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M Is for Mama Podcast

Abbie Halberstadt

164 episodes

On the M is for Mama Podcast, you’ll hear encouragement for all things motherhood, practical helps and systems to help you thrive in your home from day to day, funny, relatable kid-stories, examinations of what the Bible has to say about cultural issues, and so much more!

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  1. Ep. 164: All Things Baby #11!

    · 41 min · S4 E164

    Today’s show is all about Baby Halberstadt #11! I’m answering your FAQs (how I feel, when I’m due, how big our age gap will be, etc.) and chatting about what it’s like to be pregnant at 44. I’m also discussing a…

  2. Ep. 163: Giving Your Kids a Foundation That Lasts (A Chat with Trevin Wax)

    · 42 min · S4 E163

    If the concept of giving your child a firm theological foundation in God’s Word feels overwhelming, today’s episode is for you! Trevin Wax, author of The Gospel Way Catechism for Kids, helps break down the essentials…

  3. Ep. 162: Contentment Breeds Capacity + Big News!

    · 40 min · S4 E162

    Our current culture gives us every reason to make excuses for our lack of capacity: circumstances, trauma, personality, etc. But what if we truly believed that God’s Word and power truly have everything we need for…

  4. Ep. 161: I’ve Loved You from the Start (A Chat with Tabitha Paige)

    · 37 min · S4 E161

    Bestselling children’s author + illustrator, Tabitha Paige joins me on this episode to talk about her precious new book, I’ve Loved You From the Start. She shares the deeply personal story behind its creation…

  5. Ep. 160: She Reads Truth (A Chat with Rachel Myers)

    · 45 min · S4 E160

    If you know one thing about me, it’s that I think you should read your Bible. A lot. And then read it some more. And this episode’s guest agrees with me! Raechel Myers, co-founder of She Reads Truth, joins me to talk…

  6. Ep. 159: A Biblical Look at Sleep Training (A Chat with Jessie Martin)

    · 1 h 01 min · S4 E159

    If you have questions about sleep training, this is the show for you! Not only is Jessie Martin a pediatric sleep specialist who has helped numerous clients find the best plan for optimizing sleep in their individual…

  7. Ep. 158: WWKW (Dating + Friendships + Sibling Relationships)

    · 45 min · S4 E158

    We’re back with another round of Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday, podcast style after a long break! This episode, I’m tackling your questions about teen dating guidelines, how to move forward after a friendship breakup,…

  8. Ep. 157: Built on Faith (A Chat with Dr. Ben Carson)

    · 38 min · S4 E157

    Today’s show welcomes Dr. Ben Carson who shares with us about how the Lord grabbed ahold of his life in his teens and had guided him ever since—through an illustrious medical career, influential positions in…

  9. Ep. 156: Teaching Toddler Theology (A Chat with Lauren Groves)

    · 38 min · S4 E156

    If you’ve ever struggled with how to convey deep theological concepts in a simple way to your toddlers, this episode is for you! In it, we talk about the common obstacles that keep parents of young children from…

  10. Ep. 155: Double Delights (A Chat with Evy and Nola Halberstadt)

    · 46 min · S4 E155

    My twin girls, Evy and Nola, are some of the most delightful humans I know, and they join me on the show to chat all things Double Delights (the baking book they wrote with me). We talk about how much we learned in…

  11. Ep. 154: Does It Really Take a Village? (A Chat with Jennifer Flanders)

    · 1 h 09 min · S4 E154

    We’re back with season 4 of the M is for Mama podcast, and we’re kicking it off with one of my favorite people, Jennifer Flanders. In this episode, we chat about all things “village” in motherhood. It’s no secret…

  12. Ep. 153: A Candid Q&A About Catholicism—Part 2 (with Pastor Rick Witmer)

    · 1 h 46 min · S3 E153

    In our Part 1 of this series, we answered common questions about Catholicism from the Catholic perspective with help from a Catholic priest. In Part 2, we’re sharing answers from a Protestant viewpoint.The number one…

  13. Ep. 152: A Candid Q&A about Catholicism—Part 1 (with Pastor Rick Witmer)

    · 1 h 35 min · S3 E152

    You asked, we’re answering! After months of receiving questions about Catholicism, I decided it was time to dive in. I’ve invited Wit (my pastor) to join me as we address FAQs about Catholicism from Protestants (Part…

  14. Ep. 151: Why Family Devotionals Matter (With Melissa and Michael Kruger)

    · 45 min · S3 E151

    We know we’re supposed to read the Bible with our kids. But sometimes, we overlook the why of its importance. In this episode, Melissa and Michael Kruger approach the topic of family devotionals in a way that makes it…

  15. Ep. 150: Boyhood Resurrected (A Chat with Rebekah Lovell)

    · 36 min

    If you’ve ever wondered how you’ll survive your boys’ energy and verve for life, if you’ve been concerned the walls might not be standing by the time they leave the house, and if you’ve racked your brain for productive…

  16. Ep. 149: Raising “Successful” Young Adults (A Chat with Jonathan Brush)

    · 54 min · S3 E149

    Are we willing our young adults for success as they go out into the world, and are we even defining success correctly? These questions are just two of the many I tackle with my guest, Jonathan Brush from Unbound…

  17. Ep. 148: WWKW (May 2026)

    · 1 h 01 min · S3 E148

    In our last Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday episode of this podcast season, I share several tidbits of exciting news from our family (hint: Europe 2.0, baby!), answer your burning questions about toddlers, and so much…

  18. Ep. 147: Prepping for Postpartum (A Chat with Anne Marie Williams)

    · 52 min · S3 E147

    Postpartum is such a special time in every mom’s life, but it can also has its fair share of challenges: hormonal shifts, sleepless nights, and physical recovery, to name a few. Our guest Anne Marie Williams is here…

  19. Ep. 146: The Piggybank Playbook (A Chat with Bryant Greening)

    · 31 min · S3 E146

    If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s desire to have a lemonade stand is an indication of future financial stewardship or a glimmer of true entrepreneurial spirit, you’ll love this episode! Bryant Greening has…

  20. Ep. 145: Contentment for Christian Women (A Chat with Tilly Dillehay)

    · 56 min · S3 E145

    What if we truly believe our contentment were not linked to our circumstances—that we really do have the ability to give thanks in all circumstances, as we’re exhorted to do by Scripture? What would it change? For…

  21. Ep. 144: Healthy Eating Tips for Kids

    · 48 min · S3 E144

    Every week, on Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday, I get asked for tips for picky eaters, how to get kids in the kitchen (without losing your mind), and teaching kids about healthy eating choices. In this episode, we tackle…

  22. Ep. 143: We’re Building Another House!! (Q&A)

    · 41 min · S3 E143

    If you had asked me if I had finding acreage and building another house on my bingo card for 2026, my answer would have been a resounding NO! And yet, here we are! In this episode, I’m tackling a bunch of your FAQs…

  23. Ep. 142: From Administrator to Homeschool Educator (A Chat with Mandy Davis)

    · 50 min · S3 E142

    Homeschool moms, you’re in for a treat as I chat today with Mandy Davis, a former public school administrator turned homeschool educator. In this episode, we talk about her unlikely journey to homeschooling as well as…

  24. Ep. 141: Help! I’m Ruining My Kids! (A Gospel Chat with Abbey Wedgeworth)

    · 47 min · S3 E142

    On today’s show, Abbie and Abbey talk all things grace, mom guilt, and perseverance in motherhood. In a world that can swing from extremes such as try-hard motherhood perfectionism to the “hot mess express” mom,…

  25. Episode 140: Christians and Birth (A Chat with Dannette McGrew)

    · 41 min · S3 E140

    If you’re a Christian and a mother (or soon to become one), this episode is for you! Dannette McGrew, certified birth doula, is on the podcast today to talk about Christians and birth. We discuss everything from…

  26. Ep. 139: Spiritual Self-Talk (The Art of Preaching Truth to Yourself)

    · 42 min · S3 E139

    If you’ve ever found yourself mumbling about what you’re doing in the pantry or asking yourself why you walked into the garage and flipped on the lights, then you’re probably well-versed in the art of talking to…

  27. Ep. 138: Teenage Girls Are Fun (A Q&A with Della)

    · 1 h 02 min · S3 E138

    Today’s episode is extra-special since I have my 15-year-old daughter Della joining me to chat and answer your questions. We talk about what it’s like to be the oldest girl in a large family, how to navigate sibling…

  28. Ep. 137: Taking on Teens (A Chat with RuthAnn Zimmerman)

    · 55 min · S3 E137

    In a world that tells every parent of young children, “Just you wait until they’re teens. Then you’ll really know how bad parenting can be,” RuthAnn Zimmerman and I are here to call hog wash. Yes, teens are a unique…

  29. Ep. 136: Raising Responsible Kids (A Chat with RuthAnn Zimmerman)

    · 46 min · S3 E136

    One of my biggest FAQs involves questions about chores, kids’ responsibilities, and teaching children self-discipline. On this episode, I invite my friend RuthAnn Zimmerman to share her wisdom about intentionally…

  30. Ep. 135: A Marriage Chat with Shaun

    · 33 min · S3 E135

    Today’s episode has a rare treat—an appearance from my husband, Shaun. We tackle some of your burning questions, most notably how to stay connected in seasons of stress, busyness, small children, or all of the above.…

  31. Ep. 134 Kat and Chat (A Conversation with a Kindred-Spirit Mama)

    · 47 min · S3 E134

    Sometimes, you meet someone with whom you instantly click, and it feels like you’ve known each other for decades. That’s how it felt when I found my friend Kat online. We started chatting via DMs, and a couple of…

  32. Ep. 133: “Must Be Nice” (And Other Lies That Steal Our Joy)

    · 33 min · S3 E133

    What if we truly believed God’s power gave us everything we need for life and godliness? That His power really is made perfect in our weakness? That His grace is actually sufficient for every circumstance we encounter?…

  33. Ep. 132: Be a Blessing (The Why Behind Our Family Motto)

    · 43 min · S3 E132

    Y’all asked, and I’m delivering! So many of you wanted a dedicated episode on why “be a blessing” is our family motto and how we practically apply it in our home and community at large. As always, we go back to…

  34. Ep. 131: WWKW (January 2026)

    · 36 min · S3 E131

    Welcome to Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday podcast-style in 2026! In this episode, we’re tackling everything from chores as discipline to whether you can homeschool without a co-op to how to move forward with peace when…

  35. Ep. 130: Six Words for Family Success (A Chat with Arlene Pelicane)

    · 50 min · S3 E130

    One of my favorite things when I have guests on is when they combine biblical principles with actionable steps for more peace, joy, and order in our homes. Arlene Pelicane does this so well in today’s episode in which…

  36. Ep. 129: The Ebb and Flow of Capacity (New Years 2026)

    · 28 min · S3 E131

    Have you ever wondered why you can’t seem to get as much done as you used to? Or, conversely, why something that used to feel overwhelming now seems like not as big a deal? The answer, in a word, might be capacity.…

  37. Ep. 128: WWKW—Christmas Edition 2025

    · 44 min · S3 E128

    All right, friends! We’re answering all things Christmas in this episode. A few years back, I did a Christmas series you guys loved, but it felt like a good time to do a follow up. We talk gifts, keeping Jesus the…

  38. Ep. 127: Kids + Autonomy (Balancing Safety and Responsibility Biblically)

    · 52 min · S3 E127

    If you’ve ever struggled to find the line between teaching your children life skills while also not putting them in dangerous situations, then this episode is for you. In it, we explore what the true purpose of…

  39. Ep. 126: The Joyfulness Challenge

    · 42 min · S3 E126

    During the Christmas season, joy can feel like something we *should* have, even while we struggle to stay afloat with everyday life plus the responsibilities of making magical memories for our children. But what if…

  40. Ep. 125: Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday: Thanksgiving 2025

    · 54 min · S3 E125

    Join in as I answer your burning questions about everything from my favorite Thanksgiving foods to how to handle snarky comments about your family size to how I deal with exhausted days to what I think of all of the…

  41. Ep. 124: Walking Through Grief with Kids (a Chat with Wit)

    · 1 h 07 min · S3 E124

    Join us as we tackle the tricky topic of grief and children. A few weeks ago, a reader whose husband had died under tragic circumstances asked for resources on how to navigate grief with her four children. So I…

  42. Ep. 123: Raising Gender-Confident Kids (with Dr. Jeff Meyers)

    · 47 min · S3 E123

    Whether you have personal experience with a child asking questions about gender or are nervous about how to address issues that might arise from exposure to media or peers, this episode is for you! Dr. Jeff Meyers…

  43. Ep. 122: The Lies of Progressive Christianity and the Next Generation (with Alisa Childers)

    · 58 min · S3 E122

    My friend, Alisa Childers, is back on the podcast to talk about how we can help the next generation—middle schoolers through young adults—to spot and refute the lies of progressive Christianity. We talk about how…

  44. Ep. 121: An Unforgettable Birthday

    · 29 min · S3 E121

    Come along for the ride as I tell you all about the ways my family made my 43rd birthday a magical experience. I pray you’ll be encouraged to press into whatever season you find yourself in, knowing that, regardless…

  45. Ep. 120: Share the Arrows (Highlights and Takeaways)

    · 32 min · S3 E120

    This week’s episode is all about Share the Arrows—a conservative Christian women’s event in Dallas, Tx. I’ve had the honor of being invited to speak and represent the motherhood perspective from a biblical standpoint…

  46. Ep. 119: WWKW Podcast Style (October 2025)

    · 36 min · S3 E119

    We’re back with another episode of Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday in long/form podcast answers. In this show, we tackle everything from toddler expectations to dating guidelines for teens and lots of things in between!…

  47. Ep. 118: Should Women Be Pastors? (A Chat with Pastor’s Wife, Jenn Witmer)

    · 1 h 21 min · S3 E118

    Today, we’re tackling the hot button topic of whether women should be pastors with my own pastor’s wife, Jenn Witmer. As female pastors and clerics become more common, it’s inevitable that even the most traditional…

  48. Ep. 117: Walking With God When I’m Afraid (A Book Chat with Wit)

    · 52 min · S3 E117

    This show tackles such a timely topic for children and parents alike: how to approach anxiety from a biblical perspective. My pastor, Rick Witmer, unpacks his very personal story of struggling with crippling anxiety…

  49. Ep. 116: The Charlie Kirk Effect

    · 52 min · S3 E116

    On September 10, all of America (and the western world, at large) was shocked by the violent assassination of Charlie Kirk. Since then, more words and social media posts have been dedicated to his murder than to any…

  50. Ep. 115: Live Beyond Your Label (A Chat With Erin Kerry)

    · 1 h 01 min · S3 E115

    This episode is a must listen for anyone who’s found themselves looking for answers to questions about the connection between nutrition and our brains, hormones, and overall well-being. Erin Kerry is holistic health…

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