Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Rediscovering Identity and Joy in Motherhood

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy shares five practical tips to help prevent disappointment during the holiday season. Drawing from her own experiences as a mom of two young boys, she offers advice on creating flexible plans, prioritizing traditions and people, managing gifts, and planning food preparations. Krissy emphasizes the importance of communication and self-care to mitigate mom guilt and ensure a magical holiday season for the whole family. Future episodes will feature guest discussions on celebrating Hanukkah and making Christmas magical.

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00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Recap

01:46 Navigating the Short Holiday Season

02:41 Five Simple Tips to Avoid Holiday Disappointment

03:33 Tip 1: Prioritize Important Traditions

05:03 Tip 2: Schedule Time for Important People

05:56 Tip 3: Create a 'No' List and Buffer Time

08:00 Tip 4: Plan and Wrap Gifts Early

11:04 Tip 5: Plan Food and Treats in Advance

12:30 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes

17:01 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

In this special Thanksgiving episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy sits down with Maria from Pride and Joy Life to discuss 10 simple tips for enjoying Thanksgiving with young children. Krissy and Maria explore practical advice such as the importance of distractions, creating kid-friendly spaces, setting realistic expectations, and planning for messes and downtime. The episode aims to equip parents with strategies to make their Thanksgiving celebrations less stressful and more enjoyable. Maria also shares creative activities and valuable insights from her decade of parenting experience. Listeners are encouraged to follow, rate, and share the podcast to help other moms benefit from these tips.

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Watch or Listen to Maria's Story - Episode 3 of the BoldLittleMinds MomCast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7f8IiurjDI&t=8s

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00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Plans

02:24 Meet Maria: Thanksgiving Tips Expert

03:20 Tip 1: Distractions are Key

08:42 Tip 2: Create a Kid-Friendly Space

10:42 Tip 3: Set Realistic Expectations

17:01 Tip 4: Let Go of Shoulds and Judgments

19:12 Tip 5: Build in Connection Time

20:48 Tip 6: Involve Kids in Preparations

23:23 Tip 7: Flexible Eating Times

27:41 Tip 8: Plan Ahead for Messes

29:35 Tip 9: Plan for Downtime

30:41 Tip 10: Family Traditions After the Feast

32:35 Conclusion and Farewell

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy interviews Danielle, a former teacher and mom who helps parents advocate for their children and foster independent play. Danielle discusses her background in teaching, her transition to a learning behavior specialist, and the importance of social-emotional learning. They discuss advocating for children with disabilities, the challenges of motherhood, and practical tips for encouraging independent play. Please take a moment to to rate, review, and follow the podcast for more insights and resources.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:40 Website Launch and New Products

03:28 Interview with Danielle: Teaching and Motherhood

07:02 Danielle's Journey and Advocacy

18:56 Independent Play and Parenting Tips

27:07 Final Thoughts and Resources

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy, a stay-at-home mom, interviews Jessie, a mom and pediatric speech pathologist. Jessie shares practical strategies for improving toddler language development through daily routines and modeling. Listeners learn about Krissy's new website featuring her products, including a coloring book subscription and customized party favor coloring books. Jessie also discusses the challenges and triumphs of managing her toddler's speech development while running a private practice. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with your friends!

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In this episode, I refer to my conversations with Andrea McGrath in episode 8. Listen to more of this great conversation about supporting mental health in our children and ourselves: https://youtu.be/0Tpr8_PwAaY

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00:00 Introduction to the Bold Little Minds MomCast

00:34 Meet Krissy: Host and Mom of Two

01:16 Exciting Website Launch and New Products

03:24 Introducing Jessie: Speech Pathologist and Mom

03:35 Expert Tips for Language Development

04:09 Real-Life Parenting Challenges and Solutions

04:35 Engaging with the Podcast Community

06:09 In-Depth Conversation with Jessie

20:19 Practical Strategies for Speech Development

25:57 Upcoming Projects and Where to Find Jessie

28:40 Closing Remarks and Bonus Content

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds Momcast, Krissy interviews Lindsay, a mom who lives life by her own rules, splitting her time between Canada and Bali. Krissy also shares personal anecdotes about parenting two young boys and updating her Activity Menu for her three-year-old to encourage independence. Throughout the episode, Lindsay discusses her journey from a corporate career to homeschooling and international living with her children, emphasizing the importance of following one's intuition and adjusting to life's ever-changing circumstances. The episode highlights the evolution of motherhood, navigating transitions, and finding happiness outside societal expectations.

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00:00 Introduction and Host's Life Update

01:49 Daylight Savings and Routine Adjustments

02:42 Activity Menu and Parenting Tips

04:24 Podcast Milestones and Community Engagement

05:10 Introducing Lindsey and Her Story

07:26 Lindsey's Journey to Motherhood

15:36 Homeschooling and Life Transitions

18:37 Traveling and Parenting Across Continents

24:23 Tips for Keeping Kids Entertained

26:40 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

28:14 Where to Find More Content

In this special Halloween episode of the Bold Little Minds Momcast, the hosts engage in a heartfelt discussion with Maria from PrideandJoyLife about making Halloween magical with fun and simple traditions. They reminisce about nostalgic Halloweens of the 90s, from pillowcase candy bags to cold rural trick-or-treating experiences. Mary shares her evolving Halloween celebrations, from childhood adventures and teenage candy distribution to creating neighborhood magic with her own children, focusing on safety with glow sticks and bike lights. Emphasizing the importance of low-maintenance yet memorable festivities, they highlight traditions like the 'Switch Witch' and Halloween movie nights. The episode also features a special mom shoutout for Amy's bravery during a hurricane and invites listeners to share their own Halloween stories.

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Watch or Listen to Maria's Story - Episode 3 of the BoldLittleMinds MomCast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7f8IiurjDI&t=1s

This episode features a shoutout from Reem (Episode 1: https://youtu.be/z1k1jkMgHDQ?si=_FLoAjL7ykc6EEwA)

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and stories submitted by Mary (Episode 9: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sg-bjJ1Wuhg&t=3s) https://www.instagram.com/themodernramona/

and Kristina Lucia Pezza https://www.instagram.com/kristinaluciapezza/

00:00 Introduction to the Halloween Special

00:54 Halloween Memories and Traditions

02:22 Listener Shoutouts and Community Engagement

03:18 Preparing for Thanksgiving

03:56 Podcast Support and Updates

04:54 Introducing Maria and Her Halloween Insights

05:41 Childhood Halloween Experiences

09:54 Modern Halloween Celebrations

12:36 Glow Stick Safety Tips

13:32 Candy Storage Strategies

15:36 The Switch Witch Tradition

18:11 Halloween Movie Nights

20:38 Halloween Costumes and Final Thoughts

22:47 Closing Remarks and Bonus Episode

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy sits down with Kensie, a stay-at-home mom of two young boys. Combining personal experiences with professional insights, Kensie talks about her journey from an autism clinician to a homeschooling mom, tackling postpartum depression, and starting her own small business. The conversation explores the importance of sensory play, the flexibility of homeschooling, and coping with the challenges imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. This episode offers practical advice, inspiration, and a sense of solidarity to moms navigating similar paths.

Be sure to subscribe for more inspiring stories from real moms. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and share with your friends. If you'd like to share your story, please reach out to me at [email protected] or connect with me on my social media!

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00:00 Introduction to the Bold Little Minds MomCast

01:21 Exciting Home Updates and Instagram Redesign

03:45 Halloween Coloring Books and Activity Menus

05:58 Interview with Kensie: Homeschooling and Sensory Play

08:29 Kensie's Background and Transition to Motherhood

12:23 Challenges and Joys of Raising Two Kids

16:14 Kids' Changing Perspectives

16:32 Transition to Sensory Play

17:10 Simple Sensory Play Ideas

19:37 Managing Sensory Play Mess

23:04 Homeschooling Journey

27:24 Gilmore Girls Collection

29:02 Where to Find Us

29:53 Closing Remarks

Pregnancy with Anencephaly: Shay's Story (Part 2)

To honor Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month, we have a special episode of the BoldLittleMinds MomCast. Krissy engages in a heartfelt conversation with Shay, a mother who shares her deeply personal experiences with multiple pregnancy losses, including a pregnancy affected by anencephaly. They discuss the emotional struggles and difficult decisions faced, highlighting Shay's courage and determination to carry her pregnancy to term to donate her son's organs. The podcast emphasizes the importance of sharing stories of pregnancy and infant loss to provide support and awareness, especially during Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Listeners are encouraged to connect with Shay through Instagram for support and to access more of the conversation in the Bonus Episode, available on Krissy's free Substack.

This is Shay's second appearance on the MomCast. You can listen to Episode 6 for her full story.

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https://www.instagram.com/sensoryseekingkids/

https://www.sensoryseekingkids.com/

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[email protected]

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00:00 Introduction to a Special Episode

00:46 Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness

02:12 Understanding Anencephaly

03:18 Shay's Journey Through Loss

04:23 A Love Story Amidst Challenges

14:20 Facing the Heartbreaking Diagnosis

21:48 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Pregnancy News

23:23 Deciding to Carry to Term

25:42 Navigating a Rare Diagnosis

28:18 The Journey Towards Organ Donation

33:44 The Birth and Loss of Baby Brian

37:09 Honoring Baby Brian's Memory

38:44 Moving Forward and Trying Again

46:03 Advocating for Awareness and Support

48:23 Conclusion and Call to Action

Creating Opportunities: Mary's Story

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy interviews Mary, a mom of two and successful entrepreneur. They discuss Mary's transition from a full-time physical therapist to a stay-at-home mom and business owner. The conversation covers her journey through motherhood challenges, including difficulties in conception and loss, and the inspiration behind her businesses. The discussion emphasizes the importance of pursuing personal passions and allowing ideas to naturally evolve into new ventures.

Listen to more of the conversation, including details on how Mary started her fulfilled-by-Amazon business, in the bonus episode, available for free on Substack: https://boldlittleminds.substack.com/p/creating-opportunities-marys-story

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https://www.instagram.com/themodernramona/

https://www.instagram.com/laureltreeandme/

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00:00 Introduction to the Bold Little Minds MomCast

00:38 Changes to the Podcast Format

02:57 Social Media and Activity Ideas

05:49 Interview with Mary: Journey to Motherhood

07:33 Mary's Life Before Motherhood

11:45 Challenges and Triumphs in Motherhood

17:28 Favorite Kid Activity: Shaving Cream Fun

19:57 Sensory Play Ideas: Pom Poms and More

21:37 Toy Rotation and Simplifying Play

24:09 Raising Boys vs. Girls: Observations and Experiences

27:16 Encouragement for Moms: Follow Your Passion

29:32 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Us

Building Resilience: Andrea's Story

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy talks with guest Andrea, a mom of two and mental health advocate, to discuss supporting mental health in both children and mothers. Andrea shares personal experiences raising children with mental health issues, strategies she's employed, and the importance of self-care for moms. The episode highlights how to recognize signs of mental health struggles in children, how to develop supportive techniques, and the significance of finding and relying on your community. The discussion also touches upon the challenges of parenting anxiety-prone children and the importance of adapting mental health strategies as children grow.

Connect with Andrea:

https://www.instagram.com/andreatmcgrath/

https://stan.store/amcgrath

In the Introduction, Krissy refers to this article by Dr. Cara Goodwin:

https://parentingtranslator.substack.com/p/is-hurried-child-syndrome-real

https://www.instagram.com/parentingtranslator/

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Update

01:51 Introducing Andrea: Mental Health Advocate

02:32 Understanding Children's Anxiety

02:56 Parenting Strategies and Resources

05:50 The Importance of Community and Support

07:01 Andrea's Journey and Parenting Insights

08:43 Balancing Self-Care and Parenting

27:21 Navigating Mental Health Challenges

30:06 Personal Transformation and Parenting Challenges

30:25 Balancing Different Needs of Children

30:54 Learning Patience and Meeting Children Where They Are

34:26 Strategies for Managing Anxiety and ADHD

34:41 Grounding Exercises and Breathing Techniques

37:28 Adapting Mental Health Strategies

38:37 Mindfulness and Morning Check-ins

40:05 Joys and Challenges of Parenting Teenagers

42:22 Rediscovering Self-Identity and New Projects

46:08 Modeling Mental Health and Coping Strategies

50:45 Listening to Children and Adapting Parenting Approaches

52:31 Conclusion and Resources