Motherhood is Basically Survivor — And Here’s What’s Actually Saving Us: EP 219

A brand new season of Gather Moms is here and Kate and Rebecca are kicking things off with an honest conversation about the wilderness of motherhood and the things that have actually kept them going. Using Survivor as the perfect metaphor for mom life, because both involve keeping everyone fed, making sure they sleep, and managing someone who is probably going to throw something they introduce a question they will be asking every guest this season: What is in your helicopter drop? Beyond the spark vs. iced latte debates, they get real about what has actually saved them in motherhood. Counseling. A spouse who sees things differently. Walking. Bible study. Laughter. And a community of moms who show up when things get hard. In This Episode: The helicopter drop question and what it reveals about what moms actually need The real things that have saved them — counseling, community, laughter, Bible study, and more A preview of the incredible guests coming this season Hebrews 12 and why it frames everything about this season Join our Patreon for the September School Prayers series at gathermoms.com Connect With Us: gathermoms.com | @gathermoms |resources, curriculum, and community at GatherMoms.com Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook

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