Hey mamas, do you ever feel like the moment you start to get the hang of things your child pulls a 180 into a completely new phase? This can be difficult to cope with for those of us, like Ashleigh, who love a game plan, an organized schedule, and some semblance of structure throughout the day with a to-do list to juggle. In today’s episode, we’re discussing the challenges and the importance of remaining flexible to all of the curveballs that come with being a mama. The truth is, we’re all learning and developing just as much as our children are, so cut yourself some slack and tune into this episode to join the conversation.

Have any thoughts about this episode or suggestions to help with staying flexible? Send Ashleigh a DM on Instagram @mamahoodisatrip or send an email to [email protected].

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Today we begin the journey into baby-led weaning and Ashleigh is bringing you along for every step of this new chapter. How do you know when your baby is ready? How do you know if YOU are ready? Maybe you’re feeling insecure about your own eating habits and want to set a better example for your child. Don’t worry, mama. This episode is packed with tips, resources, and proof that you are not alone! Take a listen to this episode and be sure to let us know how you’re feeling about the process.

Send Ashleigh a DM on Instagram @mamahoodisatrip or send an email to [email protected].

This episode is sponsored by Tuck & Bundle! Head to https://tuckandbundleshop.com/ to access your 15% discount when you use code ashleighkluck at checkout!

What makes a mama? For some, it’s not just about delivering. For many mamas out there it begins with fostering a child in need. Today we welcome our guest Kacy Hull: entrepreneur, wife, foster-care advocate, adoptive mother of three, and mama to their miracle bio-baby. Kacy and Ashleigh dive into what the foster process looks like, the best advice for those looking to foster, the road from foster to adoption, and everything in between. Want to tag along on Kacy’s journey? Follow along on Instagram @kacyhull and say hi!

Have thoughts or questions about this episode? Let us know!  Let us know! Send Ashleigh a DM @mamahoodisatrip or send an email to [email protected].

This episode is sponsored by Tuck & Bundle! Head to https://tuckandbundleshop.com/ to access your 15% discount when you use code ashleighkluck at checkout!

Let’s be honest, mama…traveling with a baby can be tough! Luckily, professional road-tripper, Ashleigh, is here to give you the tips you need to help you feel empowered to hit the road with your little one. When it comes to long car rides with your partner or solo with babe, it’s important to be mentally prepared, well-equipped, and most of all safe. Ashleigh is revealing her favorite products, mindset hacks, and safety measures to make sure you and your baby can make the best of your road trip experience. Buckle up, mamas!

Have anything to share that we didn’t cover? Let us know! Send Ashleigh a DM @mamahoodisatrip or send an email to [email protected].

This episode is sponsored by Tuck & Bundle! Head to https://tuckandbundleshop.com/ to access your 15% discount when you use code ashleighkluck at checkout!

Are you ready to feel seen? It’s time to chat about all those thoughts swirling around in your head that you’ve been keeping to yourself, mama. Why? Because you’re not alone! It’s time to share some of that weight, open up the conversation, and exhale a bit. We don’t have all the solutions, but today Ashleigh is sharing the 8 things new mamas think about to encourage dialogue (no matter how embarrassing) and normalize the mental struggles new mamas are experiencing. Once we can talk about these thoughts we can more easily reach out for support when we need it, and you deserve it!

Have anything to share that we didn’t cover? Let us know! Send Ashleigh a DM on Instagram or send an email to [email protected].

This episode is sponsored by Tuck & Bundle! Use code ashleighkluck at checkout to access your 15% discount!

Okay, mamas, we’re getting real personal on this episode. For the first time ever Ashleigh tells Baby Oakleigh’s birth story in a public forum and reveals all of the dreams come true and nightmares she experienced throughout. As an anxious, first-time mama with a husband soon leaving on business, Ashleigh did everything she could to create a completely calm and predictable birth plan. Well, we all know what happens when we make plans, don’t we? Tune in to this emotional and beautifully vulnerable episode and be reminded that women are literal superheroes.

This episode is sponsored by Tuck & Bundle! Use code ashleighkluck at checkout to access your 15% discount!

Whether you’ve been working from home for years like Ashleigh, or if this is a brand new post-pandemic chapter for you in the #WFH lifestyle, working from home can pose some interesting challenges…ESPECIALLY when your coworker is your little one! Today on Mamahood Is A Trip, Ashleigh delves into how working from home has been altered since Baby Oakleigh came along. We chat expectations vs. reality, pre and post-baby workflows, and tips to make working from home with a baby work for you. Time to clock in, mamas. You got this! 

This episode is sponsored by Tuck & Bundle! Use code ashleighkluck at checkout to access your 15% discount! 

We're sure you've seen a dozen blogs on the same topic, but what about a list curated by a new mama who is literally in the throws of discovering (and loving) these products IRL? Looks like it's your lucky day, mama, because Ashleigh is taking us through her Top 10 Mama Must-Haves that both she and Baby Oakleigh are absolutely loving right now. Seriously, we don't know how parents got ANY sleep before these sanity-saving game-changers. From breast pumps to bottle warmers, we've got you covered on the latest and greatest products out right now and if you're like Ashleigh, you just might buy two of each! 

Take a listen and let us know if we've left anything out by getting in touch on Instagram at @mamahoodisatrip and be sure to head to our show notes to check out all of these amazing products at www.mamahoodisatrip.com. Stay wild, mama!

Sleep training: the necessary evil all parents dread in order to achieve the peace (and sleep) they so desperately require. Well, mamas, today Ashleigh reveals the ins and outs of her own sleep training experience with Baby Oakleigh and we’re happy to say we’ve found a method that is (nearly) painless for both mom and babe! Listen in on this episode to hear about:

Ashleigh took copious notes while sleep training Baby Oakleigh and she’s reading straight from the mama diary just for you. You don’t want to miss these tips, mama!

Disclaimer: Sleep training is not for everyone. Most pediatricians recommend waiting until your child is at least 4 months old and has an established nap and bedtime routine

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Today we're joined by Mama Fit Coach, Kaija Caraway, to discuss the realities of postpartum fitness...and don't worry, we're not here to tell you how to "drop the baby weight" because you deserve so much more, mama! We're diving deep into the best ways to set realistic goals for yourself, how to find the motivation when you're downright exhausted, and the importance of getting in touch with your "why" when it comes to your health journey. Get ready to be inspired by this mama who embodies strength in every sense of the word. 

Curious about working with Kaija? Click here or connect with her on Instagram @kaijacaraway 

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