Burnt Pancakes: Momversations | Conversations for Imperfect Moms, Chats About Mom Life & Interviews with Real Mamas

In this episode I'm having a real and honest conversation about something that often gets quietly debated in motherhood: the pros and cons of being a stay-at-home mom versus being a working mom.
So many moms feel pressure to defend their choice or explain why their path is the “right” one. But the truth is, there isn’t one right way to do motherhood. Every family is different, every season looks different, and every decision comes with both beautiful rewards and real challenges.
I shares my own experience of working outside the home before transitioning into stay-at-home motherhood and the surprising identity shift that came with it. From the flexibility and presence that staying home can provide to the isolation and loss of professional identity that can sometimes follow, I talk openly about the parts people don’t always say out loud.
I also dive into the realities of working motherhood. While maintaining a career can bring financial independence, personal fulfillment, and adult connection, it can also come with constant mental juggling, logistical stress, and the familiar feeling of mom guilt.
This episode isn’t about deciding which path is better. It’s about recognizing the trade-offs, extending empathy to one another, and letting go of the comparison trap that so many moms fall into.
Because whether you stay home, work outside the home, or find yourself somewhere in between, motherhood is full of complex emotions that deserve honest conversations.
In this episode, we talk about:
• Katie’s transition from working outside the home to becoming a stay-at-home mom
 • The emotional and identity shifts that can happen when leaving a career
 • The biggest benefits of being a stay-at-home mom, including flexibility and presence
 • The hidden challenges of staying home, such as isolation and lack of recognition
 • The empowering aspects of working motherhood
 • The realities and pressures working moms often face
 • The comparison trap between stay-at-home moms and working moms
 • Why every choice in motherhood comes with trade-offs
 • How seasons of motherhood can change over time
If you’ve ever wondered whether you made the “right” choice for your family, or if you’ve felt the quiet pressure of comparison, this episode is a reminder that there is no one-size-fits-all version of motherhood.

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖  Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓  FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

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What does lasting love actually look like after decades together?
In this episode, I sit down with Jodie Howard to talk about what it really takes to build a relationship that lasts through life’s hardest seasons. Jodie shares the story of her 30+ year marriage and how she and her husband have navigated military deployments, parenting four children, raising a daughter with cerebral palsy, and growing as individuals while staying deeply connected as partners.
Jodie brings such an honest and refreshing perspective to marriage. Instead of pretending long relationships are easy, she talks about the intentional choices that keep love alive. From learning how to reconnect during stressful seasons to protecting emotional intimacy while raising kids, this conversation is full of wisdom for anyone who wants a relationship that grows stronger over time.
Jodie is also the co-host of Higher Love: The Podcast, where she and her husband share real conversations about relationships, parenting, and choosing love every day.
Whether you’ve been married for years, are in the thick of parenting, or simply hope to build a lasting relationship one day, this episode will leave you encouraged.
In This Episode We Talk About
• What it really means to “choose each other” every day in a long-term marriage
 • Navigating military life and deployments while staying emotionally connected
 • How parenting a child with special needs shaped their relationship and perspective on love
 • The importance of personal growth inside a relationship
 • How couples can avoid drifting into roommate mode
 • Raising children with large age gaps and the different seasons of parenting
 • What has helped their marriage stay strong after more than three decades together
 • Why intentional connection matters more than perfection in a relationship
Connect with Jodie Howard:
FB: Jodie Howard
IG: Essentiallyjodie
Amazon Bestselling Book: Choosing Each Other EveryDay- Heartfelt and Humorous Conversations on the Art of Marriage
Listen to Jodie on Higher Love Podcast where she shares deeper conversations about marriage, parenting, and long-term love.

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖  Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓  FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

Are you parenting… or just Googling your way through parenting?
A recent national poll found that 80% of parents with children ages 0–4 are turning to social media for advice on things like toilet training, sleep struggles, discipline, and nutrition. But instead of feeling more confident, many parents say they feel more confused.
In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I sit down with internationally respected parenting expert and bestselling author Naomi Aldort to talk about what it looks like to parent without all the digital noise.
Naomi is the author of Listen to Your Baby, a reassuring guide that helps parents build trust, reduce stress, and respond to their child’s cues with confidence instead of fear or reactivity.
And let me tell you — this conversation was not your typical parenting advice.
Instead of quick fixes or discipline scripts, Naomi shares a different approach rooted in connection, leadership, and trusting your instincts.
In this episode, we talk about:
Why so many parents feel overwhelmed by social media advice
How to rebuild confidence in your own parenting instincts
3 things to do when a toddler bites or hits
A fresh perspective on teaching “good” behavior without shaming or labeling
What’s really happening when your child won’t listen — and how to respond differently
Unique techniques for handling sibling fighting that move beyond punishment or forced apologies
One of the most powerful parts of this conversation was Naomi’s perspective on sibling conflict and those “in one ear and out the other” moments. Instead of escalating or repeating ourselves endlessly, she shares alternative strategies that focus on emotional regulation and respectful leadership — techniques that may feel different from what many of us grew up with.
Connect with Naomi: 
Website: naomialdort.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/naomi.aldort
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCiLySbWwzwoeNzBg8ZhdPew
Books: Listen to your Baby - 

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖 Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓 FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

Two years ago, Sarah Parise joined me to talk about postpartum depression, mom guilt, anxiety, and the messy transition into motherhood.
And today? She’s back.
In this episode, we catch up on what’s changed in her motherhood journey, what self-care looks like in this season of life, and why so many moms are still running on empty.
Sarah is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, wellness specialist, yoga instructor, business owner, and mom who is passionate about helping women take care of themselves in a way that actually fits into real life. No overhauls. No extremes. No guilt.
She’s launching something new called The 2% Club — a completely free beta wellness space for moms who want to prioritize their health without giving up the things they love or spending hours in the gym.
We talk about:
Why “all or nothing” thinking keeps moms stuck
The real reason self-care feels so hard
How just 2% of your day can change your mindset
What quick 10 to 15 minute workouts actually do for your energy
A realistic approach to meal planning and prep
How to stay consistent when life feels chaotic
What moms can expect inside The 2% Club
If you’ve ever felt like you’ve failed at every wellness routine you’ve tried… this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air.
Because taking care of yourself should not require sacrificing yourself.
Connect with Sarah Parise:
The 2% Club: Sign-Up for FREE Today: 
https://greatdaysbysarah.com/theclub

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatdaysbysarah/

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖  Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓  FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.

If you are raising boys, you already know life is never boring. It is loud, messy, chaotic, and somehow always sticky. In today’s episode, Katie shares the hilarious story of the mystery smell that took over her house and how it all led back to one very suspicious backpack.
From fermented milk cartons to random pocket treasures, we are talking about the everyday chaos that comes with raising boys. This episode is full of funny boy mom moments, relatable parenting struggles, and the sweet reminders that even in the madness, these boys are pure joy.
Katie also shares a Listener Mail segment featuring real boy mom stories submitted by listeners, proving once again that we are all living the same life.
In This Episode, We Talk About:
The mystery smell in the house and the backpack discovery
Why boy backpacks should come with warning labels
The strange things boys collect and carry around
The nonstop noise and why silence is terrifying
Boy humor and why they think everything is hilarious
How boys can be both indestructible and dramatic
Listener Mail boy mom stories that will make you laugh out loud
The sweet side of raising boys and why it is worth every messy moment

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

You can find Katie at:
website: burntpancakes.com
YouTube: @burnt.pancakes
Instagram: @burntpancakeswithkatie
Email: [email protected]

🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽

☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here
💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE
📖  Potty Training E-Book HERE
🆓  FREE potty training resources HERE
Instagram: @itspottytime
Tiktok: @itspottytime_

Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.