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Failing Motherhood

If you’re riddled with mom guilt, your temper scares you, you’re terrified you’re screwing up your kids and are afraid to admit any of those things out loud….this podcast is for you. Hosted by Danielle Bettmann, parenting coach for families with 1-10-year-old strong-willed kids, Failing Motherhood is where shame-free vulnerability meets breakthroughs.
Every other week is a storytelling interview about one mom’s raw and honest experience of growth that leads to new perspectives and practical strategies and every other week solo episodes focus on actionable insight into parenting your deeply feeling, highly sensitive, *spicy* child.
Here, we normalize the struggle, share openly about our insecurities, and rally around small wins and truths. We hope to convince you you’re not alone and YOU are the parent your kids need. We hope you see yourself, hear your story, and find hope and healing.
Welcome to Failing Motherhood. You belong here!

UPDATE: 08/2026 – Applications are no longer accepted for Wholeheartedly CALM.

Copyright: © 2023 Failing Motherhood

Latest Episodes:

28. Becoming Birth Mom with Leanna Lee Nov 10, 2020

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Buckle up. You're in for a treat.
In this episode, Leanna Lee graciously & vulnerably shares her experience of becoming a birth mother, placing her beautiful so-loved daughter in an open adoption.
She speaks to her struggle with mental health throughout her life and the steps she's taken to managing it these past few years.
Since starting her own business as a freelance content marketing writer, she advocates for postpartum support for birth mothers and mental health support for everyone.
If you've never personally walked alongside a mom weighing the gravity of this choice... DON'T MISS this episode!
#nationaladoptionmonth
Mentioned in the episode-
https://onyourfeetfoundation.org/
//CONNECT WITH LEANNA//
leanna@lostlass.com
Professional website: lostlass.com/
Podcast: mxv.podbean.com
*FREE* CALM BIG EMOTIONS GUIDE
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27. How to do the Work with Sarah Saldi Oct 20, 2020

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AM I DOING THIS RIGHT? I have SO much to learn.
Sarah Saldi is knee deep in doing all.the.things. to figure out how to parent her littles differently than she was raised & be on the same page with her husband.
"I really want to work to make sure they feel supported and that it's okay to mess up and not get things right and that we're really genuine in our home. And that's not always pretty and it's not always perfect, but it's real. And that genuine connection that comes from being real is central to what I want to instill in them." - Sarah
We chat about the steps she's taken to gain new tools, feel supported, and establish the foundation for her family's future.
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26. Myth: Parenting Comes Naturally Oct 15, 2020

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#reasonswhywe'refailing - Thursday episodes dive deep into one reason why we feel like we're failing & what we can do about it!
In this short, to-the-point episode, I share with you . . .
5 reasons why parenting (or motherhood for that matter) does NOT come naturally.
We should NOT expect to know how to do it.
I also share 3 things you can do about it TODAY.
LET'S DO THIS.
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25. Boundaries with Parents with Jamie Cooper Oct 13, 2020

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"You want your parents to be involved in your child's life, but at what cost?"
Both of Jamie's parents are alcoholics and are still in a gut-wrenching divorce that's been going on for years. She has been working daily to break the chain of trauma, and what once crippled her has made her so much stronger.
"It was a scary thing to realize that this is no longer something that only affects me. This affects my kids. I have to ensure my kids are safe."
Disappointment. Lies. Heartbreak. Guilt. Grief.
If you've ever been stuck trying to navigate boundaries with your extended family, this episode is for you. Get ready to take notes from Jamie's example.
Calm BIG Emotions mini-course - $47 - 30 minutes
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24. How to Change the World Oct 08, 2020

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DON'T MISS THIS EPISODE.
I, Danielle, take over the mic to share my story, my heart, and my vision for the future.
If you've ever wondered more about who I am, why I'm doing what I'm doing, what it is I'm even doing, and how I hope to change the world... it's all here, my friend.
Every parent is making daily choices that cast a vote for the world our kids will live in tomorrow. Together, we can make it a better one!!!
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23. Becoming the Expert of your Child with Grace Henke Oct 06, 2020

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Keeping a brand new human alive when you've never done it before is... A LOT.
When Grace Henke's daughter could not stop screaming, she took her right back to the hospital their first night home!
Supplementing, lip/tongue ties, constipation, gas, panicking about milestones is all overwhelming enough, let alone the constant comparisons to others & the doubt in your own abilities.
Is my daughter alright? Is she behind? Am I behind?
After a whirlwind of a few months, Grace is here to share how she's combating the pressure, embracing her daughter for exactly who she is, and becoming confident as a new mom.
She also dives into her perspective on anti-obedience dog training and the parallels to positive parenting! MIND BLOWN.
// CONNECT WITH GRACE //
http://mensa-mutts.com
Facebook.com/mensamutts/
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22. You are Not your Birth Story with Libby Sep 29, 2020

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Libby did all the research. Read all the books. Met all the people. Wrote all the birth plans. But each one of her kids' birth stories turned out wildly different than the last!
In this episode, you'll be captivated as she chronicles each detail, showing how even the most detailed planning and preparation cannot prepare you for your child's story.
Most importantly, she wants to remind you it's okay to grieve yours if it didn't turn out as planned, but know you are not defined by it. You are so much more than that!
*FREE* CALM BIG EMOTIONS GUIDE
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21. Failing at Marriage with Babita Spinelli, LP, JD Sep 22, 2020

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Babita Spinelli, LP, JD is a world-renowned private practice (in person & online) psychotherapist/psychoanalyst. Her services include couples therapy, family therapy, and parenting coordination. She specializes in divorce support & recovery, high conflict couples therapy, blended families & co-parenting therapy.
So... she seemed like the person to ask, "ARE CHILDREN OF DIVORCE IRREVOCABLY DAMAGED?!"
Along with sharing her own story, Babita fields my barrage of questions, including...

If divorce is going to shatter my child's world, how can I possibly prioritize my own happiness over theirs?
How do you know if you should stay in your marriage or not?
How do you help your kids whether the transition?
What about dating again?
How do you know if you're in a relationship with a NARCISSIST?
And so many more...

This episode is a must listen for any families considering divorce, weathering a divorce, or working to thrive post-divorce, as well as anyone needing advice for healthier relationships & self-awareness.
Connect with Babita:
Opening the Doors Psychotherapy
Instagram - @babitaspinellitherapy
Facebook- Babita Spinelli Therapy
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We want to hear from you!
Do you have a story you could share on Failing Motherhood?
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Music: Good Fortune by Vincent Tone

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20. Sober Motherhood with Melissa Pennel Sep 15, 2020

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Melissa Pennel describes 3 things in her life with defining BEFORE & AFTERS -

Getting sober
Losing her mom unexpectantly (her best friend)
Becoming a mom

She shares her experience of grieving the path of a kid-free life (even though her pregnancy was planned), enduring the overwhelming fear of "abnormal" growth in her baby's development throughout her pregnancy, how she's processed her birth story, and how she applies the things she learned through sobriety to motherhood.
In this episode, we dive into how she sorts out her inner voice from the "noise" of well-intentioned advice & responsible information overload, how she finds peace by taking things one day at a time, and how to live these fleeting days with no regrets.
Her advice?
Choose the path you've chosen.
"Unclog the toilet" of your mind by journaling each day.
Spend 15 minutes a day WITH your child.
// CONNECT WITH MELISSA //
Follow your Fire Coaching
The Art of Social Media Course
Join her Email List
Follow your Fire Podcast
Mentioned in the episode:
Birth Story Medicine
*FREE* CALM BIG EMOTIONS GUIDE
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19. Mama Bear Love with Paulette Piñero Sep 08, 2020

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If nothing prepares you for parenting... how can you possibly be prepared to parent a child with special needs?
After trying everything & realizing her son wasn't able to get the help he needed, Paulette risked everything to leave her home country of Puerto Rico.
After devoting her all to her son, Paulette felt like the ultimate failure when she realized she was missing obvious signs her daughter was behind at school. Paulette felt like she wasn't doing enough & it was all her fault.
This episode is an ode to a dedicated teacher, the sacrifices we make as moms, and learning to step back to watch our kids fly.
// CONNECT WITH PAULETTE //
Lead Media LLC
FREE Manager Template Toolkit
Facebook
Instagram
Creative Change Connect 30-Day Activity Books
my link to GET YOURS
*FREE* CALM BIG EMOTIONS GUIDE
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CALM + CONFIDENT: THE MASTERCLASS
Master the KIND + FIRM Approach your Strong-Willed Child Needs WITHOUT Crushing their Spirit OR Walking on Eggshells
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