, Renee takes you along for a full recap of her family’s unforgettable vacation to Antigua and Barbuda! From swimming with wild stingrays to zip lining through the rainforest, she shares all the magical moments that made this trip so special. She also breaks down the family-friendly resorts she visited, what made each one unique, and why Antigua might just be the ultimate hidden gem for your next vacation...
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July 1, 2025 • 34 mins
EP515. In this episode, Renee dives into the chaos, joy, and reality of traveling with kids. Whether you're gearing up for a long-haul flight or just a weekend road trip, she’s sharing her go-to tips for making family vacations less stressful and more enjoyable. From her carry-on packing hacks to the mental prep needed to just let it goooo, this episode is your mom-to-mom pep talk for family travel season.
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June 26, 2025 • 35 mins
EP514. We’re bringing back one of the most popular episodes (and topics) of The Mom Room... and for good reason! In this replay, I’m diving into the topic of sleep divorce, aka why my husband and I sleep in separate rooms and why it’s the best thing ever.
I share when it started, what led to the decision, and how it’s completely changed the way I sleep (spoiler: it’s amazing). Let’s be real, once you have kids, sleep becomes gold,...
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June 24, 2025 • 53 mins
Ep513. Renee is joined again by her pod-pal bestie Ariana Christie for an honest convo about parenting through big feelings, behavioral challenges, and the pressure to keep it all together—especially when the world expects our kids to always appear “happy and well-adjusted.” Ariana shares her experience raising twins with totally different temperaments, what led her to seek outside support, and how tools like emotional “toolboxes” ...
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June 20, 2025 • 12 mins
In this episode, Renee introduces a special interview conducted by Friend Of co-host and bestie, Ariana — and it’s with none other than Real Housewives of Miami star, Lisa Hochstein. From jaw-dropping fashion to headline-making drama, Lisa has lived it all in front of the cameras — including a very public divorce while raising two young kids.
They talk motherhood in the spotlight, Miami style, and what we can expect from this upco...
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June 19, 2025 • 58 mins
For this week’s solo episode, I am being interviewed by Ariana Joy! We recorded this episode for Your Cup Of Joy and it was so good that I want you all to hear it! We talk about what it means to be the “default parent”, the silent weight of being constantly “on,” the overstimulation that comes with never being alone, and the subtle dynamics that fall into place when no one is looking. I share my own evolution, from early postpartu...
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June 17, 2025 • 64 mins
Ep511. Renee sits down with illustrator and writer Mary Catherine Starr, the creative force behind @momlife_comics, to talk about how the chaos of early motherhood—and a global pandemic—sparked a viral career that resonated with millions. From her first comic to landing a book deal, Mary Catherine shares how she uses humor, art, and personal storytelling to make sense of the emotional labor, invisible work, and double standards bak...
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June 12, 2025 • 29 mins
EP510. In this episode, Renee is catching you up on all the things! She’s getting ready for her upcoming family trip to Antigua (send packing vibes), shares how she fulfilled a lifelong dream of becoming a mascot (yes, really), but also how that moment of glory cost her a chance to meet her hall pass - the ultimate plot twist. She also confesses her hatred for cooking (ready-made meals for the win) and chats about her vacation beac...
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June 10, 2025 • 63 mins
Ep509. The Mom Room favourite guest, Dr. Tanya Cotler is back to talk with Renee about raising emotionally resilient kids—especially boys—in a world that often discourages vulnerability. They unpack the impact of media like the Netflix series Adolescence, how to know when something’s “off” with your child, and why kids don’t need us to be perfect—they need us to be present, intuitive, and willing to set loving boundaries.
Renee a...
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June 5, 2025 • 31 mins
EP506. It’s time for another Ask Me Anything—but this time, it’s anonymous. In today’s episode, Renee dives into your unfiltered questions. Nothing is off-limits—from thoughts on having another baby, to navigating religion and spirituality, to the behind-the-scenes reality of being an influencer. Whether you’re here for the real talk, the hot takes, or just to feel less alone, this episode has something for everyone. Buckle up—Rene...
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June 3, 2025 • 52 mins
ep505. This week, Renee is joined by Shannon Wood, mom of two and mother of Summer House star Lexi Wood, for a heartfelt chat about parenting, family dynamics, and what it’s like to navigate the modeling world and reality TV as a mom. Shannon reflects on raising two girls with confidence and compassion, what it meant to foster open communication from an early age, and how parenting looks different when you lead with respect, hones...
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May 29, 2025 • 29 mins
EP504. In this episode of The Mom Room, Renee gets real about how freaking hard it is to just relax. Even on a day with no to-do list, the guilt creeps in, and suddenly you're reorganizing the junk drawer instead of lying on the couch like you promised yourself. She reflects on growing up around women who were always on the go—cleaning, cooking, doing, achieving—and how that hustle mentality is tough to shake. Renee opens up about ...
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May 27, 2025 • 62 mins
EP503. In this episode, Renee welcomes back Sarah Adams, a digital privacy advocate, mom of two, and creator of @mom.uncharted for a candid conversation about kids, consent, and what growing up online looks like these days. Diving into everything from the risks of sharenting and child influencer culture to consent and privacy, Sarah talks about how becoming a mom changed her view of social media—and why she felt compelled to start ...
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May 22, 2025 • 28 mins
EP502. In this entertaining episode, Renee gives us a very personal health update — spoiler alert: her uterus is back in the spotlight and there’s a polyp eviction notice in progress. From hospital appointments to hormonal chaos, she’s keeping it real as always.
Then, we head to the park where things took a turn. What started as a wholesome family outing ended with Renee channeling her inner playground vigilante — and yes, she may...
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May 20, 2025 • 50 mins
Renee is joined by activist, storyteller, and mom of two, Sarain Fox, for a vulnerable and uplifting conversation about the parts of motherhood we don’t talk about enough—loneliness, identity shifts, and the magic of finding community.
From postpartum during the pandemic to the unexpected grief of letting go of the mom you thought you'd be, Sarain shares how her reality as a new mom differed from the narrative she had in her head....
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