In a culture trying to sell us the lie that we should be anything but “just a mom”, Joy Filled exists to come alongside you and help you thrive in this season at home and experience the fullness of joy in the simplicity of homemaking and raising a family. The early years of motherhood are hard, but they’re so so good. I’m determined to give these ‘good old days’ everything I’ve got and I’m bringing you along with me.
We’ll host honest conversations on faith, motherhood, homemaking, and everything in between. My prayer is that you leave encouraged in Christ, equipped to carry the weight of motherhood with joy, and reminded of the truth that God has given you everything you need to steward your arrows well.
There is so much joy here. Let’s experience it together.
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Today we say goodbye. Thank you for 4 amazing years of The Joy Filled Podcast. It’s been the unexpected adventure of a lifetime and I’m forever grateful. CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM JOIN THE NOTICERS CLUB The Joy Filled Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
In case you missed it, last week I shared a big announcement - The Joy Filled Podcast will be coming to an end. Today I wanted to share a little more in depth about how I came to this decision and some of the ways I heard from the Lord through this decision making process to hopefully give you more clarity and encourage you if you’re also in the middle of making a big life decision. CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM JOIN THE NOTICERS CLUB The Joy Filled Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Ne...
Today we’re celebrating 4 years of The Joy Filled Podcast! I have some things on my heart I want to share with you about what I've learned over the last four years and I have an announcement to share with you, so stick around to the end so you don’t miss that! CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM JOIN THE NOTICERS CLUB Check out Sunbasket: gobble.com/JOYFILLED The Joy Filled Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org Advertising Inquiries:...
With the rise of the “homemaker revolution” on social media and the homemaking aesthetic of pretty dresses, beautiful kitchens, and freshly baked sourdough comes *lots* of different feelings - am I right? While it’s a beautiful thing to be inspired by so many amazing women who do a wonderful job of sharing their homemaking, it can also leave you wondering, am I doing this right? Am I really a homemaker if my reality doesn’t look like that. Here’s the thing - I love the homemaker aesthetic. I thi...
Let’s chat morning routines! My morning routine is constantly evolving depending on the season of life we’re in, the ages and stages of my kids, and what I need most but today I’m giving you a look at what my mornings have looked like lately and how I take a “plan with grace” approach to my routines. From what I do to set myself up to success to the homeschool schedule that’s working best for us right now, I’m sharing all things mornings with you in this episode. CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM JOIN THE NO...
It’s time for another Couch Chats entry! Tune in as I share what our life looks like these days, what’s new, all that’s changed this year, and what God has been teaching me lately. CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM JOIN THE NOTICERS CLUB This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/JOY and get on your way to being your best self. Check out Sunbasket: gobble.com/JOYFILLED The Joy Filled Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information v...
One of the things that freed me up the most in my motherhood journey was realizing that I don't always have to LIKE every single part of being a mom. I don’t have to like the 3 am wake up calls and poop accidents and toddler attitudes in order to do this job joyfully. If nobody’s ever told you that, let me be the first to fill you in on this secret - loving motherhood and doing it joyfully doesn’t mean you have to like every single part of it! Let’s just be real, nobody likes every single part o...
How can we see God even in the messy mundane moments of motherhood? The answer might be more simple than you think. See, it’s easy to feel far from God in this season of life – you’re busy, you’re tired, you hardly have a moment to yourself these days. But God’s Word promises us that if we seek Him, we will find Him. The more we look for Him, the more we’ll begin to see evidence of His goodness all over our lives. Yes, even in the chaos and the mess. FULL SHOW NOTES CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM JOIN THE...
I’m so excited to introduce you to Courtney Joseph Fallick! Courtney is a mom, writer, founder of Women Living Well and author of her newest book, Still Standing. In her book, Courtney walks us through the darkest season of her life and how she was able to walk with God through it. She wrote this book for anyone who is walking through a dark season trying to find peace when there is none or joy when life is not enjoyable. It’s for anyone walking through unexpected grief or heartache, to give you...
It’s back to school season! Today I wanted to take some time to talk about back to school and all that this season brings. In my own life, I’ve noticed that this time of year can easily become a time where comparison takes root if I’m not careful, and I’m guessing I'm not the only one. So today I want to give you some encouragement, some scripture to pray over yourself, and some practical things you can do if you find yourself falling into comparison this time of year. FULL SHOW NOTES CONNECT ON...
Today we’re joined by author and founder of The Peaceful Press, Jennifer Pepito. Jennifer has a passion for equipping families to homeschool in a way that is developmentally appropriate, spiritually nourishing, and based on proven methods of education. She doesn’t want you just to homeschool. She wants to help you enjoy the homeschooling journey and learn with your children in ways that build connected families. Jennifer shares with us about her newest book, Habits for a Sacred Home, which teach...
Have you been dreaming of starting a business, podcast, or creative pursuit of some kind? You’re in luck, because today we’re joined by the gal behind all things marketing at Glamour Farms, Haley Klockenga! Haley shares her story of how she took a chance and brought the idea of a podcast to her bosses and what eventually led to her being the host of the popular podcast for Christian women, Glamour Farms The Podcast. Haley’s story is one of taking chances, shooting your shot, and not letting grea...
Today is such a special day because it’s my oldest’s 6th birthday which also means I’ve been a mom for SIX whole years! On one hand I’m not sure how it’s already been six years and on the other hand I’m not sure how it’s only been six years! Such is life, right? In honor of my “mom birthday”, I thought it’d be fun to share six of my favorite lessons I’ve learned in motherhood over the last six years. CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM FULL SHOW NOTES JOIN THE NOTICERS CLUB Advertising Inquiries: https://redci...
Let’s chat!! It’s been a minute since we’ve had a couch chat and we are long overdue so get cozy while I update you on all the things that have been going on in my life lately. If you came to my house and sat on my couch and asked me “how’s life?”, this is how I’d answer! TW: I do talk about miscarriage in this episode - no details, just my experience navigating grief and what I’m doing to find joy and hope amidst the heartache. As always, my goal is to encourage you and I know so many of you wh...
I am so excited for you to hear from my friend Diane Boden from The Minimalist Moms Podcast today! Diane and I share about how living more minimally has impacted our motherhood, we talk about what it looks like to be intentional about all our purchases, what to do when your kids have accumulated too much stuff, and we even dive into holidays & birthdays. Diane makes minimalism feel simple and attainable for everyone, which is why I know you’re going to love her! CONNECT WITH DIANE CONNECT WI...
If you’re tired today, this one’s for you. I got to sit down with the incredible Jess Connolly and have an honest and real conversation surrounding her new book, Tired of Being Tired . Jess and I talk about why we, as women especially, wear tired as a badge of honor, how we got so tired in the first place, how to identify what kind of tired you are, and most importantly - the good news that we don’t actually have to live tired. Jesus came to give us a better way and soul deep rest is ours to enj...
Gals who love control - this one’s for you. Tara Sun, author of Surrender Your Story and host of Truth Talks with Tara is joining us today to talk all things surrender and control. From surrendering dreams and timelines, to motherhood, to how to let go and trust God, to the beauty and power of surrender - we pretty much cover it all and I can’t wait for you to listen in today. CONNECT WITH TARA CONNECT WITH JENNA JOY FILLED ON IG Check out Armoire and use my code JOYFILLED for up to 50% off: www...
This week I’m sharing with you some of the best ways I have found to stay connected to God and grow your relationship with Him, even in the trenches of the early years of motherhood. These years take a lot out of us moms, but when we partner with God and prioritize our relationship with Him, we can thrive and find joy in every season of motherhood. CONNECT WITH JENNA JOY FILLED ON IG Check out Armoire and use my code JOYFILLED for up to 50% off: www.armoire.style/JOYFILLED Advertising Inquiries:...
Today we have the absolute honor of getting to hear from Courtney Doctor, Director of the Gospel Coalition and Author of From Garden to Glory - How Understanding God’s Story Changes Yours. In this episode, we discuss how looking at the Bible as a true narrative changes our faith and allows us a deeper understanding of God’s Word and the part we play in His story here and now. Courtney shares so much Bibilica wisdom and also some really great practical resources for reading and studying the Bible...
Ohh, social media… We hate to love it and we love to hate it, BUT I believe that God can redeem it for His glory when we partner with Him to set boundaries and create a healthy relationship with it. So today, I’m sharing with you how you can walk in freedom from the comparison cycle that is so easy to fall into on social media, stop doom scrolling, and have practical tools in your back pocket for anytime comparison tries to sneak into your mind. CONNECT WITH JENNA JOY FILLED ON IG Check out Armo...
Tara Dew is joining us today to talk about living a joy filled life that is rooted in Christ. In Tara’s new book, Overflowing Joy , she walks us through Jesus’ teaching of the vine and the branches in John 15. Tara teaches us what that means and what it looks like to practically abide in Him so that our joy can be complete. We talk about gratitude and how that unlocks so much joy and cantonment in this life, living rooted in joy even in the early years of motherhood, and the great calling of rai...
Today we’re talking all things solo parenting! If you have a husband that travels for work or works long shifts, this one’s for you. Solo parenting weeks are HARD. Handling the load of home & kids & dinners & activities & all the things full time when you’re used to sharing it with your husband is HARD. Doing bedtime with crying kids who miss their daddy is HARD. But, good news friend, even here.. There is joy to be found and I’m gonna give you my best tips for making those times...
Today we’re talking about whole body health with the lovely Heather Brown. Heather shares her story of postpartum depression and how that was the catalyst to her realizing the importance of not just physical health, but whole body health in our minds, bodies, and spirits. We talk about some of our favorite health deep dives and she also shares some great advice on how to start small and ditch the all or nothing mentality when it comes to your health goals. CONNECT WITH JENNA JOY FILLED ON IG Adv...
Erica Campbell joins us today for a discussion on embracing the seasons of motherhood. Erica is a business owner and mom of 3 who is no stranger to the ups and downs of seasons in life and she gives so much encouragement and wisdom on how to lean into the season you’re in, listen to the prompting to slow down, and celebrate the joy in today - whether big or small. I walked away from this conversation feeling so refreshed and encouraged as if I was leaving a coffee date with a dear friend, and I ...
Have you ever met those people that just feel like sunshine? Allyson is one of them! She radiates the light of Jesus and today she’s reminding us that we can (and should) too. The world needs your unique light and your story is what God will use to shine His light in the world. Allyson’s new book, Arise and Shine, is amazing for all women in any season with such timely reminders and encouragement about how to be a light that ignites hope in a dark world. Connect with Allyson Come hang on Instagr...
Let’s call this one another entry in the “Couch Chats” series - where we pull back the curtain and talk about life, as if you were sitting on my couch having coffee with me. If we’re honest, the first few months of the year have been hard for us, and maybe you can relate. Which is why today I want to share some encouragement around “getting your hopes up” even if that might feel impossible right now. BEcause here’s what I know to be true: God is in the business of working everything together for...
Join us today for an uplifting chat with Sarah Bragg as we discuss her brand new book, “Is Everyone Happier Than Me?” and explore the art of embracing our current season and discovering joy in the everyday. From prioritizing creativity in motherhood to navigating the impact of social media on our perceptions, Sarah offers practical insights to cultivate a positive mindset and find contentment right where we are. Get ready to be inspired and encouraged as we uncover actionable takeaways for embra...
Max Lucado joins us today to discuss his latest children’s book, "Just In Case You Ever Feel Alone." Delving into the pressing issue of loneliness, we explore the factors contributing to this pervasive feeling in today's generation. From our jam-packed schedules to societal shifts, we uncover how these elements impact not only ourselves but also our children. Max shares invaluable insights on navigating conversations about loneliness with our kids and offers practical tools for addressing this c...
What you look for, you will find. If you look for the good, you’ll find the good. I’ve seen this to be true time and time again - what we focus on matters. So today, I’m sharing with you one of my favorite ways to put this into practice in my day to day life. I call it, “going on a joy hunt”, and we’re going to talk about how to hunt for the joy in our everyday lives. Because where we find joy, we find God’s hand at work. Get updates Connect with me on Instagram! Advertising Inquiries: https://r...
Kellie Bullard joins us today for a conversation on her story of finding hope again after experiencing unimaginable heartbreak with the unexpected loss of her husband. Kellie shares about how she found hope again, the reality of living with grief, and so much more wisdom that I know will be helpful for you whether you’re grieving yourself, or someone you know is. So lean in and enjoy this episode with Kellie Bullard. Connect with Kellie Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy...
