When "Not Yet" Becomes "Right Now"
When "Not Yet" Becomes "Right Now"
A Mental Health Podcast About the Moments That Spark Change Jen is a childhood abuse survivor living with Complex PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder. Throughout her life she has learned many skills to cope with hersymptoms and developed a therapeutic doll, My Moody Monster, to help children better cope with their frustrations. Jen's YouTube channel features "Moody Talks" - each month she features an emotion and discuss how we experience that feeling along with coping skills using DBT. After being featured on multiple mental health and parenting podcasts, she had a powerful realization: her story of pushing away the hard work of facing my trauma was just one journey, and there are countless other journeys out there—each just as important and impactful. This is what inspired her to create "When Not Yet Becomes Right Now", a space for exploring the many different paths we take in life.
Nov. 5, 2025

The Mended Mama Method with Emily Cleghorn

The Mended Mama Method with Emily Cleghorn
When "Not Yet" Becomes "Right Now"
The Mended Mama Method with Emily Cleghorn

Send us a text Jen speaks with Emily Cleghorn, a holistic recovery coach and author, about her journey from trauma to healing. Emily shares her early life experiences, the challenges of motherhood and the development of her Mended Mama Method, which empowers mothers to navigate their emotional triggers and foster healthier relationships. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, emotional regulation and the power of storytelling in healing. Key Takeaways: Emily's childhood...

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Jen speaks with Emily Cleghorn, a holistic recovery coach and author, about her journey from trauma to healing. Emily shares her early life experiences, the challenges of motherhood and the development of her Mended Mama Method, which empowers mothers to navigate their emotional triggers and foster healthier relationships. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, emotional regulation and the power of storytelling in healing.

Key Takeaways:

  • Emily's childhood trauma shaped her understanding of motherhood.
  • The importance of recognizing and addressing triggers in parenting.
  • Healing is a continuous journey that requires self-awareness.
  • The Mended Mama Method consists of four pillars for emotional healing.
  • Building a trigger toolkit is essential for emotional regulation.
  • Empowering women through shared stories can break generational cycles.
  • Advocating for oneself is crucial for healing.
  • Creating a vision for thriving is essential for trauma survivors.

Episode Highlights:

[02:10] Emily's Early Life and Trauma

[09:32] The Awakening of a Mother

[16:52] The Journey of Healing Begins

[21:36] The Mended Mama Method Explained

[31:17] Empowering Women Through Speaking and Advocacy

Resources Mentioned:

Emily’s Website https://mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/

Emily’s Book https://books.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/breakingfree

Emily’s Podcast https://mamahoodaftertrauma.substack.com/

Connect:

https://www.instagram.com/emily.mamahoodaftertrauma/

https://www.youtube.com/@mamahoodaftertrauma

Go to http://www.mymoodymonster.com to learn more about Moody today!

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