Gather Moms

Kate Henderson, Rebecca Bradford
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Moms, we need each other. We need a place where we can be real, be encouraged, be inspired and find community with other moms; that’s what Gather is all about. Join us, other moms in the trenches with you, as we laugh together, transparently share our struggles and share encouraging truth. We want you to finish each episode feeling refreshed and with a big smile on your face. Join us!

  1. 5d ago

    Millye Hale, the Grandma With 33 Years of Parenting Wisdom Moms Need to Hear: EP 221

    This episode is goinIf you have ever wished you could sit down with a wise, seasoned grandma who has seen it all and lived to tell about it with joy — this episode is for you. Kate and Rebecca sit down with Millye Hale, a mom of three grown children, grandmother of three under two, mentor mom of 33 years, founder of her own parenting ministry, and the woman who once turned a dental hygienist career into a full time calling to come alongside moms and families. Millye is the kind of woman who quotes scripture the way most people breathe — naturally, constantly, and at exactly the right moment. This conversation is full of timeless, biblical wisdom on parenting that will make you want to pull out a notebook. In This Episode: What it actually means to be an intentional mom — and the image of a plant with dirt under your fingernails that will change how you see your season Why discipline is really discipleship — and why moms keep waiting for the spanking conversation The difference between behavior modification and going after your child’s heart Why it is not the severity of a consequence that changes behavior in a child — it is the certainty Never give them a taste of victory — and what happened when Millye held the line on a Noah’s Ark vest We are not raising kids — we are rearing spiritually mature adults and the difference matters The teaching and training rails — where parents should be spending most of their energy The Special Spot — one of the most creative and practical parenting hacks you will ever hear Creativity as an underrated superpower in parenting — good parents are marketers for good choices What grandparenting actually looks like done right — filling in the gap and being a cheerleader Perfectionism as Millye’s own fig leaf — and how the Lord dismantled it Keep your eyes on your own paper — the phrase her mentees call her just to hear her say What saved Millye in her own motherhood journey Resources Mentioned: Millye Hale’s Groundwork Study — https://millyehale.com The Groundwork Study videos — free at https://millyehale.com The Groundwork Study book — available on Amazon  The Collapse of Parenting: Leonard Sax Connect With Millye: https://millyehale.com | @millyehale on Instagram Connect With Us: gathermoms.com | @gathermoms | Join our Patreon at gathermoms.com Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook

  2. Aug 31

    Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad — Abbie Halberstadt, Mom of 10 Tells Us the Truth About Motherhood: EP 220

    This episode is going to challenge you in the best way. Kate and Rebecca sit down with Abbie Halberstadt — bestselling author, fitness instructor, homeschooling mama to ten kids including two sets of identical twins, and a Bible-believing Christian who desires to know God and make Him known. Abbie lives by a motto that has become a movement: hard is not the same thing as bad. And in this conversation she brings that message straight into the everyday wilderness of motherhood. From birth stories to biblical truth, from complaining to community, this episode is packed with the kind of honest, scripture-grounded wisdom that moms in every season need to hear. About Abbie: Abbie Halberstadt is a writer, fitness instructor, and homeschooling mother of ten children, including two sets of identical twins. She lives by the motto that “hard is not the same thing as bad” and loves encouraging women to dig deep in the everyday trials of motherhood for the treasures of joy and growth that are there in abundance. She, her husband Shaun, and their children live in the Piney Woods of East Texas. In This Episode: What it actually looks like to be open to however many kids the Lord has for you — and how Abbie ended up with ten Birth stories from a mom who has done it eight times including two sets of twins The trend on social media that prompted Abbie to write her first book M Is for Mama — a rebellion against mediocre motherhood Why hard is not the same thing as bad — and the scripture that backs it up The real difference between venting and complaining — and how to know which one you are doing Go to the throne before the phone — a phrase that will stick with you Why your children’s outcome is not your resume — and what the Bible actually promises about parenting What to do when you have a prodigal child and feel like God failed you Why your family is your first community — and how to stop stepping over it looking for something else The one thing that saved Abbie in motherhood — and why it might not be what you expect Abbie’s Books: M Is for Mama — A Rebellion Against Mediocre Motherhood Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad You Bet Your Stretch Marks Find Abbie at misformama.net and @abbiehallberstadt on Instagram Connect With Us: gathermoms.com | @gathermoms | Join our Patreon at gathermoms.com Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook

  3. Aug 24

    Motherhood is Basically Survivor — And Here’s What’s Actually Saving Us: EP 219

    A brand new season of Gather Moms is here and Kate and Rebecca are kicking things off with an honest conversation about the wilderness of motherhood and the things that have actually kept them going. Using Survivor as the perfect metaphor for mom life, because both involve keeping everyone fed, making sure they sleep, and managing someone who is probably going to throw something they introduce a question they will be asking every guest this season: What is in your helicopter drop? Beyond the spark vs. iced latte debates, they get real about what has actually saved them in motherhood. Counseling. A spouse who sees things differently. Walking. Bible study. Laughter. And a community of moms who show up when things get hard. In This Episode: The helicopter drop question and what it reveals about what moms actually need The real things that have saved them — counseling, community, laughter, Bible study, and more A preview of the incredible guests coming this season Hebrews 12 and why it frames everything about this season Join our Patreon for the September School Prayers series at gathermoms.com Connect With Us: gathermoms.com | @gathermoms |resources, curriculum, and community at GatherMoms.com Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook

  4. Aug 17

    What We Actually Should Be Praying for Our Kids This School Year: EP 218

    We’re back, moms — and we came in hot. Kate and Rebecca are officially back from their summer break and kicking off the new school year with the reset every mom needs before September hits. First they are sharing their best summer stories — a canceled flight in Cabo, a family road trip prank involving a very unfortunate cat, a miniature Barbie birthday gift that has to be seen to be believed, and a hospital visit that came dangerously close to fulfilling one mom’s very specific bucket list dream. Then things get real. Because as we send our kids back into classrooms, sports teams, and friend groups this fall — the prayers we pray for them matter more than we think. Kate and Rebecca pull from an unlikely source — the book of Revelation — to challenge moms to stop praying only for the comfortable things and start praying for the things that actually shape who our kids are becoming. In This Episode: Kate’s flight cancellation saga in Cabo — and why you need a Spanish speaker in your travel group The Bradford family’s San Antonio vacation and the prank that almost went too far The most creative birthday gift Kate has ever received and why miniature things are Rebecca’s love language The elevator baby that almost made one mom’s bucket list dream come true Why the book of Revelation is actually the perfect back to school guide Culture is not neutral — it has a goal for your kids and we have to know what we’re up against Everybody’s becoming someone — the choices our kids make now create who they are Why we need to stop praying comfortable prayers and start praying character prayers Worship is war — what we stare at becomes bigger, so let’s stare at Jesus The September 30 Days of Prayer challenge on Gather Moms Patreon Resources Mentioned: The Daily Grace Co. Revelation Bible Study  Gather Moms September School Prayers — join at gathermoms.com/Patreon starting September 1st Connect With Us: gathermoms.com | @gathermoms |resources, curriculum, and community at GatherMoms.com Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook

  5. May 25

    Cool Mom Summer – Moms of Summer: EP 217

    What kind of summer mom are you? In this episode, Kate and Rebecca kick off with a little nostalgia, a lively game of “pick your side,” and then dive into the summer mom types that every woman will recognize — in herself and in her friends. Whether you’re the Pool Mom, the Survival Mode Mom, or somewhere in between, this episode is your permission slip to stop trying to be someone you’re not and lean into the mom God actually made you to be. In This Episode Kate and Rebecca play Pick Your Side (watermelon or sweet corn? pool or beach? sunscreen or… let em burn?) before breaking down seven summer mom types — the gifts each one brings, the watch-outs to keep in mind, and the grace that covers all of it. Plus, they share an exciting new prayer initiative launching June 1 that every mom can participate in no matter what her summer looks like. The 7 Moms of Summer The Pool Mom Always packed, always ready. Her kids are tan by June and she has strong opinions about swim lessons. Her gift is consistency and comfort — she creates a home base her kids return to all summer long. Her watch out: intentionality still matters even when the location never changes. The Enrichment Mom Reading logs meet tie dye in her house. The summer bridge workbooks are already ordered. Her gift is that her kids never stop growing — summer is just a more colorful version of the school year. Her watch out: not everything has to be a lesson. Sometimes a popsicle is just a popsicle. The Experience Mom She is collecting memories and the camera roll proves it. Road trips, national parks, family reunions — she starts planning next summer before this one is over. Her gift is raising kids with wonder and a wide world. Her watch out: not every moment has to be a highlight reel. The drive there counts too. The Home Base Mom Her house is the neighborhood hub. Fully stocked snack drawer, sprinkler in the backyard, door always open. Her gift is belonging — that open door is a ministry. Her watch out: she can start to feel like the whole summer runs through her and forget to fill her own cup. The Structured Mom Camp is scheduled, meals are planned, the rhythm is on the fridge. She engineered her summer to not have chaos — and she is not apologizing for it. Her gift is that her kids feel safe and regulated. Her watch out: when the plan falls apart, grace and flexibility matter more than the schedule. The Go-With-The-Flow Mom The plan happens at 9am. Sometimes 10. Some days are spontaneous magic, some days are a little feral, and she is okay with both. Her gift is raising adaptable, present kids. Her watch out: a little rhythm goes a long way — even just one loose anchor for the day. The Survival Mode Mom She is doing her best and that is enough. There is screen time and drive-through lunches and days she just needs everyone to be okay. Her gift is love — full stop. Her watch out: if survival mode is every day all summer, it might be worth asking what she actually needs. The Heart of the Episode Whatever mom you are — be THAT mom. God created you with your specific personality, your disposition, your gifts, and your limits to be your kids’ mom. Not someone else’s mom. Not the mom you follow on Instagram. Theirs. That is not an accident. That is a calling. Summer in the Psalms — Starting June 1 No matter what kind of summer mom you are, you can be a praying mom this summer. Summer’s slower mornings and longer evenings give us more margin than the school year — and we want to help you use it. Join us for Summer in the Psalms, a prayer initiative launching June 1. (Details shared in episode — stay tuned for how to participate!)t the Moms of Summer — the pool mom, the home mom, the zoo mom, the teacher mom. Which one are you? Come back and find out! Resources, curriculum, and community at GatherMoms.com Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook

  6. May 18

    Best Summer Ever Starts Here – Moms of Summer: EP 216

    Summer is almost here — and if we’re honest, it’s a little bit of everything. Slower mornings and pool days on one hand, no schedule and sweaty chaos on the other. In this episode, Kate and Rebecca kick off the Gather Moms Summer Series by talking about what actually makes or breaks a mom’s summer — and how to set yourself up for a season you’ll actually enjoy. In This Episode We’re breaking down 5 ways moms accidentally ruin their own summer (relatable, we promise) — and flipping each one into a practical mindset shift that leads to a cooler, calmer, more present summer for you and your family. 5 Ways to Have a Miserable Summer (Don’t Do These) Plan every second — Over-scheduling leads to burnout and missed moments. The pressure to create “the best summer ever” can cause moms to plan the magic right out of it. Scroll through everyone else’s summer — Social media becomes a highlight reel of perfect vacations and picture-perfect kids. Comparison is the thief of July. Let every day be a total free-for-all — Zero routine leads to overwhelm for moms and kids. No structure = everyone spiraling by 10am. Never say no to a single invitation — Summer fills up fast with BBQs, playdates, camps, and family gatherings. People-pleasing your way through the season is a fast track to exhaustion. Do it all yourself — The invisible mental load of summer — the planning, the entertaining, the refereeing — without help or margin leads straight to mom burnout. 5 Ways to Keep Your Cool This Summer Plan the anchors, not every hour — Pick 2-3 anchor moments each week and let the rest breathe. The best memories usually happen in the margins. Curate your feed or put the phone down — Someone else’s beach vacation isn’t a grade on your summer. Your kids will remember your presence, not your Pinterest board. Keep a loose rhythm, not a rigid schedule — Same wake time, quiet time, and basic flow gives both kids and moms the predictability they need. Structure isn’t the enemy of fun — it’s what makes fun sustainable. Learn your “yes” limit and protect it — A rested mom is a present mom. Give yourself permission to protect a few slow days this summer. Delegate, involve, and let go of the standard — Get your kids involved in the planning, lunches, and cleanup. Ask for help. Summer was never meant to be a solo performance. A Note for Your Soul The slower pace of summer is actually an invitation. It’s a chance to spend more time with God — in prayer, in the Word, in stillness. Don’t miss it. Be sure to check out our Summer in the Psalms series for a simple, beautiful way to stay rooted this season. Next Week on Gather MomsWe’re talking about the Moms of Summer — the pool mom, the home mom, the zoo mom, the teacher mom. Which one are you? Come back and find out!resources, curriculum, and community at GatherMoms.com Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook

  7. May 4

    You Aren’t Alone in Your Motherhood, God Gave You a Guide: EP 215

    It’s here. The finale. And yes — we finally dropped the jingle. To close out the Bible Moms season Kate and Rebecca recap every single woman they’ve covered this season, share some of the most moving listener responses from the series, and remind every mom listening of the one thing that ties all 12 stories together: God doesn’t make mistakes, and He placed you exactly where you are on purpose. From Eve in the garden to Lydia’s living room — 12 women, hundreds of years of history, and one very consistent God who showed up for every single one of them. And he’s showing up in your home too. Oh — and the jingle they’ve been teasing since the beginning of the season? It finally arrived. And it’s catchy. Really catchy. In This Episode A full recap of every Bible Mom covered this season and what she taught us Listener responses that will genuinely move you — including a single mom, a stay at home mom, and everything in between Why your home is your first ministry — not a consolation prize How the metanarrative of Scripture is still being written right now, in your house, through your ordinary moments The long-awaited Bible Moms jingle — courtesy of Claude and Suno AI What’s coming this summer: Summer in Psalms The 12 Bible Moms of the Season Eve, Sarah, Leah, Jochebed, Rahab, Bathsheba, Anna, Salome, Mary Magdalene, Lois & Eunice, Lydia — and the mother hen himself, Jesus. Scripture Genesis 1:27 — Created in his image, male and female Luke 13 — Jesus as the mother hen gathering her chicks Throughout — the metanarrative of God’s story What’s Next Summer fun episodes are coming — followed by Summer in Psalms, a new series praying through the Psalms together all summer long. Stay tuned. Free Bible Giveaway No Bible? No problem. Gather Moms would love to send you one — find the link in the show notes. Connect with Gather Moms GatherMoms.com Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook

  8. Apr 27

    Jesus Had the Heart of a Mom First: EP 214

    We’re in the home stretch — and this episode might be the most unexpected one yet. As the Bible Moms series winds down, Kate and Rebecca play the most fun trivia game of the season (Jochebed’s theme song is Let It Go and we will not be taking questions), before landing on the woman — or rather, the Person — behind every mother’s heart. In Luke 13, Jesus compares himself to a hen gathering her chicks under her wings. That image didn’t come from nowhere. The longing you feel to pull your kids close, to protect them, to keep them safe? Jesus had it first. And he hardwired it into you. In This Episode Bible Moms trivia that will make you want to binge the whole series Luke 13: what Jesus reveals about his own heart through the image of a mother hen Why your instinct to gather, protect, and intercede for your kids mirrors the heart of God What to do when your kids walk into something you can’t control Psalm 91 as a prayer for every overwhelmed mom What’s coming this summer: Summer in Psalms Scripture Luke 13 — Jesus laments over Jerusalem; the hen and her chicks Psalm 91:1–4 — shelter, feathers, wings, and faithful promises What’s Next Summer in Psalms is coming — a new seasonal series to keep you tethered to the Word all summer long. Stay tuned. Connect with Gather Moms Find all resources, curriculum, and community at GatherMoms.com Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook

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Moms, we need each other. We need a place where we can be real, be encouraged, be inspired and find community with other moms; that’s what Gather is all about. Join us, other moms in the trenches with you, as we laugh together, transparently share our struggles and share encouraging truth. We want you to finish each episode feeling refreshed and with a big smile on your face. Join us!

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  • Creator
    Kate Henderson, Rebecca Bradford
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    232
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2021 GatherMoms.com
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