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

    139: Parenting Without Power Struggles: The Advice You Haven’t Heard Yet with Naomi Aldort

    Are you parenting… or just Googling your way through parenting? A recent national poll found that 80% of parents with children ages 0–4 are turning to social media for advice on things like toilet training, sleep struggles, discipline, and nutrition. But instead of feeling more confident, many parents say they feel more confused. In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I sit down with internationally respected parenting expert and bestselling author Naomi Aldort to talk about what it looks like to parent without all the digital noise. Naomi is the author of Listen to Your Baby, a reassuring guide that helps parents build trust, reduce stress, and respond to their child’s cues with confidence instead of fear or reactivity. And let me tell you — this conversation was not your typical parenting advice. Instead of quick fixes or discipline scripts, Naomi shares a different approach rooted in connection, leadership, and trusting your instincts. In this episode, we talk about: Why so many parents feel overwhelmed by social media adviceHow to rebuild confidence in your own parenting instincts3 things to do when a toddler bites or hitsA fresh perspective on teaching “good” behavior without shaming or labelingWhat’s really happening when your child won’t listen — and how to respond differentlyUnique techniques for handling sibling fighting that move beyond punishment or forced apologiesOne of the most powerful parts of this conversation was Naomi’s perspective on sibling conflict and those “in one ear and out the other” moments. Instead of escalating or repeating ourselves endlessly, she shares alternative strategies that focus on emotional regulation and respectful leadership — techniques that may feel different from what many of us grew up with. Connect with Naomi:  Website: naomialdort.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/naomi.aldort YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCiLySbWwzwoeNzBg8ZhdPew Books: Listen to your Baby -  📺 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 10m

  2. MAR 6

    138. Why 2% of Your Day Is Enough with Sarah Parise

    Two years ago, Sarah Parise joined me to talk about postpartum depression, mom guilt, anxiety, and the messy transition into motherhood. And today? She’s back. In this episode, we catch up on what’s changed in her motherhood journey, what self-care looks like in this season of life, and why so many moms are still running on empty. Sarah is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, wellness specialist, yoga instructor, business owner, and mom who is passionate about helping women take care of themselves in a way that actually fits into real life. No overhauls. No extremes. No guilt. She’s launching something new called The 2% Club — a completely free beta wellness space for moms who want to prioritize their health without giving up the things they love or spending hours in the gym. We talk about: Why “all or nothing” thinking keeps moms stuckThe real reason self-care feels so hardHow just 2% of your day can change your mindsetWhat quick 10 to 15 minute workouts actually do for your energyA realistic approach to meal planning and prepHow to stay consistent when life feels chaoticWhat moms can expect inside The 2% ClubIf you’ve ever felt like you’ve failed at every wellness routine you’ve tried… this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air. Because taking care of yourself should not require sacrificing yourself. Connect with Sarah Parise: The 2% Club: Sign-Up for FREE Today:  https://greatdaysbysarah.com/theclub Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatdaysbysarah/ 📺 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

  3. FEB 27

    137. Boy Mom Life: What's That Smell?

    If you are raising boys, you already know life is never boring. It is loud, messy, chaotic, and somehow always sticky. In today’s episode, Katie shares the hilarious story of the mystery smell that took over her house and how it all led back to one very suspicious backpack. From fermented milk cartons to random pocket treasures, we are talking about the everyday chaos that comes with raising boys. This episode is full of funny boy mom moments, relatable parenting struggles, and the sweet reminders that even in the madness, these boys are pure joy. Katie also shares a Listener Mail segment featuring real boy mom stories submitted by listeners, proving once again that we are all living the same life. In This Episode, We Talk About: The mystery smell in the house and the backpack discoveryWhy boy backpacks should come with warning labelsThe strange things boys collect and carry aroundThe nonstop noise and why silence is terrifyingBoy humor and why they think everything is hilariousHow boys can be both indestructible and dramaticListener Mail boy mom stories that will make you laugh out loudThe sweet side of raising boys and why it is worth every messy moment 📺 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.

    19 min

  4. FEB 20

    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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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
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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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