Episode Description:

This week, we’re sitting down with our friend Samantha for a conversation that is as raw as it is powerful.

She’s opening up about what it really looks like to be a foster mom—the love, the chaos, the heartbreak, and the strength it takes to show up again and again for kids who need it most.

We talk about the emotional rollercoaster of welcoming children into your home, knowing you may not get to keep them… and choosing to love them anyway. Samantha shares the behind-the-scenes moments people don’t see—the hard days, the attachment, the goodbyes—and why she continues to say yes to this calling.

This episode will make you feel everything—because foster care isn’t just a system… it’s real families, real kids, and real women doing incredibly hard things with a whole lot of heart.

If you’ve ever wondered what foster parenting is actually like, or if you’ve felt the pull to help but didn’t know where to start—this conversation is for you.

💔❤️ Because sometimes love looks like letting go… and showing up anyway.

Know someone who needs to hear this? Share this episode with them—and as always, thank you for being part of our crazy, real, unfiltered community.

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If you've ever considered starting a homestead, come hear to some of the ins and outs and things you might now consider!

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After some time away, Mom. Wife. Work. Aholics. is officially back for Season 2 — and this episode is all about reconnecting.

Life got loud. Priorities shifted. Lessons were learned.

So in this first episode back, we’re catching you up on where we’ve been, what’s been going on behind the scenes, and why stepping away was exactly what we needed.

We talk honestly about the season we just walked through, what’s changed, and what the new year — and this new season of the podcast — is going to look like moving forward.

No filters. No pretending. Just real conversation as we reset, refocus, and dive into what’s next for Mom. Wife. Work. Aholics.

Grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s catch up. ☕💬

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#momwifeworkaholics is seeking sponsors to help expand both our audience and yours!

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Or if you simply want to support our success (and share our content), you can donate any amount via Venmo at @momwifeworkaholics.

We’re on a mission — and we need you

We’re launching a crowdfunding campaign to help us grow Mom. Wife. Work. Aholics — a podcast & community for women juggling motherhood, marriage, work, and life’s curveballs. We believe no one should have to feel alone in the balancing act.

Why we’re raising funds:

To upgrade our podcast gear and production quality

To bring in expert guests who offer real, actionable advice

To build digital tools & resources designed for busy women

To amplify our reach so more women hear: “You’re not alone.”

Our goal: $5,000

Time left: 19 days

Check out our campaign & support us here:

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Every single dollar, share, and word of encouragement helps us get one step closer to uplifting women everywhere. If this mission speaks to you, would you:

1. Donate what feels right

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Together we can turn exhaustion into empowerment, overwhelm into connection, and stories into strength.

With gratitude & hope,

Tara & Karri

Mom. Wife. Work. Aholics.

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#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours!

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WE HAVE A NEW CROWN FUNDING CAMPAIGN SET UP! Would you be willing to help?

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ALSO, check out our new Series coming to our Patreon page, Tara's ChatGPT Therapy Sesh....working through the total shit of a terrible internal dialogue.....

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#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours!

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WE HAVE A NEW CROWN FUNDING CAMPAIGN SET UP! Would you be willing to help?

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ALSO, check out our new Series coming to our Patreon page, Tara's ChatGPT Therapy Sesh....working through the total shit of a terrible internal dialogue.....

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#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours!

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WE HAVE A NEW CROWN FUNDING CAMPAIGN SET UP! Would you be willing to help?

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WE HAVE A NEW CROWN FUNDING CAMPAIGN SET UP! Would you be willing to help?

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#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours!

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Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics

WE HAVE A NEW CROWN FUNDING CAMPAIGN SET UP! Would you be willing to help?

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#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours!

We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further! Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan.

Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics

WE HAVE A NEW CROWN FUNDING CAMPAIGN SET UP! Would you be willing to help?

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#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours! We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further! Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan. Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics

#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours! We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further! Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan. Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics

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#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours! We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further! Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan. Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics

#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours! We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further! Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan. Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics

#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours! We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further! Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan. Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics

#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours! We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further! Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan. Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics

#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours! We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further! Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan. Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics

#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours! We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further! Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan. Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics

#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours!

We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further!

Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan. Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics.

#momwifeworkaholics is looking for sponsors to help us grow our following AND yours!

We'd also like to get more merch & flyers out in the world so we can spread the word even further!

Drop SPONSOR HERE in the comments if you want information on our sponsorship plan. Or if you just want to see us succeed (of course you gotta be sharing), you can make any donations you see fit to our venmo at @momwifeworkaholics.

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