The MOOBment

What happens when the dream of becoming a parent isn’t as simple as you imagined?On this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie Ann sits down with Lindsey Mickler of Baby Quest Foundation for an important conversation about infertility, fertility treatments, IVF, surrogacy and the emotional and financial challenges that can come with trying to build a family.Together, they discuss the realities of the fertility journey, the importance of support, and how Baby Quest Foundation helps individuals and couples pursue their dreams of parenthood.Whether you’ve experienced infertility yourself, know someone navigating fertility challenges, or simply want to better understand the journey, this conversation is a reminder of the power of compassion, community, and hope.💙 At The MOOBment, we believe every family has a story—and every journey to motherhood deserves support.We’re excited to spotlight the incredible work of Baby Quest Foundation and explore ways our two communities can come together to raise awareness, support women facing infertility, and help make the dream of creating a family possible.Because motherhood is a journey worth supporting—even before it begins.💙 The MOOBment Podcast is where Mothers Of Only Boys—and those who love us—belong.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does it really mean to be a MOOB — a Mother Of Only Boys?In this special episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie Ann sits down with fellow MOOB Michaelan Mena for an honest, funny, and heartfelt conversation about all things MOOB. From the unique experience of raising only sons to the ways being a MOOB shapes our identity, our relationships, and even how we see ourselves, this is one of those conversations that will have fellow MOOBs nodding along and saying, “Yes! Exactly!”But this episode isn’t only for MOOBs.It’s also for the husbands, partners, friends, daughters-in-law, sisters, mothers, and anyone else who loves a Mother Of Only Boys and wants to understand her a little better. What makes the MOOB experience different? Why do we feel such an immediate connection to one another? And why does having a community of women who truly “get it” matter so much?Laurie Ann and Michaelan talk about the joys, challenges, humor, emotions, misconceptions, and unexpected moments that come with raising only boys — and why creating a place for MOOBs to find one another is at the heart of The MOOBment.If you’re a MOOB, you’ll relate. If you’re not, come listen anyway. You just might understand us a whole lot better by the end.Follow The MOOBment:Instagram: @themoobmentYouTube: The MOOBment PodcastTikTok: @jointhemoobmentFacebook: The MOOBmentVisit http://www.themoobment.com to join The MOOBment for FREE!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jessica Hosfeld is a fellow MOOB — a Mother Of Only Boys — who made a major career pivot and found herself at the forefront of AI. Now she helps businesses and individuals understand how to use artificial intelligence in practical, approachable ways.In this fascinating conversation, Jessica joins Laurie Ann to break down AI without the intimidation factor. They explore how tools like ChatGPT can help busy moms and professionals save time, stay organized, manage schedules, grow a business, brainstorm ideas, and even make more room for self-care.And yes — AI can help with parenting too. From meal planning and family schedules to homework, travel, activities, and the endless mental load of motherhood, Jessica shares ways AI can become a surprisingly useful everyday assistant.Whether you’re already using AI or still wondering what all the fuss is about, this episode offers an accessible look at how this rapidly changing technology can make life a little easier — at home and at work.The MOOBment Podcast — where motherhood, life, and raising boys meet the conversations we’re all having now.Follow us:Instagram @themoobmentTikTok @jointhemoobmentYouTube: The MOOBment PodcastAnd join the MOOBment - it’s free! Visit www.themoobment.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when a mom decides it’s finally her turn to chase a dream? Tara Pinkerton joins The MOOBment Podcast to talk about raising boys, motherhood, rediscovering herself, and stepping into a new chapter as a singer-songwriter. She shares the story behind her new single, “Backburner,” and what it means to stop putting yourself last. This heartfelt conversation is for every mom who has spent years showing up for everyone else and wondered whether there’s still time to do something just for herself. Tara reminds us that motherhood can be a huge part of who we are without being the only part — and that sometimes the dreams we’ve put on the back burner are still waiting for us.Whether you’re raising little boys, teenagers or grown sons, this conversation is a reminder that there is no single roadmap for motherhood—and no one-size-fits-all way to raise a boy. Follow us:Instagram: @themoobmentTikTok: @jointhemoobmentYouTube: The MOOBment PodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No two boys are the same—even when they’re raised by the same parents, in the same home, with the same rules and values.In this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie Ann sits down with Suzy Shaw, creator of Mothers of Boys Survival Guide, for an honest and relatable conversation about raising sons and learning to parent the child in front of you. They share their own experiences as mothers of only boys, including how siblings can have completely different personalities, needs and paths despite growing up under the same roof.Laurie Ann and Suzy also talk about the challenges of letting go as boys grow up, adjusting your parenting as your sons become more independent, and accepting that what works beautifully for one child may not work at all for another.Plus, they answer a listener’s real-life parenting dilemma in MOOB Mail and share plenty of the humor, perspective and hard-earned wisdom that comes from years of raising boys.Whether you’re raising little boys, teenagers or grown sons, this conversation is a reminder that there is no single roadmap for motherhood—and no one-size-fits-all way to raise a boy.  Follow us:Instagram: @themoobmentTikTok: @jointhemoobmentYouTube: The MOOBment PodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.