MOMnation Talk Radio

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New! In this Live and Learn episode Katie sits down with Tamara Apodaca to discuss accessible and cost-effective legal support options for families. Tamara explains what document preparation is, how it differs from working directly with an attorney, and when this approach may be a helpful alternative. ​ ​ This episode is for anyone who wants to understand...

Health and Fitness with Erin This week on Energy Shift with Erin, Coach Erin McDonald breaks down one of the most overlooked reasons women over 35 struggle with bloating, inflammation, fatigue, and stubborn body fat: chronic under-fueling during high stress. ​ ​ If you’ve ever eaten “less than usual” only to watch the scale jump up, this episode explains exactly why that happens and why it’s not f...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples This isn’t about a plate on the couch or medicine left on the counter. ​ It’s about who carries the responsibility to notice, remember, remind, and finish. ​ ​ In this episode, we react to a post that hits a nerve for so many marriages. A wife asking the question countless partners silently wrestle with. Do I keep bringing this up or do I just let it go and pick...

Health and Fitness with Erin This week on Energy Shift with Erin, she talk about why pushing harder isn’t always the answer and why maintenance is actually a flex. Learn how to recognize reduced inflammation and decide whether a calorie deficit truly makes sense for your body. ​ ​ In this episode, you’ll learn: 🧠 How to listen to biofeedback instead of forcing arbitrary goals ​ 🔥 Why reduced inf...

Mental Wealth, Leave a New Legacy For many moms, hosting is expected to feel joyful, easy, and welcoming. But for some, opening their home brings overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, and a nervous system that never truly gets to rest. ​ ​ In this episode of Mental Wealth, Katie sits down with Laura Wood to explore why hosting can feel so hard even when you love the people you are inviting in. Together...

Untying the Knot, Supporting Women through Divorce and Beyond The holidays are supposed to be joyful, but when divorce is part of the picture, they often feel overwhelming, emotional, and anything but simple. ​ ​ In this episode of Untying the Knot, we talk honestly about what the holidays really look like when you are thinking about divorce, in the middle of it, or facing your very first holiday...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples The holidays don’t just bring joy. ​ They amplify everything. ​ ​ In this episode of Our Love Story, Katie and Dyanna unpack why emotions run higher during the holiday season and how that emotional intensity impacts even the strongest relationships. From heightened stress and family dynamics to unspoken expectations and emotional overload, this conversation expl...

Health and Fitness with Erin ​ This week on Energy Shift with Erin, Certified Master Health Coach Erin McDonald breaks down why most New Year’s resolutions fail and how to set goals that actually last by working with your brain instead of against it. ​ ​ ✨ What You’ll Learn: ​ 🧠 Why negativity bias causes self-sabotage in health, money, and life goals ​ 🔁 How to shift from chasing numbers to ch...

Her Inner Circle: Pull up a chair, girlfriend, your circle is waiting The holidays have a way of revealing the truth about our friendships. Who feels safe. Who feels draining. Who shows up. And who quietly fades. In this episode of Her Inner Circle, we have an honest conversation about navigating female friendships during the most emotionally charged time of the year. ​ ​ We talk about the pressur...

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New! In this Live and Learn episode Katie sits down with expert guest Jenn Stone for a thoughtful and eye-opening conversation about living benefits and end of life planning. They break down what these terms really mean, how they impact every member of a family, and why understanding them early can bring peace rather than fear. ​ ​ Jenn guides viewers thr...

Health and Fitness with Erin This week on Energy Shift with Erin, Certified Master Health Coach Erin McDonald shares simple, real-life ways to support your immune system during cold and flu season. So you can get sick less often, recover faster, and feel more like yourself. ​ 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒍𝒍 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏: ​ 🍊 Erin’s simple immune supplement stack (vitamin C, D3K2 + magnesium) ​ 😮‍💨 How stress + sleep dire...

Her Inner Circle: Pull up a chair, girlfriend, your circle is waiting In this episode of Her Inner Circle we talk about what happens when someone always has to be right and how that energy can shut down entire conversations on social media. We dig into what it really means to be a good girlfriend being a soft place to land, not a fact checker or constant corrector. We look at the pattern of know i...

Health and Fitness with Erin This week on Energy Shift with Erin, Certified Master Health Coach Erin McDonald shares simple habits to help you feel your best through Thanksgiving — with less stress, less bloat, and more energy. ​ ​ ✨ What You’ll Learn: ​ 🚶‍♀️ Easy movement tricks that improve digestion and lower inflammation ​ 💧 Holiday hydration tips to reduce puffiness, headaches, and alcohol...

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New ! In this Live and Learn episode Katie sits down with Malka The Organized Fairy to share real life decluttering tips for moms. They talk about how to start when every room feels overwhelming, simple ways to get your kids involved, and how to build routines that actually work in a busy season of life. ​ ​ Malka walks through mindset shifts that help yo...

Mental Wealth, Leave a New Legacy In this powerful episode of Mental Wealth, Laura Wood sits down with MOMnation to unpack what codependency really looks like for moms today. If you have ever felt responsible for everyone’s emotions, struggled to say no, or lost pieces of yourself in parenting or relationships, this conversation is going to hit home.​​​Laura explains the difference between healthy...

Health and Fitness with Erin This week on Energy Shift with Erin, Certified Master Health Coach Erin McDonald breaks down the real foundations of women’s wellness — and why your hormones, sleep, digestion, and metabolism depend on a few simple daily habits.​​​✨ What You’ll Learn:​🍽 How to build balanced meals using protein, fiber, whole-food carbs, and healthy fats​😴 Why poor sleep triggers crav...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples In this powerful episode of Our Love Story, Dyanna Eisel sits down with us to unpack a story that so many moms quietly live through. A wife shares how arguments with her husband do not end when the words stop. Instead, he drags it out, goes short or silent, and then expects everything to magically go back to normal when he is ready. Dyanna walks us through what...

Health and Fitness with Erin This week on Energy Shift with Erin, Erin McDonald shares her top tips to enjoy the holidays without the overwhelm: ​ 📅 Map out your holiday calendar 🥗 Prep meals ahead to stay energized 👗 Plan outfits, appointments & events early 🛍️ Shop smart & avoid decision fatigue 🎁 Focus on experiences over stuff 💆‍♀️ Take care of YOU — your nervous system will thank...

Untying the Knot, Supporting Women through Divorce and Beyond Are you ready to break free from old patterns and finally put yourself first? This episode of Untying the Knot invites you to discover how building a powerful relationship with yourself can completely transform your divorce experience before, during, and after. ​ Explore why self-connection is the secret to emotional healing, renewed co...

Health and Fitness with Erin ​In this episode of Energy Shift with Erin, Certified Master Health Coach Erin McDonald shares how to get leaner the right way by building muscle, balancing hormones, and supporting your metabolism naturally. ​ ✅ Discover sustainable fat loss strategies ✅ Learn simple, high-protein, high-fiber meal tips ✅ Find out how many steps you really need for results ​ ​ Perfe...

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New! Catch Victor from VIC Agency on Live and Learn as he explains when to get life insurance, how to choose the right coverage, and what really matters when comparing policies. Get real advice and practical tips that help you protect your family and feel confident about your choices. ​ ​ Do not miss this episode if you want to stay ahead and make the bes...

Health and Fitness with Erin This week on Energy Shift with Erin, Certified Master Health Coach Erin McDonald shares why muscle mass is the key to health, energy, and longevity—and how you can maintain it even with the busiest schedule. ​ ​ ​ From boosting metabolism and balancing hormones to protecting your back and improving confidence, Erin breaks down a simple, realistic plan you can start tod...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples Thinking about turning to AI for relationship advice? This episode of Our Love Story explores the unexpected benefits and hidden risks of using artificial intelligence to navigate matters of the heart. From instant answers to emotional blind spots, we cover what you need to know before letting technology into your love life. Tune in for expert insights, real sto...

From The Heart, Inspiring Stories told by Inspiring Women In this inspiring episode of From the Heart, Stacy Kalisz Johnson shares her hands-on approach to raising college-ready teens. Drawing from over 20 years of mentoring experience and her journey as a mom of three, Stacy reveals practical tools and foundational steps every parent can use to help their teens thrive. ​ ​ Discover how to guide y...

Health and Fitness with Erin This week on Energy Shift with Erin, Certified Master Health Coach Erin McDonald shares how to make healthy eating simple, realistic, and family-friendly. From prepping proteins in bulk to building balanced plates with whole foods, Erin shows you how to fuel your body, save time, and make meals your family actually enjoys. ​ ​ ✨ What You’ll Learn: 🍗 Smart protein pre...