Episode 17 - Marriage After Kids: Real Talk with Our Husbands (Part 1)

Episode 17 - Marriage After Kids: Real Talk with Our Husbands (Part 1)

Author: Kate and Jenn June 11, 2026 Duration: 42:31
Send us Fan Mail Marriage after kids changes everything—and yet, somehow, the heart of a strong marriage remains the same. In this special episode, Jenn is joined by her husband, Tyler, for an honest conversation about what marriage looks like after children enter the picture. From navigating the mental load and staying connected through busy seasons to sharing parenting responsibilities and finding humor in the chaos, they're pulling back the curtain on the realities of family life. Together...

Ever feel like you're trying to balance a dozen spinning plates while walking through a fog? You're not alone. Messy Minded Mama is that candid, deep-breath conversation you need, hosted by Kate and Jenn, who navigate the same daily chaos as you-except they're also mental health therapists. This podcast digs into the real, unvarnished experience of parenting, where questions about kids' development, family dynamics, and your own mental well-being collide with the need to maybe, just maybe, find a moment for your own health and fitness. Forget perfect Instagram squares; here, the focus is on the "messy middle," that space between the ideal and the reality where most of us actually live. Each episode feels like a chat with insightful friends who get it, blending professional perspective with personal empathy. You'll hear honest talk about anxiety, setting boundaries, keeping a family connected, and navigating guilt without letting it steer the ship. It’s a resource for anyone who wants to parent with more intention and less burnout, understanding that caring for your mind is as crucial as caring for everyone else. Tune in for a genuine, supportive take on making it all work, even when it feels like it’s all falling apart.
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Episode 11 - Midnight Madness: The Reality of Sleep with Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:59
Send us Fan Mail There’s nothing quite like finally getting into bed after a long day… only to hear, “Mom?” from down the hall. In this honest episode of Midnight Madness, we’re talking about the invisible night shift of…
Episode 10 - What Our Kids Really Think About Us as Moms [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:02
Send us Fan Mail We did something bold… and possibly a little risky. We invited our kids onto the podcast. No prep. No coaching. Just completely unfiltered honesty from the people who know us best—and aren’t afraid to ca…
Episode 09 - The Unsolicited Advice You Just Didn't Ask For [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:44
Send us Fan Mail Something about becoming a mom seems to come with an open invitation for opinions… from everyone. In this episode, we’re diving into the unsolicited advice we never asked for—but somehow keep getting. Fr…
Episode 08 - Ambition After Motherhood: Are We Allowed to Want More? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:39
Send us Fan Mail What happens to ambition after becoming a mom? In this episode, we’re getting real about the tension so many mothers feel—but don’t always say out loud. The desire to be present with our families and sti…
Episode 07 - If Motherhood Had A Yelp Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:27
Send us Fan Mail If motherhood had a Yelp page… we’d have a few things to say. In this episode of Messy Minded Mama, we rate different parts of motherhood like they’re businesses being reviewed online — school drop-off,…
Episode 06 - 9 Lives Before 9: Morning Madness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:58
Send us Fan Mail Mornings in motherhood can feel like living nine lives before 9am — getting kids ready, finding lost shoes, reheating the same cup of coffee three times, and somehow trying to take care of yourself too.…
Episode 05 - Who Am I Now? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:09
Send us Fan Mail Motherhood changes everything — including how we see ourselves. In this episode, we talk honestly about the quiet identity shift that happens after kids. The missing parts. The stretching. The grief no o…
Episode 04 - Can We Talk About The Rage? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:34
Send us Fan Mail There are moments in motherhood when the anger surprises you. The snapping. The heat in your chest. The shame that follows. In this episode, we talk openly about mom rage aka the momster—what it is, wher…
Episode 03 - The Mental Load Nobody Prepared Us For [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:38
Send us Fan Mail No one really warns you about how loud your brain gets after becoming a parent. In this episode, we name the invisible mental and emotional load of motherhood — the constant scanning, decision-making, wo…
Episode 01 - Welcome, Meet Kate + Jenn [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:23
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Messy Minded Mama. In this first episode, we’re introducing ourselves — Kate and Jenn — and sharing a little about our lives as moms, the messy middle of motherhood, and the moments that led u…