Ep. 79 - Finding Calm, Clarity & Confidence with Kelly Rutherford

Ep. 79 - Finding Calm, Clarity & Confidence with Kelly Rutherford

Author: Local Moms Network May 12, 2026 Duration: 31:35
Moms, today we sit down with an iconic mom-both in real life and in fiction. Actress Kelly Rutherford, best known for her role as Lily van der Woodsen on Gossip Girl, opens up about raising her own two teens and creating space for independence, trust, and meaningful connection with them.Kelly is also a fashion enthusiast and entrepreneur, recently creating a fragrance, Rose Premiere, during a very hands-on partnership with Veronique Gabai.As you’ll hear, Kelly is honest and warm, taking us into her mindset, habits, and strategies for wellness:*how using positive affirmations with her kids allowed them develop a strong inner voice*the origins of her personal style and the family members who inspired her timeless aesthetic*the role of journaling and meditation in understanding feelings and helping to manifest what she really wants*why leading with love was the hallmark of moving past a public custody battle*the two questions she asks her kids to find out how they’re really feelingYou can follow Kelly on IG @kellyrutherford Find us at thelocalmomsnetwork.comFollow us on IG @thelocalmomsnetworkSend us your ideas for our next podcast!Email demetra@thelocalmomsnetwork.comPodcast facilities provided by the Digital Factory of NBCUniversal at Stamford Studios.

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.
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