In a recent episode of the Mom Who Works: Redefining What It Means to Be a Working Mom podcast, Madison Wetherill, the powerhouse behind Cook at Home Mom and Grace + Vine Studios, opens up about the real challenges of juggling family life with the demands of cooking nourishing meals. As a mother to three energetic boys, Madison has cracked the code on making family mealtime not only manageable but enjoyable—even on the craziest of days.
During the interview, Madison takes listeners on a journey from her early days of cooking out of necessity to transforming it into a thriving career. She shares her no-nonsense approach to simplifying meal prep for busy families, revealing that nutritious meals don’t have to come with a complicated recipe list. “The goal for me is always to create meals that bring the family together without the stress,” Madison says. “It’s about making cooking a fun and easy part of our daily routine, not just another thing to check off a to-do list.”
In this insightful conversation, Madison drops practical wisdom for parents struggling to find time for home-cooked meals. From the art of batch cooking and planning meals ahead of time to involving kids in the process, she provides actionable tips for whipping up delicious, wholesome meals in under 30 minutes. Her refreshing focus on simple yet nourishing food has made her a trusted guide for parents looking to streamline their kitchen routine without compromising on quality.
But Madison’s expertise doesn’t stop at family meals—she also opens up about her journey as a food blogger and content creator.
Listen to the full Mom Who Works episode on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/interview-madison-wetherill/id1716198595?i=1000708457966
About Madison Wetherill
Madison Wetherill is the woman behind Cook at Home Mom, where she inspires busy families to embrace wholesome, delicious cooking. Based in sunny Arizona, Madison juggles life as a wife and mom to three energetic boys, blending the chaos of family life with her passion for creating meals that nourish the body and soul.
Madison’s culinary journey began after her college years when cooking shifted from a necessity to a passion. Today, her blog is a trusted resource for approachable, flavor-packed recipes that cater to a variety of dietary preferences, including gluten-free, Whole30/Paleo, and keto. With an emphasis on balance and wellness, Madison proves that eating healthy doesn’t have to be complicated or diet-focused, it’s about creating meals you love and sharing them with the people who matter most.
Her recipes and tips have been featured in publications like Redfin, and she’s cultivated a community of over 65,000 followers on Instagram. From slow cooker and air fryer guides to healthy meal plans and grocery tips, Madison’s blog is like a virtual dining room where families can find inspiration for everyday cooking.
Beyond her own podcast, The Vine Podcast, and second blog, Joyfully Mad, Madison has been featured on industry-leading shows like The Food Blogger Pro Podcast, The BizChix Podcast, Eat Blog Talk, and The Blogger Genius Podcast, where she shares her expertise in food blogging, business strategy, and content creation.
Whether she’s experimenting with new ingredients or hosting family dinners, Madison’s mission is simple: to make cooking at home easy, enjoyable, and always full of flavor.
