On today’s episode, Lauren and Kelsey talk about the importance of outside play. They share the strategies that have helped their families spend more time outdoors and, in turn, naturally reduce screen time.

They discuss the AAP’s updated recommendations and how their approach to technology has evolved through different stages of parenting. Join along if you’re looking for more ways to get your kids outside and find a balance that works for your family.

Helpful links from the episode:

Swing

https://a.co/d/04z3EzzR

Low stimulation tv shows for kids

https://www.instagram.com/p/DNTSaXnNG_7/?stkn=MmE2ODQ5cnRiZHgx

1000 Hours Outside Book

https://a.co/d/0ajnm0U2

AAP Screen Guidelines

https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/media-and-children/center-of-excellence-on-social-media-and-youth-mental-health/qa-portal/qa-portal-library/qa-portal-library-questions/screen-time-guidelines/?srsltid=AU7gw4W88zDyJP_Wh829ECRQGWdJMpHi_9zXG5xleYFy5DnOCRapw1XS

On today’s episode, Lauren and Kelsey get real about sleep. They talk about the early advice they were given, what actually worked for their kids (and what didn’t), and how their approach to sleep has evolved along the way. They share some of the strategies they’ve learned, the things they wish they’d known sooner, and the reminder that sometimes supporting sleep means finding what works for your child and your family.

Show notes and links from today's episode:

Safe sleep 7

https://llli.org/news/the-safe-sleep-seven/

Red light bulbs

https://a.co/d/0gMBwG3W

529 HZ Sleep

Soundshttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=iaKO3uyn8iQ

Earthley’s Magnesium Creamhttps://www.earthley.com/products/magnesium-lotion

Co sleeper positions

https://www.skool.com/cosleeping/about?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio

The Nuture Revolution

https://a.co/d/0et3gpRl

Greer Kirshenbaum, PHD, Neuroscientist, Infant Nuture Specialist

https://www.instagram.com/drgreerkirshenbaum?stkn=MTBqdTMwM2F0Ym10ZQ==

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This week on Raised The Motherhood Podcast, Lauren and Kelsey welcome Kaitlyn Foster, owner of Queen City Doulas, for a conversation that covers it all - motherhood, pregnancy, and how to truly support new moms in the postpartum season. Kaitlyn also talks about building a successful business as a mom.

If you're expecting, newly postpartum, or hoping to support a new mom, this episode is for you!

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https://queencitydoulas.com/

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Lauren and Kelsey share their personal and professional experiences with constipation, from navigating it themselves to helping their children. They dive into the root causes of constipation in both kids and adults, what they’ve learned along the way, and the many things they’ve tried in search of lasting relief.

Helpful links:

https://sheilakilbane.com

https://www.quicksilverscientific.com

https://zenbasil.com

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There's no single way to "do" motherhood. In this episode, Lauren and Kelsey talk through the working mom life, the SAHM life, the part-time life and everything in between. They also talk about how each version comes with its own kind of hard, and its own kind of beautiful. 🎙️ New episode live now.

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Today on the Raised podcast, Lauren and Kelsey sit down to talk all about tongue ties. Kelsey is a pediatric OT who has helped 100s of families navigate the confusing world of tongue ties.
Kelsey shares her holistic approach to tongue ties, how to be an advocate for your baby with a tongue tie, what questions to ask, who to look to for support and much more. She also dives into what body work is and why it's beneficial for every baby.
If you've been told your baby/toddler/child has a tongue tie, you're a provider interested in expanding your knowledge, or you're just interested in learning more about tongue ties, you'll definitely want to listen to this one!

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Cooking real food is undeniably the healthier choice for your family. After all, that was simply the normal way of life for our grandparents and great-grandparents. However, modern conveniences, rising grocery costs, and increasingly busy schedules have made that feel nearly impossible today. In this episode, Lauren and Kelsey start the conversation around getting back to basics in the kitchen, recipes you can try this week, quick tips for helping your kids eat healthier and how to even get started.

Welcome to Raised The Motherhood Podcast! In the very first episode, Lauren and Kelsey sit down to introduce themselves, who they are, their backgrounds, and the story behind why they started this podcast in the first place. They dig into what it really means to navigate motherhood in a world that feels increasingly unhealthy, and why they felt called to create a space for these conversations.

Kelsey is a mom of three girls and is also a pediatric occupational therapist with more than a decade of experience working alongside families. Lauren spent a decade in journalism and public relations before leaving her career for full-time motherhood. She is a mom of two.

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