The Modern Motherload

Maggie Veloski & Lili Webster
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Welcome to The Modern Motherload! This is a podcast for moms who are carrying way too much: emotionally, mentally, physically, and probably in their car trunks. Hosted by two women with 3 kids each, this is where we vent, overshare, and laugh about the unhinged reality of modern motherhood. From vacation meltdowns to school emails to the total identity crisis no one warned us about--we’re not okay, and that’s okay. We’re not here to be perfect moms. We certainly don't have all the answers. But once in a while, you might accidentally learn something. Maybe. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-modern-motherload--6726776/support.

  1. JAN 15

    Reflections on Christmas Past

    In this very delayed release of the last episode of Season 1 of The Modern Motherload, we reflect on how Christmas traditions from our childhood play out in our family lives today and how we embody the spirit and magic of the season. Come along with us to reminisce and remember this special time of year. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-modern-motherload--6726776/support.

    1h 7m

  2. 12/29/2025

    The Results of Our $500 Grocery Budget Challenge

    In this episode of The Modern Motherload, Lili and Maggie reveal just how successful they were with the $500 Grocery Budget Challenge for November. They share what they learned, how they plan to continue to implement it, and what areas are in desperate need of improvement. They also share some travel tips and one big thing Lili plans on NOT doing next Christmas! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-modern-motherload--6726776/support.

    49 min

  3. 12/11/2025

    What We Are Gifting This Christmas

    In this episode of The Modern Motherload, Maggie and Lili dive into what they are actually buying their kids for Christmas, how they handle gift giving among friends, family, and all the other people in their lives they like to give to during this season, and how they handle some of the magic of Christmas.  Links for today's episode (note: these are affiliate links so we will receive some commission from these links): Lili's Gift List: Diamond Painting Kit Diamond Art Kit Zelda Calendar Labubu (for my niece!) Weighted Blanket (for my sensory kiddo!) Electronic Puzzle Trump Gag Gift Toilet Paper Beautiful Tabitha Paige Children's Books Tabletop Air Hockey BIG Aquaphor for Stockings Tabitha Paige Water paint Book Minecraft Building Blocks (Frozen Edition) Gardening Gift for my MIL Bluey Toothbrush for the Stocking Toothbrush for my daughter More Minecraft Magnetic Blocks Drone Lego Ninjago Temple Bounty Minecraft Sword Stocking Puzzle Taco Goat Cheese Cat Pizza Card Game Pop Up Illustrated Harry Potter Chalktree Candle Company En Casa Candle Coal into Crystals Gag Gift for Stocking Five Crowns Card Game Farkle Dice Game Jacks Holiday Mad Libs Clicker Counters for Stocking Maggie's List: Wooden Magnetic Chess Set (and Checkers) Punching Bag Adult Coloring Book Remote Control Car Remote Control Electronic Dinosaur Jewelry Box Telescope Between Mom & Daughter Journal Between Mom & Son Journal Light Up Tracing Pad Mr. Potato Head 1000 Piece Puzzle Back Scratchers Ornaments: Minecraft Ornament Eeyore Ornament Harry Potter Ornament Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-modern-motherload--6726776/support.

    1h 16m

  4. 12/02/2025

    Decking the Halls: Using What We Have to Create Nostalgic Vibes

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    55 min

  5. 11/18/2025

    Nourish the Mom with Rachel Mateo of HealthMood

    In this episode with Rachel Mateo of HealthMood, we talk about all of the ways we can care for ourselves as women and mothers not only when it comes to nutrition and fitness, but also soul care. Rachel shares her realistic and approachable tips and recommendations to help us feel healthier, have more energy, and do some mothering of ourselves during the busy season of having young children. Rachel's Handles: YouTube: @healthmood Instagram: @Rachel_mateo_ Email: myhealthmood@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-modern-motherload--6726776/support.

    1h 13m

  6. 11/11/2025

    The $500 Grocery Budget Challenge and Thanksgiving Plans

    It's November and that means prepping for Thanksgiving and the holidays. Maggie and Lili share how they are trying to tighten their grocery budgets (and squirrel away some money for more holiday fun), what they do not agree with Merriam Webster about, what Lili thinks is the best $20 you can spend this week to make you feel more relaxed, and what is threatening all of Lili's Thanksgiving hosting plans. Mentioned in this Episode: Middle School Teacher Explains Slang $300 Grocery Budget TikTok Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-modern-motherload--6726776/support.

    39 min

  7. 11/07/2025

    Why We Want Our Kids to Have a 90s Childhood

    In this episode, Maggie and Lili have a catch up about October and Halloween, then they get into something that's been bouncing around in Lili's head lately-- how are we creating a slow childhood for our children and bringing back some of our 90s childhoods into today? Remember when summer meant riding bikes until dark, no cell phones or social media, and eating snacks filled with red dye 40?! We discuss why we're trying to bring a little of that childhood magic into our kids' lives from screen-free play to letting our kids be BORED... can we really raise our kids like it's 1995? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-modern-motherload--6726776/support.

    52 min

  8. 10/21/2025

    When Figuring Out Chores Feels Like Another Chore

    In this episode, we discuss chores, allowances, and how we keep on top of a system for our kids as they get older and need more responsibility. We also chat how Maggie's building community, Lili cannot seem to get kids out of her bed, and what Lili's husband did that made her win of the week.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-modern-motherload--6726776/support.

    51 min
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Welcome to The Modern Motherload! This is a podcast for moms who are carrying way too much: emotionally, mentally, physically, and probably in their car trunks. Hosted by two women with 3 kids each, this is where we vent, overshare, and laugh about the unhinged reality of modern motherhood. From vacation meltdowns to school emails to the total identity crisis no one warned us about--we’re not okay, and that’s okay. We’re not here to be perfect moms. We certainly don't have all the answers. But once in a while, you might accidentally learn something. Maybe. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-modern-motherload--6726776/support.

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  • Creator
    Maggie Veloski & Lili Webster
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright The Modern Motherload
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