Today, we wrap up our season with an episode all about transitions and change. With the start of 2024 and Kate’s 6-month move to Japan, this topic feels ripe with opportunity. In this conversation, we dive into all of the transitional moments and changes we experience in motherhood, both big and small.

Don’t worry, we will be back in February for more inspiring conversations and interviews for mothers everywhere.

Learn more about Kate Kripke at https://www.katekripke.com and on instagram at @katekripke 

Interested in learning more about her Calm Connection System Program and see if you qualify? Book your FREE call to learn more at https://www.calmconnectionsystem.com/call-ig

Learn more about Deb Rubin at https://motherdaughterjourney.co and on instagram at @themotherdaughterjourney. Deb’s 2024 workshops are now available open for early registration.

And… If you liked this podcast episode, please consider sharing with just one other mom out there who might find it useful. Let’s spread the love and make sure that nobody mothers alone.

In this episode Kate and Deb discuss mom rage, inspired by last week’s chat with Caitlin Murray. We talk about the difference between anger and rage, when it’s problematic and ways to manage it.

Some good books around mom anger include: Mom Rage: The Everyday Crisis of Modern Motherhood by Minna Dubin and How to Be a Calm Parent: Lose the guilt, control your anger and tame the stress - for more peaceful and enjoyable parenting and calmer, happier children too by Sarah Ockwell-Smith.

Disclosure, Kate and Deb have not read these books yet, although they come highly recommended by trusted resources.

If you are struggling with rage to a degree where you worry about your safety or the safety of someone else, please seek support.

Learn more about Kate Kripke at https://www.katekripke.com and on instagram at @katekripke 

Interested in learning more about her Calm Connection System Program and see if you qualify? Book your FREE call to learn more at https://www.calmconnectionsystem.com/call-ig

Learn more about Deb Rubin at https://motherdaughterjourney.co and on Instagram at @themotherdaughterjourney.

Deb’s 2024 workshops are now available open for early registration at https://motherdaughterjourney.co/

And… If you liked this podcast episode, please consider sharing with just one other mom out there who might find it useful. Let’s spread the love and make sure that nobody mothers alone.

This week we had the total honor of talking with Caitlin Murray about the role of humor in mothering. We dive into the backdrop of Caitlin’s amazing Instagram feed (you likely know it, she has over a million followers!) Called Big Time Adulting, and we talk honestly and authentically about the role that humor (and connection) plays in getting us through the toughest mothering moments and connecting with others in the process.

Caitlin Murray is a humorist, content creator, writer, podcaster, mother of three and wife of one. She is the creator of Big Time Adulting. In 2016, Caitlin’s oldest child was diagnosed with Leukemia at age three. Caitlin began sharing with family and friends about their journey and, specifically, her experience as a mother. Caitlin started her Instagram account in 2018 and has amassed over a million followers who appreciate her for her honest and humorous takes on motherhood.

Find Caitlin on Instagram @bigtimeadulting or on her podcast Big Time Adulting anywhere you find your podcasts

Learn more about Kate Kripke at https://www.katekripke.com and on Instagram at @katekripke 

Interested in learning more about her Calm Connection System Program and see if you qualify? Book your FREE call to learn more at https://www.calmconnectionsystem.com/call-ig

Learn more about Deb Rubin at https://motherdaughterjourney.co and on Instagram at @themotherdaughterjourney

Interested in learning more about Deb’s workshops, join her for a free Webinar on December 14th. In this webinar Deb will talk about how to get your daughter to talk to you. https://motherdaughterjourney.co/webinar

And…If you liked this podcast episode, please consider sharing with just one other mom out there who might find it useful. Let’s spread the love and make sure that nobody mothers alone.

In this episode Kate and Deb discuss the integrative therapeutic approach called Internal Family Systems therapy and how to use it with mothering.

The Internal Family Systems Model is an approach to individual psychotherapy developed by Richard C. Schwartz in the 1980s. It combines systems thinking with the view that the mind is made up of relatively discrete sub-personalities, each with its own unique viewpoint and qualities.

By learning how different parts function as a system and how the overall system reacts to other systems and other people, people in therapy can often become better able to identify the roots of conflict, manage any complications arising, and achieve greater well-being.

The IFS model has 5 basic assumptions:

• The human mind is subdivided into an unknown number of parts.
• Each person has a Self, and the Self should be the chief agent in coordinating the inner family.
• Parts engaging in non-extreme behavior are beneficial to the individual. There is no such thing as a “bad part.” Therapy aims to help parts discover their non-extreme roles.
• Personal growth and development leads to the development of the internal family. Interactions between parts become more complex, allowing for systems theory to be applied to the internal system. Reorganization of the internal system may lead to rapid changes in the roles of parts.
• Adjustments made to the internal system will result in changes to the external system and vice versa. Therefore, both the internal and external systems need to be adequately assessed.

Disclosure, Deb has been studying IFS for about 4 years and attempted to give a very simple description of the practice so listeners can start to understand the concept. This practice has many terms that she did not go into such as; “managers, firefighters, blending, unburdening” and so on. This was intentional because Kate and Deb did not want to overwhelm the listener. There are many great resources to deepen your understanding of this model, but some great book recommendations include “The Sum of All Parts” and “No Bad Parts” both by Richard Schwartz.

Thanks for listening and enjoy the show.

Today we dive deep into a post that went viral on Kate’s Instagram Feed. Tens of Thousands of women responded to this post and said that they had never felt so heard and validated in their lives. So, we break down these 4 reasons in detail and give concrete examples of what you can do to reduce your worry, guilt, and overwhelm.

Remember to share your feedback with us! We always want to hear from you. Email [email protected]

To learn more about Kate and her work visit www.katekripke.com and follow her on her IG feed @katekripke

To watch a free 30-minute webinar on the three things that lead to reduced worry and guilt in motherhood visit: https://www.calmconnectionsystem.com/register-ig

To schedule a FREE call with Kate to discuss how she can support you to both mother well and pursue your career goals, visit: 

https://www.calmconnectionsystem.com/call-ig

To learn more about Deb and her work and to register for her newsletter and sign up for her workshops visit: www.motherdaughterjourney.co

In this episode, we begin by updating each other on where they’re at in our parenting journey. This led us to a conversation about a recent article we read that inspired us: Maybe Bad Grades Aren’t That Bad. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/23/opinion/grade-inflation-high-school.html

We started to explore the journey or sometimes race that our kids partake in regarding grades, pressure, self-motivation, and of course, personal responsibility. We also talk about achievement and different learning styles. Thanks for listening and hope you enjoy the show.

Want us to answer your questions in our next Q and A episode? Record a question and email it to us at [email protected]

To learn more about Deb Rubin and her work visit https://motherdaughterjourney.co/ and follow her on Instagram @themotherdaughterjourney

To learn more about Kate and her work visit www.katekripke.com and follow her on Instagram @katekripke

To book your FREE call with Kate to discuss her 12-week program for moms struggling with anxiety and mom-guilt go to: https://www.calmconnectionsystem.com/call-ig

Today we answer YOUR questions!

You ask, and we answer.  Today we dive into the following:

1. What do I do if I am worried about who my kids are hanging out with?

2. How do I set boundaries with my kids when I don’t want to be the “bad guy” when divorced or separated?

3. What can I do in those moments when I just feel “over being a mom?”

And more!

Want us to answer your questions in our next Q and A episode? Record a question and email it to us at [email protected]

To learn more about Deb Rubin and her work visit https://motherdaughterjourney.co/ and follow her on instagram @themotherdaughterjourney

To learn more about Kate and her work visit www.katekripke.com and follow her on instagram @katekripke

To book your FREE call with Kate to discuss her 12-week program for moms struggling with anxiety and mom-guilt go to: https://www.calmconnectionsystem.com/call-ig

In this episode, we will explore how to support tweens & teens when choosing how to dress. We discuss this complicated issue for parents as we unpack what is culture and trend, what is “appropriate” and what are our own triggers that get mixed up in the process. This is no easy topic and no right answer. But we left you with some questions to ask yourself when wrestling through this and questions and convos to ask your kiddos so we can continue to help them be critical thinkers.

Some questions you might want to ask yourself are:

1. How am I getting hooked by gender stereotyping?

2. Have I explained to my kids that no matter what you wear, people will make a quick (and powerless I might add) judgment of you? 

3. Have you discussed the importance of not judging others for the way they’re dressed?

4. Have you explained that it's ok and normal to want to feel attractive to others, and that doesn’t mean that you want to have sex or are attention-seeking?

5. Have you discussed how industries will promote clothes to the pop culture that is historically based on the traditional male gaze which is an old message of men feeling entitled to women’s bodies? (yes that’s a big one)

6. Have you talked about the fashion industry and how it affects the environment and body shaming culture? 

Try answering these 5 questions before discussing.

• What are appropriate clothes?

• Are the clothes appropriate for the weather?

• Do they still fit you?

• Are they appropriate for the activity they are wearing them
• Are the clothes or brands aligned with your values; ethically sourced, environmentally friendly, do they pay their workers adequate wages, are they made in all sizes for all body types, 

• When wearing the clothes, do you feel physically comfortable?
• When wearing the clothes, how do you feel about yourself? 




Interested in talking with Kate about her 12-week Calm Connection System program? Book a free call at: https://www.calmconnectionsystem.com/call-ig




Kids and Clothing | Motherhood Uncut Podcast | Season 4 Episode 1

In this season 4 finale, Kate digs into Mom Guilt—what it is, how it actually serves us, and what to do about it.

To learn about Kate visit: https://www.katekripke.com

To learn more about and register for Kate’s Fall Healthy Mom Bootcamp, visit: https://www.katekripke.com/bootcamp and use code motherhooduncut at checkout for a 20% discount

To learn about Deb visit: https://motherdaughterjourney.co

To learn more about and register for her fall mother-daughter workshops visit: https://motherdaughterjourney.co/classes-and-workshops

This week, Kate and Deb talk with Single mom, entrepreneur, women’s empowerment coach, and all-out rockstar Alison Rothman. Alison shares her journey through single-motherhood with vulnerability, grace, and true determination.

Alison Rothman MA CYT, is a Body-Centered Holistic Empowerment Coach, Emotional Doula, Guide, Mentor, and Transformational Group Facilitator with over 25 years of study and experience in somatic healing arts and therapies, yoga and meditation, authentic embodiment practices, and holistic healing channels. Through her extensive studies, practices, and experiences she provides clients and students with the ability to tap into their innate inner resource, release debilitating life patterns, and reclaim their body, mind, heart, and soul connection so as to access their true selves empowering them to live life awake, embodied, and in alignment. In addition to her one-on-one work she facilitates retreats and events, runs women’s groups (both virtual and in person), writes, speaks and is the host of the podcast "Embodied and Awake." She lives in beautiful Boulder, Colorado with her partner and teenage son.  

• Website: www.embodymylife.com or www.alisonrothman.com (in process of transferring to the later...)
• Sign up for Weekly-ish Newsletter, Embodied Wisdom: https://embodymylife.mykajabi.com/opt-in 
• Awakening in Midlife: A Therapeutic Coaching Experience for Women 40-55 (Group and Individual - In Person and Virtual Options): https://www.embodymylife.com/awakening-in-midlife
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/embody_life/

• Learn more about Kate at https://www.katekripke.com/
• To register for Kate’s Healthy Mom Bootcamp starting in September: https://www.katekripke.com/bootcamp
• Use code Motherhooduncut at check out for 20% off gift from Kate
• Follow Kate on IG: @katekripke

• Learn more about Deb at https://motherdaughterjourney.co/
• Register for Deb’s upcoming workshops: https://motherdaughterjourney.co/classes-and-workshops
• Follow Deb on IG: @themotherdaughterjourney

Head on over to @leelainspired on Instagram to get in on their stacking bracelet giveaway (and check out their summer styles while they last!)