The Motherhood Process
Welcome to The Motherhood Process—the podcast for moms who are ready to trade stress and anxiety for peace and purpose. I’m your host, Autumn Akins, and if you're juggling the challenges of motherhood, struggling with your identity, or feeling overwhelmed by daily life, this show is for you. Each episode offers practical strategies for building intentional routines, shifting your mindset, and finding alignment in motherhood so you can thrive, not just survive. As a boy mom navigating pregnancy and the everyday chaos of parenting, I’ll share personal experiences and proven techniques that have helped me reclaim peace and productivity.
Have you ever asked yourself questions like: “How do I shift my mindset from perfectionism to progress?” “What can I do to feel more fulfilled in my role as a mother?” “How do I find my identity outside of being a mom?” or even “What strategies can I use to create intentional routines that work for my family?”
If this sounds like you, then join me on this journey to discover how you can live a full life in motherhood that you truly love. From tackling stress to building a purposeful, joy-filled life, you’ll walk away from each episode with tools to create more balance and fulfillment. Subscribe for weekly insights on motherhood, productivity, mindset, and more—and don’t forget to follow me on social media and sign up for my newsletter for even more support.
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The Motherhood Process
14: The Power of Starting Small
Ever feel like you have to do all the things to be a "good" mom? In this episode of The Motherhood Process, Autumn Akins shares a radically gentle approach to navigating motherhood: starting small. Whether you're rebuilding routines, trying to declutter your home, or easing into homeschool life, this episode is a powerful reminder that big change doesn’t require big steps. Autumn walks us through real examples of how choosing just one small thing at a time can create more peace, clarity, and sanity without the pressure of perfection.
Tune in to hear her honest reflections, time saving tips, and the mindset shifts that are helping her (and can help you) feel more grounded in a beautifully chaotic season.
What You’ll Hear:
- Why moms often aim too big and how it backfires
- The 15 minute cleaning hack that changed Autumn’s daily life
- Her thoughts on Instacart, overstimulation, and reclaiming time
- How letting go of guilt made room for more clarity
- A softer, simpler way to approach homeschool planning
- The mindset reframe that brought back a sense of peace in the morning
Key Takeaways:
- You don’t need an hour—just 15 minutes can make a big impact
- Done is better than perfect (especially in motherhood)
- Releasing unrealistic expectations creates space for peace
- Small steps help you build sustainable routines, not burnout
- Saying no to extras can be the most freeing form of self care
- You’re not falling behind, you're figuring out what matters most
Resources:
https://autumnakins.com/reclaim
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