

M Is for Mama Podcast
Abbie Halberstadt
On the M is for Mama Podcast, you’ll hear encouragement for all things motherhood, practical helps and systems to help you thrive in your home from day to day, funny, relatable kid-stories, examinations of what the Bible has to say about cultural issues, and so much more!
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Apr 2, 2025 • 40min
Ep. 102: 100 Mom Things (Part 2)
We’re diving back with part 2 of our 100 Things for Moms episode in honor of 100 WHOLE episodes of M Is for Mama (can’t believe it!).In this one, we tackle top 10 snacks, dinners, habits I find helpful, and much more, My goal with these episodes is to show you how many ways there are to do motherhood well, not to tell you, you should only do it like I do. I hope you’ll be encouraged to look for ways that work well for you and your family. Sponsor Info:Voetberg Music AcademyCheck Out Voetberg Music Academy HereCode: misformama20Mentions:Therapy EpisodeBible References:1 Corinthians 10:23-33Philippians 2:14-16Galatians 2:20John 3:30 Links:The Gentleness ChallengePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward System

Mar 27, 2025 • 53min
Ep. 101: One Hundred Mom Things (Part 1)
As I contemplated the milestone of filming 100 episodes for a podcast that, 10 years ago, I couldn’t have even fathomed making even one episode for, I knew I wanted to pack as much value for moms as I could into one show. To that end, you will find my favorite Bible verses, top 10 family meals, things I would let go, hills I’ll die on, and so much more. Consider this your handy-dandy reference episode for the top 100 things I prioritize in our home daily.Enjoy! Sponsor Info:Summit MinistriesFind Out More About Summit Here!Use This Link For $400 Off Summit Registration (Before March 31st)Voetberg Music AcademyCheck Out Voetberg Music Academy HereCode: misformama20Mentions:Sleep Training Blog PostSiblings Podcast EpisodeBible References:Galatians 6:9Deuteronomy 6:6-8Ephesians 3:202 Corinthians 5:17Psalm 127:3-5Psalm 27:13Romans 12:12Romans 8:28Romans 5:3-51 Thessalonians 5:18Matthew 5:16Ephesians 6:4Hebrews 4:12Isaiah 55:112 Peter 1:32 Corinthians 10:311 Corinthians 6:19Romans 12:18Exodus 20:2-17Matthew 6:19-21Ephesians 3:20Matthew 14:17-19Links:The Gentleness ChallengePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward System

Mar 19, 2025 • 1h 37min
Ep. 100: Keepers of the Home (A Chat with My Pastor’s Wife, Jen Witmer)
In this episode, Jenn Witmer (Wit’s wife!), and I tunnel deep into the rabbit hole of feminism, the “tradwife” movement, and what it truly means to be given the responsibility of being the keeper of our homes. Along the way, we examine what God’s Word has to say about our roles at home as Christian women and why this standard must be our guide, regardless of how loud the voices of our world become. We also tackle the myth of a one-size-fits-all approach to domestic responsibility—priorities principles over particulars and giving boots-on-the-ground suggestions for how to discover a way to keep your home that truly blessed your unique family.Sponsor Info:Summit MinistriesFind Out More About Summit Here!Use This Link For $400 Off Summit Registration (Before March 31st)Good Book MomCODE: ABBIE5CODE: ABBIE75 for all access yearly subscription for $75Voetberg Music AcademyCheck Out Voetberg Music Academy HereCode: misformama20Mentions:The Gentleness ChallengeBible References:Titus 2:3-51 Thessalonians 5:16-171 Corinthians 10:312 Timothy 3:16-17Matthew 25:14-30Proverbs 31:28Matthew 20:16John 3:30John 15:13Galatians 6:9Isaiah 55:11Hebrews 4:122 Peter 1:31 Timothy 6:121 Corinthians 9:24Romans 7:15-20Links:The Gentleness ChallengePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward System

Mar 12, 2025 • 57min
Ep. 99: It’s Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn (A Chat with Greta Eskridge)
One of the biggest FAQs I receive weekly is how to tackle tough sexuality topics with our kids–one of the chief of which is pornography. Parents feel ill-equipped to handle this in an age-appropriate way. And yet, the world is more than eager to fill in the gaps and give our children images and words that aren’t appropriate for any age. In this episode, we tackle practical ways to equip parents with the tools they need to confidently address issues like what to do when being shown explicit images on a phone by a friend or family member, how to react when taunted by peers about sexual purity, and so much more. Be encouraged you are not alone in this fight and that your voice and guidance are crucial to helping your kids successfully navigate the murky waters of sexual temptation.Guest Info:Greta Eskridge - MaAndPaModernOrder Her Book Now: It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn (Available Wherever Books Are Sold)Visit Her Website: Gretaeskridge.comSponsor Info:Summit MinistriesFind Out More About Summit Here!Use This Link For $400 Off Summit Registration (Before March 31st)Voetberg Music AcademyCheck Out Voetberg Music Academy HereCode: misformama20Bible References:1 Peter 3:15Genesis 50:20Genesis 1:28Daniel 1:12-16Proverbs 24:11Genesis 39:7-20Galatians 5:22-23James 1:5Matthew 5:28Psalm 139:24Psalm 119:57Philippians 4:10-11John 10:10John 1:7Ephesians 6:13-17Links:The Gentleness ChallengePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward System

Mar 5, 2025 • 36min
Ep. 98: Lift Your Eyes (Motherhood Encouragement from Whitney Newby)
If you’ve ever found yourself discouraged in motherhood and wondering where to look for help, today’s guest, Whitney Newby from Brighter Day Press, has written a Scripture-drenched devotional geared toward helping you answer that exact question. In this episode, we chat all things motherhood, including the fallacy of “doing it all” (nobody does) and how to change our mindset when we’re being bombarded by negativity from the world. Be encouraged that there is hope and purpose in those moments of feeling stuck and not knowing where to turn. God is always by our side. Guest Info:Whitney Newby - Brighter Day PressPreorder Her Book Now: Lift Your Eyes - Releasing March 18th! (Also Available Wherever Books Are Sold)Visit Her Website: Brighterdaypress.com for Book Lists, Resources for Families, and More!Sponsor Info:Summit MinistriesFind Out More About Summit Here!Voetberg Music AcademyCheck out Voetberg Music Academy HereCode: misformama20Bible References:Romans 6:12 Corinthians 5:17 Galatians 6:15Romans 8:13Luke 9:23Matthew 25:14-30Matthew 25:23Psalm 121Hebrews 4:12Isaiah 40:11James 1:5Links:The Gentleness ChallengePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward SystemLeave a Review for the M is for Mama ShowPre-Order Hard Is Not the Same Thing as BadM Is For Mama Chore GuideM Is For Mama Meal Plan Sign-UpFind Abbie at:InstagramYouTubeFacebook

Feb 26, 2025 • 53min
Ep. 97: Motherhood Through the Ages (Finding Joy No Matter What Stage You’re In)
One of my biggest FAQs is, “How do you survive and thrive when you have only littles?” Followed closely by, “How do you find balance and meet the needs of so many different ages when you’re mothering multiple stages?” And finally, “How do you adjust to being needed less and losing some of your primary role in your kids’ lives as they age?”Clearly, moms are hungry for solid principles on which to build their motherhood skills at every stage and age. While this episode is hardly an exhaustive study of how to engage with every phase our children might go through, it is a great jumping off point for biblical truths that will serve you well as your children grow, and your role changes. Be encouraged that the Lord is not surprised by any mothering challenge you face, and He is faithful to equip you with just what you need just when you need it. Sponsor Info:Voetberg Music AcademyCheck out Voetberg Music Academy HereCode: misformama20Mentions:Ruth Ann ZimmYou Just Do EpisodeRhythms EpisodeBible References:Psalm 16:11Luke 9:23Matthew 20:16Philippians 4:12Psalm 119:57-64Philippians 4:11-13Galatians 6:9 Psalm 103:1Psalm 145:18Proverbs 3:5-7 Psalm 119:105Links:The Gentleness ChallengePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward SystemLeave a Review for the M is for Mama ShowPre-Order Hard Is Not the Same Thing as BadM Is For Mama Chore GuideM Is For Mama Meal Plan Sign-UpFind Abbie at:InstagramYouTubeFacebook

Feb 20, 2025 • 33min
Ep. 96: A Very Eventful Valentine’s Day Weekend (Lessons Learned and Remembered)
Shaun and I are not huge Valentine’s folks, although neither are we the type who grumble about “manufactured holidays” and “forced love.” We typically view the holiday as a reason to get special treats for our kids and sneak in a yummy meal together. This year, though, Shaun thought it would be fun to make it a weekend away. And it was! But also, parts of it weren’t. And there were plenty of opportunities to both learn from our mistakes and some rather unfortunate circumstances out of our control and also to remember anew the basic principles of not overreacting, giving each other grace, and keeping the main things the main things. Hopefully, you enjoy this Valentine’s Day Weekend storytime and come away encouraged to invest well in your marriage, whatever circumstantial hiccups come your way. If You Would Like to Send Feedback:abbie@misformama.netSponsor Info:Voetberg Music AcademyCheck out Voetberg Music Academy HereCode: misformama20Good Book MomCODE: ABBIE5CODE: ABBIE75 for all access yearly subscription for $75Dallas Restaurant Recommendations: Sixty VinesEgg PoshThe HenryBible References:Ephesians 4:26 James 3:62 Corinthians 10:51 Thessalonians 5:16-18Romans 7:15-202 Corinthians 5:17Links:The Gentleness ChallengePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward SystemLeave a Review for the M is for Mama ShowPre-Order Hard Is Not the Same Thing as BadM Is For Mama Chore GuideM Is For Mama Meal Plan Sign-UpFind Abbie at:InstagramYouTubeFacebook

Feb 12, 2025 • 33min
Ep. 95: WWKW February 2025
Welcome back to our monthly segment of Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday—Podcast Style, where you ask me questions, and I tackle as many as I can in an episode. In this episode, we address what personality I identify with most, how to overcome feelings of failure and hopelessness, what it means to be a lukewarm Christian, and so much more! I hope you'll be edified, encouraged, and, yes, at least a little but entertained by these Q&As! Enjoy! If You Would Like to Send Feedback:abbie@misformama.netSponsor Info:Voetberg Music AcademyCheck out Voetberg Music Academy HereCode: misformama20Book Study Guide Info:M Is For Mama Book Study GuideHard Is Not the Same Thing As Bad Book Study GuideSign Up to Be A Study Guide Group LeaderHere!Bible References:Galatians 6:9James 1:5 Ephesians 3:20Romans 8:28Revelations 3:14-22 John 14:15Hebrews 4:12Isaiah 55:11Psalm 119:105James 1:242 Corinthians 7:10Romans 6:2Luke 9:231 Corinthians 10:23-33Links:Rhythms Podcast EpisodeSeasons Podcast EpisodePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward SystemLeave a Review for the M is for Mama ShowPre-Order Hard Is Not the Same Thing as BadM Is For Mama Chore GuideM Is For Mama Meal Plan Sign-UpFind Abbie at:InstagramYouTubeFacebook

Feb 5, 2025 • 39min
Ep. 94: Facing the Future Without Fear (Encouragement for Today and Tomorrow)
Have you ever found yourself crippled with fear or indecision when faced with a major life change or the prospect of an unknown outcome? If so, join the club!The truth of the Christian life is we’re called to more than curling up in a ball of dread or allowing ourselves to get worked up in a tizzy of anxiety.On the contrary, the Bible makes it very clear that, though we don’t know the outcome of our futures, we do know the Outcome Determiner. And that is better.Be encouraged, friends, that you can walk forward into unknown circumstances with an unshakable confidence in the goodness of God and His sovereign will for your life. If You Would Like to Send Feedback:abbie@misformama.netSponsor Info:Voetberg Music AcademyCheck out Voetberg Music Academy Here Code: misformama20Bible References:Matthew 7:141 Corinthians 10:311 Peter 5:7Romans 8:28Matthew 6:9-13Matthew 16:6Matthew 6:342 Corinthians 10:5Proverbs 3:5-6Matthew 25:14-30Psalm 50:10Romans 8:31-39Hebrews 12:22 Corinthians 5:17Links:Siblings Podcast EpisodePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward SystemLeave a Review for the M is for Mama ShowPre-Order Hard Is Not the Same Thing as BadM Is For Mama Chore GuideM Is For Mama Meal Plan Sign-UpFind Abbie at:InstagramYouTubeFacebook

Jan 29, 2025 • 55min
Ep. 93: Informed Consent and Medical Freedom (A Chat with Just the Inserts)
No matter on what side of the line you fall when it comes to issues like vaccines, birth protocols, hormonal contraceptives, and common pharmaceuticals, I hope we can all agree that knowing what the meds say about themselves is important to being able to make an informed decisions. This premise is the very foundation on which Alexandra has built her platform, Just The Inserts. Through her social media, free resources, and book, she urges consumers to read the inserts that accompany any pharmaceutical available to us and even teaches her followers how to decipher the information they’re ingesting.In this episode, Alexandra and I chat about what informed consent really means and why it’s important to do adequate research before delaying, denying, or accepting any treatment or pill for ourselves or our families. We hope you’ll be empowered by this episode to make confident choices for your and your family’s health.If You Would Like to Send Feedback:abbie@misformama.netSponsor Info:Voetberg Music AcademyCheck out Voetberg Music Academy Here Code: misformama20Adel Natural CosmeticsCheck out Adel Natural CosmeticsCode: misformama Follow Adel Natural CosmeticsGood Book MomCheck out Good Book Mom's BooklistsCode: ABBIE5 for $5/mo off or ABBIE75 for $75/yearGuest Info:Alexandra - Just The InsertsFollow Alexandra on Instagram hereFollow Alexandra on X hereFree training course How to Read an InsertCheck out Alexendra's siteBuy her book - Well ConsideredBible References:1 Corinthians 9:19-23Links:Siblings Podcast EpisodePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward SystemLeave a Review for the M is for Mama ShowPre-Order Hard Is Not the Same Thing as BadM Is For Mama Chore GuideM Is For Mama Meal Plan Sign-UpFind Abbie at:InstagramYouTubeFacebook


