If you’ve ever felt like your kids don’t listen until you’ve asked ten times (or until you’re yelling), this episode is for you. Today I’m joined by parenting and emotional wellness coach Tia Slightham, who has helped over 5,000 families move from chaos and guilt to calm, confident leadership at home through her Parenting With Purpose Method.

In this conversation, Tia shares:

• How to get your kids to listen the first time you ask
• Why timeouts don’t work and what to do instead
• Her 3-Box Behavior Roadmap every parent needs
• The secret to creating calm, consistent routines that actually stick
• Why one committed parent can transform the entire family dynamic
• How to build emotional resilience in your kids (and yourself)

Tia keeps it real, makes it doable, and gives moms the tools they need to lead with confidence without losing themselves in the process.

So if you’re tired of power struggles, constant nagging, or just feeling like you’re failing, this episode will leave you with practical tools and the encouragement you need to make a shift—starting today.

✨ Connect with Tia:
Website: https://tiaslightham.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiaparentingcoach/
 

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

This summer, screen time in our house went from “just a little here and there” to “are my kids secretly training to be professional gamers?” It was rough, there were battles over devices, arguments between my boys, meltdowns when I said no, and more than a few moments where I wanted to chuck every iPad into the nearest lake.

Now that school is starting, we’re pressing the reset button and doing a full-on screen time detox. In this episode, I’m sharing:

• How our summer screen-time rules slowly spiraled out of control
• The fights, the FOMO, and the meltdowns that followed
• What we’re doing now to set better limits and protect our peace
• Why this new “weekends only” plan is working (most days, anyway!)

If you’ve ever felt like screens are running your house instead of you, this one’s for you. You’ll laugh, you’ll nod your head, and hopefully you’ll leave with some encouragement for your own screen-time reset.

Because let’s be real, screens aren’t going anywhere. But we can set the boundaries our kids need (even when they insist we’re the worst mom ever).

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

In this solo episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, Katie is throwing it way back—for all the millennial moms out there still rocking their skinny jeans, sipping iced coffee from their Stanley cups, and dodging Gen Z’s side-eye. From peace sign selfies to trapper keepers and AIM away messages, we’re diving into what makes millennial moms hilariously unique and how we’re parenting our Gen Alpha kids in a world that feels part digital, part chaos.

Katie shares the “cringey” habits Gen Z loves to mock, the nostalgia that shaped our childhoods, and why millennial moms are actually crushing this whole parenting thing—one chaotic carpool at a time.

In this episode, you'll laugh and nod along as we cover:

• The top things Gen Z thinks are so cringe (yes, your side part made the list)
• Why skinny jeans are a hill we’re willing to die on
• How millennial moms are parenting Gen Alpha kids with humor and healing
• A throwback list: You Know You’re a Millennial If… (spoiler: it includes Lisa Frank, TGIF, and burning CDs)
• A heartfelt pep talk reminding moms that we’re not cringe—we’re classic

Who should listen?

• Millennial moms born between 1981–1996
• Anyone who grew up with dial-up internet, Dunkaroos, and emotional attachments to boy bands
• Moms looking for laughter, connection, and a dose of mom-realness

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

In this episode, I’m joined by two incredible women who’ve shaped the world of sports media while raising families and breaking barriers, Jenn Hildreth, Emmy-winning ESPN broadcaster, and Aimee Leone, VP of Talent Relations at Fox Sports and a longtime NBC alum.

Together, they co-authored Tough as a Mother, a powerful collection of essays from iconic athletes and broadcasters like Alex Morgan, Becky Lynch, Hannah Storm, and more, sharing the often messy, emotional, and inspiring truth about working motherhood.

🔥 What You’ll Hear In This Episode:

• The behind-the-scenes reality of being a mom in high-stakes sports media
• How they’ve handled mom guilt, road trips, and missed bedtimes
• How motherhood has actually made them better at their jobs
• What still needs to change for working moms in male-dominated industries
• Why telling these stories out loud matters—for us and for the next generation

Whether you're a sports fan or just love a good motherhood story, this episode is packed with honesty, humor, and heart.

📚 Resources & Links:

• Get your copy of Tough as a Mother: https://amzn.to/4lbsT97
• Connect with them on Instagram: @toughasamother_book

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

In this  episode, I sit down with Wendy Snyder, a positive parenting educator, family life coach, and founder of the Fresh Start Family program. Wendy shares her journey from feeling stuck in reactive parenting patterns like yelling, threats, and overwhelm, to creating a home rooted in peace, connection, and firm, loving boundaries.

Together, we dive into what it actually looks like to parent with empathy and strength, why ditching punishment doesn't mean raising permissive kids, and how breaking generational cycles can start with one small “yes.”

If you're craving less yelling and more cooperation in your home, this episode is packed with actionable tools and honest encouragement to help you lead with integrity, joy, and purpose.

In this episode, we cover:

• How to discipline without fear, threats, or punishment
• What “related, reasonable, and respectful” discipline actually looks like
• The power of logical consequences that connect, not divide
• How to parent strong-willed “cactus kids” with confidence and compassion
• The first steps to breaking painful generational parenting cycles
• How self-awareness and self-acceptance change everything

Connect with Wendy Snyder:

Website: https://freshstartfamilyonline.com/

Podcast show URL: https://freshstartfamilyonline.com/show/

Social Handles: (DM the word "Pancakes")

Instagram: @freshstartwendy / https://www.instagram.com/freshstartwendy/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@wendysnyder-freshstartfamily
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshstartfamily
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-snyder-freshstartonline

Learning Resources:

• FREE Quick Start Learning Bundle: 3 Secrets to Thriving with Strong-Willed Kids! (includes downloadable learning guide & interactive online workshop) https://freshstartfamilyonline.com/power
• Grab Wendy’s signature Firm and Kind Parenting Blueprint for setting firm and kind limits with your kids.  https://freshstartfamilyonline.com/firm-kind-blueprint

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

This is a throwback to an episode that originally aired on April 28, 2023

Today I am sitting down with Mary Henricks from The Very Mary Life Podcast. We had  a momversation about what it's like when your baby turns 1, what to say when people ask, "When are you going to have another?", how to know when you are done having kids, and why motherhood often feels lonely.

You can follow Mary on social media @theverymarylife,  listen to her podcast The Very Mary Life Podcast or visit her blog The Very Mary Life

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

Parenting teens can feel like navigating an emotional obstacle course—with eye rolls, slammed doors, and the constant question: “Am I doing this right?” In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I’m joined by the creators of Cultivateen Roots, a course designed to help parents understand their teens, build stronger communication, and foster independence without losing connection.

We talk about what’s really going on in the teen brain, why your teen might be pushing you away, and how to set boundaries that actually bring you closer together. Whether your teen is full of sass, silence, or both—this episode offers practical tools and fresh encouragement for the parenting trenches.

In this episode, we cover:

• The #1 mindset shift that helps you connect with your teen
• How to reopen communication when your teen shuts you out
• What’s happening in the adolescent brain (and why it matters!)
• Tips for setting boundaries while supporting independence
• How to stay calm when your teen is anything but
• Encouragement for parents who feel like it’s “too late” to reconnect

Connect with Cultivateen Roots:
Instagram: @cultivateenroots 
Tiktok: @cultivateenroots 
website: www.cultivateenroots.com. 
Podcast listeners can you use the code PANCAKES for 20% off our course

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I’m joined by Shelby Merrill, mom of two and founder of the Car Seat Scrub Club. Shelby turned a super relatable pain point (hello, sticky, snack-filled car seats!) into a business that helps busy parents breathe easier. She picks up dirty car seats, deep cleans them at her home, and delivers them fresh and spotless the next day.

We chat about how Shelby started her business, the not-so-glamorous side of cleaning up after other people’s kids, which car seat brands are easiest (or hardest!) to deal with, and how she balances her business with motherhood. This episode is packed with inspiration for any mom with an idea, a hustle, or a pile of crushed crackers in the back seat.

🎧 What You’ll Hear:

• How Shelby came up with the Car Seat Scrub Club
• The real condition of most car seats (you’ll cringe!)
• Why some car seat manufacturers make cleaning extra hard
• Shelby’s journey from idea to full-blown business
• The challenges—and funny moments—of working from home as a mom
• Encouragement for moms thinking about launching a biz of their own

🔗 Connect with Shelby:
Instagram: @carseatscrubclub
Tiktok: shelbymerrill_
Website for courses- www.carseatscrubclub.com/scrubclubcourse

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

We’re bringing back one of our all-time favorite episodes of The Burnt Pancakes Podcast! If you’re expecting a baby, dreaming up future kid names, or just obsessed with baby name meanings and trends, you’ll love this fun and insightful conversation.

In this re-aired momversation, I chat with Amber—the one and only Name Fairy—a professional baby name consultant who helps families find names that feel just right.

✨ Whether you’re searching for unique baby names, timeless classics, or want to avoid the top 10 most popular names of the year, Amber has you covered with expert advice and intuitive guidance.

In this episode, we cover:

👶 How to Choose the Perfect Baby Name – Amber breaks down how to find a name that fits your family’s personality, heritage, and values.
📊 Most Popular Baby Names – Hear the names that topped the charts and why they’re trending.
🔮 Predictions for Future Baby Name Trends – From nature-inspired to nostalgic throwbacks, find out what names are on the rise.
💫 Magical, Personalized Name Suggestions – Even though I'm not planning on growing my family, Amber created name ideas that reflect our family’s vibe—and they were so good.

So if you’re in the baby name brainstorming stage, curious about current naming trends, or just want to hear from a real-life name whisperer, this episode is the perfect listen.

🎧 Hit play and enjoy this encore of one of our most-loved episodes!

📱Follow Amber for more name inspo on Instagram and TikTok: @thenamefairy

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

As a mom, I've watched my kids become seemingly mesmerized by their screens, and it's a struggle I know many parents face today. 

Join me, Katie Fenske, on this magical journey as I welcome Susie Spikol, a naturalist and the author of "Forest Magic for Kids," to the Burnt Pancakes Podcast. 

We share heartfelt stories and practical advice on how to rekindle your child's connection to nature amidst the overwhelming allure of technology. This episode is packed with inspiration and tools to help you encourage outdoor play that nurtures creativity, resilience, and a lifelong love for the natural world.

Together with Susie, we explore the incredible benefits of outdoor adventures, from climbing trees to hiking, all while balancing those ever-present parental safety concerns. 

Connect with Susie Spikol:
Her Book: https://amzn.to/4mDRJR2
Website: https://susiespikol.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-spikol-53500a238/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiespikol/reels/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susie.spikolfaber/

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_