Mom Matters

Do you have kids--daughters, sons? One day YOU will be a Mother-in-Law. What kind of MIL do you want to be? How can you prepare to give your kids the gift of a GREAT MIL? You will love my guest, Jen Simon share how she is intentionally pursuing a life-giving relationship with her daughter-in-law. I took notes, and I know you will want to as well! 

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Moms with several kids at home are thinking about the logistics of getting kids to different activities at the same time. You aren't thinking about creating a legacy. That's too far off and pressing matters grab your time and attention today. But the day will arrive sooner than you expect. Your kids leave the house and your role shifts. What will it look like then? Take a moment to catch a vision and gain encouragement on how your family can thrive in the future, even if you are all just hanging on now. It all begins with a vision for the future. 

Enjoy my guest, Cindy MacIlvaine, mom of 4 and grandmother of 15 share the joy of influence she has cultivated with her adult kids and their families.

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Our kids change as they grow and so do we. These shifts often require a new approach to the relationship where you redefine your communication, interaction, and expectations. How do you successfully transition yourself and your kids so you foster fulfilling relationships for the long-term? Veteran mom and grandmother Charlene Fike shares her wisdom in how to upgrade your relationships along the way so you and your kids like eachother for the long haul. It's worth the struggle! 

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To learn more about Strength-Based Parenting or to get a free consultation with Elizabeth Greene, certified Global Gallup Strengths Coach, visit the website www.mommatters.org. Schedule your free consultation and get started upgrading those relationships today, because mom, you matter! 

Seasons of Motherhood: Mother is never static and our role shifts and changes as our family grows and develops. We increase our effectiveness as we learn to adapt and change in each season we find ourselves in. Today our guest is a seasoned home school mom of 4 with 15 years of home school experience. Join me as Deb Switzer shares her wisdom and practical advice for how to thrive in this season of motherhood.

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The teen year can be a roller coaster of emotions and challenges as parents guide their kids to take ownership and transition into responsible adults. But it's also a time to nurture the relationship. How do you stay connected with your kids and finish this season of motherhood well? Join my conversation with Amy Weisgerber and mother of 4 TEENS! 

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Seasons of Motherhood: Our role as mom changes and adapts as our kids grow and change over the years. Get nuggests of insight and helpful tips from moms who are walking through this season and share their journey with you. 

Do you have a question about the season you are in? Contact me for a free 30 minute consultation at www.mommatters.org and join the conversation on Instagram @mommattersorg. 

Thanks to our guest for today, Alyssa Omdal mom of 4 boys!!!

Seasons of Motherhood: Going from zero to one child in the house is the toughest transition for many of us as we become moms. Our kids don't come with a rule book and we have no training in what to do. This season of baby and preschool kids can be all consuming, so how do you navigate it well and even cultivate your identity in this new season of life? A mom of three boys under 5 years old joins the conversation with pracitcal tips and golden nuggets to encourage you along the way. Mom, your kids are eternal souls that will last forever, and your influence matters!

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Got a question or want a free 30 minute conversation to navigate a parenting challenge? Schedule your free conversation with me at www.mommatters.org . We aren't meant to do this alone!

We've all done it, your relaxing with your social media feed when all of a sudden you find a post that derails you. How do you respond? Elizabeth shares two stories from her own recent landmine experiences and 5 tips to navigate through with success.

Elizabeth Greene is a certified life coach and raised kids for 20 years. Visit https://mommatters.org/ to learn more about her coaching for moms and to find free downloads.

Santa is a fun part of our Christmas celebration. But often he gets center stage, squeezing out the true meaning of the holiday. So how can we move the birth of Jesus onto center stage in engaging ways our kids will love? Elizabeth shares 8 practical and easy activities your family can incorporate into your holiday celebration.  You may also enjoy episode 18 where Elizabeth and her guest Stacy Reaoch share fun ways to celebrate advent.

Elizabeth Greene is a certified life coach, raised kids for 20 years, and served as a children's ministry pastor. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms and to find free downloads.

Christmas is in the air and visions of sugarplums are dancing in our heads.  But if you are tired of the commercialization of Christmas, you may be looking for fun ideas to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas, the birth of Jesus. Advent, the 4 weeks leading up to Christmas, is a time of expectant waiting for the birth of Jesus and a perfect opportunity to explore God's amazing plan. Join my conversation with author, pastor's wife, and mom of four, Stacy Reaoch as we discuss practical and fun ways to incorporate more of Jesus into our Christmas preparations. 

Elizabeth Greene is a certified life coach and raised kids for 20 years. Visit https://mommatters.org/ to learn more about her coaching for moms and to find free downloads.

Find Stacy at https://www.stacyreaoch.com/. 

You can find the devotional we discussed, A Jesus Christmas, written by her mother in law Barbara Reaoch on Amazon. 

We tell ourselves messages throughout the day, and these messages exert tremendous power over our thinking in both positive and negative ways. What are you telling yourself? How can you upgrade what you are saying to improve your confidence and your relationships? Elizabeth explores this topic with mom, grandmother, and business entrepreneur Charlene Fike. 

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Elizabeth Greene is a certified life coach and raised kids for 20 years. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms. 

You can find Charlene at http://www.charlenefike.com/. To find the business she started with her daughter go to https://www.kilometersixtysix.com/the-venture-society. The venture society is a fun resource providing inspiration to spark your week. 

Jesus is full of surprising love. Christ brings healing, and wholeness, and hope to your entire being. If you wonder if you are truly loveable at the core of your being, you will stand amazed at the surprising love of Christ toward 4 unlikely women. The way Christ loved them brought incredible transformation to them and will to you, too. Enjoy my interview with @Colettewhite and find her at www.colettewhite.com. 

Elizabeth Greene is a certified life coach and raised kids for 20 years. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms and to find free downloads.

Your identity is like the Blueprint of your life. If your identity does not line up with what God says of you, you are in danger of buying into what the culture says of you, and you are so much more! Join me in a conversation with Colette White, counselor, life coach, and mom as we discuss the beauty of who God has created you to be as a woman. You can find Colette at www.colettewhite.com. 

*CORRECTION: God created Eve, not Adam. My brain knows it but my mouth said it wrong! :) 

Elizabeth Greene is a certified life coach and raised kids for 20 years. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms and to find free downloads.

What did Taylor Swift, Angelina Jolie, and Taylor Swift say about the impact their mom had on their life? What would you say about your mom? Join Elizabeth Greene as she and fellow mom of 5, Diana Douglass, inspire and encourage you in your role as a mom. You are the greatest influence on your children, and sometimes it's the small things that make the greatest difference. You don't have to be someone great, just be YOU!

Join us as we kick off season two because you, Mom, Matter.

Elizabeth Greene is a certified life coach and raised kids for 20 years. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms.

**SUMMER BONUS**  Song is powerful. With it, we can create fun, cultivate calm, and communicate love. In this episode, Elizabeth demonstrates how you can take 3 simple songs and personalize them with your child's name. They will love the touch, even if you don't have a great voice. Scripture says that "God delights over you with singing." and you can do the same for your kids. You'll be surprised what it does for you too. Listen to find out!

Elizabeth Greene is a certified life coach and raised kids for 20 years. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms.

What do you say to your high school graduate as they leave for college? What parting words do you have for them as you launch them into a new stage of life living on their own? In this episode, Elizabeth shares 2 important messages to share in a conversation before that college send-off. And if this conversation feels awkward at times, then let your student know this is a "message for your friends." 

Elizabeth Greene raised kids for 2 decades and is a certified life coach. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms.

Racism and prejudices are learned behavior often passed from one generation to the next. But God calls us to honor all people. In today's episode, Elizabeth shares 4 actions we can take as moms to break the cycle and grow a generation who loves and honors all people, who are made in God's image.

Elizabeth Greene raised kids for 2 decades and is a certified life coach. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms.

Our teens are growing up in a lifestyle of near-constant connectivity to pop culture. In this episode, Elizabeth discusses some practical ways we can stay in the conversation and help our kids process the messages coming at them from a Biblical lens. Two resources mentioned are www.axis.org and www.worldview.org 

Elizabeth Greene raised kids for 2 decades and is a certified life coach. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms.

As mothers, we exert influence on the life of our children. This can be both daunting and exciting. But how can we harness this influence to be both positive and powerful? Elizabeth shares three ways her mom modeled influence in her life that are practical tools you can add to your mothering. Three small actions can make a profound difference for good!

Elizabeth Greene raised kids for 2 decades and is a certified life coach. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms.

Kids and moms often have very different personalities. It leaves us asking at times "Am I the really the right mom for this child? Do I have what it takes to raise them?" The answer is a resounding yes. God uses our differences to stretch and grow both mom and kids in the parenting journey. But a few mindset shifts and a few practical actions can help us gain confidence to intentionally build into the kids God has gifted to us.

Elizabeth Greene raised kids for 2 decades and is a certified life coach. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms.

Welcome to Mom Matters. In this trailer Elizabeth Greene shares an inspiring vision of motherhood: influence. Discover how to leverage your impact in your family and grow in confidence that what you do really does matter.

Elizabeth Greene raised kids for 2 decades and is a certified life coach. Visit www.mommatters.org to learn more about her coaching for moms.