This month, we're doing a deep dive series into mom guilt—why it's so pervasive and what we can do about it. You can find the playlist with all of the episodes in the series here. In this episode we discuss all the reasons we’ve felt like failures as mothers, why we’re never as hard on others as we are on ourselves, and what we have done to mitigat…

How do you juggle growing professionally while also being a great mom and taking care of yourself? Meet today’s guest, Crystal Ware. Crystal and I dive into a dual episode that is being aired both on my podcast and on her podcast “Get Clear with Crystal Ware”. From discussing the struggles of balancing work and family, to offering advice on advocat…

In this episode, our guest Karen Ferguson shares insights on creating a Bible culture in our homes, protecting our children's innocence, and praying God's word together. Here are three key takeaways for you: 1. Speak God's word over your kids' identity from an early age, combining your spoken words with God's ordained word to create powerful connec…

Hey listeners and welcome to the Yes Woman’s support group. It’s where we go to commiserate and try not to lose our da*n minds when it feels like we’re planning and handling EVERYTHING for our families. **record scratch** Wait a minute - is this really the best way for us to live our lives? By packing our schedules, saying yes to everything, and tr…

What do women's diaries tell us that's not in the history books? What has changed about women's experiences in the last 400 years, and what remains frustratingly familiar? Historian Sarah Gristwood, author of SECRET VOICES: A YEAR OF WOMEN'S DIARIES, explains the common threads she found among the stories women felt they could tell only to themselv…

Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! Today's episode marks a year of the podcast. That's right, we made it to one year - 52 episodes! I could not have done it without your support, listeners, so THANK YOU! In honor of the first anniversary of the podcast, this episode is a bit of a year in review in which I choose…

When we have a kid who just doesn't seem to fit in—or who is a loner, if a fairly content one—it can be hard for parents. But putting our own anxiety about it aside, and getting clear on the lagging skills and social cues that may not quite be in place, is the best way to help kids get on a better path. This episode is full of specific and useful a…

Have you ever felt like all your stuff is just closing in on you? Do you find yourself questioning “Do I actually NEED 3 different sizes of rubber spatulas?” or “Why DO my kids have 6 pairs of shoes each?”. We’re living in Attack of the Homes. We live in a time where there is just a lot of things… and we’re not market experts or anything, but we do…

This month, we're doing a deep dive series into mom guilt—why it's so pervasive and what we can do about it. You can find the playlist with all of the episodes in the series here. Fess up: everyone's got a Bad Mom Moment. Or twelve. We tend to hold these things really close, our shame rooted in deep certainty that no other mother has ever temporari…

Contrary to popular belief, the gender wage gap is widening, not narrowing. Naomi Cahn and June Carbone, authors of FAIR SHAKE: WOMEN AND THE FIGHT TO BUILD A JUST ECONOMY, discuss why working women still lag behind men both in wage equity and in positions of power. Naomi Cahn is the Justice Anthony M. Kennedy distinguished professor of law at the …

When you feel like a BIG loser and failure… Eryn asks for help: “I'm always disappointed in myself that when faced with one small obstacle, I give up and cave on everything I've worked so hard to build and then it takes me WEEKS just to summon the effort/courage to get back on track - whether with diet/exercise, my small business, supporting my hus…

With summer break just around the corner, it's time to start planning some exciting activities for your kids. In this week's episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we discussed the importance of creating a bucket list of summer activities for your children. Whether it's encouraging them to try a new sport, embarking on a road trip, or embracing outdoor adv…

Today’s episode is getting personal. Sometimes life is like a living case study - and that is totally the case for our host, Brie Tucker. Today she’s sharing her experience navigating different parenting styles as she co-parents with her ex and how these different approaches to parenting impact her children. We’re diving into the authoritarian vs. …

Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! Today's episode I'm going to be interviewing Maria Romano, who is the founder and CEO of Maria Romano Marketing. Topics covered: Transitioning from Behavioural unit to marketing Difference between Social media Manager vs Marketing strategist Using Instagram for marketing The Ps…

How do we know when our kids are old enough to walk home alone? Wear makeup? Get a phone? It definitely depends on the kid, your family situation, and the community where you live, but we think there are few ground rules—and some scaffolding it's a good idea to have in place. Amy and Margaret discuss: why social media may be the thing to delay, mor…

Let’s talk about the p-word today, shall we? That’s right people, we’re talking about PERFECTIONISM and the crushing pressure that comes along with it. If you’ve ever struggled with your self confidence, felt like whatever you do isn’t good enough, or make decisions based on what others will think about you - you might be living as a perfectionist.…

This month, we're doing a deep dive series into mom guilt—why it's so pervasive and what we can do about it. You can find the playlist with all of the episodes in the series here. JoAnn Crohn of No Guilt Mom is a parenting educator who helps moms feel confident in everything from raising empowered, self-sufficient kids to dropping the anxiety and g…

How can a step-parent gain the trust of her kids as she becomes part of their family? Cameron Normand, founder of Stepfamily Solutions, discusses her own experience as a stepmom and offers some helpful takeaways for navigating stepfamily dynamics. Cameron and Margaret discuss: The biggest misconception about stepfamily life Cameron's top piece of a…

Recently, I discussed with 4 mom friends the point of Mother’s Day. Spoiler Alert: We all had differing opinions and none of us do the same things on Mother’s Day. While some dislike its baggage and some of us loved a day of being treated like a queen, we did agree that moms could all use a lot more care and rest. You deserve more than 1 day out of…

Parents of teenagers - this episode is for YOU!! It’s time to be honest - fill in the blank: “I wish my teen would just _______________”. If you said something along the lines of ‘care’ or ‘stop playing video games’ or ‘get off their phone’ - you are not alone! Being the parent of a teenager can be a baffling, confusing, and unchartered experience;…

In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Mel Taveras, a seasoned expert in youth culture, mental health coaching, and parenting. Dr. Taveras shared valuable insights on how parents can guide their children through the complexities of today's youth culture, incorporating age-appropriate discussions and grounding them in God's truths…

This is a bonus episode of the No Guilt Mom Podcast where JoAnn and Brie share their thoughts on the recent commencement speech made by Harrison Butker at Benedictine College. See JoAnn's response on Instagram Join the No Guilt Mom Podcast Group on Facebook Check out our favorite deals from our fabulous sponsors here! Learn more about your ad choic…

Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! Today's episode is a little bit of a special episode, so in honor of the 50th episode, I'm going to talk about 12 ways that EMDR intensives have changed my life in the past year. So one for each month of the 12 months of the podcast. Topics covered: Higher monthly Income Invest…

When we explain to our partners and families that we need them to pitch in around the house, we sometimes hear back that the real problem is our too-high standards. That if we actually think "doing the laundry" means FOLDING the laundry, instead of leaving it in the dryer, that that is just too high a bar. Eve Rodsky, author of FAIR PLAY, suggests …

We just launched our first No Guilt Mom Podcast Group! And to celebrate, we're celebrating the No Guilt Mom Podcast all week with LIVE streaming of our podcast recordings with JoAnn, Brie and our expert guests, opening a our new Facebook community to connect our podcast audience, and hosting a HUGE giveaway with a grand prize worth over $6,000! You…

In case you didn’t know, the “one size fits all” approach to life is BS. Here’s what we mean: being productive, living minimally, embracing motherhood, and everything else we’re trying to do 24/7/365 looks different for everyone! Today, our podcast guest is talking all about finding ways to be successful in your life - ESPECIALLY at the start of th…

This month, we're doing a deep dive series into mom guilt—why it's so pervasive and what we can do about it. You can find the playlist with all of the episodes in the series here. Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, MD is a psychiatrist and author specializing in women's mental health. She is a frequent contributor to The New York Times and the founder of Gemma, t…

Are female friendships really more complicated than male friendships? Does that make our friendships more valuable? Danielle Bayard Jackson is a female friendship coach and educator on the science of women’s platonic connections. In her new book FIGHTING FOR OUR FRIENDSHIPS, Danielle explains what makes female friendship strong as well as tips for …

Scared of meeting new people? Does small talk give you hives? If you want to make new mom friends, but aren’t sure what to do next, let’s hang out on today’s episode! Until recently, parties where I didn’t know anyone were scarier than any snake, clown, or ghost. As someone who’s been painfully shy my whole life, I never knew what to say or how to …

The 90s were sick… like literally, sick. Here’s what we mean: the popular body type of the day was being Kate Moss skinny. If you missed the 90s or just weren’t old enough to remember Kate splashed across all the magazines, trust us, it was an unattainable look. While it’s easy to fall into feeling like we’ve come a long way since those days we wan…

In our recent episode of the 5-Minute Parenting podcast, we delved into the crucial topic of ADHD accommodations for students at different age levels. As a former teacher and parent of a child with ADHD, I know firsthand the importance of providing the right support for these students. 🔑 Key takeaways from the episode: - Accommodations for elementa…

This month, we take the Myers-Briggs personality test live on air—Margaret answers with her first instinct and Amy parses every question within an inch of its life. The results will and will not surprise you... Sign up for What Fresh Hell Plus on Supporting Cast to get all episodes ad-free, plus monthly bonus episodes. Supporting Cast works right w…

Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! Today's episode will discuss three common mistakes EMDR therapists make when they are switching to offering EMDR intensives in their practice. The first common mistake: keeping their fee the same as their hourly fee. Second: not telling their local referral network and their cu…

Is one morning of runny eggs and burnt toast really fair payback for 364 days of work? Does "Mother's Day" have to mean packing the kids for a two-hour drive to see your mom and/or mother-in-law? Why does Mother's Day often feel like it's more trouble than it's worth? Margaret and Amy discuss: Anna Jarvis and the rather tragic origins of Mother's D…

Remember the end of the movie Freaky Friday when Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan both have a better understanding of each other because they have literally walked in each other’s shoes? Or how about the movie Brave when Merida’s Mom finally GETS her daughter because she’s been able to parent differently? Shifting parent-child relationships are a…

This month, we're doing a deep dive series into mom guilt—why it's so pervasive and what we can do about it. You can find the playlist with all of the episodes in the series here. "Mom guilt" is shorthand for what we think are two pretty different things: the universal, low-grade feelings of inadequacy that our soccer snacks aren't as good as Monic…