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In this deeply nourishing episode, I have a conversation with soul coach and mother of seven, Jenny Baer, to talk about the sacred, messy, and magical journey of motherhood. From toddlers to teenagers to adult children, Jenny shares the emotional shifts, spiritual insights, and practical tools that have helped her mother with more love and less regret.

What We Cover:

• How to move from clinging to savoring each season of motherhood
• Letting go of control and embracing trust in God and your children
• Raising children with purpose — not perfection
• Homeschooling, emotional resilience, and trusting your intuition
• Why traditions matter more than we think (and which ones to keep)
• The power of moms "moming" each other

Favorite Moments:

• Jenny’s analogy of birthing adult children — raw, real, and tear-worthy
• A touching story about how a lullaby she sang came back to her son in bootcamp
• Real talk about training vs. indoctrination
• Permission to nap (and why going horizontal might just save your day)

Connect with Jenny:

Follow her on Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/jennybaercoach

Follow her on Instagram: http://instagram.com/glow.with.Jenny.baer

• 00:00 – Meet Jenny Baer: soul coach & mom of 7
• 03:08 – Identity loss & early motherhood
• 05:45 – Clinging vs. savoring
• 08:15 – Letting God lead in parenting
• 11:20 – Releasing control = more growth
• 14:55 – From mother to mentor
• 17:05 – Body cues: Am I holding on too tight?
• 20:20 – Why moms need support & rest
• 25:35 – Human design & body awareness
• 28:40 – Hormones & selective giving
• 30:50 – Being the mom you wish you had
• 34:40 – Sacred family traditions
• 38:10 – Healing through generational rituals
• 40:45 – Indoctrination vs. training
• 44:30 – A lullaby that echoed from bootcamp
• 47:25 – Media, masculinity & motherhood
• 51:00 – Parenting in evolving phases
• 53:30 – Savoring the small moments
• 56:45 – Final thoughts: Imperfect action & love

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This week on The Whole Motherload, Jackie sits down with Whitney Vogrinec, an “everyday mom” of two. Whitney opens up about the rhythms of love she builds with her kids, the resilience she hopes to pass on, and the importance of sharing the load with other moms.

From bedtime routines and four-year-old honesty to lessons from her own health struggles, Whitney reminds us that whole mothering doesn’t mean perfect mothering. It means embracing the mess, leaning on community, and staying connected to the full self—physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Why moms were never meant to do this alone.
• The small, everyday rhythms that help kids feel unconditional love.
• Teaching resilience by letting kids face challenges.
• Whole mothering: nurturing not just kids, but the whole self.
• The importance of mothers taking care of their own health.

Resources Mentioned:

• Wherever You Are, My Love Will Find You by Nancy Tillman (Affiliate Link)
• Emie Willow Books - By supporting this new author, you are supporting this show!

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• Sign up for The Whole MotherLoad™ Newsletter HERE. You'll get episode updates, insider information, and specials from the host and guests.

As a mom, you sometimes need some extra support.
What ways can we support you on your journey?
Check out these resources:

• Emotions Mentor Coaching®
• Quantum Human Design® Family Coaching - Free Chart HERE
• Educational Kids Books - coloring and picture books in both English and Spanish

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In this bonus episode of The Whole MotherLoad, I share the deeply personal story of Sarah O’Flaherty — my cousin from Ireland, my pen pal, and ultimately, the woman whose life has intertwined so closely with mine.

What began as a teenage letter exchange grew into a bond that connected me to my husband, Thom, and later to Sarah’s son, Logan, after her heartbreaking passing shortly after his birth. Through unexpected moments of connection, loss, and grace, Sarah continues to play a role in my life — as a friend, a connector, and a guardian angel.

This episode is a companion to my recent conversation with Amy Davis, Sarah’s widower’s wife, offering the backstory that brings even more heart to their journey.

✨ If you’re curious about your own roots, I encourage you to explore your family history through >> Family Search

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• Sign up for The Whole MotherLoad™ Newsletter HERE. You'll get episode updates, insider information, and specials from the host and guests.

As a mom, you sometimes need some extra support.
What ways can we support you on your journey?
Check out these resources:

• Emotions Mentor Coaching®
• Quantum Human Design® Family Coaching - Free Chart HERE
• Educational Kids Books (new books added regularly)