The Legacy of Love: Estate Planning Simplified for Mothers
If something happened to you tomorrow… would your family know what to do?
Estate planning can feel overwhelming. It’s easy to keep putting it off, thinking you’ll get to it tomorrow. You know it matters, but you’re not sure who to trust or where to start.
Only 1 in 3 families have an estate plan in place. That statistic is sobering when you realize death is the only guarantee in life. Not taking action can cost your family time, money, and peace.
The Legacy of Love podcast simplifies estate planning for mothers in the sandwich generation—those raising children while caring for aging parents—so you can plan with confidence, ditch the overwhelm, and leave a legacy that reflects your values and your vision.
Episodes air weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays.
In each episode, you’ll:
• Learn from heart-led experts what a thoughtful estate plan really includes
• Navigate hard topics like challenging family dynamics and end-of-life care
• Discover practical tools beyond your estate plan to reduce overwhelm, support your decision-making, and plan comprehensively with clarity and confidence
Hosted by Sara Ecklein—a Licensed Professional Fiduciary, private trustee, and mother—this podcast offers guidance that goes far beyond legal documents. Because legacy isn’t a destination; it’s a living practice that evolves as you do.
Don’t wait for a crisis to start your estate plan. Start today with intention, clarity, and love.
🎧 New here? Start with Episode 53: Estate Planning 101: Moms, What You Need to Know in 15 Minutes
Episodes
56 episodes
Feel Like You’re the Family Glue? Why You Need More Than an Estate Plan to Stop Carrying It All
Are you the one holding everything together, from aging parents to kids, finances, and emotions, and wondering how long you can keep doing it all?You're not imagining it: the pressure on women in the "sandwich generation" is inten...
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Episode 55
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35:48
The 3 Biggest Estate Planning Mistakes I See as a Trustee (And How You Can Avoid Them)
Are you making one of these estate planning mistakes without even realizing it?You signed the documents. You checked the box. But what if your estate plan could still fail your family when it matters most?Even the most beau...
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Episode 54
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12:31
Estate Planning 101: Moms, What You Need to Know in 15 Minutes
Are you putting off estate planning because it feels confusing, overwhelming, or just not urgent? If estate planning feels overwhelming, you're not alone. In this special episode, Sara distills insights from over 50 expert co...
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Episode 53
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15:25
Did You Complete Your Estate Plan? Mom’s, Here’s How to Prepare Your Successor Trustee for the Job
If something happened to you tomorrow, would your successor trustee know exactly what to do, or would they be left overwhelmed and unprepared?Estate planning isn't just about signing documents, it's about setting your loved ones u...
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Episode 52
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16:49
Why Pushing Your Aging Parents Into Estate Planning Doesn’t Work And What To Do Instead
Have you tried talking to your parents about estate planning, only to be met with resistance or emotional shutdown?If you're a mom juggling caregiving, work, and your own family, these conversations can feel like walking a tightro...
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Episode 51
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33:36
Stressed Out by Caregiving? 5 Quick Tips for Moms to Reclaim Their Energy
Between caregiving, motherhood, and the mental load of “doing it all,” it’s easy to forget your needs. In this heart-felt, honest episode, host Sara Ecklein shares five quick and practical tips that are helping her manage str...
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Episode 50
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10:15
Feeling Overwhelmed by Estate Planning? This 6-Step Framework Will Help You Start Today & Plan with Confidence
Feeling overwhelmed by estate planning and unsure where to begin, especially while juggling kids and caring for aging parents?You’re not alone. Many delay planning because it feels too complicated, emotional, or just plain ...
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Episode 49
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12:09
Think You’ve Done Enough? Why Your Estate Plan Might Still Fail the People You Love Most
Is your estate plan truly aligned with your values, or was it just another box to check off the to-do list?Many people assume they’re “covered” because they have a will or trust in place. But without integrity—the alignment betwee...
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Episode 48
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12:32
Why “Set It and Forget It” Estate Planning Is Failing Women
Is the person you were ten years ago making decisions for your family’s future today?Too many approach estate planning as a one-and-done task, missing a crucial truth: your identity and life evolves. And when your plan stays stuck...
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Episode 47
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10:53
The Power of Intention: How Moms Can Shape a Legacy That Lasts Beyond a Lifetime
What if your estate plan could tell your story, not just divide your assets?Too often, estate planning is reduced to legal documents and a list of assets. But if you’re a woman balancing the care of your children and your aging pa...
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Episode 46
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8:35
What a Funeral Taught This Mom About Legacy
What will your children say about you at your funeral?As mothers in the sandwich generation, it’s easy to get caught up in the busyness of life - juggling work, caregiving, and constant to-dos, while delaying the deeper questi...
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Episode 45
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7:17
How to Find and Hire the Right Estate Planning Attorney So Your Family Isn’t Left With a Mess
Mothers, Before You Hire an Estate Planning Attorney — Listen to This FirstIf you're a mother thinking about your family's future, you already know how important it is to protect what matters most. But how do you find the righ...
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Episode 44
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11:23
Succession Plans That Start With Legal Docs Are Backwards—Mothers, Here’s What To Do Instead
Are you part of a family business—or raising a child while running one—and wondering what a successful succession plan actually looks like?Family businesses are built with heart, legacy, and relationships, but succession can quick...
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Episode 43
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39:59
Why We Avoid Estate Planning & How to Start from a Place of Love (Even as a Busy Mother)
Are you avoiding estate planning—but can't really explain why?It's not just about time, money, or overwhelm. In this episode of Legacy of Love, host Sara Ecklein reveals the deeper reason we delay this critical work and h...
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Episode 42
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9:44
How a Mother of 10 Faced Her Husband’s Terminal Diagnosis and Turned Their Final Months Into a Legacy of Love
What would you do if your spouse had just six months left to live?Grief is often a topic we avoid—until life forces it upon us. In this deeply moving episode of the Legacy of Love Podcast, host Sara Ecklein sits down with...
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Episode 41
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26:46
Emotional Insurance for Your Family: How to Build a Legacy of Love They’ll Feel
If tomorrow never comes, will your family be left with love—or just unanswered questions?Most people wait too long to talk about death, until it’s too late. But what you do now determines how your family will heal, rememb...
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Episode 40
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33:38
How Even the Closest Families End Up in Court (And What You Can Do to Prevent It)
What happens when no one agrees on who should manage a loved one’s care or their money? This week, Sara shares her recent guest appearance on The Death Readiness Podcast with host Jill Mastroianni. Many f...
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Episode 39
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45:15
Don’t Miss the Signs: How to Spot Financial Fraud and Protect Your Aging Parents
Financial fraud targets more than money—it preys on trust. Uncover the warning signs and take steps to protect your family.In this eye-opening episode, Sara Ecklein sits down with forensic accountant Kelly Todd to uncover how fina...
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Episode 38
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24:51
The Most Overlooked Part of Your Estate Plan: Securing Your Digital Legacy
You’ve secured your assets, but what about your email, cloud storage, and online identity?Most estate plans focus on wills, trusts, and life insurance, but forget the digital footprint we all leave behind. In this eye-opening epis...
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Episode 37
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35:58
Building More Than a Business: Legacy Planning Insights Every Entrepreneur Needs Now
Is your business success translating into a lasting legacy for your family?Many entrepreneurs focus on growing their business, but overlook the equally important work of protecting their wealth and preparing the next generation. I...
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Episode 36
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36:41
What Is a Death Doula? Embracing Our Mortality to Live Fully and Create a Meaningful Legacy
We plan for birth, so why don’t we plan for death with the same care and reverence?Death is inevitable, yet most of us avoid talking about it—leaving ourselves and our loved ones unprepared. In this conversation, death doula Jill ...
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Episode 35
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41:57
Grief, Goodbye & the Gift of Presence: A Chaplain’s End‑of‑Life Wisdom to Help You Live Fully and Leave a Meaningful Legacy
In the end, presence—not perfection—is what truly leaves a legacy.End-of-life moments offer a clarity about what matters most, but we don't have to wait for loss to start living with intention. In this heartfelt episode, hospital ...
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Episode 34
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39:51
How Illness Affects the Whole Family—And What Caregivers Need to Know About Mental Health and Burnout
Is your family navigating illness without the tools to talk about it? You’re not alone.A serious diagnosis impacts more than just the person receiving it—it disrupts entire family systems. In this compassionate conversation, thera...
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Episode 33
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44:46
What LGBTQ+ Families Need to Know About Estate Planning (And Why It’s Different)
Estate planning isn’t one-size-fits-all, especially when you’re LGBTQ+.Traditional estate plans often miss the mark for LGBTQ+ individuals and families, leaving identity, healthcare access, and chosen family unprotected. In this e...
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Episode 32
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46:22
From Caregiver to Care Partner: Rethinking Dementia Support with Teepa Snow
What if supporting someone with dementia wasn’t about fixing, but connecting?Caring for someone with dementia can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to mean losing connection or dignity. In this powerful episode, Teepa Snow sh...
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Episode 31
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44:14