Good Day Moms - Joy in Motherhood, Faith Based Encouragement, Work Life, Seeing Good in the Everyday

Good Day Moms - Joy in Motherhood, Faith Based Encouragement, Work Life, Seeing Good in the Everyday

Welcome to Good Day Moms, the podcast that reminds you even on tough days, there’s always something to celebrate. From tantrums to work-life balance, we’ve got real conversations, tips, and moments of encouragement to help you reclaim joy and sanity. So, take a deep breath, pour yourself a cup of coffee, and get ready to embrace your day. Because today can be good! 🌸💛 *podcast formerly known as Moms Grab Coffee*

Episodes

May 13, 2025 4 mins

Ever feel like you're running on fumes, forgetting everything, and one tantrum away from tears yourself? You're not alone—and you're not broken. In this episode of Good Day Moms, we dive into four very human frailties every mom faces: limited energy, emotional ups and downs, the deep need for rest, and the classic "mom brain."

You'll hear faith-based encouragement and practical tips for giving yourself grace in the chaos. God didn’t...

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Ever feel like you poured everything out—your energy, your prayers, your planning—only to end the day with dishes still in the sink, kids still arguing, and your heart wondering, What’s the point?

In this episode, we’re taking a look at Daniel 9:26 where it looked like all of Jesus’s efforts led to nothing. Desolation still came. But Daniel’s story reminds us: don’t call it the end prematurely. What looks like defeat on the surface ...

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What if a “good day” doesn’t look like productivity, smiles, or perfectly packed lunches? What if, instead, it means you made it through the day without falling apart — or even if you did, you still showed up?

In this powerful and permission-giving episode, we unpack what a “good” day can actually mean in modern motherhood, especially during seasons of exhaustion, overwhelm, or emotional burnout. Because sometimes? A good day is sim...

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We all have those moments—snapping at the kids, missing a school deadline, or staring at a mountain of laundry. And then guilt creeps in, making you question if you're doing enough. But here’s the truth: you are a good mom. One tough moment or messy day doesn’t define you.

In this episode, we’re kicking mom guilt to the curb and embracing grace instead. So take a deep breath, mama. You’re doing better than you think. 💛

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Mama, what if the mess around you is actually a sign of something good? That sink full of dishes? Proof that your family is fed. The toys scattered everywhere? A reminder of laughter and play. In this episode, we’re flipping our perspective and learning to see the beauty in the chaos of motherhood.

Motherhood is overwhelming, but how we interpret the mess can change everything. Join me as we talk about shifting our mindset, embracin...

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Dandelions aren’t just weeds. They’re symbols of resilience, transformation, and healing—just like you. They grow in the toughest conditions, thrive where nothing else will, and keep coming back stronger. Sound familiar?

In this episode, we’ll talk about how motherhood mirrors the humble dandelion and how this simple flower can remind you to appreciate your own strength, growth, and impact—even on the hard days. So next time you see...

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Ever feel like your thoughts are tangled up in a never-ending swirl of to-dos, emotions, and responsibilities? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re diving into the waffle vs. spaghetti mindset—how men tend to compartmentalize (moving from one waffle square to another) while women’s thoughts often flow together like a plate of spaghetti.

But here’s the thing: sometimes, we need to step out of the spaghetti swirl and embrace a waf...

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In this episode, we’re embracing a fresh chapter! What started as a space to bring moms together through stories of strength and struggle is evolving into something even deeper. Motherhood isn’t transformed in a single moment—it happens in the everyday minutes, in the chaos and the quiet, in the carpool line and the checkout lane.

That’s why I’m renaming this podcast Good Day Moms. My purpose? To help you have a good day. To encoura...

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Is the show helping you? Send me a text It's quite often that moms feel like we are a broken record, constantly pleading our kids to do or not do something. Or we are just trying to survive through periods of endless tantrums! But could our entire perspective and attitude change if we saw those moments, as hard as they are, as displays of God's grace? -------- Related Episodes Feeling Like a Bad Mom? You Might Be Ruminating Too Mu...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text James 5:17 gives us reassurance that Elijah, one of the greatest heroes of faith, was just as human as we are. God can do incredible things through you, just like He did with Elijah. Plus, the power of an earnest prayer and where to start. ----- Episodes Mentioned: A Different Spin on “Quiet Time”: https://www.momsgrabcoffee.com/78 For the Mom Who Feels Like She Can’t Find Time to Pray: http...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text Ok, so you’ve had a “bad mom” moment. First of all, you are not alone. We’ve all been there, and it doesn't make you a bad mom or disqualify everything else you are doing. You are a good mom! On today’s episode I share a verse that can shift and redirect our thoughts to what’s actually good and true so you can live your mom days with a little more joy. ----- More Episodes on Battling Your M...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text Rumination can take you to dangerous places if you let it. Redirect your mind to truth and live each day with a little more joy. ----- More Episodes on Battling "Bad Mom" Vibes - Embracing Imperfections: https://www.momsgrabcoffee.com/67 - 40 Days to a Joyful Motherhood: https://www.momsgrabcoffee.com/58 - Is Negativity Bias Robbing Your Joy? https://www.momsgrabcoffee.com/45 ----- The Sheld...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text For the mom who feels like she can never find time to pray, this episode will encourage you to embrace the power of short prayers. ----- Mentioned: A Spin on "Quiet Time" with God: Episode 78 https://momsgrabcoffee.com/78 - Rate or review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen -- (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moms-grab-coffee-christian-motherhood-faith-based-parenting/id1603505929...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text I’ve always interpreted “Quiet time” with God as just that - a solitary, silent place for me to connect with and wait on the Lord. Hands clasped, eyes closed, ssshhh…. but I’ll be honest - that has always been very hard for me. My body becomes restless, and my mind starts to wander. One day I just started praying while I was in full sweat mode at a bike cycling class. Gamechanger. ----- Rela...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text When you trust who He is, you can stop obsessing over trying to understand why something is happening. Author Cody Andras of Jesus By Her Side talks about how a faith led by trust is the key to get through anything. ----- More with Cody: Are you an Ice Pack Queen? Episode 75: https://www.momsgrabcoffee.com/75 More with Cody: Holy Dishes! Episode 76: https://www.momsgrabcoffee.com/76 Connect w...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text How do you see God clearly? Train yourself every day. Author Cody Andras of Jesus By Her Side shares why our daily, mundane tasks are the key to building a rock solid faith. ----- More with Cody: Are you an Ice Pack Queen? Episode 75: https://www.momsgrabcoffee.com/75 Connect with Cody: https://www.codyandras.com/ Jesus By Her Side: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Her-Side-Finding-Nearness/dp/B...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text Author Cody Andras of Jesus By Her Side shares why we need to stop filtering the needs we take to Jesus and melt away our ice pack queen status. ----- Episode Timestamps: [1:29] The most profound insight Cody found from studying the women of the gospels [4:40] Avoiding a Jesus filter [7:10] What it means to be an ice pack queen and how to avoid it ----- Connect with Cody: https://www.codyand...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text In this episode, we dive into mom tactics that nurture open, honest, and vulnerable conversations with kids. Amy Lowe, a mom of two and director of Winshape Camps shares her top strategies and the 3 words you need to use to break down barriers and encourage kids to open up. ----- Connect with Amy and learn more about Winshape Camps - https://camps.winshape.org/ ----- Related Episodes Christ-c...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text Today we’re talking about Christ-centered daily rituals for moms and kids. Our guest, a passionate mother, wife and director of faith-based Winshape Camps, shares her insights and experiences on maintaining spiritual connection amidst the challenges of parenting. We delve into effective methods to guide children on the path of Christ, including the choice of Bibles suitable for young minds, a...
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Is the show helping you? Send me a text How do you talk about Santa Claus with your kids? That’s the question we’re answering today! Author of The Top Secret Truth About Santa Claus, C.C. Bloom joins me to share the book and experience she’s created that thoughtfully bridges the magic and true story of Santa Claus and the birth of Jesus Christ. ----- Episode Breakdown: (1:05)Segment 1: Who was the Real Santa Claus .nbjmhu The ...
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