Mama Opportunities

Julia K. Murray
  • 4.7 (15)
  • PARENTING

A short, encouraging podcast for Moms discussing common scenarios we encounter in daily life. With each scenario I will ask, “What is the opportunity?” and offer thoughts for consideration and questions that Moms can use as a springboard for reflection in their own lives.

  1. 5D AGO

    A Mindset of Resilient Kids

    We all want to have resilient kids! I've come to see that building resilience is like having various pieces of a puzzle that together strengthen resilient character. In today's episode, I discuss a phrase that helps us as Moms lay the foundation for a resilient mindset. mamaopportunities.com The quote at the end of each episode is by Jill Churchill, an American author. "There's no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one."

    12 min

  2. JAN 19

    No One Told Me About Teaching My Child to Drive!

    My friends told me about giving birth, and they told me about potty training. No one told me about teaching my child to drive! In this episode, I discuss some mistakes I made, and things I want to do differently next time..all while keeping in my mind "relationship first". mamaopportunities.com The quote at the end of each episode is by Jill Churchill, an American author. "There's no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one."

    15 min

  3. JAN 12

    Correction Rooted in Love

    How do we begin conversations involving conflict? mamaopportunities.com The quote at the end of each episode is by Jill Churchill, an American author. "There's no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one."

    9 min

  4. JAN 5

    New Year's Reflections

    How do you approach the new year? Does it hold promise and hope for you? Do you tire of the usual talk of resolutions? How can we model thoughtful change for our kids? mamaopportunities.com The quote at the end of each episode is by Jill Churchill, an American author. "There's no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one."

    13 min

  5. 12/29/2025

    Marriage & Parenting: Working as a Team

    What has surprised you in parenting with your spouse? How have you come to a decision or resolution? mamaopportunities.com The quote at the end of each episode is by Jill Churchill, an American author. "There's no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one."

    12 min

  6. 12/22/2025

    Merry Christmas, Mamas!

    Merry Christmas, Mamas! I hope you get moments this season to experience the gift of Motherhood. mamaopportunities.com The quote at the end of each episode is by Jill Churchill, an American author. "There's no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one."

    7 min

  7. 12/15/2025

    Board Games

    Do you enjoy playing board/card games? Was it part of your growing up experience? Are there games that hold special memories? In addition to all the fun they hold, what can we learn about our children from playing board games together? Think Fun Roll and Play for toddlers and preschoolers Sussed? The game of wacky choices mamaopportunities.com The quote at the end of each episode is by Jill Churchill, an American author. "There's no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one."

    18 min

  8. 12/08/2025

    Our Relationship to Stuff: Kids & Toys

    What if we made decluttering with our children a regular rhythm in our homes? How can we help our children see the value of de-cluttering? In what ways can we empower them to make choices about what to keep and what to pass on to someone else? It's All Too Much: An Easy Plan for Living a Richer Life with Less Stuff by Peter Walsh The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning: How to Free Yourself and Your Family from a Lifetime of Clutter by Margareta Magnusson Article I mentioned about How Household Mess Triggers Stress mamaopportunities.com The quote at the end of each episode is by Jill Churchill, an American author. "There's no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one."

    15 min
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About

A short, encouraging podcast for Moms discussing common scenarios we encounter in daily life. With each scenario I will ask, “What is the opportunity?” and offer thoughts for consideration and questions that Moms can use as a springboard for reflection in their own lives.

Information

  • Creator
    Julia K. Murray
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Mama Opportunities
  • Show Website
    Mama Opportunities

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