Carl Her Mommy Motherhood As We Know It

In this episode Carlie interviews Clinical Psychologist Dr. Nikki Pensak about all things motherhood: mom guilt, mental health, marriage after kids & more. If you enjoy the episode be sure to check out Dr. Nikki's new book Rattled that elaborates on this conversation and so much more.  Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy this episode please rate/review/subscribe & share with a mama who c...

Making friends is one thing, keeping friends is a whole other thing -- in this solo episode Carlie dives into her history with female friendships, how it impacts her as an adult, the best parts of friendship and the hardest parts of friendship for her today. This episode was inspired by one on Avery Woods podcast Cheers so be sure to check that episode out too!    Thank you so much for listening!...

In Part 2 of an anxiety series with Barb Shepard (LMHC) Carlie asks Barb all sorts of questions about walking our children through tough moments or experiences. We cover 1) what are the signs of anxiety in children 2) how can we avoid "making" our kids anxious with our own words or actions 3) how to we hold space to move through big emotions with our kids 4) reparenting 5) when to seek support for...

In this can't miss episode Carlie sits down with LMHC Barb Shepard and they dive in to all things Anxiety, OCD, & Intrusive Thoughts. Barb covers what it is, how we can manage it, when we know its an issue, and offers so much insight into how "normal" it is to have crazy thoughts and how free-ing it is not to be controlled by them. STAY TUNED: This conversation was so jam packed with helpful infor...

In this solo episode Carlie talks about entering a new season of motherhood that is unlike any she has experienced yet. It's an episode straight from the thick of it with reflections on how each chapter of parenting is so different and new and can leave you feeling as clueless as you did the day your baby was born. 

This episode Carlie dives into the world of content creation, the things she has learned over the last 2 years, tips and tricks, how to get brand deals, how monetization works, and where you might start in you want to dive into the world of content creation as a side hustle.   Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy this episode please rate/review/subscribe & share with a mama who could bene...

Inspired by a recent TikTok trend, in this solo episode Carlie shares a bit about her past and some of the pivotal moments that shaped her into the person she is today and how she sees the world. Stay tuned for a part 2 where she dives into how this has not only impacted her life view, but how she parents and what she hopes for for her own children.    Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy...

GIRL TALK SERIES: Welcome back for another girl talk epsiode. This week Carlie does a deep dive into her experience with PMS, blood testing to get to the root cause of her issues, and how treating them has completely changed her life. If you have ever struggled with hormonal imbalance or mom rage this is a must listen.    Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy this episode please rate/revie...

In this super exciting episode Carlie shares about a project she has been working on behind the scenes for years now -- the opening of Mothers & Friends Shop! She also touches on life updates & new years resolutions.    Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy this episode please rate/review/subscribe & share with a mama who could benefit from this discussion. Follow along for more relatable...

This episode we have guest Haley Roos from @redefinedmamma who shares about her journey with motherhood. We cover everything from big transitions, weaning insomnia, advocating for your mental health, parenting extra sensitive children, and so much more!  Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy this episode please rate/review/subscribe & share with a mama who could benefit from this discussio...

This episode Carlie dives into listener Q&As covering everything from parenting, to marriage, to social media and a bunch in between.    Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy this episode please rate/review/subscribe & share with a mama who could benefit from this discussion. Follow along for more relatable mom content on Instagram/TikTok @CarlHerMommy and tune in for Mom Poll Mondays ever...

Episode 2 of the "Girl Talk" series is here! In this solo episode Carlie shares some of the things she and William do to keep their marriage thriving even after kids. Stay tuned for a part 2 of chatting about marriage after kids where we will be joined by a marriage therapist!    Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy this episode please rate/review/subscribe & share with a mama who could b...

In this solo episode Carlie dives into a current parenting struggle: comparing herself to the moms at church who's kids are perfectly well behaved. She also chats about the things she is doing to lean into the winter season and romanticize slowing down and staying inside. Carlie shares the tips she is implementing to mindset shift and take whats usually the hardest time of year for her and make it...

This solo episode Carlie dives into the beauty, but also stress of the holiday season and her recent experience of mom burnout and what helped pull her out of it. This episode is raw, vulnerable, and straight from the thick of it.  Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy this episode please rate/review/subscribe & share with a mama who could benefit from this discussion. Follow along for mor...

This week we have guest Dr. Kayla Borchers who is a physical therapist specializing in pre & postnatal care. She is sharing incredible insights about everything from prepping for birth (how to lower your risk of a tear, relieve pevlic pressure, & push effectively) to what will help you have a smooth recovery postpartum and beyond. She also explains some common causes of pain during intercourse and...

In one of the most highly anticpated episodes Carlie sits down with her husband, William, to share all about intermittent fasting according to your cycle. We discuss: -the benefits of fasting -getting the root cause of women's health issues -bust myths -discuss who could benefit from fasting and who should avoid it and so much more! As a reminder, nothing discussed in this episode is medical advic...

In this solo episode Carlie dives into a wild story about how God (& two lovely ladies) have helped her solve some issues surround the big move to Louisville. She also chats about how easy it is to slip into old patterns or habits with our kids and about creating the Christmas magic this year.    For self-care that is so easy, helps improve your health, and supports this podcast try AG1 at www.dri...

Part 1 Of A New Series: GIRL TALK! Where we dive into the topics we only talk about with our closest girlfriends. The juicy, raw, real, and personal stuff and there is no better place to start than diving into period talk with Sammy and Gracie from @SupportingChaos. We chat about getting our first periods, not knowing what birth control does to our bodies, tracking our cycles and more!   Thank you...

This weeks episode Carlie deep dives into doing hard things. She shares about how she really struggles with mental blocks around certain tasks and how tackling them head on has been so rewarding. From her holistic dental health journey to drastically cutting back on screentime for her kids this episode covers a lot of ground.    Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy this episode please rat...

This episode Carlie dives into the TikTok comment drama that started a whole conversation around hurtful things people have said to both stay at home and working moms about their choice to be in or out of the home. The experience of being "shamed" for either choice is shared and there is so much harm that comes from these labels or assumptions. Carlie dives into some of the crazy things people hav...

This episode we are joined by guest Nicole Gaucher who shares with us what Human Design is, where to start, and how you can apply it to your own life to make parenting a little bit easier. Nicole shares the power of learning your type, feeling seen, having a better appreciation for your own energy levels and most importantly how to take that knowledge to better fill your own cup. She also dives in...

This episode Carlie shares the exciting new that her husband matched for a 2 year surgical fellowship and they have a new adventure ahead of them! She gives her candid real time thoughts and feelings about the highs and lows of this news & how major change can be bittersweet.  Apologies for the sound quality of this episode we will be back to usual quality next week! Thank you so much for listenin...

This solo episode Carlie does a deep dive into the emotions of not feeling like a "fun" mom and how hard it is to tackle it all and then bring the silly goofy energy her kids are craving. This episode is a candid glimpse into the heart of a mom in the thick of it.  Thank you so much for listening! If you enjoy this episode please rate/review/subscribe & share with a mama who could benefit from thi...

This episode we are joined by guest Jessica of @thefitlifewithjess who shares her secrets to to living a healthier life while also taking the easiest path to get there. She spills the secrets of effective planning and how it can save you from wasted time and added decision fatigue. She also keeps it real chatting about meal time pain points she has been through and how you can figure out what work...

This week Carlie brings you up to speed on life and talks about the struggles of being sick while having kids. She also shares her thoughts about isolation & community, how hard it can be to just sit in silence, and the age old question of how the heck do working moms juggle it all? This episode is a raw and relatable glimpse into the life of stay at home mom whos week has gone waywire thanks to b...