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One Tough Momma
by Christine Siddens
Sometimes, being a mom is tough. This podcast delves into the more complex topics of motherhood and sometimes the mundane. We will talk about loss, special needs, mental health, adoption, homeschooling, isolation, adult children, and large families, all while relying on Jesus. Get ready to laugh, be encouraged, and need a few tissues.
Episodes
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This May be my Last Podcast Episode 44
Most celebrities and influencers shout from the rooftops about success, but what about the quiet strength it takes to step back and prioritize what truly matters? In this heartfelt farewell episode, Christine Siddins shares her personal journey of balancing motherhood, faith, and…
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From Heartbreak to Hope with Jody Hill Ep 43
In this episode, Jody Hill, bestselling author and parenting educator, shares her personal journey through multiple miscarriages and how her faith played a crucial role in her healing process. She discusses the emotional impact of these losses and the eventual discovery of a medical issue that…
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Unintentionally Sabotaging Your Kids’ Confidence?—And How to Fix It with Jody Hill Ep. 42
Unlock the Power of Your Words to Raise Resilient, Confident Kids — Even Amid Life’s Hardest Losses. What if the simple words you speak could shape your child’s identity, confidence, and resilience — and be your most powerful parenting superpower? In this eye-opening episode, bestselling author...
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Supermom Myth is Destroying Mental Health Ep. 41 with Emma Donaldson
In this episode, Emma Donaldson, founder of Joyful Mama Mental Wellness, shares clinically informed, faith-rooted insights into postpartum mental health, highlighting how women can find support and healing during one of life's most vulnerable seasons.Main Topics Covered: The importance of...
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Honest Talk: Faith, Family & Adoption with RuthAnn Zimmerman Ep38
Most mothers carry hidden burdens—struggles with faith, identity, and the pressures to succeed. Ruth Ann Zimmerman’s story of overcoming excommunication, finding new purpose, and embracing God's plan will challenge everything you think about motherhood and resilience. Discover how surrendering...
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Secret to Healing After Pregnancy Loss Ep 40
Most women carry invisible scars from pregnancy loss and grief — but what if sharing your raw, honest story could free you from shame and help others heal?Val Kleppen’s journey through the pain of stillbirth, NICU trauma, and intense grief is a powerful reminder that vulnerability can be our...
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Why Learning History Matters Ep 39
Unlock the transformative power of history through the eyes of an educator and author who’s passionate about inspiring young minds. Discover how understanding our past can shape smarter, more compassionate decision-makers and elevate our children’s critical thinking skills—starting from their…
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Fighting for our Prodigals Ep 37
Do you have a prodigal child? Do you need a new prayer plan for your prodigal, a refocused heart for your prodigal child? Then "Battle Cry: Waging the Spiritual Battle for Your Prodigal" by Debra McNinch is the book you need. We talk about our prodigal children and how to wage the spiritual…
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87+ Babies Saved! Ep 36
It is estimated that over 1 million babies are aborted in the US each year. Meet someone who is doing something to reduce those numbers and save more babies. Suzy Walker with LoveLife talks about hope amid heartache, LoveLife and its mission, her journey into the abortion ministry, and the role…
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Why Dyslexic Learners are Specialists Ep 35
Russell Van Brocklen, the Dyslexia Professor, shifts daily reading frustrations into confident academic wins for students facing dyslexia. If you have a child who struggles with dyslexia, Russell is full of information. You can find Russell Van Brocklen here:...
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Living a Life of Impact Ep 34
Called into the ministry. Called to be a missionary. Trusting God with their kids, their marriage, their lives, all along the way. Listen to Matt and Chrissy Senger share how God kept them, blessed them, and the impact they have had on others.Also on Spotify:...
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One For the Books Ep. 33
Hear about a real-life story that is stranger than fiction, a tale from foster care by a popular online personality, and a shepherd's perspective on Psalm 23. Get inspired by those who have overcome real-life obstacles. Learn to lead from President Lincoln. Learn about one amazing woman and her...
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I Needed to be Rescued Ep. 32 with Chrissy Senger
As the youngest of 6 older siblings, in a family where education, party life, some abuse, and dysfunction were more of a reality than true love, togetherness, and God, Chrissy Senger shares her story of getting rescued from that life and being welcomed into a life of forgiveness, restoration, and…
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I Don't Want to do This Anymore Ep 31
Growing up in a broken home can affect a person in so many different ways. I recently sat down with my brother, Matt Senger, and he shared his testimony, his story, of growing up in a broken home, surfing, partying, dealing with substance abuse, and being homeless in Alaska. Listen as he talks...
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How Does Hospitality Change Everything? Ep 30
The holidays are upon us which means the hosting season is here. I sat down with Monica Chapparo to talk about how hospitality changes everything. Understand hospitality and the role of hospitality in building a community, overcoming personal barriers to hosting, the balance of service and...
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12 Things We Don't Do Ep 29
In honor of my podcast turning 1, I talk about 12 things we don't do. I completely messed up the topic numbering, so there is really 11 things. Listen in as I talk about family values, meal times, education choices, homeschooling, media consumption, screen time, music, play, video games, and...
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It's Been One Year! Ep.28
Celebrating one year since I launched One Tough Momma Podcast! Come hear about my journey into podcasting, building my confidence, overcoming challenges, and what I have to say on various topics. What are my future plans for One Tough Momma?Intro/Outro Music: / @nathansenger Also on Spotify:...
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Eyes Wide Open R.A.D. with Keri Williams Ep. 27
Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) is a childhood psychiatric disorder described as a condition affecting social functioning in many adopted children. I sat down with Keri Williams to discuss her personal story and experience as a mother to two adopted children with RAD. We also talked about...
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We Said Yes! Adoption Story Pt 3 Ep. 26
Everyone has different reasons for their decision to adopt. Here is part three of our adoption story. Meetings, paperwork, waiting, and more waiting, we finally get to say yes to our sibling group of four and bring them home.Intro/Outro music: / @nathansenger Also on Spotify:...
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Hope for Postpartum Ep 25
"According to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 8 women (12-16%) experience symptoms of PPD within the first year after giving birth." Postpartum depression and baby blues used to be a topic left behind closed doors. It was misunderstood and...
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Adoption Story pt 2 Ep 24
Everyone has different reasons for their decision to adopt. Here is part two of our adoption story. After many closed doors and waiting, listen in as I share how we finally met our kids. It includes the western movie sets, hot dogs, goatheads, and more.Intro/Outro music: / @nathansenger Also on...
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"Trusting Timothy" Author Interview
"Trusting Timothy: A Book About Cheating" is such an important, must-have book, written by a solid christian homeschooling family. This very thought-out children's book will bring encouragement, guidance, and strength to kids, teens, parents, and even grandparents. Listen in as the Bryant family...
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Crunchy Christians Ep. 22
Can christians be crunchy and keep their focus? Can "crunchiness" become an idol? How is being a christian and being crunchy alike? Join me as we discuss these topics.Intro/Outro music: / @nathansenger Also on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/18XrBi4...Apple Podcasts:...
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Boyhood Under Siege
Do you have sons, grandsons, or work with boys? This book is a must read.
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Hope for Those with Prodigals
Do you have a prodigal child? This book by Ruth Bell Graham is encouragement for your soul.
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Foster Care to Success
While the end is good, Hope's Boy is a heartbreaking story of a young boy's journey in the foster care system.
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Why Adoption part 1 Ep 21
Everyone has different reasons for the why behind their decision to adopt. Here is part one of our story. It is long and starts way back. I share the decades long adoption journey that got us to where we are today.Intro/Outro music: / @nathansenger Also on Spotify:...
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You Need to Read This Ep. 20
Hear about a real life story that is stranger than fiction, a story from foster care, hope for those who love a prodigal, from a mom with an estranged adult child, lessons from Miss Manners, raising boys, a story of forgiveness and mercy, and a must read new release. Intro/Outro music: /...
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9 Things You Need Ep. 19
Homeschooling can seem overwhelming, especially with all of the "must haves", "essentials" that you seem to need. Let's talk and really see what you need to start on your homeschooling journey. My goal is to encourage you to take that step, jump in and start homeschooling.Intro/Outro Music: /...
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9 Things You Don't Need in Your Homeschool Ep. 18
You really don't need any of these for your homeschool. Thinking about homeschooling your kids, just getting started and don't know what you need? Social media can make it seem like you need so much that homeschooling can seem overwhelming. Let's take a closer look at what you don't need to...
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We Lost Our Baby Ep. 17
After years of undiagnosed female and fertility issues, we finally conceived, only to go into pre-term labor. Our first born was born too early, born before medical advancements they have today that could have saved our baby. Hear is our story of infertility, pregnancy, and pregnancy/infant loss....
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Getting Divorced Ep. 16
Getting divorced, separating and the many affects it can have on your kids. I cover a lot of areas and ways divorce and separation affects children. Join me as I talk about how my parents divorce affected my life and still affects my life. I also talk about how divorce and separating seems to be...
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True Crime, History and More Ep 15
As promised, I review some of the many audiobooks I have listened over the years. Come see what some of my favorite audiobooks are. Who are some of my favorite authors? From the Olympics to Sociapth to Gone With the Wind's Mammy. John Grisham to C.S.Lewis. What are your favorite books?Intro/Outro...
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Adopting-Stomach & Food Issues
Considering adopting? Just started to foster? Just adopted? Listen in on my second podcast in a series covering adoption and the things we didn't know before adopting.Intro/Outro Music: / @nathansenger Affiliates:Seven Weeks Coffee: https://snwbl.io/seven-weeks-coffee/C...Stone and Spear: 20% OFF...
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Adoption Siblings vs Singles
Considering adopting siblings? Want to know the pros and cons of adopting siblings vs. singles? Listen in on my first podcast in a series covering adoption and the things we didn't know before adopting.Intro/Outro Music: / @nathansenger Affiliates:Seven Weeks Coffee:...
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Book Review 2 Ep. 12
Fellow bookworms, join me as I review the books I read in the second half of 2024. Intro/Outro Music: / @nathansenger Affiliates:Seven Weeks Coffee: https://snwbl.io/seven-weeks-coffee/C...Stone and Spear: 20% OFF coupon CHRISTINESIDDENHerbal Roots: https://herbalrootssupplements.com/?r...Toups…
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Breaking Generational Trauma Interview with Isabel Ep 11
Sit down with me as I interview a young lady who has broken generational trauma for her kids. Hear her wonderful testimony of how Jesus brought hope and peace into her life.Intro/Outro Music: / @nathansenger Affiliates:Seven Weeks Coffee: https://snwbl.io/seven-weeks-coffee/C...Stone and Spear…
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Teaching the Right Brain Learner Ep 10
Are you about ready to quit? Is your child struggling with learning? Have you tried more than curriculums than you can count? Maybe your child is a right brain learner. I hope this will be the answer to your struggles.DIANNE CRAFT https://diannecraft.orgMary Ruth Hair Growth...
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My Daily Devotions Ep. 9
Inspired by a sister in church, join me as I show you some of what I do for my daily devotions. Uprooting Rejection audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/Uprooting-... Uprooting Rejection Testimonies: https://www.prescottpottershouse.com/... Intro/Outro Music: / @nathansenger Seven Weeks Coffee:...
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My Testimony Ep. 8
Starting the new year of with how I became a christian! I am who I am because of what Jesus has done for me. Intro/Outro Music: / @nathansenger Seven Weeks Coffee: https://snwbl.io/seven-weeks-coffee/C... Stone and Spear: https://www.stoneandspeartallow.com/?... Herbal Roots:...
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Keeping a Clean and Organized Home with Colleen Ep. 7 Pt 2
I sat down with my oldest daughter to talk about keeping a clean and organzied home. Join us for this two part interview. Get inspired. Learn s few new tips. Intro/Outro Music: https://www.youtube.com/@NathanSenger Seven Weeks Coffee: https://snwbl.io/seven-weeks-coffee/CHRISTINE09190 Stone and...
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How to Keep a Clean and Organized Home with Colleen Pt. 1
I sat down with my oldest daughter to talk about keeping a clean and organzied home. Join us for this two part interview. Get inspired. Learn s few new tips. Intro/Outro Music: https://www.youtube.com/@NathanSenger Seven Weeks Coffee: https://snwbl.io/seven-weeks-coffee/CHRISTINE09190 Stone and...
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Loss and Redemption with Mary Ep. 5 (part 2)
Welcome to my first interview with my dear friend Mary. Find hope and encouragement.as we talk about loss, infertility, and husbands who have struggled in their walk with God. Intro/Outro Music: https://www.youtube.com/@NathanSenger Seven Weeks Coffee:...
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Loss and Redemption with Mary Ep. 4 (Part 1)
Welcome to my first interview with my dear friend Mary. Find hope and encouragement.as we talk about loss, infertility, and husbands who have struggled in their walk with God.
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Book Review 1 Ep. 3
Fellow bookworms, raise your hands! Join me for my first book review. There will be plenty more to come.
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Whose Right is It? Ep. 2
While this episode touches on a very sensitive topic, it is one that needs to be talked about. As women of God, what should our view, stance, message on the sanctity of life be? How should we treat those who believe different than us?
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Homeschool is More Ep. 1
Welcome to One Tough Momma! Whether you are new to homeschooling, thinking about it, or a veteran homeschooler, I want to encourage you this school year and maybe change your mindset to carry you through your homeschool adventure.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Sometimes, being a mom is tough. This podcast delves into the more complex topics of motherhood and sometimes the mundane. We will talk about loss, special needs, mental health, adoption, homeschooling, isolation, adult children, and large families, all while relying on Jesus. Get ready to laugh, be encouraged, and need a few tissues.
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Christine Siddens
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Sometimes, being a mom is tough. This podcast delves into the more complex topics of motherhood and sometimes the mundane. We will talk about loss, special needs, mental health, adoption, homeschooling, isolation, adult children, and large families, all while relying on Jesus. Get ready to laugh,...
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One Tough Momma is created and hosted by Christine Siddens.
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