In this week’s episode, we’re catching up on life lately and talking openly about the pressure that starts to build as the holidays get closer. We break down how to stay centered when the season feels demanding, and why choosing contentment over comparison can change the entire tone of this time of year. We also share the birthday and holiday traditions we do with our kids, the simple ones that create consistency and connection without adding stress. It’s a real, honest conversation about finding steadiness during a season that asks a lot of moms.

This week, we’re getting all in our feelings — about motherhood, the holidays, and the tender space of realizing we’re done having babies… even when part of us never truly feels done. 

We talk about the mix of nostalgia and acceptance that comes with closing that chapter, and how the holidays can stir it all up — the gratitude, the chaos, the longing, and the love. We share what it’s like to wish we could go back and mother our older kids with the wisdom and calm we have now, while learning to lean into who we’re becoming in this next season of motherhood. It’s real, emotional, and exactly what so many of us are feeling right now.

This week on The Mom Salon, we’re diving into what really happens after you set a boundary. Following up on last week's episode, we’re exploring the emotional aftermath—yes, the guilt may show up, but so do peace, confidence, and a deep sense of empowerment.

We’re unpacking how holding your ground can feel uncomfortable at first, but ultimately creates the space for healthier relationships and a more grounded version of yourself. It’s not just about drawing lines—it’s about choosing peace for you and your family.

Yes, we repeat, boundaries are a healthy part of a relationship. But just simply knowing that does not make it easier to confidently implement them AND stand by them. Join us as we dive into part 1 of this talk and keep listening as we carry you through holiday season so you too can dare we say ENJOY the months ahead!

✨ New episode is live - she's back!

Leah is back from her kid-free trip to Rome with her husband—and today we’re talking all about it. From the excitement of exploring a new city to the reality of leaving her kids behind, she’s sharing what the experience was actually like.

We dive into the anxiety that comes with traveling as a mom, the guilt that often sneaks in, and the unexpected lessons she learned along the way. 

Whether you’ve taken a trip without your kids or you’re just thinking about it, you’ll relate to the mix of emotions that come with stepping away from motherhood for a little while.

Join us on this week's episode as we unpack (no pun intended) our girl Leah prepping for her trip to Rome with ..drum roll.. ONLY her husband, Jeff! 

Their first ever week long european trip and NO kids. We dive into all the anxiety that comes with prepping for a trip like this while working to real time calm Leah's nerves. 

We also shed light on how personal a decision travel like this is and how there is no right answer just what is best for you!

So whether you are always chasing the next kid free trip or haven't embarked on one yet- this week is a must listen!

This week, Leah and I are diving into a topic that so many moms wrestle with: what does it actually look like to practice contentment in motherhood?

We unpack:
💭 The difference between happiness and contentment
🤔 How easy it is to slip into comparison and “keeping up with the Joneses”
🫶 Our own honest stories of learning (and re-learning) contentment
💡 Tips, encouragement, and little mindset shifts that can make motherhood feel lighter

We also talk about what it’s really like to navigate mom cliques and the ways they can impact how we feel in this season of life.

If you’ve ever found yourself wishing you could just feel content where you are, this one’s for you. Tune in and know you’re not alone. 💗

We all have them — the toxic people in our lives. The ones who drain us, push our boundaries, and sometimes even sneak their way into conversations in front of our kids. In this episode, we aren’t here to help you call anyone out — we’re here to help you call yourself UP.

Together, we unpack what it actually looks like to set higher standards, create realistic boundaries, and walk into situations with a plan (instead of panic). We’ll also talk about how to protect your kids from that toxicity — starting with what we do and don’t say in front of them.

This conversation is for anyone who’s tired of letting toxic people dictate their energy and is ready to protect their peace instead. Boundaries aren’t selfish — they’re survival.

Back-to-school season hits different when you're a mom. How are we already in August? It is a question we ask ourselves daily. 

One minute you're packing lunchboxes and checking supply lists… the next you're crying in the Target parking lot wondering how your baby is already starting kindergarten or walking into middle school, perhaps? 

In this episode, we get honest about all of it—the prep, the pressure, the weird sadness that comes with changing seasons, and the joy of watching our kids grow right in front of us. 

We’re sharing our go-to tips, real-life hacks, and reminders that you’re not the only one feeling all the things right now.
 Because this season? It’s a lot.
 And you don’t have to carry it alone.

🎧 Season 2 of The Mom Salon starts now!

We expect ourselves to just know how to do this motherhood thing—as if instinct alone should carry us through every tantrum, milestone, and hard conversation.

But here’s the truth no one says out loud enough: every time your child enters a new phase, you do too.

In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to be “new” again and again throughout motherhood—and how to let go of the pressure to get it right the first time.

You’re not failing. You’re not behind. You’re just learning alongside them. And that’s not weakness—that’s love in action.

So if you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “I should know how to handle this by now…” —this episode is for you.

Press play, take a deep breath, and remember: we’re all new here.