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It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today Andrea Hope is sharing her poem "Don't Cry."

Make sure to get Andrea's book of poems, To Mother, on paperback or digital for Kindle. You can visit Andrea's website to learn more about her at www.andreahope.org or follow her on Instagram @andreahopethepoet 

To find the show notes go to realhappymom.com/andrea

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There are many things that influence or financial situation. But there are ways to take control. Even in the midst of a pandemic.

Check out this podcast episode to get your questions answered about finances whether you have been furloughed or you are working from home and still receiving your salary.

Plus my guest, Nikki Rue, shares simple tips to getting started with saving for a vacation so that you have make memories without breaking the bank.

Links mentioned in this episode

• She Saves She Travels
• Episode 17 with Kendall - Simple Tips for Paying Off Debt Quickly
• She Saves She Travels on Facebook
• She Saves She Travels on Instagram
• She Saves She Travels on Pinterest
• Coaching with Nikki

Timestamp
04:05 - Pay debt or save?
05:43 - How much to have in savings
07:10 - Budgeting if you have a commission-based job
09:23 - Should you invest now?
10:53 - Nikki's's thoughts on purchasing a car now
12:56 - If you are in the right place financially
14:29 - Saving for a vacation

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This week's mom win comes from Dr. ArNelle Wright @thedailydentist

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It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today Andrea Hope is sharing her poem "When Your Daughter Tells You She Wants To Be An Astronaut."

Make sure to get Andrea's book of poems, To Mother, on paperback or digital for Kindle. You can visit Andrea's website to learn more about her at www.andreahope.org or follow her on Instagram @andreahopethepoet 

To find the show notes go to realhappymom.com/andrea

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Now, more than ever, you have to take care of yourself. To continue showing up as an awesome mom, you have to make sure that you are practicing self-care. Check out the episode to learn about why self-care is such valuable and practical ways to implement self-care, even if you're in quarantine.

Links mentioned in this episode

• Allison’s blog - I Swear I Love My Kids
• Facebook Group - I Swear I Love My Kids
• Mental Health Checklist
• Morning Routine Course - Your Power Hour The Best Morning Routine For Working Moms
• Just Dance by Lady Gaga
• Save Yourself Guide
• I Need to Keep My Kids Busy - 40 Unique Activities
• Allison on Instagram

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• This is Why You Shouldn't be Comparing Yourself to Other Moms
• Say Goodbye to Working Mom Guilt
• 23 Genuine Moms Advice on Dealing With Mom Guilt

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It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm talking about finding the positive.

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As a busy working mom, it is easy to get burned out if you are not making time for self-care. Aromatherapy has many benefits and easy to implement in your self-care routine. Check out this post to learn how to get started with essential oils for aromatherapy.
Get the full show notes at realhappymom.com/77

Links mentioned in this episode

• How to make an aroma inhaler
• Aromatherapy Nasal Inhaler Tubes for Essential Oils
• Motherly Journey

Timestamp
02:18 - About Krystina
04:24 - What are aromatherapy and its benefits
06:34 - Getting started with aromatherapy
10:51 - Essential oils for headaches
13:02 - Quality matters
18:47 - What to look for when purchasing essential oils
25:54 - Incorporating aromatherapy into routines.

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Have you subscribed to the Real Happy Mom podcast? If not, I'm encouraging you to do it today.

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I would be so happy and grateful if you left me a review on iTunes too. Reviews help iTunes to know that this is a podcast for other moms so that other moms can find this podcast. Plus, it makes my day to read the reviews.

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• 50 Awesome Self Care Ideas for Moms
• A Simple Nightly Self Care Routine

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This week's mom win comes from Annah B @proudmum263

If you want to share your mommy win and be featured on the podcast, go to Instagram and follow me @realhappymom. Then go to the DMs and say, hey. Press and hold the microphone button on the lower right-hand side of the screen, then tell me your name, IG handle, tell us what you do and how you are winning. Anything big or small is welcome, we want to celebrate with you.

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It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I've got a moving mediation to help you keep a positive mindset about motherhood. If you want to read these affirmations that were used in this guided meditation go to https://www.realhappymom.com/affirmations-for-moms/

If you want to check out Chalene Johnson's guided mediation that I mentioned, go here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/podcasts/moving-meditation-positive-affirmations/

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If you are wondering how to talk about the coronavirus with your kids, this episode is for you. Get expert advise on how to big kids and little kids about COVID-19. In addition, get tips from the expert on what to look for when finding a pediatrician during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Links mentioned in this episode

• American Academy of Pediatrics - Screen time recommendation
• Healthy Children
• World Health Organization
• Houston Emergency 
• Family First Pediatrics
• Facebook Page - Jennifer Variste MD
• Instagram @jvpediatrics
• Facebook group - Neighborly Moms with an Expert Best Friend

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This week's mom win comes from Hannah @whydidntanyonetellme

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It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm going to give you 9 activities to do when the kids are bored. I've got 9 more that I didn't share in the free Boredom Buster guide at realhappymom.com/bored

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Check out this interview with a parenting expert, Rachel Bailey, who will show you how you can manage during these uncertain times and parent even when you're exhausted.

Links mentioned in this episode

• Brene Brown - Permission slips
• Your Parenting Long Game Podcast
• Rachel-Bailey.com
• Rachel on Facebook 
• Rachel on Instagram 

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Have you subscribed to the Real Happy Mom podcast? If not, I'm encouraging you to do it today.

I don't want you to miss any upcoming episodes. I am planning on adding some bonus episodes that you won't find on this website, and if you're not subscribed, you might miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!

I would be so happy and grateful if you left me a review on iTunes too. Reviews help iTunes to know that this is a podcast for other moms so that other moms can find this podcast. Plus, it makes my day to read the reviews.

Just click here to review, select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thanks in advance!

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• This is How to Enjoy Your Child More By Doing Less
• 5 Emotional Needs of a Child and How to Cope with Big Emotions

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This week's mom win comes from Huda @hudasglow (was @blushesandbutterflies at the time of the recording)

If you want to share your mommy win and be featured on the podcast, go to Instagram and follow me @realhappymom. Then go to the DMs and say, hey. Press and hold the microphone button on the lower right-hand side of the screen, then tell me your name, IG handle, tell us what you do and how you are winning. Anything big or small is welcome, we want to celebrate with you.

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