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(Previously The Unfiltered Motherhood Podcast)
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Lately, I’ve been struggling with something I didn’t have a name for until recently - demand avoidance. Tasks that used to feel manageable, like switching laundry or clearing the counter, suddenly feel heavy, frustrating, or impossible. Even the things I want to do are met with resistance, and it’s been hard to understand why.
After doing some research, I realized this is something a lot of people with ADHD deal with, and I’m not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned about demand avoidance, why it’s been showing up so strongly in my life, and how it often gets worse as we get older and take on more responsibilities.
I’ll also walk you through the strategies I’ve started trying, what’s helped, what hasn’t, and how I’m learning to work with my brain instead of fighting against it.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated with yourself, this episode is for you. You are not lazy or broken. Let’s talk about what’s really going on and how to move forward with more self-compassion and less pressure.
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In today’s episode, I handed the mic over to two very special (and very opinionated) guests—my 7- and 9-year-old daughters. We talk all about the highs and lows of the school year, their big summer dreams, and why staying up late is apparently the greatest thing that’s ever happened to childhood.
You’ll hear their thoughts on snacks, boredom, pool days, and what moms need to know if they want to keep the peace (hint: more popsicles, less “just a minute”). It’s equal parts hilarious, chaotic, and surprisingly insightful.
If you're a mom trying to make summer magical without losing your mind, this one’s for you.
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We all know eating healthy is important — but what happens when it goes too far? In this episode, I’m talking about the ways healthy eating can actually turn unhealthy without us even realizing it. We’ll chat about the pressure to eat "perfectly," the warning signs to watch out for, and how to build a healthier, more balanced relationship with food. If you’ve ever felt stressed, guilty, or overwhelmed by food choices, you’re not alone — and this conversation is for you.
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We brought back an episode from Season 1! In todays Archive Episode, I’m joined by Kristen Drake, an emotional release therapist who helps people let go of what their body has been holding onto. We talk about what emotional release actually is, how it works, and why it’s so important for healing. If you’ve ever felt stuck or overwhelmed by emotions, this is one to listen to.
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In this episode, I’m sharing what’s on my 2025 bingo card—my version of goal-setting that’s rooted in intention, self-awareness, and nurturing the parts of life that matter most right now. From personal growth and motherhood to mental health, hobbies, and habits, I’m walking through what I’m focusing on this year and how I’m approaching it without the pressure to hustle.
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Saying “I don’t know how to do it” isn’t always innocent. Sometimes, it’s strategic. This episode dives into weaponized incompetence—the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) way people avoid responsibility by pretending they’re just not capable.
We’ll talk about how this shows up in marriages, parenting, and daily life, and why women—especially moms—are left carrying the mental, emotional, and physical load. Spoiler: it’s not because we’re just “better” at everything.
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We’re told that entrepreneurship is the ultimate path to freedom, but for a lot of women, it’s starting to feel more like a trap. In this episode, we’re talking about how being your own boss somehow turned into doing everything—and why so many women are burnt out, overwhelmed, and quietly questioning if this is what success is supposed to feel like.
We’ll get into hustle culture, the pressure to be constantly “on,” and how social media’s version of entrepreneurship often leaves out the very real mental load women are carrying.
Whether you're a business owner, dreaming of starting something, or simply feeling the burnout of wearing too many hats, this conversation is for you.
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After a long awaited break, we're back with Unfiltered & Aligned. Previously known as The Unfiltered Motherhood Podcast.
I am excited to be back after a long break, some soul searching and a renewed love and passion for deep conversations, learning new things and just some overall shit talking, you know?
I want this podcast to feel like you're listening to an audio note from a friend, having coffee with a friend and just catching up. No preaching, no pretending we are experts on everything. Just good, long chats.
Love you guys!
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In this episode, Jaime and Megan are talking about dealing with changes in life and some specific changes they are both going through!
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In this episode Jaime and Megan talk about their different Christmas Traditions and why they do them! We loved how different our traditions were but how genuinely excited we both were for each of our special ways of doing things!
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Today Megan and Jaime are talking about kids puking and crapping all over us, the reality of motherhood, how social media impacts our perception of our own lives and a few side tracked conversations. We hope this episode makes you feel like you are just chatting away with girlfriends and less alone in your motherhood journey. So grab some coffee or wine, pop your headphones in because jaime is a potty mouth and join us in episode 3!
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Jaime and Megan chat about the mental load of motherhood, what it is and how it has affected them in their parenting journey. Grab a cup of coffee, pop your headphones in and come hang out with two moms, just trying to survive another day!
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Jaime McLaughlin: Studio + Personal
Megan Birkel with Willow Crowns
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I am back with a second season of Unfiltered Motherhood Podcast and this season I have a cohost, Megan Birkel of Willow Crowns! I am so excited to be back and be back with you gorgeous ladies! In today's episode, we are just chatting, talking about why I am bringing the podcast back and talking about who we are and what to expect!
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Jaime McLaughlin: Studio + Personal
Megan Birkel with Willow Crowns
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