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Moms Making Memories is a faith-based podcast for overwhelmed Christian moms who want calmer homes, gentler rhythms, and meaningful family memories—without hustle culture, guilt, or perfectionism.
Hosted by Jo-Anne Kitson-Johnson, this show helps you move from feeling emotionally stretched and overwhelmed to grounded, connected, and confident in your role as a mom.
Each episode blends:
• Scripture-based encouragement
• Real-life motherhood stories
• Gentle emotional and spiritual rhythms
• Simple, practical steps you can actually implement
• Faith-led guidance for creating peace at home
We talk about motherhood, identity, parenting, marriage, emotional regulation, faith, and the everyday moments that shape your family—rooted in grace, not pressure.
If you’re a mom who wants peace without pretending everything is perfect, deeper connection with your kids and God, and rhythms that support real life, you’re in the right place.
🎧 Press play, take a breath, and start making memories that matter—one gentle step at a time.
👉 Free resource: Frazzled to Flourishing Starter Guide-The Overwhelmed Checklist
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Episodes

Apr 8, 2026
Apr 8, 2026
15 min
If mom guilt keeps resurfacing…
If you replay mistakes long after the day is over…
If you need a fresh start in motherhood…
This episode will remind you what the resurrection actually means for overwhelmed Christian moms.
We explore:
- Conviction vs condemnation
- What “newness of life” looks like in everyday motherhood
- How to stop rehearsing guilt
- Walking in grace instead of shame
🎧 Press play, take a breath, and start making memories that matter—one gentle step at a time.
Ready to go from frazzled to flourishing? Everything you need is at beacons.ai/jammingwithmrsjohnson — faith tools and free resources.

Apr 1, 2026
Apr 1, 2026
7 min
Do you feel spiritually dry?
Like you love God, but you’re tired in your spirit?
If you’re an overwhelmed Christian mom who feels drained instead of renewed, this episode will help you reset.
We talk about:
- Why spiritual exhaustion happens in motherhood
- What it truly means to abide in Christ
- The difference between spiritual performance and dependence
- How to renew your heart without adding another task
This episode is for the mom who believes — but feels depleted — and wants to return to Christ as her source.
Press play, take a breath, and start making memories that matter—one gentle step at a time.
Ready to go from frazzled to flourishing? Everything you need is at beacons.ai/jammingwithmrsjohnson — faith tools and free resources.

Mar 25, 2026
Mar 25, 2026
5 min
Some days you feel confident.
Other days you feel like you’re failing at everything.
If mom guilt follows you into bedtime…
If comparison steals your peace…
If you’re questioning whether you’re doing enough — this episode will speak directly to your heart.
Today we reframe motherhood through Scripture — not performance. You’ll be reminded that faithfulness matters more than perfection, and that God’s grace covers what you feel is lacking.
We’ll talk about:
•Overcoming comparison as a Christian mom
•What success in motherhood really means
•Replacing guilt with gospel truth
•How to stay grounded when you feel inadequate
This episode is for overwhelmed Christian moms who need reassurance rooted in grace.
Ready to go from frazzled to flourishing? Everything you need is at beacons.ai/jammingwithmrsjohnson — faith tools and free resources.

Mar 18, 2026
Mar 18, 2026
6 min
If discipline in your home feels tense, confusing, or emotionally heavy — you’re not alone.
In this episode, we explore gentle, biblical discipline that strengthens connection instead of creating fear. You’ll discover how Christian moms can correct behavior while preserving trust and emotional safety.
We talk about:
- What the Bible really means by discipline
- The difference between control and training
- How to discipline without shame or harshness
- Parenting in a way that reflects God’s heart
This episode is for overwhelmed Christian moms who want structure.
Ready to go from frazzled to flourishing? Everything you need is at beacons.ai/jammingwithmrsjohnson — faith tools and free resources.

Mar 11, 2026
Mar 11, 2026
6 min
Do you feel guilty setting boundaries?
Do you say yes when you mean no?
Are you exhausted from carrying responsibilities that may not be yours?
In this episode, we’re talking about biblical boundaries for overwhelmed Christian moms — and why protecting your peace is not selfish, it’s stewardship.
You’ll learn:
- What Scripture says about guarding your heart
- How to stop people-pleasing without shame
- The difference between serving and over-functioning
- How faith-based boundaries build peaceful homes
This conversation will help you move from guilt-driven motherhood to Spirit-led clarity.
Ready to go from frazzled to flourishing? Everything you need is at beacons.ai/jammingwithmrsjohnson — faith tools and free resources.

Mar 5, 2026
Mar 5, 2026
8 min
If you’ve ever snapped and immediately felt guilty…
If you’ve walked into a room and felt the tension rise…
If you know your emotional state impacts your whole home — this episode is for you.
Today we’re talking about emotional leadership and how, as a Christian mom, your calm matters more than your control.
You’ll learn
- Why your mood often sets the spiritual and emotional tone of your home
- What Scripture says about self-control and gentleness
- How to lead with peace instead of reacting from overwhelm
This is not about perfection.
It’s about letting the Holy Spirit shape how you show up.
✨ Faith-based emotional regulation
✨ Practical tools for overwhelmed moms
✨ Gentle leadership rooted in Scripture
Ready to go from frazzled to flourishing? Everything you need is at beacons.ai/jammingwithmrsjohnson — faith tools and free resources.

Feb 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
6 min
Every mom messes up — what matters most is what happens next.
In this episode, we talk about the power of repair through a gospel-centered lens, and why Scripture points us toward restoration rather than shame. You’ll be encouraged to let go of perfectionism and embrace humility, apology, and grace as tools that strengthen connection in your home.
This conversation is for moms who want to model faith, growth, and repentance — even in hard moments.
✨ Scripture-based encouragement for mom guilt
✨ A reminder that repair builds trust
✨ Freedom from the pressure to be perfect
Ready to go from frazzled to flourishing? Everything you need is at beacons.ai/jammingwithmrsjohnson — faith tools and free resources.

Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
7 min
Marriage can feel distant during overwhelming seasons — not because love is gone, but because exhaustion is loud.
In this episode, we talk honestly about staying connected to your spouse when life feels full, schedules are packed, and emotional energy is low. Through Scripture and gentle reflection, you’ll be reminded that humility, patience, and grace matter more than fixing or forcing connection.
This episode is for Christian moms navigating marriage alongside motherhood and longing for reconnection without pressure.
✨ Faith-based encouragement for marriage
✨ Scripture-centered perspective on connection
✨ Gentle practices for restoring closeness
Ready to go from frazzled to flourishing? Everything you need is at beacons.ai/jammingwithmrsjohnson — faith tools and free resources.

Feb 11, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
6 min
Some days, parenting feels heavier than expected — not because you don’t love your kids, but because you’re tired, stretched thin, and trying to do it all.
In this episode, we talk about emotional connection over perfect parenting, and how Scripture models compassion, listening, and patience as the foundation for healthy relationships with our children. You’ll be reminded that presence matters more than performance, and that connection often comes before correction.
This episode offers faith-based encouragement for moms who want peaceful, connected homes — even on imperfect days.
✨ Biblical perspective on parenting with grace
✨ Practical ways to build emotional safety
✨ Encouragement for moms feeling worn down
Ready to go from frazzled to flourishing? Everything you need is at beacons.ai/jammingwithmrsjohnson — faith tools and free resources.

Feb 4, 2026
Feb 4, 2026
9 min
If you’re constantly replaying what you should’ve done better, feeling behind even on good days, or speaking to yourself more harshly than you ever would your children — this episode is for you.
In this conversation, we talk about self-compassion through a biblical lens, not as self-focus, but as stewardship of the heart God has given you. You’ll hear how Scripture invites us out of condemnation and into grace, and why caring for your heart matters deeply in motherhood.
This episode is for the overwhelmed Christian mom who wants to stay connected to herself before God — without guilt, pressure, or striving.
✨ Scripture-rooted encouragement
✨ Gentle application for real life
✨ A reminder that God leads you with compassion, not criticism
👉 Free resource: The Overwhelmed Checklist
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