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Pretty In Pink Again
Welcome to Pretty in Pink Again, the podcast where motherhood meets rediscovery. Hosted by Christina Tarabishy (@christinatarabishy) and Kristina Bontempo (@kristinabontempo)—two millennial moms navigating life, kids, and everything in between—this show is your weekly dose of candid conversations, relatable stories, and a little glam. Whether you’re adjusting to life after babies, finding yourself again, or just looking for a safe space to laugh, cry, and feel seen, we’re here for you. Tune in…
Episodes
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 28: Back to School, Back to You: Transitions, Identity, and Letting Go
Episode Description: Summer is wrapping up, the backpacks are packed, and that “back to school” energy is in the air. In this week’s episode, we’re catching up…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 27: Friendship, Wellness & Choosing Your Own Path with Marissa Meade of @stylecusp
Episode Description: This week, we’re joined by a very special guest — our longtime friend Marissa of @stylecusp. If you’ve been around since the blogging…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 26: Friendships in Every Season (from Middle School to Motherhood) & How Friendships Evolve
Episode Description: Female friendships can be magical, messy, and deeply meaningful. But they also evolve—and sometimes dissolve. In this episode, we’re…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 25: "Filtered": Beauty, Body Image, Botox & Being Real in a Touched-Up World
Episode Description: In a world of filters, fillers, and constant comparison, how do we raise daughters to feel strong, beautiful, and worthy—exactly as they…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 24: “This Too Shall Pass”: Burnout, Balance & the Quiet Work of Getting Your Spark Back
Episode Description: In this honest and soul-stretching conversation, we open up about what burnout looks like right now—not the dramatic kind, but the slow…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 23: Why Are We So Tired? The Mental Load, Emotional Labor, and Invisible Work of Motherhood
Episode Description: Mom burnout is real. This week, we’re getting into the kind of tired that goes way beyond sleep deprivation. It’s the invisible…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 22: Mid-Summer Favorites for Moms — Fashion Finds, Beauty Picks, Easy Meals & Wellness Must-Haves
Episode Description: It’s peak summer—aka chaos season for moms—so we’re keeping things light, fun, and actually helpful. This week, we’re rounding up our…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 21: "KNOCK IT OFF!!!" Millennial Moms & Gentle Parenting: Breaking Cycles Without Losing Your Mind
💡 Episode Description: What does it really mean to be a gentle parent… when you’re running on no sleep, no patience, and were raised on “because I said so”? In…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 20: No More Girl-on-Girl Crime: Rewriting the Script for the Next Generation
Episode Description: You’ve probably heard the phrase from Kelly Ripa, “Don’t commit crimes against other women”—and today, we’re unpacking exactly what that…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 19: The Story Behind the Symptom With Jenny Weinstein McPhee, LCSW: Parenting in the Age of Perfectionism—and the Power of Connection
Episode Description: This episode is a must-listen for any parent who’s ever felt like they’re doing it all wrong. We’re joined by therapist Jenny Weinstein…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 18: Motherhood, Loss & Life Online: Lauren Roscopf from @aloprofile Gets Honest
Episode Description: In this episode, we sit down with Lauren Roscopf, the creator behind @aloprofile, who shares how she walked away from a traditional 9–5 to…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 17: The Time & Money Shift: How Motherhood Evolves as Your Kids Grow
Episode Description: In this episode, we’re diving into how motherhood evolves—not just emotionally, but practically. We’re talking about how your time and…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 16: Calendar Chaos to Life Control with Courtney Cecil, creator of The Life Management System
Episode Description: Today on Pretty in Pink Again, we're thrilled to welcome Courtney Cecil, a dynamic advocate for working mothers. As the founder of The…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 15: "Put It in Neutral" — Reframing Anxiety, Control, and Self-Talk with Dr. Meagan Leduc
Episode Description: This one goes deep. If you've ever caught yourself spiraling over the smallest thing—or felt like the only way to keep it together was to…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 14: The Pause Between the Chaos: Spring Breaks, Broadway Nights & A Little Life Lately With Your PIPA Girls
Episode Description: After a few weeks of incredible guest interviews, we’re back—just the two of us—for a much-needed catch-up. In this episode, we slow…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 13: Infertility & Hormone Healing: What Every Woman Should Know with Dr. Cait
Episode Description: What if your body isn’t broken—it’s just been misunderstood? In this powerful episode of Pretty In Pink Again, we’re joined by Dr. Cait, a…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 12: The "Forgotten" 4th Trimester: Real Postpartum Care for Moms with Jen Dowe, RN | Perinatal Wellness Tips from Hartford Hospital
Episode Description: In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jen Dowe, a trailblazing nurse leader at Hartford HealthCare who’s transforming postpartum care…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 11: How to Audit Your Closet, Rebuild Your Style, and Dress with Confidence with Fashion Therapist Mary Carangelo
Episode Description: In this inspiring and heartwarming episode, we’re joined by Mary Carangelo—former teacher and therapist turned stay-at-home mom and now…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 10: Listener Q&A and the Girls Get Real
Episode Description: This week, Christina and Kristina are keeping things fun, light, and very real with a listener-fueled Q&A session! From mom moments they…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 9: "Pretty Personal" Series – Kristina Bontempo on Women’s Health, Philanthropy & Why ‘Stay-At-Home Mom’ Doesn’t Even Begin to Cover It
🎧 Episode Summary: Welcome back to another Pretty Personal mini episode—a short, soulful behind-the-scenes moment with co-host Kristina Bontempo ("T"). In this…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 8: "Pretty Personal" Series – Christina Tarabishy’s Fertility Journey & Path to Motherhood
Episode Description: In this deeply personal and vulnerable mini episode, Christina Tarabishy (@christinatarabishy) opens up for the first time about her…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 7: Food, Movement & Pilates with Leah Maselli; What to Eat & How to Move to Feel Your Best
Episode Description: In this energizing episode of Pretty in Pink Again, Kristina and Christina sit down with the powerhouse Leah Maselli to talk all things…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 6: Preparation, Communication and Regulation with Dr. Christine Lang, How Moms Can Stay Ahead, Communicate Clearly & Keep Their Cool
🎙 Guest: Dr. Christine Lang, PhD, BCBA – Behavior Analyst & Communication Expert This episode explores the three biggest game-changers for moms—preparation…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 5: Confidence & Self-Care Hacks
Episode Description: Motherhood (and life in general) can make self-care feel impossible. But taking small, intentional steps to feel good in your own skin…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 4: (Trying to) Let Go of Control in Motherhood
Episode Summary: This week, Christina and Kristina dive into the ever-present struggle of letting go of control as moms. From managing schedules to setting…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 3: It Takes a Village, Why is it So Hard for Moms to Ask for Help and then Admit to Having Help?
Episode Summary: Spoiler alert- this was a hard one for us! Personally to record, so we know it’s a tough topic! This week, we’re tackling why moms struggle to…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 2: The Breakdown of Having Kids in Your 20s vs. 30s, Myth vs. Our Reality
Episode Summary Welcome back to Pretty in Pink Again! In this episode, we’re unpacking the conversation around having kids in your 20s vs. your 30s—the pros…
Pretty In Pink AgainEpisode 1: Finding Your Flock and the Importance of Friendships in Motherhood
Episode Summary Motherhood changes everything—including our friendships, our identity, and even how we see ourselves. In this first episode of Pretty in Pink…
Pretty In Pink AgainWelcome to Pretty in Pink Again: Finding Ourselves After Motherhood
Did you know flamingos lose their pink while caring for their young—only to regain it over time? Just like them, so many moms give everything to their families…