EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 42 MIN
The Return of Cheryl (Mom) Part 2
from Ramblings of a Restless Mind · host Jen Bordeaux and DeJah Debon
Motherhood, Boundaries, and Single-Mom Strength | Ramblings of a Restless MindIn this episode, the host interviews her mom about motherhood, parenting, and family, including stories from labor and delivery and how witnessing birth can change perspectives. They discuss parenting as choosing battles, setting boundaries, following through with discipline, building respect without relying on patriarchal “wait till your dad gets home” dynamics, and the challenges of raising kids in a device-driven culture. The conversation also covers societal pressure around having children and gratitude for a mom who never judged her daughter for not becoming a parent. The mom shares what helped her children through divorce—perseverance, honest communication about life changes, and refusing to speak badly about their father—plus how she coped with kids leaving home by embracing each life chapter, loosening “apron strings,” and trusting the values she taught. The episode closes with appreciation for chosen family, love, and resilience.00:00 Meet Mom and Gigi00:26 Reality of Childbirth01:02 Pain Relief and Respect02:52 Picking Battles as Parents03:39 Mom as Authority05:23 Boundaries and Teaching07:12 Discipline and Follow Through12:11 Tech and Kid Independence14:06 Choosing Childfree Without Shame16:17 Society Shifts on Parenthood18:57 A Welcoming No Judgment Home19:52 Questioning and Gratitude20:22 Divorce Single Mom Question23:12 Kids Perspective and Co Parenting25:32 Strength Through Divorce27:32 Lioness Tribute and Sponsor28:49 Empty Nest Heartache32:37 Letting Go and Trust35:37 Respect and Check Ins37:58 Proud Mom Moments39:20 Family Love and Farewell
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Motherhood, Boundaries, and Single-Mom Strength | Ramblings of a Restless MindIn this episode, the host interviews her mom about motherhood, parenting, and family, including stories from labor and delivery and how witnessing birth can change perspectives. They discuss parenting as choosing battles, setting boundaries, following through with discipline, building respect without relying on patriarchal “wait till your dad gets home” dynamics, and the challenges of raising kids in a device-driven culture. The conversation also covers societal pressure around having children and gratitude for a mom who never judged her daughter for not becoming a parent. The mom shares what helped her children through divorce—perseverance, honest communication about life changes, and refusing to speak badly about their father—plus how she coped with kids leaving home by embracing each life chapter, loosening “apron strings,” and trusting the values she taught. The episode closes with appreciation for chosen family, love, and resilience.00:00 Meet Mom and Gigi00:26 Reality of Childbirth01:02 Pain Relief and Respect02:52 Picking Battles as Parents03:39 Mom as Authority05:23 Boundaries and Teaching07:12 Discipline and Follow Through12:11 Tech and Kid Independence14:06 Choosing Childfree Without Shame16:17 Society Shifts on Parenthood18:57 A Welcoming No Judgment Home19:52 Questioning and Gratitude20:22 Divorce Single Mom Question23:12 Kids Perspective and Co Parenting25:32 Strength Through Divorce27:32 Lioness Tribute and Sponsor28:49 Empty Nest Heartache32:37 Letting Go and Trust35:37 Respect and Check Ins37:58 Proud Mom Moments39:20 Family Love and Farewell
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