Kirsten + Mikaela

The Lil Mama That Could

Education EN ↓ 59 episodes

Welcome to The Lil Mama That Could—a real-talk podcast about motherhood, mental health, marriage, parenting, and everyday lifestyle moments. We’re Kirsten and Mikaela, best friends turned sister-in-laws doing motherhood side-by-side. If you’re a scrunchy mom craving honest conversations, relatable stories, and a supportive mom community, you’re in the right place. Let’s figure out this motherhood journey together.

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Kirsten + Mikaela

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Education

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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Finding Yourself After Just Getting By 06.07.2026

Finding Yourself After Just Getting By Have you ever looked up and realized you've been surviving... but not really living? Maybe you've been checking the boxes, taking care of everyone else, and making it through each day, only to realize somewhere along the way, you stopped feeling like you . If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. In this episode, we're talking about what it...

What I Couldn't See While I Was Living It 28.06.2026

Have you ever looked back on a hard season and realized God was working the entire time? In this episode, I'm sharing a personal life update and opening up about one of the biggest transitions our family has experienced. Looking back now, I can finally see what I couldn't see while I was living it. As moms, we spend so much time praying, waiting, wondering, and asking God, "What are Y...

You Are Still a Good Mom | Mothers day Edition 11.05.2026

If you have ever wondered if you are doing enough, struggled with feeling overwhelmed in motherhood, or felt like your are not living up to your potential as a mother, this conversation is for you. You are not alone, and you were never meant to do motherhood perfectly. This episode is a reminder for tired moms, overwhelmed moms, stay at home moms, working moms, and every woman navigating the beaut...

The Space After Busy: Finding Yourself in the Quiet 27.04.2026

What happens when the to-do list is finally… empty? 🤍 In a world that constantly tells us to stay busy, be productive, and always think ahead, the quiet can feel unfamiliar — even uncomfortable. In this episode, we’re talking about The Space After Busy and what it really looks like to sit in those rare moments where you don’t have to do anything… and choosing not to fill them just for the sake of...

How We're Finding Joy in the Small Moments of Motherhood 20.04.2026

Motherhood is beautiful… but let’s be honest — it’s not always joyful. 🤍 In this episode, we’re getting real about what it looks like to actually find joy in motherhood — even when you’re tired, overwhelmed, or stuck in the mundane. We share how our perspective has shifted, the seasons where joy felt hard to find, and the small, meaningful moments that helped us rediscover it again. If you’ve eve...

Stop Forcing Productivity in Every Season 13.04.2026

Ever feel like everyone else is energized, resetting routines, and getting things done… while you’re just trying to keep up? 🌿 When your motivation doesn’t match the season, it’s easy to feel behind — especially when social media is full of productivity, fresh starts, and “new season, new me” energy. In this episode, we’re talking about the reality of those slower seasons and why it’s okay when y...

Why Siblings Fight—and Why It’s Actually Okay 06.04.2026

Are your kids best friends one minute… and arguing the next? 😅 If the constant bickering has you wondering whether you’re doing something wrong, you’re not alone—and this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about sibling rivalry —why it happens, why it’s actually developmentally appropriate, and how to navigate it without feeling like a full-time referee. Because while the fighting can be fru...

Behind the Scenes of Our Lives 03.03.2026

What you see online is never the whole story. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain and sharing a real, unfiltered life update—the struggles we’ve been walking through, the prayers we’ve been praying, and the ways we’ve had to lean on God harder than we expected. Because sometimes the strongest seasons publicly are the stretching seasons privately. We’re talking about what’s been heavy,...

You Don’t Have a Spending Problem—You Have a Mindset Problem 23.02.2026

Spend Without Shame: The Art of Spending Money Ever notice how you can spend money all week… and still not feel satisfied? In this episode, we’re diving into the psychology of spending and why so many of us fall into mindless purchases, comparison traps, and the pressure to keep up. Inspired by The Art of Spending Money , we’re talking about how to shift from reactive, emotional spending to intent...

Why Restarting Matters More Than Staying Perfect 16.02.2026

Ever notice how missing a few days can turn into quitting altogether? That all-or-nothing voice creeps in fast: “Well, I already messed up… might as well stop.” In this episode, we’re talking about why restarting your goals matters more than staying perfect—and how the all-or-nothing mindset is keeping so many of us stuck. Whether it’s fitness, faith, routines, personal growth, or motherhood goals...

The Missing Ingredient in Most Marriages 09.02.2026

When was the last time your marriage felt fun —not just functional? In this episode, we’re talking about how to bring playfulness, laughter, and connection back into your marriage, especially in seasons where life feels heavy, busy, or all about survival. Because marriage isn’t meant to be another to-do list—and fun isn’t something you grow out of once kids, careers, and responsibilities pile on....

If Your Baby/Kid Won’t Sleep, Start Here W/ Sweet Siestas (Pediatric Sleep Consultant) 02.02.2026

Sleep. The thing every parent wants—and somehow feels impossible to figure out. In this episode, we’re diving into the topic of sleep training with honesty, nuance, and a whole lot of grace. Whether you’re exhausted, overwhelmed by advice, or feeling guilty for even considering sleep training, this conversation is here to bring clarity—not pressure. We talk about what sleep training really is (and...

More Isn’t Making You a Better Mom 26.01.2026

No matter how much you do, it still feels like you should be doing more . More activities. More patience. More productivity. More presence. More effort. In this episode, we’re talking about “more culture” in motherhood —the exhausting, never-ending pressure to give more, take on more, and become more… while that nagging voice in the back of your mind still whispers, “It’s not enough.” We unpack wh...

How to Show Up for Friends Without Draining Yourself 19.01.2026

What does it actually look like to serve your friends—without burning yourself out or building quiet resentment? In this episode, we’re having an honest, real-life conversation about service in friendship—what it looks like in busy seasons of motherhood, mental health struggles, and full calendars. Because showing up for your friends shouldn’t come at the cost of your own well-being. We talk about...

Things We’re Loving Lately (and Actually Use as Moms) 12.01.2026

Products we swear by. Routines that actually work. Mindshifts that changed everything. In this fun, honest, and relatable episode, we’re sharing our favorite things —the products we use on repeat, the routines that help us stay grounded in the chaos of motherhood, and the mindset shifts that have helped us show up better for ourselves and our families. From everyday mom essentials to simple habits...

What We're Leaving in 2025, and Bringing Into 2026 05.01.2026

What if 2026 isn’t about doing more… but about doing what actually matters? In this episode, we’re reflecting on what we’re leaving behind in 2025 and what we’re intentionally bringing into 2026 —as moms, wives, entrepreneurs, and women walking with God. We talk honestly about releasing the pressure to “balance it all,” the burnout that comes from striving, and the habits that no longer serve our...

Chosen, Not Perfect: What Mary Teaches Us About Trusting God 22.12.2025

What if being chosen by God doesn’t mean having it all together? In this episode, we’re diving into the life of Mary—the ordinary young woman God chose for an extraordinary calling—and what her story teaches us about faith, surrender, and trusting God when the plan doesn’t make sense. Mary wasn’t chosen because she was perfect. She was chosen because she was willing. And for moms navigating mother...

Stuck in the Mom Comparison Trap? Here’s How to Break Free. 08.12.2025

In today’s episode, we dive into the comparison trap moms fall into —and how it quietly steals our joy, confidence, and sense of accomplishment. From social media pressure to milestone anxiety to the belief that every other mom has it more “together,” comparison can make us question our worth without even realizing it. We break down why comparison feels so heavy, how it shows up in everyday mother...

Our Holiday Traditions (and Yours!) | SUBMISSION EPISODE | 01.12.2025

It's TIIIIIIIIIME (cue the Mariah Carey song)! In this episode we reached out to YOU to learn more about and share your holiday traditions! We hope that as you get into the holiday spirit you remember the reason for the season, and that all your kids truly want for Christmas is time and memories with you. Follow us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thelilmamathatcould/?next=%2F&hl=e...

The Kind of Grief No One Sees | With Seasons Of Annie 17.11.2025

TW: miscarriage In this episode, Kirsten, Mikaela, and Annie discuss the complexities of grief, particularly during the holiday season. They share personal experiences with loss, the importance of community support, and how to navigate conversations about grief. Annie emphasizes the need for open communication and understanding when supporting someone who is grieving, while also addressing the uni...

10 minute therapy | are you suppressing your feelings? 09.11.2025

This week's episode we. share some. of the things we have gotten from therapy. *disclaimer: we do not claim to be licensed therapists. Just sharing some things we have learned.* follow us on instagram @thelilmamathatcould Leave us a review, it really helps our podcast be seen more!

An Honest Letter To The Mom Crying In The Bathroom 03.11.2025

Send this to a mom who NEEDS to hear this reminder, because in today's episode, we wrote a letter to the mom crying in the bathroom. We know that you're doing the best that you can. We know that you're giving all that you can, and are still feeling like it's not enough. Here's EXACTLY what we would say to you, if we could be there with you. Follow us on Instagram:  https://www....

Life by Design, Not Default With Sarah Howe 27.10.2025

Have you ever wanted to plan out the year with your spouse, but planning out 12 months worth of goals seem unachievable? Sarah goes over her and her husband's process of life planning together quarterly. This conversation left us FULL of ideas of how we wanted to approach and achieve goals through Sarah's way of life planning. Follow us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thelilmamath...

Loneliness In Motherhood 21.10.2025

Motherhood is amazing, but it comes with changes, feelings and responsibilities that you haven't ever had. It can feel isolating and overwhelming. In this episode we dive into sharing our personal experiences with motherhood loneliness and share tips on how to combat those feelings. We are so glad you are here and we would love to connect with you. Follow us on instagram @thelilmamathatcould F...

Fitness In The Chaos 13.10.2025

Hey lil mama! In today's episode, we talk about fitness in the chaos of motherhood, and actionable things you can do right here, right now to get your booty moving, and keep up with your physical health. Follow us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thelilmamathatcould/?next=%2F&hl=en Join The Lil Mama That Could Community group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelilmamathatcouldcomm...

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