What if meditation wasn’t just sitting cross-legged on a cushion, chanting “ommm”? What if it was also laughing with your kids, getting lost in a creative project, or sipping coffee with your poodle while the world slows down for a sec? This week, Sunny and Lindsay dive into what it really means to be “in the zone.” From red light therapy to unexpected wisdom downloads, the duo explores how meditation isn’t a one-size-fits-all thing—it's a state of mind (and maybe a little magic). ✨🔥 Episo...

Ever had one of those mornings? Coffee? Forgot it. Laptop? Left behind. Brain? Total chaos. 😅 Don’t worry—you’re not alone, and you’re definitely not a bad mom. Lindsay and Sunny get real real about the voices in our heads (no, not those—okay maybe those)... we’re talking about the inner critic. You know, the one that says you’re not organized enough, patient enough, perfect enough—basically, just not enough. But spoiler alert: That voice? 🐒 It’s just a monkey. And it doesn’t get to run the s...

What do you do when the people who raised you now need to be raised themselves? Sunny and Lindsay dive into the beautifully messy world of parenting your parents—how it starts, why it’s so tricky, and when to lovingly back off and let mom smoke the dang cigarette (or not... you'll see). ✨ Highlights include: Sunny’s realization: “Wait... I don’t do that with my parents—should I feel guilty?” Lindsay’s wisdom from caring for three family members (and her wild ride with stubborn elde...

Lindsay and Sunny are diving headfirst into... mud, baby goats, and motherhood epiphanies 😅. What started as an innocent Sunday trip to a misty little petting zoo turned into a full-on conversation about messy animals, messy feelings—and the messes we make avoiding messes! 🦙 Baby alpacas? ADORABLE.🐥 Baby chicks? YES PLEASE.💩 Mud-caked shoes and unwanted goat haircuts? Um… maybe not so much. But beyond the fluff (literally), this episode unpacks something deeper: 👉 How do our adult hang-...

What do zombies, childhood trauma, and shower curtains all have in common? Apparently... quite a bit. Sunny and Lindsay are broadcasting from deep in the trenches—aka their parents' houses—armed with makeshift lighting, dodgy WiFi, and a whole lotta determination. Despite the chaos, these GoodMoms are bringing you a heartfelt (and slightly hilarious) conversation about what we feed our minds—and what lingers after the credits roll. 💀 Sunny shares her unexpected family binge-watch: The Last of...

Today’s episode is fire 🔥—Lindsay and Sunny are talking all about creating the work you were born to do... even if that job doesn’t exist yet! 🚀 👩‍🏫 Lindsay shares how she taught a class called "How to Get the Job You Want That Hasn’t Been Invented Yet" at the University of Washington 🎓 and breaks down the secret sauce to discovering your unique brilliance. Spoiler alert: it starts with you. 💫 🎙️ Sunny opens up about how her career path twisted, turned, and beautifully evolved after steppi...

In this soul-stirring episode, Sunny and Lindsay explore a question that’s on every conscious parent’s heart: How do we raise kind, aware, emotionally intelligent kids in today’s world? 🌍💫 Here’s the twist: it’s not just about what we teach them—it’s about what we need to unlearn. 🤯 From understanding your child’s developing brain to rethinking your role as a parent, this episode is a gentle (but powerful) wake-up call. You’ll learn: 🧠 Why the first 7 years are everything for emotional wir...

Pack your ponchos and leave the jeans at home—it’s time for a theme park tell-all! 😅 Sunny and Lindsay dive into the wild world of taking your kids to amusement parks 🏰🎢🐬. From soggy jean shorts and roller coaster marathons to surprise bacon handouts 🥓 (yes, bacon!), these mamas have seen it all—and they’ve got some golden mom hacks to prove it. ✨ What You’ll Hear About... 💸 Discount ticket drama (6 people = $$$) 🌊 SeaWorld surprises (spoiler: it’s not just about the animals anymore) 👖...

Buckle up, we're hitting the road this week! 🛣️ Lindsay and Sunny are swapping epic (and sometimes exhausting) stories about childhood road trips, minivans, Walkmans, 8-track tapes (yep, we went there 😄), and what it really takes to survive a long drive with kiddos in tow. From sibling backseat battles 🙅‍♀️🙅‍♂️ to creative screen-free ideas for keeping kids engaged 🎨🎶🕵️‍♀️, this episode is a joyful (and honest) cruise down memory lane. 📌 In This Episode We Chat About: 🚙 Childhood road trip m...

Ever feel like your mom or MIL thinks they know best when it comes to your kids? 😅 In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Lindsay and Sunny tackle the oh-so-relatable topic of meddling grandparents—when to smile and nod, when to draw the line, and when to drop the code word: “It’s a sunny day” ☀️ (Yes, that’s a real story, and yes, it works. 😂) ✨ You'll hear about: How Lindsay almost moved to Texas to avoid unsolicited carrot advice 🥕 Why Sunny sometimes wishes she had more meddl...

Dating?! ALREADY?! We're tackling the shock, the denial, and the awkward small talk that comes with your kid’s first relationship. Tune in as we discuss teen love, bad advice, worse crushes, and how not to scream when you hear the word “date.” Sunny and Lindsay dive into one of the most cringey, hilarious, and heart-squeezing parenting topics out there... your kids' crushes, relationships, and those "oh no, not him" moments. 💔💑😬 We’re talkin’: 👦🏾 Why boys act like dating is classified info...

Hold on to your hairbrushes, mamas! Lindsay and Sunny dive headfirst (pun very much intended) into the wild, expressive, and occasionally traumatic world of kid hairstyles. ✂️💇‍♀️💇 What happens when your kid comes home asking for green hair, an undercut with designs, or something even wilder? Do you freak out 😬 or roll with it? 🤘 Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode: 🎨 Sunny's semi-permanent pink/red experiment with her twins 💡 Lindsay’s “don’t let it be you” advice after a trau...

Get ready for a rollercoaster of realness in this extra-sparkly Mother’s Day episode with Lindsay & Sunny — the duo that brings heart, humor, and hot takes on what it really means to be a GoodMom. 🌸 What’s Inside the Episode: ✨ Mother’s Day Hits Different When You’ve Lost Your Mom Lindsay opens up about the bittersweet emotions of Mother's Day without her own mom — and how she turns grief into giving with 50 gift bags for single moms. (P.S. Never underestimate the power of a good loofah and a...

Buckle up, mamas—this one’s for anyone who's ever boarded a plane with kids (or been silently judged by someone who clearly forgot they were once a kid). Sunny and Lindsay dive into the beautiful chaos of traveling with little ones, complete with crying babies, airport meltdowns, and unsolicited stink-eyes from fellow passengers. Lindsay shares her epic solo trip with two tiny tots (hello, car seats and cuteness overload!) and Sunny recounts her wild ride with four kids—including twin blowouts m...

Get ready to sashay into the splash zone, mama — because Sunny did the thing! In this episode, she spills all the sequined tea about her wild night out at Lips — San Diego’s fiercest drag show dinner theater. 💃 From surprise plans to Uber confessions, fierce queens, killer dance moves, and a night that ended at 2 AM (say what?!), this was the ultimate “mom’s night out” to remember.👠 Meanwhile, Lindsay proves you don’t need a fancy hat to serve Kentucky Derby vibes. With a little closet creati...

It’s May the 4th — and you know what that means: galactic reflections, spiritual lessons, and probably a few toddler Sith Lords in your house. In this playful-yet-deep episode, Lindsay and Sunny celebrate the Force with laughter, lightsabers, and a healthy dose of real mom truth. 👶 From the toddler years (hello, Dark Side tantrums) to adult kids making their own choices, the moms explore: 💫 Lindsay’s 9x trip to see Star Wars in 1977 (with Slurpees, of course) 💫 What it really means to p...

Whoa—this one’s deep, mamas. Today, Lindsay and Sunny get REAL about one of the hardest things a parent can face: what do you do when your child is struggling with mental health challenges…and nothing seems to help? 😞 ✨ Lindsay shares a heartfelt story about a friend facing the unimaginable—watching her daughter spiral while feeling powerless to stop it. Together, Sunny and Lindsay unpack the messy emotions that come with trying everything as a mom…and still feeling like it’s not enough. 💬...

Sunny and Lindsay dive into the chaos of motherhood with a side of silly string! From family visits to backyard antics, the kids are getting creative with their demands—just like little activists on a mission. Tune in as we share the wild story of how a can of silly string turned into a full-blown protest, complete with homemade signs and a backyard march! 🎉✊ Should you give in to your kids' requests? 🤔 What happens when they take matters into their own hands? We explore these questions with ...

Pull out your fuzzy slippers and favorite snack because GoodMom is throwing a pajama party—and you’re invited! 🎈 This week, Lindsay and Sunny dish on the wild, hilarious, and sometimes sleep-deprived world of kids’ slumber parties (and let’s be real, grown-up pajama parties too!). Lindsay shares her “what was I thinking?!” adventure of chaperoning 400 fifth graders overnight at the Boeing Air and Space Museum 🚀 (spoiler: she didn’t sleep a wink). Meanwhile, Sunny recounts her son’s epic 13th ...

Lindsay and Sunny are joined by two very special guests—Dezi the 5-pound toy poodle prince, and Sadie the protective golden doodle! From barking babies to spiritual sidekicks, they explore how pets prepare us for motherhood (and sometimes act like our very first “kids”). 🐶 Whether you’re a dog mom, thinking about becoming a parent, or just love funny fur-baby stories, this episode is packed with laughs, life lessons, and a few “aww” moments. ✨ Topics we cover:– Why getting a puppy is the u...

Sunny and Lindsay get real about the hovering vs. hands-off parenting debate. From helicopter moms who won’t let their kids out of sight to parents who (oops) aren’t quite sure where their kids are—this conversation covers it all! Sunny shares her own journey of letting her oldest ride an e-bike to school (spoiler: it wasn’t easy!), while Lindsay recounts a powerful story about how over-parenting can actually crush a kid’s confidence. The duo dives into why letting kids fall—and get back up—i...

Lindsay and Sunny dive into the rollercoaster ride of traveling with kids—especially when those kids are teenagers with opinions (and eye rolls) of their own! 😅 From balancing family traditions with growing independence to navigating the "Mom Card" moments, it’s an honest, funny, and heartfelt convo every parent can relate to. Whether you're planning a summer trip or just trying to keep everyone relatively happy, grab your coffee (or wine—no judgment!) and join us as we figure it out, one Goo...

It’s here! The official podcast has launched, and we’re kicking things off with celestial style! In this premiere episode, Sunny and Lindsay introduce themselves (spoiler alert: they’re both fun moms with wildly different kid stages), reflect on the wild synchronicities that brought this project to life, and dive into the actual birth chart of the podcast—yep, it has one! 🪐 Using the magical powers of ChatGPT, we explore the astrological energy of our launch moment and what it means for the v...

Welcome to the very first video (okay, episode .01!) of GoodMom — where real moms have real talk with a whole lotta heart and zero pressure to be perfect. 🎙️✨ Meet your hosts: Sunny (mom of four) and Lindsay (mom of two + bonus fam!) — two friends with big feelings, big opinions, and a big love for all the good moms out there. In this kickoff convo, they’re setting the stage for what this podcast is all about: showing up, learning out loud, and reminding each other (and you) that loving your ...