Is it just me, or does summer always seem to fly by faster than it should? You start the season with all the best intentions—pool days, slow evenings on the porch, maybe even a spontaneous road trip—but before you know it, you're staring down August wondering where the time went. If you’ve ever felt that tension between wanting to be more present with your kids and still keeping up with the rest of life, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing the simple summer rhythm that’s helped me sto...
Jun 26, 2025•26 min
Have you ever had a routine or system that used to work beautifully… and then suddenly, it just doesn’t? In this Memos in the Margins episode, we’re talking about what to do when a once-reliable rhythm starts falling apart—and how to figure out where the breakdown is happening without burning the whole thing to the ground. If you’ve struggled with knowing something is off with one of your routines or systems but don’t know how to fix it, this episode will give you clarity to find the “break” and...
Jun 24, 2025•20 min
Do you feel like you’re constantly behind, no matter how much you get done? If your brain is juggling a hundred tabs and you’re trying to hold everything together—business, home, motherhood—this episode is for you! We’re talking about the real reason you feel maxed out, why burnout isn’t a sign of failure, and how to reset when your capacity feels tapped out. I’m sharing a powerful coaching moment that uncovered something many of us feel—like we’re behind and failing, when really, we’re just car...
Jun 19, 2025•26 min
In this Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing what a full weekend hosting a guest taught me about our current rhythms—and how it confirmed just how life-giving a little margin can be. We’re talking about how I’m planning for spontaneity in our schedule, building in time to say yes to last-minute adventures and what new rhythms I'm building into our summer bucket list as a result. If you’re craving more space for joy, this episode will give you a practical and encouraging nudge. It’s not abou...
Jun 17, 2025•31 min
What happens when you stop trying to keep up—and start building a life that actually fits? In this episode, I’m joined by TEDx speaker, 9x author, and top podcast host Stephanie May Wilson, who shares the behind-the-scenes of her family’s bold move from Nashville to Spain with twin toddlers and how it completely reset their rhythms, priorities, and perspective. We’re diving into what she learned about living simply-especially as a mom and entrepreneur and the encouragement we ALL need for anyone...
Jun 12, 2025•1 hr 3 min
What if your weekly schedule made space for fun just because? In this Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing a peek into our current Friday Funday rhythm—why we started it, how it’s been a game-changer for our homeschool flow, and what it looks like to carve out intentional time for adventure with just me and the kids (even while running a business). I’m walking you through how we manage to get out the door early even with 3 little ones and a routine that usually doesn’t demand it—and how we’...
Jun 10, 2025•17 min
In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at a recent business trip—and some of the powerful mindset shifts that came with it! We’re talking about the real work that happens before success shows up on the outside, and what it takes to become the version of yourself who can actually hold the next level of growth in life and business. I’m also diving into a moment on the plane (in the middle of multiple travel delays!) that forced me to take what I’d learned ...
Jun 05, 2025•24 min
Have you ever gone on vacation only to realize it takes days to actually unwind-only to finally relax…and it’s already time to head home? If you're an entrepreneur mom who’s struggled to truly rest on vacation-or who dreads the exhausting “re-entry” back into work and home life-this episode is for you. In this short and real-time behind-the-scenes chat, I’m sharing the simple rhythm I tried on my most recent trip that completely changed how rested I felt and how quickly I was able to get back in...
May 29, 2025•15 min
If you’ve ever felt like marketing your business means being glued to your phone 24/7 or burning out trying to keep up, this episode is for you! Today I’m chatting with my friend Addy Lopes, a marketing genius who has mastered the art of building a business that works with motherhood—not against it. She is sharing how to simplify your marketing in a way that honors your energy, time, and values to grow sustainably without sacrificing your peace or presence with your family. As an introvert and m...
May 22, 2025•54 min
In this Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing practical tips for how entrepreneur moms can prepare to truly rest and unplug during vacation. You’ll hear how to set yourself up for success by front-loading work, creating space to disconnect, and building in small buffers that help you relax without the guilt. I also share a powerful mindset shift about recognizing when a busy week is a purposeful sprint (not burnout) so you can reframe overwhelm and protect your energy. If you’re struggling w...
May 20, 2025•15 min
It’s time for another REPORT episode—my monthly check-in where I share what I’ve been Reading, Eating, Playing, Obsessing, Recommending, and Treating. These episodes are such a fun way to reflect on the rhythms, routines, and simple joys that are shaping this season, and you guys have told me how much you love the peek behind the scenes! In this month’s roundup, I’m sharing our new favorite weekday tradition, a few screen time shifts that have made a big difference in our home, and some simple w...
May 15, 2025•32 min
Have you ever said yes to something with the best intentions—only to realize later that your capacity just wasn’t there anymore? In this honest Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing a real-time behind-the-scenes moment where I had to make a decision to step back from something I had planned for. Between business and motherhood, my week filled up fast, and even though I technically had time, I didn’t have the mental or emotional margin to do it well. If you’re a mom or business owner learning...
May 13, 2025•19 min
Do you wish you could be more intentional with your money—but don’t know where to start as a busy mom and business owner? This episode is extra special because I’m joined by one of my real-life friends, Patience Axmann, for a conversation around one of the most requested topics: budgeting. And let me tell you, if there’s anyone who inspires me in this area, it’s Patience and her husband Nathan. From running multiple businesses with little ones underfoot to paying off their home by the age of 23 ...
May 08, 2025•58 min
Do you ever feel weirdly proud of being the one who “does it all”? Or maybe a little guilty when you finally slow down? In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, we’re talking about the badge of busyness—what it looks like when hustle becomes your default, and how that might be keeping you stuck in a cycle of chronic overwhelm. I’m opening up about the moments I’ve fallen into this trap myself, what I’ve noticed in clients, and why it can be so hard to break free even when we know it’s not sustai...
May 06, 2025•25 min
Have you ever felt like if you just had a little more time, everything would finally fall into place? For so long, I thought the problem was that I just needed more time. But what I really needed? Rhythms. In this episode, I’m sharing a raw, behind-the-scenes story from one of the most chaotic moments in my own motherhood and business journey—and the shift that changed everything for me. We’ll talk about what it really takes to move from survival mode to sustainable rhythms, so you can experienc...
May 01, 2025•32 min
In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, we’re talking about “productivity pit stops” and how to build them into your life. I’m sharing my experience with all-or-nothing productivity, rest cycles and how this has been sneaking into my life in a new way recently. I’ll walk you through what I’m currently doing to change this mentality and the rest systems that have helped me steward work and rest well. If you’re tired of feeling like you have to “earn” rest, I pray this episode encourages you! Hug...
Apr 29, 2025•16 min
If you're constantly “on” and wondering why slowing down feels so hard, you are going to love this conversation. I’m joined by Carly Kirk, a licensed therapist, mom of (almost) three and co-owner of The Well Counseling Center in Katy, TX. Carly is passionate about helping others find hope and healing and she’s here to talk about something so many moms wrestle with: the inability to truly rest, even when things seem to be running smoothly on the outside. In this episode, Carly is helping us unpac...
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Have you ever felt like pushing through and just hustling harder is the only way to actually accomplish everything you have on your plate?! In this episode, I’m diving into the burnout cycle I used to live in—the one where I’d go all in, burn out, retreat, and start all over again…again and again and again. I’m sharing how I’ve recently realized where this pattern kept showing up in both my business and motherhood, and we’re chatting all about what I did to finally get out of that continuous loo...
Apr 18, 2025•17 min
Are you juggling motherhood, business and home life ending the day overwhelmed and feeling like you got nothing done? In today’s episode, I’m bringing on one of my incredible students, Jill Garza—a fellow mom and entrepreneur who went from reactive and exhausted to calm, proactive and present in her days. Jill shares how she and her husband went from spending nearly $2,000 a month on takeout just to survive to saving over $1,500 a month with simple systems that actually work. We dive into the rh...
Apr 17, 2025•44 min
Ever feel like no matter how much you get done, it’s never enough? Like you’re checking off boxes all day long but still ending the day exhausted and behind? As moms balancing business, home, and everything in between, it’s so easy to believe the lie that we should always be doing more. And when we can't keep up, we start to question if something is wrong with us. In this episode, we’re CELEBRATING the podcast officially being in the world for ONE WHOLE YEAR (can you even believe that?!) and I’m...
Apr 15, 2025•37 min
Ever catch yourself wondering WHY does it feel like I’m always behind on business, home and everything in between? I should know how to do this by now. As moms, we feel the constant pressure to “do it all” without dropping a single ball. If you’ve been quietly carrying the weight of overwhelm, feeling behind, or wondering why everyone else seems to have it figured out, you’re not alone, my friend. In this episode, I’m calling out one of the most common lies that keep moms stuck in burnout and co...
Apr 10, 2025•29 min
Welcome, friend, to another Memos in the Margins episode where we’re talking about the one ingredient that actually leads to real, lasting change—especially in the thick of motherhood. If you’ve ever found yourself snapping at your kids, running on empty, and unsure how to shift into a version of motherhood that actually feels life-giving, this episode will speak right to that. We’re digging into what it really takes to move from survival mode to a season of balance as a wife, mom and business o...
Apr 08, 2025•19 min
Have you ever found something so simple yet so life-giving that you can’t stop talking about it? That’s exactly what my monthly R.E.P.O.R.T. episodes are all about! I’m sharing what I’ve been reading, eating, playing, obsessing over, recommending and treating myself to lately. If you love hearing how other moms are embracing joy in this season, you’re going to love this episode! In this month's episode, I’m sharing something that has been HUGELY blessing our marriage, a Starbucks coffee recipe d...
Apr 04, 2025•34 min
Birthdays used to feel like a marathon in our house with so much excitement, planning, and honestly, so much overwhelm. In the early years of motherhood, I found myself going all out, trying to make birthdays as magical as possible, only to end up completely drained by the time it was all over. With multiple kids, it started feeling like birthday celebrations stretched on for weeks and I knew something had to change. In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing how we’ve created a birthd...
Apr 01, 2025•21 min
Have you ever wondered how to make homeschooling feel less overwhelming and more like a natural part of your daily life? Today, I’m chatting with Lyndsey Mimnagh of Treehouse Schoolhouse, a homeschool mom of four who has built a beautiful rhythm of learning in her home. With a background in children’s ministry and special needs education, Lyndsey brings so much wisdom to this conversation, sharing how she balances homeschooling with running a thriving business. In this episode, we’re diving into...
Mar 27, 2025•55 min
Sometimes the lessons we need most come in the middle of everyday motherhood—like managing a toddler meltdown over a stuffed animal. In this episode, I’m reflecting on the unexpected ways life has been teaching, stretching, and refining me in this season of motherhood. We’re also talking about the fact that you’ll never get what you want if you don’t ask for it. It doesn’t mean you’ll always get a yes, but not asking at all guarantees a no. This simple truth had me reflecting on where I’ve been ...
Mar 25, 2025•15 min
Does adding more structure to your days feel like it would just add more stress? Maybe you love the idea of routines but worry that scheduling everything will leave you feeling stuck or overwhelmed. As a mom, some days just don’t go as planned, and the idea of sticking to a set schedule can feel impossible. But what if I told you that having structure actually gives you more freedom? In today’s episode, inspired by a listener’s question, I’m sharing how to create flexible structure in your days ...
Mar 20, 2025•31 min
In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing a simple habit I DON’T do daily—but really need to—and why I’m finally making it a priority (with a little help from you for accountability!). Plus, a late-night Walmart run that reminded me how small routines can make a big difference in mom life. I’m also talking about a simple yet powerful tool I turn to whenever my mind starts spiraling with all the endless to-dos. This strategy helps me reset, refocus, and avoid getting stuck in overwhelm...
Mar 18, 2025•14 min
You know that task on your to-do list that keeps getting pushed off, even though you know it would simplify your life in the long run? Decluttering can often feel like a never-ending task that is always lurking in the background. Finding time to clear the clutter when you’re already juggling kids, home and maybe even a business can feel impossible. That’s why I’m so excited to have Emily McDermott on the show today! Emily is a wife, mom of two boys and the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, wher...
Mar 14, 2025•46 min
In today’s Memo in the Margins episode, my husband Mat joins me as we unpack why we were out at 10 PM with all three kids (not our norm!) and recap a whirlwind weekend of family, chaos, and the cutest little flower girls. We’re also diving into the “it takes a village” conversation—how we’ve built a strong support system over the last five years of parenting, why community matters so much, and how you can create it even without family nearby. If you’ve ever longed for deeper connections or just ...
Mar 11, 2025•15 min
