Episodes
179
March 9, 2025
Ep 179: To Do List: Fix Your Face
Connect with Us: Hey, moms! Welcome back to the Gather Moms podcast! We are so excited you’re here with us for our final episode in the Fix Your Face season. We’ve spent a lot of time thinking about how our faces communicate, and let me tell you, our kids notice everything! So, whether you’re dealing with that dreaded laundry mountain or managing a house full of emotions, it’s time to fix your face and approach it with purpose! Today, we’re diving into how to handle that never-ending to-do list...
178
March 3, 2025
EP 178: With Other Moms: Fix Your Face
Crunchy, silky, scrunchy…who came up with these names!? There are all types of moms and we are talking about all the mom stereotypes in this episode and how they can be helpful and hurtful. Whether you’re a Type A mom, a Type B Mom, or something totally different, you are the mom God created for the kids you have. You don’t need to try and copy what another mom is doing or compare yourself to her. Just like we see with Leah and Rachel from the Bible, moms in competition cause pain and division. ...
177
Feb. 23, 2025
EP 177: With Your Money, Fix Your Face
Connect with Us: Let’s be real—money can be stressful. Between bills, budgets, and unexpected expenses, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or even a little discouraged. And as moms, we carry a lot of responsibility in managing our homes well. But what if instead of stressing over every dollar, we surrendered it to God? Because here’s the truth: Everything we have is already His. And when we truly believe that, we can stop gripping our finances with fear and start handling them with wisdom,...
176
Feb. 16, 2025
EP 176: In Your Mirror, Fix Your Face
Connect with Us: https://youtu.be/hn2Acv6e3iU Ladies, we need to talk. How did we get here—where the world tells us what beauty is, and we just go along with it? We question our reflection, chase the latest beauty trends, and somehow believe that if we just find the right skincare routine, the right outfit, or the right workout, we’ll finally feel good about ourselves. But here’s the truth: no amount of contouring or curated Instagram feeds can fill the void that only God can. So, what if we ...
175
Feb. 9, 2025
EP 175: With Your Husband; Fix Your Face
Connect with Us: Married mamas, our husbands need our time, talk, and touch. Our kids can be so persistent with getting what they want and need from us that by the time we get a moment with our husbands, we may feel talked and touched out. There are small, intentional choices we can make to prioritize our husbands. One thing we can do right away: FIX OUR FACE when we first see him after a long day. A quick hug and an intentional moment of joy in your face when you see him can be game changing. ...
174
Feb. 2, 2025
EP 174: Fix Your Face
Have you ever had to say to your kids, “FIX YOUR FACE?” Sometimes, we need to say it to ourselves, too! We see and hear wild things as moms and we often have to fix our faces. In this episode, Jenny, Kate, and Rebecca share who has the worst poker face and why it’s important to fix our faces when our kids say things that shock us. We also need to know WHERE our faces are fixed when we face the daily battles of motherhood. We’re deep diving into the story of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20 to get...
173
Dec. 15, 2024
EP 173: All Things Gifting; The Arrival of the Magi
Hey Mamas! We’ve made it to the last episode of our Christmas series, and oh, what a journey it’s been! Today, we’re diving deep into the story of the Magi (the Wise Men) and King Herod. You guys, the contrast between these two is SO powerful. The Magi came to worship Jesus with humble hearts and incredible gifts, while Herod… yikes. His fear of losing control drove him to manipulation, lies, and even tragedy. As we talked through this, we realized something BIG: sometimes we’re more like Herod...
172
Dec. 8, 2024
EP 172: All Things Barns and Birth | The Birth of Jesus
Connect with Us: This Christmas season, let’s hit pause and remember what the holiday is really about. We all know it’s easy to get caught up in the glittery decorations, the must-have gifts, and the endless shopping lists. But what if we stopped for a moment and asked ourselves: Are we celebrating Christmas the world’s way, or God’s way? Because, let’s face it, God’s kingdom is upside down! His idea of royalty looks nothing like what we see in movies. A stable birth, humble shepherds, and a fee...
171
Dec. 1, 2024
EP 171: All Things Mary; You’re Having a Baby!
Connect with Us: Hey moms! Oh my goodness, this episode is bursting with Christmas cheer, deep truths, and some good laughs (seriously, how many pregnancy tests did YOU take?). We’re diving into Christmas movies, those magical moments that warm our hearts—and comparing them to the real magic of Christmas: the greatest story ever told. We laughed over our favorite holiday movie quotes (yes, Elf makes the list!), swapped hilarious stories about pregnancy tests, and marveled at Mary’s incredible ...
170
Nov. 24, 2024
EP 170: Here Comes Gather Moms; All Things Christmas
Hey, Moms! Are you ready for all things Christmas? In this episode, we dive headfirst into the season that brings us deep joy, a few tears, and all the feels. Join us as we talk about the beauty and chaos of Christmas—gifts that make us laugh, traditions that warm our hearts, and those moments when joy and grief collide (because, let’s be real, that’s motherhood). We’re sharing our favorite Christmas hacks, advent ideas, and maybe a few bougie Santa hats. Whether you’re decking the halls with t...
169
Nov. 11, 2024
Episode 169: Navigating Safe Tech for Kids
Connect with Us: We get it, raising kids with screens all around us can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to take this journey together, one step at a time, just like teaching them to ride a bike or drive a car. Our goal? Equip them for the world, including the online one, with love, guidance, and a safe spot to land. In this episode, we’re diving deep into safe technology and screen time with Lori from Gab. She’s not only a mom but also an expert in creating safe tech options for our kids. Lo...
168
Nov. 3, 2024
EP 168: MAMA SAID Just Wait
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-AHMdi23UM As moms, we can either be super helpful to each other or end up being harmful if we aren’t careful with our words. We’re talking in this episode about things moms say to other moms and we’re focusing on the things we say that aren’t helpful. Unsolicited advice, minimizing, and comparing are all things we do that are not great. A mom that is going through a hard time might share with a mama a season ahead of her and instead of hearing hope and encoura...
167
Oct. 28, 2024
EP 167: MAMA SAID Go to the Doctor
We’re so quick to get our kids to the doctor but THE WORST about getting ourselves there. This episode, we’re talking about things moms say to other moms. One of the helpful things we might need to say to another mom is: Go to the Doctor. We have to do better about prioritizing our own health, moms! We want to be able to live long, healthy lives and be present for the people counting on us. Stop putting it off and make the appointment today! As Rebecca shares here, your body is a temple of God...
166
Oct. 20, 2024
EP 166: MAMA SAID I’m Not Made Out of Money
Hey MAMAS!, Today we are exploring financial challenges as parents. Do you feel the pressure of rising living costs and comparison with families around you? You are not alone! Lets learn how to fight these temptations while being financially transparent with our kids. We also discuss the evolution of material desires, the impact of consumerism, and teaching financial awareness in a consumption-driven world. We all know we should trust God’s provision but how do we do it? Let’s cultivate an abu...
165
Oct. 14, 2024
EP 165: MAMA SAID If All Your Friends Jumped Off a Bridge, Would You?
Hey there, amazing moms! We’re thrilled to welcome you to another episode of the Gather Moms podcast. Today, we’re diving into an oldie but a goodie: ‘If your friends jumped off a bridge, would you?’ We’ll explore the depths of peer pressure, the importance of making wise decisions, and how to support our kids in navigating their own paths. From prepping your kids for sleepovers to preparing them for adulthood there are so many ways this little phrase shows up in strategic conversations. So grab...
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Oct. 7, 2024
EP 164: MAMA SAID Stop Crying or I’ll Give You Something to Cry About
Our kids can have BIG emotions and so can we. Depending on how we were raised and our own issues, it can be such a struggle to handle our children’s big feelings. Kate and Rebecca share openly about the ways they’ve grown in this area and the big mistakes they’ve made along the way as they’ve navigated feelings. Here’s what we want to remember: Wait: Don’t have a big talk in the middle of an emotional storm Prep: Make a plan when things are calm Model: Model what you teach, apologize quickly...
163
Sept. 29, 2024
EP 163: MAMA SAID You’re the ___ Kid
Hey Moms! We are beyond excited to share this episode of the Gather Moms podcast with you! We are diving into the labels and tags we often assign to our kids and discuss the profound impact these labels can have on them. It is so important to affirm our children! Let carefully nurture our children’s hearts and focus on their intrinsic value. We all know our words have a lasting effect so let’s use them for good! Three main points to consider: Flipping the Coin: Turn negative labels (like “wil...
162
Sept. 23, 2024
EP 162: MAMA SAID Leave Me Alone
This episode revolves around that all-too-familiar phrase, “leave me alone.” We have all been there!. We need boundaries and some alone but we need to be careful in how we communicate this. Three ways we see this phrase pop up: 1) Leave me alone, I’m trying to go to the bathroom: We talk about how important it is to teach our kids common courtesy and respecting boundaries. 2) Leave me alone, I need a few minutes: We dive into those moments when we’re completely overwhelmed and just need to ste...
161
Sept. 16, 2024
EP 161: MAMA SAID If you can’t say something nice…
Thumper’s wise words echo in our minds: “If you don’t have something nice to say, don’t say anything at all!” Join us as we delve into how this teaching has shaped our approach to motherhood. We’ll offer heartfelt reflections and practical tips for daily interactions with our kids. As an added bonus, we get a little Disney quiz to see if you truly are a Disney fanatic or if you need to brush up on your childhood movies. Regardless of how you do, we hope you are encouraged and challenged as we t...
160
Sept. 9, 2024
EP 160: MAMA SAID You’re so nice outside our home
Welcome back, moms! In this episode of the Gather Moms podcast, we continue our “Mama Said” series by diving into the powerful impact of the words and actions we use at home. We share how to create a safe and nurturing environment for our kids with the right balance of boundaries and praise. We talk about the importance of consistent discipline and how we can guide our children to be the same person inside and outside the home. Reflecting on our own upbringings, we uncover the ways our childhoo...
159
Sept. 2, 2024
EP 159: PT 2: MAMA SAID you shouldn’t eat that
This is part two of this two part episode. We are so excited to continue this episode with you because it’s something that’s really close to our hearts. We shift our focus to honoring our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit and talk through ways to foster healthy practices around food and body image within our families. Learn how to accept compliments graciously, praise our children for their unique attributes, and set strong boundaries against negative weight comments. We emphasize the import...
158
Aug. 26, 2024
EP 158: PT 1: MAMA SAID you shouldn’t eat that
This is part one of this two part episode. We’re diving into a phrases too many of us have heard about our bodies and weight and talking in this episode about food, body image, and breaking those unhealthy family cycles. We get real about the complicated relationships we have with food and how societal messages from past generations have shaped those views. But we’re not just about the problem – we’re all about solutions, too! We share practical tips on fostering a healthy, God-centered approac...
157
Aug. 19, 2024
EP 157: MAMA SAID; New Season Kick-Off
Hey Moms! We are super excited to dive into our new season of the Gather Moms podcast. This episode is all about the incredible power of our words as parents. We start by sharing some funny and meaningful ‘mama said’ phrases that we all know and love. Then, we get real about how our words—whether spoken in joy or frustration—have such a big impact on our kiddos. Our theme this season is ‘Mama Said,’ where we’ll explore those familiar sayings we use and the lessons behind them. We break down how...
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Aug. 12, 2024
EP 156: Swimsuit Slips + Back to School
Where did the summer go! Are ready for fall? Don’t worry moms, transition always brings friction and we will be school pros again in no time! Today, let’s relive our jam-packed summers, filled with laughter, parenting challenges, and those all-too-relatable swimsuit shopping mishaps. As summer transitions to fall, we discuss new routines, practical tips for easing into the school year, and the importance of extending grace to ourselves and our families. Tune in for a treasure trove of heartfelt...