The Life Coach for Working Moms Podcast

When Molly joined Beyond Balance , she already felt pretty on top of her time—organized, methodical, and definitely not in crisis mode. But a few small shifts have made her days feel even better. In this episode, you'll hear how she went from rigid schedules and list overload to a more flexible approach with "snack-sized" to-dos and energy cycle planning. She's even learned to embrace interruptibl...

Katelyn was doing everything—thriving in a demanding career, raising a toddler, volunteering in her community—but feeling the early signs of burnout. In this conversation, she shares the small but powerful mindset shifts and planning tweaks that helped her find time for herself, strengthen her partnership at home, and feel more present with her toddler. If you've ever felt like you "should" be abl...

If you've ever thought, "I used to be so organized… what happened?" — this episode is for you.   Katelyn shares a relatable story (involving a hairdryer) to illustrate why the time management tools that used to work might work not anymore — and why that's not your fault. Learn how to reset your expectations, update your systems, and give yourself permission to evolve with your life.   ============...

In this action-packed replay of Katelyn's most recent training, she teaches:   The 4 steps to create more space in your schedule   Why it's not enough to just look at your calendar   How to think about your time so you're not so stressed by all you have to do   How to keep up with this process even when life gets busy and the unexpected happens   This is a class on what's working for Katelyn and h...

Do you ever feel like you add more items to your to-do list than you cross off? It's frustrating to work so hard and never get "caught up".     In this episode, Katelyn shares a powerful mindset shift that every working mom needs to hear: your to-do list isn't meant to be finished. And expecting that you'll one day get "caught up" will only lead to frustration. Tune in to hear what to do instead f...

In this episode, Katelyn talks with Diane, a working mom and HR manager, about her goal of slowing down and being more present with her family. Diane shares how small, intentional shifts—like realistic planning, clearing her post-it "wallpaper," and setting boundaries with work—helped her move from overwhelmed and reactive to more present and in control. From truly disconnecting on vacation to fee...

Tired of making plans you never follow through on? In this episode, we're talking about why it's so hard to do the things you say you're going to do — and what to do about it. Whether it's getting more sleep, meal planning, or tackling your to-do list, you'll learn five simple, practical strategies to rebuild trust with yourself and start taking action (even when life is busy).   =================...

If you've ever thought - "there's no way I can do that with everything I have going on" - you're going to want to listen to this episode. I'm joined by my Beyond Balance client Ashley — a working mom of two young kids who shares her journey of setting and actually achieving her goals by meeting herself where she is.   We talk about how she finally started strength training after months of "thinkin...

Feeling scattered, behind, and short on time? What if the fix is so much simpler than you think? In this episode, Katelyn gets real about why we often overlook the simplest solutions—like getting more sleep, writing things down, and previewing your calendar—because they seem too basic. But what if simple is actually the secret to being consistent? Tune in for a refreshing reminder that you don't n...

Jodi is a working mom with a big, blended family, a full-time job, a business, and a lot of moving parts. In this episode, she shares how she went from feeling scattered and exhausted to building systems that brought her more peace, flexibility, and presence. Systems that carried her through kid illnesses, work travel, and buying a new house. We talk about what building a sustainable life means an...

In this final episode of the Ready or Not mini-series, Katelyn challenges the belief that change has to be big—or hard—to be worth it. And even when life feels uncertain or chaotic and you might be inclined to stick with the status quo, change can actually make life easier. Too often, we settle for "good enough" without realizing how much better things could be. If you're feeling stuck or stretche...

In the second episode of the Ready or Not mini-series, Katelyn walks through how to prepare for and navigate change —especially the kind you choose to make. From shifting routines to bigger life decisions, she shares why waiting for things to "settle down" never works and how thinking ahead can make change feel more manageable. With relatable stories and a reminder of just how much change you alre...

In this first episode of the Ready or Not mini-series, Katelyn tackles the question so many of us ask when we're considering change: Is it the right time? Whether you're thinking about a new job, tweaking a routine, or making time for something new, the timing rarely feels right. She explains why your brain resists change, even when it's for the better—and how waiting for the "perfect time" might...

You've heard the phrase "she's living her best life" —but what does that really mean when you're juggling deadlines, daycare pickups, and dinner plans?   In this episode, Katelyn explores what it looks like for working moms—and why it might not require a big career change, a vacation abroad, or even more hours in your day. If you're tired of just making it through each day and want to be someone w...

Is "fun" missing from your busy working mom life? In this honest and heartfelt episode, Katelyn Denning opens up about her own journey from being the serious, task-focused mom to becoming someone who laughs, dances, and plays — without sacrificing her career or responsibilities. If you've ever felt like there's no space for fun between meetings, meal prep, and managing your family's schedule, this...

How often do you catch yourself saying, "I'm busy," "I'm tired," or "I don't know"? Those little phrases might seem insignificant in the moment, but they can be silently impacting what you're capable of as a working mom. In this episode, you'll hear a real story from a client who caught herself habitually saying one of these phrases, learn to recognize your own default responses, and walk away wit...

Feeling stretched thin trying to do it all? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive into why asking for help can feel so hard—especially for working moms—and how learning to do it well can change everything. From mindset shifts to practical scripts and real-life examples, you'll walk away with the tools and confidence to ask for (and accept) support from the small everyday things to the season...

This is your permission slip to do a little less. If you've ever felt like you're giving everything you have—and then some—it's time to explore a radical but freeing idea: What if your 70% effort is the equivalent of everyone else's 100%?   In this episode we're exploring what it means to show up, deliver, and lead as a high-achieving woman—especially when you're balancing work and motherhood. It...

If your inbox feels like one more thing on your already overloaded to-do list, you're not alone. In this episode, I'm talking about the tense topic of email management. What started as a personal experiment to escape inbox overwhelm turned into a game-changing system that's simple, sustainable, and built for real life.   Whether you're juggling work emails, school sign-ups, mychart notifications,...

If you've ever gotten to the end of the summer and wondered where the time went, this episode is for you! Learn a simple five-step process to help you create a meaningful summer that fits into your working mom schedule without the stress or pressure to do it all. A summer bucket list is a way to add fun and novelty to the season while also keeping expectations realistic given the time and energy t...

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing the five essential routines that help me maintain life during busy seasons like "Maycember." These are my ride-or-die systems that keep life running smoothly when our schedules get hectic, I have very little energy, or something unexpected pops up. I'm sharing exactly what these five routines are and what they look like in my everyday life...

Are you staring at the calendar for May wondering how this month could get any busier? They call it "Maycember" for a reason. It's that sneaky month when end-of-school activities, performances, Mother's Day, teacher appreciation, graduation, and spring sports collide in a perfect storm of chaos.     It's a lot - trust me, I feel it too. But you don't have to white-knuckle your way through it. In t...

Feeling like you're drowning in responsibilities while doing the bare minimum everywhere? So did my client Allison. In this episode, she reveals the game-changing mindset shift that helped her stop feeling like a victim of her busy schedule and the practical planning techniques that now allow her to accomplish more in the time that she has.     Allison had had success with therapy, but knew she ne...

In this heartfelt episode, my client Lisa shares her remarkable transformation going from feeling like "a robot" juggling work and childcare to becoming someone who reads 100 books a year, trains for races, and even writes for fun—all while excelling in her nonprofit career and raising two young kids.     When Lisa first joined Beyond Balance in 2022, she was drowning in the demands of a new job,...

Meet my Beyond Balance client Co, a full-time data analyst and mother of two who was drowning in missed appointments, work struggles, and the constant feeling of failing at home and work simultaneously. Despite being a grown woman 😉 with 11 years of parenting experience, she couldn't figure out how to make it all work—until now.     Listen as Co reveals the surprisingly simple shifts that transfo...