The journey through IVF is filled with injections, hormones, and the challenge of keeping life moving while your world feels on pause. In this candid conversation, we share the messy, funny, and deeply emotional sides of IVF, how moms, teachers, and runners navigate the balance of hope, exhaustion, and everyday life. Whether you’re in the middle of treatments, supporting a friend, or just curious about the realities of IVF, this episode offers honesty, encouragement, and a reminder that every path to family is valid.

This episode goes beyond the two week wait and negative tests, we open up about the heartbreak of miscarriages, the pain of endometriosis, and even the realities of surgery like fallopian tube removal. Through tears, laughter, and vulnerability, we share the weight of what it means to keep showing up as moms, teachers, and runners while carrying silent struggles. It’s a conversation about resilience, survival, and the power of telling the unfiltered truth.

From race day porta-potty horror stories to toddler potty training fails, this episode is a hilarious (and surprisingly heartfelt) dive into the universal bathroom struggles of mom life, teacher life, and runner life. Allyson, Becky, Rachel, and Katie swap stories about bladder battles on the run, public restroom nightmares, and the unspoken “rules” of porta-potties that everyone should follow.

But in true Espresso Yourself fashion, the conversation doesn’t stop at the laughs. Rachel shares an unforgettable pregnancy test story that takes us from humor to honesty, opening the door to future episodes on infertility, hope, and the mental load moms carry.

Stick around for Quick Shots, where we ask listeners the weirdest places they’ve had to pee and end with a Sip of Strength reminding you that even life’s messiest moments can bring connection, encouragement, and a good laugh.

☕ Funny. Real. Relatable. This is one bathroom break you won’t want to miss.

Not every opinion is popular, but they’re always fun to debate. In this episode, we spill our hottest takes on teaching, parenting, and running—the kind of opinions that make you laugh, cringe, or say “Wait… do I actually agree with that?” From classroom management hacks we secretly hate, to mom trends we can’t stand, to running rules we think are overrated, we’re keeping it real (and a little spicy).

Grab your coffee and join the conversation—you might just find yourself nodding along… or yelling “NO WAY!” at your headphones.

In this follow-up to our conversation on setting the pace for student behavior, we bring the focus home—literally. We open up about the daily hustle of being teaching moms, where household rules, parenting rhythms, and personal goals all compete for space on the calendar. From managing bedtime battles to carving out time for early morning runs, we explore how self-discipline on the track translates into structure, consistency, and balance at home. It’s an honest, encouraging look at how we keep our families—and ourselves—moving forward, one step at a time.

In this lively and honest episode, we catch up on life and share updates on how our classrooms are coming together as the new school year approaches. From bulletin boards to behavior plans, we dive into how we set clear expectations and create a classroom culture that works—for us and our students. You’ll hear some of our wildest behavior stories, and things get fun (and a little revealing!) with a Never Have I Ever: Teacher Edition game. Plus, don’t miss the details on our Amazon gift card giveaway—just like, share, and follow the podcast to enter!

Back-to-school season hits different when you're the teacher, the mom, and still trying to squeeze in your miles. In this episode, we’re talking about classroom setup, Amazon wishlists, kid chaos, and the beautiful mess of building new routines. From running routes to adjusting schedules, it’s all about managing the countdown with a little coffee and a lot of grace.

Teachers on summer break? Sort of. In this episode of Espresso Yourself, Allyson, Becky, Rachel, and Katie unpack the truth about what summer really looks like for educators. From PD sessions to playdates and trying to still squeeze in that run. We’re talking about the messy, multitasking reality of trying to rest and prepare. Whether you’re laminating at the lake or planning playdates in between popsicles, this one's for you.