You're Mom Enough: Real Talk for Moms Ready to Rediscover Themselves

Welcome to the episode for every mom who's ever felt secretly scared all the time.

Shawna and Cara dive into the universal experience of mom anxiety, from morbid "what if" thoughts to the practical fears that keep us up at night.

This is an honest, validating conversation that reframes fear as a sign of love and offers gentle, real-world strategies to help you feel safe in your own body again.

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This episode is for any mom who is grateful for her supportive partner, and also for any mom who wishes she had more support.

Shawna and Cara open up about their own experiences with "dad drama" and discuss how having a partner who is a true safe place can heal old wounds and shape your identity in motherhood. 

They talk about the importance of friendships, the different kinds of support, and what to do when your r...

This episode is for any mom who has ever said "yes" to a playdate when she was already exhausted, stayed quiet to keep the peace, or worried that saying "no" would make her unlikable.

Shawna and Cara share their own struggles with people-pleasing and dive into what boundaries really are…

Boundaries are NOT walls of anger, but gentle bridges to protect your peace. 

Join us for a validating chat that wil...

Feeling guilty about needing a break?

In this episode, Shawna and Cara tackle the tough topic of asking for help without feeling like you're failing.

They discuss why it feels so hard, the difference between family and hired help, and how to overcome the mental roadblocks that keep us from the support we need.

This is a must-listen for any mom who feels like she's doing too much and is ready to find some guilt-free rest.

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Motherhood changes everything… Including your friendships.

Join Shawna and Cara for an honest conversation about losing friends, making new ones, and navigating the loneliness that comes with evolving as a person and a mom. 

Perfect for mothers feeling stuck between old friendships that no longer fit and new ones that haven't formed yet.

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• You can love someone deeply but still outgrow the friendshi...
  

In this episode, Shawna and Cara talk about that confusing "space between selves" , when you don't recognize the person you used to be, but you're not yet who you want to become.

They share the discovery of the term for this space. This is "liminal space." Empowered by a name to call this shift they discuss why this uncomfortable, disorienting phase is not a failure, but actually where the most important and beautiful growth happen...

 If you've ever felt stuck, this episode is for you.

Cara is joined by guest Chevaunne Macpherson, who shares her inspiring story of transformation. Motivated by personal tragedy and a desire to be healthier for her family ,

Chevaunne embarked on a journey that led to losing 117 pounds and becoming an avid runner.

But the changes were more than physical. She discusses the mindset shifts, the simple "one-change-a...

This week, Shawna and Cara dive into the emotional weight of other people’s opinions and how to stop letting them dictate your motherhood.

If you’ve ever smiled through criticism or questioned your instincts, this episode is your reminder that you know best.

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- The subtle ways feedback can shake your confidence
- The emotional aftermath of people-pleasing
- Cara’s powerful story on internalizing blame
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In this episode, Shawna and Cara get real about postpartum body image, recovery after C-sections, and what it really means to feel good in your body again. 

For any mom feeling like a stranger in her own skin this one's for you.

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• - The emotional shock of looking “still pregnant” after delivery
  - How shifting focus from “looking good” to “feeling good” changed everything
  - What helped Cara heal menta...
  

Welcome to You're Mom Enough, the podcast for moms who love their kids but miss themselves a little too.

In Episode 7, "Armpit Meets Butt: What Real Mom Life Is," Shawna and Cara dive deep into the hilarious and often frustrating reality of "failing forward" in motherhood.

From forgetting diapers an hour away from civilization to the challenges of breastfeeding and dealing with unexpected diaper rashe...

This episode goes there in the best way. 

Shawna and Cara talk honestly about what it looks like to break generational patterns, even when it's messy.

From surviving a traumatic relationship to navigating the sneaky ways we justify our triggers, this is an episode about real healing, not perfection.

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• How unmanaged triggers sneak into motherhood
  

• What it means to take personal respons...

This episode is a little different. It’s a little heavier, but it’s from the heart. 

Following the passing of our grandmother, we’re talking about generational trauma, the unhealed wounds and coping mechanisms that get passed down from our parents and grandparents.

We share our personal realizations about how these inherited patterns have shown up in our own lives and our commitment to breaking the cycle for our daughters. 

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Before kids, you might have been comfortable with not being perfect. But then the baby arrives, and suddenly every small decision feels like it could negatively affect their entire life. 

The pressure is intense.

This week, we're talking about the perfectionism that motherhood triggers. 

We share stories about trying to redeem ourselves with homemade baby food after struggling with breastfeeding, and how a simple comme...

For the mom who feels like she's lost in the shuffle of motherhood, this one's for you. This week, we're talking about that feeling of losing your old self and the journey to reclaim your identity.

We dive into the guilt that creeps in when you focus on yourself , the myth of the "mom day,” and how running household errands doesn’t equal “Me Time.”

And we talk all about the incredible energy boost that comes ...

Ever feel like you're just pretending to be a mom while everyone else has it figured out?

You’re not alone… And you’re definitely not an imposter.

In this episode, Shawna and Cara crack open the raw truth behind "Momposter Syndrome."

You know… That sneaky feeling like you're faking motherhood while everyone else is nailing it. 

From infertility journeys to bladder infections from too much rocking, they share the gritty, funny, and pai...

From baby shower pressure to literally forgetting we had a baby (yep, that happened), this first episode dives into the messy, beautiful chaos of becoming a mom.

Cousins Shawna and Cara, both first-time moms in their 40s, share their unfiltered journey through postpartum identity, confidence crashes, and finding themselves again—one imperfect moment at a time.

This isn’t a parenting podcast.

It’s a space for moms who love their kid...

It’s one thing to care for someone else’s kid. It’s a whole different thing when the decisions are yours.. and the weight of someone’s entire future is on your shoulders.

In this short teaser, Shawna and Cara crack open the moment they realized motherhood hits different when it’s your baby—and your life that’s changing. You’ll get a feel for the heart, humor, and honesty this show brings to moms who love their kids but miss themselv...