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Motherhood Made Simple

Micaela Meister

This is the ultimate podcast for Christian stay-at-home moms of toddlers looking to thrive in motherhood. I’m not going to tell you motherhood should feel easy, but there are so many aspects we can simplify to find more peace and more joy in motherhood. You don’t have to feel burdened, overwhelmed and stressed out in motherhood. As a Christian mom, you don’t have to do this on your own strength. I’m Micaela, a mom of three, here to help you simplify your home, find practical tips for parenting

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All Episodes

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36 | Approach baby sleep with confidence - Mindset...

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/06/30

Baby sleep can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to steal your peace. In this episode, I’m sharing nine mindset shifts that have helped me approach baby sleep with confidence—through the newborn stage, first year, and beyond.I’ll walk you through how my approach to baby sleep changes as they grow, how I stay flexible while prioritizing rest for all of us, and why mindset matters just as much as method. If you're feeling unsure, exhausted, or just wondering what’s “normal,” I hope this episode

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35 | Why I keep my due date private in pregnancy

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/06/23

In this episode, I’m sharing why I’ve chosen to keep my due date private during pregnancy—and why you might want to consider it too. From protecting your privacy to reducing pressure as the big day approaches, keeping your due date to yourself can bring more peace and patience in those final weeks.I’ll talk about how this decision has helped me enjoy a more calm and intentional pregnancy, and how you can confidently navigate conversations without oversharing. Whether you’re expecting your first

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34 | Having a baby? Here's how to prepare for a...

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2025/06/16

Are you almost ready to have a baby but wondering what do I actually need to prepare for postpartum? In today’s episode, we’re chatting all things postpartum and how to prepare in a way that brings more peace, rest, and joy into those early newborn days. Whether you’re a first-time mom or preparing for baby number four like me, this conversation will help you feel more confident and less overwhelmed.I’ll walk you through practical tips and postpartum essentials—from what to stock up on, how to talk

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33 | Giving birth at home? How to prepare for...

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2025/06/09

Thinking about giving birth at home? Let's talk about how to prepare for a home birth. I’ll walk you through how to prepare your mind for a peaceful birth, how to support your body through pregnancy and labor, and how we’re setting up our home birth space for comfort and calm.Whether you're planning your first home birth or just exploring natural birth options, this episode will give you a simple approach full of practical tips for birth at home. LINKS Ina May's Guide to Childbirth (my fave birth

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32 | Should I give birth at home? Why I choose homebirth

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/06/02

Considering a homebirth? Today, I’m sharing why I choose to give birth at home instead of in a hospital. I’ll walk you through 6 practical reasons that led to this decision.We'll go over what it means to give birth at home with a homebirth midwife, the cost of homebirth, the mess, how to get your husband on board and why I feel confident this is a safe way to meet my baby. Whether you're curious about home birth, considering natural birth options, or just want a behind-the-scenes look at what this

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31 | How to transition from one to two or two to...

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/05/26

Having a second baby? Maybe your third? This episode is all about adding a child - navigating big emotions (both yours and your toddlers'), practical tips for toddlers getting a sibbling and my experience with adding a second child vs adding a third child. EMAIL ME hello@micaela.ca CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:50 You've got this! 03:27 Navigating your own emotions 05:37 Helping your toddler transition 09:42 Prepare for postpartum 12:12 Baby #2 & Baby #3 differences and similarities 18:55 Final

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30 | Thinking about blogging? Here's why you should...

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/05/22

Have you been putting off starting your Blog or another creative outlet? For years, I told myself I didn't have time to blog or that I didn't know how to start a blog. But really, I was afraid. I let insecurities hold me back from pursuing my God-given dreams.If you desire to write or create content to encourage the world, there's a good chance this is a call God has placed on your life and you need to be obedient! I'm sharing 5 reasons to start your blog today along with some encouragement for

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29 | spiritual disciplines for busy moms of toddlers

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2025/05/19

Are you struggling to make time to read the bible or make time for God as a busy mom of toddlers? I'm sharing some spiritual disciplines working for me right now as a toddler mom along with some tips if you're looking to make a change.LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ 💻EMAIL ME💻 hello@micaela.ca CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:51 Podcast update 02:37 Reading the bible as a busy mom 03:42 What's working for me 16:51 Areas I want to grow in 19:43 Where should you

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28 | Struggling to pray for your toddler? Pray THIS.

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/05/15

Calling all praying mamas! If you're trying to figure out how to pray for your children or what to pray at your toddler's bedtime, I'm here to share some of my favourite prayers for your baby and toddler. We cover prayers for your baby in the womb, prayers for new parents and what I pray now with toddlers. There is no wrong way to pray. I hope this episode will bless you and encourage you to bring your sweet children before God!LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ

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27 | Reclaim your joy in motherhood with these...

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/05/12

I really love motherhood. I used to be afraid to tell you that because I was worried it would end. I was worried adding a second child or a surprise pregnancy or three kids under three would put an end to my beautiful life and make me miss my child-free days. But I’m tired of hiding it. I LOVE being a mom, and enjoying motherhood is a gift I don’t want to keep to myself. Today I’m sharing 10 thoughts that help me enjoy my days as a mom in hopes to encourage you and help you rewire some of the

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26 | Natural Family Planning how to get started & tips

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/05/08

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25 | Feeling disconnected? Here's how to serve your...

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/05/05

Today we’re talking marriage with toddlers and 12 ways to serve your husband even with little kids at home. These are some of my best tips for a successful marriage after kids to keep you communicating with your husband and showing him love. We’ll cover ideas like greeting him at the door, a better way to ask about his day, praying for your husband, what to text while he’s at work and so much more. LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ 📝EPISODE TRANSCRIPT📝

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24 | What I wish I knew before I got pregnant the...

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/05/01

In a more fun and lighthearted episode, I'm sharing what I wish I knew about pregnancy before getting pregnant the first time. Hopefully this list will make you giggle or find something to relate to whether you are a first time mom, or pregnant with your fourth like me! We touch on pregnancy ultrasounds, medical care here in Ontario, big emotions in pregnancy and my #1 tip for enjoying birth. What surprised you about pregnancy? Share your thoughts in the comments, or send me an email

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23 | Hope when motherhood is hard

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/04/28

This episode is for the mama who’s feeling tired, overwhelmed, and guilty for not loving every minute of raising toddlers. We’ll unpack my beef with the "motherhood is hard" narrative and go over a few small steps you can take to find joy when stay-at-home-mom-life feels overwhelming. Life may be anything but picture-perfect, but I hope you’ll leave this one feeling seen, encouraged, and reminded that hard doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong and you will find joy again!LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR

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22 | Baby #4 Q&A

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/04/24

We're getting ready to have four kids under four! Today I'm answering all things baby #4. Do we believe in birth control? Are we finding out the gender? What do we drive? How do I survive pregnancy with 3 toddlers? I'm answering these and more today. If you want to submit a question or respond to today's episode, I would LOVE to hear from you! Email me at hello@micaela.ca or leave a comment if the platform allows. LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ 📝EPISODE

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21 | 10 baby items you DON'T need & my minimalist...

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/04/21

As a first-time mom, I felt the pressure to buy everything for my baby. But now that I'm expecting baby #4, I'm here to tell you you really don’t need it all. Some items are just a waste of space and money! I'm sharing 10 baby items you can leave off your minimalist baby registry along with my top recommendations for baby sleep, baby feeding, baby gear, baby toys and more. If you're a mom on a budget googling "what do I ACTUALLY need on my baby registry?" you're going to love this encouraging

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20 | Toddler quiet time tips

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/04/17

Quiet time is an essential part of our daily routine! We all need a rest during the day, whether my toddlers admit it or not. I'm sharing my best tips for implementing quiet time, how to respond when your toddler refuses to nap and tips to foster independent play even during the hours everyone is awake.LINKS VISUAL TIMER WE USE https://amzn.to/4l57O1l 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ 📝EPISODE TRANSCRIPT📝 micaela/ca/podcast/020 💻EMAIL

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19 | First trimester survival guide from a fourth...

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/04/14

Surprise! I'm pregnant with my fourth baby! I thought I would share the news along with my best pregnancy tips for surviving the first trimester. If you're pregnant too and being plagued by nausea, fatigue and food aversions, I hope these tips will bless you. I've had all my kids 15 months apart, and I can honestly say my third and fourth pregnancies have been the smoothest so far. LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ 📝EPISODE

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18 | Two under two pros and cons - our positive...

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/04/10

About a year ago, my search history looked like this: “Pros and cons of the 15-month age gap?” “What is the best age gap?” “Two under two tips” "Should I have my kids close in age?" It feels surreal being on the other side of the transition and able to share my own experience as a two-under-two mom. Spoiler alert - we love our small age gap! If you're looking for a positive perspective on two under two and the 15 month age gap, this is it! I'm sharing both pros and cons, but in my opinion, the pros

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17 | How to read more books as a mom of toddlers &...

Motherhood Made Simple ·

2025/04/07

If you’ve been trying to figure out how to make time to read as a busy mom, look no further! As an avid reader averaging 8-10 books per month (even as a mom of three) I’m sharing my best tips and tricks to find time to read. I’m sharing what I read, my personal conviction about fiction books as a Christian mom and why I love reading on Kindle. I know, I know. It’s hard to take the plunge and switch to Kindle, but if you’ve been wondering, “should I get a kindle?” I’m here with a confident

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