As a mom, I feel like I am constantly trying to multi-task. Finding time to do something like sit down and read an article or a few chapters in a book (and do it without re-reading the same paragraph 3 times because I was interrupted) is really hard to come by. But then I figured out that’s where podcasts fit in – they are perfect for moms!

I’m one of those people who loves listening to music, so naturally I resisted podcasts for a long time – I felt like they weren’t “for me”.  As time went on I realized I missed the some of the enrichment and knowledge I got from reading articles and blogs in my pre-mom life.  Podcasts are a great way to get a little of that mind stimulation while doing things you just have to get done (and other times too!).

I started off listening while taking my kids for walks around the neighborhood in the stroller each afternoon. That soon bled into listening when I was folding laundry, doing dishes, cleaning the house – all things I was checking off on my to-do list but now added a little enjoyment to. And they are perfect to listen to on road trips or long commutes!

Some of you may be wondering where to begin when it comes to podcasts (or maybe you just love discovering new ones, like me!). They come in every topic, length and genre so there is something out there for everyone. To get you started, I did some crowd-sourcing with the EVMB team and created this list with the best podcasts for moms:

Podcasts for the mom who wants a little inspiration for her life as a whole:

• Rise Podcast Why we love it: Rachel Hollis is the host, need we say more?
• Awesome with Alison Why we love it: It’s all about self-confidence and knowing you’re already awesome which helps me in so many aspects of my life- including motherhood
• Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations  Why we love it: Powerful, uplifting and full of amazing guests

Podcasts for the mom who needs a laugh:

• One Bad Mother  Why we love it: Its full of real moments in parenting that are sure to make you laugh and realize those embarrassing moments happen to everyone (Note: this one contains some strong language, so its not a good one when the kids are around)
• Unqualified  Why we love it: Anna Faris is the host and she brings on tons of awesome guests from all around Hollywood

Podcasts for the mom who wants to build her tribe:

• I Like Your Mom Bun  Why we love it: They dive into all kinds of topics related to friendship and motherhood. Bonus: EVMB writer Nicole is one of the hosts of the show

Podcasts for the mom who wants a learn a little about parenting:

• UnRuffled  Why we love it: Janet Lansbury offers practical advice for tons of common parenting situations

Podcasts for the mom who wants motivation to be healthy & active:

• The Empowered Mama Why we love it: They are a perfect length (about a half hour) and her guests and insights are always great.
• Girls Gone WOD  Why we love it: It’s so much more than a female CrossFit Podcast- one of the hosts is a mom so she talks a lot about post-partum body image and trying to embrace your mom bod.

Podcasts for the mom who wants to simplify her life:

• The Purpose Show  Why we love it: It’s full of practical ways to make your life a little easier, simpler and more meaningful
• Mother Like a Boss Why we love it: she shares all her best cleaning and housekeeping tips (a perfect listen when your actually cleaning)

Podcasts for the mom who wants to be inspired about motherhood:

• Coffee + Crumbs Podcast  Why we love it: Lots of feel good stories about motherhood, just like the essays on their blog
• Shameless Mom Academy  Why we love it: leaves you feeling inspired about being a mom

Podcasts for the mom who is also a #momboss:

• Goal Digger  Why we love it: Leaves you feeling inspired to chase your dreams
• Elisa Gets Crafty  Why we love it: Shows you just how awesome it is to have a creative small business
• How I Built This  Why we love it: It’s so cool to hear how some of your favorite companies got their start

Podcasts for the mom who wants to rekindle her marriage:

• One Extraordinary Marriage  Why we love it: Episodes are only 30 min and lots of them so you can binge 
• RISE Together  Why we love it: They focus on building life together and becoming the best you can be

Podcasts for the mom who wants to check out and dive into a story:

• Serial
• Dirty John
• S-Town
• My Favorite Murder

How to listen

If you’re totally new to the world of podcasts, you’re probably wondering how on earth to you go about listening to one. Well, that’s easy! All of our links take you directly to the shows website – most of these shows (if not all) allow you to play episodes directly from their site. How easy is that?!

If you’re on the go, you can also use apps on your phone to listen. Depending on the kind of phone you have, there are apps that are probably already on your phone right now:

• iPhone: Apple Podcasts App
• Android: Google Podcasts App

There are also apps like Stitcher, PodBean, Castbox, TuneIn that you can download that are all made for podcasts as well! And if you’re listening at home you can have your Amazon Alexa or Google Home play podcasts too. 

Podcasts aren’t just for moms, kids love them too! Check out our favorite podcasts for kids!