Chill Like a Mother Podcast
This show shares stories, offers tips and tricks, and provides education to help you feel more chill like the mother you know you want to be.
Hey! I'm Kayla Huszar, a creative counsellor who's all about unconventional therapy that encourages creativity, curiosity and finding what makes you feel alive (again). I've helped so many women navigate the waves (ups and downs) of motherhood, and I'm here for you, too!
So, if you're feeling overwhelmed or need a moment to yourself, grab your headphones and press play on an episode!
You're not alone, and you already know what you need.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 25 minutes
- Episodes
- 75
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Turning Anxiety to Calm Through Art As Therapy with Kayla Huszar
Ready to transform your anxiety into calm? This week, as we continue to focus on anxiety and the mind-body connection, we have something special for you. Kayla (that's me) has created a…
When Anxiety is Screaming at You: How to Find Chill (2 of 2)
This continues last week's episode; Kelsey and Kayla discuss emotional regulation strategies when anxiety screams at you.
Ah Ha Moments:
- When you are aware of your body, you can easier…
Get off the Struggle Bus: Heal Anxiety by Getting to the Root Cause (1 of 2) with Kelcey
Many moms these days are feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, and anxious. Uncover the root cause of your struggles and get off the anxiety struggle bus.
Listen to this episode and gain insi…
Stop telling mothers they only have 18 summers
In this episode, we talk about the pressure moms feel when they're told they only have 18 summers with their kids and how it adds to their already overwhelming responsibilities.
Ah Ha M…
The Good Mother Myth: Breaking Free from Burnout with Mariah Vargo
Are you feeling overwhelmed and burnt out as a mom? You're not alone. Burnout can look different for everyone, but it often involves feeling numb, absent, and physically drained. In thi…
Living With Less: Breaking Free from the Default Parent Trap (3 of 3) with Jessica Dunn
Join Jessica Dunn and Kayla in exploring the timely issue of being the default parent and how it affects women in their daily lives.
As a recovering default parent herself, Jessica help…
Watching them grow: Bittersweet moments of parenthood
“I lay there, staring at my son on the night of his seventh birthday, taking in all the features of his face - all the ways he is the same and the ways he has changed. Motherhood is alw…
Living with less: Parenting and being neurodivergent (2 of 3) with Jessica Dunn
Join guest Jessica Dunn and host Kayla Huszar in exploring the benefits and challenges of living with less in the context of parenting and neurodivergence.
They share personal stories a…
Living With Less: How to calm the chaos and find more chill as a busy mother (1 of 3) with Jessica Dunn
Do you feel weighed down by clutter? Jessica Dunn, a realtor in Regina and a busy mom of two, had a life-altering moment one busy evening while trying to make supper. She realized there…
From silence to sound: How music can help mothers feel alive (again) with Jennifer Buchanan
Have you ever wondered why music can trigger a profound emotional response? What if these same tunes could help heal and restore your mental well-being?
Join us for this genuine and ins…
The power of naming your feelings + 4am conversations: 11 ways to boost your mood postpartum
Ever found yourself answering the question "How are you?" with the automaton response of "fine" or "busy", not truly acknowledging your feelings? In this raw and candid discussion, I re…
Break Free from the Pinterest Mom Stereotype: Embrace Your Authentic Parenting Style
Mal Schmitz and Kayla meet again to discuss perfectionism in motherhood.
I used to aspire to be the perfect Pinterest mom, but the realities of parenthood shattered that dream. In this e…
How to expect the unexpected in life after pregnancy with Mal Schmitz from @my_teachermom_life
Ever felt like an unprepared pioneer venturing into the wild terrain of pregnancy and parenting? Well, you're not alone. Special guest, Mal Schmidt, a mother, wife and high school teach…
Redefining Chill: Building Resilience and Mindfulness as a Mother
What if unlocking your inner wisdom was as simple as tapping into your creativity? What if you could use the arts to heal, understand, and express your experiences as a mother? Step int…
How to Stay Chill When Life as a Mom is Chaotic and Loud with Rachel Rose
Being the person who sets the tone in your house can be heavy. When you are tired and grumpy, your kids will often mirror that back to you, maybe making you feel like you can't and shou…