Picking Daisies
Welcome to Picking Daisies, the podcast where we dive into the beautiful chaos of motherhood, womanhood, and everything in between. This show is for the moms who are juggling a thousand things, laughing through the mess, and sometimes just trying to keep it all together. We’ll be sharing real, raw stories—because life isn’t picture-perfect, and that’s okay. Whether it's the tear-jerking moments or the laugh-out-loud absurdities of mom life, Picking Daisies is here to remind you that you're not alone.
Each week, we bring you heartfelt conversations, expert advice, and personal insights that blend humor, inspiration, and a touch of sass. Expect the ups, the downs, and everything in between as we talk about mental health, parenting, relationships, and self-discovery. This show will feel like sitting down with an old friend—sometimes serious, sometimes hilarious, but always relatable. Get ready to pick a few daisies with us and find beauty in the ordinary moments.
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 47 minutes
- Episodes
- 133
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Let's Catch Up in Real Time with Q&A's
You read that right. I am so last minute but I just felt like a solo podcast was needed so I sat down at 8pm and got to it. I think we need a little catch up, right?
Come chat and go through some soci…
Will we miss it? LA here we come, and inexpert advice
You know what day it is! Katie is back. And by this time next week, we will actually be united together in LA. Stop on by and listen in as we break down our upcoming trip, hope in making mom friends,…
Taking Back Control from Travel Anxiety with Adam Brensen
I'm doing it. I'm flying. SOON. And if you've been around my online space for a while, you know this is an extremely difficult process for me. So I've brought on an expert to help me, and hundreds of…
Parenting on the Spectrum with Erin Martz
Autism is a wide spectrum, and the more conversation we have the more inclusive we can be. At least that's my hope with this episode!
Erin from @Motherhoods_Beautiful_Chaos_ joins me to talk about p…
Finding Value in the Body You Have with Andrea Herbert
Body and Mind: you can't take care of one without the other. Don't you wish it were easy to figure out the balance?
Thank goodness Andrea Herbert is here, to simplify the health and wellness commun…
Plant Power, CBD, THC & Breaking the Stigma
A lot of you Mamas asked for it, so here we go: we're diving into the world of THC/CBD, gummies, and why so many of us are afraid to admit we're into the green.
Joining me today are Melanie Simons and…
Letting Go of the Mental Load with The Meaning Mentor
The mental & emotional space in a mom's head is FULL. But what if I told you we can lessen that load in 3 steps? Make a plan, show up, and do it.
Meaghan Langston (aka The Meaning Mentor) joins me …
Katie's Corner: It's Hard to Show Up When You're Feeling Crazy
My cup definitely needed a refill, and Katie Costa is that friend who always makes mine spill over. This episode gets real with the difficult side of parenting and periods; grab a cup, let's go!
Episo…
Owning Our Anxiety with Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein
Motherhood is beautiful, but it ain't always so pretty inside these brains of ours once we have kids.
Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein works with a lot of moms and parents, dealing with anxiety, burnout, and de…
Career Changes and Going for It with Claire Isenthal
This week's episode features a guest that is very special to me. Claire Isenthal, a mom of two and one of my best friends from college. Oh, the stories she could tell!
But lucky for me, we're not talk…
I'm Tired of Survival Mode
Who is up for a little brain (more like heart) dump? Yeah? Good. Because I am an empath, coming out of the haze of survival mode and have lots of thoughts.
If you haven't already, head to IG this wee…
Stop Doing it All and Be Kind to Yourself with Dr. Whitney Casares
As moms, we are really good at putting everyone else first. When was the last time you were kind? No, I don't mean in general... I mean to yourself?
Dr. Whitney Casares joins me on the podcast today t…
Disrupting Diet Culture with Zoe Lewis
**Trigger Warning** This episode focuses on eating disorders.
Our bodies change after having babies, and diet culture hasn't helped. And let's be real... it hasn't helped since long before we were of…
Katie's Corner: Parent Like It's the 90's, But Better
Growing up in the 90's seems like it was simpler... but was it?
Katie's back, breaking down the tough parts of parenting with me.
Episode Highlights:
- That weird age of parenting and finding your people
- …
Go Mom Yourself with Dr. Morgan Cutlip
Have we taken this whole "motherhood" thing too far?
Dr. Morgan Cutlip joins me to talk about all the ways we've cultivated a very unhealthy perspective on what it means to be a good one: good moms, g…
Connect and Communicate with Raising Little Talkers
The American Speech Language and Hearing Association reports that 13.5% of 18 to 23-month-olds have delayed language. The percentages increase a bit when a child turns 2 - and you'd be surprised by t…
Welcome to Picking Daisies! Let's Catch Up.
Welcome to the NEW Picking Daisies Podcast!
I'm thrilled to re-launch with a new name, some fresh focus, all while keeping that same circle of support you've come to know and love.
In this episode:
- New…
The Wedding Days of Motherhood with Emily Martyak
Motherhood isn’t always perfect, but I think this episode might be.
That’s the beauty in being honest - we can relate, find empathy, and realize that we’re not alone in this whole thing. My sweet frie…
Katie's Corner: Are We Done Having Kids?
Changes are coming to the podcast, and I CAN'T. WAIT. (If you're not sure what I'm talking about, make sure to listen to the episode before this!)
Katie joins me to digest the big news I shared in an …
IMPORTANT Changes Ahead
Yep you read that right. Again this podcast is changing and growing and finally, at almost a full year of recording, I finally feel like I have not only a clue as to what I'm doing but what direction…