Courtney Kowalske

Episode 30 | The Truth About Llama Mama Drama: Discussing the Toxic Hollywood Mom Group

This episode of Truth Moms is what happens when motherhood, stomach bugs, sleep deprivation, and group chat tension collide. The Moms talk drama with friendships (spolier alert it’s not just mom groups), default parent burnout, co-sleeping, gentle parenting, mental load, and why women simmer while men simply… get a beer and move on. Oh yes,…

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Episode 29 | The Truth About What We’re Leaving Behind

A season ending at the end of the year – the Truth Moms end 2025 by throwing out hustle for holy and resolutions for realignments. Because the truth is, convenience is not the same as peace, and not everything that feels familiar is healthy. Bring on the boundary setting and toss the tv binging. The…

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Episode 28 | The Truth About the Getting Engaged

She said yes. Actually… she didn’t think marriage was even on the table. On this episode of Truth Moms, Brit spills the entire engagement story. The doubts, the faith, the cussing (we’re working on it), the kids-at-weddings debate update, and the moment you realize you don’t need an exit plan anymore. The engagement may have happened…

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Episode 27 | The Truth About the “Ish” in Crunchy-Ish

This near-season, pre Christmas episode genuinely is a catch all dish, literally.  It was supposed to be a part 2 to travel – but thanks to pregnancy brain and drive-thru survival, the moms get less rigid and let go.  Seriously, from crunchy-ish to Crunch wraps (Taco Bell forever), scent sensitivities, packing anxiety, clean living in…

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Episode 26 | The Truth About Traveling with Kids

Traveling with kids isn’t “a trip” – it’s a full contact sport. In this episode of Truth Moms, Brit and Court unpack the chaotic reality of flying with toddlers. If you’ve ever boarded an airplane with a child and immediately started sweating through your shirt, congratulations you’re in the right place.    Fasten your seatbelt…

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Episode 25 | The Truth About the Reason for the Season

This week on the moms get cozy (peppermint mochas and pregnancy cravings included) and dive into real Christmas conversations. Okay, the truth? It’s a Christmas therapy session disguised as a podcast.  Court and Brit drop bombs on the overwhelming commercialism surrounding “the perfect Christmas.”  Elf on the Shelf? Hard pass. Big Brother in a onesie….

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Episode 24 | The Truth About What’s Actually Blessing Us (and Stressing Us)

Tis the season to be grateful, truthfully. In this holiday-coded chaos-isode, the Moms go from Christmas shirts on November 1st to kids learning their first curse word (thanks, wasps), second trimester resurrection energy, and the mom-friend drama that Brit has no focus for because her attention is now going to  the bug invasion in the…

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Episode 23 | The Truth About Our Unpopular Opinions

Unhinged from the moment they pressed play (seriously, because the camera didn’t work AGAIN), the Moms get unfiltered and almost-too-honest on this episode of the Truth Moms Podcast. We peel back the curtain on hot takes nobody asked for, but everybody secretly has.  From tiny humans crashing formal events to the surprising hills we’re apparently…

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Episode 22 | The Truth About Where the Hell We’ve Been

The Moms are Baaaaaaaaack.    There’s a new space. A new chapter. A new… someone? something? Listen, we’re not saying anything yet… but we’re definitely saying something.    This season we’re talking about the real stuff: The mental load, the mom rage, the glow-ups, the breakdowns, and the kind of growth that only happens when…

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Raising Kids in a Digital World – A Mom’s Perspective

Technology is everywhere, and kids are growing up in a digital-first world. Moms open up about the struggles of screen time, social media, and online safety. This episode provides practical strategies to raise balanced, healthy kids while teaching them how to thrive in the modern world.

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Episode 21B: The Truth About Genetic Testing: How Your DNA Can Transform Your Health with Dr. Chad Yarbrough, owner of MaxGen Labs

Who knew the real game changer in transforming your health and wellness was already written in your DNA? In Part 2 of our series with returning guest Dr. Chad Yarbrough from MaxGen Labs (maxgenlabs.com), a leader in personalized health and genetic testing, the Truth Moms dig even deeper. This time Brittainy compares her results to…

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Episode 21A: The Truth About Genetic Testing: How Your DNA Can Transform Your Health with Dr. Chad Yarbrough, owner of MaxGen Labs

Who knew the real game changer in transforming your health and wellness was already written in your DNA? In this two-part series, Truth Moms is diving deeper with returning guest Dr. Chad Yarbrough from MaxGen Labs (http://maxgenlabs.com), a leader in personalized health and genetic testing. This time, the moms get real personal—Courtney explores her own…

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Episode 20 | The Truth About Unlocking Emotional Healing with NET Therapy (Neuro Emotional Technique) with Dr. Paul, Hodgson, DC

In this episode of Truth Moms, we sit down with Dr. Paul Hodgson, a chiropractor and certified practitioner of Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET), to explore how unresolved emotional stress can manifest in the body—and how healing is possible. Dr. Paul breaks down how NET works, why it’s especially powerful for mothers holding onto hidden stress or…

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Episode 19B | Harvey’s Story: a Mother’s Journey Through IUGR, Stillbirth, and Healing with Marist

In this powerful two part episode, Marist Lamson shares the deeply personal story of her son Harvey, from a heartbreaking IUGR diagnosis to the unimaginable loss of stillbirth. Part one focuses on Marist’s pregnancy journey, navigating the fear and uncertainty that came with Harvey’s severe IUGR diagnosis. With raw honesty and unwavering strength, she opens…

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Episode 19A | Harvey’s Story: a Mother’s Journey Through IUGR, Stillbirth, and Healing with Marist

In this powerful two part episode, Marist Lamson shares the deeply personal story of her son Harvey, from a heartbreaking IUGR diagnosis to the unimaginable loss of stillbirth. Part one focuses on Marist’s pregnancy journey, navigating the fear and uncertainty that came with Harvey’s severe IUGR diagnosis. With raw honesty and unwavering strength, she opens…

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Episode 18 | Playdate & Tell: WTF IVF with Kaylee

Our first of many momisodes with real moms who have their own take on motherhood, because there’s no one way to mom.  This week we catch up with Very Cavallari alumni, Kaylee. Since the show, Kaylee and her wife have moved to the Bronx, back to Music City, and became moms. The process? Not the…

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Episode 17 | The Truth About Miscarriage, Reality TV, and Influencer Culture

Welcome back and buckle up. This season the moms decided to give more real and raw experiences, not realizing they’d be the ones to experience them.   In a raw moment that wasn’t meant to be on camera, Brittainy opens up about the dark side of influencer culture—and what it was really like behind the…

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Episode 16 | Came for the Q&A… Stayed for the Trauma Bonding

Sayonara Season 2! Our last episode starts as a lighthearted Q&A from our Instagram and turns into full-blown trauma bonding (classic us). We laugh, vent, and get real about everything from boobs to boundaries.    Instagram: @truthmomspod TikTok: @truthmoms   Clean Swaps: Truly Free Links & Codes:  $39 Stain Removal System with 100 FREE Loads…

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Episode 15 | Rewriting the Postpartum Story with Jane Baecher, CEO of Anya

What if the postpartum experience didn’t have to be so lonely, overwhelming, or under-supported? In this powerful conversation, your favorite moms sit down with Jane Baecher, co-founder and CEO of Anya (@thisis.anya), and deep dive into her quest for changing the way we care for moms after birth. Together, Brit, Court, and Jane explain why…

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Episode 14 | Beyond the Prescription Pad: Inside Naturopathic Medicine and Holistic Health with Dr. Kalstein

If you’ve ever wondered what naturopathic medicine really is—or how it stacks up against traditional medicine—tune in.  The moms are joined by Dr. Kalstein, a licensed naturopathic doctor and mom-favorite holistic health expert, for a deep dive into natural medicine, starting with the difference between naturopathic, integrative, and allopathic medicine, and why so many are…

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Episode 13 | Bottled Up: Predatory Formula Marketing’s Grip on Mom Guilt with Andrea Haskins | Instinctual Mothering

On this episode with Instinctual Mothering’s Andrea, the Truth Moms squad explores the history behind predatory formula marketing and the constant maternal pressure around feeding your baby. How does the intricate web of advertising tactics used by formula brands shape parenting choices? Second-guessing comes with motherhood, because let’s face it—it can’t be taught in a…

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Episode 12 | Unlocking Wellness: Navigating Lifestyle with Functional Medicine Coach Sheeva Stephens

Truth Moms dive deeper into the world of functional medicine with friend and lifestyle coach Sheeva Rouhanifard Stephens, who through her unique root cause and holistic approach to lifestyle health for both body and brain goes beyond conventional methods, and is transforming lives.  The secret sauce to her success is creating personalized care that considers…

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Episode 11 | The DYE’r Consquences: America’s Children & Food Dyes with Brandon & Whitney Cawood from To Dye For Documentary

The Truth Moms tackle one of the most talked about recent topics: food dyes. The To Dye For Documentary took Brandon and Whitney two years and so much research, but that’s not where their story begins – or ends. Tune in to deep dive America’s love for marketing and the bottom line over health risks,…

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Episode 10 | DNA Blueprint: Decoding Genetic Testing with Chad Yarbrough, Founder of MaxGen

Brit and Court meet with Dr. Chad Yarbrough, the founder of MaxGen Labs, a leader in genetic testing for functional medicine and nutrigenomics. They deep dive on why the integration of genetics into patient care can be leveraged to improve health outcomes, from uncovering hidden risks to tailoring treatment plans. Dr. Chad and his colleagues…

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Episode 9 | We’re Back Baby

Spring forward with a new season of Truth Moms. School might be out this week, but the Moms are BACK. Before we get in deep with guests and gossip, Brit & Court recap what they’ve been up to since the first season. A small sabbatical for some big events, so postPARDON the interruption. Let’s get…

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Episode 8 | Finding Your Mom Squad

In this episode, Courtney sits down with Brittainy to dive into the art of finding your “scrunchy squad”—a group of like-minded moms who share your values, quirks, and parenting vibes.  They share tips on how to break the ice, build genuine connections, and navigate the world of “mom dating” without the awkwardness. From striking up…

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Episode 7 | Parental Perspectives

Court and Brit discuss parenting styles and discover they may not fit in one box: parenting à la carte, if you will. With every parent and every child on their own journey, the moms also discuss parenting in the wild: how to maneuver different styles and respect everyone’s path to parenthood while simultaneously being mindful…

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Episode 6 | B is for Breastfeeding

Brittainy breaks down the history of breastfeeding coupled with her own experience. Having extended from EBF (exclusively breastfeeding) after learning her milk was high in lipase and the two week recommended bottle feeding wait period turned her baby off bottle feeding and into a boob barnacle. B gives her thoughts on breastfeeding, formula feeding, and…

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Episode 5 | The Provider & the Parent | Integrative Health (with Jaimeé Arroyo, FNP-BC | Founder of Hopewell Family Care)

Join Truth Moms for the first official guest episode! Jaimeé Arroyo is a Nurse Practitioner and the founder of Nashville’s most sought-after Integrative Health Clinic. Listen in as Jaimeé explains integrative health, navigates challenges, and discusses a full-blown investigation over supplements, PancakeGate, facts over fear with other leaders in the crunchy community, and more. For…

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Episode 4 | Spoonfed America (A Conversation About the US Food Industry)

Brit and Court, like many moms across America, have qualms with the food industry. With MAHA movement in full force, the moms go into a important discussion about the future, culture, and conversations around health and wellness are changing. And who would’ve thought it began with a few disgruntled mommy bloggers. 

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Episode 3 | To Snip or Not to Snip That is the Question (The Circumcision Conversation)

In this episode of Truth Moms, Courtney and Brittainy dive into one of the most overlooked parenting topics: circumcision. After extensive research, Courtney made the choice not to circumcise her son at birth and is now sharing everything she learned—the pros, cons, myths, and facts—with Brittainy, who’s expecting but doesn’t know the gender of her baby….

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Episode 2 | We Gave Birth & Sh*t

The number one question after pregnancy: “What’s your birth story?” We all fixate on that very unknown mysterious realm between preggo and parent. Brit and Court share theirs to show it’s not always a linear path, not all bodies and babies are the same, and parts of it can be downright confusing. From toe candles…

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Episode 1B | Non-Negotiables

Figuring a second part to Ep. 1 made more sense than condensing, we give you answers to the question you’re probably asking like, “How crazy are these moms?!” Here are 5 current nonnegotiable boundaries that should give you a good idea of future topics we’re going to cover, and how far down the rabbit hole…

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Episode 1A | Meet the Moms

Welcome to Truth Moms! To be honest, we don’t exactly know where to start, so we decided a quick intro is probably the way to go, before we dive into the deep end.

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Welcome to Truth Moms

Subscribe now for weekly episodes! What if fear of the truth didn’t hold us back? Instead of having to do the research yourself, we’ve done it for you. Tune in each week as real moms drop some truth bombs. Answers start now.    

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