In this heartwarming and inspiring episode, host Stacey Lauren sits down with Alex Butusov, an incredible mom, entrepreneur, and member of our Do The Thing community. Alex shares her journey from moving to a new country, overcoming language barriers, to creating a life filled with creativity, imagination, and meaningful connections. Alex's dedication to fostering her children's growth through open-ended play is awe-inspiring. She talks about her business, Bunny Mae, which focuses on creating high-quality, environmentally friendly toys that encourage children to use their imagination and creativity. Join us as we dive into her story, challenges, and the motivation behind her Do The Thing moment!- 00:02:08 - Alex’s Anti-Screen Parenting Approach- 00:03:06 - Building Connections through Toys- 00:03:56 - Discovering Montessori Philosophy- 00:04:11 - Expanding Playtime Creativity - 00:05:07 - Transitioning to Business Idea- 00:06:15 - Balancing Parenthood and Full-time Job- 00:07:14 - Overcoming Mindset Challenges- 00:08:26 - Moving to the U.S. in Early Twenties- 00:10:18 - Transformative Mindset Shift- 00:11:07 - Importance of Relationships- 00:12:47 - Building Community- 00:15:06 - Learning English and Overcoming Barriers- 00:16:21 - Thinking in the Language You Want to Speak- 00:17:06 - Business Insights & Childhood Synergy- 00:19:21 - The Birth of Bunny Mae- 00:22:45 - Creating a Supportive Community for Moms- 00:23:41 - Learning from Experience and Mistakes- 00:24:39 - Comparing Parenting to Business Building- 00:25:35 - Final Words of Advice- 00:26:10 - Where to Follow Alex’s Journey🌟 Don't miss out on this insightful conversation full of practical advice, personal growth, and the power of imagination. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to stay updated on more inspiring stories and expert advice. 📱 **Follow Alex Butusov:**- Instagram: http://instagram.com/momsmeadow- Facebook: http://facebook.com/momsmeadow📧 **Join Our Community:**- Visit the Do The Thing Community http://dothethingcommunity.com to connect with like-minded individuals who are ready to create opportunities and achieve their goals!#DoTheThingPodcast #Parenting #Entrepreneurship #Inspiration #Imagination #BunnyMae #Community #PersonalGrowth