The Motherhood Experience

From New Age to New Life with Doreen Virtue

One of the most unique episodes of the podcast to date where I visit with Doreen Virtue. Once, she was the top authority and influencer in all things New Age, now she has serving Jesus as her top priority in life. Listening to her story was fascinating and hearing how she reflects on her motherhood journey really tugged at my heart strings. If you're curious about things like vision boards, yoga, or how one becomes involved in New Age at all - this episode will hit on all of those topics and then some! Connect with Doreen: * Visit Doreen's ⁠Website⁠⁠ [https://servantsofgrace.org/doreen-virtue/#] * Follow her on ⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/Brigittedonoho/]Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/doreenvirtue/] * New Age is Old Age Book on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/New-Age-Old-Deception-Comparing-ebook/dp/B0GGXJD7X8/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1PPPWO4286KS2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Jq0cmMEkKV6Qt7dE1p2H0MB8unJecTU_xF2hM2f-_u0uurCQRsCV-xmfoNMCkOe4r471M9Y0kdxzkVUYucOx9mC6ODYAXHl3uibHZNFDxfJLpkYj3pRQloQSyCs1_xYOFjd65xsIcSd5Jfn9ESlhtRa8r5r_oXlAt5x-GRxm0ex7QCstn7Umlk01fgJoDbHgKKBVCa8P7S7zY7-uatGkLIPynOt7wZ_kyLo7f9vw684.8wpSG_SpfHlucf3nbXDK3conzE3onqEDpEHCLm4OgJI&dib_tag=se&keywords=doreen+virtue&qid=1781583421&s=digital-text&sprefix=doreen+virtue%2Cdigital-text%2C179&sr=1-9] * From Counterfeit to Christ [https://a.co/d/bzlSCin] Book ____________________ Want to be a guest on The Motherhood Experience? Send Val Kleppen a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1758742098661627c9cc46f40

When Motherhood Meets Music with Brigitte Donoho

This episode of the podcast with Brigitte Donoho was such a fantastic, fun, friendly conversation! Turns out we had a lot of the same experiences and tastes in life, and it was so fun to reminisce with Brigitte as she shared about her motherhood and her career in music. Brigitte is an award winning Songwriter, Recording Artist, Wife, Mom and Worship Leader. For the past 13 years, Brigitte has traveled with her family for ministry at worship events, youth rallies, ladies' retreats, conventions, television specials, and festivals. She currently lives in Michigan with her husband (her high school sweetheart) and homeschools their two teenage sons. Connect with Brigitte: * Visit Brigitte's Website⁠ [https://brigittedonoho.com/] * Follow her on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Brigittedonoho/] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/brigittedonoho] * Find Brigitte on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/brigittedonoho] ____________________ Want to be a guest on The Motherhood Experience? Send Val Kleppen a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1758742098661627c9cc46f40

Filling the Void of the Empty Nest with Clancy Denton

This week, I’m joined by Clancy Denton, co-host of the podcast The Loud Quiet, for a conversation about motherhood, transitional stages, and leaning into the "loud quiet" of life after grown children leave home. Clancy shares her own experience and how she and her husband started mentoring an entire community of empty nesters, both in-person and over the airwaves. Clancy talks about their book, as well, which would make an excellent gift for Father's Day, college move-in day, Mother's Day, or graduation! Connect with Clancy: * The Loud Quiet Website [https://theloudquiet.com/] * Find the Book [https://theloudquiet.com/book/] * Listen [https://podcast.theloudquiet.com/] to The Loud Quiet Podcast ____________________ Want to be a guest on The Motherhood Experience? Send Val Kleppen a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1758742098661627c9cc46f40

When Trauma Feels Like A Freight Train with Emily Cleghorn

This week, I’m joined by Emily Cleghorn, host of the podcast Mamahood After Trauma, for a conversation about motherhood, emotional wellbeing, and learning to move forward after difficult experiences. Emily shares about the ways unresolved trauma can unexpectedly surface in everyday life, sometimes feeling, as she describes it, “like a freight train”, especially within the already demanding and vulnerable season of parenting. Together, we talk about the emotional weight many mothers carry, the importance of self-awareness and support, and the ongoing process of healing while still showing up for your family. While this conversation touches on hard realities, it’s ultimately centered on resilience, growth, and the hope that healing is possible even in life’s most overwhelming seasons. Connect with Emily: * ⁠Mamahood After Trauma Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mamahood-after-trauma-trauma-informed-parenting-emotional/id1595350317] * On ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/emily.mamahoodaftertrauma] or Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/EmilyCMamahoodAfterTrauma/] * Emily's Website [https://mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/] ____________________ Want to be a guest on The Motherhood Experience? Send Val Kleppen a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1758742098661627c9cc46f40

Reading Between the Lines of Motherhood: Infertility & Adoption with Kim Patton

After struggling with infertility and unanswered questions, Kim Patton and her husband found themselves on an unexpected path to motherhood through adoption. In this episode, Kim shares the stark realities of infertility, the journey of adopting two sisters, and what it looks like to build a healthy open adoption relationship with their daughters’ birth mother. As the host of Book Therapy with Kim Patton, Kim now encourages foster and adoptive families through honest conversations, hope-filled stories, and a deep love of books. Together, we discuss the healing power of reading, why embracing our passions matters, and how purpose can emerge from seasons that once felt full of grief and uncertainty. This conversation is full of wisdom, encouragement, and hope for anyone walking through infertility, adoption, foster care, or the unexpected turns of motherhood. In This Episode: * Kim’s infertility journey and transition into adoption * Adopting two sisters and navigating open adoption * Building a relationship with a birth mother * The joys and challenges of adoptive parenting * How books and storytelling bring healing and connection * Encouragement for foster and adoptive parents * Embracing the passions that bring purpose and hope Connect with Kim: * Book Therapy with Kim Patton [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/book-therapy-with-kim-patton-encouraging-foster/id1627774110] * On Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kimpatton730/] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/authorkimpatton] * Find her authored books and more resources on her website [https://kimpatton.com/]! Bonus Resource: * Thriftbooks [https://www.thriftbooks.com/share/?code=cU57NMQVVJhyiWFSLiejbA%253d%253d] (you can thank me later) ⭐️ If You Loved This Episode Share it with a friend, leave a review, or send it to a mom who might need encouragement today. ____________________ Want to be a guest on The Motherhood Experience? Send Val Kleppen a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1758742098661627c9cc46f40