Aligned Mommas Podcast

In this episode of the Aligned Mommas podcast, Nikki Trout and Samantha Capstick sit down with the Stacia Tiller. Usually the picture of confidence, Stacia opens up about the tough times she’s faced, including her daughter's medical journey, the heartbreaking loss of another daughter and some health issues that followed. Stacia also shares her experiences as a foster parent and the secondary traum...

Join hosts Samantha Capstick and Nikki Trout on this fun episode of the Aligned Mommas Podcast as they dive into the world of event and party planning. Samantha shares her invaluable tips and tricks that she has learned over the years, including lessons from her past mistakes, her biggest successes, and how she manages to stay on budget. Discover Samantha’s secret canned chili recipe, her clever g...

Join us as we unveil a POWERFUL testimony from Karen Homan, founder of Do Good Ministries , who shares a remarkable encounter where God spoke to her about building a sacred space for Him to meet people in the midst of their busy lives. Years ago, moved by the Holy Spirit's urging that traditional church attendance was declining, Karen received a divine directive to reach out to individuals where t...

Tune in for part 2 of this amazing marriage-inspiring podcast with marriage counselors Darick and Lori Ammons. In this continuation, they go even deeper into their top tips and advice for building a resilient, loving relationship. From overcoming challenges to fostering intimacy and understanding, their insights are sure to transform your perspective on marriage. And, as always, we remind you to j...

Ever wonder about the TOP 3 THINGS WOMEN NEED in a marriage for it to be successful? Well, you'll have to tune in to find out! Or better yet, invite your spouse to listen with you! Join Samantha Capstick and Nikki Trout in this AMAZING episode of the Aligned Mommas podcast titled "We Wish Someone Would Have Told Us." To celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary, marriage counselors Darick and Lori...

In this inspiring episode of the Aligned Mommas Podcast, hosts Samantha Capstick and Nikki Trout welcome the incredible Heather Bunch—author, podcaster, blogger, and life coach. Heather shares her powerful transformation from living in fear and insecurity to embracing her true identity in Christ, becoming a bold and confident speaker and business leader. Tune in to hear Heather's journey and disco...

Ever wonder what you'll wish you had done differently when the kids leave the nest? We took a poll in our Facebook community, and in this episode, we share what empty nesters wish they had done differently. From the little things they took for granted to the big moments they wish they'd embraced more, you'll hear invaluable advice for making the most of every parenting moment. Midway through, life...

Samantha Capstick and Nikki Trout sit down with Diako and Jasmin, a couple who’ve made the bold move from the comforts of the U.S. to minister in the Holy Land. Diako shares his unique journey growing up in Iran, offering a peek into his early life and faith. Jasmin, originally from Germany, tells her incredible backstory and how fate brought them together. They talk about their mission, their pas...

In this uplifting episode of The Aligned Mommas Podcast, hosts Nikki Trout and Samantha Capstick welcome Christy Boulware, a passionate advocate for mental health and author of a transformative book on overcoming anxiety - Nervous Breakthrough . Christy shares her powerful journey from a high-powered lifestyle that led to a severe panic and anxiety disorder, to finding peace and freedom through fa...

This week, Samantha Capstick and Nikki Trout are joined by bestselling author Gina Mundy, an attorney specializing in childbirth cases and author of "A Parent's Guide to a Safer Childbirth." Gina shares essential insights every parent needs to know for a healthy childbirth, tips to avoid common mistakes during labor and delivery, and why this crucial information is only now coming to light. Additi...

Join Samantha and Nikki for a lighthearted chat as they share their unique birth stories for each of their three kids. From the nuances of teen pregnancy to the differences between conventional and natural births, they reflect on their experiences with humor and honesty. They even share their best tips for preventing stretch marks! Whether you're expecting or just love hearing birth stories, this...

In this heartfelt episode, hosts Samantha and Nikki sit down with Tracie McNair to share the incredible story of her daughter, Chloe. Just weeks before her due date, Tracie and her husband received the devastating news that their first child might not survive beyond two weeks. Facing unimaginable odds, they clung to their faith, hope, and each other, as family and friends around the globe lifted t...

Join Samantha and Nikki as they welcome Zoe Riggs, a 20-year-old college student and entrepreneur behind Made New Jewelry With A Mission. Zoe shares her unique perspectives on success, rooted in her Christian faith, and offers valuable insights for parents navigating the challenges of raising stubborn teens. She also discusses the pros and cons of homeschooling, and what it's like to stand out in...

Samantha and Nikki had the pleasure of interviewing Jan Huckaba - a woman of so much elegance and wisdom! Join them for a heart-to-heart with Jan, a wonderful woman in her 70s who shares her incredible journey of trusting God, finding forgiveness, and supporting a son through addiction and recovery. Jan’s graceful and charming demeanor makes her stories resonate with listeners of all ages. She’s s...

In this follow-up to our heartfelt Episode 60, Samantha and Nikki continue their conversation with Jordan Miller, a dedicated mother of five whose life recently shifted towards missionary work. Raised in Missouri, Jordan's journey of faith led her from her nurturing roles in nursing and hospice care to a life-changing mission trip to Uganda. Now, she shares the incredible story of how this trip tr...

In Episode 60, Samantha and Nikki interview Jordan Miller, a devoted mother of five from America whose life recently took an unexpected turn towards missionary work. Jordan Miller was born and raised in Missouri and grew up going to church and playing in a blue-grass band. She married young and has since spent her efforts in nursing and hospice care loving and helping others. Oddly enough, however...

Join Samantha and Nikki as they continue their interview with Seth and Maddie Menne. You'll leave smiling, feeling inspired and encouraged to be more and do more while breath still remains in you! We are all called to a specific purpose and all are called to love others. Our hope is that next time you are tapped or feel the tug to say yes to God, that you say YES! Or, perhaps you don't know the Lo...

Join Samantha and Nikki as they interview Seth and Maddie Menne about their incredible mission ahead! Seth and Maddie made the courageous decision to leave behind their comfortable lives, careers, and local ministry to embark on a radical new adventure. The past few years they began refurbishing a bus and soon they will be hitting the road to spread hope and kindness to the homeless and the forgot...

Dive into the insightful world of marriage counseling with Chez and Charity Barbosa on our latest episode!  With two decades of experience, they unpack the profound impact of unhealed childhood trauma on marriages. Delve into the major struggles couples face, and get expert tips and strategies to nurture a healthy, thriving marriage. Whether you're navigating rough waters or seeking to enhanc...

Some people are silent heroes - meet Cheri Winchester. Cheri joins the podcast with Samantha and Nikki to share all about her heart for youth in Lincoln County, Missouri. Cheri is a wife and a mother of two. It was her position at a local community resource board that led to her discovering some harsh realities about child homelessness in the area, which broke her heart and inspired her to take ac...

From a what appeared to be a normal outwardly appearance, to a crippling burden kept in secret, Tiffany joins Samantha and Nikki to bravely share how she overcame anxiety and agoraphobia. Tiffany struggled with anxiety for as long as she could remember, but it wasn't until her 20s that panic attacks and crippling fear seized her every day life. As a wife and mother of two, Tiffany bravely faced ea...

So many women are going through really, REALLY tough things! While we haven't yet covered all topics and scenarios for what today's women face via The Aligned Mommas Podcast , we continue to bring up topics we feel are worthy of discussion. For this podcast, Samantha and Nikki share anonymous Facebook posts from women asking for advice on a full range of topics such as, adultery, disciplining chil...

Ladies, many of you know that Samantha and Nikki are soooooo busy with their women's community and mission, so in order to keep everything afloat, and to go against the status quo a bit, they decided to try and record podcasts FROM THE ROAD! Yes, you read that right! They figured it would be fun, and different, to bring you - their amazing lady listeners - with them to get to know them better, mor...

Listen in as Samantha shares her testimony of faith - from Jehovah Witness to finding Christianity. Be sure to join the Aligned Mommas Community Facebook group to connect with us and other mommas just like YOU! Facebook: Aligned Mommas Community YouTube: Aligned Mommas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We asked our private Facebook community group, Aligned Mommas Community, for feedback and advice from empty nesters about raising teens - and you wouldn't believe the responses! Since this post was such a hit, and the advice was so sound, Samantha and Nikki decided to share these lady's best tips on raising teens! If you are in the raising-teens era, don't despair, have a listen and equip yourself...