In this intimate and honest conversation, Laura and Miranda unpack how unresolved “mommy issues” can deeply shape our romantic relationships — from the way we communicate to how we handle conflict, intimacy, and even breakups. They reflect on how childhood dynamics and trauma have influenced their definitions of love, trust, and emotional safety, and explore what it really means to grow and heal in the context of a relationship. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why you show up the way you do in love, or why certain patterns keep repeating, this one’s for you.

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• Childhood trauma’s impact on adult relationships
• Intimacy, trust, and vulnerability
• Communication struggles and conflict styles
• The emotional fallout of breakups
• Personal growth, self-awareness, and boundary-setting

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In this episode of Mother of All Trauma, Laura and Miranda dive into the world of attachment styles, exploring how the emotional bonds formed in early childhood influence how we show up in relationships and as parents.

They break down the four main attachment styles - secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized, and reflect on how these patterns play out in their own lives. From romantic relationships to the way they parent, Laura and Miranda offer honest insights, real-life examples, and encouragement for anyone navigating connection and healing.

The conversation also explores how understanding your attachment style can be a powerful tool for growth, and how it's possible to move toward secure traits, even when you didn’t grow up with them.

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In this honest and revealing episode of Mother of All Trauma, Miranda opens up about the turning point that led her to go no contact with her mother. From a bachelorette party filled with disappointment to a wedding day overshadowed by manipulation and emotional turmoil, Miranda shares how these moments made her finally choose herself.

Alongside Laura, she unpacks the deep emotional cost of maintaining relationships that do more harm than good—and the strength it takes to walk away. Together, they discuss the guilt, grief, and liberation that often come with estrangement, and the healing power of owning your truth.

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n this raw and revealing episode of Mother of All Trauma, Laura shares the moment that changed everything, the final straw that led her to cut contact with her mom. With Miranda listening and holding space, the two explore the lead-up: repeated boundary violations, lies that rewrote the truth, and the emotional fallout of trying to protect your peace when from your parents.

They unpack how seemingly small moments can pile up until something finally snaps. Laura reflects on the power of distance, the clarity that came with space, and the painful realization that accountability may never come from the people who hurt you.

There’s vulnerability, frustration, and even a bit of laughter, because sometimes, the only way through the mess is to talk it out (and maybe swear a little).

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In this raw and deeply personal episode, Miranda opens up about her journey toward estrangement from her mother, a path shaped by childhood trauma, complex caregiver dynamics, and a fierce desire for freedom. From early odd jobs taken out of necessity to the pivotal moment she left for the airport, Miranda reflects on how parental control, emotional neglect, and unmet needs defined much of her early life.

Together, Laura and Miranda unpack the lasting impact of trauma, the difficulty of breaking generational cycles, and the bittersweet reality of choosing distance to protect your peace. This episode is a powerful reminder that healing often begins with understanding, and that walking away can be an act of profound self-love.

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Family, trauma, and the quiet unravelling of a mother-daughter bond.

In this opening episode, Laura shares the early chapters of her story—the experiences and emotional landscape that shaped her long, complicated journey toward estrangement from her mom. While this episode doesn’t explore the final breaking point, it lays bare the groundwork: childhood memories, painful relationship patterns, and the deep impact of growing up without the safety and emotional support every child deserves.

Laura reflects on what it was like to navigate love and loyalty in an environment where mental health struggles were never named, expectations were crushing, and emotional needs often went unmet. She talks about how early trauma echoed into adulthood, leading her to an abusive relationship, and how that pain ultimately became a catalyst for healing and self-discovery.

This conversation touches on the heartbreak and complexity of mother-daughter relationships, the weight of family pressure, and the power of choosing yourself—even when it means stepping away from people you love. Through Laura’s honest storytelling, listeners are reminded that they’re not alone—and that healing is possible, even when it starts with walking away.

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In this introduction episode of Mother of All Trauma, cousins Miranda and Laura crack open the conversation about estrangement, generational trauma, and what happens when you finally start telling the truth about your family.

They didn’t grow up together, but after reconnecting as adults over shared (and wildly validating) experiences, this podcast was born. While they’re not therapists or professionals, they speak from lived experience with deep honesty, reflection, and a healthy dose of humour.

Expect honesty, humour, and the occasional overshare as they lay the foundation for what’s to come: a vulnerable, unfiltered, and very human exploration of family dynamics, healing, and coping out loud.

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What if the hardest stories you've lived are the ones you need to tell?

Mother of All Trauma is a podcast about what happens when the people who raised you also hurt you and how two cousins are breaking the cycle.

Laura and Miranda open up about estrangement, mother wounds, and the complicated legacy of growing up with generational trauma.

Raw. Honest. Unfiltered. This is what healing out loud sounds like.

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