In this inspiring and deeply honest episode of Between Us Moms, we sit down with world-renowned climber Emily Harrington—a 5-time U.S. National Champion and the first woman to successfully free climb Yosemite’s iconic Golden Gate route on El Capitan in a single day. Known for redefining what’s possible both on and off the wall, Emily has built a career on resilience, ambition, and pushing limits—and now, she’s navigating her most transformative role yet: motherhood. (And yes—her documentary Girl Climber was recently nominated for a Sports Emmy.)

In this conversation, Emily opens up about how becoming a mom has fundamentally reshaped her identity, her priorities, and what fulfillment looks like in this new season of life. Once driven by clear career milestones and the pressure of a ticking biological clock, she shares how intentional she was about the timing of motherhood—and how much her perspective has shifted since welcoming her son in 2022. Now on the other side, she reflects on the unexpected joy and clarity she’s found, describing herself as “super happy” in a way she didn’t fully anticipate.

We also dive into the persistent question so many women face: Can you really have it all? Emily offers a candid and refreshing take, calling the expectation itself an “exhausting narrative.” Instead, she explores how motherhood has redefined what “having it all” even means—and why that definition is allowed to evolve over time.

This episode is a thoughtful exploration of ambition, identity, and the quiet (and not-so-quiet) transformations that come with becoming a parent. Emily speaks to the tension between striving and surrendering, and how motherhood doesn’t just add to your life—it reshapes what you want from it entirely.

If you’ve ever felt caught between who you were and who you’re becoming, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, grounded, and more at ease with the ever-evolving nature of it all.

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Spring cleaning—but make it for your mind, marriage, home and identity as a mom. In this episode of Between Us Moms, we’re diving into the real kind of reset moms actually need—decluttering your brain, your home, your schedule, and your emotional load after having kids. Because let’s be honest… when do we actually get our autonomy back after welcoming kids?

We’re talking about:

• How we’re doing a mental reset as moms (what's helping us close the tabs and what we’re letting go of)
• Simple ways to declutter your home and your mind without overwhelm
• What it looks like to spring clean your marriage after kids -- what's helping in this busy season as we check in with our husbands
• Finding yourself again after motherhood (and redefining who you are now)
• Mom anxiety, overstimulation, and the invisible mental load

PLUS, real-life mom updates you’ll definitely relate to:

• Hallie shares about her first parent-teacher conference and the unexpected anxiety that came with it
• Katie talks about seeing Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce together—and opens up about her daughter’s first school performance and why it didn’t go as planned

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like you’ve lost a piece of yourself in motherhood—this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone… and that you can reset. 🤍

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This week’s episode dives into a few stories that feel very online at first, but quickly turn into bigger conversations about parenting, media accountability, and where culture is shifting right now.

We start with Brenda Song calling out Alaska Airlines after a flight experience that hit a nerve for a lot of parents. She booked six months in advance and still got separated from her child. And that’s where we had to pause, because if you’ve ever flown with a toddler, you already know sitting together is not a preference, it’s survival. We get into why airlines treating seat assignments like “suggestions” feels completely disconnected from reality, and why separating a parent from a young child isn’t just inconvenient, it can quickly become everyone’s problem.

Then we shift into the story that completely took over reality TV this week. Just days before premiere, ABC pulled an entire filmed season starring Taylor Frankie Paul after resurfaced footage from a 2023 domestic incident sparked immediate backlash. While the case itself was already public and even documented through police body cam footage, this newly surfaced video added a level of visibility that changed everything. We break down what was shown, why the reaction was so fast, and what it means that executives chose to scrap a project reportedly worth tens of millions of dollars.

But the bigger question we keep coming back to is how it got this far in the first place. With her past already known, critics are asking whether ABC knowingly cast controversy for ratings and whether this cancellation is actually accountability or just damage control after the fact. Because this isn’t just internet drama, it involves alleged violence, a child present, and very real consequences.

And finally, we dive into a new global study that reveals a surprising shift in how Gen Z men view relationships, marriage, and gender roles. The numbers don’t exactly match the narrative we’ve all been told about younger generations being more progressive, and the gap between Gen Z men and women is noticeable. We talk through what’s behind this shift, what it might mean long term, and why it’s sparking so much conversation right now.

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Former Bachelor Nation fan favorite Amanda Stanton joins Between Us Moms for a candid conversation about motherhood, marriage, and the unexpected path that changed her life.

Amanda opens up about how appearing on The Bachelor shifted her future even though her older daughters barely remember she was ever on the show. She reveals why she hasn’t watched the franchise for years, why she plans to tune in for the upcoming season starring Taylor Frankie Paul, and why she believes the series was “due to switch something up.”

The mom of three also gets refreshingly honest about parenting teenagers, navigating middle school drama, and the emotional challenge of watching your kids go through real-life social struggles. Amanda shares the advice she gives her daughters when they feel left out — and why she sometimes gets more upset than they do.

Plus, Amanda reveals:

Why her girls would be mortified to watch her Bachelor season

The surprising reality show she could have joined (The Real Housewives of Orange County) — and why she said no

Why she’s excited to watch Ashley Iaconetti on The Real Housewives of Rhode Island

The unexpected way she met her husband Michael Fogel just days after a breakup and why he's girl dad goals now

Her relatable idea of a perfect date

What dinner time looks like in her house -- spoiler alert: it's chaotic in the best way

Her honest advice for single moms dating again who are looking very their happily ever after

Whether baby #4 could be in the future (even though pregnancy is so rough for her)

Amanda also reflects on raising her older daughters as a young single mom, how motherhood has changed over the years and why she's a different type of mom now, and why she’s fiercely protective of their privacy now that they’re teenagers.

Episode Note: This episode was recorded prior to the recent domestic violence allegations involving Taylor Frankie Paul.

Whether you’re a longtime Bachelor Nation fan, a mom navigating the tween and teen years, someone thinking of adding another baby to the family or a single mom hoping to find love after heartbreak, this conversation is full of honesty, humor, and relatable moments.

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This week on Between Us Moms, Katie and Hallie are keeping it real about the highs, lows, and headlines that had them texting each other nonstop.

First up: Mom Slay or Nays of the Week. Katie opens up about a tough potty-training moment that left her feeling like a “bad mom” and more emotional than she expected. But the week wasn’t all tears—she also filled her cup by saying yes to an inspiring event for International Women’s Day featuring Amanda Kloots. Meanwhile, Hallie is celebrating a triple slay: protecting her boundaries, saying yes only to what brings her peace, and trying something completely new—tennis lessons. Her message to moms? Try the thing, even if you’re terrible at it.

Next, in Headlines That Made Us Text Each Other, Katie brings the latest from the podcast world as Sofia Franklyn shares new details about her upcoming memoir "Daddy Issues," where she’ll dive deeper into the early days of "Call Her Daddy" and her dramatic fallout with Alex Cooper. Then Hallie brings a controversial article from "The Cut" about women who regret having children—and let’s just say the conversation sparks some very different reactions between the two hosts.

And in The Mom Algorithm, the ladies react to a viral high school teacher who revealed the one classroom rule she stopped enforcing after 25 years: cursing. Her reasoning? There are simply bigger battles to fight. Katie and Hallie unpack all that and their stance might surprise you.

Honest, funny, and refreshingly relatable—this episode is a reminder that motherhood is full of messy moments, surprising wins, and conversations we don’t always have out loud.

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This week on Between Us Moms, we interview actress, entrepreneur, and mom of two Shenae Grimes Beech for one of her most honest conversations yet.

You first fell in love with her on Degrassi: The Next Generation and the CW's 90210, but today Shenae is opening up about why her time in Hollywood felt “traumatizing,” how fame in the peak tabloid era shaped her identity, and why she doesn’t necessarily want her daughter to follow in her footsteps. Now raising two kids with husband Josh, Shenae shares what life really looks like in this season: being the default parent, building her clothing brand Two Halves, dreaming about writing a book, and redefining success on her own terms -- and what new dreams she has.

We talk about:

• Why she stepped away from mainstream acting ans what her life looks like today
• The “unlearning” she’s had to do after years of being told how to look, speak, and behave
• Raising confident kids in today’s culture — and why their motto is “stay weird.” We dive into their experiences at school and how to stop caring when other kids question their fashion and choices. It's something all parents need to hear!
• Marriage shifts when your husband goes from creative life to a 9–5 job and what the secret sauce is to staying together for over a decade.
• Beauty standards, aging naturally, and her decision (for now) to skip Botox — even though she fully supports women who choose it
• Living with rosacea, showing real skin online, and rejecting impossible expectations
• Do women in Hollywood get treated differently after they become moms? What about as they age?
• Her message to moms spiraling or feeling anxiety over the doom and gloom news cycles

Shenae also gets candid about modern motherhood pressures, her bouts with postpartum and a baby with colic -- and why it's so important we take up space, find our identities, and take care of our mental health.

This episode is about pivoting without shame, redefining ambition, protecting your peace, and raising kids who feel free to be exactly who they are.

If you’re navigating motherhood, identity shifts, career changes, aging, marriage, or simply trying to care less about being “likable” — this one is for you.

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This week on Between Us Moms, Katie and Hallie are sharing their biggest wins and favorite things right now. Katie is celebrating a huge mom win — her daughter Kaia is officially potty trained, a milestone every parent knows is worth celebrating. Hallie shares a Valentine’s Day gift that is far from traditional but deeply meaningful: an emergency box filled with all the information she could ever need if her husband, Andrew, passed first. While it wasn’t your typical dinner and flowers (don’t worry, he did that too), this thoughtful gift showed Hallie how much he pays attention to her concerns and supports her peace of mind.

The moms also dive into everything they are loving right now. Hallie gushes over FX’s new series, Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, Katie dishes on the bestselling book Fourth Wing, and they can’t get enough of the show Ponies on Peacock. Hallie shares her hyper-fixation snack from Trader Joe’s, perfect for busy moms, they both get emotional over Punch the Monkey, and Hallie is preemptively declaring her upcoming Fraxel laser treatment for glowing, healthy skin as her new favorite beauty splurge.

Whether you are looking for mom life inspiration, the latest trending books, fun TV shows for adults, unique Valentine’s Day gift ideas for moms, or the best snacks and lifestyle tips for parents, this episode has it all. Katie and Hallie bring laughter, relatable mom moments, and practical tips that every parent can appreciate.

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In this deeply moving and transformational episode of Between Us Moms, we sit down with actress, single mom of two boys, and Earth School founder Autumn Reeser for one of the most raw, spiritual, and empowering conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast.

Autumn opens up about leaving her marriage when her children were just babies — stepping into single motherhood while navigating heartbreak, identity shifts, and the overwhelming weight of rebuilding her life from the ground up.

She describes the moment her awakening truly began:

“By the time I was 30, I had the career, the house, the husband, the baby… and I felt like I woke up in somebody else’s life.”

From the outside, she had checked every box society tells women will make them happy — but internally, something felt deeply misaligned.

That realization took her on a journey that has allowed her to reclaim her voice, her truth, and her power.

Autumn shares that she left her marriage when her boys were just 3 years old and 11 months old — stepping into one of the hardest seasons of her life.

“There were so many moments where I was like… I can’t do this. This is too hard.”

She speaks candidly about the isolation of early single motherhood:

“The isolation of trying to keep two small children alive… it was so intense.”

She reflects on the small apartment where she raised them during those years:

“I burst into tears in their room… because that’s where the hardest parts of my journey were.”

But on the other side of that season came perspective — and pride.

“There was part of me that was like… we did it. We’re here.”

One of the most powerful themes of the episode is emotional alchemy — transforming pain into growth.

“When you’ve received heartbreak and betrayal… the gift is learning how to bring it back to love.”

She explains the philosophy behind her platform Earth School — the belief that life itself is our classroom:

“You’re in the classroom of the Divine at every moment.” And the shift that changed everything:

“I moved from being a victim of my life… to being a co-creator of it.”

Autumn offers deeply compassionate encouragement for women currently navigating divorce, healing, or solo parenting:

“Take your time. Be gentle with yourself. You don’t have to do it all at once... If I could go back, I would be gentler with myself about needing to be healed right now.”

And one of the most grounding reminders for overwhelmed moms:

“Just take a breath. Is everyone alive? Did everyone eat? Okay… it’s okay.”

She shares a simple but powerful practice for mothers in survival mode:

“Put your hand on your heart and give yourself the love you’re looking for outside of yourself.”

Autumn also speaks to the mental load so many moms carry — fear about the future, anxiety about the world our kids are growing up in.

Her grounding philosophy:

“Depression lives in the past. Anxiety lives in the future. The remedy is found in the here and now... The future is created from right now.”

As a mother of two sons, Autumn is deeply intentional about the kind of men she’s raising:

“I’m not raising children… I’m raising future men.” She prioritizes teaching consent, emotional awareness, and respect from an early age — even on the playground.

After years focused on healing and motherhood, Autumn shares she’s finally open to partnership again:

She wants divine union and she's ready! “Sacred love… or don’t give it to me.”

Autumn also reflects on the career choices she made to prioritize her boys:

“There were roles I didn’t get to play… you have to let it sting...”

Her transformational community, Earth School, is designed to help women heal, awaken, and reclaim their narratives in the middle of real life — not outside of it.

“How do we walk a path of awakening in everyday life… when we’re busy?”

Through classes, calls, and community, Earth School helps women come back home to themselves.

✨ This episode is for you if you’re navigating:

• Divorce or separation

• Single motherhood

• Identity loss after kids

• Dating after heartbreak

• Healing betrayal

• Spiritual growth

• Reclaiming your voice

• Overwhelm in early motherhood

If you’ve ever felt like you woke up in the wrong life… this conversation will help you find your way back to your own.

Hosts Katie Krause Mork and Hallie Stephens Drake loved every second of this conversation and know you will to.

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This Valentine’s Week on Between Us Moms, we’re sitting down with married couple Aaron and Jocelyn Freeman, licensed marriage psychologists and relationship experts with a community of over 1.1 million followers, for an honest, practical, and encouraging conversation about strengthening your marriage—especially in the middle of busy schedules, parenthood, and real life.

Aaron and Jocelyn introduce the powerful concept of a “love account,” explaining how everyday actions can either make deposits or withdrawals—and how those choices directly impact the health and longevity of your relationship. They share tangible, realistic ways couples can intentionally invest in their marriage, even when time and energy feel limited.

In this episode, we talk about why prioritizing your relationship isn’t selfish—it’s essential, how to stay connected through routine intimacy check-ins, and what to do when conflict starts to escalate. The Freemans offer practical tips for de-escalating arguments, communicating more effectively, and protecting your connection during hard moments.

They also reveal the biggest mistake couples make in their relationships—and how small, consistent shifts can make a huge difference over time.

Whether you’re newly married, deep in the parenting years, or simply wanting to strengthen your partnership, this conversation will leave you feeling equipped, encouraged, and inspired to keep choosing each other—on Valentine’s Day and every day after.

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Fan-favorite Dancing With the Stars pro Sharna Burgess returns to Between Us Moms for a deeply honest, emotional, and inspiring conversation about motherhood, female friendship, career evolution, and what comes next.

In this candid interview, Sharna opens up about how her friendships with her former DWTS castmates have shifted now that she’s no longer on the show and why she’s officially ready to return. She admits how much she misses dance, performing, and creating… and why her body and soul are calling her back to the ballroom and to dance. She is also acting! Could a Hallmark Christmas movie with her and fiance Brian Austin Green be in her future?

Sharna also gushes over best friend and former Dancing With the Stars cast member Peta Murgatroyd, sharing a beautiful tribute to Peta’s journey as a mom of three boys. She reflects on watching Peta navigate postpartum life, back-to-back pregnancies, body changes as a dancer, miscarriages, and the balance of building an empire while never missing a moment for her kids. It’s a powerful conversation about women giving other women their flowers — something we don’t see enough of. We love that they have a new podcast together!

We also dive into modern motherhood labels. Does Sharna consider herself a stay-at-home mom? She explains why she feels somewhere in the middle — working from home, juggling brand deals, judging DWTS Australia, acting in films, podcasting, and still being deeply present for her son Zane during these fleeting early years.

Sharna gets real about raising boys with intention — teaching boundaries, respect, and empathy — and her mission to raise strong, kind gentlemen who treat women well. She shares how she and Brian Austin Green are raising a blended family, setting clear expectations, and teaching their kids the power of the word “no.”

Plus, she reveals exciting family updates:

🎶 Brian Austin Green is back in music — rap and hip hop were his first heartbreak, We hope to hear this music!

🎵 Noah and Journey are musical and already making music too!

👶 Sharna and Brian are actively dreaming and planning another baby — and she shares their honest timeline and hopes.

This episode is a must-listen for moms navigating identity shifts, career pauses, evolving friendships, blended families, creative longing, and the constant pull between being present and pursuing your dreams.

Topics include:

• Sharna Burgess' motherhood journey
• Dancing With the Stars return
• Female friendships after career changes
• Peta Murgatroyd as a mom of three
• Stay-at-home mom vs working mom identity
• Raising boys with values
• Blended family parenting
• Brian Austin Green music comeback?!
• Family planning and dreaming of another baby
• Finding yourself again after motherhood
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If you’ve ever wondered “Can I be fully present for my kids and still want more for myself?” — this conversation will sit with you long after it ends.

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