Burnt Pancakes: Momversations | Conversations for Imperfect Moms, Chats About Mom Life & Interviews with Real Mamas

Katie Fenske - Mom of 3 | Potty Training Coach | Former Teacher | Mama Mentor | Boy Mom | Imperfect Mom | Lover of Mom Chats
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The Burnt Pancakes Podcast is here to remind you that in motherhood, EVERYONE BURNS THEIR FIRST PANCAKE. I’m Katie Fenske, a (not so perfect) mom of 3, and I’m inviting you to join in on my conversations with other moms as we talk about all things motherhood; the good, the bad and everything in between. We're flipping our motherhood mistakes into successes and learning how to just keep flipping. MOTHERHOOD TOPICS I DISCUSS:Child Birth and Postpartum RecoveryAdjusting to MotherhoodRaising BoysToddler Mom TipsBeing a Teen MomSelf Care in MotherhoodManaging Kid Sports and a Busy Family ScheduleEpic Mom FailsPotty Training WoesSurviving Summer VacationAND SO MUCH MORE!To see more of Katie, you can find her... Instagram @burntpancakeswithkatieYouTube: @burnt-pancakesWebsite: burntpancakes.comemail: katie@burntpancakes.com

  1. 2D AGO

    136. Postpartum Truths: What New Moms Really Need with Courtney Boylan

    Postpartum is one of the most life-altering seasons of motherhood, and yet it is often one of the most overlooked. In today’s episode I’m joined by Courtney Boylan, mom of three and founder of Le Lolo, a brand created from her own postpartum experience and the deep realization that so many moms are left feeling unseen, unsupported, and treated more like a checklist than a human being. Courtney and I talk about the emotional reality of postpartum, the identity shift that happens after birth, and why moms need more than clinical advice. They need reassurance, community, and reminders that they still matter. This conversation is honest, validating, and full of the kind of support every mom deserves in the early days. In this episode, we talk about: What postpartum really feels like and why it can be so isolatingThe identity shift that happens after becoming a momWhy postpartum support often feels too clinical and not personal enoughThe emotional and mental load moms carry in the early daysHow we can better support moms beyond asking “How’s the baby?”Encouragement for the mom who feels lost, invisible, or overwhelmedWhat Courtney wishes someone had told her during postpartumHow Courtney’s experience led her to create Le LoloIf you’re in postpartum right now This episode is your reminder that you are not alone, you are not failing, and you still matter. Connect with Courtney website: Click HERE - Use Code "BurntPancakes" for 20% off Instagram: Click HERE 📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K You can find Katie at: website: burntpancakes.com YouTube: @burnt.pancakes Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie Email: katie@burntpancakes.com 🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽 ☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here 💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE 📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE 🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE Instagram: @itspottytime Tiktok: @itspottytime_ Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

    29 min

  2. FEB 13

    135: The Thoughts We Never Say Out Loud (But Every Mom Has)

    Have you ever had a random, scary thought pop into your head and immediately wondered, What is wrong with me? You’re not alone — and you’re not a bad mom. In this episode I break down intrusive thoughts in motherhood: why they happen, what they actually mean (and don’t mean), and how they show up in different stages — from brand-new moms to moms of teens. We’re talking about the thoughts no one wants to admit out loud, why our brains create them, and what to do when one sneaks in and sends your anxiety spiraling. This is a reassuring, judgment-free conversation meant to help you breathe a little easier and feel less alone. In This Episode, We Cover: What intrusive thoughts are — and why they feel so alarmingWhy motherhood puts our brains into overprotective modeIntrusive thought examples from different stages of motherhood:New moms & babiesToddlers and little kidsSchool-age kidsTeensThe biggest mistakes moms make when intrusive thoughts show upWhat actually helps when a scary thought pops into your headWhen intrusive thoughts are a sign to seek extra supportKey Takeaway Intrusive thoughts are not intuition, desires, or predictions. They’re a misfiring protection system — and the fact that they bother you is actually a sign of how much you care. 📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K You can find Katie at: website: burntpancakes.com YouTube: @burnt.pancakes Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie Email: katie@burntpancakes.com 🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽 ☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here 💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE 📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE 🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE Instagram: @itspottytime Tiktok: @itspottytime_ Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

    14 min

  3. FEB 6

    134: Parenting in the Digital World: What to Do When Your Kid Is Begging for a Phone with Adam Ferguson

    What if the phone could wait—but childhood couldn’t? In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I’m joined by Adam Ferguson, author of The Things You Have to Do Before I Buy You a Phone, a playful and practical guide for raising capable kids in a screen-saturated world. Adam shares why technology has quietly replaced so many coming-of-age experiences and how parents can bring them back without guilt, pressure, or perfection. This conversation isn’t about banning screens. It’s about giving kids the chance to build independence, curiosity, confidence, and grit before a phone enters the picture. From letting kids wrestle with boredom to teaching real-life skills, Adam walks us through what “core childhood” looks like today and how families can make it work in real life. In this episode, we talk about: Why kids are getting phones earlier than ever and what they’re missing because of itThe surprising benefits of boredom and unstructured timeWhat “core childhood” really meansHow the book’s 50 challenges help kids build confidence and independenceAn open conversation about the realities of parenting in a smart phone worldThe long-term impact these experiences have on kidsWhy the phone can wait, but memories can’tWhether your child is years away from a phone or already asking daily, this episode will leave you feeling encouraged, empowered, and excited to slow things down and savor childhood. Connect with Adam Ferguson: Get his book: https://amzn.to/49ZDRLg 📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K You can find Katie at: website: burntpancakes.com YouTube: @burnt.pancakes Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie Email: katie@burntpancakes.com 🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽 ☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here 💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE 📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE 🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE Instagram: @itspottytime Tiktok: @itspottytime_ Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

    38 min

  4. JAN 30

    133: You and Me, Baby: Learning Motherhood as We Go with Aisha Saeed

    In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I sit down with bestselling children’s book author and mom of three, Aisha Saeed, to talk about her beautiful new picture book You and Me, Baby. This heartfelt story is a love letter to the bond between a parent and their baby and a reminder that we’re all learning how to parent as we go. We talk about the vulnerable Instagram post that sparked the idea for the book, how motherhood has shaped Aisha’s writing, and why it matters to tell stories that reflect real families and real emotions.  This episode is for new moms, seasoned moms, and anyone who needs the reminder that there’s no “perfect” way to parent—just love, growth, and learning together. In this episode, we cover: What inspired You and Me, BabyHow a social media moment turned into a bestselling bookThe emotional side of learning how to parentWhat motherhood has taught AishaWhy representation in children’s books mattersHow our kids teach us just as much as we teach themYou and Me, Baby is out now and makes a perfect baby shower gift, bedtime read, and keepsake for new families. Connect with Aisha Saeed: Book: You And Me, Baby  - get it HERE Website: www.aishasaeed.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aishacs/ 📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K You can find Katie at: website: burntpancakes.com YouTube: @burnt.pancakes Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie Email: katie@burntpancakes.com 🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽 ☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here 💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE 📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE 🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE Instagram: @itspottytime Tiktok: @itspottytime_ Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

    32 min

  5. JAN 23

    132. Flipping the Script on School and Success: Why Our Kids Don’t Need to Wait to Be Entrepreneurs

    What if our kids didn’t have to wait until adulthood to chase their dreams?  In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I sit down with Krystal Popov, entrepreneur, founder of Futurepreneur, and the leading voice in America for raising kid entrepreneurs. Krystal has built four businesses, including a seven-figure co-working space, and now she’s on a mission to help kids design, launch, and run real businesses today. We talk about why the traditional education-to-job pipeline is broken, how AI is changing what our kids will need to succeed, and what parents can do to raise confident, creative, problem-solving kids. This is a must-listen for moms who are questioning the “normal” path and wondering how to better prepare their kids for a fast-changing world. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why kids don’t need to wait until adulthood to start businessesThe biggest problems with today’s education-to-career modelHow entrepreneurial thinking builds confidence and independenceThe connection between purpose, creativity, and kids’ mental healthHow to swap doom scrolling for activities that build real skillsWhat Futurepreneur is and how it helps kids launch real venturesSimple ways moms can encourage creativity and problem-solving at homeWhy chasing opportunity matters more than waiting for permissionConnect with  Krystal Popov: Website: https://futurepreneur.com/ Facebook  -  https://www.facebook.com/share/15dhvfn89G/?mibextid=wwXIfr Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/krystalpopov?igsh=MTRrbHRoMDFpZXl3bQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr;  📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K You can find Katie at: website: burntpancakes.com YouTube: @burnt.pancakes Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie Email: katie@burntpancakes.com 🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽 ☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here 💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE 📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE 🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE Instagram: @itspottytime Tiktok: @itspottytime_ Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

    30 min

  6. JAN 16

    131: Healing Infertility Naturally: The Natural Path to Getting Pregnant with Katie Wood

    Today I’m joined by integrative fertility coach and former pharmacist Katie Wood, whose personal fertility journey completely transformed the way she supports women today. After months of not conceiving, feeling dismissed by her OB-GYN, and searching for answers that traditional medicine couldn’t give her, Katie discovered the power of acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and whole-body healing. That experience led her to conceiving and ultimately build a career helping women conceive naturally—with real support, not quick fixes. In this episode, we talk about: Katie’s emotional journey through delayed conceptionHow acupuncture and holistic medicine opened her eyes to the root-cause issues behind fertility strugglesThe biggest gaps in how standard OB-GYN care handles early TTC concernsEarly signs your body may be out of alignmentHow trauma, stress, and energy imbalances impact fertilityWhat an integrative, whole-body fertility plan actually looks likeWhy “unexplained infertility” is often a misleading diagnosisHow Katie blends Western medicine, nutrition, TCM, and energetic healingA real-life success story that shows what’s possible when women feel truly supportedConnect with Katie Wood Website: https://happynourishedmotherhood.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_wellness_pharmacist/ Podcast: https://finallygetpregnantnaturally.captivate.fm/listen 📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K You can find Katie at: website: burntpancakes.com YouTube: @burnt.pancakes Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie Email: katie@burntpancakes.com 🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽 ☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here 💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE 📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE 🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE Instagram: @itspottytime Tiktok: @itspottytime_ Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

    1h 1m

  7. JAN 9

    130. Diastasis Recti After Babies: Why It Happens and How to Heal It with Camille Beckstrand

    Mommy Tummy Fix App: HERE Code: MOMMY30 for 30% off In today’s episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I’m sitting down with Camille Beckstrand, certified life coach, mom of four, co-creator of the Mommy Tummy Fix program, and host of the “Moms on the Rise” podcast. If you’ve ever wondered why your stomach still looks or feels “off” after having kids… or why your core feels weak no matter how many workouts you try… this conversation is absolutely for you. Camille and her husband, Dr. Jared Beckstrand, created Mommy Tummy Fix after realizing that most moms are never taught how to rehabilitate their bodies postpartum. Since 2019, their simple, science-backed system has helped more than 11,000 women safely heal diastasis recti and reclaim strength, confidence, and connection to their bodies again. We dive into: ✨ What We Talk About in This Episode What diastasis recti actually is The signs you might have DR—even years after childbirthWhy traditional ab exercises can make things worseWhat safe core healing looks likeHow Camille balances motherhood, marriage, and multiple businessesThe emotional and mental side of postpartum healing that most programs skipWhy it’s never too late to restore your coreQuick tips you can start using today to support healingConncect with Camille:  Website: www.mommytummyfix.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/mommytummyfix/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@mommytummyfix 📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K You can find Katie at: website: burntpancakes.com YouTube: @burnt.pancakes Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie Email: katie@burntpancakes.com 🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽 ☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here 💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE 📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE 🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE Instagram: @itspottytime Tiktok: @itspottytime_ Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

    35 min

  8. 12/19/2025 · BONUS

    THROWBACK: From Christmas Trees to Santa Claus: The History Behind My Favorite Christmas Traditions

    Get ready to embark on a fascinating journey as I explore the origins and customs of some of our favorite Christmas traditions. Ever wondered why we decorate an evergreen tree, hang giant socks on our fireplace, or plant a mistletoe over our doorways? Or how about the stories behind Santa Claus and his reindeer, or the popularity of candy canes? This episode is packed with facts and stories that reveal the ancient roots and evolution of these beloved holiday symbols and rituals. This week, I'm also taking a closer look at Christmas cards, and sharing our love for this warm and personal way of connecting during the festive season. Whether you're sending them out or receiving them, they're a reminder to pause and reflect amidst the holiday rush. And remember, everyone makes mistakes, even during the holidays - yes, you might burn your first pancake, but that's all part of the festive fun. So, gather around the fireplace, sip on some hot cocoa, and join me for this  episode on Christmas traditions. We promise, it'll add an extra sprinkle of magic to your holiday season. See our Christmas Cards: click HERE Sources: https://www.history.com/news/christmas-traditions-history https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_stocking https://www.history.com/news/candy-canes-invented-germany https://www.whychristmas.com/customs/christmas-cards#:~:text=The%20custom%20of%20sending%20Christmas,1843%20by%20Sir%20Henry%20Cole. https://www.whychristmas.com/customs/santa-claus https://www.whychristmas.com/customs/nutcrackers 📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K You can find Katie at: website: burntpancakes.com YouTube: @burnt.pancakes Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie Email: katie@burntpancakes.com 🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽 ☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here 💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE 📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE 🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE Instagram: @itspottytime Tiktok: @itspottytime_ Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

    25 min
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The Burnt Pancakes Podcast is here to remind you that in motherhood, EVERYONE BURNS THEIR FIRST PANCAKE. I’m Katie Fenske, a (not so perfect) mom of 3, and I’m inviting you to join in on my conversations with other moms as we talk about all things motherhood; the good, the bad and everything in between. We're flipping our motherhood mistakes into successes and learning how to just keep flipping. MOTHERHOOD TOPICS I DISCUSS:Child Birth and Postpartum RecoveryAdjusting to MotherhoodRaising BoysToddler Mom TipsBeing a Teen MomSelf Care in MotherhoodManaging Kid Sports and a Busy Family ScheduleEpic Mom FailsPotty Training WoesSurviving Summer VacationAND SO MUCH MORE!To see more of Katie, you can find her... Instagram @burntpancakeswithkatieYouTube: @burnt-pancakesWebsite: burntpancakes.comemail: katie@burntpancakes.com

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