This episode is one that you want to listen to more than once! Join Becky and enneagram expert, Beth McCord as they talk about the enneagram, true transformation and clarity to motherhood. Pre-order Beth's newest book: The Enneagram for Moms: See the True Colors of Yourself and Your Children as God Intends Beth McCord, founder of Your Enneagram Coa…

Is choosing a family film hard to find? Join Becky & Chevonne today as they discuss the film industry, the impact of faith-based storytelling and the mission behind American Cinema International. To connect with Cheyenne - https://americancinemainspires.com Linkedin - @chevonne-o-shaughnessy Chevonne O'Shaugnessy is the co-founder and president of …

When is the last time God called you to do something that felt terrifying? When God nudges us into the unknown, it can be thrilling and exciting but also overwhelming and risky. Join Becky and Rachel Scott as they discuss motherhood, blended families and taking a leap of faith. As they discuss taking a risk, be encouraged and empowered to taking th…

Do you think motherhood is challenging? You're NOT ALONE. Join Becky & Carol as they discuss life lessons about motherhood. This captivating interview will have you laughing and crying as Carol & Becky courageously discuss how they navigated the highs and lows of life as they raise their children. Preorder Carol new release: Life Lessons for Moms, …

How do we trust God when everything looks so wrong? How do we hold onto hope when our world is falling apart? Join Becky and Julie as they discuss how to have resilient hope when life unravels. Julie Sunne book: Sometimes I Forget Julie Sunne writes about finding real hope amid life’s real struggles. Her own struggles include enduring multiple misc…

Have you ever wanted to create a beautiful, livable home, but you feel stuck? Join today’s conversation with guest Myquillyn Smith and how she makes decorating simple. From the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Cozy Minimalist Home comes this charming collection of one hundred memorable, universal decorating truths that a…

Join Becky as she has a real conversation with Helen Smallbone about the upcoming release of “Unsung Hero” movie. Helen discusses how their family navigated through her husband’s successful music company collapses and moving the family from Australia to the United States in search of a brighter future. With nothing more than their six children, the…

Join Becky as she has a real conversation with Jennifer Slattery about releasing your children well. Jennifer’s newest released book: Recapturing Her Heart: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Sage Creek Book 2) Jennifer Slattery is a writer, speaker, and the founder of Wholly Loved Ministries. She writes and blogs for Crosswalk and is a multi-publ…

With humor, vulnerability, and stories from her own limited life as a mom of five—two who struggle with severe autism—pastor and podcaster Jessica Hurlbut ignites hope in hearts of overwhelmed moms to believe that forces outside you can’t stop the God within you. Revealing 12 limits that hinder mothers—like exhaustion, distractions, and disillusion…

"What do you and your spouse have in common?" "We got married on the same day." Many women can identify with that sentiment. They want their marriages to be happy and honoring to God, but they wonder how when their mate baffles and even irritates them so. Some may even wonder if they made a terrible mistake. Today we talk with Poppy Smith, author o…

Adoption brings unique challenges. Love and bonding don’t always come naturally. There can be emotional distress, frustration, and disappointment. Today we talk with Laurel Shaler, author of “Loving Adopted Children Well”. Her stories about adoption, show empathy for adoptive parents and encouragement to not give up in the process. Shaler provides …

Have you ever felt rejected? It's just the worst! Rejection can reveal our insecurities and robs us of joy...every time. Today we talk with Patty LaRaoche, author of "A Little Lift: Finding Joy Beyond Rejection." Her stories as the wife of a MLB player and her honesty as a believer are so refreshing. Listen in and make progress on returning to joy …

Our guest has faced so many obstacles...but her stories of overcoming show the power of relying on God's strength. Becky and Sarah talk with Lori Vober, a stroke survivor (at age twenty-nine). She is a walking miracle and we guarantee that her journey of faith and perseverance will encourage you. Find Lori's Book: Choices: When You Are Faced with a…

We all know that there are extroverts and introverts. But how do we help our children who are more introverted? How do we help them feel affirmed in their design? Today we talk with Holley Gerth. Holley is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author of many books. She is a counselor and life coach, with a masters of science degree in mental health. Ho…

It seems so many need hope right now. That’s what we’re talking about today with Becky's good friend, Michelle Cox. She's authored a book "Hope That Endures" which is Michelle's gift to God...offering hope to everyone who reads it. The stories are special because they're true, relatable, and show God's faithfulness. By the end of this podcast, you'…

Boy...parenting can sure be "inconvenient" right? As a busy mom, you know that everything shifts when you become a parent. But let this conversation encourage you to embrace--and activate--the opportunities that come along with parenting your children. This conversation will help you think about the unique traits that God gave your kiddos. Our dear…

It's a topic that is hard to talk through...but even harder to walk through. But our guest shares her story so that others can cling to hope. On this episode, Becky and Sarah talk with Candy McVicar, the co-author of the book 'Holding On to Love After You've Lost a Baby.' Candy shares her personal story of losing her babies and how she started the …

Have you ever thought about how your personality impacts how you pray? So interesting! In this episode, Becky and Sarah discuss the topic of prayer with guest Janet McHenry. They explore the concept of praying personalities and how each person is wired differently when it comes to prayer. This is a NO judgement zone and meant to encourage you! List…

Such a sweet episode! Daughter-Mom team, Calyn and Blythe Daniel, join us to talk about friendships...specifically with tween girls. Tween relationships can be a little sticky--yikes--so listen in! Together they wrote a book "Let's Be Friends: A Tween Devotional on Finding and Keeping Friendships." We enjoy conversation around being brave to make n…

Need some fresh ideas on how to best pray for your child? Listen in! Becky and Sarah talk with Sharon Jaynes about "Praying for Your Child from Head to Toe"--a book Sharon wrote that is a 30-day guide to "powerful and effective Scripture-based prayers." Sharon shares insights on praying for different areas of a child's life, starting with the mind …

In this episode, we discuss some heavy topics that affected mom, Keri Spring, and her teenage son. We discuss the impact of bullying, loss of a child, and the importance of forgiveness and faith in her healing journey. Keri also shares how her family has testablished a scholarship fund in her son's memory. The conversation highlights the need for o…

Mom burnout. Weariness in parenting. Can you relate? In this episode, we interview Julie Lavender, author of the book ''Strength for All Seasons." We discuss the challenges of motherhood and the importance of relying on God's strength. Julie shares her personal experiences of burnout and how she learned to lean on God in different seasons of mother…

Sometimes life is so heavy that it seems hard to hold onto our faith. Have you been there? You're not alone. Our guest Michele Cushatt has been through THREE cancer episodes and the many complications that come with that--both physically and spiritually. She reminds us that having questions about what you believe is not a lack of faith. About Our G…

Trusting in God can't happen without knowing that He is trustworthy. On today's episode, Becky unpacks several powerful names of God: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Let the truth about who God is refresh your perspective and confidence to trust God...even when life is wonky! ABOUT OUR GUEST: Authentic, passion…

Balance sounds good...but is it really possible to achieve as a busy mom? We talk with Lisa Grimes, a CEO with experience juggling all the balls of life as a working mom, wife, executive, and friend. She takes time to show us different kinds of "balls" that are in our lives and how we can keep balance...which means knowing the value of each ball an…

You make time for so many tasks as a mom. But we're here to remind you that finding time to have JOY in your life is critical. Our guest, Linda Evans Shepherd, shares her personal story of finding joy even when she found herself in several tornados--both physical and figurative. You'll want to hear how she finds joy! ABOUT OUR GUEST Linda Evans She…

How can you help your kids be filled with gratitude . . . and how can you make that fun? Gratitude is something God honors, and according to the research, it actually makes people more happy in their adult life. Who knew? Today Becky shares lots of ideas to make gratitude fun at any age--from toddlers to high schoolers. We even throw in a few tips …

Motherhood is a journey filled with ups an downs…so how can we keep the journey fun? Join Becky and Sarah as they talk with Victoria Lydon about how she kept FUN in her family...despite single parenting, homeschooling, and living on a tight budget. She is the perfect example of making the best of your situation with God's help...and making sure tha…

There's a lot of talk about "Self Care" but we want to lean in on care for your soul. Join us as we talk with Edie Melson as she talks about how we can use creativity to connect with God. Buy the Book: Soul Care When You're Weary Description: Edie Melson helps you find Soul Care solutions using devotions and prayers and opportunities for creative e…

If you're a single mom...or you're the friend of a single mom, listen in for practical encouragement from a mom who knows that road. Our guest, PeggySue Wells, is the bestselling author or coauthor of nearly 30 books, including The Slave across the Street with Theresa L. Flores. A history buff and lover of tropical islands, she parasails, skydives,…

It takes so much wisdom to be a mom…even when your kids are adults. SO many decisions and interactions in motherhood require big time wisdom! Becky and Sarah talk about how to practically obtain wisdom in motherhood with our guest, Pam Farrel. Hint, hint...we're talking about wisdom in Proverbs. ABOUT OUR GUEST Pam Farrel and her husband, Bill, are…

Most mamas are really good at reading stories to their kids. But what about you? Have you read a good book lately? Something that isn't mom-related? Here's your nudge to treat yourself to a good story! Novelist Nicole Deese joins us and talks about how she writes her fictional characters to overcome life's real challenges. ABOUT OUR GUEST Nicole De…

The tragedy and heartbreak that have hit our guest, Janet Perez Eckles, is just devastating. But you've never heard a more joy-filled, resilient person. Listen in as Janet tells her story...with the JOY only God can bring. ABOUT OUR GUEST Blindness nor tragedy has stopped Janet Perez Eckles from becoming an author of five inspirational books, an in…

According to the statistics, anxiety and fear are at an all-time high, and many of our kids are struggling! Our guest, Michelle Nietert, is with Becky and Sarah to discuss ways that we can help our kids through fear (and sometimes that means handling our own fear, first). Strong, practical insights on helping your child through fear. ABOUT OUR GUES…

We know praying for our families is important. But how do we do that? Join us as Becky and Sarah talk with Tara Furman about the importance of being a praying mom and find encouragement to fight for your family...with prayer! ABOUT OUR GUEST Tara Furman founded Knowing God Ministries (KGM) in 2007. A dynamic leader who inspires women to make a diff…

Middle School + Girls. Wow, there can be a lot there! Becky and Sarah talk with author Heather Holleman about her book, "This Seat's Saved." Her book deals with middle school issues in fiction form...perfect for daughters and moms to discuss tricky situations...including rejection at the lunch table. Listen in--we believe connecting with your middl…

So. Much. Pressure. is out there to be an amazing mom. From the moment we find out we're pregnant, we start thinking about our child's needs...and all too often forget that we have real needs, too! Join us for a conversation that is sure to lighten the pressure and bring refreshment. We talk with author Alli Worthington about her newest book "Remai…

Moms can get so caught up in parenting that we lose who we are in the process. How can journaling along the way help moms know God more deeply and themselves more completely? How can it bring healing? Join us for a conversation with Jennifer Dukes Lee with thoughts behind her super creative journaling book, "Stuff I'd Only Tell God." You need this …

We're thrilled to be in SEASON 2 of The Connected Mom podcast! We kick off this season chatting with Caris Snider about how moms (and grandmas!) can use time in the CAR LINE (of all places) to deepen our relationship with God. Be sure to listen in and find encouragement ... even if you're on the go as you listen! ABOUT CARIS CARIS SNIDER loves to s…

Phew. Perfectionism in motherhood can really be strong. If you're ready to break away from mindsets that hold you down, this is the podcast for you. Alicia shares from her experience as a NeuroCoach. Here's your reminder that thought patterns obsessed with perfection CAN change. There is hope! ABOUT OUR GUEST Alicia Michelle is an author, speaker, …

Spoiler Alert! Yes, rest is possible for mamas...but it may not look how you think. Join us for this super-practical episode with Dr. Saundra about different kinds of rest and how you can get some...and must! FREE Resource from Dr. Saundra: Take this quiz and find out what type of rest you need to live your best life... ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Saundra …

One of the hardest challenges for parents is dealing with our kids' BIG emotions (or even ours!). Sometimes these BIG emotions can interrupt family life and leave us feeling disconnected. In this super-helpful episode, we talk with Michelle Nietert about how to deal with these big emotions! We want to help you--and today's episode is packed with pr…

In this day and age, fear and anxiety for mamas is on the rise. School shootings have increased. There's strange illnesses out there, like monkey pox?! There's so much that we have to let go of as mamas. Right? In this episode, we talk with author Judy Dunagan about how moms can step away from fear and pray Scripture over our children and lives. Ju…

Carol had every reason to succumb to crippling “Mom Guilt” when an unimaginable situation rocked her family. Instead of isolation, Carol learned to keep a connection with fellow mamas in authenticity. Carol also stayed committed to keeping her connection with God alive, even with baby steps. She also shares the refreshing truth that we can never gi…

Becky and Sarah had the privilege of talking with Lucinda Secrest McDowell in December 2022. Shockingly, it was one of the last interviews she gave before her death...and we cherish the time we had with her talking about being "soul strong." This is one of our favorite episodes that we're resharing as we talk about deepening our connection with God…

Do you feel lonely...even when surrounded by your family? Many moms can relate. Recently the U.S. Surgeon General stated that loneliness is an epidemic. Yikes! In this super practical episode, Becky and Sarah discuss the real challenge of loneliness as a mom...and offer some suggestions to help move you from loneliness to connection. And we believe…

Let's be real. Moms often feel like there’s not enough time to get it all done. This is such a helpful, practical episode addressing *time* in motherhood. Listen in as we talk with Crystal Pain (author of The Money Saving Mom and The Time Saving Mom) where she shares how she manages her time as a busy mother of 6. ABOUT OUR GUEST Crystal Paine (www…

Wait! Can "peaceful" and "discipline" co-exist in parenting? Join us in this "Grace Space" where we acknowledge the difficulty of disciplining our kiddos without drama. Our excellent guest Sarah R. Moore gives us some super practical tips from her book, "Peaceful Discipline." She tells us what "discipline" means...and you may be suprised at her ans…

Phew. Perfectionism in motherhood can really be strong. If you're ready to break away from mindsets that hold you down, this is the podcast for you. Alicia shares from her experience as a NeuroCoach. Here's your reminder that thought patterns obsessed with perfection CAN change. There is hope! ABOUT OUR GUEST Alicia Michelle is an author, speaker, …

Spoiler alert: JOY is actually rooted in relationships. Why? Join us for a "girlfriend gathering" as we chat about how to have genuine relationships...connecting us with fellow moms...and how that can bring JOY. Becky just published a new book on this topic, so we chat with her about her intent for this book and what she learned in the process. ABO…