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When was the last time you did something just because you loved it?

In this week's episode of Real Messy Moms, we're talking about one of the biggest things moms lose—and deserve to get back: hobbies, identity, and making time for yourself outside of motherhood. From the guilt of taking an hour for yourself to rediscovering passions that existed long before kids, this episode is an honest, funny, and relatable conversation about balancing motherhood with the things that make you you.

Whether you're a new mom, a toddler mom, or years into parenting, this episode is your reminder that taking care of yourself isn't selfish—it's essential.

• Why moms often lose their hobbies after having children

• Mom guilt and making time for yourself

• Rediscovering your identity beyond motherhood

• Affordable and realistic hobbies for busy moms

• Self-care that goes beyond bubble baths

• Laugh-out-loud stories of our own failed (and successful) attempts at finding "me time"

If you've ever wondered how to prioritize yourself while raising little humans, this episode is for you.

Potty training: the parenting milestone nobody can fully prepare you for. 🚽💩In this episode of Real Messy Moms, we’re getting real about toddler potty training—the signs of readiness, knowing when to start, and why there’s truly no “perfect” age to potty train.From toddlers being completely grossed out by their own poop to parents wondering if they’re starting too early, waiting too long, or somehow doing it all wrong, we’re breaking down the pressure and expectations that can come with potty training.We talk about how to recognize your toddler’s individual readiness cues, why listening to your child matters more than following a specific timeline, and how important it is to trust your gut as a parent.Because potty training isn’t a race. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, and what works for one toddler might be a complete disaster for another. 😂Whether you’re just starting to think about potty training, currently in the thick of it, or wondering why your toddler is refusing to cooperate, this episode is full of honest, relatable parenting conversations to remind you that you’re probably doing better than you think.In this episode, we cover:Toddler potty training readiness signsWhen to start potty trainingWhether you can potty train too early or too lateHow toddlers react to poop and bodily functionsFollowing your child’s cues instead of the pressure of timelinesCommon potty training strugglesTrusting your parenting instinctsTaking the pressure out of potty trainingBecause at the end of the day, you know your kid best.🎧 Listen to Real Messy Moms for the honest, funny, and sometimes very gross reality of motherhood.

Have you ever dreaded going to work? Felt unsupported after becoming a mom? Or questioned whether staying in a toxic workplace is worth sacrificing your mental health and family life?In this raw, honest, and relatable episode of **Real Messy Moms**, we're unpacking the realities of being a working mom in unhealthy work environments. From toxic bosses and workplace bullying to mom guilt, burnout, and the impossible expectation of "doing it all," we're sharing the conversations so many mothers are having behind closed doors.Whether you're returning from maternity leave, navigating office politics, considering a career change, or trying to balance work with raising young children, this episode is for every mom who's ever felt like she's carrying too much.**🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:*** The reality of toxic work environments and difficult workplace cultures* Returning to work after maternity leave* Working mom guilt and the pressure to be everything to everyone* Workplace bullying, poor leadership, and lack of support* Burnout, stress, and protecting your mental health* Setting boundaries between work and family life* Knowing when it's time to leave a job* Balancing career ambitions with motherhood* Why flexibility and supportive employers matter more than ever* Redefining success as a working parentMotherhood doesn't stop when the workday starts. And while we're expected to excel at work, show up fully for our families, and somehow still take care of ourselves, the truth is that something has to give. This episode is a reminder that you deserve a workplace that values you as both a professional and a parent—and that choosing your well-being isn't a weakness, it's a strength.If this conversation resonates with you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another working mom who needs the reminder that she's not alone.

Have you ever caught yourself worrying about your parents getting older? Or wondered how becoming a parent changes the way you think about death, grief, and the future?

In this honest, emotional, and unfiltered episode of Real Messy Moms, we're diving into one of the most difficult conversations adults—and especially parents—eventually face: watching our parents age while raising young children of our own.

As moms, we're often caught in the middle generation—caring for our kids while beginning to care for the people who once cared for us. We talk about the overwhelming reality of mortality, anticipatory grief, difficult family conversations, end-of-life planning, and the emotional responsibility that comes with growing older.

🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:

• The emotional reality of watching your parents age

• How motherhood changes your perspective on death and mortality

• Anticipatory grief and why it can feel so overwhelming

• Having difficult conversations about wills, healthcare, and future planning

• Balancing the responsibilities of raising children while supporting aging parents

• Coping with the fear of losing loved ones

• Building family memories while you still can

• Why no one really prepares you for this stage of adulthood

Whether you're a new mom, raising toddlers, navigating aging parents, or simply trying to make sense of life's biggest transitions, this episode is a reminder that these thoughts are more common than we realize—and that talking about them doesn't make them darker, it makes them lighter to carry.

If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another mom who may need to hear they're not alone.

What do camping trips with toddlers, parenting hacks, snack negotiations, bedtime battles, and those harmless little white lies we tell our kids all have in common?

They're all part of the beautifully messy reality of motherhood.

In this fun, unfiltered catch-all episode of Real Messy Moms, we're chatting about everything that's been happening in our lives lately—from surviving family camping adventures and traveling with kids to the everyday parenting moments that make us laugh, question ourselves, and realize we're definitely not the only ones.

Expect honest conversations about:

• Camping and traveling with babies, toddlers, and young children

• The funniest (and most relatable) little white lies parents tell their kids

• Mom wins, parenting fails, and everything in between

• Real-life stories that remind you you're not parenting alone

Whether you're folding laundry, on your morning commute, or hiding in the pantry for five minutes of peace, this episode feels like catching up with your mom friends over coffee.

If you've ever searched for parenting tips, family travel advice, mom podcasts, or simply needed a laugh about the chaos of raising kids, this episode is for you.

🎙️ New episodes of Real Messy Moms are released every other Thursday. Subscribe, leave a review, and join thousands of moms embracing the beautiful mess of motherhood—because no one has it all figured out, and that's exactly the point.

Finding daycare can feel like a full-time job—and that's before your child even starts attending.In this episode of Real Messy Moms, we're diving into the realities of finding childcare in today's world. From endless waitlists and rising costs to navigating daycare tours and trusting someone else with your child, we're discussing the emotional and practical challenges parents face when choosing care.We break down the pros and cons of daycare, questions to ask providers, common red flags, and the factors that helped us make decisions for our own families. Whether you're currently searching for childcare, preparing to return to work, or simply weighing your options, this conversation offers honest insights from moms living it in real time.🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:How to choose the right daycareDaycare pros and consChildcare waitlists and availabilityQuestions to ask during daycare toursReturning to work after maternity leaveTrusting others with your childQuality childcare considerationsThe realities of modern parentingIf you're feeling overwhelmed by the daycare search, you're definitely not alone.Subscribe, follow, and share this episode with another parent navigating the childcare journey.#RealMessyMoms #Daycare #Childcare #ParentingPodcast #MomPodcast #WorkingMom #MaternityLeave #DaycareSearch #ModernParenting #MomLife

The dads have entered the chat.

After hearing the wives' side of the story, it's finally time for the husbands to grab the mic and share their perspective on marriage, fatherhood, parenting, and what life really looks like from the dad side of the equation.

In this episode of Real Messy Moms, we're joined by our husbands for an honest, hilarious, and surprisingly insightful conversation about raising kids, navigating marriage after children, balancing work and family life, and the challenges dads face that often go unspoken. From parenting wins and failures to relationship dynamics and everyday family chaos, nothing is off-limits.

Do dads see parenting differently? What do they think about the mental load, household responsibilities, and maintaining a strong marriage while raising young kids? We're asking the questions and getting the answers.

🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:

• Fatherhood and modern parenting
• Marriage after kids from a dad's perspective
• Work-life balance for fathers
• Parenting challenges and lessons learned
• Relationship dynamics after becoming parents
• Dad stereotypes and realities
• Family life behind the scenes
• Honest conversations about fatherhood

Whether you're a parent, partner, or simply curious about how dads experience family life, this episode offers a candid look at the other side of the story.

Subscribe, follow, and let us know whose perspective you relate to most—the moms or the dads?

#RealMessyMoms #Fatherhood #DadLife #ParentingPodcast #MarriageAfterKids #ModernParenting #ParentingTogether #FamilyLife #DadPerspective #MomPodcast

Before our husbands get a chance to share their side, we're taking the mic first.In this episode of Real Messy Moms, we dive into the wives' perspective on marriage, parenting, communication, division of household responsibilities, the mental load of motherhood, and what life really looks like behind the scenes after kids. We're sharing the honest conversations, frustrations, funny moments, and realities that many moms experience but don't always say out loud.Whether you're navigating marriage after children, balancing parenthood as a team, or simply curious about how other couples make it work, this episode offers a candid look at the challenges and joys of modern family life.Next up, our husbands will have their turn to respond—so consider this Part 1 of the conversation.🎙️ Topics discussed:Marriage after kidsMotherhood and partnershipThe mental loadCommunication in relationshipsParenting as a teamBalancing family lifeHonest mom conversationsRelationships and parentingSubscribe, leave a review, and follow along for Part 2 when the husbands share their perspective.#RealMessyMoms #MotherhoodPodcast #MarriageAfterKids #ParentingPodcast #MomLife #MentalLoad #ModernMarriage #ParentingTogether #RelationshipsAndParenting #MomPodcast

Pregnancy isn’t always glowing skin and cute bump pics… sometimes it’s chaos, confusion, and Googling symptoms at 2AM 🤍

In this episode of Real Messy Moms, we’re diving into real messy pregnancies—the raw, unfiltered truth about what actually happens when you’re expecting. From first trimester struggles and intense pregnancy symptoms to emotional highs, hormone swings, and the moments no one warns you about, we’re sharing it all.

We talk about:

• The reality of early pregnancy (and why no one prepares you)

• Unexpected symptoms and body changes

• The mental load and emotional rollercoaster

• What surprised us most about being pregnant

• The difference between social media vs. real life pregnancy

Whether you’re currently pregnant, trying to conceive, or just want to feel less alone in the chaos of motherhood—this episode is for you.

Because let’s be honest… pregnancy can be beautiful, but it can also be really messy.

Solo parenting hits different.

In this episode of Real Messy Moms, we’re getting real about what it’s like when you’re parenting solo—whether it’s for a few hours, a few days, or all the time. No tag team, no breaks, no backup… just you doing everything.

From managing routines and meltdowns to carrying the full mental load of motherhood, we’re talking about the highs, the lows, and the moments where you wonder how you’re still standing.

We get into:

• What solo parenting actually looks like day-to-day

• The mental, emotional, and physical load of doing it all

• How to handle overwhelm when there’s no one to tap out with

• Small things that make solo days easier

• What solo parenting teaches you about yourself

Whether you’re in a season of solo parenting or just have those days where it’s all on you, this episode will make you feel seen.

Because doing it all alone? It’s powerful… but it can also be really messy.

Nothing tests you quite like a sick kid.

In this episode of Real Messy Moms, we’re talking about the chaos of sick kids—the sleepless nights, constant worry, and doing everything you can to comfort your little ones while running on empty.

From fevers and common childhood illnesses to navigating doctor visits, missed routines, and the emotional toll it takes on moms, we’re sharing the real, unfiltered side of parenting when your kids aren’t feeling their best.

We get into:

• What it’s really like when your child is sick

• How sickness affects your routine (and your sanity)

• The mental load and anxiety that comes with it

• Tips for getting through long nights and tough days

• Why moms always end up in full survival mode

Whether you’re in the thick of it or just coming out the other side, this episode will make you feel less alone in the mess.

Because when kids get sick… everything gets messy.

They say “it takes a village”… but what happens when you have to build one from scratch?

In this episode of Real Messy Moms, we’re talking all about real messy communities—what it actually looks like to build, lose, and reshape your support system through pregnancy and postpartum.

From making mom friends to navigating changing friendships, showing up for yourself, and finding your people in a completely new season of life—we’re sharing the honest truth about community in motherhood.

We get into:

• How to build a support system before baby arrives

• Why your friendships shift after becoming a mom

• The reality of postpartum loneliness (and how to handle it)

• Where and how to find your “mom village”

• What we’ve learned about community the hard way

Whether you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, or deep in mom life, this episode will make you feel seen—and remind you that you’re not meant to do this alone.

Because building a village? It’s beautiful… but it can also be really messy.

In Episode 2 of Real Messy Moms, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked parts of motherhood—friendships. Because let’s be honest… making and maintaining friendships as a mom? It’s a whole new level of complicated.From drifting apart from pre-kid friendships to navigating mom cliques, canceled plans, and the struggle to find “your people,” this episode gets real about the emotional side of friendships in motherhood. We’re talking loneliness, comparison, unmet expectations—and also the magic of finding those ride-or-die mom friends who just get it.If you’ve ever felt like your friendships changed after having kids, struggled to make new mom friends, or wondered if it’s just you—you’re not alone.Tune in for honest conversations, relatable stories, and a reminder that friendship in motherhood might look different… but it still matters deeply.

Welcome to the very first episode of Real Messy Moms—the podcast where motherhood gets real, raw, and a little bit chaotic. In this pilot episode, two moms dive headfirst into the unpredictable world of parenting, sharing honest stories about sleepless nights, mom guilt, endless to-do lists, and the beautiful mess in between.If you’ve ever wondered how to balance it all (or laughed at the idea of balance altogether), this episode is for you. From relatable parenting struggles to laugh-out-loud moments, Real Messy Moms creates a space where moms can feel seen, heard, and understood.Whether you’re a new mom, a seasoned parent, or somewhere in between, tune in for real conversations about motherhood, parenting tips, mental load, and surviving (and thriving) through the chaos.