80 - How to Make Friendship Fun as a Busy Working Mom
In this week's episode, Katelyn sits down with photographer, mom of two, and natural community-builder Brooke, for a heartfelt conversation about what it really looks like to work, parent, and stay connected through every season of working motherhood. Brooke shares honestly about navigating a career with fluctuating busy seasons, balancing weekend work with family life, and communicating needs at home—especially during intense work seasons. She talks about how she and her husband have learned to share responsibilities, let go of perfection, and trust each other's way of doing things. But what really makes this conversation special is Brooke's other superpower: creating community. Whether she's organizing a fall hangout, sending the cutest invite, or simply texting friends to join her for a walk, Brooke shows how building friendships doesn't have to be elaborate (unless you want it to be)—it can be simple, intentional, and doable for even the busiest working mom. If you're a working mom trying to build a village, wanting fresh ideas for friendship, or simply trying to manage life during your own busy season, this conversation will give you so many ideas, big and small. ========================== 🔗 Links & Resources: ========================== Brooke Lehenbauer Photography Learn more about coaching with Katelyn @francescaphyscology Instagram ========================== 📲 Stay Connected! ========================== 💌 Join my email list for weekly coaching tips & other resources ➡️ Subscribe to Working Mom Wednesday newsletter 📸 Follow me on Instagram for working mom inspo ➡️https://www.instagram.com/lovemothernurture/ 🤝 Connect with me on LinkedIn ➡️https://www.linkedin.com/in/katelyndenning/ New episodes drop every Tuesday! Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. And if this episode made you rethink about how you balance work and life as a working mom, send it to a friend!
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79 - When You Care for Others at Work and at Home
If you've ever felt the weight of caring for everyone—your team, your patients, your kids, your household—this conversation is for you. In this week's episode, I sit down with my friend Elise, a full-time physician, mom of two, whose workdays and home life both revolve around caregiving in different, equally demanding ways. Elise shares what it's really like to spend your day caring for patients and then come home to the second shift of caring for your family—and how she tries to stay grounded through it all. We talk about: the emotional load of being a caregiver in your career and at home, how she "shifts gears" between those two versions of herself, the compressed 5–8 p.m. window that can feel like a sprint, the boundaries that help her leave work at work (most days), and how she stays connected to her husband despite two very demanding careers. Elise also gets honest about dinner stress, finding time for herself, and what she's learning about letting go of perfection in favor of what actually works. It's warm, real, and full of those "oh good, it's not just me" moments we all need. ========================== 🔗 Links & Resources: ========================== Episode 10 - Say Goodbye to Last-Minute Dinner Stress Elise uses a Blue Sky Planner Learn more about coaching for working moms ========================== 📲 Stay Connected! ========================== 💌 Join my email list for weekly coaching tips & other resources ➡️ Subscribe to Working Mom Wednesday newsletter 📸 Follow me on Instagram for working mom inspo ➡️https://www.instagram.com/lovemothernurture/ 🤝 Connect with me on LinkedIn ➡️https://www.linkedin.com/in/katelyndenning/ New episodes drop every Tuesday! Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. And if this episode made you rethink about how you balance work and life as a working mom, send it to a friend!
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78 - Work, Kids, and What We're Not Doing
In this conversation with my friend and neighbor, Lauren, we talk about something so many working moms wrestle with: the pressure to do it all. We get honest about what it looks like to set boundaries in your real life, how we decide what we're not doing, how we protect our time, and how we lean on each other and our support systems to make work and family life sustainable. If you've been feeling stretched thin, or like you're carrying more than you actually want to be carrying, this episode is a reminder that you get to choose. You're allowed to say no. And you're allowed to create a life that has room for you in it. Listen in for practical examples, real-world conversation, and permission to take something off your plate. ========================== 🔗 Links & Resources: ========================== Download the Working Mom's Ultimate Guide to Getting Things Done ========================== 📲 Stay Connected! ========================== 💌 Join my email list for weekly coaching tips & other resources ➡️ Subscribe to Working Mom Wednesday newsletter 📸 Follow me on Instagram for working mom inspo ➡️https://www.instagram.com/lovemothernurture/ 🤝 Connect with me on LinkedIn ➡️https://www.linkedin.com/in/katelyndenning/ New episodes drop every Tuesday! Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. And if this episode made you rethink about how you balance work and life as a working mom, send it to a friend!
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77 - What We've Learned After 10+ Years of Working & Parenting Through the Holidays
The holidays are coming — and if you're already feeling the mental load of planning, gifting, scheduling, and making it all magical, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Katelyn and her guest Colleen talk about how to approach the holidays with more intention and less overwhelm. You'll learn practical ways to simplify your to-do list, set boundaries around your time and energy, and create a holiday season that actually feels good — not just looks good. Plus, they share real-life examples of how working moms can make things easier, what to let go of, and so much more. If you want this holiday season to feel lighter, calmer, and more meaningful, this episode will help you get there. ========================== 🔗 Links & Resources: ========================== Get your ticket to Stress Less This Holiday ========================== 📲 Stay Connected! ========================== 💌 Join my email list for weekly coaching tips & other resources ➡️ Subscribe to Working Mom Wednesday newsletter 📸 Follow me on Instagram for working mom inspo ➡️https://www.instagram.com/lovemothernurture/ 🤝 Connect with me on LinkedIn ➡️https://www.linkedin.com/in/katelyndenning/ New episodes drop every Tuesday! Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. And if this episode made you rethink about how you balance work and life as a working mom, send it to a friend!
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76 - Working Mom on the Move: Lessons from a Seasoned Traveler
In this episode, we're talking about the real-life logistics of being a working mom who travels — and how communication and help make it all possible. My former manager, who showed me the ropes when it comes to work travel, shares how her career has taken her on the road for years, and what she's learned about staying connected with her family while she's away. From managing calendars to planning ahead (and letting go of perfection), we dive into what it really takes to leave your family. We also talk about how asking for help isn't a weakness — it's a strategy. Whether it's coordinating with your partner, leaning on friends, or being upfront with your employer, clear communication and support are what keep things running smoothly. If you've ever packed a suitcase while double-checking the school lunch menu, this episode will remind you that you're not alone — and that there's no one right way to make it all work. ========================== 🔗 Links & Resources: ========================== Get your ticket to Stress Less This Holiday on November 6th ========================== 📲 Stay Connected! ========================== 💌 Join my email list for weekly coaching tips & other resources ➡️ Subscribe to Working Mom Wednesday newsletter 📸 Follow me on Instagram for working mom inspo ➡️https://www.instagram.com/lovemothernurture/ 🤝 Connect with me on LinkedIn ➡️https://www.linkedin.com/in/katelyndenning/ New episodes drop every Tuesday! Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. And if this episode made you rethink about how you balance work and life as a working mom, send it to a friend!
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