Mom: In-Process Amy Cothren

In this episode, I want to remind everyone that SAHM life truly isn’t glamorous. It is frustrating, disgusting, overwhelming, and challenging every single day. You’re saying “yes” to so much more than the “fun” aspects of being home with your children. The internet has a way of wrapping the modern-day role of homemaking into a pretty little package that looks quiet, cozy, neat, calm, and beautiful. Are there moments of that? Absolutely! But a full-time mother's role is definitely NOT neat, ca...

Wait! Are we talking about learning when summer JUST started? Yup! We sure are. These incredible women, Justine and Cynthia, have created play-based, hands-on unit studies which are absolutely perfect for:Those who are interested in summer learning and activities for their childrenMamas who are already diving into next year’s curriculum optionsParents who are considering homeschooling after this past school year but aren’t sure where to startSAHMs who have young kiddos at home that won’t be o...

In this episode, I wanted to dive into the topic of scrolling. Yes, scrolling. It sure feels like this topic is discussed a lot, doesn’t it? Maybe that’s because it’s a topic where so many women struggle! We use it as an escape while justifying how we stay connected as isolated SAHMs. It’s time to ask yourself if you’re scrolling to connect truly, or if you’re scrolling to compare. Compare what you have or don’t have. Compare what you believe or don’t believe. Compare what you feel or don’t f...

Ladies! I am so excited to introduce you to this incredible expert who is not only the co-host of the top-rated podcast, Frugal Friends, but also the author of two best-selling books! I’m over the moon to bring personal finance expert Jen Smith to this community in hopes of providing you with yet another awesome resource for those tough problems you’re trying to tackle in life. As SAHMs, we often manage our households on a single income. I’m always looking for ways to save a buck (preferably ...

This episode is all about shifting our mindset and negative thoughts in order to be more fulfilled. We all have the never-ending “to-do list,” whether it’s sitting on your counter, posted on the fridge, or built up in your mind. Valuing your self-worth based on your productivity will absolutely lead to low self-esteem, de-value your role, and lead to mom burn-out at an astronomical rate. Trust me; I’ve been there. One of the fastest ways to find joy and fulfillment in your day is by shifting ...

My sweet friend Cassie is back to join me in our monthly Q and A. In this episode, we share our experiences wrapping up the school year, the importance of celebrating those big achievements, and what we’ve learned about creating celebrations with other like-minded individuals outside of our spouses. We dive into the struggles of dealing with a busy summer and tips on finding intentional moments with our families during those months. Grab a cozy beverage and join us for a fun mom chat!--...