Mind Your Mama - Healing Burnout, Building Boundaries, and Finding Yourself

Ever had one of those moments where you lose it and instantly feel crushed by guilt? You’re not crazy, and you’re not a bad mom. You’re human. In this powerful solo episode of The Mind Your Mama Podcast , Lauren unpacks the truth behind “mom rage”...what’s really happening in your nervous system when you explode, and how to start healing from it with compassion, awareness, and science-backed tools...

You don’t have to choose between being a present mom and running a thriving business. In this heartfelt conversation, Lauren sits down with entrepreneur and mom of four, Emily Erb, to talk about building a business that supports your life instead of running it. Emily shares her journey from burnout and constant hustle to creating a business model built around family, faith, and freedom. Together,...

Feeling the tug between security and purpose? This conversation blends science, faith, and simple nervous system tools so you can show up for your business without burning out. Lauren explains how chronic money stress keeps your body stuck in survival mode and walks you through practical ways to calm your system and rebuild self-worth so you can take aligned action. Questions answered in this epis...

Feeling wiped before your feet hit the floor? In this Mind Your Mama episode, Lauren breaks down adrenal fatigue in real-life mom terms what chronic stress does to your body and brain and guides you through a calming, repeatable EFT tapping sequence to reset your nervous system on the spot. What you’ll learn: What adrenal fatigue really is (mom-life stress, cortisol, nervous system dysregulation)...

You don’t have to do it all to be a good mom, especially if doing it all is burning you out. In this episode of Mind Your Mama, Lauren gets real about resentment, overwhelm, and why putting yourself first is not selfish—it’s smart, sustainable motherhood. She unpacks the cultural pressure cooker (from 1950s “perfect housewife” to today’s Instagram mom), then shows you how boundaries, nervous syste...

What if strength doesn’t look like grinding harder or holding it all together? In this raw and faith-filled episode, Lauren shares her personal burnout story and the breaking point that made her realize that hustle culture, people-pleasing, and exhaustion aren’t badges of honor. She opens up about learning to slow down, listen to her body, and let God redefine what strength truly means. Through ho...

In this powerful episode of Mind Your Mama , Lauren is joined by the incredible Ellie Henrys for a candid conversation on infertility, IVF, and the emotional rollercoaster of trying to grow your family. Ellie vulnerably shares her personal journey through fertility struggles, IVF, and the unexpected guilt and grief that can follow...even after having a baby. We discuss: The emotional and physical...

Today your host Lauren Trout is joined by author Allie Dabbs! You may remember Allie from earlier this season when she shared her passion for toddler sleep support. But today, she’s back to reveal a brand-new chapter of her story—how she turned a spark of inspiration into her debut children’s book Bedtime Hearts. Allie opens up about her unexpected journey from managing toddler bedtime battles to...

In this fun and heartfelt episode, host Lauren Trout is joined by her sister Erin Convery—mom of three athletes and a true veteran of the sports mom life. From packed weekends at tournaments to yelling from the sidelines, they dive deep into the realities of motherhood in cleats. Whether you’re brand new to travel ball or already living out of your car, this episode will leave you feeling seen, su...

In this episode, Lauren Trout sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Wisniewski, a chiropractor and somatic psychologist, to explore how motherhood impacts the nervous system and why so many women unknowingly operate from a survival response known as “fawning.” Together, they unpack the emotional and physical weight that moms carry, how trauma is stored in the body, and what healing actually looks like—from...

In this episode, host Lauren Trout opens up about Fawn Mode: a trauma response many moms unknowingly live in every day. With raw vulnerability, Lauren shares her own story of people-pleasing, boundary-blurring, and emotional burnout, especially in parenting. She introduces listeners to what Fawn Mode really is, how it affects relationships with their children, and what healing can look like. If yo...

In this episode, Lauren opens up about what it means to be a present but overstimulated mom . If you’ve ever found yourself touched out, overwhelmed by noise, or just emotionally tapped while still trying to be a “good mom,” this one’s for you. Lauren shares personal moments of sensory overload, how she’s learning to regulate herself before reacting, and offers gentle reminders for mamas who are j...

In this deeply moving and informative episode, Lauren Trout sits down with trauma-informed functional health coach Melissa, who shares her powerful story of surviving childhood abuse, a school shooting, and the tragic death of her brother. Drawing from two decades of personal healing and professional experience, Melissa helps women reclaim their health through nervous system regulation, somatic he...

In this episode, Lauren shares how the practice of tapping (EFT – Emotional Freedom Technique) has transformed the energy in her home—and her own mental load. She walks you through how tapping works, what it does to your nervous system, and why it’s become a game-changing tool for managing mom life, overwhelm, and even helping her anxious daughter move from meltdown to calm. This episode includes...

In this deeply heartfelt episode of Mind Your Mama , Lauren is joined by guest Rachel Rocco, who shares her raw, emotional, and inspiring journey through the loss of her son Rocco at age five. Together, they explore the depths of grief, the healing process, and how Rocco’s short life set Rachel on a transformative spiritual path that now empowers other women to live with alignment, purpose, and se...

In this sweet and special episode of Mind Your Mama , Lauren is joined by a very special guest: her youngest daughter, Emma Kathleen, who is home sick from school on her sixth birthday. Together, they share snuggles, giggles, and real talk about motherhood, favorite toys, and what makes the mommy-daughter bond so magical. This unfiltered and joy-filled conversation reminds listeners what kids real...

In this soul-nourishing episode, Lauren gets real about the burnout, emotional weight, and unrealistic expectations that come with trying to be everything to everyone. Through raw honesty, a bit of humor, and deep encouragement, she calls out Superwoman Syndrome for what it is: a toxic lie we’ve been sold. Mama, it's time to finally take the cape off. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, unseen, or...

In this episode, host Lauren Trout welcomes pelvic floor therapist and perimenopause educator Jesse Glaze for an eye-opening conversation about libido, hormones, intimacy, and how women can reclaim their bodies during perimenopause and menopause. From hormone myths to pelvic floor health to reigniting your sex drive, this conversation is packed with empowering insights and practical advice for nav...

In this empowering episode of the Mind Your Mama Podcast , host Lauren Trout is joined by marriage coach and fellow mama Michelle Purta, who specializes in helping couples thrive after kids. Together, they unpack the emotional and logistical challenges that come with parenting and partnership—and how to create deeper connection, better communication, and more harmony at home. From resentment and r...

In this episode, host Lauren Trout opens up about the messy, beautiful chaos of motherhood and the journey to rediscovering joy, purpose, and self-love amid it all. Speaking directly to overwhelmed mamas folding laundry, hiding in pantries, or stealing five minutes in the car, Lauren offers relatable honesty and gentle encouragement. She reminds you that joy isn't found in grand milestones but in...

In this episode of The Mind Your Mama Podcast , Lauren is joined by Isabella Oquendo, a manifestation coach, author, and mom of two. Isabella shares her transformative journey from being overwhelmed in her career and personal life to finding her true purpose through manifestation and mindfulness. She discusses how mindfulness and purpose-driven living led her to make big life changes, including an...

In this spicy, empowering episode of the Mind Your Mama Podcast , host Lauren Trout welcomes pleasure activist and somatic sex coach Penny Van der Sluys for a candid conversation about women's sexual empowerment, pleasure, and reconnecting with the body. From nervous system safety to orgasm myths, they unpack what it really takes to feel turned on and embodied, especially in midlife and motherhood...

In this deeply moving episode of the Mind Your Mama podcast, host Lauren Trout sits down with grief expert and bereaved mother Lisa Boehm , who opens up about the unimaginable loss of her daughter Katie. Together, they explore the raw, real journey of navigating child loss , grief , and healing as a mother. Lisa shares how her grief evolved over time, what helped her survive those early days, and...

In this episode of The Mind Your Mama Podcast , Lauren is joined by her longtime friend, Robin Gilbert, who shares her journey of navigating motherhood while living with autoimmune disease. Robin talks about the challenges of parenting three young boys while managing her health, and how she made the decision to move away from traditional medications to a holistic approach with the help of function...

In this episode, I sit down with Amber Gonzalez, a mom, writer, and the epitome of everything so many of us moms feel but don't always talk about. Amber shares her raw and honest journey of struggling with isolation, depression, and feeling invisible while navigating motherhood. From forgetting to take care of herself to finding joy through writing, Amber’s story is one of resilience, self-discove...