Burnt Pancakes: Momversations | Conversations for Imperfect Moms, Chats About Mom Life & Interviews with Real Mamas
The Burnt Pancakes Podcast is here to remind you that in motherhood, EVERYONE BURNS THEIR FIRST PANCAKE. I’m Katie Fenske, a (not so perfect) mom of 3, and I’m inviting you to join in on my conversations with other moms as we talk about all things motherhood; the good, the bad and everything in between. We're flipping our motherhood mistakes into successes and learning how to just keep flipping.
MOTHERHOOD TOPICS I DISCUSS:
Child Birth and Postpartum Recovery
Adjusting to Motherhood
Raising Boys
Toddler Mom Tips
Being a Teen Mom
Self Care in Motherhood
Managing Kid Sports and a Busy Family Schedule
Epic Mom Fails
Potty Training Woes
Surviving Summer Vacation
AND SO MUCH MORE!
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Episodes
153 episodes
147. Homework Battles, Report Cards, and Real Solutions for Parents with Dr. Linda Silbert
Have you ever looked at your child’s report card and thought, “I know they’re capable of more… so what’s going on?”You’re not alone. So many parents are raising kind, hardworking kids who still struggle in school and it can feel...
146. If Your Days Feel Chaotic, You Need to Hear This... with Tanya Valentine
If you’ve ever created a routine on Sunday night only to abandon it by Wednesday morning, this episode is for you. 🙋♀️We’re talking all about routines and why they matter, why they’re so hard to keep, and how to finally create systems t...
145. The Things Moms Do That Go Unnoticed
With Mother’s Day around the corner, this episode is a heartfelt celebration of moms in every stage of motherhood.After spending weeks watching a mama bird in my front yard tirelessly care for her baby birds, I couldn’t help but see the ...
144. Parenting Moments That Make You Say “I Told You So”
Have you ever warned your kids about something… watched them ignore you… and then found yourself dealing with the exact disaster you predicted?Welcome to motherhood.In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I’m shar...
143: Why I'm Calling This Stage "The Sweet Spot"
We are in the sweet spot of motherhood, that middle stage where the diapers are gone, the sleep is better, and the kids are becoming more independent… but they still think you’re cool and want you at their school performances.In this sol...
142: Mom Guilt, Perfectionism, and the Pressure to Get It Right with Jennifer Teplin
Motherhood changes everything — not just our schedules and responsibilities, but also how we see ourselves.In this episode, I’m joined by psychotherapist Jennifer Teplin, LCSW, founder of Manhattan Wellness and mom of three. Jennifer spe...
141: Honest Conversation about Stay-at-Home Mom Life and Working Mom Life
In this episode I'm having a real and honest conversation about something that often gets quietly debated in motherhood: the pros and cons of being a stay-at-home mom versus being a working mom.So many moms feel pressure to defend their ...
140: Raising Kids Without Losing Your Marriage with Jodie Howard
What does lasting love actually look like after decades together?In this episode, I sit down with Jodie Howard to talk about what it really takes to build a relationship that lasts through life’s hardest seasons. Jodie shares the ...
139: Parenting Without Power Struggles: The Advice You Haven’t Heard Yet with Naomi Aldort
Are you parenting… or just Googling your way through parenting?A recent national poll found that 80% of parents with children ages 0–4 are turning to social media for advice on things like toilet training, sleep struggles, discipline, an...
138. Why 2% of Your Day Is Enough with Sarah Parise
Two years ago, Sarah Parise joined me to talk about postpartum depression, mom guilt, anxiety, and the messy transition into motherhood.And today? She’s back.In this episode, we catch up on what’s changed in her motherhood journey...
137. Boy Mom Life: What's That Smell?
If you are raising boys, you already know life is never boring. It is loud, messy, chaotic, and somehow always sticky. In today’s episode, Katie shares the hilarious story of the mystery smell that took over her house and how it all led back to...
136. Postpartum Truths: What New Moms Really Need with Courtney Boylan
Postpartum is one of the most life-altering seasons of motherhood, and yet it is often one of the most overlooked.In today’s episode I’m joined by Courtney Boylan, mom of three and founder of Le Lolo, a brand created from h...
135: The Thoughts We Never Say Out Loud (But Every Mom Has)
Have you ever had a random, scary thought pop into your head and immediately wondered, What is wrong with me? You’re not alone — and you’re not a bad mom.In this episode I break down intrusive thoughts in motherhood: ...
134: Parenting in the Digital World: What to Do When Your Kid Is Begging for a Phone with Adam Ferguson
What if the phone could wait—but childhood couldn’t?In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I’m joined by Adam Ferguson, author of The Things You Have to Do Before I Buy You a Phone, a playful and pract...
133: You and Me, Baby: Learning Motherhood as We Go with Aisha Saeed
In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I sit down with bestselling children’s book author and mom of three, Aisha Saeed, to talk about her beautiful new picture book You and Me, Baby. This heartfelt story is a love ...
132. Flipping the Script on School and Success: Why Our Kids Don’t Need to Wait to Be Entrepreneurs
What if our kids didn’t have to wait until adulthood to chase their dreams? In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I sit down with Krystal Popov, entrepreneur, founder of Futurepreneur, and the leading voice in America for r...
131: Healing Infertility Naturally: The Natural Path to Getting Pregnant with Katie Wood
Today I’m joined by integrative fertility coach and former pharmacist Katie Wood, whose personal fertility journey completely transformed the way she supports women today.After months of not conceiving, feeling dismissed by her OB...
130. Diastasis Recti After Babies: Why It Happens and How to Heal It with Camille Beckstrand
Mommy Tummy Fix App: HERECode: MOMMY30 for 30% offIn today’s episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I’m sitting down with Camill...
THROWBACK: From Christmas Trees to Santa Claus: The History Behind My Favorite Christmas Traditions
Get ready to embark on a fascinating journey as I explore the origins and customs of some of our favorite Christmas traditions. Ever wondered why we decorate an evergreen tree, hang giant socks on our fireplace, or plant a mistletoe over our do...
129: Surviving the Holidays With Teens: Five Strategies That Actually Help
In today’s episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I'm diving into the world of holiday parenting, but not the toddler nap-time meltdown era. I'm talking about the teen and tween years, where emotions run high, expectations ...
128. Navigating Your Child’s Rare Disease with Nikki McIntosh
In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I had the honor of talking with Nikki McIntosh, author of Rare Mamas: Empowering Strategies for Navigating Your Child’s Rare Disease and the incredible woman behind the ...
127. How We Do Santa in Our House
In today’s episode, I’m spilling the hot cocoa on how we do Santa in our house — the traditions, the magic, and yes… the moment my oldest started to figure it all out.I’m sharing how my parents did Santa when I was growing up, w...
THROWBACK: How to Get the Perfect Family Photo
This is a throwback episode from 2023.Today I sit down with Bethany, from Bethany Jean Photography to talk all about family photos. She is not only an incredibly talented photographer with over 6 years experience, but she is also a mom t...
126. Why 80s and 90s Kids Had the Best Childhoods (and the Best TV Shows)
If you grew up in the 80s or 90s, this episode is basically a warm hug made of slap bracelets, Lisa Frank stickers, and the smell of a Blockbuster on a Friday night.In this episode, I’m taking a little trip down memory lane to celebrate ...
125. Parenting Tips, Wine Sips, and Laughs with Danielle Frank
Parenting is hard — but you know what helps? Humor… and maybe a glass (or bottle) of something full-bodied. 🍷In this laugh-out-loud episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I chat with Danielle Frank, author of A Wine Lover...