Freckled Foodie & Friends

In this episode, I sit down with content creator Lucie Fink to talk about Lucie’s creative trajectory, how motherhood transformed her into “Lucie 2.0,” and much more. Lucie gets into how she handles dealing with online trolls, what happened when she Zoomed with one of them, and how she has navigated the confusion of unintentional postpartum weight loss.    Key Takeaway / Points: What lights Lucie up in her work Lucie’s creative trajectory How motherhood transformed her into “Lucie 2.0” How Lucie continues to evolve her approach with publicly sharing her son Unpacking the resistance to being labeled a “mommy blogger” On handling online trolls Lucie’s experience Zooming with one of her trolls On the confusion of navigating unintentional postpartum weight loss Lucie’s favorite part about being a mother Where Lucie sees herself in five years Listen to Jenny Best podcast episode here Watch Lucie’s TED Talk here Follow Lucie: Instagram: @luciebfink TikTok: @luciebfink YouTube: Lucie Fink Website: luciefink.com  

In this solo episode, I dive into the ongoing conversation around sharing children on social media. I discuss how Joe and I navigate sharing Liam now, how that has evolved over time, and how it might change as he gets older. I also unpack the feeling of being out of control of your child’s image, feeling exploitative of your child, and recent experiences that have shifted the way I view this topic. Finally, I share listener comments and questions about my process with protecting Liam’s privacy, how others feel about publicly sharing their children, and how to set boundaries with your family on sharing your child.     Key Takeaway / Points: How Joe and I have navigated sharing Liam on social media Feeling weird about recognizing influencers’ children in public On being the first generation of parents on social media On feeling out of control of your child’s image Sharing listener polls on comfort with sharing children On considering future implications on your child’s mental health On feeling exploitative of

The episode you all have been requesting since the beginning! In this episode, I sit down with my two sisters, Lucy and Madi. We discuss respecting their varying boundaries on social media, whether our birth order accurately reflects who we are, and how our personalities differ. We also get into each of our relationships with anxiety, how our relationships with each other have evolved over time, and whether we deal with competition in our relationships and as mothers, since Madi and I have sons who are very close in age.      Key Takeaway / Points: Protecting Madi and Lucy’s boundaries on social media On birth order and why we are each quintessentially the youngest, middle, and oldest children How our personalities differ How we are each like our mother, Cindy Each of our relationships with anxiety and mental health How our relationships have evolved over time, from hardships to becoming friends again as adults How we dealt with comparison and competition while growing up, and whether it exists between me an

Welcome to Season Five, FF Fam! In this solo episode, I announce the incredibly exciting news that I’ve signed with Dear Media for all things podcasting! I share my two-year journey leading up to this career milestone, what this means for the podcast moving forward, and what’s in store for Season Five, including some amazing guests. I also dive into my recent trip to Italy with Joe for our anniversary, my intense travel anxiety in the past versus this experience, and why our trip home would’ve sent me spiraling a few years ago. Finally, I share an equally humbling and hilarious moment that happened during our anniversary dinner, an update on our housing search, and how Joe and I are listening to our guts moving forward.   Key Takeaway / Points: My journey to signing with Dear Media and what it means for the podcast moving forward On not being ashamed of vocalizing your goals What’s in store for Season 5, including guests The evolution of The Freckled Foodie podcast A recap of my recent trip to Italy with my

Welcome to new episodes of Freckled Foodie and Friends with Cameron Rogers, now on Dear Media!   Freckled Foodie and Friends, hosted by Cameron Rogers (@cameronoaksrogers), is a podcast focused on removing the stigmas around mental health, motherhood, marriage and more. Joined by her knowledgeable and kickass friends, Cameron dives into topics that many find intimidating with refreshing honesty and wit. If you’re looking for a podcast to welcome you with open arms, remind you that you’re not alone, and feel like you’re on the phone with your best friend, then you’ve come to the right place.    Produced by Dear Media   Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie Youtube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled Foodie Pinterest: Freckled Foodie   Creative Lead: Amelie YeagerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this solo episode, I answer listener questions on a wide range of topics, from which classes Liam currently takes to whether I would consider being a stay-at-home mom. I discuss how I feel mushrooms have made me happier, how meditation has helped me tap into my inner self and tune out my ego, and how I’ve dealt with fear over publicly sharing my personal life. I also get into our non-negotiables for our future home, what we’re most looking forward to as homeowners, and how to prioritize your sex life after becoming parents. Key Takeaway / Points: Which classes Liam currently takes How I feel microdosing has made me happier Whether I would consider being a stay-at-home mom How meditation has helped me tap into my inner self My journey with fear over publicly sharing my personal life  Our home buying non-negotiables What we’re looking forward to as homeowners Family style weddings vs. plated dinners On feeling “ready” to have kids How I knew Joe was “the one” On making your sex life a priority after becomi

In this episode, I sit down with my cousin, Carly Loveman. We discuss all things body image, from a recent diet culture conversation we had in our family, to growing up in a prominent diet culture environment, to navigating how to speak up for yourself amongst family members. Carly shares body commentary that influenced her self-image growing up, her history with anxiety around clothing and dressing for events, and the work she has put in post-pandemic to cultivate self-love. We also discuss the concept of “flattering” clothing, why we sometimes feel the need to dress sexily, and how confidence and positivity are contagious. Key Takeaway / Points: A recent diet culture conversation within our family Carly’s relationship with her body growing up Our family history with body image Past body commentary Carly absorbed Navigating speaking up for yourself within the family Carly’s past anxiety around dressing for events The concept of “flattering” clothing On absorbing sexualized comments and feeling the need to

In this solo episode, I explore all of my thoughts around the idea of having a second child – purely conceptual, not a pregnancy announcement! I discuss the recent pressure I’ve felt that it’s “go time” for Kid Number Two, our Month 15 bliss with Liam, and the fear of disrupting our current groove with another baby. I also explain our surprise pregnancy with Liam, and why that’s feeding my own uncertainties about another conception and postpartum experience. Finally, I read listener stories about feeling scared of giving less to your firstborn, being much more confident as a second-time mom, and deciding to be “one and done” and grappling with feeling secure in that decision. Key Takeaway / Points: On the idea of transitioning from one to two kids Feeling the sudden pressure that it’s “go time” for another child Finally finding balance between work and being a mother Observing friends’ timelines with having Baby Number 2 Our surprise pregnancy with Liam and my uncertainties about conceiving again The fear o

In this episode, I sit down with Jessamyn Stanley, the internationally renowned yoga instructor, writer, and body positive queer activist. We dive into vulnerability and honesty right out the gates and talk about the act of having compassion for trolls versus wanting to correct them, Jessamyn’s experience as a face of the wellness industry, and the ongoing dynamics within the body positivity movement. We also discuss Jessamyn’s essential practices for attaining body positivity, the act of letting go of what we’re “supposed” to look like, Jessamyn’s journey with cannabis, and much more. Key Takeaway / Points: On having compassion for trolls and healthily coping with online bullying Jessamyn’s experience with the medical industrial complex and owning her story in the wellness industry On encouraging community within the body positivity movement and dismantling competition within it Jessamyn’s relationship with her body throughout her life Tangible pieces of advice for people who want to attain body positivity

In this solo episode, I unpack my emotions around the concept of comparison and dive into why I (and many others) believe it is the thief of joy. I talk about my history with comparing, some recent examples of how it has gotten in the way of my happiness, and what I think causes the comparison. Specifically, I discuss the role my ego plays in it all. Full disclosure, I took an edible right before recording this episode and it definitely hits midway through, so this is also an inside look into my *edible therapy sessions* that I reference as one of the reasons why I love cannabis Key Takeaway / Points: Why comparison is the thief of joy How I felt returning to social media after a week off for vacation Comparison as a mom and some recent examples where it has gotten in the way of my happiness Why our ego plays a huge role in this topic An inside look into my *edible therapy sessions* Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Website: freckledfoodie.com TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers Twitter: @freckledfoodie You

In this episode, I sit down with Siffat Haider, co-founder and co-CEO of Arrae, an all natural wellness and supplement brand. Siffat and I talk about the medical industry frustrations that led her to creating Arrae, her experience with manifestation and how she practices manifesting, and her journey to owning her intelligence and dismantling imposter syndrome narratives. We also discuss Siffat’s tools for managing anxiety and her non-negotiable wellness practices, how she and her husband approach their relationship as co-founders, and how Arrae encourages balance over health-obsessive behaviors. Key Takeaway / Points: Siffat’s health story and why she created Arrae The normalization of women’s health issues and suffering Siffat’s experience with manifestation and how she practices manifesting Owning our intelligence and dismantling imposter syndrome narratives Siffat’s tools for managing anxiety How Siffat and her husband balance their relationship as co-founders How being a CEO in wellness has influenced S

In this solo episode, I give a full catch up on my postpartum health and current relationship with my body, my marriage and friendships, and the gratitude I feel for following my intuition about my career and lifestyle. I share my ongoing experience working with a dietician, my inner debate about whether to publicly share my happy moments, and how Joe and I are infusing excitement into our date nights and battling the repetitive date night slump. I also dive into my best friends’ recent wedding and the joy of seeing the people you love living their best lives, my journey with feeling confidence in my friendships, and the validation I feel in challenging how we feel we “have” to dress, look like, and live to be our happiest. Key Takeaway / Points: On working with a dietician to healthily put on weight postpartum Unintentionally being in a smaller body after healing my relationship with food My inner debate about publicly sharing happy moments Joe and my recent system for planning date nights Battling the rep

In this episode, I sit down with Jaci and Chelsey of What We Said to talk all things friendship, from how the two podcast hosts met and how their relationship has evolved over the years; to how they have navigated both motherhood and infertility struggles; to what their current relationships with faith look like now. We discuss their social media rankings and why Jaci prefers Youtube over Instagram, Chelsey’s struggles with finding her identity postpartum, and why people are so curious about Mormonism and Mormon mom bloggers. Key Takeaway / Points: On playing to their strengths with What We Said Jaci and Chelsey’s relationships with YouTube, vlogging, and social media in general How Jaci and Chelsey met and how their friendship has evolved over the years On struggling to find yourself postpartum and navigating friendships as a new mom Jaci’s advice for women going through infertility struggles Jaci and Chelsey’s current relationships with Mormonism and faith in general Managing egos during celebrity interac

In this episode, I share why I decided to stop drinking, what has happened since I’ve given up alcohol, and how I’m feeling four months without it. I discuss how alcohol affected my postpartum experience, my “aha” moment with drinking, and my current relationship with plant-based substances. I also answer listener questions on sober curiosity and its relation to diet culture, how I navigate nights out, and what I’ve noticed physically and mentally since giving up booze. Key Takeaway / Points: My upbringing with alcohol How alcohol was affecting my postpartum experience My “aha” moment and decision to give up booze Whether I feel pressure to keep the sober streak My current relationship with plant-based substances Unpacking vulnerability and shame in using plant-based substances How I navigate going out and answering questions on my sober curiosity How to navigate dating when you don’t drink Listen to the past solo episode on cutting out alcohol here Products mentioned: Plus edibles Kiva chocolate bars Cam

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Lani Tal, OBGYN with special training in Complex Contraception and Abortion Care, and Dr. Leilah Zahedi-Spung, OBGYN and Maternal Medicine Physician about the recent overturn of Roe v. Wade. We unpack exactly how and why this devastating legal decision happened, Lani and Leilah’s reactions and experiences in the immediate aftermath, and what their work looks like now in a post Roe-v.-Wade-overturned world. They share the reality of how this will affect disenfranchised women seeking abortions, explain why every abortion is lifesaving, give advice on how to discuss these issues with anti-choice individuals, and much more. Key Takeaway / Points: The overturn of Roe v. Wade and how we got here How disenfranchised women (women of color, poor women, victims of abuse, women with mental health issues) are at risk with this change Leilah’s perspective as a person of color and concerns about where this leads us as a country The reality now for women seeking abortions in abortion-restr

Description: In this solo episode, I answer listener questions ranging from early motherhood struggles, evolving family relationships, and my experience with anxiety medication during pregnancy and postpartum. I also discuss tools for healthily approaching orgasms solo and with a partner, how to navigate wedding diet pressure and triggers, and how I’m feeling right now about my career, motherhood, and my marriage. Key Takeaway / Points: My anxiety medication journey before, during, and after pregnancy Orgasm advice and helpful tools to use solo and with a partner My biggest hurdle in new motherhood My past and current relationships with my sisters When having a baby got “easier” for me How my body has changed postpartum Navigating differing political views with family members Family planning and thoughts on having more kids Reflecting on my early twenties, including advice I’d give to myself then Links I mention in this episode: Buy the vibrator I mention here The two past episodes I mention with Shan Boo

In this episode, Victoria Garrick and I talk about Victoria’s recent bachelorette trip, her anxieties going into it, and the balancing act of both documenting and being present during special life events. Victoria shares what she’s most excited about for her wedding and marriage life, how she’s managing bridal body image culture, and her current relationship with exercise as a former Division I athlete. We also share our experiences of feeling “off” on podcasting and work days as influencers and how we often second-guess ourselves. Key Takeaway / Points: Diving into Victoria’s recent bachelorette trip Figuring out how to live in the moment while still sharing on social media Victoria’s morning routine The pitfalls of creating storylines for experiences beforehand Bridal body image culture and “wedding diets” How Victoria would speak to a friend who repeatedly put themselves down Second-guessing social interactions Listen to Victoria’s first episode on Freckled Foodie & Friends here Follow Victoria G

In this solo episode, I unpack all my feelings on cyberbullying in 2022, including how the age of sharing incites cyberbullying, current research on cyberbullying as a public health concern, and my ongoing internal debate on whether to engage with cyberbullies or not. I share how I’ve been dealing with my own envy in a constructive way, memorable interactions I’ve had with followers – both positive and negative – and how I’m choosing to deal with cyberbullying moving forward. Key Takeaway / Points: Research on cyberbullying as a public health concern How to constructively deal with envy Influencer cyberbullying vs. peer cyberbullying Cyberbullying from fellow mothers Friends’ experiences and takeaways from cyberbullying NY Times articles I mention: Teens in Distress Are Swamping Pediatricians Hundreds of Suicidal Teens Sleep in Emergency Rooms. Every Night. How to Help Teens Struggling With Mental Health ‘It’s Life or Death’: The Mental Health Crisis Among U.S. Teens Does Social Media Make Teens Unhappy?

In this episode, I talk to Registered Dietician and co-founder of Culina Health, Vanessa Rissetto. Vanessa shares how an insatiable curiosity about nutrition inspired her to switch from a career in marketing to getting her degree in nutrition, why RDs historically haven’t gotten the recognition they deserve, and how she operates as a no-bullshit leader in health and nutrition. We talk about the inflammatory nature of diet culture, why Vanessa is sometimes a provocative voice in the industry, and how she’s determined to elevate representation in the RD world and provide accessible nutrition resources for all. Key Takeaway / Points: Thoughts on “What I eat in a day” videos Postpartum weight and body confusion Navigating anti diet culture as an RD The difference between RDs and nutritionists Being a POC dietician leader in a predominantly white space How to eat to avoid blood sugar spikes Follow Vanessa Rissetto: Instagram: @vanessarissettord Website: culinahealth.com Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie W

In this solo episode I unpack the concept of overstimulation / anxiety induced anger and how I experience it. After sharing that I was in a ~mood~ this past weekend, my story seemed to resonate with a lot of you so we dive a whole lot deeper in this episode. I share about where I think this stems from, what it looks like for me, how I communicate my feelings, and tangible things that help in these moments. I also share a few submissions and answer a handful of questions from the FF Fam. Key Takeaway / Points: What it feels like when I experience overstimulation/anxiety induced anger How I communicate my feelings and needs A look into my angry teenager self What helps in these moments Similar story submissions from the FF Fam Answering questions submitted by you all Products I mention in the episode: Buy my noise cancelling headphones here Listen to brown noise here For guided meditations check out Headspace or Calm Buy the Madhappy Journal here Follow me: Instagram: @freckledfoodie Website: freckledfoodi