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“I’ve finally found a way to make folding laundry enjoyable… listening to Power of Moms podcasts while I tackle those mountains of clothes! It makes the time fly by and makes matching up socks a pleasure (ok, perhaps I wouldn’t go that far). I just wanted to say thanks for all you are doing.”

–Jeanette Millward

Just a few weeks ago I started listening to the podcasts and they are encouraging, motivating, give great ideas and information, help me have more confidence in my abilities as a mom, and most importantly (to me) they help me not be so hard on myself and to lose the guilt. I have realized I’m not alone in my feelings about various aspects of motherhood – during podcasts things are expressed and my jaw literally drops that there is another mother out there has a similar feeling about something. Keep the podcasts coming!” 

–Shannon Bryant

Enjoy all the free podcasts offered below and check out the Deliberate Mothering Podcasts by Linda Eyre and her daughters as well if you like.

All podcasts are also offered through iTunes.

 

Celebrate YOUR Strengths - Episode 34

Celebrate YOUR Strengths – Episode 34

April’s recent article, Your Children Want YOU, struck a serious chord with moms. In the last few days, over a million mothers have read and shared it. In this podcast, Saren and April, the founders of The Power of Moms, discuss thoughts on why this post went viral and what moms can to do avoid the “compare snare” and celebrate the unique strengths...
Becoming REALLY Rockin' Mums - Episode 33

Becoming REALLY Rockin’ Mums – Episode 33

Come join April Perry in a fun and meaningful discussion with Sarah Osmotherly--where we discuss why we need social time with other mothers, what we loved about our experience at the Retreat, and what we can do to become really rockin' mums.
Discovering Your Passions - Episode 32

Discovering Your Passions – Episode 32

Do you have a passion that inspires you to get out of bed in the morning? Join us for our first international podcast, featuring Saren, April, and four powerful mums from Australia.
Patience with Teenagers - Episode 31

Patience with Teenagers – Episode 31

California Mother of the Year 2012, Beverly Nelson, mothered 11 teenagers. She calls them "baby adults" and in this podcast, she and Caryn Payzant discuss the tactics she used to maintain patience and instill values in her teenagers.
Parenting Children with Special Needs - Episode 30

Parenting Children with Special Needs – Episode 30

In this podcast April Perry with Mary Jenkins discuss how The Power of Moms has helped create more structure in her family. She also talks about her favorite resources for children with autism, and provides encouragement for other mothers as well.
Raising Global Children - Episode 29

Raising Global Children – Episode 29

How do we raise children who feel at home in the world? How do we create homes full of rich traditions, fun (and educational) discussions, and exciting new experiences that build character and compassion? This podcast will show you how.
Love is the Answer - Episode 28

Love is the Answer – Episode 28

Isn't love the most important element of discipline and conflict resolution? This 20-minute podcast offers lots of stories and methods for making love the key ingredient in our discipline strategies with our children and our resolution of issues with our spouses and friends.
I Love You Rituals - Episode 27

I Love You Rituals – Episode 27

Donna West is affectionately known as "Gaming Grandma"; her most prominent "I love you ritual" is playing games with her children and grandchildren. Listen to this podcast about the benefits of this important ritual.
What to Accept About Our Children - Episode 26

What to Accept About Our Children – Episode 26

What if your habits, preferences, or ideas clash with a child's? How do you decide when to accept that particular behavior of theirs (even if it conflicts with yours) and when to try to change that behavior?
When Motherhood Doesn't Turn Out as Planned - Part 2 - Episode 25

When Motherhood Doesn’t Turn Out as Planned – Part 2 – Episode 25

We all know that motherhood is the best improv show out there.  And things rarely turn out as planned. So in the midst of all the chaos and unmet expectations, how can The Power of Acceptance influence us as wives and mothers? What specific things can we do to become healthier, happier women?  When a...
When Motherhood Doesn't Turn Out as Planned - Part 1 - Episode 24

When Motherhood Doesn’t Turn Out as Planned – Part 1 – Episode 24

Have you ever wondered how your reality ended up so far from your plans? Join Whitney Winter and April Perry in a lively chat where they share their best ideas and discover the power that comes from accepting the not-so-perfect parts of our lives.
Mothers ALWAYS Teach, Part 2 - Episode 23

Mothers ALWAYS Teach, Part 2 – Episode 23

How do you develop the confidence to teach your children well?  How do you help your children develop the characteristics that are important to a successful life?  And where do you start if you feel like you’re failing miserably? Join April Perry, Co-Director of The Power of Moms, and Tina Marantette, of www.raisingyourchildren.net, as they...
Mothers ALWAYS Teach, Part 1 - Episode 22

Mothers ALWAYS Teach, Part 1 – Episode 22

Whether consciously or not, mothers are always teaching their children. Join us in this podcast as we discuss ways to make great teaching in our homes a reality.
No Regrets - Episode 21

No Regrets – Episode 21

As moms, we wish each moment of our parenting lives could be picture perfect. But, there are always things that we wish we'd done differently. In this podcast, our guest, Karen Baker, discusses some ways she's found to keep her thoughts clear of regret.
Ever Feel Like "Just a Mom"? - Episode 20

Ever Feel Like “Just a Mom”? – Episode 20

Not everyone has the choice to be a stay-at-home mom, but for those who do, and for those who feel like everyone's asking them "what they do all day," here are some ideas from two moms who know that they are more than "just" a mom.
Building up...ourselves, our children, our spouses - Episode 19

Building up…ourselves, our children, our spouses – Episode 19

In this podcast, Saren Eyre Loosli and Tiffany Sowby discuss their ideas and practical advice for building up our families and creating a positive attitude in our homes. How can we concentrate on the good things? How do you keep your confidence up? How do you help your children see all the...
An Attitude of Gratitude - Episode 18

An Attitude of Gratitude – Episode 18

In this podcast episode, Caryn Payzant and Sara Sahagun discuss ways that we can keep an attitude of gratitude and teach our children about being grateful. Sara is a caring mother of three who recently experienced the loss of her husband. She gives wonderful advice about being grateful for what she has. Sara says, "Gratitude...
Stress-Free Traditions - Episode 16

Stress-Free Traditions – Episode 16

Sometimes it feels like implementing quality traditions into our homes is "just one more thing" to do. In this podcast, you'll be reminded that traditions don't have to be "big" or stressful in order to be magical.
Choosing Extracurricular Activities - Episode 15

Choosing Extracurricular Activities – Episode 15

Extracurricular Activities are fun and add dimension to a child's life. These activities are a great way to discover and develop talents; but if you aren't careful- they can take over!
Keeping Our Focus (Part 3: With Our Spouses) - Episode 14

Keeping Our Focus (Part 3: With Our Spouses) – Episode 14

Finding time with your spouse is not a simple feat. And once you find that time, how do we focus our time with our spouses?
Keeping Our Focus (Part 2: Time Alone) - Episode 13

Keeping Our Focus (Part 2: Time Alone) – Episode 13

Alone time is an important part of nurturing the person inside the mom, but how do we make sure that we are accomplishing what's most important during that time?
Keeping Our Focus (Part 1: With Our Children) - Episode 12

Keeping Our Focus (Part 1: With Our Children) – Episode 12

Do you want to be sure that the time you spend with your children is quality time? Whatever the ages and stages of our children, our time together matters.
Expectations in Marriage - Episode 11

Expectations in Marriage – Episode 11

Join Power of Moms Co-Director, April Perry, and her husband, Eric, as they discuss powerful principles for building a strong family on a strong marriage.
Finding Balance in Our Sometimes-Frazzled Lives - Episode 10

Finding Balance in Our Sometimes-Frazzled Lives – Episode 10

  Ever find yourself saying, “There isn’t enough of me to go around” or “I just can’t fit one more thing into this day” or “I’m feeling so frazzled right now”?  Having time in each day to do all the things you want to do to be a great mom is a huge balancing act. ...
Bringing Back Your "Mojo" - Episode 9

Bringing Back Your “Mojo” – Episode 9

Do you ever feel empty, unsatisfied, or like something is missing? Do you feel guilty because you have a good life, but you are always looking for more? Are you under the impression that being a mom should fill and complete you . . . but it doesn’t? That’s okay! You’re in good company. After...
Will YOU Dare to Dream? - Episode 8

Will YOU Dare to Dream? – Episode 8

Today I had the privilege of podcasting with Whitney Johnson, a talented mother of two and the inspiration behind the blog, “Dare to Dream.”  I feel so inspired from the experience, and I’m excited to share our conversation. Do you feel like nurturing your talents is nearly impossible if you’re simultaneously trying to be a...
How to Keep from "Losing It" - Episode 7

How to Keep from “Losing It” – Episode 7

Cookies in the milk jug, tantrums at the grocery store, strong personalities you wish you could control . . . . It feels nearly impossible sometimes to keep your wits about you when everything seems to be going wrong. In this podcast, we’ll discuss questions like the following: “What defines patience?” “Is anger a choice?”...
Practical Ways to Love our Families (and Ourselves) - Episode 6

Practical Ways to Love our Families (and Ourselves) – Episode 6

We all know that love is an important ingredient in any family, but how do you show love to yourself and your family members amidst all the thousands of things there are to do each day? Here's a podcast where we talk about ways to create a loving home. environment.
I'm Good Enough, I'm Smart Enough - Episode 5

I’m Good Enough, I’m Smart Enough – Episode 5

Does your situation, family, house, or life ever drive you crazy? Do you ever feel sub-par, behind the game, or like you’ll never “arrive”? Throughout the month of January, The Power of Moms is focusing on The Power of Acceptance–accepting ourselves, our family members, and our life situations.  This also includes having realistic expectations and...
Seeing Need - Episode 4

Seeing Need – Episode 4

Hello! I’m Alia, April Perry’s daughter.  In this podcast, we will be talking about Seeing Need. My sister (Grace), my mom (April), and I will explain the basic things about it. Seeing Need is VERY simple.  All you need is somewhere to record points, ways to receive the points, and fun rewards from the points....
Managing Time Online - Episode 3

Managing Time Online – Episode 3

My children are dancing around me in the kitchen, anxious to go out to Chuck E. Cheese, and I am typing on my computer, trying to finish “just one more thing.”  For many moms in this digital age, balancing on and off-line relationships, work, and activities can be a challenge. How can we let the...
S.M.A.R.T. Goals - Episode 2

S.M.A.R.T. Goals – Episode 2

Do you know what a S.M.A.R.T. Goal is?  Using the letters of the word SMART, you can see what we are talking about: S = SPECIFIC–Pick a goal that is something you can “pin down.” M = MEASURABLE–You’ve got to have a way to measure your progress or you will never feel like you’ve accomplished...
Picking Your Priorities - Episode 1

Picking Your Priorities – Episode 1

Do you ever feel like there are too many choices regarding how to spend your time? Would you like some practical ideas and inspiration to help you live a life that emphasizes the things that matter most in your life? Join Saren Eyre Loosli, April Perry, Allyson Reynolds, and Kelly King Anderson in a fun...