Mamahood After Trauma | Trauma Informed Parenting, Emotional Regulation for Moms
Mamahood After Trauma Podcast
Trauma-Informed Parenting | Emotional Regulation | Manage Triggers in Motherhood
Are you a mama carrying childhood trauma while trying to parent with patience, presence, and peace? You’re not alone — and you’re exactly where you need to be.
I’m Emily Cleghorn, trauma-surviving mama of two and Trigger Recovery Coach for Mamas. This podcast is where we stop pretending we’re “fine” and start healing out loud. Here, we talk honestly about maternal mental health, trauma-informed motherhood, and what it really takes to regulate your emotions and manage triggers in the middle of raising kids.
Each week, you’ll get trauma-informed conversations, practical healing strategies, and real talk about:
✨ Managing triggers in motherhood without guilt or shame
✨ Emotional regulation when everything feels like too much
✨ Building resilience after childhood, emotional, or birth trauma
✨ Reclaiming your peace while raising securely attached, connected kids
✨ Breaking generational cycles through grounded, heart-led parenting
Whether you're navigating postpartum triggers, coping with trauma resurfacing in motherhood, or simply trying to stay calm after a hard day, this show gives you the tools, stories, and support you need to heal without losing yourself.
This isn’t just a podcast — it’s a lifeline for cycle-breaking mamas rebuilding their lives from the inside out.
Take a deep breath. You’re not doing this alone.
Let’s walk this healing path together — one episode, one moment of peace, one breakthrough at a time.
🎧 Subscribe now and begin your journey toward peaceful, trauma-informed parenting.
Learn more at mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/podcast
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc
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Episodes
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
In this inspiring episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily welcomes Heidi, author and trauma recovery advocate, to share her journey through infertility and birth trauma. Heidi discusses the emotional and physical challenges she faced, the power of faith, journaling, and open communication, and the importance of setting boundaries with social media. She introduces her new book, Rising Through the Storm, which offers hope and reflection for others navigating similar struggles. The conversation encourages resilience, self-compassion, and the healing power of storytelling, reminding listeners they are not alone on their path to recovery.Connect with Heidi:Learn more about Heidi: www.heidigoettsch.com Order Rising Through Rain: https://a.co/d/bbPU0k0 Follow Heidi on Facebook: @heidigoettschauthor Learn more about the Monthly Peace Pack- https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/newsletter
🎁 Ready to break free from the chaos and unlock peace in your motherhood journey?
Start with my free guide, Unlocking Peace, designed to help you take the first step toward calm and connection.
👉 Download it for free today: https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc
Tuesday Dec 02, 2025
Tuesday Dec 02, 2025
In this inspiring episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily shares four practical strategies to help mothers navigate the emotional challenges of family gatherings during the holiday season. She offers guidance on identifying triggers, creating exit plans, setting boundaries, and using grounding techniques to protect one’s peace. Emily also introduces the monthly Peace Pack and a supportive Patreon community for ongoing healing. Learn more about the Monthly Peace Pack here- https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/newsletterThe episode closes with encouragement to download the Unlocking Peace Guide, reminding listeners they are not alone on their journey to healing and growth.
🎁 Start finding peace today! Get my free guide, Unlocking Peace, and discover practical steps to calm your triggers and nurture joy in your motherhood journey.
👉 Download now: https://mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
In this episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily welcomes therapist Angela Caldwell to explore how unresolved trauma shapes parenting. Angela explains the patterns of over-parenting and under-parenting, sharing how trauma survivors’ empathy can sometimes lead to over-protection or emotional withdrawal. She emphasizes the importance of therapy and self-reflection in breaking these cycles, offering practical steps for healing and growth. Listeners are encouraged to seek support, reflect on their parenting, and remember that healing is possible at any stage. The episode inspires hope and provides actionable advice for parents seeking to nurture healthier family dynamics.Connect with Angela: https://www.angelacaldwell.com/ Learn more about the Monthly Peace Pack- https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/newsletter
🎁 Ready to break free from the chaos and unlock peace in your motherhood journey?
Start with my free guide, Unlocking Peace, designed to help you take the first step toward calm and connection.
👉 Download it for free today: https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc
Tuesday Nov 25, 2025
Tuesday Nov 25, 2025
In this introductory episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily Cleghorn launches a four-week Christmas series designed to support mothers healing from trauma during the holiday season. Emily shares four key steps—identifying triggers, setting boundaries, planning self-care, and letting go of perfection—to help listeners navigate holiday challenges with greater peace. The episode also highlights the Peace Pack subscription and private Patreon community for ongoing support.Learn more about the Monthly Peace pack here- https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/newsletter Listeners are encouraged to download the free Unlocking Peace Guide, reinforcing the podcast’s mission to empower mothers to heal and "mama in peace."
🎁 Start finding peace today! Get my free guide, Unlocking Peace, and discover practical steps to calm your triggers and nurture joy in your motherhood journey.
👉 Download now: https://mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
In this episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily welcomes Michele, a trauma recovery coach and ceremonialist, to discuss the intersection of neurodivergence and trauma. Michele shares her personal journey and highlights the limitations of cognitive therapies for trauma survivors, advocating for somatic and sensory motor practices. Together, they explore the challenges mothers face, the societal pressure to be constantly productive, and the importance of nervous system regulation for responsive parenting. Michele offers practical tips on building community and prioritizing rest, inspiring listeners to embrace holistic healing and compassionate self-care on their motherhood journey.Connect with Michele: https://souljourncoach.com/homepage https://www.instagram.com/souljourncoach/ https://souljourncoach.substack.com/ Learn more and sign up for the NEW Monthly Peace Pack Newsletter- https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/newsletter
🎁 Ready to break free from the chaos and unlock peace in your motherhood journey?
Start with my free guide, Unlocking Peace, designed to help you take the first step toward calm and connection.
👉 Download it for free today: https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc
Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
In this inspiring 200th episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily is interviewed by Victoria from "A Contagious Smile." Together, they share personal stories of overcoming trauma, discuss the challenges of accessing trauma-informed care, and highlight the importance of community and support for survivors. Emily reflects on her healing journey and announces new initiatives to make healing more accessible, including a free mailed newsletter and a supportive Patreon community. The episode celebrates resilience, authentic connection, and the ongoing mission to empower mothers breaking cycles of trauma.Learn more about the NEW Monthly Peace Pack Newsletter and sign up here- https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/newsletter
🎁 Ready to break free from the chaos and unlock peace in your motherhood journey?
Start with my free guide, Unlocking Peace, designed to help you take the first step toward calm and connection.
👉 Download it for free today: https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
In this inspiring episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily welcomes Ann, who shares her journey of healing from early childhood loss, financial hardship, and mental health struggles. Ann discusses the power of community, therapy, and practical tools like affirmations and reframing negative thoughts. She emphasizes resilience, staying open to new solutions, and the importance of small acts of kindness and gratitude. Listeners are encouraged to seek support, embrace vulnerability, and remember that hope and healing are possible—even in the midst of life’s greatest challenges.Connect with Ann- https://annsplan.com/emily
🎁 Ready to break free from the chaos and unlock peace in your motherhood journey?
Start with my free guide, Unlocking Peace, designed to help you take the first step toward calm and connection.
👉 Download it for free today: https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
In this inspiring episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily honors the quiet courage of mothers healing from trauma. As the podcast approaches its 200th episode, Emily emphasizes the power of "showing up"—the small, unseen acts of resilience that drive true healing. She encourages listeners to celebrate their progress, no matter how invisible, and invites them to download the free "Unlocking Peace Guide" for support. The episode serves as a heartfelt reminder that every step forward matters, and that together, mothers are rewriting the narrative of healing with strength and hope.
🎁 Ready to break free from the chaos and unlock peace in your motherhood journey?
Start with my free guide, Unlocking Peace, designed to help you take the first step toward calm and connection.
👉 Download it for free today: https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
In this inspiring episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily welcomes healing expert Emma Lyons, who shares her journey from law to trauma recovery. Emma discusses the pervasive role of shame in Western culture and its impact on trauma survivors, particularly those from dysfunctional families. She introduces her BREAK method—Break the trance, Refuse to engage, Expose the lie, Anchor in your truth, and Kick it out—to help listeners reclaim their power from internalized shame. Emma’s insights offer practical, empowering steps for mothers seeking to heal and break free from cycles of self-sabotage and inherited pain.Connect with Emma- https://www.instagram.com/trauma.matrix/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-lyons-traumamatrix/ https://www.facebook.com/trauma.matrix https://www.youtube.com/@trauma.matrix https://www.tiktok.com/@trauma.matrix https://traumamatrix.substack.com/
🎁 Ready to break free from the chaos and unlock peace in your motherhood journey?
Start with my free guide, Unlocking Peace, designed to help you take the first step toward calm and connection.
👉 Download it for free today: https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
In this special episode of the Mamahood After Trauma podcast, host Emily reflects on the journey to 200 episodes, sharing transformative lessons learned about healing, motherhood, and trauma recovery. She emphasizes that healing is non-linear, self-care is essential, and breathing can ground us in difficult moments. Emily reminds listeners that trauma may touch every aspect of life but does not define us, and that reconnection with oneself is vital in motherhood. Above all, she reassures mothers that they are not alone, inspiring them to continue their healing journeys with hope and community support.
🎁 Ready to break free from the chaos and unlock peace in your motherhood journey?
Start with my free guide, Unlocking Peace, designed to help you take the first step toward calm and connection.
👉 Download it for free today: https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide
Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc