The Heart of a Singer - Vocal Rehab, Vocal Exercises, Christian Musician, Breathing Technique, Singing Lessons

Want some tips on staying hydrated for singing, and while also supporting your energy and health as a mom? Then this episode is for you. I’m pulling back the curtain on my daily drink lineup and sharing how I keep my vocal folds happy, my energy steady, and my body supported.

I talk about the three staples I rely on every day—water (and why I remineralize it), adrenal cocktails for electrolyte support, and my ongoing conversation w...

If you’ve been away from singing for a while—especially after becoming a mom—you might feel like you can’t trust your voice anymore. Maybe it is breathy and weak, maybe it feels tight and stuck, or maybe you keep losing your voice altogether.

In this episode, I’m sharing three of the most common vocal challenges I see in moms—and a quick, doable “today fix” for each one.

You’ll learn:

• How to stop breathiness and get a clear, s...

If you’re constantly in your head when you sing—analyzing every note, second-guessing your sound, or worrying about what others might think—you’re not alone. Especially as a mom, after time away from singing or big changes in your body, it’s easy to slip into fear and overthinking.

In this episode, I explain what’s *actually* happening in your body when you overthink while singing, and how it can cause your breath, and subsequently...

Are you struggling to reconnect with your singing voice after becoming a mom? You're not alone—and there are good reasons it can feel so hard. In this episode, we’re sitting down mom-to-mom to unpack *why* using your voice might feel out of reach right now—and how naming those reasons can help you move forward.

Singing is so highly personal because our voice is inside of us. And when we become a mom, all of the shifting roles and p...

Are you struggling to find a way to use your singing voice day-to-day as a busy mom of littles? In this episode, I share a story of how I unexpectedly got a chance to sing fun things, and get a little confidence boost—all while on vacation. How did this happen? You guessed it - it was KARAOKE for the win! I’ll unpack the specific reasons why karaoke might just be the thing you need if your life right now to reclaim your singing voi...

Are you feeling nervous and self-conscious when you use your singing voice these days? When you’ve been away from singing for a while, it’s easy to get in your head—overthinking every note, sound, and wondering what people might be thinking about you.

In this episode, I want to show you how to flip that narrative. We’re talking about what you’re letting your brain be occupied with while you sing—essentially, your subtext. Changing ...

If singing feels out of reach, this gentle vocal warm-up is the perfect way to ease back in—without making a sound. In this short and practical episode, I’ll walk you through Apple Bites—a simple stretch that targets the soft palate, helping your voice feel brighter, more resonant, and ready to go. No piano, no vocalizing—just a few seconds to reset your voice. Perfect for early mornings, car rides, or nap time—this is your go-to...

Feel stuck starting to sing again? No time or motivation to warm up your voice? Let’s warm up together with simple lip trills to gently get ready to sing.

This short vocal warm-up will help:

• Activate your breath support
• Reconnect with your voice
• Ease back into singing with confidence

Perfect for busy days, car rides, or to do along with your kids—press play and let’s sing!

Blessings,

Sarah 🌟

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Have you stopped singing for a while—and now you're not sure how to begin again? Maybe you’ve been through a big life change which has left you with no desire to sing. If opening your mouth feels vulnerable or discouraging, you’re not alone.

In this episode, I share the honest first step to getting your voice back: giving yourself permission to sound “bad” at first. I walk you through the two stages of returning to you...

Want to increase your vocal range, clarify your tone, and unlock more confidence in your singing voice—even on high notes?

In this practical episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite diction tricks from years of classical and operatic training. This will help you improve your vocal resonance, find more volume in your singing voice, and make your high notes feel easier - just by adjust when you sing consonants in a word.

You’ll disc...

Do you feel like your singing voice doesn’t have a place in this season of motherhood? You may even feel self-conscious and stuck when it comes to getting started again. The good news is that there is meaningful connection and music making waiting for you. But you'll have to let go of perfection, and embrace connection instead.

In this episode, I share six benefits that I see naturally flow from prioritising singing together in you...

I truly believe God is breathing life into moms again. You might have felt stagnant, stuck, and disappointed as a musician after you became a mom. You might have even been scared to ask God for what he has for you next, feeling like you have no time or capacity. You might even feel like your dry, desert season might never end. But I believe God wants to show you his vision for what to put your hand to next. I believe his next seaso...

Do you feel stuck and disappointed that you're not able to perform now that you've become a mom? Are you worried that you're wasting your gift and throwing away countless hours invested in your life as a musician? Do you wish there was a way you could feel a sense of balance in your life with kids, and feel peace about how to how to spend your time in a meaningful way.

I have a roadmap for you - a few prompts that help you process ...

If you're in a season where finding time to sing feels impossible, you're not alone. Whether you’re caring for little ones, rebuilding after a break, or simply juggling a lot, this episode is packed with practical, low-effort ways to improve your voice—even when formal practice isn’t an option.

I’m sharing 6 habits that gently strengthen your voice and reconnect you with the joy of singing, right in the flow of your real life.

In t...

If your goal is to get back into singing and strengthen your voice, breathing is the place to start. While breathing is something all humans instinctively know how to do, breath for singing can be highly individualized.

In this episode, I’ll show you three ways to get curious about how breath works in *your* body. Whether you're already working with a teacher or just easing back in on your own, these three areas will help you recog...

If you’re looking for easy high notes, and optimal space for your voice, we need to have a conversation about opening your mouth. But do we up it up even more for a high note? The answer is yes, but also, let’s nuance that conversation a bit more. We’re going to talk about when to open, how to open, and what to do with your jaw. You’ll leave knowing exactly what to work on next to make it easier to access your upper register. Let’s...

Feel like you're hitting a ceiling with your voice? You're not alone. Many women returning to singing struggle with their vocal range. In this episode, I unpack the most common cause I see and share three practical solutions to help you extend your range. 

What you’ll learn:

• Why your voice might feel stuck at the top
• The importance of balancing chest and head resonance
• 3 key solutions:
  • Use descending lines
  • Sing syllabic...

55. No Motivation to Sing? 3 Babysteps to Vocal Rehab

Even with years of training, there may be seasons where you don’t feel like singing—and you’re not even sure *why*. Here’s 3 areas to address that might help move from a place of vocal silence to singing freely again:

1. Vocal and Physical Challenges – “My voice is not like what it used to be.” Where to start getting back on track with body alignment and vocal technique.

2. H...

54. Heart Flow = Singing Flow: Come Unstuck in the Name of Jesus!

Have you ever felt like your voice is stuck—and no matter how hard you try, you just can’t seem to have ease in singing anymore? What if the issue isn’t just vocal... but is at the heart-level as well?

In this episode, we explore the connection between your heart and your voice. When your heart feels guarded, hurt, or overwhelmed, it often shows up in your singing ...