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. 1d ago

    162. What Moms Should Know Before Labor and Delivery with Gina Mundy

    Giving birth is one of the biggest and most unpredictable experiences of motherhood. We spend so much time preparing for the baby, setting up the nursery, buying tiny clothes, and reading about newborn sleep, but how much time do we really spend preparing for labor and delivery? In today's episode I sit down with Gina Mundy, a childbirth attorney, bestselling author, speaker, podcaster, and mom of three. Gina has spent more than 23 years analyzing labor and delivery cases to better understand why birth injuries happen and what families can do to become more informed and prepared. This conversation isn't about creating fear around childbirth. It's about helping expecting parents understand that preparation can provide knowledge, confidence, and a greater sense of calm when entering the delivery room. In this episode, we discuss:  What expecting moms often don't know about labor and delivery until it's too late  What Gina has learned from more than 23 years of reviewing childbirth cases  Common patterns surrounding birth injuries and birth trauma  How to prepare for labor beyond simply creating a birth plan  Why understanding the labor process can help parents feel calmer and more informed  How to ask questions and participate in decisions about your care  Ways moms can advocate for themselves without feeling like they need to know everything  How to prepare for the unexpected while still feeling empowered about birth  The biggest takeaway Gina hopes every expecting mother learns before going into labor Whether you're pregnant with your first baby, preparing for another birth, or know someone who is expecting, this episode offers an important conversation about feeling informed, supported, and prepared for the delivery room. Connect with Gina: https://www.tiktok.com/@ginacmundy?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/ginamundy/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093989808329 https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-mundy-70318554/ https://www.youtube.com/@thechildbirthattorney www.ginamundy.com 📺 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.

  2. Sep 4

    161. Oh No… Am I Officially Old?

    At what point do you officially realize you’re getting old? Is it when a 7:00 movie suddenly feels way too late? When you start saying, “They don’t make music like they used to”? Or when you’re out on a walk and hear a bird and immediately tell your husband to pull out his bird identification app? In this  episode I share all the signs that my husband and I may have officially entered our “old” era. From Jake's unexpected love of birds, history biographies, nonfiction, and researching vacuums our their collection of vitamins and  inability to commit to a movie that ends after 9:30, getting older is starting to look a lot different than we expected. Katie also shares the hilarious results of our Spotify ages.  But despite the bird apps, early bedtimes, vacuum research, vitamins, and throwback playlists, there’s something really great about this stage of life. Because even though we might be getting older, we can still feel young and maybe getting older just means becoming more comfortable enjoying exactly what we enjoy. In this episode, we talk about:  The moment Katie realized she and Jake might officially be old  How Jake unexpectedly became a bird person  Why a 7:00 movie now feels dangerously late  Saying “They don’t make music like they used to” and realizing the music from high school is almost 30 years old  Jake's surprising obsession with researching vacuums  The growing collection of vitamins in their house  Jake's Spotify age being in his 60s thanks to history, biographies, and nonfiction  Why Katie’s Spotify age was around 16 because her boys hijacked her account  Why getting older doesn’t necessarily mean feeling old  Finding the humor and joy in this stage of marriage and life Question for you: What was the moment you realized you were officially getting old? Was it getting excited about a new appliance? Going to bed early? Complaining about today’s music? Or having strong opinions about your thermostat? 📺 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.

  3. Aug 28

    160: What Happens When Your Birth Doesn't Go According to Plan? with Toni Curtis

    In this episode I sit down with maternal and women’s health practitioner Toni Curtis for an honest conversation about birth, postpartum recovery, maternal advocacy, and letting go of the idea that there is one “right” way to give birth. Toni shares her own traumatic first birth experience, when her concerns and requests were ignored and she suffered a hemorrhage that nearly took her life. That experience led her to dedicate nearly 30 years to helping other women have more support, information, and agency throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. We discuss why so many women feel like they have “failed” when their birth doesn't go according to plan, what moms really need to know before entering the delivery room, and how to speak up when you feel like you're not being heard. They also get into the realities of postpartum recovery that many women aren't prepared for, navigating expectations around breastfeeding, and why your birth story—no matter how it unfolds—does not determine your worth as a mother. In This Episode, We Discuss:  Toni's traumatic first birth and how it shaped her life's work  Why no birth experience makes you a failure  The pressure and expectations surrounding birth plans  What every pregnant woman should know before going into labor  How to advocate for yourself when you feel unheard  What to do when you disagree with your medical team  Why postpartum recovery deserves more preparation and attention  The realities of breastfeeding and letting go of shame  How Toni's maternal health model is improving outcomes for moms  The most important message Toni wants every pregnant mom to hear Connect with Toni Curtis: https://birthwisedoulas.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/BirthWiseDoulas https://www.youtube.com/@birthwisedoulas https://www.instagram.com/birthwisedoulas_/ 📺 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.

  4. Aug 21

    THROWBACK: Bittersweet Moments: A Mother's Feelings on the First Day of School

    This is a throwback from August 2024 Join me this week on Burnt Pancakes as I return from a rejuvenating summer hiatus to share the emotional rollercoaster as my youngest, my baby, starts school. Hear my candid thoughts on the developmental differences and the internal debates I faced about early academics, and why, despite my reservations, we ultimately decided this was the best move for our family. With all my kids now in school, I find myself entering an exhilarating new phase of motherhood. From the anxiety of that first drop-off to the unexpected freedom of having more time to focus on myself, I reflect on this transformative period. . Plus, I'll be sharing some heartwarming encouragement for moms with younger kids and inviting you to join me for virtual coffee dates to build a supportive community. Get ready for a sneak peek at some incredible interviews lined up for future episodes, and let's navigate this new chapter together! 📺 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.

  5. Aug 14

    159. Summer Mom Survival: Can I Admit I'm Ready for School to Start?

    Summer is supposed to be magical, right? Lazy mornings. Family adventures. Beach days. Pool days. Popsicles. Making memories with our kids. So why do so many of us find ourselves counting down the days until school starts? In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I'm getting real about the less glamorous side of being a summer mom. I had visions of creating this amazing, carefree summer with my boys, but the reality has been a little different. I'm tired. I'm overstimulated. I'm spending a fortune on snacks. My house is constantly messy, and I feel like I'm saying the same things over and over again. "Close the door!" "Flush the toilet!" "No, you can't have a snack. We just had breakfast!" "Get off the video game!" "Go outside and play!" "Stop bothering your brother!" And then there's the complicated part of wanting my kids to have the freedom to just go outside and be kids, while also worrying about neighbors, accidents, arguments and whether they're bothering anyone. I'll share a story about my boys riding bikes in the neighborhood, a situation where a neighborhood kid got hurt while playing with my kids, and the guilt and anxiety that followed—even though it was an accident. I'm also talking about the pressure to keep kids academically engaged over the summer, my attempt at summer schoolwork that quickly became a battle, the never-ending snacks and grocery bills, screen-time struggles, preteen attitudes, sibling fighting, and the guilt I feel when I admit that sometimes... I just want school to start. Because maybe we can love our kids, cherish these years and appreciate summer while also admitting that we're exhausted. In this episode, we talk about:  The summer we imagine vs. the summer we actually experience  The endless snacks and grocery bills  The constant noise and overstimulation  The never-ending summer mess  Parenting preteens during summer break  The things moms say on repeat all summer  The constant battle over screens and video games  Wanting our kids to go outside and play—but worrying about neighbors and accidents  The guilt that comes when another child gets hurt while playing with our kids  Why giving older kids freedom can still come with a huge mental load  The pressure to make summer educational  Why I gave up on summer schoolwork  Feeling guilty for wishing school would start  Why loving summer and being exhausted by summer can both be true  Letting go of the pressure to create the "perfect" summer 📺 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.

  6. Aug 7

    158. Decoding Gen Alpha (Because... Bruh.)

    Your sweet little kid is suddenly spending all their time in their bedroom, doesn't want to participate in family activities, and somehow speaks a language you don't understand. Welcome to raising a preteen! 😂 In this episode we're talking about the weird, funny, sometimes emotional transition from having a little kid to raising a preteen. It's a stage where our kids are becoming more independent, craving privacy, and sometimes acting like hanging out with their parents is the absolute worst thing they could possibly imagine. And then there's the language... Because what exactly does "bruh," "buns," "cheeks," "chud," and "twin" mean?! And if your preteen tells you "W Mom," congratulations! You've officially earned a win. 🙌 We'll also talk about the phrase every preteen mom knows all too well: "In a sec." Need them to get dressed?  "In a sec." Take out the trash?  "In a sec." Get in the car?  "In a sec." And somehow, "in a sec" can mean anything from 30 seconds to approximately three business days. 😂 In this episode, we talk about:  Why your preteen suddenly doesn't want to hang out with you anymore  The emotional side of watching your little kid become more independent  Why they would rather be in their bedroom than participate in family activities  How to stay connected when your child doesn't seem interested in connecting  Why preteens seem to develop their own language overnight  Decoding bruh, buns, cheeks, chud, and twin What "W Mom" means—and why getting one feels like a parenting trophy  Why "in a sec" is apparently not an actual measurement of time  How preteens can seem so grown up one minute and still so little the next  Finding new ways to connect with your child as they grow  Why this stage can be bittersweet but also really fun The preteen years can be confusing. We're learning how to give our kids more independence while still reminding them that we're here when they need us. And yes, we're also trying to figure out what the heck they're talking about. Because apparently we're raising kids and learning a new language at the same time. If you're in the preteen stage too, you're definitely not alone! 📺 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.

  7. Jul 31

    157. Talking About Puberty Doesn't Have to Be Awkward

    Many parents dread "the talk," but what if we've been thinking about it all wrong? In this episode, I sit down with Amy Streavel and Faviola Mercado from Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties to discuss how parents can confidently navigate conversations about puberty, body changes, relationships, and sexual health with their children. Together they share why these conversations should start earlier than most parents think, how to create an open and judgment-free environment, and how to help kids separate facts from the misinformation they encounter online. Whether you're raising young children, tweens, or teens, this episode offers practical tips to help build trust and keep communication open throughout every stage of development. In this episode, we discuss:  Why "the talk" should be an ongoing conversation instead of one big discussion  When parents should begin talking about puberty  Five important puberty topics every child should understand  How to reduce awkwardness and answer difficult questions  Helping teens build confidence and healthy communication skills  Navigating misinformation on social media  How to become your child's trusted source for accurate information  Tips for parents who don't feel prepared for these conversations Connect with Amy and Faviola Substack: @pposbcTwitter/X: @PPOSBC Instagram: @plannedparenthoodosbc Facebook: @plannedparenthoodosbcTikTok: @pposbc_ 📺 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.

  8. Jul 24

    156. From Newborns to Teens: The Many Transitions We Go Through As Moms

    Motherhood Is a Series of Goodbyes... and Hellos: Navigating Every Transition of Raising Kids No one tells you that motherhood isn't just one journey, it's a lifetime of transitions. Just when you finally feel like you've figured out one stage, your child grows, changes, and suddenly you're learning how to be a mom all over again. In this episode, I reflect on the many seasons of motherhood, from bringing home your first baby to chasing toddlers, surviving the elementary school years, and navigating life with preteens who don't need you in quite the same way anymore. This episode is a reminder that every stage brings both joy and grief. While we celebrate our children's growing independence, we're also quietly saying goodbye to the little versions of them we've loved so deeply. If you've ever looked at your child and wondered, "When did you get so big?" this conversation is for you. In this episode, I discuss:  Why motherhood is really a series of transitions, not one long season  The identity shift that happens when you become a new mom  The chaos, humor, and lessons of the toddler years  Why the first day of school changes moms just as much as kids  The invisible milestones we don't realize are "lasts" until they're gone  What it's like parenting preteens and learning to let go a little at a time  How moms continue to grow and evolve alongside their children  Why it's okay if you don't love every stage of motherhood Whether you're rocking a newborn, potty training a toddler, packing school lunches, or watching your preteen become more independent, this episode will remind you that you're not alone and that every season has its own kind of beauty. 📺 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.

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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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