Habits of a Mother

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Betsey shares her June habit review—an honest look at what worked and what didn’t as a mom, wife, and woman walking with Jesus. From navigating holiday expectations to deepening her marriage through intentional habits and prayer, Betsey opens up about real-life rhythms, parenting insights, and how food choices affected her energy and focus. This monthly reflection...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m sharing the simple but powerful prayer that completely reshaped how I moved through a hard few weeks of waiting: “Lord, help my desires align with Your own.” What started as a quiet plea in the middle of stress and uncertainty turned into a heart-level shift I didn’t expect. If you’ve ever wrestled with resistance, fear, or frustration in your season of mother...

Send us Fan Mail The voices you follow shape your mindset. In this episode, we explore two sneaky culprits stealing your peace online—and how to form the habit of curating your digital space with intention and faith. Follow along on Instagram for all the pregnancy and postpartum advice! Check out Dr. Betsey's online courses .

Send us Fan Mail In this reflective episode, I’m sharing my honest monthly habit review for May—what worked, what didn’t, and where God met me in the middle of it all. From a breast lump scare to letting go of an autoimmune diagnosis, this month brought a deep reminder to surrender control and delight in the everyday. I talk about growing in faith, showing up in my marriage, rediscovering joy in p...

Send us Fan Mail Are you feeling scattered, irritable, or constantly overwhelmed and you're not sure why? In this episode of Habits of a Mother , Dr. Betsey shares the one habit she didn’t realize her soul was starving for: a complete break from social media. You’ll hear her honest story of burnout, brain fog, and the surprising clarity that came from deleting the apps for good. Backed by neu...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of Habits of a Mother , we’re diving into a powerful (and surprisingly hard) habit: saying yes to our kids. If you feel like you’re constantly battling a mental to-do list and struggling to be fully present, you’re not alone. I’m sharing real moments from our recent California trip, how my word of the year— delight —is shaping my parenting, and why learning to s...

Send us Fan Mail in this episode of Habits of a Mother , I’m reflecting on the honest highs and lows from last month—through the lens of six key areas: faith, marriage, parenting, household, friendship, and business. After a hard month recovering from illness, I noticed some habits that crept in… and I’m gently replacing them with intentional, grace-filled ones. If you’ve ever felt like you’re jus...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Habits of a Mother , we're talking about one of the best habits my husband and I have built into our marriage—weekly marriage meetings. These simple check-ins have been a game-changer for our communication, our connection, and how we navigate family life together. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how we structure our meetings—from starting with prayer and aff...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Habits of a Mother podcast, Dr. Betsey discusses the challenges of motherhood, particularly as a mom of littles, and emphasizes the importance of building a strong relationship with Jesus. She explores the concept of breaking free from the bondage of societal expectations and personal struggles, encouraging mothers to surrender their burdens to Christ. Throu...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to thrive postpartum? In part two of our cycle syncing series on Habits of a Mother , pelvic floor PT and mom, Dr. Betsey shares how to sync your life with your menstrual cycle for a healthier lifestyle. Get practical tips for all four phases—menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal—tailored to postpartum moms. Learn when to rest (hello, period naps), build strength (...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Habits of a Mother , pelvic floor PT and mom of four, Dr. Betsey, DPT kicks off a two-part series on cycle syncing for postpartum moms. Discover why understanding your menstrual cycle—menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal phases—unlocks a healthier lifestyle. From ovulation-related prolapse flare-ups to pre-period irritability, learn how hormones impac...

Send us Fan Mail What if one word could shape your mindset, habits, and motherhood journey this year? In this episode of Habits of a Mother , we explore the Word of the Year habit—why it’s powerful, how it can bring clarity and focus, and why it’s never too late to choose yours. I’ll share how a single word can guide your daily decisions, strengthen your faith, and help you show up as the mom you...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes, God starts preparing us for challenges long before we even know they’re coming. In this episode, I share a personal health update and how inviting Jesus into the small, everyday moments of my life has given me the strength and peace I need right now. From letting go of distractions like binge-watching TV and emotional eating to embracing fasting and prayer, I’ve seen fi...

Send us Fan Mail You set your alarm with the best intentions, but somehow, your morning habit just isn’t clicking. You’re hitting snooze, waking up exhausted, or falling right back into old patterns. Sound familiar? In this episode, we’re diving into the real reason your early morning habit might be failing—and it’s probably not what you think. I’ll walk you through a simple shift that can make al...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the very first episode of Habits of a Mother ! 🎉 I’m Dr. Betsey—your internet bestie and fellow mom just trying to figure this whole motherhood thing out. In this episode, I’m sharing why I started this podcast, how the book Habits of the Household totally changed my perspective, and why the little things we do every day as moms actually shape our kids in a big way. I’...