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 fan-favorite Episode 2: Estate Planning With Heart.
Episodes
47 episodes
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
Caring for Aging Parents: How to Avoid Burnout and Make Confident Long-Term Care Decisions
Are you making long-term care decisions under pressure without a plan?As aging parents need more support, many families are left scrambling to make critical decisions without a clear plan. In this episode, Amy Friesen of Tea &...
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Episode 30
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35:54
Plan for Aging Before Crisis Hits—So You Can Protect Independence, Avoid Family Conflict, and Preserve Your Legacy
Most families don’t plan for aging until it’s too late. Don’t be one of them.Too often, decisions about aging and long-term care are made in moments of stress. In this episode, Laura Lynn Morrissey shares how proactive life care p...
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Episode 29
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46:54
What Most People Get Wrong About Estate Planning—and How Education Can Protect Your Legacy
What good is an estate plan if it doesn’t actually work when it’s needed?Many people assume their estate planning is “done” once documents are signed, but that’s where the real work begins. In this episode, attorney Jen Gumbel bre...
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Episode 28
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41:41
The Power of Enough: How Healing Scarcity Redefines Wealth and Transforms Your Legacy
What if true wealth had nothing to do with your bank account?Many of us chase financial success hoping it will bring fulfillment—only to find ourselves stuck in patterns of scarcity or disconnection. In this episode, financial adv...
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Episode 27
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43:30
Why Mentorship in Midlife Matters and How Giving Back Builds Purpose and Legacy
What if the most meaningful thing you give in life isn't your time or money, but your guidance?At midlife, many of us start asking deeper questions about purpose and impact. In this episode, psychologist and founder of The Mentor ...
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Episode 26
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44:23
What Every Woman Needs to Know About Money: How to Build Wealth and a Lasting Legacy
Why do so many smart, capable women still hand off their financial power?Many women still feel unsure or unprepared to take full ownership of their financial futures. In this episode, seasoned financial advisor Cathy Curtis shares...
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Episode 25
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48:07
Estate Planning for Blended Families: Why You Must Plan Differently to Protect Your Legacy and Loved Ones
Blended families face unique estate planning challenges—are you prepared to navigate them?Estate planning for blended families comes with unique emotional and financial challenges, especially when it involves co-owned property, ch...
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Episode 24
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46:50
How Birth Order Shapes Family Dynamics—And What It Means for Your Legacy
Can your birth order really shape your personality and even your legacy?Whether you’re the firstborn, the middle child, the youngest, or an only, birth order can influence how you see yourself and interact with the world. In this ...
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Episode 23
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45:31
How to Navigate Disability Benefits (SSI, SSDI, Medicaid & Medicare) and Build a Safety Net That Protects Your Family’s Legacy
SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare… confused yet? This episode breaks it all down.Navigating public benefits can be frustrating and confusing, especially when the rules seem to change or contradict each other. In this episode, public b...
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Episode 22
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52:23