Let’s be real...motherhood is beautiful, chaotic, exhausting, and rewarding… all before breakfast. And sometimes, what we really need is not another Pinterest-perfect morning routine, but someone who gets it. Someone who knows the stress of potty training on laminate floors (yes, that story is in this episode 😂), the ache of mom guilt, and the deep craving for just five minutes of quiet.
That’s exactly what you’ll find in this week’s episode of Caffeinated Chaos, where I sit down with Paula Wells, the founder of The Balanced Mom-a supportive, troll-free community that empowers moms to reclaim their energy, identity, and joy.
👩👧👦 Balancing Motherhood and Me-Time (Yes, it is possible)
Paula and I open up about the reality of raising little humans while trying to stay connected to ourselves. We shared how the pandemic reshaped our approach to motherhood and forced us to rethink what “balance” actually looks like (hint: it’s not always bubble baths and yoga).
If you’ve ever struggled with the guilt of taking a break or felt like you’ve lost a piece of yourself in the daily grind, you are so not alone. This convo is your permission slip to put yourself back on the priority list.
🌿 The Balanced Mom Project: Small Steps, Big Shifts
Paula breaks down the mission behind her passion project—a paid community for moms who are done feeling overwhelmed and unseen. Through affirmations, journaling prompts, weekly check-ins, and monthly speakers, she’s created a safe haven for moms to just be… human.
She even has a free 3-day reset guide that we talk about in the episode (linked below!). Because sometimes the smallest shifts-like taking a deep breath or writing down how you actually feel-can lead to the biggest breakthroughs.
🏥 From ER Visits to Emotional Resets
Yep, I went there. I got real about my recent hospitalization and how it shook me into realizing just how much we, as moms, carry. It was a wake-up call to slow down, speak up, and start treating our needs as non-negotiable. We talked about the mental load, the invisible labor, and the little ways we can start showing up for ourselves again.
💬 Creating a Troll-Free Zone for Moms
One of my favorite parts of our conversation? Hearing Paula share her dream for a no-judgment, no-trolls community where moms can share their wins, vent their frustrations, and get real support. Imagine a space where you don’t have to explain yourself or defend your choices—just moms helping moms, no filter needed.
Whether you're deep in the effing fours or just trying to remember what day it is, this episode is a warm hug and a reminder: you’re doing better than you think.
🎧 Tune in now on your favorite podcast app!
🧘♀️ Grab Paula’s 3-Day Reset Guide: https://thebalancedmom.ca/3-day-reset-guide
📸 Follow Paula on Instagram: @theBalancedmom
🌐 Visit her website: thebalancedmom.ca
Need a reset? Hit play, grab your lukewarm coffee, and come hang with us. 💛