Council of Moms

What do you do when your teenager has a big dream, but you’re not sure they’re ready to pursue it? Lisa is joined by Amy Hackworth, Erika Price, and Michelle Love-Day to talk about supporting kids as they explore their passions and make decisions about their future. They discuss how to balance encouragement with realistic expectations, help teens consider backup plans, and have honest conversations without making them feel like you don’t believe in them. Most importantly, they explore how to let your kids chase their dreams while helping them prepare for whatever comes next.

No one gave us a manual to raise our kids. Luckily, moms, we’re all in this together. Join the Council of Moms as we tackle the issues we all face as parents–everything from picky eating to anxiety to teaching our kids adulting skills. The Council of Moms covers it all with humor, honesty, compassion, and in-the-trenches experience because we know that the only perfect parent is the one that keeps trying. So come be a part of our council and know that you’re not alone in this. Besides, it’s cheaper than therapy.

What do you do when your mental health is struggling and you feel like you’re not showing up for your kids the way you want to? Lisa is joined by Stacey Morse, Milli Dadson, and Katie Craig to talk about the fear, guilt, and anxiety that can come when you don’t feel like yourself. They discuss asking for help, being honest about where you are emotionally, and remembering that being a good mom doesn’t mean being happy, patient, and available every moment. Most importantly, they talk about how to give yourself grace while you work toward feeling like yourself again.

How do you leave the house with little kids without completely losing your mind? Lisa is joined by Ruth Aguirre, Whitney Call, and Emilie Campbell to talk about the chaos of getting everyone ready, from finding shoes and buckling car seats to dealing with accidents and public meltdowns. They discuss how to manage the anxiety that can come with leaving the house, what to do when kids act out in public, and how parents can make everyday errands feel a little less overwhelming.

No one gave us a manual to raise our kids. Luckily, moms, we’re all in this together. Join the Council of Moms as we tackle the issues we all face as parents–everything from picky eating to anxiety to teaching our kids adulting skills. The Council of Moms covers it all with humor, honesty, compassion, and in-the-trenches experience because we know that the only perfect parent is the one that keeps trying. So come be a part of our council and know that you’re not alone in this. Besides, it’s cheaper than therapy.

What do you do when your child seems to act first and think later? Lisa is joined by Amy Hackworth, Erika Price, and Michelle Love-Day to talk about kids who struggle with forethought and seem genuinely surprised when their choices lead to consequences. They discuss ways parents can help children slow down, think ahead, and understand the connection between their actions and what happens next.

What are the conversations with our kids that we wish we could go back and have sooner? Lisa is joined by Julie Taylor, Tammy Hall, and Geraldine “G” Fitisemanu to talk about the heart-to-hearts, unexpected questions, and moments they didn’t realize were about something deeper until later. They share the conversations they wish they had approached differently, what they learned from those moments, and how listening a little closer can help us understand what our kids are really trying to tell us.

Mornings can feel like a battle before the day has even started. When kids ignore their alarms, resist routines, and need constant reminders to get out the door, how can parents create a morning routine that actually sticks? Lisa is joined by Lindsay Clark, Cree Taylor, and Juhi Raizada to talk about making mornings less stressful, letting go of expectations just a little, and finding a routine that works even when you’re not a morning person yourself.

Kids love a good story, but sometimes their version of a family event gets a little more dramatic, exaggerated, or embarrassing than the original. When an 8-year-old tells a funny family story in public and unintentionally mischaracterizes a parent or the family, how should you respond? Lisa is joined by Amy Hackworth, Erika Price, and Michelle Love-Day to talk about when to let a child’s storytelling run its course, when to step in, and how to teach kids the difference between a great story and a story that crosses a line.

One day they’re your biggest fan, and the next they can barely stand to be in the same room as you. This week, the Council of Moms tackles the emotional transition from raising a cuddly kid to parenting an independent teenager. Lisa Valentine Clark is joined by Tammy Hall, Geraldine “G” Fitisemanu, and Julie Suazo to talk about hurt feelings, backtalk, and shifting relationships.

Keeping kids safe is every parent’s priority but how do you prepare them for real dangers without making the world feel scary? This week, the Council of Moms explores how to have age-appropriate conversations about personal safety, emergencies, and trusting their instincts. Lisa Valentine Clark is joined by Ruth Aguirre, Whitney Call, and Emilie Campbell to share the lessons they’ve taught their own children.

Family dinner is supposed to be the highlight of the day but what if it just feels like another exhausting task? This week, the Council of Moms tackles the pressure to make mealtimes meaningful when schedules are busy, kids are eager to leave the table, and everyone’s running on empty. Stacey Morse, Milli Dadson, and Katie Craig join Lisa Valentine Clark to share practical ideas for creating moments of connection.