Growing Paynes

In today's episode I sit down with Morgan and talk to her about her journey with an eating disorder, and how finding running as her passion helped to pull her out of that darkness.

She was even so brave as to write a book about her struggles! I'm truly inspired by this military wife and mamma, and think that if you or someone you know is dealing with an eating disorder, you should listen to this episode and also grab a copy of this book!

Find her book "I Thought My Worst Was My Best" here: https://a.co/d/ep5tXAZ

Find Morgan on IG: Morganleeb_

Today I am interviewing Catherine. She and I met at a CrossFit event and hit it off immediately. I was drawn to her no bull shit attitude, willingness to talk about the hard things, and her humor.

In this episode we talk about:

- What it's like owning a business

- Becoming a new mom

- The transition from being a working mom to a SAHM

- The healing power that comes along when you help others

- Coping skills to deal with grief and loss

And so much more!

I am going to start including the video along with the audio in future episodes, so ENJOY!

In part II of my interview with Vanessa, we chat about:

- Her experience as a real estate agent

- The flexibility you have to have when being a working mom

- The importance of self-care

And so much more!

Vanessa's mantras:

"Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right."

"Evolve or die."

You can find Vanessa here:

IG: the_vanessa_miller

Vanessa and I met over a decade ago before either of us had kids or lived on the east coast. Since then, we have both lived through so many chapters filled with the highs and lows of life. I wanted to interview Vanessa because she is a hard-working woman doing all the things,

Vanessa is a real estate agent with Caul Group

- Integrating into the military life

- Prenatal depression

- What it was like for her as a new mom and the guilt she felt for not feeling excited during her pregnancy

- The hardships of military life

- Making friends when you’re always on the move

I hope you enjoy!

You can find Vanessa here:

IG: the_vanessa_miller

This is the second half of my interview with Amy! I am interviewing a local CLC (certified lactation counselor), and asking her all the things about breast feeding and pumping, from drinking and breast feeding to breast feeding with implants. I wish I had someone like Amy in my corner when I was attempting what seemed like one of the most daunting tasks I've ever had to go through.

How to find Amy:

Website: https://movingmamalc.com/about-me/

IG: movingmamalactation

Disclaimer: The information provided is not to be construed as medical recommendation, or as replacement for professional advice from a physician or other appropriate health care professional. 

Breastfeeding and Alcohol: Moderate alcohol consumption by a breastfeeding mother (up to 1 standard drink per day) is not known to be harmful to the infant, especially if the mother waits at least 2 hours before breastfeeding. The alcohol level in breast milk is essentially the same as the alcohol level in a mother’s bloodstream. Expressing or pumping milk after drinking alcohol, and then discarding it (“pumping and dumping”), does NOT reduce the amount of alcohol present in the mother’s milk more quickly. As the mother’s alcohol blood level falls over time, the level of alcohol in her breast milk will also decrease. The highest alcohol levels in milk occur 30 to 60 minutes after an alcoholic beverage. Link: ⁠https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/vaccinations-medications-drugs/alcohol.html#:~:text=a%20breastfeeding%20infant%3F-,Moderate%20alcohol%20consumption%20by%20a%20breastfeeding%20mother%20(up%20to%201,least%202%20hours%20before%20nursing⁠.

Today's episode is a two-parter! I am interviewing a local CLC (certified lactation counselor), and asking her all the things about breast feeding and pumping, from drinking and breast feeding to breast feeding with implants. I wish I had someone like Amy in my corner when I was attempting what seemed like one of the most daunting tasks I've ever had to go through.

How to find Amy:

Website: https://movingmamalc.com/about-me/

IG: movingmamalactation

Breastfeeding and Alcohol: Moderate alcohol consumption by a breastfeeding mother (up to 1 standard drink per day) is not known to be harmful to the infant, especially if the mother waits at least 2 hours before breastfeeding. The alcohol level in breast milk is essentially the same as the alcohol level in a mother’s bloodstream. Expressing or pumping milk after drinking alcohol, and then discarding it (“pumping and dumping”), does NOT reduce the amount of alcohol present in the mother’s milk more quickly. As the mother’s alcohol blood level falls over time, the level of alcohol in her breast milk will also decrease. The highest alcohol levels in milk occur 30 to 60 minutes after an alcoholic beverage. Link: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/vaccinations-medications-drugs/alcohol.html#:~:text=a%20breastfeeding%20infant%3F-,Moderate%20alcohol%20consumption%20by%20a%20breastfeeding%20mother%20(up%20to%201,least%202%20hours%20before%20nursing.

What is confidence? Are we born with all the confidence we will ever have? Or can we somehow grow our confidence? In this episode I will give a couple of tricks I've learned along the way.

If you want to read more about Confidence- specifically geared towards women- I recommend The Confidence Code by Katty Kay & Claire Shipman.

Where to find me:

IG: christy.m.payne

IG: growingpaynespod

When we are anxious or stressed our breaths become very shallow and we don't fully draw air into our lungs. Intentionally focusing on our breath help us lower our heart rate, blood pressure, increase energy levels, decrease anxiety and stress, improve sleep, and allow for a more focused mine. Basically, allowing us to be in the driver seat and in control of our lives! We all have a few minutes in the morning, while we're driving, at lunch, in between meetings, during naps....to look inward and focus on our breathing. It is free. Easy. And will change your life if you keep working at it.

When we are anxious or stressed our breaths become very shallow and we don't fully draw air into our lungs. Intentionally focusing on our breath help us lower our heart rate, blood pressure, increase energy levels, decrease anxiety and stress, improve sleep, and allow for a more focused mine. Basically, allowing us to be in the driver seat and in control of our lives! We all have a few minutes in the morning, while we're driving, at lunch, in between meetings, during naps....to look inward and focus on our breathing. It is free. Easy. And will change your life if you keep working at it.