Can you be deeply grateful for motherhood — and still feel completely exhausted?

In this honest and grounding conversation, Kaylee sits down with Dr. Brittany Francis, mom of three and founder of My Modern Mom, to talk about what it really looks like to hold gratitude and burnout at the same time. From breastfeeding struggles and overstimulation to building a business while raising young kids, Brittany shares how faith, planning, and intentional routines helped her keep going without losing herself.

This episode dives into the reality of motherhood seasons — the ones we pray for and the ones that stretch us. Brittany opens up about journaling through overwhelm, creating structure to protect her peace, and why planning isn’t control — it’s survival. Together, Kaylee and Brittany explore how moms can pursue goals, model resilience for their children, and still honor their need for rest.

You’ll leave this episode feeling seen, steadied, and reminded that you don’t have to choose between ambition and presence.

Reflection Question: Where could better planning bring you peace instead of pressure in this season?

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mothering Holistically

01:39 Brittany's Journey into Motherhood

05:38 Balancing Business and Motherhood

10:16 Finding Calm Amidst Chaos

13:36 The Importance of Journaling

13:48 Creating Functional Dinnerware for Kids

19:00 Household Rituals for Kids' Calm

22:26 Balancing Family Time and Personal Space

24:45 Navigating Exhaustion and Gratitude

26:50 Creating a Supportive Community

28:57 The Importance of Hiring Help

29:46 Separating Work and Family Life

37:54 Rediscovering Yourself as a Mom

41:56 Potty Training Insights and Planning Strategies

42:46 Maximizing Time as a Mom and Entrepreneur

45:03 Balancing Relationships and Work

47:26 Managing Mental Load and Decision Fatigue

49:42 Legacy and Inspiration for Future Generations

52:08 Incorporating Children into Business and Life

53:17 Emotional Intelligence and Parenting

55:57 Holistic Mothering: Embracing the Journey

58:58 Thank you for watching!

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What if discipline wasn’t about control — but care?

In this powerful conversation, Kaylee sits down with Master Sang Mee Ko, a sixth-degree black belt, martial arts school leader, and mom, to unpack what real strength looks like after motherhood. From running a family business to raising a confident child, Sang Mee shares how structure, empathy, and self-discipline can coexist — without burnout or rigidity.

This episode explores how motherhood reshapes leadership, why boundaries matter just as much as compassion, and how modeling self-respect teaches children more than words ever could. You’ll hear honest reflections on balancing legacy and family, redefining fitness and strength postpartum, and why “all or something” beats perfection every time.

If you’re a mom navigating exhaustion, leadership, or the pressure to do everything right, this conversation offers a grounded, reminder: balance is not stillness — it’s adjustment.

Reflection Question: Where could a little more structure bring you peace instead of pressure?

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mothering Holistically

01:45 Master Sangmi Ko: Bridging Martial Arts and Motherhood

02:21 Evolving Perspectives on Balance and Leadership

05:42 Challenges in Teaching and Parenting

08:09 Balancing Family Business and Personal Life

10:43 Honoring Family Legacy While Seeking Balance

12:34 Experiences Over Material Gifts

16:17 Redefining Strength and Resilience in Motherhood

24:00 Parenting Reflections and Learning

26:11 Navigating Family Dynamics and Business

30:41 Communication and Respect in Relationships

37:10 Modeling Behavior for the Next Generation

42:18 Applying Martial Arts Principles to Parenting

46:30 Goal Setting as a Parent

50:32 The Importance of Pumse in Martial Arts

51:59 Planning for Parenthood and Personal Fulfillment

54:49 Modeling Balance for Future Generations

57:55 Understanding Rest and Recovery in Training

01:02:13 Leading with Gentleness and Strength

01:06:06 The All or Something Mindset

01:07:57 Mothering Holistically: Finding Balance

01:11:52 Thank you for watching!

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What if “self-discipline” wasn’t about restriction — but self-respect? 🌿

In this empowering episode, Kaylee Berlinee sits down with Danae Elise, an Army veteran, physical therapist, and fitness coach helping moms find strength and structure without burnout. Together, they unpack how to lock in before January — by redefining fitness as an act of self care, not pressure or perfection.

✨ You’ll hear:

• How to start small and build momentum before the new year

• Why discipline can be one of the deepest forms of self-care

• Three simple non-negotiables for 2026: walking, protein, and accountability

• How to set goals that feel empowering, not exhausting

Danae’s story reminds us that motherhood requires the same mental resilience as the military — but with more grace and less guilt.

Reflection Question:

What would change if you treated discipline like devotion — not punishment?

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Ever felt like every time you plan something, life throws a curveball? 🌪️

In this raw and reflective solo episode, Kaylee Berlinee opens up about the chaos of moving to a new state, caring for sick toddlers, and juggling motherhood, business, and exhaustion — all while trying to stay faithful to her plans.From sickness to sleepless nights to emotional overload, this episode reminds every mom that resilience isn’t about perfect planning — it’s about learning to pivot with peace. Kaylee shares practical insights and heartfelt encouragement for moms who crave structure but are learning to surrender control and trust God’s reroutes.

✨ You’ll hear:

~How to stay grounded when your plan falls apartWhy flexibility is a form of faith

~The truth about burnout, balance, and grace

~A reminder that your goals are still valid — even if delayed

If you’re feeling weary or behind, this episode is your sign that you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be.

Reflection Question: What part of your plan needs more faith — and less frustration?

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Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mothering Holistically

01:26 Planning and Preparation for the New Year

02:40 Challenges of Moving and Family Life

05:36 The Importance of Flexibility in Planning

08:37 Navigating Life's Unexpected Events

11:05 Embracing Vulnerability and Authenticity

18:53 Creating a Plan Amidst Life's Chaos

21:35 Thank you for watching.

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What happens when your whole world collapses — and you have to rebuild it while pregnant with triplets? 💔

In this powerful, faith-filled episode, Kaylee Berlinee sits down with Christiana Cook, a mother of five whose story is both heartbreaking and breathtaking. After escaping a religious cult and surviving the collapse of her marriage to a former NFL player, Christiana found herself raising five children alone — and relying on faith and family to rebuild from the ground up.

✨ You’ll hear:

• The moment she realized she had to walk away — and the price of freedom

• What faith looked like when everything else failed

• The truth about trauma recovery, single motherhood, and grace

• How she found purpose again through education and faith in God’s timing

This episode is a masterclass in courage — reminding every mom that no matter what’s been taken from you, God can still restore everything.

Reflection Question:

Where in your life is God asking you to trust His timing instead of your plan?

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mothering Holistically

07:22 Navigating High Stress: The Spock Mindset

16:32 The Birth of Triplets: A New Chapter

28:38 Time Management: Balancing School and Motherhood

35:07 Motherhood and Faith: A Transformative Journey

42:06 Parenting Philosophy: Consistency and Discipline

43:42 Exploring Book Recommendations and Reading Habits

45:55 Healing Through Writing and Personal Reflection

52:19 The Journey of Healing and Therapy

58:51 Parenting and Discussing Family History with Children

01:09:36 Healing Trauma Through Hyperbaric Therapy

01:14:46 Navigating Memory Loss and Identity

01:16:16 Pregnancy Experiences and Body Image

01:18:54 Navigating Family Dynamics and Personal Growth

01:19:12 Understanding Love, Betrayal, and Healing

01:24:55 The Impact of Cults and Personal Stories

01:30:04 Connecting with the Audience

01:30:04 Returning to the Past

01:30:14 Reflections on Personal Growth

01:31:35 Thank you for watching.

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What if motherhood wasn’t the end of your story — but the beginning of your becoming? 💗

In this moving conversation, Kaylee Berlinee reconnects with returning guest Courtney Capano — twin mom, entrepreneur, and owner of 2 Indie Clover thrift boutiques. From the fear of the NICU to the joy of rediscovering identity, Courtney opens up about finding herself again after motherhood.

✨ You’ll hear:

• What it’s really like to navigate the NICU as a first-time mom

• How Courtney turned a layoff into two thriving thrift boutiques

• The truth about pumping, guilt, and letting go of perfection

• Why motherhood isn’t the end of ambition

This episode will remind you that you’re not behind, you’re becoming. Whether you’re in the middle of chaos, rebuilding your identity, or dreaming of something more — this is your gentle permission to pursue it.

Reflection Question:

What part of YOU have you put on hold — and how can you nurture her again?

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What happens when the doctor becomes the patient and mother of twins? 💗

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Dr. Christie Porter (@docwomenshealth) shares what motherhood taught her about medicine, empathy, and recovery. A board-certified OB-GYN, educator, and mama of four, Dr. Porter opens up about her C-section experience, twin pregnancy, and why she created The Informed Woman to empower moms through knowledge and grace.

From the raw emotions of postpartum depression to the myths about breastfeeding and body image, this conversation will help you release guilt, embrace flexibility, and see healing as a process — not a deadline.

✨ You’ll learn:

• How to navigate postpartum with compassion and confidence

• The truth about C-section recovery and scar care

• Why “being flexible” is a mom’s greatest strength

Reflection Question:

What expectation about motherhood can you release today — to make more space for grace?

🎧 Connect with Dr. Porter → @docwomenshealth on Instagram and TikTok
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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mothering Holistically

01:36 Dr. Kristi Porter's Journey in Motherhood and Medicine

08:08 The Reality of Twin Motherhood

17:16 Empowering Women Through The Informed Woman

22:17 Navigating Postpartum Challenges

28:24 The Reality of Pregnancy with Multiples

39:26 Embracing the Journey of Twin Motherhood

43:09 Flexibility in Labor and Delivery

46:12 Understanding C-Section Experiences

48:50 Understanding the C-Section Experience

53:47 Postpartum Care and Recovery

58:30 Navigating Body Image and Self-Love

01:07:00 Empowerment and Seeking Help as a New Mom

01:10:11 Thank you for watching!

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After losing her twin babies at 21 weeks, UK-based fitness coach and mom of four, Naomi Keisha, found herself questioning everything — her faith, her body, and her strength as a mother. A year later, she discovered she was pregnant again — this time with triplets.

In this deeply emotional conversation, Naomi opens up about her miscarriage journey, faith after loss, and the healing power of hope. She shares what it was like to carry fear and gratitude side by side — learning that “you can lose and still love.”

This episode will move every mom who’s faced heartbreak, reminding us that miracles often grow from the deepest pain.

✨ You’ll hear:

• Naomi’s raw story of losing twins and later birthing triplets

• The moment she chose hope over fear

• How motherhood after loss taught her gratitude

Reflection question:

What have you walked through that later became the source of your strength?

🎧 Connect with Naomi: @finnfamfitnessandtriplets

@NaomiKeysha1 on YouTube

Follow @motheringholistically for weekly stories of faith, balance, and motherhood.

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00:00 Introduction to Mothering Holistically

01:23 Naomi's Journey Before Motherhood

05:27 Navigating Pregnancy and Loss

11:31 The Heartbreak of Miscarriage

16:31 The Joy of Expecting Twins

20:45 Facing Complications and Fears

32:06 The Pain of Labor and Loss

40:35 The Heartbreaking Loss

42:21 Navigating Grief in the Hospital

44:27 The Difficult Journey Home

45:17 Facing Additional Losses

46:38 The Struggles of Funeral Arrangements

51:30 Managing Grief as a Family

54:22 Coping Mechanisms and Therapy

57:20 The Weight of History

01:00:20 A Surprising Pregnancy

01:10:39 The Journey with Triplets

01:13:17 Navigating a Complicated Pregnancy Journey

01:15:29 The Emotional Toll of Pregnancy Loss

01:17:56 The Miracle of Triplets: A New Beginning

01:22:54 Adjusting to Life with Triplets

01:25:44 Balancing Grief and Joy

01:28:50 Lessons on Love and Loss

01:33:57 Finding Hope in the Journey

01:37:59 The Power of Sharing Stories

01:43:45 Thank you for watching!.mp4

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