The people, pets, and items that live in our homes change as we enter different seasons of life, and oftentimes, we get too busy to take a step back to evaluate if we're truly living in place. April, the owner of Functional Living with April, is back for another jam-packed episode where we talk about creating a functional home during the retirement/empty nesting years.

❗This conversation is great for those who are currently retired or who have parents that are approaching that phase of life!

In this episode, we discuss:

• The challenges of living in the "Sandwich Generation"
• Tips for caring for yourself while also caring for kids and/or aging parents
• Safety considerations when creating a functional home for retired adults
• April's top living in place themes
• Bringing fun and joy into an empty nester's home
• A perspective to keep as we go through different seasons of life

Resources mentioned in this episode:

*Blog article by April: Transforming Aging in Place to Living in Place: 10 Key Themes for Thriving

This episode is part of a 3-part series with April from Functional Living with April. Be sure to listen to them all!

• Part 1: Beyond Organized: Your First Step to Creating a Fun and Functional Home
• Part 2: Strategies for Parents: Turn Your Chaotic House into a Manageable Home
• Part 3: How to Live in Place at Home Through the Different Seasons of Life

Connect with April:

🔗 April's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Website

🔗 Facebook

🔗 YouTube

About the Motherhood Alliance

The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.

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🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

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When you have kids, the overabundance of craft supplies, drawings, stuffed animals, Lego/game pieces, nerf gun bullets, and abandoned socks can be overwhelming! Listen in as our guest April, the owner of Functional Living with April, shares fresh strategies and tips for busy parents who want to decrease the amount of time they spend picking up clutter and doing housework! 🙌

In this episode, we discuss:

• How everyone has a different clutter threshold
• Where to start if you're feeling overwhelmed with clutter
• How the "container concept" can help create boundaries
• Tips for decreasing the mental and physical burden of housework
• Taking a fun approach to housework
• Involving your kids in a decluttering "bless someone else" mindset

Resources mentioned in this episode:

*Decluttering at the Speed of Life by Dana White

This episode is part of a 3-part series with April from Functional Living with April. Be sure to listen to them all!

• Part 1: Beyond Organized: Your First Step to Creating a Fun and Functional Home
• Part 2: Strategies for Parents: Turn Your Chaotic House into a Manageable Home
• Part 3: How to Live in Place at Home Through the Different Seasons of Life

Connect with April:

🔗 April's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Website

🔗 Facebook

🔗 YouTube

About the Motherhood Alliance

The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.

🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website

🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

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Do you crave a cozy and relaxing home, but in reality, your house often feels chaotic and unmanageable? 🤯 You're in luck! Listen in as April McNamara, the owner of Functional Living with April, joins us to share a fresh perspective and expert tips on making your home less stressful, more functional, and a place you love to spend time at. 🏡

In this episode, we discuss:

• The difference between organizing and optimizing a space
• How a cluttered house affects our mental health
• The importance of bringing functionality and fun into each room of your home
• How to let go of perfectionism
• What to do with the things you hang on to because you "might need it someday"
• Upcoming Functional Home Class Series workshops

This episode is part of a 3-part series with April from Functional Living with April. Be sure to listen to them all!

• Part 1: Beyond Organized: Your First Step to Creating a Fun and Functional Home
• Part 2: Strategies for Parents: Turn Your Chaotic House into a Manageable Home
• Part 3: How to Live in Place at Home Through the Different Seasons of Life

Connect with April:

🔗 April's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Website

🔗 Facebook

🔗 YouTube

About the Motherhood Alliance

The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.

🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website

🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

No matter if you're trying to conceive, are currently expecting, have a newborn in your arms, or are embracing your soccer mom season, chiropractic care can help to support your motherhood journey in ways you might not expect. Curious how? Join us for today’s episode featuring Dr. Rachel, the owner of Flow Family Chiropractic in Kaukauna, to learn more!

In this episode, we discuss:

• The difference between the prenatal and perinatal period

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Rachel from Flow Family Chiropractic. Be sure to listen to them all!

• Part 1: Chiropractic 101: Myths, Facts, and Everything in Between

Connect with Rachel:

🔗 Rachel's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Website

🔗 Facebook

🔗 Instagram

About the Motherhood Alliance

The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.

🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website

🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

In this episode, we explore the benefits of chiropractic care for the youngest members of our families! Join Drea, Brit, and Dr. Rachel Tippins as we discuss how maintaining a healthy nervous system can contribute to a happier and healthier childhood.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How soon to get a newborn adjusted and why
• How an adjustment for a newborn and toddler differs from adult adjustments
• Common childhood challenges that chiropractic can help with (ear infections, head shape issues, colic, constipation, reflux, and more)
• Why a healthy nervous system is key for a healthy immune system (in kids and adults)
• The pros and cons of swings, bumbo seats, and other baby equipment
• How to choose a chiropractor who specializes in kids

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Rachel from Flow Family Chiropractic. Be sure to listen to them all!

• Part 1: Chiropractic 101: Myths, Facts, and Everything in Between
• Part 2: Aligning Mind and Body: The Anti-Stress Power of Chiropractic Care
• Part 3: Little Adjustments, Big Benefits: How Chiropractic Can Help Your Child Thrive
• Part 4: Optimizing Perinatal Wellness Through Chiropractic

Connect with Rachel:

🔗 Rachel's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Website

🔗 Facebook

🔗 Instagram

About the Motherhood Alliance

The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.

🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website

🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

❗According to the American Psychological Association, 76% of American adults said they have experienced health impacts due to stress in the prior month. So...how can we live less stressful lives?

Whether you're experiencing physical, mental, emotional, or a different type of stress, chiropractic is a holistic option that can truly help! In this episode with Dr. Rachel Tippins, a local Chiropractor based out of Kaukauna, we take a deep-dive into why so many people feel stressed-out and what you can do about it.  

In this episode, we discuss:

• How stress affects the nervous system
• Four different types of stress that can take a toll on your health
• Perspective regarding sports stress (mental and physical)
• How chiropractic adjustments help to decrease and detox stress from the body
• How monthly hormone fluctuations affect the nervous system
• Tips for decreasing stress in your life

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Rachel from Flow Family Chiropractic. Be sure to listen to them all!

• Part 1: Chiropractic 101: Myths, Facts, and Everything in Between
• Part 2: Aligning Mind and Body: The Anti-Stress Power of Chiropractic Care
• Part 3: Little Adjustments, Big Benefits: How Chiropractic Can Help Your Child Thrive
• Part 4: Optimizing Perinatal Wellness Through Chiropractic

Connect with Rachel:

🔗 Rachel's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Website

🔗 Facebook

🔗 Instagram

About the Motherhood Alliance

The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.

🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website

🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

Chiropractic is a field that people often have a lot of questions about! 🙋‍♀️ Tune in as Drea, Brit, and Dr. Rachel, the owner of Flow Family Chiropractic in Kaukauna, provide answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about chiropractic care and discuss how it really can be an integral part of your wellness journey.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Different types of approaches chiropractors can take
• Why seeing a chiropractor who is specialized (has a niche) is important
• How often should you see a chiropractor
• What actually happens in the body after an adjustment
• How a chiropractor can be your most empowering health advocate
• Good questions to ask when looking for a new chiropractor
• What credentials to look for when searching for a chiropractor for your kids or during pregnancy

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dr. Rachel from Flow Family Chiropractic. Be sure to listen to them all!

• Part 1: Chiropractic 101: Myths, Facts, and Everything in Between
• Part 2: Aligning Mind and Body: The Anti-Stress Power of Chiropractic Care
• Part 3: Little Adjustments, Big Benefits: How Chiropractic Can Help Your Child Thrive
• Part 4: Optimizing Perinatal Wellness Through Chiropractic

Connect with Rachel:

🔗 Rachel's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Website

🔗 Facebook

🔗 Instagram

About the Motherhood Alliance

The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.

🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website

🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

Join Drea and Brit for some interactive fun as they take on the "swallow test" with Becca Rose, a local Sleep Coach and Myofunctional Therapist! For context, we recommend listening to episodes 1-3 of this series before jumping into this grand finale episode.

In this episode, we discuss:

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Becca from Wisconsin Myo. Be sure to listen to them all!

Connect with Becca:

🔗 Becca's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Website

🔗 Facebook

🔗 Instagram

About the Motherhood Alliance

The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.

🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website

🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

If you have kids who mouth breathe, grind their teeth, have a history of ear infections, struggle with bedwetting, or have teeth that are coming in crooked, this is a must-listen-to episode! Becca, a local expert in these topics, clearly explains why these issues are so common nowadays and what you can do to help your child overcome them.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why chronic ear infections, crooked teeth, and chronic congestion are so prevalent in kids now
• How ear tubes work
• A mind-blowing cause of bedwetting
• How to be proactive with babies to help them avoid these issues
• Are thumb-sucking and pacifiers good or bad?
• How myofunctional therapy can help all of these issues
• Considerations when using a children's mouth guide

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Becca from Wisconsin Myo. Be sure to listen to them all!

• Part 1: Mouth Breathing, Teeth Grinding, and Poor Sleep Quality: How Myofunctional Therapy Can Help
• Part 2: Wake Up Refreshed: Finding Real Solutions for Sleep Issues
• Part 3: How Myofunctional Therapy Can Decrease Bedwetting, Ear Infections, and Crooked Teeth in Kids
• Part 4: Interactive Episode: Can You Pass the Swallow Test?

Resources mentioned in this episode:

*Breathe by James Nestor

Connect with Becca:

🔗 Becca's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Website

🔗 Facebook

🔗 Instagram

About the Motherhood Alliance

The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.

🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website

🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

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According to the CDC, three out of four adults have sleep disorder symptoms, and 33 million adults now use a CPAP machine. 😲 Listen in as our guest, Becca, a Sleep and Breathing Coach and Myofunctional Therapist, explains how myofunctional therapy can help to decrease or eliminate many common sleep disorders so you can sleep soundly again!

In this episode, we discuss:

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Becca from Wisconsin Myo. Be sure to listen to them all!

Connect with Becca:

🔗 Becca's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Website

🔗 Facebook

🔗 Instagram

About the Motherhood Alliance

The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.

🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website

🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)

🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)