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427: A Simple Framework for a "Balanced" Summer // Jenny Layton Apr 28, 2025

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As moms, summer can feel like both a dream and a juggling act. We want to make magical memories for our families… but we also crave order, rest, and a little bit of time for ourselves. So, how do we actually find balance in the chaos of summer break?

In this episode, I’m joined by Jenny Layton—professional organizer, time management coach, and mom of five—who shares a beautifully simple framework that will change the way you think about your summer rhythm. Jenny introduces the idea of “family and personal seasons” and helps us understand how to honor the season we’re in, while still making space for what we need as women.

In this conversation, we explore:

✨ Why summer feels so overwhelming—and how to shift your expectations

✨ How to embrace the season of family life without losing yourself in it

✨ Why even a small “dot of personal time” can restore your sense of peace

✨ How to help your kids learn to rebalance themselves when they’re bored or off-track

Whether you’re a full-time stay-at-home mom, a working mom, or somewhere in between, this episode will help you create a summer that feels more aligned, more joyful, and more you.

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371: 3 Spaces to Organize for the Most Summer Fun // Jen Martin from Reset Your Nest

361: How to Make Reading Fun This Summer // Janssen Bradshaw

360: A Secret Tool to Keep Your Kids Entertained this Summer // Andi Smiley

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426: What to Do When You Don't Like Your Kid (Even Though You Love Them!) Apr 21, 2025

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This is one of those episodes I felt called to record because I know so many of us have been here. You love your child with your whole heart, and yet, in certain seasons, you find yourself thinking, I just don’t like them very much right now.

That doesn’t make you a bad mom. It makes you human.

In this solo episode, I’m sharing three tools that have helped me move through those really hard parenting stretches—when one child is pushing every button I have—and find my way back to affection, connection, and even joy.

We’ll talk about:

💜 How your child’s “hardest” traits may actually be their biggest strengths in disguise

💜 Why the words you say about your child (even when they’re not around) can shape how you see them

💜 What to do when your child is constantly seeking negative attention—and how you can gently redirect that cycle

I’ll also tell you about a simple mindset shift that changed the way I experience motherhood—plus the journaling tool I created to help me live it out day by day.

If you’re in a tough season with one of your kids, I hope this episode feels like sitting down with a trusted friend who truly gets it—and who can gently offer some ideas for how to keep going.

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189: “Quiet Time” Tips for Families // Solo Episode

423: How to Parent a Strong-Willed Child Without Losing Your Mind // Kirk Martin of Calm Parenting

425: When PARENTING Doesn’t Turn Out As Planned // Michelle Barrow

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425: When PARENTING Doesn't Turn Out As Planned // Michelle Barrow Apr 14, 2025

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What happens when your child's story looks nothing like the one you had imagined? This heartfelt encore episode features my dear friend, Michelle Barrow—a mother of four and grandmother of six—who generously shares the wisdom she’s gained from raising teenagers and supporting her adult children through life’s unexpected twists.

This conversation is a powerful companion to last week’s episode with author Jessica N. Turner on moving forward when life doesn’t turn out as planned. In this episode, Michelle invites us into her journey of learning how to let go of rigid expectations, make room for her children’s evolving identities, and parent from a place of trust rather than fear.

In this conversation, you'll hear:

💜 Why “parenting formulas” don’t guarantee outcomes—and how letting go of expectations can lead to more peace and joy.

💜 What it looks like to change the rules mid-parenting, and how doing so can strengthen trust and relationships within your family.

💜 How to stay rooted in your values while giving your children the freedom to shape their own stories.

💜 And ultimately, how you can find peace and steadiness in parenting, even when things don’t go as planned.

Whether you're parenting toddlers or teens, this episode will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and encouraged to embrace the beautifully imperfect journey of motherhood.

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279: Navigating Parenting Triggers // Nat Vikitsreth

272: How to Fall Back in Love with Motherhood When It All Feels Hard // Tessa Brown

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424: When LIFE Doesn't Turn Out As Planned // Jessica N. Turner Apr 07, 2025

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When you were younger, did you imagine your life turning out a certain way? Maybe you thought you’d have a house full of children, a forever kind of love, or a career that lit you up. But what happens when the reality of your life looks nothing like the dream?

In this heartfelt and hope-filled episode, I sit down with bestselling author Jessica N. Turner to talk about how to rise from life’s deepest disappointments and rebuild something beautiful. Jessica vulnerably shares her personal story of walking through a midlife divorce after her husband of 16 years came out—and the healing journey that followed.

Whether you’re grieving the loss of a dream, struggling through a transition, or just feeling stuck in unmet expectations, this conversation will help you:

💜 Feel less alone in your disappointment and more seen in your story.

💜 Understand how to make meaning from your grief without rushing through it.

💜 Explore practical ways to process emotional pain.

Jessica’s wisdom is layered with empathy, grace, and real-life tools. She reminds us that even if we didn’t choose the hard thing, we can still choose what comes next.

For full show notes including takeaways, click here.

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205: How to Coach Yourself through Big Emotions // Georgia Anderson

299: How to Let Go of Hard Stuff from Your Past

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423: How to Parent a Strong-Willed Child Without Losing Your Mind // Kirk Martin Mar 31, 2025

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If you have a strong-willed child, you know that traditional parenting strategies just don’t work. No amount of reasoning, bribing, or threatening seems to move the needle—and sometimes, the more you push, the harder they push back. So what does work?

In this episode, I’m joined by Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. With his signature humor and straight-talking style, Kirk shares practical strategies for understanding and guiding strong-willed kids—without constant power struggles.

Tune in to learn:

✨ The quickest way to change your child’s behavior (hint: it has little to do with them!)

✨ How to de-escalate meltdowns -- without saying, "Calm down!"

✨ The power of using body posture and tone to foster cooperation

✨ Why strong-willed kids thrive in adulthood—and how to survive their childhood

For a FREE printable with tips for de-escalating meltdowns, along with a private podcast feed that includes all of the episodes I've produced on raising strong-willed kids, click here!

My friend, if you're feeling exhausted, frustrated, or just plain out of ideas with your strong-willed child, this episode is for you. And please know I'm in the trenches with you, and I'm rooting for you!

For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.

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266: Parenting Strong-Willed Kids // Wendy Snyder

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422: How to Become a Supercommunicator // Charles Duhigg Mar 24, 2025

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Have you ever asked your kids about their day, only to get one-word answers in return? Or sat across from your spouse on a long-awaited date night and struggled to find something meaningful to talk about? Communication can feel hardest with the people we love the most—but what if we could change that?

In this episode, I sit down with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author Charles Duhigg to explore what makes someone a super communicator and how we can apply these insights to deepen our most important relationships.

Tune in to learn:

💜 Why conversations feel disconnected—and how to fix it

💜 Simple yet powerful ways to ask better questions and spark meaningful discussions

💜 A proven technique to make sure your loved ones truly feel heard

These small shifts can strengthen your marriage and help you connect more deeply with your kids. I hope you find them as helpful I have!

For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.

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421: Feeling Overwhelmed by Housework? You’re Not Alone. // KC Davis Mar 17, 2025

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If you’ve ever looked around at a sink full of dishes or a pile of unfolded laundry and felt like you were drowning, you’re in good company. I know that feeling well. As a recovering perfectionist and all-or-nothing thinker, I used to struggle with self-compassion when it came to housework. But through therapy and learning from experts like KC Davis, I’ve discovered a new way to approach it—one that’s kinder, more sustainable, and rooted in self-care.

If you can relate, you're going to love this conversation with KC where we talk about:

🧦 A new twist on the reason for housework (hint: it has a lot to do with self-care!)

🧦 Powerful affirmations to help you release guilt and embrace self-compassion about your messy house.

🧦 A brilliant idea for simplifying laundry!

If housework feels overwhelming, I hope this episode offers the encouragement and practical help you need. You’re not alone in this, and I’m cheering you on!

For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.

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420: How to Best Support a Neurodivergent Child // Kim Gameroz Mar 10, 2025

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Are you raising a neurodivergent child? If so, you know the journey can often feel isolating, exhausting, and uncertain. How can you teach them the essential skills they need? How do you build a strong relationship with them? Are there other moms who share your struggles?

In this episode, I’m thrilled to share an inspiring conversation with Kim Gameroz, the founder of Teaching Inside Out and a leading expert in helping parents and teachers cultivate social and emotional skills in children. Kim's insights are truly transformative, and I believe you'll find her approach both empowering and practical.

In this episode, you'll hear:

💜 Strategies to maintain patience when your neurodivergent child isn’t meeting expectations—along with actionable tips to help them succeed.

💜 Suggestions for how to find your support people as you're raising a neurodivergent kid (and why it's so important!)

💜 A simple yet impactful strategy that can create positive change for those around you.

I hope you find this episode as helpful as I did! Kim exudes such warmth and connection that is sure to fill you with hope and validation. You've got this!

For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.

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419: 3 Things Moms of Children with Disabilities Want You To Know // Katie Blackburn Mar 03, 2025

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When someone we love has a child with intellectual or physical disabilities, we want to be there for them—but sometimes, we’re unsure how. What should we say? What if we say the wrong thing? How can we genuinely show up in ways that matter?

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Katie Blackburn, a mom of children with disabilities, who’s here to share practical, heartfelt ways to support families in the disability community, including:

💛 Thoughtful scripts to help your neurotypical kids understand and respond supportively when they see a neurodivergent child struggling.

💛 How to move past the fear of "saying the wrong thing" and connect with the disability community with confidence and care.

💛 Simple, consistent gestures that can help you foster meaningful connections with children with disabilities - and their families!

If you've ever wanted to support a friend, family member, or even a stranger navigating this journey—but weren't sure where to start—this conversation is for you. Thank you for being part of this community of women who uplift each other. We truly are better together.

For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.

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418: Staying Home for Spring Break? 3 Ways to Make it Memorable (and Manageable!) // 3 in 30 Team Feb 24, 2025

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Spring Break is coming up, and if travel isn’t an option this year, don’t worry—you can still make it a fun and memorable week for your kids and yourself at home!

In this episode, Abby, Stacey and Steph, three members of the 3 in 30 team, share simple, stress-free strategies to make your staycation special—without feeling like you have to entertain your kids 24/7, including:

🌷 Creative, low-prep activities that keep kids engaged without draining your energy.

🌷 The one sanity-saving strategy every mom needs to recharge and enjoy the break.

🌷 A simple way to lighten the mental load of planning the week.

Plus! We’ve put together a Free Download: 50 Spring Break Staycation Ideas to take the guesswork out of your planning. Grab it here!

Spring Break at home doesn’t have to be overwhelming—it can be a time for connection, fun, and even a little rest. We hope this episode helps you do just that!

For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.

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