Hold on for this one because we dive into a taboo conversation you definitely aren’t having at playdates with mom friends! I truly hope to change that, however, which is why I have brought Jennifer Wiessner on the show. She is a Certified AASECT Couples Sex Therapist/Educator and creator of the workshop Raising Sexually Healthy Children and co-creator of the workshop Girls on Fire. She works with both children and adults in multiple areas so to say she’s knowledgeable in her field is an understatement. Jennifer is absolutely an expert and I’m so thrilled to bring her knowledge to you.

In this episode (part 1) we go over the who, what, where, and why of raising sexually healthy children.

Who: Who is Jennifer, what is her story, AND who should be having these conversations with our children?
What: What does is mean to raise sexually healthy children?
Where: Where should the conversations be taking place?
Why: Why is it incredibly important to have these conversations with them AND why it should absolutely be happening at home?

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If the last year and a half have taught us anything, it’s to be prepared. Our lives can change in a moment. As the school year approaches, Covid-19 talks are increasing, and states are announcing mask mandates again. Talk of closing things down and enforcing restrictions continue, and I want to ask you one question. Are you prepared? Or are you waiting around to see what your school, state, and the government decides? Mamas let’s get proactive! Let’s stop facing the realities of what is going on in front of us so we can best prepare ourselves and our families.

Why this episode? Because I want you to thrive, always. I don’t want to see my mama friends suffering like so many did last year. And I truly believe, the way to combat the anxiety and overwhelm 2020 brought us, is by better preparing ourselves for life’s curveballs.

This isn’t a political episode. This isn’t an episode about being for or against anything that’s going on in the world right now. It’s strictly a discussion of what and how you should take proactive approaches to all of life’s unknowns mentally, emotionally, and physically. This includes yourself, your family, and your environment. What are some of the proactive items you should be thinking about and discussing? Grab and cozy beverage and find out in this episode.

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I’m over the moon about this episode! Grace Adewale is a Holistic Child Strategist, Academic Excellence Tutor, Coach, and former teacher. She is incredibly passionate about raising young entrepreneurs and world-changers, which is what immediately caught my eye on her Instagram page. I knew right away, we NEEDED her on this podcast.

In this episode, Grace shares with us her tips and tricks for fostering an entrepreneurial spirit within our children without the feeling of overwhelm. We dive into the importance of this mindset to best prepare our children for the future. Whether you are a homeschool mama or not, this episode will inspire you to find your child’s passion and assist them on a journey of exploration. And, who better to do this exploration than us as SAHMs?

I truly believe we have this amazing opportunity as full-time mothers to dive into our children’s passions with them and foster that entrepreneurial spirit we are all born with. Grace and I talk about how the current public school system is hyper-focused on preparing our children for a 9 to 5 job, but the reality is, our world is changing very quickly. By empowering children to follow their passions, we can build better communities. We have an investigative duty as parents to foster their love of learning and curiosity. So, grab a cozy beverage and join me in this conversational journey.

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Website https://www.trainupachild.co.uk/

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“The decisions you make today will determine the life you have a year from now.”

This episode explains why you can’t stick to healthy habits outside of the constraints of a challenge or a program. Thanks to the one and only James Clear who wrote, “Atomic Habits”, I finally figured out why we absolutely fall apart as soon as these programs/challenges are over. I take the information and apply it to being a SAHM, in hopes of you creating healthy habits that last once you complete a challenge such as the Mama Mindset Reset Challenge.

What I don’t want, is for women to complete the challenge and not have done the work to create healthy habits that actually stick, fall back into their toxic behavior, and end up further behind and more disappointed in themselves than they were before starting the program. So, listen to the episode, take some notes, and DO THE WORK!

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Pasha Marlowe is the most amazing down-to-earth, uplifting, humorous, and positively energetic woman. She is a therapeutic comedy coach, podcaster, author, and so much more. 

In this episode, we talk about the importance of comedy, laughter, and humor as a form of therapy during the MOST traumatic times. How do we apply that mindset shift to motherhood? We talk about what it means to play, do things we love, and find our joy in motherhood and as women. How do you play with your children and actually have fun? When did we lose that sense of fun as mothers? I share when I feel I lost mine. I even share my enjoyment of drinking coffee in the mornings, on the deck, in the sunshine…topless. Oh yeah, baby! That’s right!

So, how do we find our way back to fun? What does that look like? Is it different for everyone? Find out in this fun, unfiltered, and open conversation with Pasha. Grab a cozy beverage and join me in this conversational journey.

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https://www.instagram.com/pashamarlowe/
https://www.facebook.com/Pashamarlowecoaching

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I’ve had several questions regarding my interview episode on the gentle parenting method. In this episode, I clarify, address, and further share my thoughts on this. I chat about the importance of approaching any parenting method from a positive space i.e. Parenting starts with working on yourself. When discussing various parenting approaches, it’s difficult or impossible to not also discuss discipline styles.

So, in honor of total transparency, I absolutely dive into the taboo topic of spanking your children. And guess what? I even share whether we do or don’t. Please remember, each parenting approach is unique. There is an abundance of books, tools, and resources to help you on your parenting journey. The most important part of your journey besides reading the books and practicing different methods is to always work on yourself first. If an approach isn’t working, the first place to reflect on is yourself. Then, find a book or a coach that aligns with your values and stick with it. Don’t pivot after 1 week. Stick with it.

Books mentioned:
The Happiest Baby on the Block by Dr. Harvey Karp
The Happiest Toddler on the Block by Dr. Harvey Karp
Secrets of The Baby Whisperer by Tracy Hogg

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Our first guest author on the podcast is an absolutely incredible one. Megan Alexander is an Emmy nominated national news correspondent on the Inside Edition, speaker, actress, author of two Amazon Best Selling books, and of course a mom.

In this episode, we discuss her beautiful children’s book, “One More Hug”, which I stumbled across at our local library. After reading it to my daughters and drying my happy tears because of its beautiful message and reminder, I knew I wanted to chat with Megan about slowing down as mothers and embracing the beauty of our children. 

Megan shares her journey in creating this story, the importance of slowing down for one more hug with our children, the struggles we all find in motherhood, and the beauty in staying grounded in the entertainment industry. We chat about balance, support, and the importance of living intentionally. 

“One More Hug” is a book every mother should purchase for her children’s bookshelves as well as her own. It makes the perfect gift for new mothers, family, and friends. 

To Purchase “One More Hug”

https://www.amazon.com/One-More-Hug-Megan-Alexander/dp/1534429719

To Purchase an autographed copy of “One More Hug”

https://www.meganalexander.com/

Contact Megan 

https://www.meganalexander.com/

https://www.instagram.com/meganjalexander1/

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Do you value yourself? Do you feel like you are worth investing in? In this episode, I chat about my journey to finding my self-worth. I had to start from a place where I found very little value in myself outside of being a mother. I rarely invested in myself through time OR money. We need to understand that women are worthy of investing in ourselves in BOTH of these ways (time and money). At what point did we decide we aren’t worthy of those things? Just because you are a mother, does not mean you aren’t worthy of investing in your physical and mental health. The ripple effect of taking that time is immeasurable and unfathomable. It greatly impacts everything and everyone around you in a positive way.

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From SAHM to construction business owner!! This isn’t a story you hear every day. In this episode, I have an amazing chat with Molly Luke. Molly was a SAHM to 4 kiddos for the better part of a decade before she listened to a higher calling she couldn’t ignore, leading her to open her own drywall business. We talk about her journey to starting that business, what it is like being a woman in a predominantly male industry, and how she applies her skills of nurturing and independence as a mom as well as her faith to her now thriving business. She openly shares her journey of finding balance, what she would have done differently when she was a full-time mom and offers us some great tools and suggestions for prioritizing time within your marriage.
 
Molly is an incredible individual raising 4 kiddos and running a new business, who still manages to stay true to her own path. Her openness with her faith and the joy and peace it brings her is inspiring. Whether you are thinking of branching out and starting a business for yourself, or you are a full-time mama in the thick of young children, this episode will inspire you. So, grab a cozy beverage and enjoy this conversational journey. 

Books Mentioned:

• The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman
• Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel
• Atomic Habits by James Clear
• Pussy: A Reclamation by Regena Thomashauer
• The Happiest Toddler on the Block by Harvey Karp M.D.

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Everything we’ve talked about up until this point comes down to MOTION. And now, I bring you ACTION. I’ve put together a mindset reset challenge designed for women, specifically for moms, called the MAMA MINDSET RESET CHALLENGE. #mmrchallenge

And guess what? It’s FREE. It costs absolutely nothing. This is a challenge I have poured my heart and soul into creating, for you. Because I want each of you to be the BEST you possible. 

If you’re ready to change and improve your life, this challenge will do exactly that. In this episode, I talk about the challenge in detail. I discuss the reasons why it is so important, why I created it, the indescribable benefits you will receive from it, and finally what it entails and how to do it.

Most of you aren’t brave enough to do this. Most of you will come up with every excuse why you aren’t going to do it or why you don’t need to do it. But, for those of you who do take the challenge, I guarantee it will change your life. 

Visit my website for a complete list of the challenge details and rules. Start today. Start now. There is no signup. Just start. Don’t forget to use the hashtag #mmrchallenge and tag me on IG! I can’t wait to see you change your life. 

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