The Connected Mom Life

It’s hard being a first time Mom. It’s hard being a second and third time mom! This episode is all about parenting. Resources, that is! We each share our Top 5 Resources that helped us navigate the baby stage, toddler times and the tougher conversations that are starting to take place as our kiddos get older. We briefly overview them and explain why each of these books are our top picks! We even reveal the one resource we would never recommend (and are still triggered by!). You won’t want to miss this episode as we share how these tools helped us through some of the tougher moments of motherhood.

SHOUTOUTS & LINKS:

• The Happiest Baby on the Block
• What to Expect when you’re expecting: The First Year
• Parenting with Love and Logic
• Raising Boys
• The Whole Brain Child
• iGen
• Parenting from the Inside Out
• Untangled
• Under Pressure
• Sticky Faith

RAVES:

• Maria: Dr. Teal’s Lavender Scented Epsom Salt
• Emily: Hempathy Collection

CONNECT:

• Emily: @thecorporatemomlife
• Maria: @confessions_of_a_corporate_mom
• The Podcast: @thecorporatemomlifepod

A corporate and career Mom with a podcast - just like us - Jenny Elliot knows the struggles of being a new Mom trying to manage returning to work post-maternity leave and the conversations we women don’t often have with each other. In our discussion with her on this week’s episode about finding her identity as a new working Mom, Jenny opens up about the realities we all face returning to work post-leave and challenges our community to engage with other working Moms and moms-to-be so that we can all be in this together since we know we’re not alone. Jenny is also the Host of CareerMom Podcast where she shares her own stories of working motherhood as well insightful guests who provide expertise and experience to a wide array of Working Mom Topics.

SHOUTOUTS & LINKS:

• Listen to the Career Mom Podcast
• Jenny Elliott Instagram @careermompodcast

RAVES:

• Maria: Gamma-Ray Computer Glasses
• Emily: The Popcast Podcast

CONNECT:

• Emily: @thecorporatemomlife
• Maria: @confessions_of_a_corporate_mom
• The Podcast: @thecorporatemomlifepod

Jordan Langdon is a Clinical Social Worker and the Communications Ambassador for Families of Character, a non-profit organization that teaches families how to build virtue within themselves and their children and parent with character. Honesty, Integrity, Respect and Responsibility shape the program and this episode as we talk with her about how to raise children who feel they’re a part of the family team while celebrating their individuality and building life-skills that will make them more productive people. This week’s episode is filled with bite-sized nuggets of incredible information on everything from the importance of a morning routine to the benefits of a family huddle. You won’t want to miss our conversation with Jordan!

SHOUTOUTS & LINKS:

• Morning Checklist

RAVES:

• Maria: In Five Years
• Emily: Apple AirPods 

CONNECT:

• Emily: @thecorporatemomlife
• Maria: @confessions_of_a_corporate_mom
• The Podcast: @thecorporatemomlifepod

Four time (and counting) career changer Nicolle Merrill excels in professional reinvention. Which is why she was the perfect person to discuss navigating your career in the midst of a pandemic and recession. With so many people being laid off or furloughed during this time, Nicolle’s insight and how-to’s on everything from using your current workplace as a chance to learn new skills to totally revamping your career trajectory, this week’s episode is filled with a ton of content and great advice for whatever stage you’re at in your current work path. Listen this week as we also explore the stigma around being laid off and how to turn it into a positive that can shape your redirection.

SHOUTOUTS & LINKS:

• Nicolle Merrill’s Book: Punch Doubt In the Face 
• Podcast: 50 Conversations
• Connect with Nicolle

RAVES:

• Maria: Family Dinners
• Emily: Ugg Slippers

CONNECT:

• Emily: @thecorporatemomlife
• Maria: @confessions_of_a_corporate_mom
• The Podcast: @thecorporatemomlifepod

Amanda Nighbert has helped clients for the past 20 years, elevate their education and understanding of why the food they eat means more than the weight loss she’s also helped them achieve. A Registered Dietician and creator of L.E.A.N., she speaks with us on the ways in which the food industry has controlled our approach to food and health for the past 40+ years and what she’s doing to change that. Join us for this episode as we discuss all things health for the busy working mom.

SHOUTOUTS & LINKS:

• Food Fix
• You Need More Magnesium

RAVES:

• Maria: The Gift of Forgiveness 
• Emily: Mindset by Carol Dweck

CONNECT:

• Emily: @thecorporatemomlife
• Maria: @confessions_of_a_corporate_mom
• The Podcast: @thecorporatemomlifepod

Whether you’re the shop-til-you-drop type or the avoid-it-like-the-pandemic type, Meagan Post of Toast to Post has got you covered. In this episode, we talk with Meagan about all things work wear. From the staple clothing pieces and shoes you need to our favorite economical and splurge worthy brands. Listen along as we explore the joys and struggles of finding those work outfits that speak joy and confidence into your life. 

SHOUTOUTS & LINKS:

• Psst Dry Shampoo

RAVES:

• Maria: Packing Cubes 
• Emily: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

CONNECT:

• Emily: @thecorporatemomlife
• Maria: @confessions_of_a_corporate_mom
• The Podcast: @thecorporatemomlifepod

Self-care is such a broad and loosely defined term these days so we wanted to explore what it means to us. In this episode we describe what self-care looked like pre-kids and how that has impacted our reframing of what it means to us now that we’re moms with careers. We also provide our strategies, activities, and tips for finding meaning in the ever present self-care revolution.

SHOUTOUTS & LINKS:

• The Fifth Trimester: Lauren Smith Brody
• Jackie Viramontez

RAVES:

• Maria: Mental Health Days
• Emily: Voxer

CONNECT:

• Emily: @thecorporatemomlife
• Maria: @confessions_of_a_corporate_mom
• The Podcast: @thecorporatemomlifepod

Think it’s impossible to be an executive and a mom? Think again. Amanda Brinkman, Chief Brand Officer of Deluxe Corporation is shifting the narrative on what it means to be ambitious both at work and at home. Listen to the week’s episode and find out what she finds to be the ultimate time prioritizer, how she still manages to volunteer at her kiddo’s school, and what she’s gotten wrong and right about her approach to her career and parenting over the years.

RAVES:

• Maria: Carrie Underwood CALIA Workout Gear
• Emily: Thistle Farms Essential Oil Bracelet

CONNECT:

• Emily: @thecorporatemomlife
• Maria: @confessions_of_a_corporate_mom
• The Podcast: @thecorporatemomlifepod

With all of the recent changes in our daily lives due to COVID-19 or, the coronavirus, how are you coping with your new normal? In this episode, we discuss our thoughts and feelings on the pandemic our country and world are facing right now as well as how to stay sane, fit and healthy...and as emotionally and mentally present for our kids, husbands and that thing called...work. Listen as we share our tips and tricks for navigating these unprecedented and uncertain times which call for a different approach to the corporate mom life.

LINKS

• Managing Career and Care Work During Disruptions
• Raising Little Royalty Blog

RAVES

• Emily: Love is Blind
• Maria: The Outlander

EMILY’S NEWS DIET

• Andy Slavitt Twitter
• Pantsuit Politics
• Jessica Yellin
• The Daily Podcast

CONNECT:

Emily: @thecorporatemomlife

Maria: @confessions_of_a_corporate_mom

The Podcast: @thecorporatemomlifepod

This episode takes you on a trip to explore the world of work travel. As Moms who both travel for work, we discuss the pros and cons of traveling for our careers, and share tips and tricks on managing work travel with kids at home and traveling while nursing/breastfeeding. And, we talk about the perks of being able to spend time seeing friends and catching up on all of our beloved shows, too. Listen as we talk about all things work-travel related and share our experiences being Mom’s on-the-go.