Asking for help can feel tricky—especially when you worry about burdening others. Lisa and her Council of Moms—Emilie Campbell, Sunny Mahe, and Julie Taylor—open up about how to move past people-pleasing habits and embrace honesty with the people around you. From building a support system you can lean on, to offering service in return when you’re able, to learning that true friendship makes space for give and take, the moms share how they’ve learned to both ask for and accept help with grace.
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Back to School Secrets for Sanity and Success
Back-to-school season feels like a fresh start, but how do you keep that blank-slate energy alive once the chaos sets in? Lisa and her Council of Moms--Cree Taylor, Amy Hackworth, and Michelle Love-Day--share their tried-and-true strategies for attempting to stay organized and grounded through the school year. From the power of a Sunday reset, to forming habits that really stick, to knowing what’s worth sacrificing (and what’s not), these moms get real about what works and why school routines don’t look the same for every child.
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Helping Kids Live Their Values—Even When You’re Not Watching
What happens when your child’s behavior changes the moment you’re not around? Lisa Valentine Clark and the Council of Moms—Julie Suazo, Erika Price, and Dr. LaShawn Williams—take on the challenge of raising kids who sometimes act one way at home and another in the world. From teaching your child that they carry your family’s name, to helping them see childhood as practice for making good choices, the moms share insights on guiding behavior you can’t always correct in the moment. They also talk about the power of sitting down with your child and asking, “What do you think someone should always be?” to help them define their own values. This conversation is full of perspective, honesty, and ideas for shaping kids into thoughtful, responsible decision-makers—whether you’re there to watch or not.
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They’re Driving Now... What Do I Do?
When your teen starts driving, everything shifts--from curfews, to responsibilities, to even your daily connection. Lisa and the Council of Moms--Erika Price, Amy Hackworth, and Geraldine “G” Fitisemanu--talk about what it’s like to support your teenager’s growing independence while still keeping them safe. From listening to their opinions to setting clear boundaries, the moms explore how to stay close even as your child pulls out of the driveway and into the next phase of growing up.
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Rejecting the Stigma Around Blended Families
When it comes to blended families, everyone seems to have an opinion--and not all of them are helpful. Lisa Valentine Clark and the Council of Moms--Brittney Phillips, Liz Palmer-Bastian, and Tammy Hall--open up about the stigmas and doubts they faced while blending their families. From receiving unsolicited comments to dealing with internalized shame, the moms share how they’ve learned to set emotional boundaries, redefine what family means, and protect their joy. Whether you're in a blended family or love someone who is, this conversation offers honesty, hope, and a reminder that every family is worthy and whole.
No one gave us a manual to raise our kids. Luckily, moms, we’re all in this together. Join the Council of Moms as we tackle the issues we all face as parents–everything from picky eating to anxiety to teaching our kids adulting skills. The Council of Moms covers it all with humor, honesty, compassion, and in-the-trenches experience because we know that the only perfect parent is the one that keeps trying. So come be a part of our council and know that you’re not alone in this. Besides, it’s cheaper than therapy.
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