Catie and Danielle are fresh off their Florida adventures and reporting back from the front lines of family vacation life. This week we’re recapping beach days, Disney strategy, and what really happens when you try to “relax” with kids in tow.

From sandy chaos and overpacked suitcases to stroller negotiations and snack bribes at Disney, we’re sharing what worked, what absolutely did not, and how to plan a trip that doesn’t require a small loan. We get into traveling with kids without losing your sanity, managing expectations when everyone is overtired and sunburned, and how to approach Disney in a way that feels magical and financially responsible.

If you’ve ever tried to sip a drink while simultaneously applying sunscreen, answering 47 questions, and calculating Genie+ in your head, this episode is for you. It’s honest, funny, and a reminder that family vacations might not always be relaxing… but they’re definitely memorable. 🌴✨

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Balancing Work and Motherhood

02:58 Family Beach Vacation Experiences

05:40 Challenges of Traveling with Young Children

08:38 Packing Tips for Family Trips

11:22 Food Strategies for Disney Parks

14:16 Memorable Moments at Disney

15:32 Magical Moments at Disney

18:26 Navigating Disney's Challenges

21:40 Planning Your Disney Trip

24:11 Understanding Disney Costs

27:10 Traveling with Kids: Tips and Tricks

29:15 The Minivan Debate

In this episode of From 9 to Mom, Catie and Danielle dive into one of motherhood’s most delicate negotiations: leaving your children with… someone else. 😅

They’re unpacking the modern babysitter saga, from “How much are we paying per hour now?!” to the emotional gymnastics of asking your parents for help without feeling like you owe them your firstborn. Is it cheaper to stay home? Sometimes. Is it worth it to eat dinner while it’s still hot? Also yes.

The girls chat about the going rate for sitters, the difference between family help and hired help, and the unspoken panic that sets in the second you pull out of the driveway. They also get into the big question every parent eventually Googles at 11:47 p.m.: What age can kids stay home alone?

It’s a real-life, slightly chaotic, very relatable conversation about trust, independence, and the fine art of pretending you’re relaxed on date night while secretly checking your phone every six minutes.

Because nothing says “romance” like texting, “Are they asleep yet?” 💁‍♀️

This week on From 9 to Mom, Catie and Danielle are getting real about the whole “can we have it all?” conversation… and whether we even want to.

They talk about how our generation looks at age way differently than our parents did, the weird (and sometimes unspoken) tension between stay-at-home moms and working moms, and how COVID basically flipped family life upside down. Careers, kids, ambition, guilt… it’s a lot.

They also get honest about comparison and that little twinge of envy that can pop up no matter which lane you’re in. Because let’s be real, whether you’re at home, at the office, or somewhere in between, we all have moments where we wonder if the other side looks easier.

If you’ve ever questioned your path, redefined what “success” means in this season, or just needed a reminder that we’re all figuring it out as we go… this episode will feel like a group chat you didn’t know you needed.

Snow days sound magical… until you’re juggling Slack messages, snacks, Zoom calls, and surprise e-learning before your first sip of coffee.

In this episode, Catie and Danielle dive into the real-life chaos winter throws at working moms. From last-minute school closures to the mental gymnastics of working while parenting at home, they share candid stories, frustrations, and laughs from the trenches. The conversation explores the emotional toll of trying to do it all, why snow days hit differently when you’re a working parent, and how finding small moments of joy and self-care can make the chaos feel a little more manageable.

If you’ve ever stared at a snowstorm wondering how you’re supposed to get anything done today, this one’s for you. ❄️💻👩‍👧‍👦

In this episode of From 9 to Mom, we’re serving up a little bit of everything: parenting questions, current events, and our current favorite things. From the chaos of mom life to what’s happening in the world (and why we somehow still know all the drama), we’re catching up like only two working moms can. Expect laughs, hot takes, and a few “wait… do you do this too?!” moments.

In this episode, Catie and Danielle discuss their goals and intentions for 2026, focusing on self-care, letting go of what no longer serves them, and embracing a more authentic and fulfilling life. They explore the importance of setting boundaries, the value of freedom, and the need to prioritize health and wellness. The conversation is filled with humor and relatable anecdotes about motherhood, personal growth, and navigating life's chaos.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to 2026: A New Era

01:04 Letting Go and Focusing on Ourselves

02:37 Redefining Goals and Expectations

04:33 Out with the 'I'll Do It Myself' Mentality

08:43 Aligning Hustle with Self-Worth

12:05 Doing Less, But Purposefully

15:27 Protecting Our Peace and Setting Boundaries

21:05 Navigating Financial Decisions in Relationships

23:48 Manifesting Abundance and Resourcefulness

27:28 Health and Wellness Trends

31:01 Self-Care and Healthcare Awareness

34:16 Embracing Change and New Beginnings

Ever feel like something happens and you are just like...wow I can't make this up? Moms feel it constantly and we're clocking in every Monday to talk about it. In this weeks episode we discuss hangover survival, work meeting interruptions and the ever so special family condom supply runs. Laugh with us - or at us - as we celebrate this thing we call "working mom life".

Danielle was in town so this is our shit you can't make up from last week. Fun filled with important parenting advice on a controversial topic, and literal shit you can't make up.