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The theme of today's podcast: just because it's COMMON doesn't mean it's NORMAL. 

All too often, I hear moms talk about how they have specific symptoms or conditions after having children that they accept as "normal" just because lots of other women experience them, too. That's simply not the case. 

Today I have pelvic health physical therapist, Kelly Yamnitz, to do an incredible interview all about pelvic health - what it is, why we experience the negative symptoms associated with it, how to treat them, and why all women should be seen by a physical therapist during pregnancy and following delivery (even if it's been YEARS since you had children!). 

You won't want to miss this episode jam packed with valuable information! 

Find a pelvic health physical therapist in your area: www.pelvicrehab.com

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Today's episode is about the freedom we have as moms to change our minds sometimes. If we're constantly striving to grow, evolve, and challenge ourselves, then change is inevitable. We shouldn't shy away from it. 

Hardly any of us are the exact type of mom we thought we would be, myself included. We can probably think back to conversations we had before children when we said "I will never"...and we were wrong. So while we might have this idea of who we will be or maybe even have an unrealistic expectation for ourselves, when push comes to shove and we're under pressure, sometimes those things change. 

Sometimes I think we resist growth because we're afraid to be anything except what we're known as. We don't want to deprive the people in our lives from what they expect of us. What they expect of us is comfortable. But growth is anything but that. 

It's okay to change. And it's okay to change your mind about the way you do things as a mom. Today's pep talk will remind you of that. 

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We've painted this picture in the motherhood space that "toxic positivity" is this awful, ugly thing that should be our enemy. It has conditioned us to resent a positive mindset, to resist growth, and to disregard other perspectives. I want to challenge you with a new way of viewing this with today's episode.

You see, I believe the real problem, the real enemy in society and motherhood, is the inability to provide validation. We have terrible communication skills. If you are on the Toxic Positivity train, it could be because you're not feeling validated in your own struggle.

Motherhood is hard. There are parts that are so ugly. It's exhausting. And us moms tend to take the brunt of it when it comes to challenges. So sometimes we just need to say that out loud and for someone to say "AMEN SISTER!" We need someone to remind us that we aren't crazy.

But we also need someone to remind us that it gets better. It's a necessary thing in our life, not a toxic influence we need to shun away. We need the moms who are 10 steps ahead of us to look back and say, "Hey, you've got this."

Let me know what you think of today's episode and just know mama, you're doing a really amazing job.

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Today's episode is another special gift to my ladies in our listening audience that are in a season of waiting, longing for the experience of motherhood. I was able to interview an incredible guest, Caroline Harries, who is the founder of Moms in the Making. 

Moms in the Making is a non-profit faith-based Christian infertility support group. It is an incredible resource that was created to support and encourage women on their journey to becoming a mom by sharing the hope and truth of God’s Word.

As of 2024, Moms in the Making has 90 in-person and virtual support groups across the United States, Canada and Mexico, and the Netherlands. They also operate groups for Moms Made and groups in Spanish and Dutch as well. It's an absolutely incredible operation and I feel so grateful to Caroline for taking the time to share her story with all of us here at Moms Working Overtime. 

Check out Moms in the Making: https://www.momsinthemaking.com/
Check out Dads in the Making: https://dadsinthemaking.com/
Find infertility support groups: https://www.momsinthemaking.com/groups/

Listen to Caroline's podcast, A Cup Full of Hope: https://www.acupfullofhopepodcast.com/

Follow Moms in the Making on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsinthemaking/
Follow Caroline on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/induetimeministries/
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How often have you thought to yourself, "my children behave worse for me than they do for anyone else!" throughout your motherhood journey? You're certainly not alone. 

It can feel so frustrating to feel like we get the worst of our children sometimes. It leaves us low on patience and often leads to raising our voice, bargaining with the kids, and feeling guilty at the end of the day. We're so hard on ourselves, thinking "I'm such a bad mom" or "I wish I would've handled that differently." 

In today's pep talk, I share a perspective with you that helps me in these moments to take a deep breath, refocus, and give some grace. I hope it helps you as well! 

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Get ready for what might be my favorite interview yet! My sweet friend, Stephanie Lawler, agreed to come on the Moms Working Overtime Podcast to speak with you all about achieving personal goals while being a mom, juggling "all of the things," learning to be present, and overcoming obstacles. Stephanie is a mom of two, a women's health coach, a business mentor, entrepreneur, leader in the health and fitness industry, and so much more. She's a mama I go to in my own moments of weakness and I'm honored to share her with you all! 

Stephanie and I discuss practical tips for mastering time management and balance, specifically related to being a career mom and navigating career changes. She also shares her best advice for setting and maintaining boundaries, overcoming obstacles (such as her youngest daughter having special needs), and prioritizing ourselves in motherhood. 

There's so many valuable pieces of information jam packed into this hour and I know every mom, no matter what phase of motherhood they're in, will walk away from this episode with something she can apply to her life! 

Follow Stephanie on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/warriorfit1/

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To help us kick off Season 2 of the Moms Working Overtime Podcast in 2024, I thought it was time to go back to our roots and talk about "overtime" hours. 

Mom culture can be so toxic to our mindset. It seems to either glamorize motherhood, making it appear clean and pretty and always picture perfect, or it capitalizes on the hard parts of motherhood, making the hard parts of this role primary focus and putting a magnifying glass on our struggles. 

What we need more of the motherhood space is mom who show how messy it is, how hard it can be sometimes, but also how much of an immense blessing it is to get the opportunity to raise these small humans. 

In this episode, we revisit the mission of Moms Working Overtime, the power of overtime hours, and some things to remember as you pursue your best self. 

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So many people believe the postpartum experience is all sunshine and rainbows. I mean, how could it not be? You just welcomed your perfect, wonderful little bundle of joy into the world! Right? ...well, not always. 

The postpartum experience can be dark and scary, something many moms feel but don't talk about because they're ashamed. It can feel like a very lonely and isolating experience. I'm so grateful to my guest today, Katie Pennington, for being willing to come on the podcast and share her story. 

Katie shares the real and raw sides of postpartum, the uncomfortable parts, the parts that many moms won't admit to. And she does so to remind you that if you're struggling, or if you struggled, that you aren't alone. 

Connect with Katie on social: https://www.instagram.com/katieneee/

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No mom is safe when it comes to owning our crazy. I don't care WHAT type of mom you say you are - you have some crazy in you, too. We all do. It's what makes motherhood so special, and it's why only we can do it the way we do.  Today's podcast is all about owning the things about us that make us the moms we are.

As different as you might think you are from another mom in your life, you're just as crazy as she is. And the amazing thing about it all is that no mom is "right" or "wrong" in how she parents. So if you're listening to this podcast and wondering if you're doing things "right" or if you're a good mom...let me tell you, none of us even know what that means!!! 

We are going to be much happier as moms when we acknowledge this and own our own crazy - our own beliefs, actions, and the decisions that we make in motherhood. 

Owning your crazy gives you freedom from ALL of the things about motherhood that make you feel judged, guilty, less than, doubtful, failing...insert ANYTHING here! Decide where you stand on the important things and OWN THAT. Each of us is just doing the best that we can for ourselves and our families given our experiences and circumstances. Our instincts are strong for a reason - we are right to listen to them. 

Lastly, we talk on today's episode about the fact that you can change your crazy as you go. Own that too. Growth is something to be celebrated. Don't be afraid to communicate your stance on something just because someday it could change. 

Mama, you know what's best for you and your family. And you're doing an amazing job. 

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