Tia Gerdsen & Stacey Morgan
Mom Nom – Snackable Content for Moms
We know you’re busy. That’s why we created this space to share stories of real mom successes, failures, challenges, and hacks - in under 15 minutes per episode. Our mission is to create snackable content that invites women to participate in validating, inspiring, and encouraging other moms as we embrace the chaos together.
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Tia Gerdsen & Stacey Morgan
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Can Losing a Pet Teach Kids About Grief? 08.07.2026 15:14
Losing a pet can be heartbreaking for both you and your child. In this episode, you’ll hear an honest conversation about grief, difficult emotions, unexpected lessons, and how pets often become a child’s first experience with loss. Through humor, real stories, and heartfelt moments, you’ll be encouraged as you navigate these tough conversations in your own family. Send us Fan Mail We would love to...
When should kids get a cell phone? 01.07.2026 13:57
At some point, every parent faces the same question: when should you give your child a cell phone? In this episode, you’ll hear an honest conversation about safety, social pressure, technology, boundaries, and the realities of raising kids in a smartphone-driven world. Whether you’re firmly against it or already feeling the pressure, this episode will help you think through the decision with confi...
Unsolicited Advice: The One-Year-Old Playbook 01.07.2026 4:29
You made it through the baby stage. Now welcome to the wonderfully unpredictable world of one-year-olds. In this quick bonus episode, you get two pieces of hard-earned mom advice that might save your sanity, your schedule, or at the very least, give you a good laugh. From unexpected parenting lessons to a surprisingly underrated parenting hack, you'll walk away with a few new ideas for naviga...
How Do You Survive a Road Trip With Kids? 24.06.2026 10:58
Whether you're headed across town or across multiple states, traveling with kids can feel like an adventure all its own. In this episode, you pick up practical tips, creative ideas, and a few tried-and-true strategies for keeping everyone happy while the miles roll by. From passing the time to making memories along the way, you'll hear a candid conversation about what works, what doesn&a...
What do you do with baby teeth? 17.06.2026 15:18
When your child loses a tooth, what happens next? Do you save it, toss it, or start a tradition of your own? In this episode, you'll laugh along as we explore the surprisingly strong opinions parents have about baby teeth, the Tooth Fairy, and the quirky family traditions we never think to question. You might even discover that something you've always considered completely normal isn&apo...
What do you do about sleepovers? 10.06.2026 13:35
You get the invitation, hear the excitement in your child’s voice, and immediately feel the weight of the decision. In this episode, you step into a real and honest conversation about sleepovers. The questions they bring, the concerns you can’t ignore, and the pressure to get it “right.” As you listen, you’ll find yourself thinking through what matters most for your family and what it looks like t...
Why is working out so hard? 03.06.2026 13:03
You tell yourself you’re going to start, maybe tomorrow, maybe after drop-off, maybe when life slows down a little. But somehow, it never feels as easy as it should. In this episode, you step into a relatable conversation about why working out feels so hard to start, stick with, and actually enjoy. As you listen, you’ll recognize the tension between motivation and reality and maybe start to rethin...
Why is summer the perfect time for boredom? 27.05.2026 11:28
What happens when you stop trying to fill every quiet moment for your kids? In this episode, you’ll explore why summer might be the perfect opportunity to let your children slow down, get creative, and discover what happens when boredom takes the lead. Send us Fan Mail We would love to hear from you! Comment on this episode or suggest a question you'd like us to answer on Facebook or Insta...
Are you a lawn mower mom? 20.05.2026 10:55
You want to protect your kids. You want to make things easier, smoother, and less painful for them. But what happens when helping too much actually gets in the way? In this episode, you step into a conversation about the instinct to fix, shield, and smooth over life’s harder moments and why that might not be what your child really needs. As you listen, you may start to rethink how you respond when...
The Grocery Store Hack that Backfires 13.05.2026 5:33
You head into the store with a plan to make things easier—but somehow, it doesn’t go the way you expected. In this episode, you’ll laugh (and maybe cringe) as we unpack a well-intentioned grocery store “hack” that quickly takes a turn. If you’ve ever tried to outsmart shopping with kids, this one will feel all too familiar. It’s a reminder that sometimes the things meant to help can make the whole...
Do you enjoy joining your kids for lunch at school? 13.05.2026 9:43
You’ve seen the invitation, felt the pressure, and wondered… should you actually be there? In this episode, you step into a relatable conversation about school lunch visits, what they mean, how they’ve become “a thing,” and the quiet expectations that come with them. As you listen, you’ll recognize the mix of humor and tension that shows up when something optional starts to feel like an obligation...
Surviving the Toddler Meltdown in Aisle 5 06.05.2026 11:14
You head into the store thinking it’ll be a quick, simple trip—but then everything changes in an instant. In this episode, you’ll step into a moment every mom eventually faces and the tough decision that comes with it. If you’ve ever felt the pressure, the stares, or the internal debate of what to do next, this conversation will feel all too familiar and remind you you’re not alone. Send us Fan Ma...
What if you saw yourself the way your kids do? 29.04.2026 3:42
You catch a glimpse of yourself and immediately notice what you wish looked different. But what if you’re seeing the wrong things? In this bonus episode, you step into a simple but powerful moment that gently challenges the way you view your body and yourself. As you listen, you may begin to wonder what your kids actually see when they look at you and how different that perspective might be from y...
Are Thank You Notes a Lost Art? 29.04.2026 13:48
When was the last time you sat down and wrote a handwritten thank you note? Not a quick text, not an emoji, but a real one? In this episode, you reflect on whether gratitude has quietly shifted from something intentional to something optional. You’ll consider what it teaches your kids when they receive gifts, acts of kindness, or thoughtful gestures and whether pausing to say “thank you” still mat...
Why Do We Expect Our Bodies to “Bounce Back”? 22.04.2026 13:02
Have you ever caught your reflection and felt that quiet wave of frustration wondering when things shifted and why they don’t look the way they used to? In this episode, you step into an honest conversation about body changes, social media pressure, and the unrealistic expectations that seem to follow you long after pregnancy and long after your twenties. You know you want to be healthy. You want...
Are You Raising Helpful Humans? 15.04.2026 16:12
Do you ever feel like you’re running a full-service household - chef, maid, manager, and personal assistant all rolled into one? In this episode, you’re invited to rethink what it means to truly prepare your kids for real life. You’ll consider how the small, everyday tasks you sometimes take on by default could actually become powerful teaching moments. Because when you do everything for them, it...
Did You Parent Each Of Your Kids Differently? 08.04.2026 12:09
If you have more than one child, you’ve probably noticed it: you weren’t the same mom the second (or third, or fourth) time around. In this episode, you reflect on how parenting shifts from firstborn to youngest and why those differences can stir up everything from sibling rivalry to quiet mom guilt. You’ll recognize the tension between doing everything “by the book” the first time and realizing,...
Why Does Everyone Want Dinner Every Night? 01.04.2026 15:37
Why does dinner feel like it comes at you every single night no matter how many times you’ve already handled it? In this episode, you step into the very real frustration of being the default meal planner, grocery shopper, short-order cook, and dishwasher. You know it’s “just dinner,” but somehow it carries so much more like decision fatigue, invisible labor, competing schedules, and the pressure t...
Is the Mom Mental Load Breaking You? 25.03.2026 13:44
Do you ever feel like your brain has 47 tabs open and none of them are closing? In this episode, you step into an honest conversation about the “mom mental load”. The invisible, constant thinking that keeps your family moving. The appointments, the reminders, the tiny details that no one else seems to notice . . . until they don’t get done. And when something slips? That quiet voice that whispers...
When “I Could” Doesn’t Mean “I Should” 18.03.2026 9:16
Have you ever felt that little twinge of guilt when you didn’t volunteer to be the room mom? Or the team mom. Or the committee chair. Or the one who says yes to everything? In this episode, you’re invited to wrestle with the tension between “I could” and “I should.” You’ll reflect on where those expectations come from, whether it’s how you were raised, what you see other moms doing, or the quiet p...
When Did Kids’ Birthday Parties Get So Complicated? 11.03.2026 14:34
You sit down to plan a simple birthday party and suddenly it feels like you’re organizing a corporate event. In this episode, you step into the chaos of kids’ birthday party planning. The guest list math, the location decisions, the budget tension, the drop-off dilemma, the food, the favors, and the quiet pressure to make it “special enough.” You know you’re creating memories. But somewhere betwee...
Are you the napkin mom or the cupcake mom? 04.03.2026 13:34
When the class party sign-up hits your inbox, what do you click first? The napkins? The cupcakes? Or do you wait and see what’s left? In this episode, you take a closer look at what that small decision might stir up inside you. The comparison. The pressure. The quiet questions about whether you’re doing enough or doing it “right.” You’ll recognize the inner dialogue that can sneak in when other mo...
Meet the New Co-Host (And Buckle Up) 04.03.2026 12:04
You’re stepping into a new season with us and if you’ve ever felt like motherhood is equal parts beautiful, exhausting, hilarious, and completely misunderstood, you’re in the right place. In this episode, you’ll meet a new voice joining the conversation and hear why this next chapter feels both fresh and familiar. We’re talking about big transitions, unexpected moments, and the kind of stories tha...
Wrapping Up 2025 With a Mom Fail (Of Course) 19.11.2025 9:54
In this episode, you’ll hear a mom story that starts with good intentions and ends with one of those moments you can’t help but laugh about later. You’ll follow along as you’re reminded what it’s like to juggle schedules, manage expectations, and navigate the emotions—yours and your kids’—that come with everyday chaos. It’s a gentle nod to the fact that you’re doing your best, even when things don...
Resourcefulness & Resilience: How Letting Go Makes Stronger Kids 12.11.2025 13:24
Ever catch yourself doing things for your kids that they’re perfectly capable of doing themselves? In this episode, you’ll explore why it’s so hard to let go and how giving your kids more space might be the best thing you can do for them (and for you). Send us Fan Mail We would love to hear from you! Comment on this episode or suggest a question you'd like us to answer on Facebook or Insta...
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