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EP562. If you’ve ever cleaned a toilet and thought, how is this even possible, this episode is for you.This week, I’m flying solo and talking about one of the least glamorous parts of motherhood: living with young boys and the absolute horror show that is the bathroom. And then… there are the dogs.I love them. They’re adorable. They are also disgusting. From eating their own poop (why????) to casually dripping urine on furniture like it’s no big deal, our two Pomeranians are truly feral roommates.This episode is part rant, part therapy, and part reassurance that if your house smells weird and you’re constantly cleaning bodily fluids that aren’t your own... you’re not alone. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EP561. The holiday season seems like a great time to talk about mom burnout! So, please enjoy this throwback to one of my favourite episodes! One of our most popular guests, Dr. Ashurina Ream, is back in The Mom Room to discuss burnout. The conversation naturally leads to this new age of intensive parenting and how that increases the likelihood of burnout. Dr. Ream offers small steps you can take to break the intensive cycle, how to bring it up to your partner, and the pendulum swing from disengaged parenting to millennials trying to heal.  Be sure to follow Dr. Ashurina Ream @psychedmommy, and check out Episode 261 for her previous appearance!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EP560. A solo episode that feels like a big exhale.I’m talking about the shift from the Year of the Snake (2025) in to the Year of the Horse (2026), and why it feels wildly accurate in my own life. From starting Vyvanse and finally feeling clarity in my brain, to ending friendships that no longer fit, leaving my management, and yes… taking out my extensions, this year has been full of big, necessary changes.If you’re in a season of shedding, resetting, or questioning everything, this one’s for you, and for anyone who’s looking ahead to 2026 hoping for a little more calm and a lot more clarity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EP559. This week in The Mom Room, Renee is surviving on cough drops and sarcasm as she battles a full-on case of bronchitis. Between hacking up a lung and trying to rest, she stumbles across a TikTok about ADHD medication that completely stops her in her tracks and opens up an eye-opening discussion about symptoms, stigma, and why these conversations matter.Meanwhile, Milo receives an old-school chain letter in the mail, and Renee is torn: she loves the nostalgia… but also, why does everything adorable come with more tasks for moms?And after seven blissful years of avoiding it, guess who now has their very own Elf on the Shelf? Yep. Renee explains how she was dragged... lovingly but reluctantly... into elf life, and what that means for the holiday season.Just another week in The Mom Room!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EP558. Welcome to this rewind episode where Renee was a guest on Dear Dr. Tracy with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish. Renee broke the internet back in 2020 when she started a conversation about how annoying it was when her husband would make pancakes on Saturday morning. Dr. Tracy & Renee break this down in this episode. Send this to a mom friend. She'll love it! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EP557. Enjoy this rant about the overwhelming amount of admin work Renee has been doing lately, children's extra-curricular activities, and Tell Me Lies! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep556. Renee sits down with clinical pharmacist and holistic wellness expert Sandra Tadros Guirguis to break down everything parents need to know heading into cough and cold season. Sandra shares realistic, science-backed tips for prevention, soothing symptoms, and navigating the pharmacy aisle—especially when it comes to younger kids who have fewer medication options.From decoding ingredient lists (think honey, zinc, English ivy leaf, chamomile) to knowing when a cough needs medical attention, Sandra offers clear, practical advice that helps even the most panicked parent.Find Sandra:IG: @stg_wellnessWebsite: https://www.stgwellness.ca/Sponsors:Uncommon Goods - To get 15% off your next gift, go to www.uncommongoods.com/momroom. Cowboy Colostrum - For a limited time, our listeners are getting 25% off their entire order. Just head to CowboyColostrum.com and use code MOMROOM at checkout.Air Doctor - Visit www.AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code MOMROOM to get UP TO $300 off today! AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, plus a 3-year warranty—an $84 value, free!Skims - Shop the SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list - the SKIMS Holiday Shop is now open at SKIMS.com.St. Francis Herb - Currently with their Bitters for Better program, $1 from every St.Francis Herb Farm bottle of bitters goes to Food Banks Canada. https://stfrancisherbfarm.com/RENEE REINA  Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina  TikTok: @thereneereina  Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room PodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EP555. We are back! Enjoy this chaotic episode that Renee recorded from her bed because she was suffering with gas pains and couldn't sit upright. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EP554: Renee is talking about her recent post "social media is fake - here are some things I've been struggling with lately..." Topics include "grieving properly", gaining and losing weight, and the constant question of "what am I doing?" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep553. Renee sits down with Kate McKenna, award-winning TV producer, broadcaster, and reporter who leads TSN’s coverage of the Northern Super League—a top-division professional women’s soccer league in Canada. Kate and Renee about Kate’ motherhood journey, and the double standard mom’s face balancing career and raising kids.Find Kate McKenna: Instagram: @kmckenna77Sponsors:Uncommon Goods - To get 15% off your next gift, go to www.uncommongoods.com/momroom. Cowboy Colostrum - For a limited time, our listeners are getting 25% off their entire order. Just head to CowboyColostrum.com and use code MOMROOM at checkout.Air Doctor - Visit www.AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code MOMROOM to get UP TO $300 off today! AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, plus a 3-year warranty—an $84 value, free!Skims - Shop the SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list - the SKIMS Holiday Shop is now open at SKIMS.com.St. Francis Herb - Currently with their Bitters for Better program, $1 from every St.Francis Herb Farm bottle of bitters goes to Food Banks Canada. https://stfrancisherbfarm.com/RENEE REINA  Instagram: @themomroom | @thereneereina  TikTok: @thereneereina  Facebook Community - The Mom Room Community YouTube: Renee Reina - The Mom Room PodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.