In Episode 18 of Just 4 Moms, Caitlin and the crew are back with laughs, honesty, and a deep dive into a topic that impacts countless mothers—maternal mental health. They kick things off with a hilarious discussion about the lies we tell our kids (yes, stores do close at naptime), and a round of fresh “Mom Fails” that will have you nodding along in solidarity.

Then, in honor of Maternal Mental Health Month, the conversation takes a heartfelt turn as the hosts share their personal journeys through postpartum challenges—from anxiety and baby blues to the gaps in postpartum care. They’re joined by special guest Katie Crenshaw—author, speaker, and mental health advocate—who brings powerful insight into her own experience and her work with The Blue Dot Project. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s felt the weight of new motherhood and wondered if they were alone. Spoiler: you're not.

In this candid and thought-provoking episode of Just 4 Moms, Charlotte celebrates a milestone birthday and dreams of a girls trip, while the hosts share their latest "mom fails"—from forgotten snacks to Easter candy sabotage. But the heart of the episode dives deep into a listener's question: How do we talk to our kids about feminism?

Charlotte offers a quick history of feminism, and the moms discuss how their parenting approaches reflect their values—from dismantling gender stereotypes in chores and play to raising sensitive sons and confident daughters. Special guest Chrissy Khachane, an educational consultant and former head of school, joins the conversation with her take on how fairness, dignity, and opportunity are key to raising the next generation.

With warmth, humor, and honesty, the hosts explore how motherhood itself can be a feminist act—and how we’re all figuring it out in real time.

In Episode 16, host Kallie and the crew get candid about failing forward—what it means, why it matters, and how to reframe our relationship with failure. From viral underwear ads and the Dunning-Kruger effect to forgotten lip stains and botched job interviews, this conversation explores how we stumble, what we learn, and how to model resilience for our kids.

We dive into the gender gap in confidence, especially in how women approach risk, perfectionism, and the fear of public failure. Charlotte unpacks how burnout and rejection redirected her to a life she loves, while Kallie shares how a "dream house fail" ended up being a blessing in disguise. Caitlin reminds us that sometimes the only way forward is to be willing to "suck" at something until you get better.

Plus, a special chat with Erica Ligenza of Coming Up Roses and the THRIVE Podcast, where she opens up about her own recipe mishaps, personal growth, and her favorite mantra: “We can do hard things.”

We close out the show with our signature Pits and Peaks segment—because even in a week full of messes, there’s always something to celebrate.