It's A Single Mom Thing
Welcome to “It's A Single Mom Thing,” the show for single moms by single moms, hosted by Sherry Chandler. Being a solo momma and present parent is hard work, and losing focus is easy when you forget your faith. The good news is you are not alone. You were singled out this season, and together, we can work on what’s not working for you—finding Christ in the crisis! Whether you’re tuning in early in the morning or late at night, I’m here for you, momma. This podcast is your go-to space for navigating life as a single mom with faith, fun, and a fresh perspective. We'll cover everything from mastering a single-mom success mindset and budgeting like a boss to prioritizing self-care and raising resilient kids. We’ll share time management hacks, parenting perspectives, co-parenting challenges, and how to find joy and laugh again. Together, we’ll move from surviving to thriving in every season of single motherhood. Be encouraged. Get inspired. You can do this, momma. Each Monday, join me for practical advice, relatable stories, and uplifting conversations as we walk this journey from solo momma to solo momma. I promise not to take too much of your time, and I’m so grateful you’re spending it with me. It may be a single mom thing, but it doesn’t have to be the "single thing" that stops you!
Episodes
It’s a Single Mom Thing, Not the Thing That Stops Her
Have you ever had a dream so big it scared you? That’s your HBAG — your Hairy Big Audacious Goal. And mama, being a single mom isn’t the stop sign to that dream. It’s your launchpad.
In this episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, Sherry flips the script on excuses and equips you with practical strategies and faith-filled encouragement to help you chase your ...
What does “normal” even mean when you’re a single mom? Culture may call single parenting the new normal, but if you’ve ever sat in a school auditorium surrounded by married couples, or explained to your kids why your family looks different, you know it rarely feels normal. In this episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, Sherry keeps it real—messy, complicated, and sometimes unfair—while pointing to the faith, ...
Mama, it’s time for some real talk—are you building yourself up or tossing shade at your own future without even realizing it? Every word you speak, every choice you make, and every person you let close can either lift you toward your goals or keep you stuck in the struggle.
In this episode of It’s A Single Mom Thing, we dive into how to stop aggravating yourself and start advocating for your healing, your ...
Back-to-school chaos? We’ve all been there—missing shoes, cold coffee, and a bus that won’t wait. But mama, you don’t have to live in breakdown mode. In this episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, Sherry gets real about how single moms can flip the chaos into confidence with small, powerful shifts that save time, money, and sanity.
From littles to teens to young adults still at home, you’ll hear how to:
- Tur...
School’s starting, schedules are shifting, and life feels loud. In this episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, we’re slowing things down to talk about what it means when God says go—even if everything around you says, “Not now.”
Whether you're prepping backpacks or processing heartbreak, this episode is your reminder that grace and green lights don’t wait for perfect conditions. They show up in the middle...
Back-to-school isn’t just about supplies and schedules—it’s a season of emotional transition for both kids and single moms. In this powerful Part 2 of Looking Through Their Eyes, Sherry dives deep into how to recognize what your child may be feeling but not saying out loud—especially in the middle of big changes like a new grade, a new school, or senior year.
Through personal reflection, brain-based tools, ...
In this episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, Sherry takes it from the court to the heart—literally. Using the game of pickleball as a powerful (and hilarious) metaphor, she unpacks what this fast-paced sport can teach single moms about spiritual focus, mental resilience, and staying on mission in the middle of life’s messiest matches.
Whether you’re feeling intimidated by your current season, frustrated with...
In this raw and revealing episode of It’s A Single Mom Thing, host Sherry kicks off a powerful new series: Looking Through Their Eyes: Parenting with Perspective.
Sis, before you react to your child’s behavior—what if you paused and asked: “Is this really about them… or is it a reflection of me?”
In Part 1: Slow Down, Mama: Seeing Yourself, Hearing Them, and Healing Together, Sherry gets ...
Ever feel like everything around you is shifting—and you don’t know why? Relationships change. Routines unravel. Your once-solid footing suddenly feels shaky. But what if you’re not falling apart… what if you’re being repotted?
In this deeply personal and Spirit-led episode, Sherry invites you into a powerful conversation about what it looks like when God begins to gently loosen your roots—not to break you,...
What if saying no wasn’t something to feel guilty about—but something that sets you free?
In this powerful and practical episode, we’re tackling the boundary word every single mom needs to master: No.
You’ll learn why it’s so hard to say it, how to say it with grace (and guts), and how to make it stick without losing yourself in the process.
We’ll walk through:
- The emotional weight behind our “yes”
- Wh...
When the dust settles after divorce or loss, you're often left asking, "Who even am I now?" In this honest and hope-filled episode, Sherry walks with you through the sacred process of rebuilding confidence—not into who you were, but into who you’re becoming.
You’ll explore what it means to rediscover your voice, your preferences, your identity—and most importantly, your faith. From guarding y...
Feeling weighed down by past hurt, anger, or betrayal? In this powerful episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, host Sherry Chandler unpacks the truth about forgiveness—what it really means, why it’s so hard, and how letting go can set you and your family free. With fierce faith and honest storytelling, Sherry shares what unforgiveness costs us—peace, healing, energy—and how it often gives the enemy a foothold...
Are you forcing your way through life—or faithing it forward? In this powerful episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, host Sherry gets real about the difference between control and contentment, forcing and trusting, and why faith—not force—is the key to breakthrough.
With real-life examples from Abraham, Hannah, Mary, and Joseph, this episode unpacks what it means to let go of fear, embrace faith, and walk thr...
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're your own worst enemy sometimes? You're not alone—and not crazy. In this power-packed episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, we’re exposing the top success saboteurs that keep single moms stuck: from isolation and self-sufficiency to waiting for a man to fix it and letting your past write your future.
We’ll show you how to flip the script, rewire the lies, an...
Feeling drained, overbooked, and wondering where your joy went? In this episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, we’re flipping the script on service. We’ll talk about why serving others isn’t just good for the world—it’s good for your heart, health, and healing too. You’ll laugh, reflect, and maybe even recognize yourself in one of our Buffet of Burnout mom profiles (Busy Body Brenda, anyone?).
You’ll learn:
In this soul-stirring Mother’s Day episode, Sherry invites single moms to pause and reflect on the power of moments—big and small-that shape motherhood. Inspired by her return to her alma mater 30 years after graduation (this time with her son in the car asking questions that matter), Sherry unpacks how time isn't just something we spend—it's something we invest.
Whether you're folding laundr...
Feeling like you and your kids are stuck in survival mode?
It’s time for a mindset (and motherhood) shift, Mama.
In today’s Power-Up Pep Talk, we’re flipping the script on survival and stepping into THRIVE mode—one intentional day, one connection, one celebration at a time.
You’ll learn:
✅ Four key ingredients to help your kids thrive emotionally, spiritually, and mentally
✅ How your healing j...
Think co-parenting has to come with chaos? Think again, Mama.
In this episode of It’s a Single Mom Thing, we’re calling out the drama and calling up your peace. Whether your co-parent is cooperative, chaotic, or completely missing in action, this Power-Up Pep Talk will equip you with grace-filled strategies and fierce boundaries to protect your peace and power up your parenting.
We’ll talk about:
- How to a...
Feeling like mom guilt has the mic again? Not today, Mama! In this week’s Power-Up Pep Talk, we're throwing grace at guilt and reclaiming our confidence—one truth at a time. Whether you're folding laundry or hiding in the bathroom for five minutes of peace (we see you), this episode delivers a quick dose of encouragement for single moms who feel like they're falling short.
💬 We’re talking re...
Is your space screaming while your spirit is suffocating under piles of laundry, unread emails, and mental chaos? Girl, this episode isn’t just about picking up—it's about reclaiming your peace. 🎯
In this heart-hitting and hope-filled episode, we’re getting real about the mess behind the mess. Whether it’s clutter in your kitchen, car, calendar, or conversations, this is your invitation to clear space...
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