Balanced Mamas Podcast

Burnout as a Mom- How to prevent it, manage it and get out of it

Burnout in motherhood is something we will all experience, whether you are a working mom or stay at home. This episode is one I am very passionate about. I spent some time researching some solid, helpful material that's worth listening to along with my own experience of managing it.

The Power of Female Friendships in Motherhood

This episode dives into the power of female friendships- they are a lifeline for us as women, whether or not you are a mom this relationships can help guide us through life and even impact our overall health. This episode discusses how to build an intimate friendship where you feel so connected you can share anything with that person. We also dive into when it's time to let go of a friendship along with the overall positive impact these people can make in our lives.

Cultivating Joy, Clarity and Purpose through the Power of Awe

This episode has excited me the most. I had a personal experience on a hike and I was eager to learn more about what I was feeling. There is new and exciting science that proves the power of awe decreases inflammation, connects us to those around us physically and emotionally, it has been scientificially proven to cultivate joy, purpose and clarity. You don't need to climb a mountain to experience the power of awe. There are simple ways of bringing this power into our every day lives.

Low Moods as a Mom- how to pull ourselves out of low moods and prevent moods from spiraling

This episode sheds light on the reality of low moods as a mom. I share some tips about how to pull yourself out of a low mood and prevent them from spiraling. As a mom of 2 young kids I recently have struggled with maintaining joy, I find myself in more low moods than ever before. Trust me when I say I need to take my own advice! This is a balance of friendly reminders with sprinkles of research which provides concrete tools/practices to help low moods last a short while so we can bounce back.

Struggling with Mental Health- One mom's journey and advice

You are not alone if you are or have struggled with your mental health as a mom. In fact if you haven't I think you may not be from this Earth! This episode is with Podcast creators best friend, Jessica Eikenberry. She shares her personal journey towards a happier individual, mom and wife. We discuss the hard stuff in this one, from the difficult decision to get medical help to the feelings of loneliness that motherhood can bring on.