Call Your Mom

Sierra Lavallee, Holly Schinhofen
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Welcome to "Call Your Mom," the ultimate podcast for women navigating the beautiful chaos of life. Hosted by the dynamic mother-daughter duo, Holly and Sierra, this podcast serves as a comforting space for seeking advice, understanding, and a mom's perspective on the challenges of modern life. Holly, the seasoned mom, brings her wisdom and humor to unravel the intricacies of relationships, career guidance, friendships, and body image. Meanwhile, Sierra, the daughter, stands right beside you, sharing stories, laughs, and even occasional mom-daughter debates. Tune in to feel understood, supported, and inspired on your journey of self-discovery with us. Because in this space, you're not alone... you can always call your mom!

  1. Coachella vs. Stagecoach, Book Club Launch, 30 things list and Sierra’s Big Secret

    30/09/2025

    Coachella vs. Stagecoach, Book Club Launch, 30 things list and Sierra’s Big Secret

    We compare Coachella and Stagecoach lineups (hi Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Post Malone), share comfort-first festival tips (lockers, sneakers, hoodies—then dance), and talk honest budgeting. We launch the Call Your Mom Book Club with Freida McFadden’s The Housemaid and trade thriller/fantasy recs. Sierra opens up about her 30 Before 30 list and reveals she’s writing a fiction love-triangle novel. Plus: docu-series we binged and a hot-girl-walk playlist that keeps the pace. The Housemaid Book: https://www.target.com/p/the-housemaid-mti-by-freida-mcfadden-paperback/-/A-94641019#lnk=sametab Join the BOOK CLUB, it's free: https://www.callyourmompodcast.com/bookclub Timestamps 00:00 Welcome back + “mom doesn’t know this about me” teaser 01:00 Coachella vs Stagecoach (country girls first; Sabrina, Bieber, Posty) 06:00 Why Coachella wasn’t Holly’s vibe—and why that’s okay 09:00 Stagecoach moments: Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, surprise guests 13:00 Festival comfort hacks: lockers, sneakers, hoodies, photos first 16:30 Side shows: Backstreet Boys last year; this year Ludacris + Pitbull 18:30 Budget check: treat festivals like a vacation 22:00 Sierra’s 30 Before 30 (health, Paris, dinner party, letters to future self) 27:00 Buying a car with cash (audacity > perfect timing) 32:00 We launch the Call Your Mom Book Club — The Housemaid (movie coming) 36:00 Thriller vs. fantasy recs; docu-series chat 45:00 Hot-girl-walk playlist gems (Rihanna, Tate McRae, Pitbull, Britney) 49:00 Sierra’s novel reveal (love triangle; characters mapped) 55:00 Wrap + how to join the book club Let's get social!  You can find us on instagram, facebook and youtube!Need advice? Text us! Don't worry we keep everything anonymous!

    36 min
  2. Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah? The Love Triangle Debate We Can’t Quit

    16/09/2025

    Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah? The Love Triangle Debate We Can’t Quit

    This week, we’re diving headfirst into the world of love triangles — and trust us, mama holly's opinion will surprise you. From The Summer I Turned Pretty (Team Conrad vs. Team Jeremiah) to Vampire Diaries (Stephan or Damon?), Twilight (Edward or Jacob?), One Tree Hill, Dawson’s Creek, and Gossip Girl — Sierra and Holly break down the most iconic “bad boy vs. good guy” debates in TV history. And of course, we’re not just fangirling over fictional crushes. We talk about: Why girls sometimes “settle” for attention instead of choosing themselvesHow TV drama reflects real-life relationship lessonsWhy mom always sees things differently than daughter 👀The importance of self-discovery (aka Belly, go to Paris!)Our favorite iced coffee recipes (because duh, we can’t help ourselves)This episode is equal parts fun pop-culture deep dive and real-life mom advice. Whether you’re Team Conrad, Team Damon, or Team Chuck Bass, you’ll feel right at home in this conversation. Let's get social!  You can find us on instagram, facebook and youtube!Need advice? Text us! Don't worry we keep everything anonymous!

    33 min
  3. The Rise of Instagram Face: Are We All Starting to Look the Same?

    01/07/2025

    The Rise of Instagram Face: Are We All Starting to Look the Same?

    Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome + Reaction to “Instagram Face” 02:00 – Holly’s take on growing up before filters 07:30 – Sierra’s insecurities and body image story 13:00 – Stats on plastic surgery in the U.S. 18:30 – Filler, trends, and long-term risks 20:28 – “Am I following a trend or does this really bother me?” 25:00 – Should you get work done? Mama Holly’s wisdom 27:00 – F Bob: Why you should never change for someone else 30:00 – Final advice on aging, beauty, and confidence Let's get social!  You can find us on instagram, facebook and youtube!Need advice? Text us! Don't worry we keep everything anonymous!

    34 min
  4. 3 Things Women Ignore (That You’ll Wish You Didn’t)

    24/06/2025

    3 Things Women Ignore (That You’ll Wish You Didn’t)

    Most women are trained to be polite, accommodating, and self-sacrificing. But what if ignoring your intuition, brushing off red flags, or constantly meeting everyone else’s needs is exactly what’s holding you back? In this episode, Sierra and Holly break down 3 things every woman ignores at some point—and why that needs to change. You’ll walk away feeling seen, validated, and challenged to listen to yourself more, not less. Episode Breakdown & Timestamps 0:00 – Intro: The 3 Things You Should Stop Ignoring Sierra sets the stage with a personal story about gut instincts (and Johnny’s video game alibis). 1:00 – #1: Ignoring Your Gut Instinct From breakups to business decisions, Holly and Sierra share how ignoring your intuition costs you—and how to rebuild that trust. 11:45 – #2: Ignoring Red Flags Whether it’s friendships, dating, or dream-chasing, women are often quick to make excuses and overlook what’s right in front of them. 20:54 – #3: Ignoring Your Own Needs Sierra and Holly unpack the warning signs of burnout, resentment, and how to start putting yourself back on your own priority list. 29:45 – Final Reflection & Listener Challenge Which of the three do you ignore most? Text us or comment—we want to hear your story. Let's get social!  You can find us on instagram, facebook and youtube!Need advice? Text us! Don't worry we keep everything anonymous!

    31 min
  5. You're Not Behind in Life (Here's Why Your Timeline is Perfect)

    17/06/2025

    You're Not Behind in Life (Here's Why Your Timeline is Perfect)

    Feeling behind in life? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. In this episode, Sierra and her mom Holly talk about the unspoken pressure women face to have it all “figured out” by a certain age. From career pivots to delayed milestones and self-imposed comparison traps, this episode is an honest exploration of what it means to let go of timelines and live life on your own terms. Tune in for practical wisdom, a few laughs, and the gentle nudge you didn’t know you needed to embrace where you are—right now.  Show Timestamps  00:00 – Intro + Emma Watson Quote Sierra opens the conversation with a stat and a powerful quote about feeling behind.  04:49 – Why Do We Feel So Pressured? Holly and Sierra explore the societal and social media-driven timelines women face in their 20s and 30s.  09:20 – Personal Stories: Our Timelines Didn’t Go as Planned Both share moments they felt “behind” and how they’ve reframed those experiences.  16:22 – Letting Go of the Checklist Life Sierra opens up about marriage, baby pressure, and redefining what “having it all” means.  25:11 – Ambition vs. Grace They reflect on hustle culture, burnout, and choosing to slow down intentionally.  34:14 – The Inner Dialogue Shift: Gratitude + Mindset Reframes Practical advice from Holly on how to rewire your thoughts when you feel behind.  48:34 – Final Reflection “What’s one thing you didn’t do on time that turned out to be exactly right?” (A question for listeners, too!) Let's get social!  You can find us on instagram, facebook and youtube!Need advice? Text us! Don't worry we keep everything anonymous!

    47 min
  6. Therapy Unplugged: Embracing Therapy in your 20's & 30's for better Mental Health

    10/06/2025

    Therapy Unplugged: Embracing Therapy in your 20's & 30's for better Mental Health

    Sierra and Holly get real about therapy—why they’ve gone, what they’ve learned, and how it’s helped them grow. From marriage counseling to breaking generational patterns, they share personal stories about how therapy helped them become more emotionally present, communicative, and confident. ✨ Whether you're in therapy or just curious about it, this episode is a must-listen. 👉 Share this with a friend who’s been “meaning to go.” Quick Time Stamps 00:00 – Intro & Why We're Talking About Therapy Sierra and Holly dive into why therapy isn’t just for crisis mode. 03:00 – Our First Experiences with Therapy From teen counseling to marriage work, we share how it started for both of us. 06:30 – Breaking the Stigma Why therapy still feels taboo for some—especially men—and how our generation is shifting that. 10:00 – What Therapy Actually Does The power of having a neutral, non-judgmental voice reflect your life back to you. 14:30 – Healing Your Relationship with Yourself The surprising way therapy changes how you treat you. 18:00 – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Changed Everything How thought patterns can shape (and sabotage) your actions—and how we started rewriting them. 24:00 – Why So Many of Us Feel Behind We unpack the pressure to “have it all together” and how that’s driving more of us to therapy. 31:00 – How You Know It’s Working The small green flags that show healing is happening—both in how you treat yourself and others. 36:30 – Final Thoughts & Listener Challenge Have you been to therapy? Share this with a friend who’s ready to grow. Let's get social!  You can find us on instagram, facebook and youtube!Need advice? Text us! Don't worry we keep everything anonymous!

    39 min
  7. Breaking Free from the Mirror: A Real Talk on Body Image + Self-Worth

    03/06/2025

    Breaking Free from the Mirror: A Real Talk on Body Image + Self-Worth

    Time Stamps 00:00 – Intro & The 88% Comparison Stat Why so many women struggle with body image. 01:30 – Weekly Check-In Sierra’s sick, Holly’s glowing—and they’re showing up anyway. 03:00 – Why We’re So Hard on Ourselves From stretch marks to tired eyes, we get real. 04:30 – Social Media, Filters & AI Pressure The curated world we’re comparing ourselves to. 06:50 – The Beauty Industry & Insecurity Why we feel like we’re never enough. 08:55 – When Insecurity Holds You Back From beach days to photos—how body image stops us from living. 12:59 – No One Cares at the Pool but You A hilarious truth about how people actually think. 14:35 – Aging & Comparison Why confidence is more powerful than Botox. 16:00 – Wanting to Change Is Okay Too It’s about feeling strong—not just skinny. 18:30 – The Mirror Trap When self-talk turns into self-sabotage. 20:00 – Confidence, Marriage & Intimacy Yes, we’re going there (in a PG-13 way). 25:00 – Sierra’s Fried Chicken Date Night How saying yes changed everything. 27:00 – The Struggle to Be “That Girl” Online And why being yourself always wins. 28:39 – Shopping Online Is a Scam LOL Free People sizing chaos and jean drama. 30:30 – Scrolling & Aging Changing your feed to protect your peace. 33:00 – The “Turning 30” Glow-Up The pressure, the fear, and the freedom. 36:00 – Style for Your Body How dressing for you changes everything. 39:00 – One Body, Five Jean Sizes Why size means nothing. 40:30 – What Would You Tell Your Best Friend? The pep talk you need to give yourself. 43:00 – Final Challenge: Send This to a Friend Hype her up—she needs this episode too. Let's get social!  You can find us on instagram, facebook and youtube!Need advice? Text us! Don't worry we keep everything anonymous!

    40 min
  8. Trust Your Gut: How to Make Hard Decisions

    27/05/2025

    Trust Your Gut: How to Make Hard Decisions

    Show Notes with Timestamps: 00:00 - 02:45 – Welcome + Introducing Today’s Topic: Making Decisions Without Regret 02:46 - 03:25 – Playing the Mel Robbins clip on trusting your gut 03:26 - 04:13 – Holly's reaction: courage isn’t fearlessness, it's moving forward with fear 04:14 - 06:18 – Sierra on how societal timelines make decision-making harder in your 20s/30s 06:19 - 07:45 – How Sierra learned to trust her gut and leave a job to build a new life 07:46 - 09:04 – Pressure, providing for family, and redefining timelines 09:05 - 10:48 – Holly on how every decision is data & part of your path 10:49 - 12:30 – The blessing on the other side of bold decisions 12:31 - 13:47 – Analysis paralysis and making decisions anyway 13:48 - 15:48 – Why making no decision is still a decision 15:49 - 18:36 – Fear, shame, & the reasons we don’t act 18:37 - 20:12 – How Sierra and Johnny faced a career risk and chose faith over fear 20:13 - 24:28 – Their real-life baseball story: risk, failure, breakthrough, and business launch 24:29 - 28:33 – Sierra starts her business with $300 and a prayer — and hits her goal 28:34 - 32:00 – Johnny's comeback: from released to re-signed  32:01 - 35:21 – Trusting the detours: how decisions guide us to our purpose 35:22 - 38:23 – Advice for women in their 20s & 30s: live bold and be the captain of your own ship 38:24 - 41:09 – Ride the scooter: closing thoughts + pop culture references + encouragement Let's get social!  You can find us on instagram, facebook and youtube!Need advice? Text us! Don't worry we keep everything anonymous!

    42 min
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Welcome to "Call Your Mom," the ultimate podcast for women navigating the beautiful chaos of life. Hosted by the dynamic mother-daughter duo, Holly and Sierra, this podcast serves as a comforting space for seeking advice, understanding, and a mom's perspective on the challenges of modern life. Holly, the seasoned mom, brings her wisdom and humor to unravel the intricacies of relationships, career guidance, friendships, and body image. Meanwhile, Sierra, the daughter, stands right beside you, sharing stories, laughs, and even occasional mom-daughter debates. Tune in to feel understood, supported, and inspired on your journey of self-discovery with us. Because in this space, you're not alone... you can always call your mom!

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  • Creator
    Sierra Lavallee, Holly Schinhofen
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Call Your Mom
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    Call Your Mom