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Elevating Motherhood

Lori Beth Auldridge

Elevating Motherhood is for moms who want to build strong, intentional homes and raise confident kids. Through conversations with authors, experts, and fellow mothers, you’ll gain practical tools, fresh perspective, and encouragement for everyday family life. Each episode helps you move from overwhelm to clarity as you learn how to nurture your children, shape family culture, and mother with greater confidence and purpose. Show Notes -> www.elevatingmotherhood.com Connect ->

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193. Getting Off the Struggle Bus: Resilience in...

Elevating Motherhood ·

2026/04/26

Motherhood has a way of stretching you in ways you never planned for—and sometimes, it asks more of you than you ever thought you could give.Today’s conversation is with Amy Suzanne Upchurch, founder and CEO of Pink Stork, a women-owned company supporting moms in every season of their journey. But beyond her work, Amy is a wife and a mother of six whose story includes infertility, severe morning sickness, a life-threatening health scare, military deployments, and now raising her youngest son,

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00:48:47

192. Placenta Encapsulation: What Moms Need to Know...

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2026/04/11

At one of my appointments, my OB told me placenta encapsulation wasn't "scientifically proven." Not long after that, I saw her share something on her social media page that felt very...dismissive. And I remember thinking, there has to be more to this conversation. Because I know thoughtful, intentional moms who are considering placenta encapsulation. And there are women who have already made this choice and don't feel silly or naive about it. So today we're opening up a

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00:54:11

191. Teach Your Children Well: Restaurant Manners

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2026/04/04

If you’re trying to build a family culture where eating out feels peaceful, connected, and screen-free—but aren’t sure how to get there—this episode is for you. We’re a family of foodies…plus we travel a lot. Based on those two things alone, we end up eating out often. Almost every single time we eat out with our now 12, 10, 9, and 4 year old, we get complimented on the behavior of our children. I’m notsaying that to brag. I’m saying it because it signaled something for me…according to many servers

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00:42:58

189. What God Says About You with Hosanna Wong |...

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2026/03/28

If you don’t tell your children who they are… the world will.Every day, our kids are absorbing messages about their worth, their identity, their value. And if we’re not intentional, those voices can get louder than the truth.Today on Elevating Motherhood, I’m joined by HosannaWong — international speaker, spoken word artist widely known for piece “I Have A New Name,” and bestselling author of How (Not) to Save the World , Uncomplicate It, and You Are More Than You’ve Been Told.We’re talking about

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01:30:01

188. Choosing a Dry House: Sobriety & Parenting with...

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2026/03/14

Get Chris’s Book Here: https://amzn.to/4skTgxs What if the most counter-cultural decision you make as a parent… has nothing to do with screen time or schooling and everything to do with alcohol?Today’s conversation is honest. It’s tender. And it’s needed.I’m joined by Chris Janssen to talk about her USA Today bestselling book, Grace Yourself...and about something many families quietly navigate but rarely discuss: hidden or silent struggles with alcohol.Chris shares her own story of recognizing

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00:44:55

187. The Lost Art of Letter Writing | Amy Daughters

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2026/03/07

When was the last time you received a handwritten letter?Not a text. Not an email. Not a quick DM.An actual letter. Written by hand. Just for you.There is something almost rebellious about that kind of connection now — slow, intentional, non-intrusive… and requiring just enough effort to mean something.Today on Elevating Motherhood, I’m joined by Amy Daughters — keynote speaker, sports journalist, satirist, and the award-winning author of Dear Dana: That Time I Went Crazy and Wrote All 580 of My

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00:51:00

186. How to Love Your Morning with Jennifer Dukes Lee...

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2026/02/28

Bestselling author Jennifer Dukes Lee joins me to talk about her new book How to Love Your Morning and how to create a faith-filled morning routine that actually works for real-life moms. If you long to wake up with hope, purpose, and rhythms rooted in God’s mercies, this conversation will change the way you start your day.Have you ever noticed how your entire day can beshaped before your feet even hit the floor?Mornings can feel rushed, chaotic, and chore heavy— especially in a full season of

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00:21:34

185. A Bible for Dyslexia and ADHD: Making Scripture...

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2026/02/21

If you’ve ever wanted to read the Bible more consistently but struggled to stay focused — or if you have a child who getsfrustrated, distracted, or overwhelmed by reading — today’s episode is especially for you.In our last conversation, we talked about dyslexia for the first time on the show. And one of the questions that came up again and again was, What does support actually look like in everyday life? Not just in schoolwork — but in faith, too.Today, we’re continuing that conversation in an

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00:55:56

184. Dyslexia in Children: Signs, Questions, and What...

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2026/02/14

Dyslexia touches so many families. And so many of us quietly wonder if our own child might have dyslexia. My kid wrote a letter backwards…now what?For the first time on the Elevating Motherhood Podcast, we’re having a dedicated conversation about dyslexia — and while this is our first episode on the topic, it definitely won’t be the last. This is a conversation many moms are already having in their heads, often without clear answers or support.I’m joined today by Jen Parra, who brings clarity,

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00:55:28

183. Simplify Your Homeschool: Lessons from Carrie De...

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2026/02/10

Homeschooling is rewarding — but it can also feelmessy, overwhelming, and full of pressure. Choosing curricula, scheduling lessons, balancing priorities — it’s easy to feel like you’re drowning in decisions. It’s common for homeschool parents to question whether they are doing enough or even if they are doing it right. Today, I’m talking with Carrie De Francisco, author, podcaster, homeschool coach, and “retired” home educator. Carrie knows firsthand how chaotic homeschooling can feel, and she’s

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00:33:18

182. Why I Created a Homeschool Planning Retreat for...

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2026/02/05

SIGN UP FOR THE RETREAT HEREIn this episode, I’m sharing the heart behind the Elevating Homeschool Spring 2026 Retreat I’m hosting — why it exists, who it’s for, and what makes it different from other events.This retreat was created for homeschool moms who are doing the work, loving their kids, and showing up daily — but who need space to pause, reflect, and plan with intention. Not to hustle harder. Not to overhaul everything. Just to think clearly again.We talk about why planning matters, the

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01:04:43

181. Words Like Honey: Why the Way We Talk to Our...

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2026/01/25

Today’s conversation is a special one.I’m joined by Amy Hughes, author of Words Like Honey,a book that gently reminds us of the power our words carry, especially in our closest relationships. Amy writes with honesty and tenderness about how our speech shapes the atmosphere of our homes, the hearts of our children, and eventhe way we see ourselves. (And she does it in such a way that she doesn’t make moms feel like jerks when our words aren’t like honey).This isn’t a conversation about saying

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01:03:24

180. Marriage Transformed: A Story of Redemption with...

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2026/01/17

Last week, we began a conversation about marriage—not the highlight-reel version, but the honest, complicated, sometimes fragile reality that so many couples live inside of. And today, we’re continuing that conversation in a deeper way.Tim and Kathy Bush join me to share their story —a marriage that began on shaky ground and nearly ended in complete destruction. Their relationship was marked by infidelity, trauma, addiction, and secrets that stayed hidden for years. And yet, this is not a story that

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00:52:21

179. How to Speak Life to Your Husband (When All You...

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2026/01/10

Today’s episode might surprise you — especially if you’ve ever thought, “If my husband would just change, our marriage would be easier…” (You're not alone in this thought...)I’m sitting down with Ann Wilson, speaker, author, and co-host of FamilyLife Today, to talk about her latest book How toSpeak Life to Your Husband —a book born out of real-life frustration, honest mistakes, and a total shift in how she used her words at home. Ann doesn’t sugar-coat anything. She shows us how encouragement,

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00:29:36

178. 12 Things I’m Doing Differently Next Christmas

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2026/01/04

Every year December sneaks up on moms — the traditions, the sugar, the sickness, the parties, the pressure. This episode is all about what I’m doing differently next Christmas to create a calmer, healthier, more intentional holiday season for our family. From planning ahead and simplifying gifts to supporting our kids’ immune systems and downsizing expectations, I’m sharing practical changes that reduce stress, protect our peace, and let us actually enjoy Christmasagain. If you’ve ever

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00:59:06

177. The Children’s Literature Conversation Every...

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2025/11/08

This episode is a true meeting of the minds. Kiri Jorgensen and I both bring years of passion and experience in children’sliterature to the table—and this conversation might just change the way you see your family’s bookshelf.The world of children’s publishing has shifted dramatically over the past few decades. What once felt simple and safe is now layered with hidden social agendas and stories thatoften work against the virtues we’re trying to nurture in our kids.If you’ve ever been told that “as

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01:04:19

176. Toothpillow: How It Works, Why It Matters, & My...

Elevating Motherhood ·

2025/07/16

Guest: Brianna Reiser, Vice President of Experience at ToothpillowOverview: In this episode, we explore the incredible impact of Toothpillow, a comprehensive airway health program for kids, with Brianna Reiser—an experienced dental professional whose personal journey led her to this work. We dive into the “why” behind Toothpillow, how it works, and my personal experience using it with my daughter.In This Episode:Meet Brianna Reiser14+ years in dentistryLost her mother to sleep apnea, which led to

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00:51:36

175. Mouth Breathing: What Every Parent Needs to Know...

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2025/05/30

What if your child’s mouth breathing, restless sleep, or even focus issues weren’t behavioral—but biological?In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with a pediatric airway dentist to explore the critical (and often overlooked) role of airway health in childhood development. We talk about how things like tongue ties, narrow palates, and poor oral posture can impact sleep, behavior, and even long-term health—and why early intervention matters.If you’ve ever been told “they’ll grow out of it,” or felt

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00:55:21

174. The Kind of Decluttering That Actually...

Elevating Motherhood ·

2025/05/28

The Kind of Decluttering That Actually Lastswith Julia UbbengaJulia Ubbenga is a minimalist. I’m not.But I read her new book Declutter Your Heart and Your Home from cover to cover—and I was both challenged and changed.In this episode, we talk about what it really means to live with less—less clutter, less noise, less pressure—and how that can create more space for peace, purpose, and presence. We dive into the emotional side of decluttering, why stuff isn’t the real problem, and how simplifying your

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00:38:34

173. From Outrage to Understanding: My Unexpected...

Elevating Motherhood ·

2025/05/06

Mary Ruth Organics collaborated with the brand Liquid Death in a temporary collaboration for their nighttime formula. They released the "ad" on social media that included chainsawing clowns (murder) and dark imagery and messaging that really rocked the online space. The collaboration seemed to make zero sense for those of us who have been users of Mary Ruth's high quality vitamins and products for years. There was outrage--including from me. I left an unbecoming comment on MRO's IG post, I cancelled

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