Moms Off The Record

Katherine Sigblad
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Modern motherhood is rife with stereotypes, tropes, and narratives that have overcomplicated what was once biologically normal and intuitive. Moms Off The Record explores how culture, systems, and modern lifestyles shape the decisions we make as women and mothers and what may have been lost in the process. Inspired by ancestral wisdom while rooted in modern reality, this podcast is for those who want to think critically about the foundations we’re laying for ourselves and our children. Here, we ask the tough and often uncomfortable questions with nuance and discernment.

  1. 12/19/2025

    #73: Season 3 Wrap & The End of An Era

    In this special end-of-year episode, Kat and April sit down for a heartfelt and honest conversation reflecting on the journey of Moms Off the Record: how it began, how it evolved, and what it has meant to both of them and the community it grew. This episode also marks a meaningful transition. After years of co-creating MOTR together, April shares her decision to step away as a co-host, with Kat moving forward as the sole host and steward of the podcast. The conversation is rooted in gratitude, clarity, and mutual respect with an honoring of seasons, growth, and the courage it takes to listen when an assignment shifts. Together, Kat and April reflect on favorite moments, impactful conversations, and the many messages from women who have shared how MOTR helped them feel less alone, more confident in their intuition, and more empowered to question the narratives surrounding modern motherhood. This episode is two parts a look back and a blessing moving forward with the reminder that growth often asks us to release what we love in order to make room for what’s next. Thank you for being part of this chapter.  WE LOVE YOU! Cheers to Season 4 led by none other than Kat!  WHERE YOU CAN FIND US: Follow April at Embracing Eden and on instagram Book a potty training 1:1 consult with Kat Support the show JOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! 3) DISCOUNT CODES & LINKS Leaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community. Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.

    1h 14m

  2. 11/07/2025

    #72: Modern Feminism - When Liberation Became Isolation

    What started as a movement for dignity has become an ideology of disconnection. In this episode, we trace the evolution of feminism, from its early roots in moral equality to its modern rebranding as sameness, independence, and career-first identity. We explore how the cultural promise of “having it all” has often left women feeling fragmented, overextended, and unfulfilled. From the economic engineering that made two incomes a necessity, to the corporate and political forces that turned liberation into labor, we unpack how the feminist movement has been co-opted, and how that shift continues to affect families, children, and the very soul of womanhood. This isn’t about going backward; it’s about remembering what was sacred. We discuss how honoring biological design, polarity, and the divine dance between masculine and feminine could be the key to restoring balance, in our homes, our relationships, and within ourselves. True liberation isn’t doing everything alone. It’s remembering that we were designed to thrive together. Support the show JOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! 3) DISCOUNT CODES & LINKS Leaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community. Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.

    1h 30m

  3. 10/24/2025

    #71: Motherhood, Politics, and the Power to Change Your Mind with Lucy Biggers of The Free Press

    We’re joined by journalist and former climate activist Lucy Biggers of The Free Press (and formerly NowThis) to talk about the surprising intersection of motherhood and politics, and what happens when we’re brave enough to reexamine our deeply held beliefs. Now a mom of two toddlers, Lucy shares how motherhood reshaped her worldview, inviting her to question ideological narratives she once championed. Together, we explore what it means to humbly change your mind in a polarized world and why motherhood often becomes the great equalizer, forcing us to think not in slogans, but in legacy. From fossil fuels and climate activism to the dangers of Marxism and socialism, we navigate some of today’s most polarizing conversations with honesty and curiosity. Because when a topic becomes untouchable, we lose our ability to engage, discern, and build a better future for our children. This one’s for the mothers (and fathers) willing to hold nuance, question dogma, and plant seeds of truth for the next generation. Support the show JOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! 3) DISCOUNT CODES & LINKS Leaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community. Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.

    1h 15m

  4. 10/10/2025

    #70: Money in Motherhood and Marriage: The New Financial Paradigm

    In this episode, the two of us reflect on our former six-figure careers in the tech space and how our respective financial trajectories once we became mothers radically changed our lifestyles, world view, and sense of true fulfillment. This episode is part philosophy and part practicality, however please be advised neither of us is a financial consultant, so none of this is to be taken as financial advice. It’s simply anecdotal. We answer some money questions you all submitted in our Instagram stories question box. Money is such a taboo topic. Especially if you are choosing to step back from a high-earning career in favor of living on less and being more present with your children while they’re young. We divulge specific numbers to present an honest assessment of how you can make a single income work. We're here to agree, hanging your career hat for a few years is totally worth it!  Support the show JOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! 3) DISCOUNT CODES & LINKS Leaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community. Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.

    1h 38m

  5. 09/26/2025

    #69: How to Actually Enjoy the Toddler Years with Jamie Glowacki

    Jamie Glowacki, mom, parenting expert, and acclaimed author of "Oh Crap! I Have a Toddler" and "Oh Crap! Potty Training", joins us for an uncensored conversation on what today’s parents are getting wrong (and right) about raising kids. With more than 25 years of experience working directly with families, Jamie dives deep into popular parenting styles, discipline, emotional regulation, and why the trend of “gentle parenting” can sometimes miss the mark. We explore hot-button topics like: Why organized sports before age six may do more harm than goodHow modern culture is infantilizing childrenWhy connection, not perfection, is what kids crave mostThe role of play in conflict resolution and building resilienceHow nutrition impacts children’s behavior and emotional regulationThe problem with “kindness culture” and how to model real kindnessJamie also shares the essential parenting style framework of govern, garden, guide, helping parents navigate each stage of childhood in the most effective way. From the dangers of over-scheduling to the necessity of “brutal self-care” for moms, this episode is packed with unfiltered and uncensored practical wisdom, cultural critique, and encouragement for parents raising kids in today’s world. You can find Jamie:  On instagram On YouTubeOn the weband her fantastic books!Support the show JOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! 3) DISCOUNT CODES & LINKS Leaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community. Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.

    1h 31m

  6. 09/05/2025

    #68: How Our Top Three Core Values Shape Our Parenting Decisions

    Feeling inspired after reading Jamie Glowacki’s book “Oh Crap! I Have a Toddler”, the two of us muse on our current top three core values, where these values likely stemmed from, and how, specifically, they shape our parenting decisions. As Jamie so eloquently puts it, nothing a toddler says or does should theoretically trigger an adult to have an unreasonable, extreme reaction. So, if we are having such a reaction, it’s likely due to an unresolved trigger or childhood wound. The values we place highest on a pedestal stem from what we view as being the most important aspects of functioning in the world, which will look different from person to person depending on how you were raised, your life experiences, relationships, and your temperament. Just like a Venn diagram, the two of us share some overlap with our core values and then branch off into varied territory. Illustrating how our values play out in real time with our children is where the magic lies. In this episode, we don't aim to tell you which values to hold dearly but how to consider them! & we want to hear from you! What are your top parenting values and why? Support the show JOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! 3) DISCOUNT CODES & LINKS Leaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community. Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.

    1h 34m

  7. 08/22/2025

    #67: The Motherbaby Triad: Mothering Twins Physiologically with Alaina Evangelisto

    Alaina faced obstacle after obstacle during her first pregnancy, which happened to be a di-di, identical twin girl pregnancy, and her initiation into motherhood resulted in the first twin being born vaginally and the second via cesarean. Recovering from a c-section plus physical separation for days from her babies due to a NICU stay didn’t deter Alaina from physiologic mothering and tuning into her high nurture intuition. Alaina walks us through about her mindset, values, and support system which motivated her to break free from the mainstream narrative- especially the one perpetuated in social media- that moms of multiples must pump and rely on formula from day 1, contain their babies in containers, and separate them into their own sleeping spaces despite having spent every day together in the womb. Follow Alaina on Instagram @nurturingtwins If you’re expecting or recently birthed multiples, you must check out her course, Embracing Infancy!  Support the show JOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! 3) DISCOUNT CODES & LINKS Leaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community. Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.

    1h 27m

  8. 08/01/2025

    #66: Reclaiming Education and Repairing Our Broken "School" System

    The two of us philosophize about the distinctions between education versus learning and why even the most prestigious schools are failing today's children. As moms on the homeschooling track, we reveal how we are reclaiming the lost art of lifelong learning and why we are not subscribing to the school system's broken idea of "education" i.e. memorization, regurgitation and rigid metrics.  We relish in the endless opportunities to shape our children's worldview and share which values are most important for us to cultivate in our children as they transition into older toddlerhood and ultimately young childhood. Takeaways from our discussion: Nurturing a child's interests can cultivate a lifelong love of learning.Homeschooling doesn't have to be rigid; it can be play-based.Values instilled at home shape a child's worldview.Community plays a vital role in a child's developing group dynamics skills.Food choices impact a child's health and awareness.Creative play is essential for learning and development.Observation and awe are key in developing mindfulness.Breaking free from traditional education can empower children.Language development is fostered through real-world communication.Patience and presence are crucial in nurturing a child's growth.PS- Our MOTR merch has dropped! Wear your motherhood values & be sure to tag us when you do! @MomsOffTheRecordPod  Support the show JOIN OUR NEW, PRIVATE COMMUNITY! DONATE (Thank you!! 3) DISCOUNT CODES & LINKS Leaving us a rating and *written* review is one of the best ways to show your support. We're so grateful for your reviews! We love to see what you thought of our episodes on your instagram stories! Remember to tag us @momsofftherecordpod, so we can share your stories with our community. Don't forget to subscribe to MOTR on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on instagram, so you never miss a beat.

    1h 8m
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Modern motherhood is rife with stereotypes, tropes, and narratives that have overcomplicated what was once biologically normal and intuitive. Moms Off The Record explores how culture, systems, and modern lifestyles shape the decisions we make as women and mothers and what may have been lost in the process. Inspired by ancestral wisdom while rooted in modern reality, this podcast is for those who want to think critically about the foundations we’re laying for ourselves and our children. Here, we ask the tough and often uncomfortable questions with nuance and discernment.

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  • Creator
    Katherine Sigblad
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    74
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Moms Off The Record
  • Show Website
    Moms Off The Record

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