Imperfect Mommying: Better Parenting through Self-Healing with Alysia Lyons

Understanding Behavior, Sensory Needs & What Kids Are Really CommunicatingIn this episode I welcome Bethany Bilodeau, parent, foster parent, and behavior specialist, for a powerful conversation about children’s behavior, sensory challenges, and what’s actually going on beneath the surface. We explore nature vs. nurture, problem-solving skills, anxiety, and how tools like face reading can offer...

In this video, you'll learn When Parenting Triggers Your Own Emotional Wounds | Healing as You Raise kids | Alysia Lyons Coaching | Mindset & Parenting CoachU.S. moms are telling me they’re reacting faster and harder than ever before—and they don’t know why. If parenting feels triggering, confusing, or overwhelming, it is not because you’re failing. It’s because old emotional wounds are be...

In this video, you'll learn Why Moms Feel Guilty (and How To Break Free From the Perfect Mom Myth) | Alysia Lyons Coaching | Mindset & Parenting CoachDo you replay your day at night and feel like you didn’t do enough? Mom guilt is real, but it isn’t the truth. In this episode, you’ll learn where guilt actually comes from, how childhood conditioning and unrealistic expectations shape your w...

Feeling overwhelmed, snappy, exhausted, or just “not yourself”?In today’s episode of Imperfect Mommying, we’re diving into the 5 subtle — but powerful — warning signs that moms are heading straight into burnout… and what to do instead of pushing through it. December can be magical, but it can also be mentally and emotionally draining for moms. If you’ve been feeling stressed, detached, or stretche...

Have you ever caught yourself saying “I’m sorry” when you really meant “thank you”? In this heartfelt episode of Imperfect Mommying, I explore how easily gratitude gets tangled with guilt — and how perfectionism sneaks in through the cracks. We’ll talk about:✨ Why guilt often feels safer than gratitude✨ How to shift from self-criticism to self-compassion✨ The simple phrase that transforms guilt...

Family gatherings can be joyful… and emotionally loaded. This Thanksgiving, let’s talk about how to protect your peace — even when family energy feels heavy. 🕊️In this episode of Imperfect Mommying, I’m sharing how to navigate those tricky dinner table moments with awareness, grace, and grounded gratitude. You’ll learn how to:✨ Stay calm when emotions rise✨ Set loving boundaries without guilt✨...

We expect mom guilt to fade when our kids grow up — but often, it lingers quietly in our hearts. In this episode, Alysia dives into the deeper layers of grandma guilt and how it connects to generational patterns of shame, sacrifice, and self-blame. Through stories, reflection, and healing insight, you’ll learn how to transform guilt into gratitude — and begin creating peace that ripples through ge...

Are you the one everyone leans on — but secretly running on empty? In this episode, I explore the hidden cost of “being the strong one” and why peace in relationships begins when we stop overgiving and start allowing support. You’ll learn how to shift from quiet resentment to interdependence, creating genuine connection without losing yourself in the process. This conversation is part of November’...

What if service didn’t have to mean sacrifice? In this episode, I’m challenging the outdated belief that to serve others, we have to give until it hurts. Real service doesn’t drain you—it aligns you. When you give from your natural gifts, passions, and joy, you serve in a way that fills *both* you and those you help. We’ll explore how to recognize when you’re serving from obligation versus overflo...

Do you ever feel like you’re doing everything for everyone but losing yourself in the process? In this episode, I’m unpacking what mom life burnout really looks like—the subtle signs we often ignore until our bodies or emotions start screaming for attention. We’ll talk about why burnout happens, how it shows up differently for each mom, and the simple mindset and energy shifts that can help you co...

Feeling like you’re the only one who can do things the “right” way? In this episode, I dive deep into the trap of ‘If I want it done right, I’ve got to do it myself’—why we fall into it, how it drains our peace, and practical steps to let go of perfection and embrace support. From redefining what “right” means to sharing stories of moms learning to release control, this conversation will help you...

Do you ever feel like traditional self-care tips just don’t “click” for you? That’s because self-care isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s deeply personal. In this episode, I explore how to use the 5 Love Languages as a powerful self-care framework so you can feel truly seen, supported, and loved by yourself. We’ll walk through each love language—Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Qua...

Struggling with intimacy, low libido, or body shame after kids? You’re not alone—and this episode is a must-listen. In this open and empowering conversation, I welcome Pauline Ryeland, also known as The Intimacy Whisperer, to break the silence around sex, shame, trauma, and the impact of motherhood on our sexual connection. We explore everything from healing after birth and reigniting desire to te...

Are your kids bottling up their feelings—or are you? In this powerful conversation, children’s author and parenting advocate Angela Legh joins Alysia Lyons to unpack the hidden cost of emotional repression, how childhood trauma shows up in adult behavior, and why “putting on a brave face” does more harm than good. They explore healing triggers, modeling emotional expression, and how we can rewrite...

In this episode, I welcome Shari Pierce—retired special education teacher, author, and sibling of an adult with developmental disabilities. With over 30 years in the classroom, Shari shares practical life skills for parents and teachers, stories from her career, and powerful advice on how we can better support and include people with intellectual disabilities. We explore:* Why inclusion matters in...

In this episode, I sit down with Lee Friedman—former lawyer, mom of two, and founder of Mango Tree Travel—to talk about how she transitioned from a 15-year legal career into the world of family travel entrepreneurship. Lee shares how motherhood changed her perspective on travel, how COVID reshaped her career path, and what inspired her to build a resource for parents who want to enjoy traveling wi...

Feeling like you're messing up as a mom? You're not alone—and you're not doing it wrong. In this powerful conversation, I sit down with marriage and family therapist Lynda Martin to talk about the messy, beautiful truth of parenting without a manual. We dive into: ✔️ Why no parenting book fits every child ✔️ How to balance flexibility with consistency ✔️ What Lynda’s own daughters taught her about...

Ever feel like you're walking on eggshells trying to manage your child's big emotions? Especially when you're running on empty yourself? In this episode, I welcome Samantha Foote—board-certified music therapist and parent consultant for families with neurodivergent kids. We talk about emotional regulation, the power of music to shift moods, and how parents can stay steady during the storm of a mel...

Are you struggling with emotional or physical health issues that just won’t seem to improve? In this episode of Imperfect Mommying, Kristine Genovese reveals how unresolved emotions and trauma can manifest as physical ailments, and how you can heal them through energy work. Kristine shares the powerful Soul Intelligence Method, which helps uncover the root causes of illness by releasing stuck ener...

Feeling disconnected from your kids? In this episode of Imperfect Mommying, I welcome psychologist and author Suanne Lewis to explore how *mindful parenting* and *effective communication* can create deeper connection, especially in today’s fast-paced, tech-heavy world. Suanne shares her four-step approach for *how to talk so kids will listen*, including practical communication tools like reflectiv...

Feeling stretched thin, stuck in guilt, and trying to do it ALL? You’re not alone. In this episode of Imperfect Mommying, I welcome Christy Gamir—a therapist turned mom coach—who shares her personal and professional journey through burnout, working motherhood, and what it really takes to release the pressure of being “perfect.”We dive into the emotional weight moms carry, from unrealistic expectat...

In this episode, I welcome the incredible Dr. Michelle Maidenberg—mom of four, therapist, author, professor, and trauma expert—for a deep conversation on parenting through imperfection, emotional healing, and living a life aligned with our values. We explore her “ACE” framework—Acceptance, Compassion, and Empowerment—and how it helps both children and adults move through emotional avoidance, self-...

In this episode, I welcome energy worker and intuitive guide Joy Baker for a conversation that dives deep into the unconscious beliefs that shape our lives—and how to unravel them. Though Joy isn’t a mom herself, she brings powerful insights from 30 years of inner work, energy reading, and helping others heal ancestral patterns and trauma. We explore the power of intuition, why so many of us learn...

In this episode, I welcome Meera Ishaya—Ashai monk, author, and mother—for a beautiful conversation about the power of presence and the choice we all have between peace and pain. Meera shares how her journey from chaos to calm began with learning to prioritize stillness, simplicity, and self-care, even in the midst of motherhood. We talk about what it means to know yourself beyond thoughts, emotio...

In this episode , I welcome the remarkable Susan May—author, mother of four, and grandmother of eight—as she shares the deeply moving story of her youngest son's battle with congenital heart defects and his life-saving heart transplant at just two years old. With warmth, humor, and unwavering strength, Susan walks us through the highs and heartbreaks of raising a medically fragile child, the decis...