The Intentional Childhood

Ep 26: Be-ing a Mom

Join Amye as she talks about her extended holiday break and plans for the future of the podcast.

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Ep 25: Favorite Christmas Traditions and Books

Join Amye and past podcast's guests as they share their favorite traditions and Christmas books on this special holiday episode.

Amye's Christmas Books

The Year of the Perfect Christmas Tree
Christmas Day in the Morning
Apple Tree Christmas
The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey
Silver Packages: An Appalachian Christmas Story


Other Christmas Books: https://theintentionalchildhood.com/product-category/childrens-books/christmas/
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Ep 22: A Conversation on Rhythms, Personal Growth and Becoming a Grandmother With Cheryl

Join Amye as she interviews one of her mentors, Cheryl. Cheryl shares what she learned along the way as she raised her four now grown kids. They discuss what she would repeat and what she would change if she were to do it all again. 

Ep 21: A Conversation on Nature and Motherhood with Gna

In this episode, Amye sits down with Gna, a fellow nature enthusiast to discuss motherhood. Gna is the mom of three littles, lives in the suburbs, and makes time in nature a priority every week. Gna shares how nature became a part of her story and why she thinks it matters in childhood.

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Ep 20: How to Make Nature a Priority in Childhood

Are you unsure how to get outside when you have littles? Are you wanting to make it part of your rhythm but not sure where to start? Join Amye as she gives some practical ways to prioritize getting outside with your kids.

Books mentioned in today's podcast:
Roxaboxen
How to Raise a Wild Child

Amye's favorite books for autumn: https://theintentionalchildhood.com/autumn-read-alouds/

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Ep 19: Why Nature Matters in Childhood

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Sources:

Books Mentioned:
Last Child in the Woods
Balanced and Barefoot
The Secret Garden

Articles:
https://www.nationalparkstraveler.org/review/2006/last-child-woods

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/the-real-reason-why-kids-fidget_b_5586265

https://blog.nwf.org/2018/09/how-spending-time-outdoors-can-boost-student-academic-potential/#:~:text=In%202016%2C%20a%20study%20published,are%20generally%20healthier%20and%20happier.

https://www.stack.com/a/the-shocking-phenomenon-that-shows-just-how-movement-starved-modern-kids-really-are

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/parenting/wp/2018/05/30/kids-dont-spend-nearly-enough-time-outside-heres-how-and-why-to-change-that/

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2017/07/16/537075018/dirt-is-good-why-kids-need-exposure-to-germs

https://letgrow.org/benefits-of-soil-microbes

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/some-assembly-required/201608/the-therapeutic-value-nature

https://www.additudemag.com/slideshows/healing-power-nature-therapy-adhd/

Ep 18: A Conversation on Apologizing and Growth in Motherhood with Abby

Join Amye as she talks with Abby about her motherhood journey, as a mom of three and yoga instructor. Abby shares about what she has learned when it comes to apologizing and the many ways she has experienced personal growth since becoming a mother. She discusses how she has learned to say "I am sorry" as an adult and the ways she encourages it in her family. She also shares how she establishes a parenting win. This is a great conversation you won't want to miss!

Abby Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbyhousefield/

Ep. 17: Pursuing Dreams and a Career in Motherhood with Amanda

Amanda is an optometrist and mother of two. Join Amye and Amanda as they discuss what motherhood has been like for Amanda as she has simultaneously grown her optometry practice and her family. Amanda discusses how she's involved her kids in her practice, how the Enneagram has helped her grow and what she looks for when choosing childcare for her kids. 

Ep 16: Listener Q and A

Today I am answering the questions you have sent in on reading aloud, habits and more.

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