58 episodes

A parenting podcast for everyday superheroes in need of a pick me up.

Parenting requires a heroic effort every day: Wake everyone. Feed everyone. Get out the door on time. Do your work. Make a living. Keep a home. Stop the siblings from attacking each other. Walk the dog. Care for yourself. Make sure they're doing their homework. Teach them emotional skills. Do the laundry. Get the teen to put the phone down. Tend to your adult relationships. Read the middle one a story. Get them to sleep on time. Do the dishes. Try to sleep yourself – if the baby lets you. Start over.

Some days we do it all feeling like Wonder Woman / Superman, leaping over meltdowns in a single bound, and some days we feel like lowly mortals who can't catch a break or even get a moment to pee!

We at MFA are your superhero headquarters for this heroic mission. We help you rise to the demands of this extraordinary job, and we are your emotional safety net for when you fall. Most of all, we're here to speak with profound honesty about the honestly profound work of parenting, because we believe our stories deserve to be told. Welcome, we're glad you're here.

Mother Flipping Awesome Abigail Wald

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.7 • 111 Ratings

A parenting podcast for everyday superheroes in need of a pick me up.

Parenting requires a heroic effort every day: Wake everyone. Feed everyone. Get out the door on time. Do your work. Make a living. Keep a home. Stop the siblings from attacking each other. Walk the dog. Care for yourself. Make sure they're doing their homework. Teach them emotional skills. Do the laundry. Get the teen to put the phone down. Tend to your adult relationships. Read the middle one a story. Get them to sleep on time. Do the dishes. Try to sleep yourself – if the baby lets you. Start over.

Some days we do it all feeling like Wonder Woman / Superman, leaping over meltdowns in a single bound, and some days we feel like lowly mortals who can't catch a break or even get a moment to pee!

We at MFA are your superhero headquarters for this heroic mission. We help you rise to the demands of this extraordinary job, and we are your emotional safety net for when you fall. Most of all, we're here to speak with profound honesty about the honestly profound work of parenting, because we believe our stories deserve to be told. Welcome, we're glad you're here.

    Motherhood activated!

    Motherhood activated!

    What one mother did for me, and why I now do it for you.
    Every job needs training. Including parenting. That's why we built this for you 👉 https://abigailwald.com/ttp
    For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get:
    💝 a free private Q&A Day with me (normally $95)
    💝 a quarterly Podcast Superhero Party, where we all come together as a parent community and learn from each other on a privately curated helpline for the day
    Priceless. Yet free.
    GET YOUR SUPERHERO GIFTS HERE 👉 https://abigailwald.com/podcast
     

    • 7 min
    The baby has an opinion

    The baby has an opinion

    I got asked an impossible question. Thankfully, my baby had an opinion on the matter.
    Happy to be a parent but not sure why it feels so hard? I've got you. Reach out 👉https://abigailwald.com/contact
    For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get:
    💝 a free private Q&A Day with me (normally $95)
    💝 a quarterly Podcast Superhero Party, where we all come together as a parent community and learn from each other on a privately curated helpline for the day
    Priceless. Yet free.
    GET YOUR SUPERHERO GIFTS HERE 👉 https://abigailwald.com/podcast

    • 3 min
    The art of asking the right question

    The art of asking the right question

    How to help a kid STOP doing that thing you keep telling them to – but up until now, they’re not listening.
    Learn who we are – and how we help parents: https://motherflippingawesome.com
    For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get:
    💝 a free private Q&A Day with me (normally $95)
    💝 a quarterly Podcast Superhero Party, where we all come together as a parent community and learn from each other on a privately curated helpline for the day
    Priceless. Yet free.
    GET YOUR SUPERHERO GIFTS HERE 👉 https://abigailwald.com/podcast

    • 4 min
    It's 2024 and we're "walking our talk" 👏

    It's 2024 and we're "walking our talk" 👏

    Join me as I take a short daily walk, and also examine one aspect of the heroic challenge and glorious opportunity that is "parenting". My 18 years of experience, boiled down into a few quick minutes you can tuck into your heart, and call your own. 
    For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get:
    💝 a free private Q&A Day with me (normally $95)
    💝 a quarterly Podcast Superhero Party, where we all come together as a parent community and learn from each other on a privately curated helpline for the day
    Priceless. Yet free.
    GET YOUR SUPERHERO GIFTS HERE 👉 https://abigailwald.com/podcast

    • 2 min
    Before & After: Co-Creating with my 14-Year-Old Through his Teenage Years

    Before & After: Co-Creating with my 14-Year-Old Through his Teenage Years

    This week I speak with my oldest son who is now almost fifteen. We explore his journey through teenagerhood: how he navigates his social anxiety, his love of video games, and also his strong will. 

    • 19 min
    The Before & After Series: My 12-Year-Old on Learning to Manage Anger

    The Before & After Series: My 12-Year-Old on Learning to Manage Anger

    This week I speak with my youngest son who is now twelve. We explore his journey through anger: how it used to control him, and how he learned to control IT instead. 

    • 20 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
111 Ratings

111 Ratings

absarunnin ,

Amazing!!!

Such an amazing and refreshing approach to parenting. Before finding Abigail, I felt isolated and shamed as a parent because my kids were not doing everything I said when I said it, etc. Abigail has helped me find my voice and my values as a parent (and as a person!). She had helped me see that I love and like my children. She has taught me to worry less and love more. She has taught me what it means to be a benevolent leader within my own family. Can’t thank you enough!

Talena R ,

Love it!!!

When I first found Abigail (on the hand in hand podcast) I was having a really difficult time trying (and failing) to be a gentle parent. Abigail’s wisdom, real-ness, and deep understanding of the inner working of our sensitive and strong willed children has changed my life! I so appreciate the work you do for us parents Abigail ❤️

Dr. RCH ,

A wonderful resource for parents!

Abigail Ward and this podcast are a wonderful resource for parents! She gives parents the tools to bring balance to your family.

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