Guess what? We’re back! After a summer break, Mama’s Gonna Make It is officially rolling into Season 4 — and we’re kicking things off with a little life update, a lot of reflection, and an explanation of the four pillars that help shape our conversations. First, we check in with each other. We both have littles starting kindergarten, which brings ALL the feelings, transitions, schedule changes, and questions about what comes next. We talk about giving ourselves permission to recognize when a transition needs to look different for our families — and giving our kids (and ourselves) the grace to grow at our own pace. Then we get into the four pillars of Mama’s Gonna Make It: Parenting as a Practice Parenting isn’t something we eventually master. It’s something we practice. Our kids change, we change, our circumstances change — and just when you think you’ve figured something out, somebody grows up and suddenly you’re working with a whole new kid. We talk about giving ourselves (and other parents) grace, letting go of the idea that there’s one “right” way to parent, and remembering that our capacity can look different from one day to the next. We also get into some very real-life examples of what this practice looks like for us right now — including reframing our kids’ interruptions, managing our own irritability, and remembering that sometimes the biggest change we can make is the story we’re telling ourselves about what’s happening. Neurodiversity Our second pillar grew out of our desire to talk honestly about parenting as neurodivergent moms. We check in on where we’re each at with ADHD management, including medication, executive function, impulse control, burnout, and the never-ending struggle of having approximately 47 open tabs in our brains at all times. We talk about the ways ADHD affects far more than productivity — and what it feels like when the right support makes everyday life just a little less hard. Self-Growth We’re big believers in continuing to grow, learn, question ourselves, and become more fully ourselves. And, as it turns out, this podcast has become a pretty significant part of that process. We talk about how recording these conversations has helped us become more comfortable being imperfect, hearing our own thoughts out loud, learning from our guests, and letting go of the pressure to perform. One imperfect episode doesn’t define the whole podcast. One imperfect day doesn’t define our whole lives, either. We also reflect on some of the professional growth we’ve experienced since the podcast began and the ways we’re both feeling more grounded and ready for whatever comes next. Relationships — or, as we like to call it, All the ‘Ships This one took a little more work to name. “Relationships” can sound like we’re about to give you marriage advice (we’re not), but what we really mean is all the relationships that make up our lives. Friendships. Marriage. Parenting relationships. Family. Work relationships. Community. The people we encounter in everyday life. And, of course, each other and our producer, the one and only Tim Beeman. The goal of these pillars isn’t to restrict what we talk about. They’re a platform, not a collar — a framework that gives us somewhere to put all the tangled thoughts, ideas, guests, stories, and conversations that make sense for us. And Season 4 is already bringing some fantastic people and perspectives into the conversation! We’re talking grief, good-girl conditioning, self-love, marriage, parenting, neurodiversity, and so much more — with guests who bring their own experiences, expertise, and perspectives to the table. As always, we’re not here to tell you how to live your life. We’re the experts of our own lives, just like you are the expert of yours. Take what works for you, leave what doesn’t, and come hang out with us while we figure some of this stuff out together. Welcome to Season 4. We’re so glad you’re here. Have a topic you’d love for us to revisit? Or something you want us to talk about this season? Let us know at Mamasgonnamakeitnc@gmail.com Insta @mamasgonnamakeitpodcast Facebook at Mama’s Gonna Make It Recorded in the Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza in downtown Winston-Salem, we are produced by Tim Beeman for Such-N-Such Media. Theme music is by Doug Davis. Love what you hear? Donate in any amount to support our podcast or via LinkTree in bio coff.ee/mamasgonnamakeit
