We'd love to hear what you think!

Before we talk about fixing motherhood, we have to name the system we inherited.

In this conversation, Shannon explores patriarchy as inheritance rather than ideology, why “being good” became the organizing principle for so many women’s lives, and how motherhood makes these patterns impossible to ignore.

This is not a book report or a call to self-improvement. It’s an invitation to notice what we’ve been handed, what it’s cost us, and what might be ready to change.

You don’t need to have read On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen to listen. This is about awareness, not answers.

This episode begins a multi-part exploration inspired by On Our Best Behavior. You’re welcome to join at any point.

Connect With Me:

I’d love to hear how this lands for you.

DM on Instagram or Email me

Mentioned in this episode:

On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen

Speak, Mother is hosted by Shannon Warner, founder of Resonant Collective offering podcast production for truth-telling women.

Follow @ResonantCollective on IG

Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn

Email Shannon

We'd love to hear what you think!

We’re back. And it’s not just a return. It’s a reclamation.

In this first episode of Speak, Mother, I share what led to the rebrand, the evolution behind the mic, and why this show is becoming a sacred space for honest conversations about motherhood, identity, and the systems we’re all pushing against.

I also introduce a book we’ll be exploring together in the coming weeks: On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen. It's a powerful lens for understanding modern motherhood and the cultural pressures we’ve inherited.

Mentioned in this episode:

On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen Get your copy.

Speak, Mother is hosted by Shannon Warner, founder of Resonant Collective offering podcast launch, maintenance, and strategy services for truth-telling women.

Follow @ResonantCollective on IG

Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn

Email Shannon

We'd love to hear what you think!

You’ve kept quiet long enough. This is your invitation to get loud.

Welcome to Speak, Mother—the podcast for women unlearning silence and reclaiming their voice.

I’m your host, Shannon Warner—podcast producer, creative director, and founder of Resonant Collective. Whether you're a mother, a creative, a leader, or a woman who’s simply done shrinking, this space was built for you.

This trailer is your frequency check.
A glimpse of what’s coming.
And a call forward into your own voice.

Subscribe now and get ready for weekly solo episodes, raw interviews, and voice-first storytelling that will move you to the mic—and beyond.

Want to start your own podcast? Download my free Podcast Kickstart Guide

Speak, Mother is hosted by Shannon Warner, founder of Resonant Collective offering podcast launch, maintenance, and strategy services for truth-telling women.

Follow @ResonantCollective on IG

Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn

Email Shannon

We'd love to hear what you think!

What if your postpartum body could heal in ways you didn’t think were possible—even years after giving birth? In this episode, Shannon dives into an eye-opening conversation with Lynn Schulte, a pelvic health physical therapist with over 30 years of experience specializing in postpartum care. Lynn explains how unresolved trauma from childbirth and misaligned pelvic bones can lead to lingering pain and discomfort—but she also shares how pelvic floor therapy can provide profound relief and transformation. Whether you’re weeks, months, or even years postpartum, this discussion uncovers the connection between birth, trauma, and reclaiming your body through pelvic floor healing.

Videos Referenced in this Episode:
How to Close the Open Birthing Pattern in the Pelvis
Oblique Stretch and Release
How to Massage Your C-Section Scar

About Lynne:
Lynn Schulte has been a Birth Healing Specialist and Pelvic Health Physical Therapist for over 30 years. She founded the Institute for Birth Healing, an educational platform for practitioners, and Center for Birth Healing, her clinical practice. She has been helping thousands of moms heal from all the issues women experience after birth and is now teaching courses to bodyworkers to help them do the same. She found a common birth pattern that shows up in the pelvis after birth and knows how to release these patterns effectively. Knowing we are more than just our bodies, Lynn works on all levels, physically, energetically, and spiritually, with women to help them access their full potential. She also teaches bodyworkers how to respectfully work with the body's tissues and access and use their intuition in bodywork sessions. She offers a certification process to help birth professionals become Birth Healing Specialists. Lynn holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from St. Louis University, St. Louis Missouri and is on a mission to improve postpartum care worldwide.

Connect with Lynne:
Instagram @InstituteforBirthHealing
Facebook
Institute For Birth Healing Directory of Providers
Center for Birth Healing Clinical Practice
Institute for Birth Healing Courses for Providers

Speak, Mother is hosted by Shannon Warner, founder of Resonant Collective offering podcast launch, maintenance, and strategy services for truth-telling women.

Follow @ResonantCollective on IG

Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn

Email Shannon

We'd love to hear what you think!

Complete the survey and be entered to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Here are Multiple Ways to Support Western North Carolina in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
The list will be updated as Shannon learns more about the needs of the local community. Thank you for your support.

In this episode of Having a Mom Moment, Shannon sits down with Stephanie Patton Jones, an inspiring artist, military spouse, and mom who took the leap from a corporate career to following her passion for painting. Stephanie shares her journey of self-discovery through the challenges of solo parenting during her husband’s deployment, balancing her art business with motherhood, and building a supportive community of fellow military spouses. With an unwavering belief in pursuing passions, she offers advice on embracing creativity, seeking help, and showing our kids that we can do what we love. Join us as Stephanie reminds us of the beauty in following your calling—even when it means redefining your path as a mom.

About Stephanie:
"After years of working in corporate America I was burnt out and grumpy. My husband was deployed, and I needed an outlet that could help me release the stress of solo parenting while he was gone - so I picked up my brushes again.

After not having painted in over four years paintings just kept pouring out of me. I quickly realized this was something I finally needed to pursue full time. Little me would be so happy to know I finally followed my dream of being a full-time working artist.

You'll often find me in my home studio with my three critters (Sweet Pea our little black kitty, Roxy the Doxy and Teeny my toddler).

If you are interested in adding a touch of nature's beauty to your home or office, I invite you to explore my collection of original paintings or prints. Each artwork is meticulously crafted with attention to detail and a commitment to quality. From serene marshes to majestic mountains, there is a piece that will resonate with your personal aesthetic."

Connect with Stephanie:
On Instagram @SPJonesStudio
On Tiktok
On Pinterest
SPJonesStudio.com

Referenced in this Episode:
Night Catch by Brenda Ehrmantraut

Speak, Mother is hosted by Shannon Warner, founder of Resonant Collective offering podcast launch, maintenance, and strategy services for truth-telling women.

Follow @ResonantCollective on IG

Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn

Email Shannon

We'd love to hear what you think!

Here are Multiple Ways to Support Western North Carolina in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
The list will be updated as Shannon learns more about the needs of the local community. Thank you for your support.

In this heartfelt episode, Shannon sits down with Laura Fox to share their journeys through motherhood, chronic illness, and the leap into entrepreneurship. With two daughters and two chronic conditions—Crohn's disease and facial nerve pain—Laura opens up about the challenges she’s faced and how they’ve shaped her mission to empower other mothers battling similar struggles. From the importance of honesty in parenting to the joy found in small moments, Laura's insights on self-forgiveness and prioritizing health will resonate with anyone navigating the complexities of life. Whether you’re a mom looking for support or someone searching for inspiration, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement. Tune in to discover how to embrace your own journey with grace and strength!

Connect with Laura:
On Instagram @iamlaurapodcast
On Facebook
Mind Rescue Companion Free Download
Free Facebook Group - Chronic Illness Mums Biz Club

Her Podcasts:
i am Laura - Juggling Chronic Illness, Kids, a Job and a Dream
A Sprinkle of Sunshine - Your Daily Dose of Joy

Speak, Mother is hosted by Shannon Warner, founder of Resonant Collective offering podcast launch, maintenance, and strategy services for truth-telling women.

Follow @ResonantCollective on IG

Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn

Email Shannon

We'd love to hear what you think!

Here are Multiple Ways to Support Western North Carolina in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
The list will be updated as Shannon learns more about the needs of the local community. Thank you for your support.

In this episode, Shannon sits down with Courtney Cecil, the powerhouse behind the Working Moms Movement, to explore work-life balance and the strategies that help working mothers thrive. Courtney shares her approach to creating sustainable life management systems for busy moms. Together, they dive into practical tips for managing time, setting boundaries, and giving yourself grace—like aiming for "B-minus work" to maintain balance without sacrificing your well-being. They also discuss the importance of community, support, and owning your choices as a working mother. If you’ve ever felt the pull between work and motherhood, this conversation is a must-listen!

About Courtney:
Courtney Cecil is
....a proud wife and mom of 2 boys.
....an organizational culture and behavior change executive at a Fortune 50.
...an Industrial & Systems Engineer.
...a children's book author.
...a lake enthusiast, avid traveler, and a sparkling wine lover.
...a believer in building a movement to help busy moms reclaim their control and free time so that they can confidently remain in the workforce without losing their sanity, or themselves!
...the founder of Working Moms Movement which helps working parents learn how to combat burnout, manage stress, and find more free time. Inside our signature program – The Life Management Systems – you’ll learn how to: streamline your daily routine to more easily manage your workload, work smarter, not harder, both at home and at work, manage burnout by finding more free time for your self-care and to enjoy with your family.

Connect with Courtney:
On Instagram @workingmomsmovement
The Life Management System for Working Moms Podcast
Her website: workingmomsmovement.com

Speak, Mother is hosted by Shannon Warner, founder of Resonant Collective offering podcast launch, maintenance, and strategy services for truth-telling women.

Follow @ResonantCollective on IG

Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn

Email Shannon

We'd love to hear what you think!

Here are Multiple Ways to Support Western North Carolina in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
The list will be updated as Shannon learns more about the needs of the local community. Thank you for your support.

In this special episode, Shannon shares personal reflections on the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina, a place she once called home. She describes the "Katrina-level" devastation caused by severe flooding, landslides, and widespread infrastructure damage. Communities are cut off from power, water, and essential services, while rescue efforts continue. Shannon emphasizes the long-term impacts on the region, and highlights the most effective way to help—through financial donations. In the link below, she has provided vetted local relief efforts for those wanting to contribute. While this episode deviates from our usual content, we’ll return to our regular guest episodes next week.

Here are Multiple Ways to Support Western North Carolina in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
The list will be updated as Shannon learns more about the needs of the local community. Thank you for your support.

Speak, Mother is hosted by Shannon Warner, founder of Resonant Collective offering podcast launch, maintenance, and strategy services for truth-telling women.

Follow @ResonantCollective on IG

Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn

Email Shannon