Shepack Unleashed

S1 Eps 22: Beyond the Stigma, honoring the journey of Pregnancy Loss

Welcome to an all-new episode of Shepack  Unleashed. This week's episode tackles a sensitive yet significant topic - pregnancy loss. Hosts Tania, Nicohle, Ashley, and Jenny engage in a candid conversation on their individual experiences with miscarriage and the impacts it has made on their lives. The episode aims to challenge, educate, and empower listeners, shedding light on lesser-discussed forms of pregnancy loss such as 'chemical pregnancies' and fostering a safe space for dialogue and understanding.
Jenna, a guest speaker, shares her emotional journey through an ectopic pregnancy, highlighting the debilitating realities of dismissive healthcare and the importance of self-advocacy. her story illuminates the dire need for improved treatment and understanding for women's reproductive health.
Jenny recounts her journey through pregnancy loss and recovery, stressing the often-ignored after-effects and the legal complexities that can arise, particularly in regions with restrictive policies on pregnancy termination. She emphasizes the critical importance of self-advocacy, open conversations, and a strong support system.
Listen as Jenny Jenna, Nichole, Tania provide meaningful insights, share personal reflections, and offer a platform for listeners to share their experiences and stories in this powerful episode of Shepack Unleashed.

S1 Eps 12: A Parent's Guide to Navigating Children's Schedules and Extracurricular Activities

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Shepack Unleashed where we open a discourse on the challenging aspect of managing children's schedules and extracurricular activities. This discussion, led by our lively hosts Tania, Nichole, Ashley, and Jenny, explores insights and real-life scenarios from different family structures. Discover how these mothers handle overseeing their children's various interests, safeguarding their individuality, and still ensuring a harmonious family environment.
Highlighted in this episode are personal stories about dealing with activities ranging from soccer, diving, swimming, dance, to arts, painting an enriching picture of family dynamics during these extracurriculars. As we delve into these experiences, bigger revelations are made about child individuality, their inclinations, and how these preferences shape parental decision-making.
Join us in this honest reflection about juggling personal and professional lives whilst steering children's interest. The episode underlines how extracurricular activities are both a test and testament to the fine balancing act of parenting. Among the cobweb of activities and schedules, the consensus remains - a happy, balanced, and growing child is the end-goal.
Listen in as we discuss the challenges and triumphs associated with setting boundaries, coordinating schedules, and deciding when it's time to pull the plug on certain activities. Contributions from a panel of parents shed light on the emotional dimensions of scheduling and investing in activities, not just based on immediate returns, but on lifelong learning experiences.
The conversation columns the importance of understanding children's capacities, building resilience, and embracing failure. The episode ends on a heartening note, stressing the need to value the spirit of growth and joy beyond winning or losing. Join us on this insightful journey to better understand the delicate art of balancing - an episode every parent, educator, or individual reminiscing about their adolescence should tune into.

S1 Eps 20: Insights on Personality Types and Human Interactions

Welcome to another exciting episode of Shepack Unleashed where we deep-dive into the captivating universe of introversion and extroversion. Join our hosts, Tania, Nichole, Ashley, and Jenny, as they share their personal experiences of navigating their lives based on their introverted or extroverted personalities.Listen and explore the multifaceted dynamics of parenthood, human relationships, societal expectations, and more. Unravel the mystery behind energy conservation and interaction style of an extrovert or introvert, and debunk common stereotypes surrounding these personality types. This episode is packed with dynamic discussions detailing how these diversely energized individuals manage their energy, unveil their true selves, and influence the world around them.Dive into the insightful conversations about how each personality type adds a unique flavor to friendships, romantic relationships, and family dynamics. Understand the common misinterpretations circling socializing, networking, and friendship-making, highlighting that introverts, too, can master the art of building extensive networks.Wander down the memory lane reflecting on past and current experiences, and learn how roles as parents and young adults have molded individual personalities. Discover what it means to have your energy drained by others, and the critical importance of recognizing and dealing with it for sustaining happiness and wellbeing.The episode takes a thought-provoking turn, discussing our ability to cope with the "noise" in our lives. Learn invaluable strategies for filtering out background noise, understanding personal triggers, and emphasizing the significance of self-awareness and self-care in our lives.The surprise element in this episode is an open discussion about children's parties - a social event that invokes varying reactions from introverts and extroverts. Enjoy the thrill of this rollercoaster ride as we provide insights into their journey to find a social balance during these situations.Experience a compelling journey into understanding personality types between introverts and extroverts. Learn about the impact of these traits on decision-making and behaviors while revisiting memorable experiences.Join us in this enriching exploration into the world of sensory overload, extraverted introverts, and the influence of social preferences on parenting styles. Discover techniques to recharge, nourish relationships, and facilitate personal growth.At ShePack Unleashed, we foster an environment of shared experiences encouraging our listeners to embrace their personality type and manage social interactions effectively. Tune in to explore your wild side, and proudly be part of our pack!

S1 Eps 19: A SHEPACK Unleashed Special: The HePack

Dive into a special episode of ShePack Unleashed, the podcast that bares it all about motherhood, wifehood, and sisterhood. This one-of-a-kind episode unfolds a candid conversation with our usual hosts Tanya, Nichole, Ashley, and Jenny alongside their partners Landon, Steve, Bob, and Beto. Together, they delve into their surprising journey towards forming a unique and close bond.
Each person reminisces on the defining moments that helped solidify this tribe, shedding light on how their wives' friendships blossomed into a shared family bond. They also give us a peek into their personality types and how this affects their relationships. A unique insight into the formation and dynamics of friendships are explored, along with the effect of fame on relationships.
This candid episode explores the intersections of friendship, marriage, and parenthood and how age and children impact the opportunities for friendships. Acknowledging the importance of honesty, trust, and authenticity in relationships, the conversation highlights the strong bond shared by the hosts and their families.
Moving deep into family dynamics, our guests unravel their parenting styles, roles, and responsibilities. Hear them discuss their individual approaches to parenthood from managing daily routines to balancing work and personal lives. They shed light on the significance of personal characteristics and cultural backgrounds in shaping their parenting styles.
Meet the wonderful fathers behind the incredible mothers on this exceptional episode of "She-Pack Unleashed." Enter their world as Landon, Steve, Beto, and Bob share their diverse experiences and roles in the family. Discover how they handle modern parenting, household tasks, while also learning about their unique struggles and victories. Tune in today for an animated discussion that is bound to leave an impression.

S1 Eps 18: Embracing New Mom Styles

Join us on ShePack Unleashed as we embark on a journey through the evolution of our styles, thoughts on parenting, trends, and everything in between. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of maintaining our individuality while navigating the multifaceted roles of womanhood, from embracing changing fashion trends to contemplating the impact of our choices on our children. Through candid conversations and insightful reflections, we explore how our personal styles and perspectives have evolved over the years, all while ensuring we stay true to ourselves. Tune in as we share anecdotes, discuss challenges, and celebrate the joys of self-discovery in the midst of life's ever-changing landscape. Don't miss this empowering and relatable episode of ShePack Unleashed.

S1 Eps 17: Navigating Careers and Motherhood in the Millennial Age

Welcome to an episode of ShePack Unleashed – a candid conversation between mothers who are thriving in their various career paths while balancing parenthood. In this enriching episode, hosts Ashley, Nichole, Tania, and Jenny share their unique journeys, challenges, and triumphs, painting a true-to-life picture of the modern millennial woman's journey.
From exploring the complexities of dual-career families and work-from-home landscapes to discussing personal adjustments to corporate life and motherhood, this episode is a treasure trove of personal narratives and expert advice. Regardless of whether you're a corporate worker or have taken a less traditional career path, we reassure you that every journey comes with its unique set of challenges and triumphs.
In an attempt to demystify work-life integration, the episode dissects the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, scheduling, managing child care, and the transitioning of work environments in detail. Whether you're working remotely, adhering to a hybrid schedule, or working on-site, gain insights on how each unique arrangement impacts daily routines and motherhood.
Hear personal stories about switching jobs, transitioning from being an individual contributor to a people manager, and experiences of re-joining the workforce after a hiatus. From discussing the pressure of upholding professional ambitions alongside family responsibilities to sharing insights on managing recent graduates, leadership, and fostering the next professional generation, this episode is an enlightening guide for every working millennial mother.
Join us as we forge ahead, challenge norms, comfort and encourage each other, sharing the highs and lows of our shared journey. Tune in to ShePack Unleashed: Striking the Balance, as we dwell on the joy and struggles of our tribe.

S1 Eps 16: Reimagining Traditions: Creating Meaningful Rituals for Modern Families

In this tender and heartening episode, we navigate the dynamic terrain of traditions and their enduring power within familial and friendship structures. We elucidate about not only family-based traditions, but also those we've created with our companions, forging precious memories that traverse generations and geographical limits.Listen as we divulge how our children's perspectives are being broadened by these friend-based traditions, and how we've uncovered the thrilling novelty within holiday festivities and vacations, stepping beyond our comfort zones. We delve into how these 'found family' customs have enriched our lives and built firm, lively social networks for our offspring.Delve deeper as we discuss the challenge of balancing age-old traditions with budding experiences, moulding a lifestyle that encompasses both the past and the present. Join us on a journey of acknowledging the comforting predictability and the thrilling novelty tradition can bring into our lives. This conversation on tradition evolution is sure to resonate with listeners, can help to foster fresh perspectives and even inspire the creation of new traditions.From personal experiences with holiday breakfasts, church services, and Christmas morning surprises, to the intricate emotions and memories these traditions evoke - our speakers provide engaging insights into how traditions can simultaneously represent comfort and confrontation. Alongside negotiating new arrangements within families, the episode also addresses how the dialogue enables striking the right harmony between individual, familial, and cultural expectations.Finally, discover some unique family traditions that we enjoy, like a cinema-themed 13th birthday or an adventure trip to China, and feel motivated to create or share your own. Throughout our dialogue about these cherished customs and traditions, we celebrate the importance of creating cherished memories and cultivating love and connectedness. Let's all stay wild, fierce, and passionately engaged with the traditions that make us what we are today!

S1 Eps 15: Unpacking the Dynamics of Living Child-Free

In this episode of ShePack Unleashed, join hosts Tania, Nichole, Ashley, as they engage in a compelling conversation about the conscious decision to lead a child-free life. The special guest, Agnieszka, a thriving dental technician from Chapel Hill, offers invigorating insights into her journey of intentional childlessness and challenges the typical societal norms surrounding motherhood.
Here, we investigate the expanding trend amongst millennial women opting for a life without children. We use Agnieszka’s experiences to explore the complexities behind this major life decision, shedding light on an often overlooked topic. This episode acts as a catalyst for more open discussions about motherhood and female independence by questioning rampant societal expectations.
Delve into the realities of living child-free in a family-centric society, as we illuminate the impact of individual decisions over societal conventions. Experience illuminating personal anecdotes that signify the freedom and flexibility that comes with child-free living. The conversation also highlights the significance of honesty during discussions about parenthood and its challenges.
Furthermore, the episode examines the correlation between opting for a child-free life and career aspirations. It emphasizes how individual capabilities and desires often supersede societal narratives of the 'have-it-all' expectation, fostering a balanced and respectful dialogue about personal choices.
The episode details the experiences of Agnieszka living amidst a family-friendly neighborhood as a child-free individual, presenting a new perspective on female friendships and community participation. Discover how her seemingly quiet life is filled with parties, casino nights, and wine tastings, proving that a child-free life, too, can be rich and rewarding.
This episode is an eye-opener for anyone contemplating childlessness or simply interested in learning about alternative lifestyle choices. Encouraging individuals to embrace life decisions that echo their truth, this episode offers a refreshing outlook on taking the child-free path.

S1 Eps 14: The She's Do the Keys

Join us on an exhilarating journey as ShePack Unleashed ventures into the heart of the Florida Keys, exploring the vibrant hometown of one of our host, Nichole. In this special episode, we take you along for the ride on a whirlwind 72-hour adventure packed with excitement, discovery, and unforgettable experiences. From the moment we set foot on the sun-kissed shores of Nichole's hometown, we are captivated by the charm and beauty of this tropical paradise. Picture-perfect palm trees sway in the gentle ocean breeze as we embark on our exploration of this hidden gem nestled amidst the azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico. As we traverse the quaint streets and colorful alleyways, we immerse ourselves in the rich history and culture of the Keys, uncovering hidden treasures and local secrets along the way. From historic landmarks to hidden beaches, each corner holds a new surprise waiting to be discovered. But our adventure doesn't stop there. With Nichole as our guide, we dive headfirst into the exhilarating activities that make the Keys a playground for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike. But amidst all the excitement and adventure, it's the moments shared with friends that truly make this journey unforgettable. With laughter echoing through the air and bonds strengthened with each passing moment, our time in Nichole's hometown becomes a cherished memory that will last a lifetime. So buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable ride as ShePack Unleashed takes you on a wild journey through Nichole's hometown in the FL Keys. From breathtaking landscapes to heart-pounding adventures, this episode is sure to leave you craving your own slice of paradise in the Sunshine State.

S1 Eps 13: All The Holes.....

Welcome to a revealing episode of ShePack Unleashed aimed at exploring the often under-discussed but critical aspect of women's health - the pelvic floor. We're joined by Jennifer Harrington, an experienced pelvic floor physical therapist, who shares her insights on the importance of understanding, caring for, and strengthening your pelvic floor. Jennifer offers a comprehensive break-down of common misconceptions, typical issues of pelvic floor dysfunction and effective solutions.
Aside from pregnancy and childbirth, listen to Jen uncover how the health of your pelvic floor may impact various aspects of life and potentially affect men, women, and non-binary individuals. Hear personal experiences, funny anecdotes, and crucial tips, whether you're dealing with bladder or bowel issues, pain during intercourse, or constipation. Our candid discussion aims to increase understanding of the pelvic floor's role in overall health, inviting you to partake in an empowering exploration of women's health.
Highlighting fascinating insights from specialized training in pelvic floor assessment and treatment, Jen elaborates on the critical importance of internal orthopedic assessments for understanding pelvic floor health. Discover how maintaining strong pelvic floor muscles is not always desirable, as excessive tension can often lead to significant health issues. The talk also reveals the potential influence of emotional factors and stress levels on pelvic floor tension, suggesting a holistic approach to its health.
Delving further into the therapy sessions, our discussion examines the use of tools like a G-spot vibrator for stretching and healing scar tissues. Listen to Jen emphasize the importance of a balanced therapy approach and the need for individual comfort and trust in the therapist. She also discusses the significant role of sex education and the importance of early treatment of pelvic floor issues.
Tune in to learn how an improved pelvic floor health can contribute to more fulfilling orgasms and overall sexual health. This discussion compellingly portrays that, irrespective of your gender, pelvic health is an essential aspect often neglected in societal conversations and comprehension. Become a part of this empowering discussion, and discover how understanding your pelvic health can better impact your overall well-being.