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Grace Momma Grace

108 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 82 ratings

It is high time we conquer the feelings of mom guilt, inadequacy, failure, and never-enough-ness together. I am not an expert, I am a mom who is in the struggle with you, and I am working tirelessly to overcome it. It is my mission to help you remember that you are enough exactly the way you are. You are the mother your children need. You are a perfect mother just because you love your kids. Welcome to Grace Momma Grace. Let's do this!

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4. Help Your Kiddos TALK!

July 20, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MB

Have you ever been frustrated in your communication with your kiddos? Wishing they could talk better, frustrated with speech delays, or wishing you could communicate more effectively? In this episode, Brynne breaks down some simple tools, tips, and techniques for helping your kids talk! And early on! These hacks can literally be implemented starting at birth, and Brynne gets a little nerdy and excited about all this stuff. Listen up!

3. Grace After a 27 Bloom Day

July 13, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MB

As women, mothers, and human beings in 2023, sometimes we are way too “27 bloom night-ish.” We go and go and go, and perform, and say yes, and we’re on all the time, and we can't say no, and we hear things like "naps are for sissies" and "no rest for the weary" and we buy into that way of life. But it doesn't have to be like that. There is an amazing book called Conversations with a Moonflower (mega suggest it). In that book there was a powerful life lesson taught. In this episode, Brynne...

2. When the One You Love Struggles with Pornography

June 15, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MB

In this episode, Brynne digs into the real, deep, raw truth behind her healing from betrayal trauma. Addiction is hard. But you're not alone momma. You are not alone.

1. Happy Habits

May 25, 2023 12:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MB

Have you ever had one of those days where you just feel off? Like you "woke up on the wrong side of the bed" and you just want to start over? Like you're grumpy and don't want to be, but don't know how to snap out of it? Well, Brynne has been there too! In this episode, Brynne shares her "Happy Habits" that have proven time and time again to be helpful in "snapping out of it." Listen up, and then? Go find YOUR Happy Habits too!

Bonus Episode: MAKE IT a Great Mother's Day!

May 13, 2023 18:00 - 13 minutes - 18.1 MB

Do you ever feel like Mother's Day just isn't all it's cracked up to be? Do you sometimes feel like it's actually kind of the worst day ever? Well...Brynne has some thoughts about how to change that, and she shares them in this episode! Listen up!

23. Maternity Leave

June 09, 2022 13:04 - 4 minutes - 6.08 MB

The best way to teach anyone anything is to lead by example. In this episode, Brynne explains how she will be doing just that! She is giving herself GRACE as a momma as she is expecting her fourth cute baby any day now, and will be taking a little maternity leave from releasing new episodes. Remember you are doing better than you think you are, remember that you are the mother YOUR children need, and remember that you are an AMAZING mother just because you love your kids!! See you back here ...

22. Grace with Your Summer

June 02, 2022 13:04 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MB

Summertime is here! Your kiddos are home full time, and a lot of the time that means comparison to other people's amazing vacations, the need to feel on and playful and intentional ALL the time, and... lots and lots of mom guilt! In this episode, Brynne addresses 6 tips to help you have an AMAZING summer with your family! Listen up! 

21. Age is Irrelevant

May 26, 2022 13:04 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MB

Happy Birthday to Brynne! In this episode, released on Brynne's 31st birthday, she shares some thoughts surrounding age, and some alternatives to the negative ways we have come to think about aging, getting older, and comparing ourselves to others.  Listen up! This stuff is golden! 

20. Maximizing Your Potential!

May 19, 2022 13:04 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MB

It's not often that Brynne gets all nerdy and scientifical, but when something really peaks her interest? MAN alive, she's all in! In this episode, Brynne shares everything she's learned about maximizing our potential by tapping into your biological clock! YES there really are times that are best for you to be creative, to rest, to sleep, to have hard conversations, all of it! Listen up! 

19. Helping Your Kiddos Feel Like THEY Are Enough Too

May 12, 2022 13:04 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MB

We've talked a lot about how to help YOU feel like you're enough as a momma, but what about your kiddos? How do we help them feel like they measure up too?  In this episode, Brynne is responding to a question from a fellow mom and avid podcast listener. These are Brynne's thoughts surrounding how you can help your kiddo feel like he or she is enough, just like you. Listen up! 

18. Embracing SELF Compassion with Christie Fielding

May 05, 2022 13:20 - 56 minutes - 77.1 MB

We have learned all of our lives to be compassionate and forgiving toward others. What about being passionate and forgiving toward ourselves? In this episode, Brynne brings on guest and therapist Christie Fielding to chat all about self compassion and how we can give ourselves more GRACE as mommas! Listen up! 

17. Get Your Color Back

April 28, 2022 13:00 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

As flamingos become parents, and take care of and feed their babies, they are drained of their color! So much so that they can become a pale pink or even turn white. Do you feel like this momma? Do you feel drained? Flamingo parents gain their pink color back eventually as the chicks become independent, but what about you momma? It takes a LOT longer for a human to become independent. When will YOU get your color back?  Buckle up and get ready for a good listen. Brynne is passionate about t...

16. Get Un-Busy!

April 21, 2022 13:00 - 54 minutes - 75.4 MB

Ever since Brynne's dad passed away last July, songs that talk about being alive, and coming alive, have been REALLY powerful for her. It’s one thing to have air in your lungs, and a beating heart… it’s another thing entirely to live a life where you FEEL alive. And spoiler alert… busyness does not mean we are alive. It does not mean we are fulfilled. Or joyful. “Why have we all assumed that busyness is a good thing? Because our good commitments build our busyness. Busyness is an overcommitm...

15. Helping Your Kiddos Eat Healthier

April 14, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MB

The struggle to help our kiddos eat healthy can be REAL. Every momma can understand that one. In this episode, Brynne shares the five things that have helped her and her family make healthier choices! Listen up, and let's do what we can to change the way our family FEELS based on the way we FUEL ourselves! You've got this momma! 

14. I Am Worth the Time It Takes to Feel Amazing

April 07, 2022 13:00 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MB

So many times Brynne hears mommas say something like, "I don't have time to workout, I have to take care of ________." Or, "I don't have time to read like I used to, I have ______ kids." Or, "I haven't showered in ______...you know, mom life!" In this episode, Brynne brings ALL the truth love to helping you realize that... MOMMA! YOU ARE WORTH THE TIME IT TAKES TO FEEL AMAZING. And when you feel amazing? The people you care for will feel amazing too. Listen up! 

13. Married Life: Communication is Key!

March 28, 2022 11:00 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MB

Brynne got to spend the last few days on the beautiful beach of Punta Cana with her husband and some of her amazing couple friends. On this trip, some beautiful and interesting conversations happened that she would like to share in this episode. Tune in for this simple, but PROFOUND, tool that can absolutely transform your marriage, and your life! 

12. Tools to Manage Your Kiddos

March 21, 2022 11:00 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MB

When it comes to kids who are not listening well, kids who are misbehaving constantly, kids who are randomly acting out...Brynne absolutely loves to chat about tools that can help! In this episode, she shares TONS of ideas to help you manage your kiddos, no matter their age! Remember, if you want the printout Brynne talks about, reach out to her on IG @brynnewise. You've got this momma! With these tools, you can absolutely feel empowered to help your kiddos become amazing listeners, who are ...

11. Embrace Your Fears

March 14, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MB

Fear: Face Everything and Rise. As mommas, we have so much to fear, but we don't have to live life always afraid. We can face our fears and rise to become one step closer to the greatest version of ourselves! In this episode, Brynne shares a few personal experiences about fears that she's faced. Momma, listen up! We don't need to be fearless, but we can absolutely fear-LESS! 

10. Make Your Home Work for YOU!

March 07, 2022 12:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MB

In today's social media world, it is SO easy to get caught up in the comparison of what has come to be known as having a "Pinterest Worthy" home, even if you're not spending much, if any, time on Pinterest! In this episode, Brynne shares some of the tips she and her family have implemented to make their home work for them, in the season of life they're in RIGHT now! Stop the comparison, start the grace momma. And make your home work for YOU! 

9. Women and Pornography with Kerrie Nygard

February 28, 2022 12:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MB

So your spouse is addicted to pornography... or actually, YOU are addicted to pornography as a woman...or you're a mom and have no idea how to handle this issue presently or how to deal with your fear of the future. In this episode, Brynne brings on guest and life coach Kerrie Nygard to chat more about ALL of this! Listen up mommas! Whether this affects you directly, or someone you know and love, this episode is one to hear! 

8. Welcoming a New Sibling to the Family

February 21, 2022 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Congratulations, you are expecting! And now to face one of the hardest transitions in the lives of your kids: helping them grasp the concept of adding someone new to the family! In this episode, Brynne is 22 weeks pregnant herself, and has all the thoughts about making a smooth transition for those cute kiddos! Listen up for the 5 tips she has found to be the most helpful, from one pregnant momma to another! 

7. Productive Complaining

February 14, 2022 12:00 - 8 minutes - 11.5 MB

As women, we need to share the hard things we are going through with people that we love and trust. But do we need to share it with anyone and everyone who will listen? Are we talking to the right people who can help us brainstorm ideas to make changes for the better? Or are we just whining and complaining? In this episode, Brynne gives some truth love when it comes to gossiping, and complaining. If you really want the hard things to change in your life, listen up, and implement this quick b...

6. When Life Gets Hard

February 07, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MB

Sometimes life throws us a million curve balls, all at the same time. And right now? It seems there are so many people in the world who are going through something incredibly hard! In this episode, Brynne talks about the 10 things that have helped her the most when life got the hardest for her. Listen up, take notes, and get ready to proactively do something to make your life better when things feel too heavy to handle. You can do hard things! 

5. Make Your Heart Sing with Savannah Ogden

January 31, 2022 12:00 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MB

Have you ever felt those tugs on your heart that just keep coming back? Those silent, or noisy, nudges that revisit your thoughts again and again? In this episode, Brynne brings on guest Savannah Ogden to chat about how following those tugs can bring so much joy to your life, and literally make your heart sing! Listen up, lean in, and learn how to follow your heart! 

4. I Am Sorry

January 24, 2022 12:00 - 11 minutes - 15.6 MB

There are three words that are incredibly powerful when used with sincerity, and those words are, "I am sorry." In this episode, Brynne shares some powerful tools she has learned and implemented with her own family when it comes to asking for forgiveness, and extending that forgiveness to others. Listen up! 

3. Top Tips for Having a Clean Home with Kids

January 17, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MB

So you want to have a clean house all the time? Tip #1: Never allow yourself to rest or have hobbies. #2: Never cook food at home. #3: Never allow your children to play with anything. #4: Spend all your time outside of your home. Can I get an amen??!  In all seriousness though, Brynne ABSOLUTELY understands the struggle between trying to keep a house of order, and trying to make the most of the precious time we have with our kids! So in this episode, she shares several of her favorite trick...

2. Dealing with Bullies - On the Internet and in Real Life

January 10, 2022 12:00 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MB

Have you, or someone you love, ever been bullied? On the internet, or in real life? In this episode, Brynne shares some of her favorite lessons she's learned from many wise and amazing resources that have helped her deal with the mean people she has met in life. Listen up my friends! This one will help you, or someone you love. 

1. You Will Succeed or You Will Quit

January 03, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MB

HELLO 2022! In this episode, Brynne drops all the truth love and shares a few things she has learned about goal setting, embracing failure, and truly succeeding in life! Are you ready to rock 2022? Let's do this! 

64. Top 10 - #1 Grace When You're Grieving with Rachel Sisneros!

December 27, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 83.1 MB

For the rest of 2021, Brynne decided to do something a little different. She looked at the most popular (i.e., the most listened to) episodes from 2021 and decided to re-share them. Maybe you're new here and you never got to hear them the first time! Maybe you've been here since the beginning and are in a new season of life now and re-listening will bless you with new insight! Wherever you are, enjoy these Top 10 episodes from Grace Momma Grace! Here is number 1, and the final episode of 202...

63. Top 10 - #2 Let's Tackle Mom Guilt!

December 20, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 32.3 MB

For the rest of 2021, Brynne decided to do something a little different. She looked at the most popular (i.e., the most listened to) episodes from 2021 and decided to re-share them. Maybe you're new here and you never got to hear them the first time! Maybe you've been here since the beginning and are in a new season of life now and re-listening will bless you with new insight! Wherever you are, enjoy these Top 10 episodes from Grace Momma Grace! Here is number 2!  "Do you struggle with mom ...

62. Top 10 - #3 Married Life!

December 13, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MB

For the rest of 2021, Brynne decided to do something a little different. She looked at the most popular (i.e., the most listened to) episodes from 2021 and decided to re-share them. Maybe you're new here and you never got to hear them the first time! Maybe you've been here since the beginning and are in a new season of life now and re-listening will bless you with new insight! Wherever you are, enjoy these Top 10 episodes from Grace Momma Grace! Here is number 3! "Unlike the movies make it ...

61. Top 10 - #4 Grace with Your Mornings!

December 06, 2021 12:00 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MB

For the rest of 2021, Brynne decided to do something a little different. She looked at the most popular (i.e., the most listened to) episodes from 2021 and decided to re-share them. Maybe you're new here and you never got to hear them the first time! Maybe you've been here since the beginning and are in a new season of life now and re-listening will bless you with new insight! Wherever you are, enjoy these Top 10 episodes from Grace Momma Grace! Here is number 4!  "Have you ever had one (or...

60. Top 10 - #5 Grace When You Feel Like You're Not Enough with Brad Bizjack!

November 29, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 79.3 MB

For the rest of 2021, Brynne decided to do something a little different. She looked at the most popular (i.e., the most listened to) episodes from 2021 and decided to re-share them. Maybe you're new here and you never got to hear them the first time! Maybe you've been here since the beginning and are in a new season of life now and re-listening will bless you with new insight! Wherever you are, enjoy these Top 10 episodes from Grace Momma Grace! Here is number 5!  "Have you ever struggled w...

59. Top 10 - #6 Grace After Losing a Child with Nancy Poulsen!

November 22, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MB

For the rest of 2021, Brynne decided to do something a little different. She looked at the most popular (i.e., the most listened to) episodes from 2021 and decided to re-share them. Maybe you're new here and you never got to hear them the first time! Maybe you've been here since the beginning and are in a new season of life now and re-listening will bless you with new insight! Wherever you are, enjoy these Top 10 episodes from Grace Momma Grace! Here is number 6!  "A few weeks ago, Brynne i...

58. Top 10 - #7 Redefining Motherhood with Hannah Olson!

November 15, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MB

For the rest of 2021, Brynne decided to do something a little different. She looked at the most popular (i.e., the most listened to) episodes from 2021 and decided to re-share them. Maybe you're new here and you never got to hear them the first time! Maybe you've been here since the beginning and are in a new season of life now and re-listening will bless you with new insight! Wherever you are, enjoy these Top 10 episodes from Grace Momma Grace! Here is number 7!  "What if motherhood is not...

57. Top 10 - #8 Grace with Big Emotions!

November 08, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MB

For the rest of 2021, Brynne decided to do something a little different. She looked at the most popular (i.e., the most listened to) episodes from 2021 and decided to re-share them. Maybe you're new here and you never got to hear them the first time! Maybe you've been here since the beginning and are in a new season of life now and re-listening will bless you with new insight! Wherever you are, enjoy these Top 10 episodes from Grace Momma Grace! Here is number 8!  "What if, when we are feel...

56. Top 10 - #9 The Greatest Parenting Hack!

November 01, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MB

For the rest of 2021, Brynne decided to do something a little different. She looked at the most popular (i.e., the most listened to) episodes from 2021 and decided to re-share them. Maybe you're new here and you never got to hear them the first time! Maybe you've been here since the beginning and are in a new season of life now and re-listening will bless you with new insight! Wherever you are, enjoy these Top 10 episodes from Grace Momma Grace! Here is number 9!  "Almost every time Brynne ...

55. Top 10 - #10 Grace with Your Mom Bod!

October 25, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MB

For the rest of 2021, Brynne decided to do something a little different. She looked at the most popular (i.e., the most listened to) episodes from 2021 and decided to re-share them. Maybe you're new here and you never got to hear them the first time! Maybe you've been here since the beginning and are in a new season of life now and re-listening will bless you with new insight! Wherever you are, enjoy these Top 10 episodes from Grace Momma Grace! Here is number 10!  "So many pregnant women, ...

54. Timeout for Mom

October 18, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

In this episode, Brynne discusses how important it is for moms to take a time out too! Whether you like to think of it as self care, filling your tank, filling your cup, putting on your oxygen mask, however you like to think of it, that is what is discussed here. Brynne provides some tricks for making time that can work for ANY mom. Buckle up, because Brynne Mode in on in full force in this episode! Enjoy! 

53. Creating Confident Children with Stephne Hilgendorf

October 11, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 90 MB

In this episode, Brynne brings on the amazing Stephne Hilgendorf to chat about how we can raise our children to be confident, thriving, and self-sufficient humans! Stephne is the mom of two beautiful teenage girls, and it is so fun to hear from a momma who is one step ahead! Take this opportunity to learn from this beautiful and wise soul. Enjoy! 

52. The Gift of Confidence with Missy Allred

October 04, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MB

Confidence is something we all want for ourselves, and something we all admire in others. In this episode, Brynne brings on Mindset Coach Missy Allred, who specializes in working with teenagers. Whether you have a teenager now, or will have one in the not so distant future, this episode will help you know how to instill more confidence in your amazing children. You believe in them, so let's find out how to help them believe in themselves! Enjoy! 

51. Blended Families - Being a Wonderful Bonus Mom with Heather Christiansen

September 27, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

The media portrays step-mothers as being wicked, but what if it doesn't have to be that way? In this episode, Brynne brings on guest Heather Christiansen to talk about all of the things she is doing to intentionally create a beautiful blended family with her own two kids, her new husband, and his four kids! If you'd like to find Heather on social media, you can find her on Instagram @callmeheatherc. Even if you don't have a blended family, this episode can teach you so much about how to be a...

50. God Will Meet You Where You Are

September 20, 2021 11:00 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MB

If you are anything like Brynne, you find yourself busy in the mundane tasks of everyday life. You need to get the kids ready for school, do the dishes, grocery shop, wipe a bum, carpool, breastfeed, help someone with their homework, and on and on it goes. What about God? If you believe in Him, and you love Him, shouldn't He fit into your life somewhere? Insert all the feelings of shame and guilt. In this episode, Brynne shares one simple aha moment that has totally blessed and strengthened ...

49. Infertility and Foster Care with Jeannene Dozier

September 13, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 95.5 MB

Sometimes motherhood doesn't happen exactly the way we expected or planned. In this episode, Brynne brings on her younger sister Jeannene Dozier to chat about Jeannene's journey through motherhood! Her journey includes several miscarriages, and a lot of doctor's visits which helped Jeannene and her husband Jackson realize that pregnancy is not in the cards for them. Instead of this answer bringing hopelessness and despair, Jeannene and Jackson found great comfort and used this answer as a go...

48. The Greatest Advice

September 06, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MB

As moms, we are bombarded with tools, advice, resources, and opinions from others about all things parenting. In this episode, Brynne gets rid of the fluff and shares seven of the BEST pieces of advice she's ever been given! These things have blessed and changed her motherhood, and she wants to share them with you. Listen up!  

47. Parents and Partners with Blake Wise

September 02, 2021 04:08 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MB

In this episode, Brynne brings on her best friend, partner, soul mate, husband, eternal companion, and father of her children: Blake Wise! Blake and Brynne dedicated this episode to talking all about being partners in parenting, and how you can make small changes that lead to big results when it comes to helping your children, and your spouse, feel needed, important, accepted, valued, and loved! Listen up!

46. Today is a Gift

August 23, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 45.5 MB

Brynne's dad recently passed away, and although it wasn't necessarily a surprise, it has been rather difficult for her and her family. While this is true, it is also true that Brynne loves to look at life's experience, and find the lesson in it. That way, she can then pay it forward to help others too. That's exactly what this episode is all about. Bring some tissues, and get ready for some amazing tips about how to embrace today, and make each day a gift. "Yesterday is history, tomorrow is ...

45. Surround Yourself with Greatness with Stephanie Johnson

August 16, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 37 MB

Do you find yourself in awe at all of the amazing people you have in your life? Or are you on the opposite end of the spectrum, and are constantly complaining about how idiotic they are? Whether it's because you work with them, are related to them, or you interact with them regularly, we need to be aware of the people in our lives. As author and motivational speaker Jim Rohn says, "We are a combination of the five people we spend the most time with." Holy gut check. Who do you spend the most...

44. Raising Independent Kids with Olivia Bardsley

August 09, 2021 11:00 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MB

Have you ever felt exhausted from trying to do, have, and be everything for your kids? Have you lost yourself in motherhood, and you're unsure of what it is that you even enjoy doing outside of motherhood, and maybe work? Well then, this episode is for you! Brynne brings on guest, and longtime friend, Olivia Bardsley to chat all about how we can take back our days as mommas by encouraging our kiddos to play independently! Listen up. This one is great! 

43. Grace When You're Peeing Your Pants with Mireille Nalder

August 02, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 82.3 MB

It is so common for us mommas to have trouble with our bladder after having babies. Whether we gave birth vaginally or had a c-section, those babies put a lot of pressure on our pelvic floors! Although it is common to pee our pants every time we sneeze, cough, or jump on the trampoline, it does NOT have to become our new normal! In this episode, Brynne brings her friend Mireille Nalder back to chat more about pelvic floor health and what we can do to improve its' strength and relaxation! Lis...