As we jump into season 3 of The Mama Retreat, you'll notice a couple of changes!

The Mama Retreat continues to evolve and change with needs that we see around us-- and one of those needs has been dispelling myths and speaking truth about the reality of pornography addiction.

Brittany and her husband Colton talk about their very real, and very scary experiences with addiction recovery and betrayal trauma.

The goal of this episode is to bring knowledge, hope, and peace when it comes to these real-world topics.

Porn is a controversial and difficult topic to discuss.

However, research has shown that children are usually exposed to pornography around age 8. How can you prepare your children for potential exposures, and how can you foster healthy discussions around pornography & sexual exploitation?

Join me as I chat with Kristen A. Jenson, author of the books Good Pictures, Bad Pictures and Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, Jr. and creator of the program "Defend Young Minds".

The following are some of the resources discussed, as well as links to the books.

Website/Books: www.defendyoungminds.com/books

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DefendYM/

Instagram: @defendyoungminds

Twitter: @defendYM

Thank you for listening to episode TWENTY-FIVE of The Mama Retreat podcast.

As we close out May (Mental Health Awareness Month), we wanted to share with you a story of how black mold in Brittany's brand new house relates to mental health in your motherhood journey (or anyone's journey, really!)

Here are the resources mentioned toward the end of the podcast:

postpartum.net

theemilyeffect.org

Laura Cragun's Podcast (disordered eating, her time in a mental health hospital)

3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms (soooo many episodes on mental health)

Aubrey Grossen & ANYA Project

***If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, ideation, or plans, please call or text 988 for immediate assistance.

On our last retreat, we were taught about the Japanese art of Kintsugi. We learned so much!

The primary lesson that we learned is that there is beauty and value in the brokenness.

You are worthy, beautiful, and just the way you were meant to be. There is not only beauty in the brokenness--but strength.

Have you ever done Kintsugi? What lessons have you learned? Share with us on Instagram!

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Today's episode is a little *discussion* on soul contracts. What is the idea behind a soul contract, and how could believing you have a soul contract with someone help you in your motherhood journey?

Also, we may or may not have had the sillies during this episode. (You get the real us this time... hahaha)

We'd love to hear your discussion about soul contracts! Go find this episode on Instagram and tell us what you think! Do you feel like you could have a soul contract with someone? If so, who?

Love, Kaity & Brittany

PS. We have thoroughly enjoyed our partnership with 108 Meditate these last few episodes. Just a reminder to use our code RETREAT at https://www.108-meditate.com to get 10% off whatever box or subscription you choose! We hope you enjoy your meditation box like we have!

Thanks again for listening, and see you next episode!

Welcome BACK to Season 2 of The Mama Retreat. We are so thankful for you--for listening and participating in these small retreats. We know how much you crave a little break from the daily tasks of life, and we are thankful to be able to offer you a second season of episodes! During this episode, we'll explain how we got the ideas for Season 2, and talk a little bit about "intuition"--what it is, and how it can benefit you as a mother!.

We LOVE meditation, but sometimes as a mom, it can be really difficult to know where to start, or even how to meditate.

108 Meditate is a company that offers monthly boxes full of tools such as oils, snacks, crystals, journal prompts, video and audio tutorials set with a specific intention to help YOU have a healing, meditative experience as a mother.

Use our code RETREAT for 10% off your box(es)!

Thank you to Annie Hutchings of 108 Meditate for sponsoring our podcast this month! If you'd like to sponsor one of our podcasts, send us a message on Instagram.

Seasonal depression-- it seems to rear its ugly head every winter, especially with multiple overcast days in a row.

But we believe that our Creator gave us this Earth for our benefit-- long nights and all! 

You can listen to this short, guided meditation at anytime. You'll learn the science behind seasonal depression, and how this winter season can benefit YOU. 

Hang in there sister, you've got this!

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Hey mamas! We've been MIA but we're back babyyy! 

This episode we chat about the difficulties of communicating with a significant other. It's HARD to be vulnerable, but its ALSO hard to not feel heard and to feel resentful. 

Just a reminder that we are just two BFFs chatting from life experience, and we are not professionals in any fields other than changing diapers and concocting dirty sodas. Hang in there sister! 

The audio book Kaity couldn't remember the name of is For All Eternity by Dr John Lund.

**OUR AMAZING NEW SPONSOR** 

108 meditate is are a subscription box company that offers curated spiritual and wellness practices delivered to your door monthly. Each box contains a fun mix of products including things like: oils, aromatherapy, crystals, natural self care, mindfulness tools, sacred space decor, cards, nourishing snacks and more. They are different from other subscription boxes in that they are not just offering products but a full on practice. Each box has 3 or more guided meditations, practices and/or rituals that are easily accessed with QR codes that come in the reading material included in your box. 

Get your box 10% off by using our code RETREAT 

https://www.108-meditate.com/subscription-box

Hang in there sister! You've got this! 

Have you been up in the middle of the night bargaining with God? "If my baby falls asleep right now I'll do anything you want!"... US TOO! 

This episode is near and dear to us! We finally interviewed the one and only Marietta Paxson who started the sleeping consulting company called Little Dreamers. Both of us have used Marietta's tips, and we can attest that we sleep better for it! 

We discuss what sleep training is and she of the misconceptions behind it. Not only will you learn more about sleeping this episode, but we also dive into how we an get rid of some of the fear that comes with motherhood. 

You can find Marietta and her team on instagram @littledreamers.us or on line at www.littlerdreamers.us. 

Are you ready to get some sleep? We hope you get those much needed zzzs. 

Hang in there mama, you've got this!