Do you rotate between 14 water bottles, 9 abandoned hobbies, and a million tabs open—in your brain and your browser? Same. And no, you're not lazy… you might just have ADHD.

This episode dives into the misunderstood world of ADHD in women with ADHD coach and author Meredith Carder. We’re talking late diagnoses, why your anxiety meds might not actually be helping, and the emotional exhaustion that comes from masking your symptoms and trying to be everything to everyone. If you've ever felt like a “hot-mess express” running on caffeine and chaos... buckle up. 

You're about to feel seen.

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Ever feel like you and your partner are speaking totally different languages when it comes to parenting? Whether it’s discipline, routines, or screen time, not being on the same page can leave you feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and ready to throw in the towel.

In this episode, we’re joined by parenting expert Amy McCready, founder of Positive Parenting Solutions and creator of the 7-Step Parenting Success System. She’s also the author of two best-selling books and a mom of two grown sons—so she’s been there!

We chat with Amy about:

How to uncover the real issues behind parenting conflicts

Why consistency is crucial—and how to actually get there as a team

Tools to turn daily disagreements into a united front

You’ll walk away with actionable tips to help you and your co-parent stop the power struggles and parent with more confidence (and a lot less stress).

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Ever silently begged your child to just try the mashed potatoes so Aunt Donna doesn’t take it personally (again)? If the thought of managing your kid’s picky eating and navigating the buffet of unsolicited opinions at holiday dinners makes you want to hide in the pantry with a bottle of gravy-this episode is your survival guide.

We’re joined by Jordyn Koveleski Gorman, a licensed speech-language pathologist and feeding specialist (and mom of 3) who helps families handle selective eating without shame, stress, or bribing with cookies. She breaks down why holiday picky eating isn’t your fault, how to prep your kid and your relatives for the chaos of big meals, and why it’s totally OK to feed your kid a full lunch before Thanksgiving dinner.

You’ll walk away with real talk, hilarious validation, and holiday picky eating tips for kids that actually work…no food fights, guilt trips, or side-eye from Grandma required.

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Check out  Eat, Play, Say: https://www.eatplaysay.com/ 

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Ever threaten to take away screen time… only to hand the iPad back 10 minutes later just so you can finish your coffee in peace? 🙋‍♀️ Been there, done that, bought the glitter sticker chart — and guess what? Still got meltdowns.

If you’ve been asking yourself, “Why isn’t this working?!” When it comes to behavior, emotional outbursts, and your kid’s total refusal to put on shoes, this episode is for you.

Clinical psychologist and author Dr. Doug Bolton joins us to break down why sticker charts, yelling, and bribery don’t fix the problem and what to do instead to help kids with emotional regulation and actually build resilience.

You’ll learn why your kid’s “misbehavior” is really stressful behavior, how to manage your own adult meltdowns, and how to repair the relationship (without the guilt spiral). Bonus: there's a simple strategy for staying calm when your kid is blowing a whistle at full volume indoors. (Yes, really.)

🎧 Hit play to learn how to help kids with emotional regulation and maybe calm your own nervous system while you’re at it.

Resources We Shared:

Learn more about Doug Bolton, PhD HERE

Grab his book, Untethered: Creating Connected Families, Schools and Communities to Build a Resilient Generation

Snapped at your kid and instantly regretted it? Grab our FREE guide—3 Actions To Take After You Say Something You Regret—and reconnect in less than 17 seconds.

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Think gossip is bad? Think again.

In this powerful and hilarious chat, Tova Leigh, author of Good Girls Gossip, performer, and unapologetic truth-teller shows us why “gossip” used to mean female friendship, and how it became a weapon to silence women. From calling out online trolls to creating safe spaces for women to connect, Tova shares how reclaiming our voices (and our group chats) is actually a radical act of empowerment.

If you’ve ever been told you talk too much, have too many opinions, or “shouldn’t say that out loud,” this one’s for you.

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You asked them to put on their shoes for the fifth time… someone’s crying, someone’s chasing the dog with a sock, and suddenly—you snap. You yell. And now you’re left feeling awful, googling “How to fix emotional damage in 3 minutes or less.”

You’re not a bad mom- you’re a real one.

This episode is your lifeline after a blow-up. You’ll learn the 3-step strategy to repair the connection (without the awkward “sooo… you want ice cream?”), how to stop the guilt spiral before it swallows you, and why one moment doesn’t define your parenting.

Messy moments happen. It’s what you do after that matters.

Resources We Shared:

Want fewer meltdowns and more magic this season? Join our free Happy Holidays, Happier Kids Challenge. 3 days to calmer kids and a more joyful home, happening Nov. 10–12th! Grab your spot now! > https://www.balanceformoms.com/holiday-challenge

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What if motherhood didn’t have to feel like a never-ending to-do list? In this down to earth conversation, author and mom of three Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt shares how she’s learning to quiet negative self-talk, redefine control as an oldest child, and find peace amid the chaos of parenting. 

From her daily Transcendental Meditation practice to the healing power of animals (and her new children’s book Kat and Brandy), this episode is a reminder that motherhood isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence, self-compassion, and bravery.

Resources:

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Ever feel like you’re sprinting through life with no finish line in sight? You’re not alone.

In this powerful conversation, Amanda Goetz, two-time founder, four-time CMO, and author of Toxic Grit: How to Have It All and Actually Love What You Have, breaks down why so many moms fall into “hustle without intention.” She shares how to recognize when you’re running on empty, the 10 “characters” that define your daily roles, and why giving yourself permission to rest doesn’t make you lazy—it makes you whole.

If you’ve been stuck in survival mode, this episode will help you rewrite your script and finally feel like you again.

Resources:

Want fewer meltdowns and more magic this season? Join our free Happy Holidays, Happier Kids Challenge—3 days to calmer kids and a more joyful home, happening Nov. 10–12th! Grab your spot now!

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Feeling guilty every time you hand your kid a tablet? You’re not alone. In this refreshingly real conversation, we break down the shame spiral around kids and screens — and show you how to finally drop it for good. Because, believe it or not, the research on using gamification in education is incredibly positive.

Our guest, Ash Brandin — better known online as The Gamer Educator and author of the bestselling book Power On: Managing Screen Time to Benefit the Whole Family — shares how parents can rethink “good” and “bad” screen time, set healthy boundaries, and even spot hidden learning moments in video games.

Get ready to feel confident (and guilt-free!) about your family’s tech habits again.

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Want fewer meltdowns and more magic this season? Join our free Happy Holidays, Happier Kids Challenge—3 days to calmer kids and a more joyful home, happening Nov. 10–12th! Grab your spot now!

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It starts with Halloween candy and ends with New Year’s burnout. Every year, moms go into the holidays with big dreams of “magic” — only to end up exhausted, frazzled, and running on leftover cookie crumbs.

In this episode, we break down the five biggest wellness traps moms fall into between October and December — and how to escape them with simple, sanity-saving shifts. From saying “no” without guilt to reclaiming your sleep and your peace, this conversation will help you enjoy the holidays without losing yourself in the process.

Because your peace isn’t optional—it’s essential.

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