The Friendships that Carry You Through Motherhood
Female friendship in early motherhood can feel thin—even when you’re surrounded by people. Maddie shares why connection changes after kids, what’s helped her build real support (text threads, Marco Polo, evolving community), and permission slips for creating deeper friendships in your season. If you’re starting from scratch, you’ll leave with small, practical next steps.
Making a Custom Kids' Book from Travel Photos (Japan Trip)
If you've ever wanted a fun, low-pressure way to make a trip more memorable for your kids — and actually turn the photos into something they'll revisit — this episode is for you. I'm sharing how two tiny souvenirs from our Japan trip became a creative travel activity, and eventually a custom children's storybook made in Chatbooks.
The 4 Photo Book Services I've Used for 15 Years (And When to Use Each)
Here's what I've learned from 15 years and 50+ photo books about which platforms are actually worth your time and money.
From Los Angeles to Seattle: A 35 Hour Train Ride with a Newborn
We took the Amtrak Coast Starlight from Los Angeles to Seattle with our 10-week-old — and it became one of our most memorable family trips. In this story episode, Maddie shares the behind-the-scenes moments and what surprised her most about slow travel by train.
Los Angeles to Seattle on the Amtrak Coast Starlight With a Baby (An Honest Guide)
Everything you need to know about taking the Amtrak Coast Starlight from Los Angeles to Seattle with a baby or kids — booking tips, what to pack, what it’s really like, and our honest 35-hour experience.
The Complete Travel Memory System (Before, During, After Your Trip)
You take 500+ photos on vacation. Then what? Here's my system for actually preserving travel memories—from planning through creating tangible memories to revisit.
Record Audio Memories With Yoto — A Screen-Free Keepsake
If you’ve ever wished you could bottle up your voice reading bedtime stories—or make it easier for your child to hear family voices without needing your phone—this episode is for you.
Guide: The Books We Keep Coming Back To (From Baby to Toddler)
The books my daughter has loved from baby through toddler—and a few new additions that help with the emotional chaos of being three.