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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. Love, Limits, and Delight: What Grace-Based Parenting Really Looks Like :: Cody Kimmel [Ep 546]

    · 45 min

    What does it really mean to parent with grace? Does choosing grace-based or gentle parenting mean we throw out discipline or become permissive? In today’s episode, Cody Kimmel and I, explore the deep spiritual truths…

  2. How to Stay Informed of the News without Anxiety or Cynicism :: Kathleen Wadkins [Ep 545]

    · 45 min

    In today’s episode, we’re joined by Kathleen from The Pour Over, a news outlet known for delivering the world’s biggest headlines with clarity and Christian perspective. We unpack the emotional weight of our 24/7 news…

  3. From Overwhelmed to Anchored: Replacing the Lies of Motherhood with God’s Truth :: Erica Gwynn [Ep 544] :: Erica G

    · 49 min

    In this episode I chat with the lovely Erica Gwynn, author, podcaster, and mom about her new book That’s Just Not True. She shares how easily we start believing lies about our worth, purpose, and identity. From the…

  4. Strengthening the Relationship with Your Adult Child :: Kathy Cunningham [Ep 543]

    · 54 min

    Is it too late to rebuild your relationship with your adult child? What if there’s grief, resentment, or even silence between you? In this episode, Kathy Cunningham, a Christian counselor, ordained minister, coach, and…

  5. Loving Women Impacted by Unexpected Pregnancy :: Amy Ford [Ep 542]

    · 47 min

    What happens when love meets fear head-on in the midst of an unplanned pregnancy? Today, Amy Ford, from the ministry "Embrace Grace" is here to share her own personal testimony and how God is moving through local…

  6. Is This Normal Teen Behavior—or a Red Flag? :: Mark Gregston [Ep 541]

    · 51 min

    Have you ever felt like your teenager is pulling away, and no matter how much you talk, nothing seems to get through? In this episode, we’re joined by Mark Gregston, a ministry leader who has spent over 50 years…

  7. The Role of Parents in Youth Sports :: Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith [Ep 540]

    · 54 min

    Is your child really doomed if they don’t start soccer by age 2? Do you feel the constant pressure to sign your kids up for the “right” teams and keep pace with the families around you? In this episode, longtime youth…

  8. Reclaiming Sex Ed: Teaching God’s Truth About Bodies, Boundaries & Identity :: Kristen Miele [Ep 539]

    · 43 min

    Do you feel embarrassment or shame around talking to your kids about sex? Do you wish someone else could come talk to them for you? Well today Kristin Miele is here to share her curriculum called Sex Ed Reclaimed.…

  9. If You're Tired of Feeling Like You Don't Measure Up.. :: Hosanna Wong [Ep 538]

    · 46 min

    Who does God say you are? And how do you step into your true identity when the world (and even yourself) have told you otherwise? If you (or your kids) feel unseen, unworthy, or unwanted, this episode is for you. In…

  10. How to Declutter Clothes, Pantries, and Memories :: Tara Bremmer [Ep 537]

    · 50 min

    Do you ever feel like clutter is taking over your home? In this episode, Tara Bremmer, professional organizer is here to dive into the heart of decluttering. We will talk about where to start if your home feels out of…

  11. How to Stop Shame Spirals :: Dr. Curt Thompson [Summer of Mentorship Wk 6]

    · 43 min

    Our kids begin to feel and respond to shame as early as 15 to 18 months of age. Those early moments can begin a lifelong struggle with feeling unworthy, inadequate and unlovable. Shame also disintegrates us (separating…

  12. A Pep Talk for Reading the Whole Bible :: Tara-Leigh Cobble [Summer of Mentorship wk 5]

    · 39 min

    Have you read the whole Bible? That was the question my guest Tara-Leigh Cobble struggled to answer while talking to a pastor friend. As she thought back through her life growing up in a Christian home, being involved…

  13. Healing Past Wounds for More Freedom :: Jennifer Barnett [Summer of Mentorship wk 4]

    · 49 min

    There is often a disconnect from what we read in scripture and how we experience life. God says, “I have not given you a spirit of fear,” but we keenly feel fear and anxiety. We know that God has saved our souls…

  14. Learning to Listen to God's Voice :: Kelsey Phillips [Summer of Mentorship wk 3]

    · 47 min

    A few years ago, my friend Kelsey Philips hit a crisis in her life. She felt physically unwell, depressed and desperate for healing. She connected with a missionary couple from her church who prayed with her and over…

  15. When You Don't Know What to Pray :: Jodie Berndt [Summer of Mentorship -wk 2]

    · 51 min

    We know that God’s word is living and active. Today’s guest Jodie Berndt takes us through using Bible verses as prayers that can powerfully influence your children’s lives. There is so much encouragement in this…

  16. How Holiness Helps Mothers :: Jackie Hill Perry [Summer of Mentorship--wk 1]

    · 45 min

    If God is holy, then He can’t sin. If God can’t sin, then He can’t sin against you. If He can’t sin against you, shouldn’t that make Him the most trustworthy being there is? I’m thrilled to have Jackie Hill Perry back…

  17. The Bible Simplified : Going Deeper in Faith, Teaching Kids the Bible, and Seeing Jesus in Every Story :: Zach Windahl [Ep 530]

    · 44 min

    Do you long to go deeper in your faith and help your children fall in love with Scripture — not just the stories, but the whole story? Today Zach Windahl shares what led him to dedicate years to studying scripture. He…

  18. Helping Your Teen Choose College with Purpose, Not Pressure : Insights from a College Strategist :: Shellee Howard [Ep 529]

    · 53 min

    Many of you have been on this journey with me since the potty-training days, and now you’re facing the incredible milestone of sending your kids off to college. In this episode, my friend Shellee Howard joins us to…

  19. Witnessing Hope: How Compassion Transforms Families :: Nicki Koziarz [Ep 528]

    · 52 min

    Knox and I recently had the incredible opportunity to go on a Compassion International vision trip to El Salvador. Today, I’m joined by my friend Nicki Koziarz to help recap this life-changing experience. Nicki is an…

  20. TALK to Raise a Reader: How to Build Strong Reading Skills at Home :: Maya Smart [Ep 527]

    · 48 min

    Kids all read at different ages, stages, and times, but how can we, as parents, ensure they are getting all the tools and skills they need to become great readers? Today, Maya Smart joins me to talk about her new book…

  21. Can We Keep Teens Safe on Social Media? What Every Parent Needs to Know from Meta :: Tara Hopkins [Ep 526]

    · 56 min

    In this episode, I sit down with Meta’s Global Director of Public Policy, who also happens to be a mom of two teenagers, to discuss the realities of raising kids in a digital-first world. There is a lot that goes into…

  22. Help! My Kids Don’t Know How to Do Anything : Building Life Skills This Summer :: Katie Kimball [Ep 525]

    · 48 min

    Today Katie Kimball is here to show us how to help our kids gain life skills that last and contribute to the family. Katie founded a program called Life Skills Now which covers topics from oil changes, to cooking, to…

  23. Craving Peace? How Sabbath and Nature Can Restore Your Soul :: Eryn Lynum [Ep 524]

    · 52 min

    Today Eryn Lynum joins me to share about the beautiful connection between nature and rest. Sabbath has become such a hot topic right now but Eryn had to learn from age 14 how to rest like her life depended on it when…

  24. Navigating Senior Year: College Prep, Family Talks, and Faithful Waiting :: Lee Cordon and Barrett Ball [Ep 523]

    · 59 min

    Today we are live and in person in my office with Lee Cordon and Barrett Ball! My real-life friends have created a comprehensive guide for senior year and beyond. We cover the logistical, emotional, and spiritual…

  25. Helping Kids Do Hard Things, Strong-Willed Kids, and Growing Through Failure :: David Thomas & Sissy Goff [Ep 522]

    · 44 min

    Today our favorite counselors, David Thomas and Sissy Goff, are back to talk about their new project- children’s books! So much has happened over the last few years and they are beginning to see the onset of anxiety…

  26. From Blockbusters to Blanket Forts: Patricia Heaton on Parenting, Faith, and Comedy [Ep 521]

    · 43 min

    Today Emmy-winning actor Patricia Heaton joins us for a candid conversation on motherhood, career, and raising four boys. We talk about the pressure parents feel to over-schedule kids, the beauty of simplicity (just…

  27. The Shift: Overcoming Self-Sabotage, Imposter Syndrome, and Critical Inner Monologues :: Mary Marantz [Ep 520]

    · 52 min

    Do you often feel like something is holding you back? You can’t quite get to where you want to go professionally, relationally, or in personal habits and goals? Today Mary Marantz is here to tell us about the mental…

  28. When Friendships Get Messy: Healing, Humor & Finding Your Chicken-Fried Women :: Melissa Radke [Ep 519]

    · 39 min

    Get ready to laugh! Today Melissa Radke joins me for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation. Her new book Chicken-Fried Women will make you giggle, cry, and think about the women and friendships in your life. We cover…

  29. Mean Girls, Mom Roles & Modern Friendship: Coaching Kids Through Conflict :: Dr. Kelly Jameson [Ep 518]

    · 50 min

    Today Dr. Kelly Jameson joins me to help us understand the many dynamics of teen friendships. Although this episode mainly applies to girl moms there is advice for the boy mom in this episode as well! Kelly is a…

  30. Walking Through Grief: Coping, Comforting Kids, and Embodied Emotions :: Erin Nelson and Colleen Montague [Ep 517]

    · 50 min

    Grief is a journey that no one wants to walk, yet so many of us will experience deep loss in our lifetime. In this episode, Colleen and Erin have an open and honest conversation about Erin’s journey through…

  31. From Believer to Disciple: Following Jesus in Everyday Life :: Courtney Garrett [Ep 516]

    · 49 min

    Do you often desire to disciple your neighbors, friends, or acquaintances but don’t know how? Today Courtney Garrett joins me to talk about her amazing tools to help Christians invite people into going deeper with…

  32. Mothering Autism: Navigating Grief, Marriage, and Community :: Carrie Cariello, Kate Swenson, and Adrian Wood [Ep 515]

    · 45 min

    Do you have a child with autism or neurodivergent tendencies? Do you have a friend with a child that needs support but you're not sure how to show up? Today Carrie, Kate, and Adrian are here to share their deeply…

  33. The Truth About Baby Sleep: Breaking Myths, Balancing Attachment and Restful Nights :: Eve Squires [Ep 514]

    · 47 min

    Is it possible to have a well-rested baby without sacrificing attachment? Are you an exhausted mom who struggles with the nighttime routine? Today Eve Squires, a sleep consultant with over fifteen years of experience,…

  34. From Chaos to Calm: Practical Tools to Manage Anger and Overwhelm in Motherhood :: Elizabeth Andreyevskiy [Ep 513]

    · 48 min

    Do you feel like you’re reacting instead of responding, constantly putting out fires, and struggling to manage your emotions—especially anger? Today Elizabeth Andreyevskiy joins me to share her journey from explosive…

  35. Modeling Faith: Family Spiritual Habits that Stick :: Chris Pappalardo and Clayton Greene [Ep 512]

    · 46 min

    Do you want to lead your home well spiritually but are not sure how? Do you need more creative and fun ideas on how to point your kids to Jesus? Today, Chris Pappalardo and Clayton Greene join me to talk about…

  36. Perimenopause Guide: Managing Symptoms, Emotional Changes, and Weight Gain During Hormonal Shifts :: Dr. Kamilia Smith [Ep 511]

    · 51 min

    Have you ever been to your doctor or OBGYN and felt that your symptoms were dismissed? Do you know how to identify the main issues of perimenopause and menopause? In this follow up episode with Dr. Kamilia Smith, we…

  37. Flipping the Switch to Hope: from worst-case to unimaginable good :: Heather MacFadyen [Ep 510]

    · 27 min

    I don’t often do a solo podcast but God has been working on my heart when it comes to parenting teens and expectations and I felt prompted to sit down and share what I am learning with you all. So often as parents, we…

  38. Helping Kids Connect with Their Grandparents :: Isabel Tom [Ep 509]

    · 41 min

    Do you feel that it is hard to connect with your aging parents? Are your kids and grandparents not communicating well through the generational gap? In this episode, Isabel Tom, author of The Value of Wrinkles shares…

  39. Generational Healing: Becoming the Mom You Needed :: Melanie Shankle [Ep 508]

    · 44 min

    Have you struggled to break free from generational trauma or sin? Do you find it challenging to help your kids navigate tough situations at school and in sports? Today, author Melanie Shankle joins us to share insights…

  40. Discovering the Gift of You When You Feel Lost in Motherhood :: Chrystal Evans Hurst [Ep 507]

    · 47 min

    Do you often feel like you give everything to your family but don’t know what you enjoy? Have you lost your spark for life that you felt in your youth? Today, Chrystal Evans Hurst is here to share her journey and story…

  41. How the Twelve Steps Offer a Surprising Path of Transformation :: Ian Cron [Ep 506]

    · 51 min

    Did you know that 12-step programs are for anyone? Do you feel like your life has spiritual direction or are you just floating through surviving? Today I am excited to have Ian Cron who is an author, speaker, trained…

  42. Hosting Tips to be the Hangout House :: Logan Wolfram [Ep 505]

    · 51 min

    Do you feel like it takes too much time and energy to host? Does having people in your home stress you out or seem out of reach? Today Logan Wolfram joins me- she is an author and speaker that knows how to host well.…

  43. When You Need Personal Revival :: Cleere Cherry Reaves [Ep 504]

    · 53 min

    As we enter a new year do you feel stuck or like last year did not go like you intended it to? Are you dealing with disappointments and finding it difficult to see God in your situation? Today Cleere Cherry Reaves,…

  44. Unpacking Moms' Mental Load :: Dr. Morgan Cutlip [Ep 503]

    · 42 min

    Do you feel like your mind is full of tasks making it hard to focus and be present with your family? Do you struggle to articulate what you need, feel, or want from your spouse? Today, Dr. Morgan Cutlip is here to help…

  45. Processing Grief, Infertility, and Loss in Community :: Julie Fowler [Ep 502]

    · 46 min

    Have you or a friend ever walked through a season of infertility and grief? Do you often wonder what to say when a friend is walking through loss of any kind? Today my friend Julie Fowler is here to talk about her…

  46. Moms and the Best Christmas Pageant Ever :: Dallas and Amanda Jenkins [Ep 501]

    · 42 min

    Today my conversation with Dallas and Amanda Jenkins is a powerful reminder that the Christmas story still needs to be told thousands of years later. Dallas is the acclaimed director, writer, and producer of The…

  47. Finding God Faithful in All Stages of Motherhood :: Leslie Johnson [Ep 500]

    · 39 min

    I can’t believe it but today we are celebrating 500 episodes of Don’t Mom Alone! I am bringing back my very first guest and mentor Leslie to “recap” the last eleven years. Leslie had been encouraging me from before I…

  48. Building Healthy Relationships by Exploring Adult Attachment Patterns (Part 2) :: Charissa Lopez [Ep 499]

    · 45 min

    Today we continue last week's episode in Part 2 with my friend Charissa Lopez. If you missed part one you can listen here to catch up Click Here for Part 1. Charissa Lopez is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Dallas…

  49. Building Healthy Relationships by Exploring Adult Attachment Patterns (Part 1) :: Charissa Lopez [Ep 498]

    · 36 min

    Do you ever wonder why you respond the way you do to your kids? Do you feel like there are things to process from childhood but don’t have the words to explain those feelings? Today Charissa Lopez, a Licensed…

  50. Confidence in Parenting Decisions :: Laura Wifler [Ep 497]

    · 51 min

    Do you struggle with discontentment and comparison in motherhood and beyond? Do you constantly second guess the best way to raise your kids in regards to food, education, health, and even naptime? Today, Laura Wifler,…

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