Dr. Amber Curtis
More Time for Mom
Are you a worn-out mom who used to be the star of the office, spend 45 minutes doing your hair and makeup, and take romantic getaways before you had kids…but now you’re constantly behind and out of PTO at work, there are three days’ worth of dishes piled in the sink, the kids scream when tablet time is over, and you’re so touched out by 8pm that you scroll Instagram instead of spending time with your husband? Welcome to the club. If you’re paralyzed by what to do first whenever you miraculously find 15 free minutes and fall asleep in tears because you’ve always tried to do everything right b...
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Dr. Amber Curtis
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Jul 7, 2026
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Episodes
The GREATEST Gift You Can Give Your Kids (It's So Not What You Think!) 01.07.2025 24:07
Send us Fan Mail Every mom wants to give their kids the world: to spare them from hardship, set them up for success, & see them be happy. Yet that’s NOT what your kids need from you the most! The greatest gift a mom can give her kids isn’t stuff. It’s not even time & attention. What your kids need most is to see you take ownership of your OWN happiness! To model healthy emotional regulatio...
6 Truths About Making Time for YOU 24.06.2025 20:30
Send us Fan Mail As a busy mom, there’s so much you dream of doing for yourself and yet every time you think you’re finally going to get to it, something else gets in the way. In this episode, I share a recent struggle I had that exemplifies the challenge EVERY mom faces anytime you wants to steal away and do something for you. Through it all, there are six ultimate truths that you should expect t...
Which Phase of Personal Development Are YOU In? The 3 Stages of Self-Growth 19.06.2025 30:38
Send us Fan Mail How would you describe your current life: awful, okay, or amazing? In this episode, I break down the three distinct stages of personal growth ALL moms go through (what I call Triage, Transformation, and Triumph) so you can identify where you’re at in your own self-development journey and get the tools you need to advance to the next level, regardless of where you’re starting from....
You’ve Been Planning All Wrong: The Importance of SEASONAL Living 10.06.2025 18:05
Send us Fan Mail What if you’ve been planning your life all wrong? What if things didn’t have to feel so dang hard all the time? In this episode, you’ll learn all about the forgotten wisdom of seasonal living: that is, aligning your activities and expectations with what’s feasible for that specific time of YEAR. The hidden truth is that planning the same way all year long only sets you up for hard...
The WORST Thing You Can Say to a Stressed-Out Mom 03.06.2025 25:08
Send us Fan Mail When you’re stressed and overwhelmed, people naturally offer well-intentioned advice but there’s one thing that inevitably just makes you feel WORSE. In this episode, we’re breaking down what that is, why it’s so triggering, and what a stressed out mom really needs in that moment instead. Whether you’re the stressed out mom in this scenario OR the one trying to offer “help”, yo...
You've been Lied to: 3 Huge MYTHS about Time 27.05.2025 19:33
Send us Fan Mail You juggle so much and work so hard…so why does it never feel like enough? Because you’ve been lied to. In this powerful episode, I share three big myths about time that you, like me, surely fell for. These harmful false beliefs are so common that you might not even realize how strongly they pervade your everyday actions—but they really set you up for misery, if not failure. Don’...
The Mistake that Stole My Joy for YEARS 23.05.2025 4:25
Send us Fan Mail No one prepares you for the brutal reality that after having kids, your time is no longer your own. And yet, you NEED time for you in order to catch your breath, recharge your batteries, and show back up as the best version of yourself for your loved ones. Neglecting yourself and your desires only sets everyone up for disaster. ( Ask me how I know!!! ) Putting yourself at the bott...
3 Things You Need MORE Than Time to Be Productive 20.05.2025 27:22
Send us Fan Mail The #1 thing busy moms think they need to be productive is more time, but that’s a lie. There are actually THREE crucial things you need way more. Without these three things, you’re unlikely to be truly productive—even if you had all the time in the world! In this episode, you’ll learn why and how prioritization, energy, and self-worth that’s unchanged no matter how much you do (o...
Why Everything Always Feels SO Hard: 2 Culprits You Can't Ignore 13.05.2025 36:16
Send us Fan Mail Does it feel like you can never do enough, let alone good enough? It’s NOT your fault. In this episode, you’ll learn what’s REALLY to blame: toxic productivity culture and being out of sync with your body’s four natural energy rhythms. No one tells you this stuff. But man, they should! To say it’s life-changing sounds like an exaggeration, but it’s not. It’s crazy how powerful it...
When Mother’s Day Makes It Worse 09.05.2025 20:16
Send us Fan Mail Does Mother’s Day leave you feeling sad and disappointed? For so many women, Mother’s Day just brings up all kinds of hurt while adding pressure and setting expectations that often fall way short. In this episode, I dive into the many reasons why Mother’s Day can make moms feel worse and offer five tips to make it less hard. Must read: The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman! ...
The REAL Reason You're Not Productive (it's SO not what you think!) 06.05.2025 19:54
Send us Fan Mail The reasons you think you’re unproductive are wrong. There’s something way deeper going on that most moms have never considered. As a busy mom, you’ve always got more to do than time to do it. And yet it’s incredibly hard to be productive when you’re naturally affected by everyone else’s emotional distress. I give a personal example of how discord at home could have spiraled into...
The Postpartum Disaster I Never Saw Coming 02.05.2025 27:35
Send us Fan Mail You go into motherhood with so much excitement and joy, but the postpartum experience can quickly take you by surprise— especially because it’s so hard to prioritize your own needs and wellbeing after having a baby. In this vulnerable episode, I open up about my battle with postpartum depression and, much more importantly, the scientifically proven habits I’ve since learned are c...
Why Moms HAVE to Make Time for Themselves 02.05.2025 13:22
Send us Fan Mail Does making time for yourself feel impossible or even selfish as a busy mom? While you've heard that "self-care isn't selfish," the reality is that most moms put themselves last, and the eye-opening statistics show that when you don't prioritize your own happiness, the entire family suffers. In this powerful episode, I share shocking research about what ha...
Is 'Martyr Mentality' Hurting YOUR Kids? 02.05.2025 21:35
Send us Fan Mail There’s a brewing epidemic of martyr mentality among moms these days where well-intentioned mothers continually sacrifice their own needs and desires in the name of being a “good” mom, yet actually end up harming their family in the process. In this powerful episode, I unpack what martyr mentality is, how it can show up in moms’ daily lives, why it’s so problematic, where it comes...
How to End Mom Guilt FOR GOOD 01.05.2025 23:43
Send us Fan Mail Is mom guilt stealing your time, energy, and joy? You're not alone. 94% of moms report experiencing mom guilt, but most of the advice you've been given about overcoming it simply doesn't work. In this episode, I reveal where mom guilt really comes from, why traditional solutions fall short, and the ONE realization that finally helped me overcome it after years of st...
The Problem with To-Do Lists 01.05.2025 15:59
Send us Fan Mail Does your to-do list make you feel more stressed instead of more organized? Many busy moms believe to-do lists are the solution to their overwhelm, but these lists often create hidden problems that actually increase your stress and decrease your productivity. In this episode, I share my signature framework to help you pinpoint your priorities and finally break free from the endles...
Are You Making This Big Mistake? Capability vs. Capacity 01.05.2025 20:01
Send us Fan Mail Are you constantly beating yourself up for not being able to do as much as you believe you should? You might be confusing capability with capacity, and this common mistake is causing unnecessary stress, guilt, and even burnout for busy moms everywhere. In this eye-opening episode, I explain the crucial difference between what you're CAPABLE of doing versus what you have the C...
5 Reasons Dreams Die 01.05.2025 28:08
Send us Fan Mail Do you have a dream on your heart that feels further away than ever? You might be experiencing one of the common dream-destroyers that prevent busy moms from turning their goals into reality, even when they deeply desire to make them happen. In this candid episode, I share my personal journey of repeatedly postponing this very podcast and reveal the things causing our dreams as mo...
Introducing More Time for Mom with Dr. Amber Curtis 16.04.2025 5:08
Send us Fan Mail This isn’t your typical productivity or parenting podcast. More Time for Mom is where worn-out moms learn what no one else is talking about: the real, root causes behind all the things that make mom life feel SO hard. In this trailer, you'll find out who this show is for, what you'll get out of it, and why I'm so passionate about helping you overcome the hidden sou...
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