The Stand-Up Mom

Summary In this heartfelt episode, Caroline Holzberger reflects on her journey through motherhood, sharing personal anecdotes and insights about the transition from having young children to navigating the challenges of an empty nest. She expresses nostalgia for the early days of parenting, emphasizing the importance of cherishing the fleeting moments of childhood. Through a letter to her past self...

Summary In this episode of the Stand Up Mom podcast, Caroline Holzberger concludes her series on the top five parenting vocabulary words. She discusses the importance of teaching children social skills, understanding their identity, problem-solving skills, and fostering contentment. Each theme is explored through personal anecdotes and insights gathered from her community, emphasizing the need for...

Summary In this episode of the Stand Up Mom podcast, Caroline Holzberger discusses the importance of teaching children key values such as honesty, integrity, and honor. She emphasizes the need for parents to actively engage in discussions about these values and to model them in their own behavior. Through personal anecdotes and practical tips, Caroline encourages parents to create an environment w...

Summary In this episode, Caroline Holzberger discusses the importance of selflessness in parenting, emphasizing the need to teach children values such as humility, compassion, and empathy. She shares insights from her own parenting journey and offers practical steps for parents to model and practice selflessness in their daily lives. The conversation highlights the challenges of raising selfless c...

Summary In this episode of the Stand Up Mom podcast, Caroline Holzberger discusses the importance of perseverance in parenting. She introduces key vocabulary words such as grit and resilience, emphasizing their significance in helping children navigate challenges. Through personal anecdotes and quotes from notable figures, she outlines goals for children, including learning from failures and teach...

Summary In this episode of the Stand Up Mom podcast, Caroline Holzberger discusses the importance of perseverance in parenting. She introduces key vocabulary words such as grit and resilience, emphasizing their significance in helping children navigate challenges. Through personal anecdotes and quotes from notable figures, she outlines goals for children, including learning from failures and teach...

Summary In this episode of the Stand Up Mom podcast, Caroline Holzberger introduces a new series focused on essential parenting vocabulary words. The first word discussed is 'responsibility,' which is deemed crucial for children's development. Caroline emphasizes the importance of teaching kids about accountability and consequences, and how these concepts contribute to raising high character child...

In this Episode: Caroline Holzberger discusses the concept of being in 'limbo' as summer transitions into fall. She reflects on the bittersweet nature of this time, sharing personal anecdotes about her family's summer experiences and the preparations needed for the upcoming school year. Caroline emphasizes the importance of saying goodbye to summer, planning for back-to-school, and setting childre...

In this episode, Caroline discusses how to make the most of summer by integrating cooking into family life. She emphasizes the importance of teaching kids cooking skills at different ages, from little ones helping in the kitchen to older kids taking responsibility for their meals. Caroline shares pro tips for cooking with kids, the benefits of incorporating math and spiritual lessons into cooking,...

In this episode of the Stand Up Mom podcast, Caroline Holzberger discusses the importance of physical activity for children, highlighting alarming statistics about childhood obesity and the impact of excessive screen time. She offers creative ideas for keeping kids active during the summer, emphasizes the significance of setting goals for physical fitness, and promotes a positive attitude towards...

In this episode, Caroline Holzberger emphasizes the importance of embracing challenges and doing hard things, especially during the summer. She shares creative craft ideas for family bonding, the significance of quality time with grandparents, and the value of teaching life skills over traditional academics. Additionally, she encourages families to connect with nature and incorporate spiritual gro...

In this episode, Caroline Holzberger discusses the challenges of keeping kids entertained during the summer, especially as routines change and boredom sets in. She offers creative solutions such as getting passes for local attractions, the importance of having a general schedule, and engaging kids of different ages with fun activities. Caroline emphasizes the value of utilizing local libraries for...

🎉 Ep. 36: L-A-Z-Y, You Ain’t Got No Alibi 🎉 Hey hey hey, it’s summertime, y’all! Caroline’s got her Will Smith on repeat and her kids still in pajamas at 4 p.m.—because same. But don’t worry, this episode isn’t about shaming your snack-throwing, screen-heavy survival mode. It’s about how to win at summer (yes, even if you’ve been operating in “bare minimum” mode since Memorial Day). Caroline bre...

Welcome to the Stand Up Mom Summer Series! 🌞 Caroline kicks things off with real talk about juggling parenting during graduation chaos, making the big leap from classroom to podcast mic, and plotting a summer that won’t break the bank (or your sanity). She’s got laughs, love, and lots of tips for keeping kids busy, brains active, and spirits high. Plus—spoiler alert—stand-up comedy might just sne...

In this episode, Caroline discusses how to make the most of summer by integrating cooking into family life. She emphasizes the importance of teaching kids cooking skills at different ages, from little ones helping in the kitchen to older kids taking responsibility for their meals. Caroline shares pro tips for cooking with kids, the benefits of incorporating math and spiritual lessons into cooking,...

In this conversation, Caroline Holzberger shares valuable insights on parenting, emphasizing the significance of small, everyday actions in raising respectful and well-mannered children. She discusses the importance of teaching manners, communication, and etiquette, highlighting how these little things contribute to a child's overall development and character. Through personal anecdotes and pr...

In this episode, Caroline Holzberger introduces the concept of 'downtime' in parenting, emphasizing the importance of small, intentional moments that foster connection with children. She discusses various opportunities for quality time, including car rides, dinner prep, waiting times, and bedtime routines, encouraging parents to embrace these moments to strengthen family bonds. Takeaways The conce...

In this episode, Caroline Holzberger discusses the significance of small, everyday moments in parenting, emphasizing the importance of fun, humor, and bonding within families. She shares personal anecdotes and practical tips on how to incorporate silliness and laughter into family life, fostering strong relationships and resilience in children. Parenting is about the little moments, not just big d...

In this episode of the Stand Up Mom podcast, Caroline Holzberger discusses the importance of saying no in parenting. Drawing from her experiences and insights from friends, she emphasizes the need for parents to say no calmly, consistently, and collectively. The conversation explores how saying no can be a powerful tool in teaching children about boundaries, respect, and the value of discipline. C...

In this episode of the Stand Up Mom podcast, Caroline Holzberger discusses the importance of being 'clocked in' as a parent, emphasizing that parenting is a lifelong commitment that begins even before the child is born. She shares insights on how to avoid raising spoiled rotten kids by prioritizing quality time spent together as a family, whether at home, during play, or in the community....

In this episode, Caroline Holzberger dives deep into the money talk we all try to avoid — but really need to have. She chats about why financial literacy is essential for kids, and how wealth doesn’t automatically mean spoiled behavior (phew!). Caroline offers real, actionable tips on raising financially savvy kiddos, like how to teach them the value of money, why earning is key, and how generosit...

In this episode, Caroline Holzberger gets real about parenting—no perfect answers here, just a ton of wisdom and honest insights. She breaks down why consequences (yep, that 12-letter word) are not the bad guys, but rather essential lessons for responsibility. She and her husband might not have it all figured out, but through trial, error, and lots of wisdom from family and friends, Caroline share...

In this episode, Caroline Holzberger takes us on a heartfelt journey through the evolving Valentine’s Day celebrations in her family, from the sweet innocence of childhood to the more “I’m-too-cool-for-this” teenage years. Along the way, she shares priceless insights on teaching love, values, and service—spoiler: it’s not about the shiny store-bought gifts! Caroline emphasizes the power of homemad...

In this episode, Caroline Holzberger breaks down her parenting philosophy of raising kids who know how to adult —without being spoiled rotten. She talks all about how teaching kids to do their own laundry (yes, you read that right!) helps them develop independence, life skills, and a healthy respect for their things. Caroline also shares personal stories and practical tips for encouraging family t...

In today’s episode, Caroline Holzberger gets real about the parenting challenges of our time, especially when it comes to what kids can emotionally and mentally handle. Spoiler: They’re probably tougher than you think, but still need your guidance! Caroline shares personal stories, some laughs, and wisdom on why setting boundaries, teaching patience, and building trust are essential for raising re...