The Rock Your Cradle Podcast

👩‍👧‍👦 Brittney, a mom in a blended family to 4 kiddos (step, biological, and adopted), opens up about her journey as a devoted member of her church and a woman striving to be a little better each day. We're diving deep into the beauty and challenges of blended family life, and Brittney shares her wisdom on how to navigate those tricky moments with grace and resilience.

🌈 On her website, Brittney says, "I get the honor of helping women just like you who want to feel better in their blended family. Women who want to resolve their blended family frustrations and feel at ease with family relationships but they aren’t sure how to or are unclear about the steps to take to make it happen." 🤝✨

In this episode, we explore:

🔍 Unpacking the nuances of blended family dynamics.

🌟 Brittney's personal journey and the lessons she's learned.

💪 Practical steps to enhance your blended family experience.

🤗 Building connections and finding ease in family relationships.

Whether you're part of a blended family or simply seeking valuable insights into navigating family dynamics, this episode is for you. Brittney's authenticity and genuine approach to helping others are truly heartwarming.

🔗 Check out Brittney's website https://www.blendingbravely.com, and be sure to tune in to the podcast for an enriching conversation that will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted. 🎧✨

Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share the love! 🚀 Thank you for being part of our community. 💙 #Podcast #BlendedFamily #Inspiration #BrittneyPhillips #familylove

🎯 Brittney’s Links:

https://www.blendingbravely.com/

https://www.instagram.com/itsmebrittneyp/

https://www.facebook.com/brittneyq

🎯 Rock Your Cradle’s Links

IG: https://www.instagram.com/rock.your.cradle/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/rockyourcradle/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/RockYourCradle/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockyourcradle

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-your-cradle-podcast/id1727319419

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4oJzvZ0dia1p7TA6YBTmI2?si=SupNAmyQRhqakrqbKh_rMg&fbclid=IwAR2jEjrFXaizQbee2xR_IHV-CWg9KHarTQDNdOcMNTqR3urwTXzb6exuQy4&nd=1&dlsi=697c123a899247bca

Michelle Steiner is an expert in disabilities, having grown up with them herself. She's overcome learning disabilities to create a happy life dedicated to helping children who have learning disabilities. She now educates parents and professionals in how they can also support their children.

🎒 Learn how to support your child in their educational journey.

🎒 Find out how to work with the professionals in the school system.

🎒 Get a window into the success and happiness your child can have.

🎯 Melissa’s Links:

https://www.michellesmission.net/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100013356902200 https://www.instagram.com/steiner7250/

https://www.michellesmission.net/press

🎯 Rock Your Cradle’s Links

IG: https://www.instagram.com/rock.your.cradle/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/rockyourcradle/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/RockYourCradle/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockyourcradle

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-your-cradle-podcast/id1727319419

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4oJzvZ0dia1p7TA6YBTmI2?si=SupNAmyQRhqakrqbKh_rMg&fbclid=IwAR2jEjrFXaizQbee2xR_IHV-CWg9KHarTQDNdOcMNTqR3urwTXzb6exuQy4&nd=1&dlsi=697c123a899247bca

Most people believe that motherhood is about how much you accomplish in a day but the happiest mothers are clear on what matters most and create systems to ensure the important things happen.

Melisa Lowe, time management coach for busy mothers, floods us with practical tips and mindset support to find out what works for you and your life.

🚀 Learn how to organize your schedule to give yourself time.

🚀 Find the happiness and fulfillment you’ve been missing.

🚀 Be proud with the progress you’re making.

“I just want the courage to wake up everyday, be myself, do something that excites me, spend time with the people I love, eat amazing food, mind my own business and get at least 8 hours of sleep.”

🎯 Melissa’s Links:

https://melissaklowe.com/

https://www.facebook.com/mellow0402

https://www.instagram.com/thewellthymamaco

https://youtube.com/@thewellthymama

🎯 Rock Your Cradle’s Links

IG: https://www.instagram.com/rock.your.cradle/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/rockyourcradle/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/RockYourCradle/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockyourcradle

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-your-cradle-podcast/id1727319419

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4oJzvZ0dia1p7TA6YBTmI2?si=SupNAmyQRhqakrqbKh_rMg&fbclid=IwAR2jEjrFXaizQbee2xR_IHV-CWg9KHarTQDNdOcMNTqR3urwTXzb6exuQy4&nd=1&dlsi=697c123a899247bca

Have you heard the phrase “Hurt people hurt people?” Denise Bard’s story proves that isn’t always true.

Denise grew up being abused in every way by the very person who should have protected her - her mother. Denise’s raw but beautiful story is one of survival, healing, and love. Over time, Denise

💪 Survived and escaped chronic abuse at home

💪 Became an incredible, driven, loving mother

💪 Wrote a book to teach women about the difference that little actions can make

Denise has now become a motivational speaker and survivor advocate who inspires women everywhere she speaks. If you or a loved one are struggling through abuse, or you suspect that a child you know is being abused, please listen to Denise’s story as she shares what would have saved her if only someone had asked.

🎯 Denise’s Links:

https://www.youtube.com/@DeniseBard

https://www.tiktok.com/@denisebard

https://www.instagram.com/30.second.moment/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551992619191

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Denise-Bard/author/B0CV15NPWB?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

🎯 Rock Your Cradle’s Links

IG: https://www.instagram.com/rock.your.cradle/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/rockyourcradle/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/RockYourCradle/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockyourcradle

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-your-cradle-podcast/id1727319419

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4oJzvZ0dia1p7TA6YBTmI2?si=SupNAmyQRhqakrqbKh_rMg&fbclid=IwAR2jEjrFXaizQbee2xR_IHV-CWg9KHarTQDNdOcMNTqR3urwTXzb6exuQy4&nd=1&dlsi=697c123a899247bca

You can be a mom and have a career. 

Career coach Jamie Terran, who has been featured in the New York Times, Huffpost, and the Muse, teaches women how to find fulfillment with home and work life. Jamie teaches women how to

💡 Take a pause and allow yourself a period of figuring it out

💡 Decide how you want to use your time with work and family

💡 Be mission-driven and fulfilled

Jamie started life thinking she would be a pediatric surgeon, but while attending Brown University, she realized her passions laid elsewhere. Now she helps women find their own paths, sharing her knowledge and experience of balancing motherhood and career.

🎯 Jamie’s Links:

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-tell-me-about-yourself/id1709644810

Website: https://www.jamieterran.com/

Socials: @careercoachjamie

🎯 Rock Your Cradle’s Links

IG: https://www.instagram.com/rock.your.cradle/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/rockyourcradle/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/RockYourCradle/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockyourcradle

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-your-cradle-podcast/id1727319419

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4oJzvZ0dia1p7TA6YBTmI2?si=SupNAmyQRhqakrqbKh_rMg&fbclid=IwAR2jEjrFXaizQbee2xR_IHV-CWg9KHarTQDNdOcMNTqR3urwTXzb6exuQy4&nd=1&dlsi=697c123a899247bca

Cindy met and married her husband within seven months, and 26 years later they're still going strong.

Vaginal birth after cesarean IS possible.

Hannah Gill was a first time mom. Her birth didn’t progress as she expected and she ended up with an unplanned cesarean.

🌡️  She ended up with birth trauma.

🌡️  She had postpartum depression.

🌡️  She wanted to heal.

Hannah dove into therapy and let her emotional wounds heal. She later had her vaginal birth and became a VBAC doula who is insistent on supporting her clients in their own healing and birthing journeys.

👉 Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

🎯 Hannah’s Links:

www.ebbandflowbirthco.com

https://www.instagram.com/ebbandflowbirthco

https://informedpregnancy.com/single-post/birth-of-a-doula-pt-1-of-2-hannah-gill/

https://informedpregnancy.com/single-post/birth-of-a-doula-pt-2-of-2-hannah-gill/

https://dailyjournal.net/2023/07/14/franklin-womans-childbirth-experience-inspires-doula-career/

🎯 Rock Your Cradle’s Links

IG: https://www.instagram.com/rock.your.cradle/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/rockyourcradle/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/RockYourCradle/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockyourcradle

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-your-cradle-podcast/id1727319419

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4oJzvZ0dia1p7TA6YBTmI2?si=SupNAmyQRhqakrqbKh_rMg&fbclid=IwAR2jEjrFXaizQbee2xR_IHV-CWg9KHarTQDNdOcMNTqR3urwTXzb6exuQy4&nd=1&dlsi=697c123a899247bc

How on earth do you save for the future while paying off a mortgage? Is there a way to get the most bang for your buck?

Tayon Mitchell, creator of From Mortgage to Millions 💵, is an incredible financial strategist who helps families who are looking to pay off debt AND build wealth -

and he's figured out how to use the same dollar to do both things simultaneously.

If you're dealing with

• family budget strain
• unsure financial future
• not knowing how to build wealth
• mortgage stress

then listen to Tayon explain the powerful strategies he shares on leveraging life insurance to become your own bank, unlocking a path to financial independence. 🚀 📈

#FinancialFreedom #WealthBuilding #LifeInsuranceInvesting 🌐

www.mortgagetomillions.net

Are you happy with the education your child is receiving? If you're concerned with

• the curriculum your child is learning
• the quality of academic help your child gets
• developing your child's critical thinking skills

then you need to listen to Kristina Heagh-Avritt, a seasoned educator who transformed her passion for teaching into a mission for positive change. 🍎✨

After 27 years in public elementary education, Kristina left public education to found Vibrant Family Education. She's on a mission to address the educational gaps that became evident to her—ensuring every child receives personalized support and empowering parents to be active partners in their child's learning journey. 💖

Join us as Kristina shares insights, stories, and the uplifting mission behind Vibrant Family Education. Whether you're navigating the school system or seeking a more personalized approach, her interview gives you actionable steps to improving your child's school experience. 📚👩‍👧‍👦

#EducationRevolution #FamilyEmpowerment #VibrantEducation 🌟

vibrantfamilyeducation.com

facebook.com/kristina.heaghavritt

bringingeducationhome.com

If your family

• loves sports 🏀⚽
• spends a lot of time on sports
• spends a lot of money on sports
• is feeling overwhelmed by the juggle!

then you need to hear Jenny Cheifetz, a dedicated life coach specializing in supporting families with sports kids.

Jenny takes families from overwhelm to fun. After listening to her for an hour, you'll start to get ideas on how to:

1. maintain family connections during all the hustle
2. manage the financial 💰 demands of travel and fees
3. cultivate a fulfilling life amidst the demands of sports and school 📝

Jenny shares practical tips, personal experiences, and expert advice to help you thrive as a family unit while supporting your athlete. ⚽🏀 🏈 ⚾ 🎾

"Jenny holds such cool space. I know that whatever comes up for me in a session she sees me and has the capacity to hold it with me, the good, the bad, and the ugly, she is there for it all." - Crystal

Find out more from Jenny at

https://jentlecoaching.com/

https://www.facebook.com/jentlecoaching/

https://www.instagram.com/jentlecoaching

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sideline-sisters/id1709566379

#SportsFamily #LifeCoaching #FamilyHarmony