Mind Your Mama - Healing Burnout, Building Boundaries, and Finding Yourself

In this episode, our guest Liz Kent, a prenatal wellness coach, shares valuable insights on managing the stresses of motherhood without the weight of mom guilt. Liz explains how to prioritize your health and well-being during pregnancy, so you can feel empowered and confident in your choices as a mom. She also dives into practical strategies for moms to let go of guilt and embrace a wellness-driven approach to life.What you'll learn:How to eliminate mom guilt and focus on self-careThe importance of prenatal wellness for both mom and babyPractical tips for balancing personal health and motherhoodStrategies to manage stress and overwhelm during pregnancyHow to shift your mindset and embrace a more peaceful motherhood journeyConnect with Liz:Instagram: @lizkentwellnessWebsite: www.lizkentwellness.comConnect with Lauren:Instagram: @laurentroutrn_coachEmail: [email protected]

In this episode of the Mind Your Mama podcast, I sit down with Aly Dabbs, a sleep consultant and the host of Aly the Restful Mama Podcast. Aly shares her personal journey of navigating sleep challenges with her own children and how she became a sleep consultant to help other moms. We dive into the importance of sleep routines, tips for sleep training, and how to balance cuddles with healthy sleep habits. Aly discusses how to address sleep struggles for babies and toddlers, how to handle sleepwalking in older children, and strategies to support moms in getting better sleep themselves.You'll learn:How to create effective sleep routines for childrenThe importance of consistency in sleep habitsStrategies for sleep training and getting babies to sleep independentlyHow to manage sleep struggles with toddlers, including nap resistanceHow to handle sleepwalking in older childrenThe value of balancing cuddles with healthy sleep habitsHow to support personal sleep health while managing children's sleepThe importance of asking for help with sleep challengesThe benefits of using tools like the “Okay to Wake” clock for toddlersConnect with Lauren:Instagram: @laurentroutrn_coachEmail: [email protected]

In this episode of Mind Your Mama, our guest Amy Herzog, a reading specialist, discusses how we can support our children in learning to read, especially when facing challenges. Amy shares her experience as a teacher and explains how to turn reading struggles into opportunities for connection and fun. She emphasizes the importance of play in the learning process, offering creative tips for making reading enjoyable and engaging for children, especially those with learning differences like dyslexia or ADHD. The conversation also covers strategies for improving comprehension and building confidence in readers, no matter their age.The power of play can make reading fun and help children stay engaged in learningBreaking reading into smaller parts, highlighting key points, and discussing the content can improve comprehensionCelebrating small reading successes helps build confidence and encourages children to keep goingSimple materials like index cards can be used to create fun and engaging reading gamesWorking at a child's pace and using flexible approaches is essential for supporting struggling readersConnect with Lauren:Instagram: @laurentroutrn_coachEmail: [email protected]

In this very special episode of Mind Your Mama, I’m joined by my daughter, Norah, to celebrate her 11th birthday! I share her birth story, and some of the funny and crazy moments from labor—and one about my husband that you literally CANNOT miss! I ask her some deep questions like: what it’s like for her to have me as a mom, what she loves about me and what I can do better, what she wouldn't do when she's a mom, PLUS a very special message for a new mama from Norah!Connect with Lauren:Instagram: @laurentroutrn_coachEmail: [email protected]

In this episode of the Mind Your Mama podcast, Dr. Anna Burns, an executive functioning coach for women with ADHD, shares her personal journey with ADHD, how it impacted her life and motherhood, and the importance of finding strategies that work for each individual. She emphasizes the value of self-compassion, understanding ADHD in a maternal context, and how to create an ADHD-friendly life. Dr. Burns also discusses misconceptions about ADHD, the challenges of mom guilt, and practical tools for ADHD moms to thrive in everyday life.What the listener will learn:How ADHD affects women and moms differently, and how it shows up in everyday lifeThe difference between ADHD and "mom brain" and when it might be time to seek a diagnosisPractical strategies for creating ADHD-friendly routines and tackling tasks more effectivelyHow ADHD impacts relationships, especially in marriage, and how open communication can helpTips for managing mom guilt and embracing your unique brainThe value of support systems and community for ADHD momsConnect with Dr. Anna Burns:Website: https://annaburnswellness.com/Instagram: @annaburnswellnessConnect with Lauren:Instagram: @laurentroutrn_coachEmail: [email protected]

In this episode of the Mind Your Mama Podcast, I’m joined by Jenna Michaels, a mom of four, freelance writer, and parenting coach. Jenna shares her journey into writing, parenting, and simplifying family life. She talks about her upcoming book, which focuses on simplifying parenting for young families, and how to reduce clutter in both our physical spaces and daily schedules. We discuss the pressure of maintaining a perfect home, the importance of letting go of consumerism, and how spending quality time with our kids is more valuable than acquiring more things. Jenna encourages us to choose what truly matters and create systems to manage both clutter and expectations.You'll hear how:Parenting doesn’t need to be perfect; love and time with your kids are what matter most.Simplifying your home and routines can reduce stress and overwhelm.Involving kids in decluttering and setting up systems for organization can make things easier.Embracing imperfections and relinquishing control can lead to more peace and joy in family life.Jenna’s book and coaching aim to help parents focus on what’s essential and let go of unnecessary pressure.Connect with Jenna:IG: @purposeful_parenting Website: www.yourpurposefulparenting.comConnect with Lauren:Instagram: @laurentroutrn_coachEmail: [email protected]

In this episode of Mind Your Mama, I chat with Alyssa Kilgore about the realities of balancing motherhood, work, and entrepreneurship. Alyssa shares her journey of building multiple streams of income through network marketing, digital products, and affiliate marketing, all while managing a busy household. We discuss the importance of using small pockets of time for business growth, overcoming mom guilt, and the mindset shift needed to create more time freedom. Alyssa also discusses the power of authenticity in marketing and how embracing new opportunities can help moms achieve financial independence and personal fulfillment.What we discuss in this episode:How to balance motherhood, work, and entrepreneurship by utilizing pockets of time throughout the dayThe benefits of creating alternative streams of income, such as network marketing, digital products, and affiliate marketingHow to identify and build multiple streams of income that align with your passions and interestsWays to overcome mom guilt when pursuing business ventures, and how to give yourself gracePractical strategies for being intentional with your time and finding balance between personal goals and family lifeConnect with Alyssa: Instagram: @strivingforproverbs31Connect with Lauren:Instagram: @laurentroutrn_coachEmail: [email protected]

In this episode of Mind Your Mama, I have the pleasure of speaking with Claire Cetti, a PCI coach who helps moms manage feelings of frustration, anger, and yelling. Claire shares her personal journey of overcoming rage, beginning with a pivotal moment when she realized her anger was damaging her relationship with her children. She talks about the importance of normalizing rage and offers insights into how parents can manage their emotions and improve their connections with their kids. Claire also introduces her CARES approach to parenting, emphasizing the need for self-awareness, setting boundaries, and engaging with kids in a calm and thoughtful manner. We discuss the challenges of dealing with generational trauma and how to break patterns of anger, along with practical tips for moms to reduce yelling, including setting boundaries, taking a breath, and showing up with more presence.What you'll learn:How to recognize and manage feelings of anger and frustration in parentingThe importance of normalizing rage and addressing it without shamePractical strategies to stop yelling and maintain a calm, connected homeThe CARES approach to parenting: how to catch, assess, and engage with your emotions and your kidsHow to set healthy boundaries for yourself and your family to avoid burnoutTips for breaking generational trauma and creating healthier parenting patternsWays to engage with your kids outside of conflict to improve communication and strengthen relationshipsConnect with Claire:Website: https://www.ccparentcoach.com/Connect with Lauren:Instagram: @laurentroutrn_coachEmail: [email protected]

In this very first episode, I share my journey as a mother of three and reflect on my past, including childhood trauma, and how it has impacted my life. I talk about the struggles of motherhood, feeling burnt out, and the pressure to meet societal expectations.This podcast aims to create a supportive community where moms can feel seen, heard, and validated, while offering real-life insights on parenting, self-care, and growth! I hope you'll join me and subscribe to the show to get notified when new episodes are available!Connect with Lauren:Instagram: @laurentroutrn_coachEmail: [email protected]

The Mind Your Mama Podcast is hosted by Lauren Trout, a mom of three kids, a wife, nurse and life coach. Now more than ever moms to need to feel seen, heard and feel valued. Tired of the rat race and doing all of things? Lauren has decided to show off the true rock stars, and they’re called “Mom”. Every mom has a story and it’s time for our voices to be heard. So enjoy the real, raw, funny and honest podcast where Lauren supports moms and offer them a safe place and judgment free zone where we are all supported. There is a heavy emphasis on how badass we are and finding your joy is just as important as raising your kids. So grab your reheated cup of coffee, or wine (judgment free!) and enjoy this podcast!Connect with Lauren:Instagram: @laurentroutrn_coachEmail: [email protected]