The Myth of the Perfect Mom with Jessica Formoso
Episode Summary
Join host Vanessa and special guest Jessica Formoso, a three-time Emmy Award–winning bilingual reporter for FOX 5 New York, as they dive into the emotional, humorous, and often overwhelming realities of modern motherhood. As a working mom and twin sister to Vanessa, Jessica brings honest insight into navigating tantrums in public, managing morning chaos, balancing demanding work schedules, and confronting the very real experience of mom guilt.
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Full Synopsis
Join host Vanessa and special guest Jessica Formoso, a three-time Emmy Award–winning bilingual reporter for FOX 5 New York, as they dive into the emotional, humorous, and often overwhelming realities of modern motherhood. As a working mom and twin sister to Vanessa, Jessica brings honest insight into navigating tantrums in public, managing morning chaos, balancing demanding work schedules, and confronting the very real experience of mom guilt.
In this episode, you’ll hear candid stories about the daily challenges of raising young children, the pressure mothers feel to “do it right,” and the internal struggles that surface when life refuses to go as planned. Jessica also opens up about the complexities of being a full-time working parent, missing milestones, and learning how to disconnect when work requires complete focus. Together, she and Vanessa explore the false images of perfection often portrayed on social media and emphasize the importance of vulnerability, community, and sharing the messy truth.
Perfect for moms seeking solidarity, encouragement, and honest conversation, this episode blends humor, compassion, and real-life experience to remind every mother that she is not alone, perfection is not the goal, and even the most challenging moments can hold meaning and growth.
Guest Biography
Jessica Formoso is a three-time Emmy Award-winning bilingual reporter for FOX 5 News in New York, where she has been a trusted voice since joining the team in 2015. Known for her fearless reporting and deep community connections, Jessica has covered some of the region’s most impactful stories - from Hurricane Irene and Superstorm Sandy to the Ebola outbreak and the surge of unaccompanied minors arriving in the U.S.
Prior to FOX 5, she served as a general assignment reporter for News 12 Networks, including News 12 En Español, where she built a reputation for delivering thoughtful, culturally fluent reporting to diverse audiences.
In 2013, she was honored with the Garden State Journalists' “Best TV–General News” award for her coverage of the Mexican Red Cross's assistance to Sandy victims. A proud member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists, Jessica holds a degree in broadcast journalism with a minor in economics from Hofstra University.
She lives in Eastern New York and, outside of the newsroom, enjoys quality time with her family and friends, staying active, and creating meaningful memories with her loved ones.
Connect With Jessica Formoso
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaformoso
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JessicaFormosoNews/
X: https://x.com/JessicaFormoso
Fox 5 NY Website: https://www.fox5ny.com/person/f/jessica-formoso
