From Divorce Grief to Musical Healing: A Conversation with Mama Nous
Music has a way of reaching the places words can’t, and in times of family transition, those quiet melodies often hold the most healing. In this episode of Divorce Happens, host Olivia Howell sits down with Mama Nous, a singer-songwriter who has reimagined what children’s music can be. Far from the repetitive jingles many of us grew up with, her songs are rich with emotional intelligence, compassion, and truth—crafted to speak not only to kids, but also to the parents and caregivers guiding them through life’s hardest moments.
Though happily married now, Mama Nous carries the perspective of both being a parent herself and having grown up as a child of divorce. She knows intimately how difficult it can be to find language that helps kids feel secure, loved, and understood. Her music bridges that gap with lyrics that serve as a gentle witness: words that assure children they are lovable, that family changes are not their fault, and that resilience can bloom even in seasons of grief. Songs like You Are So Easy to Love and Right Hand Child have become anthems of healing for countless families, inspiring tears, conversations, and breakthroughs across generations.
Together, Olivia and Mama Nous explore how music can help families navigate transitions like divorce, opening doors for connection, reflection, and repair. Listeners will walk away with more than just a playlist—they’ll leave with a new way of thinking about how to support children’s inner worlds. Whether you’re in the car with your kids or searching for your own balm in the storm, this conversation is a reminder that healing often starts with the simplest truths, repeated until they become part of who we are.
Check out Mama Nous on her website: https://mamanous.com/