Creative Mamas Unplugged

“By the act of sending the love and repeating your purpose, you are able to stay at a higher frequency of happiness.“    Cher and Shelly share the origin story of bringing Jess on as Creative Mamas Producer (1:50) a discussion about what it takes to carve out time in our schedules for our creativity (4:41) Jess shares about this idea of purpose [that she first learned about from Bob Proctor in "Ch...

“I’m focusing on the kids’ mental health, trying to keep things light. It broke my heart last Thursday to see my youngest pack her emergency bag full of stuffed animals instead of clothes, and hearing their terror as we evacuated is something I will never forget.“   Cher shares her and her girls’ experiences in Los Angeles on the day Los Angeles County caught on fire (2:57) Lindsey shares her expe...

"I believe in us. I don't think we need all of this noise. We must empower ourselves to listen to our own beliefs."   Jamie, Cher and Shelly chat about the joy of knowing fellow creative parents, and how being a creative parent influences your parenting (1:40) Jame shares her journey from comedy to Executive Producer on Grey’s Anatomy and how her career has grown with her children who are now teen...

“When the big stuff happens, we want them to be able to come to us.”   How our system of today is different and helps us connect to our children in way that is helpful (1:37), there is no such thing as full parental control and we need our kids to teach us the things we should know (12:34), over-parenting in the physical world VS under-parenting in virtual world (19:50), Lori shares about her book...

"Chances are it's menopause [or perimenopause]." [see resources below]   Erika, Cher, Shelly share laughter and stories about car-sits (1:23), Erika shares about 10-day menopause crash course discussing why we gain weight, having fun while learning about perimenopause and menopause, using movement and dance to keep levity in your life (4:39), symptoms and solutions of perimenopause and menopause (...

“I am so lucky”   Heather Lang talks about how moms have power in being able to hold space for multiple people at once (13:15), Heather gives advice to new moms and describes her flexibility in finding opportunities (17:00), Cher, Heather and Shelly talk the importance of dance parties with kids at home (32:35). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson   Guest: Heather Lang Producer: Jessica O’...

"Yes it’s my job as parent to nurture them, teach them, to be present with them but it is my job, equally, to inspire them." Shelly chats how we find balance during summers when kiddos are out of school (3:35), Cher discusses summer joy in lack of schedule and also desire for structure (13:30), how you return to a more peaceful state with gratitude, staying present, being aware of human-ness, and...

“Balancing Acts: Renee’s Journey of Career, Caregiving, and Community" Renee shares her incredible multifaceted career journey and the demands of presenting (3:10) she discusses the importance of demonstrating what giving back to your community looks like for her children (10:43), the reality of caretaking for parents while being a mom to three children (11:50), the surprise of how different child...

"You are not those emotions." Cher and Shelly encourage you to reach out via social media and email to share your funny parenting stories (2:08) indoor basketball hoops, home repair and cat rescuing (5:43) gratitude when you get something you've wanted for so long, Shelly’s pets, Cher’s words of wisdom letter to self (7:35) Mindfulness for you doesn’t have to be what it is for someone else (8:28)...

“Community Is Everything”   Lakey talks about elementary school age kids post covid (7:20), how giving 100% in every aspect is not always feasible or necessary, giving yourself a well rounded life for balance and fulfillment  (17:45), and how she balances work events while still being present for her family (22:07) Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Lakey Wolff Producer: Jessica O’...

“If You’re Moving You’re Winning”  (4:04) Erika shares her journey from Musical Theater at Michigan to moving to New York and dancing as a swing (6:00) Erika discusses her revelation about fitness and transition from teaching in a gym (12:49) to producing workout videos for Beachbody and her decision to become a certified menopause coach specialist, (16:56) defining self-care and finding small wor...

“Kids force you into the present moment so deeply” Heather Lang discusses her journey from being a people pleaser to setting boundaries and prioritizing her family (6:00) She reflects on the challenges of dancing while pregnant (13:50)  and advocates for mothers in the arts and how she balances her thriving career with motherhood (17:30). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson   Guest: Heathe...

”I am someone who is a creator, all of us our creators here. We can create anything we want. We create life.” Cher emphasizes that women are reshaping societal perceptions highlighting the strength and potential of this generation.(4:40), Karine talks about the importance of keeping her body strong and efficient for the motherhood journey ahead(11:54) and how providing for children involves not on...

”Reinvention is possible AND necessary” Erin talks about her life as a single mom with teenagers(3:03), discovering the incredible and transformative second half of life (16:50), and how Hotter Than Ever discovers deep, important, significant parts about womanhood and releasing mental load (28:43).   Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions   Fo...

“I just needed another mom!” Cher and Shelly catch up about Shelly’s birthday weekend adventures and an awkward encounter, (1:21), Cher’s Disney Day and the importance of a mom car-sit (7:06), and recognizing hormonal changes and why talking about it matters (14:00).   Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions   Follow Us:  Instagram @creativemam...

“As parents, we are the quintessential problem solvers” Lakey shares her journey of entering motherhood while working as a talent agent (2:40), experience in finding balance between her love for her  thriving career in the arts while raising kids (13:29), and Embracing positivity & happiness in midlife (21:56)   Hosts: Cherice Barton & Shelly Hutchison   Guest: Lakey Wolff   Producer: Jess...

“You are the only one responsible for your dreams.” Karine shares her inspiring journey to motherhood at 54 (2:16), the epiphany that we are responsible for our dreams and control of our lives, trusting our intuition (6:07) and  highlights the importance of having a supportive tribe along the way (15:34). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson   Guest: Karine Plantadit   Producer: Jessica O’K...

“You are not alone!” Cher and Shelly chat about the origin of the Creative Mamas Podcast (2:31) funny parenting stories about our children’s perception of our age (7:29) how we hold space for creativity in our lives (13:09). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions   Follow Us:  Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged...