As a parent, experiencing the worst possible thing can provide valuable perspective. Despite the devastation of losing her daughter, our guest on this episode learned how to prioritize herself and reinvent her life to achieve sustainability, richness, serenity, and happiness. She shares her story and ways to practice true self-care so that you can live a life of impact despite the tragedy. LISTEN: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | STITCHER Episode Summary with Timestamps (1:08) … [Read more...] about The Busy Mom’s Blueprint for Self-Care: Simple and Effective Ways to Practice Self-Care From a Mother That Lost Her Daughter
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6 Not-So-Sexy Self-Care Ideas for Busy Working Moms You Need to Try
As a mom, taking care of yourself can seem impossible when you have little ones. Especially as a new mom, all your focus goes to your baby, and me-time is nonexistent. But taking care of yourself is essential and is more than taking a shower. Although taking a shower is helpful to unwind and necessary for basic hygiene, several self-care ideas have been shared in pop culture that isn’t what you actually need. Pedicures, massages, and weekends away are great but aren’t going to help you … [Read more...] about 6 Not-So-Sexy Self-Care Ideas for Busy Working Moms You Need to Try
What Every Mom Needs to do to Lose Weight
LISTEN: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | STITCHER Raise your hand if you have gained some weight since the start of the pandemic. Raise your hand again if you are ready to lose some of that weight.I have both hands up and a guest that is going to help with this and more.Spoiler alert. The key to losing weight actually starts with self-care.In this episode Jennifer shares why this is so important as well as: The two main reasons why moms have such a hard time prioritizing their healthThe big … [Read more...] about What Every Mom Needs to do to Lose Weight
The Mind-Blowing Difference Between Self-Care and Self-Preservation
LISTEN: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | STITCHER When you hear the word self-care do you roll your eyes? For a while, I was the same way because the images that I saw about self-care looked like spa days and luxurious bubble baths. Then I learned what self-care was really about and things changed. My guest, Shayna and Tracey, talk about a new way of looking at self-care in this episode. And in today's episode, we talk about: How Shana and Tracy got started with a Pump and Dump Show … [Read more...] about The Mind-Blowing Difference Between Self-Care and Self-Preservation
5 Habits That are Self Care to Reduce Stress
With everything happening in the world, it is easy to get stressed and overwhelmed. Chronic stress and anxiety can wear you out. However, you can use self care to reduce stress and restore your mind and body. As a busy working mom, you have to keep your stress and anxiety at a manageable level to be your best at work and with your kids. In this episode, I will talk you through 5 habits that are actually self care to reduce your stress. Check out the player above, or read all about it below … [Read more...] about 5 Habits That are Self Care to Reduce Stress
Tips for Trusting Your Mommy Instincts
LISTEN: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | STITCHER Do you remember when you were a first-time mom? Then you probably remember feeling mixed emotions and doubting your mommy instincts. Many times moms doubt their instincts because of the fear of the unknown. It seems so much easier to depend on the known. You know. Experts and others that have gone through child-rearing. You can get back to trusting your mommy instincts by being vulnerable. This means you have to be willing to be exposed and real … [Read more...] about Tips for Trusting Your Mommy Instincts
How to Avoid Burnout at Work for Career Moms
LISTEN: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | STITCHER Burnout is common and affects adults between the ages of 25-44. For working moms, burnout can happen quickly with all of the demands at work and home. There are ways to tip the balance back in your life and learn how to avoid burnout at work. You first have to come to grips that you can't be everything for everyone all of the time. Doing this requires a lot of time and energy to do it successfully. How to avoid burnout at work Start by filling … [Read more...] about How to Avoid Burnout at Work for Career Moms
Self-Care to Help Save Your Sanity During a Pandemic (COVID-19 Series)
LISTEN: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | STITCHER Now, more than ever, you have to take care of yourself. During the time of the coronavirus pandemic, it's not time to put yourself on the back burner or last on the list. To continue showing up as an awesome mom, you have to make sure that you are practicing self-care. I'm not sure when, but self-care got a bad rep. Whether through marketing or it looking frivolous on social media. But self-care is far from that. It's a … [Read more...] about Self-Care to Help Save Your Sanity During a Pandemic (COVID-19 Series)
The Basics of Aromatherapy for Self Care
Many times as moms, we put ourselves last on the to-do list then wonder why we feel terrible at the end of the day or week. Taking care of yourself and making yourself is a priority is essential to being an awesome mom day after day. Without proper self-care, you'll likely be burnt out or filled resentment instead of contentment. One way to provide yourself with self-care is through aromatherapy. I brought a special guest to share the basics of aromatherapy for self-care that you can … [Read more...] about The Basics of Aromatherapy for Self Care
3 Simple Tips to Get the Most Done as A Busy Mom
You've watched others get the most done as a busy mom and wondered how do they do it all? It's not easy for sure. But there are some working mom tips that can help you be more productive and get more done during the day. If you're ready, check out this post from my guest Darlene or listen to the complete podcast episode below. Brain dumping for moms With so much on your mind, you may feel like you have so much to do in little time. Or your mind is all over the place … [Read more...] about 3 Simple Tips to Get the Most Done as A Busy Mom