Podcast appearances and mentions of hello mama

Show Notes for Episode 107 | The Truth About Antibodies in Breastmilk you didn't know about.     I am sure you have logged into a facebook group where mom's talk about antibodies in breast milk. Well today we are breaking down the immunology of breastmilk and why it is so good for your little…. But also why the claims are slightly over exaggerated. In this I will explain what an antibody is, what is in breast milk, and what happens to breast milk once your baby drinks it as they age. This is an information packed episode you won't want to miss!      Research in this episode for you to   out on after the episode!  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5986510/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7909314/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10688795/   Special Gift for you today!  Hello Mama, Click here to get your Confident Postpartum. After Birth:  Complete Guide to Postpartum Handbook       This guide contains:    A list of Podcast Guides for Each week of Postpartum from the New Mom Naturopath What to expect in postpartum The benefits of skin to skin Breastfeeding in the first few weeks How can partners support in breastfeeding Self care postpartum bingo Managing visitors Essentials and warning signs for the mother Postpartum mental health Postpartum essentials for baby CLICK HERE for your Free Guide and have a prepped, easy, patient postpartum!  Coaching with me:  Feeling like this podcast series was just enough to get you above water? Still feeling overwhelmed. Like there is too much to do. You are losing patience with your baby. FInding it hard to enjoy this time without a little one. Perhaps you feel you have lost touch with who you were pre-pregnancy with? I can help you manage the stress of becoming a mom. That is what my coaching program is all about: Finding who you are again in the chaos of postpartum. Hurry up prices are going up soon!  Click here to schedule a 30-minute call with me!     How to Connect with me:  Here is the link to the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/newmomnaturopath  Link to coaching call: Click here to schedule a 30-minute call with me!   Link to my instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/drkailyngalloway/ My resources Page: New Mom Naturopath Resource Page

Show Notes for 106 |  A Guide to Safe and Healthy Weight Loss Methods for New Mothers   There is a common theme that woman have to bound back from their weight loss journey. But in today's episode we talk about how to realistically lose weight in postpartum, by embracing the season you are in, getting clear on your body's needs, and knowing that it is not a matter of wanting to get back to your old body. It is about embracing the new body you have created!  Corrine's coaching program is filled with amazing resources to help you learn to love your body and get the body you desire while eating the food you love and avoiding any restrictions.   Have questions? FInd me on instagam at @Drkailyngalloway or email me at admin@thenewmomnaturopath.com    Interest in joining no B.S weight loss?  Click here to join today!     Note: affiliate links are used in this podcast. I make a small amount from you clicking the links above. I only recommend products I personally use and love.    Postpartum Support guide:  Hello Mama, Click here to get your Confident Postpartum. After Birth:  Complete Guide to Postpartum Handbook       This guide contains:    A list of Podcast Guides for Each week of Postpartum from the New Mom Naturopath What to expect in postpartum The benefits of skin to skin Breastfeeding in the first few weeks How can partners support in breastfeeding Self care postpartum bingo Managing visitors Essentials and warning signs for the mother Postpartum mental health Postpartum essentials for baby CLICK HERE for your Free Guide and have a prepped, easy, patient postpartum!  Coaching with me:  Feeling like this podcast series was just enough to get you above water? Still feeling overwhelmed. Like there is too much to do. You are losing patience with your baby. FInding it hard to enjoy this time without a little one. Perhaps you feel you have lost touch with who you were pre-pregnancy with? I can help you manage the stress of becoming a mom. That is what my coaching program is all about: Finding who you are again in the chaos of postpartum. Hurry up prices are going up soon!  Click here to schedule a 30-minute call with me!     How to Connect with me:  Here is the link to the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/newmomnaturopath  Link to coaching call: Click here to schedule a 30-minute call with me!   Link to my instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/drkailyngalloway/ My resources Page: New Mom Naturopath Resource Page

Show Notes for Episode 105: 3 Step Process to Reduce Anxiety when your infant is crying in public.    You have certainly been initiated into the mom club when your infant starts crying in Target.  It can feel like everyone is watching, but remember, you're not alone in experiencing this.In this episode, I walk you through the 3 steps reducing the stress involved in shopping during a meltdown. You'll learn how to calm your mind so that you can be there for your little one! And bonus, you will be able to ignore any perceived judgments of those around you; the only important thing is you and your child's well-being.   Special Gift for you today!  Hello Mama, Click here to get your Confident Postpartum. After Birth:  Complete Guide to Postpartum Handbook       This guide contains:    A list of Podcast Guides for Each week of Postpartum from the New Mom Naturopath What to expect in postpartum The benefits of skin to skin Breastfeeding in the first few weeks How can partners support in breastfeeding Self care postpartum bingo Managing visitors Essentials and warning signs for the mother Postpartum mental health Postpartum essentials for baby CLICK HERE for your Free Guide and have a prepped, easy, patient postpartum!  Coaching with me:  Feeling like this podcast series was just enough to get you above water? Still feeling overwhelmed. Like there is too much to do. You are losing patience with your baby. FInding it hard to enjoy this time without a little one. Perhaps you feel you have lost touch with who you were pre-pregnancy with? I can help you manage the stress of becoming a mom. That is what my coaching program is all about: Finding who you are again in the chaos of postpartum. Hurry up prices are going up soon!  Click here to schedule a 30-minute call with me!     How to Connect with me:  Here is the link to the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/newmomnaturopath  Link to coaching call: Click here to schedule a 30-minute call with me!   Link to my instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/drkailyngalloway/ My resources Page: New Mom Naturopath Resource Page

Show Notes for Episode 104: The Reason Decluttering and Postpartum Go together So well.  Hello Mama! So happy you could join us today! Today we are talking about decluttering. You will be amazed at the amount of stuff you can collect in postpartum. And to be honest, you are a major target for marketing at this time. You will be given so much from friends. So much from your feed will be fear based getting you to buy the next thing. Only for you to find that it never gets used and is just taking away space.    So in this episode, I encourage you to get rid of excess and return back to only what your basic needs are. The excess is only going to lead to stress and guilt. Pare down to the basics because the reality is you need very little to care for a baby! Hope you enjoy today's episode and I cannot wait to connect with you more on the New Mom Naturopath podcast!     Special Gift for you today!  Hello Mama, Click here to get your Confident Postpartum. After Birth:  Complete Guide to Postpartum Handbook       This guide contains:    A list of Podcast Guides for Each week of Postpartum from the New Mom Naturopath What to expect in postpartum The benefits of skin to skin Breastfeeding in the first few weeks How can partners support in breastfeeding Self care postpartum bingo Managing visitors Essentials and warning signs for the mother Postpartum mental health Postpartum essentials for baby CLICK HERE for your Free Guide and have a prepped, easy, patient postpartum!  Coaching with me:  Feeling like this podcast series was just enough to get you above water? Still feeling overwhelmed. Like there is too much to do. You are losing patience with your baby. FInding it hard to enjoy this time without a little one. Perhaps you feel you have lost touch with who you were pre-pregnancy with? I can help you manage the stress of becoming a mom. That is what my coaching program is all about: Finding who you are again in the chaos of postpartum. Hurry up prices are going up soon!  Click here to schedule a 30-minute call with me!     Other links discussed in this show: Systemize your Life with Chelsi Jo    I would not be where I am today without Chelsi. She is an incredible teacher and mom. She taught me how to balance my life as a new mom, including all the chaos of dishes, laundry, scheduling etc. And she helps you do it WITHOUT to do lists. And with out fancy tech. You will not regret investing in yourself as a student in Systemize you Life. You will thank me for sharing and your husband will do!!  LInk to my resources page:  Systemize Your Life VIP course   Clarify Your Calling by Stef Gass  Postpartum provides so much uncertainty and new things. There are times you ask yourself, am I “more than just a mom?” Why am I here? What is my purpose? How do I even start to find that out, when it feels like I went through hell and back to create this human being and keep it alive. In clarifying your call, you learn the steps you need to take to be clear of your purpose and what God needs for you.    Here is the link for that course here: Clarify Your Calling   Want to launch a podcast like mine? Stef is your go to gall! Here are her other two courses that help with launching a thriving podcast just like mine!  Podcast Pro University:  Want to start a podcast but not sure where to get started? There is a lot to it! From hosting, to equipment and then there is the huge problem of: what in the world do I talk about. Well if you are wondering what you need to do to start a podcast Podcast Pro University is where you start!  Click here → Podcast Pro University Podcast 2 Profit:  Launch that podcast and then optimize it! From there you can grow a massive business helping other do what you absolutely love all during nap time in your PJs or something close! This is a 12-month Mastermind where you get live coaching from Stef and office hours with her team. It is so thorough and exactly what you need to launch a success business through podcasting. Podcast to Profit Mastermind Note: Links are affiliate links, if you choose to buy from my link, I will receive a commission. This does change the price for you. I only recommend resources I have personally used and received massive benefit from! Putting it simply, I am picky so you can have it easy!    How to Connect with me:  Here is the link to the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/newmomnaturopath  Link to coaching call: Click here to schedule a 30-minute call with me!   Link to my instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/drkailyngalloway/  

Hello, mamas, and welcome to another episode of the New Mom Naturopath. In this episode we talk about what postpartum and ADHD have in common. First we talk about the physiology of postpartum then we talk about how you manage the drop in dopamine that all mothers experience in the postpartum period. I give you tactical ways to support yourself through postpartum even with the increased stress, reduction in patience, decrease motivation and constant overwhelm. You are definitely not alone in postpartum, but there are strategies that can support your fatigued brain, Mama! So lets hope on this train and get the support you need!  Special Gift for you today!  Hello Mama, Click here to get your Confident Postpartum. After Birth:  Complete Guide to Postpartum Handbook       This guide contains:    A list of Podcast Guides for Each week of Postpartum from the New Mom Naturopath What to expect in postpartum The benefits of skin to skin Breastfeeding in the first few weeks How can partners support in breastfeeding Self care postpartum bingo Managing visitors Essentials and warning signs for the mother Postpartum mental health Postpartum essentials for baby CLICK HERE for your Free Guide and have a prepped, easy, patient postpartum!  Coaching with me:  Feeling like this podcast series was just enough to get you above water? Still feeling overwhelmed. Like there is too much to do. You are losing patience with your baby. FInding it hard to enjoy this time without a little one. Perhaps you feel you have lost touch with who you were pre-pregnancy with? I can help you manage the stress of becoming a mom. That is what my coaching program is all about: Finding who you are again in the chaos of postpartum. Hurry up prices are going up soon!  Click here to schedule a 30-minute call with me!     Resources I Use for this podcast:  New Mom Naturopath Resources   How to Connect with me:  Here is the link to the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/newmomnaturopath  Link to coaching call: Click here to schedule a 30-minute call with me!   Link to my instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/drkailyngalloway/

Send us a Text Message.Hello Mama! It's summer, the school year is over,  and I'm ready to talk more with you all! I have missed you all so much and we have so much to catch up on, so come and take a listen as I talk about family life, taking back my life, cortisol levels, and finding balance with my mental and physical well-being! Clock out and let's talk, Mama!* THERE IS NOT A VISUAL ON YOUTUBE FOR THIS EPISODE, ONLY AUDIO AVAILABLE THIS EPISODE*Connect with me:Website: themotcpodcast.comIG: @momsofftheclockpodFacebook: Moms Off the ClockYouTube: Moms Off the ClockEmail: hello@themotcpodcast.comStore: https://www.themotcpodcast.com/store--FREEBIE:5 Ways To Set Boundaries As A Mother, click HERE for free download!

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Hello Mama's!In today's episode I had the pleasure of speaking with the lovely Hannah who is the Mama to 17 month old Mila from Auckland. From a marathon 30-hour labour to overcoming breastfeeding challenges and navigating the postpartum haze, Hannah shares the raw realities of motherhood.In this conversation, Hannah shares with us her decision to take up a new job opportunity and return to work when Mila was 6 months old. A lot of people Hannah would speak to about this would tell her she would dread going back to work, it would be too much and make her feel guilty about putting Mila into daycare at 6 months old. But Hannah is here to share that her journey couldn't have been more different. Mila has thrived in daycare (aside from the daycare bugs) and Hannah has loved being back at work and is proud of how both her & Mila have managed this transition.This conversation is a reminder of how everyone's motherhood journey will look so different and you do not have to conform to what society says you should do and feel, it is important to stay true to who you are and do what feels right to you. Hannah takes us through how she balances work and mum life, makes time for herself and her partner Tom and continues to chase her dreams.Hannah is so honest and authentic and I am so grateful she wanted to share her journey. If you enjoy this episode, I would love if you could rate and review on your streaming platform of choice and follow along on @bumptomum.podcast for updates on future episodes.Enjoy Mama's! xx

Hello Mama's!I hope you have had an epic summer and 2024 has been good to you this far. I am back with the pod and super excited to be sharing the first episode of the year with you which is with Rachael from The Food Tree. Rachael is a UK-trained registered dietitian specialising in family feeding, feeding disorders, disordered eating and body image. In this episode we talk about:How to heal your own relationship with your bodyHow to cope with the pressure of diet culture How to raise body confident children who have a healthy relationship with foodHow does pregnancy and childbirth affect your body image and self-esteemWhat are some of the myths and misconceptions about dieting and weight loss after pregnancyHow can you practice mindfulness and self-compassion to improve your body image and well-beingHow can you model positive body image and healthy eating behaviors for your childrenHow can you help your children develop a balanced and joyful relationship with food and their bodiesHow should we approach sugar with our children so that they have a healthy relationship with it.I learnt so much in this chat & I really hope you will find it helpful to. If you need further support with anything that has been discussed in this conversation then you can contact Rachael here.If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, it really helps a small podcast like mine be found by other parents! You can also follow a long on Instagram @bumptomum.podcast for updates on future episodes.Enjoy!

Hello Mama's,This episode is one that has been requested for a long time and I know there are a lot of Mama's out there that will resonate with this journey.At 30 weeks pregnant after a very smooth pregnancy, Jess experienced some bleeding in the evening and within 2 hours her baby boy Casey was born by a emergency c-section. Jess shares with us her families journey, we cover:what was going through her mind as she came to terms with the fact her baby was going to be born at 30 weekswhat the cause of Casey being born so early waswhat happened in the moments after he was bornhow they shifted their mindset and stayed positive in the really hard times like having to leave Casey in the hospital and go hometheir feeding journey from tube feeding to mouth feeding to breast & bottle feedingwhat NICU was like; how much they visited, what milestones they had to hit, how long they spent therethe highs and lows of her motherhood journey to datethe transition from NICU to homeadvice to parents on a similar journeyCasey is now 9 months old and Jess shares with us what life is like for them now and how this experience while so tough, has made them all closer as a family and is a part of their story. I really loved this chat with Jess, she has such a positive outlook on what was an incredibly challenging time and it is so nice to hear that they are all thriving.I also wanted to echo Jess's thanks to the amazing NICU nurses who really are angels who make such a challenging time for new parents bearable. And while we are at it, a big thank you to all Nurses and Midwifes who work long hours for in my opinion, not enough pay because of their love for caring for people.I hope you love this episode, if you do if you could rate & review on Apple Podcasts here. It is also the last few days to nominate Bump to Mum for the Listeners Choice Award in the NZ Podcast Awards so if you have a couple of minutes to nominate, I would be very VERY grateful. You can nominate Bump to Mum here.A big thank you for Jess for sharing her story and lots of love to the Mama's and Dad's out their on a similar journey.Chat soon Mama's!

Hello Mama's!This is a special one, Co- Founder of Viva La Vulva, Stevie has kept a relatively low profile during her career but agreed to speak with me about all things motherhood and business. In this chat we cover:her inspiration to start a business focused on postpartum careher own pregnancy and postpartum journeybreastfeedingsleep and how co-sleeping works for her familythe mental load of motherhoodbeing overstimulatedwhat the work and motherhood juggle looks like for her and what time she took off when her daughter Sunny was bornwhat her favourite Viva La Vulva products are and how they can be used during postpartum recovery and beyondweaning & the emotions that come in postpartumStevie is so honest, relatable and inspiring and I am personally very grateful to have products like the Viva La Vulva range on the market to support women in their postpartum journey and normalise what it is like to give birth.If you would like to check out the full range of products you can find them here https://www.vivalavulva.co.nz/products. Stevie & the Viva La Vulva team have also kindly shared a discount code for you to use, BUMPTOMUM will get you 15% off the range so happy shopping Mama's!If you enjoyed this episode and enjoy tuning into Bump to Mum I would be so grateful if you could follow this link - https://www.nzpodcastawards.com/nominate and nominate Bump to Mum for the People's Choice Award in the 2023 NZ Podcast Awards. I love bringing this podcast to you so your support is very appreciated.Speak soon Mama's!

Hello Mama's-I was out last week thanks to a nasty virus so that's why you didn't hear from me!  However, as bad as I still sound I felt compelled to share an episode honoring Adam Johnson and the 23 other hockey players who have died during a game.  I talk about mitigating risk inside our call to action "NHL make neck guards mandatory" cries.  USA Hockey and Hockey Canada already have rules on equipment and guess what- you'll hear ALL of the equipment they require.   You may be surprised. So our call to action is different than what you think and listed below are contact information on "who to call".  Contact information for the governing bodies of ice hockey in various countries can change over time, and it's often best to visit their official websites or use internet search engines to find the most up-to-date contact information. However, I can provide you with some general guidance on how to find contact information for these organizations:Hockey Canada:Website: Hockey Canada ContactEmail: You can typically find contact emails for specific departments on their website.USA Hockey:Website: USA Hockey ContactEmail: Information on how to contact specific departments and staff members is available on their website.Russian Ice Hockey Federation (FHR):Website: FHR Contact InformationEmail: Contact information for various departments and officials is available on their website.Swedish Ice Hockey Association (Svenska Ishockeyförbundet):Website: Svenska Ishockeyförbundet ContactEmail: Contact information for different departments can be found on their website.Finnish Ice Hockey Association (Suomen Jääkiekkoliitto):Website: Contact InformationEmail: Specific contacts and departments can be located on their website.Czech Ice Hockey Association (Český Svaz Ledního Hokeje):Website: Contact InformationEmail: Email addresses for various departments and officials are typically provided on their website.Slovak Ice Hockey Federation (Slovenský Zväz Ľadového Hokeja):Website: ContactEmail: Specific contacts and department emails can be found on their website.German Ice Hockey Federation (Deutscher Eishockey-Bund):Website: DEB ContactEmail: You can find contact information for various departments and staff members on their website.Swiss Ice Hockey Federation (Schweizerischer Eishockeyverband):Website: Contact DetailsEmail: Contact information for different departments is available on their website.Austrian Ice Hockey Federation (Österreichischer Eishockeyverband):Website: ContactEmail: Email addresses for specific departments and contacts are typically provided on their website.For the contact information of other national governing bodies of ice hockey, you can follow a similar approach by visiting their official websites and looking for dedicated "Contact" or "About Us" sections, where you'll often find contact details for various departments, officials, and specific inquiries. Please note that contact information may change, so it's a good practice to verify the details on their official websites.

Hello Mama's!This week's episode is one I have wanted to record for a long time so I am very stoked to be sharing it with you. I spoke to Renee from Little People Big Emotions and wow did I learn a lot in this conversation. We talked through:what support and guidance Renee offers familiesher approach to parentingthe mental load of parentinghow do we regulate our emotions?overstimulated/touched out - how can we still show up for our children?how do we set limits with our children?when it all feels like chaos, kids behaviours are making you want to snap - what should we do & how do we put measures in place to avoid this?often toddlers get a bad wrap when it comes to having big emotions & feelings, tantrums - why does this happen & what can we do as parents to help them understand these feelings?how do we draw the line between allowing our children to feel the emotions they have but not set the tone and run the household?what are some daily practices you would suggest for families?how do we prepare and talk to our children about new siblings?Get your pen & paper or notes app ready because you are going to want to note down Renee's words of wisdom.Links from episode:Book recommendation from Renee , Fair Play- https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/44071899Get in touch with Renee to purchase resources for a peaceful place - https://www.littlepeoplebigemotions.co.nz/Renee's IG - https://www.instagram.com/_littlepeoplebigemotions/If you enjoy this episode, please rate & review on Apple Podcasts and share around with your parenting/mums groups. You can keep in the loop on future episodes, Louie food content and general life by following along on @bumptomum.podcast.Chat soon Mama's!

Hello Mama's!We are coming to the end of Season 2 and in this weeks episode, I speak to the lovely Shrenika from Little Beat. Shrenika is a Registered Paediatric Nurse who works in Starship Hospital in Auckland and also runs Little Beat which is a baby and child first aid course which she delivers in person and online. Shrenika is also a Mama of 2 so can really relate with parents when it comes to wanting to do everything we can to protect our little ones.In this conversation Shrenika and I talk through:Why is first aid so important and why should people invest time to learn it?What are the first air basics we should all know? CPR, choking etcCoughs, cold, fevers - how do we manage these at home & at what point should we be seeking medical help/going to the doctorPamol v brufen - which should we use/should we use both?How do we advocate for our kids in a medical setting when we dont feel like we are being listened toDoes adding pamol into milk impacts its effectiveness?What are some common accidents you see from around the home that are easily preventable - baby proofing, burns etcShrenika's advice around starting solids and introducing allergensWhat are some first aid essentials we should keep in our home?When should we call for an ambulance?This is such an informative conversation and Shrenika gives us a good overview of some key things we can do to protect our little ones and also the importance of educating ourselves about first aid so that if something should happen, we know what to do while we wait for medical help.If after listening to this conversation you feel like you would like to take part in a first aid course you can find all the information for the Little Beat courses here or St John New Zealand courses here.For the purpose of this podcast we have kept the information general in nature so if you have any specific questions or concerns please reach out to your own healthcare practitioner for advice.I hope you will find this episode interesting and informative and finish it feeling more educated than when you started or, inspired to get some first aid training!If you enjoy this conversation, please rate & review on Apple Podcasts and follow along on Instagram @bumptomum.podcast for updates on upcoming episodes.Enjoy Mama's!

Hello Mama's,This weeks episode is with the lovely Alice Sip. Alice is the owner of Flock Events, Kindred Road & Canvas Coworking Space in Hawkes Bay. She is also the Mama to Harriet (3) and twins Millie & Fletcher (14 months).In this chat, Alice shares with us:what her her 4th trimester with Harriet was likefinding out she was pregnant with twinspregnancy & birth of her twins, Millie & Fletcherwhat work has looked like for her during the last 3 years; how her involvement has changed and sacrifices she has had to makewhat does an average day look like for her & her familyhow on earth does she get in the car, go into a cafe and general day to day tasks with 3 under 3?!what balance looks like for her and her family and how she has got to a point where she does feel like there is balance between work & familywhat has she had to let go of to prioritise her kids and familytips for business owners who are starting or growing their familyThis was a really fun & insightful chat into another Mama's world and it was really nice to learn from Alice how she has found a balance that works for her and her family. If you want to check out any of Alice's business you can find them from her personal IG account here.If you enjoy this chat, please rate & review on Apple Podcasts and follow along on IG @bumptomum.podcast for updates on upcoming episodes and general chat!Enjoy Mama's and chat soon!

Hello Mama's! This is an episode I have wanted to record and share since I started this podcast as it is something personally I feel I have so much to learn about & find so interesting so I am sure there are other Mama's out there feeling the same. Josie is a Mama of 3 girls aged 5.5, 3 and 4 months old. She is an Early Childhood Educator and runs the Instagram account @playbasedpepi where she shares play ideas, parenting survival tips & conversations on topics that people can be nervous to bring up or discuss openly. In this chat, Josie and I talk about:how do we play with our children at different ages & stages from newborn through to school age?do we need to sit with them on the mat & play with them for hours?how do we encourage independent play?Josie's views on toys and what is needed vs wantedhow the TV is incorporated into Josie's parenting tool box and her views on itbig emotions & big feelings - how do we survive, tips & tricks and understanding what is actually happeningsensory seeking, what is it?mental load of parenting, how Josie & her husband work through it and balance it allschool holiday activities and what works for her familyfor her, what was the biggest adjustment 0-1, 1-2 or 2-3?milestones & development - rolling, crawling and walking, Josies views on these and what she has experiencedlearning by play vs structured educationcoming to the decision that this is her last babyJosie also shares with us where she is at in her motherhood journey; what she is finding challenging and what she is loving. I learnt so much in this conversation with Josie and had so much fun recording it, Josie has also created an Alphabet Chart which is phonetically correct and instantly recognisable to kiwi children which you can purchase here.If you enjoy this episode, please rate and review on Apple Podcasts and follow along on socials @bumptomum.podcast to stay up to date with upcoming episodes. I hope you will love this chat as much as I do, enjoy Mama's!

Hello Mama's!I had the pleasure of speaking with Stephanie Pow, Founder of Crayon and Mama of two girls. Steph has had an incredible career in finance, by age 25, Steph was Australia's #1 hybrids stockbroker at the global investment bank UBS. She completed an MBA from Wharton and an MPA from Harvard as the first finance recipient of the General Sir John Monash Scholarship. She then moved to New Zealand and joined New Zealand success story Vend in strategic and operational leadership roles. While at Vend, Steph welcomed her first child. Steph decided to not return to her role at Vend and go out on her own, she spent years working on what is now Crayon. The purpose of Crayon is to reduce financial stress for parents and empower parents to know where they stand when it comes to money. In this episode Steph and I cover:what are your legal rights in New Zealand when you go on parental leave and what are you entitled to from your employer and the governmenthow do you have the conversation with your employer about going on parental leavewhat are the upfront and hidden costs of having a babywhat happens to your annual leave while on parental leavehow can we be financially savvy while on a reduced/single incomeSteph's top tips and steps to take when planning on starting a family to reduce the financial stressreturning to work after parental leaveSteph shares with us her experience going on parental leave & also how she juggles career, family and Mum lifeCrayon has created the Parental Leave Register which is the most comprehensive database of verified parental leave policies in New Zealand. By creating this register, you are able to easily access NZ Companies Parental leave policies so that you can make informed decisions when considering a new role or wanting to know what you are entitled to in your current role without asking the direct question.Steph also shares with us her motherhood journey and what her fourth trimester was like with her girls. Steph practiced Chinese Confinement after the births of both her girls and she shares how she found that experience and what the benefit was for her.Useful links:book Steph recommends - https://nyupress.org/9781479835454/what-works-for-women-at-work/#:~:text=What%20Works%20for%20Women%20at%20Work%20tells%20women%20it's%20not,getting%20ahead%20in%20today's%20workplace.Parental Leave RegisterCrayon websiteCrayon InstagramStarting a family is such an exciting time and Steph's hope is that with some planning and knowledge you can take steps to reduce financial stress associated with starting a family & parenthood. I hope you will find this conversation informative and leave you feeling empowered knowing what you are entitled to and how to be smart with your money . I learnt so much in this chat & am incredibly grateful Steph has created Crayon and shared so much of her wisdom with us.If you enjoyed this chat, please rate & review on your platform of choice and follow along on socials @bumptomum.podcast for updates on future episodes.Enjoy Mama's!

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. Today we are talking about how to find time to work out. I think it's safe to say we all know and agree that exercising is good for us and we should do it, so knowing the value of working out is not the issue. STILL, it can be challenging to get it done, especially as a busy working mom.    So how do you do it when your day already feels SO full with all of your responsibilities with your kids, family, home, and career? Oh and by the way, also squeeze in time to pray and get some amount of rest.     Well my friend, the good news is I have must-try tips that will help you find time to exercise so that you can achieve your fitness goals, treasure your temple, and be in good health as you walk out your God-led purpose as a Rooted Working Mom.    Let's dive in!    Rooted in God's love.    Blessings, Cynthia     >>Need a solution to STOP the dinnertime stress? Get my FREE DOWNLOAD: 5 TIPS FOR STRESS-FREE DINNERTIME guide!    Get it here: bit.ly/stressfreedinnertime    Are you ready for your kids to listen to you and be obedient?  Are you over being stressed, overwhelmed, exhausted, worried, and feeling like you're not good enough?  Do you want to feel like a “good mom” and let go of your working mom's guilt?  Does your heart desire to step into a BIGGER purpose in your motherhood and connect with your kids with more energy, patience, peace, joy, and fulfillment?!    If this is you, then mama, the  Rooted Motherhood Method: Shepard and Connect with Your Kids through Kingdom Parenting - as a busy working mom gospel-centered parenting course is for YOU   rootedworkingmom.com/course    You Will Learn:   HOW TO WALK OUT YOUR GOD PURPOSE IN MOTHERHOOD   HOW TO BATTLE AND WIN THE SPIRITUAL WAR AGAINST YOUR KIDS & IN YOUR HOME   HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE PARENT, AS AN IMPERFECT MOM    HOW TO SHEPHERD & CONNECT WITH YOUR KIDS THROUGH KINGDOM PARENTING, EVEN IN THE TINY CRACKS OF YOUR AVAILABLE TIME   HOW TO CULTIVATE AND CREATE KINGDOM KIDS THAT KNOW GOD AND FURTHER HIS GLORY   HOW TO CREATE A LEGACY IN YOUR FAMILY, WHERE THERE WILL BE GENERATIONAL CHANGE AND BLESSINGS FOR MANY YEARS TO COME    rootedworkingmom.com/course    More FREE Resources for YOU!  >>Website: ROOTEDWORKINGMOM.COM   >>FREE Rooted Working Mom Community: bit.ly/rootedworkingmomcommunity    >> Grab my FREE 5-Day WOW! Bible Study for the Busy Working Mom: Spending Time With Jesus Is Self-Care  For the Mom Who Worries  For the Mom Who Sacrifices & Still Feels Guilt For the Mom Who Feels Burnt Out & All Alone For the Mom Who Desires Self Care To the Mom Who is a Beautiful Masterpiece, Created in the Master's Hands For the Mom Who Wants Rest For the Mom Who Wants to Trust In God Join here: bit.ly/selfcarebiblestudy     Let's Connect Friend!  >>Instagram: Cynthia P. Castro >>Email: rootedworkingmom@gmail.com  

Hello Mama's!I am very excited to share this weeks episode with you with the lovely Hannah Barrett. I have known Hannah since University when we met in a first year tutorial and since then, A LOT has happened!In this episode Hannah shares with us her motherhood journey and how life is going with her two girls; Billie who is 2.5 years old & Coco who is 5 months old. In this chat we cover:where Hannah is at in her motherhood journey today; parts she is loving and parts she is finding more challenginghow her 4th trimester with Coco was and how it was different to her 4th trimester with Billie who had colicwhat is in "Hannah's Toolbox" when it comes to an unsettled newbornhow it was for her being one of the first in her close friends group to become a Mamawhat an average week looks life for her juggling work, the girls, her relationship, friends, family and time for herself and how this changes when Beauden is travellinghow it is for her when Beauden is travelling & what works for her during this timeadvice for new Mama's or Mama's to beHannah shares how she found her recent trip which she did without the girls & Beauden as well as some tips for travelling with little oneswhat is coming up for her family in the second half of the year and what Hannah is really looking forward to& so much more!This was such a fun chat, Hannah is so down to earth, humble and has a really positive attitude and outlook to motherhood which I love. Hannah admits that everyday has its challenges but she is so grateful to be her 2 girls world and she reminds herself of that daily.I loved recording this episode and hope you will enjoy listening. If you do, please rate & review on Apple podcasts and follow along on Instagram @bumptomum.podcast.Enjoy Mama's!

Hello Mama's!In this weeks episode I speak to Jessica from Birth & Bloom. Jessica is a Birth and Postpartum Doula, Hypnobirthing Educator and Mama of two. Jessica has a holistic approach that honours your mind, body and spirit.In this conversation Jessica and I chat about:postpartum preparation - how we can best prepare for this timehow to embrace the change & challenges of motherhoodwhat Jessica's 5 pillars of postpartum care arehow can we talk more openly about the challenges of motherhood & prepare women without coming across negativehow can we support our friends/family/mama's in the postpartum seasonmeal trainsreturning to work after parental leavethe mental load of motherhood & some tips/tricks to help prioritiseI really enjoyed speaking with Jessica and love her approach to the postpartum season. If you would like to get in touch with Jessica you can find her here. She is also on Instagram and you can follow along here.If you enjoy this episode please rate and review on Apple podcasts and follow along on Instagram @bumptomum.podcast to stay up to date with upcoming episodes and some general Mama chat!Enjoy xx

This is a special one. With Mother's Day coming up, it is once again time to celebrate the mamas of the world. To Hello Adorn, that means moms, soon-to-be moms, mothers who have lost children, those yearning to be mothers, step moms, dog moms, single moms, plant moms, and more. This time, special guest Kelsey, HA star maker, entrepreneur, and bonafide funniest person in the studio, takes Lau and Rich on her wild journey through infertility. She talks about the untalked about, the downs, the ups, what people should know, what people shouldn't ask, and everything in between. It is an incredible story told by one of the great storytellers. ..Podcast email (for Jewelry & Stuff): pod@helloadorn.comHello Adorn: https://www.helloadorn.comHello Adorn IG: https://www.instagram.com/helloadorn/Hello Adorn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@helloadornKelsey's Fertility Journey Blog: https://www.helloadorn.com/blogs/news/kelseys-story-sentimental-collectionMother's Day Collection: https://www.helloadorn.com/collections/mothers-dayMidwest Mean: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MidwestMean

Hello Mama! Welcome back to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. Is your New Year's resolution or goals of eating healthy and working out not going as you planned? Well, I'm here to tell you it is NOT too late to look and feel the way you want to for springtime. I'm excited because, in today's episode, we welcome back fitness coach and former USA Olympian Kristi McGihon. Kristi teaches us how to get back on track with our weight management goals and be empowered to make healthy food choices as busy working moms! Before we dig in I want you to know we are doing a 28-day group health and fitnesses challenge NewMe 2023: Feel Good, Look Good, Do Good so that we can step into who God calls us to be and YOU are invited to join us! My goals are to get more energy, focus, cut sugar cravings, sleep better, and burn more fat. If you want to do it with us, be sure to listen until the end so that you get to hear all about the special offers and special FREE gift I have for you.  Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama, I'm so excited about this episode! This is my first time having a guest on MOTC and wow, what an amazing and refreshing experience it was. I had the BEST time talking with a well-known doula in the Hampton Roads Area, Essence Darden (IG/FB: @TheDoulaEssperience).You DO NOT want to miss this episode. It was so refreshing to hear her compassion and how she enjoys what she does. Share this episode with an expectant mom, or a mom who wants to try or is currently carrying a child now. This episode taught me: WE NEED DOULAS!Connect with me: IG: @themotcclubYouTube: Moms Off the ClockTwitter: @momsofftheclockEmail: deirdre.branick@gmail.com

Hello Mama! Welcome back to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. Whether your goals or New Year's resolutions is to live healthier, lose weight, exercise more, improve your fitness, have freedom from emotional eating, eat less sugar, be a more patient parent, drink less alcohol, save more money, or any other goal this episode is worth a listen! Today you will learn the most powerful way that will help you to actually achieve your goals this year. I walk you through six powerful ways to transform your mindset so that you can walk in freedom and experience breakthroughs according to God's will and plan for you. This is a good one, so grab your journal and pen, and let's go! Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome back to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. Happy New Year! Not only do I love New Year's because it is a time of new beginnings and refreshment, but my birthday is also on January 1st. We get to celebrate both the start of the new year and my birthday. I just turned 42 and I am excited about what God has in store for 2023! A heartfelt thank you to all of you who sent me birthday wishes. For many of us, January is the month when we set resolutions, intentions, and goals, or maybe even identify dreams or our bucket list for the new year. All of these are good; however, over the years what I've discovered, as a busy working mom, is that they can sometimes become overwhelming. And so what God has helped me do to simplify my intention and focus for each new year is to seek Him for my one WORD for the year. Last year my word was RECEIVE and in this episode, I share my new word with you. Tune in to learn how to discover God's WORD for YOU in 2023! Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome back to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. Merry Christmas! This episode is published just a few days before Christmas day in the United States and I want to wish you and your family a Christmas filled with God's peace, joy, and love. Perhaps you are on winter vacation right now or maybe you are still working. If you are like me, you are tying up a few things for work, getting some last-minute gifts, mailing gifts for loved ones at the Post Office, trying to decide what to put in stockings this year, preparing for Christmas dinner (tamales and ham for the Castros), stopping for the frosting for cookies you plan on baking with the kids that you forgot to buy yesterday when you were at the grocery store, wrapping gifts, etc. All while, trying to keep your quiet time with Jesus a priority and maintain some level of good nutrition (when everywhere you turn there are yummy treats) and body movement so that you have the energy to keep up with everything! Man the holiday season can be exhausting if we allow it to be. There is a better way. Join me in part two of 5 Ways to Find P.E.A.C.E. & ENERGY This Christmas Season. In this episode, we explore the following final two ways you can receive God's Peace and have ENERGY during this most wonderful time of the year and beyond: Cultivating meaningful connections with others, and Elevating your ENERGY! Grab a cup of your favorite warm drink, journal, and pen; take a deep breath, and let's get started because God's Peace and energy are waiting for you! Rooted in God's love. Merry Christmas, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. We are mothers who are called by God to both motherhood and career and seek to be rooted in Christ. Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. The celebration of the birth of our LORD Jesus Christ. Although there is so much to enjoy in the Christmas season, it can also be a time filled with stress, chaos, loneliness, and sadness that steals your peace and drains your energy. This is why in this two-part series, I partner with the Holy Spirit to teach you 5 ways to find P.E.A.C.E. and ENERGY this Christmas season because, friend, we can all use peace and energy right now. With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, worldly expectations, Christmas parties, gift-giving, financial stressors, and perhaps difficult memories God wants you to know that you can find True Peace and have an abundance of energy this Christmas season by:  Prioritizing your To-Do List and setting expectations that work for YOUR family Experiencing God's mercy, compassion, & love  Abiding in God  Cultivating meaningful connections with others   Elevating your ENERGY! Tune in as we dive deep into each of the 5 ways and learn tactical ways you can receive peace and have energy during this most wonderful time of the year and beyond. Grab a warm cup of your favorite tea or hot cocoa and journal and let's get started! Rooted in God's love. Merry Christmas, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. We are mothers who work and are rooted in Christ.  Wishing you a blessed Thanksgiving and happy shopping this Black Friday. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the things we are grateful for. First and foremost, I am thankful for Jesus Christ, our LORD & Savior. I am also thankful for YOU and to be a part of your faith, motherhood, career, and health & wellness journey. I can't wait to share the special gifts I have for you! Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. We are mothers who work and are rooted in Christ. Today is the final episode of the three-part series:  Bite-Sized Health & Nutrition for the Christian Mom, with special guest and registered dietitian nutritionist Kristen Noriega. Kristen is a food and nutrition expert who helps moms just like us seamlessly fit fun foods, really good nutrition, and movement that lights us up into the cracks of our day. She is the host of the Baby Weight Nutritionist podcast. Be sure you've listened to parts 1 & 2, if not I recommend you go back and listen to them (episodes 59 & 60) and then come back to this one. As a quick recap, we talk about the answers to questions like:  How does a busy mom who has no time even get started?  What does bite-sized nutrition look like?  What is the best way to get the habit to stick?  What kind of foods should she start to include? And MORE! In this episode, we declare the Truth that you are CHOSEN to be a working mom by God and He is SO good and helps us find ways to get your workout in each day. We dive into how you can be flexible, based on your day, and move your body even when you don't have time. Starting small builds momentum and motivation. Let's remove the worldly expectations of a working mom so that you can fulfill what God has called you to do and your purpose in life! Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast and to part 2 of Bite-Sized Health & Nutrition for the Christian Mom. This is a 3 part series interview with special guest and registered dietitian nutritionist Kristen Noriega. Kristen is a food and nutrition expert who helps moms just like us seamlessly fit fun foods, really good nutrition, and movement that lights us up into the cracks of our day.  Have you listened to part 1? If not, I recommend you go back and listen to it (episode 59) and then come back to this one. As a quick recap, we talk about the answers to questions like:  How does a busy mom who has no time even get started?  What does bite-sized nutrition look like?  What is the best way to get the habit to stick?  What kind of foods should she start to include? And MORE! Bite-sized health & nutrition is a tactical strategy that helps you reach your wellness goals even if you are not perfect and things get messy. Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. In this 3 part series of Bite-Sized Health & Nutrition for the Christian Mom, I'm sharing part 1 of 3 of my interview with special guest and registered dietitian nutritionist Kristen Noriega. Kristen is a food and nutrition expert who helps moms just like us seamlessly fit fun foods, really good nutrition, and movement that lights us up into the cracks of our day. We dive into:  How does a busy mom who has no time even get started?  What does bite-sized nutrition look like?  What is the best way to get the habit to stick?  What kind of foods should she start to include? And MORE! Bite-sized health & nutrition that you have the permission to do imperfect and messy and still reach your goals.  Can't wait for you to listen in!! Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. Today's episode is for the mom who worries about their child because every mom worries. There are SO many reasons why we worry. So many reasons we have little to no control over. The knots in your stomach are real. The fear of what might happen to them is real. The tears and sleepless nights are real. Friend, there is a solution greater than all of this. I can't wait to share it with you and I pray it blesses you and your family. Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. In today's episode, I'm introducing Parenting Quick Tips. These tips are intended to be quick, simple, and effective parenting strategies that you can implement right away. They will help you teach your children to obey, be respectful, and practice self-discipline, as you shepard and connect with them each day. Friend, parenting doesn't have to be boring or serious all the time. Let's put some fun back into parenting! Tune in for a Parenting Quick Tip that will help your child remember to use their manners through the use of humor. I pray this tip helps you connect with your child and bring joy in the everyday moments of motherhood. I pray they put a smile on your face and your child's face. Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. In today's episode, we are getting real and talking about what to do on the mornings that you dread getting out of bed because let's face it, there are mornings that getting out of bed is HARD. I give you 5 tips that will help you look forward to mornings. I pray they bless you. Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. Did you know that Jesus is pursuing you? Did you know that He waits patiently for you to spend time with Him every day? Stop and think about that for a second. Each morning your Father God waits in anticipation for you to wake up and speak to Him. I know that as a busy working mom, it can be challenging to find or make time to spend with Jesus each day. Today we're talking about the #1 relationship that sets the tone for every other relationship you have and I walk you through the WOW! Bible study method for the busy working mom. Tune in to learn how to grow your faith in just 10 minutes a day-the most important 10 minutes of your day. My prayer for you is to know the heart of God, beyond an intellectual level that goes deep in your heart. Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast. So glad you're here! Today we are talking about 5 things to stop apologizing for that will help you let go of working mom guilt. I also share a bonus tip on how to respond when someone apologizes which validates your emotions rather than excusing the behavior. Rooted in God's love. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Today is part 2 of Redefining What Healthy Really Means, According to the WORD and NOT the World, So That You Can Feel Motivated, Confident & Unashamed! Plus Bonus LIVE Meal Plan Coaching! With a special guest, my beautiful friend, and amazing meal plan coach for busy women, Jessie Christensen. If you haven't yet listened to part one of this topic (episode #32), I recommend you go back and check that one out first and then come back to this one, so you can pick up right with us. We dive into discovering what it truly means to live a healthy lifestyle in which we feel confident and unashamed by starting with the Word of God. Using the Word of God as a lamp to guide our thoughts, beliefs, and actions. Jessie helps us redefine what healthy really means, according to the Word, and not the world as being physically, emotionally, and spiritually prepared to advance and fulfill the destiny God has for us in motherhood. In today's episode, Jessie walks us through LIVE meal plan coaching and gives us quick and healthy meal ideas. Mama, YOU are qualified, blessed, and loved by God, not by your outward appearance, but simply because you are His chosen one. You are His beloved daughter. Grab your journal and your drink of choice and let's dive in! Rooted in God's love and peace. Blessings, Cynthia

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Hello Mama! In today's episode of the Rooted Working Mom show, I want to take this time together to talk about praying for peace in our world, even when you feel like your prayers don't make a difference. I also walk you through 8 short and powerful prayers you can pray. Rooted in God's love and peace. Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Welcome back to the Rooted Working Mom show! Today I'm sharing part 2 of the 5 Keys to Fixing the Frumpy Mom Feeling & Loving How You Feel in Your Clothes! with a special guest and founder of @frumpfighters, Corina Holden. If a style doesn't come easy to you and you don't really know what to look for when you shop, if you want to learn how to maximize your shopping budget and learn about clothes that are more slimming for you, then this 2 part episode is for you! As a mom, having a cute style is harder, with minimal time to get ready each day. Do you find that you have a closet full of clothes but still feel frumpy and lack confidence in the way you look? Mama friend, you are not alone. Listen in to kick the frumpy feeling and start feeling confident and beautiful in their clothes. Corina gives us solutions to fashion so that it's fun and easy to get dressed, regardless of natural fashion savvy. Get ready for great PRO tips and practical ways to help you love the way you look and feel-exactly how God desires you to! Look good, feel good. Bonus: jean brand recommendations. Grab your journal because you are gonna want to take notes. Let's dive in! Spreading God's love! Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama who likely doesn't have a lot of margin right now in the middle of the holiday season…Today I'm talking about why you, mama, even in the midst of your busy life, need a vision. Have you ever heard the expression “If you aim at nothing, you'll hit it every time”? It's a quote by Zig Ziglar – one of the world's most-renowned motivational speakers. Zig's last book was Born to Win: Find Your Success. One thing he talks about is how to achieve balance in 7 key areas of life - mental, spiritual, physical, family, financial, personal, and career – in order to become a more complete person. And this is why I believe every mama needs a vision. Because more than likely, if you're like most of the moms I talk to, you are not living a balanced life in at least one of those key areas. Here's how it relates to each one of us. If I feel like I'd like to improve in certain areas of my life…but I haven't gotten a specific picture of what that means, then I've got a lot of thoughts floating around in my head in the form of words or pictures. They're not being put to use. And, in fact, all these unbridled thoughts could even be wreaking havoc in my life. I may have pictures of what I think this season of my life should look like that are unrealistic, yet I'm shoulding all over myself because of these thoughts. I may be feeling stressed about something that is happening or isn't happening in my life but I haven't put my finger on what it is. Well here's the thing, mama, you're a person with needs, thoughts, desires, visions, dreams. And while you may not get to them today or tomorrow or even in the next few years, these are worth identifying, articulating, and recording in some way. Once you do that, you move toward them. Enter the vision that I believe you need. Not just a vision of you as a mom, but a vision of you as a whole person, a woman who plays many roles, among them spouse, mom, sister, community member, entrepreneur, professional woman, writer…the list goes on.You can't envision your ideal life and work towards it if you don't know what it is. Right?One of the most effective and fun ways I know to do this work is through vision boarding. It feels like play, but it's actually very powerful work. Just as one might choose Pilates as a method of exercise, Vision Boarding is a method of identifying, articulating, and formulating clear words and pictures that clarify your hopes, dreams, goals. I've done a lot of vision boarding workshops with moms, couples, ministry groups, teachers, and entrepreneurs. These workshops buzz with a wonderful celebration of life and dreams!We do a visualization exercise as part of the workshop. I instruct people to imagine their ideal life, in their ideal place, with their ideal people. Then I lead them to explore the scene with all their senses. I have them think about what mattered most in the scene they pictured? What ideal could actually become real? And that's how you start to form a vision that's powerful. If you'd like to go through this visualization exercise, I have a free download and video for you. Lord, thank you that you are the author and revealer of our dreams. Help this mama to remember that even on challenging days, you have a purpose for her life. Allow her a few minutes to envision what you have for her this next year. Fill her heart and mind with your best for her. Remind her of her unique gifts and talents. Help her replace thoughts that drain her with thoughts, dreams, and hopes that energize and excite her. Bless this mama today with a sense of hope. In Jesus name, Amen. Free How to Be a Happier Mom Visualization Mini-Course.

Hello Mama! Welcome back to the Rooted Working Mom show! Today, I have a fun treat for you. Special guest and founder of @frumpfighters Corina Holden teaches us the 5 Keys to Fixing the Frumpy Mom Feeling & Loving How You Feel in Your Clothes! This is part 1 of a 2 part series. P.S. I aim to keep each episode 30 minutes or so in length because I know you're busy, friend. #workingmomlife Corina is a wife and a mom of four boys, 7 and under, living in the very top-left corner of the United States with the ocean and Canada each just 15 minutes away. Despite her current business, being about fashion, style never came easy to her and she didn't really know what to look for when she shopped. How many of us know the feeling?? Then when she became a mom, having a cute style became even harder, with minimal time to get ready each day. She found that she had a closet full of clothes but still felt frumpy and lacked confidence in the way she looked. That's when she knew that a blog all about fashion specifically for moms would keep her busy for years. Frump Fighters, a blog for moms fighting the frumpy monster, was born in 2016 amidst morning sickness and toddler adventures. 5 years and 3 more babies later, it has grown into a community of thousands of moms that, like her, want to kick the frumpy feeling and start feeling confident and beautiful in their clothes. Over those years, she has developed one-of-a-kind products that give moms done-for-you solutions to fashion so that it's fun and easy to get dressed, regardless of natural fashion savvy.  Corina offers tons of great PRO tips and practical ways to help you love the way you look and feel exactly how God desires you to!  Look good, feel good. Grab your journal and let's dive in.  Spreading God's love! Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama who can't quite believe the Christmas season is actually here…or can't believe that it isn't already over?Whether you're welcoming this Christmas season, dreading it, or somewhere in-between, it's here. I pray you can enjoy this season…even though it adds an extra layer of To-Dos to your already busy schedule. The best way to do this is by keeping things pretty simple. At the beginning of Advent in the thick of raising four kids, with all good intentions and perhaps too high hopes, I had many things I was trying to add to Advent to make sure I didn't miss the blessings…to make sure I honored Jesus as the center of this sacred season.I remember one year, ordering a few new Advent devotionals – one for me, one for us as a family, and one for my husband and me to do alone together during the quiet evenings that frankly didn't exist. We started off well, doing lots of Advent activities, and within about a week we had to abandon them all because they had become too overwhelming…too much added stress…and just too much. Don't do that to yourself. Choose one thing. We loved our Advent wreath tradition and, if we do nothing else, this is one tradition that has proved sustainable throughout the four weeks of Advent. Plus, the kids loved it because they each got a chance to light the candles through the four weeks, assisted by an adult of course. A little bonus is that candlelight tends to bring a little awe into the midst of a usually noisy dinner time, creating a hush in the room, a sense of wonder, at least for a few minutes. We accompanied this lighting with a very simple scripture reading. You can find those by googling Advent Scripture Readings if you'd like to do this. Your one thing can be anything! It can be a pageant your kids participate in. Or a carol sing-along. It can be a nativity scene of clay figurines. Or a lovely picture of the same scene on your bulletin board or fridge. It can be something you do or something you observe. Use the KISS principle – Keep It Simple Sweetheart. Blessed Advent to you and yours. A MomVision Prayer for AdventOh Lord, please be with this mama today. Give her blessed assurance that no matter what she does or doesn't do this holiday season, she is loved wholly and completely by you.Whether it's a quiet moment by the fire…a gathering around an Advent Wreath…a moment warmed by a hot cup of something cozy…or a whispered prayer in the middle of this busy season, allow her to sense your presence. Prepare her heart to receive the beauty of the Christ child come to live among us and remaining in Spirit to this very day. I pray in Jesus name, amen.

Hello Mama! Welcome back to the Rooted Working Mom show! Today's episode concludes the three-part series of Finding Your AND Your Child's Identity in Christ! with special guests and God-led mom, Bethany Johnson. If you haven't experienced part 1 or 2 (episodes 19 and 20), please go back and listen to them and then come back to this one. In this episode we continue to explore the important questions: ``Who am I?”; “Who does God say I am?”; and “Who is my child created to be?” We dive deep into helping you answer these questions and find your TRUE identity in Christ, for both you and your children. Ready for some more REAL TALK? Bethany walks you through step-by-step what to do if you feel like your child is lost and you've tried EVERYTHING and NOTHING is working and so much more. AMEN! Partnered with the Holy Spirit, these three episodes have the power to radically transform your life! A bit on Bethany:  Bethany is a mom of 7, she has an incredible story of being a mamma of 1 while widowed when pregnant with her 2nd. Bethany was an elementary teacher and she is committed to helping parents become healthy and whole mentally and physically to be at their best for their children and callings. Bethany and her husband Wayne, now lead a multi-million dollar business, while homeschooling their children. One of their greatest joys is helping people know their identity. Since 2016 Bethany has been following God's leading in growing her understanding of identity and she has engaged in Identity courses that are Holy Spirit led. Her passion as a mom of 7 is equipping mothers in knowing their God-given identity so they can go out in the world and empower it as they truly know the calling of being a mom and how God has strategically positioned us to be moms in such a time like this. She helps moms know who they are so they can go out in the world and heal others. As healed people heal people. As mothers who are whole, we can then impart wholeness and help our children know their identity so they know their God-given calling and walk out the reason God has placed them here in this time. I pray that God reveals both your and your children's TRUE identity in Him. Spreading God's love! Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama who may have had her share of disappointing Christmases…Welcome to the 3rd episode in a series called Cultivating Christmas Calm – How to Have a Holiday Season You Actually Enjoy. You might want to go back and listen to Episode 6 and 7 – two under 15-minute episodes that will help you navigate a calmer and happier holiday season. I'm the mom who worked way too hard to make everyone in my family's Christmas wishes come true. Anybody else? In a nutshellI bought way too many gifts and collapsed into bed at about 4 am Christmas morning. I did “all the things” – class parties, baking, baked for them, assemblies, services, events, and activities.I bedecked every inch of my home. I loved most of it. The problem was I believed if I didn't do it all, Christmas would be disappointing, to me or someone I loved. As a result, Christmas was exhausting and depleting. And no matter what lengths I went to, Christmas was disappointing to someone. In previous episodes, I've asked questions to help you determine your highest holiday priorities.  And hopefully you've discovered the one word that can make this your happiest holiday season yet – NO! I want to return to the topic of disappointment. Often our disappointments in life are based on dashed expectations. We have something in mind, and we may not even know it. But when our reality doesn't match up with that picture in our minds, we feel disappointed. I'd like to suggest a few things you can do this Christmas to manage expectations so they don't lead to disappointment. 1. Make a plan for gift-giving. Adopt a Gift Rule for your kids…and spouse. Determine a budget.Opt for a family gift exchange. A gift-giving plan means you, your kids, spouse, and other family members have clear expectations of what they're getting for Christmas. It helps you with decision-making. And it keeps gift-giving from spiraling out of control. 2. Another idea for managing expectations and avoiding disappointment is to have a little Celebrating the Holidays family meeting. Keep this meeting to 15 to 30 minutes at the most. Invite each family member to talk about what Christmas celebrations and activities matter most to them.Write down (on a calendar ideally) one activity, event, tradition for each person.   3. Don't forget the Reason for the Season. Have an Advent Wreath Give each child a Jesus-themed Advent Calendar Choose an Advent Family Devotional or Book Just Google to find all the above. I know it can be hard to slow down enough to be intentional about Christmas, but I promise it's worth the effort. Your Christmas will be more calm and bright!Lord, I lift up this precious mama today. Will you free her up to have a happy Christmas this year? Help her to find the space to do the things that bring her and her family joy. Give her clarity and confidence to make decisions and plans that guide her to a calm and beautiful holiday season. Please Lord, meet this mom right where she is in the middle of her busy life. Show this mama you hear the cries of her heart. In Jesus name amen!

Hello Mama who is already dreading the overwhelm that comes with the holidays…Welcome to Episode 7 of MomVision. This is the second episode in a three-week series called Cultivating Calm this Christmas I'm going to talk about how to cultivate calm throughout this season so you can have a Christmas you actually enjoy. Let me tell you a story…Several years ago, two of my four daughters were home for the Thanksgiving holiday. The days of everyone being home under one cozy roof were over. I was holding on tight to whatever I could, including our beloved time-honored non-negotiable Christmas traditions. One of those traditions was cutting down our own Christmas tree. “Hon, are you sure this is the right thing? It's awfully early…the tree will be dead before Christmas…and the weather is getting pretty bad,” my husband had the nerve to utter. “What are you talking about? If you think I'm giving up cutting down the tree this year, you're wrong. We are cutting down the tree TODAY!” I responded. My husband continued his campaign to stop this nonsense. I dug in my heels further. There was a lot of emotion, spoken or not, swirling around that minivan as we drove toward the tree farm. There was also a little problem…and it was unnerving even to dogged and determined me. It was getting dark. And the weather was rainy and even a little icy. But we had come too far to turn back now. “Mom, I have to get back home soon. I have a paper due on Monday and my ride is leaving early tomorrow.” “Yeah, hon, the weather's getting worse. I think we need to turn around.” Said my husband.Maybe it was time to turn back. It was actually sleeting as we continued on this pitch-dark road.“Oh wait, right there, on the left.” There was no farmer or sales clerk or tree tie-er upper. It was a pretty bleak little tree farm. With a quick phone call we were told we could leave our money for the tree in a mailbox outside the barn. The rain turned to driving sleet, the wind whipped through the tree farm, it was dark, freezing…it was ridiculous. My husband insisted I stay in the warm car, while my family trudged through the icy field holding a flashlight. After about 15 minutes, my family returned cold, drenched, and in surprisingly good spirits. They were laughing as they sputtered,“Mom, you don't want one of those trees! They're way too small and we're way too cold. We can't see a thing!”So what's the moral of this little story? Say no! Say no to the unnecessary extras during the holidays that add stress. And you'll be saying yes to a happier holiday season!I've got a challenge for you mama. What will you say no to this year? Take inventory of all you do to make Christmas perfect. Write down a list of “all the things.” Then choose one or more things you won't be doing this year. Come join me over on Instagram @elisedalyparker and let me know your no. Oh Lord, thank you that you never tire of teaching us even in the midst of our stubbornness. Help us Lord to keep our priorities straight. Christmas really is about you, Jesus, and your humble birth. Show us how to let go of the traditions and to-dos that we believe are essential but really aren't. Give each mama praying this prayer an idea of a no that she can say that will bring her greater joy and peace this holiday season. I ask this in Jesus' name amen!

Hello Mama! Experiencing today's show with you is one of the reasons why I started this podcast and I cannot wait to share it with you! How would you answer the questions: ``Who am I?”; “Who does God say I am?”; and “Who is my child created to be?” Today we are diving deep into helping you answer these questions and find your TRUE identity in Christ, for both you and your children. This episode kicks off part one of a three-part series where we explore and learn of our identity in Christ with my God-led friend Bethany Johnson. Partnered with the Holy Spirit, the next three weeks have the power to radically transform your life. Bethany is a mom of 7, she has an incredible story of being a mamma of 1 while widowed when pregnant with her 2nd. Bethany was an elementary teacher and she is committed to helping parents become healthy and whole mentally and physically to be at their best for their children and callings. Bethany and her husband Wayne, now lead a multi-million dollar business, while homeschooling their children. One of their greatest joys is helping people know their identity. Since 2016 Bethany has been following God's leading in growing her understanding of identity and she has engaged in Identity courses that are Holy Spirit led. Her passion as a mom of 7 is equipping mothers in knowing their God-given identity so they can go out in the world and empower it as they truly know the calling of being a mom and how God has strategically positioned us to be moms in such a time like this. She helps moms know who they are so they can go out in the world and heal others. As healed people heal people. As mothers who are whole, we can then impart wholeness and help our children know their identity so they know their God-given calling and walk out the reason God has placed them here in this time. Giving Christ all the glory and praise!  Blessings, Cynthia

Hello Mama! Today, I'm sharing part two of Parenting With Connection: The Key to Connecting With Your Kid! This episode is with a special guest, my friend and co-author of The Connected Parent: Real-Life Strategies for Building Trust and Attachment, Lisa Qualls. If you haven't listened to episode 17, go back and tune in to that one first and then come back to this one because this week's episode is a continuation of last week's conversation about how to mother with connection in mind and we explore the KEY to connecting with your kids. Lisa gives practical advice and powerful tools to build connections with your kids that you can successfully implement in your home. Connect with Lisa Qualls! The Connected Parent https://amzn.to/3DVInsB Podcast: The Adoption Connection www.theadoptionconnection.com/facebook IG: @theadoptionconnection Website: theadoptionconnection.com lisa@theadoptionconnection.com I pray this time together and the strategies given, bless you and your family and that it brings peace and joy to your home. Blessings,  Cynthia

Hello Mama who may or may not have put the Halloween decorations away yet. I know the in-person and online stores are way ahead of me, but before I take a deep dive into how you can have a Christmas season you actually enjoy (coming next week!) – I think Thanksgiving deserves a minute. You with me? So, in honor of this holiday, I want to talk to you about how you can raise grateful kids. Here are some compelling reasons why you want to instill gratitude in your kids and embrace this as part of who you are as a family:1. People who are thankful are happier2. Gratitude is good for our health, emotional and physical3. Thankfulness leads to a greater sense of well-beingHow can we cultivate gratitude in our kids and as a family? 1. One of the simplest ways is saying grace definitely at dinner, and why not every meal? Grace comes with a built-in reminder…every time we sit down for a meal. 2. Make gratitude a part of your daily routine. During school pickups, around the dinner table, before bedtime, prompt your kids, “Name one thing you're grateful for today.” “What was the best thing that happened to you today?” “Who is someone you appreciate today?” “Describe something that made you happy today?” 3. Model gratitude. Just as we want our kids to say please and thank you, which are markers of gratitude, we should be saying the same. I believe this has a ripple effect and makes the world a kinder gentler place.4. Have a gratitude jar. We had a jar in our kitchen with little slips of paper next to it and a marker nearby. 5. Have some fun with gratitude – make a Thanksgiving Tree! Draw a gratitude tree on poster board or get some branches from the backyard and decorate it with paper leaves.  Don't miss the opportunity Thanksgiving brings. Involve your kids in some way of giving thanks.Happy November, Mama! Don't forget to breathe!My blessing for you today is…May you remember as the holidays get under way that God is a God of peace who offers you relief in the midst of your most stressful seasons. May you feel His peace settle over you even now as you hear this blessing. May you remember to breathe intentionally throughout your day and trust that God is your supply. He is enough when you feel depleted. He extends grace and mercy when you blow it. He loves you abundantly and without limit. Bless you, Mama. In Jesus' name, amen. 

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Hello Mama!  I know, motherhood is so 24/7 it is easy to forget even important things if we don't focus on them. I have had seasons where I felt completely lost in Mombie life. Not sleeping, and just doing whatever the day threw at me. It is exhausting! But that's NOT LIVING! I want you to think about why you are doing what you do every day. Spend some time in prayer and really meditate. Find some direction and take it one baby step at a time to make each day a little better! If you are in a season of stuck, please reach out! I would love to help you find freedom from the stuck and overwhelm! I want to be part of your journey! I'm here for YOU! Jenn WEBSITE: www.JMOrganizingSpaces.com HOTLINE: 1+ (980) 389-0399 EMAIL: SimplifiedandFabuousPodcast@gmail.com  

Hello Mama's! I just came on to check in on you all and ensure that you are still on the track to success. Although I've been gone, I've been working. And working for all of us; because a step forward for me is a step forward for all of us. I really want to reconnect with you all, so drop some love in the comments on IG or FB and make sure you sign up to receive updates from rebrandingmotherhood.org. I appreciate you all and I will be back on very soon. #rebrandingmotherhoodpodcast #RBM --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello Mama! Ready to find true Rest and Peace? If so, this episode is for YOU! I'm super excited for you to experience today's show! I sat down and chatted with my dear friend Bethany Johnson who is a faith led mother of 7, wife, successful leader & business woman, owner of Rise Champions Solutions, truth speaker, and so much more.  She shares her story as a working mom and the hard things she's overcome. She gives tactical ways to rest in Jesus throughout our crazy busy days and how to step into our motherhood anointing & calling and walk in our God-given authority in all areas of our lives. We also teach you the number 1 thing you must do to build kingdom kids. YES & AMEN to ALL of this

Hello Mama! I created this episode as another bedtime chat: a way for hard-working mamas to wind down at the end of the day. Perhaps you can listen to it as you're waiting for your child to fall asleep beside you. Or maybe you are in your bed, waiting for your busy mind to slow down and let you sleep. If you drift off during this episode, I have done my job well! In this episode I reflect back on the day and give myself a gold star for a small success, and acknowledge where I stumbled. I move onto my main story… Why is Rhode Island like Gilligans island? You'll get to hear a bit of audio from last year when I was getting ready for my “one month” trip to Rhode Island. *I am still experimenting with the proper volume to create a relaxing atmosphere, but not so quiet that you are straining to hear. What do you think? Email me at Maureencoaching@gmail.com to offer your opinion. Thank you for caring enough to share with me!

Hello Mama and welcome to the You've Got This Mama Podcast, season 2. What a year, amirite? But we survived it and here we are in 2021, new year, new vision, new perspective. We took a short hiatus from the podcast (you've probably noticed that we've been away from it for a while) with intention of course. 2020 was a year for turning inward, a year for reflection, assessing where we needed to make some massive changes, and it's also been a year of incredible growth. It feels good to be back—more aligned, more intentional than ever, and more spaciousness, because that is where everything thrives. Today's episode talks about New Year's Intentions vs Resolutions. You're likely wondering… huh? How is that any different? Well, Mama, it is. Especially given the year we had, and the year that awaits us with second lockdowns, schools closing down once again, forcing parents to pivot to homeschooling while working and all the things, yet again. Aka the same scenario repeating itself, but the difference this time around will be our intentions around it - how we can blend our lives together and still maintain our personal space, our mental, emotional, and physical health and wellbeing. Here's the thing, statistics show that 80% of people give up on their “resolutions” by January 17th to be exact, which is why it's now been coined Goodbye New Year's Resolutions day! Have you ever wondered why we do that? Why do we say something only to self-sabotage our efforts that we deep dive into on January 1st? And most of all, why wait until the new year to start something new or make a change? In today's episode, learn how to:

T'Challa graces us with his presence this episode, and as they say, out of the mouths of babes… Barry puts everyone on spoiler alert. He's in his feelings about teaching The Great Gatsby and about what's been done to Jean-Luc Picard. LaToya has more grandma-sitting in her near future and she purchased some grocery items from Amazon. Assimilation complete. When we say Birdman, what do you think of? Let's just say that neither of the hosts are on the same page. And yes, that's nothing new.