Mealtime battles with picky eaters? You’re not alone! In this episode of the Mama Work It Podcast, I sit down with Madison Wetherill, mom of three boys and the creator of Cook at Home Mom, to talk about practical, stress-free strategies for raising adventurous eaters.

Madison shares her journey as a mom and food blogger, why picky eating affects some kids more than others, and how parents can encourage healthy eating habits without power struggles. From moving away from processed “kid food” to simple ways to introduce new flavors, this conversation is packed with tips for making family meals more enjoyable—and more nourishing.

If you’re ready to say goodbye to short-order cooking and hello to more peaceful dinners, this episode is for you.

✨ What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why some kids are pickier than others—and what parents can (and can’t) control
• Gentle ways to encourage kids to try new foods without resistance
• Tips for transitioning away from processed “kid food”
• Madison’s personal stories of raising healthier, more adventurous eaters
• How to make cooking at home easier, more fun, and more flavorful

Resources & Links:

• Website: https://cookathomemom.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cookathomemom
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cookathomemom

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We’re back for Season 6 of the Mama Work It Podcast! After a much-needed break (and a big international trip—my first since becoming a mom!), I’m diving into a topic that has been front and center for me lately: identity shifts in motherhood.

Motherhood changes us in so many ways, and while some of those shifts feel natural, others can leave us feeling like we’ve lost touch with parts of ourselves we used to love. In this episode, I’m getting real about the identities I’ve reconnected with, the ones I’ve had to let go of, and the ways I’m intentionally stepping into new ones.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• How Blindspotting coaching and identity awareness helped me reflect on the layers of who we are.
• The part of me I rediscovered while traveling abroad this summer—and why it felt like reuniting with an old friend.
• Why I chose FUN as my 2025 word of the year and how I’m prioritizing joy alongside responsibility.
• How slowing down has surprisingly helped me move forward faster.
• Past identity shifts—from corporate leader to entrepreneur—and how I learned to own my new role even when it felt uncomfortable.
• Encouragement for any mama navigating identity changes in work, motherhood, or life.

Resources & Links Mentioned:

Biz MOMagement book: www.mamaworkit.com/bizmomagementbook

Blindspotting book: https://amzn.to/471roa7

Blindspotting assessment: https://www.blindspotting.com/assessment

Blindspotting coaching: https://www.blindspotting.com/coaching

Schedule a free breakthrough call with Marisa: https://calendly.com/mamaworkit/30-minute-breakthrough-call-with-marisa-lonic

Subscribe to the Mama Work It newsletter: www.mamaworkit.com

Motherhood is a constant evolution, and you don’t have to navigate identity shifts alone. Whether you’re reconnecting with parts of yourself you’ve put on pause or stepping into a brand-new season, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone in the journey.

✨ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show wherever you listen—it means the world! Keep on working it, mama!

Get ready to feel seen, mom friends. In this light-hearted and humorous episode, we wrap up Season 5 of the Mama Work It podcast with a collection of relatable mom life memes. As we prepare for our annual break, join us for a fun-filled discussion that highlights the everyday challenges and triumphs of working motherhood. From sleep deprivation to the infamous "mom brain," we dive into the memes that make us laugh and remind us that we're not alone on this mom life journey.

Here’s what you’ll get out of today’s episode:

· The mental load of motherhood and how many unanswered texts you probably have on your phone because of it

· The struggle of being a pumping mom and how The Rock is helping us laugh about it

· Tips, tricks, and ways to NOT let the reality of mom life memes cause you defeat

Links mentioned:

Episode 10: Tired as a Mother with Dr. Sarah Mitchell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKBSY4tkEvA

Episode 173: Taking a Mom Vacation with Jillian McCloskey https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/taking-a-mom-vacation-with-jillian-mccloskey/id1549805160?i=1000698848936

Time MOMagement 4-week program: www.mamaworkit.com/timemomagement

Biz MOMagement 90-day program: www.mamaworkit.com/bizmomagement

Time MOMagement book: www.mamaworkit.com/timemomagementbook

Biz MOMagement book: www.mamaworkit.com/bizmomagementbook

Word to Your Mother journal/planner: www.mamaworkit.com/wordtoyourmother

Mama Work It blog: www.mamaworkit.com/blog

Mama Work It podcast: www.mamaworkit.com/podcast

Kid Artwork Frame: https://amzn.to/44CLXYH

Give these posts/accounts a follow/like/share:

Meme#1: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/37928821849504579/

Meme #2: https://www.instagram.com/p/DHqdf7MsNvi/

Meme #3: https://www.instagram.com/p/DKrhqcitOr0/

Meme #4: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLMRrpuM990/

Meme #5: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLOUtscS56w/

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For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe.

We'll be back this fall with more amazing guests and topics on the Mama Work It podcast. Until then, keep on working it, mama friends!