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Don't Mom Alone Podcast

Don't Mom Alone Podcast

300 episodes

Heather MacFadyen, mother of four boys, connects you the listener with people and resources to help you feel less alone. Consider it an invitation to "withness".

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  1. Understanding Your Teen: What’s Normal and How to Stay Connected *top 10* :: Dr. Nell Bush [Ep 596]

    · 1 h 00 min

    Dr. Nell Bush is a child development specialist, parenting consultant, and co-author of The Parenting Survival Guide. With a Ph.D. and four children of her own, she combines professional expertise with practical wisdom…

  2. When Kids Go Off Script :: Vela Tomba [Ep 595]

    · 47 min

    In The Prodigal’s Mother, author Vela Tomba, a mom of three adult children, helps moms navigate the challenges of parenting adult and young adult kids. Through her own 36-year journey of motherhood, she has learned the…

  3. The Pressure to Do It All: Motherhood and Work :: Melissa Harrison [Ep 594]

    · 54 min

    Melissa Harrison is the President and CEO of 4word, an organization that equips professional Christian women to integrate their faith and work through community, mentoring, and leadership development. 4word creates…

  4. Postpartum Psychosis: A Mother’s Story of Hope & Healing :: Amanda Taylor [Ep 593]

    · 56 min

    Amanda Taylor is the woman behind From Playgrounds to Psych Wards, where she shares her story of postpartum mental illness, recovery, motherhood, faith, and hope. After the birth of her fourth child in 2013, following…

  5. Raising Kids Who Feel Safe Talking to You :: Vicki Courtney *top 10 episode* [Ep 592]

    · 1 h 04 min

    Vicki Courtney is an author, speaker, and mom who has spent years helping parents navigate the hard conversations that come with raising kids in today’s culture. Through her books and ministry, she equips parents to…

  6. 7 Habits of Financially Healthy Women :: Crystal Paine [Ep 591]

    · 49 min

    Today’s guest is Crystal Paine, founder of MoneySavingMom.com and a longtime advocate for helping families save money, manage their finances, and live with greater intention. Crystal is passionate about helping women…

  7. From Control to Peace : A Mom’s Guide to Peace :: Sarah Stephens [Ep 590]

    · 58 min

    As moms, it can be easy to confuse parenting with controlling. We want our children to make wise choices, succeed, and avoid pain. But fear can quickly turn our desire to help into nagging, manipulation, or control.…

  8. The MIL/DIL Relationship: How to Actually Make It Work :: Stacy Reaoch [Ep 589]

    · 46 min

    Family relationships can be complicated! So how do we navigate changing family roles, competing expectations, boundaries, and communication while protecting the relationships that matter most? In this episode, Stacy…

  9. Parenting in the Power of the Holy Spirit :: Jeannie Cunnion *top 10 episode* [Ep 588]

    · 50 min

    We know we are called to parent in the power of the Holy Spirit, but then life comes at us like a train and suddenly we are back to doing everything in our own strength. I know I can easily fall into this trap. I can…

  10. Adult Child Estrangement: What to Do—and How to Hold On to Hope :: Dr. Jim Burns [Ep 587]

    · 47 min

    What happens when our kids grow up and our role as their mom begins to change? This is something I think so many moms struggle with, but we don't always talk about it. When our kids are young, there is so much support…

  11. Who's Holding You? Your Soul is Worth Tending :: Dr. Alison Cook [Ep 586]

    · 47 min

    In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Alison Cook to talk about attachment, emotional healing, and the ways our relationships shape how we understand ourselves, others, and God. We all have a deep need for connection,…

  12. Seeing Your Child Differently :: Mentor Series Wk 6 [Ep. 585]

    · 26 min

    As moms, it's so easy to compare our children to everyone else's. We wonder why one child seems to thrive in situations where another struggles. We ask ourselves if we're doing something wrong or if we'd somehow be a…

  13. When You Have Nothing Left to Give as a Mom :: Mentor Series Wk 5 [Ep. 584]

    · 33 min

    Have you ever reached the end of the day and felt like you had absolutely nothing left to give? Maybe it was the question, "What's for dinner?" that pushed you over the edge. Maybe it was another toddler tantrum,…

  14. Making Friends Who Really Know You :: Mentor Series Wk 4 [Ep 583]

    · 40 min

    Have you ever felt lonely in a season where you actually had people around you? I know I have. After having my fourth child, I found myself feeling incredibly overwhelmed. I had people in my life, but I realized I…

  15. When You Feel Like You're Failing as a Mom :: Mentor Series Wk 3 [Ep 582]

    · 37 min

    Have you ever had one hard parenting moment and immediately thought, "I'm such a bad mom"? I know I have. It's amazing how quickly we can go from, "Today was hard," to believing something is wrong with us instead of…

  16. Connection Before Correction :: Mentor Series Wk 2 [Ep. 581]

    · 41 min

    Welcome back to the Coffee with Heather series! This week, we're talking about something that has completely transformed the way I parent: connection before correction. For a long time, I believed it was my job to…

  17. Marriage after kids :: Mentor Series Wk 1 [Ep 580]

    · 32 min

    Motherhood changes everything—including your marriage. In this first episode of my summor of mentorship series, I'm sharing the conversation I wish someone had invited me into years ago. If we were sitting across from…

  18. Find Your People: Jennie Allen on Meaningful Adult Friendships *top 10 episode* [Ep 579]

    · 49 min

    Friendship isn't something most of us are taught. We often find ourselves fumbling through the trial and error of making and keeping friends while navigating busy schedules, family responsibilities, and a culture that…

  19. The Truth About Mom Burnout: Mental Load, Emotional Labor, and Letting Go of Perfection :: Dr. Morgan Cutlip [Ep 578]

    · 45 min

    Motherhood has never come with more information, advice, and expectations than it does today. Every scroll through social media offers another parenting expert, another strategy, and another reminder of what we…

  20. How Parents Can Equip Kids to Find Freedom, Healing, and Identity in Christ :: Jennifer Barnett [Ep 577]

    · 43 min

    What if our children could learn to take their hurts, fears, and struggles to Jesus in the moment instead of carrying those wounds into adulthood? In this part two conversation, Jennifer Barnett shares practical tools…

  21. How to Hear God's Voice: Freedom Prayer & Abiding in Christ with Jennifer Barnett [Ep 576]

    · 44 min

    What does it mean to truly abide in Christ—and what do we do when our prayer life feels dry, blocked, or distant? In this conversation with Jennifer Barnett, we explore inner healing prayer as a tool that helps…

  22. The Truth About PCOS, PMOS & GLP-1s :: Dr. Kamilia Smith [Ep 575]

    · 53 min

    Dr. Kamilia Smith joins us for an eye-opening conversation about the evolving understanding of PCOS, and why it was renamed PMOS (Poly Endocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome), and what this shift means for women’s…

  23. How God Heals the Soul, Mind & Body :: Susie Larson *top 10 episode* [Ep 574]

    · 56 min

    What if the anxiety, chronic illness, and emotional struggles you’re carrying are connected to deeper wounds in the soul? In this powerful conversation, Susie Larson shares her deeply personal healing journey through…

  24. How Christians Can Navigate Mental Health and AI with Wisdom :: Haley Scully [Ep 573]

    · 43 min

    In this conversation, Haley Scully shares her journey into biblical counseling, ministry, and helping people find real hope in the middle of today’s mental health crisis. With a background in counseling and ministry…

  25. The Parenting Shift That Changes Everything :: David Thomas & Sissy Goff [Ep 572]

    · 41 min

    My dear friends, who I've been chatting with for 10 years, are back! David Thomas and Sissy Goff are seeing a growing "crisis of capability" in kids. In this conversation, we talk about their new book Capable and why…

  26. Brunch with Babs Costello : Hospitality, Heritage & Helping Moms Thrive [Ep 571]

    · 44 min

    In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Babs Costello—beloved home cook, mom of four, grandmother, and viral content creator who proves it’s never too late to start something new. After launching her social…

  27. Talking to Kids About Body Awareness, Puberty & Sex :: Megan Michelson & Mary Flo Ridley *top 10 episode* [Ep 570]

    · 51 min

    Talking to kids about sex can feel overwhelming—but avoiding the conversation doesn’t make it easier. In this replay episode, Megan Michelson and Mary Flo Ridley break down how to approach these important topics in a…

  28. Live Your Life, Take Notes, Tell Strangers: Tim Hawkins on Comedy and Parenting [Ep 569]

    · 37 min

    Today on the podcast, I’m joined by comedian Tim Hawkins, who has been making people laugh for over three decades. With years of life, family, and stage experience behind him, Tim brings humor and perspective to…

  29. Navigating Homework Battles, Understanding Executive Function & Helping Teens Succeed :: Dr. Matthew Housson [Ep 568]

    · 52 min

    Why does homework and school in general turn into a battle in so many homes? In this insightful conversation, Dr. Matthew Housson breaks down what’s really going on when kids struggle with homework—and why it’s often…

  30. When You've Had Enough Hard :: Kirby Kelly [Ep 567]

    · 45 min

    What do you do when life doesn’t just hand you lemons—but keeps throwing them at your face? Today, Kirby Kelly joins us to share about her new book, The Fabric of Hope. After unexpectedly losing her mom, Kirby turned…

  31. How to Set Boundaries Without Cutting People Off :: John Townsend *top 10 episode* [Ep 566]

    · 48 min

    As moms, we are like a life support system for our kids. To keep our families healthy, we need to be healthy. A key part of our overall well being is setting healthy boundaries. But boundaries are hard. They require…

  32. Parenting Through Divorce: Helping Kids Heal, Co-Parent Well & Trust God :: Vaneetha Risner [Ep 565]

    · 50 min

    How do you parent your kids through a story they didn’t choose? In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Vaneetha Risner shares her journey of raising two adolescent daughters as a single mom after divorce. She…

  33. Vision and Values | Clarity Series (Part two) with Nadya Dickson [Ep 564]

    · 54 min

    In part two of my interview with Nadya Dickson, we dive deeper into how Christian moms can lead their families with clarity by identifying their values and creating a vision. Values and vision go hand in hand. Whether…

  34. Motherhood Is an Assignment, Not Your Identity | Clarity Series (Part One) with Nadya Dickson [Ep 563]

    · 55 min

    Many women today are running at full speed—balancing motherhood, work, leadership, and countless responsibilities—yet still feel like they are barely surviving. In this powerful conversation, purpose strategist Nadya…

  35. Finding Your Purpose and Authentic Self in Motherhood with the Enneagram :: Suzanne Stabile *top 10 episode* [Ep 562]

    · 56 min

    In this episode, Suzanne Stabile, internationally recognized Enneagram expert and mom of four adult children, shares her personal story and how the Enneagram has shaped her approach to parenting. She explains that the…

  36. School Choice Series: Public School Options with Emily Fenlaw:: [Ep 561]

    · 48 min

    In part three of my School Choice Series, I sit down with my friend Emily Fenlaw to talk about all things public school. With four children who have experienced everything from traditional public school to the talented…

  37. School Choice Series: Private to Public School with Misty Persefield:: [Ep 560]

    · 46 min

    In part two of my School Choice Series, I sit down with Misty Persefield, a mom of three, to talk candidly about navigating school choice from the early years through high school. Misty shares her family’s journey…

  38. School Choice Series: Homeschool to Private School with Kris Habashy :: [Ep 559]

    · 54 min

    In episode one of my School Choice Series, Kris Habashy shares her family’s journey from homeschooling to Christian private education. From navigating dyslexia to the challenges of transitioning middle schoolers, Kris…

  39. Parenting a Spicy Child: How to Stay Calm, Set Boundaries, and Keep the Connection :: Mary Van Geffen [Ep 558]

    · 49 min

    Parenting a spicy child can feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting, especially when traditional parenting advice just doesn’t work. In this episode, Mary Van Geffen joins us to talk about what it really means to…

  40. Paul David Tripp on the Everyday Habits That Shape Your Marriage *Top 10 Episode* [Ep 557]

    · 50 min

    *Republishing our most downloaded episodes, one a month this year* Whether you’ve been married for a few years or are approaching a milestone anniversary, a healthy marriage takes intentional work. Marriage isn’t…

  41. How to Help Anxious Kids: Max Lucado on Parenting, Faith, and Finding Peace [Ep 556]

    · 41 min

    Are we living in the most anxious generation ever? In this powerful and hope-filled conversation, Max Lucado joins us to talk about anxiety, mental health, and the unseen struggles so many kids and teens are facing…

  42. How’d I Miss That? Parenting Perspective, Praying for Your Kids & Trusting God’s Process :: Cynthia Yanof [Ep 555]

    · 42 min

    My friend and Sidetracked podcast co-host, Cynthia Yanof, joins me to discuss her new book, How’d I Miss That? Cynthia shares hilarious and poignant stories about family and kids that help uncover deeper…

  43. People Skills That Strengthen Friendships, Marriage, and Family :: Debra Fileta [Ep 554]

    · 49 min

    Moms, life throws us into so many conversations every day… Talking with our kids, navigating our husband’s work party, connecting with other moms, or building our own friendship. All of these moments show who we are…

  44. Overwhelmed at Christmas? The Women of the Bible Who Understand :: Mary DeMuth [Ep 553]

    · 41 min

    In this episode, author, podcaster, and speaker Mary DeMuth returns to share the inspiration behind her latest work, which spotlights overwhelmed women in the Bible—women whose stories have often been minimized or…

  45. How to Feel More Secure in Your Marriage and Family :: Marc Cameron [Ep 552]

    · 53 min

    In today’s episode, I sit down with Marc Cameron, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to explore one of the most influential (and often overlooked) elements of our emotional lives: attachment styles. Drawing from…

  46. The Case for Miracles, Christmas, and Faith :: Lee Strobel [Ep 551]

    · 48 min

    In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author and investigative journalist Lee Strobel to explore some of the most profound questions of faith: Are miracles real? What evidence supports the Christmas story? What…

  47. What Comes Next When Life Falls Apart: An Honest Conversation with Jess Connolly [Ep 550]

    · 53 min

    In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Jess Connolly—author, podcaster, and speaker—invites us into a season of her life marked by heartbreak and uncertainty. Jess opens up about the winter of 2023, when her…

  48. The Type C Mom: Finding Peace Between Perfection and Chaos :: Ashleigh Surratt [Ep 549]

    · 45 min

    As a young mom, I felt the tension of wanting to have it all together: the boys in matching outfits, the house spotless, and dinner on the table. But no matter how hard I tried, it always felt just out of reach. Today,…

  49. How Churches Can Reflect Every Family: Disability Inclusion with Sandra Peoples [Ep 548]

    · 48 min

    When life doesn’t go as planned, it can be hard to see where God is working. In this powerful conversation, Sandra Peoples, author, special needs mom, and ministry leader, opens up about her journey from growing up…

  50. Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt on Bravery and Motherhood [Ep 547]

    · 34 min

    In this episode, New York Times bestselling author Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt joins us to talk about parenting, faith, and finding courage, especially in the spotlight. Katherine opens up about her new children’s…

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