Simple Health for Moms (Sustainable Fitness & Hormone Health)

If your house looks like summer threw a party and forgot to clean up, you are not alone. The kids are back in school, but instead of relief, you’re staring at the clutter thinking, where do I even start? That’s why I invited Jenny Layton, creator of The Happy Gal and host of the Life Organized podcast. Jenny’s not just about organizing tips; she helps moms find peace and energy through simple, sus...

What if the fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn belly weight you’ve been battling has nothing to do with willpower—or how “disciplined” you are? In this episode, I’m sharing the exact conversation I wish someone had with me years ago. Whether you’ve just had a baby or you’re feeling off in your 30s, 40s, or beyond… your body is changing. And it’s time we learn how to care for it differently. I’ll wal...

What happens when motherhood doesn’t look anything like what you pictured? Maybe you dreamed of the perfect little family, neat, predictable, just like you planned. And then life threw you curveballs you never saw coming. My guest today is my dear friend, Brittney Phillips, and her story is full of the kind of real-life twists that so many moms are quietly walking through. Infertility, adoption, d...

You ever have one of those moments—folding towels or stirring dinner—when it hits you: This is the season I always dreamed of ? That’s where I’m at right now. My oldest is heading to college, summer flew by, and back-to-school season is knocking. In the middle of the chaos—supplies, schedules, nerves—I want to share one tradition that grounds our family every year: our Back-to-School Dinner . It’s...

If you’ve ever thought something needs to change in my marriage, but you’re not sure where to begin — this conversation is your starting point. And spoiler alert: it doesn’t start with “fixing” your partner. It starts with you. In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Louder — a certified sex and marriage coach who completely changed how I show up in my relationship (and honestly, in my whole life)...

From the moment I started this podcast, I knew I wanted to make space for stories that weren’t all wrapped up with a bow—stories where moms are still in the thick of it, still figuring it out, still showing up. Because sometimes, hearing another mom say, “Yep, this is hard, and here’s how I keep going,” is exactly what we need to hear. Today, I’m talking with my friend Katie Nemelka—mom of five, a...

You ever have one of those days where you think, “Why am I this tired when I haven’t even done that much?” Like... you didn’t run a marathon or solve world peace—and yet your body, your brain, your soul just feels done . Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on the real reason moms feel so burnt out. I’m talking about: The emotional overload of motherhood What it means to be the default parent (an...

Feel like your health is hanging by a thread? Lost your spark in motherhood? I’ve been there. After my fourth baby, I was drained, overwhelmed, and felt like I had nothing left for me. I thought I needed a major life overhaul—intense workouts, crazy diets, or a cleanse. But what really changed everything? Small, simple habits. In today’s episode of Moms on the Rise, I’m sharing 5 habits that compl...

Have you ever looked up from your phone and thought… what just happened? You weren’t really resting, you weren’t really connecting—you were just kind of… there. Stuck in scroll mode. The laundry sat untouched, your kids had to repeat themselves, and somehow 45 minutes disappeared into thin air. You’re not alone, and today we’re talking about it. This episode isn’t about deleting every app and toss...

Hey mama! Ever have one of those days where everything feels hard and you just label it a bad day ? But what if it’s not actually bad? What if it’s just… part of the story? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a simple but powerful story that shifted how I see the hard stuff—like the chaos, the disappointments, the days that don’t go as planned. It’s a gentle reminder that we don’t have to label everyt...

Raise your hand if you’ve said this before: “Okay. THIS time, I’m really going to stick with it.”  🙋‍♀️ You meant it. You wanted it. But then life happened—a sick kid, a stressful week, exhaustion—and it fell apart. Again. And now, you’re standing in the wreckage of “Day 1” wondering if it’s even worth trying again. Mama… I see you. And this episode? It’s for  you . Today we’re diving d...

Raise your hand if you’ve ever said,  “That’s it. I’m starting over Monday.”  🙋‍♀️ You are SO not alone—and more importantly, you’re not failing. The truth? You’re just stuck in a pattern that isn’t sustainable. In today’s episode of  Moms on the Rise , I’m sharing 4 powerful mindset shifts that every mom needs to finally break free from the “start over” cycle—and create real consi...

Have you ever started a new diet full of motivation, only to feel completely burned out and back where you started a few weeks later? You're not alone. And you're not failing. The system is. In this honest, empowering episode of  Moms on the Rise , Camille Beckstrand opens up about the diet burnout nearly every mom experiences—and why it’s time to get off the roller coaster for good. If you’r...

Feeling stuck? Like you have so much to do that you don’t even know where to start — so you don’t start at all? You’re not lazy. You’re not failing. You’re overwhelmed. And this episode of  Moms on the Rise  is here to help. Camille Beckstrand, mom of 4 and creator of the brand-new  75 Rise  program, shares how breaking her goals down into tiny, doable steps changed  every...

Have you ever tried 75 Hard…and quit? (More than once?) You’re not alone, and you’re  not  a failure. In today’s episode of  Moms on the Rise , Camille Beckstrand gets real about her experience with the viral 75 Hard challenge — and why it just didn’t work for her as a busy mom of four. From the unrealistic pressure to the rigid all-or-nothing rules, she shares how this challenge le...

Ever feel like you’re doing all the things but still stuck in the same spot? Maybe it’s not your schedule or circumstances—it’s the story you’re telling yourself about who you are. In this episode of Moms on the Rise , we’re diving into that inner narrative—the one quietly shaping your choices. You’ll hear real stories from moms like Sarah and Lisa, who shifted their mindset and started creating c...

A little over a year ago, I found out I was pre-diabetic. I was so fatgiued everyday - it was deeper than needing more sleep - and I just chalked it up to “mom life" (especially after my doctor told me it was normal for moms my age to feel tired). But it turns out, my body was trying to tell me something important… and I’m so glad I finally listened. In this episode, I’m sharing the full story—wha...

Do you ever find yourself at a school event or sitting at the park, chatting with another mom who just seems to have it all together ? She’s got the glowing skin, the well-behaved kids, the pre-baby jeans that still fit. And while you’re smiling on the outside, inside there’s this quiet little voice that says, “Why does she get that—and I don’t?” In this episode, we’re talking about that feeling....

Have you been waking up feeling just a little off? Like your days are starting to blur together and you're craving something more—more energy, more clarity, more you? If you're nodding along, this episode is your sign. I created something simple and powerful to help you reset, and I’m sharing where it came from and how it can support you too. A few small shifts really can change how you feel. You...

Today, we’re talking about a different kind of glow up—one that doesn’t involve 18-step routines, expensive products, or pretending you’re not completely touched out. This one’s for your mental health. For your soul. I’m sharing 8 simple, doable shifts (straight from a therapist’s to-do list!) that’ll help you feel more grounded, more connected, and more like you again—right in the middle of the c...

Today, I’m sharing one powerful perspective shift that changed how I move through motherhood — and the 3 simple, doable ways I’m learning to treat even the ordinary, chaotic, exhausting days like the treasures they are. In this episode, we’ll explore: How to choose connection over your checklist (and why it matters more than you think) What it looks like to move the needle forward in just one area...

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right when it comes to losing weight? You’re squeezing in workouts, eating healthy, maybe even tracking your meals... but the scale’s not moving, your energy’s still low, and you’re left wondering, what the heck is going on?! Today, I’m breaking down the one thing most moms are missing when it comes to weight loss — and no, it’s not another workout p...

The month of May can feel like a pressure cooker for moms — school events, sports, recitals, parties, and the never-ending to-do list. But what if the thing exhausting you most isn’t the schedule itself… but your  thoughts around it ? In this quick, bonus pep talk, I’m sharing a powerful mindset shift that can help you stop fighting the chaos and start moving through it with more peace and st...

This episode comes straight from the heart—because sometimes, life doesn’t just challenge us, it knocks the wind right out of our lungs. Motherhood is full of hard things—some we expect (hello, birth and sleepless nights), and some that blindside us, leaving us breathless and broken. Maybe you’ve faced something life-altering—a diagnosis, a loss, a divorce—or maybe it’s quieter than that: the slow...

Welcome back to Moms On the Rise—and this isn't just any episode… it's our 100th episode!! Today’s episode is extra special because I’m not only celebrating this 100-episode milestone, but I also recently turned 40 years old. And let me tell you—it’s been a year of big reflection and even bigger appreciation for life. In honor of both of these beautiful milestones, I’m sharing 10 life lessons that...