Journalist and author Fortesa Latifi joins The Mom Room for a conversation about kids growing up online and the complex world of family influencing. Fortesa shares what led her to write her new book "Like, Follow, Subscribe", diving into the realities behind family vlogging, the pressure it can place on children, and the blurred lines between home life and work. They unpack everything from digital footprints and online safety to the opportunities social media can create, along with the lack of regulation compared to child actors and the rise of 'snark' communities.

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Book: "Like, Follow, Subscribe"

IG: @hifortesa

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EP591. In this solo episode, I’m diving into your questions and comments… and let’s just say, I did not hold back.

We’re talking about the real, messy, nuanced parts of motherhood that don’t get enough honest airtime. From navigating a recent ADHD diagnosis while parenting, to the emotional weight of deciding whether to have another child, to the guilt that can come with choosing to be “one and done” and the constant questioning yourself!

One listener shares her struggle with accepting the idea of raising an only child while trying to prioritize her mental health, marriage, and capacity, and I break down why this decision is far more complex (and valid) than people make it seem.

We also get into the toddler years struggle that some of us experience, and the hope (yes, there is hope) of reconnecting with who you are outside of motherhood as your child gets older and gains independence.

This episode is long, honest, a little all over the place! My favourite!

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Ep590. Renee chats with Olive & June founder Sarah Gibson Tuttle about building a beauty brand, motherhood, and simplifying self-care. Sarah takes us through her journey from finance to opening a nail salon in Beverly Hills and growing it into a wildly successful at-home nail brand, along with practical tips for achieving salon-quality nails at home and the most common mistakes people make. They also chat about raising kids in today’s beauty culture, navigating Sephora trends, and why small moments of self-care (like doing your nails) are key to maintaining overall mental health.

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