Thriving In Motherhood Podcast | Productivity, Planning, Family Systems, Time Management, Survival Mode, Mental Health, Vision

Family traditions don't have to be elaborate or expensive to create lasting memories. In this episode, I'm sharing the simple traditions our family has enjoyed for years, from birthdays and holidays to our weekly pizza movie night. I'll share how keeping things simple has helped us stay consistent, involve the kids, and actually enjoy these moments together. My hope is that you'll feel inspired to appreciate the traditions you already have and maybe start a few new ones that work for your family.

In this episode, I chat with Katie, a mom of three, about how the Thriving in Motherhood Planner has helped her find more purpose and joy in her everyday life. Katie shares the practical systems that have made a difference in her home, from simplifying meal planning to creating family rhythms and recognizing personal growth. We also talk about cultivating our strengths, making space for what matters, and recognizing just how much we're accomplishing, even in the ordinary days of motherhood.

I've been making a few changes to how I use my phone, and it's made a bigger difference than I expected. This week, I'm sharing the simple boundaries I've put in place, what I've learned about my need for quiet, and how spending less time on my phone has helped me enjoy my days more.

Not sure what to do with the monthly calendar in your planner? In this episode, Jessica shares what's changing in the 2027 Thriving in Motherhood Planner and walks through practical ways to make your monthly calendar work for you—from tracking progress and noticing patterns to documenting daily highlights and taking small steps toward your goals. The goal isn't to use every page perfectly. It's to use the tools that support the life you're actually trying to create.

Feeling overwhelmed by everything you need to do, but not sure where to start? In this episode, Jessica sits down with Mallory, a working mom of three, to walk through how to take everything swirling around in your head and turn it into a plan that actually feels manageable. They talk about prioritizing what matters right now, finding a safe place for everything else, letting go of perfection, and using your planner to support your real life, not add more to your plate.