What if the thing you’ve been avoiding is exactly what you need to grow? In this episode of the Successful Mama Podcast, we sit down with Robin Dauma, a former educator turned entrepreneur and mom of four grown children who shares powerful insights about parenting, resilience, and taking bold steps—like biting the blue apple. 🍏💙

We explore the importance of letting your kids take on challenges, even when it’s hard, because that’s where growth happens. You’ll hear how seeds of effort are constantly being planted, often in ways you don’t see until they bloom into something bigger. And the core of this conversation is about taking risks and embracing the unknown—whether that’s for yourself or for your kids. After all, you’ll never know what a blue apple tastes like unless you take that first bite.

This episode is filled with wisdom, honest reflections, and practical takeaways for moms who want to help their kids—and themselves—build resilience and embrace the unexpected.

Tune in for a conversation that just might inspire you to bite your own blue apple.

In this special episode, I’m taking you along on a French Fry Crawl with three amazing returning guests: Rachel Brown, Lauren Hooper, and Katiya McKinney. What’s a French Fry Crawl, you ask? Think bar crawl—but with fries, laughs, and meaningful conversations about motherhood.

We hit a few local spots to try some of the best fries around and talked about everything from finding balance to motherhood theme songs. There were plenty of laughs, honest moments, and takeaways I think you’ll really enjoy.

So, grab your favorite snack, and come along for the ride as we dive into fries, fun, and some good old-fashioned real talk about life as moms.

🎧 Oh, and if you want to learn more about my guests, you can check out Lauren’s episode (#12), Rachel’s episode (#54), and Katia’s episode (#68) in the archives!

In this heartfelt episode of the Successful Mama Podcast, I sit down with Lacey Schoff, the founder of Ryker’s Rainbow, to talk about the motherhood story she never expected to be her own. She shares the raw reality of experiencing infant loss and how she turned unimaginable grief into a powerful mission to support others.

Lacey opens up about the deep emotions she faced after losing her son, Ryker, and how she and her husband navigated their grief together. She shares the support they received, the struggles they encountered, and how they saw an opportunity to serve other families walking a similar path—leading to something much bigger than they ever imagined.

We dive into the truth about loss, healing, and how hope can emerge from the hardest seasons of life.

Whether you've experienced loss yourself, know someone who has, or simply want to hear a story of resilience and purpose, this episode is for you.

We’re two weeks into the new year, and whether you’ve already set specific goals, skipped resolutions altogether, or feel like you’re losing focus, this episode is for you.

I’m sharing:

It’s not January 1st anymore, but the year is still fresh. Let’s talk about staying intentional and daring to take meaningful steps forward. Plus, I’ve got a surprise announcement that you don’t want to miss!

This week, I sit down with Rachael Harms Mahlandt, a mom of two from Portland, Oregon, who is on a mission to bring joy and whimsy back into adulthood. Through her creative outlets—like mini pottery, photography, and her unique dinoramas (yes, you read that right—dino-ramas with dinosaurs!)—she has found ways to connect with her community and share the joy that fills her life.

We talk about how she turned her love for the little things into a source of connection for others, creating sidewalk joy and moments of wonder for her neighbors. She opens up about reclaiming fun and freedom as an adult—whether it’s crafting tiny worlds to share or finding ways to make everyday life a little brighter—and why it’s so important to hold on to the things that make you happy.

This conversation is full of reminders about what matters most, from finding joy in your own life to showing your kids that creativity and wonder don’t have to stop when you grow up. If you’ve ever wanted to add a little more magic to your days, this episode is for you.

You’re not going to want to miss this 6-week mini series as we close out 2024! These replays from last year are just as relevant now, offering reminders that every mom needs during this beautiful but chaotic holiday season. We’re talking about “what moms need to hear” to navigate the last six weeks of the year with purpose and joy. These short episodes are easy to squeeze into your busy schedule and will leave you with food for thought and a simple action step to carry through your week.

You’re not going to want to miss this 6-week mini series as we close out 2024! These replays from last year are just as relevant now, offering reminders that every mom needs during this beautiful but chaotic holiday season. We’re talking about “what moms need to hear” to navigate the last six weeks of the year with purpose and joy. These short episodes are easy to squeeze into your busy schedule and will leave you with food for thought and a simple action step to carry through your week.

You’re not going to want to miss this 6-week mini series as we close out 2024! These replays from last year are just as relevant now, offering reminders that every mom needs during this beautiful but chaotic holiday season. We’re talking about “what moms need to hear” to navigate the last six weeks of the year with purpose and joy. These short episodes are easy to squeeze into your busy schedule and will leave you with food for thought and a simple action step to carry through your week.

You’re not going to want to miss this 6-week mini series as we close out 2024! These replays from last year are just as relevant now, offering reminders that every mom needs during this beautiful but chaotic holiday season. We’re talking about “what moms need to hear” to navigate the last six weeks of the year with purpose and joy. These short episodes are easy to squeeze into your busy schedule and will leave you with food for thought and a simple action step to carry through your week.

You’re not going to want to miss this 6-week mini series as we close out 2024! These replays from last year are just as relevant now, offering reminders that every mom needs during this beautiful but chaotic holiday season. We’re talking about “what moms need to hear” to navigate the last six weeks of the year with purpose and joy. These short episodes are easy to squeeze into your busy schedule and will leave you with food for thought and a simple action step to carry through your week.