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Sometimes Solo Mama | Navigating Marriage, Parenting, & Your Home with a Traveling Spouse

Sometimes Solo Mama | Navigating Marriage, Parenting, & Your Home with a Traveling Spouse

By: Kayla Lyons - Mentor & Coach for Solo Parents
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Are you exhausted but have to wake up and be the default parent again tomorrow?
Do you resent your husband for working on the road?
Does something always break when he’s away?
Do you feel like you need a break from your kids, but with the latest virus going around, you’re scrambling to stay healthy since there’s no one to step in if you get sick?

In this podcast, you will learn to implement routines and rhythms that work for your family to get your home running on auto-pilot, simple ways to keep the spark alive in your marriage, and parent effectively without always being “the bad guy”. My mission is to help you navigate life with a traveling spouse by focusing on building positive relationships, setting boundaries, and practicing simple mindset shifts. And most importantly, to help you build a supportive community - let’s leave the loneliness behind and connect with others in the same situation!

Hey, I’m Kayla Lyons! I’m a wife to a traveling husband and a mom of two girls. We’ve navigated this lifestyle for over 15 years—seven of those as parents—without the support of the proverbial “village.” and I’ve learned a thing of two along the way.

I know what it’s like to care for your home and family alone while your partner works out of town, feeling exhausted and wondering if this is all life offers. I resented my husband enjoying fancy meals out while I stayed home with the kids, stuck in a routine of chicken nuggets and sleepless nights. Our home felt overwhelming, my marriage was struggling, and I wasn’t a present mom. I went to bed every night feeling lonely and completely unfulfilled. My identity was wrapped up in my kids, and I was feeling lost as a woman and wanted more for my life.

Then I read a book that changed everything. I started making small changes to get my home running (mostly) on auto-pilot, I dug deep and did the real work to focus on building up my marriage instead of tearing it down, and I gradually rediscovered myself. Now, I want to share it all with you.

If you’re ready to find a space where you can connect with someone who truly “gets it” as we dive into the REAL work of being a married, sometimes (or always) solo parent, then this is the podcast for you! So refill your iced coffee, pop those earbuds in, and let’s build our village! You’re resilient and it’s time to go from surviving to thriving- even when sh*t hits the fan!

I’ll see you inside.

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Episodes
  • The Power of Saying 'No': Creating Space for Rest When You're Parenting Solo

    The Power of Saying 'No': Creating Space for Rest When You're Parenting Solo
    Nov 5 2025

    Do you feel like your kids are always tired - and so are you?! Are you constantly saying yes to all the birthday parties and extra after-school activities? You might be stretching yourself too thin and on the verge of solo parenting burnout.

    What if saying "no" is actually the key to peace in your home? In today's episode, I talk about how to recognize when your kids are stretched thin, why rest matters more than multiple activities, and how to set boundaries for your family around time and activities to maintain the peace in your home. If you've ever felt pulled in multiple directions while your spouse is traveling for work, this is the episode for you.

    Listen now and share with a friend who needs rest, too! ______________________________

    Want More?

    Step 1: Sign up for my newsletter to stay up to date on future podcast episodes! Step 2: Join a supportive community of other moms who are living this Solo Parent life and doing it on their own too or check out the Blog! Step 3: Get more personalized support with 1:1 coaching to meet your needs where you are and make a plan for where you want to go - email kayla@sometimessolomama.com

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    16 mins
  • Stress Free Holiday Gift Guide for Busy Moms

    Stress Free Holiday Gift Guide for Busy Moms
    Oct 29 2025

    Feeling the holiday pressure already, Mama?

    Worried about getting the shopping done because your partner travels for work and you never have time alone? Talk about stress! In today's episode, I share the simple 4 gift framework I use to make holiday shopping easy - something they want, need, wear, and read, plus a bonus gift for experience for later in the year! You'll walk away with a clear plan on how to tackle gift giving for the holidays without the overwhelm. Get started now, so you can enjoy family time in December! Share this episode with another Mom who needs to make her life easier! Episode Links: The Color Monster Check out the Blog! ______________________ Want More?

    Step 1: Sign up for my newsletter to stay up to date on future podcast episodes! Step 2: Join a supportive community of other moms who are living this Solo Parent life and doing it on their own too. Step 3: Get more personalized support with 1:1 coaching to meet your needs where you are and make a plan for where you want to go - email kayla@sometimessolomama.com

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    13 mins
  • 3 Must-Have Mom Gadgets to Lighten the Load When Solo Parenting

    3 Must-Have Mom Gadgets to Lighten the Load When Solo Parenting
    Oct 22 2025

    Solo Parenting have you run ragged keeping up your home?

    Are you tired of carrying the mental load? Do you need dinner on the table in a hurry? If you feel like you're juggling the house, the meals, and the mental load while your husband is away on business, tune in to learn 3 quick hacks to help you around the house. In this episode, I'm sharing my top three small appliances that keep our home running smoothly while I solo parent. You'll find out how I remember everything thanks to my second brain, use my robot vacuum to help tackle the dog hair, and my secret Ninja that saves dinner when I'm out of steam! These little helpers might not be "needs", but they sure make a big difference when you're carrying the load of your home on your own! ______________________________________ *Episode Links: Amazon Alexa Show - my second brain

    Shark AI Ultra Robot Vacuum - w/HEPA filter, 30 day self-empty bagless filter, home mapping, and dog hair champion! Ninja Foodi 9-in-1 Flip - air fry, roast, broil, bake, toast, bagel, dehydrate, keep warm, and reheat *I earn a small commission when you purchase using my link. This is of no extra cost to you, but helps support our family. :) ____________________________________

    Want more? Check out the blog here! Contact kayla@kaylalyonscoaching.com Connect www.facebook.com/groups/sometimessolomama Podcast www.kaylalyonscoaching.com/podcast Next Steps:

    Step 1: Sign up for my newsletter to stay up to date on future podcast episodes!

    Step 2: Join a supportive community of other moms who are living this Solo Parent life and doing it on their own too.

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with 1:1 coaching to meet your needs where you are and make a plan for where you want to go - email kayla@kaylalyonscoaching.com
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    15 mins
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