In this episode of the Real Happy Mom Podcast, I’m talking to Kimberly Walton from Cherished Wives about the 4 cups for self care. Kimberly is one of my favorite people to learn from about self-care because of her one of a kind perspective. One of my first posts about self-care was inspired by her Power Hour Approach to self-care. Kimberly has a unique view on self-care that will change your approach so that you can ultimately be a better mom and wife. Are you ready? Let's get … [Read more...] about 4 Cups for Self Care to Make You a Better Mom and Wife
How to Forgive Yourself and Others
Have you ever found it difficult to truly learn how to forgive yourself or others? You are not alone. Forgiveness is something that many people say that they practice, but not everyone has truly forgiven. Whether it was something hurtful done a long time ago or an action you took that you regret, forgiveness will allow you to let go of the emotional baggage that will prevent you from being the best mom and woman you can be. My guest shares her story about forgiveness and steps you can … [Read more...] about How to Forgive Yourself and Others
This is Why You Shouldn’t be Comparing Yourself to Other Moms
Comparing yourself to other moms is a sure way to reduce your confidence, motivation, and self-esteem. It's a sure way to make you feel like you are not enough, frustrated or have false confidence. It must be natural to make these types of comparisons because everyone does it. However, this doesn't mean that it is a good thing. If you want to become the best possible you, you have to avoid comparing yourself to other moms. The dangers of comparing yourself to other moms There … [Read more...] about This is Why You Shouldn’t be Comparing Yourself to Other Moms
This is How to Prepare for the Week on Sunday
There's nothing worse than starting the week in panic mode. Or relaxing too much on the weekends and starting the week feeling behind and overwhelmed. What if there was a way to eliminate that? Good news! I have 11 easy steps to take on to prep on Sunday for the week so that you are productive and not overwhelmed. This post contains affiliate links. This means that I may receive a commission at no cost to you if you make a purchase. Pin this for later! Prepare for the week with … [Read more...] about This is How to Prepare for the Week on Sunday
The Truth About Gentle Parenting You Need to Know
Parenting can be tough. But with gentle parenting, you will find that you and your child are calmer than ever. Forget the yelling and fussing. Gentle parenting requires a different approach that is effective and less stressful. So what is gentle parenting? And how do you start implementing gentle parenting? My guest Amber from Look What Love Made answers these questions and so much more. Check out the post below or listen to the podcast audio on the player above. About Amber Amber is a … [Read more...] about The Truth About Gentle Parenting You Need to Know
How to Get Back to the Lady Before She Was a Mom
Have you felt that you don't even know who you are anymore since becoming a mom? You are not alone. Many moms have experienced the feeling of losing their identity. If you have struggled with answering what's your favorite food or what do you like to do for fun, it's a possibility that you have lost your identity. On this episode, I am talking to Chari about her story of losing her identity. You can listen to this episode using the player above. About Chari Chari is a wife and a … [Read more...] about How to Get Back to the Lady Before She Was a Mom
This is Why Self-Care is a Necessity
On this episode of the podcast, I am talking to Naomi Gottlieb-Miller from Conscious Healthy Mama all about self-care. I am sure that you have heard about self-care and probably practice self-care. But Naomi explains that self-care is a necessity and deeper than mani-pedis. If mani-pedis make you feel great, keep doing that. But if you are constantly getting sick and having issues with your health maybe you need more than a mani-pedi to make you feel great. Naomi has an honest … [Read more...] about This is Why Self-Care is a Necessity
How Pregnancy Loss Lead to a Discover of Adenomyosis
Adenomyosis and pregnancy loss are two very painful things to experience. My guest has come to share her victory and pain with pregnancy loss and a recent diagnosis of adenomyosis. On this episode of the Real Happy Mom Podcast Que is back to talk about how to support someone that has experienced pregnancy loss and more about her story. About Quenita Quenita or as many know her as Que is a mom to a now 2-year-old. She has been married to her husband for 5 years. Recently, Que made … [Read more...] about How Pregnancy Loss Lead to a Discover of Adenomyosis
How to Provide Comfort When Going Through Tough Times
When life hands you a tough situation, you may need to lean on other people for comfort. But what if you're the person that needs to provide the shoulder? It can be a difficult job since you need to be the one that stays strong for the other person. How you provide comfort will vary depending on who you're comforting and what they've gone through. How to comfort someone through tough times However, there are universal tips to keep in mind when you're consoling someone. Here are … [Read more...] about How to Provide Comfort When Going Through Tough Times
How to Live in the Moment to Help You Get Past Grief
When you're living in the moment, your focus is on that moment only. The past and the future can't touch you. It can be a difficult task to put your feelings about the past or future aside. It's like when someone says, "Don't think of a pink elephant!" Did you think of one, just now? Well, your grief is sometimes that pink elephant and it seems like there's nowhere to turn. In this situation, you can look for help from the present moment thinking. Remaining in the present takes … [Read more...] about How to Live in the Moment to Help You Get Past Grief