Do you have a love/hate relationship with gardening? I’ve been there—spending hours in the dirt, only to feel like nothing grows. But this year, our backyard garden taught me more than I expected—about patience, persistence, and staying rooted in Christ.

In this episode of the Drive Thru Moms Podcast, I share how tending our garden became a way to grow faith, build family moments, and teach our kids about God’s love. From successes (hello, cantaloupe!) to lessons learned (goodbye, struggling tomatoes), we’ll talk about how the principles of gardening mirror motherhood, Bible study, and daily life with Christ.

If you’re a busy or SAHM trying to see fruit in your family, your faith, or your home life, this episode will encourage you to plant intentionally, nurture growth, and trust God to do the rest.

Have you ever felt the worry of raising your kids in the faith, or wondered if you were the only one? As a SAHM with three kids in my home for 26 years, I knew that feeling well. Today, I’m sharing how a simple Bible study reshaped the way I saw motherhood, community, and the spiritual battles we face in motherhood. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re doing enough—or if you can really teach your kids about faith and find belonging —this episode is for you.

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If the thought of hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas fills you with equal parts excitement and stress, you’re not alone. In this episode, Lynn shares how to plan, prepare, and still stay peaceful when guests walk through your door.

After hosting for more than 35 years—from family gatherings even a couple of 1,000+ person events—Lynn has learned the art of keeping her heart focused on what really matters:

The people.

You’ll hear practical steps to simplify your planning, avoid burnout, and create a warm, welcoming space without losing your joy.

Listen in for real-life stories, faith-based encouragement, and simple hosting strategies to help you trade chaos for calm this holiday season.

✨ Grab the free Holiday Hosting Guide mentioned in this episode through the link in the show notes or on Lynn’s Linktree below or in her Instagram bio.

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Happy Wednesday, Moms! 💛 On this week’s episode of the Drive Thru Moms Podcast, host Lynn Nitcher sits down with bestselling author and mom of six, Molly DeFrank. You may know Molly from her book Digital Detox: The Two-Week Tech Reset for Kids, and today we’re talking about her latest release, Mothering Boys: 8 Things Your Son Needs From You Before He Turns 10.

In this powerful conversation, we cover:
👉 Christian parenting tips for raising boys in today’s culture
👉 Common misconceptions about masculinity and how moms can guide sons with confidence
👉 Practical ways to connect with your son through conversation, dinner time, and everyday moments
👉 The 8 things every boy needs from his mom: belonging, relationship, authority, fun, bravery, tenderness, creativity, and emotional durability
👉 Encouragement for Christian moms to pray faithfully and trust God’s plan, even when the results aren’t immediate

Whether you’re raising little boys, navigating the teen years, or praying for your grown sons, this episode will encourage you to embrace your role and trust that God is at work.

✨ If you’re looking for faith-filled encouragement for moms, Christian parenting wisdom, and practical motherhood tips, this episode is for you!

📖 Learn more about Molly’s books: Mothering Boys & Digital Detox
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Happy Wednesday, friends!

In this episode of the Drive Thru Moms Podcast with Lynn Nitcher, we’re diving into one of my favorite family traditions—packing Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. What started as a small way to get my preschool and elementary kids involved in giving has now become a decades-long tradition of blessing children around the world with simple gifts and the hope of Jesus. 💌🌍

Inside this episode, you’ll hear:
✅ Creative Operation Christmas Child shoebox ideas that really work
✅ How to pack OCC shoeboxes with kids and make it a fun family activity
✅ Tips for shopping year-round on a budget (Dollar Tree, clearance finds & more!)
✅ How to host a shoebox packing party in your home, neighborhood, or church
✅ Why this tradition matters, not just at Christmas, but for building faith in our families

If you’ve ever wondered how to involve your kids in giving, grow their compassion, and share the love of Christ in a hands-on way, this episode is for you. Every shoebox packed is more than a gift—it’s an opportunity to plant seeds of faith and joy across the globe. 🌟

💡 Don’t miss the full blog with packing lists + links: www.drivethrumoms.com/blog/shoe-box-packing-101
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Welcome to the Drive Thru Mom’s Podcast!

Teachers carry an incredible load—shaping young minds while juggling the daily challenges of a full classroom. As parents, how can we show our gratitude and support them in meaningful ways?

In this episode of Drive Thru Moms, Lynn shares five practical and faith-filled ways to have a H.E.A.R.T. for your child’s teacher:

• Help with purpose

• Empower independence

• Acknowledge with appreciation

• Respond with involvement

• Talk to God about them
  

You’ll walk away with simple ideas to lighten a teacher’s load, encourage your child’s growth, and keep your family grounded in prayer throughout the school year.

✨ Want the full list, plus a teacher favorites gift guide? Visit the blog at DriveThruMoms.com/blog

📖 Looking for deeper encouragement? Grab Lynn’s devotional, Faithful Before Faithful Again: Finding God Faithful in an Anxious World, available now on Amazon.

ENJOY friends and HAPPY WEDNESDAY!

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In this heartfelt episode of the Drive Thru Moms Podcast, host Lynn Nitcher sits down with special guest Amanda Guillot for an honest and deeply meaningful conversation about navigating motherhood after losing a parent to suicide.

As part of Suicide Awareness Week, Lynn and Amanda gently walk through Amanda’s story—how losing her mom shaped her as a daughter, a woman of faith, and now, as a mom raising three children of her own. Together, they explore how grief doesn’t have to define you, how God brings healing through His presence and people, and the power of staying rooted in hope through seasons of sorrow.

We also talk practically about:

• Parenting through grief and learning to be honest with your kids

• How Amanda has intentionally built a home filled with grace, safety, and open conversations

• The impact of losing a parent on milestone moments

• Why godly mentors and community matter so deeply

• What the Bible says about comfort, loss, and hope

  
  

With Scripture, statistics, and real-life perspective, this episode is both a sacred space for moms who have experienced loss and an important listen for any mom wanting to lead with compassion, intention, and faith—especially during the teenage years.

📖 Scriptures shared: Psalm 34:18, Psalm 46:1-3, 1 Peter 1:3

Whether you’ve walked through grief yourself or are walking with someone else who has, this conversation is filled with encouragement, practical wisdom, and a reminder that in Christ, we are never without hope.

Subscribe and share with a friend who may benefit from hearing this today. 💛

📞 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988

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Are you already feeling overwhelmed—and school hasn’t even started yet? In this episode of Drive Thru Moms, we talk about the pressure-packed pace of motherhood and how being overscheduled, overstimulated, and stretched thin is robbing us of peace.

Inspired by the simple but powerful Downton Abbey quote, “Much cattle, much care,” we unpack how too many commitments can quietly pull us away from God's best for our family.

Let’s talk about:

• What Scripture says about being distracted and doing too much
  

• Why less might actually mean more peace this school year
  

• Three practical ways to reset your calendar and your soul
  

Your kids don’t need a mom who does it all—they need a mom who’s available, obedient, and at peace.

🎧 Tune in and take a deep breath—this one’s for every mom who’s tired of managing a herd she was never meant to carry.

ENJOY friends and HAPPY WEDNESDAY!

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