Ep. 56 - Stay-at-Home Motherhood's PR Makeover: Author Neha Ruch Tosses Outdated Labels & Makes Room for Ambition

Ep. 56 - Stay-at-Home Motherhood's PR Makeover: Author Neha Ruch Tosses Outdated Labels & Makes Room for Ambition

Author: Local Moms Network November 4, 2025 Duration: 34:45
The stereotype of the stay-at-home mom is finally getting a rebrand thanks to Neha Ruch.A mom of two, Neha leapt onto the national stage with her bestseller “The Power Pause,” a primer for ambitious mothers leaning into family life.This success, she says, didn’t happen overnight; she planted seeds over a decade ago through her online community “Mother Untitled.”Neha’s work offers stay-at-home moms the dignity they deserve through some simple truths: raising children is a full time job and it requires support and respect.She urges moms to redefine success, plus:* how to strategically navigate a resignation to keep communication open and stay connected to an industry* how to set goals through your downshift to invest in your next career move* shining a light on mothers in the “gray area” that mix both work and motherhood on their own terms* why being a “lady who lunches” and networking goes beyond leisure and creates opportunity* conversational scripts to explain a pause and open the door to future optionsNeha’s curiosity allows for a refreshing, honest conversation that will benefit any mother. Be sure to follow her on Instagram @neha_ruch and head to her website thepowerpause.com to learn more.Find us at www.thelocalmomsnetwork.comIG: @thelocalmomsnetworkEmail: demetra@thelocalmomsnetwork.comPodcast facilities provided by Stamford Studios Digital Factory.

Hosted by Demetra Ganias-a writer and mother of three who’s navigating the same daily realities-MomCast is a conversation from the trenches of modern parenting. This podcast, from the Local Moms Network, moves beyond simple tips to explore the nuanced, often unspoken layers of family life, culture, and society that shape our days. Demetra guides honest talks with both leading experts and fellow moms who get it, tackling questions about child development, personal identity, and the balancing act that rarely feels balanced. The dialogue here is less about perfect answers and more about shared understanding, offering perspectives that resonate whether you’re in the car line or stealing a quiet moment. It’s a space where the complexities of raising kids intersect with everything else, acknowledging that motherhood is as much about the world we’re preparing our children for as it is about the snack currently ground into the car seat. Tune in for a genuine, sometimes messy, but always connecting look at this defining chapter. You’ll find a sense of community in this podcast, a feeling that someone is putting words to your own experience, making the journey feel a little less solitary and a lot more seen.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

MomCast
Podcast Episodes
Chapters of Motherhood: Own the Plot Twist! with Zibby Owens [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:59
Moms, which chapter of motherhood are you in?Wherever you are, let it change you and teach you because it’s all going to change anyway. Zibby Owens is the author of the new book “Between Chapters,” a celebration of how w…
Dr. Shefali says "Stop Doing Too Much For Your Kids!" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:25
It's our Season 3 Premiere!Moms, if you worry you’re not doing enough for your kids, it’s more likely you’re doing too much! Today we chat with renowned parenting expert and psychologist Dr. Shefali. She throws out our “…
SUMMER SIZZLER: Real Talk with Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:46
Moms, it’s so fun to meet a celebrity and find she’s as warm and relatable as we’d hoped. We know you’ll think so too!In today’s episode, we sit down with the incredible Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt. A New York Times b…
SUMMER SIZZLER: Secrets of Elite College Applications with Kate Stone [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:55
Moms, if the thought of the college admissions process feels either overwhelming or confusing (or both), Kate Stone of Kate Stone Prep has answers. Her team mentor students all over the world to crack the code on college…