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3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms

A podcast with 3 actionable takeaways in every 30-minute episode because you are a busy mom with a full schedule and an even fuller brain. Listen in to feel encouraged and inspired, as we learn together how to overcome overwhelm and find more peace and magic in motherhood. Hosted by Rachel Nielson, a mother, teacher, and writer.

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425: When PARENTING Doesn't Turn Out As Planned //...

3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms ·

2025/04/14

What happens when your child's story looks nothing like the one you had imagined? This heartfelt encore episode features my dear friend, Michelle Barrow—a mother of four and grandmother of six—who generously shares the wisdom she’s gained from raising teenagers and supporting her adult children through life’s unexpected twists.This conversation is a powerful companion to last week’s episode with author Jessica N. Turner on moving forward when life doesn’t turn out as planned. In this episode,

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36:34

424: When LIFE Doesn't Turn Out As Planned // Jessica...

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2025/04/07

When you were younger, did you imagine your life turning out a certain way? Maybe you thought you’d have a house full of children, a forever kind of love, or a career that lit you up. But what happens when the reality of your life looks nothing like the dream?In this heartfelt and hope-filled episode, I sit down with bestselling author Jessica N. Turner to talk about how to rise from life’s deepest disappointments and rebuild something beautiful. Jessica vulnerably shares her personal story of

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38:26

423: How to Parent a Strong-Willed Child Without...

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2025/03/31

If you have a strong-willed child, you know that traditional parenting strategies just don’t work. No amount of reasoning, bribing, or threatening seems to move the needle—and sometimes, the more you push, the harder they push back. So what does work?In this episode, I’m joined by Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. With his signature humor and straight-talking style, Kirk shares practical strategies for understanding and guiding strong-willed

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422: How to Become a Supercommunicator // Charles Duhigg

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2025/03/24

Have you ever asked your kids about their day, only to get one-word answers in return? Or sat across from your spouse on a long-awaited date night and struggled to find something meaningful to talk about? Communication can feel hardest with the people we love the most—but what if we could change that?In this episode, I sit down with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author Charles Duhigg to explore what makes someone a super communicator and how we can apply these insights to

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38:15

421: Feeling Overwhelmed by Housework? You’re Not...

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2025/03/17

If you’ve ever looked around at a sink full of dishes or a pile of unfolded laundry and felt like you were drowning, you’re in good company. I know that feeling well. As a recovering perfectionist and all-or-nothing thinker, I used to struggle with self-compassion when it came to housework. But through therapy and learning from experts like KC Davis, I’ve discovered a new way to approach it—one that’s kinder, more sustainable, and rooted in self-care.If you can relate, you're going to love this

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420: How to Best Support a Neurodivergent Child //...

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2025/03/10

Are you raising a neurodivergent child? If so, you know the journey can often feel isolating, exhausting, and uncertain. How can you teach them the essential skills they need? How do you build a strong relationship with them? Are there other moms who share your struggles? In this episode, I’m thrilled to share an inspiring conversation with Kim Gameroz, the founder of Teaching Inside Out and a leading expert in helping parents and teachers cultivate social and emotional skills in children. Kim's

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38:10

419: 3 Things Moms of Children with Disabilities Want...

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2025/03/03

When someone we love has a child with intellectual or physical disabilities, we want to be there for them—but sometimes, we’re unsure how. What should we say? What if we say the wrong thing? How can we genuinely show up in ways that matter?In today’s episode, I’m joined by Katie Blackburn, a mom of children with disabilities, who’s here to share practical, heartfelt ways to support families in the disability community, including: 💛 Thoughtful scripts to help your neurotypical kids understand and

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35:15

418: Staying Home for Spring Break? 3 Ways to Make it...

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2025/02/24

Spring Break is coming up, and if travel isn’t an option this year, don’t worry—you can still make it a fun and memorable week for your kids and yourself at home! In this episode, Abby, Stacey and Steph, three members of the 3 in 30 team, share simple, stress-free strategies to make your staycation special—without feeling like you have to entertain your kids 24/7, including: 🌷 Creative, low-prep activities that keep kids engaged without draining your energy. 🌷 The one sanity-saving strategy

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31:07

417: The Sneaky Ways Comparison Creeps Into...

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2025/02/17

It’s amazing how just one small word can shift an entire conversation—for better or worse. Without realizing it, we often invite comparison into our discussions, creating unnecessary tension or discomfort. That’s why I’m thrilled to have Kathie Gwilliam on the podcast this week! Kathie is an expert at identifying the subtle ways comparison sneaks into our language, and she’s here to help us become more self-aware. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Three common phrases that unintentionally fuel

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39:38

416: When Someone You Love Is Struggling with Mental...

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2025/02/10

If you ever feel at a loss for how to support your partner, friend, or family member who struggles with mental illness, this special episode is for you. My brother-in-law Logan has been a loving and sturdy support for my older sister Sarah through decades of mental health challenges. Over their 20 years of marriage, he has learned a lot about how best to support someone who is struggling, and he's joining me in this episode to share those insights with us, including: - What to do when frustration

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415: How to Get Help for Mental Illness // Sarah McKenna

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2025/02/06

After my daughter Sally was born, I stopped sleeping. During the day, I had a hard time looking at my baby because I didn’t feel like I could take care of myself, let alone her. Up to this point, I had managed my natural melancholy okay on my own, but after a terrifying panic attack, I reached out for professional help. I attribute my quick decision to get help to my older sister, Sarah, who has fought mental illness since she was a young teenager. This time of year can be especially difficult

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34:33

414: Feeling Low Right Now? 3 Tools to Help You Cope...

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2025/02/03

This time of year, I struggle more with depression. The winter months can be a really hard time - and I know it’s just not me! That’s why I truly feel like it’s important this time of year to talk about mental illness in motherhood. To give this topic the full focus it deserves, I’m dedicating the next three episodes to focusing on mental health in motherhood. This week, you’ll hear previous episodes I aired with my beloved older sister, Sarah, where we discuss depression in motherhood and how to

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34:35

413: What to Do When You're Juggling Too Much // Amy...

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2025/01/27

Feeling maxed out? But also feeling like it’s YOUR fault you feel that way? You’re not alone! If you're caught in a cycle of overcommitment, self-criticism, and the struggle to say "yes" when you really want to say "no," this episode is for you! Join me as I chat with Amy Wilson, who shares invaluable insights for women navigating the challenges of over-commitment. In this episode, you’ll hear: - The best question to ask yourself to create more margin in your life (it's definitely not what you

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37:40

411: Decluttering That Sticks: 3 Mindset Changes for...

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2025/01/13

With the new year comes a new surge of energy for me to GET MY LIFE IN ORDER! My kids always laugh at me when I get these bursts of motivation because they never last. They roll their eyes and humor me as I declare plans to declutter our home and patiently wait for my resolve to fizzle.Is this cycle familiar to you too? Well, if so, you’re in for a treat. I truly believe that with some mindset shifts and a deeper commitment to our WHY for decluttering our homes, this can be the year that

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410: Align Your Goal-Setting with Your Menstrual...

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2025/01/06

As we dive into the season of goal-setting and resolutions, I want to start with an episode focused on honoring and understanding our female bodies and how that relates to goal-setting.Because guess what? As women, we are physiologically unable to have the same level of energy and motivation every single day of the month due to our menstrual cycles, and that TRUTH should absolutely change the way that we set goals. We will not be exactly consistent with goals because our bodies are not exactly

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409: 3 Highs and 3 Lows of My 2024

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2024/12/30

Happy Monday, my friends! I am truly so grateful to be with you on this final Monday of 2024. Today's episode is going to be a bit more personal than usual, as I spend some time talking through the highs and lows of my year. As I shared in last week's encore episode with Chatbooks co-founder Vanessa Quigley, I love to spend time at the end of the year reflecting on questions my mom used to ask me when I was growing up. I've done it pretty much every year for 25 years, and I am honored to bring a

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408: How to Reflect on the Year as a Family //...

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2024/12/23

As we wrap up another year, it’s the perfect moment to reflect as a family and set intentions for the upcoming year. In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome rockstar mom and business owner Vanessa Quigley of Chatbooks. Vanessa shares insightful ways to help your family make the most of this transitional time of year, including: 1. Six end-of-year questions to ask each family member to reflect on and share. 2. How to choose a "family theme" for the upcoming year. 3. A simple way to capture and look

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30:29

407: A Two-Minute Daily Practice to Transform your...

3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms ·

2024/12/16

Feeling overwhelmed and in need of a mental health boost? Join me as I share a simple daily practice that takes just two minutes! In this episode, I’ll explore three transformative benefits of a 2-minute journaling routine, including: Discovering “glimmers” in your day to promote healing. Harnessing the power of gratitude to build resilience. Embracing positive moments to help quiet anxiety. For full show notes and a deeper dive into these takeaways, click here. *** Announcement: On Dec

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Introducing... Help Me Be Me with Sarah May Bates

3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms ·

2024/12/13

Do you feel stuck? With the New Year coming, we're hearing a lot about goals, but maybe for you, the idea of goals feels discouraging or daunting. You want to change, but how? If this resonates, you will love today's mini-episode! This mini-episode is part of a series we do occasionally where I introduce you to other wonderful podcasts that might bless and benefit your life. These shows are all produced by or part of the podcast network that I am a part of, Cloud10 Media. Today's feature is a

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406: Navigating Holiday Melancholy // Dr. Tanmeet Sethi

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2024/12/09

It’s “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for some of us, it doesn’t necessarily feel like it. I know not everyone relates to this confusing angst during the holidays, but maybe you do. Maybe you put a smile on your face for the parties and events, but inside, you might feel as alone as the Grinch sitting in his cave on top of the hill because who feels down during the holidays? Is your heart just three sizes too small? In today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Tanmeet Sethi, who shares three

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