Mom Empowered (Jessie Ereddia)

"There have been nights when I have felt alone while nursing in quiet in the dark. My husband is sound asleep, the dog is sound asleep, all of my friends and family are sound asleep, everyone on social media is asleep, and yet here I am. Awake and alone. Tending to my baby. These moments are hidden from the world. Its just her and I. And it can be tempting to feel isolated and unnoticed.

Maybe this sounds all too familiar to you right now. Maybe you're still in the thick of things with me, waking up far more often than you'd like, taking care of your little one while the rest of the world remains oblivious..."

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"When you're in this season of sameness, with a little baby who relies on you day in and day out, it's easy to forget the eternal significance of motherhood. Especially since we have yet to see the fruits of our labor. Our little ones can't grasp that there's a God who loves them just yet, so we hide those truths away in our hearts until the right time comes.

But despite our inability to fully walk out what it means to teach our children biblical truths and the love of God, there is still a beautiful God-given purpose for the diaper changes, late night feedings, and sweet moments spent in the rocking chair..."

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"I know what it's like to not feel like yourself. I know how overwhelming it can be to have these hormones coursing through your body and to have to adjust to this new lifestyle revolving around the baby. I know how it can affect your marriage to the point where you wonder if it'll even keep working and how easy it is to reminisce on the days when you were more stable, less sleep deprived, and in control. You start to ask yourself, will I ever feel normal and be in that place again?

I don't know how long it'll take to adjust for you or me. I'm definitely still working on it. I have good days and bad days. But what I've come to learn is that even when I don't feel like myself, God knows who I am and he is able to remind me and keep me grounded in the truth..."

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"Sometimes it feels like my heart is breaking when I see my baby crying over something I can't fix or control. This week she has a tooth breaking through and I can tell it's distressing her, and watching those big crocodile tears roll down her cheeks makes me so, so sad. She doesn't understand the pain she's feeling, the changes that she is going through. To her it just hurts. That's all she knows, and so there's no stopping the tears.

I can't count the number of times I have been in those same shoes, shedding tears over something that I can't understand, only knowing that I'm in pain and thinking it won't ever go away. My first heartbreak. Loneliness. Rejection. Painful childhood memories. Waiting. Loss."

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"When we first brought our little one home from the hospital, I had no idea what she wanted. Is she crying from hunger? From gas? From over stimulation? But over time I have become so intimately acquainted with her that I now know exactly what makes her smile and what makes her fuss. I know the difference between her hunger cry and her scared cry and her tired cry. I know when she's nursing for hunger or just nursing for comfort. I know how to calm her down when she bumps her head or falls over. I even know the faces she makes when she's pooping! I know my baby's needs better than she knows them herself and I love that I'm able to meet many of those needs for her.

Lately I've been reminded that the Lord knows us and feels the same way about us too. Sometimes that thought scares me. Being fully known is an intimidating thing. There have been many times when I have convinced myself it's better to try to ignore or hide from the Lord rather than run to him, even though he knows exactly what my aching soul needs and he is the only one who can provide it."

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"I know at some point or another you will have or already have had one of those days where you just lose it. We all do. You're trying to put the baby down for a nap or get them to stop crying for the hundredth time and nothing is working. And it hits you, almost like a cold slap to the face, that you're not in control. In fact you're so out of control that you start to wonder if you can even do this. Survive the day. Get through the night. Do this whole motherhood thing.

Today was one of those days for me. And when I first saw how things were beginning to spiral out of control within my very own home, I found myself asking the question, What AM I in control of? Because I'm certainly not in control of this crying baby who's skipping her nap or the husband who doesn't quite know the right things to do or say. And I don't even think I'm in control of myself because I have these emotions, especially this anger, that rises up in me, and there's just no stopping it..."

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A message for listeners with more information about the blog, how to find Soul Care for the New Mom on Instagram, the vision behind Soul Care, AND an exciting (baby-related) announcement!

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"We somehow get it in our heads that we should be able to do this on our own, that we should be able to get through the day without needing God. We want things to go smoothly, to be perfect. We want to be the best possible mom or wife. And when we are faced with our humanity and all the weaknesses and flaws that come with it, we crumble apart rather than see it for the humbling reminder of our need for God that it truly is. Which is in his design for our relationship with him. It is good that we need him.

And so it turns out that the days of frustration and desperation are perfect training ground for us to learn how to lean into him as he calls us to do, running to the Lord with our needs to receive his love and peace and help..."

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"I don't know what the Lord is calling you to do these days. Maybe it's just to wake up every morning and love on your sweet baby, to pick up your cross through picking up your child and doing the hard work of mothering and nurturing Day in and day out. Maybe he's calling you to make a change in your marriage or friendships or to pursue a ministry within your community or church.

Whatever it is, I want to encourage you with this. The Lord loves us as we love our children and He delights in seeing us walk out our faith, just as we delight in our little one's first steps..."

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"My baby just turned one and I'll admit that I was a little caught off guard by how many emotions I felt about it at the time. I especially had this strange sorrow that I couldn't quite put my finger on at first. Eventually I realized that my heart was heavy with longing. A longing for my daughter to grasp just how deeply I love her and how much I have treasured every day I have spent with her. I so badly wanted her to know that even on the worst days, I have delighted in being her mom and getting to call her my baby. It has been my greatest privilege to care for her, to watch her grow, and to be her source of comfort, peace, and love.

As I contemplated and felt these things, my heart burned with the knowledge that this is how the Lord thinks of us too..."

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"If you're in those early, early stages of figuring out breastfeeding, I feel for you. I remember those days so, so well. I remember it took a few painful weeks, multiple visits to the lactation consultation, a case of mastitis and a lot of tears to even begin to get the hang of it. And even after a few months, I was still navigating confusion about my supply, a fussy baby not wanting to be still during feedings, and an overall weariness from the cluster feedings and waking up to nurse multiple times a night. When I say I understand how difficult breastfeeding can be, I really do mean it.

It's easy to get wrapped up in what our bodies can and cannot do, whether they're performing the way we expect them to and providing for our babies the way we hope they will. It can be stressful and easy to beat ourselves up when we are facing difficulties with breastfeeding, which I know most women do at some point or other in their breastfeeding journey..."

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"We had a rough week recently. A stomach bug traveled through our home, affecting me, my sweet baby, and then my husband. This sickness on top of first trimester tiredness and aching legs was almost enough to send me over the edge. I somehow found the strength to get through each day and care for my family, yet it seemed as though exhaustion was always threatening to overwhelm me.

During this time I cried out to God a lot because I knew that he saw me in my sickness and weakness. And I couldn't help but wonder, does he even care? As someone who has a hard time believing in randomness or coincidences, I started to think that maybe this crummy week was meant to teach me something or grow me in some way. But I didn't want to be taught. I didn't want to grow. I just wanted to feel better and be better instead of being laid up in bed when I should be caring for my baby or laying wide awake at night in pain, helpless and weary..."

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"Last week, yesterday, or maybe just an hour ago, you may have felt some sorrow or guilt over mistakes you had made. Maybe you meant to spend more time with your family, but the day got away from you. Maybe you wanted to be fully present, but social media and Netflix were just too tempting. Maybe you wanted to create a pleasant evening for your husband, but your focus on the baby somehow spoiled it.

Mama, there is so much redemption found in Jesus. And even though there is something so beautiful about the rising sun and the idea of a brand new day, there is grace to be found minute by minute, moment by moment. We don't have to wait until morning to have hope and receive the Lord's joy..."

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This is the final podcast episode until 2018 and also the first episode featuring a special guest: my sweet, amazing (and sometimes goofy) husband, Grant! To end season one of the podcast on a fun note, him and I took turns interviewing each other about parenthood and how it has changed us, challenged us, and brought us closer together. I had a blast recording this episode with him and I'm excited to share it with you all today! Happy listening, and happy Thanksgiving!

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This first episode of season two contains a message for listeners with a recap of season one, information on how to help spread the word about Soul Care for the New Mom, and an excerpt from the latest Soul Care blog post, "When Being a Mom Is Just Not Enough."

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"If you’re like me, you kicked off 2018 with a list of goals and dreams for the coming year, things you hoped to accomplish or get better at, things that you didn’t quite manage to succeed with in 2017. The beauty of a new year is that it gives us hope. Hope that change will come.

But if you’re like me, you also quickly realized that change takes time. You’ve already messed up in several areas. The things you planned to set in motion still haven’t taken off. You’re a little disappointed that you didn’t wake up in 2018 as a completely different person..."

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"If I'm being honest, I think I do have a hard time believing that God loves me enough to talk to me. And when I dive a little further into my thought processes and beliefs about this, I realize that I carry a lot of fear in my heart when it comes to my relationship with the Lord. Like if he's not revealing something big to me or showing up in my life in some grand way, then I fear that I'm doing something wrong and he's disappointed in me. I confuse his silence for distance, and I wonder if he's distant from me in order to punish me because maybe I'm not as diligent in prayer as I think I should be or I'm too easily distracted by all I have going on.

Maybe you think and feel similar things, and if so, I want to offer some words of truth and wisdom for the both of us today. The truth is the Lord is not hiding from you. He's not trying to tease or trick you or even punish you. He does want to speak to you. But it's in the still, small voice that he wants to speak..."

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"We are invited in the midst of our trials to seek wisdom and clarity from the Lord. This honestly isn't always my first thought or action when I'm facing difficulty in my life. Sometimes I wonder if God just wants me to figure it all out on my own. But this passage says otherwise. We are promised that we will receive wisdom when we ask for it in faith. And after giving some thought to how this has played out in my life through past experience, I've realized that there have been many times when God has met me in the middle of my struggles to give me the wisdom I'm looking for, whether it's an immediate, practical solution or just a reminder to keep my eyes fixed on him. But perhaps the best wisdom of all comes in the form of his gentle voice reminding us, 'beloved one, this is making you more like my Son.'"

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"I don’t know about you, but sometimes when the nights are rough and I’m up way longer than I had hoped to be, I find myself crying out to the Lord for help and strength. But honestly, what I’m longing for most isn’t necessarily for more sleep (although, of course that would be VERY much appreciated), but rather that I would just feel his presence beside me so I could know that I’m not alone in this. I don’t want to bear this burden alone.

I wish I could say that I always feel the comfort of the Lord in these moments, but there are many times when I don’t. After the baby is finally asleep again, I climb back into bed feeling a weight of sorrow because even though I won this battle, I’m already worn down and I know there’s still more up ahead. I wonder how long the Lord will allow this sleeplessness to continue and whether it really is for my good and for his glory..."

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"Have you ever had a morning where every fiber of your being begged you to stay in bed? No matter how much you knew you needed to start your day, you just couldn't bear the thought of putting your feet on the ground. If you're in the thick of motherhood, then odds are you haven't just had one morning like this, but have had many. Because sometimes being a mom feels like signing up to be in a war zone day after day, and there are just some days where you don't want to fight..."

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This episode is a reading aloud of the most recent blog post on Soul Care for the New Mom. I chose to share it as this week's podcast episode because of just how well it expresses all that I hope to communicate through Soul Care for the New Mom -- what "soul care" is all about, why it even matters, how my own wrestling in my faith as a new mom led me to discover new ways to connect with the Lord, and why it's become my passion to encourage moms in this season of motherhood! I definitely think you'll want to check out this episode! It's the perfect insight into the story behind Soul Care for the New Mom and what it means for YOU.

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"I realized that even though last night was hard, and I’m sure to have more hard nights ahead, I have the power to cling to a better, more eternity-minded perspective. I know that when I get to the end of my life, I will not regret the nights spent rocking my crying child to sleep. But what I may regret is knowing that I hindered the Lord's work being done in me because I couldn’t see past the temporary and keep HIS kingdom and HIS purposes at the forefront of my mind..."

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"This has been a rough season for a lot of us. It seems like every household has been getting hit with illness after illness, such as the nasty cold or some kind of bug or the crazy flu that's been spreading like wildfire. My own house has dealt with its fair share of sicknesses this winter, the worst of it being the week that my husband had the flu. If you keep up with the blog, then you probably saw that I wrote about this and that it really took all of me to be both mom and dad for our daughter that week. By the end of it I was completely worn down and spent. I could not wait for everyone in our house to be healthy again and for my husband to finally be back to his normal self..."

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"As moms, it's so easy to dismiss or neglect the things on our hearts. We hold back from pursuing certain dreams or passions and we keep ourselves from walking in our talents and gifts. Sometimes this really is what we ought to be doing for certain seasons in our lives, at least until there is more margin and we feel a peace from God in our Spirit to move forward and pursue these things. But then there are times when we're choosing to not pursue these things because we're afraid of letting him down or losing focus of what matters. Sometimes we're just afraid of neglecting our calling as a mom. We want to be the best moms we can be and so we somehow come to believe that that has to mean pushing everything else aside..."

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"When I think about the uncertainty of the future, several things come to mind. Our sweet friends who have just begun fostering and have already experienced the ups and downs of taking in kids and then watching them go. The moms I've reached out to on Instagram who have asked for prayer for their financial situation because money is tight. My friend with a two year old who has daily seizures and has doctors still trying to figure out the right medication to give and whether it could worsen as time goes on.

And I also think of me as I'm getting ready to have my second baby. I have no idea of what our lives will look like with two kiddos under the age of two and there's several unknowns, like how my husband's work schedule may change around that time and whether I'll face the same battle with postpartum rage as I did before. Even questions like, will I still feel confident and able to make it out of the house every day, has me worried and nervous..."

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"Last week I sent out a message to many of my Instagram followers with the question, what’s the biggest challenge you’re facing in this season as a mom? And hands down the most popular response was about the mom guilt that comes from not knowing how to balance it all — motherhood, marriage, housework, pursuing a career, or chasing after a dream or passion. And I completely resonated with this answer. It’s so difficult to know what the right balance is and how to do what’s best for the family while maintaining a functioning household and without compromising your own needs and desires too. No matter how hard we try, a lot of us feel like we’re falling short in at least one area, if not several. And that’s where the mom guilt comes in..."

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"I think there was a past naive version of many of us that liked to believe that we would be accepting of our postpartum bodies, that we would simply marvel at how it carried our sweet babies and nourished them both in the womb and beyond. We told ourselves that there would be no pressure to get the weight off, that we would give ourselves grace for the changes our bodies would endure.

But if you're like me, your postpartum body lost most of its luster sometime after the 'fourth trimester.' Now it’s difficult to accept this is really how you look, how you fit, and how you jiggle. You feel hopeless and defeated. And at the same time, guilty. Because you expected better from yourself. You thought you'd rock your new body with confidence — if not for your sake, then for your someday adolescent daughters. But now you just want to hide away, go back in time to the smaller version of yourself that you had even once thought could lose a few pounds. If only we knew then how good we had it, right?..."

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"I think it’s safe to say we all feel the temptation to compare. With social media constantly in our faces, we're taking in countless messages about what motherhood could look like or ought to look like and sometimes this has a way of highlighting our own failures, differences, and inadequacies. We see skinny, active, healthy moms and well-balanced, organized, have-it-all together moms and vulnerable, bold, authentic moms, and moms who are just killing it with their side hustles as they walk in their gifts and talents and pursue their dreams. Sometimes it can be so inspiring and motivating to see these moms at their best. We think to ourselves, 'maybe I can be that, too.' But then there are times when it’s discouraging, even deflating, because we know we are so far from where they are, where we wish we could be..."

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It’s the end of another season, both for this podcast and for our family. With our second baby’s due date fast approaching, I felt like this would be the perfect time to wrap up Season Two. But don’t worry — my goal is to take some time away to focus on family and get my bearings and then to come back with some fresh, new material for you mamas sometime this summer!

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“I just didn’t understand why the labor was the way it was. At the time I honestly believed that because things didn’t go my way, God must not have been on my side. But now, three months later, I see things differently and I realize that not only was he on my side, but he was by my side every step of the way.

And mama, today I want you to know that he was by your side every step of the way through your little one’s birth too. I don’t know your birth story. It may be similar to mine or completely different. But maybe you, like me, know what it’s like to feel disappointment, sorrow, or anger because you didn’t have the birth you expected or hoped to have…”

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Scripture Referenced:

2 Corinthians 5:1-5

2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Links Mentioned:

James’ birth story: https://soulcareforthenewmom.com/blog-1/2018/6/18/james-katherines-birth-story

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"I used to be able to sit down and have my quiet time with God for hours. Devotionals, Bible study books, journaling, a hot cup of coffee. I absolutely loved my mornings with the Lord, and I couldn’t imagine not having them. But then I had a baby, and then another one, and now I’m in this crazy season of two under two and that picture perfect "quiet time" feels like the furthest thing from attainable.

At some point in my motherhood journey I was finally forced to put away my Bible, journal, and mile-long prayer list and reconsider what I thought was necessary for God to want to be a part of my life. I quit trying to have that ideal quiet time. And what I found was that I had been putting my relationship with the Lord in this box and that there was so much more to be discovered..."

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Scripture Referenced:

Galatians 5:1

Matthew 11:28-30

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"I have a confession to make. I’m a habitual Netflix bingewatcher. It started when I was working my way through college and felt completely overwhelmed by everything on my plate, then it continued when I graduated and was both a newlywed and pregnant with no job. And then when I had my first daughter, not only did things not change, but they actually got worse! I was spending so much time breastfeeding, staying home with the baby, and staying up through the night that I continued to rely on Netflix and to an even more unhealthy degree.

But then things started getting better. After months of feeling distant from God, I finally decided to turn off the TV and to begin pursuing time with him and other healthier things..."

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Scripture Referenced:

Ephesians 6:10-12

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“Today I yelled at my toddler in the middle of the grocery store and snapped at my husband for what feels like the hundredth time this week. I knew I wasn’t treating them right but I was so angry in the moment that I didn’t even care. It wasn’t until I was alone later on in the day, nursing my newborn to sleep in a dimly lit room with nothing to hear but my own thoughts that I began to feel regret and sorrow over what I had done.

Why am I such an angry mom? Why am I an ungrateful wife? Why do I sometimes treat my family so poorly and forget how amazing and beautiful they are?”

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Scripture Referenced:

2 Corinthians 7:10

John 10:10

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“To tell you the truth, I was angry at the Lord — angry that this is my life now and sometimes it feels like he’s nowhere to be found. I didn’t have these kids just to make me happy. I had these kids because I thought that this was a calling he had put on my life that would be used to bring him glory. I thought that this was going to be a partnership between him and I, that every day spent loving these kids was going to be rewarding because I was doing it WITH him and FOR him.

But lately it doesn’t feel like that’s the way it is…”

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Scripture Referenced:

James 1:12

Colossians 3:23-24

Galatians 6:9

Matthew 16:27

Luke 6:35

1 Corinthians 15:58

Psalm 127:3

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“Nothing about having a baby was more shocking to me than how much my marriage struggled afterwards. When my eldest was born I felt like I went from my husband being my whole world to my daughter being my whole world — and he could tell the difference too. I didn’t want to touch or kiss or even hug. I didn’t care about his work stories or whatever news he had read on the internet. I wasn’t interested in going on dates or even sharing the same bed.

The hormones and adjustments I was going through made me more emotional than usual. More angry. More mean. And when my husband realized that nothing he was doing made things any better, he became angry and mean, too. Until it eventually felt like we were nothing more than roommates — roommates who just so happened to share the amazing gift of raising this beautiful baby girl…”

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Scripture Referenced:

2 Peter 1:3

Romans 6:6-7, 11-14

Hebrews 4:15-16

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“I don’t know about you, but I tend to pile way more onto my to do list than is feasibly possible for me to do in any single day. When evening rolls around, my list usually still has so many items not checked off that I end up having to carry those things over into the next day, creating a never-ending problem of having too much on my plate. And that’s when the anxiety starts to kick in and I all of a sudden go from being Supermom to Super Angry Mom. Because all I see is what’s left to do and it leaves me feeling overwhelmed…”

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Scripture Referenced:

Luke 10:38-42

Matthew 6:31-33

Colossians 3:23

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“I’m lacking joy these days. I can feel it. Waves of irritation and frustration and sorrow even wash over me when I least expect it. When I’m in the car with a screaming baby for twenty straight minutes. When I’m watching my toddler deliberately disobey me. When my husband forgets something I asked him to do. When my to do list just keeps getting longer and longer.

There have been days where I’ve just felt lost. Even a little empty. Being a wife and mom requires so much of me. I’m always giving. Always serving. Always being poured out. And I reach a point where I just don’t want to give anymore. Do you ever feel this way?”

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Scripture Referenced:

James 1:2-3

Psalm 103:1-4

John 10:10

Hebrews 12:2

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Today’s episode is a special one because it features my husband Grant as we have a conversation on a topic that’s been a pretty big deal to us the past two years: sex after kids. In this episode we share how our sex life has changed since having kids and the struggles we’ve faced, as well as how we’ve overcome those struggles and gotten to where we are today. We give our best advice for couples while approaching this topic from a biblical perspective because we believe that pursuing a healthy, thriving sex life should be important to every husband and wife and is very much a priority for God, too. So whether your sex life is nonexistent or alive and well, we hope this conversation is an encouragement to you!

Scripture Referenced:

John 10:10

Ephesians 5:28

1 Corinthians 7:4-5

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"There have been nights when I have felt alone while nursing in quiet in the dark. My husband is sound asleep, the dog is sound asleep, all of my friends and family are sound asleep, everyone on social media is asleep, and yet here I am. Awake and alone. Tending to my baby. These moments are hidden from the world. Its just her and I. And it can be tempting to feel isolated and unnoticed.

Maybe this sounds all too familiar to you right now. Maybe you're still in the thick of things with me, waking up far more often than you'd like, taking care of your little one while the rest of the world remains oblivious..."

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Scripture Referenced:

Psalm 139:1-3, 7-10

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"We somehow get it in our heads that we should be able to do this on our own, that we should be able to get through the day without needing God. We want things to go smoothly, to be perfect. We want to be the best possible mom or wife. And when we are faced with our humanity and all the weaknesses and flaws that come with it, we crumble apart rather than see it for the humbling reminder of our need for God that it truly is. Which is in his design for our relationship with him. It is good that we need him.

And so it turns out that the days of frustration and desperation are perfect training ground for us to learn how to lean into him as he calls us to do, running to the Lord with our needs to receive his love and peace and help..."

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Scripture Referenced:

Hebrews 12:1-3, 11-12

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"Have you ever had a morning where every fiber of your being begged you to stay in bed? No matter how much you knew you needed to start your day, you just couldn't bear the thought of putting your feet on the ground. If you're in the thick of motherhood, then odds are you haven't just had one morning like this, but have had many. Because sometimes being a mom feels like signing up to be in a war zone day after day, and there are just some days where you don't want to fight..."

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Scripture Referenced:

Matthew 11:28-30

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“I have fought battles this year. And I have a feeling that you have too. You may be in the middle of fighting one right now. Maybe it looks like some of what I’ve already described. Or maybe it looks like something different altogether. Unexpected news. Sickness. A job lay-off. Sexual temptation. Resentment. Shame and guilt. Apathy. Intrusive thoughts.

Whatever the case, there is one thing I am certain of: the enemy may think he’s winning, but the truth is that Jesus has already won. There is only one person who has the final say over our lives and it is Jesus Christ, who covers us with grace and has given us all that we need to be victorious. We are overcomers because HE has overcome…”

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Lyrics to “This is How I Fight My Battles + Surrounded”:

This is how I fight my battles

This is how I fight my battles

This is how I fight my battles

It may look like I’m surrounded, but I’m surrounded by you

It may look like I’m surrounded, but I’m surrounded by you

It may look like I’m surrounded, but I’m surrounded by you

It may look like I’m surrounded, but I’m surrounded by you

Song: “This is How I Fight My Battles + Surrounded (Spontaneous)” by UPPERROOM

https://youtu.be/NoAqymNcBTk

Scripture Referenced:

Romans 8:31-32

Romans 8:37-39

Romans 8:26

2 Kings 6

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Christi Straub is a mom of two and knows the challenges of these years of early parenting well. As a marriage and family coach, she also knows just how vital it is for wives and moms to pursue emotional awareness and safety — and how this has the power to completely transform a home! I just know you’re going to love Christi’s transparency and the wisdom she has to share as we go deep into some common, but painful struggles for moms and what it looks like to come out on the other side so that we are able to live, love, and lead well.

In today’s episode, Christi and I chat about:

- how the challenges of the postpartum years led her to the coaching ministry she does today

- finding yourself again after having kids

- how one 15-minute practice changed her marriage

- the heart behind their new children’s book, What Am I Feeling?

- practical ways to cultivate emotional awareness and safety in our homes

- the 2/5 rule that can set moms free from fear and guilt

Meet Christi:

Christi Straub, M.A., M.B.A. is a native Canadian, wife to an American, and momma to two feisty kiddos. She is a marriage and family coach and leads The Straub Co., an organization where she and her husband Josh coach families to live, love, and lead well. Christi is a Fellow of the Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling. She is also co-host of the In This Together podcast and is coauthor of the children’s book, What Am I Feeling? (2019), as well as a Bible study for families called Homegrown: Cultivating Kids in the Fruit of the Spirit (B&H, 2019). When she and Josh aren’t working together, they spend time on the lake in their 1974 Crestliner, train their disobedient puppy, and watch their kids crush karaoke on a stage built in their dining room.

Resources Mentioned:

What Am I Feeling? Children’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/What-Feeling-Dr-Josh-Straub/dp/1535938188/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=what+am+i+feeling&qid=1576967789&s=books&sr=1-1

Homegrown Bible Study: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/homegrown-bible-study-book-P005813576

The Straub Co.: https://famousathome.com/

Famous at Home Podcast: https://www.joshuastraub.com/ourpodcast/

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As moms who are navigating this season of caring for little ones, I believe it is so important for us to have a source of support and voice of wisdom in our lives — and this is one of the reasons I love Moms on Call. I first discovered Moms on Call, an amazing ministry designed to encourage and equip moms of littles with helpful parenting resources, shortly after I had my firstborn, and I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Laura Hunter, one of its co-founders! I am not exaggerating when I say that she is FILLED with encouragement and wisdom for the mom who is in the thick of this season of motherhood. I am so excited for you to have a listen!

In today’s episode, Laura and I chat about:

- the backstory and mission behind Moms on Call

- encouragement for the anxious mama and what it looks like to parent out of truth instead of fear

- laying down the “foreverness” of the decisions and challenges we are facing in this season

- prioritizing and the myth of balance

- how she is being filled by God’s Word these days

- intentionally speaking truth into our children’s lives

Meet Laura:

Laura Hunter is a true testament of grace in the chaos! She is the mother of five, a pediatric nurse, a bestselling author, entrepreneur, international infant care specialist, and co-founder of Moms on Call. There is one common area for all of Laura’s life, and that is her desire to inspire and speak into the hearts of parents.

Resources Mentioned:

Moms on Call | Helping Moms with Kids from Birth to 4 Years Old: https://momsoncall.com/

Moms on Call Resources: https://momsoncall.com/shop/

Moms on Call on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoncall/

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Postpartum depression has a way of making this confusing, challenging season of navigating life with a newborn feel even heavier, and my friend Rachel Rennie knows this firsthand. After watching Rachel share on social media how she dealt with postpartum depression and anxiety after the births of her two children, I knew right away that I had to have her on the podcast. I just love the vulnerability, wisdom, and truth with which she addresses this important topic, and I know you will, too!

In today’s episode, Rachel and I chat about:

- her experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety after the births of her two children

- why this topic is so important and needs to be talked about

- getting help for postpartum depression through the form of counseling and medication

- her struggles with intrusive thoughts and methods she’s used to cope with them

- how faith and science can actually go together when it comes to finding help and healing

- hope for the mom who’s struggling to cling to God in this season

Resources Mentioned:

Overcoming Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts: https://www.amazon.com/Overcoming-Unwanted-Intrusive-Thoughts-Frightening/dp/1626254346

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Jen Wise has been on a journey of discovering what it means to live the bright life. In today’s episode she shares this journey with us, as well as her new book, the Bright Life, which is packed full of wisdom, truth, and encouragement on what it looks like to lean into the unforced rhythms of grace and find refreshment in the Lord. I just know you’re going to love our conversation about what all of this means for us in this season of motherhood!

In today’s episode, Jen and I chat about:

- the journey that led her to write The Bright Life and the Biblical, grace-filled wisdom we are all able to gleam from it

- the intertwining of self care and faith

- practical ways the overwhelmed mama is able to lean into the unforced rhythms of grace

- pursuing friendships and community in this season of motherhood

- how leaning into grace yourself leads you into extending grace to others

- engaging with God as a busy mom

Meet Jen:

Jen is happy to spend most days rotating between friends, family, writing, cooking, and her neighborhood yoga studio. She enjoys nights out, creative projects, hosting dinners and parties, laughing with friends and family, exploring new ideas, serving her neighborhood, and being an active part of her home church. Jen's first book, The Bright Life: 40 Invitations to Reclaim Your Energy for the Full Life, released with Zondervan in January '19. Jen holds an MA in Theology from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and serves as a child advocate with Compassion International as a part of their Artist and Speaker Team. She lives in Philadelphia’s Main Line neighborhood with her family.

Resources Mentioned:

The Bright Life: 40 Invitations to Reclaim Your Energy for the Full Life: https://www.amazon.com/Bright-Life-Invitations-Reclaim-Energy/dp/0310351111

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You may already be familiar with Valerie Woerner through her beautiful prayer journals and amazing resources at Val Marie Paper, but did you know that Val has also just released a new book? Grumpy Mom Takes a Holiday is a book of truth and hope that we could ALL use in our lives. By examining common lies that we believe as moms, Val not only points us back to the truth of the Gospel, but also invites us into freedom, rest, intentionality, and renewed joy in motherhood. If you are interested in hearing more about Grumpy Mom, I just know you are going to love today’s episode in which I share my recent conversation with Val about her heart and message behind the book, as well as her best wisdom and encouragement for moms!

In today’s episode, Val and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind Grumpy Mom Takes a Holiday

- some of the subtle lies pertaining to motherhood that we believe and how these relate to our grumpiness as moms

- how God has been renewing joy in her everyday motherhood

- creating a habit of taking your thoughts captive

- overcoming challenges and confusion revolving around prayer

- Val Marie Paper resources designed to help women with prayer

Meet Val:

Valerie Woerner is the owner of Val Marie Paper and author of Grumpy Mom Takes a Holiday and Fresh Start for Moms. Her mission is to create practical tools, including her original 6-month prompted prayer journal, and content that equips women to cut through the noise of everyday life and find fullness in the presence of the Lord. She lives in South Louisiana with her husband Tyler and two girls, Vivi and Vana.

Resources Mentioned:

Grumpy Mom Takes a Holiday: http://www.valmariepaper.com/books/grumpy-mom-takes-holiday-2/

Val Marie Paper: http://www.valmariepaper.com/

Prayer Journal Shop: https://shop.valmariepaper.com/

Follow Val on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valwoerner/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

The Lord’s desire for us is not just to survive motherhood, but rather to THRIVE in motherhood and to experience the abundant life he has for us! This is a message that Kara-Kae James is so passionate about and has created an entire ministry on. If you’re at all familiar with her work through Thrive Moms, then I know you are just going to LOVE her new book, Mom Up: Thriving with Grace in the Chaos of Motherhood, which I had the pleasure of chatting to her about for today’s episode. Grab your earbuds and join in on our conversation on what it looks like to thrive with grace as we lean into the Lord’s desires for us in this season of motherhood!

In today’s episode, Kara-Kae and I chat about:

- the heart and message behind her book Mom Up

- what intentional motherhood looks like through the lens of our identity in God

- the importance of finding genuine community

- protecting your marriage for the long haul

- the difference between the world’s definition of rest and true rest in the Lord

- embracing chaos and choosing joy in everyday motherhood

- the vision behind Thrive Moms and the resources it offers moms today

Meet Kara-Kae:

Kara-Kae James is a writer and encourager passionate about seeing women’s lives changed and impacted through the gospel. She is the founder and Executive Director of Thrive Moms, a ministry dedicated to seeing moms step out of survival mode and into the thriving, abundant life that God calls them to. She is also the author of the book “Mom Up: Thriving with Grace in the Chaos of Motherhood”. Kara-Kae is married to her husband, Brook, and mom to four. She works daily to encourage women to reach their potential as moms and as daughters of Christ. She is passionate about pouring into moms because she knows first-hand that many moms are struggling and in desperate need of a reminder that God loves us, and we are doing His holy work.

Resources Mentioned:

Mom Up: Thriving with Grace in the Chaos of Motherhood: https://www.amazon.com/Mom-Up-Thriving-Grace-Motherhood/dp/0830773088

Thrive Moms: http://thrivemoms.com/

Kara-Kae James’ Website: http://karakaejames.com/

Follow Kara-Kae on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karakae.james

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

I love getting to know and support families who are involved in foster care, and today I want to introduce you to an amazing friend, Katrina Hilliard, who has so much wisdom to share when it comes to fostering. Katrina and her husband have been navigating the world of foster care for the past three years and have definitely learned a thing or two about trusting God along the way! I just love the honesty with which Katrina describes the rollercoaster ride of emotions that oftentimes comes with fostering and how her faith was stretched as a result. If you’ve ever considered becoming a foster parent, know somebody who is a foster parent, or just want to learn more about the foster care process, this episode is sure to be an encouragement to you!

In today’s episode, Katrina and I chat about:

- how God led them to foster care three years ago and what the process of becoming certified as a foster parent was like

- the day they met their first foster child for the first time and the months that followed

- meeting birth parents and the heart change she personally experienced regarding this

- the challenging journey leading up to their first son’s adoption and how her faith was stretched along the way

- the blessings of support and community for foster parents

- advice for women considering foster care

Resources Mentioned:

FaithBridge Foster Care: https://www.faithbridgefostercare.org/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

Marriage in these early days of parenthood can be… tricky. There’s beauty and excitement in growing a family together, but also plenty of challenges and trials that are encountered along the way. This is why I am just SO excited about today’s guest — Selena Frederick, the co-founder of Fierce Marriage and an amazing wife and mom who is passionate about encouraging and equipping wives in cultivating a Christ-centered marriage. There is no doubt in my mind that you will feel absolutely refreshed and encouraged as you listen to all that Selena has to say in this episode about married life after kids and how the Gospel changes everything!

In today’s episode, Selena and I chat about:

- the backstory behind Fierce Marriage

- some of the challenges that are encountered in marriage after having children

- the importance of preserving friendship and connection with your spouse

- wisdom for wives who struggle with intimacy in their marriage

- God’s design for marriage and how marriage is able to make you look more like Jesus

- helpful Fierce Marriage resources for husbands and wives

Meet Selena:

Selena Frederick is a wife, mom of two girls, and the the co-founder of Fierce Marriage. She and her husband Ryan have been married for over fifteen years and love pouring into married couples through their ministry. They are the voices behind the Fierce Marriage blog and the Fierce Marriage Podcast, as well as the authors of four devotionals designed to empower couples and point them toward Christ.

Resources Mentioned:

Fierce Marriage Website: https://fiercemarriage.com/

Fierce Marriage Devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.com/collections/devotionals

Fierce Marriage Podcast: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcast

Fierce Marriage on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fiercemarriage/

Fierce Marriage on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fiercemarriage/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

If you’ve been following me on my motherhood journey for some time, then you probably know that I am a HUGE fan of all things birth, which is why the conversation you’re about to listen to with my new friend Alise Marsh was such a special treat for me! Alise is a wife, mama, childbirth educator, doula, and fellow podcaster, and she has so much wisdom and experience when it comes to childbirth, educating and advocating for yourself in birth, and taking care of yourself postpartum. I love hearing how she’s using her passion and knowledge to equip and empower women, and I just know you will, too!

In today’s episode, Alise and I chat about:

- her journey through the world of birth as a mom, childbirth educator, and doula

- the importance of educating yourself on your labor and birth choices

- the role of a doula and why women may want one during their labor

- the struggle and importance of finding a community of support as a new mom

- her best wisdom for how new moms can take care of themselves after birth

- resources for women who need physical or emotional support in the postpartum period

Meet Alise:

Alise Marsh is an ICEA certified childbirth educator and doula (ICCE, ICBD), who has been equipping and empowering women through birth work for the last 6 years. She is the host of the Perfectly, Wonderfully Made Podcast, creator of the Your Best Birth online childbirth course, and currently resides in Washington with her husband Jeff and her two little ones, Monroe (5) & Indiana (3).

Resources Mentioned:

Your Best Birth Course: https://alisemarsh.teachable.com/p/your-birth-class

Free 6 Day Childbirth Course: https://www.alisemarsh.com/bestbirth

Perfectly, Wonderfully Made Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perfectly-wonderfully-made/id1281408087?mt=2

Alise Marsh’s Website: https://www.alisemarsh.com/

Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net/

Follow Alise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perfectlywonderfullymade/

Follow Alise on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourbirthclass/

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

Whether you’re new to the mom life or have been at it for a minute, you have almost definitely seen a side of yourself you’ve never expected. For me, that side looked like hot, burning rage in all of the worst ways… and today I’m opening up about it!

In today’s episode, I chat about:

- my experiences with postpartum rage as a mom and my story of going from angry to EMPOWERED

- what to do when God isn’t answering your prayers to help you with your anger

- where our anger actually comes from (spoiler alert: it’s FEAR)

- my top THREE strategies for overcoming anger and transforming how you experience everyday motherhood

You may be familiar with Audrey Bailey through Brush and Barley, her digital artwork brand. For today’s episode, I had the honor of chatting with Audrey about her creative journey and work with Brush and Barley, as well as the backstory behind her overnight Instagram success! It was so fun getting to hear some of the ups and downs of being an “Insta-famous” work-from-home mom, as well as more about her heart behind what she does. You are sure to be encouraged and inspired by Audrey as she shares both her passion for her work AND her faith that’s so intertwined with it!

In today’s episode, Audrey and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her brand Brush and Burley and how life has changed for her since its explosion on Instagram

- how Brush and Barley is reaching people and addressing the topic of mental health

- Audrey’s faith journey as it relates to her creative journey

- what it was like for her to watch her Instagram following quickly grow by tens of thousands and what she has learned from it

- being an Enneagram Four as it relates to motherhood

- encouragement for the listener who is pursuing her passion and not seeing the growth she is hoping for

- being a work-at-home mom and making time to take care of yourself in the midst of busyness

- dealing with constructive criticism

Resources Mentioned:

Brush and Barley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brushandbarley/

Brush and Barley on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brushandbarley/

Brush and Barley Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEGJjh_z5UDRqMhVX2kJYjw

Brush and Barley Website: https://www.brushandbarley.com/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

Today’s conversation is a little bit SPICY as I talk with Ashlyn Watkins, the creator and voice of Spiced Wife, a ministry dedicated to helping wives reach their full potential of being both holy and sexy! Sex can be such an uncomfortable and even difficult subject at times, which is why I love how candid Ashlyn is in our conversation. As wives and mothers, we need to be able to explore and pursue intimacy as God has called us to within our marriages — and that starts with openly and honestly talking about it!

In today’s episode, Ashlyn and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her ministry Spiced Wife

- what it means for wives to be both holy and sexy

- the importance of having healthy conversations about sex

- practical wisdom for the mom of little ones who wants to spice things up in her marriage

- the message behind her book, Sex Before Marriage: A Church Girl’s Truths

Resources Mentioned:

Spiced Wife Website: https://www.spicedwife.com/

Spiced Wife Podcast: https://www.spicedwife.com/podcast

Spiced Wife on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spicedwife/?hl=en

Sex Before Marriage: A Church Girl’s Truths: https://www.amazon.com/SEX-BEFORE-MARRIAGE-CHURCH-TRUTHS/dp/1797454803/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ashlyn%20watkins&qid=1568401784&sr=8-1

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

In today’s episode I’m sharing with you a powerful practice that has radically changed my marriage — and that I believe can change yours too! If you are ready to exchange your anger and resentment for PEACE and CONNECTION, you’ll definitely want to grab a notebook and pen to take notes. I’ll be walking you through how this practice can help you replace your negative thought patterns, communicate more effectively in your marriage, and build even greater trust!

Mama needs her sleep! Can I get an Amen? You guys, I am so excited for you to listen to today’s conversation with baby sleep trainer Lauren Mixon as we chat about all things sleep training, as well as what it looks like to get OUT of survival mode and into a place of THRIVING. Whether you’re still in those early newborn days or are further along in your motherhood journey, I believe this episode offers some great encouragement and practical wisdom on how us moms can start to get more rest and better sleep!

In today’s episode, Lauren and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her work as a baby sleep trainer

- common sleep-related struggles moms face

- the importance of having good rest and how sleep training can help moms get out of survival mode and into a place of thriving

- confusion and controversy surrounding sleep training

- practical wisdom and encouragement for the mom who is currently sleep training or thinking about sleep training

- sleep training resources, including her Better Sleeping Baby Course

Resources Mentioned:

Better Sleeping Baby Course: https://www.bettersleepingbaby.com/baby-sleeping-course

Better Sleeping Baby Mom Squad Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/442740976572024/

Lauren’s Website: https://laurenamixon.com/

Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenamixon/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

If you’ve ever felt like you’re “losing” your identity as a mom, this episode is for you! Holley Gerth is an author, speaker, and coach with a heart for encouraging and empowering women, and I just know you are going to love getting to hear from her about her new devotional Strong, Brave, Loved. We chat about what it looks like to really walk in our identity in Christ, as well as how even the most difficult of seasons in our lives can lead us closer to God. You are sure to walk away from this episode feeling encouraged and reminded of just how strong, brave, and loved you really are!

In today’s episode, Holley and I chat about:

- the backstory behind her work as an author, speaker, and coach

- her journey of infertility leading to adoption and what this has taught her about God’s timing and rejoicing with others amidst personal sorrow

- the heart behind her new devotional Strong, Brave, Loved: Empowering Reminders of Who You Really Are

- depression, anxiety, and other struggles we face as women and what it looks like to really walk in our identity in Christ

- encouragement for the listener who feels like she is struggling to remember who she is since becoming a mom

- seeing bravery as an action rather than an emotion and the beauty of being brave together

Resources Mentioned:

Strong, Brave, Loved: Empowering Reminders of Who You Really Are: https://www.amazon.com/Strong-Brave-Loved-Empowering-Reminders/dp/0800729552

Holley Gerth’s Website: https://holleygerth.com/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

In today’s episode I’m walking you through a strategy that I love to share with the women I work with, which is this idea of identifying and creating your Plan As, Plan Bs, and Plan Cs for shaping your everyday motherhood AND beating your anxiety and frustration over inevitable interruptions. If you often find yourself losing your cool over things like skipped naps, canceled plans, and never-ending to do lists, this episode is for you!

If you’re a mama with a dream on your heart, this one’s for you! Stefanie Gass is a female entrepreneur success coach with SO much wisdom to offer on what it means to pursue a dream and build a business all while being in the throes of motherhood. Hearing her journey of how God has led her to where she is today is both encouraging and inspiring! Whether you’re currently a busy “mompreneur” or just a mama wanting to fulfill the Lord’s calling on her life, you are sure to walk away from this episode with a deeper hunger and trust in God.

In today’s episode, Stefanie and I chat about:

- the heart behind her work as a female entrepreneur success coach

- encouragement for the listener who is at the beginning of her entrepreneurial journey

- what it looks like to trust God with your business and not rush into success

- the backstory of the creation of her With God She Rises Journal

- how being a mom and pursuing a dream can intertwine and what it looks like to lean into both

- venturing into podcasting and course creation

Resources Mentioned:

Stefanie Gass’s website - http://www.stefaniegass.com

Follow Stefanie on Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/stefaniegass

With God She Rises Journal - https://www.stefaniegass.com/withgodsherises.html

The Mompreneur Mastermind Show - https://www.stefaniegass.com/podcast.html

Is Podcasting Right For You? Quiz - https://www.stefaniegass.com/quizzes.html

10 Steps to Podcasting Webinar - https://events.genndi.com/register/169105139238473353/f5db42db7d

Podcast Pro University - https://www.stefaniegass.com/podcastprouniversity.html

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

Let’s be real: Sometimes the holidays can be more stressful than fun. So what can we do this year to not feel so overwhelmed by the pressures we face, whether those pressures are from our extended families, the product of social media and the culture we live in today, or even our own high standards? In today’s podcast episode, I break down what it means to be EMPOWERED around the holidays and offer up practical tips for cultivating a more fun and peaceful Christmas for your family. It’s time to stop letting others choose Christmas FOR us and instead learn how to choose Christmas for ourselves!

When you become EMPOWERED as a mom, THAT is when you are free to truly ENJOY being a mom. This is something you’ll find me saying often - and not just because I’ve seen it be true in my own life, but because I’ve seen it be true in the lives of the women I work with. So much of the joy and freedom we most long for in our lives really does start with our MINDSET and CONFIDENCE!

In today’s episode, I’m walking you through FIVE daily practices designed to help you feel more empowered in your everyday motherhood:

1. Speaking declarations

2. Listing your options

3. Confident, creative communication

4. Nurturing your body, mind, and soul

5. Taking consistent baby steps in the right direction

I honestly couldn’t think of a better way to kick off the new year than with some fresh insight on what it means to be the fully empowered moms we were created to be!

For today’s episode I had the privilege of chatting with professional counselor and author Aundi Kolber about her new book Try Softer, as well as how we as moms can begin to pay compassionate attention to our bodies and heal from past trauma. Aundi’s way of honoring her wounds and owning her story is sure to inspire and encourage you, whether you have walked through your own trauma or are simply in the midst of processing your everyday motherhood experiences.

In today’s episode, Aundi and I chat about:

- the heart behind her work as a professional counselor and the inspiration behind her new book “Try Softer: A Fresh Approach to Move Us Out of Stress, Anxiety, and Survival Mode and Into a Life of Connection and Joy”

- what it means to pay compassionate attention to our bodies and care for ourselves

- how the way we perceive our experiences in motherhood can often come from our own childhood templates

- honoring our wounds and “owning our story” through even the smallest and simplest of acts

- how Aundi’s own personal experiences with trauma have intertwined with her faith

- the ways our attachments to others can influence the way we perceive God

Resources Mentioned:

Try Softer: A Fresh Approach to Move Us Out of Stress, Anxiety, and Survival Mode and Into a Life of Connection and Joy: https://www.amazon.com/Try-Softer-Approach-Mode-Connection/dp/1496439651/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=try+softer&qid=1576981699&sr=8-1

Aundi’s Website: https://aundikolber.com/

Follow Aundi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aundikolber/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

In a world full of distraction, lies, and overwhelm, we all need those people in our corner who are willing to do battle with us. This is why I loved getting the opportunity to chat with Certified Professional Life Coach Diana Kerr for today’s episode! Diana has a huge heart for coaching and empowering go-getter Christian women, and the wisdom that she has to offer in our conversation is sure to resonate with any mama who’s familiar with the distraction and busyness that life can bring.

In today’s episode, Diana and I chat about:

- the heart behind her work as a life coach for go-getter Christian women

- the spiritual warfare and “mindset wars” that women are facing today when it comes to living with contentment and purpose

- encouragement for the mom who is feeling like a failure

- the importance of taking your thoughts captive and what it actually looks like to implement this practice

- how motherhood has shaped her work as a coach

- what she learned through her experiment with having a social-media-free business

Resources Mentioned:

Diana’s Website: http://www.dianakerr.com

3 Lies About Time Workbook: http://www.dianakerr.com/workbook

Get Out of Your Head by Jennie Allen: https://www.jennieallen.com/gooyh

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

What better guest to have on the podcast in the month of February than relationship consultant Dr. Morgan Cutlip? Morgan’s passion for helping others find happiness and longevity in their relationships is so evident throughout our conversation as she shares with us some of the practical wisdom, next steps, and encouragement we may need to cultivate more connection with our spouses!

In today’s episode, Morgan and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her work with Love Thinks

- some of the biggest factors behind a relationship’s health and longevity

- the importance of maintaining a positive attitude toward our partner

- conversations to have when you are not seeing effort on your partner’s part to build a stronger relationship

- practical wisdom for the mom of little ones who wants to cultivate more happiness in her marriage

- identifying causes for decreased libido and rebuilding physical intimacy

- the power of small changes to create massive impact in your relationship

Resources Mentioned:

Love Thinks Website: https://www.mylovethinks.com/

Low Libido Checklist: https://mylovethinks.lpages.co/leadbox/15313846f172a2:1469aed2b746dc/4667068394635264/

Rock Solid Marriage Course [GET 25% OFF COURSE USING CODE SOULCARE]: https://online.mylovethinks.com/courses/rock-solid-marriage-ready-1

Follow Morgan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylovethinks/?hl=en

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

In today’s episode I’m sharing a recording from a recent Live video I did in my Facebook community as part of my three-day Empowered Wife Workshop. You’ll be hearing more about what it means to be an empowered wife, why this matters for your marriage and family, and what it looks like to be empowered for CONNECTION with your spouse specifically.

There are two things I most want you to take away from today’s episode:

1. Your BEING is far more important than your DOING. It’s not tasks or “to-dos” that you need more of when it comes to strengthening your marriage; it’s more transformative MINDSET SHIFTS that result in you becoming a truly confident, empowered wife.

2. You DO have a say in the trajectory of your marriage! You DO have a say in how you connect with your husband, how you respond to your husband, and even how you THINK about your husband. And knowing that you have this power and AUTHORITY makes all the difference.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Today’s episode is on the topic of suffering. This may be the most vulnerable episode I’ve ever released, but I also believe it to be one of the most important for some of you. Any time I share some of the harder or heavier parts of my story, it’s with the hope of reaching other women where they are and restoring hope for them, too. So I just want to let you know that if you are in a place of hardship or suffering these days, or are maybe even angry with God, you are not alone. You are so very much loved. And His kindness IS being poured out over you through it all.

For today’s episode I had the honor of chatting with nutritionist and wellness coach Alexa Schirm, who has so much wisdom to share on the topic of health, hormones, and food. I love that a lot of her work revolves around MINDSET while also focusing in on those practical steps we can be taking to pursue a more holistic health. Whether you are on a health journey of your own or are thinking of starting one, our conversation is sure to be educating, encouraging, and empowering to you!

In today’s episode, Alexa and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her work as a nutritionist and wellness coach

- how the key to health isn’t so much about the food we put in our bodies, but rather the MINDSET we have toward food

- how anxiety and negative thoughts can affect our bodies and hormonal health

- practical first steps to resetting your hormones and fighting inflammation

- the addictions and guilt we experience regarding food and what it looks like to find freedom

- encouragement for the mom who is on her own journey toward finding food freedom

- knowing your Enneagram number in relation to having a more holistic view of your health and self-care

Resources Mentioned:

Simple Roots Wellness Website: https://simplerootswellness.com/

Simple Roots Radio Podcast: https://simplerootswellness.com/category/wellnesss/podcast/

Follow Alexa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexaschirm/?hl=en

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

One of the questions I get asked a lot is, “How is coaching different from counseling?” Because I believe in the value of both while also knowing that the two can oftentimes look so differently - and produce different RESULTS at different RATES - I want to use today’s episode to tackle this question in a way that you won’t find on Google. I’ll be discussing MY personal experiences and philosophies regarding the differences between counseling and coaching, as well as including short testimonials from a couple of my clients on what THEY have experienced regarding the two. This episode will be interesting, insightful, and also hopefully able to help you decide whether coaching may be the right next step for you!

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

If you had told me when I first started going to my local MOPS group last fall that I would be having the President and CEO of MOPS International on the podcast, I would have said, “Get outta here. That is just crazy!” And yet I am so honored to share with you today’s episode featuring my conversation with Mandy Arioto, President and CEO of MOPS, author of Have More Fun, and this truly amazing gal with a huge heart for serving and encouraging moms! No matter how busy or challenging this season of motherhood that you are in may be, today’s episode is sure to encourage you, inspire you, and remind you of the FUN and abundant life that God is calling you to.

In today’s episode, Mandy and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her book Have More Fun

- the importance of cultivating more fun in our lives, especially for us as moms in busy seasons of motherhood

- how to differentiate between FAKE fun and REAL fun

- the danger of always sacrificing ourselves on the altar of motherhood instead of allowing for fun and abundance

- viewing motherhood as a CATALYST that enables us to become the most fun, thriving version of ourselves

- practical tips on how we as moms can live life more to the full

- the mission of MOPS and how to join a local MOPS community

Resources Mentioned:

Have More Fun: https://www.amazon.com/Have-More-Fun-Remarkable-Enjoying/dp/0310340438

MOPS International: https://www.mops.org/

Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyarioto/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

In today’s episode I share how I’ve been navigating my grief relating to our unplanned pregnancy, as well as how we can all be walking with confidence, peace, and even creativity through the COLLECTIVE grief many of us are experiencing as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic. Besides offering encouragement that I think us moms most need during this time of crisis, I break down the importance of having a self-care system in place, what it looks like to take your thoughts captive and differentiate FACT from FEELING, and how these all relate to our emotional wellness and us becoming the empowered women we were created to be.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Today’s guest on the podcast is Rosemary Clark, a Language of Listening parenting coach with a HUGE passion for equipping moms with the tools to help them love the way they parent. So much of the work that she does revolves around teaching moms how to really listen to the hearts of their children and communicate more effectively with them, as well as identify their OWN needs and set healthy boundaries for themselves. Whether you are a mom of littles or have been a mom for some time, today’s episode will give you the wisdom you need to start changing the atmosphere of your home!

In today’s episode, Rosemary and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her work as a Language of Listening parenting coach

- tips and tools for disciplining and communicating more effectively with our children

- practical wisdom for the mom who is feeling drained by motherhood

- what it looks like to start setting healthy boundaries with our family

- breaking free from the shame many of us moms feel revolving around our anger

Resources Mentioned:

Rosemary’s Website: https://www.afteraces.com/

Love the Way You Parent Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovethewayyouparent/

Follow Rosemary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/love.the.way.you.parent/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

In today’s new podcast episode, you’re getting another inside look into what coaching with me is like as I coach one of my clients, Shanna. You’ll first hear us discussing the details of a recent “breakdown” Shanna experienced relating to the effects of COVID-19 on her personal life and family. You’ll be hearing her speak with raw emotion and asking some hard, honest questions, which some of you may be asking yourself, as well.

Later in the episode you will also get to hear a snippet from our FOLLOW-UP session together, during which she shared what a complete 180 she was able to experience. This was after implementing the changes we decided on just less than a week earlier! What’s so astounding, and what I most want listeners to take away from this episode, is that not only do our breakdowns NOT negate our breakTHROUGHS, but sometimes they’re precisely what LEAD to them.

As you’re listening to Shanna being coached and challenged, I hope that you, too, are able to be coached and challenged. As we are navigating this difficult time of grief and crisis, having somebody to push you and walk with you in this way really can make a world of difference in terms of whether you merely “get by” while in this self-quarantine… or you actually thrive.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

What a powerful, timely conversation I just had the honor of having with home and time management expert Caroline Sumlin! You are going to quickly learn from this episode that Caroline is filled with a ton of wisdom when it comes to owning your time as both a mom and entrepreneur, as well as creating systems and routines that enable you to thrive in the home. I have a feeling you are especially going to appreciate the encouragement she offers us moms on making the most of this self-quarantine, along with our candid conversation on what’s working well for us as entrepreneurs right now. No matter the season of motherhood you are in, this episode is sure to inspire and challenge you to make more empowered decisions and create a life you love!

In today’s episode, Caroline and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her work as a home and time management expert for moms

- encouragement and practical wisdom for the mom who may be feeling helpless or frustrated during this time of COVID-19 and quarantine

- how to provide necessary structure in your home and foster more independence in your kids

- using this season as an opportunity for choosing rest AND choosing productivity

- what’s working well for her as an entrepreneur who is also a full-time mom

- first steps to taking more ownership of your life and creating routines and systems that work for your home

Resources Mentioned:

Own Your Time Mini-Course: https://www.carolinejsumlin.com/owning-your-time-free-course

The Ultimate Thrive at Home Guide: https://www.carolinejsumlin.com/shop/thriveathomeguide

Caroline’s Website: https://www.carolinejsumlin.com/

Follow Caroline on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinejsumlin/

Follow Caroline on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/carolinejsumlin/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they've always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

Your joy and happiness in life will not come from a change of circumstances, but from a change in CONFIDENCE. If you are not happy with what life has handed you these days, are you willing to actually do what it takes to cultivate a life you can thrive in and LOVE? In today’s episode, I not only deliver some heavy truths on this topic, but also break down a super practical, powerful first step for boosting your confidence during times of anxiety or difficulty and becoming more of the empowered, joy-filled mom you were created by God to be.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Becoming different people without growing apart, making space for each other’s goals and values, reviving intimacy both inside and outside of the bedroom, and walking through seasons of hardship together… I cover all of these things and more in today’s episode on cultivating the marriage you want even out of the marriage you’ve been given. As I share personal details of the journey my husband Grant and I have been on these past five years, my hope is that you are encouraged and inspired to keep putting in the work to build a healthier, happier relationship while also becoming a healthier, happier YOU.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

For today’s episode I had the joy and privilege of chatting with Rachael Rogers, a faith-focused business mentor who specializes in helping Christian entrepreneurs increase their kingdom impact through their businesses in a way that is authentic, servant-hearted, and best aligned with their values and purpose. In a culture where network marketers and entrepreneurs can often receive a bad reputation, Rachael is passionate about showing women what it can look like to build a business that truly serves others and honors God. Whether you are already an entrepreneur, someone who’s considering becoming an entrepreneur, or maybe even someone who’s been turned OFF from entrepreneurship, this episode is sure to be encouraging and inspiring to you!

In today’s episode, Rachael and I chat about:

- her mission to help Christian entrepreneurs increase their kingdom impact through their businesses

- how moms can go from being self-serving to servant-hearted in their network marketing business and better align their business with their values

- some of the misconceptions that Christians may believe about success and wealth and how to address these with a better understanding of biblical abundance

- practical wisdom for the woman who feels like God is not leading her or speaking to her regarding her next steps for her business

- encouragement for the mom who may still be healing from “business bruises” as a result of negative or even traumatic business-related experiences

- tips for prioritizing and growing your business while being a mom of little ones

Resources Mentioned:

Rachael’s Website: https://www.rachael-rogers.com/

Follow Rachael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachlynnrogers/

Impact Increase Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/448818119364030/

Kingdom Influencer VIP Membership Group: https://www.rachael-rogers.com/vip-members

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they've always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

I am so pleased to share with you today my conversation with writer, podcaster, and speaker Shanda Fulbright. Shanda is a wife and mom of all boys with a huge heart for ministering to other boy moms, as well as encouraging women in ALL different seasons to really study and apply God’s Word to their lives. What I love most about our conversation is the wisdom she shares with us on WHY being able to apply Biblical truth to our lives matters, as well as why there is SO much grace for us in this endeavor, including for us as moms who are striving to raise the next generation with a heart for Christ. No matter where you are on your motherhood journey, I have a feeling this episode is going to be life-giving and encouraging to you!

In today’s episode, Shanda and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her work as a writer, podcaster, and speaker

- intertwining God’s Word with our lives in a culture that’s easily disconnected from truth

- some of the challenges women face when it comes to learning and applying Biblical truth to their lives

- encouragement and practical wisdom for the woman who wants to grow in her knowledge and love of God’s Word

- the message of her book #BOYMOM and what it looks like to step into the unique call of raising boys and helping them become the men they were created to be

- encouragement for moms of LITTLE boys who are struggling to fully see or understand the role they play in their sons’ lives

Resources Mentioned:

Shanda’s Website: https://shandafulbright.com/

Her Faith Inspires Podcast: https://shandafulbright.com/category/podcasts/

Follow Shanda on Instagram: instagram.com/shandafulbright

#BOYMOM Book: https://shandafulbright.com/book/book-boymom-by-shanda-fulbright/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they've always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

For today’s episode I had the joy of chatting with writer Jessica Smartt! Jessica’s new book Let Them Be Kids: Adventure, Boredom, Innocence, and Other Gifts Children Need just released this week and I absolutely love the way she dives into the topics of cultivating more creativity, adventure, and heathy technology habits for our kids. This book really is so timely for us moms as we enter into the Summer season, as well as while we are still navigating this self-quarantine. I am so excited for you to be encouraged by Jessica today and for you to begin to foster those deeper connections and family values in your home!

In today’s episode, Jessica and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her book Let Them Be Kids, as well as the timeliness of its release

- the challenges moms are facing today when it comes to nurturing creativity and independence in their kids

- the importance of recognizing what technology is doing in our homes and brains and making healthy choices for our family around the use of it

- simple, practical things you can do with your family to cultivate more intentional family fun

- encouragement for the mom who feels ill-equipped or unsure of how to build deeper connections and family values in her home

- the value of setting goals with your family for this season

Resources Mentioned:

Jessica’s Website: http://smarttereachday.com/

Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessica.smartt/

Let Them Be Kids: Adventure, Boredom, Innocence, and Other Gifts Children Need: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/let-them-be-kids/

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they've always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

A candid conversation with my dear friend Caroline Sumlin on racism, racial injustice, and what to hope and WORK for from here.

Resources Mentioned:

Follow Caroline on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinejsumlin/

The Mission Motherhood Academy: https://www.carolinejsumlin.com/joinmma

The Mission Motherhood Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mission-motherhood-podcast/id1511035793

Welcome to Mom Empowered, where I will be continuing to show up weekly with powerful tools, key mindset shifts, and honest conversations with guests - all with the mission of equipping you for becoming the free, empowered woman God has called you to be.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Today’s episode features a very special guest and friend, Audrey Bailey. Audrey was actually on the show back in the Fall, but because of how much has changed, I thought it fitting to invite her back on to share about her latest ventures, including her new Bible journaling account on Instagram, the Enneagram & Art course she co-created, and the Painted Pieces Podcast. I love Audrey’s honesty as she shares so much of her faith and journey with us, as well as gives us an inside look into her life as a busy entrepreneur and mom of little ones. I have no doubt in my mind that you are going to love this episode and walk away feeling like you’ve made a new friend!

In today’s episode, Audrey and I chat about:

- how the Brush and Barley brand has evolved over time and led to her latest venture of sharing her Bible journaling journey online

- the benefits that Bible journaling can offer to people who are struggling with studying the Bible, as well as encouragement for the listener who is thinking of trying it for herself

- how her trust in God’s peace and leading has grown during this busy season of juggling work as a mom of little ones in the middle of a pandemic

- being a Type Four on the Enneagram and the Enneagram & Art online course she recently co-created to help people use the Enneagram as a tool from a Biblical perspective

- the backstory behind the launch of the Painted Pieces Podcast

Resources Mentioned:

Follow Audrey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsaudreybailey/

Brush and Barley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brushandbarley/

Enneagram & Art Course: https://enneagram.podia.com/enneagram-art/

Painted Pieces Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/painted-pieces/id1500833969

Get FREE access to my Three Steps to Empowerment for the Angry Mom video training: http://www.jessieereddia.com/threestepsfreebie

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

Today I am sharing with you a recording from a three-day video training I just released called Three Steps to Empowerment for the Angry Mom. This specific training is on the topic of breaking free of anger through the practice of confident communication in your relationships. I am especially excited for you to reap the benefit of using this practice with your spouse and kids! You will want to take notes and possibly even revisit this episode more than once because it is guaranteed to be a game-changer.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

I am so honored to share with you today my conversation with Rachael Anderson on raising and advocating for a child with special needs, as well as how we collectively can come alongside those with special needs to fight for more equal rights and a more inclusive environment. The truth and hope that Rachael offers to both parents who have kids with special needs and those without is sure to be encouraging and inspiring to you!

In today’s episode, Rachael and I chat about:

- her pregnancy and motherhood journey since her son’s Down syndrome diagnosis

- what she’d most like moms of children with special needs to hear, and what she’d most like moms of children without special needs to know

- the backstory behind Caleb’s Law and other work she has done as an advocate for the special needs community

- how we all can come alongside those with special needs by advocating for more equal rights and creating a more inclusive environment

- encouragement for the mom who is fearful of her child receiving a special needs diagnosis

Resources Mentioned:

Follow Rachael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alittleextralove/

A Little Extra Love Website: http://www.alittleextralove.com/

He Gave Them Something Extra Book: https://www.amazon.com/He-Gave-Them-Something-Extra/dp/1973654962

Eli Included Book: https://www.amazon.com/Eli-Included-Michelle-Sullivan/dp/1089032048

Sign Petition for Caleb’s Law: https://www.change.org/p/nevada-state-senate-the-fight-for-discrimination-free-organ-transplants-in-nevada-caleb-s-law/sign

Follow Caleb’s Law on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebslawNV/

National Down Syndrome Society: https://www.ndss.org/

Get FREE access to my Three Steps to Empowerment for the Angry Mom video training: http://www.jessieereddia.com/threestepsfreebie

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

Today’s episode is sponsored by Freshly. Freshly delivers healthy, never-frozen, chef-prepared meals to your doorstep that you can heat and eat in under 3 minutes. To get $15 off of your first order, you can visit the website tryfreshly.com/momempowered.

For today’s episode I had the joy of chatting with Brittany L. Bergman, author of the new book Expecting Wonder: The Transformative Experience of Becoming a Mother. What I love about this book and our conversation is that they’re centered on the journey of becoming a mom, including both the emotional challenges and incredible blessings that go along with it. Brittany shares such powerful wisdom for new moms and moms-to-be when it comes to making space for the transition into motherhood, learning how to embrace your new identity as a mom, and even getting creative when life looks vastly different than expected. I believe you are going to find Brittany’s book and message so relatable and that you will walk away from this episode feeling encouraged!

In today’s episode, Brittany and I chat about:

- the heart and backstory behind her new book Expecting Wonder

- some of the fears and emotional challenges new moms wrestle with as they first enter into motherhood

- Brittany’s personal journey of embracing her new identity as a mom and meeting God along the way, as well as encouragement for moms who are navigating the same

- practical ways moms and moms-to-be can make space physically and emotionally for this new role as “mom”

- how this journey of stepping into parenthood can be used to draw you and your partner closer to one another

- encouragement for the working mom who is feeling pulled between her career and motherhood

Resources Mentioned:

Buy Expecting Wonder: https://www.amazon.com/Expecting-Wonder-Transformative-Experience-Becoming/dp/1506458904/

Follow Brittany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanylbergman/?hl=en

Brittany’s Website: https://www.brittanylbergman.com/

Self-Care Planner for Busy Moms: https://www.subscribepage.com/busymoms

Get FREE access to my Three Steps to Empowerment for the Angry Mom video training: http://www.jessieereddia.com/threestepsfreebie

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

Today’s episode is sponsored by Freshly. Freshly delivers healthy, never-frozen, chef-prepared meals to your doorstep that you can heat and eat in under 3 minutes. To get $15 off of your first order, you can visit the website tryfreshly.com/momempowered.

Today you can think of me as the Noah to your Allie as I'm asking the simple, but scary question: "What do you want?” Like really, truly WANT. My hope is that you allow yourself to answer this question honestly and that you’ll then challenge yourself to start to OWN those things - because nobody is going to go after your desires or dreams for you. It may be that this is exactly how God wants to draw you even closer to him… and help you become even more yourself.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Today’s episode is on the topic of sleep - but more importantly, our THOUGHTS about sleep, as well as our thoughts on our energy, capacity, and exhaustion. We will be talking about the stories we may tell ourselves when it comes to these things, and how these stories - or beliefs - often then lead us to create more of the results we DON’T want. I also share a few ideas for how to write yourself some NEW beliefs to not only overcome your sleep-related anxiety, but to also help you show up in your life even more empowered and energized than ever before.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

I am so incredibly excited for you guys to hear my recent conversation with wife, mom, influencer, and entrepreneur Allie Casazza! Allie has a huge passion and gift for helping moms simplify their lives and even their businesses in a way that allows them to step into a more intentional, abundant way of living. She is the host of the chart-topping podcast The Purpose Show, as well as the creator of numerous courses that help moms break free of their overwhelm and create space for what really matters. I have no doubt in my mind that you are going to walk away from today’s episode feeling so inspired and empowered as Allie offers both wisdom and truth for the business-building mom and speaks to some of the challenges they might currently be facing.

In today’s episode, Allie and I chat about:

- the heart behind her transition into serving business-building moms to an even greater level

- what it means to maintain simplicity and be intuitively led as you are building your business

- Allie’s personal journey of becoming the “breadwinner” as a successful entrepreneur and how she and her husband navigated this shift together

- truth and encouragement for the mom with big dreams who doesn’t feel fully supported by her partner

- tips for communicating with your partner when you want to make a financial investment for yourself or for your business

Resources Mentioned:

Allie’s Website: https://alliecasazza.com/

Follow Allie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allie_thatsme/

The Purpose Show: https://alliecasazza.com/podcast/

Up and Up Academy: https://alliecasazza.com/upandup

Start Up School: https://alliecasazza.com/startupschool

Get FREE access to my Three Steps to Empowerment for the Angry Mom video training: http://www.jessieereddia.com/threestepsfreebie

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

If the thought “I don’t have enough time” is on repeat in your head these days, today’s episode is for you! Today we are diving into how our thoughts about time determine the way we feel and show up in life, as well as how OWNING our thoughts and our time can help us feel and show up in more of the ways that we WANT.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

In today’s episode, you’re getting another inside look into what coaching with me is like as I coach one of my clients, a mom of two, as she is struggling to figure out how to stay firm and consistent when disciplining her three year old.

I hope that you walk away from this episode with actionable ideas for how you may want to handle disciplining in your own home, but more importantly, that you walk away with more of the commitment and confidence that enables us as parents to really discipline and raise our kids WELL.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Lately I've been asked by many of my clients, “When will I be done having to put so much effort and time into working on my thoughts and managing my emotions?” My answer for them? NEVER! The truth is, "arriving" is a myth! And I hope that my vulnerability in this recording from a recent Facebook Live about how I have yet to "arrive" in my own life will encourage and empower you to continue to put in the work for your growth.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Today’s episode is a recording from a recent Facebook Live in which I share how I personally have been working on shedding my negative thoughts and fears about myself as a mom in this season. I also break down the difference between self-conscious parenting and CHILD-conscious parenting and explain how flipping the script in this way can offer so much freedom to us as moms. If you have been thinking thoughts like, "I'm not present and engaged enough," "I'm failing as a mom," or "My kids are misbehaving because of me", this episode is for you!

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Today I am sharing our sweet Josie’s home birth story, as well as giving an update on how postpartum has been treating me so far! It’s officially been one week since Josie made her fashionably late appearance and I can honestly say that I have been pleasantly surprised on so many different levels. Her birth itself was both FUN and FIERCE, as well as quite different from my previous birth experiences, making the retelling of it even more special and sweet. Hope you enjoy!

Learn more about my Mom Empowered coaching program and how I empower moms to gain the emotional wellness they need to confidently create the life they’ve always wanted: http://www.jessieereddia.com/coaching

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia

Join the Mom Empowered Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momempowered

Today I am sharing a snippet of what a typical morning in the Ereddia household looks like these days, plus diving into the truth about what is ACTUALLY causing you to feel frustrated, powerless, or inadequate around your kids. Hint: It’s not your kid’s behavior! It’s the MEANING you are assigning to it.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

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Today I'm sharing a couple of stories - as well as powerful new THOUGHTS - around the topic of struggling to get things done as a mom. If you find yourself feeling frustrated or upset by the everyday interruptions or demands of motherhood, my hope is that today's episode will offer you a new perspective that leaves you feeling more free and EMPOWERED!

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Today I am diving into what it means to be an EMPOWERED wife who uses her authority and power to cultivate more connection in her marriage. More specifically, I will be sharing examples of the THOUGHTS about your husband or marriage that either make or break connection, as well as some of the beliefs that have personally served me and my marriage well in this season.

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If you are in a season where wake-ups are plenty and good nights of sleep are few, this episode is for you! I break down some of the thoughts you may be having when you are up in the middle of the night (thoughts that I TOTALLY have had myself in the past month!), as well as offer up a NEW narrative to help you replace your frustration and anxiety with more confidence and PEACE.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

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Today I am diving into the real source of your anger, as well as offering two simple exercises you can start using now to exchange that anger for more calm and confidence.

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Today I’m sharing how a short, yet powerful conversation with my four-year-old can apply to us as women and the labels we put on ourselves. I hope that as you listen, you will not only learn to distinguish the difference between your identity and where you are in your progress, but you will also begin to offer yourself more compassion. If you are often quick to label yourself - whether “angry mom”, “failure”, or something different altogether - this episode is for you!

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Today I’m sharing a story from the beginning of my Keto journey as it relates to a struggle we ALL have in life - breaking our patterns. I dive into how shame is one of our biggest de-motivators when it comes to being able to manage our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I also offer up a few key mindset shifts to help you break out of the shame spiral and move toward your goals in life- AND your thought life - even faster. If you are feeling stuck in any way, this episode is for you!

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

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Today we’re talking about money. More specifically, I’m sharing my own personal money story, diving into the topic of money anxiety, and addressing some of the stories YOU might be TELLING yourself about money. I’m also breaking down what it can look like to rewrite these stories in order to step into more freedom. By the end of this episode, you’ll know where I stand on several hot topics, but more importantly, my goal is for you to have awareness on where YOU stand and why.

Learn more about my anger management course for moms, Mom Empowered: http://www.jessieereddia.com/momempowered

Connect with me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessieereddia