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Less Drama More Mama

Less Drama More Mama is the podcast for moms who want to feel calm, in control, and confident about how to handle anything life throws their way. As a Master Certified Life Coach, LCSW, former School Counselor, and blogger, Pam Howard has been empowering parents for years. In her podcast, she shares personal stories, case studies, and life coaching tools to help you go from feeling frazzled and disrespected to feeling calm and connected. Learn more at LessDramaMoreMama.com.

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08:33

Creative Holiday Gifts That Won't Break the Bank - 384

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2025/12/16

For many families, this is one of those years where the holiday gift budget just doesn't stretch the way it used to. And that can bring up stress, guilt, and fear of disappointing the kids. This episode reminds us that meaningful gifts don't have to be expensive, and your kids don't need more stuff to feel loved. I'm sharing creative, budget-friendly gift ideas that help the holidays feel special without overspending or filling your house with things that will be forgotten by January. You'll see

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09:31

Don't Let Winter Break Break You, Part Two - 383

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2025/12/09

Winter break can feel overwhelming when routines disappear and expectations rise. Days lose their rhythm. Decision-making never ends. And even small things can feel harder than usual. In this episode, I share a calmer way to get through winter break in one piece, with simple insights that help days feel more manageable, without doing more or trying harder. https://lessdramamoremama.com/383

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09:00

Don't Let Winter Break Break You, Part One - 382

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2025/12/02

Winter break can bring up a mix of emotions for moms. You might want to enjoy the extra time with your kids, but the lack of structure, routine, and personal space can make the days feel harder than you expect. This episode breaks down what actually happens in your brain and body when the kids are on break, so you can understand your reactions with more clarity and compassion. Once you understand what's underneath all the overwhelm, you can make the days feel lighter and easier to handle

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06:37

Holiday Magic Your Kids Will Remember - 381

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2025/11/25

The word "magic" has come up in almost every one of my coaching sessions this month. If you're feeling responsible for creating a picture-perfect holiday season, you're not alone. What starts as excitement quickly turns into rushing, planning, and managing everyone's experience. The ease and joy you wanted? Gone. In today's episode, I talk about how your stress affects your child more than you realize—and what actually creates the kind of magic they'll remember.

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09:31

Why Holiday Boundaries Feel Hard and What to Do About...

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2025/11/18

When my older daughter was in preschool, I volunteered to be the room mom. After that year, the teacher asked if I wanted to do it again. I said no and felt zero guilt. None. I simply didn't want to spend my time that way again. Saying no made my life easier, not harder. As the holidays approach, many moms convince themselves they should say yes to things they don't want to do (e.g. class parties, hosting, baking, gifting, organizing, coordinating), and then wonder why they feel stretched thin

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17:55

Why It's Good for Your Kids to See You Cry Sometimes...

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2025/11/11

You know that lump in your throat you try to swallow when you want to hold back tears? Most of us do it automatically. We tell ourselves we have to be strong because crying will make our kids worry, or that holding it together proves we're in control. But what if tears aren't a sign of weakness at all? What if they're a gift to you and your kids? In this episode, I'm sharing why sadness isn't something to fix or avoid. You'll learn how allowing yourself to feel it (and sometimes express it in

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27:45

What Really Happens in a Somatic Coaching Session - 378

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2025/11/04

Nervous system work is the missing piece for so many moms who've tried therapy or mindset coaching and still find themselves reacting in ways they don't like. In this episode, I'm sharing clips from an actual coaching session of mine. Over the course of the episode, you'll hear a mom's nervous system move from activation and anxiety to calm, relief, and hope—and I'll walk you through what's happening at each stage. If you're curious about what somatic coaching is and how it can help you stay calm

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13:08

The Masks We Wear - 377

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2025/10/28

With Halloween just a few days away, I'm revisiting an early episode of the podcast that's still incredibly relevant. I'm talking about the masks we wear as moms — not the kind that come with costumes and candy, but the ones we put on to appear calm, capable, or cheerful when we're actually struggling underneath. You'll hear how these emotional masks keep us from the genuine connection we crave, and how learning to take them off can bring more peace, confidence, and authenticity into your life and

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10:16

How to Stay Regulated When Your Child Isn't - 376

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2025/10/21

When your child is yelling, swearing, or completely losing it, your nervous system instantly screams, “This isn’t safe!” You might find yourself fighting back, shutting down, or trying to fix the situation—none of which actually helps. In this week’s episode, I share a powerful story of one of my clients that shows what regulation looks like when a child's emotions are running high. You’ll hear how she stayed calm and steady while her teen son was yelling and swearing, how she communicated with

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08:31

When Safety Feels Unsafe - 375

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2025/10/14

You know those times when everything seems fine . . . no crisis, no chaos . . . and instead of relaxing, you feel restless, uneasy, or suspicious? That’s your nervous system struggling to trust safety. After years of running on stress, stillness can feel like danger. In this week’s episode, I’m unpacking why safety can feel unsafe and how to retrain your system to trust it again. You’ll learn how to recognize when your brain’s pulling you back into dysregulation and the steps to help yourself stay

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10:47

Breaking Free from Beliefs That Keep You Stuck - 374

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2025/10/07

Sometimes the thing holding you back isn’t your kids, your schedule, or even your past. It’s a belief you learned long ago that still feels true. Beliefs like: “I have to do everything perfectly or I’ve failed.” “It’s selfish to take time for myself.” “If I ask for help, I’ll look weak.” These thoughts can quietly shape how you show up as a mom—how patient you are, how much pressure you put on yourself, and how willing you are to reach out for support. In this week’s episode, I share what

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11:58

Your Nervous System and Self-Forgiveness: What Every...

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2025/09/30

As moms, we can carry so much guilt. Every time we lose our patience, yell, or withdraw, it’s easy to carry those moments around and let them weigh on us. But what if those moments weren’t proof you’re a bad mom, but signals from your nervous system? In this week’s episode, I share how self-forgiveness isn’t just about being kind to yourself, but about understanding what’s happening in your body. When you recognize your reactivity as nervous system information, you can stop fighting yourself and

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13:00

How the Jewish New Year Can Inspire Your Parenting...

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2025/09/23

Today is the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana. Even if you don’t celebrate it like I do, this time of year has so much wisdom to offer us as moms. Rosh Hashana is about reflection, renewal, and intention—three practices that can completely transform the way you parent. In today's episode, I invite you to pause, look honestly at your parenting, and decide how you want to show up for your kids in the year ahead. https://lessdramamoremama.com/372

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11:14

Safety and Regulation in Parenting - 371

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2025/09/16

We’ve spent the last several weeks on the podcast exploring fight, flight, freeze, and fawn — all the ways your nervous system jumps in to protect you. Today, in the final episode of the From Protection to Connection series, I’m talking about what happens when your nervous system actually feels safe. Discover what nervous system regulation really looks like in parenting, why co-regulation matters, and how your regulation sets the tone in your home. https://lessdramamoremama.com/371

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09:01

The Fawn Response in Parenting - 370

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2025/09/09

In this episode of Less Drama More Mama, I’m unpacking one of the most misunderstood nervous system survival responses: fawn. From the outside, fawning looks like kindness, helpfulness, or flexibility. But underneath, it’s really your nervous system trying to keep you safe through people-pleasing and self-sacrifice. I share personal and client examples, as well as practical ways you can start showing up authentically while still maintaining love and connection with your kids. If this resonates

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08:34

The Freeze Response in Parenting - 369

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2025/09/02

You’re running on empty…and can never seem to refill your tank. You stare at your to-do list…but can’t make yourself move. You go quiet when your kids need you most…and then beat yourself up for shutting down. This is the freeze response — your nervous system’s way of protecting you when life feels too big or too much. In today's episode, I’m breaking down what the freeze response is, how it shows up in your parenting, and what to do about it. If you ever feel stuck, numb, or overwhelmed,

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13:05

The Flight Response in Parenting - 368

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2025/08/26

What if the reason you're so busy all the time isn't actually because you have a lot to do? What if it's your body's way of avoiding the uncomfortable emotions you'd rather not feel? In today's episode, I'm diving into the flight response -- your nervous system's way of saying, "this feels unsafe, so let's escape." You'll learn why you feel compelled to stay busy with household tasks instead of slowing down to connect, and why you suddenly remember an "urgent" task every time you think about having

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09:20

The Fight Response in Parenting - 367

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2025/08/19

If you’ve ever raised your voice and instantly regretted it, felt your whole body tense when your child ignored your request, or snapped at your child for something seemingly small, chances are you've felt the fight response in action. Those moments can leave you questioning yourself as a mom, when in reality, your nervous system is simply trying to protect you. Building on last week’s overview of the nervous system, part two of my From Protection to Connection series dives into what the fight

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10:08

How Your Nervous System Shapes Your Parenting - 366

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2025/08/12

Back-to-school season is here, and for many moms, that means more stress, more rushing, and more moments that push you to your limit. Maybe you’ve found yourself yelling, shutting down, or saying yes when you really wanted to say no and then thinking, "Why do I keep doing this? I know better!" These reactions aren’t personal failings. More often than not, they’re your nervous system slipping into survival mode without you even realizing it. And many of those responses were wired into your nervous

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43:40

It's Okay Not to Love Every Moment of Motherhood with...

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2025/08/05

"Mothering is messy and interrupted and loving." "Motherhood is about making mistakes and repairing them. And that's how we learn." "As moms, we do our best. We make it up as we go along and we muddle through." Those are some of the things Dr. Margo Lowy wishes someone had told her earlier in her parenting, and it’s exactly what she shares in this week’s episode of the podcast. Dr. Lowy is a psychotherapist and the author of Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of

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