Joyful Motherhood with Alex DeRose
Hi! I'm Alex! A Family Nurse Practitioner who decided to pause my career to raise my five sons. Being a mom is my absolute dream job and my goal for this podcast is to encourage you in your own motherhood journey.
We'll chat all the mom life things - faith, fertility, marriage, stay at home moms life with toddlers, babies, tweens, health and wellness, homeschooling, and I'll share all my favorite resources, books, tips, and nurse mama hacks.
My goal is for you to leave the episode energized and encouraged in God's plans for your motherhood - because I truly believe that a joyful mama can change the world. As my patron Saint, Mother Teresa says, "Joy is a net of love by which we catch souls." Let's do this!
Thank you so much for listening and being here, I appreciate you so much & am praying for you on this motherhood journey! Follow over on Instagram @alexmderose for more fun encouragement & know that you're never alone :)
Episodes
14 episodes
It's a(nother) boy! Gender Disappointment, Surrender & Trust
#013 - When your family dynamic doesn’t look the way you imagined, how do you surrender it to God?In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode, Alex opens up about discovering she’s expecting her sixth boy — and the very real emotions o...
Baby #6! Conception story, Fertility FAQ & 1st trimester tips!
#012 - In this episode, Alex announces the exciting news that she’s expecting baby number six and shares her journey through fertility, faith, and family planning. She reflects on the challenges and blessings of raising a big famil...
Our First Year in Catholic School
#011 - As we enter the summer, Alex reflects on surviving the busy “Mayhem” of spring and embracing the slower pace of summer.She recounts her family’s first year switching from homeschooling to Catholic school, highlighting the blessing...
God is an Optimist - Praise and Advice for Motherhood
#010 - In this belated Mother's Day episode, Alex celebrates the joy and beauty of motherhood by encouraging moms to embrace optimism, draw strength from their faith, and cherish their God-given role.She shares personal reflections, spir...
Raising Christian Athletes
#009 - In this episode, Alex explores the dynamics of youth sports from the perspective of faith and family. She shares personal stories, discusses the balance of playing sports as a lifelong passion, and emphasizes the importance o...
Managing Burnout and Self-Care in Motherhood
#008 - Motherhood is a beautiful journey, but it can also be overwhelming. Between endless responsibilities, sleepless nights, and the constant demands of caring for others, burnout can creep in before you even realize it. In this e...
Lessons & Tips from Homeschooling - The Early Years
#007 - From the joy of reading aloud and fostering a love of learning to embracing faith as the cornerstone of education, this episode is packed with encouragement, practical tips, and reflections on what truly matters in schooling.Tune ...
Our Journey from Homeschooling to Catholic School
#006 - Alex shares her family's journey from homeschooling to Catholic schooling. She shares her experiences and lessons learned from educating her five children in both environments. Whether you're contemplating school enrollment for t...
The Motherhood Journal: An Idea for your New Year!
#005 - Alex introduces the concept of "The Motherhood Journal" – a practice she founded & coined that has enriched her journey as a mom & she wants to pass along!Inspired by her own experiences and the powerful impact of her mot...
Building Faith at Home: Tips for Your Domestic Church
#004 - Alex shares the importance of building a faith-filled home, inspired by the teachings of Saint Mother Teresa. Sharing personal stories and practical tips, Alex encourages mothers to create a space that is not only beautiful but a...
Dating Your Husband
#003 - Alex discusses the importance of nurturing your marriage as a foundation for Joyful Motherhood. She shares stories, tips, and FAQs of dating her husband through the past 5 babies in 12 years of marriage. Alex empathetically ...
My Story of becoming a SAHM
#002 - Alex discusses her nursing career journey having various jobs in the hospital, outpatient, getting her Masters, working as a Family & hospice NP, moving to her first home and becoming a fertility practitioner. Having 5 b...
10 Motherhood Tips from a Nurse Practitioner turned SAHM
#001 - Welcome to the Joyful Motherhood podcast! In this episode, Alex introduces the podcast and her journey that led to this launch. She discusses her best 10 tips as an NP turned SAHM. Get ready to be inspired and empowered as ...