Intentional Household

 Your support system should evolve with your life—and in this episode, Laura and Alex get real about what that looks like. From making the wrong hire (even when it’s what “everyone else does”) to building a support team that actually fits your energy, goals, and family rhythm, this episode walks through how to reframe help as a strategy—not a last resort. Learn how to complete the Household Energy Assessment to decide what you need...

Let’s be honest: kids’ birthday parties can go from exciting to exhausting fast. In this episode, Laura and Tatiana break down their go-to strategies for hosting a fun, memorable, and low-stress celebration. From party length and entertainment tips to loot bag upgrades and staying out of your own house, this guide is your go-to for planning intentionally—not frantically. Plus, we’ve got a FREE downloadable checklist to help you sta...

 In this episode of the Intentional Household podcast, Laura sits down with Gina and Gary Goerke—married for 31 years—to explore what it really takes to grow together through the many seasons of life. From building a business to raising two boys, Gina and Gary have weathered the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, parenting, and partnership. They open up about communication, shared values, shifting roles, and how they kept their re...

How a Weekly Meeting Can Improve Your Life: 10 Questions That Keep You On Track 

🎙 Guest Speakers:

• Ralph Cochrane and Jay Fry, parents of two young daughters and intentional living advocates
  
  

🎙 Episode Overview:
 In this episode, Ralph and Jay share how a simple yet powerful practice—asking each other 10 specific questions every week—has strengthened their relationship, parenting, personal growth, and professio...

 Guest: Cheryl Maloney, Certified Executor Advisor
 Host: Laura Wilson, Co-Founder of Intentional Household

In this must-listen episode of Intentional Household, host Laura Wilson, Co-Founder of Intentional Household, welcomes Cheryl Maloney, a Certified Executor Advisor, to guide families through the steps of creating a clear and compassionate estate plan.

Cheryl shares her personal motivation for entering the field—rooted in a ...

Vacationing with another family sounds like fun—until mismatched expectations, budgets, and pace derail the experience. In this episode of The Intentional Household, host Laura Wilson welcomes back Intentional Household team member Tatiana Rivers to share practical advice on how to plan a smooth, enjoyable trip when traveling with another family.

They walk through key conversations to have before you book—from setting your “why” and...

Episode Overview:
In this episode of Intentional Household, Laura is joined by her husband, Alex Wilson, to explore one of the most relatable challenges for families: weekends that feel more chaotic than restful. Together, they break down why weekends often become a source of stress and imbalance for parents—and how to shift that dynamic through communication, structure, and shared responsibility.

You’ll learn:

• Why weekends ...

In this episode of the Intentional Household podcast, Laura Wilson—former dietitian, nutrition coach, and co-founder of Intentional Household—breaks down the foundations of healthy eating in a way that’s simple, realistic, and family-friendly.

Whether you’re feeding picky toddlers, busy teens, or trying to reclaim your own energy through better food choices, this episode gives you the tools to get intentional about what goes on your...

In this episode of the Intentional Household podcast, Laura sits down with financial expert Adam Rivers of Rivers Wealth to explore a topic many families avoid but urgently need to address—money. Together, they unpack how to create a household financial plan that reduces stress, aligns with your values, and teaches your kids about money with intention.

You’ll learn:

• What financial intentionality looks like in a real home
• How to sh...

In this episode of the Intentional Household podcast, Laura and Alex unpack a question so many parents face: How do you choose the right activities for your kids without burning out the whole family?

They explore:

• Why saying yes to everything is draining
• How to define "intention" through your family’s values and capacity
• The simple “Activity Audit” they use to decide what stays and what goes
• How to include your kids in the...

Say what you need. Celebrate how you want.

Episode Description:
Why does a day meant to celebrate moms so often leave them feeling disappointed or drained? In this episode, Laura and Alex open up an honest conversation about Mother’s Day—and other meaningful occasions—and how they can fall short when expectations go unspoken.

From real-life examples to practical steps, they walk you through how to check in with yourself, get cle...

Host(s): Laura Wilson & Alex Wilson | Podcast: Intentional Household

In today’s episode, Laura and Alex dive deep into the importance of real-world community — not just digital connections, but genuine, soul-nourishing support circles.
 They explore why isolation has become more common in modern life, how hyper-independence is harming us, and practical ways you can find or build the community you need.
 They discuss:

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Host: Laura Wilson, Co-Founder of Intentional Household

In this energizing and compassionate episode, Laura Wilson takes a deep dive into a topic so many parents are quietly battling—living in survival mode. She helps listeners identify what survival mode looks like (hint: always exhausted, overwhelmed, reactive), why it's unsustainable, and what it’s costing us in our health, relationships, and joy.

Laura shares personal insigh...

Hosts: Laura Wilson & Alex Wilson
Podcast: Intentional Household

In this heartfelt episode, Laura and Alex explore the powerful impact of one-on-one time in building stronger family bonds. From deepening connections with their kids to nurturing their own relationship as partners, they share personal stories, favorite bonding activities, and practical strategies to help busy households make intentional time for what matters ...

Most parents think of babysitters as a solution for the occasional date night. But what if they could be your secret weapon for everyday household support?

In this episode, Laura and Alex Wilson go beyond the basics and explore how to truly maximize the value of a babysitter. From covering the 3-5 PM after-school gap to lending a hand during evening routines or chaotic weekends, babysitters can be much more than short-term child sup...

🎙 Episode 12: Winning Bedtime – How to Make Evenings Easier for the Whole Family
Hosts: Laura Wilson & Alex Wilson
Guest: Stacey Brion, Registered Psychotherapist

Bedtime doesn’t have to be a battleground. In this insightful and practical episode of the Intentional Household podcast, Laura and Alex are joined by renowned Registered Psychotherapist Stacey Brion to tackle one of the most common parenting challenges: bed...

In this episode of the Intentional Household Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Sarah Breen—pediatrician, mom of two, and Co-Founder & COO of The Epic F.I.T.—to talk about the realities of juggling entrepreneurship, a demanding career, and raising a family.

Sarah shares her powerful journey from practicing medicine to running a business alongside her husband, Justin Breen. We dive into the systems and mindset shifts that help her sta...

Mealtime, especially dinner, can feel like an ongoing battle for busy families. Between career obligations, kids’ sports and activities, and the challenge of pleasing picky eaters, stress can take over what should be a nourishing and connected part of the day. In this episode, Laura Wilson sits down with Tatiana Rivers, a former chef and mom of three, to discuss how intentional meal planning can transform dinnertime from chaos to c...

 Hosts: Alex and Laura Wilson

Episode Overview

In this episode, Alex and Laura explore the profound impact of family traditions and storytelling on building a lasting legacy. They share practical ways to create meaningful traditions, preserve family stories, and foster a strong sense of identity across generations.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ How to start and sustain meaningful family traditions
✅ Ways to collect and share family stories<...