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M Is for Mama Podcast

by Abbie Halberstadt · English · Kids & Family

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!

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 46 min
Latest: 7 Oct 2026
Language: English

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7 Oct 2026 · 40 minNew

Ep. 162: Contentment Breeds Capacity + Big News!

Our current culture gives us every reason to make excuses for our lack of capacity: circumstances, trauma, personality, etc. But what if we truly believed that God’s Word and power truly have everything we need for life and godliness and that we truly can do so much more than we feel capable of—not because we are great but because Christ is. In this episode, I talk about the link between choosing contentment and growing capacity, backed by Paul’s famous, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” When we have hit a wall of capability, we still have the ability to turn to God in…

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S4 · E161 · 30 Sep 2026 · 37 min

Ep. 161: I’ve Loved You from the Start (A Chat with Tabitha Paige)

Bestselling children’s author + illustrator, Tabitha Paige joins me on this episode to talk about her precious new book, I’ve Loved You From the Start. She shares the deeply personal story behind its creation (inspired by her special needs son, Ducky) and gives so much encouragement in motherhood, Christian perseverance, and joy through struggle. I loved this conversation, and I know you will too! Guest Info: Tabitha Paige is a bestselling children’s author, illustrator, artist, speech-language pathologist, and mother of four. Her beautiful watercolor books are created to help little ones…
S4 · E160 · 23 Sep 2026 · 45 min

Ep. 160: She Reads Truth (A Chat with Rachel Myers)

If you know one thing about me, it’s that I think you should read your Bible. A lot. And then read it some more. And this episode’s guest agrees with me! Raechel Myers, co-founder of She Reads Truth, joins me to talk about how busy Christian women can incorporate Bible reading into their everyday lives, the impact our faithfulness to God’s Word can have on the rest of our family, and the importance of doing whatever it takes to minimize distractions that lead us away from Bible reading. Join us as we chat all things Scripture, and be encouraged that God’s Word is transformative for every…
S4 · E159 · 16 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

Ep. 159: A Biblical Look at Sleep Training (A Chat with Jessie Martin)

If you have questions about sleep training, this is the show for you! Not only is Jessie Martin a pediatric sleep specialist who has helped numerous clients find the best plan for optimizing sleep in their individual homes, but she’s also a Bible-believing Christian who desires to honor God with her work. Sleep training has become a hotly debated topic, especially on social media. It’s common to find opposing groups of thoughts passionately debating (aka: screaming at each other about) their views. But the truth is there is so much freedom in Christ to find what works best for your family.…
S4 · E158 · 9 Sep 2026 · 45 min

Ep. 158: WWKW (Dating + Friendships + Sibling Relationships)

We’re back with another round of Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday, podcast style after a long break! This episode, I’m tackling your questions about teen dating guidelines, how to move forward after a friendship breakup, how to foster great sibling relationships, and more! It’s always fun to do a catchup episode with you, dear listeners. Enjoy! Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at-home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 at checkout for 20% off of each month that you are…
S4 · E157 · 2 Sep 2026 · 38 min

Ep. 157: Built on Faith (A Chat with Dr. Ben Carson)

Today’s show welcomes Dr. Ben Carson who shares with us about how the Lord grabbed ahold of his life in his teens and had guided him ever since—through an illustrious medical career, influential positions in government, and writing bestselling books. Through it all, he emphasizes personal responsibility and returning to the roots of our nation’s Christian faith. Be encouraged that you have so much agency to direct your children toward Truth and hard work. Dr. Carson credits his mother with greatly influencing his growth and success and with setting him on a path away from destruction. As we…
S4 · E156 · 26 Aug 2026 · 38 min

Ep. 156: Teaching Toddler Theology (A Chat with Lauren Groves)

If you’ve ever struggled with how to convey deep theological concepts in a simple way to your toddlers, this episode is for you! In it, we talk about the common obstacles that keep parents of young children from engaging with and catechizing them. So often, it’s less about a lack of desire and more about feeling intimidated and not knowing where to start. Lauren Groves has written a series called Toddler Theology to address this pain point for parents. I can personally attest to how much my little ones enjoy her colorful, simply structured board books, and I know upper will too! Sponsor…
S4 · E155 · 19 Aug 2026 · 46 min

Ep. 155: Double Delights (A Chat with Evy and Nola Halberstadt)

My twin girls, Evy and Nola, are some of the most delightful humans I know, and they join me on the show to chat all things Double Delights (the baking book they wrote with me). We talk about how much we learned in the process of writing this book, how it came to be in the first place, and which recipes we love the most. I know you’ll love hearing from Evy and Nola as much as I loved having them on the show! Double Delights is available for preorder now and officially launches on October 6! Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at-home, shareable…
S4 · E154 · 12 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

Ep. 154: Does It Really Take a Village? (A Chat with Jennifer Flanders)

We’re back with season 4 of the M is for Mama podcast, and we’re kicking it off with one of my favorite people, Jennifer Flanders. In this episode, we chat about all things “village” in motherhood. It’s no secret that moms need help, but the ultimate question is from where? And what do we do when we’re in seasons of little or no help from our community? We tackle these questions (and lots more) with personal experience and, so much more importantly, truth from God’s Word. Whether your mom lives down the street and comes over every day to help or you live 500 miles from your closest family…
S3 · E153 · 24 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 46 min

Ep. 153: A Candid Q&A About Catholicism—Part 2 (with Pastor Rick Witmer)

In our Part 1 of this series, we answered common questions about Catholicism from the Catholic perspective with help from a Catholic priest. In Part 2, we’re sharing answers from a Protestant viewpoint.The number one question I get asked from Catholics is, “We seem so aligned on a lot of topics, so why aren’t you Catholic?”We answer this question and so many more in this episode—particularly focusing on the biblical passages on which we are basing our beliefs and convictions. (You’ll find all those references below!)We also highlight the key theological differences that mean our answers must…
S3 · E152 · 17 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 35 min

Ep. 152: A Candid Q&A about Catholicism—Part 1 (with Pastor Rick Witmer)

You asked, we’re answering! After months of receiving questions about Catholicism, I decided it was time to dive in. I’ve invited Wit (my pastor) to join me as we address FAQs about Catholicism from Protestants (Part 1) and answer questions about Protestants from Catholics (Part 2). For Part 1, Wit interviewed a local Catholic priest, Father Gavin, to ensure that our answers accurately reflect the Catholic perspective. Any answers he gives in this episode either come directly from Father Gavin’s responses or from other sources accepted by the Catholic Church. Although we provide some…
S3 · E151 · 10 Jun 2026 · 45 min

Ep. 151: Why Family Devotionals Matter (With Melissa and Michael Kruger)

We know we’re supposed to read the Bible with our kids. But sometimes, we overlook the why of its importance. In this episode, Melissa and Michael Kruger approach the topic of family devotionals in a way that makes it seem doable—because it is! It’s not about perfection but instead intention. And with their new book. The Good News Family Devotional, they’ve created a resource that walks parents through the process of teaching God’s Word (in this case, the gospel of Mark) to our children. Our best advice? Just start somewhere, and then stay the course, trusting the Lord to direct your path…
3 Jun 2026 · 36 min

Ep. 150: Boyhood Resurrected (A Chat with Rebekah Lovell)

If you’ve ever wondered how you’ll survive your boys’ energy and verve for life, if you’ve been concerned the walls might not be standing by the time they leave the house, and if you’ve racked your brain for productive ways to channel their zeal for life, this episode is for you. Rebekah Lovell is a boy mom of two, and she joins me (mom of seven males) to talk about the wild, wonderful world of boyhood and why it’s so important to steward our boys’ masculine traits for the glory of God. We touch on the endless energy and how to harness it, how to address boys differently than girls, how to…
S3 · E149 · 27 May 2026 · 54 min

Ep. 149: Raising “Successful” Young Adults (A Chat with Jonathan Brush)

Are we willing our young adults for success as they go out into the world, and are we even defining success correctly? These questions are just two of the many I tackle with my guest, Jonathan Brush from Unbound Ministries. With multiple decades of working with youth and young adults under his belt, Jonathan approaches helping them thrive in a world full of pitfalls and opportunities for failure in a refreshing, practical, and approachable way. Be encouraged, parents, that, in Christ, you have what it takes to equip your older kids with the biblical knowledge and godly principles they need…
S3 · E148 · 20 May 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

Ep. 148: WWKW (May 2026)

In our last Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday episode of this podcast season, I share several tidbits of exciting news from our family (hint: Europe 2.0, baby!), answer your burning questions about toddlers, and so much more! I’m so glad you enjoy these long-form answer-style episodes as much as I enjoy making them! If you have a WWKW question for me, you can always submit it for consideration to abbie@misformama.net Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions…
S3 · E147 · 14 May 2026 · 52 min

Ep. 147: Prepping for Postpartum (A Chat with Anne Marie Williams)

Postpartum is such a special time in every mom’s life, but it can also has its fair share of challenges: hormonal shifts, sleepless nights, and physical recovery, to name a few. Our guest Anne Marie Williams is here to encourage moms to be proactive with their postpartum, actively pursuing ways to get help, think ahead, and manage their expectations. We chat about everything from meal prep to different postpartum syndromes to getting back into exercise—all with the goal of bringing more joy and peace to the postpartum mom’s life. Take heart that you can be prepared with God-honoring,…
S3 · E146 · 6 May 2026 · 31 min

Ep. 146: The Piggybank Playbook (A Chat with Bryant Greening)

If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s desire to have a lemonade stand is an indication of future financial stewardship or a glimmer of true entrepreneurial spirit, you’ll love this episode! Bryant Greening has taken his own childhood (then adult) propensities for building businesses and translated them into a resource for kids called The Piggybank Playbook. Part vision casting, part practical record-keeping practice, the Piggybank Playbook helps parents take their child’s interests and transform them into something actionable and even charitable. If you’ve been looking for a way to…
S3 · E145 · 29 Apr 2026 · 56 min

Ep. 145: Contentment for Christian Women (A Chat with Tilly Dillehay)

What if we truly believe our contentment were not linked to our circumstances—that we really do have the ability to give thanks in all circumstances, as we’re exhorted to do by Scripture? What would it change? For the Christian woman mired in bitterness and comparison, the answer just might be “everything.” In this conversation with Tilly Dillehay, we explore the influences in modern culture that drive Christian women to consider themselves short-changed by their husbands, their children, and, ultimately, God. Join us for a thought-provoking show sure to step on your toes a little even while…
S3 · E144 · 22 Apr 2026 · 48 min

Ep. 144: Healthy Eating Tips for Kids

Every week, on Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday, I get asked for tips for picky eaters, how to get kids in the kitchen (without losing your mind), and teaching kids about healthy eating choices. In this episode, we tackle all of these topics and more with Katie Kimble from Raising Healthy Families. She provides lots of practical suggestions for overwhelmed moms, gives great insight on how to equip kids to take agency for their contributions at home (and in the kitchen, specifically), and helps demystify the struggle to feed kids healthy food. I know every mom who listens to this episode will…
S3 · E143 · 15 Apr 2026 · 41 min

Ep. 143: We’re Building Another House!! (Q&A)

If you had asked me if I had finding acreage and building another house on my bingo card for 2026, my answer would have been a resounding NO! And yet, here we are! In this episode, I’m tackling a bunch of your FAQs about how this came to be, the plan for our current house, and what we’re hoping to keep the same/change in the new build. We’re excited (and a little nervous) to embark on this adventure and hope you’ll enjoy coming along for the ride! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids…
S3 · E142 · 8 Apr 2026 · 50 min

Ep. 142: From Administrator to Homeschool Educator (A Chat with Mandy Davis)

Homeschool moms, you’re in for a treat as I chat today with Mandy Davis, a former public school administrator turned homeschool educator. In this episode, we talk about her unlikely journey to homeschooling as well as what made her keep going once she arrived. Woven throughout are so many tidbits and practical tips for new and seasoned homeschool moms. Not only that, but Mandy’s created a resource for all homeschooling families capped The Homeschool Bible—with the goal of comprehensively answering the most common homeschooling questions. I know it will be a blessing to you! Sponsor Info:…
S3 · E142 · 1 Apr 2026 · 47 min

Ep. 141: Help! I’m Ruining My Kids! (A Gospel Chat with Abbey Wedgeworth)

On today’s show, Abbie and Abbey talk all things grace, mom guilt, and perseverance in motherhood. In a world that can swing from extremes such as try-hard motherhood perfectionism to the “hot mess express” mom, finding our center on the truth of the completed work of Christ for us as moms can feel almost impossible. I’m thankful for grounded voices like Abbey’s who help moms to discern Scripture rightly and remind them of their worth in Christ as well as the high calling they have received to raise up the next generation in the teaching and admonition of the Lord. Be encouraged you are not…
S3 · E140 · 25 Mar 2026 · 41 min

Episode 140: Christians and Birth (A Chat with Dannette McGrew)

If you’re a Christian and a mother (or soon to become one), this episode is for you! Dannette McGrew, certified birth doula, is on the podcast today to talk about Christians and birth. We discuss everything from hypnobirthing to the best place to give birth (spoiler: it’s wherever the Lord leads you). Everything that Dannette shares is rooted in a desire to compare birthing practices to the Word of God and approach birth in a way that honors the Giver of life. Regardless of how your births have gone, I know you’ll find food for thought in today’s show. Enjoy! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg…
S3 · E139 · 18 Mar 2026 · 42 min

Ep. 139: Spiritual Self-Talk (The Art of Preaching Truth to Yourself)

If you’ve ever found yourself mumbling about what you’re doing in the pantry or asking yourself why you walked into the garage and flipped on the lights, then you’re probably well-versed in the art of talking to yourself. The science behind it is obvious: As we vocalize our thoughts out loud, we help our brains process better. So, what if we applied this truth to our spiritual lives and began “talking back” to the lies our brains try to sell us sometimes? This exact practice of preaching truth to myself—out loud—is one that has served me well over 20 years of marriage and parenting. And I…
S3 · E138 · 11 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

Ep. 138: Teenage Girls Are Fun (A Q&A with Della)

Today’s episode is extra-special since I have my 15-year-old daughter Della joining me to chat and answer your questions. We talk about what it’s like to be the oldest girl in a large family, how to navigate sibling conflict, what she’s looking forward to in her future and so much more! I hope you enjoy hearing from Della’s much as I enjoyed chatting with her! She’s truly a gem of a human being. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tighten Your Tinkler⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit…
S3 · E137 · 4 Mar 2026 · 55 min

Ep. 137: Taking on Teens (A Chat with RuthAnn Zimmerman)

In a world that tells every parent of young children, “Just you wait until they’re teens. Then you’ll really know how bad parenting can be,” RuthAnn Zimmerman and I are here to call hog wash. Yes, teens are a unique challenge and need to be treated with kindness and discernment. Yes, teen struggles can feel much bigger and scarier than toddler meltdowns. But teenagers also can be delightful, funny, and thoughtful. In this show, we debunk the myth that the teen stage has to be miserable and talk about some strategies we’ve employed to not just survive but thrive through it. I know you’ll be…
S3 · E136 · 25 Feb 2026 · 46 min

Ep. 136: Raising Responsible Kids (A Chat with RuthAnn Zimmerman)

One of my biggest FAQs involves questions about chores, kids’ responsibilities, and teaching children self-discipline. On this episode, I invite my friend RuthAnn Zimmerman to share her wisdom about intentionally facilitating responsibility and stewardship in children through hard work, discipline, and appropriate expectations. She talks about how they chose to take on animals and tasks for the sake of giving their children meaningful work, how we as moms should be “working ourselves out of a job”—at least for a time— and why our idolization of childhood can actually hold our children back.…
S3 · E135 · 18 Feb 2026 · 33 min

Ep. 135: A Marriage Chat with Shaun

Today’s episode has a rare treat—an appearance from my husband, Shaun. We tackle some of your burning questions, most notably how to stay connected in seasons of stress, busyness, small children, or all of the above. We hope you’ll glean some helpful tidbits from this marriage chat and that you’ll be encouraged to invest faithfully in your own marriage each and every day. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tighten Your Tinkler⁠⁠⁠ Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their…
S3 · E134 · 11 Feb 2026 · 47 min

Ep. 134 Kat and Chat (A Conversation with a Kindred-Spirit Mama)

Sometimes, you meet someone with whom you instantly click, and it feels like you’ve known each other for decades. That’s how it felt when I found my friend Kat online. We started chatting via DMs, and a couple of years later, we got the chance to hang out face-to-face when she came to stay at our house for my book launch party for You Bet Your Stretch Marks. Our conversations during our time together ranged from the ridiculous to the deeply theological (and everything in between). I knew Kat would make the perfect guest on the podcast for a blend of informal chatting and meaty biblical…
S3 · E133 · 4 Feb 2026 · 33 min

Ep. 133: “Must Be Nice” (And Other Lies That Steal Our Joy)

What if we truly believed God’s power gave us everything we need for life and godliness? That His power really is made perfect in our weakness? That His grace is actually sufficient for every circumstance we encounter? In this episode, we dive into the kind of thought patterns that keep us stuck in resentment + bitterness, instead of contentment (“must be nice” and “if I had what she had, I’d be able to…” are big ones!). And we talk about practical ways to reshape our thoughts to align with Truth from God’s Word. The Bible tells us we are already overcomers if we have Christ. The goal is to…

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Publisher: Abbie Halberstadt
Language: English
Category: Kids & Family
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 46 min
Latest episode: 7 Oct 2026
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