3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms Podcast

Making new friends as an adult is challengingand motherhood often makes it even harder. Between family responsibilities, full schedules, and emotional fatigue, it can feel like theres no space left for connection. And even when we do show up, its not always easy to know how to move from polite small talk to real, meaningful friendship.



In this episode, psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Marisa G. Franco joins me to unpack why friendship often feels so complicated in adulthoodand how we can begin to build the kind of relationships we long for.



Whether youre starting from scratch or hoping to deepen the friendships you already have, this conversation will give you both clarity and compassion for where you areand the tools to take a small step forward.



This episode will help you:

Break out of the I showed up but still feel lonely cycle

Rewire your mindset to believe people actually want to be your friend (because they do!)

Recognize the hidden habits that may be quietly sabotaging your ability to connect

Learn what to do when you feel like youre tryingbut still not clicking with anyone



If friendship has felt harder than you expected in this season of life, this episode will remind you that youre very much not aloneand that meaningful connection is still possible.



For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.



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Related Episodes:

400: 3 Modern Manners for Friendship // Brooke Romney

386: Raising Securely Attached Kids // Eli Harwood, MA, LPC

417: The Sneaky Ways Comparison Creeps Into Conversations (and How to Stop It) // Kathie Gwilliam



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We want to raise kids who are responsible, capable, and financially wise—but it’s hard to know where to start. It can feel especially tricky to teach life skills like money management and personal responsibility without constant reminding or frustration.

 

In this episode, I’m joined by Saren Eyre Loosli, founder of Power of Families and one of my earliest parenting mentors. Saren is a mom of five and a family systems expert who shares a simple, sustainable way to teach these skills within the flow of everyday life—without turning your home into a battleground.



Summer is an ideal time to reset routines and try something new. This episode will give you practical tools and a clear framework to help your family work together more smoothly.



You’ll hear:

💰 A clear structure for helping kids earn and manage their own money

💰 How to connect allowance to responsibility and attitude, not just tasks

💰 A system for daily routines that fosters independence and ownership

💰 Tools for tracking money and chores that work for all ages



This conversation is both practical and encouraging, especially if you’ve been wanting more clarity (and less conflict) around chores, allowance, and life skills at home.



For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.



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Related Episodes:

369: How to Teach Your Kids about Money // Abby Chipman

350: Rethinking Chores: A Quick Mindset Shift to Help with Overwhelm

373: Teaching Children to Work Without Being a Drill Sergeant // Danielle Porter



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Summer is almost here… which means it’s road trip season! If you’re gearing up for some long drives with your kids in tow, this episode is packed with practical tips to help make those hours in the car smoother, more fun, and a little less chaotic.

 

 Brittney Hanks—mom of four and the genius behind Home and Kind—is here to share her favorite road trip hacks that she’s developed over years of cross-country drives with her kids. She’s all about simple systems that ease the mental load for moms and bring more connection and joy into everyday moments.



Whether you're a seasoned road tripper or just trying to survive your first long haul with littles, Brittany’s creative ideas will have you feeling calm, confident, and ready to roll.



In this episode, you’ll learn:

🚗 A clever way to visually track your progress (and keep kids from asking “Are we there yet?” every five minutes)

🚗 How to turn a gas station stop into a fun, energy-boosting family relay

🚗 The best podcasts and audiobooks for a variety of ages that the whole family will enjoy

🚗 Why embracing flexibility—and letting some of your usual rules slide—can actually lead to more meaningful connection



You’ll come away from this conversation feeling inspired and equipped to make your summer road trips less stressful and a lot more special.



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402: How to Travel More as a Family without Breaking the Bank // Amber Paul

363: Tips & Tricks for Family Travel // Meesha Slade

370: How to Adventure As a Family // Chamaine WollenzeinEpisode



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What if your next family trip wasn’t about packing in more—but about slowing down, connecting, and actually enjoying your time together?



This week, I'm joined by family travel expert Meggie Busath, who shares practical ways to bring more intention, connection, and joy to your trips—without overcomplicating things or blowing your budget.



In this episode, you’ll learn:

🫶 How to stop overcomplicating travel—and focus on what actually matters to your family

🫶 Why your attitude as the parent is the most important factor in whether a trip feels successful

🫶 Practical strategies for navigating inevitable bumps in the road (without losing your cool)

🫶 The small, intentional choices—like what snacks you pack or when you schedule screen time—that can make a huge difference for your kids



If you're craving more connection and less chaos in your family travels, this episode is filled with ideas to help you get there.



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Related Episodes:

431: 3 Road Trip Hacks for Traveling with Kids // Brittney Hanks

363: Tips & Tricks for Family Travel // Meesha Slade

402: How to Travel More as a Family without Breaking the Bank // Amber Paul



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If you’ve ever felt like the problems of the world are too big, and your influence is too small to matter, this conversation with Sharon McMahon will help you realize how powerful even just your small actions can be.

 

Sharon is a former high school government teacher turned trusted online educator and advocate. In her new book The Small and the Mighty, she highlights 12 lesser-known Americans whose quiet courage changed history. In this episode, she shares the stories of three women whose steady choices and persistence still shape our world today—and shows how small, consistent actions in your own life can create a ripple effect too.



Tune in to hear:

🌎 Why doing the next needed thing can be the most impactful—and most accessible—form of change

🌎 How helping just one person can expand your capacity, bring you hope, and ripple outward in unseen ways

🌎 What it looks like to keep showing up, even when others don’t understand or support you



Sharon’s storytelling is rich and inspiring, and her perspective will help you reframe your role as a mother, a neighbor, and a citizen. You don’t need to be extraordinary to do something that matters. You just need to begin.



For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.



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051: How (and Why) to Get Involved in the Political Process as a Mom // Lacey Parr





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