I Didn't Sign Up for This - Honest Conversations about Parenthood with @honestly.kaitlyn

Have you ever been at the grocery store and your partner was told what an amazing father they were for simply parenting their child? Today we are chatting about it and all the double standards in parenthood! (try not to be triggered)!We also chatted about life updates including custody schedules and a couple of questions I received after leaving my corporate job. Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

In this week’s episode, we are chatting with Mary Hendricks from the @theverymarylife where we dig into some of the challenges stay-at-home moms face. We chat about losing your identity after becoming a mom, the financial struggles that stay-at-home moms face, societal expectations, and the division of labor. You can follow Mary on Instagram and TikTok and listen to her podcast Picking Daisies: https://theverymarylife.com/podcastDon’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

I can’t believe I’m saying this but… I’m quitting my corporate job and pursuing entrepreneurship full-time. EK! In this episode I chat about my corporate background, how I decided to leave, my small business, and what I plan on doing after corporate life. Wish me luck! Go and connect with me on my small business Instagram @onyourwayco and browse my products at www.onyourwayco.comDon’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Have you ever wondered how you can grow your social media presence and make money? Well, I have quite the episode for you! Today I am chatting with content creator and social media agency owner, Maddie Muhs where we discuss our personal journey on social media, how we grew, and tips on working with brands, affiliate commissions, and more! We also get vulnerable and talk about how we deal with criticism online, judgment, and insecurities (hello imposter syndrome!). You can find Maddie on Instagram where she shares real-life, mom humor on her personal account, @maddiethemomma, and her social media agency’s Instagram @growthwithmads Maddie has a course that outlines what you need to do to land 4-5-figure brand deals. Visit: https://profitablepartnerships.mtminfluence.com/ for more information!And if you want more information on MTM Influence, visit: https://mtminfluence.com/Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Hey friends! In this episode, I share my personal experience of being diagnosed with ADHD when I was 19 years old and how my symptoms and treatment have changed over the years.While I am not a doctor, therapist, nurse or anything close to being a trained professional in this area, I get a little real about how I really feel about ADHD medication and the importance of a proper diagnosis. Stick around to hear how I manage my ADHD and different tricks I’ve learned over the last 15 years. In this episode, I pull information from the Mayo Clinic. Here is a link if you would like more information on Adult ADHD:https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adult-adhd/symptoms-causes/syc-20350878Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

This week we are chatting with Jamie Scrimgeour who is the go-to stepmom for support and creator of the Kick Ass Step Mom program. In this episode, Jamie shares her journey as a stepmom, offers advice on navigating blended families, setting boundaries and mistakes stepmoms make in their relationships with their stepkids. You can connect with Jamie and join her community of stepmoms by visiting her website, listening to her podcast and connecting on Instagram and Facebook.www.jamiescrimgeour.comwww.jamiescrimgeour.com/podcast www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeourwww.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie https://www.thekickassstepmomproject.com/groupcoachingDon’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Hey friends! Today we are chatting about spring break, sleepovers, swim lessons and screentime.  Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Samantha, aka @mommy.realist, who is the OG real mom on Instagram shares her experience as a stay-at-home mom to working mom and the challenges she faced finding her purpose and identity outside of motherhood. We discuss other topics such as the pressures social media puts on women to be a “perfect mom”, how we need to stop comparing our hards, how she navigates criticism online, balancing working in the medical field, mom life, running a small business, being a full-time content creator, and how relationships can change after having kids. Sam has been a trailblazer for so many other women on social media to post the real and raw truths of what it’s like to be a mom and I’m so excited for you to hear our conversation!Follow Samantha on Instagram: @mommy.realist Shop Mommy Realist Merch: https://mommyrealist.com/shopDon’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

In this solo episode, I share a few pieces of personal advice on various topics related to motherhood. I was inspired by the one and only Renee over at the Mom Room Podcast where she shared 39 Pieces of Advice for her 39th birthday (go and listen to her two-part series because she has some great advice as well).I also go on a rant about a viral video on TikTok from a mom who was shaming another mom at Costco for not leaving her child at home with their dad so she could eat her pizza in peace. Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

This week I am so excited to be talking to Michelle Dempsey Multack! If you don’t know who Michelle is, she is a certified divorce and co-parenting specialist, bestselling author, educator for divorce coaches, and podcast host of Moms Moving On. Her book and podcast helped me tremendously when I was navigating my divorce and I am so so thankful for the work she is doing in this space. In this episode, Michelle shares about how she found confidence and empowerment after her divorce and the importance of reframing divorce as an opportunity for personal growth. We also talk about setting boundaries when co-parenting and tips for talking to children about divorce.Can’t wait for you all to listen to this one! Follow Michelle on Instagram: @themichelledempseyMom’s Moving On Podcast: https://momsmovingon.com/podcasts/Buy Michelle’s Book Moms Moving On (Audio Version): https://amzn.to/48TtFl7Buy Michelle’s Book Moms Moving On (Hardcover): https://amzn.to/3SYTH0bDon’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Hi friends! Welcome to a new solo episode of my podcast. This week I am chatting about my experience as an egg donor in my early 20’s! It’s been over 10 years so I kind of forgot I did this but someone asked if I would talk more in depth about my experience so here ya go! If you know someone who was a recipient of egg donation or is a fertility doctor, send me a DM. I would love to dig more into the conversation of infertility! Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

On this week's episode, we are chatting with Erin Morrison, aka The Conscious Mom. If you’re anything like me and regularly lose your shit on your kids and want to find a more gentle, but effective way to parent your kids and self-regulate, you don’t want to miss this episode. Erin provides insights on regulating emotions as a parent, repairing relationships after losing control, and handling challenging situations in public.Erin is a certified Conscious Parenting Coach who has two master's degrees in Psychological Counseling from Columbia University. She has also trained with Dr. Shefali Tsabary, who is a world-renowned clinical psychologist. Follow Erin on Instagram @itstheconsciousmom If you want to work with Erin directly, visit her website at https://theconsciousmom.com/about/ Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Hey friends! Today we are talking with Annalee Grace, who many of you probably already follow on Instagram and TikTok. Join us while we chat candidly about imposter syndrome, our birthing experiences, different challenges we experienced as moms, navigating friendships, and the purpose behind her brand Along the Waves!You can follow Annalee on Instagram @annalee15 and TikTok @annleegrace15 and go check out her brand, Along the Waves https://alongthewaves.com Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Katy Blommer is the CEO and Founder of Women’s Best Life University and a Vice President at a large financial institution where she leads and manages large global teams. She is the creator of the Working Mom Happiness Method and a recipient of Utah Business’s 30 Women to Watch in 2023. She is pretty much the gold standard for working moms - no big deal!Join us while we discuss Katy’s journey to finding balance in her life as a busy working mom with a demanding career, how to avoid burnout and live your best life.You can follow Katy on Instagram @katyblommer and listen to her podcast The Working Mom Happiness Method on Apple Podcast and Spotify. To connect with Katy and join one of her online coaching groups, visit: Women’s Best Life University: https://www.womensbestlifeuniversity.com/Washington Post: When moms out-earn their husbands, they gain more housework: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2022/05/02/housework-divide-working-parents/ Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Sarah Steele aka, thecorporatemama, is joining us on the podcast to talk about her thoughts on balancing motherhood, prioritizing what’s important, mom guilt, and her experience as a newly single mom! Sarah gives a lot of great advice in this episode so grab your favorite beverage and enjoy the episode! Resources for moms who are trying to find work:https://www.themomproject.com/Join a community of ambitious women leaning into family life:  https://www.motheruntitled.com/Follow Sarah on Instagram @thecorporatemama and TikTok @thecorporatemama Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Hi friends! I wanted to release a bonus episode this week talking about a leave of absence I recently took from my corporate job as well as mental health.Just a reminder that it’s okay to not be okay and to seek support when you need it.  Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Today we are talking about something that I am very passionate about! The mental, emotional, and invisible load of parenthood. My guest today is Zach Watson, aka “the Recovering Man-child”. Zach has over 600,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok where he talks about how we fail at sharing the domestic, mental, and emotional load of parenthood, often carried by mothers. Join us for this raw and real conversation about the mental load and how to address it with your partner. Follow Zach on Instagram @realzachthinkshare and TikTok: @zachthinkshareApply for a Relationship Goals Consult with Zach here: https://stan.store/Zachthinkshare/RelationshipGoalsConsult Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Lina Forrestal, who recently became a mom of two, discusses her experience transitioning from one to two kids, postpartum anxiety, maternity leave, hiring a postpartum doula, and her viral video about sending her husband home after the birth of their second daughter. Lina is currently on maternity leave from her corporate job, she is a content creator, blogger, and the host of the New Mamas Podcast. Follow Lina on Instagram at @linaforrestal and listen to her Podcast, The New Mamas Podcast  Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Trigger Warning: The following episode mentions sensitive topics such as suicide and domestic violence that may be upsetting to some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling with these issues, please seek support from a mental health professional or the following helplines: Domestic Violence Help Line: 1-800-799-7233Suicide Help Line: 988On today’s episode, we are talking to my ex-huband and co-parent, Cody. No, this is not an episode about our divorce, but I thought it would be fun to get to know him a bit better since he regularly shows up in my content. Join us while we chat with Cody about his childhood, his experience transitioning into parenthood and sobriety. Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!

Kaitlyn talks about her divorce and covers topics like how to know when to leave a marriage, how to support a friend who is going through a divorce, navigating divorce with young kids, and things that helped her adjust to her new life as a single mom. Books on Divorce: Codependent No MoreThis Is How Your Marriage EndsWhy Can’t I LeaveMom’s Moving OnChildren’s Books on Divorce Don’t forget to follow the podcast on Instagram: @ididntsignupforthispodcast and for more everyday mom life, follow me on Instagram @honestly.kaitlyn, TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn and YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if you would leave a review and share the episode with someone you think would enjoy it!