Podcasts about motherhood

In this week's episode, I'm joined by Amy Griffin for a deeply personal conversation about what it means to re-parent yourself—and how that inner work quietly transforms your parenting. We talk about the pressure to be perfect, the role of control and trust in family relationships, and how healing your own story can create more safety for your kids. Amy shares how telling the truth, setting boundaries, and staying in the light reshaped the way she shows up as a mother, partner, and person—and why parenting isn't about having the answers, but about doing the work with honesty and compassion.I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsLSubscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/Follow me on Instagram for more:@raisinggoodhumanspodcast Sponsors:Monarch: Use code HUMANS at monarch.com in your browser for half off your first yearSkims: Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at SKIMS.comSuvie: Go to Suvie.com/Humans to get 16 free mealsAvocado Mattress: With code humans, you'll save an extra $25 on Crib and Kids Mattresses on top of their holiday sale! AvocadoGreenMattress.com with the code humans.Jones Road Beauty: Use code HUMANS at jonesroadHUMANS.com to get a Free Cool Gloss with your first purchase! These sell out fast so get them while they last! #JonesRoadHUMANS #adBobbie: If you want to feel good about what's in your baby's bottle, get 10% off with code humans at hibobbie.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join us as we take a look back on some of our favorite chats with Love, Sex & Relationship Experts! We're joined by Dr Donna Oriowo, Mandii B, Dr Candice Nicole and Francesca Hogi. Together we cover everything from why you should always drink your water to how to find true love and intimacy in the digital age! More About The Guests:Dr Donna Oriowo - award-winning therapist, educator, and author of Drink Water & Mind Your BusinessMandii B - co-host of the Decisions Decisions podcast and co-author of No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto of Sexual Exploration and Power.Dr Candice Nicole- award-winning psychologist and author of Good Sex: Stories, Science, and Strategies for Sexual Liberation. Francesca Hogi- Host of Dear Franny Podcast and author of How to Find True Love: Unlock Your Romantic Flow and Create Lasting RelationshipsConnect with Be Well, Sis:Instagram – @bewellsis_podcastSubstack – bewellsis.substack.comFollow, rate, and share this episode!We're supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Head over to www.stjude.org/bewellsis right now and sign up to be a monthly donor. Together, we can make a real impact.Want to get in touch? Maybe you want to hear from a certain guest or have a recommendation for On My Radar? Get in touch at hello@editaud.io with Be Well Sis in the subject line! Have your own Not Well, Sis rant to contribute? Click here to send it into the show!Be Well, Sis is hosted by Dr Cassandre Dunbar. The show is edited, mixed and produced by Megan Hayward. Our Production Manager is Kathleen Speckert. Be Well, Sis is an editaudio collaboration. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As we are celebrating the holiday season here at the Expecting and Empowered Podcast community, we are revisiting one our most popular episodes ever! Mackenzie from @mackenzie.on.motherhood was on this episode to talk about all things labor and delivery and answers our questions on what the role of a labor and delivery nurse is, the sometimes controversial subject of Pitocin, and what cervical checks are and why they're performed. Whether you're expecting your first baby, or a seasoned mama, this episode is full of incredible information you'll want to revisit, or hear for the first time.  We hope you all have a wonderful end to your 2025, and we can't wait to bring you even more amazing pregnancy, birth, and postpartum interviews and information in 2026!If you enjoyed listening to this episode, we would love it if you could share it to your Instagram stories and tag us, @mackenzie.on.motherhood and @expectingandempowered. As we like to say, knowledge is power, and we just really want to give more people the information that they may need on their motherhood journey!Follow Mackenzie on InstagramMackenzie's WebsiteLinks & ResourcesExpecting and Empowered App - Enter code 'PODCAST25' at checkout Expecting and Empowered WebsiteExpecting and Empowered InstagramThis episode was brought to you by the Pivot Ball Change Network.

This episode is a little all over the place, and honestly, that feels about right. In this solo, I'm looking back on 2025 without needing to wrap it up with a neat bow. I talk through the highs, the lows, and the emotional static that lived in the background: from moments that surprised me and filled me up to the exhaustion, uncertainty, and growth that didn't always have clear answers. I reflect on watching Sonny grow into himself, learning to slow down without losing ambition. navigating decision fatigue, and what it's been like living in the in-between, especially while moving through our surrogacy journey. This episode is about giving ourselves a permission slip to soften, protect our nervous systems, and redefine what success actually looks like when peace matters more than productivity. If you are closing out the year feeling grateful and tired, hopeful and unsure, or like you're still learning as you go - I'm with you, we're in this together. This episode is brought to you by eBay, Vital Vitamins, Google Shopping, and Primal Kitchen. Shop eBay for millions of finds. Each with a story. Visit eBay.com to shop your favorite finds. eBay. Things. People. Love.Vital Vitamins is offering my listeners 20% off all orders with code WITHWHIT at myvitalvitamins.comYou have to check out Google's Try On feature. Check it out at g.co/shop/tryon. Trust me, your holiday season just got a whole lot merrier.It's easier than ever to find Primal Kitchen Pure Avocado Oil because it's now available at Walmart. You can find Primal Kitchen in Walmart stores or online at Walmart.com and PrimalKitchen.comThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As Christmas approaches, we are turning our focus to love this final week of Advent. In this episode, Karen and Emily unpack what it looks like to love like Jesus in everyday moments: choosing presence, serving quietly, pausing before reacting, and remembering that we love others because Christ first loved us. If the holidays have stretched your patience thin, we hope this conversation will help you refocus your heart on what truly matters! Episode Recap:We're talking about love this week (6:05)How do we respond to God's love practically? (7:55)Loving others looks like not being selfish (8:44)Take an interest in others this Christmas (12:34)Choose presence over perfection (15:54)Speak life with your words (16:31)Pause before you react (18:42)Enjoy simple moments (20:20)Serve quietly (21:15)Focus on gratitude (22:42)Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5 (NIV)“Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.”Discussion Questions: Why do you think loving others feels harder during the holidays?In what ways do you catch yourself trying to impress others rather than love them?Which part of Philippians 2:1–5 challenges you the most right now?What does “choosing presence over perfection” look like in your home?What is one thing you can do this week to respond with love instead of frustration?Resources:Please give today to help us reach more moms with Wire Talk in 2026!

Feeling the pressure to make the holidays perfect? Especially when you're juggling kids, schedules, and everything else, it can feel completely overwhelming.In this episode, Diana shares a simple but powerful mindset shift that helps busy moms let go of perfection and actually enjoy the holiday season.Don't miss:Why “perfect” holidays create more stress than joyA childhood Christmas story that changes how you see holiday mishapsHow expectations quietly steal your peaceA healthier way to handle things going wrong (without guilt)Encouragement to be present instead of perfectA must-listen if you want calmer, happier holidays without adding more to your plate.What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do listHow to declutter in an effective and efficient wayGuest interviewsDeep dives on specific topicsFind Diana Rene on social media:Instagram: @the.decluttered.momFacebook: @the.decluttered.momPinterest: @DianaRene Are you ready for a peaceful and clutter-free home? Watch my FREE training video “Chaos to Calm” to learn how it's possible! And find all of my resources here.

In this deeply moving episode of The Feminine Frequency Podcast, our host Amy Natalie is joined by Megsy Ann for a soulful conversation that weaves together feminine magnetism, grief, healing, and the reclamation of sensuality and pleasure.This episode explores what happens when a woman allows herself to be fully present with pain instead of running from it—and how that presence becomes the gateway to emotional alchemy, empowerment, and profound transformation. Megsy courageously shares her lived experience of loss and the initiation it created into a deeper, more embodied way of being.Together, Amy and Megsy unpack the societal expectations placed on women—particularly around motherhood—and how those pressures can disconnect women from their bodies, emotions, and desires. The conversation highlights the necessity of safety in emotional expression, the power of movement and body awareness, and the radical nature of choosing pleasure even in the midst of grief.This episode is an invitation to soften, to feel, and to remember that joy and sorrow are not opposites—but companions on the path of feminine awakening.Themes: Feminine magnetism is deeply connected to presence and synchronicity.Grief can become a powerful catalyst for personal and spiritual growth.Allowing pain creates space for healing and emotional alchemy.Sensuality and pleasure are essential, not optional, aspects of womanhood.Motherhood often comes with unspoken pressures that limit self-expression.Feeling safe to express emotions is foundational for healing.Movement and body awareness unlock deeper emotional access.Simple daily rituals can amplify pleasure and aliveness.Reclaiming sensuality is a revolutionary act for women.SPECIAL OFFERS:

Liz Chernett is a Psychedelic Mentor & Alchemy Coach who guides healers, entrepreneurs, and creatives through seasons of transformation—where old identities dissolve and a truer Self and soul path emerges. She is a certified psychedelic integration coach through the Psychedelic Coaching Institute, where she now teaches on mythopoetic integration. Liz is also a Level-2 Inner Team Dialogue coach, a powerful parts-work modality, and is currently completing her certification in Jungian Coaching. She co-hosts In Right Relationship, a podcast exploring psychedelics and the sacred. Before this chapter, Liz spent two decades as a creative and art director, fashion stylist, and futurist—shaping campaigns and translating culture into visual stories. That craft now powers her transformational work, helping clients harvest symbols, archetypes, and the voices of their inner world to re-author their stories and step into their full creative power.In her group program, The Oracle Within, Liz weaves together Jungian teachings, mythic stories, and guided art-making to help coaches, healers, and seekers rekindle their creative spark and discover new mythopoetic tools for meaning-making in life and work.Episode Highlights▶ Liz shares her journey from a linear corporate path into psychedelic mentorship rooted in myth, creativity, and embodiment.▶  Psychedelic experiences are explored as catalysts for deep healing and personal transformation.▶  Motherhood became a turning point that reshaped Liz's relationship with healing and creativity.▶  Creativity is framed as an embodied practice essential for metabolizing life experiences.▶  The Oracle Within program centers play, imagination, and accessible tools like collage for integration.▶  Mythopoetic approaches open new possibilities for self-expression and meaning-making.▶  Self-doubt, shadows, and unfinished cycles are honored as part of the creative process.▶  In a world shaped by AI and rapid change, intentional and embodied creativity becomes even more vital. Liz Chernett's Links & Resources▶ Website: https://www.kaleidoscopeeyecoaching.com▶ The Oracle Within: https://www.kaleidoscopeeyecoaching.com/the-oracle-within▶ In Right Relationship Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hYThtrwkX9NzA9xMb2HBC?si=a91d62b474a2475c▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizchernett/▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wawajawn Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz ▶ Join the free Psychedelics & Purpose Community: / psychedelicsandsacredmedicines

What does it take to return to the top of the ultra running world after major life changes and a "career-ending" surgery? Kaytlyn Gerbin knows. In this episode, Kaytlyn shares her journey from a scientist with a love for the outdoors to a world-class trail and ultra runner. Growing up active but without formal running experience, she discovered her talent in her mid-twenties and quickly fell in love with the 100-mile distance. Since then, she's set course records, tackled some of the most technical alpine trails in the Pacific Northwest, and stood on podiums at legendary races like UTMB, Western States 100, and Transgrancanaria. But Kaytlyn's story isn't just about running. It's about resilience, reinvention, and balance. After the birth of her daughter Era in 2024 and undergoing surgery to correct hip dysplasia—a procedure many thought would end her running career—Kaytlyn came back stronger than ever, winning the Cascade Crest 100 and taking on the epic 330km Tor des Geants race in Italy. In this episode, you'll hear about: How she discovered her running talent and found her passion for ultra distances Overcoming setbacks, starting over, and learning to meet herself where she is The mental strategies that help her tackle 100-mile races and multi-day alpine challenges Balancing motherhood with elite-level running Her plans and goals for 2026, including Hardrock 100 and UTMB Whether you're an aspiring ultra runner, a parent chasing big goals, or someone who loves stories of grit, perseverance, and adventure, Kaytlyn's story will inspire you to push your limits—on the trails and in life. Tune in to hear how Kaytlyn combines mountains, motherhood, and science-backed training to redefine what's possible, one long run at a time. ***  New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries.  Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast.  Your support makes a difference.  Thank you x *** Show notes Who is Kaytln Ultra runner and trail runner for the North Face Living in the foothills outside of Seattle, US Having a degree in Bioengineering and previously working as a scientist  Having her first daughter, 14 months ago Reflecting back on her childhood and early years Growing up in rural US Being the oldest of four and being very active as a kid How her running journey progressed Playing soccer in high school Being good at running on the field, but not enjoying the running for training Making friends with other students at college who ran Discovering her running talent in her mid-twenties Entering her first small, local race and finishing 2nd female Having fun and feeling strong while running  Finding her distance  Loving the 100 mile distance  Figuring out training for races The longer she ran, the stronger she felt  Feeling overwhelmed by the running distances  Having to start over with her running Remembering how hard it is to start running again after set backs Having a hard time with running  Never having a running coach and getting to make all the rules Tracking her training  Meeting yourself where your at ie being ok with walking  Bringing in science to her running? Lessons on failure and how it applies to running Staying humble with her running Why the hardest part of the race, is just before it starts The anxiety before a race, struggling to sleep and eat before Staying relaxed while running and settling into the run after 50k Running through the night Taking some time before doing the hard thing, and thinking about the mental challenges which may come up and how to handle it Running a 220 mile race over 4 days Dealing with the guilt of being away from her baby while running  Anticipate what some of the mental challenges might be during a race and how best to approach it Taking a step back from the running during pregnancy  Not feeling the pressure to go back to running Her 'A' race in 2025 Tor des Geants 330km race in Italy   Winning the Cascade Crest 100 mile race  Seeing the 2nd placed woman - starting to race Wanting to run hand and push herself Plans for 2026 Applying for Hardrock 100 mile race Wanting to go back and race at UTMB  Having a pregnancy deferral for UTMB   How to connect with Kaytlyn Advice for women wanting to take on a 100 mile race   Social Media Instagram @kaytlyn_g  

Send us a textWhen your clients say they're "drowning" or they "can't trust themselves," we can't just chalk it up to a simple chemical imbalance. We have to get real about postpartum anxiety (PPA). The clinical model, with its standard screening tools like the Edinburgh scale, is missing the deeper, unrecognized crisis of identity and boundaries that fuels so much of the mental load and perinatal mental health struggle.Carley Schweet joins Maranda us today to share her own journey through undiagnosed PPA and the profound psychological and neurological rewiring that happens in the mother's brain. They talk about radical self-care, the power of reconnecting with maternal intuition, and how setting and honoring boundaries is the key to moving from feeling "not enough" to thriving in motherhood. This conversation is your key to recognizing the subtle, yet debilitating, non-clinical signs of PPA and giving your clients permission to choose differently so they can heal at the root.Check out this episode on the blog HERE: Key time stamps: 01:47 Carley's personal struggle with undiagnosed postpartum anxiety 02:56 The  fear of losing a child that silences mothers & mental health. 03:40 The creation of Hello Postpartum gift boxes to honor the mother07:12 Standard clinical scales miss the identity shift and deeper trauma. 08:25 Postpartum anxiety can start 3+ years after birth. 09:48 Carley's coaching background + boundaries and people-pleasing. 11:13 Motherhood as a mirror for untrue narratives and lack of self-care. 13:53 The challenge of boundary setting is a consistent theme16:14 Psychological and neurological rewiring in the mother's brain 17:21 The biggest hormonal drop occurs after the placenta detaches. 17:40 The power of giving yourself permission to choose differently 19:36 How Chat GPT and AI contribute to intuitive disconnection 21:52 The daily practice of disconnection Connect with Carley:  In 2020, Carley founded Hello Postpartum, a platform dedicated to curating thoughtful gift boxes for new moms while uplifting other women-owned businesses. As a mom of two, published author, entrepreneur, and holistic self-care coach, Carley brings a passionate and intentional perspective to all she does. She currently lives outside of Seattle, where she runs her business and enjoys life with her family.   Website | IG  NEXT STEPS:

Addictions. Sugar is one of my addictions. I feel the need and desire to take a break with sugar in the new year! Join me! 40 day sugar fast 40 day social media fast Email me at: positivityinpregnancy@gmail.com **Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health (Formerly the Positive Pregnancy Program)**: This self-led video program, made to help foster positivity durning pregnancy. It is for women who have or do struggle with pregnancy and who want to have strong mental health during and specifically the first trimester of pregnancy during the nausea! This Mini Course will help you mentally navigate the hardships of the physical changes of pregnancy, especially that morning sickness phase. Direct link to Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health Positivity in Pregnancy and Motherhood website: Positiveinpregnancy.com Other Episodes you might like: Anxiety? Stressed in pregnancy? Podcast episode Strategies to Calm Fears and Worries in Pregnancy Success in Second Trimester INTIMACY Episodes on Dealing with Nausea in the first trimester: Puking and Feeling Like I Can't Coping with Nausea in Pregnancy Intimacy in the First Trimester Episode YouTube for Positivity in Pregnancy: https://www.youtube.com/@PregnancyisHardwithJosly-nd8wd Here is the Facebook Page for Pregnancy is hard: I have documented my journey of my fourth baby on this page and have other juicy and good tips for enjoying pregnancy better. https://www.facebook.com/pregnancyishard Here is the Pregnancy is Hard Support Group on Facebook: Let's offer support, help and fun for those in the trenches of pregnancy! https://www.facebook.com/groups/165102315544693 Instagram: @positivityinpregnancy  

In this special Christmas episode, we reflect on the motherhood of Mary, the mother of Jesus, by reading from Luke 1 and Luke 2 and walking through her journey of faith, surrender, and obedience. From the angel Gabriel's announcement to the birth of Christ in Bethlehem, this episode highlights Mary's humble yes to God and how her role as a mother forever changed the course of history. Through Scripture and personal reflection, we explore how Mary's example continues to inspire Christian mothers today with courage, faith, and quiet strength._________________________Want to be a guest on The Motherhood Experience? Send Val Kleppen a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1758742098661627c9cc46f40

Learn how to have a positive attitude, empowered perspective and be adaptive in the circumstances you are given- all through your mindset! RENEWED MINDSET COURSEPrice goes up by $50 in January. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Next Steps: 1. Watch FREE TRAINING: 5 Steps to Break free from Mom Rage Shame ⬇️2. Learn about Calm Christian Mom Coaching Program ⬇️3. BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION CALL if you are ready for support and accountability in overcoming damaging anger patterns. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~How to Be More Patient with Your Kids (So You're Not Screaming Over Spilled Milk)Leave a 5 star rating and review on the Podcast and email me (hello@emotionallyhealthylegacy.com) a screenshot of the REVIEW for free access the training or buy it HERE for $27. Website: emotionallyhealthylegacy.comContact: hello@emotionallyhealthylegacy.comQuestions? Form / Voice memo

Ever feel like no one's really talking about what it's like to be a mom in this industry? In this episode, I dive into motherhood and business in the lash and aesthetics world, because this topic still feels strangely overlooked. I share what it actually looks like to grow a business while raising kids, and why so many moms are quietly carrying way more than anyone sees.I talk honestly about the pressure, the guilt, and the constant juggling that comes with being a mom and a beauty business owner, along with what's helped me stay grounded through different seasons. From setting boundaries to building a schedule that supports your family, this episode is a reminder that you're allowed to create a business that fits your life, not the other way around.In this episode, you'll hear:Why is motherhood still a quiet topic in the lash and aesthetics industry?The pressure moms feel that often goes unspokenHow I've built my business to work around my familyHow can you structure your schedule around your kids? How to protect your energy and your business with one simple wordSimple planning habits that make busy seasons feel more manageableIf you've ever wondered whether anyone else feels this way, you're not alone. Hit play, listen in, and let this be your reminder that you're doing the best you can, and that truly counts.LASH BIZ BABES EXPERIENCE 2026

In this week's episode of the Make It You Podcast, I'm sharing the real lessons 2025 taught me — not the highlight reel, but the behind-the-scenes growth. From projects that didn't work, to conversations I avoided for too long, to learning how to slow down and lead differently, this episode is a reflective close to a year that stretched me in every way — as a business owner, a leader, a mother, and a woman evolving into her next chapter. If you're closing out the year feeling proud, tired, clearer, or all of the above, this episode will meet you right where you are. What you'll learn in this episode:Why growth doesn't come from doing more — it comes from doing things differently (including hiring up and letting go of control)How asking harder, more honest questions builds stronger relationships and better alignmentWhy resilience is built through action, not perfection — and how “failed” projects become data As you reflect on 2025 and prepare for what's next, this episode will help you gain clarity on what to release, what to keep, and how to move forward with intention. 

Has this year left you feeling defeated? If you're ready to give up after giving it all you had, this episode will give you the push needed to get up and fight another day. In this teaching, I share my practical advice for starting over, even when it feels like things never work out. The truth is, you have no idea how close you are to winning the fight while you're in it. Sometimes you just need a reminder that you have what it takes to try again. Highlights from Today's Episode Looking for the silver lining Learning how to fail forward Leaning into the beauty of this season Related Resources Need more encouragement for starting again? Watch this podcast episode to learn How to Regain Motivation. Tired of drifting away from your goals? Check out this podcast episode on Finding Your Way Back. Reset for the year ahead with the Write It Down guide and the free Dream Builders Workshop. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES The post #561 – When the Year Didn't Go As Planned first appeared on Chrystal Evans Hurst.

The holidays fill our feeds with matching pajamas and picture-perfect trees—but what's really behind the post? In this episode, Sarah and Whitney unpack why we really post on Instagram, how scrolling impacts mental health, and the pressure moms feel to curate perfection. Plus, a simple reflection tool to help you check in after scrolling and protect your peace this season. Because the most important moments may never make it to Instagram—and that's okay.

Our guest today is a wonderful human being and has so much well-earned wisdom to share with us in this episode and she is also a relatable and engaging writer. Which you can find in her recently published book, Mom Enough: Inspiring Letters for the Wonderfully Exhausting but Totally Normal Days of Motherhood. I love her viral quote: “Sometimes you have to let go of the picture of what you thought life would be like and learn to find joy in the story you are living." Our guest today Rachel Marie Martin is the founder of the social media community Finding Joy™, author of both Mom Enough and The Brave Art of Motherhood, and a founding partner in Audience Industries – a company designed to train and equip entrepreneurs in their ventures. Her articles have been translated into over 25 languages, her site reaches millions of visitors per month and she has a robust, engaged Facebook community. Her content has been featured in The Huffington Post, The Today Show, PopSugar, Motherly, and many more. She speaks worldwide encouraging moms and entrepreneurs to live each day with purpose and drive. Beyond that, she's a mom to seven and calls Nashville, Tennessee, her home. Follow Rachel Marie on Facebook at ⁠https://www.facebook.com/findingjoyblog⁠ Find out more at: ⁠https://findingjoy.net/author/rachel-marie-martin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fight that split my husband and I: Do we expect our children to give up their lives and money for us? Tune in on our rerun of our top hits for the holiday, and comment below who gets the A grade. Thank you to our sponsors for this week's episode. Don't let financial opportunity slip through the cracks. Use code ZARNA at https://www.monarch.com in your browser for half off your first year. Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to https://www.The RealReal.com/zarna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Beth shares her remarkable journey of welcoming baby Milo – her third child and first with partner Dean. After a 13-year gap since her last birth, Beth navigated the unique challenges of pregnancy in her thirties whilst parenting teenagers Tyler (13) and Ivy (11) from a previous relationship. Her story beautifully illustrates how birth experiences can evolve and how different life circumstances shape our approach to pregnancy and labour. From dealing with a low-lying placenta scare that threatened a caesarean birth to ultimately achieving the natural birth she desperately wanted, Beth's journey is one of resilience, preparation, and the profound love that binds blended families together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 10 seasons and 5 years of the pod, we're running down the top episodes according to listeners and our own favs. It's like Spotify Wrapped for Just Ask Your Mom!  Since airing our first episode in 2021, we've laughed, cried, reminisced, learned and changed....and we hope we've been an encouragement and a bright spot for you! 

2025 pushed us to our limits. In this episode, the hosts of The Mama's Den share what helped us survive a difficult year — and how we're shifting into a future built on intention, clarity, and joy. We talk about recognizing our talents, letting go of what no longer serves us, and choosing joy without guilt. If you're ready to move from survival mode into purpose, this conversation is for you.Follow The Mama's Den on Instagram at @TheMamasDenpodcastWrite us at podcasts@blacklove.comWe can't wait to hear from you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Raising Wild Hearts, Ryann Watkin sits down with chiropractor and nervous system educator Dr. Kristina Guerriero, founder of StillPoint, to explore how true healing happens when the body feels safe.➳ Join Dr. Kristi's Resilience Reset for Free with Code WILDHEARTSVIPTogether, they unpack what neural tension really is, how living in survival mode impacts our emotions, creativity, and physical health, and why slow, subtle nervous system work often creates the deepest and most lasting change. This conversation is especially for overwhelmed moms, recovering perfectionists, and anyone feeling stretched too thin — a grounded reminder that healing doesn't have to be dramatic to be meaningful. Topics we cover:• Nervous system regulation• Neural tension + stress• Healing through safety and stillness• Motherhood, capacity, and overwhelm• Gentle chiropractic & tonal workSupport The Mission:

Have you been scrolling past everyone's overseas holiday photos and feeling that quiet pang of “we can't afford that right now”?And even if a local getaway sounds doable, you might be thinking about the packing, the nap timing, the feeding stuff, the toddler meltdowns, and wondering if it's even worth the effort.In this episode, Dr Renee White shares practical, mum-tested tips for planning a staycation that actually feels like a break. Not perfect. Not Instagrammable. Just genuinely restorative.Renee walks you through what to pack, what to skip, simple hotel hacks that make life easier, and one money-saving tip that could save your family hundreds on accommodation. Because sometimes the reset you need isn't a week overseas. It's a couple of nights close to home where someone else makes the bed and you don't have to do the dishes.You'll hear about:A simple membership tip that can save hundreds of dollars on accommodationRenee's essential packing list for travelling with babies and toddlers (and what you can leave behind)Easy hotel hacks to make sleep, feeding, and settling smootherHow to plan your days around naps without feeling stuck in the roomThe mindset shift that helps staycations feel enjoyable in this season of motherhoodIf you've been craving a break but feeling like holidays are off the table, this episode will meet you right where you are. You don't need to go far to feel the benefit. You just need a change of scenery, fewer jobs on your plate, and permission to keep it simple.Resources & Links

What does the star have to do with your soul? What does it mean to "make room" in your heart?In this episode, Josh and Christi each offer a personal Christmas reflection and message to you, our Famous at Home family.  May this Christmas be filled with wonder and awe for you and your family. Merry Christmas from Famous at Home!Show Notes: Register for Tender & Fierce 2026! https://www.famousathome.com/tenderandfierce Want a marriage you love in 2026? Fill out this form and we'll be in touch: https://www.famousathome.com/loveyourmarriage Sign up for our email list and Famous at Home Starter Bundle: https://www.famousathome.com/newsletter Download NONAH's single Find My Way Home by clicking here: https://bellpartners.ffm.to/findmywayhome

In this conversation, Nicole Zapoli shares her journey towards mental health awareness and the importance of fitness and mindset in achieving overall well-being. She discusses practical tools for overcoming negative thoughts, balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship, and the significance of consistency in fitness. Nicole also introduces her book, Live Fit From the Inside Out, which outlines six shifts to living a healthier and happier life, emphasizing that small, actionable steps can lead to significant changes.As you listen:00:00 Just Do the Next Thing02:05 The Journey to Mental Health Awareness05:57 Tools for Overcoming Negative Thoughts08:09 Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship11:53 The Importance of Mindset in Fitness16:07 The Six Shifts to a Healthier Life

Send us a textFTV This week I have the absolute pleasure of being joined by relationship and sexuality expert, Courtney Boyer.  M.Ed., M.S. Courtney is the author of "Not tonight, honey" (Why women actually don't want sex and what we can do about it) and we have a phenomenal conversation about postpartum intimacy touching on all, sometimes uncomfortable..for me at least, aspects of it.We talk about why the focus postpartum is on the physical recovery much more than the mental recovery and how a HUGE part of sexual intimacy is mental rather than just physically being able.How you can aid your recovery.How to have a meaningful conversation with your partner in such a way that they understand your wants and needs.And much, much more.I'm not gonna lie, my 48 year old Dutch-repressed man-brain isn't used to having an open conversation about this sort of stuff but Courtney is a great conversationalist and really knows what she's talking about.This might also be one of those episodes that you want to get your partner to listen to :)You can, and should, go find Courtney online in all the usual places;Her Website Instagram TikTokLinkedInand FacebookJust a  reminder that HPNB only has 5 billing cycles!So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering.This means you can sign up after your first child, use the program and recover and then still have access after giving birth to child 2 and 3!None of this "pay X amount a year" nonsense, once you've paid..you've paid!This makes HPNB not just the most efficient and complete post-partum recovery program, it's also BY FAR the best value.Remember to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for the competitions, wisdom and cute videos. And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions or comments    If you could rate the podcast on your favourite platform that would be a big help. Playing us out this week; "On our own" by Thee Alchemist Oxford 

To post cute pics of your kid, or to not post cute pics of your kid, that is the question. Kee and Kelly dive into the murky waters of kids and social media, sharing their personal takes on whether or not to share their children’s lives online. They discuss everything from setting boundaries and protecting privacy to the rise of mumfluencers who turn their kids into content for likes and followers. It’s a candid chat about where to draw the line between sharing and oversharing and the impact it can have on kids growing up in the digital age. Instagram @mummysflippinhouseNPR - Why you should think twice about posting that cute photo of your kid online Sharenthood - Leah Plunkett HOSTS & PRODUCERS Kelly McCarren ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kelly_mccarren⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Kee Reece ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@keereece⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ AUDIO PRODUCTION Madeline Joannou - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mylk Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the holidays approach, parenting teens and adult kids can bring up for us a wish for more ease, more connection, and a way to let go without feeling like you're losing yourself or your relationship with your kids. In this episode, I share three powerful gifts you can give yourself that will change how you experience this stage of motherhood. We'll explore what it means to stop taking responsibility for other people's emotions, how to stay connected to your teen without conditions or expectations, and why treating yourself with compassion is essential as you navigate the emotional shifts of letting go. If you've been feeling drained, stuck, or unsure how to show up as your role as a mom evolves, this conversation will help you approach parenting teens — and the empty nest ahead — with more intention and emotional freedom. These simple but meaningful shifts can transform not just the holiday season, but the way this next chapter of motherhood feels.

In this week's episode I am joined by Dr. Darby Saxby, a clinical psychologist and professor at the University of Southern California as we delve into the transition to parenthood, particularly focusing on fathers and the concept of the 'dad brain.' We discuss how fathers experience physiological and psychological changes despite not giving birth, the vulnerability and opportunities for growth these changes bring, and how societal structures often fail to support new parents adequately. Dr. Saxby shares insights from her research, including how caregiving impacts brain structure in both mothers and fathers and the importance of fathers being involved at various stages of a child's development. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsLSubscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/Follow me on Instagram for more:@raisinggoodhumanspodcast Sponsors:Avocado Green Mattress: With code humans, you'll save an extra $25 on Crib and Kids Mattresses on top of their holiday sale! That's an extra $25 off their current sale at AvocadoGreenMattress.com with the code humansOsea: Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code HUMANS at OSEAMalibu.comWayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things homeSuvie: Go to Suvie.com/Humans to get $150 off plus 16 free meals when you order during their saleLaundry Sauce: Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order @LaundrySauce with code HUMANS at https://laundrysauce.com/HUMANS #laundrysaucepodTia: Go to bit.ly/asktia-humansPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EP:171 This solo episode has been a long time coming. I'm finally sitting down to walk you through what the last few months have really looked like behind the scenes — the baseball fields, the retreats, the business highs, the gut punches, and turning 40 in the most unexpectedly beautiful way. I take you with me through: Motherhood in the thick of it – Eli's select baseball, Charlie's umpiring journey, and what it's been like to finally feel joy and “magic” again after years of grief. Big work seasons and leadership retreats – the conversations that lit my brain on fire, falling in love (again) with the business side of what I do, and why connecting with other women fills my cup. Mother Collective & Smarty Pants events – the deep, honest talks with women who are quietly suffering in their relationships, being called “crazy,” gaslit, and doubting their own reality. I share how that mirrors my past, and why self-worth and nervous system regulation are non‑negotiables. Trust, family, and my 40th birthday – the painful “no” from my family, the overwhelming surprise Carter planned with my best friends at Miraval, and what it brought up about being loved, chosen, and celebrated. Underneath all of it is this: learning to trust yourself, protect your peace, regulate your nervous system, and refuse to be spoken to or treated in ways that don't feel safe or respectful. If this episode hits home, please: Share it with a friend who needs to hear they are not crazy and not alone.. Hit follow and leave a review so more parents can find this work. Screenshot and tag the show so I can see what resonated most and keep creating what you need. #motherhood #momlife #parenting #selfworth #nervoussystemregulation #mentalhealth #healing #griefjourney #toxicrelationships #gaslighting #marriage #relationshipadvice #baseballmom #anxiety #burnoutrecovery #boundaries #hashimotos #personaldevelopment #podcast

In this special end-of-year episode, Kat and April sit down for a heartfelt and honest conversation reflecting on the journey of Moms Off the Record: how it began, how it evolved, and what it has meant to both of them and the community it grew.This episode also marks a meaningful transition. After years of co-creating MOTR together, April shares her decision to step away as a co-host, with Kat moving forward as the sole host and steward of the podcast. The conversation is rooted in gratitude, clarity, and mutual respect with an honoring of seasons, growth, and the courage it takes to listen when an assignment shifts.Together, Kat and April reflect on favorite moments, impactful conversations, and the many messages from women who have shared how MOTR helped them feel less alone, more confident in their intuition, and more empowered to question the narratives surrounding modern motherhood.This episode is two parts a look back and a blessing moving forward with the reminder that growth often asks us to release what we love in order to make room for what's next.Thank you for being part of this chapter. WE LOVE YOU! Cheers to Season 4 led by none other than Kat! WHERE YOU CAN FIND US:Follow April at Embracing Eden and on instagramBook a potty training 1:1 consult with KatSupport the showJOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!!

Last episode of 2025 and I think we bring it home well!In this episode, we sit down and talk honestly about parenting as we're living it right now. We get into the ups and downs of co-sleeping, how stuff from our own childhoods shows up in ways we don't always expect, and why helping our kids understand their emotions feels just as important as anything else we're trying to teach them.We share what we've learned so far, what we're still figuring out, and how becoming parents has forced us to grow in ways we never saw coming. It's really a conversation about connection, being more aware, and accepting that parenting is a constant work in progress, not something you ever fully have “figured out.”00:00 Introduction and Frame TV Art01:41 Generational Trauma and Parenting Reflections02:37 Co-Sleeping: Breaking Parenting Norms11:38 Parenting Challenges and Emotional Intelligence23:13 Rethinking Discipline and Gender Roles35:01 Learning from Children: Wisdom and Empathy47:36 The Journey of Parenthood: Growth and ChangeSubscribe to my weekly reflections on SubstackFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscribe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookFor partnerships, email collabs@tireddad.com

Short breaks can really help you mentally, if you are struggling postpartum.  Email me: positivityinpregnancy@gmail.com Mama Natural Resource Other Episodes on Nursing Your baby from ME: Nursing Crash Course for First Time Moms Dealing with Emotional Ups and Down of Nursing a baby 5 tips for Success in Nursing Your Baby Breast Feeding to Lose Weight Eat, Wake, Sleep Cycle I use with my babies Works with Nursing or Breastfed babies **Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health (Formerly the Positive Pregnancy Program)**: This self-led video program, made to help foster positivity durning pregnancy. It is for women who have or do struggle with pregnancy and who want to have strong mental health during and specifically the first trimester of pregnancy during the nausea! This Mini Course will help you mentally navigate the hardships of the physical changes of pregnancy, especially that morning sickness phase. Direct link to Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health Positivity in Pregnancy and Motherhood website: www.positivityinpregnancy.com Other Episodes you might like: Anxiety? Stressed in pregnancy? Podcast episode Strategies to Calm Fears and Worries in Pregnancy Episodes on Dealing with Nausea in the first trimester: Puking and Feeling Like I Can't Coping with Nausea in Pregnancy YouTube for Positivity in Pregnancy: https://www.youtube.com/@PregnancyisHardwithJosly-nd8wd Here is the Facebook Page for Pregnancy is hard: I have documented my journey of my fourth baby on this page and have other juicy and good tips for enjoying pregnancy better. https://www.facebook.com/pregnancyishard Here is the Pregnancy is Hard Support Group on Facebook: Let's offer support, help and fun for those in the trenches of pregnancy! https://www.facebook.com/groups/165102315544693 Instagram: @positivityinpregnancy  

Send us a textIn this episode of Mother's Guide Through Autism, Brigitte welcomes back Carrie Cariello—mother, writer, and one of the co-authors of the bestselling book Autism Out Loud, written alongside Kate Swenson and Adrian Wood.Together, these three mothers share their lived experiences of raising children with very different autism profiles. In this conversation, Carrie opens up about the emotional journey behind the book, the power of writing alongside other autism moms, and the realities of parenting across different seasons—from childhood to adulthood.This episode explores both the practical and deeply human sides of the autism journey, including long-term planning, marriage, siblings, and the everyday moments that often go unseen but matter most.

In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Chemmy Alcott, a British former World Cup alpine ski racer who competed in all five disciplines and represented Great Britain at four Olympic Games. Growing up in London, Chemmy's journey to elite ski racing is extraordinary, she trained on eight-second dry ski slopes made of plastic "hairbrushes" and at age 10 convinced her parents to let her travel alone to New Zealand for two months of training, a pattern she continued for eight years.Chemmy opens up about skiing at only 80% capacity for eight years due to fear of failure before her breakthrough at Sölden, where she embraced 100% effort and risk-taking. After coming within 1.8 seconds of an Olympic medal at Sochi 2014, her surgeon's warning about potential leg amputation led to her retirement. Now a mother of two boys (ages 8 and 6), she's achieved her childhood dream as presenter of BBC's iconic Ski Sunday and co-founded Carpe Diem Coaching with her husband Dougie, running camps across Europe for ages 6 to 89 focused on building confidence and resilience. She also founded Swiss Mountain Rescue after discovering CBD and meditation eliminated her chronic pain in just two weeks after 10 years of suffering.Resources:Carpe Diem Coaching: https://www.cdcperform.com/Instagram: @chemmyskiBBC Ski SundaySwiss Mountain Rescue (health and wellness brand)Imbrace (compression leggings)Key Quotes:"I always say that I was made to be a ski racer. I got his glutes and her lungsShop the 2025 Ski Moms Holiday Gift Guides here www.theskimoms.co/gift-guides SHOP HEREUse Code SKIMOMS for 15% off all labels. Code is not valid on sale items or stamps. Other restrictions may apply.  Still shopping for the skier or rider in your life?  The Ski Haus has you covered. Stop by the Ski Haus or grab a gift card online — and give the gift of snow this season. They've got locations in Salem, NH and Woburn, and Framingham in MA. Head to skihaus.com  to check store hours and directions. Plan your winter getaway now at VisitUlsterCountyNY.com.

Beautiful soul, this episode is for anyone feeling mentally scattered, emotionally tired, or disconnected from their intuition. Julie is joined by Zelana Montminy for a grounded, compassionate conversation about focus not as productivity or discipline, but as presence, nervous system safety, and spiritual alignment. Together, they explore how constant stimulation, digital overload, and cultural pressure pull us away from our inner knowing, and why slowing down is often the fastest way back to clarity. This episode gently reframes rest as spiritual medicine, focus as a gateway to intuition, and boundaries as acts of self-trust. It's especially supportive for mothers, caregivers, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating burnout, ADHD, hormonal shifts, or major life transitions. Episode Chapters (3:25) Welcoming Zelana Montminy and her work on focus and presence (5:09) Why focus is essential for intuition and spiritual clarity (7:00) Dopamine, devices, and nervous system overload (11:00) Avoiding discomfort vs. healing through presence (14:33) Motherhood, work, and releasing guilt around rest (18:46) Nervous system regulation and energetic boundaries (21:01) Slowing down as spiritual medicine (25:12) Small, realistic practices to restore focus (31:03) Using technology without letting it control your life (34:29) ADHD, hormones, and attention challenges (40:27) Grace, worth, and redefining productivity (44:42) Closing angel message and energetic reflection Work with Julie & Your Angels If you've been feeling the nudge  I want to hear my angels clearly, I want to work with them every day here's how to go deeper:

Overwhelmed and Guilty? Faithful Motherhood Isn't Perfect Are you a working mom who feels like you're constantly falling short? Like biblical motherhood is some Pinterest-perfect ideal you'll never reach? You're not alone—and you're not failing. In this episode, we talk about what faithful motherhood really looks like in the midst of work, family, and daily overwhelm. We'll explore why so many moms feel guilt and pressure, how the culture of “perfect motherhood” can distort God's truth, and most importantly, how you can experience freedom, grace, and real faithfulness in the life you actually live. You'll walk away with: A clear reminder that biblical motherhood isn't about perfection. Encouragement to release guilt and comparison. Practical ways to invite God into your busy, messy, real life. Scripture and reflection to anchor your faith in the everyday moments. Scriptures discussed: Colossians 3:23 – Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord. Psalm 46:1 – God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Proverbs 31:25 – She is clothed with strength and dignity. This episode is perfect for working Christian moms who want to embrace their motherhood journey without pressure, guilt, or comparison—learning to walk faithfully in the life God has given them.

What happens when two female lawyers from different countries realize they're fighting the same battles? In this powerful conversation, Erin sits down with Odette Ansell—a Canadian litigator and host of the Non-Billable Hours podcast—to talk about the universal struggles female lawyers face: loneliness, identity crisis, the pressure to "have it all," and the desperate need for community. They discuss why it's so hard to separate your identity from your job, what to do when you feel stuck, and why vulnerability might be the bravest thing you do as a lawyer. If you've ever felt like you're the only one crumbling while everyone else looks like they're crushing it—this episode is your reminder that you're not alone.About Odette AnsellOdette Ansell is a Canadian litigator and the host of Non-Billable Hours, a podcast dedicated to honest conversations about life in and beyond the law. With a passion for connecting with lawyers across every practice area, she creates space for candid discussions about the joys, pressures, and personal passions that shape legal professionals. Odette is driven by a desire to spotlight what truly lights lawyers up outside their work—from creative pursuits to family life to unexpected hobbies. Through her thoughtful interviews, she explores the common challenges many lawyers experience but rarely voice. Her work aims to build community, normalize vulnerability, and remind lawyers that their identities extend far beyond their billable targets.Key Topics CoveredWhy Odette became a lawyer (and the personality test that said she'd be terrible at litigation)The universal struggles female lawyers face—regardless of country or practice areaWhy lawyers desperately need people who "get it" without needing contextThe loneliness epidemic in the legal profession (especially for women)How to separate your identity from your job when being a lawyer IS your personalityThe seasons of life and why "having it all" doesn't mean having it all at onceWhy women lawyers feel guilty for wanting something outside the lawThe bad advice that made Odette delete her food blog in law schoolHow to find community when you work from home and feel isolatedThe power of saying your goals out loud (even if you don't know how to achieve them)Why vulnerability is so hard for lawyers (and why we desperately need it)The retreats that made Erin realize: "These women get me at a visceral level"Connect with Odette AnsellPodcast: Non-Billable Hours (YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts)Instagram: @nonbillablehourspodcastWant to connect with Odette about building community, navigating identity outside the law, or just chat about life as a lawyer? Find her on Instagram or check out her podcast!Connect with ErinInstagram: @eringernerLinkedIn: Erin GernerWebsite: www.eringerner.comBook a Call: Powerhouse Connection CallIf this conversation reminded you that you're not alone in what you're feeling, share it with another woman lawyer who needs to hear it. Tag Erin and Odette on social media and let them know what resonated.Feeling stuck and ready to make a change? Book a free Powerhouse Connection Call with Erin and let's figure out what's next.Don't forget to subscribe to the Powerhouse Lawyers podcast so you never miss an episode.

Today we are here to answer all your burning questions! A lot in our life has changed since our last Q & A and it's time to catch up! Thanks for listening and we will catch you guys again in February!Love, Kenslie and Jayla :)Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/kensliewertzModest Outfit Inspo: https://liketk.it/4GftGFOLLOW OUR INSTAGRAM: Sister Sip Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/sistersippodcast/Kenslie: https://www.instagram.com/kensliewertz/Jayla: https://www.instagram.com/jayla_brooke/(Links may be affiliate. Thanks for supporting me in this way!)

For decades, women were told that if they wanted equality, they needed to lean in harder. Work more. Organize better. Choose better partners. Be more efficient.And yet, here we are. More educated than ever. More present in the workforce than ever. And somehow… more exhausted.My guest today says this isn't a contradiction. It's a data point. Dr. Corinne Low is a Wharton professor and an economist. She is the author of the new book, Having it All: What Data Tells Us About Women's Lives and Getting the Most Out of Yours. She has spent the last 15 years studying how women actually live — how we work, how we partner, how we parent, and how we divide time and labor inside our homes. And what her research shows is uncomfortable: while women's careers have evolved dramatically, the structure of marriage and household labor has barely changed since the 1970s.In this conversation, Corinne walks us through the data behind why modern women are so tired, why the mental load remains stubbornly unequal, and why cooking, cleaning, caregiving, and the invisible work of running a household still fall disproportionately on women — regardless of who brings home the bigger paycheck.We talk about why “fair” isn't always the right goal — and why sustainability, nourishment, and evidence-based decision making matter more. We dig into outsourcing, why women undervalue their time, and why we're far more comfortable paying someone to change the oil than paying someone to make dinner.And then there's Corinne's personal story, one that the media turned into a headline, but rarely explained well. After divorcing a man, Corinne remarried a woman. And in doing so, she experienced something unexpected: when gender stopped silently organizing the household, equality no longer had to be negotiated; it could be designed.We talk candidly about what same-sex couples get right about partnership, what heterosexual couples can learn from that, and why true equality at home requires interrogating defaults — not just dividing tasks.We also get into the bigger questions women are asking right now: when to have children, how motherhood reshapes careers, why women still take the professional hit for caregiving, and how AI and economic change may actually make women's labor more — not less — essential in the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Conservative Woman's Guide, we rewind to Karin's sit-down last year with Candace Cameron Bure, known as the Queen of Christmas movies, for an episode on her acting career and sticking to her values. Candace shares about her two latest Christmas movies, A Christmas Traveled and Home Sweet Christmas, her experience balancing […]

This week we're taking a look back on what it means to prioritise joy- and how to live that soft life. We're joined by EbonyJanice, Brandee Younger, Alana and Samra from She Well Read and The TV Doctor's Dr. Michele Foss and Ashley Johnson. Together we cover everything from the revolution of rest, to what it REALLY means to be well read. Join us for an episode packed full of laughter, honesty and light! More About The Guests:EbonyJanice | Founder and CEO of The Free People Project and author of All The Black Girls Are Activists Brandee Younger | Grammy-nominated Harpist, check out her latest album Gadabout SeasonAlana and Samra | co-hosts of the She Well Read PodcastDr. Michele Foss and Ashley Johnson | The TV Doctor PodcastWant to get in touch? Maybe you want to hear from a certain guest or have a recommendation for On My Radar? Get in touch at hello@editaud.io with Be Well Sis in the subject line! Have your own Not Well, Sis rant to contribute? Click here to send it into the show!Connect with Be Well, Sis:Instagram – @bewellsis_podcastSubstack – bewellsis.substack.comFollow, rate, and share this episode!We're supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Head over to www.stjude.org/bewellsis right now and sign up to be a monthly donor. Together, we can make a real impact.Be Well, Sis is hosted by Dr Cassandre Dunbar. The show is edited, mixed and produced by Megan Hayward. Our Production Manager is Kathleen Speckert. Be Well, Sis is an editaudio collaboration. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When IVF Failed and Time Didn't Fix It: Healing the Loss of Motherhood You were told time would heal this. That if you just waited long enough, the pain of leaving IVF without a baby would soften. That eventually the anger, loneliness, and grief around the dream of motherhood would fade on their own. But if you're childless after infertility, you already know the truth. The calendar didn't fix it. In this episode of The "So Now What?" Podcast, you explore why time alone doesn't heal the loss of motherhood when IVF failed and why that doesn't mean something is wrong with you. You'll hear why these feelings resurface again and again during emotionally charged moments like Christmas, birthdays, Mother's Day, and year-end milestones and why waiting quietly can start to cost you more than you realize. This episode is for you if you're childless not by choice, navigating life after IVF failed, and wondering why time hasn't brought the peace everyone promised. In this episode, you'll explore: Why time doesn't heal the loss of motherhood after IVF failed Why infertility grief is cyclical, not seasonal How holidays, birthdays, and Mother's Day can reopen the wound Why "just moving on" can disconnect you from yourself What actually helps you heal and move forward after infertility Ready to stop waiting and start feeling better now? ✨ Glow Up Sessions If you want focused, one-on-one support around one specific issue like navigating the holidays, preparing for family gatherings, handling intrusive comments, or getting grounded before the new year, a Glow Up session is a powerful place to start.

Hello hello. Here we are, ready to slide through the holidays with ease and coziness. We are calmer this week after a bit of a panicky stretch and great news, our lives have been changed by an ice machine - not an an, just obsessed with pellet ice. We recap our mostly lovely and wonderful Thanksgiving trip to Montana that started with an airport fiasco where Whit forgot her ID and barely made the flight. Then some good Date Night classics - pop culture palette cleansers that include Timothee Chalamet/Kylie Jenner discourse, feelings about Elf on the Shelf, true crime watching habits, best things we ate, and a new working segment: Who Annoyed You Most? We love and adore you. This episode is brought to you by eBay, Care.com, Primal Kitchen, Jones Road Beauty, and Google Shopping. There's always more to discover - eBay has millions of pre-loved finds, from hundreds of brands, backed by eBay Authenticity Guarantee. eBay. Things. People. Love.It's easier than ever to find Primal Kitchen Pure Avocado Oil because it's now available at Walmart. You can find Primal Kitchen in Walmart stores or online at Walmart.com and Primalkitchen.com For a limited time, you can go to Care.com and use my code WHITNEY15 to save 15% off a Care.com Premium Membership or a Senior Care Advisor. Because none of us should have to figure this out alone.This holiday season, simplify your routine with Makeup that's clean, strategic, and multifunctional. Use code withwhit at Jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with Purchase! You have to check out Google's Try On feature. Check it out at g.co/shop/tryon. Trust me, your holiday season just got a whole lot merrier.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joy doesn't just happen, our hearts have to be tuned to it. In this third week of Advent, Karen and Emily talk honestly about how hard it can be to find joy in the middle of exhaustion, family stress, and the very real unmet expectations of the season. Using the picture of tuning an instrument, they unpack how joy comes when we continually refocus our hearts on Jesus, not on our circumstances. If you're longing for a steadier joy this Christmas season, this conversation is for you! Episode Recap:Intro (00:00)Today we're talking about joy (2:10)We have to tune our hearts to joy (4:12)Jesus often becomes a secondary thought in this season (5:55)Remind yourself on a daily basis that this life is not about you, it's about Christ (7:50)Find ways to re-center yourself on Christ this Christmas (10:30)Decide to have NO expectations each day, live with an open hand (11:35)Focusing on God makes the trivial things of this world fade away (16:01)Scripture: Luke 2:10-11 (ESV)“And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”Discussion Questions: When you hear the idea of “tuning your heart to joy,” what stands out to you personally?What tends to pull your focus away from Jesus most during the Christmas season?Can you identify a recent moment where unmet expectations robbed you of joy?What practical practices help you re-center on Christ?How does Mary's response to God's plan challenge the way you respond to interruptions or disappointments?What would it look like to hold your plans and expectations with open hands this season?Resources:Please give today to help us reach more moms with Wire Talk in 2026! boaw.mom/give

Every time my mom comes on the show, you ask me to bring her back. You want her wisdom and her perspective, the way she sees straight through to what actually matters… and today, we're giving the people what they want! My mom, Sue Shelerud, is intelligent, fierce, persuasive, empathetic, and deeply respected. Over the years, she built her impact face to face in classrooms and living rooms and hospital hallways. She shaped people and held space and asked the hard questions that made them think differently.  I realized that as I've gotten older, we need collectively to learn from women like her, the ones who led in different ways than we do, the ones whose platform looked different, but whose influence was undeniable. The ones who remind us that impact isn't about how loud you are, it's about how deeply you show up.  So today we're talking about motherhood and identity, about the differences between her generation and mine, about what it means to be a safe space for people, about what gets passed down when you lead with presence and not performance. This powerful conversation is for me, it's for my daughters, it's for anyone trying to learn from the women who came before us, the ones who did things differently, and the ones whose power showed up in ways we're only now learning to name. Goal Digger Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/goaldiggerpodcast/ Goal Digger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goaldiggerpodcast/ Goal Digger Show Notes: https://jennakutcherblog.com/motherhood-generational-wisdom-conversation-with-my-mom  Thanks to our Goal Digger Sponsors: Sign up for your $1/month Shopify trial period at http://shopify.com/goaldigger. Find a co-host today at http://airbnb.com/host. Check out What Should I Do With My Money? from Morgan Stanley. Listen now at https://mgstnly.lnk.to/bqe8HiAC!GD.  Visit http://www.spectrum.com/freeforlife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Experience the power of a Dell PC with Intel Inside®, backed by Dell's price match guarantee. Shop now at https://www.dell.com/deals. Your dream wardrobe's one click away. Visit https://www.revolve.com/goaldigger for 15% off your first order with code GOALDIGGER.

In this episode, author, podcaster, and speaker Mary DeMuth returns to share the inspiration behind her latest work, which spotlights overwhelmed women in the Bible—women whose stories have often been minimized or overlooked. From Mary the mother of Jesus to Hagar to the widow with two mites, these women model faith, resilience, and wholehearted trust in God. We talk about how Christmas can be both beautiful and heavy. Mary opens up about her own seasons of overwhelm, from her water breaking on Christmas Eve to sleeping in a barn the week before Christmas. She reminds us that Mary, the mother of Jesus, lived through the deepest fears a mother can face, yet she remained faithful as a disciple. Here is some of what we cover:  Why Christmas often heightens grief, trauma, and unmet longings The consumerism of the holiday season vs. the simplicity of God with us What Shalom really means: wholehearted, whole-bodied peace rooted in surrender Jesus' care for the overlooked, the aging, and the marginalized The definition of “Whelm” which  refers to out-of-control stress,  “overwhelmed” is that same stress amplified beyond capacity Connect with Mary DeMuth:  Instagram: Mary DeMuth // Healing from Trauma (@marydemuth) Facebook:  Mary DeMuth Website:  Mary DeMuth Links Mentioned:   Nobody's Mother: By Sandra Glahn 90-Day Bible Reading Challenge: By Mary DeMuth Most Misunderstood Women of the Bible: By Mary DeMuth The Most Overlooked Women of the Bible: By Mary DeMuth The Most Overwhelmed Women of the Bible: By Mary DeMuth Podcast - Pray Every Day Mary DeMuth Church Hurt Checklist Related Episodes: Building the Family You Never Had :: Mary DeMuth [Ep 156] Nobody's Mother :: Dr. Sandra Glahn [Ep 443] From Overwhelmed to Anchored: Replacing the Lies of Motherhood with God's Truth :: Erica Gwynn [Ep 544] Featured Sponsors:  Green Chef: Go to Greenchef.com/ALONEGRAZA use the code ALONEGRAZA to get started with 50% off Green Chef + FREE Graza Olive Oil Set in your 2nd and 3rd boxes. This 50% offer is only available for a limited time, so don't wait.  Policygenius: With Policygenius real users have gotten 20-year $2 million policies for just $53 a month. Don't wait until next year. Give your family the gift of security today with Policygenius. Head to Policygenius.com to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save.  Thrive Causemetics: Complete your holiday look. Go to thrivecausemetics.com/DMA for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order. 

If you've ever spent the whole day dreaming about going to bed, only to climb under the covers and lie wide awake, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. I'm joined by sleep psychologist Dr. Shelby Harris to talk about the tired-but-wired cycle so many mothers fall into and why it's more common than you think. We unpack the real reasons your brain won't shut off at night, from revenge bedtime procrastination to the mental load that follows moms everywhere. Dr. Harris explains how habits, overstimulation, and our constant push to “catch up” all get in the way of rest, even when we're desperate for it. And most importantly, she shares the science-backed strategies that actually work for an overwhelmed parent who needs sleep but can't find the off switch. Whether you're dealing with the occasional rough night or months of broken sleep, this conversation brings clarity, relief, and doable steps that don't add more pressure to your already full plate. In This Episode, We Cover: ✔️ Why moms feel exhausted all day yet can't fall asleep at night ✔️ The psychology behind “tired but wired” ✔️ Revenge bedtime procrastination and why it hits mothers so hard ✔️ How over-stimulation and unfinished to-dos keep your brain awake ✔️ Simple sleep hygiene habits that truly help ✔️ What to do when your phone is sabotaging your nights ✔️ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I): who it helps and why ✔️ When to consider medication and what that process looks like ✔️ How our own sleep habits shape our kids' sleep long term Want more? Listen to the full, original episode. Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you making the most of your life? Maybe you have good goals, but the pressure to achieve has caused you to sacrifice your peace and fold under the pressure. In this episode, I share important principles for partnering with God and releasing the pressure attached to productivity. There's more waiting for you on the other side of surrender. If you're tired of trying to make things happen on your own, this one's for you. Highlights from Today's Episode Building healthy habits Aligning with God Planning with purpose Related Resources Ready to live beyond the limits of your to-do list? Listen to my chat with Kendra Adachi on A New Approach to Productivity. Check out this conversation with Jennifer Dukes Lee on The Balancing Act: God and Goals. Prepare your heart and mind for the year ahead with the Write It Down guide and the free Dream Builders Workshop. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES The post #560 – How to Plan Without Striving first appeared on Chrystal Evans Hurst.