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Motherhood Material

by Heather Koontz

Motherhood isn't easy. There's simply no playbook. And, if you've ever asked yourself, "Am I really motherhood material?"... you're not alone. Join us as we share stories of unexpected journeys into motherhood, and remember that we're all in this together.

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  1. Loralei's Story: Expectations

    When it comes to motherhood, living up to the expectations - both self-imposed and societal - can be difficult. But while raising her two boys, Loralei has discovered that failed expectations may have actually made her a better mom. This is her story. Thank you to everyone who supported this…

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  2. Kristen's Story: Safety First

    When she became a mom, Kristen never expected she'd be so interested in car seat safety. But, she's now a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician who shares tips - and other moments of her motherhood journey - with others. This is Kristen's story. Visit Kristen's website:...

  3. Caitlyn's Story: Embrace the Chaos

    For Caitlyn, motherhood wasn't always in the plans. But when a baby came along, she learned to embrace the journey - from postpartum depression to going back to work. And, through it all, Caitlyn realized her identity is not based solely on her motherhood. This is Caitlyn's story. Listener...

  4. Georgina's Story: Mom Boss

    Georgina is a mother of two. She's also a career-driven woman who finds value in the office. In fact, her motherhood journey has driven her to make important advancements in her career. And, she believes she's a better mom for it. This is her story. Listener Advisory: This episode mentions...

  5. Jess' Story: Still Sinking In

    Jess knew she wanted to be a mother. But, she couldn't have predicted the path that would take her there. From sleepless nights to visitations and court rooms, the foster care system changed Jess' life forever. Listener Advisory: This episode mentions infertility and miscarriage. For more...

  6. Sara's Story: Puppy Love

    Finding a peaceful co-existence between dogs and kids can be challenging. But Sara, who is both a mother and an animal enthusiast, believes balance is possible. And, she has dedicated her career to helping families find it. Check out Sara's FB page: Contingent on Kindness Behavior Consulting For...

  7. Amie's Story: Stronger Than

    Like many moms, Amie has experienced bumps in her motherhood journey. But, those struggles - from her husband's deployment to postpartum depression - led her to a hobby she hadn't seen coming. Listener Note: This episode contains content about infertility and miscarriage. For more information or…

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  8. Rorri's Story: Belonging

    Families come in all different shapes, sizes, and colors. For Rorri, she knows this firsthand. And, it's driven her to create an important organization aimed at inspiring and supporting multiracial/multicultural families around the world. This is her motherhood story. Learn more about Rorri's…

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  9. Mary's Story: Seasons

    From an unexpected diagnosis at a 20-week ultrasound to moving, homeschooling, and navigating another unexpected illness, Mary’s motherhood journey has been a wild ride. But she’s weathered each season with grace and come out stronger than ever before. This is her motherhood story. WARNING: This...

  10. Jody's Story: Choose Joy

    Infertility, adoption, an unexpected diagnosis. Jody has walked it all, and with every step she’s decided to choose joy. This is her motherhood journey. (This episodes discusses infertility.) For more information or to be featured on this show, contact [email protected]. Music by…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Motherhood isn't easy. There's simply no playbook. And, if you've ever asked yourself, "Am I really motherhood material?"... you're not alone. Join us as we share stories of unexpected journeys into motherhood, and remember that we're all in this together.

HOSTED BY

Heather Koontz

Produced by Motherhood Material

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How many episodes does Motherhood Material have?

Motherhood Material currently has 10 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Motherhood Material about?

Motherhood isn't easy. There's simply no playbook. And, if you've ever asked yourself, "Am I really motherhood material?"... you're not alone. Join us as we share stories of unexpected journeys into motherhood, and remember that we're all in this together.

How often does Motherhood Material release new episodes?

Motherhood Material has 10 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Motherhood Material?

Motherhood Material is created and hosted by Heather Koontz.
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