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If your voice feels tired, unsupported, or strained—especially after singing or even just talking for a short time—you’re not alone. Many moms are faithfully doing pelvic floor exercises and still feel disconnected from real vocal support. In this episode, I want to gently shift the focus away from “trying harder” and toward something that often gets overlooked: alignment. When your body is aligned, your pelvic floor and breath can actually work together the way they were designed to. I’ll walk you through a simple, restful floor position using the wall and a few pillows that helps reset your ribcage, diaphragm, and pelvic floor. This isn’t about effort or force—it’s about giving your body the space it needs so you can finally feel pelvic floor engagement. If you’re a tired mama, postpartum singer, or feeling frustrated with vocal fatigue, this gentle practice can bring more ease, support, and confidence back into your voice in just a few minutes a day.   Blessings,   Sarah 🌟   //   RELATED EPISODES   88. Get Your Pelvic Floor Sorted For Better Singing This Christmas   58. Get Curious About How to Breathe for Better Singing   59. No Time to Practice? 6 Habits to Support Your Singing Voice as a Busy Mom   55. No Motivation to Sing? 3 Babysteps to Vocal Rehab   28. Are You Accidentally Holding Your Breath? Change This One Thing for a More Powerful Singing Voice   71. Say Goodbye to Vocal Strain—Quick Tips for a Stronger Voice   //   CONTACT: [email protected]

As a mom, it’s easy to feel discouraged about your singing—especially if your voice doesn’t feel the way it used to, you don’t have time to practice, or lessons feel out of reach. If you can relate, then I invite you into a perspective shift that will help you sing more this year. Instead of focusing on insecurities or limitations, you’ll be encouraged to see singing as a tool for joy, service, connection, and passing something meaningful on to others.   Through real-life stories from the holiday season—caroling with great-grandma, singing on road trips, meal-time prayers, and spontaneously joining a church choir—this episode offers examples of an imperfectly perfect plan for singing as a mom. You’ll reflect on four guiding questions that can help reshape your relationship with your voice and open the door to more music-making with your family, your community, and unto the Lord. This is an invitation to stop waiting until the circumstances are perfect and start singing right where you are.     Blessings,     Sarah 🌟   //   RELATED EPISODES:   62. Strengthen Your Family Relationships Through Singing Together   64. How to Start Singing Again (Even If You Don’t Like Your Voice Right Now)   84. The Playlist Habit Every Christian Mom Needs to Boost Mood, Energy, & Connection   89. Why Singing Christmas Carols at Home Matters—and 3 Steps to Keep the Tradition Alive   59. No Time to Practice? 6 Habits to Support Your Singing Voice as a Busy Mom   //   Contact: [email protected]

Do your kids know the classic Christmas carols you grew up singing? In this episode, we explore why singing Christmas carols at home matters and how easily this rich tradition can slip away if we’re not intentional. From "Silent Night" to "Hark the Herald Angels Sing," these songs carry theology, worship, church history, and family memory. As moms, we can become the gatekeepers of what is sung in our homes—and this conversation invites you to reflect on the value of passing down these Christmas carols. You’ll learn three simple steps to keep the tradition alive: deciding why Christmas carols matter to you, when to sing them at home, and which types of carols you want your children to grow up knowing. Mama, even if you are feeling insecure about your voice right now —your kids won’t remember what's not perfect. They’ll remember the rich heritage of singing together, and hide in their hearts the songs themselves. This Christmas, you’re invited to reclaim singing carols at home and pass on a legacy your family will carry for years to come.     Blessings,     Sarah 🌟     //     RELATED EPISODES   83. How to Teach Your Kids to LOVE Your Favorite Worship Music   84. The Playlist Habit Every Christian Mom Needs to Boost Mood, Energy, & Connection   73. Can Moms Make Music at Home and Stay Present With Their Kids?   77. The World Needs Your Voice—Dry Bones Come Alive!   //   Connect: [email protected]

Let’s talk about the pelvic floor. Yep—we’re going there. We all know pelvic floor health matters, but did you know it’s also *deeply connected* to your singing voice? If you’re a busy mom who wants to sing more this Christmas—but feels like you have zero time to practice—this episode will show you why just five minutes a day of pelvic floor work can give you a surprising boost in breath support, stamina, and vocal strength. We’ll talk about the importance of pelvic floor health, and how simple *habit stacking* can help you fit this into even the busiest mom-life schedule. If you want to sing Christmas carols confidently, worship without strain, and feel more like yourself again, this tiny daily habit may be your easiest win of the season. Let’s dig in!   Blessings,   Sarah 🌟   //   RELATED EPISODES   74. The Recipe for Vocal Confidence—Restoring and Rebuilding Trust in Your Voice   59. No Time to Practice? 6 Habits to Support Your Singing Voice as a Busy Mom   69. Can’t Find Your Singing Voice After Becoming a Mom? 4 Reasons Why It Can Feel Hard   //   Contact: [email protected]

If you struggle with a vocal break—that spot where your voice flips, cracks, or suddenly changes—this episode will bring clarity. We will delve into where the transition between your head voice and chest voice typically happens, and why it feels different depending on whether you’re singing classically or in a contemporary style. You’ll hear helpful demonstrations, learn what’s happening in your middle voice, and understand why certain notes feel like your “ceiling.” This episode is perfect for moms wanting to strengthen their voice, smooth out vocal transitions, and sing with confidence again.   Blessings,   Sarah 🌟   //   RELATED EPISODES   86. Balance Your Vocal Registers - Practical Ideas to Smooth Out Your Range   85. Vocal Registers Simplified: Your Head Voice and Chest Voice Explained for Singing   58. Get Curious About How to Breathe for Better Singing   64. How to Start Singing Again (Even If You Don’t Like Your Voice Right Now)     //   Contact: [email protected]    

In this episode, I break down vocal registers in a simple, practical way so you can finally understand why your voice may feel limited, inconsistent, or “stuck.” I’ll help you figure out which register needs strengthening—your head voice or your chest voice. And I give you tools to blend your registers, so that your voice feels stronger, smoother, and more reliable.   Enjoy!   Sarah 🌟   //   RELATED EPISODES   85. Vocal Registers Simplified: Your Head Voice and Chest Voice Explained for Singing   82. Sing High Notes With Less Strain—Two Vocal Tweaks for Christian Moms   71. Say Goodbye to Vocal Strain—Quick Tips for a Stronger Voice   //   Contact: [email protected]

Have you ever wondered why your singing range feels limited? Or why your voice changes or breaks when you try to sing higher or lower? Maybe you’re craving more power in certain parts of your voice. Understanding your vocal registers—your head voice and chest voice—and how they work together is a key to unlocking confidence in your singing. In this episode, I’ll give you simple, approachable language to understand these registers and explain how to identify the parts of your voice that may be holding you back. We’ll also talk about why your long-term goal is to sing in a “mix,” so your voice feels smoother, stronger, and more reliable. If you're a mom longing to reclaim your voice and sing without strain, breaks, or fear — this is your starting place! Blessings, Sarah 🌟   //   RELATED EPISODES   56. Three Solutions to Increase Your Vocal Range   74. The Recipe for Vocal Confidence—Restoring and Rebuilding Trust in Your Voice   //   Contact: [email protected]

If you're a mom, I’m guessing you wouldn’t say “no” to more energy. What about a better mood, deeper connection with your kids, and a heart that feels centered on God? You may not realise it, but all of these things I just listed are benefits of…. yes, singing!   And one of the easiest ways to get yourself singing again—without pressure, guilt, or overthinking—is by building a simple playlist you can turn on and sing with at any moment.   In this episode, I’ll show you how to create a monthly playlist that becomes almost like a heart journal—a place where you gather the songs God keeps bringing to mind and use them to pray, worship, reflect, and reconnect with your voice.   By the end, you’ll have a practical system that helps you: * remove decision fatigue * make singing feel effortless * connect with God in the middle of mom life * and enjoy more moments of peace, prayer, and worship throughout your day   Let’s dig in!   Blessings,   Sarah 🌟   //   RELATED EPISODES   83. How to Teach Your Kids to LOVE Your Favorite Worship Music 68. How Vacation Helped my Singing Voice as a Mom of Littles 53. Finding it Hard to Connect with God? Turn a Simple Drive into a Worship Time   //   Contact: [email protected]    

Do you ever wish you could sing along to your favorite worship songs at home — but your kids keep begging to turn on "their" music instead? In this episode, I’m sharing what I did in my own home to change that dynamic. Now when I put on a worship playlist, my daughter lights up and says with genuine excitement, “Mom! I LOVE this song!” I’ll show you how to cultivate that same love for worship music in your young kids — so you can sing out freely at home right along with them. Here’s the heart of the strategy: → Kids fall in love with what feels familiar, recognizable, and repeatable. → When you lean into repetition and memorable experiences, your kids will start to love the worship songs you love too. I’ll walk you through a simple step-by-step process which makes this accessible in your own home. My hope is that this encourages you and helps you build a space at home where singing and worship feels joyful, natural, and shared.   Blessings, Sarah 🌟   *** Access my Spotify Playlist of some of our favorite songs here: FAVORITE FAMILY WORSHIP & FUN SONGS ***   //   RELATED EPISODES:   53. Finding it Hard to Connect with God? Turn a Simple Drive into a Worship Time   29. Should I Sing Out? Celebrate with Singing and Dancing! Really - do it!!   33. Starting Singing Again as a Busy Mom - Say YES to What God Has Placed Inside of You   69. Can’t Find Your Singing Voice After Becoming a Mom? 4 Reasons Why It Can Feel Hard   //   Connect: [email protected]

Hey mama, are you straining to reach those high notes—especially in worship songs? This can be a common vocal challenge! In this episode, we’ll talk about the two game-changers for singing higher with freedom: releasing your jaw and spitting out your consonants. These tiny tweaks will make your upper range feel easier, clearer, and more resonant. We’ll unpack how jaw tension creeps in when you sing, why some parts of words we sing might actually be holding you back, and how to bring release and ease back into your voice. Whether you’re singing worship, singing in the car, or harmonizing while folding laundry, you’ll learn how to sing higher without strain—and love your voice again.   Blessings, Sarah 🌟   TIME STAMPS: (2:49) The importance of a released jaw — and how to find it (4:32) How consonants can sometimes block your airflow (and how to fix it) (6:21) A quick “spit out your consonants” exercise you can try at home (7:08) Applying these techniques to worship songs (ex: Forever by Kari Jobe) (11:45) Bonus tip: how vibrato helps prevent vocal strain     //   RELATED EPISODES:   56. Three Solutions to Increase Your Vocal Range   57. Should I Open My Mouth More for a High Note? Yes…and No   71. Say Goodbye to Vocal Strain—Quick Tips for a Stronger Voice   74. The Recipe for Vocal Confidence—Restoring and Rebuilding Trust in Your Voice   //   Contact: [email protected]

Is jaw tension holding back your singing voice? If your voice has been feeling tight, tired, or restricted, you’re not alone. As singers (and especially as moms), we often hold more tension than we realize—and it can keep our voices from sounding free and resonant. In this episode we’ll cover: Common causes of jaw tension How it can affect your singing Easy exercises to release jaw tension Timestamps: (3:14) My story with jaw tension and what helped me (7:48) Common causes of jaw tension (10:54) How jaw tension affects singing (12:43) Exercise 1: Chewing & humming (14:10) Exercise 2: Masseter release massage (18:07) Exercise 3: “Yah” exercise for tongue–jaw independence   I hope you have fun finding new vocal freedom as you release your jaw!   Blessings,   Sarah 🌟   ///   RELATED EPISODES   57. Should I Open My Mouth More for a High Note? Yes…and No   ///   Contact: [email protected]

Are you a mom who wants to sing but feels too tired, too unsure, or too out of practice to start again?
Maybe you’ve lost confidence in your voice — or you’ve convinced yourself that singing outloud is for someone else, someone more “qualified.” But what if I told you that God has already given you permission to sing? Not just permission — a command. In Psalm 96, we’re told: “Sing to the Lord a new song. Sing to the Lord, all the earth.” That means you, mama.
Not just the polished voices on stage, not just the people who “sound good” — you. The mom in the kitchen.
The mom in the car.
The mom who feels tired and discouraged. In this episode, we dive into: The biblical mandate to sing (and why it’s for every believer) How your singing matters to God How worship and singing breaks through stress, fear, and silence How to step past insecurity and step into God’s invitation You don’t need flawless technique. You don’t need more time or energy.
You just need to open your mouth and respond to His invitation: “Let me hear your voice, for your voice is sweet.” — Song of Solomon 2:14 Dear mama, your voice was designed to glorify God.
It’s time to open your mouth again — right where you are.   Blessings,   Sarah 🌟   //   RELATED EPISODES: 33. Starting Singing Again as a Busy Mom - Say YES to What God Has Placed Inside of You   12. Do the Thing! Your Voice is Important   //   Contact: [email protected]

Feeling tired, vocally tight, or unmotivated to sing lately—especially as a mom? This week’s episode is part two of our warm-up series! Last week we prepared the body, and today we’re focusing on the vocal warm-up — a simple, energizing routine to help you find freedom and ease in your singing again. You can do this right from home — during nap time, with your kids, or in the car. No special equipment needed, just your voice and a few minutes.   These exercises are designed to: Wake up resonance and airflow Connect you to your breath support Smooth breaks in your voice Increase your range Vocal Warm-Up Breakdown: (3:32 ) – Apple Bites (4:58) – Lip Trills (or Alternatives: V or Sh): 1-2-3-4-5-4-3-2-1 (7:16) – “Bee” Exercise: descending pattern:  5-3-1  5-4-3-2-1 (8:46) – “Mum” Arpeggio: 1-3-5-5-5-3-1 (10:19) – “Ney” Arpeggio: 1-3-5-5-5-3-1   By the end of this short warm-up, you’ll feel energized, and vocally free — ready to sing, speak, or worship with ease.   HINT: Pair this episode with last week’s Physical Warm-Up (Episode 78).   Enjoy!   Blessings,   Sarah 🌟   //   SIMILAR EPISODES:   58. Get Curious About How to Breathe for Better Singing   28. Are You Accidentally Holding Your Breath? Change This One Thing for a More Powerful Singing Voice   7. Are You a Singer Who’s Not Singing? 5 Quick Ways to Step Out of Your Silence and into Your Voice Again   30. Dance Out Your Overwhelm - Come Unstuck By Moving Your Feet First!   69. Can’t Find Your Singing Voice After Becoming a Mom? 4 Reasons Why It Can Feel Hard     //   Contact: [email protected]

Before you even warm up your voice, you need to warm up your body. In this episode, I’ll guide you through a quick physical warm-up for singers that helps release tension, open up your breath, and get your voice ready to go. These are simple, energizing stretches you can before singing, to start your day, or even when you need an energy boost. Here’s what we’ll do together: Big sighs with arm drops – release stress and reset your breath Torso twists – loosen your midsection and get the breath flowing Elbow pumps – open your chest and activate torso space Forward fold or chair stretch – stretch shoulders, back, and legs while breathing deeply Bunny sniffs – sniffing exercise to activate your pelvic floor Next week, we’ll add the vocal warm-up so you can put the two together for a complete pre-singing routine!   Blessings,   Sarah 🌟   //   RELATED EPISODES:   58. Get Curious About How to Breathe for Better Singing   28. Are You Accidentally Holding Your Breath? Change This One Thing for a More Powerful Singing Voice   7. Are You a Singer Who’s Not Singing? 5 Quick Ways to Step Out of Your Silence and into Your Voice Again   30. Dance Out Your Overwhelm - Come Unstuck By Moving Your Feet First!   69. Can’t Find Your Singing Voice After Becoming a Mom? 4 Reasons Why It Can Feel Hard   //   Contact: [email protected]

Dear Mama, I see you—tired, depleted, struggling to find your voice. I know what it feels like to be completely dry, lifeless, just going through the motions without joy. But God wants to breathe new life into you again! It’s time to come out of your dry season. It’s time to lay down the hurts, burdens, and shame you’ve been carrying. It’s time to let God restore and revive you. Dry bones, come awake! Come awake in Jesus’ Name! It’s time to arise and lift your voice to the Lord. To cry out in repentance. To cry out in seeking Him. He will do it—He will restore you. The One who called you is faithful! The world needs what you carry. Your voice and testimony, right there in the middle of motherhood, is what God wants to revive and activate. Will you say yes to the invitation?  “Dry bones, listen to the word of the Lord! This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Look! I am going to put breath into you and make you live again!” —Ezekiel 37:5 (NLT)   Blessings,   Sarah 🌟   Song to Engage With: Always Good (Hannah and Paul McClure)   //   RELATED EPISODES   61. God is Giving New Vision to Musician Moms!   34. Three Clues You Are Pregnant with a God-Sized Creative Dream 33. Starting Singing Again as a Busy Mom - Say YES to What God Has Placed Inside of You   //   Contact: [email protected]