Empowered Puberty for Girl Moms

Today’s episode is a little different—and one of my favorites. Aria just wrapped up 6th grade, and I wanted to capture this moment before life keeps moving. We sat down for a fun, honest conversation about middle school, growing up, puberty, what’s surprised her most, and the things she’s looking forward to as she heads into 7th grade. We also ended with a rapid-fire round that had us both laughin...

When most moms think about puberty, we think about periods, bras, hormones, deodorant, and all the practical conversations that come with raising a growing girl. But lately, I’ve been asking myself a deeper question: Why does this season matter so much? And what I’ve realized is that puberty isn’t really about puberty at all. It’s about identity. It’s about influence. It’s about connection. It’s a...

I think sometimes we assume puberty preparation starts around age 9 or 10… but honestly, the foundation starts so much earlier than that. Long before periods and bras and deodorant, our girls are already learning messages about their bodies, womanhood, and growing up. In today’s episode, we’re talking about simple, everyday ways we can help little girls grow up feeling safe, connected, confident,...

I don’t want a perfect summer. I want a connected one. And I’m guessing you’re feeling similar. This episode feels a little like sitting down for coffee together and just being real about what we want our summer to look like. Because if you’re anything like me, there’s always this tension between wanting summer to feel magical and memorable… while also needing to work, keep the house functioning,...

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by how much your body (or your daughter’s body) seems to change… this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale. Because somewhere along the way, we were sold the lie that women’s bodies are supposed to stay the same. Same energy. Same mood. Same body. Same version of ourselves. And any change? It’s treated like a problem. Or a weakness. But that’s not how we were...

If you’re raising a daughter… this episode matters more than you think. Because you’re not just raising a girl. You’re raising an Ezer . (Keep reading!) And most of us were never actually taught what that means. In this birthday reflection episode, I’m sharing what God has been showing me about burnout, identity, purpose, and His true design for women—and how it’s completely shifting the way I thi...

I had to apologize to my 11-year-old the other day… for a reason I absolutely didn't see coming. It wasn’t because she was upset. It wasn’t because something big blew up. It was a quiet moment...one of those hindsight realizations that stops you in your tracks as a mom and makes you think, wait- something just shifted. In this episode, I’m sharing the moment I realized we’ve entered a new season i...

There’s a quiet fear so many moms carry into motherhood… What if my daughter struggles with the same things I did? In today’s episode, we’re talking about that fear honestly, and more importantly, what you can actually do about it. Because the goal isn’t to be perfect. It’s to become aware, intentional, and supported in a way most of us never were. Here’s the power in today’s episode: • Why your p...

Ever wonder what a real morning looks like in a house with a little one and a tween? Spoiler alert: it’s not perfect. It’s messy, beautiful, sometimes chaotic… and full of grace. In today’s episode, I’m giving you a peek into our actual school-day mornings—how we get out the door, how I show up as a mom, and what actually helps our mornings feel connected and calm. No “Pinterest-perfect” routines...

If it feels like your daughter’s emotions have entered the group chat… and brought chaos with them—this episode is for you. One minute she’s fine. The next minute she’s overwhelmed. And somehow, without trying, you’re riding the roller coaster right alongside her. Emotional changes during puberty are real. They’re intense. They can feel unpredictable. And most of us were never actually taught what...

Okay, real talk. Cycle charting is one of my favorite things to talk about. Like… I light up. I could go on forever. And sometimes? That’s the problem. When you live and breathe something the way I do, you can accidentally skip over the very questions most moms are quietly wondering. That’s why this conversation meant so much to me. Kaase Levell, podcast host of FR Let’s Talk and founder of Litera...

If you’ve ever felt like body confidence is almost within reach... but somehow always slips away — this episode is for you. Today’s conversation is honest, practical, and deeply freeing. We’re talking about why so many women keep starting over with their health and fitness… and the one missing piece that almost no one in the fitness industry is talking about. This isn’t about another plan, more di...

Have you ever carried that quiet, nagging belief that something about your body is… wrong? Maybe it shows up when your energy dips. When your jeans fit differently. When your cycle feels inconvenient. When your emotions feel “too much.” And maybe (without even realizing it) that belief is shaping the way your daughter learns to see her body, too. In today’s episode, I’m opening up about the powerf...

So today I’m opening up about something I’ve historically kept pretty private: my own journey with my body. Not because it’s easy to talk about. Not because I’ve done it perfectly. But because I’m raising daughters. And the longer I’m a mom—and the more women I walk alongside—the more I realize just how powerful our example really is. Not just what we say about our bodies… but how we treat them. T...

This episode marks the one-year anniversary of the Empowered Puberty for Girl Moms podcast, and to celebrate, we did something a little different. My best friend Brittany Baker had the idea to turn the tables and interview me... and what unfolded was a very real, behind-the-scenes conversation that felt more like best friends talking than a formal podcast interview. For the first time, I share the...

Early puberty is everywhere on social media right now, and honestly? It’s got me a little riled up. A lot of what’s being shared is confusing at best, and fear-based, shaming, or flat-out inaccurate at worst. And moms are left trying to sort through it all while wondering what it means for THEIR daughter. In this milestone Episode 50 of the Empowered Puberty for Girl Moms (!!!), I’m finally diving...

If you’re anything like me, you love goals…but you’ve also learned the hard way that goals don’t magically happen just because we write them down. (Dangit) The real change... the lasting, sustainable, life-giving change... comes from the ACTIONS we build throughout the entire year. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the exact process I use to prepare for a new year as a busy mom who does...

This episode is a heartfelt Christmas letter for the mom who’s holding a lot right now - emotionally, mentally, or quietly in her heart. Inspired by a simple jar of Grey Poupon on my counter, I’m sharing comfort, encouragement, and a reminder that Jesus meets us in the small, ordinary moments. If you need gentleness, connection, or a deep breath this season… this letter is for you. EMPOWERED RESOU...

Have you ever wondered what it’s really like for your husband to raise girls? Or how a dad thinks, feels, or worries about his daughters? In today’s episode, I sit down with my husband, Shaun, for a heartfelt “ask the girl dad” conversation. It's a really special and candid conversation I hope you find insightful and entertaining. We laugh. We (I) cry. And we definitely have a lot of fun. Here...

Ever wonder what really goes on in your tween’s head when she’s stressed or overwhelmed? Or how to actually help her without making it worse? I sat down with my 11-year-old daughter, Aria, to hear straight from her what stress feels like, what she wants from me as her mom, and how she handles big feelings. This episode is real, relatable, and full of insight straight from a tween’s perspective. He...

Moms, does the holiday season have you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or like the literal Grinch? The mental load is real... and it often falls on us. But here’s the thing: how we show up during this season matters. Our girls are watching. They notice whether we’re stressed and frazzled or present and grounded. Modeling joy, energy, and calm during the holidays is one of the most powerful gifts we...

Do you ever wonder who and what is really shaping your daughter’s confidence, character, and faith every day? In this episode, we break down the role models and influencers that impact her life. And yes, we're talking about social media and celebrities, but also her friend group, teachers, and church family. We talk about how you, as her mom, can guide her in navigating these influences with a...

Have you ever found yourself in that tricky spot as a mom, wondering how to guide your daughter through decisions about her health- especially when it comes to birth control? It can feel overwhelming, confusing, and sometimes even a little scary. In today’s episode, I sit down with Tianna Trinidad to dive deep into how moms and daughters can approach birth control with confidence, curiosity, and e...

Remember when “dating” meant passing notes and using the family landline? Yeah... those days are gone. Today’s girls are navigating crushes, relationships, and validation in an entirely different world- one that moves at the speed of a Snapchat streak. In this episode, I sit down with Kaase Levell, host of the podcast FR, Let’s Talk: Real Talk + Biblical Truth for Christian Teen Girls, to unpack w...

“Mama, why do you wear makeup?” That simple question from my sweet girl spiraled me into one of the most powerful realizations I’ve had as a mom raising daughters in today’s beauty-obsessed culture. Our girls are always watching. They’re learning not just what we do- but WHY we do it. And that’s why, in this episode, I’m sharing the two key questions every mom should ask before making choices arou...