The Mom Training Podcast

Training our children to be independent and capable can start from a very young age. It is crucial in their ability to take care of themselves and be a team member in their own home now and in the future.

The holidays are a wonderful time of year, but it also means we’ll be adding a lot of extra things to our plate other than a nice holiday meal and pie. So let’s be intentional about what we’re doing and why. Our mental and physical health matter and sometimes you might need to say no, cancel something, or slow down to enjoy life a bit more.

Having a good support system is crucial to being a happy mom. Sometimes we can feel alone in our daily tasks and wish we had someone to lean on or listen to us. Our greatest support system might be right around us, have we tapped into it? Mom Training is the best resource for Moms to get the support they need, be a part of a community, and learn how to become a better mom- cause we’re in this toge...

The holidays are a fun and wonderful time of year. There are so many things that make this season beautiful. But when there is tension with family, it can make things a little more stressful than we’d like. So what types of ideas do you have to help things flow smoother and be a better experience? Listen to today’s episode for some tips on making this time a merry time!

What if this Christmas we made things more simple? Could we slow down, buy less, and focus on making memories with the people that we love. What would a simplified Christmas look like and how could we make the moments count more with less work?

Let’s celebrate the different types of people around us. But let’s not forget to enjoy and celebrate who we are and remember that we are important and make a difference in our own little circle and world.

Sometimes we can struggle with the future. What will our children be like? Have I spent enough time with them? Will I be able to handle what comes next? We might not have answers to these unknowns. But as we turn our focus to the present moment, we can move towards what we desire, one step at a time.

We all gotta eat, and so does our family. Making meals each day is quite a task and can use up a lot of ‘thought energy’ to get food on the table. Listen today for some tips on making meal planning flow better each week.

What matters the most to you, the luxuries of the world? Or true inner peace? While consumerism, marketing, and the best ‘NEW’ thing is flashed in front of our face daily, is this really what we want? Inner peace is becoming the new ‘must have’ and something to strive for in our lives. But how do we create that inner peace in ourselves and our home? Listen today as we discuss the value of inner pe...

As moms we have a million things pulling us in different directions. It takes daily practice to keep our life simplified and prioritized. Come listen for a fun way to remember how to keep things simple and enjoy life more.

What would life look like if we slowed down and took off some pressure? Would it be possible to ‘stop and smell the roses’ more every day? Listen today for some tips on creating space to enjoy your life.

What a blessing it’s been to take a little time off and reflect on what was most important. Sometimes we get so caught up in what we’re doing it makes it hard to give ourselves space to truly enjoy what we’re doing. Come listen to some things I’ve learned over the past couple months as I’ve stepped back and reflected on my life.

Parenting can be hard. Sometimes it may feel like it, but we’re not alone in struggling with patience in the process. There are a couple of different ways we can be patient parents. One way is practicing patience with ourselves when we’re frustrated or having a hard time dealing with a situation. Another way to practice patient parenting is having patience with our children while they’re learning...

What brings you joy? Do you sometimes feel that it’s challenging to find joy in our day-to-day activities? I know I’ve had moments where I get so caught up in what needs to be done, organized, and taken care of, that I forget to ‘stop and smell the roses.’

Keeping up a household, no matter who lives there, what ages, or how big or small your area is, there’s going to be areas that consistently need help and attention. It can feel a bit overwhelming to tame the ‘house monster’ every day as it continues to create messes from one corner to the next. Let’s see if we can reframe our view of these messes to not have them stress us out while creating a pla...

Sometimes the things that bring us the most peace also come with a degree of ‘uncomfortableness.’ But, by doing the things we DON’T want to do, it opens up a lot of possibilities, gives us more free time, and increases our mental health and stability. Today's topic is specifically about getting on top of our bills and the non-fun logistics of taking care of a home and family. Connect with us! Mom...

What if there were tasks we could take off our list that we COULD predict in the future? LIke future birthdays, holidays, vacations, life changes, etc. Could we make a decision super early and knock it off of our list? How much peace would that bring us in the moment? Let’s be our best selves in the moments that matter most by prepping early and just making the darn decision. Connect with us! Mom...

Sometimes our dreams and goals take a lot longer than we expected. We can find ourselves feeling drained, impatient, and upset at our current results. But what season of life you are living and how are your current circumstances supporting your goals as you work towards them each day? Mom Training & Diana Ballard #Dianaballard Website: https://www.dianaballard.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.co...

We believe that each parent is doing the best they can in the moment, with what they have and know. Dr. Laura Froyen joins us today to discuss ways we can get past our own emotional triggers and respond in healthier ways for our children.

As moms, we're constantly taking care of ourselves and other needs on a daily basis. Not only does it take time, work, and effort to do this, but it takes mental and emotional energy to successfully stay balanced. Listen today for some tips for how to go from overwhelmed to organized with our guest BabrieJo Hatch, a personal organizer, and coach. Connect With BarbieJo: Website: https://barbiejo.co...

Let’s have grace with ourselves and those around us. We never know when a moment might come where we’re the ones severely falling short and needing people to be kind to us. So let's be kind to ourselves in our struggles, be kind to those around us, and make the world a better place.

There are a lot of different ways of eating, tastebuds, and favorite foods. When we partner with our husbands in marriage we’re combining two different styles of eating. One opportunity we can have as wives is to help influence the food in our home to help fuel our bodies and help everyone be healthy. We want our husband to live a long life and feel his best, so listen today to some tips to help i...

Life can start to become overwhelming when we add more, more and more, onto our plate. It’s the little things that add up over time that create too many responsibilities and make us busy. One of the greatest things we can do is learn how to consistently simplify. This is a balance between being able to honor our priorities as well as take care of ourselves.

We’re about to pass over another milestone in our lives. We’ve successfully completed half of 2021 and we’re stepping into our next new opportunity. What do we want to do with our lives for the next 6 months? What can we pull from the beginning of this year to finish this year with enjoyment and peace? Tune in today for ideas on how to create and design your life as a mama moving forward!

What happens when life throws you a curveball? Not just any curveball, but one you least expected and knocks you flat on your behind? How do we cope with these moments and not let them drag us down?