I Confess, I'm a Mess

Ayla DeRose
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Hey there 👋 Welcome to I Confess, I’m a Mess. A podcast hosted by Ayla DeRose for anyone who’s holding it together while quietly falling apart. Here, we share real confessions and honest stories from moms, dads, and anyone just trying to figure it out. We cover the chaos of parenthood, the mental load, marriage and relationships, the everyday stresses no one warns you about, and all the messy in-between moments. No filters, no judgment. Just real people, real feelings, and the truth as it is. If that resonates with you, then you’re in the right place! New episodes every other Wednesday.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Spooky Season, Scarier Stories

    Spooky Season, Scarier Stories | I Confess, I’m a Mess Ep. 2 🎃 Welcome back! This week, it’s spooky season, so we’re sharing real stories from parents who saw, heard, and experienced things they still can’t explain. Turns out the scariest part of parenting isn’t the tantrums. Maybe leave a light on for this one. (I sure will…) Chapters 00:00 Welcome to I Confess, I’m a Mess 00:46 My Spooky Confession 07:34 The Man Behind the Monitor 13:11 Mom, She’s Right There 17:40 Why Were You Staring at the Microwave? 21:49 He Was at Work... So Who Came Home? 26:04 Outro Special thanks to these community members for sharing their stories. Your honesty makes this space possible. 🧡: u/Abnormal_Egg (https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/1pmzsz7/comment/nu49c6i/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button) u/worthlesscommotion (https://www.reddit.com/r/Glitch_in_the_Matrix/s/2cL7QwxasZ ) Have a confession of your own? Send it to confessions@iconfessimamess.com or post it in the official subreddit r/IConfessImAMess. Anonymous or not, the choice is yours. Your story might be featured in a future episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms Liked what you heard? Support the chaos with a cup of coffee (*Cough* or wine *Cough*) ☕🍷😊: https://buymeacoffee.com/iconfessimamess If we’re all a mess… maybe none of us really are.

  2. Oct 22

    The Good, The Bad & The Unspoken

    Welcome to the very first episode of I Confess, I’m a Mess! (Ahhh I'm so excited to be here!!) I’m kicking off the show with my own confession, then sharing four stories about the things parents rarely admit out loud: guilt, doubt, disconnection, and the moments that make it all worth it. No filters, no judgment. Just honest stories and the reminder that you’re not alone in the mess. Timeline 00:00 Welcome to I Confess, I’m a Mess 00:46 My Confession 02:51 I Confused What They Needed With What I Needed 10:51 I Feel Like I Made A Mistake By Becoming A Mom. 18:43 Postpartum Isn’t Just for Moms 27:45 I Wasn't Bonded — Until I Was 36:24 Outro Special thanks to these community members for sharing their stories. Your honesty makes this space possible. 🖤:u/saladflambe (https://www.reddit.com/r/Parenting/s/LuZJLpFv4u) u/Butternut_Sloth (https://www.reddit.com/r/toddlers/s/M4OINZPFfy) If any of this hit close to home: Postpartum depression can affect moms and dads, and it doesn’t always look like sadness. If you’re struggling, please talk to your doctor or someone you trust.Postpartum Support International Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 (call or text) If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 (US). Have a confession of your own? Send it to confessions@iconfessimamess.com or post it in the official subreddit r/IConfessImAMess. Anonymous or not, the choice is yours. Your story might be featured in a future episode. Liked what you heard? Support the chaos with a cup of coffee (*Cough* or wine *Cough*) ☕🍷😊: https://buymeacoffee.com/iconfessimamess If we’re all a mess… maybe none of us really are.

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About

Hey there 👋 Welcome to I Confess, I’m a Mess. A podcast hosted by Ayla DeRose for anyone who’s holding it together while quietly falling apart. Here, we share real confessions and honest stories from moms, dads, and anyone just trying to figure it out. We cover the chaos of parenthood, the mental load, marriage and relationships, the everyday stresses no one warns you about, and all the messy in-between moments. No filters, no judgment. Just real people, real feelings, and the truth as it is. If that resonates with you, then you’re in the right place! New episodes every other Wednesday.

Information

  • Creator
    Ayla DeRose
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ayla DeRose
  • Show Website
    I Confess, I'm a Mess