MOMnation Talk Radio

Health and Fitness with Erin 🎧 In this empowering episode of Energy Shift with Erin, Erin McDonald dives deep into the root causes of low energy, autoimmune flare-ups, and persistent bloating—especially in women navigating perimenopause and beyond.💡 Key Takeaways:✅Why caffeine might be hurting more than helping your energy levels✅The truth about carbs and thyroid health (hello, Hashimoto’s!)✅...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples Ready to take your relationship to the next level? In this must-listen episode of *Our Love Story*, Katie teams up with licensed couples counselor Dyanna Eisel to reveal the game-changing practice that happy couples swear by: *marriage meetings*. 💬✨ Find out how often you should have these meetings, what they’re really for, and the surprising topics Dyanna enc...

Health and Fitness with Erin In this week’s episode of *Energy Shift with Erin*, Erin dives into the often-overwhelming world of perimenopause symptoms and shares practical tips to help women feel like themselves again! Learn how to: - Manage weight fluctuations, mood changes, and sleep issues. - Improve liver and gut health for better energy and reduced inflammation. - Prioritize resistance train...

Health and Fitness with Erin In this week’s episode of  Energy Shift with Erin , Erin tackles one of the biggest stressors for busy moms—Mondays!    Learn how to reframe your mindset, prepare for the week ahead, and create routines that reduce overwhelm and decision fatigue. From meal prepping hacks to tips for managing tricky interpersonal relationships, Erin shares practical strategies to make y...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples In this compelling episode of  Our Love Story , join licensed couples counselor Dyanna Eisel and Katie as they tackle a real-life relationship dilemma straight from the MOMnationAZ community. From trust issues and social media boundaries to financial dynamics and emotional safety, this episode dives deep into the challenges modern couples face and offers actiona...

Health and Fitness with Erin Welcome to the inaugural episode of  Energy Shift with Erin ! As a multi-certified nutritionist and personal trainer, Erin introduces her mission to help busy moms improve their health, wellness, and mindset.    In this episode, Erin dives into the four foundational pillars of wellness—hydration, movement, protein intake, and fiber—and shares practical tips for creatin...

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New! Join Katie as she chats with Janice Jaicks, a powerhouse entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience in fitness, wellness, and small business coaching. Janice shares her inspiring journey, actionable tips for moms transitioning into business, and insider insights into the fitness industry.    Whether you're looking to start a new career, elevat...

Mental Wealth, Leave a New Legacy In this heartfelt episode of  Mental Wealth , Katie and Laura dive deep into a topic that resonates with so many moms: navigating the emotional challenges of parenting through divorce and supporting a child struggling with feelings of disconnection and depression. Together, they explore: The impact of parental conflict on children. Practical strategies to foster c...

From The Heart, Inspiring Stories told by Inspiring Women Imagine being a single mom, navigating life with a newborn diagnosed with a rare blood disorder, all while battling the trauma of an abusive past. 💔In this episode of From the Heart, Katie sits down with Lita Mae, a MOMnation mom whose story is the epitome of resilience and transformation. From surviving emotional and physical abuse to fin...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples In this compelling episode of Our Love Story, join certified couples counselor Dyanna Eisel and Katie as they delve into the strong predictors of divorce. Discover the key signs that may indicate a relationship is on the brink and learn about the role of discernment counseling in making informed decisions about the future of your partnership.   Key Topics Covere...

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New! Dive into the world of self-discovery and relationship dynamics with Jeanine, a hypnotherapist, Karuna Reiki master, and relationship coach. In this episode, we explore the power of understanding your attachment styles, breaking patterns, and embracing self-love to attract healthier, lasting relationships. Whether you're navigating midlife transi...

Mental Wealth, Leave a New Legacy 🔥 Ready for some real talk about your screen time? In this episode of Mental Wealth, we're exposing the TRUTH about social media's grip on mom life! 👩‍👦 Ever caught yourself mindlessly scrolling while your kid tells you about their day? You're not alone! Join host Katie and mental health expert Laura as they break down: ✨ Why your brain CRAVES that...

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New! In this eye-opening episode Live and Learn, professional dog trainer Candie from Corgi Town USA breaks down the REAL reasons behind your dog's behavior. Discover: • The surprising truth about "revenge" behavior in dogs • Why traditional training methods might be making things worse • The secret "threshold" technique that trans...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples. In this insightful episode of Our Love Story, certified couples counselor Dyanna Eisel joins Katie to explore the four fundamental trauma responses in relationship conflicts: Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn. Learn how these responses shape our conflict styles and discover practical strategies for healthier communication during disagreements. Key topics covered:...

From The Heart, Inspiring Stories told by Inspiring Women Imagine being 21 years old, holding your 11-month-old baby, and realizing the man you married had been unfaithful. No job, no plan—just heartbreak and the daunting path ahead. 💔 In this episode of From the Heart, Katie sits down with a MOMnation mom who didn’t just survive one divorce, but two. Her journey is raw, real, and incredibly insp...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples Navigating the holidays as a couple can be magical—but let’s face it, it can also be stressful! From managing finances to juggling family expectations, the season brings unique challenges that can test even the strongest relationships. In this episode, we’re breaking down the 4 major stressors most couples face during the holidays and sharing practical tools to...

Mental Wealth, Leave a New Legacy Feeling overwhelmed, fearful, or out of control? Whether it’s navigating a challenging work environment or coping with the emotional impact of the 2024 presidential election results, learning to regulate your emotions is key. 🧘‍♀️✨ In this video, we’ll explore practical tools to help you regain your calm, shift your mindset, and respond with clarity instead of r...

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New! In this episode, we talk puppies with Keri, the heart and soul behind The Smiling Golden Ranch. 💛 ✨ Here’s what we covered: • Puppy basics: food suggestions and the importance of early socialization🐶 • Why Golden Retrievers are the ultimate family companions and service dogs❤️ • Exciting updates: the upcoming litter and waiting list 💬 Whether you...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples In this episode, we dive into the fascinating phenomenon of Rip Wheeler from Yellowstone—the rugged, brooding cowboy who has sparked intense feelings across living rooms everywhere. But why is Rip such a trigger in relationships? Is he ruining marriages, or could he actually be improving them? We explore how Rip’s character can act as a mirror, revealing unmet n...

From The Heart, Inspiring Stories told by Inspiring Women Meet Jordyn, a passionate and determined mom navigating life as a neurodiverse parent with ADHD. Her journey took a pivotal turn when she discovered that her son was on the autism spectrum. Through her experiences, she’s learned to embrace both the challenges and the incredible joys of neurodiversity. Now, she’s on a mission to empower othe...

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New! In this *Live and Learn* episode, Jenn Stone dives into a vital yet often overlooked topic: aging and end-of-life planning. Jenn, a certified elder care and end-of-life doula, shares her compassionate insights on how we can better support our aging loved ones, including filling gaps often left by traditional hospice care. She covers essential steps l...

Mental Wealth, Leave a New Legacy In this episode of Mental Wealth, Katie and Laura tackle common holiday family gathering tensions, covering *Parenting Styles*, *Dietary Restrictions*, *New Partners*, *Alcohol Use*, and *Unresolved Past Issues*. They share insights and practical tips to help manage these tricky dynamics and keep gatherings more enjoyable for everyone. Tune in for insights on prot...

Our Love Story, Q&A for Couples. Get ready to dive into the juiciest drama of Love is Blind with a professional twist! Our favorite seasoned couples therapist Dyanna Eisel, reveals some of what’s happening between the cast members currently—breaking down the red flags, emotional blow-ups, and relationship dynamics, all with insights moms can relate to. Don't forget to like, comment, rate and s...

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New! In this powerful episode of *Live and Learn*, we dive into a life-saving conversation with heart health advocate Stacy Johnson. Discover the shocking truth about heart disease—the leading cause of death in women—and why it's rarely discussed. Stacy shares some of her personal story, eye-opening statistics, and practical tips to take control of your h...

Live and Learn with Katie, Learn Something New! In this episode of *Live and Learn*, Katie welcomes back Malka, the Organized Fairy, for another round of practical tips on organizing the home and managing kid-related clutter. Known for her popular episode on laundry, Malka brings her expertise to help moms tackle the chaos that comes with kids and their toys. Malka explains how to set up spaces li...