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After you give birth, your vagina hates you. We're here to share all our top tips on how to prepare for postpartum, what we did to heal our vaginas and what sex after birth was like. We also touch on some of our fave other postpartum products that we used on ourselves and babies!  This episode is brought you by Earth Mama Organics, a company founded by a nurse and herbalist offering thoughtfully formulated products (aka lifesavers!) for all things postpartum, as well as pregnancy and breastfeeding. Basically, we're here for your entire motherhood journey and well beyond. Earth Mama Code: PregnantBitchez20Instagram: @pregnantbitchezYouTube: Pregnant BitchezResources & Guides: Pregnant Bitchez

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Can you believe that Bonnie and Adam have created 150 episodes of “Tell Me About Your Kids” over the last 3 years?! In this episode, they reflect on the experience, as well as what they've both come to understand about Connective Parenting and the universal struggles of parenthood. From punishment to being friends with your kids, to loving but sometimes not liking them, to wondering how life would be if we'd never had them, to the effects of generational trauma, Bonnie and Adam touch on many of life's quandaries. And of course, the conversation wouldn't be complete without a BIG thank you to the MANY generous parents who have been guests on the show.  An Important Note: This summer, Bonnie and Adam are taking a well-deserved hiatus. But don't worry, you can catch up on popular episodes, ones you missed, or any you feel like it's time to revisit. Stay tuned for details about the next chapter of Tell Me About Your Kids coming later this year! Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

When little kids fight and hurt each other, it's all a parent can do not to grab, yell, blame and ultimately shame the hitter. Lee and Andre are learning how to hold their 3-year-old hitter accountable without all that. Instead, Celine learns the natural consequences of her behavior (a lost opportunity with blame) and how to develop her brain to think ahead—as long as Lee and Andre can alter their mindset and therefore their automatic reactions. The key to raising responsible, respectful people is modeling that ourselves. Lee and Andre need to reprogram old tapes that quickly assume malice and tell them yelling at Celine is the way to teach her not to do it again. Tune in to learn the No-Blame Solution to sibling fights—no matter what age your kids.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

There is nothing more urgent for parents today than what their children are or will be doing on social media. Fears run rampant and get in the way of effective communication with children. Devorah Heitner, Ph.D. author of the best seller “Screenwise”, talks with me about our children's public lives online that she explores extensively in her upcoming book, “Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World”. We cover everything from “sharenting” to sexting to surveillance apps at home and at school. Listen in to get Devorah's strategies for developing your kids' online character, teaching consent and safety as opposed to policing and forbidding.Listen to Chapter 1 of Growing Up in Public on her website Devorahheitner.comPreorder Growing Up in Public now wherever you get books for September releaseFollow her on Instagram @devorahheitnerphdBonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Hannah grew as a person and a parent when she learned the hard way to payattention to her daughter's experience and not compare it to her own. What 13 yearold Josie has learned to be comfortable with is all new territory for Hannah. In hereager attempt to prove her support for her daughter, she was actually taking care ofherself instead. Listen in for first-hand evidence of the power of mutual respect andstrong boundaries from the early years on so that the inevitable hard stuff is not sohard to get through and learn from.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Even when connection is strong with her two boys, 14 and 6, screens pose problems for Anne. Her intentions are on track to support the boys' self-regulation skills but when agreements are broken and sleep is lost, worries take over and tempers rise. Two entirely different temperaments require different expectations. The expectations for her Harmony Child can easily rise and create more pressure than Anne realizes. Choices and boundaries—understanding whose problem is whose—will help the self-regulation Anne hopes for and ensure that her harmony son never silences his voice.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

When past learned behaviors pop up and derail connection with her two children, Ellie's default is to blame herself. She feels so discouraged when they won't do as she asks. Why can't I get this right is what echoes in her head until she starts stressing and yelling to get them to do it right. Just by understanding where her thinking comes from is the beginning of de-fusing that button that gets pushed so she can have the connection she wants. She is so close. Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Harry, 9, is an impulsive, Integrity kid* reacting, as kids do, to how he has come to view himself—not good enough, not as loved as his sister, a problem, bad. His parents have raised him by the common myth that ordering and criticizing a child for bad behavior will cause that child to change that behavior—and that one should never give positive attention to negative behavior. Harry has developed a strong defense of clownish yet aggressive and hurtful “silliness”—a defense that protects his belief in himself. Tune in to learn where Harry's resentment and anger comes from and how his mother must first see Harry differently before he can see himself differently. Other podcasts about Integrity and Harmony kids: Episode 12 – Oct. 6, '20 The Orchid Child and the Dandelion Child Pt. 2Episode 13 - Oct. 13, '20 Stubborn Kid, Frustrated ParentsEpisode 34 – March 18, 21 The Squeaky Wheel Gets the Most but Wrong Kind of AttentionEpisode 40 – April 29, 21 Controlling the FightEpisode 49 – July 1, '21 “Parenting him is like a full-time job”Episode 73 – Dec. 16, '21 “This behavior has got to stop!”Episode 89 – April 7, 22 Dealing with Emotion ExplosionsEpisode 99 – June 16, '22 “Why don't I ever get to decide?” Helping an Integrity Kid Feel HeardEpisode 124 – Dec. 15, '23 When It Feels Like You've Lost Control without PunishmentBonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Hallie and her now ex-husband adopted their first child, Kyle. Subsequently she got pregnant with her second son, Kayden, the subject of much resentment for Kyle. In this episode we dig into the many causes of Kyle's anger as well as his “I don't care” attitude. Adoption is complicated for a child, and in this case, Kyle feels the rejection twice over. Traditional parenting with punitive consequences has made things worse for him. Now is the time for healing deep-set wounds. Listen in for tips on how effective communication can help Kyle express his anger more productively and trust his mother so he can find his way back. Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Blame is what turns sibling fights into sibling rivalry. Rivalry brings with it pretty constant anger and resentment at least from one child toward another. But it's hard not to blame the child who hits or deeply hurts another. The parents job is to help children thru their own tough times—not do it for them and not put them down for doing it wrong. Blame never teaches what you want. Learn how to use the No-Blame Solution to teach your children not only to stop resenting each other but to care for each other and be accountable for their actions.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Siblings are going to fight. They are too close to each other not to. It's tricky to allow their fights without turning them into sibling rivalry. Rivalry is the key word here. Your kids become rivals for your approval. That is unless you are always able to keep your approval neutral and stay out of their fights. That's the hard part when you see one of them treating the other unfairly. Get on board with these tools so you can keep their arguing and bickering far away from any rivalry.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

No matter what your race, do you know how to talk to your kids in a coherent, age-appropriate way about race and racism? Were you brought up ignorant about racism, thinking it was only about someone else? I talk with Emma Redden and Grace Aldrich about their work in helping people discover their own histories in order to help their children understand theirs.Grace and Emma are community educators and work with groups of teachers, parents and caregivers. If you are interested in working with them contact them through their website {thefullstoryschool.org} or by email at thefullstoryschool@gmail.com.Grace and Emma have 2 podcasts Freedom Means and Kistory. Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Camille's early childhood trauma still asserts itself through her body language when she bites her lip. Because of the work Camille has done, her 9 year old daughter, Aria, can call her on it. But that lip still betrays Camille whenever she feels those old triggering emotions. Listen in to learn how to become aware of what your body, if not your words and emotions, may be telling your children and how to neutralize the effect, so you don't pass on the anxiety of your own traumatic experience. Triggers take us into the past. Awareness of the past can keep us in the moment. Our best parenting tool is our own healing.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Katherine wants her 9 year old to be able to stand up for herself and eventually save the world with her strength of spirit. But in the meantime, she unintentionally undermines that strength by not accepting it right now. Zelda perceives her parents as the enemy because she believes she must fight them to be heard. Her difficult “integrity” temperament worries her parents who get angry when they think she ignores them or says they're mean. They try to explain, but the fight comes, not when Zelda can't do what she wants, but when she feels wrong for the wanting. Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

What would it mean for Erica to allow her friend to find her own way thru parenting that works for her? What does she need to give up to be the loving, compassionate friend she wants to be? These are the questions that get answered as Bonnie looks into the critical role of boundaries to determine what is Erica's business and what is her friend's. With the intention of helping her 13 year old daughter and friend get unleashed from a 5 year old's tantrums, Erica wants to impose her better way but in doing so ends up exploding from two years of holding in judgement.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

How do you reconnect with a child who has pushed you away because he believes he has failed you? How do answer an angry child who yells, “If yelling at you is the way I express my anger, why shouldn't I be allowed to do that?” Ginger has long suffered from depression and when it hit rock bottom, her life turned upside down. Her ex got custody of the kids and now she's fighting to get them back. The divorce, depression, and hospitalization understandably provoked fear and anger in her 9 and 11 year olds. Not knowing who can be trusted has led the 11 year old to see one perspective only and that means shutting his mom out to protect himself. Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

We all want our kids to stop fighting. But even our best intentions usually set up the next fight because we don't understand what the bottom line really is. If we don't truly get why siblings fight with each other, what they are really after and how we can fulfill that, we'll never be able to use the necessary communication skills effectively and end the fighting once and for all. It's common sense, but it requires a very different mindset. Tune in to hear Adam and Bonnie discuss how anger and blame keeps the fighting going and how this reframe can steer you away from anger and blame. Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

All children feel afraid of things they perceive out of their control. Feeling scared, nervous, upset is all perfectly normal. Jess' 7 year old daughter Lily is dealing with normal fears of a quiet, cautious child Jess worries is stuck in anxiety. Jess's childhood fears were dismissed by an inconvenienced mother with little to no empathy. It's no wonder Jess wants to rid her daughter of any of the fears that left her feeling alone, frightened and unsafe. To this day she gets triggered when she feels invalidated. Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Ruthie's 14 year old daughter makes a lot of emotional noise which leaves her mother feeling bulldozed. Whenever Olivia is emotionally charged, Ruthie is triggered to backdown and block out the oncoming chaos of her daughter leaving Olivia without support. But this sensory overload is familiar to Ruthie. As a child, she learned to numb her exterior to protect her sensitive interior from the criticism and ridicule from her parents. Her hardened exterior developed to protect her scared interior. Her daughter's behavior triggers the same numbing response. Listen in to hear how Ruthie can let that protective barrier down, expose her genuine self, and give her daughter the support she needs. Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Kristen is working hard to navigate her 50/50 parenting time, leaving her feeling unable to deal with her two children's aggression toward her and each other. The highly structured life her 10 and 6 year olds have with their father provokes Kristen to compensate at the other end of the spectrum putting her needs on hold. Chaos leads to daily crisis. Kristen is too tired for strategies and worn down by the judgements when she hears, They never behave that way here.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Katie has put a lot of time into her positive parenting. The problem is she can be a little too positive when trying to motivate her 5-year-old. Understanding her daughter's temperament is a must for Katie to set appropriate expectations so as not to be inconsiderate of her needs. Katie would never intend to be inconsiderate, but when we break it down what happens, that's what it is. This episode is a great lesson in what I call Connective Communication (the updated version of How to Talk to Kids so They'll Listen) which is the only way to truly express empathy (not necessarily agreement). We all just want to be understood. That is the way to motivate anyone.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Is your child's behavior more than just annoying? Is it a mystery with seemingly no clues? Are you worried his development is off track? Is she having difficulty performing at the level of her peers? Do think he needs more support than you can give? Do you get angry when she “never listens”? Tune in to hear clinical psychologist Dr. Lara Kroodsma break down the various tests available to us now to learn how your child's brain works and understand his unique development. Behavior is usually the child's effort to solve a problem. Testing can help the child learn how to make that problem easier, and a diagnosis, if given, can be a guide to help children strategize their challenges using their strengths.  Questions for Dr. Lara? Go to her website - https://morningstarpsych.com A good follow-up to this podcast with Dr. Kroodsma is episode #120 aired 11/10/22 — Community Pieces # 7: How getting an evaluation for your child can boost self-esteem.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Camilla is mother to four children ranging from 18 to 25. She has raised her children with a connected approach and is here to tell the results at the stage of launching into adulthood. Here's what it means to raise kids with no punishment (that includes unnatural consequences) but only kindness, respect, firmness and focus on relationship above all else. If your fear is—How do they learn to do what you want? They'll be entitled, disrespectful people. They won't learn that real life has consequences—then this is the listen for you. Camilla has begged the question over and over: What's more important being right or being connected? You can reach Camilla at:Myparentingsolutions.comCamilla@myparentingsolutions.comBonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Kate's 2 yr. (her third child) needs to wear glasses. Ever tried to get a toddler to do what she must but what she hates? This is a problem that goes on throughout development—when you have to insure your child does something she refuses. Finding the balance between motivating and loosening up is the only way to stay out of power struggles and the only hope of gaining cooperation. Listen in to learn how to say no without saying no and to empower your child to begin to take responsibility for herself.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

 Anne is the mother of two tween boys 11 and 12. Being an Integrity kid, Brooks, the younger, is reacting to years of blame and punishments from parents who wish he was more like his brother. His defenses arise when he perceives that his brother James has an easier, happier life. His natural aggression has turned angry and violent. He wants to punish back. Gratitude is out of his reach. Listen in to learn what is underneath Brooks' retribution and how empathy can change everything.Other podcasts about Integrity and Harmony kids:Episode 12 – Oct. 6, '20 The Orchid Child and the Dandelion Child Pt. 2Episode 13 - Oct. 13, '20 Stubborn Kid, Frustrated ParentsEpisode 34 – March 18, 21 The Squeaky Wheel Gets the Most but Wrong Kind of AttentionEpisode 40 – April 29, 21 Controlling the FightEpisode 49 – July 1, '21 “Parenting him is like a full-time job”Episode 73 – Dec. 16, '21 “This behavior has got to stop!”Episode 89 – April 7, 22 Dealing with Emotion ExplosionsEpisode 99 – June 16, '22 “Why don't I ever get to decide?” Helping an Integrity Kid Feel HeardEpisode 124 – Dec. 15, '23 When It Feels Like You've Lost Control without Punishment AlsoCommunity Pieces: Episode #25, Jan. 7, 2021 – When Conflict between Parents Needs the Big ConversationBonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comUse this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobook on AudibleWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About ItProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.com

For 5 yr. old Aiko, “everything goes in really big and comes out really big”, says his mom, Janneke. Part of that ‘really big' comes out at his 10 yr. old brother when Aiko's jealousy rears up. Calling Noa a dummy over and over has become a habit for Aiko, and sensitive Noa takes it as fact. Breaking the habit requires a new frame for Aiko—instead being told again and again that it's not ok. Listen through to hear Bonnie's Gremlin exercise which can help that reframing process—that, and no more blame.Use this link to purchase Bonnie's audiobookWhen Your Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About ItBonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.com

We're ending 2022 with an episode from the archives. We figured it's always a good time to get a lesson on relationship. Tracy's children are not too young to begin this important process. Most parents naturally get hung up on what is important to teach and get stuck in the minutia of daily life and chaos with young kids. We forget that the main thing we want our children to learn is to be respectful and considerate. Tracy gets a reminder of this important aspect of parenting and how her issue with getting toys picked up blocks her needed focus on developing a mutually respectful relationship.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.com

After my interview on Safe Home Podcast with Beth Syverson, I decided it would make a perfect puzzle piece, because it turned out to be a great overview of connected parenting. I discuss the principles of connective parenting and how they were developed thru learning about myself. The primary focus is on the relationship between parent and child and the responsibilities of the parent. There is also a great description of the Integrity and Harmony children, terms we use a lot on this podcast and the work of Dr. Thomas Boyce on the Orchid and Dandelion children from which my terms evolved. I also define behavior, where it comes from, and the iceberg model which illustrates how one's emotions provoke the behavior.Safe Home Podcast with Beth Syverson is for struggling teens and their families finding their healing path. 18yo Joey and his moms Beth and Jan share from the heart their experiences and struggles with addiction and mental health.Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.com

April has had a long and close relationship with her now 16-year-old. Yet, for the past year, since he has been in a significant relationship, he doesn't want to hear one word from his mother about it. He tells her to stop “inserting herself where she shouldn't”, that he doesn't need parenting, among other edgy remarks that have left her hurting. Listen in while Bonnie and April pull apart what is possible to understand where he might be coming from and determine the best route to follow now. Join Thrive Market and Get My Special Discounthttps://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100687948-15329496 Here's the link for Earth Mama Organics -  https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=177850&u=3330166&m=22557&urllink=&afftrack=Bonnie Harris, MS.Ed., director of Connective Parenting, 30+ years of coaching, teaching, and writing for parents. https://linktr.ee/bonnieharrisparentingWebsite: bonnieharris.com Email: bh@bonnieharris.comProduced, mixed, and scored by Echo Finch www.echofinch.com

At eight months pregnant guest Sarah LeClair has A LOT of advice to keep you prepared both mentally and physically for the months ahead. Check out this website recommended by our guest for products, articles, and more tips for moms - Earth Mama Organics. And, if you enjoyed "Tips for Expectant Moms," I encourage you to check out my birth stories series for supplemental information about labor and delivery, including "Birth Stories: Grace for New Parents," where Isabel Reyes and I discuss the importance of advocating for yourself when confronted by medical professionals.

Do you know what a placental abruption is? A placental abruption is a serious pregnancy complication in which the placenta detaches from the womb (uterus). Placental abruption occurs when the placenta detaches from the inner wall of the womb before delivery. The condition can deprive the baby of oxygen and nutrients. Today’s guest experienced an unexpected placental abruption in her first pregnancy that was otherwise normal and uncomplicated.  The abruption led to her baby boy to be born sleeping at 37 weeks and 6 days gestation.  Chassis Hawkins-Younger shares in our Surviving Pregnancy Loss series how she survived her stillbirth due to placenta abruption, her rainbow and golden baby pregnancies, and how she honors her son Anthony all year long. This episode is for you to listen to if you have experienced a stillbirth, placenta abruption, or have had a pregnancy after loss. This episode is for you to listen to gain ideas on how to honor you angel all year long. Today’s episode is sponsored by Earth Mama Organics.  Earth Mama makes clean, safe and effective herbal solutions for the entire journey of motherhood, from pregnancy and breastfeeding to baby care, and even the loss of a baby.  Earth Mama’s certified organic formulations help mamas and their babies across the globe, by marrying generations of women’s wisdom and traditional herbal medicine with modern, evidence-based research.  Listeners can save now on their purchase at EarthMama.com with Code SISTERSINLOSS. Become a Sisters in Loss Birth and Bereavement Doula Here Living Water Doula Services Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Healing Collective Online Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook Sisters in Loss Twitter You can follow Erica on Social Erica’s Website Erica’s Instagram Erica’s Facebook Erica’s Twitter

We are kicking off the new year discussing Fibroids.  Do you know what Fibroids are?  Do you know anyone who has fibroids or do you have them yourself?  Do you know that you can get pregnant and sustain a pregnancy with Fibroids? Fibroids are Noncancerous growths in the uterus that can develop during a woman's childbearing years. The cause of fibroids isn't well understood. Risk factors include a family history of fibroids, obesity, or early onset of puberty. Symptoms include heavy menstrual bleeding, prolonged periods, and pelvic pain. In some cases, there are no symptoms. Treatments include medications and removal of the fibroid.   Studies show that African-American women suffer fibroids 2 to 3 times more than white women.  Black women tend to experience fibroids at a younger age and often more severely than their white counterparts.  One estimate is that 25% of African-American women will suffer from fibroids by the age of 25 and 80% will have them by age 50 (compared with 70% for white females). Because Black women suffer fibroids at an earlier age, they also are 2 to 3 times more likely to undergo surgery. Today’s guest was featured back in Episode 31 of the podcast sharing her journey through miscarriages, a stillbirth, and rainbow baby pregnancy with fibroids.  Keanna Barnes updates us on her journey to parenthood and since that episode has since had another baby girl her golden baby.  A golden baby is a baby born after a rainbow baby.   In this episode Keanna takes us back on her journey through suffering miscarriages, a stillbirth, getting pregnant with her golden baby and pregnancy with fibroids.   Her book Journey to Peace a 31 Day Devotional: Through the Grief of Miscarriage, Stillbirth, or Other Pregnancy Loss is a go to in the Sisters in Loss Community for those who have experienced fibroids and loss.  This episode is for you to listen to if you have fibroids, had a miscarriage or had a stillbirth.  This episode is for you to listen to if you want to know what a pregnancy after loss entails. Today's episode is sponsored by Earth Mama Organics.  Earth Mama makes clean, safe and effective herbal solutions for the entire journey of motherhood, from pregnancy and breastfeeding to baby care, and even the loss of a baby.  Earth Mama's certified organic formulations help mamas and their babies across the globe, by marrying generations of women's wisdom and traditional herbal medicine with modern, evidence-based research.  Listeners can save now on their purchase at EarthMama.com with Code SISTERSINLOSS. Become a Sisters in Loss Birth and Bereavement Doula Here Living Water Doula Services Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Healing Collective Online Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook Sisters in Loss Twitter You can follow Erica on Social Erica’s Website Erica’s Instagram Erica’s Facebook Erica’s Twitter

Topic today: Less photoshop, more you. Less buying of followers, more gaining authentically. I mean you can do it, just is if you want to put in the work. Congrats to my girl Lisa Paige aka @Lisapaigemademedoit on Instagram and her podcast name who did just that and is celebrating with 10K minus the buying of followers, minus the giveaways, minus the loop contents, and minus all the faux stuff! You go girl! So yeah, be authentic. Plus... I am officially good to announce my Bump Squad Status... Earth Mama Organics is my new squad and if your unsure of what I am talking about, head on over to the blog TheQueenBuzz.com or email me and I'll share more! Xx Happy Monday folks, Deana --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/4Point0ingLife/message

Did you worry about your milk supply when your baby was newborn?Is your baby over 6 months and you STILL worry?Do you feel less full? Wake up during the night only to pump?If the answer is YES, PLEASE listen to this episode. You will feel much better.If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a review on itunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and comments to badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com Things we talked about:What happens to milk supply once things start to change? [2:59]Your baby at 6 months [4:42]Your body responds to your baby [5:50]3-4 month changes [7:01]What makes us think our milk is going away? [10:00]Breastfeeding challenges when baby is newborn [18:40]New challenges after the newborn period [19:21]Pumping changes as baby grows [21:15]Going back to the early days [24:19]Behavioral changes vs. milk supply [26:18]Measuring supply based on what you see [27:53]Don’t expect your supply to be what it was when baby was a newborn [31:09]Shout out of the week – Indigenous Birth Alberta [17:27]https://www.indigenousbirthalberta.org This episode is sponsored by Earth Mama Organics and Kindred BravelyOther episodes we mentioned this week, or we just think you should check them outhttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/030-distracted-babies/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/129-balancing-solids-with-breastfeeding/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/025-back-to-work/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/075-breastfeeding-myths/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/118-breastfeeding-myths-that-wont-die/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com Music we use~Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

Is or was your newborn really sleepy?Did you think your baby was defective because of how sleepy he was?Did you ever wonder what is normal, when should your baby be more awake?If your baby was sleepy after he/she was born, you should listen to this episode. And that is probably everyone.If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a review on itunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and comments to badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.comThings we talked about:What makes a baby sleepy? [4:20]Waking for feeds [7:33]Tips for waking a sleepy baby [7:53]How often should you wake your baby? [9:41]Keeping baby awake during a feed [12:04]What’s the difference between suck and suckle? Nutritive and non-nutritive suck? [14:14]Jaundice [21:51]Awake time for babies [23:07]Should you wake a sleeping baby?? [25:24]When can you let them sleep longer? [26:02]What are ‘appropriate’ times [29:31]Sleepy newborn babies are normal babies [30:28] Shout out of the week – Birth By Grace [20:35]https://www.birthbygracemidwifery.com This episode is sponsored by Earth Mama Organics and Kindred BravelyOther episodes we mentioned this week, or we just think you should check them outhttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/jaundice-myths-and-breastfeeding/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/008-schedules/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/088-normal-newborn-breastfeeding-behaviors/Check out this video for great examples of sucks and swallows (starting at minute 2:20)https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=6&v=LX1fl8NtTuw&feature=emb_logo Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Follow our Podcast~https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby~Abby Theuring https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com Music we use~Music: "Levels of Greatness" from "We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)" courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes

This episode wraps up the 3 part mini series as we explore preferences in birth.  Often referred to as a birth plan, having preferences written out in a clear and easy to read format can help both you and your birth team to know the focus of your goals and have a place to revisit and reflect as labor progresses, birth unfolds and postpartum and newborn care continue.  As mentioned, I am a HUGE fan of Earth Mama Organics.  I am so honored to be a birth professional with them and keep their products on hand for purchase and also include them as part of my Childbirth Education, Postpartum and Breastfeeding Support Services. This beautiful business in based in the PNW and they have a great tool (FREE!) on their website to aide in writing birth plans.  Here is the link to that: http://freebirthplan.com/earth-mama-free-birth-plan/ We cover birth preferences in detail in Nesting, the Childbirth Education Course that I offer both in person, and coming SOON online.  A launch date has been set and will be announced later this month with an opportunity for pre-sale at a discounted rate. I am incredibly excited to roll this out!  Sign up for the exclusive email list here to be the first to read and hear all about it.  As always show notes can be found at thechosennest.com/episode11 and that is also where you will find the step 1 PDF template I created just for this podcast.  Want more details on how to write and refine your birth preferences?  There will be an entire module on that in the online offering mentioned above.  As always, I can be reached at janelle@thechosennest.com if you have any questions! 

Expecting moms prepare so much for pregnancy and childbirth, but what happens after the baby is born? The postpartum period, traditionally referred to as “lying-in” is a time to bond with your newborn and establish a connection to build upon for a lifetime. It's also a time to rest and allow your body to heal.On today's episode, we’re diving into how to create a plan for lying-in and tips for making the most out of your postpartum period.We’ve partnered with our friends at Earth Mama Organics where they harness nature’s herbal remedies to effectively support the miraculous wonders and common indignities of the entire journey of pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, and baby care. Their helpful FREE Postpartum Lying-In Plan was created to help guide expectant mamas through thinking about their own healing, and to make the most of the postpartum rest time they have. With our tips and their guide new parents can plan for better healing and better bonding with their new baby.Lyin-In: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjpTMRGUpQYEarth Mama FREE Postpartum Lying-In Plan: http://blog.earthmama.com/earth-mama-free-lying-postpartum-plan/

On today's episode, we talk with Dorie about her experience with stillbirth. This episode is brought to you by Earth Mama Organics, a company making effective and safe herbal care for the whole journey of motherhood: pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, baby care, or even the loss of a baby. Because motherhood is a wild ride—and we're all in this together. https://earthmamaorganics.com/ --- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Stitcher to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!

On today’s episode, we talk with Dorie about her experience with stillbirth. This episode is brought to you by Earth Mama Organics, a company making effective and safe herbal care for the whole journey of motherhood: pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, baby care, or even the loss of a baby. Because motherhood is a wild ride—and we're all in this together. https://earthmamaorganics.com/ --- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Stitcher to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!

Today, Jessie and Anita talk through ways to prepare yourself, your first-born, and your partner for the birth of baby number 2! This episode is brought to you by Earth Mama Organics, a company making effective and safe herbal care for the whole journey of motherhood: pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, baby care, or even the loss of a baby. Because motherhood is a wild ride—and we're all in this together. https://earthmamaorganics.com/ --- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Stitcher to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!  

Today, Jessie and Anita talk through ways to prepare yourself, your first-born, and your partner for the birth of baby number 2! This episode is brought to you by Earth Mama Organics, a company making effective and safe herbal care for the whole journey of motherhood: pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, baby care, or even the loss of a baby. Because motherhood is a wild ride—and we're all in this together. https://earthmamaorganics.com/ --- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Stitcher to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!  

Today, we have a QUICK episode where Anita and Jessie answer a listener question about coping with the absence of intense exercise in early postpartum! This episode is brought to you by Earth Mama Organics, a company making effective and safe herbal care for the whole journey of motherhood: pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, baby care, or even the loss of a baby. Because motherhood is a wild ride—and we're all in this together. https://earthmamaorganics.com/ --- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Stitcher to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!

Today, we have a QUICK episode where Anita and Jessie answer a listener question about coping with the absence of intense exercise in early postpartum! This episode is brought to you by Earth Mama Organics, a company making effective and safe herbal care for the whole journey of motherhood: pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, baby care, or even the loss of a baby. Because motherhood is a wild ride—and we're all in this together. https://earthmamaorganics.com/ --- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Stitcher to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!

Today, Anita and Jessie talk about each of their postpartum experiences - so far - with a toddler and a newborn! This episode is brought to you by Earth Mama Organics, a company making effective and safe herbal care for the whole journey of motherhood: pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, baby care, or even the loss of a baby. Because motherhood is a wild ride—and we're all in this together. https://earthmamaorganics.com/ --- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Stitcher to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!

Today, Anita and Jessie talk about each of their postpartum experiences - so far - with a toddler and a newborn! This episode is brought to you by Earth Mama Organics, a company making effective and safe herbal care for the whole journey of motherhood: pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, baby care, or even the loss of a baby. Because motherhood is a wild ride—and we're all in this together. https://earthmamaorganics.com/ --- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Stitcher to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!

Jennie has had quite the experiences with her births; her first C-section was due to placenta abruption at 28 weeks gestation. The circumstances surrounding that birth caused trauma and difficulties for her. She went on to have two VBACs, one of which the labor lasted more than 28 hours. We then talk about preterm C-sections and what evidence says about the chances for VBAC. As always, you can find the referenced information on our VBAC blog at thevbaclink.com/blog ( https://www.thevbaclink.com/blog ). The sponsor for this episode is Earth Mama Organics. We LOVE their safe and clean products for mama and baby and have both personally used and recommend their products to our clients. Bonus! You can get 20% off your Earth Mama organic purchase by entering promo code "VBAC" at checkout at earthmamaorganics.com. * fb.me/thevbaclink ( http://www.thevbaclink.com/thevbaclink/episode/update/id/fb.me/thevbaclink ) for Facebook * @thevbaclink ( http://www.instagram.com/thevbaclink ) on Instagram * Find Meagan and Julie's birth videos on our YouTube Channel. ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLADirubsALvgKEmab2svV_uWMs7H_MtwC&v=ld-SBMQlpug ) * More VBAC information www.thevbaclink.com ( http://www.thevbaclink.com/ ) Please note, to get stories from all over the country and even other countries, we record using phone lines. For this reason, audio quality may vary between episodes and speakers. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we explore the power of tone- how the voice we use can either elevate or escalate a tough situation with our kids, not to mention influence how we all feel about one another. We chat ways we’re trying to use tone as a tool- an attitude adjuster and magical scene-setter when the shit hits the fan. We have the power! Note- the AUDIO from that happy hour is what you’ll be hearing here today. You may prefer podcasts, but we’d actually recommend watching these Friday Empowerment episodes on Youtube or our website as they were intended! Today’s episode is supported by Earth Mama Organics; natural and organic herbal products for the magical and manic journey of motherhood; from pregnancy to postpartum to baby to breastfeeding + beyond. Support Upbringing by visiting www.earthmamaorganics.com and enter code UPBRINGING20 for 20% off your purchase. Stop by our Partner’s page for more info: www.upbringing.co/partners. Visit our website, www.upbringing.co to learn more about us and sign up for our newsletter! Watch our Empowerment Happy Hour Conversations on our Videos Page or on Youtube. Submit your Dear Upbringing challenges via email or DM. We want to hear your thoughts. We care deeply about what you think and how you’re doin’, so get in touch -- we’re better together. Email us: info@upbringing.co Follow UpBringing on: Instagram: @up_bringing Facebook: @jointheupbringing And: Youtube

Bethany has such an inspiring story. Her first Cesarean was due to a poorly positioned baby and a placenta abruption. For her VBAC, she faced the same circumstances with an asynclitic baby but got the baby's position straightened out to end in a successful VBAC at a birth center. Find more about getting your baby in a good position on our VBAC blog: thevbaclink.com/blog ( https://www.thevbaclink.com/blog ). The sponsor for this episode is Earth Mama Organics. We LOVE their safe and clean products for mama and baby and have both personally used and recommend their products to our clients. Bonus! You can get 20% off your Earth Mama organic purchase by entering promo code "VBAC" at checkout at earthmamaorganics.com. * fb.me/thevbaclink ( http://www.thevbaclink.com/thevbaclink/episode/update/id/fb.me/thevbaclink ) for Facebook * @thevbaclink ( http://www.instagram.com/thevbaclink ) on Instagram * Find Meagan and Julie's birth videos on our YouTube Channel. ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLADirubsALvgKEmab2svV_uWMs7H_MtwC&v=ld-SBMQlpug ) * More VBAC information www.thevbaclink.com ( http://www.thevbaclink.com/ ) Please note, to get stories from all over the country and even other countries, we record using phone lines. For this reason, audio quality may vary between episodes and speakers. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Schermisia has such an incredible story! She fought hard for her VBAC and made so many educated and intuitive decisions along the way. We have wanted to share a story from a woman of color for a while now. In this episode, we are going to share the specific challenges women of color face in the birth room and why they have to work so much harder for an empowered birth experience. As always, you can find the referenced information on our VBAC blog at thevbaclink.com/womenofcolor/ ( https://www.thevbaclink.com/womenofcolor/ ). The sponsor for this episode is Earth Mama Organics. We LOVE their safe and clean products for mama and baby and have both personally used and recommend their products to our clients. Bonus! You can get 20% off your Earth Mama organic purchase by entering promo code "VBAC" at checkout at earthmamaorganics.com ( http://earthmamaorganics.com ). * fb.me/thevbaclink ( http://www.thevbaclink.com/thevbaclink/episode/update/id/fb.me/thevbaclink ) for Facebook * @thevbaclink ( http://www.instagram.com/thevbaclink ) on Instagram * Find Meagan and Julie's birth videos on our YouTube Channel. ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLADirubsALvgKEmab2svV_uWMs7H_MtwC&v=ld-SBMQlpug ) * More VBAC information www.thevbaclink.com ( http://www.thevbaclink.com/ ) Please note, to get stories from all over the country and even other countries, we record using phone lines. For this reason, audio quality may vary between episodes and speakers. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Our first Power Of episode explores the practice of parenting- how we can and why we should cultivate our own intentional, authentic approach and philosophy. We discuss how new “parenting” actually is, the conscious and unconscious influences that guide our hand and how we can ask WHY to bravely take what we like and leave the rest. The AUDIO from that happy hour is what you’ll be hearing here today... Let’s show up and grow up! Relevant links: Pom Pom Social, Act Natural Today’s episode is supported by Earth Mama Organics; natural and organic herbal products for the magical and manic journey of motherhood; from pregnancy to postpartum to baby to breastfeeding + beyond. Support Upbringing by visiting www.earthmamaorganics.com and enter code UPBRINGING20 for 20% off your purchase. Stop by our Partner’s page for more info: www.upbringing.co/partners. Visit our website, www.upbringing.co to learn more about us and sign up for our newsletter! Watch our Empowerment Happy Hour Conversations on our Videos Page or on Youtube. Submit your Dear Upbringing challenges via email or DM. We want to hear your thoughts. We care deeply about what you think and how you’re doin’, so get in touch -- we’re better together. Email us: info@upbringing.co Follow UpBringing on: Instagram: @up_bringing Facebook: @jointheupbringing And: Youtube

Happy Wednesday, Friends! Today, we have a super special guest on the Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show! The lovely Kendra Hennessy is joining me to chat all things home MAKING + home MANAGEMENT- but not the old time Betty Crocker stereotype you may be thinking of We’re talking about how the modern day momma can manage her home well to cultivate values and priorities for the entire family. ENJOY! XOXO Today’s Sponsor: RAWR Naturals! RAWR Naturals: Our absolute favorite protein powder for expecting + breastfeeding mommas! With delicious new flavors like Salted Caramel + Strawberry that are herbal-free and safe for pregnant mommas, you can’t go wrong with RAWR Naturals! Use coupon BLOSSOM for 10% your purchase at rawrnaturals.com. Earth Mama! Earth Mama: We have been PERFECTING the bedtime routine here at the Blossom house and it truly does start and end with Earth Mama Organics! From non toxic deodorant, lotions, soaps, and everything in between… Earth Mama provides your family (and mine) with non-toxic and effective products that truly meet the needs of both Mama and Baby. The safety and functionality (not to mention the smell!) of Earth Mamas sweet orange baby wash and lotion are both clinically and dermatologist tested safe and are used in hospital NICUS across the country. Snag some for your own little one by using the coupon code BLOSSOMING20 from now until December 31st for 20% off any regular price, individual product on earthmamaorganics.com. Good for US orders only and can be used multiple times. Molly’s Suds! Molly’s Suds: For all our laundry must-haves, Molly’s Suds is my GO-TO! From washing onesies, to crib sheets, to sports gear, to nursing bras, Molly’s Suds has a safe + natural detergent to keep things clean! Put an end to toxicity exposure in your home by using Molly’s Suds earth and plant-derived ingredients to enhance efficiency and cut down on cleaning time without compromising your family’s health. Use coupon code BLOSSOM25 at mollyssuds.com for 25% of you order. Coupon is limited to one use per customer and cannot be combined with other offers. Blossom After Baby Life after baby is hard but it is also AMAZING!! Do you feel like you are losing yourself in motherhood through poor eating habits, lack of fitness, little to no self-care, and a non-existent quiet time? Blossom After Baby teaches Jenni’s specific postpartum method for learning how to honor your body, mind, and spirit in your new role of mama. From learning about meal prepping, healthy recipes, quick workouts, quiet time with the Lord, and self-care, this program is truly designed for the new mama who is struggling to find her groove through the postpartum period. Mom life shouldn’t and doesn’t have to be this hard! Purchase the Program NOW! Show References: Join the Abundant Motherhood Club! Gain Your Grounded and Glowing Access Experience the Blossom After Baby Movement Connect with Kendra! Check out RAWR Naturals! Shop Earth Mama! Learn more about Molly’s Suds! Jennifer Blossom Contact: admin@blossomingmommyandbaby.com, www.blossomingmommyandbaby.com Find Blossoming Mommy and Baby on social media: @blossomingmommyandbaby Did you enjoy today’s episode? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on iTunes! This is also a great way to help other mamas, just like YOU, find and enjoy the Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show! Have a question, comment or suggestion about the Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show? Send us an email at info@blossomingmommyandbaby.com or connect with us over on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter @BlossomingMommyandBaby. Don’t forget to subscribe to The Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show on your podcast app to make sure you never miss out on the latest, gorgeous episodes! You can also be the first to know when a new episode airs and receive a special gift from us when you subscribe to our email list HERE! Happy Listening!!

Episode 328: Motherhood is tough, but it is SO worth it. You have been called, Momma! Recognize that God has placed these beautiful children in YOUR LIFE for a reason. What an honor that is! If you’re feeling down, girl~I GOT YOU. The MOM FUNK is real. I’ve been there and I still have my days BUT I don’t live there and I don’t want you to live in your funk either. Discover my 3 main strategies for overcoming the funk today! Today’s Sponsors: RAWR Naturals! RAWR Naturals: Our absolute favorite protein powder for expecting + breastfeeding mommas! With delicious new flavors like Salted Caramel + Strawberry that are herbal-free and safe for pregnant mommas, you can’t go wrong with RAWR Naturals! Use coupon BLOSSOM for 10% your purchase at rawrnaturals.com. Earth Mama Organics! Earth Mama: We have been PERFECTING the bedtime routine here at the Blossom house and it truly does start and end with Earth Mama Organics! From non toxic deodorant, lotions, soaps, and everything in between… Earth Mama provides your family (and mine) with non-toxic and effective products that truly meet the needs of both Mama and Baby. The safety and functionality (not to mention the smell!) of Earth Mamas sweet orange baby wash and lotion are both clinically and dermatologist tested safe and are used in hospital NICUs across the country. Snag some for your own little one by using the coupon code BLOSSOMING20 from now until December 31st for 20% off any regular price, individual product on earthmamaorganics.com. Good for US orders only and can be used multiple times. Molly’s Suds! Molly’s Suds: For all our laundry must-haves, Molly’s Suds is my GO-TO! From washing onesies, to crib sheets, to sports gear, to nursing bras, Molly’s Suds has a safe + natural detergent to keep things clean! Put an end to toxicity exposure in your home by using Molly’s Suds earth and plant-derived ingredients to enhance efficiency and cut down on cleaning time without compromising your family’s health. Use coupon code BLOSSOM25 at mollyssuds.com for 25% of you order. Coupon is limited to one use per customer and cannot be combined with other offers. Blossom After Baby Life after baby is hard but it is also AMAZING!! Do you feel like you are losing yourself in motherhood through poor eating habits, lack of fitness, little to no self-care, and a non-existent quiet time? Blossom After Baby teaches Jenni’s specific postpartum method for learning how to honor your body, mind, and spirit in your new role of mama. From learning about meal prepping, healthy recipes, quick workouts, quiet time with the Lord, and self-care, this program is truly designed for the new mama who is struggling to find her groove through the postpartum period. Learn how to live your BEST life after baby: blossomingmommyandbaby.com/services Show References: Blossoming Mommy and Baby Programs + Services: www.blossomingmommyandbaby.com/services Today’s BLOG + Show Notes: www.blossomingmommyandbaby.com/feeling-mom-funk-apply-3-momhacks-stat-get-back-track/ Jennifer Blossom Contact: admin@blossomingmommyandbaby.com, www.blossomingmommyandbaby.com Find Blossoming Mommy and Baby on social media: @blossomingmommyandbaby Did you enjoy today’s episode? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on iTunes! This is also a great way to help other mamas, just like YOU, find and enjoy the Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show. You can also spread the love by sharing this episode with a girlfriend, family member, or coworker! Have a question you’d like to hear answered? Send us an email at info@blossomingmommyandbaby.com or connect with us over on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter @Blossomingmommyandbaby. Don’t forget to subscribe to The Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show on your podcast app to make sure you never miss out on the latest, gorgeous episodes! You can also be the first to know when a new episode airs and receive a special gift from us when you subscribe to our email list HERE!

Hey There, Sister! Mommas, I can’t even begin to tell you how much I LOVE today’s episode!! We have the incredible Sheila Gregoire joining me to give you the sex talk every momma needs to hear. Her message is so needed in today’s culture and I cannot wait for you to hear the incredible bits of knowledge she unleashes throughout the entire episode. You are going to LOVE it!! Don’t forget, you can grab your copy of Boost Your Libido at www.tolovehonorandvacuum.com/boost-libido-course. Use coupon code BLOSSOM for 30% off XOXO Today’s Sponsor: RAWR Naturals! RAWR Naturals: Our absolute favorite protein powder for expecting + breastfeeding mommas! With delicious new flavors like Salted Caramel + Strawberry that are herbal-free and safe for pregnant mommas, you can’t go wrong with RAWR Naturals! Use coupon BLOSSOM for 10% your purchase at rawrnaturals.com. Earth Mama! Earth Mama: We have been PERFECTING the bedtime routine here at the Blossom house and it truly does start and end with Earth Mama Organics! From non toxic deodorant, lotions, soaps, and everything in between… Earth Mama provides your family (and mine) with non-toxic and effective products that truly meet the needs of both Mama and Baby. The safety and functionality (not to mention the smell!) of Earth Mamas sweet orange baby wash and lotion are both clinically and dermatologist tested safe and are used in hospital NICUS across the country. Snag some for your own little one by using the coupon code BLOSSOMING20 from now until December 31st for 20% off any regular price, individual product on earthmamaorganics.com. Good for US orders only and can be used multiple times. Molly’s Suds! Molly’s Suds: For all our laundry must-haves, Molly’s Suds is my GO-TO! From washing onesies, to crib sheets, to sports gear, to nursing bras, Molly’s Suds has a safe + natural detergent to keep things clean! Put an end to toxicity exposure in your home by using Molly’s Suds earth and plant-derived ingredients to enhance efficiency and cut down on cleaning time without compromising your family’s health. Use coupon code BLOSSOM25 at mollyssuds.com for 25% of you order. Coupon is limited to one use per customer and cannot be combined with other offers. Blossom After Baby Life after baby is hard but it is also AMAZING!! Do you feel like you are losing yourself in motherhood through poor eating habits, lack of fitness, little to no self-care, and a non-existent quiet time? Blossom After Baby teaches Jenni’s specific postpartum method for learning how to honor your body, mind, and spirit in your new role of mama. From learning about meal prepping, healthy recipes, quick workouts, quiet time with the Lord, and self-care, this program is truly designed for the new mama who is struggling to find her groove through the postpartum period. Mom life shouldn’t and doesn’t have to be this hard! Purchase the Program NOW! Show References: Join the Abundant Motherhood Club! Gain Your Grounded and Glowing Access Experience the Blossom After Baby Movement Connect with Sheila! Check out RAWR Naturals! Shop Earth Mama! Learn more about Molly’s Suds! Jennifer Blossom Contact: admin@blossomingmommyandbaby.com, www.blossomingmommyandbaby.com Find Blossoming Mommy and Baby on social media: @blossomingmommyandbaby Did you enjoy today’s episode? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on iTunes! This is also a great way to help other mamas, just like YOU, find and enjoy the Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show! Have a question, comment or suggestion about the Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show? Send us an email at info@blossomingmommyandbaby.com or connect with us over on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter @BlossomingMommyandBaby. Don’t forget to subscribe to The Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show on your podcast app to make sure you never miss out on the latest, gorgeous episodes! You can also be the first to know when a new episode airs and receive a special gift from us when you subscribe to our email list HERE! Happy Listening!!

Happy Friday, Friends! Today, we are bringing you and fresh and fun episode all about US! But, here’s the kicker- all MOM talk isn’t allowed We hope you love learning a little about us and who we are! ENJOY! In today’s episode, we answer the following questions: Besides a mom + wife, who is Courtney? How old is Jenni and what is her birthday? What does Courtney do when she’s feeling worn down? If Jenni has a whole day to herself, what does she do? What is Courtney’s current Netflix binge? What is Jenni’s favorite show, book, and movie? As always, we hope you enjoy learning more about the Babes behind Blossoming Mommy and Baby. Tune in next week for more fun, laughs, and girl chat! Today’s Sponsors: RAWR Naturals! RAWR Naturals: Our absolute favorite protein powder for expecting + breastfeeding mommas! With delicious new flavors like Salted Caramel + Strawberry that are herbal-free and safe for pregnant mommas, you can’t go wrong with RAWR Naturals! Use coupon BLOSSOM for 10% your purchase at rawrnaturals.com. Earth Mama! Earth Mama: We have been PERFECTING the bedtime routine here at the Blossom house and it truly does start and end with Earth Mama Organics! From non toxic deodorant, lotions, soaps, and everything in between… Earth Mama provides your family (and mine) with non-toxic and effective products that truly meet the needs of both Mama and Baby. The safety and functionality (not to mention the smell!) of Earth Mamas sweet orange baby wash and lotion are both clinically and dermatologist tested safe and are used in hospital NICUS across the country. Snag some for your own little one by using the coupon code BLOSSOMING20 from now until December 31st for 20% off any regular price, individual product on earthmamaorganics.com. Good for US orders only and can be used multiple times. Molly’s Suds! Molly’s Suds: For all our laundry must-haves, Molly’s Suds is my GO-TO! From washing onesies, to crib sheets, to sports gear, to nursing bras, Molly’s Suds has a safe + natural detergent to keep things clean! Put an end to toxicity exposure in your home by using Molly’s Suds earth and plant-derived ingredients to enhance efficiency and cut down on cleaning time without compromising your family’s health. Use coupon code BLOSSOM25 at mollyssuds.com for 25% of you order. Coupon is limited to one use per customer and cannot be combined with other offers. Blossom After Baby Life after baby is hard but it is also AMAZING!! Do you feel like you are losing yourself in motherhood through poor eating habits, lack of fitness, little to no self-care, and a non-existent quiet time? Blossom After Baby teaches Jenni’s specific postpartum method for learning how to honor your body, mind, and spirit in your new role of mama. From learning about meal prepping, healthy recipes, quick workouts, quiet time with the Lord, and self-care, this program is truly designed for the new mama who is struggling to find her groove through the postpartum period. Mom life shouldn’t and doesn’t have to be this hard! Grab the Program NOW! Show References: Activate Your Abundant Motherhood Club Membership! Gain Your Grounded and Glowing Access Join the Blossom After Baby Movement Check Out Rawr Naturals! Learn More about Earth Mama! Jennifer Blossom Contact: admin@blossomingmommyandbaby.com, www.blossomingmommyandbaby.com Find Blossoming Mommy and Baby on social media: @blossomingmommyandbaby Did you enjoy today’s episode? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on iTunes! This is also a great way to help other mamas, just like YOU, find and enjoy the Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show. You can also spread the love by sharing this episode with a girlfriend, family member, or coworker! Have a question you’d like to hear answered? Send us an email at info@blossomingmommyandbaby.com or connect with us over on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter @Blossomingmommyandbaby. Don’t forget to subscribe to The Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show on your podcast app to make sure you never miss out on the latest, gorgeous episodes! You can also be the first to know when a new episode airs and receive a special gift from us when you subscribe to our email list HERE! Happy Listening!!

Hey Mommas! Today, we have an incredible episode with the lovely Aria Ingraham. Aria is a Productivity + Priority Coach and she is sharing WHY chasing your dreams as a momma is just as important as chasing your littles. She shares why she believes the best way to raise curious, motivated, and well-rounded children is to be a curious, motivated, well-rounded mother. You are going to LOVE her advice, sister. ENJOY! XOXO Today’s Sponsor: RAWR Naturals! RAWR Naturals: Our absolute favorite protein powder for expecting + breastfeeding mommas! With delicious new flavors like Salted Caramel + Strawberry that are herbal-free and safe for pregnant mommas, you can’t go wrong with RAWR Naturals! Use coupon BLOSSOM for 10% your purchase at rawrnaturals.com. Earth Mama! Earth Mama: We have been PERFECTING the bedtime routine here at the Blossom house and it truly does start and end with Earth Mama Organics! From non toxic deodorant, lotions, soaps, and everything in between… Earth Mama provides your family (and mine) with non-toxic and effective products that truly meet the needs of both Mama and Baby. The safety and functionality (not to mention the smell!) of Earth Mamas sweet orange baby wash and lotion are both clinically and dermatologist tested safe and are used in hospital NICUS across the country. Snag some for your own little one by using the coupon code BLOSSOMING20 from now until December 31st for 20% off any regular price, individual product on earthmamaorganics.com. Good for US orders only and can be used multiple times. Molly’s Suds! Molly’s Suds: For all our laundry must-haves, Molly’s Suds is my GO-TO! From washing onesies, to crib sheets, to sports gear, to nursing bras, Molly’s Suds has a safe + natural detergent to keep things clean! Put an end to toxicity exposure in your home by using Molly’s Suds earth and plant-derived ingredients to enhance efficiency and cut down on cleaning time without compromising your family’s health. Use coupon code BLOSSOM25 at mollyssuds.com for 25% of you order. Coupon is limited to one use per customer and cannot be combined with other offers. Blossom After Baby Life after baby is hard but it is also AMAZING!! Do you feel like you are losing yourself in motherhood through poor eating habits, lack of fitness, little to no self-care, and a non-existent quiet time? Blossom After Baby teaches Jenni’s specific postpartum method for learning how to honor your body, mind, and spirit in your new role of mama. From learning about meal prepping, healthy recipes, quick workouts, quiet time with the Lord, and self-care, this program is truly designed for the new mama who is struggling to find her groove through the postpartum period. Mom life shouldn’t and doesn’t have to be this hard! Purchase the Program NOW! Show References: Join the Abundant Motherhood Club! Gain Your Grounded and Glowing Access Experience the Blossom After Baby Movement Connect with Aria! Check out RAWR Naturals! Shop Earth Mama! Learn more about Molly’s Suds! Jennifer Blossom Contact: admin@blossomingmommyandbaby.com, www.blossomingmommyandbaby.com Find Blossoming Mommy and Baby on social media: @blossomingmommyandbaby Did you enjoy today’s episode? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on iTunes! This is also a great way to help other mamas, just like YOU, find and enjoy the Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show! Have a question, comment or suggestion about the Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show? Send us an email at info@blossomingmommyandbaby.com or connect with us over on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter @BlossomingMommyandBaby. Don’t forget to subscribe to The Blossoming Mommy and Baby Show on your podcast app to make sure you never miss out on the latest, gorgeous episodes! You can also be the first to know when a new episode airs and receive a special gift from us when you subscribe to our email list HERE! Happy Listening!!

Hi beauties!On this episode of Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon, I chat with my dear friend Lori Dorman. Lori is an amazing photographer and has been a friend for over 20 years! We talk all about being a boss girl, choosing the right team as a business woman, self-hypnosis for pregnancy, and more! Lori is the co-founder of organic, all natural pregnancy and baby product line, Earth Mama Organics! She is a total experts on all things pregnancy, babies, and birthing. We take a moment to talk about injectables, anti-aging, and skincare. This episode was really fun to record and I always enjoy spending time with Lori.Find me on Instagram here!Find Lori on Instagram here!Find Lori Dorman Photography here!Find Hipbirth here!Find Earth Mama Organics here!

Hi beauties! On this episode of Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon, I chat with my dear friend Lori Dorman. Lori is an amazing photographer and has been a friend for over 20 years! We talk all about being a boss girl, choosing the right team as a business woman, self-hypnosis for pregnancy, and more! Lori is the co-founder of organic, all natural pregnancy and baby product line, Earth Mama Organics! She is a total experts on all things pregnancy, babies, and birthing. We take a moment to talk about injectables, anti-aging, and skincare. This episode was really fun to record and I always enjoy spending time with Lori. Find me on Instagram here (http://instagram.com/beautybydrkay) ! Find Lori on Instagram here (https://www.instagram.com/loridormanphotography) ! Find Lori Dorman Photography here (https://loridormanphotography.com) ! Find Hipbirth here (https://hipbirth.com) ! Find Earth Mama Organics here (https://earthmamaorganics.com) !

A little on my postpartum experience and the products I used to help me overcome a few challenges. Earth Mama Organics products: https://earthmamaorganics.com/categories/postpartum.htmlMedela Tendercare Hydrogel Pads: https://www.medela.com/breastfeeding/products/breast-care/hydrogel-padsLansinoh Therapearl 3-1 Breast Therapy: https://www.lansinoh.com/lansinohr-therapearlr-3-in-1-breast-therapyMedela Washable Bra Pads: https://www.medela.com/breastfeeding/products/breast-care/washable-bra-padsMemory Foam Wedge: http://amzn.to/2ElsrSdGlider: http://bit.ly/2EkEv62Follow me on @melissaherreria and @mamahoodpodcast on Instagram