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Made to Mother

Join Tess & Carissa, two faith-filled moms navigating the mess and magic of motherhood with humor and heart. From prayer-filled meltdowns to laugh-out-loud parenting fails, we’re keeping it real—and relying on God’s grace along the way! 🎙️

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34. Life Lately: Pregnancy, Loss, and New Beginnings 💛

Made to Mother ·

2025/07/16

his week on Made to Mother, we're keeping it real and catching you up on all the things. Tess shares about her current pregnancy and navigating Hyperemesis Gravidarum (again), and Carissa opens up about experiencing another miscarriage around Mother's Day. We also chat about moving, life changes, and the excitement (and chaos) of building our new podcast studio! No script, just two friends talking through the highs and lows of this season. 💬✨💬 We want to hear from you!Have a story,

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33: Wait....You Googled What?

Made to Mother ·

2025/07/09

This week on Made to Mother, Tess and Carissa dive into some of the most common (and hilarious) things moms have googled 🤯. From "Is it okay if the dog licks the baby?" to "What temperature is actually a fever?" this episode is full of real talk, relatable moments, and plenty of laughs.We had so much fun with this one and we know you will too! What’s the funniest or weirdest thing you’ve googled as a mom? Let us know — we’d love to hear it! 💬💬 We want to hear from you!Have a

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00:38:57

Scriptures That Strengthen Us in Motherhood 📖💛

Made to Mother ·

2025/06/25

This week on Made to Mother, we shared some of our favorite scriptures that have encouraged us in hard seasons of motherhood—and we were so touched to include some of your favorites too! Whether you’re in the thick of sleepless nights, navigating the unknowns, or just feeling worn down, this episode is a reminder that Christ is always near. We talked about the power of God’s Word to lift us, the comfort of knowing He extends His hand to us again and again, and how we can lean into His strength when

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00:44:06

Why Moms Need Hobbies with Andi Smiley 🎨🌿📚

Made to Mother ·

2025/06/18

In this episode of Made to Mother, we’re joined by the lovely Andi Smiley to dive into a topic that often gets overlooked in motherhood: hobbies. A few weeks ago, we chatted about side hustles and the value of extra income—but today, we’re shifting gears and talking about the things we do just for joy.Andi opens up about how podcasting started as a fun creative outlet for her—a hobby that brought life and excitement into her everyday routine. But now that it’s grown into a side hustle, she’s had to

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00:50:09

30: Rom-Coms & Reddit Drama: AITA-Hole or Not?

Made to Mother ·

2025/06/11

In this laugh-out-loud episode of Made to Mother, we dive into one of our all-time favorite romantic comedy books that hilariously kicks off with a Reddit-style "Am I the A-hole?" post. 💬📚 That got us thinking… so we jumped on Reddit and found some real AITA threads to read and react to—and let’s just say, we were crying laughing. 😂🙈 From petty drama to surprisingly deep moments, this episode is packed with humor, hot takes, and some unfiltered fun. We had an absolute blast and think

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29: Our Birth Stories — Hospital, Home & the Heart of...

Made to Mother ·

2025/06/04

In this heartfelt episode, we open up and share our personal birth stories—some hospital hospital, one home. With vulnerability and honesty, we walk through what each experience looked like for us, not to give advice or sway decisions, but simply to offer our stories as part of the beautiful and diverse journey of motherhood.We also dive into the unexpected spiritual layers of birth, including how the pain, surrender, and love involved in labor reflect the power and depth of the Atonement. It’s a

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01:04:07

28: What to Expect—and What No One Told Us—About...

Made to Mother ·

2025/05/22

In this heartfelt episode of Made to Mother, we dive into the real and raw sides of pregnancy—the things we thought we knew and the surprises no one warned us about. From expected morning sickness and ultrasounds to unexpected emotional waves and body changes, we’re sharing it all. 🤰We also hear from you, our amazing listeners, as you share what caught you off guard during pregnancy—from strange cravings to emotional ups and downs, and even unexpected moments of joy.Whether you're expecting,

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00:37:28

27: Embracing Femininity & Faith in Marriage with...

Made to Mother ·

2025/05/14

In this episode, we sit down with Cara Nitz, a certified marriage coach with a heart for helping couples build strong, faith-centered relationships. Cara shares her insights on what it truly means to embrace femininity within marriage, and how understanding the natural balance between masculine and feminine roles can bring more harmony, connection, and purpose into your relationship. We also explore how these dynamics play a vital role in drawing closer to God as a couple, and how spiritual growth

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00:44:39

26: Joyful Routines & Productive Rhythms

Made to Mother ·

2025/05/07

In this fun and practical episode, Tess and Carissa share the everyday habits that help bring peace and productivity to their lives—from “closing the kitchen” at night to adding fun to to-do lists and listening to audiobooks during chores. These ideas may or may not work for everyone, but they're here to spark inspiration and offer a few gentle suggestions for making your days flow with a little more ease and joy.

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00:42:46

25: Childlike Hearts, Christlike Lives

Made to Mother ·

2025/04/30

In this heartfelt episode, we explore the Christlike qualities children naturally embody—humility, trust, joy, and dependence—and what they teach us about following Jesus with sincerity and simplicity. Drawing from Scripture and real-life experiences, we discuss why Jesus told us to become like little children to enter the Kingdom of God. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or simply someone seeking a deeper spiritual walk, this conversation invites you to strip away complexity and return to the

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00:54:33

24: Kids Gone Wild: Listener Stories That Had Us...

Made to Mother ·

2025/04/23

In this laugh-out-loud episode, Tess and Carissa share some of the funniest stories from their listeners about the unpredictable, hilarious, and occasionally heart-melting things kids do. From snack-time drama to unexpected toddler truths, this episode is packed with moments that had us cracking up. There's a chance one of these stories might even be yours—so listen closely! Whether you're a parent or just love a good giggle, this one’s guaranteed to brighten your day.Also don't forget

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00:51:49

23: Christ Centered Easter; and traditions around the...

Made to Mother ·

2025/04/16

In this heartfelt Easter episode of Made to Mother, we take a step back from the candy and bunnies to refocus on the true meaning of the season—Christ’s resurrection and the hope it brings. We explore simple and intentional ways to center your family’s Easter celebrations on Jesus, from meaningful traditions to quiet moments of reflection.But that’s not all—we also take a journey around the globe to discover how other countries honor the resurrection. From the reverent blessings of Easter baskets in

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22: Miscarriages, Loss, and Grief with special guest...

Made to Mother ·

2025/04/09

In this episode, we welcomed Amy Watson, a certified grief, miscarriage, stillbirth, and Pregnancy After Loss (PAL) coach, to answer listener questions. We discussed how to manage anxiety during a subsequent pregnancy, rebuild friendships after a loss, and recognize the different ways people grieve. Our guest also shared valuable advice on practicing self-compassion through grief. This episode offers comforting insights for anyone navigating loss or supporting those who are.Follow Amy Watson on

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21: The Origin of Made to Mother and Cultivating...

Made to Mother ·

2025/04/02

In this episode of Made to Mother, we dive into the heart of what it means to truly connect with the people around us—whether they’re fellow moms, friends, or potential new relationships. We share the journey of how our podcast came to life, how it’s evolved into a space for honest conversations about motherhood, and how it has fostered a sense of community among listeners.We also explore the art of making deeper, more meaningful friendships in the midst of busy lives. From vulnerability to shared

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00:44:02

20: Mom Side Hustles!

Made to Mother ·

2025/03/26

Wanting to start a side hustle? We reached out to our listeners to tell us what they do to make a little extra cash. Join us for this episode for some fun side hustle ideas whether you need a job or just want to do a side business for fun, this is the episode for you! Tess and Carissa love talking about starting business about things you are passionate about! You can do anything you put your mind to mama! Also don't forget to check out Walli phone cases! Use TESS10 for 10% your oder. Click

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00:54:50

19: That's debatable; syrup in the fridge or in the...

Made to Mother ·

2025/03/19

Join us for this lighthearted fun episode where we get to know Tess and Carissa on a different level. Do they cut their sandwiches diagonally or straight? Or does it matter? Tune in for laughs, and a great time! We hope you feel like you are here with us! Walli Case Link! Use code TESS10 for 10% off! They are the best phone cases. Check out out instagram: Madeto.mother

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18: Miscarriages

Made to Mother ·

2025/03/12

This is a sensitive episode diving into the grief and the loss Tess and Carissa experienced with their miscarriages this year. Listen to this episode for heartfelt truths about miscarriages and the beautiful, ugly, and raw emotions that they experienced. Every grief journey is beautiful and individual. This episode was recorded to help others grieve, find ideas of how to grieve, give perspective to those who have not experienced miscarriages, and how to serve those going through miscarriages

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00:46:35

17: Made to Father: Getting to know our husbands Part 2

Made to Mother ·

2025/03/06

Join us on this part 2 episode where we continue to ask insightful and fun questions about fatherhood to husbands' Jaren (Tess's husband) and Drew (Carissa'a husband). Learn dad hacks, that you may or may not want to incorporate in your life, stay tuned, and about how their view of God has changed since becoming a parent. A fun way to see more into fatherhood and appreciate marriage as the partnership it is! After all, they were made to father! ANNOUCEMENT: Join us for a "Lucky

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16: Made to Father Part 1: Get to know our husbands!

Made to Mother ·

2025/02/28

That's right you heard us right! Made to Father! Join us for this episode for a fun conversation and questions about fatherhood. In this two part series you will get to know Jaren (Tess's husband) and Andrew (Carissa's husband) as they answer questions about fatherhood. A fun lighthearted and meaningful episode where we talk about how we first met, first impressions and more. Have any questions you would like to ask them in our part 2? Send us a message!

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00:33:33

15: Worst First Date Stories Ever!

Made to Mother ·

2025/02/05

In this episode, we’re diving into some of the wildest and most cringe-worthy first date stories sent in by our listeners! 😬 Tess and Carissa share their own hilarious (and sometimes disastrous) first date experiences, along with a few unforgettable tales from you all. From awkward moments to total date fails, we’re spilling the tea on what can go wrong when you're trying to make a good impression. Tune in for laughs, jaw-dropping stories, and a whole lot of "I can’t believe that happened!"

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