Ever feel like you’re drowning in all the things? The work deadlines, the laundry, the appointments, the kids’ schedules, the messages you still haven’t answered—and the mental list that somehow keeps growing while you sleep?

In this episode of Confessions of a Working Mom, I’m talking about what it feels like when everything needs something from you at once. If you’re overwhelmed, behind, or wondering how everyone else seems to keep up, come sit with me for a bit. We’ll talk about putting down the pressure to do it all and figuring out what actually needs your attention today.

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How many things have you been putting off because you don’t have enough time, don’t know exactly where to begin, or can’t do them the “right” way?

In this episode, we’re talking about why messy action is always better than no action—whether you’re building a business, tackling your home, working on your health, navigating motherhood, or finally dealing with something you’ve been avoiding.

If any of this feels like it's you right now click play and let us know what you think!

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Late nights, sleeping in, living on snacks, eating whatever is easiest, and letting the chaos slowly take over—sound familiar? Somewhere along the way, our summer freedom turned into feeling completely off track.

In this episode, we’re talking about how easily we fall out of our routines, the wake-up calls that finally make us pay attention, and how to get back on track without punishing ourselves or trying to overhaul our entire lives overnight. With school starting and schedules returning, it’s the perfect time to reset our sleep, meals, homes, calendars, and daily habits.

You haven’t failed, and you aren’t starting over. Sometimes you just need to stop, recognize that the season of chaos has run its course, and do the next right thing.

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How do you know when it’s actually time to scale your business? Do you prepare, build the systems, and wait until everything feels ready—or do you take the leap and figure it out along the way?

In this episode we’re talking about the signs that your business is ready to grow, what to put in place before you expand, when to hire, and how to tell the difference between a temporary busy season and a true need to scale. We’re also getting honest about the fear, risk, and messy action that come with moving beyond what you can manage alone.

If you’ve been wondering whether it’s time to grow—or whether you’re even ready—this episode will help you figure out your next move.

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After nearly 20 years as a pescatarian, Laina started eating meat—and went full carnivore. In this episode she's sharing the honest update: what she's eating, how her body is responding, what’s happening with the weight, energy, cravings, digestion, and everything else.

This isn’t medical advice or a perfectly executed diet plan—it’s one busy working mom experimenting, learning, occasionally going off the rails, and figuring out what makes her feel her best. So… is she sticking with carnivore? Listen to find out!

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Has summer screen time completely taken over your house? Between working, managing kids and simply trying to survive the long summer days, it’s easy for a little TV or iPad time to turn into hours—and suddenly, everyone is melting down when it’s time to turn it off.

In this episode, we’re talking honestly about how screen time can affect kids’ moods, behavior, attention spans and sleep, plus practical ways to create boundaries without making yourself crazy. We’re also turning the mirror on ourselves, because our kids are watching how often we reach for our phones too.

As summer winds down, we’ll share realistic tips for cutting back, handling the pushback and easing the entire family into a healthier back-to-school routine—without the guilt or the expectation of perfection.

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Back to school isn’t just a reset for the kids—it’s a reset for the whole family, especially Mom. After a summer of loose schedules, late nights, constant snacks, screen time, and trying to work through the chaos, we are more than ready to get back into a routine.

In this episode, we’re talking about why back-to-school season can feel like a second New Year: a chance to clean out the clutter, restart healthy habits, organize the calendar, and finally feel back on track. Laina even cleaned her storage room —so clearly, something has shifted.

You can love summer and still be ready for it to end. This isn’t about completely reinventing your life by the first day of school. It’s about finding your rhythm again, one small reset at a time.

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When a Level 3 evacuation alert says GO NOW, there’s no time to figure out what to pack, where to go, or how to get everyone out safely.

With wildfires forcing families throughout the Spokane area to evacuate, we’re talking about the terrifying reality of leaving your home—and what every family can do now to be better prepared for an emergency.

Emergency preparedness isn’t about living in fear. It’s about making decisions while you’re calm so you don’t have to make them while you’re scared.

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