The Mostly Mom Podcast

A conversation about grief and loss, missing your special person, adventuring with young kids, conversing with older kids, choosing forgiveness, recognizing God’s mercies, pursuing dreams, planting deep roots, and working on friendships.Links from the episode:Download the Ordinary Everyday printables here:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/printablesMelaleuca: The Wellness CompanySign-up for access to members-only online shopping:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/wellnessWe’re all better off with an ally. Set up your high yield savings and self directed investment accounts with Ally Bank online.: https://ally.com/referral?code=3P9S4X7Q6CGrowing Up Saved by Kristen Lavalleyhttps://www.amazon.com/Growing-Up-Saved-Loving-Yourself/dp/1496478568?crid=30YLZNP47DXLY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bbMJU1T06MFEEBPIVyq6ntHQUyBXVOYQ2F99W2VpJP8.w9_qlzXlB1OO8gG4SK6l2Er1Ni65gnhMJNCjUmhyYrk&dib_tag=se&keywords=growing+up+saved+kristen+lavalley&qid=1778210841&sprefix=growing+up+saved%2Caps%2C275&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll2&tag=ordinaryeve0f-20&linkId=405e5c3b88ec4ef2cb76e92d1dd268ba&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

A conversation about growing up surrounded by extended family, community that tells our stories, a family culture of rich hospitality and hard work ethic, finding kind friends, changing faith in high school, the joy of college discovery, teaching middle-schoolers, a love for good books and rich stories, and praying specific things for your children.Links from the episode:Download the Ordinary Everyday printables here:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/printablesLearn more about the Fly Lady system:https://www.flylady.net/#aboutMelaleuca: The Wellness CompanySign-up for access to members-only online shopping:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/wellnessWe’re all better off with an ally. Set up your high yield savings and self directed investment accounts with Ally Bank online.: https://ally.com/referral?code=3P9S4X7Q6C

A conversation about struggles with infertility, serving others through the hardships, the deep joy found in worship, growing up in a ministry family, clinging to faith in seasons of waiting, adventuring into homeschooling, managing a small business, and experiences teaching in special education.Links from the episode:ASL American Sign Languagehttps://www.lifeprint.comEndeavor Ballooninghttps://montanaballoon.comDownload the Ordinary Everyday printables here:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/printablesMelaleuca: The Wellness CompanySign-up for access to members-only online shopping:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/wellnessWe’re all better off with an ally. Set up your high yield savings and self directed investment accounts with Ally Bank online.: https://ally.com/referral?code=3P9S4X7Q6C

A conversation with Catherine about trusting the process, a relaxed approach to launching kids, loving productivity, enjoying the goodness of each season, growing up as a twin, and her meaningful and rewarding work.Links from the episode:Download the Ordinary Everyday printables here:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/printablesReceive a free Sample Pack of LMNT with any purchase through the link belowhttp://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/kristens13Melaleuca: The Wellness CompanySign-up for access to members-only online shopping:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/wellnessWe’re all better off with an ally. Set up your high yield savings and self directed investment accounts with Ally Bank online.: https://ally.com/referral?code=3P9S4X7Q6C

A conversation about growing up in rural Montana, adventuring to new places, a love of great books, homeschooling and homesteading, teaching middle-schoolers, the joy of sacramental liturgy, staying rooted in community, gratitude for friendship, and accepting limitations.Links from the episode:Download the Ordinary Everyday printables here:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/printablesReceive a free Sample Pack of LMNT with any purchase through the link belowhttp://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/kristens13

A conversation with Maggie about a heritage of faith, wrestling with God, enduring long seasons of sickness, recovering from a traumatic accident, mentoring women, the joy of little ones, and leaving social media behind.Links from the episode:Download the Ordinary Everyday printables here:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/printablesReceive a free Sample Pack of LMNT with any purchase through the link belowhttp://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/kristens13

A conversation with Jen M. about her deep passion for teaching, the surprising early years of motherhood, listening to conviction, relaxing and slowing down, a love of good books, walking through suffering and lament, and the encouragement to keep doing the good work in front of you.

A conversation with Kerri about finding a faith community, navigating life transitions, launching adult children, helping aging parents, reading good books, the wisdom of getting on your kids’ level, taking care of yourself, and the joy found in caring for her patients.Busy families need all the help they can get to stay organized. Enjoy your ordinary everyday as you manage your household with these easy-to-use printables. Purchase once and print forever.Links from the episode:Download the Ordinary Everyday printables here:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/printablesReceive a free Sample Pack of LMNT with any purchase through the link belowhttp://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/kristens13Buy the book Everyday Holiness by Alan Morinis:https://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Holiness-Jewish-Spiritual-Mussar/dp/1590303687?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.C02ijsabFalNG3qRw0dWGVvA04seFKYJH9tqFtDBl1jkBDwn6FaWYivUgZxCh3dd181IcH8egz5iwXKw9Bl3ZfqW_nJ3SG99vgYueNEUz1I.UBLkzJBsSUHRyms5v-02QftsN_i_19Bn_Z593SPI0Bc&qid=1772029710&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll2&tag=ordinaryeve0f-20&linkId=a9403139762e491fb32184c44f0cc541&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

A conversation with Keli T. about growing up with adopted siblings, raising adopted children, navigating hardship as a team with her husband, the deep joy of close friends, her work as a trauma therapist, the importance of body movement and nutrition, and her new role as coach and mentor.Links from the episode:Tondretherapeutics.com@tondre_therapeuticsKeli Tondre is a licensed clinical professional counselor and therapeutic coach for adoptive parents who have experienced trauma in raising their kids. Keli is the proud mother of three and enjoys living in Bozeman, MT with her husband Zach and her sweet doodle, Toulah.Art & Faith, Book by Makoto Fujimurahttps://amzn.to/4r7ogk2Receive a free Sample Pack of LMNT with any purchase through the link belowhttp://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/kristens13

A conversation with Lindsey B. about surviving trauma and abuse, leaning on family, finding support in a network of female friendships, advocating for your children, surviving brutal seasons, the joy of education, and discovering hope in a new season.Links from the episode:Download the Ordinary Everyday printables here:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/printablesReceive a free Sample Pack of LMNT with any purchase through the link belowhttp://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/kristens13

A conversation with Janice P. about growing up in Canada, her journey to faith in God, experiencing cult manipulation, gratitude for Bible training, directing a homeschool campus, raising daughters, managing significant concussion symptoms, and learning to live with limitations.Links from the episode:Earth HarborUse code "MOSTLYMOM10" for 10% off at check-out:https://earthharbor.com/Fab Fit FunAnnual access for the Winter Box customization begins Friday, January 23.Use the link below for $20 off your annual membership.https://share.fabfitfun.com/x/jKUFOsMelaleuca: The Wellness CompanySign-up for access to members-only online shopping:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/wellness

A conversation with Molly W. about supporting her husband, the joy and wonder of young children, enjoying the years when you can stay at home, leading and mentoring through church, the blessing of fulfilling work, writing a children’s book, and caring for an aging parent.Links from the episode:ZoeCare is a pregnancy and sexual health clinic in Bozeman, Montana, staffed by medical professionals and volunteers. ZoeCare offers free, confidential services like pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and STI testing, along with education, resources, and support programs for parenting, adoption, and post-abortion recovery.https://gotozoe.org/https://friendsofzoecare.org/To find out more about Molly and to purchase her book click the link belowhttps://www.mollywilmington.com/

A conversation with Debbie R. about listening to God’s voice in the midst of big changes, her unique personal training niche, launching young adults, caring for a spouse with a long-term illness, and finding laughter in the midst of motherhood.Links from the episode:Earth HarborUse code "MOSTLYMOM10" for 10% off at check-out:https://earthharbor.com/Fab Fit FunAnnual access for the Winter Box customization begins Friday, January 23.Use the link below for $20 off your annual membership.https://share.fabfitfun.com/x/jKUFOsMelaleuca: The Wellness CompanySign-up for access to members-only online shopping:https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/wellness

A message from your host with an update on the podcast schedule, tips for staying grounded in a busy holiday season, helpful routines worth returning to, and a few book recommendations.Links from the episode: John Mark Comer Bookhttps://johnmarkcomer.com/#homeSkye Jethani Bookhttps://amzn.to/4oZyXEqhttps://soulspace.cohttps://lectio365.comDaily Examenhttps://express.adobe.com/page/DZqW8YLbZBIuKTsh Oxenreider Bookshttps://www.tshoxenreider.com/booksThe Best Christmas Pageant Everhttps://amzn.to/3XJBaro

A conversation with Gillian about growing up in the Caribbean, following God’s lead, having gratitude for her husband, navigating technology with children, serving people lavishly with beautiful food, and raising kids to be discerning.

A conversation with Sara B. about experiencing the death of a parent at a young age, championing kids with dyslexia, depending on community when life gets rough, pivoting when the usual methods of coping with hardship no longer work, navigating relationships with adult children, and finding joy in uncertain circumstances.

A conversation with Amy P. about miraculous pregnancies, living with a degenerative disease through the hardest years of parenting, discovering the unique joys and challenges of raising kids with special needs, experiencing God’s entirely unexpected answers to prayers, and choosing hope over fear.

A conversation with Angela about following God when it’s confusing, experiencing group therapy, the delight found in hobbies, the joy when your kids find good friends, blessing others through her work, caring for husbands, and learning to enjoy solitude.

A conversation with Bobbie C. about the beauty of truth and confession in community, raising a large family, embracing each season of life, practicing Jewish traditions, the balance of parenting a wide age spread of children and grandchildren, and helpful recommendations for tuning into our natural cycles.

A conversation with Laura L. about living abroad, the joy of music, teaching internationally, connecting with your children, learning to live with less, leaving the opinions of others behind, and finding new skills in midlife.

We’re back! A conversation with Kristen about Season 2 with a new collection of guests full of insights and encouragement. Be sure to sign up for the newsletter and consider donating to support the mission and vision through the link below.https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/welcomeAdvertise with us at https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.comDon’t forget your free gift from Yellowstone Theological Institute at http://ythi.org/moms

A conversation with Kristen about her thoughts on Season 1, listener Q&A, and what’s ahead for Season 2 with a new collection of guests. We’re taking a break for the summer. Be sure to sign up for the newsletter and consider donating to support the mission and vision through the link below.https://ordinaryeveryday.myflodesk.com/welcome

A conversation with friends about community, friendship and motherhood. What does it look like to find community in motherhood? What do you when community seems to fail you? What do you do when friendship feels hard? What do moms really want for Mother’s Day (P.S. we could all use a nap). How can introverts and extroverts team up? And how do we carry each other’s burdens well?

A conversation with Kristi S. about finding community in different cities, raising boys, running a mini-golf course with her husband, loving people through food, mentoring teens, being on a TV show, cooking competitions, living with family, and taking care of yourself through the different seasons of motherhood.

A conversation with Kate F. about being a twin, knowing when to shift, observing what your kids do in their free time, her consistent early morning quiet time, giving up control, the weariness of chronic sickness, supporting the work of her husband, pursuing her own big dream, and writing the story about that journey.///At TACTIC we believe everyone deserves to feel safe whether that is from bears, bullies or bullets! Owned and operated by former Navy SEAL, Chris Forrest. Get trained. Tacticmt.comEPIC SKIES is about bringing truth, beauty and goodness together through practicums, plays and performances. Coming to Facebook soon.

A conversation with Adryann B. about casting a vision for your family, staying the course and committing to your goals, stepping in and out of career, enjoying grandchildren, taking risks and enjoying your one beautiful life.

A conversation with Sheryl V. about navigating chronic pain, leaning into vulnerability with community, studying old languages, teaching classically, following God’s movements, and the mysterious gift of accepting the difficult parts of our stories.

A conversation over Zoom with Jess H. about two decades of inner-city ministry, a new season of single-parenting, cultivating creativity in our children, finding a deeper way to experience discipleship, her role as spiritual director, and navigating the transition of launching adult children.Jess is a certified Spiritual Director and serves as a Care Director for the relational church network: One Gospel Network. In this position she serves leaders within One Gospel member churches through teaching and guiding spiritual practices that focus on a life of abiding with God. Her position is paid through monthly donations from a community of supporters. She is currently in need of additional monthly donors. To support her work through One Gospel Network, click the link below.https://bit.ly/supportjessi

A conversation with Tracie V. about growing up with an open door policy and full dining room table, learning to give each child their own voice, a journey into the joys of homeschooling, caring for aging parents, asking for help, and creating community along the way.

A conversation with Sara M. about growing up in a Messianic Jewish home and carrying that on through her own family, her calling as a birth coach and doula, adapting to the unique needs of a baby, the importance of care during the "fourth trimester", the family as a team, and becoming a peer of your adult children.Through Doula Services, Sara provides comprehensive birth education and intuitive support for both the birth mom and entire family unit throughout pregnancy, labor, and delivery. With nearly two decades of experience since 2004, she brings a calming presence and expert guidance to each unique birth journey, honoring life's sacred beginnings while empowering families to create meaningful birth experiences aligned with their deepest values and wishes.

A conversation with Cayla H. about growing up a pastor's kid, grieving the loss of her father, becoming a therapist, parenting young boys, helping others, and finding healing in unexpected places.Learn more at caylaholloman.com

A conversation with Jasmine A. about taking the unexpected path, experiencing the birth of her firstborn during a power outage, adventuring in Peru, trusting God’s timing to open doors, and parenting boys with a 15-year age spread.

A conversation with Nyla C. about growing up in a shattered home, confessing sin and seeking forgiveness, playing roller derby, getting sober, finding healing through a church community, and mothering with an authentic Christian faith.

A conversation with Holly H about parenting girls, passing down wisdom to other moms, her journey of foster care and adoption, the modern challenges of self-care, the freedom found in slowing down, and the surprisingly simple power of a walk to the mailbox.During our interview, Holly talked about her experience with foster care. For more information, visit childbridgemontana.org.Child Bridge is a fantastic organization that finds and equips families to be foster parents.

A conversation with Beth B about being a single mom of boys, bow hunting, relying on community, journeying through cancer, and honesty with God about our circumstances. Through her small business, The Pink Tent, Beth takes care of people diagnosed with breast cancer and lymphedema. The Pink Tent is a Durable Medical Equipment Place of Service and provides post-surgical wear to help women regain their self-confidence and feel good in their bodies, especially after a life-changing surgery.Visit thepinktentmt.com

Welcome to the Mostly Mom podcast, where we have conversations about being a mom and all the other things we do along the way that make us who we are. Hi, I'm Kristen Schelvan. While my days are filled with many roles and responsibilities, "mostly mom" is my favorite title. I think normal moms have the best stories, but they don't usually get to share them. I'd like to take some time to sit down with a fellow mom to discuss the good and the hard, the joy and the sorrow, what we are facing in our current season of motherhood, and lessons we have learned along the way. I hope you are encouraged, challenged and inspired by these conversations.