GoodMom

Lindsay Andreotti and Sunny Gault
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Welcome to GoodMom, a show and community about bringing more consciousness to motherhood in a rapidly changing world. Friends Lindsay and Sunny share honest stories, laughter, and big questions about raising kids who are more powerful and brilliant than we sometimes realize. Bring your curiosity and grow with us at https://goodmom.org.

  1. 2d ago

    Does Money Grow on Trees? Rethinking What We Teach Our Kids

    🎉 GoodMom is back for Season 2—and we’re talking money! When your teenager has a car, a girlfriend, and a growing list of expenses, how do you decide what to pay for—and what they should earn themselves? Sunny and Lindsay share their different upbringings around money and explore how those beliefs shape our parenting. From Sunny’s daughters turning their love of dogs into spending money to the questions we rarely ask our kids, this conversation is about getting curious together. In this episode: 💭 What happens when parents have different money philosophies 🌱 The beliefs about money we pass down without realizing it 🐾 How doing something kids love can open doors to earning 💬 Talking honestly about family budgets without adding fear or shame ✨ Asking kids what experiences they want to create—and exploring how to make them happen 💜 Visit goodmom.org to discover all the fun things we’re working on for moms!

  2. 4d ago

    Truth or Manipulation? Empowering Kids to Know the Difference

    Is that something your child really wants — or something they’ve been sold? From TikTok skincare trends to Roblox purchases and brand-name clothes, kids face a steady stream of messages about what they need and who they should be. Sunny and Lindsay explore helping kids recognize manipulation, practice discernment, and build confidence in their own choices. Through honest parenting stories, they discuss looking beneath the purchase, getting curious instead of judgmental, and giving kids room to discover what matters to them. ✨ In this episode, you’ll discover: 📱 Question the Influence: Explore how advertising, social media, and peer pressure can shape kids’ wants.🔎 Get Curious: Move beyond “Why would you buy that?” to understand what your child values.🧭 Practice Discernment: Help kids pause and reflect on the messages coming their way.❤️ Build Confidence: Encourage kids to feel comfortable being themselves, beyond labels and trends.🌱 Make Space for Choices: Explore opportunities for independent decision-making within safe boundaries.🪞 Check Our Own Habits: Reflect on when parental guidance becomes pressure to follow our preferences.Whether your child wants the latest skincare product or a virtual T-shirt you can’t quite understand, this conversation offers laughter, perspective, and questions worth asking. Helping kids think for themselves starts with being willing to listen. Join the conversation at https://goodmom.org

  3. 4d ago

    Helping Kids Build Social Skills in a Digital World

    Our kids are more connected than ever — but how comfortable are they having a face-to-face conversation? Helping kids build social skills in a world full of screens starts with everyday opportunities to be present, communicate clearly, and connect with others. Sunny and Lindsay explore “social fluency” through honest stories from their own families. From one-word answers to an unexpected conversation at the Starbucks drive-through, they share how small moments can model meaningful connection. ✨ In this episode, you’ll discover: 💬 Build Communication Skills: Explore the difference between being connected online and connecting in person.👀 Practice Being Present: Discuss attention, eye contact, and the challenges of face-to-face conversations.🌱 Make Room for Awkwardness: Why practicing social skills doesn’t have to look or feel perfect.🤝 Model Real Connection: Show kids how small conversations and sincere compliments can open doors.❤️ Notice Your Influence: Discover how the interactions your kids watch today can show up in their lives years later.📱 Look Beyond the Screen: Reflect on the place of human connection in a world of gaming, phones, and AI.Whether you’re navigating conversations with teens or helping younger kids feel more comfortable around others, this episode brings laughter, relatable stories, and a reminder that small moments matter. Sometimes teaching connection starts with looking up and saying something kind.

  4. 4d ago

    Raising Resilient Kids: When to Help and When to Step Back

    Sunny and Lindsay dive into a parenting dilemma we all know — when your kids struggle, do you jump in to fix it or give them room to figure it out? From a daughter’s reluctance to make videos to a teenager’s impatience during recovery, they share honest stories about helping kids build resilience while navigating our own urge to rescue them. Tune in for a conversation about learning from mistakes, practicing patience, and supporting your kids as they discover what they’re capable of. ✨ In this episode, you’ll discover: 💪 Build Resilience: Explore how everyday challenges can help kids develop confidence in their own abilities.🤝 Support Without Taking Over: Talk through the balance between helping your kids and solving everything for them.⏳ Practice Patience: Discover everyday opportunities to explore waiting and delayed gratification.🔎 Get Curious: Use questions to help kids think through their choices, consequences, and next steps.🌱 Learn from Mistakes: Make room for learning without shame or “I told you so.”❤️ Model the Messy Parts: Share your own missteps and show kids they can count on your love when things go wrong.Whether you’re raising little ones or navigating the teenage years, this episode brings honest reflection, laughter, and encouragement for those moments when stepping back feels hard. We’re learning alongside our kids — one imperfect moment at a time.

  5. 12/19/2025

    Merry & Bright: Helping Kids Shine Their Light

    This week on #GoodMom, Sunny and Lindsay dive into a topic that’s perfect for the holiday season — and every day of the year! Kids’ energy, enthusiasm, and joy can sometimes feel like a flickering string of Christmas lights… and as parents, we want them shining bright. But how do you know if your kids are truly “lights on”? And how do you help them stay there while still teaching responsibility? Tune in to learn how to spot the spark, master discernment, and model making choices that light you — and your kids — up. ✨ In this episode, you’ll discover: 💡 Spot the Spark: Learn how to tell when your kids are truly “lights on” — in flow, energized, and shining bright. 🎯 Master Discernment: Discover tools to help your kids (and you!) choose activities that align with their natural gifts and passions. 🛠️ Balance Fun & Responsibility: Tips for encouraging contribution without dimming their enthusiasm. 🌟 Model Energy Choices: How to show kids what it looks like to pick what lights you up, too. 🧩 Read the “Why”: Understand the feelings behind what kids love, whether it’s camp, a hobby, or a project. 🎁 Holiday Inspiration: Keep everyone’s spirits bright during the festive chaos — and year-round! Whether you’re navigating homeschooling, extracurricular activities, or just trying to survive the last weeks of the year with your sanity intact, this episode is packed with practical advice, laughter, and a little holiday cheer. Let’s make sure everyone’s lights stay on this season!

    Merry & Bright: Helping Kids Shine Their Light

  6. 12/12/2025

    Changing Family Dynamics (When Everyone Outgrows Everything)

    Families change. Kids grow. Parents shrink (emotionally… and sometimes literally). And suddenly your house feels like it’s playing musical chairs with bedrooms, traditions, and everyone’s feelings. In this episode, Sunny and Lindsay dive headfirst into the hilarious, tender, and sometimes totally overwhelming reality of changing family dynamics. Sunny kicks things off with the big news: her teenage boys officially need their own rooms, which means the beloved guest room is OUT. And her parents? Their long holiday visits just got a lot… shorter. No more multi-day visits where everyone settles in—now it’s more of a quick “Hi! Merry Christmas! Here’s some pie! Okay, bye!” vibe. Meanwhile, Lindsay reveals what it’s like to suddenly realize you’re the matriarch. (Yes. HER.) With grown kids moving to opposite corners of the country, she’s learning how to parent adults, let go of old traditions, and graciously accept that holidays now come with flight schedules, group chats, and maybe a backup ham. Together, they laugh (a lot) and get real about: ✨ Kids who grow… and take the good bedrooms with them ✨ The weird grief of realizing your house is no longer the holiday headquarters ✨ Becoming the “grown-up” grown-up (ugh) ✨ Building new traditions you actually like ✨ Why change always comes with a side of feelings—and usually a side of humor, too And now they want to hear YOUR stories. What’s shifting in your home? What’s already changed? What curveballs are headed your way that you totally didn’t see coming? Join the #GoodMom Community: Sunny and Lindsay are going live more often in the new year—come laugh, vent, and hang out with other moms who are right there with you. Subscribe here ➜ youtube.com/goodmompodcast

    Changing Family Dynamics (When Everyone Outgrows Everything)

  7. 12/05/2025

    To Wrap or Not to Wrap?

    ‘Tis the season for holiday chaos—and Lindsay and Sunny are here to help! In this merry episode, they tackle the big question: to wrap or not to wrap? From sparkly bows to reusable fabric sacks, from sip-and-wrap parties to gift card scavenger hunts, they share clever (and guilt-free) ways to make gifting fun, festive, and sustainable. They also dish on celebrating big family adventures instead of piles of presents, making holidays magical for kids of all ages, and savoring the season without stressing over the perfect tree or the perfect gift. Whether it’s cozy DIY ideas or thinking outside the gift box, this episode is packed with holiday cheer! Join the #GoodMom Community: Jump into the conversation at youtube.com/goodmompodcast — share your festive hacks, parenting wins, and holiday fun with other moms! Highlights: Creative gift-giving ideas: reusable bags, t-shirt sacks, and DIY projects 🎀 Fun ways to celebrate beyond the gifts: family adventures, bedroom makeovers, and more 🏡🎄 Gift card scavenger hunts and playful surprises for older kids 🎯 Making the holiday season joyful, memorable, and less stressful ✨

    To Wrap or Not to Wrap?

  8. 11/28/2025

    When Your Grown Kid Moves Back Home

    This week on #GoodMom, Lindsay accidentally goes live mid–bite (classic 🤣), and we roll right into a very real conversation many parents are facing today: What do you do when your grown child moves back home? 🏡💬 Lindsay shares a story about her friend’s 23-year-old daughter, who moved back after college—now more independent, more adult, and… not exactly interested in contributing at home. 😅 Cue the tension, the questions, and the “Wait… what do we do now?” moments. Sunny jumps in with some great perspective, including: ✨ Why expectations matter (especially if you didn’t set them before they moved in) ✨ How to create “conditions of satisfaction” instead of strict parent-child rules ✨ How to talk to your adult kids like adults—not like they’re still 8 years old ✨ Why boundaries actually help them become independent ✨ And why it’s okay (and healthy!) to ask, “So… what’s your plan for moving out again?” 😉 We also get into: How you have changed while they were away 👀 Why old labels (“you always get car sick!”) don’t help anyone 🧩 How to open tough conversations with respect, timing, and intention 🏠 And how multigenerational living can be beautiful—as long as everyone feels respected. This episode is packed with honesty, humor, and those “Oh wow, that’s so true” parenting moments. Whether your boomerang kid is already back home or you see the writing on the wall (👀 looking at you, Sunny’s 13-year-old), this one’s for you. 💛

    When Your Grown Kid Moves Back Home
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Welcome to GoodMom, a show and community about bringing more consciousness to motherhood in a rapidly changing world. Friends Lindsay and Sunny share honest stories, laughter, and big questions about raising kids who are more powerful and brilliant than we sometimes realize. Bring your curiosity and grow with us at https://goodmom.org.

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  • Creator
    Lindsay Andreotti and Sunny Gault
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Lindsay Andreotti and Sunny Gault
  • Show Website
    GoodMom