Catholic Mom Calm

I'm going to say something that might be controversial: sometimes Catholics can be really negative. Between the culture wars, doom-scrolling Catholic social media, and focusing so heavily on suffering that we forget about resurrection — it can start to feel like joy got left out of the equation entirely. In this episode, I explore a question I think we need to ask honestly. We talk about: * Why Ca...

You're scrolling through photos of other families' beach vacations, summer camps, and picture-perfect backyard barbecues — while you're sweating through another day at home wondering if your kids are watching too much TV. Summer jealousy is real. And it can ruin an otherwise perfectly good season. In this episode, I tackle comparison head-on — especially during the months when everyone else's life...

Summer freedom sounds amazing — until you're actually living it. No routine. Constant togetherness. Endless "I'm bored." And the pressure to create magical memories while also not losing your mind. This is one of my most-loved episodes, and it's back because every Catholic mom needs to hear it when June rolls around. In this episode, I talk honestly about why so many moms have a complicated relati...

Family vacation: the two words that promise relaxation but deliver chaos. Sunscreen battles. Car meltdowns. The hotel room that's way too small. And somehow you come home more tired than when you left. This best-of episode is real talk about what vacationing with kids actually looks like — and how to enjoy the trip anyway. In this episode, I share practical wisdom for keeping your peace on the roa...

Anxiety is one of the biggest struggles Catholic moms face — and most of us don't even realize how much it's running our lives. In this best-of interview, I sit down with Coach Christina Brown to dive deep into practical strategies for managing anxiety as a Catholic mom. We talk about: * How anxiety actually works in your brain (and why knowing this helps) * Why moms are especially vulnerable to a...

Have you ever wondered what coaching actually is — and whether it could change your experience of motherhood? Not therapy. Not advice from a friend. Not another book or podcast. Real, personalized coaching that helps you see your blind spots, break through your stuck points, and build the life you actually want. In this episode, I explain exactly what breakthrough coaching is and how it works. We...

Before you can pour into your kids, your marriage, or your prayer life, you need to feel safe and loved yourself. And so many Catholic moms aren't. They're running on empty. They're giving from a cup that was never filled. They're exhausted not because they're weak, but because their own needs haven't been met in a very long time. In this episode, I talk about what it actually means to feel safe a...

Summer is here — and if you're not careful, it'll be over before you blink. But setting summer goals as a mom is tricky. You can't exactly plan your days the way you did before kids. And if your goals are too ambitious, they just become another source of guilt. In this episode, I share a simple goal-setting framework designed specifically for busy Catholic moms who want an intentional summer witho...

We got a pet! And because you all are basically family at this point, I wanted to share the whole story. This is one of those episodes where I just pull up a chair, grab some coffee, and tell you what's going on in our world. No big lesson today — just real life. In this episode, I share a fun behind-the-scenes update about our new family member. We talk about: * The decision-making process (and h...

Let's be honest — summer is complicated for moms. On one hand: no school schedule, more time together, sunshine, and freedom. On the other: no routine, constant togetherness, endless needs, and the pressure to make it all magical. In this episode, I get real about why so many Catholic moms have a love/hate relationship with summer. We talk about: * Why the "summer should be fun" expectation sets m...

There's a massive difference between growing from a place of wholeness and trying to fix yourself from a place of brokenness — and most Catholic moms don't realize they're doing the latter. You read the books. You listen to the podcasts. You set the goals. But nothing sticks because you're trying to build on a cracked foundation. In this episode, I explain why self-help without healing actually ma...

Your kids are begging for a pet. Your husband has opinions. And you're the one who knows — deep down — that you'll end up doing all the work. So should you say yes? This episode helps you think it through honestly — no guilt trips, no pressure, just real mom wisdom. In this episode, I walk you through the questions to ask before making this decision. We talk about: * The honest pros and cons of ge...

May is the month that breaks moms. End-of-year school events. First Communions. Recitals. Graduations. Teacher gifts. Sports banquets. And the looming reality that in a few weeks, everyone will be home. All day. Every day. All summer. In this episode, I give you a survival guide for making it through the rest of May with your sanity — and your faith — intact. We talk about: * Why May is objectivel...

Your body might be resting, but your brain never stops. You replay conversations. You worry about decisions you already made. You mentally rehearse worst-case scenarios all day long. And by the time your head hits the pillow, you're more exhausted than when you woke up — not from what you did, but from what you thought about. In this episode, I teach you how to break the overthinking cycle. We tal...

You know you're on your phone too much. I know it too — because I've been there. The mindless scrolling. The checking and rechecking. The feeling of being somewhere else while your kids are right in front of you. And the guilt that comes after every spiral. In this episode, I tackle the elephant in every Catholic mom's living room. We talk about: * Why we reach for our phones (it's not just boredo...

Being a Catholic mom with ADHD comes with challenges that most parenting advice — and most Catholic advice — doesn't address. You're not lazy. You're not undisciplined. Your brain just works differently. And finding strategies that actually fit your wiring instead of fighting it can change everything. In this episode, I speak directly to neurodivergent Catholic moms. We talk about: * What ADHD act...

I have an invitation for you this Holy Week — and it might feel uncomfortable, but I promise it's worth it. Put down the phone. Close the laptop. Step into the holiest week of the liturgical year fully present. No scrolling. No news. No noise. Just you and Jesus walking toward Easter. In this episode, I explain why a media fast during Holy Week can transform everything. We talk about: * Why the co...

Can you be a good Catholic mom and work outside the home? It's one of the most loaded questions in Catholic motherhood — and there's no shortage of opinions. But if you're a working mom, you already know the unique guilt, the logistics, and the quiet questioning that comes with it. In this episode, I tackle this topic with honesty, compassion, and zero judgment. We talk about: * Why working Cathol...

Nobody talks about this, but I will — bad PMS symptoms can wreck your motherhood, your marriage, and your mental health for days every single month. The mood swings. The rage. The crying over nothing. The physical pain that makes you want to curl up on the couch while four kids need you. It's real, it's hard, and you deserve to talk about it. In this episode, I address the physical and emotional t...

Have you ever had a terrible infestation? It's an awful experience. I talk about the steps we have to take when this happens so we don't lose hope that things will be normal again.

It is a great gift of women to sense other's emotions and to hold their hearts. But when we do this too deeply and carry it away with us, it drains us and isn't helpful at all. Let's talk about it. Check out our free lenten resources for Catholic Moms!

Is your life super hard and making it harder for Lent sounds impossible? Don't worry! I've got a simple way you can grow closer to the Lord this Lenten season without adding more pain.

It's Ash Wednesday! What are you doing for Lent? Here are some really helpful ways to think about how we can grow closer to Christ in this time!

One of the reasons we feel crazy as modern moms is because we are often asked to be in two places at once - present with our kids but also planning for the future. Are you already thinking about summer? Let's talk about how we can manage this modern challenge well! Join us for our Lenten Declutter Challenge!

Are you in a season of exhaustion? I didn't get much sleep the other night and it brought back all those post-baby sleepless months. Let's talk about how to coach yourself through that!