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  • Raising Kind Kids Through Hard Seasons | A Mom’s Story of Strength, Leukemia, and Lessons in Grace

    Raising Kind Kids Through Hard Seasons | A Mom’s Story of Strength, Leukemia, and Lessons in Grace
    Oct 29 2025
    What does it mean to raise good humans when life keeps testing you? In this episode of FTK Moms, Kristin opens up about her journey through motherhood, resilience, and her son’s battle with leukemia. From hospital stays to hard conversations, Kristin shares the raw truth about balancing hope, fear, and faith while trying to raise kind, grounded kids — not jerks — in today’s world.

    This is a story about grit, grace, and the power of motherhood under pressure. Whether you’re a single mom, working mom, or stay-at-home mom, Kristin’s honesty will remind you that you’re not alone in the chaos, guilt, or love that comes with raising kids through life’s hardest moments.

    🎙️ Listen if you’ve ever asked yourself:
    • How do I stay patient when everything feels unfair?

    • How can I raise kind kids in a world that feels harsh?

    • How do I balance strength and vulnerability as a mom?

    💛 Episode Highlights:
    • Kristin’s son’s leukemia journey and how it reshaped their family’s outlook

    • What “not raising jerks” really means — and how it starts with grace

    • Finding strength as a mom through medical challenges and emotional overwhelm

    ✨ Subscribe for real, raw, unfiltered mom conversations.
    Because no one does motherhood perfectly — but together, we make it through.
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    1 Std. und 3 Min.
  • The Single Sports Mom Life: Sacrifice, Strength & Finding Yourself Again

    The Single Sports Mom Life: Sacrifice, Strength & Finding Yourself Again
    Oct 22 2025
    Motherhood is a full-contact sport — and no one knows that better than Khristina, a single sports mom doing it all on her own. 🏈⚽🏀

    In this episode of FTK Moms, Winter and Alicia sit down with Khristina for a raw, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation about what it really takes to raise kids, support their dreams, and still hold on to your own identity. From 5 a.m. practices to weekend tournaments and the emotional toll of doing it all solo, she shares the truth behind the title “sports mom.”

    Khristina opens up about the sacrifices of time and money, the pressure of being both mom and dad, and the guilt that comes with trying to be everywhere at once. But she also brings hope — talking about how she’s learning to find herself again, celebrate the small wins, and recognize the sacred strength it takes to show up every day.✨

    In this episode, we dive into:
    • The real cost of being a sports mom — time, money, and sanity included

    • What it’s like navigating motherhood as a single parent

    • Learning to give yourself grace through the guilt

    • Balancing your kids’ dreams with your own

    • The unspoken power and sacred duty of motherhood

    Whether you’re driving the carpool, juggling practice schedules, or just trying to make it through another week — this episode will make you laugh, nod your head, and feel seen.

    💖 No filters. No fluff. Just honest mom talk.
    🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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    1 Std. und 11 Min.
  • Mom Guilt Is Real: The Unfiltered Truth About Balancing Motherhood, Identity, and Grace

    Mom Guilt Is Real: The Unfiltered Truth About Balancing Motherhood, Identity, and Grace
    Oct 15 2025
    Mom guilt — it’s the invisible weight every mother carries. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a working mom, or somewhere in between, that little voice saying “I should be doing more” never seems to go away.

    In this unfiltered conversation, Winter and Alicia open up about the real, messy, and sacred parts of motherhood — from feeling stretched too thin to questioning if we’re doing enough for our kids, our partners, and ourselves.💬

    They share stories, struggles, and lessons learned about:
    • Letting go of the pressure to be a “perfect mom”

    • Balancing motherhood, career, and personal identity

    • Finding grace in the guilt and learning to reset

    • Why every mom deserves to give herself credit — not criticism

    If you’ve ever cried in the car, stayed up late questioning your choices, or felt like you’re failing at everything — this one’s for you.✨ You’re not alone. You’re not behind. You’re just human — and that’s more than enough.

    🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch the full video on YouTube.


    💬 Share your own “mom guilt” moments in the comments — your story might be exactly what another mom needs to hear.
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    45 Min.
  • Feel Them Kids: Navigating Surprise Babies, Grown Kids Moving Back Home, and Finding Yourself Again

    Feel Them Kids: Navigating Surprise Babies, Grown Kids Moving Back Home, and Finding Yourself Again
    Oct 8 2025
    In this hilarious and heartfelt episode of FTK Moms, we’re joined by Dorothy, who brings a new F to the FTK lineup — Feel Them Kids. 😂

    Dorothy keeps it real about what it’s like to experience motherhood in every phase — from welcoming a surprise baby later in life to adjusting when your oldest moves back home. She shares how these seasons have stretched her patience, reshaped her perspective, and reminded her to laugh (even when life gets messy).

    This episode is full of honesty, humor, and the kind of real-talk that reminds every mom she’s not alone — whether you’re knee-deep in diapers or navigating adult kids under your roof again.✨

    In this episode, we dive into:
    • The chaos and comedy of having a surprise baby later in life

    • How to handle grown kids moving back home without losing your sanity

    • The emotional rollercoaster of parenting across generations

    • Why motherhood is one long, sacred (and sometimes spicy) evolution

    So pour a glass, take a deep breath, and join us for another episode of unfiltered mom talk — no judgment, no perfection, just real life.

    🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch on YouTube!
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    1 Std. und 2 Min.
  • Giving Kids a Head Start: Leslie’s Journey from Young Mom to Raising a Child with Down Syndrome

    Giving Kids a Head Start: Leslie’s Journey from Young Mom to Raising a Child with Down Syndrome
    Oct 1 2025
    In this episode of FTK Moms, we sit down with Leslie, a mom whose motherhood journey spans decades—from having her first child at 19 to welcoming her last in her thirties. Leslie shares what it’s like to parent in different seasons of life, the sacred duty of motherhood, and how she has worked to give each of her kids a head start.

    She also opens up about raising her daughter with Down syndrome—navigating the challenges, celebrating the wins, and learning to embrace the unique journey of parenting a child with special needs.T

    his is a conversation filled with wisdom, honesty, and encouragement for moms in all stages of life.✨

    In this episode you’ll hear:
    • The reality of becoming a mom at 19 vs. parenting in your thirties

    • Why every season of motherhood brings new lessons

    • Leslie’s perspective on raising a child with Down syndrome

    • How moms can empower their kids with a head start in life

    Whether you’re a new mom, a seasoned parent, or raising a child with unique needs, Leslie’s story will inspire you to embrace your own motherhood journey with strength and grace.
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    1 Std. und 5 Min.
  • Back-to-Back Babies to Pre-Teen Drama | Surviving Two Under Two & Preparing for Periods and Big Emotions

    Back-to-Back Babies to Pre-Teen Drama | Surviving Two Under Two & Preparing for Periods and Big Emotions
    Sep 24 2025
    Two babies just 17 months apart? That’s a whole new level of chaos, coffee, and mom-strength. ☕💪

    In this episode of the FTK Moms Podcast, Winter & Alicia sits down with Leigh Anne to talk about her wild and beautiful journey of raising two girls close in age — from the exhaustion of two babies in diapers to now preparing for the next stage: pre-teens, periods, and ALL the big emotions.

    Leigh Anne gets real about the rollercoaster of motherhood, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and how she’s bracing herself for the drama, hormones, and challenges of raising strong, independent young women.

    ✨ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
    • The reality of having two under two (and surviving it)

    • Postpartum recovery while juggling a toddler

    • The emotional highs and lows of back-to-back pregnancies

    • Preparing for pre-teen years: period talks, mood swings, and boundaries

    • Sibling dynamics: from fighting to fierce friendships

    • Finding laughter and grace during the hardest parenting seasons

    Whether you’re in the trenches with littles or gearing up for the pre-teen stage, this episode is packed with relatable mom moments, raw honesty, and plenty of FTK energy.

    Grab your coffee (or wine, no judgment here) and listen in — because motherhood doesn’t come with a manual, but at least we can laugh through the chaos together.

    🎧 Listen now on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.
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    1 Std. und 9 Min.
  • Raising Eli | A Mom’s Journey with Autism, ADHD, and Finding Strength in Motherhood

    Raising Eli | A Mom’s Journey with Autism, ADHD, and Finding Strength in Motherhood
    Sep 17 2025
    Motherhood doesn’t come with a handbook — especially when you’re navigating the unexpected challenges of raising a child with Autism and ADHD. 💙

    In this heartfelt episode of the FTK Moms Podcast, Winter opens up about her journey with her son Eli. From the early days of being a young mom in survival mode, to the emotional rollercoaster of his diagnosis, to the milestones that bring hope and joy — this is a raw, honest conversation for every mom who’s ever felt both exhausted and empowered at the same time.💬

    In this episode, we talk about:
    ✨ The moment Eli’s journey shifted with his Autism & ADHD diagnoses
    ✨ The emotional challenges (and hidden strengths) of parenting a neurodivergent child
    ✨ Learning to advocate for your child while still caring for yourself
    ✨ How small milestones become big victories in motherhood
    ✨ Why moms need community, laughter, and grace to keep going

    If you’re a mom raising a neurodivergent child, or if you’ve ever questioned your strength in motherhood, this episode will remind you that you are not alone — and that every challenge comes with lessons in love, patience, and resilience.

    👉 Subscribe on YouTube & your favorite podcast app so you never miss an episode.
    👉 Share this with another mom navigating the journey of Autism or ADHD.

    #FTKMoms #RaisingEli #AutismParenting #ADHDParenting #RealMomStories #NeurodivergentKids #MotherhoodUnfiltered
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    1 Std.
  • Raising Girls & Surviving the FTK Moments | Real Mom Struggles, Raw Truths & Big Laughs

    Raising Girls & Surviving the FTK Moments | Real Mom Struggles, Raw Truths & Big Laughs
    Sep 10 2025
    Raising girls is beautiful… but let’s be honest, it can also test every ounce of your patience and sanity. 😅

    In Episode 2 of the FTK Moms Podcast, Winter and Alicia dive into the real, raw, and sometimes hilarious side of motherhood when it comes to raising daughters. From teenage drama to mom guilt and those WTF parenting moments that make you want to scream “FTK!” — we’re talking about it all.

    💬 In this episode:
    ✨ The unspoken struggles moms face raising strong-willed girls
    ✨ Why FTK can mean “F**k Them Kids” one day and “For Them Kids” the next
    ✨ The messy balance between motherhood, career, and your own happiness
    ✨ Relatable stories that prove every mom is doing her best (even when it doesn’t feel like it)

    No judgment, no filters — just a safe space for moms around the world to laugh, cry, and admit that parenting is hard AF.

    👉 Subscribe on YouTube & your favorite podcast app so you don’t miss a single episode.
    👉 Comment below: What’s your most memorable FTK moment as a mom?
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    48 Min.