Drafting Motherhood

Micaela Burnham
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They say it takes a village to raise a child…and if your village mostly looks like group chats, voice notes, and Googling things at midnight, you’re in good company. Here on Drafting Motherhood with Micaela Burnham, I share my personal experience as a mom of two toddlers to illustrate the oh-so-glamorous side of motherhood. You know, the hormonal rollercoasters, trying to relearn who you are after having kids, and starting your village from scratch. This show is not about the tales of Pinterest-perfect parenting. These are the real stories we share with friends while sitting on their couch at 9 am. Sipping our reheated coffee, helping fold the laundry that's piled up. And we talk about everything and nothing while the kids are in the other room, dumping the toy box out. This show is a community space. Through the podcast email, draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com, moms can submit things like -Personal motherhood stories (funny, happy, insane...SEND EM ALL BABY) -Wisdom you’d like to share with other moms -Seeking advice on specific topics And the best part is? This is all completely anonymous! The goal of the show is to remind moms that, if you’re going through it, chances are another mom somewhere out there is, too. (Que-“We’re All in This Together”) So whether you’re pregnant, raising toddlers, deep in the teenage years, or a seasoned mom with wisdom you wish someone had told you sooner, have a seat, sis. Share your stories, your advice. Help the rest of us survive this beautiful, exhausting, hilarious ride called motherhood. Email- draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com

  1. 4d ago

    Building Emotional Resilience | with Constance Lewis

    What happens when your child suddenly stops trusting their own body? This week, I'm joined by children's author & parent coach, Constance Lewis. What started as a conversation about a single book quickly became a touching tale that revealed the author's true inspiration. After her son Miles experienced a life-changing seizure at four years old, Constance spent a year fighting for answers before he was officially diagnosed and ultimately underwent brain surgery. Along the way, she watched the medications change his personality, steal his confidence, and make it difficult for him to express what he was feeling. That experience inspired Miles and the Cape of Many Feelings, a children's book designed to help kids identify and communicate their emotions during life's hardest moments. In this interview, we talk about: • Parenting through childhood medical challenges • Helping children build emotional resilience • Why every feeling deserves language Constance shares the inspiration behind her other books, practical advice for parents walking through difficult seasons, and why emotional regulation starts with us. Whether you're navigating a medical diagnosis or simply trying to raise emotionally healthy kids, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that children don't need us to have all the answers. They just need us to be a safe space to feel their feelings fully. Connect with Constance: Website: https://www.colorfulcapesoffeelings.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colorful_feelings.books?igsh=ZHJyemUxZ3o0aXdw&utm_source=qr Books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKTSFSLX?lv=shuf&bestFormat=true&csmig=1&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_T10V1YXREGT75056YRP3_1&channelId=704&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_T10V1YXREGT75056YRP3_1&plpRedirect=mhFallback If this episode encouraged you, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review and share it with another parent who could use a little encouragement this week! Thanks for listening, my friends; let’s keep talking 3 Intro- 0:00-3:56 Book inspiration- 3:56-9:31 Host Reflection- 9:31-11:03 Supporting Your Child Through Diagnosis- 11:03-13:51 Available Books/Future Books- 14:04-20:25 Final Thoughts from Guest- 20:25- 22:29 Final Host Reflections- 22:29- 24:16

    Building Emotional Resilience | with Constance Lewis

  2. Jul 21

    Things I Swore I’d Never Do as a Mom…Until I Became One

    Somewhere between serving separate dinners, calling my soda "spicy," surviving endless renditions of Let It Go, and catching vomit with my bare hands...I became that mom. This week's episode was recorded after nearly three hours of bedtime negotiations with my very chatty toddler, so welcome to the sleepy edition of Drafting Motherhood. Today I'm sharing the things I swore I'd never do as a parent...until I actually became one. From tablets on road trips and cake pop bribes to grocery store meltdowns and girls' trips without the kids, we're laughing at all the ways motherhood humbles us while reminding ourselves that perfection simply isn’t achievable. Because it turns out the best parents aren't the ones who stick to every ideal they had before kids. They're the ones who learn, adapt, apologize when needed, and keep showing up for their kiddos. So grab your reheated coffee, fold that mountain of laundry (or don't), and let's laugh about the expectations we left behind. Good night, friends. Thanks for listening. Let's keep talking. To submit any questions, stories, or advice you have to be shared anonymously on the show, email draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com

    Things I Swore I’d Never Do as a Mom…Until I Became One

  3. Jul 14

    Building Work Around Your Life | with Anna Runyan

    Many women have faced the same question at one point or another in their career... Is this really how I want to spend my life? For Anna Runyan, that moment came while watching her boss return from maternity leave only to lose the job she'd devoted years to. It was a wake-up call that changed everything. In this episode of Drafting Motherhood, I'm joined by Anna, founder of Classy Career Girl, as she shares how she went from managing a $75 million military budget to building a business that helps women create careers on their own terms. Along the way, we talk about finding the courage to start before you feel ready, making time for creativity within motherhood, and why the skills you already have may be exactly what someone else is looking for. As always, this isn't just an interview. Between each chapter of Anna's story, I'll be sharing my own reflections and inviting you to think about what her journey might reveal about your own. Whether you're dreaming of working from home, craving more balance, or simply wondering if you're capable of something different, I hope this conversation reminds you that every new chapter begins with one small step. If this episode sparks an idea or a dream you've been carrying around, I'd love to hear about it. Send your story or business idea to draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com, and it might become part of a future Village Draft episode.

    Building Work Around Your Life | with Anna Runyan

  4. Jul 7

    Four Questions Every Expecting Parent Is Asking

    Whether you're getting ready to have your first baby or your tenth, preparing for a new baby always feels like information overload. Birth plans, hospital bags, and what about when we get the baby home? How does anyone survive those first few sleepless weeks?? In this episode, I'm answering four of the most common questions expecting parents ask: • How do I choose the right childbirth option for me? • Are birthing classes really worth it? • What should I actually pack in my hospital bag? • What's the best way to survive those first few weeks with a newborn? Drawing on my own experiences as a mom, and backed with a bit of historical research, this talk will give you the peace of mind that there isn't one "right" way to become a parent. Whether you're weeks away from meeting your baby or simply trying to feel a little more prepared, I hope this conversation leaves you feeling informed, encouraged, and a little less alone. If you have a question you'd like answered in a future episode, I'd love to hear from you! Send your questions to draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com because sometimes the questions we're afraid to ask are the very ones another parent needs to hear. Let's keep drafting motherhood together, one conversation at a time.

    Four Questions Every Expecting Parent Is Asking

  5. Jun 30

    Building a Life, Writing History | with Barbara Mojica

    What happens when you spend your life building a foundation, only to discover your next chapter is already waiting for you? In this episode, I sit down with Barbara Mojica, author of the beloved Little Miss History series, to talk about the journey behind creating stories that bring history to life for children and families. Barbara shares how her background in education, passion for historical accuracy, and love for teaching have shaped the books she creates with her husband. We talk about finding your spark, following curiosity, and why it’s never too late to begin building something new. Whether you’re an aspiring creator, a parent, or simply someone wondering what’s next, this conversation is a reminder that every season of life has purpose. Keep your heart open, stay curious, and enjoy the building process. Resources from Barbara- website: LittleMissHISTORY.com Email: barbara@littlemisshistory.com Show's email- draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com

    Building a Life, Writing History | with Barbara Mojica

  6. Jun 23

    The Village Draft Vol. 1 | Real Stories from Real Moms

    Welcome to the very first edition of The Village Draft, a new recurring segment where mothers from our community share their stories, questions, lessons, and the moments that make us laugh, cry, and occasionally question how our children have survived this long. In this episode, we're opening the mailbox and diving into listener submissions about parenting hacks, self-care, identity shifts, and the journey of remembering yourself after becoming "mom." We share hilarious stories from the trenches of motherhood, practical advice from moms who have learned to pick their battles, and honest reflections on what it means to reconnect with yourself while raising a family. We also explore a deeply moving question from a listener who discovered through motherhood just how easy it is to love a child, and the grief that can surface when that realization shines a light on your own childhood wounds. Whether you're in the thick of diapers and sleepless nights, navigating the return to work, rediscovering old passions, or learning who you are in this season of life, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone. As one listener beautifully shared: "We are parenting in ways no one modeled for us while simultaneously healing our own childhood wounds. Breaking generational trauma is no easy feat. Give yourself grace, allow yourself to heal, and keep showing up." If you'd like to be featured in a future Village Draft episode, submit your stories, questions, advice, mom fails, parenting wins, and everything in between. After all, motherhood was never meant to be written alone. Submit stories here- draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com

  7. Jun 16

    The Words That Shape Our Children | with Jody Hill

    What if one of the most powerful parenting tools isn't something you buy, but something you already use every day? This week on Drafting Motherhood, I'm joined by bestselling author and parenting educator Jody Hill, author of The Parent's Secret Superpower. We discuss positive parenting, breaking generational cycles, emotional regulation, and how our words can help raise confident, resilient kids. Jody shares practical strategies for handling big emotions, navigating appearance-based conversations, and finding the balance between fostering independence and providing support. As a mom on my own healing journey, this conversation left me with powerful tools and a fresh perspective on intentional parenting. If you're working to break unhealthy patterns, strengthen your connection with your children, and raise confident kids, this episode is for you. To access Jody's free guide, you can email podcast@itsjodyhill.com or access the guide using the following link- https://itsjhill.lpages.co/free-confidence-boosters-busters-web/ Show's email- draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com

    The Words That Shape Our Children | with Jody Hill

  8. Jun 2

    Building the Village | Modern Motherhood

    Motherhood can be beautiful, but it can also be incredibly isolating. In this personal diary-style episode, I'm sharing my journey of building a village from scratch, navigating life far from family, making mom friends, strengthening my marriage after kids, and realizing that community isn't just important for our children, it's essential for us, too. We'll talk about the realities of modern motherhood, the loneliness so many moms quietly carry, how apps like Peanut helped me find connection, and why my family is making the decision to move closer to our support system. If you've ever felt like you're raising children without a village, struggled to make friends after becoming a mom, or wondered how to create meaningful community in this season of life, this episode is for you. Show email- draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com

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They say it takes a village to raise a child…and if your village mostly looks like group chats, voice notes, and Googling things at midnight, you’re in good company. Here on Drafting Motherhood with Micaela Burnham, I share my personal experience as a mom of two toddlers to illustrate the oh-so-glamorous side of motherhood. You know, the hormonal rollercoasters, trying to relearn who you are after having kids, and starting your village from scratch. This show is not about the tales of Pinterest-perfect parenting. These are the real stories we share with friends while sitting on their couch at 9 am. Sipping our reheated coffee, helping fold the laundry that's piled up. And we talk about everything and nothing while the kids are in the other room, dumping the toy box out. This show is a community space. Through the podcast email, draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com, moms can submit things like -Personal motherhood stories (funny, happy, insane...SEND EM ALL BABY) -Wisdom you’d like to share with other moms -Seeking advice on specific topics And the best part is? This is all completely anonymous! The goal of the show is to remind moms that, if you’re going through it, chances are another mom somewhere out there is, too. (Que-“We’re All in This Together”) So whether you’re pregnant, raising toddlers, deep in the teenage years, or a seasoned mom with wisdom you wish someone had told you sooner, have a seat, sis. Share your stories, your advice. Help the rest of us survive this beautiful, exhausting, hilarious ride called motherhood. Email- draftingmotherhoodpod@gmail.com

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