Episode 21 - August Reset: Holding On, Letting Go & Starting Fresh

Episode 21 - August Reset: Holding On, Letting Go & Starting Fresh

Author: Kate and Jenn August 6, 2026 Duration: 41:32
Send us Fan Mail Summer somehow flies by... and August has a way of bringing all the feelings. In this episode of Messy Minded Mama, we're reflecting on the highs and lows of summer, and talking honestly about the emotional transition into a new school year. From excitement and anticipation to grief over another season ending, we're exploring why motherhood is often full of seemingly opposite emotions—and why that's completely normal. We also share what we're hoping for our kids, what we're h...

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 02 - The Things We Thought We Would Be Better At [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:26
Send us Fan Mail We all had a version of ourselves we thought we’d be better at before motherhood. Staying calm. Being patient. Keeping it together. Feeling confident in our choices. In this episode, we’re getting honest…
Introducing Messy Minded Mama [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:43
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Messy Minded Mama! This is a space that feels more like a real conversation than a polished production. The kind you’d have with a trusted friend, coffee in hand, where nothing needs to be tie…