Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity

Some seasons feel like they just won’t let up—whether it’s the circumstances you intentionally chose or things outside of your control that landed in your lap. In today’s episode, I’m sharing how I walk through those fuller-than-normal seasons with less overwhelm by focusing on what I can control, even when I can’t control the situation itself. We’ll talk about the power of words in shaping your b...

Scaling a business as a mom can feel exciting and exhausting all at once, especially when the weight of doing everything yourself starts to take its toll. That’s why I’m so excited to have Hannah Findsyz on the show today! Hannah is a follower of Jesus, fire wife, toddler girl mama, and an OBM & Systems Strategist for CEO moms who want to grow their business and deepen their impact without the...

Every once in a while, life gives you a chance to step out of the everyday and into something that has the potential to become a core memory. Recently, I had the gift of creating one of those core memories with my 5-year-old daughter—a girls’ trip that turned into so much more than I expected. From hotel pools to splash pads to coffee shop stops, it was the sweetest reminder of what happens when w...

Grief can feel heavy, messy, and—if you haven’t walked through it yourself—confusing to navigate when someone you love is hurting. Over the past few years, our family has walked through a few seasons of deep loss, and one thing I’ve learned is how much it matters to have people who show up in tangible, thoughtful ways. In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing what it’s looked like for...

What if launching something new in your business didn’t have to feel like stepping off a cliff—what if it could feel rooted, purposeful, and led by the Lord? Today, I’m finally pulling back the curtain on a project I’ve been hinting at for a while—my very first retreat! I’m hosting it alongside my dear friend Jordan Jones, and in this episode we’re sharing all the details: who it’s for, why we’re...

What if joy isn’t something you wait around to feel—but something you can actually practice, even in the messiest seasons? Today I’m sitting down with my friend Rachel Awtrey—mama to two boys, military wife, blogger, and podcast host—for one of my favorite conversations we’ve had on the show. We’re talking about what it looks like to love your life… even when you don’t like everything about it. Ra...

Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you try, you just can’t get ahead—always chasing your to-do list but never actually catching up? You’re not alone, and today’s episode of Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms is for you. We’re digging into the secret to breaking free from that cycle: momentum. Not the fast, flashy kind our culture pushes, but the steady, faithful steps that truly move you forward....

Hi, friend! This episode is a real and unfiltered look at the season I’m walking through. From grieving a sudden loss to battling imposter syndrome when my rhythms fell apart, I’m sharing what it’s looked like behind the scenes. We’ll talk about the guilt of not having it all together, the pressure to be perfect, and the reminder that it’s because of our struggles—not in spite of them—that we can...

Ever feel like your days are so full, you're making decisions on the fly and running on fumes? In this episode, I’m giving you a peek behind the curtain of my very full summer. VBS prep, hosting my sister’s bridal showerr, appointments, and trying to squeeze in work wherever I could. With so much going on, I didn’t have space to make thoughtful decisions every day. What helped me stay grounded was...

Have you ever gone through a season where spending time with God felt harder than usual? Maybe your Bible sits unopened for days (or weeks), your prayers feel rushed, or you’re caught in a cycle of guilt and perfectionism that makes it even harder to get back into rhythm. If so, friend, you are not alone. In today’s episode, I’m opening up about a very real and current struggle in my own faith wal...

Have you ever struggled with maybe feeling a little lonely as you pursue business goals and pushing yourself to grow in new ways, personally and professionally? I’ve totally been there, too. In this episode, I’m doing something I’ve never done before: pulling back the curtain and sharing some of my personal voice memos lately and taking you behind the scenes into a raw, unfiltered conversation wit...

Have you ever noticed how some of the best conversations happen in the in-between moments—like a late-night drive home with a car full of tired (but still wide awake) kids? In this Memos in the Margins episode, Mat and I hit record on just that kind of moment to share a candid look into our 4th of July traditions, family rhythms, and the unexpected lessons we’ve learned about true hospitality. We’...

Have you been looking at the calendar lately and thinking, how on earth is it July already?! You’ve been doing your best-keeping kids fed, the business running, laundry (mostly) caught up-but somewhere along the way, the slower pace you hoped for keeps getting drowned out by everything that still needs to get done. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the hidden cost of trying to do it all this season...

Is it just me, or does summer always seem to fly by faster than it should? You start the season with all the best intentions—pool days, slow evenings on the porch, maybe even a spontaneous road trip—but before you know it, you're staring down August wondering where the time went. If you’ve ever felt that tension between wanting to be more present with your kids and still keeping up with the rest o...

Have you ever had a routine or system that used to work beautifully… and then suddenly, it just doesn’t? In this Memos in the Margins episode, we’re talking about what to do when a once-reliable rhythm starts falling apart—and how to figure out where the breakdown is happening without burning the whole thing to the ground. If you’ve struggled with knowing something is off with one of your routines...

Do you feel like you’re constantly behind, no matter how much you get done? If your brain is juggling a hundred tabs and you’re trying to hold everything together—business, home, motherhood—this episode is for you! We’re talking about the real reason you feel maxed out, why burnout isn’t a sign of failure, and how to reset when your capacity feels tapped out. I’m sharing a powerful coaching moment...

In this Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing what a full weekend hosting a guest taught me about our current rhythms—and how it confirmed just how life-giving a little margin can be. We’re talking about how I’m planning for spontaneity in our schedule, building in time to say yes to last-minute adventures and what new rhythms I'm building into our summer bucket list as a result.  If you’re cr...

What happens when you stop trying to keep up—and start building a life that actually fits? In this episode, I’m joined by TEDx speaker, 9x author, and top podcast host Stephanie May Wilson, who shares the behind-the-scenes of her family’s bold move from Nashville to Spain with twin toddlers and how it completely reset their rhythms, priorities, and perspective.  We’re diving into what she learned...

What if your weekly schedule made space for fun just because? In this Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing a peek into our current Friday Funday rhythm—why we started it, how it’s been a game-changer for our homeschool flow, and what it looks like to carve out intentional time for adventure with just me and the kids (even while running a business). I’m walking you through how we manage to get...

In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at a recent business trip—and some of the powerful mindset shifts that came with it! We’re talking about the real work that happens before success shows up on the outside, and what it takes to become the version of yourself who can actually hold the next level of growth in life and business. I’m also diving into a mom...

Have you ever gone on vacation only to realize it takes days to actually unwind-only to finally relax…and it’s already time to head home? If you're an entrepreneur mom who’s struggled to truly rest on vacation-or who dreads the exhausting “re-entry” back into work and home life-this episode is for you. In this short and real-time behind-the-scenes chat, I’m sharing the simple rhythm I tried on my...

If you’ve ever felt like marketing your business means being glued to your phone 24/7 or burning out trying to keep up, this episode is for you! Today I’m chatting with my friend Addy Lopes, a marketing genius who has mastered the art of building a business that works with motherhood—not against it. She is sharing how to simplify your marketing in a way that honors your energy, time, and values to...

In this Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing practical tips for how entrepreneur moms can prepare to truly rest and unplug during vacation. You’ll hear how to set yourself up for success by front-loading work, creating space to disconnect, and building in small buffers that help you relax without the guilt. I also share a powerful mindset shift about recognizing when a busy week is a purposef...

It’s time for another REPORT episode—my monthly check-in where I share what I’ve been Reading, Eating, Playing, Obsessing, Recommending, and Treating. These episodes are such a fun way to reflect on the rhythms, routines, and simple joys that are shaping this season, and you guys have told me how much you love the peek behind the scenes! In this month’s roundup, I’m sharing our new favorite weekda...

Have you ever said yes to something with the best intentions—only to realize later that your capacity just wasn’t there anymore? In this honest Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing a real-time behind-the-scenes moment where I had to make a decision to step back from something I had planned for. Between business and motherhood, my week filled up fast, and even though I technically had time, I...