

Mom Wife Career Life | Time Management & Work-Life Balance for Working Moms, Mindset, Healthy Habits, Positive Parenting
Kerri Patt - Work-Life Balance & Time Management Coach for Working Moms
The Go-To Podcast for Ambitious Working Moms and Corporate Moms Who Want Time Management Tips, Work-Life Balance, and Space for What Truly Matters!
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Are you a working mom trying to do it all... career, kids, marriage, home... while wondering if balance is even possible?Do you dream of feeling calm, organized, and intentional… instead of stressed, scattered, and stretched too thin?
Welcome to Mom Wife Career Life... the podcast that helps busy working moms and corporate mom (my sweet spot!) simplify their schedules, master time management, and create the work-life balance you’ve been craving.
Here, you’ll learn how to:
Master time management so you can get more done in less time (and with less stress).
Create healthy habits that stick... at work and at home.
Organize your home, schedule, and routines for a calmer life.
Set boundaries that protect your time, energy, and peace.
Live with intention, focusing on what matters most: your family, your dreams, and yourself.
Reclaim personal time without guilt, so you can show up as your best self.
Hi, I’m Kerri... a wife, mom of 3, time management coach, a leader in the coporate world, and recovering perfectionist. For years, I said “yes” to everything… except myself. I know what it’s like to be buried under the weight of all the hats we wear as working moms. I also know how it feels to realize you’re missing the moments that matter most.
Through years of research, trial and error, and intentional living, I’ve developed simple systems and mindset shifts that help ambitious moms, corporate moms, mom entrepreneurs, and busy women everywhere find calm in the chaos. And now, I’m sharing them with YOU.
If you’re ready to:
Feel in control of your calendar instead of controlled by it
Start your mornings with calm instead of chaos
Create a work-life balance that actually works for your real life
And make time for your passions without neglecting your priorities
…then you’re in the right place, Mama.
New episodes drop twice a week... hit Follow so you never miss the strategies, stories, and inspiration that will help you design a life you love.
📍 Website: www.momwifecareerlife.com📍 Facebook Group: Work-Life Balance for Working Moms📍 Instagram: @mom.wife.career.life📍 Email: support@momwifecareerlife.com
TOP 1.5% PODCAST GLOBALLY!
Are you a working mom trying to do it all... career, kids, marriage, home... while wondering if balance is even possible?Do you dream of feeling calm, organized, and intentional… instead of stressed, scattered, and stretched too thin?
Welcome to Mom Wife Career Life... the podcast that helps busy working moms and corporate mom (my sweet spot!) simplify their schedules, master time management, and create the work-life balance you’ve been craving.
Here, you’ll learn how to:
Master time management so you can get more done in less time (and with less stress).
Create healthy habits that stick... at work and at home.
Organize your home, schedule, and routines for a calmer life.
Set boundaries that protect your time, energy, and peace.
Live with intention, focusing on what matters most: your family, your dreams, and yourself.
Reclaim personal time without guilt, so you can show up as your best self.
Hi, I’m Kerri... a wife, mom of 3, time management coach, a leader in the coporate world, and recovering perfectionist. For years, I said “yes” to everything… except myself. I know what it’s like to be buried under the weight of all the hats we wear as working moms. I also know how it feels to realize you’re missing the moments that matter most.
Through years of research, trial and error, and intentional living, I’ve developed simple systems and mindset shifts that help ambitious moms, corporate moms, mom entrepreneurs, and busy women everywhere find calm in the chaos. And now, I’m sharing them with YOU.
If you’re ready to:
Feel in control of your calendar instead of controlled by it
Start your mornings with calm instead of chaos
Create a work-life balance that actually works for your real life
And make time for your passions without neglecting your priorities
…then you’re in the right place, Mama.
New episodes drop twice a week... hit Follow so you never miss the strategies, stories, and inspiration that will help you design a life you love.
📍 Website: www.momwifecareerlife.com📍 Facebook Group: Work-Life Balance for Working Moms📍 Instagram: @mom.wife.career.life📍 Email: support@momwifecareerlife.com
Episodes
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Aug 26, 2025 • 19min
244. How to Stay Visible at Work When You’re Working From Home (Without Burning Out)
Remote-working moms face the challenge of staying visible without burnout. Discover how to align with your manager’s style and over-communicate effectively. Learn the importance of using your voice and face, and how keeping a 'done' list can boost your recognition. Building micro-connections creates trust and opens new opportunities. You'll also find smart ways to take initiative and how lifting others up can enhance your career visibility. Get ready to be recognized for the value you bring!

Aug 25, 2025 • 5min
243. Mindset Reset: Staying Visibile & Valued By Your Company When You Work From Home
This week, the focus is on how remote working moms can enhance their visibility and impact. Discover why being always online doesn’t equate to being memorable. Explore practical tips for intentional engagement in meetings and projects, emphasizing the power of celebrating wins and giving credit. Learn to shift from seeking validation to creating lasting impressions with your work. Join the mindset challenge to intentionally increase your presence this week!

Aug 19, 2025 • 12min
242. The Working Mom’s Guide to Creating a Home Command Center That Actually Works
Discover how to establish a home command center that keeps your family organized and stress-free. Learn essential elements like weekly calendars and chore charts that streamline communication. Find out the best locations for maximum usage and tips for effortless updates. This approach aims to reduce mental load and create a more peaceful household. Plus, get a free guide for budget-friendly meal planning that even picky eaters will love. Embrace the chaos less and gain a sense of control!

Aug 18, 2025 • 6min
241. Mindset Reset: Creating Structure & Systems That Bring You Peace As A Working Mom
Hi Mamas,
This week’s Monday Mindset is for every working mom staring at a calendar that looks like a box of crayons exploded all over it… sports schedules, surprise school projects, last-minute permission slips, and the never-ending “Mama, what’s for dinner?” loop.
If your brain feels like it’s running 47 tabs (and one of them is blasting mystery YouTube music you can’t find)… you’re not alone.
This week, we’re grounding ourselves in one simple but powerful reminder:
💭 “You can’t control the chaos, but you can create structure that brings peace.”
Inside This Episode, We’ll Talk About:
✔️ Why chaos is unavoidable… and why that’s okay
✔️ How simple structures (not perfection) can change how your week feels
✔️ The real reason a shared system lightens your mental load
✔️ Practical, low-stress ways to get your family on the same page
✔️ How to create rhythms that protect your energy and peace
Because mama, the goal isn’t to make life perfect… it’s to make it doable… with room to breathe, be present, and actually enjoy the people you’re working so hard for.
💛 This Week’s Mindset Challenge:
✅ Pick one small area of your week to bring more structure to.
Print and post your meal plan on the fridge (grab my free Meal Planning Made Easy guide for a pretty template!)
Create or update a shared calendar with your partner and older kids
Designate a drop spot for all school papers to keep them from multiplying on your counters
✅ Ask yourself: Does this give me peace?
If it does… keep going. If it feels like pressure, tweak it until it works for you.
Remember: Structure isn’t one more thing on your to-do list… it’s a tool that takes things off your to-do list.
📣 I’d love to hear what you set up this week! Come share it in our free Facebook community Work-Life Balance for Working Moms so we can cheer you on (and maybe borrow a brilliant idea or two!).
⭐ If this episode gave you a little breathing room, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify — your reviews help more amazing moms find the show! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
📌 Grab Your Freebies!
🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist
💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts
🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity)
📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes
🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too
🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care
Want to connect with other amazing moms?
Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day!
⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰
If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!
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Love & Light,
Kerri
Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show!
Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/
Website: momwifecareerlife.com
Book a Time Management Coaching Session

Aug 12, 2025 • 23min
240. Back-to-School Survival Guide: School Prep Systems Every Working Mom Needs - Throwback with Bonuses!
Hey mama,
Can you believe it’s already time to trade beach bags for backpacks and pool floats for planners?
In today’s episode, we’re throwing it back to one of your favorite back-to-school episodes…with some brand-new bonus tips to help you start this school year with more calm, more confidence, and way less chaos. Whether you’re navigating high school sports, picky eaters, or your first-ever teen driver (send help... and snacks), this episode is here to help you reset your routines and reclaim your rhythm.
You’ll learn real-life, working-mom-approved systems to simplify the back-to-school transition so you can:
✔️ Sync your family calendars like a boss
✔️ Create a home command center that actually works
✔️ Build smooth morning and evening routines (and get your sanity back)
✔️ Streamline school lunches and homework chaos
✔️ Set screen-time boundaries that stick (yes, even with teens!)
✔️ Reclaim your Sundays with a family strategy session
✔️ Prioritize yourself in this season of hustle
✨ Plus, I’m sharing a few personal updates (cue the college visits and senior-year emotions 😭) and giving you Bonus Tips for creating a “Grab & Go” breakfast station, setting intentions for the year, and doing a back-to-school dry run that eases everyone’s anxiety.
🔗 Grab the Freebie!
🎁 Meal Planning Made Simple
Take the mental load off your weeknights with this free guide that helps you build a flexible, budget-friendly meal plan your family will actually eat (picky kids included!).
👉 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide
💛 Feeling encouraged by today’s episode?
👉 Share it with a friend, leave a quick review, or DM me on Instagram @mom.wife.career.life — your messages truly mean the world to me. 🌟
💬 Let’s keep this conversation going!
Join our free Facebook community Work-Life Balance for Working Moms and tell us:
What’s one worry you’re ready to let go of this week? 💭
⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please take a minute to leave a 5-star review on iTunes… your reviews help more moms find the show!
📌 Grab More Freebies!
🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist
💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts
🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity)
📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes
🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too
🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care
Want to connect with other amazing moms?
Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day!
⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰
If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!
Love & Light,
Kerri
Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show!
Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/
Website: momwifecareerlife.com
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Aug 11, 2025 • 7min
239. Mindset Reset: Stop Resisting Change and Start Embracing It As A Working Mom
Hi Mamas,
This week’s Monday Mindset is for every mom bracing for the whirlwind of back-to-school season... the papers, the schedules, the sports practices, the 17 back-to-school emails… and the emotional rollercoaster of watching your babies grow up way too fast.
Whether you’re clinging to the last days of summer or counting down to routine and quiet coffee, this episode is your invitation to shift how you respond to change… with less resistance and more intention.
We’re anchoring this week’s reset with one powerful Chinese proverb:
💭 “When the winds of change blow, some people build walls… and others build windmills.”
In today’s episode, I’m diving into:
✔️ What to do when change feels like too much too fast
✔️ How to stop resisting the chaos and start using it to your advantage
✔️ Real-life examples of setting boundaries, letting go of perfection, and building support
✔️ How to know which expectations are worth holding—and which you can release
✔️ Why adapting with grace doesn’t mean giving up—it means getting smarter
💛 This Week’s Mindset Challenge:
✅ Ask yourself: Where am I building walls right now?
Is it in your schedule? Your relationships? Your mindset?
✅ Then ask: What would it look like to build a windmill instead?
Could you shift your routine? Release an expectation? Ask for help? Set a boundary?
✅ Extra credit: Revisit Episode 125 (Build Your Village) and Episode 238 (Glass vs. Rubber Balls) to help support you as you ride the winds of this season.
Mama, back-to-school season doesn’t have to knock you down. You were made for change. You were built for the wind. So take a deep breath, adjust your sails, and remember… you’ve got this. 💪
📣 Come share your mindset shift in our free Facebook community, Work-Life Balance for Working Moms . We’re in this together, and your story could be exactly what another mama needs to hear today. 🎉
⭐ If this episode gave you a pep in your step, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your reviews help more amazing moms find the show and take action on their dreams! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
📌 Grab Your Freebies!
🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist
💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts
🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity)
📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes
🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too
🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care
Want to connect with other amazing moms?
Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day!
⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰
If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!
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Love & Light,
Kerri
Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show!
Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/
Website: momwifecareerlife.com
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Aug 5, 2025 • 18min
238. Burnout and Overwhelmed? Here's The Stress-Busting Trick That Saved My Sanity As A Working Mom
This discussion dives into the chaos of juggling motherhood and work. The metaphor of 'glass balls' versus 'rubber balls' highlights how to prioritize tasks that truly matter. It encourages listeners to embrace imperfection and set boundaries for their peace. Tips for identifying urgent tasks and letting go of less critical ones provide relief. Ultimately, it's an empowering reminder that it's okay to pause and breathe amidst the juggling act of life.

Aug 4, 2025 • 7min
237. Mindset Reset: You Are a Masterpiece in Progress: A Mindset Shift Every Working Mom Needs
Hi Mamas,
This week, we’re kicking things off with a quote that hits deep in the heart of every busy, high-achieving, working mom who’s ever wondered if she’s doing enough or being enough:
💭 “You are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress at the same time.” — Sophia Bush
Read that again. Let it sink in. Because this episode is your weekly permission slip to let go of the pressure to “arrive” and instead honor the process you’re in… yes, even the hard, uncertain, tear-streaked parts.
Inside This Episode, We Talk About:
✔️ Why moms feel pressure to do it all and hold it all together
✔️ What it really means to live in the tension of gratitude + overwhelm
✔️ How faith, healing, and trusting the process can turn your mess into your message
✔️ A powerful mindset challenge to help you release guilt and walk with grace this week
Whether you're hiding in your minivan for 5 minutes of peace or folding laundry while refereeing toddler debates over who looked at who first—this episode will remind you that you’re doing better than you think… and you are not alone.
💛 Weekly Mindset Challenge:
This isn’t just feel-good inspiration… it’s a practical, soul-nourishing exercise you can do right now:
Write down one area of your life where you feel like a work in progress. (Marriage? Finances? Patience? Health? Yep, all of the above is valid.)
Underneath it, write:
“God’s not finished here. And I don’t have to have it all together to be worthy today.”
(Or change “God” to whatever source of strength and faith feels aligned for you.)
Say a prayer, affirmation, or intention. Ask for guidance, peace, and strength for the journey.
✨ You don’t have to wait until you’ve got it all figured out to be proud of who you are today. ✨
📢 Want to go deeper?
Join our free Facebook group:
Work-Life Balance for Working Moms …a space for ambitious women juggling all the hats to get support, laugh about the chaos, and be reminded: you’re doing important work… even on the days it feels like a hot mess.
⭐ If this episode gave you a pep in your step, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your reviews help more amazing moms find the show and take action on their dreams! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
📌 Grab Your Freebies!
🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist
💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts
🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity)
📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes
🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too
🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care
Want to connect with other amazing moms?
Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day!
⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰
If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!
Bottom of Form
Love & Light,
Kerri
Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show!
Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/
Website: momwifecareerlife.com
Book a Time Management Coaching Session

Jul 29, 2025 • 21min
236. How To Stop Overthinking And Start Deciding With Confidence As A Working Mom
Struggling with overthinking as a working mom? You're not alone! This discussion dives into decision-making strategies, including a time limit framework to boost your confidence. Discover how to differentiate between intuition and fear, while practical mindset shifts help you avoid crowd-sourcing your choices. Learn to reset your brain with anchor questions and set healthy boundaries to protect your peace. Empower yourself with tools that foster self-trust and community support for clearer, more confident decisions!

Jul 28, 2025 • 7min
235. Monday Mindset: Why Indecision Is Stealing Your Dreams and How To Take Them Back
Hi Mamas,
This week’s episode is for every mom who’s ever stayed stuck in a loop of “what ifs,” replaying every scenario until your brain’s spinning like your toddler on a sugar high.
We’re digging into a quote that might just shake you out of indecision and into aligned action:
💭 “Indecision steals more dreams than wrong decisions ever will.” — Danielle LaPorte
Whether you’re second-guessing a big move, a tiny step, or what to order off the takeout menu… this mindset drop is your permission slip to just choose. Because not deciding? That’s still a decision… and usually not the one your future self will thank you for.
💛 This Week’s Mindset Challenge:
✅ Pick one decision you’ve been putting off.
Big or small… it all counts. (Think: family vacation, saying no to that draining invite, starting that gym membership…)
✅ Ask yourself these three questions:
• What would I do if I trusted myself completely?
• If I couldn’t fail, what would I choose?
• Which decision gets me closer to the life I’m trying to build?
✅ Then… DECIDE.
Rip the Band-Aid. Set a deadline. Take the first step. You can always pivot—but you can’t build momentum standing still.
📣 And don’t keep it to yourself… come tell us inside our free Facebook community Work-Life Balance for Working Moms what decision you’re making this week so we can celebrate and support you! 🎉
⭐ If this episode gave you a pep in your step, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your reviews help more amazing moms find the show and take action on their dreams! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
📌 Grab Your Freebies!
🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist
💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts
🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity)
📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes
🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too
🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care
Want to connect with other amazing moms?
Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day!
⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰
If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!
Love & Light,
Kerri
Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show!
Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/
Website: momwifecareerlife.com
Book a Time Management Coaching Session