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 Oct 09, 2025

In this inspiring episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily welcomes Brandy Cummings, an integrative health practitioner, to discuss the intersection of motherhood, trauma, and healing. Brandy shares her personal journey through miscarriage, chronic illness, and birth trauma, highlighting the challenges women face in a healthcare system that often dismisses their concerns. Together, they emphasize the importance of addressing emotional, physical, and spiritual health, and empower mothers to advocate for themselves. Listeners gain practical advice on self-advocacy, holistic healing, and the value of community support in reclaiming health and peace after trauma.Connect with Brandy:www.resilientmotherhood.health  www.instagram.com/resilientmotherhood.healthFB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1474175130644114 
🎁 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 tbWmgpfyhjhESKIlYfMj

Tuesday Oct 07, 2025

In this episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily addresses the profound challenge trauma-surviving mothers face in letting go of trauma without losing their sense of self. She shares compassionate strategies for acknowledging and releasing trauma, separating identity from past pain, and staying grounded in one’s core values. Emily offers practical steps and promotes her free "Unlocking Peace Guide" to support listeners in managing triggers and reclaiming calm. The episode closes with an encouraging reminder that healing is possible and mothers are never alone on their journey toward peace and self-discovery.
🎁 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 

Monday Oct 06, 2025

In this special milestone episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily celebrates nearly 200 episodes and expresses heartfelt gratitude to the supportive community of mothers. She announces a listener survey to gather feedback and shape the future of the podcast, including potential new features and content. As a thank you, survey participants are entered to win a limited edition 200th episode hoodie. Emily encourages listeners to continue their healing journey with the free "Unlocking Peace Guide," emphasizing the power of community, shared growth, and healing together.Fill out the survey here-
https://forms.gle/WJmT11uEixUZrwvG6 
🎁 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 Oct 02, 2025

In this inspiring episode of Mamahood After Trauma, host Emily welcomes Amy, a trauma survivor and mother, who shares her journey of healing from childhood abandonment and breast cancer.Amy discusses how Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping) helped her address deep-rooted fears and transform anxiety into resilience. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, curiosity, and community in the healing process, and introduces her app, Soar with Tapping, designed to guide users toward lasting emotional freedom.Listeners are encouraged to approach their healing with patience and compassion, knowing they are not alone on their journey.Connect with Amy:www.soarwithtapping.com/podcast-special/
🎁 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 Sep 30, 2025

In this episode of "Mamahood After Trauma," host Emily discusses the power of taking small, intentional steps to break generational trauma patterns. She shares her own journey, starting with simple practices like pausing before responding to her children, and emphasizes that healing is a gradual process built on consistency, not perfection. Emily encourages listeners to embrace micro actions and offers her "Beyond the Trigger" program for further support. The episode provides practical strategies and inspiration for parents seeking to heal, grow, and parent more peacefully and intentionally.Learn more about Beyond the Trigger here-
https://coaching.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/course 
🎁 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 Sep 25, 2025

In this inspiring episode of "Mamahood After Trauma," host Emily welcomes nurse practitioner and author Jennifer Robb, who shares her powerful journey supporting her daughter through severe mental health struggles. Jennifer discusses navigating crisis moments, including her daughter's near-fatal overdose, and the importance of holistic healing, self-care, and faith. She offers practical advice on advocating for children and emphasizes that mothers must also care for themselves. Jennifer’s story, captured in her book Warrior Mom Rising, provides hope and encouragement for mothers facing similar challenges, reminding them they are not alone on their healing journey.Connect with Jen- Website: https://warriormomcoach.net/ Amazon link to book: https://a.co/d/46gmbn9 
🎁 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 Sep 23, 2025

In this episode of "Mamahood After Trauma," host Emily explores the emotional burdens of guilt and shame that trauma can leave on mothers.She explains the difference between guilt and shame, encourages self-compassion, and shares grounding techniques like 5-5-7 breathing to manage difficult feelings. Emily emphasizes that these emotions are signals for healing, not punishments, and promotes her book, "Breaking Free Parenting in the Midst of Trauma Recovery," as a resource for recovery. Listeners are reminded they’re not alone and are encouraged to download the free Unlocking Peace Guide for additional support.Learn more about "Breaking Free" Here- https://books.mamahoodaftertrauma.com/breakingfree
🎁 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 Sep 18, 2025

In this inspiring episode of "Mamahood After Trauma," host Emily welcomes transformational life coach and author Lisa Watson. Lisa shares her "Parent Yourself" method, emphasizing the impact of childhood trauma on adult parenting and the importance of inner child healing. Together, they explore how unhealed wounds shape parental reactions and offer practical steps for breaking generational cycles. Lisa encourages listeners to nurture their inner child with compassion, fostering self-love and healthier family dynamics. The episode empowers mothers to begin their healing journey, reminding them that transformation starts within and that they are not alone.Connect with Lisa: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reparent_yourself  https://www.instagram.com/awaken.the.one TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reparent.yourself Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555499933753  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/watsonlisak Websites: https://www.reparent-yourself.com  https://www.awakentheone.org 
🎁 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 Sep 16, 2025

In this episode of "Mamahood After Trauma," host Emily explores how unresolved trauma can subtly shape parenting, often causing parents to react in ways they regret. Through a relatable story, she highlights how old survival patterns can lead to shame and confusion. Emily emphasizes the importance of self-awareness as the first step toward healing and encourages listeners to download her free "Unlocking Peace Guide" for practical tools to manage triggers. The episode offers support, understanding, and empowerment for parents seeking to break harmful cycles and parent with greater peace and kindness.
🎁 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 Sep 11, 2025

In this episode of "Mamahood After Trauma," host Emily welcomes licensed professional counselor Austin Davis to discuss the growing mental health challenges facing today’s youth. Together, they explore the impact of trauma, technology, and family fragmentation, as well as the unique struggles of neurodivergent children. Austin shares expert insights on how undiagnosed neurodivergence can lead to substance use and offers empowering advice for mothers advocating for their children. The conversation inspires hope, emphasizing community support and proactive action as essential tools for healing and growth.Connect with Austin- My Kid, My Crisis: https://www.amazon.com/My-Kid-Crisis-Austin-Davis/dp/B0DN7S12ZM/ Clearfork Academy Website: https://clearforkacademy.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

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