In this heart-to-heart episode of This Mom’s View, host Saralynn sits down with Jenn, a pediatric nurse, graduate student, and mom of two from Texas. Jenn opens up about the "beautiful heartache" of motherhood and the recent whirlwind of her son’s unexpected IBD diagnosis.

From navigating middle school health challenges to recounting a miraculous recovery after childhood open-heart surgery, Jenn shares how she finds a "center of peace" even when life feels out of control. The two discuss:

• The Power of Grit: Why passion and perseverance are essential for moms and how to model resilience for our children.

• Finding Your Anchor: Practical tools for the "spiraling" mom, including box breathing, faith, and the healing power of music.

• Parenting Through the Uncontrollable: Learning to "lay down" our worries and accept that we can't always shield our kids from the world's bumps.

This episode offers a soulful reminder that even in the most turbulent "flights" of life, you can find a steady place to land.

If you would like to follow Jenn, you can find her Tik Tok HERE

Welcome back to This Mom’s View! We are officially in the thick of the holiday stretch, and if you’re currently hiding in the bathroom with a drink or nursing a seasonal cold while checking off your to-do list—you are in good company.

In this short and sweet solo episode, I deep into the "mixed bag" of the holiday season. From the beautiful chaos of motherhood to the invisible labor that keeps the magic alive, I talk about how my own childhoods shaped the way we celebrate today.

In this episode you'll find:

• The "Ping Pong" Effect

• Creating "Thanks-Christmas"

• The Power of Stability

• The Invisible Labor of Christmas

• New Traditions

• Channeling the Griswolds

Whether you’re a single parent doing it all, a mom of littles dealing with winter germs, or someone trying to navigate a blended family schedule, this episode is a reminder that you get to write your own rule book.

• Instagram: Check out @this_moms_view_ for a visual of the handprint tree skirt—perfect for moms with little ones!

• Share the Love: If this episode made you feel seen, share it with a mom friend who needs a little holiday boost today.

Don’t forget to follow the show so you never miss an episode. Now go tackle that wrapping!

Life on the Home Front: A Law Enforcement Wife's Story

Welcome back to This Mom's View! Grab your drink, find your hiding spot, and join us for a deeply candid conversation about motherhood, marriage, and finding community amidst a high-stakes career.

This week, we're so excited to welcome the host's very own Aunt Yo (Yolanda), a wife and mom to three amazing adult sons (two still at home!). Aunt Yo shares the reality of being a law enforcement spouse for 23 years, from the worries that led her to suggest a career change after a traumatic event, to the power of community in supporting her family.

She opens up about what it was like when her husband, a police officer, was away at the academy, balancing two young boys at home, and the emotional toll of seeing negative portrayals of law enforcement in the media. This episode is a powerful reminder that the spouses and children of our first responders are also on the front line, doing their part by providing a loving, safe space at home.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The Law Enforcement Life: How Aunt Yo navigated 23 years of shift work and inherent risks, and why she was advised not to buy a police scanner.

• The Power of Community: The crucial role a supportive community (both local and within the department wives) played in keeping her family grounded.

• Veteran Mom Wisdom: Aunt Yo’s one piece of tear-inducing advice for new moms (spoiler: it involves snuggles!).

• A Lighthearted Moment: The surprisingly most-used item in her purse!

If you are a spouse of a first responder, feel alone in your journey, or simply need a reminder of the power of maternal community, this episode is for you.

The days are long, but the years are short. Don't forget to follow the show and share this episode with a mom friend who needs to hear it today!