Diary of a Cat Mom

By By Dagmar Gatell — Creator & Host of Diary of a Cat Mom

Diary of a Cat Mom is a reflective cat podcast created and hosted by Dagmar Gatell about understanding cats more deeply — and creating a calmer, more connected life for both you and your cats.

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Diary of a Cat Mom episodes:

April 29, 2026Busy Isn’t Present — What Your Cat Really Needs | Understanding Cats | Ep. 51
Today’s Diary of a Cat Mom entry is a gentle reminder: being busy is not the same as being present.
In caring for our cats, it’s easy to get caught up in tasks—feeding, cleaning, refilling—without truly being there.
But what if those everyday moments could become something deeper?
What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode
Why “being busy” can disconnect you from your cat
How small daily tasks can become meaningful moments
A simple routine shift to feel more present
How your energy affects your cat’s behavior and comfort
Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 – Busy vs. Present
00:12 – Daily Tasks That Take Over
00:24 – The Hidden Cost of Rushing
00:36 – A Simple Routine Shift
00:48 – Turning Tasks Into Connection
01:00 – What Really Matters
Diary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.
Resources for Cat Parents
Everything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.
Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕
Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.
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Connect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱
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April 29, 2026How to Tell If Your Cat Has a Fever (Without Guessing) | Cat Health | Ep. 50
When your cat feels off, quiet, or not quite themselves… it can be hard to know what’s really going on. In this Diary of a Cat Mom entry, I share what helped me move from guessing to knowing—by learning how to check my cat’s temperature safely and correctly.
What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode
Why cats hide illness and what subtle signs to watch for
When your cat’s behavior might indicate a fever
Why forehead thermometers don’t work for cats
The safest and most reliable way to check your cat’s temperature
How this simple step can bring peace of mind
Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 – When your cat feels off
00:10 – Why it’s hard to tell if a cat is sick
00:20 – Subtle signs: quiet, not eating, sleeping more
00:30 – Why forehead thermometers don’t work
00:40 – The correct way to check temperature
00:55 – From guessing to knowing (peace of mind)
Diary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.
Resources for Cat Parents
Everything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.
Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕
Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.
→ Learn More About Becoming a Guest
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-package

Connect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱
Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.
→ Learn More About Sponsorship
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...more
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April 27, 2026Cat Peeing Outside the Litter Box… A Quiet Cry for Help | Cat Behavior | Ep. 49
Sometimes what looks like “bad behavior” in cats is actually a quiet cry for help. In today’s Diary of a Cat Mom podcast entry, I share the story of a cat named Peakaboo — and how one simple change transformed everything.
What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode
Why cats may pee outside the litter box even when healthy
The connection between stress and behavior in cats
How environment and boundaries impact your cat’s well-being
A real-life example of how respecting a cat’s needs changes everything
Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 – When behavior isn’t what it seems
00:15 – Stress vs. sickness in cats
00:35 – Peakaboo’s story
01:00 – The turning point: giving space
01:12 – The lesson: respect their needs
Diary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.
Resources for Cat Parents
Everything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.
Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕
Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.
→ Learn More About Becoming a Guest
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-package

Connect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱
Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.
→ Learn More About Sponsorship
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-sponsor-package
...more
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April 26, 2026Cat Playing With Water Instead of Drinking? Here’s Why | Cat Behavior | Ep. 48
Some cats don’t just drink water… they play with it, splash it, and make a mess everywhere.
In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast entry, I share the story of my Mama Cat and how something that looked like “bad behavior” was actually instinct—and how one simple change solved everything.
What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode
Why some cats don’t like still water
What pawing at water actually means
Why cats prefer moving water
The real reason your cat drinks from the sink
A simple solution that keeps your cat happy (and your floor dry)
Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 – When cats play with water instead of drinking
00:08 – Why still water feels unsafe
00:20 – What pawing at water really means
00:32 – Mama Cat’s water mess
00:45 – Trying different solutions
00:58 – The water fountain that worked
01:10 – What to look for (and avoid)
01:22 – Understanding vs. stopping behavior
Diary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.
Resources for Cat Parents
Everything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.
Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕
Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.
→ Learn More About Becoming a Guest
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-package

Connect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱
Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.
→ Learn More About Sponsorship
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-sponsor-package
...more
2min
April 24, 2026Helping a Shy Cat Build Confidence | Cat Behavior | Ep. 47
Not every cat is naturally confident—and that’s okay.
In today’s diary entry, I’m sharing Wilford’s story. A little cat who didn’t learn how to stand his ground… until someone showed him how.
This Diary of a Cat Mom podcast episode is about patience, presence, and what happens when we believe in someone before they believe in themselves.
What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode
Why some cats struggle with confidence
How early experiences shape cat behavior
Simple ways to support a shy or timid cat
How your presence influences your cat’s behavior
Why confidence can be taught over time
Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 – Today’s diary entry: Helping a cat find confidence
00:08 – Wilford’s early life and lack of guidance
00:22 – Why stepping back isn’t weakness
00:32 – Supporting a shy cat during feeding
00:42 – Setting boundaries with other cats
00:52 – Encouragement and small wins
01:02 – The transformation into confidence
01:10 – Letting go when they no longer need you
01:16 – Reflection: Belief builds confidence

Diary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.
Resources for Cat Parents
Everything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.
Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕
Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.
→ Learn More About Becoming a Guest
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-package

Connect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱
Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.
→ Learn More About Sponsorship
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-sponsor-package
...more
2min
April 23, 2026How My Cats Helped Me Heal My Anxious Attachment Style | Cat Mom Life | Ep. 46
Today’s diary entry is deeply personal.
For most of my life, I lived with an anxious attachment style—fear of abandonment, overthinking, constantly needing reassurance. It shaped how I connected, how I loved, and how I experienced relationships.
But something unexpected happened when I started living with my cats.
In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast episode, I share how their steady, unconditional presence helped me feel safe, stop chasing love, and slowly build a more secure way of connecting—with them, with others, and with myself.
What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode
What an anxious attachment style can feel like in daily life
How cats provide emotional safety without conditions
Why consistent presence changes how we experience love
The shift from seeking reassurance to receiving connection
How healing can happen quietly through everyday moments
Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 – Today’s Diary Entry: Healing Through Cats
00:04 – Living with Anxious Attachment
00:15 – How It Showed Up in Relationships
00:28 – What Changed with My Cats
00:40 – Learning to Receive Love Instead of Chasing It
00:55 – Building a More Secure Connection
01:05 – Reflection & Closing
Diary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.
Resources for Cat Parents
Everything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.
Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕
Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.
→ Learn More About Becoming a Guest
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-package

Connect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱
Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.
→ Learn More About Sponsorship
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-sponsor-package
...more
2min
April 21, 2026Why a Robot Pet Isn’t the Same as a Real Cat | Cat Mom Life | Ep. 45
It’s something you’re starting to see more often—ads for robot pets that promise companionship without effort, without responsibility, without disruption.
And for some, that might feel like the perfect solution.
But in today’s Diary of a Cat Mom entry, I reflect on why that idea doesn’t sit right with me… and what feels deeply missing when connection comes without care.
Because for me, having a cat has never just been about comfort—it’s about presence, responsibility, and growth.
What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode
Why robot pets can feel appealing—but incomplete
The deeper role responsibility plays in real companionship
How caring for a cat creates emotional growth
What makes a living connection fundamentally different from a programmed one
Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 — Today’s Diary Entry Begins
00:05 — Seeing Robot Pet Ads Everywhere
00:15 — Companionship Without Responsibility
00:30 — What Feels Missing
00:45 — Why Responsibility Creates Connection
00:58 — Real Growth Comes From Caring
01:08 — Closing Reflection
Diary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.
Resources for Cat Parents
Everything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.
Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕
Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.
→ Learn More About Becoming a Guest
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-package

Connect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱
Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.
→ Learn More About Sponsorship
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-sponsor-package
...more
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April 20, 2026Cat Spaying Isn’t Optional… It’s Responsibility | Cat Health | Ep. 44
Today’s diary entry touches on something deeper than most cat lovers expect: the reality of cat overpopulation.
When you first see kittens, it feels like joy. But behind that moment is a cycle that moves fast—pregnancy at just a few months old, short gestation periods, and multiple litters each year.
In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast episode, I share what changed for me when I witnessed this firsthand—and why cat spaying and neutering became something I no longer see as optional, but as a responsibility.
What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode
How early cats can become pregnant
Why cat overpopulation happens faster than most people realize
The emotional shift from “cute kittens” to long-term responsibility
Why cat spaying and neutering protects life quality
What real love for cats looks like beyond the moment
Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 – Today’s diary entry: a hard truth
00:10 – How early cats can get pregnant
00:22 – The reality of multiple litters
00:35 – Witnessing overpopulation firsthand
00:48 – The shift: from cute to responsibility
01:00 – Why cat spaying and neutering matters
01:12 – What real love means for cats
01:22 – Closing reflection
Diary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.
Resources for Cat Parents
Everything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.
Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕
Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.
→ Learn More About Becoming a Guest
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-package

Connect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱
Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.
→ Learn More About Sponsorship
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-sponsor-package
...more
2min
April 19, 2026Love Bites? Why Your Cat Nips | Cat Behavior | Ep. 43
Today’s diary entry explores a behavior many cat moms experience—but don’t always understand: love bites.
Those little nips on your fingers, feet, or even your face can feel confusing or frustrating. But what if they’re not aggression at all?
In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast episode, I share what I’ve learned about overstimulation, how to recognize the signs earlier, and how a small shift—from reacting to redirecting—completely changed the dynamic between me and my cats.
This is where I’ve gathered everything that helps me care for my cats and myself:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
What You’ll Learn
Why cats give “love bites” during affection
The difference between aggression and overstimulation
Early signs your cat has had enough
How to redirect your cat’s energy instead of reacting
Why understanding behavior works better than stopping it
Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 – Today’s Diary Entry: Love Bites
00:04 – When Affection Turns Into Nipping
00:18 – It’s Not Aggression—It’s Overstimulation
00:30 – Common Triggers: Petting, Brushing, Hunger
00:40 – The Shift: Recognizing the Moment Earlier
00:50 – Redirecting Energy (Toys, Snacks, Movement)
01:05 – Why Understanding Changes Everything
01:19 – Closing Reflection
Diary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.
Resources for Cat Parents
Everything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.
Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕
Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.
→ Learn More About Becoming a Guest
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-package

Connect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱
Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.
→ Learn More About Sponsorship
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...more
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April 18, 2026I Want to Rescue Them All… But I Can’t | Cat Mom Life | Ep. 42
There’s a moment many cat moms experience—when love expands so much that every cat feels like yours to save.
In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share the emotional weight of wanting to rescue every cat… and the quiet realization that changed everything for me.
This is not about doing less.
It’s about understanding what truly matters—and allowing your love to become focused, grounded, and real.
This is where I’ve gathered everything that helps me care for my cats and myself:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode
Why the desire to rescue every cat can become emotionally overwhelming
The hidden pressure many cat moms carry silently
How shifting perspective can release guilt and sadness
What it means to make a real impact within your limits
How to turn love into grounded, sustainable care
Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 — I Want to Rescue Them All
00:10 — When Love Expands
00:30 — The Reality of Limits
00:50 — When Love Turns Into Sadness
01:05 — Questioning If It’s Enough
01:20 — The Perspective Shift
01:30 — Learning from Mother Teresa
01:40 — Letting Go of the Weight
01:50 — Focusing on What You Can Give
Diary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.
Resources for Cat Parents
Everything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/
About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.
Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕
Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.
→ Learn More About Becoming a Guest
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-package

Connect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱
Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.
→ Learn More About Sponsorship
https://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-sponsor-package
...more
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FAQs about Diary of a Cat Mom:

How many episodes does Diary of a Cat Mom have?

The podcast currently has 131 episodes available.