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**Less Drama More Mama**

Less Drama More Mama is the podcast for moms who want to feel calm, in control, and confident about how to handle anything life throws their way. As a Master Certified Life Coach, LCSW, former School Counselor, and blogger, Pam Howard has been empowering parents for years. In her podcast, she shares personal stories, case studies, and life coaching tools to help you go from feeling frazzled and disrespected to feeling calm and connected. Learn more at LessDramaMoreMama.com.

Latest Episodes:

It’s Okay Not to Love Every Moment of Motherhood with Dr. Margo Lowy – 365 Aug 05, 2025

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"Mothering is messy and interrupted and loving."

"Motherhood is about making mistakes and repairing them. And that's how we learn."

"As moms, we do our best. We make it up as we go along and we muddle through."

Those are some of the things Dr. Margo Lowy wishes someone had told her earlier in her parenting, and it’s exactly what she shares in this week’s episode of the podcast.

Dr. Lowy is a psychotherapist and the author of Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood. She holds a PhD from the University of New South Wales, where she researched maternal ambivalence, and she’s a columnist for Psychology Today.

In our conversation, we discussed the parts of motherhood no one likes to talk about... the moments when you don’t feel loving, when your kid is being a "little sh*t," and you wonder if you’re even cut out for this.

Dr. Lowy brings compassion and clarity to the feelings so many moms carry quietly, and helps you see them not as failures, but as part of the full, human experience of being a mom.

Tune in for this compassionate, grounded insight that every mom needs to hear.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/365

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Summer Recap and Insights to Support Your Parenting – 364 Jul 29, 2025

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As my summer hiatus comes to an end, I’ve been reflecting on how I spent my time during the past two months and the insights I gained.

I’m excited to share what I’ve learned with you and how it can help you show up as a more grounded, present mom.

In today’s episode, I’m giving you a recap of my summer, including the lessons that can support you in your parenting and emotional well-being as you head into the new school year.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/364

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Getting Out of a Funk: Summer Playback Series – 363 Jul 22, 2025

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Recently, I found myself crying over things that normally wouldn’t faze me, running on broken sleep, dragging through the day, and binge-watching TV more than I’d like to admit. Everything seemed heavier than usual.

I realized I was in a funk.

I know I’m not the only mom going through this right now, especially as the slower pace of summer starts to shift and everything feels a little "off."

After listening to this episode from 2020, I took my own advice and it helped me feel more in control, more grounded, and less stuck.

If you’re feeling blah, unmotivated, or just not yourself lately, I hope it helps you, too.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/363

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Favorites and Fairness: Summer Playback Series – 362 Jul 15, 2025

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Have you ever heard one of your kids say, “You love them more than me”?

It’s easy to dismiss, but sometimes those comments open the door to a deeper reflection: Is there a pattern here I haven’t noticed?

This week on the podcast, I’m bringing back an episode that explores the uncomfortable (but important) question: Do I have a favorite child?

You’ll hear how favoritism shows up in everyday parenting, why your thoughts matter more than you might think, and how your kids’ perception of favoritism can impact your relationship with them.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/362

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What’s Your Story: Summer Playback Series – 361 Jul 08, 2025

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Last week while venting to a friend about her day, my mom caught herself telling a negative, victimy story.

When she realized this, she switched to talking about what went well that day instead, and completely shifted her mood.

This reminded me about how the stories we tell ourselves matter. They shape how we feel and how we show up as moms.

If you’re telling yourself, “I can’t stop yelling,” “Nothing’s working,” or “I’m failing as a mom,” you don’t have to stay stuck in that story.

You have the power to change your story—and today's summer playback episode will show you how.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/361

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Kids, Cursing, and WTF to Do About It: Summer Playback Series – 360 Jul 01, 2025

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Wondering how to handle it when your kid curses for the first (or next) time?

Swearing can stir up a lot of emotions for moms, including shame, anger, worry, and embarrassment.

Whether it’s your 6-year-old testing limits or your teen trying to sound cool, how you respond matters more than the fact that they used a four-letter word.

In this episode, I talk about why kids swear, how to stay calm when it happens, and what kinds of consequences (if any) actually help.

You’ll also hear stories from my own life and coaching practice, along with a surprising research study about cursing and pain tolerance that might shift your perspective.

It’s the kind of episode that will help you stay calm the next time an f-bomb drops—whether it comes from your kid or slips out of your own mouth.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/360

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Peace and Quiet: Summer Playback Series – 359 Jun 24, 2025

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Have you ever felt like silence is a luxury you can’t have? Or when you finally get it, it feels uncomfortable?

If quietness feels unsettling instead of relaxing for you, you're not alone. When the noise stops, your brain scrambles to fill the gap, and your body can tense up or feel restless.

The good news is, quiet time is one of the simplest ways to lower stress and feel calmer, and you don’t need a silent house or hours of meditation to get it.

If sitting in silence feels impossible, this episode is exactly what you need.

Your body can learn to feel safe in the quiet — and the peace you get in return is worth it.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/359

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“I Want My Mommy”: Summer Playback Series – 358 Jun 17, 2025

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This year, Dalia went straight from school to camp with no break, and the stress of that transition came out in some pretty big emotions.

Two nights before she left, she came into my room crying, saying how much she was going to miss me and didn’t want to go.

Hearing her say those words tugged at every protective instinct I have.

So I pressed play on this old episode to remind myself exactly why giving her this experience is so important — and how to stay steady, even when her anxiety made me question whether I was doing the right thing.

If you’ve ever struggled when your child feels anxious or says “I want my mommy!” (whether they’re four or twenty-four), this replay will help you trust their resilience (and yours!) and keep the long view in mind.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/358

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The 90-Second Rule: Summer Playback Series – 357 Jun 10, 2025

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If you’ve ever thought that fully allowing a big emotion like anger, fear, or grief might swallow you whole…

...or that if you let yourself really go there, you’d lose control, fall apart, or not be able to come back…

...this episode will offer a fresh perspective.

In this week’s summer playback, I’m sharing a practical and powerful tool I teach moms to help them manage their emotions in a healthy way: the 90-second rule.

When you understand what’s really happening in your body during those intense emotional moments, you stop bracing against them. You stop resisting and start expanding your ability to be with what you feel without being overtaken by it.

That’s what helps you build emotional resilience and helps you stay calm and present with your kids when they’re having big feelings, too.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/357

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How to Feel a Feeling: Summer Playback Series – 356 Jun 03, 2025

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What if every emotion—anxiety, anger, overwhelm—was like an unexpected guest knocking at your front door?

You could pretend you’re not home and hope it goes away (that’s avoiding).

You could yank the door open and yell at it to leave (that’s reacting).

Or you could open the door just a crack and try to hold it shut while the guest pushes to get in (that’s resisting).

But there’s another option that most moms were never taught.

You could simply let the emotion in. Offer it a seat. Sit with it for a little while and give it a chance to be seen and heard.

When it’s had that moment of recognition, it’ll get up, say “Thanks for seeing me,” and leave on its own.

Being able to allow emotions is one of the most powerful skills you can learn, not just for your own emotional well-being, but so you can model and teach it to your kids, too.

This episode walks you through four common ways people manage emotions and the one that actually helps you stay calm, present, and in control. It’s the first in my 2025 Summer Playback Series, and it’s just as relevant now as when it first aired.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/356

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