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.

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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?

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

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How do you actually stay connected when your spouse is on the road? And what do you do if it feels like they're "too busy" to show up for you?

In this episode, I'm sharing my real-life routines and rhythms our family uses to stay connected when my husband travels - from living by our Google calendars to FaceTime calls and texting in-the-moment photos. I'll also touch on the one red flag you don't want to ignore if connection feels one-sided.

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Husband traveling for work again?

Do you call yourself a married, single mom?

Are you caught up in all the negatives of being married to traveling spouse?

When your partner is away, it's easy to spiral into a pit of negativity and focus on all the things that are missing. In this episode, I introduce the concept of glimmers - small moments of joy or safety that can shift your mindset and help you stay grounded in the good. You'll learn the difference between triggers and glimmers, how to start spotting them in your every day life, and I share a simple practice you can do right now to bring more joy to your days! Plus, I share my "micro win of the week" as a reminder to celebrate the small moments. Be sure to share this episode with someone who needs a reminder to focus on the good in their life! __________________________

Is your traveling partner missing your kid's birthday again this year?

Who says you have to celebrate only on the calendar date?

In this episode, I'm talking about giving yourself permission to celebrate birthdays, holidays, and other special moments on the days that work for your family. Whether that means celebrating when your traveling spouse is home, celebrating twice, or shifting traditions to work for your unique lifestyle - you get to make it work. It's time to drop the pressure of "right date" and focus on what really matters: creating joy-filled moments that work for your family!

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Feeling overwhelmed by dinner duty when you’re parenting solo?

In this episode, I share simple meal planning ideas to take the pressure off — whether you love freezer prep, thrive on weekly rotations, or need the flexibility of a no-plan meal plan. You’ll also hear my go-to grace-filled dinners (yes, cereal counts!) and resources to make mealtime easier. Walk away with one tangible strategy you can try this week to make solo parenting nights a little lighter.

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Are you lonely and longing for your partner to come home from his latest FIFO trip?

Have you been pouring into your kids and feeling lost in motherhood?

Do you consistently put your life on hold while your spouse is away?

If you’ve been counting down the days until your spouse comes home from his latest business trip, you don’t want to miss this episode. On the podcast this week, Kayla talks about filling the lonely days when your spouse is traveling for work. She discusses the value in finding joy, learning a new skill, and volunteering. She gives several practical solutions for helping the time pass and re-igniting the light within yourself. It’s time to dig deep and rediscover what lights you up!

Be sure to share this episode with another “Fly-In-Fly-Out” family.

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Contact → kayla@kaylalyonscoaching.com

Connect → www.facebook.com/groups/sometimessolomama

Podcast → www.kaylalyonscoaching.com/podcast

Next Steps:

Step 1: Join a supportive community of other moms who are living this Sometimes Solo Parent life.

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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