No Manual: A Momcast

No Manual: A Momcast

by Erika and Laura

Full Circle: A Foster Mom’s Journey Through Reunification, Heartbreak, and Adoption With Elle Flowers

This week Erika and Laura talk with Elle Flowers about her experiences through motherhood. Becoming a mom through foster care, the bittersweet experience of her first placement being reunified and fostering the boys who ended up staying with her forever. Her journey shows the real truths of being a foster mom, from the frustrations and heartbreak to the unimaginable love for another mom's child. If you would like to share your story, your wins, mom moments, or have episode requests we'd love for you to connect with us on Instagram @no_manual_podcast or sayhi@nomanualpodcast.com

Remaining You While Raising Them Book Review Part 2

This week Erika and Laura continue talking book club style discussing their thoughts about Alli Worthington's book "Remaining You While Raising Them: The Secret Art of Confident Motherhood" discussing topics like social media, mom guilt, self-care, perfection, and allowing our kids to fail. Remaining You While Raising Them If you would like to share your story, your wins, mom moments, or have episode requests we'd love for you to connect with us on Instagram @no_manual_podcast or sayhi@nomanualpodcast.com

Remaining You While Raising Them Book Review Part 1

This week Erika and Laura start talking book club style discussing their thoughts about Alli Worthington's book "Remaining You While Raising Them: The Secret Art of Confident Motherhood" discussing topics like social media, mom guilt, self-care, perfection, and allowing our kids to fail. Remaining You While Raising Them If you would like to share your story, your wins, mom moments, or have episode requests we'd love for you to connect with us on Instagram @no_manual_podcast or sayhi@nomanualpodcast.com

Slack Messages & Snack Requests: Surviving Work-from-Home Mom Life

This week Erika and Laura discuss the chaotic collision of remote work and raising kids. From sending Slack updates mid-diaper change to answering emails while nursing, we’re spilling all the messy, magical, and mildly unprofessional truths about juggling careers and kiddos under the same roof. If you would like to share your story, your wins, mom moments, or have episode requests we'd love for you to connect with us on Instagram @no_manual_podcast or sayhi@nomanualpodcast.com

Crisis of the Week: Mom Was Singing

This week Erika and Laura have some laughs about the things their toddlers cried about this week. From sweet empathies to having to put on pants and everything in-between. If you would like to share your story, your wins, mom moments, or have episode requests we'd love for you to connect with us on Instagram @no_manual_podcast or sayhi@nomanualpodcast.com

A Dadcast: The Kids Will Remember This… Probably Ft. Stuart Simpson

This week as Stuart fills in for Laura, Erika and Stuart discuss some of the traditions and rituals they have started as a family that they cherish the most. From daily routines to special milestone celebrations and all the sweet moments in-between. What are your favorite family traditions? If you would like to share your story, your wins, mom moments, or have episode requests we'd love for you to connect with us on Instagram @no_manual_podcast or sayhi@nomanualpodcast.com

Sleep-Deprived and Still Alive: 2 Years of Mom Mayhem

This week Erika and Laura reflect on their first two years of motherhood as Lloyd and Colt's 2nd birthdays come up. Discussing some of the fun and wonderful highs as well as the lows they weren't prepared for. If you would like to share your story, your wins, mom moments, or have episode requests we'd love for you to connect with us on Instagram @no_manual_podcast or sayhi@nomanualpodcast.com

I Am Tired, Thanks: Our Mom Pet Peeves

This week Erika and Laura are venting just a little bit. From being told we "look tired" (gee, thanks) to people overstepping boundaries and acting like they're the parents— this episode is all about the little (and big) things that drive us absolutely bonkers. What things drive you crazy as a mom? If you would like to share your story, your wins, mom moments, or have episode requests we'd love for you to connect with us on Instagram @no_manual_podcast or sayhi@nomanualpodcast.com

The Silent Storm: A Journey Through Postpartum Depression With Ambree Shehan

This week Erika and Laura sit down with Ambree Shehan, in this powerful and vulnerable episode as she opens up about her deeply personal experience with postpartum depression. From the quiet moments of struggle to the path toward healing, Ambree shares the raw truth behind the smiles and lullabies. We explore what postpartum depression really looks and feels like, how societal expectations can silence mothers, and why seeking help isn’t weakness—it’s strength. Whether you're a new mom, a partner, a friend, or simply someone who wants to understand PPD better, this conversation offers compassion, connection, and hope. If you would like to share your story, your wins, mom moments, or have episode requests we'd love for you to connect with us on Instagram @no_manual_podcast or sayhi@nomanualpodcast.com

More Than Grandma: A Guardian, A Guide, A Hero with Sharon Bauer

This week Erika and Laura sit down with Sharon Bauer (Laura's grandmother-in-law!) to discuss what are experience was like raising her grandchildren. From supporting their parents, to bringing them into her own home, she talks about it all, the joy, the heartbreaks, and the challenges of continuing to parent far beyond what they planned for. If you would like to share your story, your wins, mom moments, or have episode requests we'd love for you to connect with us on Instagram @no_manual_podcast or sayhi@nomanualpodcast.com

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