“You become your own worst critic at times but you also become your own best cheerleader because being a mom is such an amazing role.” - Ashley Koseck

 

Moms and moms to be, this episode is for you. Ashley is a working mother who speaks truthfully about embracing motherhood, the good and the bad. She talks honestly about finding balance and setting a good example. Ashley has come to the conclusion that just because the plan you had doesn’t as planned, doesn’t mean you failed. 

 

Intro to Ashley [1:00]

Advice from others about parenting [2:30]

Ashley’s Health Journey [4:22]

Nutrition with kids [6:30]

Food prep - making baby food [8:10]

Setting a good example [9:05]

Food selection, picky eating, etc [13:30]

Planning a family [14:30]

Deciphering whether friends and family’s advice is coming from an opinionated stand point or a supportive one. [15:00]

Cloth diapers [17:00]

Natural birth [19:10]

Recovery after birth [20:00]

Self care as a parent/ Mommy guilt [21:50]

Balancing relationships with friends, family and with yourself [25:00]

Body image [27:00]

Physical, mental and emotional health [30:00]

Support system - quality over quantity  [32:30]

Relations with spouse and how it’s changed after kids [35:50]

Create your own plan and embrace it [37:00]

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