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Your days are a blur of cleaning, chauffeuring, cooking, and managing every detail of family life. You’re juggling everyone’s needs, yet you feel invisible, unappreciated, and completely drained. Somewhere along the way, you’ve disappeared.
Welcome to the Moms Without Capes Podcast. This isn’t just another podcast telling you to “take care of yourself” without showing you how. Here, we dig into the real struggles moms face—emotional exhaustion, invisible labor, and constant guilt—and offer practical, sustainable solutions to help you reclaim your identity and find balance.
We're not about adding more to your plate or achieving an impossible ideal. The time has come to rediscover the you who’s been buried under the weight of motherhood and learn how to prioritize yourself without guilt.
If you’re ready to stop running on empty, feel seen and appreciated, and finally reclaim the life you deserve, this podcast is for you. Listen now to the Moms Without Capes Podcast and let’s take this journey together.
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If getting dressed has ever felt overwhelming or if your closet feels like a reminder of all the versions of you you've been through, you're definitely not the only mother who feels this. Today, personal stylist, entrepreneur, and mom Lana Ashby Rowder joins me to talk about how style can be a simple, powerful way for moms to reconnect with themselves. We dive into why clothing feels so emotional after motherhood, how decision fatigue shows up in our closets, and the surprisingly big impact o...
Ever feel like your brain just won’t turn off even when you’re bone tired? You’re not alone. In this episode, Onnie dives into how motherhood can actually fuel anxiety, from invisible pressures and perfectionism to the myth of the “good mom.” You’ll learn what anxiety really looks like for moms (hint: it’s not always panic attacks), how control and the mental load keep you stuck in overdrive, and the mindset shifts that can help you breathe again. Support the show Join my Facebook communit...
In this powerful and deeply moving episode, we sits down with Pamela Good, author of He Never Let Go, to explore her journey from emotional survival to true freedom in Christ. Pamela grew up navigating life with a mother who lived with paranoid schizophrenia, and for decades she relied on perfectionism, self-reliance, and “holding it all together” just to make it through. But everything changed when she hit rock bottom and finally surrendered her pain, her story, and her past to God. This epi...
Ever noticed how stress can show up in your body—like tension, headaches, or mysterious aches that appear out of nowhere? In this episode, Onnie shares a powerful personal story about how emotional pressure turned into physical pain and what it taught her about the mind-body connection. Learn how unprocessed emotions can manifest as real physical symptoms, why your body might be trying to get your attention, and what you can do to start healing from the inside out. ✨ Tune in for a story that ...
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you stopped doing it all? In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, Onnie explores what can unfold when a mom finally steps back, sets boundaries, and starts prioritizing herself. It’s not always comfortable and it’s definitely not simple but sometimes the smallest shift in your own behavior can ripple through your relationships in surprising ways. Tune in to hear: ✨ Why stepping back doesn’t mean giving up ✨ How guilt and fear ...
Family can be one of the hardest places to set boundaries—especially when you’re used to keeping the peace, avoiding conflict, or saying “yes” when you really mean “no.” But when you constantly let others overstep your limits, resentment builds, burnout sets in, and your sense of self starts to fade. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, Onnie dives deep into what it really means to set boundaries with family members and how doing so is an act of self-love, not selfishness. She s...
Are you running on fumes—late nights, restless sleep, hitting snooze, and rushing through your days on autopilot? So many moms get stuck in survival mode, and while it might feel normal, it’s not sustainable. Survival mode isn’t living. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, we’re talking about the everyday habits that keep you drained—like late-night scrolling, snoozing alarms, and inconsistent self-care—and how to replace them with routines that actually restore calm and control...
Do you ever feel like somewhere along the way, you stopped being you and became only “mom”? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, we talk about the five signs that you may have lost yourself under the mom-hat and I offer gentle encouragement to start finding your way back. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, invisible, or unsure of who you are beyond motherhood, this conversation will help you see that it’s possible to reclaim your identity one small step at a t...
Ever feel like you're running on empty - with no sitter, no social life, and barely a moment to yourself? In this episode, we’re talking about how to find meaningful connection and spark joy even when time, help, and energy are in short supply. Whether you’re deep in the trenches or just feeling a little disconnected, this conversation will remind you that joy is still possible and connection is closer than you think. ✨ You’ll learn: What connection really looks like in this seasonHow to stac...
Do you ever feel like everyone else has a “thing” they’re passionate about while you’re just trying to survive the to-do list? If the search for passion feels overwhelming or even discouraging, this episode is for you. In this episode, we challenge the myth that purpose has to be big and flashy. I shares why meaning often shows up in smaller, quieter ways and how you can begin noticing those moments in your own life. From following your curiosity to redefining what achievement looks lik...
You’ve done the work in therapy—you’ve faced the hard stuff, built new skills, and started to feel more like yourself again. But now therapy is ending, and you’re left wondering: How do I keep moving forward without losing my progress? In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I share practical ways to stay grounded and continue growing after therapy ends. We’ll talk about creating a plan for yourself, how to use the tools you’ve learned in everyday life, and why your personal growth...
Motherhood can be shockingly lonely. You're constantly surrounded, yet somehow still feel unseen, unheard… disconnected. And let’s be real- making friends as an adult? That’s a whole thing. In this episode, we're talking about why friendship and connection are essential for your mental and emotional well-being and how to build real, soul-nourishing relationships without cringing through forced conversations at playdates. Whether you’re craving community or just tired of surface-level chats, t...
Resentment can sneak into a marriage quietly—one unspoken need, one overlooked responsibility, one “What do you need me to do?” at a time—until you wake up feeling more like roommates than partners. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I’m sharing how to begin rebuilding connection after resentment has taken root. And spoiler: it doesn’t start with “fixing” your marriage—it starts with reconnecting to you. To schedule a 15 minute consultation to see if therapy could help with...
In this raw and relatable episode, Onnie returns to the mic after a short hiatus to talk about something so many moms silently struggle with: resentment in marriage. From doing it all to expecting your partner to read your mind, Onnie breaks down the top five ways resentment sneaks into your relationship — and what you can start doing today to shift the dynamic. This is a “what not to do” episode — not from a place of judgment, but from lived experience. Onnie shares honest stories from her o...
You finally get a break—some rare, uninterrupted time to yourself. But instead of feeling free to relax, you feel pressure to use it wisely. Should you tackle your to-do list? Catch up on work? Get ahead on errands? Before you know it, your “me-time” turns into just another thing to optimize—and instead of feeling refreshed, you end up exhausted. In this episode, we dive into the paradox of me-time and why so many moms struggle to truly rest when they get time alone. Support the show Join my ...
Dive into the pervasive issue of racing thoughts and overactive minds that many mothers experience. We explore how the mental load, societal expectations, and personal pressures contribute to this mental overwhelm. In this episode of Moms Without Capes, you will gain insights into the science behind anxiety-induced overthinking and discover practical strategies to manage and quiet your mind. Resources mentioned: Episode on the Eisenhower Matrix An Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Buy Yourself th...
Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or on the verge of snapping, yet unsure of how to manage those emotions without guilt or shame? In this episode of Moms Without Capes, we are chatting with Bronwyn Schweigerdt, a licensed psychotherapist, podcaster, and anger expert, who shares her insights on why anger is a misunderstood emotion—and how moms can use it to transform their lives. In this episode, Bronwyn and I explore: What anger really tells us about our needs and boundaries...
Ever wonder why you start the day feeling motivated but by the afternoon, you’re reaching for snacks, snapping at your kids, or ditching your well-intentioned plans? It’s not because you lack discipline—it’s because willpower isn’t a limitless resource! In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, we’re diving into the real reasons why relying on willpower alone doesn’t work for busy moms. I’ll unpack three key ways supermoms unknowingly drain their energy and I’ll share simple, effecti...
Feeling drained, overwhelmed, and stuck in the endless cycle of caring for everyone but yourself? In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Dugas, a naturopathic doctor who specializes in breaking down health and wellness into bite-sized, practical tips for ‘busy moms. Together, we discuss how simplifying your approach to health and embracing natural living can help you reclaim your energy, reduce stress, and reconnect with the woman you are beyond motherhood. Fro...
Do you ever feel like all the effort you put into running your household and caring for your family goes completely unnoticed? Like you’re juggling a million tasks, but no one truly sees everything you do? In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, we dive deep into why so many moms feel invisible and unappreciated—and, more importantly, how to reclaim your sense of value and respect within your family. Join me as I share my own journey of breaking free from the "supermom" cycle, lear...
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