All the Mom Things Podcast

We're pretty sure we can all agree that as moms — well as humans for that matter — we like to see RESULTS. We forget that motherhood is more like a marathon … a long haul race. So today we're going to talk about not just behavioral change, but the real, true heart change we'd like to see in the lives of our kids. Thanks for taking the time to listen in and join in the conversation!

In this episode at the start of the year, we're talking about list-making! The two of us LOVE lists. So if you want some ideas of how to track your life and make lists that bring life instead of shame and guilt, this episode is for you, friend!  

Being a critic comes much easier for most of us than taking the time and the discipline to sift through hard things and find the good. Because it's easy to see the negative, right? So as we come to the end of 2020, we thought we'd assemble our own list (not a complete list), but start a list of good things that would encourage our hearts and hopefully encourage yours as well. Happy listening, dear...

This month we're talking about contentment with a side of gratitude thrown in along with a discussion about what we do when we need to make some changes because things just aren't right… and we're discontent for a reason.  We also want to acknowledge that this year, this election season, and this pandemic has left our emotions heightened… so please know that we recognize this as we discuss this to...

Change seems inevitable, doesn't it? Seasons change. Weather changes. Our children grow and change. And as busy mamas, our schedules seem to be constantly shifting and changing. Like the saying goes, "The only thing that is constant is change." As hard as we try, we cannot plan out and predict the outcome for every single thing in life. But we can choose how we respond to it. So that's what we're...

It seems like there's a lot of talk lately about moms needing ways to pause and breathe through tension, anxiety, tough situations or burn out... a need for respite and peace.  So we want this episode — Relief From the Anxiety of Right Now , to help us all take a deep breath and relax all the tension that's been building up in our lives… we'd also like to provide you with a few tools we use oursel...

Today we're talking about sanctification. Not a stay-cation. Glorification. Or personification. But the work God is doing in us and through us to make us more like His Son. Which brings us to the question, what does sanctified mothering look like? Well you're in luck—because that's exactly what we're talking about today. We'd love for you to come join in the conversation.

This month, we're talking about learning to live selflessly.  The word selfless is sort of a tongue-twister… but it simply means the opposite of selfish.  Merriam Webster defines it as   "having no concern for self." That definition may send up some major red flags for us because if we're in a healthy space, we know we do need to think about ourselves if we want to be a thriving person who takes c...

We often think of surrender like putting up a white flag and giving up. That a posture of surrender somehow looks more like laziness ... or weakness. But what about surrender in motherhood? What does that look like? Or what  should  it look like? And how about all those things that get in the way of living a surrendered life? I mean, come on. There's tons of things we are juggling as moms. If we s...

Every single one of us is waiting for something. You might even have a huge list of things you're praying and hoping for at this very moment. What should we do in these times of waiting and what do we do with our thoughts while we wait? We'll discuss this and more in today's episode. It's one you're not going to want to miss as it provides some help and hope for us all in this area.

Who would have thought that 2020 would be such a memorable year, where we would talk about things like quarantines and social distancing. We may not have chosen this pandemic, but we can choose how we respond to it. Because in spite of the craziness, Jesus is still on the throne. And thankfully He can see the big picture even when we cannot. So let's talk about it. The struggles. The joys. The les...

Have you ever put too much focus on your children's obedience? Are there must-haves in your mom life that you're demanding without giving much thought to how it's affecting you and your family? What are your actual goals in parenting? Join the conversation today as we talk about this challenging topic and gain some hope and help as we do. 

What is it about this time of year that makes us want to hole up in our homes and stay put in our comfy sweatshirts and fuzzy slippers? Well today we're going to resist the urge to burrow, and instead, invite others into the warmth alongside us. So go grab a soothing cup of something and join us for this welcoming and gut-honest conversation about friendship and practical ways we strengthen our re...

Sometimes what we really need as a woman and as a mom, is a new perspective. We don't necessarily need new routines or new habits in the new year, no — it's our pattern of thought that needs the most help. In this episode, we'll discuss the ways our different life experiences have shaped our perspective, and how our perspectives need a change. Listen in.   

In today's episode, we're talking about all things Christmas. From traditions and tips on how  not  to become a royal stress case during the holidays, to beloved Christmas songs and favorite foods. And guess what? This episode features a  very special guest . So get ready for some incredible heart-stirring conversation.

As we wrap up this 10-episode series on All the Mom Things , we want to end with these words: Well-lived moments stacked upon well-lived moments accumulate into a well-lived life. And this is especially true in our life as moms. Listen in this month, as we talk about choosing to be the mom we'd like to be from this moment on and living our mom life with no regrets.     

On today's episode, we're going to chat about who we really want to be. Not the tired, cranky mom who loses her junk on her kids on a regular basis. But the woman who is confident in who she is in Christ, and who she is as a mom.    Because it's never too late to be the person you meant to be all along.

It's not just our children who struggle with only wanting to do the things they like or desire. We struggle with this too.  In this episode, we discuss procrastination and the ways, at times, we lean toward avoiding the things that feel too hard. Will distraction and avoidance win out this time?   Listen in. 

Regardless of your stage and season of motherhood, we're pretty sure we can all agree that we want to love and serve our families well. And more importantly, we want to urge our people Godward while growing in our own walk with the Lord. We also want our families to know they are welcome in our lives.    Just sometimes we're not sure how to do that. Especially in the midst of stress, mess, and eve...

Sometimes, life gets hard. Really hard. What do we do then? Is hardship and devastation a distraction in our lives? Or is it something else? And how do we handle everyday stress?  Let's discuss this and more on today's episode.

Today we're talking about not-yets and daydreams . What do we do with our situations when they don't measure up to our expectations? How do we react? And what does the song London Bridge is Falling Down have to do with any of it?! Listen in as we chat through delays and desires, and seeing God's hand in through it all.

What and who will get the best of us? Our days and our calendars are jam-packed, filled to overflowing with all the things. How do we choose what we should do today, let alone tomorrow? What activities should we be involved in? Who should get our best efforts? If these questions are overwhelming your heart today, let us whisper a bit of hope into your ear:   Motherhood is busy, but it doesn't have...

What is most important to me? And why do I have a hard time keeping my focus on those things? Why is it so enticing to choose lesser things instead of lasting things? If you're asking yourself some of these same questions, you're in the right place. Listen in. We're so glad you're here!

Today we're talking about all those good things we  could  be involved in, and how sometimes we choose wrong times to be involved in them. Why am I so worn out all the time? How do I help people and serve God without crashing? If you're asking yourself these questions, then you're in the right place.  Listen in.

Do you know a mom who is feeling a bit (or a whole bunch) overwhelmed in her current mothering season? Maybe that someone is a close friend. Or a neighbor. Or maybe that someone is you. If so, you're not alone. We all go through times where life just feels like too much. There's too much to do, too many needs to attend to, and too many tabs open in the brain. So what are we going to do about it? L...