Moms Unscripted

We talk with the incredible Laura Tremaine about friendship. We often create stories inside our heads and put barriers up for protection. Laura gives us practical tools to make friendship enjoyable and easy. SHOW NOTES: For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org .  Find a MOPS group: https://www.mops.org/groupsearch/index.php Start a MOPS group: https://www.mops.org/start-a-...

Our guest for this episode is not really a guest, but a dear friend of ours, Leeana Tankersley. We talk about the deep disappointment that can happen in our lives. How do you get to the other side? What does it mean to find your person? Should you learn Jiu Jitsu? SHOW NOTES:   For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org .  Resources mentioned in the introduction: Newly relea...

WE ARE BACK with Season 2 of Moms Unscripted! We couldn't think of a better guest than Annie F. Downs to start off this new season. How does she break through walls and continue to grow? How can we pray with power and honesty? Who is the other Annie Downs that disrupts her Instagram feed with perfectly made quilts? SHOW NOTES   Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International...

We talked with Alli Worthington about her process for learning, tricks to better yourself, and what is her go to snack! We also take some time to talk about MOMcon. It is our annual mom event that we are hosting in Nashville this year. Get your ticket today at www.mops.org/momcon Follow Alli on social: Website : https://alliworthington.com Instagram : @alliworthington Find a MOPS group : www. Mops...

Often times motherhood and creativity feel at odds with one another. We talk with Lindsay Letters about letting go of trying to be the perfect mom and how an accident changed her life forever. Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International.  Guest: Lindsay Sherbondy of Lindsay Letters   www.lindsayletters.co   Instagram: @lindsayletters.co  Facebook: @LindsayLetters  Pinterest:...

Heather Avis, a mother of three, and an advocate for shifting the narrative around disabilities. In her work, Heather inspires and encourages us to reconsider our assumptions when it comes to the entire spectrum of ability.   SHOW NOTES   Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International.  Guest: Heather Avis Follow Heather on social: www.heatheravis.com Instagram: @theluckyfewoffi...

What does love look like when your neighbor looks different than you? We brought in special guest Sharifa Stevens to help us navigate this conversation. How do we change the narrative in our family? What does "ally-ship" look like for moms of different colors? Why do women have the power to change it all? Show Notes: Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International.  Ope...

Too often, moms spend their time figuring out how to save more money. We are talking with Crystal Paine about ways women can make more money. It is a small mindset shift that has significant impact. Show Notes: For more information about MOPS, International, go to www.mops.org .  Links mentioned in the introduction: We Should All Be Millionaires: A Woman’s Guide to Earning More, Building Wealth, a...

As we close out May, Mental Health Awareness Month, we welcome psychologist Dr. Hillary L. McBride to the show to talk about the connection between social media and our mental health. Her expertise, research, and practical ideas create a rich conversation about how we can approach and talk with our kids about social media. Show Notes: Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, Internation...

Everyone carries trauma into their marriage. It creates walls and feelings that appear irrational. We are talking with licensed therapist, Elaine Hamilton, about how we can identify our trauma and work through it. Show Notes: Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International.  Opening story about elephant mentioned by Mandy in introduction is from Do Hard Things by Alex and Brett H...

How do you create dinner for eternity? What book is Mandy wanting to write? You asked and we answered. The journey is sweeter when you know the person next to you. Send us your questions at 303-733-5353 ext.2888 Buy the book, Hope Anyway by Leeana Tankersley on Amazon .

Women have reported that their alcohol drinking has significantly increased since the pandemic. We are talking about a sensitive topic that is getting more and more attention in the past year. We are not talking about if drinking is good or bad, but the situation so many moms have found theirselves in recently with the increase exposure of Mommy Wine Culture. Emily Paulson from @SoberMomSquad is j...

We brought our moms on the show for Mother's Day! How did you survive motherhood as a single mom? How did you give us something you never had? Is it even worth it? We dive in deep with our moms and learn what a legacy of love looks like. 

Are you confident with your body after having children? A whopping 72% told us you're not. Join us as we chat with Desiree Fortin (@theperfectmom) on how we can stop bullying ourselves, create intimacy, and learn to love our own bodies well. Follow Desiree on Instagram or check out her blog here . 

Have you grown farther apart from your friends during the pandemic? Have you felt more alone than ever? According to our poll, 68% of moms say that's the case. In this episode, we talk about navigating friendships and what it means to be a best friend in this past year. 

You are doing everything you can think of and he doesn't seem to care. Join us as we dive into discussing the five love languages for adults and kids with bestselling author, Dr. Gary Chapman. 

In this inaugural episode, Mandy, Janella, Khloe, and Leeana introduce their paths to motherhood. They include the unique circumstances that helped them become the moms they are today while still sharing common experiences. Matt also shares his wisdom and perspective as a second-time dad. Listen for some serious fun as we set the tone for the season, where no topic is off-limits.