What if you could go from juggling endless chores and mental checklists to finally feeling off duty at home? In this episode of The New Modern Mom Podcast: Toolkit Series, I sit down with Kelly Hubbell, founder of Sage Haus, to unpack the real role of a house manager (sometimes called a family assistant) and […]

What if you and your partner could go from financial friction to a shared vision for your future, without the stress, spreadsheets, and awkward money fights? In this episode of The New Modern Mom Podcast: Toolkit Series I sit down with my husband Jason for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation on how we align on money […]

When we decided to get pregnant, I knew I needed to add a prenatal vitamin to my daily routine. I of course turned to Amazon and Target, but with so many options out there, how do you know which prenatal is actually the best and will check all the boxes for mom and baby’s nutritional […]

As a soon-to-be mom of two, I learned (the hard way!) to always be prepared with baby formula on hand. The recent infant formula shortages are still fresh in my mind, and I’m not taking any chances this time around. Having one little one already (and another on the way), I’ve realized that buying in […]

If August feels more like survival mode than a fresh start, you’re not alone. In this honest and actionable episode of The New Modern Mom Podcast: Toolkit Series, host Barbara Mighdoll reflects on the logistical chaos that caught her off guard last year: forgotten forms, last-minute lunch packing, zero time for herself, and a mental […]

Ever stared at an empty suitcase the night before a big international trip with your kids, wondering how on earth you’ll fit it all and not forget something essential? You’re not alone, and this episode is here to save you from the stress spiral. In this Toolkit Series episode from The New Modern Mom Podcast, […]

There’s nothing simple about the never-ending to-do list of a working mom. Even in those rare quiet moments, like when the kids are off with the grandparents for the morning and you finally sit down for a second, you’re still holding it all in your head. From keeping track of shoe sizes to mentally noting […]

If you’ve ever wondered what having an au pair in your home (caring for your child, integrating into your family) is really like, I get it. I was right there too before we hosted our first au pair a few years ago. And after hosting multiple au pairs since, I can confidently say this: it’s […]

It’s kind of wild how many do’s and dont’s come your way the second you announce a pregnancy. Some of them are just old-school myths, like the idea that heartburn means your baby will have a full head of hair or that craving sweets means you’re having a girl. They’re funny to hear, but not […]

Parenting little kids is hard. It’s also wonderful, but it’s definitely hard. There’s for sure no role quite like it. Nothing compares to the responsibility of raising tiny humans. You’re creating a foundation for an entire person’s life. And having a village can be so helpful in that process… until it isn’t. I’m guessing you’ve […]

 Being sick as a parent hits differently. Gone are the days of curling up in bed with chicken soup, binging your favorite shows, and letting yourself recover at your own pace. Now, there are little people depending on you. Even when your energy is non-existent, your head is pounding, and the thought of making a […]

What if the secret to “doing it all” is actually doing less? High-achieving working moms have been conditioned to juggle a career, home life, and parenting with near perfection. But the truth? No one is doing it all, especially not alone. In this episode of the Toolkit Series from The New Modern Mom Podcast, I […]

Life with kids is all the things… joyful, exhausting, heart-expanding, nonstop. And yes, it’s typically a full blown logistical marathon. Between school drop-offs, snack prep, work meetings, laundry mountains, and trying to remember if you RSVP’d to that birthday party, there’s hardly time to think, let alone streamline your day. That’s why I’m always collecting […]

Moms aren’t the only ones turning to the online world for advice and connection. Dads have carved out their own space too. The modern dad is figuring out parenting, work, and everything in between in ways that look different from past generations, and the internet has become a place where they share real experiences, hard-earned […]