M Is for Mama Podcast

Bestselling children’s author + illustrator, Tabitha Paige joins me on this episode to talk about her precious new book, I’ve Loved You From the Start. She shares the deeply personal story behind its creation (inspired by her special needs son, Ducky) and gives so much encouragement in motherhood, Christian perseverance, and joy through struggle. I loved this conversation, and I know you will too! Guest Info: Tabitha Paige is a bestselling children’s author, illustrator, artist, speech-language pathologist, and mother of four. Her beautiful watercolor books are created to help little ones learn, grow, and feel deeply loved. Check Out Her Books at Her Site - Tabitha Paige Interested in Tabitha's Works? Order Her New Book I’ve Loved You From the Start Sponsor Info: Tighten Your Tinkler Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now. Use Code: MISFORMAMA50 for $50 off at checkout! Fledgling Bags Fledgling creates stylish, durable, and thoughtfully organized diaper bags designed to simplify life for moms. Built to grow with your family, each bag keeps essentials accessible and remains useful well beyond the baby years. Use Code: ABBIE10 for 10% off your order at checkout! Bible References: Isaiah 43:19 Ecclesiastes 3:11 James 1:17 John 12:24 Esther 4:14 Isaiah 55:8-9 Links: The Well-Versed Mama The Gentleness Challenge Penny Reward System Paint & Prose M Is for Mama

If you know one thing about me, it’s that I think you should read your Bible. A lot. And then read it some more. And this episode’s guest agrees with me! Raechel Myers, co-founder of She Reads Truth, joins me to talk about how busy Christian women can incorporate Bible reading into their everyday lives, the impact our faithfulness to God’s Word can have on the rest of our family, and the importance of doing whatever it takes to minimize distractions that lead us away from Bible reading. Join us as we chat all things Scripture, and be encouraged that God’s Word is transformative for every Christian at every stage of her life. Guest Info: Raechel Myers is the co-founder and CEO of She Reads Truth, a worldwide community committed to helping women read and engage with God’s Word every day. She leads the organization out of a deep love for Scripture and the conviction that all of the Bible is good news. She Reads Truth Podcast The Bible Is for You: A Devotional Journey Through Every Book of the Bible She Reads Truth Bibles This Is the Christmas Story Use Code: HELLO20 for 20% off anything at shopshereadstruth.com! Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at-home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 at checkout for 20% off each month that you are enrolled! Bible References: Esther 4:14 Titus 2 Matthew 1 Luke 6 Proverbs 27:17 Matthew 19:20 Exodus 3:6 John 1:1 Isaiah 55:11 Hebrews 12:11 Links: The Well-Versed Mama The Gentleness Challenge Penny Reward System Paint & Prose M Is for Mama

If you have questions about sleep training, this is the show for you! Not only is Jessie Martin a pediatric sleep specialist who has helped numerous clients find the best plan for optimizing sleep in their individual homes, but she’s also a Bible-believing Christian who desires to honor God with her work. Sleep training has become a hotly debated topic, especially on social media. It’s common to find opposing groups of thoughts passionately debating (aka: screaming at each other about) their views. But the truth is there is so much freedom in Christ to find what works best for your family. And we want to encourage you to diligently seek wisdom from the Lord before getting caught up in Facebook wars. Guest Info: Jessie Martin is a pediatric critical care nurse, mom of four, and double-certified pediatric sleep consultant. Through The Goodnight House, she helps families pursue better sleep using personalized, practical, and evidence-based support. Jessie Martin on Instagram The Goodnight House on Instagram The Goodnight House Personalized Baby Sleep Help: The Goodnight House offers sleep guides, classes, and personalized support to help families find practical sleep solutions for their babies and young children. Use Code: ABBIE for a discount on all guides! Sponsor Info: GlowBodyPT GlowBodyPT’s 12 Week Post Pregnancy Plan helps moms rebuild core strength and heal diastasis recti through safe, efficient workouts designed specifically for postpartum recovery. Created by a certified Prenatal and Postnatal Exercise Specialist and mom of five, this plan makes it possible to regain strength and function without spending hours working out. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 for $20 off the 12-week at-home workout program! Bible References: Titus 2 Luke 9:23 Matthew 20:16 James 1:5 Genesis 1:28 Psalm 127 Links: The Well-Versed Mama The Gentleness Challenge Penny Reward System Paint & Prose M Is for Mama

We’re back with another round of Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday, podcast style after a long break! This episode, I’m tackling your questions about teen dating guidelines, how to move forward after a friendship breakup, how to foster great sibling relationships, and more! It’s always fun to do a catchup episode with you, dear listeners. Enjoy! Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at-home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 at checkout for 20% off of each month that you are enrolled! Tighten Your Tinkler Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now. Use Code: MISFORMAMA50 for $50 off at checkout! Bible References: Mark 12:30-31 2 Corinthians 6:14 Galatians 5:22-23 Romans 12:15 Matthew 18:15 Matthew 7:3-5 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Galatians 6:9 Ephesians 4 Romans 12:18 Philippians 2 Hebrews 4:12 Ephesians 6:4 Proverbs 22:6 Deuteronomy 6:7 Mentioned in This Episode: A Candid Q&A About Catholicism—Part 1 (with Pastor Rick Witmer) A Candid Q&A About Catholicism—Part 2 (with Pastor Rick Witmer) A Marriage Chat with Shaun Spiritual Self-Talk (The Art of Preaching Truth to Yourself) Promoting Peace in Our Homes (Constant Sibling Fighting Doesn’t Have to Be the Norm!) Penny Reward System Peanut Butter in a Cup by GoNoodle Links: The Well-Versed Mama The Gentleness Challenge Penny Reward System Paint & Prose M Is for Mama

Today’s show welcomes Dr. Ben Carson who shares with us about how the Lord grabbed ahold of his life in his teens and had guided him ever since—through an illustrious medical career, influential positions in government, and writing bestselling books. Through it all, he emphasizes personal responsibility and returning to the roots of our nation’s Christian faith. Be encouraged that you have so much agency to direct your children toward Truth and hard work. Dr. Carson credits his mother with greatly influencing his growth and success and with setting him on a path away from destruction. As we invest in our own children, we have the opportunity to do the same! Guest Info: Dr. Ben Carson is a retired pediatric neurosurgeon, former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and bestselling author whose work emphasizes faith, personal responsibility, education, and America’s founding principles. Check Out Dr. Carson's New Book: Built on Faith Want Your Kids to Learn About America? Go to Little Patriots Learning Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at-home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 at checkout for 20% off of every month that you’re enrolled! Fledgling Bags Fledgling creates stylish, durable, and thoughtfully organized diaper bags designed to simplify life for moms. Built to grow with your family, each bag keeps essentials accessible and remains useful well beyond the baby years. Use Code: ABBIE10 for 10% off at checkout! Bible References: Matthew 6:33 Links: Built on Faith Little Patriots The Well-Versed Mama The Gentleness Challenge Penny Reward System Paint & Prose M Is for Mama