The MOM Show with Courtney Doyle

What do you do when your world turns upside down in a single moment? In this powerful episode of The Mom Show , host Courtney Doyle sits down with Patricia Cameron—a mom, speaker, and author—who shares her heartbreaking yet hope-filled journey of losing her husband unexpectedly at the age of 45, while raising three young boys. Patricia vulnerably opens up about navigating grief, parenting through...

In this episode of The Mom Show , host Courtney Doyle sits down with Jen VanKommer, a mom whose journey through grief, grace, and God's faithfulness is one you won't want to miss. Jen shares the incredible story of how her family was forced to stay in the United States during the pandemic, leaving behind their missionary life and home in Southeast Asia. In this episode, Jen talks about: The loss o...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Courtney sits down with Cara Shine, a mom, teacher, and believer with a remarkable testimony of finding Jesus in the midst of chaos and fear. Raised in the Jewish faith, Cara spent much of her early life feeling rejected and judged by the Christians around her. The bullying she endured as a child left lasting scars, shaping her view of Jesus and her se...

In this powerful episode, Lisa Saruga shares her story of surviving a violent crime at 18 and how her trauma resurfaced 35 years later when her case was unexpectedly reopened. Lisa discusses how this journey has shaped her identity as a woman, wife, and mom, and how her faith and therapy helped her heal. Through her story, Lisa offers hope and encouragement for anyone who's experienced trauma, sho...

Dancing Through the Dark: Kimberly Haar on Trauma, Healing, and Hope What happens when your entire world shatters in an instant? In this tender and powerful episode, licensed therapist, speaker, and author Kimberly Haar shares her personal story of surviving a traumatic assault and kidnapping—and the journey of healing that followed. Kimberly takes us into her most vulnerable moments, from walking...

Navigating Hope and Healing Through Loss: Nichole's Journey with Secondary Infertility and Miscarriages   In this heartfelt episode of The Mom Show, host Courtney Doyle sits down with her friend Nichole, who shares her emotional journey through secondary infertility and three consecutive miscarriages. Nichole openly discusses the profound impact these experiences have had on her faith, her identit...

Embracing God's Presence Through Infertility and Loss: Angela Mackey's Journey   Host Courtney Doyle welcomes Angela to discuss her experiences with infertility and pregnancy loss, and how she embraced God's presence through it all. Angela shares her deeply personal journey of dealing with tubal pregnancies, the emotional and physical tolls of IVF, and how her faith was both challenged and strengt...

Navigating Secondary Infertility and Faith: A Conversation with Kayla Cook   In this episode of The Mom Show, host Courtney Doyle welcomes Kayla Cook to discuss the challenges of secondary infertility. Kayla shares her personal journey, beginning in 2016, and details the medical and emotional hurdles she faced. As a mom to a seven-year-old daughter, Kayla opens up about the impact of infertility o...

Navigating Grief and Finding Comfort: A Deeply Personal Journey   In this heartfelt episode of The Mom Show, host Courtney Doyle opens up about her recent experience with profound loss and the resulting journey through grief. Following the deaths of her parents within a span of 67 days, Courtney shares intimate stories about her father's final moments, her mother's Alzheimer's battle, and how she...

Embracing Grief and Rebuilding Life: Dawn Sanders' Journey   In this episode of The Mom Show, host Courtney Doyle speaks with author and Bible teacher Dawn Sanders about her journey through grief and rebuilding her life following several miscarriages and the loss of her husband.   Dawn shares insights from her new book, 'When Your World Ends, God's Creative Process for Rebuilding a Life,' discussi...

In this emotional and encouraging episode, host Courtney Doyle returns after a break taken to deal with personal losses. She recaps the highlights from her 2024 'Help My Child Is' series, sharing impactful clips from various guests. The episode dives into topics like anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting struggles, and the importance of self-care for moms. The theme of leaning into faith, overcom...

Finding Joy Amidst Deep Grief: Navigating the Holidays with Faith   In this deeply moving episode of 'Help. It's the Holidays,' host Courtney Doyle discusses the challenges of navigating the holiday season while grieving, alongside her guest Amy Grote.   Amy shares her personal story of losing her almost three-year-old daughter, Ann Reese, on Christmas Eve, the same day as her own birthday. Throug...

Navigating the Holidays With Adult Children. In this episode, my guest Pamela, an empty nest coach for moms shares strategies for managing holiday stress and maintaining joy. We discuss setting realistic expectations, fostering Christ-centered family traditions, and supporting adult children. Pamela provides practical advice on sharing holiday responsibilities, navigating difficult family dynamics...

Finding Joy and Navigating Holidays with a Blended Family.   In this episode, host Courtney Doyle welcomes guest Deborah France to discuss managing the holiday season's challenges, especially within blended families.   Together, they explore how to focus on the true meaning of the holidays, create lasting memories, and maintain joy amidst chaos.   Key topics include: *giving children a voice *embr...

Navigating the Holidays with Grace and Joy: Tips and Traditions   In this episode of 'The Mom Show,' host Courtney Doyle is joined by guest Ashley Martin to discuss the pressures and joys of the holiday season, particularly for moms in blended families.    They cover practical tips for meal planning, the importance of being present, and the significance of creating and adapting traditions that kee...

On this episode of 'The Mom Show' features a special holiday season series designed to help moms navigate the often overwhelming expectations of the holidays. Joined by guest Jennifer Sakata, the episode encourages viewers to focus on the true meaning of Christmas—celebrating the presence of Jesus rather than material chaos.   Through personal experiences and practical advice, Jennifer highlights...

In this episode of 'The Mom Show,' host Courtney Doyle and guest therapist Beth Alvarez discuss the pressures and stress of the holiday season. They explore topics such as managing expectations, setting boundaries, and creating meaningful traditions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of knowing your core values, giving yourself permission to do things differently, and focusing on the true...

Over the next several weeks we will be talking with guests on how to manage the stress and chaos of the Holidays.  ~How do you handle the holidays in a blended family?  ~How do you make memories that matter?  ~How do we handle the holidays when we are grieving?  ~How to celebrate with adult children?  All these questions, tips and tricks and more over the next several weeks.    Connect with Courtn...

In this episode of The Mom Show, host Courtney Doyle welcomes guest Rachel Wojo. Rachel shares her journey of faith, dependence, and motherhood, particularly focusing on her experiences raising her special needs daughter, Taylor, who was diagnosed with childhood Alzheimer's.  Despite the immense challenges, Rachel's story is one of nurturing resilience and transforming desperation into a deep depe...

Today I am sharing how we are preparing for a mission trip to Kamuli, Uganda. We will be partnering with The Vine a community center, that supports the most vulnerable women and children in the area.  Inspired by my daughter Chandler and encouraged by my friend Cassie, I am sharing how I have overcome fears and found strength through scriptures and sermons to say YES!  Connect with Courtney: Websi...

On todays show I am chatting with a dear friend, Lacey Berlau as she shares what it has been like navigating life with her daughter Charlotte, who has congenital heart disease. Since Charlotte's diagnosis at a 20-week ultrasound, Lacey has faced numerous challenges, including Charlotte undergoing seven open-heart surgeries, the 7th one being just six weeks ago. Through these trying times, Lacey hi...

In this episode I am welcoming guest Julie Sunne. Julie shares deeply personal stories about her journey as a mother navigating grief, disability, and faith. Julie reflects on her own upbringing, her losses through miscarriages, and the challenges posed by her children's health issues. She delves into how her understanding of God evolved through these experiences and discusses the themes of her ne...

In this heartfelt episode of 'The Mom Show,' I am chatting with Tammy Munson, a mother of two and a podcast producer. Tammy shares her moving story of raising her daughter diagnosed with a brain injury at six months old. The discussion explores Tammy's initial struggles, the role of faith, and the support from her community in navigating the challenges of having a special needs child. Tammy provid...

Today on The Mom Show we welcome Dr. Jessica Peck, also known as Dr. Nurse Mama.    Dr. Peck, a pediatric nurse practitioner, professor, and author, discusses her book 'Behind Closed Doors' where she addresses difficult topics kids face today such as divorce, pornography, suicide, cyberbullying, and social media to name a few.   In her book she breaks down each topic with guidance from clinical, h...

In this episode of The Mom Show,  our guest, Lisa Jones is here to discuss the harrowing experience of her son being a victim of cyberbullying. Lisa shares the shocking truth about how an online friendship turned into a dangerous and life-threatening situation for her son, who was groomed and extorted by an individual posing as a peer.  The conversation highlights the importance of monitoring chil...