• Managing the Mental Load: Creating Home Habits That Serve You with Alyssa Beaird
    Dec 19 2025

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    In this episode, we sit down with Alyssa Beaird, owner of A. Marie and Co. and a Home Operations and Organization Coach.

    Alyssa shares how her high-level corporate experience as a Chief of Staff translated into a mission to help moms manage their most valuable resources: time, money, and personal energy.

    We dive deep into why "pretty bins" aren't enough if you don't have the "home habits" to back them up. Learn how to "invest" your energy rather than just "use" it, why you should always strive to please your "future self," and how to effectively train your children to be functioning contributors to the household.

    Connect with Alyssa:
    Website: A. Marie and Co.
    Instagram: @amarieandco

    Special Offer: Use code UNLEASHED25 for 20% off Alyssa’s services (excludes consultations).

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • How To Handle Big Transitions: Understanding Child Behavior With Sarah Wilburn BCBA
    Dec 5 2025

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    The changing seasons, breaks, and travel can throw off any routine, leading to stress for us and big emotions for our kids.

    We welcomed back the incredible BCBA Sarah Wilburn to share her professional and personal strategies for managing child behavior during any major shift in routine. Sarah unpacks the foundational reason behind most meltdowns: the simple loss of predictability.

    In this powerful, insightful episode, Sarah shares her wisdom on:

    • The crucial role of predictability in a child’s emotional regulation (and why removing it causes dysregulation).
    • How to communicate expectations clearly to prepare your children for travel, new environments, and family gatherings.
    • Managing the inevitable transition from long breaks back to school.
    • The simple language and strategies you can use to minimize meltdowns during any big change in routine.

    If you have ever felt defeated by a sudden meltdown during a family trip or a long weekend, this episode is packed with tools and grace to help you navigate transitions with flexibility and confidence.

    Social Media: @sarahknowsbehavior
    Email: sarah@bridgingbehaviors.com

    Reach out to Sarah if you have specific transition questions!

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    56 mins
  • Season 2 Farewell: See You in 2026!
    Dec 1 2025

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    That’s a wrap on Season 2! In this mini-episode, Alexandria and Leesha officially sign off for the year. We’re taking a break to enjoy the Christmas season and spend time with our families, but the "Unleashed" magic isn’t stopping. We’re sharing our timeline for Season 3—including our big January planning session—and how you can get involved in shaping the next chapter of the show. Thank you for being part of our community this year; we’ll see you back on the mic in February!

    Stay in touch!

    Instagram: @alexandria.and.leesha (Where we’ll still be active over break!)
    Season 3 Pitches: DM us with guest ideas or topics you want us to cover.

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    3 mins
  • Behind the Dough: The Doughrific Kids Story with Stacey McChesney
    Nov 21 2025

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    Ever wonder what it actually takes to run a creative, handmade business while juggling a family?

    We’re sitting down with Stacey, founder of Doughrific Kids, who turned a simple DIY Play-Doh kit for her son into a beloved national brand. This conversation is pure mom reality: honest, warm, and full of "oh wow, same!" moments.

    Stacey shares her journey from the early chaotic days, revealing:

    • The incredible power of sensory play—and how it changed her son’s speech and development.
    • The unexpected realities of running a high-volume small business from her home (hint: it involves 500 pounds of flour a year!).
    • Why finding time for intentional, creative play is crucial for connection (and sanity!)—and how she started.
    • What parents don't see behind the scenes: the market days, the garage storage, and the balance of setting clear business and family boundaries.

    If you're balancing work, hobbies, and family life, or just need inspiration to follow your child's interests, this episode is your dose of encouragement and inspiration!

    Check out how awesome her kits are here:
    Website: www.doughrifickids.com
    Instagram: @doughrifickids
    Where to shop locally: Dinger Trading Company (Boerne), Backstreet Customs (La Vernia)

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    36 mins
  • Navigating the Challenges of Motherhood and Friendship
    Nov 7 2025

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    In this episode, Leesha and Alexandria discuss the complexities of making and maintaining friendships as mothers. They explore the emotional challenges of motherhood, the importance of community, and practical strategies for finding and nurturing friendships. The conversation highlights the significance of self-care, setting boundaries, and the role of children in forming connections. They also touch on the impact of social media and the importance of being brave in seeking out friendships

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Catching Up with Alexandria + Leesha
    Oct 24 2025

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    In this unfiltered, totally off-the-cuff episode, Alexandria and Leesha skip the outline and dive straight into a real-life catch-up. From solo parenting struggles and business burnout to girls’ nights, new routines, and travel prep, this one’s all about keeping it real through

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    38 mins
  • Is It Behavior or Just Being a Kid? Insights from Sarah Wilburn, BCBA
    Oct 10 2025

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    Ever felt like your kid was sent to test your last nerve? Same. In this episode, we’re joined by behavior expert, parent coach, and fellow mom Sarah Wilburn, who brings both professional wisdom and lived experience to the messy, beautiful reality of raising kids.

    From what to do in the middle of a meltdown to how to stay grounded when nothing’s working, we dive into it all. Sarah shares powerful takeaways on why behavior is communication, how your nervous system impacts theirs, and how she became a parent coach after her son challenged everything she thought she knew.

    Whether you’re raising a neurodivergent child, a strong-willed toddler, or a tween with big feelings—this one’s packed with practical, non-judgy, and truly encouraging insights.

    Connect with Sarah Wilburn:

    • Find More Resources: www.bio.site/sarahwilburn
    • Follow Sarah: @sarahknowsbehavior



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    50 mins
  • Part Two - From One Mom To Another: Tips From TTC to Tween
    Oct 3 2025

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    In part two of this unfiltered conversation, Alexandria and Leesha dive even deeper into the lessons, hacks, and hard-won wisdom they’ve picked up along the motherhood journey—from TTC to tweens.

    This time, they’re tackling the tips that saved their sanity, the fails that still make them laugh, and the real-life strategies that actually work when mom life gets messy.

    If part one felt like a best friend voice note, consider this the follow-up text that keeps it real.

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    52 mins