Thriving In Motherhood Podcast | Productivity, Planning, Family Systems, Time Management, Survival Mode, Mental Health, Vision

• 4 Foods I Cook From Scratch Every Week [Episode 373]

  If you’re a mom with a house full of hungry people, you already know: they eat all day long. And if you’re trying to cook more from scratch - whether to save money, reduce processed foods, or just feed your family real meals - you’ve probably hit that point where it feels overwhelming to keep up. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly what I cook from scratch every single week. This isn’t a big batch freezer meal plan or a Pinterest-worthy prep system. These are the simple things that fill in the gaps without taking tons of time or energy. You’ll hear: The 5 scratch-cooked staples I make every week (in under 10 minutes of active time each) How I build in leftovers during the week to make lunches easier Why this approach supports both independence and connection at home What it looks like to simplify food as part of the normalizing phase on the 5-step path from surviving to thriving.   If cooking from scratch feels impossible or you’re just tired of constantly figuring out what to feed everyone next, this episode is full of ideas to make it feel more doable and less draining. 📋 Grab the free Surviving to Thriving Checklist to see where you’re at on the 5-step path: 5 Step Path From Surviving to Thriving

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• Moving out of Endless Survival Mode with Chelsie Jenkins [Episode 372]

  What does it really look like to move out of endless survival mode? In this episode, I’m joined by Chelsie Jenkins, a mom of five who has weathered some of the most intense seasons life can bring: the loss of a child, cross-country moves, special needs caregiving, supporting a spouse through grad school, and more. Chelsie shares how, despite years of feeling like she was barely keeping her head above water, she began to shift her mindset, create sustainable systems, and prepare for her next big transition - adding a new baby and starting school - without spiraling back into chaos. As a founding member of the Surviving to Thriving Toolkit, Chelsie learned to: Recognize survival mode patterns Implement home systems in a way that worked with her capacity Involve her kids in meaningful ways Approach upcoming life changes with peace instead of panic If you’ve ever felt like you can’t catch a break, or like you’re failing at motherhood because everything feels so hard, this episode will offer real hope and show you how the Surviving to Thriving Toolkit can help you too.  

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• 5 Truths About Survival Mode [Episode 371]

  I’m just days away from entering the newborn phase with my fifth baby, and as we prepare for all the unknowns ahead, I’ve been reflecting on the lessons that have carried me through over the last 12 years of motherhood. In this episode, I’m sharing five truths I’m reminding myself of right now. Truths I’ve leaned on through moves, healths challenges, grief, and growing a family. If you’re in a hard season too, I hope these offer you the same lifeline they’ve offered me. I talk about: The mindset shifts that completely changed how I experience hard days One powerful question that helped me stop spiraling and start healing What I now expect when everything feels like it’s falling apart A moment that proved I’m never walking through this alone The hardest truth to accept, but the one that’s brought the most growth You don’t have to wait for life to calm down to feel better. There are simple things that can help right now! You’re not alone. And even in the middle of hard, there’s still so good ahead. If this episode was helpful and you're in a survival season, I’d love to invite you to check out the Surviving to Thriving Toolkit. It’s full of encouragement, practical things you can do today, and support for every phase of the journey—whether you’re just trying to make it through the day or starting to build something more.  

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• 13 Lessons Learned From Pregnancy #5 [Episode 370]

  I’ve been through five pregnancies and honestly, none of them have been easy. But this one surprised me. Yes, there were hard days, but something was different. I wasn’t drowning in the way I had in the past. In fact, I’ve found myself feeling grateful, even in the middle of the hard.  And I believe anyone, pregnant or not, can experience the same shift.  In this episode, I’m talking about some simple mindset shifts, practical tools, and totally unexpected lessons that made this season feel lighter, more joyful, and even productive. If you’ve ever wondered: How do I keep moving forward when I feel stuck in survival mode? Is it possible to thrive in a season where I can barely function? Can I actually enjoy life when everything feels hard? …this episode is for you!  

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• Homeschooling You Are Doing It Right Just By Doing It with Ginny [Episode 369]

  Today on the podcast, I’m talking with Ginny Yurich from 1000 Hours Outside all about her : new book Homeschooling: You’re Doing It Right Just By Doing It.  But we go way beyond homeschooling — into faith, resilience, growth, and how to stop feeling behind. If you’ve ever questioned your path as a parent, homeschooler, or entrepreneur — this conversation will remind you: You’re more capable than you think. Wherever you’re at — whether homeschooling, building a life that works for your family, or figuring it out as you go — I hope this gives you some encouragement and permission to trust your path. Resources we mentioned:  Ginny’s website: 1000 Hours Outside  Follow along on Instagram: @1000hoursoutside Her new book Homeschooling: You’re Doing It Right Just by Doing It: Grab it here

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