Celebrating 2 Years of Momma Has Goals: Milestones, Reflections, and Key Takeaways

11/12/24 • 47 min

It’s hard to believe it’s been two incredible years of the Momma Has Goals podcast! In this anniversary episode, I’m looking back on the journey so far—celebrating our growth, challenges, and the moments that have resonated most with you. From personal growth tips to practical parenting strategies, time management hacks, and essential self-care, I’m sharing highlights from some of our most impactful episodes.

Tune in as I reflect on how this podcast has evolved and the amazing community we've built together. I’ll also talk about what’s coming next and how we can continue to grow as a community. This episode is packed with listener-favorite tips and memorable advice to keep you inspired, empowered, and focused on what truly matters.

If you’ve enjoyed the podcast, help us celebrate by leaving a rating, sharing it with friends, and letting us know what you’d love to hear in the future. Here’s to many more years together!

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:00] Welcome and Anniversary Celebration

[00:28] Reflecting on Our Podcast Journey and Community Impact

[01:18] Listener Feedback and Personal Growth Moments

[02:08] Celebrating Milestones and Looking Ahead

[03:47] Key Takeaways from Listener-Favorite Episodes

[04:08] Finding Your Life’s Purpose and Prioritizing What Matters

[05:31] Implementing Habits that Work for You

[06:01] Parenting, Time Management, and Family Adventures

[09:40] Navigating Postpartum and the Value of Support

[14:29] Balancing Self-Care with Parenting Needs

[20:54] Personal Healing, Growth, and Resilience

[25:15] Managing Work, Family Life, and Open Communication

[28:55] Embracing Failures and Empowering Yourself

[31:07] The Power of Listening to Yourself and Practicing Self-Care

[40:00] Cycle-Based Productivity and Organization Tips

[44:28] Daily Standards to Build a Balanced Life

[45:31] Final Thoughts and Inviting Listener Engagement

Let's Connect:

Follow me: @thisiskelseysmith

Follow Momma Has Goals: @mommahasgoals

Download the app for Apple or Android

Learn more at mommahasgoals.com

Featured Episodes:

EP 112- The Psychology of Motherhood with Yara Heary

EP 130- Time and Productivity Mastery with Laura Vanderkam

EP 120- From Anxiety to Advocacy: Casey McGrath’s Postpartum Experience

EP 93-Championing Special Needs Children and Parents with Laura Pfeiffer

EP 122- Achieving the Impossible: Seven-Figure Success as a Mom of Six with Brooke Hemingway

EP 136- Your Hormonal Handbook with Berrion Berry

If you’ve enjoyed the podcast, help us celebrate by leaving a rating, sharing it with friends, and letting us know what you’d love to hear in the future. Here’s to many more years together!

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:00] Welcome and Anniversary Celebration

[00:28] Reflecting on Our Podcast Journey and Community Impact

[01:18] Listener Feedback and Personal Growth Moments

[02:08] Celebrating Milestones and Looking Ahead

[03:47] Key Takeaways from Listener-Favorite Episodes

[04:08] Finding Your Life’s Purpose and Prioritizing What Matters

[05:31] Implementing Habits that Work for You

[06:01] Parenting, Time Management, and Family Adventures

[09:40] Navigating Postpartum and the Value of Support

[14:29] Balancing Self-Care with Parenting Needs

[20:54] Personal Healing, Growth, and Resilience

[25:15] Managing Work, Family Life, and Open Communication

[28:55] Embracing Failures and Empowering Yourself

[31:07] The Power of Listening to Yourself and Practicing Self-Care

[40:00] Cycle-Based Productivity and Organization Tips

[44:28] Daily Standards to Build a Balanced Life

[45:31] Final Thoughts and Inviting Listener Engagement

Let's Connect:

Follow me: @thisiskelseysmith

Follow Momma Has Goals: @mommahasgoals

Download the app for Apple or Android

Learn more at mommahasgoals.com

Featured Episodes:

EP 112- The Psychology of Motherhood with Yara Heary

EP 130- Time and Productivity Mastery with Laura Vanderkam

EP 120- From Anxiety to Advocacy: Casey McGrath’s Postpartum Experience

EP 93-Championing Special Needs Children and Parents with Laura Pfeiffer

EP 122- Achieving the Impossible: Seven-Figure Success as a Mom of Six with Brooke Hemingway

EP 136- Your Hormonal Handbook with Berrion Berry

Previous Episode

Balancing the Busy Season: Life Audits and Prioritizing What Matters

With the holiday hustle just around the corner, I'm diving into my own approach to keeping life meaningful and manageable during the busiest time of the year. In this episode, I’ll share the importance of doing a “life audit” to help you look at what’s going well, what could use a little tuning, and how to end the year strong.

From Halloween to the holiday season, it’s easy to get caught up in people-pleasing and overcommitment. So, let’s pause, evaluate, and map out what matters most. I’ll talk about ways to balance family, work, and the inevitable seasonal chaos without losing sight of yourself. With practical tips for prioritizing family activities, household responsibilities, and personal well-being, this episode is all about keeping things intentional, in control, and meaningful.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:00] Embracing the Busy Season

[01:26] Halloween Hustle: Juggling Family and Festivities

[02:56] Life Audit: Setting Priorities That Work for You

[03:41] Crafting Your List: What’s Working and What Needs Shifts

[04:42] Taking Action: Small Steps to Make a Big Difference

[07:37] Seasonal Reflection: Building Intentions for November

[10:04] Wrapping Up: Ending the Year with Balance and Intention

Let's Connect:

Follow me: @thisiskelseysmith

Follow Momma Has Goals: @mommahasgoals

Download the app for Apple or Android

Learn more at mommahasgoals.com

Next Episode

Mastering the Art of Recovery: Turning Daily Setbacks into Wins

Ever have one of those mornings where things just go sideways? In this episode, we're talking about the art of recovery, sharing the real-life moments that test our patience (and sometimes our sanity), and the little resets that can make a world of difference. I’ll share a few stories from my own life, like how one forgotten backpack threw off the day, and how I turned it around.

We’ll cover the power of pivoting, finding calm in the chaos, and practical tips for those daily hiccups that sneak up on us as moms and multitaskers. It’s about celebrating the small wins, rolling with the punches, and showing our kids (and ourselves) that resilience can look like simply deciding to keep going. Join me for some encouragement to bounce back stronger and with grace—even on the toughest days!

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:00] The Day Goes Off-Track Early: Finding the Reset Button

[00:48] How a Missed Morning Step Turned into a Teachable Moment

[01:43] Why Recovery Matters for Moms on the Go

[02:53] Real-Life Tips for Shifting Gears When Things Go Sideways

[06:30] How to Quickly Recalibrate and Let Go of the Little Things

[08:44] Celebrating the Wins, No Matter How Small

[11:39] Modeling Resilience for Our Kids and Ourselves

[12:20] Wrapping Up with Encouragement for Every Mom

Let's Connect!

Follow me: @thisiskelseysmith

Follow Momma Has Goals: @mommahasgoals

Download the app for Apple or Android

Learn more at mommahasgoals.com

This episode is for the moms juggling a million things, navigating the unexpected, and embracing the power of resilience, one reset at a time.

Momma Has Goals - Celebrating 2 Years of Momma Has Goals: Milestones, Reflections, and Key Takeaways

Transcript

[00:00:00] Hello, November. Hello, Mama. I am so excited to bring this episode to you today because it has been two years since we started the Mama Has Goals podcast, which is crazy. I feel like it is very similar to when you look at your child and you're like, how are you this old already? Like, how has this time happened and passed, but also It's like they've always been here.

[00:00:24] It's like they're a part of you. And that is how I feel about the podcast. It is been such a labor