Mom On Purpose With Natalie Bacon

Are there habits you know are holding you back, but no matter how hard you try, they seem impossible to shake? Whether it's mindlessly scrolling through your phone, indulging in one too many episodes of Netflix, or eating sugary snacks that leave you feeling sluggish, these habits often steal your joy and energy as a mom. But what if you could replace them with habits that truly fulfill you?   In...

As a busy mom, goal-setting can sometimes feel like just another task on an already overwhelming to-do list. You're always taking care of everyone else, and by the time you get a moment to think about your own goals, you're too exhausted to even know where to start. Sound familiar?   In this podcast episode, I tackle a question from a mom of four who's been struggling with this exact challenge: ho...

As the year comes to a close, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by what you didn't accomplish. Maybe there were goals left unfinished or moments you wish you could go back and change. But what if this time, instead of beating yourself up, you took a different approach?   In this episode, I'm diving into the power of reviewing your year with intention. I'll share the exact mindsets that can transform h...

Do the holidays feel like a whirlwind of to-do lists, stress, and pressure to get everything perfect? You're not alone. As moms, we often take on the bulk of holiday planning—whether it's finding the perfect gifts, hosting family gatherings, or making sure every tradition is just right. But instead of feeling joyful, the holidays can start to feel overwhelming and exhausting.   In this episode, I...

In this episode, Natalie Bacon helps a listener work through her four year old daughter's meltdowns that seem to get bigger when she tries to help her process her feelings.   If you're a mom who parents intentionally, yet struggles to navigate those big feelings, tantrums, and meltdowns, this podcast is for you.   You'll learn what to do—and what not to do—when your child is having a tantrum and i...

I'm opening up about my journey—from being a high-achieving, type-A lawyer to becoming a calm, fulfilled, and purpose-driven woman, wife, and mom.   Along the way, I faced big challenges and learned invaluable lessons about failure, balancing life, finding calm, and letting go of limiting beliefs.   In this episode, I share the key transformations I've made—like paying off six-figure debt, creatin...

Are you amazing at keeping everything running smoothly but finding it hard to feel truly happy? If you're a mom who's juggling endless to-do lists, managing every detail, and still feeling like joy is just out of reach, this episode is for you.   Join me as we dive into why high-achieving moms often feel stuck between perfection and happiness. We'll explore the unspoken costs of perfectionism, the...

Do you find yourself constantly replaying situations in your head, worrying if you're doing enough as a mom, and feeling stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts? You're not alone!   In this episode, I dive into practical tools to help you stop overthinking, challenge those negative thoughts, and reclaim your peace of mind.   Whether you're struggling with self-doubt, mom guilt, or just feeling overw...

Have you ever had your spouse come home stressed and before you know it you're feeling stressed, too? This is mirroring, and it's what happens automatically because of mirror neurons. But just because it's automatic doesn't mean it's the only way. In fact, there's a much better way of approaching your spouse and your marriage when your partner is feeling less than his best.    In this podcast, I d...

As a Type-A mom who used to struggle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, comparison trap, and negative thinking, I never would've thought it was possible to be as calm, patient, and feminine as I am now. And if you would've told me that transformation was due to mindset, I never would've believed you! But that is the truth—I transformed my Type-A, alpha female identity as a career driven women to...

As a high-achieving mom, you're constantly balancing work life with home life, in addition to your personal life. The real game-changer to doing this well (at least that has worked so well for me!) is having a helpful mindset, proven tools, and sustainable habits to lead you to thriving in motherhood and life.    In this episode, I share my personal transformations and the exact strategies that ha...

In this episode, I'm sharing the story of how I quit drinking five years ago and what I've learned along the way. I break down the science behind dopamine and alcohol, and offer a different alternative to being more intentional with booze—I call it a "conscious drinking lifestyle."   If you're considering opting out of "mommy wine culture" or reducing your alcohol consumption just because that's t...

In this episode, I'm sharing my top 7 parenting tools that every mom needs to create a more connected, respectful, and peaceful relationship with her kids. Parenting can be overwhelming, especially when you're not sure how to balance love, boundaries, and all the emotions that come with raising little ones. But with the right tools, you can parent with confidence, handle challenges with grace, and...

Dealing with a child who constantly whines and complains can be frustrating and overwhelming for any mom. In this episode, I'm diving into practical strategies to navigate those tricky moments of complaining and whining in kids. Instead of focusing solely on controlling the behavior, we'll explore how shifting your mindset can transform how you react, helping you feel less overwhelmed and more in...

Having a purpose can get you through the hardest moments in motherhood.    If you ever feel like you're just going through the motions of motherhood, putting out fires and reacting to life's demands, having a defined purpose is the solution.    In this episode, I'm diving deep into how you can shift from living on autopilot to living with intention by discovering your purpose. I share simple strat...

Do you struggle with yelling at your kids? You know you want to stop, but find it so challenging. If there was just a way that actually worked given everything else you have going on in your life.   If that sounds like you, you're going to love today's podcast. I'm answering a caller's question about how to stop feeling angry and yelling at her kids.    This is work I did in my own life, too. I on...

As someone who always was Type-A, career driven, and "alpha female" I didn't know it was possible to shift into being a calm, patient, grounded mom. This podcast is all about my journey to do just that—going from masculine to feminine energy and how it's impacted my personal and professional lives.    You'll learn tools to have more patience in motherhood and stay calm with life feels chaotic and...

If your marriage is going OK but you feel like it could be better, this podcast is for you. In it, you'll hear from a member of this community who parents differently than her spouse, who gets annoyed and irritated at him, and wishes there was more romance.    You'll learn over seven tools to help you increase intimacy, navigate different parenting styles, and improve your marriage so it's thrivin...

Motherhood is sink or swim. That's why you need a strong mindset. Without it, you'll find yourself frustrated, overwhelmed, yelling more than you want to be, and feeling like you're at the effect of your life.    In this podcast, you'll learn 10 mindsets that disempower you and how to turn them around into empowering mindset shifts that will help you show up as the mom you want to be!   Get my Boo...

Back to school season can come with a lot of overwhelm, anxiety, and exhaustion. Navigating routines, schedules, changes, shopping, planning, and the newness of it all can put a lot of pressure on moms to figure it all out and "do it all."    In this podcast, you'll learn how to shift your mindset about transitions and back to school, as well as planning strategies to help you more effectively cre...

This time of year is filled with transitions, new routines, and changes. It's the perfect set up for anxious because of so many unknowns.   If you have a child who's feeling anxious this podcast will help!   It's not the traditional advice you'll get from other experts. My advice is all within your control and will help you help your anxious child from the inside out.   You'll get four specific st...

Whether it's yelling at your kids, feeling exhausted all the time, or something else—it's likely that motherhood looks a lot different than you thought it would.   In this podcast, you'll hear from a member of this community who struggles with patience, yelling, and connecting with her kids. She feels like she's failing as a mom and could do so much better.   I offer real tools that you can apply...

Your kids want to play with you, and you don't want to play. Enter the mom guilt. Followed by the negative self-talk that you should want to play with your kids, and you would'd a better mom if you did.   While all this negative brain chatter seems reasonable (your kids are just asking to play with you after all!) there is a better way of approaching this topic of not wanting to play that can put...

Showing up as a calm mom has as much to do with your mindset as it does with what's happening in your body—your nervous system to be exact.    In this podcast, you'll hear from Michelle Grosser (of  michellegrosser.com/ ) who is a professionally trained coach, attorney, pastor, nervous system fitness expert, and mom of two girls.   Michelle shares her personal experience over-working and what it t...

We've all had our fair share of hard moments with kids, am I right? I know I've definitely been there, and instead of feeling completely lost and frustrated, I use the tools I teach to help me navigate tricky situations.   In this episode, you'll hear from a mom struggling with her kids not listening and fighting. You'll get tools to help you navigate these hard moments so you can show up as the m...