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
160 episodes
153. The 90s Called... and They Want Their Trends Back: 90s Trends Making a Comeback
Anyone else feel personally attacked when something from their childhood gets labeled as "vintage"?In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, we're taking a trip down memory lane and talking about all the 90s trends making a comeb...
152. Does Your Tween Really Need a Skincare Routine? with Dr. Angela Casey
Skincare can feel overwhelming these days, especially for parents of tweens and teens. Social media is filled with influencers promoting complicated routines and expensive products, leaving many moms wondering what their kids actually need....
THROWBACK: Family Travel Tips with Lee Freidman
Ever pondered the possibility of globetrotting with your tots in tow? It's a daunting thought for many parents, but our guest, Lee Friedman of Mango Tree Travel, turns that challenge into charming chronicles of exploration. She's traded her cor...
151: Why "Good Enough Parenting" Is Actually Healthy
Do you ever feel like you’re failing at motherhood because you lose your patience, forget things, or can’t keep up with the pressure to “do it all”?In this episode I'm talking about the idea of “good enough parenting” and why your ...
150: Giving Kids Phones: When, How and Why
Use code PINWHEEL10 for 10% offWe gave our 12-year-old his first phone… and honestly, this parenting decision felt way more emotional and complicated than I expected.In today’s episode, I’m sharing the full story behind why we wai...
149. Who Am I Now? Motherhood Identity Shifts and Re-Entering the Workforce with Christine Fruehwirth
Motherhood has a way of shifting everything including how we see ourselves. Whether you're in the thick of little-kid chaos, considering a return to work, or entering a brand-new season like the empty nest, it’s easy to feel like you’ve lost a ...
148. The Truth About Breastfeeding Pressure and Mom Guilt with Amber Ginn
Feeding a baby can feel like one of the most emotional and overwhelming parts of early motherhood. Between social media, conflicting advice, and the pressure to “do it right,” many moms are left feeling exhausted, guilty, and unsure of themselv...
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...