67| From Survival Mode to Supermom: Creating a More Intentional Motherhood

What happens when a driven, goal-oriented woman becomes a mom—and suddenly everything falls apart? In this powerful episode, Amy Grace sits down with Aubree Felderhoff, host of the Mom Intentional podcast, to talk about the invisible weight moms carry, the lies we believe about doing it all, and how to reclaim motherhood with intention.

Aubree shares her personal journey from unexpected motherhood and chronic illness to healing and rebuilding a life that aligned with her values. She opens up about the years she spent in survival mode, how guilt and overwhelm stole her joy, and the practical systems she created—like her “Friday Prep” routine—that helped her take back her peace.

If you've ever felt stuck, exhausted, or like you’ve lost yourself in motherhood, this episode is for you. You’ll leave feeling empowered, equipped, and reminded that you’re not alone.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Survival mode doesn’t always end with the crisis. Lack of systems and support can keep you stuck long after you're "okay."

• Intentional motherhood requires reflection. You can't live out your values if you haven’t identified them.

• Simple systems can change everything. Aubree’s “Friday Prep” method helps reduce mental clutter and keep things moving.

• You are not meant to do it all. Community, coaching, and support can accelerate your growth and lighten your load.

• Your growth as a mom helps your kids grow too. When we break our own patterns, we model healing for our children.
  

📌 Keywords: intentional motherhood, survival mode, systems for busy moms, mom burnout recovery, mom guilt and overwhelm, motherhood podcast, supermom strategies, time management for moms, faith and motherhood, mindset for moms

💬 Key Quotes:

• “You can be in survival mode—even when you’re healthy—if you don’t have systems and support.” – Aubree Felderhoff
• “Time is the one resource we can’t make more of. I didn’t want to let any more of it slip by without being intentional.” – Aubree Felderhoff
• “We are meant to grow. If you’re standing still, you’re not just stuck—you’re dying inside.” – Aubree Felderhoff
• “When I saw my struggles mirrored in my kids, that’s when I knew it was time to do my own work.” – Aubree Felderhoff
• “You’re not failing—you’re just doing motherhood without a manual. And you don’t have to stay stuck.” – Amy Grace

Aubree Felderhoff is a mom of three boys, a professional organizer, and a Time Management Specialist for Moms. After overcoming a life-altering chronic illness, she rebuilt her approach to motherhood and home management using simple systems and routines. Now, she helps overwhelmed moms take control of their time and home with practical strategies that actually work. As the host of the Mom Intentional Podcast and founder of the Mom Intentional Club Facebook group, she empowers moms to ditch the chaos and create a thriving, intentional life. Learn more at www.momintentional.com