Love being a mom—but kinda miss yourself? You’re not broken. You’re just in the middle of the biggest identity shift of your life. Join Shawna & Cara, two cousins, later-in-life moms, and real women fumbling forward through the missteps and milestones of motherhood—without pretending to have it all figured out. We talk Momposter Syndrome, self-doubt, joy, identity loss (and recovery), body stuff, mom guilt, and everything else you wish more people were honest about. Each cat-nap-length episode is like a voice note from a friend who gets it. We’re not here to fix you. We’re here to walk with
Are you a working mom who feels guilty for not being present enough?
Or a stay-at-home mom who feels guilty for not “contributing” financially?
Yeah. Same.
In this episode, Shawna and Cara—one a working-from-home mom, one a stay-at-home mom—have an honest, unfiltered conversation about mom guilt, money, identity, and the impossible standards placed on mothers no matter what choice we make.
We talk about:
Why moms feel guilty eit...
Feeling like your personal goals are on the back burner?
In this episode, Shawna and Cara share their secrets for finding time and energy to pursue your ambitions, even in the busiest seasons of motherhood.
From middle-of-the-night work sessions to the power of a 10-minute timer, learn practical ways to make "micro-progress" on your dreams without adding more guilt to your plate.
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Do moms really have no time, or are we just scrolling it all away?
In this episode, Shawna and Cara put this question to the test with a personal time audit.
They uncover surprising truths about "wasted" time, the psychology behind mom guilt, and why choosing to rest can feel so impossible.
This episode is for any mom who’s ever felt guilty for choosing her phone over the laundry pile or any mom who secretly s...
Tired of “habit stacks” and “motivational morning routines” that just don't stick?
It’s not you, it’s the strategy.
In this episode, Shawna and Cara explore Gretchen Rubin's "The Four Tendencies" to help you discover more about what makes you… get and stay motivated.
Whether you're an Upholder, Questioner, Obliger, or Rebel.
This is for any mom who has ever felt like the problem can’t be "lazziness...
We tried a "14 Days of Joy" challenge... And we kind of failed. Join us for a hilarious and honest chat about why it's so hard for moms to prioritize their own happiness.
From choosing chores over reading to turning "me time" into family time, we explore the mental hurdles we all face.
This episode is for any mom who’s ever felt guilty for not being “better” at self-care.
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Does taking a nap or booking a massage feel less like self-care and more like a selfish indulgence now that you have kids?
In this episode, Shawna and Cara dive deep into the pervasive guilt that plagues moms when they try to take time for themselves.
From potty-training burnout to the work-from-home juggle, they share personal stories that will make you say, "I thought I was the only one."
This episode is for...
Join Shawna and Cara as they spill the tea on their recent fitness challenge and the reality of fitting movement into a busy mom's life.
This episode is a raw, honest look at "mom possible" workouts, letting go of the pressure to "bounce back," and finding joy in movement, even when it's messy.
They share personal stories, including a hilarious one about how braless and jumping should be il...
Hey Mom… Ever feel like you need a vacation from your vacation?
You're not alone. In this episode, Shawna and Cara open up about their recent family getaways and the hilarious (and sometimes stressful) reality of traveling with kids.
We're ditching the myth of the perfect family trip and getting real about why it's a "survival exercise," not a spa day.
From dealing with unexpected challenges like s...
What if the best gift you could give yourself wasn’t more time online but less?
In this episode, Shawna and Cara share their 12-hour digital detox experiment and how it reshaped their anxiety, their connection with family, and even their sense of self.
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The surprising difficulty and freedom of going phone-free.
How social media feeds comparison and guilt for moms.
Why boredom an...
Processed food isn’t just convenient, it's often designed to keep us craving more.
In this episode, Shawna and Cara unpack how engineered foods affect our families, why moms carry so much guilt around feeding kids, and what small, realistic steps we can take toward balance without burnout.
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Why cravings aren’t just about willpower.
The difference between “processed” vs. “super ...
What if just 5 minutes of movement could shift your mood, ease your anxiety, and help you feel more like you?
Shawna and Cara unpack their 7 days… 30 minutes per day "simple movement" challenge.
They share what worked, what flopped, and why small, consistent actions matter so much.
Whether it’s walking, dancing, or chasing kids through a sprinkler, this episode will help you ditch perfection and move in ways t...
What if the people you admire are a mirror reflecting your own potential?
This whole episode was sparked by a short Instagram video we saw, where we explored the idea that the people you admire might actually be a reflection of who you’re becoming.
Shawna and Cara put a powerful self-help concept to the test, exploring how identifying the qualities we look up to in others from a community leader to a famous author can...
In this episode, Shawna and Cara get real about what no one tells you about aging in motherhood.
From hilarious "mom bum" comments to a shocking revelation about the Golden Girls, this conversation is for any mom who’s ever felt at odds with her reflection.
Join the girls for an honest, funny, and empowering discussion on how to embrace the changes, find beauty in who you are now , and model aging with grace for y...
We're still riding high from the More For Mom Summit! In this heartfelt thank-you, we're sharing the behind-the-scenes reality of what it took to build this event.
Spoiler: 8 PM-to-midnight work sessions and the powerful themes that emerged.
We talk about why perfection is not the goal, presence is!How your self-care impacts your kids' future, and why you are the magic, not just the magic maker.
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Do you ever feel stuck on a path you didn't consciously choose?
In this powerful episode, Shawna talks with her best friend and neuroscience coach, Jamie VanderKnokke, about her incredible journey from a childhood filled with trauma and poverty to intentionally rewriting her story.
This conversation is for any mom who feels defined by her past or limiting beliefs and needs a reminder that she has the power to change her...
In this heartfelt conversation, Shawna welcomes Tara Phillips, founder of Autism Little Learners, to discuss the heavy wall of judgment that hits moms whether from strangers, family, or ourselves.
They explore Tara's mission to offer compassionate support, the importance of listening to autistic voices, and how to stay grounded when outside opinions pile up.
This episode is a supportive reminder that you know your child...
In this powerful chat, energetics and somatic coach Jane Sohn joins Shawna to share her incredible story of losing and refinding herself.
She talks about navigating an unplanned pregnancy while working at Google, the postpartum sitz-bath breakdown that became a turning point, and the "snowball" of family crises that forced her to reclaim her life.
This episode is for any mom who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or has fo...
In this episode, we're joined by Amanda Webb, the creator of "Midcore Moms," to talk about a revolutionary idea: what if you just showed up anyway?
If you're a mom who feels stuck in a cycle of overwhelm, waiting for the perfect moment to do the activity, clean the kitchen, or connect with friends, this conversation is for you.
Amanda shares her powerful journey of moving from perfectionism to presence, an...
In this episode, Shawna sits down with the fabulous Meg Onorato to explore how to bring more magic and intention into your life through manifestation and daydreaming.
Perfect for the mom who feels like she's lost her own dreams in the shuffle of family life, this conversation offers practical, soul-nourishing tips from creating digital vision boards to shifting your mindset when things get hard.
Get ready to feel valida...
Survival Mode is Rewiring Your Brain, Here’s the First Step to Fix It - a More for Mom Summit Series
Are you just surviving motherhood instead of living it?
Guest Alexandra Lily, a mom of five boys, shares her raw journey from being on autopilot, navigating her son's epilepsy, and facing her own major health crises (including cancer) to finally rewiring her brain for joy.
This is a powerful, validating episode for any mom who feels numb, overwhelmed, and like she's lost herself.
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Ding dong! Join your culture consultants, Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang, on an unforgettable journey into the beating heart of CULTURE. Alongside sizzling special guests, they GET INTO the hottest pop-culture moments of the day and the formative cultural experiences that turned them into Culturistas. Produced by the Big Money Players Network and iHeartRadio.
Fear thrives in silence and confusion. Ana Navarro rejects both. Her voice is an antidote to today’s chaos. Her new podcast, Bleep! with Ana Navarro, takes on today’s most pressing issues with the voices most connected to it: decision-makers, political leaders, cultural shapers, and people on the frontlines of the story. The conversations acknowledge the emotions we all feel—despair, sadness, fear— but emerge with knowledge, perspective, and hope. The belief is simple: fearless dialogue can transform fear into courage, and courage into change. When fear dominates the headlines, this show digs deeper. Because information, debate, and conversation don’t just ease fear, they give us power to shape the future.
Hey Jonas! The official Jonas Brothers podcast. Hosted by Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. It’s the Jonas Brothers you know... musicians, actors, and well, yes, brothers. Now, they’re sharing another side of themselves in the playful, intimate, and irreverent way only they can. Spend time with the Jonas Brothers here and stay a little bit longer for deep conversations like never before.
Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim is back! And this time, she's sitting down with not just dads, but anyone with a dad...so everyone! Raised by a single mom, Ego Nwodim may have daddy issues, but she suspects you might too. This season, Ego has funny, heartfelt conversations with actors, comedians, musicians and athletes about life and their experiences with their own fathers. Each episode starts with a simple question: “who do you want to say thanks to?” and ends with a listener asking Ego and the guest for some personal advice. Produced by the Big Money Players Network and iHeartRadio.
A weekly podcast where host, Robert Smigel, and a rotating panel, his friends, assist callers seeking help in making something in their real life funnier. Anything. A best man speech, a eulogy, a breakup letter, a cover letter, an apology, a Tinder profile - Robert, with a panel of professional comedy writers and comedians, will punch it up and get results. Want help with your writing assignment? Submit it to: speakpipe.com/humorme