Best Micaela Meister Podcasts (2025)

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40 | Buy less as a minimalist mom - 10 things I DON'T buy anymore 18:11

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I'm here to deinfluence you as a toddler mom looking to own less. The easiest way to pursue minimalism is to stop the constant flow of items coming in. Today I'm sharing 10 things I no longer buy for my toddlers and myself along with my simple approach to kids clothes & accessories, household products, beauty products, hobby supplies, technology, f…

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39 | Can I get rid of my smart phone? Six weeks without and what I've learned 15:54

7d ago15:54

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What happens when a modern mom gives up her smartphone? In this honest and eye-opening episode of Motherhood Made Simple, I’m sharing what the past six weeks have been like living without a smartphone. From the daily inconveniences to the surprising freedoms, I’ll walk you through what I’ve gained, what I’ve missed, and how stepping away from const…

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38 | Am I a good mom? Is there a "right" way to mother? 10:09

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Ever find yourself wondering, “Am I doing this right?” You’re not alone. If you're in the thick of it I'm here to remind you there is no wrong way to mother. In this encouraging episode, we'll cover choosing what matters to you, learning on the job, and trusting God to strengthen you for each day as a mom. LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 htt…

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37 | 10 Things I've learned in my 20s | Life lessons about family, calling, creativity & friendship 10:38

22d ago10:38

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In honor of my 28th birthday, I’m sharing 10 lessons I’ve learned over the past 10 years. I've changed so much, and I am so, so thankful! These lessons are about creativity, calling, family, friendship, and more as I seek to become the woman God created me to be. Whether you’re in a similar season or just love a good life chat, I hope this inspires…

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36 | Approach baby sleep with confidence - Mindset shifts for new moms 28:00

1M ago28:00

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Baby sleep can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to steal your peace. In this episode, I’m sharing nine mindset shifts that have helped me approach baby sleep with confidence—through the newborn stage, first year, and beyond. I’ll walk you through how my approach to baby sleep changes as they grow, how I stay flexible while prioritizing rest f…

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35 | Why I keep my due date private in pregnancy 9:20

1M ago9:20

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In this episode, I’m sharing why I’ve chosen to keep my due date private during pregnancy—and why you might want to consider it too. From protecting your privacy to reducing pressure as the big day approaches, keeping your due date to yourself can bring more peace and patience in those final weeks. I’ll talk about how this decision has helped me en…

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34 | Having a baby? Here's how to prepare for a peaceful postpartum 18:23

1M ago18:23

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Are you almost ready to have a baby but wondering what do I actually need to prepare for postpartum? In today’s episode, we’re chatting all things postpartum and how to prepare in a way that brings more peace, rest, and joy into those early newborn days. Whether you’re a first-time mom or preparing for baby number four like me, this conversation wi…

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33 | Giving birth at home? How to prepare for homebirth mind, body & birth supplies 19:26

2M ago19:26

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Thinking about giving birth at home? Let's talk about how to prepare for a home birth. I’ll walk you through how to prepare your mind for a peaceful birth, how to support your body through pregnancy and labor, and how we’re setting up our home birth space for comfort and calm. Whether you're planning your first home birth or just exploring natural …

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32 | Should I give birth at home? Why I choose homebirth 20:01

2M ago20:01

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Considering a homebirth? Today, I’m sharing why I choose to give birth at home instead of in a hospital. I’ll walk you through 6 practical reasons that led to this decision. We'll go over what it means to give birth at home with a homebirth midwife, the cost of homebirth, the mess, how to get your husband on board and why I feel confident this is a…

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31 | How to transition from one to two or two to three kids 21:35

2M ago21:35

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Having a second baby? Maybe your third? This episode is all about adding a child - navigating big emotions (both yours and your toddlers'), practical tips for toddlers getting a sibbling and my experience with adding a second child vs adding a third child. EMAIL ME [email protected] CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:50 You've got this! 03:27 Navigating your o…

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30 | Thinking about blogging? Here's why you should start a mom blog today 11:10

2M ago11:10

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Have you been putting off starting your Blog or another creative outlet? For years, I told myself I didn't have time to blog or that I didn't know how to start a blog. But really, I was afraid. I let insecurities hold me back from pursuing my God-given dreams. If you desire to write or create content to encourage the world, there's a good chance th…

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29 | spiritual disciplines for busy moms of toddlers 21:49

2M ago21:49

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Are you struggling to make time to read the bible or make time for God as a busy mom of toddlers? I'm sharing some spiritual disciplines working for me right now as a toddler mom along with some tips if you're looking to make a change. LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ 💻EMAIL ME💻 [email protected] CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00…

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28 | Struggling to pray for your toddler? Pray THIS. 14:52

3M ago14:52

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Calling all praying mamas! If you're trying to figure out how to pray for your children or what to pray at your toddler's bedtime, I'm here to share some of my favourite prayers for your baby and toddler. We cover prayers for your baby in the womb, prayers for new parents and what I pray now with toddlers. There is no wrong way to pray. I hope this…

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27 | Reclaim your joy in motherhood with these positive mindsets for Christian moms 27:12

3M ago27:12

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I really love motherhood. I used to be afraid to tell you that because I was worried it would end. I was worried adding a second child or a surprise pregnancy or three kids under three would put an end to my beautiful life and make me miss my child-free days. But I’m tired of hiding it. I LOVE being a mom, and enjoying motherhood is a gift I don’t …

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26 | Natural Family Planning how to get started & tips 15:07

3M ago15:07

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25 | Feeling disconnected? Here's how to serve your husband while raising toddlers 22:21

3M ago22:21

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Today we’re talking marriage with toddlers and 12 ways to serve your husband even with little kids at home. These are some of my best tips for a successful marriage after kids to keep you communicating with your husband and showing him love. We’ll cover ideas like greeting him at the door, a better way to ask about his day, praying for your husband…

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24 | What I wish I knew before I got pregnant the first time 15:54

3M ago15:54

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In a more fun and lighthearted episode, I'm sharing what I wish I knew about pregnancy before getting pregnant the first time. Hopefully this list will make you giggle or find something to relate to whether you are a first time mom, or pregnant with your fourth like me! We touch on pregnancy ultrasounds, medical care here in Ontario, big emotions i…

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23 | Hope when motherhood is hard 20:47

3M ago20:47

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This episode is for the mama who’s feeling tired, overwhelmed, and guilty for not loving every minute of raising toddlers. We’ll unpack my beef with the "motherhood is hard" narrative and go over a few small steps you can take to find joy when stay-at-home-mom-life feels overwhelming. Life may be anything but picture-perfect, but I hope you’ll leav…

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22 | Baby #4 Q&A 13:36

3M ago13:36

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We're getting ready to have four kids under four! Today I'm answering all things baby #4. Do we believe in birth control? Are we finding out the gender? What do we drive? How do I survive pregnancy with 3 toddlers? I'm answering these and more today. If you want to submit a question or respond to today's episode, I would LOVE to hear from you! Emai…

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21 | 10 baby items you DON'T need & my minimalist baby registry tips 29:12

3M ago29:12

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As a first-time mom, I felt the pressure to buy everything for my baby. But now that I'm expecting baby #4, I'm here to tell you you really don’t need it all. Some items are just a waste of space and money! I'm sharing 10 baby items you can leave off your minimalist baby registry along with my top recommendations for baby sleep, baby feeding, baby …

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20 | Toddler quiet time tips 19:01

3M ago19:01

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Quiet time is an essential part of our daily routine! We all need a rest during the day, whether my toddlers admit it or not. I'm sharing my best tips for implementing quiet time, how to respond when your toddler refuses to nap and tips to foster independent play even during the hours everyone is awake. LINKS VISUAL TIMER WE USE https://amzn.to/4l5…

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19 | First trimester survival guide from a fourth time mom 16:05

4M ago16:05

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Surprise! I'm pregnant with my fourth baby! I thought I would share the news along with my best pregnancy tips for surviving the first trimester. If you're pregnant too and being plagued by nausea, fatigue and food aversions, I hope these tips will bless you. I've had all my kids 15 months apart, and I can honestly say my third and fourth pregnanci…

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18 | Two under two pros and cons - our positive perspective on the 15 month age gap 15:49

4M ago15:49

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About a year ago, my search history looked like this: “Pros and cons of the 15-month age gap?” “What is the best age gap?” “Two under two tips” "Should I have my kids close in age?" It feels surreal being on the other side of the transition and able to share my own experience as a two-under-two mom. Spoiler alert - we love our small age gap! If you…

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17 | How to read more books as a mom of toddlers & why you need a Kindle 13:01

4M ago13:01

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If you’ve been trying to figure out how to make time to read as a busy mom, look no further! As an avid reader averaging 8-10 books per month (even as a mom of three) I’m sharing my best tips and tricks to find time to read. I’m sharing what I read, my personal conviction about fiction books as a Christian mom and why I love reading on Kindle. I kn…

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16 | My SAHM schedule & SAHM tips from a mom of three 12:29

4M ago12:29

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Being a stay at home mom is a blessing. But it comes with its own set of unique challenges! Should you have a stay-at-home mom schedule? How should you spend your time as a stay-at-home mom? Do you need to take your kids out every day of the week to make sure you socialize them enough? In this episode I'm sharing a few of my favorite stay-at-home m…

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15 | Why I don't wake up before my kids & 5 Habits for moms who sleep in 9:28

4M ago9:28

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If you’re out there googling “how to wake up before my kids” I want to introduce you to another way. You don’t have to get up hours before dawn to be a good mom or to have peaceful mornings. It is possible to have peaceful mornings with your toddlers even if you hit the ground running. As a mom of three, I value every bit of sleep I can get, and th…

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14 | Should I have another baby? | A christian perspective on growing your family 14:10

4M ago14:10

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"Should I have kids?" you're wondering. Or maybe "Am I ready to have a baby?" Or for all the toddler moms out there, you're asking, "should I have another baby?" It seems like everyone is trying to answer this question lately. But in all the videos I watch on family planning, they're missing an important piece: your faith. Following Jesus changes e…

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13 | How to Deal With Toddler Tantrums | Toddler tips for Christian moms 17:03

4M ago17:03

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Mama, I see you struggling through those toddler tantrums! I'm here with practical tips and encouragement for the days you don't understand your one-year-old, two-year-old or three-year-old and their big emotions. If you feel like you've entered the "terrible twos," I want to help you reframe that perspective and help you handle toddler meltdowns w…

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12 | How to be creative as a mom | Hobbies you can do with a toddler around 10:08

4M ago10:08

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Let's chat about how to be creative as a mom, how to have fun and find hobbies that work in a busy season of raising toddlers. I'm sharing five of my favourite crafts for moms that work well around babies and toddlers. From crocheting and embroidery to watercolour and blogging, I hope these mom-hobbies will inspire you. LINKS CRAFT SUPPLIES Caligra…

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11 | How to deal with mom guilt | 6 Tips to make decisions with peace as a mom of toddlers 12:05

5M ago12:05

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If you are wrestling with mom guilt and wondering, "am I a good mom?" or "am I doing this right?" You've come to there right place. I'm sharing my six-step plan to ditch the mom-guilt for good and make decisions from a position of peace. There are so many decisions to make as a new mom. What should I feed my baby? How should I potty train my toddle…

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10 | Five things to teach your toddler about Jesus | Christian picture books we love 9:05

5M ago9:05

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Teaching a toddler about Jesus can feel SO intimidating. It can be hard to explain God to small children and decide what to teach a toddler. I’m sharing 5 things to teach your toddler about Christ in simple words and our favourite Christian picture book to go along with each point. LINKS Free Download - Truth for Tots Class https://www.micaela.ca/t…

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09 | How to prioritize yourself as a mom | How I rest with 3 kids 3 and under 14:54

5M ago14:54

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If you're feeling burnt out and exhausted, like you just need a break from your toddlers, I'm so glad you're here! I know this episode is going to bring you a lot of peace. I'm sharing 5 simple tips to get more rest as a mom of toddlers and find time to care for yourself. LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ 💻READ MY BLOG…

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08 | How to spend less time on your phone | Reduce screen time as a Christian mom of toddlers 18:24

5M ago18:24

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If you want to set up screentime boundaries and spend less time on your phone, I know this episode will inspire you! Get ready to be a more present and relaxed mom with these practical tips. I'm sharing five steps to reduce your screentime, screentime boundaries I've tried and how to blog without social media. As a stay at home mom, I know the valu…

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07 | How to potty train your toddler with peace | Positive mindsets and tips for potty training 13:16

5M ago13:16

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Is there a peaceful way to potty train your two-year-old or three-year-old? Is it possible to have fun while potty training? Today I'm sharing my best potty training tips along with the mindsets that have helped make potty training fun in our house! If you are a mom of toddlers looking to ditch diapers, you've come to the right place. LINKS Grab th…

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06 | When reading the Bible feels hard | 12 lies that stopped me from reading God's Word 13:05

5M ago13:05

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If it feels hard to read the Bible right now, this episode is for you! Are you tired of not sticking to your Bible reading plan and feeling guilty about it? Are you struggling to find time to read the Bible as a mom of toddlers? These 12 lies might be keeping you out of God's Word. I hope this episode helps you discover practical tips and encourage…

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05 | Twelve books every Christian mom needs to read | Books that changed me 11:34

5M ago11:34

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These are some of my must-read books for Christian moms. Though they are not all parenting books, I know these faith-based books will encourage you and change the way you mother. These would be great gift ideas for your mom friends or your holiday wishlist. BOOK LINKS My devotional: Bible Time Take Back https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ Fervent https://amzn.…

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04 | Stop hating laundry & cooking | Homemaking made simple 12:57

5M ago12:57

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Do you want to stop hating laundry and find simple homemaking tips for a growing family? Do you want to make cooking easier and eat homemade meals without cooking every day? I hope this episode will bless your socks off! I'm sharing my favourite strategies to make homemaking feel simple so you can spend more time enjoying your sweet toddlers. These…

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03 | How to make time to read the Bible as a toddler mom | Bible reading made simple 9:23

5M ago9:23

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If you've been wondering how to make time to read the Bible and looking for Bible reading tips for toddler moms, you've come to the right place! I'm sharing a simple 4-part strategy to find time you didn't know you had and read the Bible more. LINKS Grab the devotional https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ Printable Bible Reading Tracker (free download) https://…

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02 | Hope when you feel like you're failing in motherhood | Your God-given value 10:06

5M ago10:06

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Am I a bad mom? How can I "do it all" in motherhood when I feel like I can't even keep up with my to do list? If these are the questions you're asking, today's episode is full of hope for you! We're chatting about God's unchanging love and 5 things that do NOT dictate your value as a mom. I hope this episode helps you find joy in motherhood and pea…

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01 | Can motherhood be simple? How to find joy in motherhood 8:11

5M ago8:11

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Should I have kids? Am I ready to have a baby? These are the questions we wrestle with as young adults and in today's episode, I'm sharing why I changed my mind. I believe it's possible to find joy in motherhood. Consider me your motherhood mindset coach as we seek new purpose in your God-given role as a mama. LINKS Grab the devotional https://amzn…