Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood

Have you ever been chasing a life goal so hard that you didn't realize it was the very thing crushing you? Sometimes the most empowering thing we can do for our mental health isn't to "push through," but to intentionally take a dream off our plate. In this episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia sit down with Tiffany, a former client who face...

Are you already feeling exhausted by the pressure to create a "magical" summer before the first popsicle has even melted? If your social media feed is making you feel like you’re failing at fun, we want to remind you—you are doing enough. In this episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia (coaches for parents) tackle the pervasive weight of summer expec...

Have you ever walked out of a doctor's appointment or a school meeting feeling like your concerns were patted on the head and dismissed? It’s that frustrating sensation of being put at the "kids' table" while the "experts" decide what's best for your family. In this episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia explore how to reclaim...

Do you ever find yourself waiting—maybe even hoping—that someone in your house will finally notice how hard you're working and step in to save the day? When that "rescue" doesn't happen, it’s so easy for resentment to start overflowing your plate. In this episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia dive into the bold concept of "Baking Your...

Do you ever feel like you’re expected to have all the answers just because you’re the parent? We believe that behind every thriving child is a parent who feels seen, supported, and validated. In this "get to know us" episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia share the 20-year journey that led them from college peer counseling to founding The Parent Emp...

Admit it: The phrase "relaxing family vacation" can sometimes feel like a cruel joke. If your trips involve more mom burnout and logistical gymnastics than actual rest, we are calling BS. It’s time to stop treating vacations like a second, unpaid job and start demanding your slice of the pie. In this episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia (coaches f...

Have you felt more like a "hot mess" than a "Mom of the Year" lately? It is time to drop the "perfect mom" act and embrace the strength that comes from simply being human alongside your kids. In the conclusion of our series on Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia (coaches for parents) dive deeper into the magic of modeling real coping ski...

What happens when the "mom tears" start flowing right at the dinner table? We’ve all been told that we need to be the "strong ones" for our kids, but what if our vulnerability is actually the greatest gift we can give them? In Part 1 of this series on Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny shares a raw story about a particularly tough week and the wisdom her pre...

Thriving doesn’t always mean doing more —sometimes it means doing what matters most by doing significantly less . How do you manage your plate when it feels like nothing can be dropped? In the conclusion of this series, Jenny and Felicia provide practical strategies for lowering the bar during sick days, messy house seasons, and high-stress transitions. We’re leaning into the idea that rest, imper...

Are you a parent stretched so thin that "thriving" feels like a cruel joke? Whether you’re navigating a major life change, solo parenting, or just drowning in the daily juggle, there are seasons where your only job is to get through the day. In Part 1 of this series on Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia (coaches for parents) give you a formal permission sl...

Ever feel like you’re the only person in your house who knows when the next playdate is or whose birthday is coming up? Being the "social secretary" for your family is a specific kind of mental load that can leave your plate feeling heavy and your energy tanks empty. In this candid episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia (coaches for parents) dive in...

Have you ever found yourself one meltdown away from hiding in the pantry with a bag of snacks and a quiet cry? If you are feeling tired, touched out , and questioning if you’re doing any of this "right," we want you to know—you are not alone. In this episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia (coaches for parents) get real about parenting sensitive kids...

Do you feel like you’re the glue holding everyone together, yet somehow your own name never makes it onto the family schedule? When we constantly put ourselves last, the result isn't just exhaustion—it’s parental burnout that impacts the energy of the entire home. In this episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia (coaches for parents) introduce the concept o...

Have you ever been told to "just take five minutes for yourself," only to feel a wave of frustration because your plate is already so overflowing that five minutes feels like an impossible luxury? When every moment of your day is already spoken for, adding "self-care" can feel like just another heavy obligation. In this foundational episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Rea...

Are you tired of being told that "successful" parents get up at 5 AM to run five miles and meditate before their kids wake up? If the thought of a pre-dawn routine makes you want to hide under the covers, we want you to know—you are doing a great job exactly as you are. In this episode of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felicia (coaches for parents) dive into t...

Are you tired of the "screen time wars" making you feel like a failure before you’ve even had your morning coffee? Whether you’ve got the TV on for background sanity or you’re strictly "no screens" until age four, the guilt of modern parenting can feel like a heavy weight on your plate. In the Season 1 premiere of Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood , Jenny and Felic...