Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Rediscovering Identity and Joy in Motherhood

Do you feel like the person you were before having kids has disappeared? Like everything you thought you knew about life, parenting, and yourself is now completely upended? This is a common experience in the motherhood journey, and many moms struggle with rediscovering yourself after having kids. It's easy to feel isolated and invisible when you're deep in the trenches of motherhood, but there is...

Is motherhood making you feel lost and unsure of yourself? Many moms find that their identity shifts dramatically after having kids, leaving them feeling disconnected from who they once were. But it doesn't have to be this way! Rediscovering yourself after motherhood is possible, and this episode will show you how. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN: Mom Identity Crisis: Why so many mo...

Feeling lost in motherhood? Do you look in the mirror and wonder where you went? You're not alone. Many moms struggle to maintain their identity amidst the chaos of raising young children. It's easy to lose yourself, but it's not inevitable. Ready to reclaim your identity and reignite your passions? Tune in to Mom's Guide to Finding Herself! This podcast is your lifeline to rediscovering YOU. I ge...

In this special Hanukkah episode, Krissy welcomes Blair, a maternal health OT and mother of young children, to share how she and her family celebrate Hanukkah. Blair explains the historical and cultural significance of Hanukkah, highlights family traditions including communal activities and light ceremonies, and discusses making each night memorable without focusing on material gifts. She also tal...

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy shares five practical tips to help prevent disappointment during the holiday season. Drawing from her own experiences as a mom of two young boys, she offers advice on creating flexible plans, prioritizing traditions and people, managing gifts, and planning food preparations. Krissy emphasizes the importance of communication and self-care to...

In this special Thanksgiving episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy sits down with Maria from Pride and Joy Life to discuss 10 simple tips for enjoying Thanksgiving with young children. Krissy and Maria explore practical advice such as the importance of distractions, creating kid-friendly spaces, setting realistic expectations, and planning for messes and downtime. The episode aims to eq...

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy interviews Danielle, a former teacher and mom who helps parents advocate for their children and foster independent play. Danielle discusses her background in teaching, her transition to a learning behavior specialist, and the importance of social-emotional learning. They discuss advocating for children with disabilities, the challenges of mo...

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy, a stay-at-home mom, interviews Jessie, a mom and pediatric speech pathologist. Jessie shares practical strategies for improving toddler language development through daily routines and modeling. Listeners learn about Krissy's new website featuring her products, including a coloring book subscription and customized party favor coloring books....

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds Momcast, Krissy interviews Lindsay, a mom who lives life by her own rules, splitting her time between Canada and Bali. Krissy also shares personal anecdotes about parenting two young boys and updating her Activity Menu for her three-year-old to encourage independence. Throughout the episode, Lindsay discusses her journey from a corporate career to homeschoo...

In this special Halloween episode of the Bold Little Minds Momcast, the hosts engage in a heartfelt discussion with Maria from PrideandJoyLife about making Halloween magical with fun and simple traditions. They reminisce about nostalgic Halloweens of the 90s, from pillowcase candy bags to cold rural trick-or-treating experiences. Mary shares her evolving Halloween celebrations, from childhood adve...

In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy sits down with Kensie, a stay-at-home mom of two young boys. Combining personal experiences with professional insights, Kensie talks about her journey from an autism clinician to a homeschooling mom, tackling postpartum depression, and starting her own small business. The conversation explores the importance of sensory play, the flexibility...

Pregnancy with Anencephaly: Shay's Story (Part 2) To honor Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month, we have a special episode of the BoldLittleMinds MomCast. Krissy engages in a heartfelt conversation with Shay, a mother who shares her deeply personal experiences with multiple pregnancy losses, including a pregnancy affected by anencephaly. They discuss the emotional struggles and difficult deci...

Creating Opportunities: Mary's Story In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy interviews Mary, a mom of two and successful entrepreneur. They discuss Mary's transition from a full-time physical therapist to a stay-at-home mom and business owner. The conversation covers her journey through motherhood challenges, including difficulties in conception and loss, and the inspiration behi...

Building Resilience: Andrea's Story In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy talks with guest Andrea, a mom of two and mental health advocate, to discuss supporting mental health in both children and mothers. Andrea shares personal experiences raising children with mental health issues, strategies she's employed, and the importance of self-care for moms. The episode highlights how...

Finding Fulfillment in Motherhood: Poppy's Story In this episode of the BoldLittleMinds MomCast, Krissy welcomes Dr. Poppy Gibson, an educator, author, and mother of three. Dr. Poppy shares her journey through academia, her passion for lifelong learning, and her unique experience of adopting her daughter. They touch on the importance of treating children with respect, the complexities of trauma, a...

Lean Into It: Shay's Story In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy chats with Shay, an entrepreneur and mom of four. Shay shares her journey from aspiring surgeon to stay-at-home mom, detailing the challenges and joys of raising kids in a blended family and with a child with sensory processing disorder. The discussion explores the dynamics of blended families, effective parenting...

Embracing Life's Messes: Callie's Story In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy sits down with Callie from The Messy Schoolhouse to discuss Callie's journey as a mom to three boys with different age gaps and her transition from working in early education to running a play-based, nature-focused private school. They dive into topics such as the benefits of co-sleeping, baby-wearing,...

Preparing for the Balance of Motherhood: Blair's Story In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy interviews Blair, a maternal health occupational therapist and yoga teacher. Blair shares her journey to motherhood, including her experiences with pregnancy and childbirth, as well as her transition from having one child to two. The discussion highlights the importance of mindful parent...

Baking Dreams and a Family: Natalie's Story In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy interviews Natalie, a mom of a young boy and founder of Cookie Nookie. Natalie shares her personal journey of starting Cookie Nookie, initially as a hobby, and how it evolved into a meaningful business intertwined with her struggle with infertility. Natalie talks about the challenges of her inferti...

Growing Up Raising You: Maria's Journey In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy engages in a heartfelt conversation with Maria, a mom of four and former teacher. Maria recounts her early journey into motherhood, navigating life as a young parent, and making decisions to put her children first, including transitioning from teaching to running a home daycare. The discussion highligh...

Strength and Sacrifice: Reem's Inspiring Story In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy interviews Reem, a stay-at-home mom to three boys and a former kindergarten teacher. They delve into Reem's journey from the corporate world to teaching, and ultimately to becoming a stay-at-home mom due to her youngest son's medical complexities. They discuss the challenges and rewards of mothe...

Introducing the Bold Little Minds Momcast: Sharing Untold Stories of Motherhood In the premiere episode of the Bold Little Minds Momcast, our host, Krissy, introduces the podcast's mission of providing a platform for mothers to share their untold stories and experiences. As a stay-at-home mom of two young boys, Krissy delves into the identity shifts that come with motherhood and the challenges of...