Kayla  is the host of Mom’s Brain Is a Coffee Stain, a podcast for parents who are doing their best, running on caffeine, and figuring it out as they go. As a mom and stepmom raising kids on very different paths, Kayla brings honest, judgment-free conversations to the table about parenting, education, mental load, and the not-so-glamorous parts of raising humans in today’s world.

With a background in healthcare and finance—and real-life experience navigating IEPs, college applications, trade programs, and everything in between—Kayla believes there is no one “right” way to raise successful kids. Her approach is rooted in practical advice, lived experience, and the belief that independence, purpose, and kindness matter more than checking society’s boxes.

Through candid conversations with experts, parents, and guests who tell it like it is, Kayla creates a space where parents can feel seen, supported, and a little less alone—coffee stains and all.

Crystal is the co-host of Mom’s Brain Is a Coffee Stain and a fellow parent who understands that raising kids doesn’t come with a manual—just a lot of opinions and very little sleep. With a grounded, thoughtful perspective, Crystal brings balance, insight, and real-life experience to conversations about parenting, education, mental load, and navigating the many seasons of family life.

As a mom who values open communication and practical solutions, Crystal is passionate about supporting parents as they navigate big decisions, shifting family dynamics, and the everyday chaos that comes with raising humans. She’s known for asking the questions parents are already thinking and offering perspectives that feel honest, relatable, and reassuring.

Together with Kayla, Crystal helps create a space where parents can laugh, reflect, and feel less alone—because none of us are doing this perfectly, and that’s okay.