Amazingly AF Mother Daughter Podcast

22. Jaime and Jenn Talk Alcohol-Free Retreats

In this co-hosted episode, Jaime from Amazingly Alcohol-Free and Jennifer Reed from AF Superpowers talk about the power of alcohol-free retreats, in-person connection, and why doing something for yourself can feel scary but also deeply transformational. They share how they met at a retreat in Palm Springs, why women often get cold feet before stepping into new experiences, and how retreats can help you feel seen, supported, rested, and inspired. Jaime also shares details about her Whidbey Island and Palm Springs alcohol-free retreats, while Jen talks about her vision for future retreats in Wyoming. This episode is a warm reminder that connection matters, you deserve time for yourself, and being alcohol-free really is a superpower. If you want to learn more about Jaime's Amazingly AF Palm Spring Retreats, click here [https://amazinglyalcoholfree.mykajabi.com/offers/M3U92xSm/checkout].  CONNECT WITH JENN  * Instagram:  @afsuperpowers [https://www.instagram.com/afsuperpowers/] * AF Superpowers Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alcohol-free-superpowers/id1724555886] CONNECT WITH JAIME * Fill out a 1:1 Private Coaching Application  [https://forms.gle/Z1xVPf9wfEofZLNh9] * Join The Confidence Club [https://amazinglyaf.myflodesk.com/confidenceclub] * Amazingly AF Summer 6-Week Group Program - Starts June 22 [https://www.amazinglyalcoholfree.com/amazinglyaf-summer-2026] * Amazingly AF Palm Springs Retreat - September 2026 [https://amazinglyalcoholfree.mykajabi.com/offers/M3U92xSm/checkout] LISTEN HERE:  * Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amazingly-af-mother-daughter-podcast/id1854897144] * Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5OeHMcREm7F64tdJ3uZA0W]

21. The Sober New Yorker with Melissa McGovern: Identity, Connection & Building an Alcohol-Free Life

Melissa McGovern, the voice behind The Sober New Yorker, joined Jaime for an honest and inspiring conversation about what it really looks like to build an alcohol-free life that feels authentic, connected, and empowering. Melissa shares her story of questioning alcohol, navigating the messy middle of change, and discovering who she was without drinking. We talk about identity, confidence, social connection, and the beautiful ways life can open up when alcohol is no longer at the center. This episode is full of real conversation, reflection, and hope for anyone who has ever wondered what life could look like on the other side of drinking. Melissa’s story is such a powerful reminder that you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. You just have to be willing to take the next step. CONNECT WITH MELISSA:  * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesobernewyorker/ [https://www.instagram.com/thesobernewyorker/] * Website: https://thesobernewyorker.com/ [https://thesobernewyorker.com/] * The Sober New Yorker Podcast  [https://thesobernewyorker.com/podcast] CONNECT WITH JAIME: * Website + 7-Days to Sparkle Program: https://amazinglyalcoholfree.com [https://amazinglyalcoholfree.com/] * Instagram: https://instagram.com/amazinglyalcoholfree [https://instagram.com/amazinglyalcoholfree] * Sign Up for Jaime's Weekly Newsletter [https://amazinglyaf.myflodesk.com/newsletter] WORK WITH JAIME * Fill out a 1:1 Private Coaching Application  [https://forms.gle/Z1xVPf9wfEofZLNh9] * Join The Confidence Club [https://amazinglyaf.myflodesk.com/confidenceclub] * Amazingly AF Summer 6-Week Group Program - Starts June 22 [https://www.amazinglyalcoholfree.com/amazinglyaf-summer-2026] LISTEN HERE:  * Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amazingly-af-mother-daughter-podcast/id1854897144] * Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5OeHMcREm7F64tdJ3uZA0W]

20. Burnout, Leadership & Finding Purpose Alcohol-Free with Naomi DuCharme

Naomi DuCharme joined us for this honest and powerful conversation about burnout, stress, leadership, sobriety, and finding purpose after alcohol. This episode includes a brief mention of suicide and substance use. Naomi shares her story growing up in Alaska where drinking culture was heavily normalized and how alcohol became a big part of her life starting at a young age. From working in hospitality to leadership roles in construction and oil and gas, she opens up about the pressure of high-performance environments, being a woman in male-dominated industries, and how alcohol slowly became something she relied on to cope with stress, grief, and burnout. We also talk about gray area drinking, postpartum stress, workplace drinking culture, and the pressure so many women feel to keep pushing through while quietly struggling behind the scenes. Naomi shares how coaching, therapy, and community helped her start healing and how removing alcohol gave her more clarity, purpose, and alignment in her life. Naomi now helps individuals and organizations build healthier, more supportive workplace cultures through leadership coaching, workplace wellbeing consulting, and recovery support. Her story is incredibly relatable and this episode is such a powerful reminder that you do not need to hit rock bottom to decide you want something different for your life. CONNECT WITH NAOMI Instagram: @integratingwell [https://www.instagram.com/integratingwell/] LinkedIn: Naomi DuCharme LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-ducharme-83065691/] Website: Integrating Wellness Solutions [https://www.integratingwellnesssolutions.com] CONNECT WITH JAIME: * Website + 7-Days to Sparkle Program: https://amazinglyalcoholfree.com [https://amazinglyalcoholfree.com/] * Instagram: https://instagram.com/amazinglyalcoholfree [https://instagram.com/amazinglyalcoholfree] * Sign Up for Jaime's Weekly Newsletter [https://amazinglyaf.myflodesk.com/newsletter]   WORK WITH JAIME * Fill out a 1:1 Private Coaching Application  [https://forms.gle/Z1xVPf9wfEofZLNh9] * Join The Confidence Club [https://amazinglyaf.myflodesk.com/confidenceclub] * Join Amazingly AF Summer Group Program [https://www.amazinglyalcoholfree.com/amazinglyaf-summer-2026] LISTEN HERE:  * Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amazingly-af-mother-daughter-podcast/id1854897144] * Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5OeHMcREm7F64tdJ3uZA0W]

19. Ditched the Drink with Heather Lowe: Confidence, Coaching & Going Alcohol-Free

Heather Lowe, sober coach and the voice behind Ditched the Drink, joined us for this honest and powerful conversation. Heather is also Jaime's fabulous Business Coach. Heather shares her story from growing up in a heavy drinking culture in Wisconsin to navigating life, career, and motherhood, and how alcohol slowly became something she relied on to cope and soften the pressure. Her journey is incredibly relatable. From questioning her drinking early on to years of high-functioning habits and internal struggle, she opens up about what it actually took to change and why it’s not always one big “rock bottom” moment. We also talk about the power of coaching, learning how to feel your feelings, and building confidence and self-trust without alcohol. Heather now helps women feel less alone on this journey and shows what’s possible when you have the right support. This episode is honest, emotional, and a powerful reminder that you’re not alone and that a better life is possible. CONNECT WITH HEATHER * Instagram: @ditchedthedrink [https://www.instagram.com/ditchedthedrink/] * Website:https://www.ditchedthedrink.com/ [https://www.ditchedthedrink.com/] CONNECT WITH JAIME: * Website + 7-Days to Sparkle Program: https://amazinglyalcoholfree.com [https://amazinglyalcoholfree.com/] * Instagram: https://instagram.com/amazinglyalcoholfree [https://instagram.com/amazinglyalcoholfree] * Sign Up for Jaime's Weekly Newsletter [https://amazinglyaf.myflodesk.com/newsletter] WORK WITH JAIME * Fill out a 1:1 Private Coaching Application  [https://forms.gle/Z1xVPf9wfEofZLNh9] * Join The Confidence Club [https://amazinglyaf.myflodesk.com/confidenceclub] LISTEN HERE:  * Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amazingly-af-mother-daughter-podcast/id1854897144] * Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5OeHMcREm7F64tdJ3uZA0W]

18. Jaime and Jules on Down Days

Not every day feels good  and that’s totally normal. In this episode, Jaime and Jules talk about what it looks like to move through down days without turning to alcohol. After a great family trip, Jules found herself feeling off, emotional, and even craving a drink. Instead of giving in, she used simple tools to shift her mindset and take care of herself. We talk about about cravings, emotions, and what to do when you’re not feeling your best. CONNECT WITH JAIME: * Website + 7-Days to Sparkle Program: https://amazinglyalcoholfree.com [https://amazinglyalcoholfree.com/] * Instagram: https://instagram.com/amazinglyalcoholfree [https://instagram.com/amazinglyalcoholfree] * Sign Up for Jaime's Weekly Newsletter [https://amazinglyaf.myflodesk.com/newsletter] WORK WITH JAIME * Fill out a 1:1 Private Coaching Application  [https://forms.gle/Z1xVPf9wfEofZLNh9] * Join The Confidence Club [https://amazinglyaf.myflodesk.com/confidenceclub] LISTEN HERE:  * Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amazingly-af-mother-daughter-podcast/id1854897144] * Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5OeHMcREm7F64tdJ3uZA0W]