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What if we treated reading like a real commitment — something worthy of a place on our calendars?

In this episode of Mom Life in the Woods, Karen invites you to reconsider reading as more than a hobby. In a world of endless scrolling and constant noise, choosing to sit down with a book is a quiet act of intention. You'll hear about why reading feels harder now, the mental and emotional benefits of slowing down with words, and how to create simple, meaningful reading rituals for yourself and even with your kids.

Whether you love novels, memoirs, devotionals, cookbooks, or poetry, this is your gentle reminder that it all counts.

So light a candle, pour a drink, and protect the time.

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Karen isn’t a master gardener, but she believes in growing something anyway. This episode explores how small, patient acts—like planting a single herb or tending a pot on the porch—can ground us, teach resilience, and bring quiet joy to everyday life.

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We talk a lot about rest... but what if we’re not actually relaxing?

In this episode of Mom Life in the Woods, Karen explores the quiet difference between simply stopping and truly letting yourself soften. From the constant low-level listening moms do all day (and night) to the surprising power of what we wear at home, this conversation is about giving your nervous system permission to stand down.

Using the idea of a “lounge dress” as both a literal and symbolic cue, Karen shares why real relaxation often has to be intentional—and why scrolling, cozy sweatshirts, and collapsing at the end of the day don’t always get us there. You’ll hear about physical signals that help the body unwind, mental habits that keep us “always on,” and gentle ways to invite more calm into everyday life, whether that’s a quiet porch moment, a cup of herbal tea, or simply changing clothes.

This episode is a reminder that relaxation isn’t laziness. It's fuel, and you don’t have to earn it.

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This is a quiet bonus episode—recorded in the middle of a winter storm, with no agenda and no rush. If your plans were canceled, school is closed, or the world feels unusually still, this episode is for you.

Karen reflects on the unexpected gift of a slowed-down day: cleared calendars, lowered expectations, and the permission to simply be. From soup on the stove and candles by the window to early bedtimes, extra grace, and letting go of productivity, this episode is a gentle reminder that presence matters more than perfection.

If the stillness feels uncomfortable, restless, or even unsettling, you’re not alone. This is an invitation to move at winter speed, to soften into the quiet, and to receive this pause for what it is—a small pocket of grace.

Settle in, take a breath, and listen in.

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In this episode of Mom Life in the Woods, Karen reflects on the humble bike ride and how something so ordinary can be surprisingly life-giving. This isn’t about fitness goals, fancy bikes, or keeping up with anyone else. It’s about fresh air, steady motion, and the kind of slow moments our nervous systems are craving.

Karen shares why bike rides—whether around the block, down a trail, or through your neighborhood—can become some of the most meaningful memories for families, especially when life feels full and busy. You’ll hear gentle encouragement, practical ideas for getting started, and simple ways to add intention and beauty to your next ride with kids of any age (or on your own).

If you’ve been longing for slower days, more connection, and a reminder that joy is often just outside the garage door, this episode is for you.

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What if creativity didn’t require supplies, prep time, or a perfectly clean kitchen island?

This is a conversation about redefining art and creativity in everyday motherhood. From the way we plate a meal, write a note, get dressed, care for our homes, and even walk outside, Karen invites you to see how intention, attention, and beauty are already woven into your daily life.

This episode is not anti-creativity; it’s an invitation to let creativity feel lighter, quieter, and more life-giving. No glue guns required.

Slow down. Notice. And discover how art can look a lot like living.

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Sometimes all it takes is a small detour to remember what we’ve been missing.

In this first episode of Mom Life in the Woods, you’ll see how a quiet, unexpected moment became the heart behind this podcast — a spontaneous stop at a wooded park, the sound of leaves and birds, the simple joy of swinging on a playground as an adult, and the realization that life doesn’t need more noise or more hours… it needs more moments like this.

This episode is an invitation to slow down and notice the beauty already surrounding you — the air, the light, the rhythms of nature, and the simple pleasures that often get overlooked in busy mom life. You’ll reflect on how easy it is to rush from place to place without ever truly experiencing the outdoors, even when it’s right outside our doors, and how reconnecting with nature can ground us not only outside, but inside our homes as well.

You’ll hear about:

• Why small, ordinary moments can feel richer than big, planned ones
• How slowing down can bring more joy without adding anything to your to-do list
• The connection between outdoor awareness and a more peaceful home life
• Finding beauty and intention in every stage of motherhood, from raising little ones to parenting grown kids

This episode sets the tone for Mom Life in the Woods: a place for moms who want to live more intentionally, create meaningful moments with their families, and find calm, joy, and a little sparkle in everyday life — right where they are.

Take a breath, step outside, and walk with us.

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Welcome to Mom Life in the Woods—a podcast for slower, sweeter days.

This is a place for you to to notice the beauty around you, create small but meaningful moments with your family, and build a life that feels intentional and lovely, no matter what stage of motherhood you’re in.

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