Imperfect Mommying: Better Parenting through Self-Healing with Alysia Lyons

About Imperfect Mommying: Better Parenting through Self-Healing with Alysia Lyons

A movement. A reminder. A revolution of love. Moms Always Eat Last is a space for mothers who have spent years putting themselves at the bottom of the list. Hosted by Alysia Lyons, founder of Lyons Heart Healing, this podcast explores motherhood, identity, healing, boundaries, and self‑worth. Each episode offers honest conversations, powerful stories, and gentle reminders that you matter, you belong, you are strong, and you deserve a seat at the table. It is time to remember who you are. alysialyons.substack.com (https://alysialyons.substack.com/s/moms-always-eat-last-formerly-imperfect?utm_medium=podcast)

Publisher

Moms Always Eat Last

Category

education · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 May 2021

Latest episode

16 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

4 of 293 episodes have a transcript.

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   16 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

   I'm not a perfect mom (and that's the whole point)

   Host Alysia Lyons shares how letting go of perfectionism benefits mothers and children, revealing that real connection matters more than flawless parenting.

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   14 Aug 2026

   The Mental Load Behind “Just Tell Me What Needs Doing” — And How We Fix It

   In this episode, we discuss one of the most frustrating phrases moms hear: “Just tell me what needs doing.” We unpack what it really means to hold the household’s emotional, logistical, and cognitive weight — the constant tracking, anticipating, and remembering that keeps everything running. You’ll hear how this invisible labor shows up in parenting, why it leaves us exhausted even when “nothing big happened,” and how it quietly shapes our nervous systems and relationships.If you’ve ever felt unseen, overstretched, or like you’re carrying more than anyone realizes, this episode will help you name the weight, understand the impact, and begin redistributing the load with love, clarity, and shared responsibility.✨ ABOUT ME:I'm Alysia Lyons, a certified life coach helping moms release guilt and overwhelm, reconnect with their intuition, and parent from a place of peace.🌐 Learn more: https://alysialyons.com📞 Book a Mom-Life Reset Call: https://alysialyons.com/services/reset🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the BELL 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Moms Always Eat Last! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alysialyons.substack.com/subscribe (https://alysialyons.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)

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   7 Aug 2026

   The Real Reason Back‑to‑School Feels So Heavy

   In this episode, Coach Alysia Lyons gets real about why back‑to‑school season can feel so overwhelming — and why it has nothing to do with being behind, disorganized, or “not handling things well.” She shares how the weight of transitions activates old patterns, stirs up pressure, and reminds moms of the invisible load they carry every single day. Alysia walks listeners through a grounding moment to help the nervous system settle, then offers six gentle, practical tips to make the transition into the school year feel lighter and more supported. From choosing a simple morning anchor to asking for micro‑help, she shows how small shifts can create big relief. If your jaw is tight, your shoulders are creeping upward, or your breath feels shallow this week… this episode is your reminder that nothing is wrong with you. You’re not behind — you’re transitioning. And your body is simply asking for a moment to catch up. Tune in for compassion, practical support, and a fresh perspective on navigating seasonal shifts with more ease, awareness, and self‑kindness. ✨ ABOUT ME:I'm Alysia Lyons, a certified life coach helping moms release guilt and overwhelm, reconnect with their intuition, and parent from a place of peace.🌐 Learn more: https://alysialyons.com📞 Book a Mom-Life Reset Call: https://alysialyons.com/services/reset🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the BELL 🔔 so you never miss an episode of Moms Always Eat Last! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alysialyons.substack.com/subscribe (https://alysialyons.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)

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I'm not a perfect mom (and that's the whole point)

Published 16 Sept 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Like they had a wealth of information that I could tap into just in my circle of friends. If you don't have that, find it seriously. Like having a group of mom girlfriends is probably one of the best things that you could give to yourself and to your kids. Because when you're calmer, and not anxious, your baby has the opportunity and the likelihood of being a lot more calmer and a lot less anxious. They really do pick up on our emotions. So if you don't have that community of moms right now, there are mom groups in probably just about every city on the planet. Like go find a mom group. […]

Who has been a guest on Imperfect Mommying: Better Parenting through Self-Healing with Alysia Lyons

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• Bethany Bilodeau
• Pauline Ryeland
• Angela Legh
• Shari Pierce
• Lee Friedman

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

134,662

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.7 / 5

13 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 78 / 100

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Quality

90

Social presence

0

YouTube

82

Engagement

85

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