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Melissa Taylor is a mom, teacher, writer, author, and passionate advocate for children’s literacy. We discuss the importance of the often overlooked nonfiction genre in a child’s reading diet, followed by an interesting detour into sharing our toxic mold stories. imaginationsoup.net/reading-nonfiction-prepares-kids-for-success Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Financial "Dadvisor” and author of the award-winning Owning the Dash children's book series, Anthony Delauney, shares suggestions on when and how to introduce and talk to kids about money. He provides real-life examples of his own experiences as a Financial Advisor and father of two. www.owningthedash.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

As a women’s health expert with advanced certifications in yoga and personal training as well as prenatal, postnatal, and group fitness, Desi Bartlett offers a holistic approach to health and wellness. She explains the importance of the mind-body connection and provides parents a few tips on how to prioritize their wellness. www.desibartlett.com   Use the coupon code Podcast for a 10% discount on...

Jen Morris is the Founder of Renegade Motherhood, a brand dedicated to amplifying, elevating, and connecting moms building businesses while raising the next generation. Jen discusses the challenge of balancing motherhood with professional business endeavors and how to prevent burnout. www.renegademotherhoodlife.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Ben Hockema is the founder of Illuminate Wealth Management. He explains his philosophical approach to financial planning and the significance of self-reflection and being intentional with your spending. Ben shares easy tips for busy, overwhelmed parents on how to develop a path that is unique to their own family’s goals, hopes, and dreams. www.illuminatewm.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Chelsey Goodan has been an academic tutor, mentor, and empowerment coach to teenagers for 16 years and serves as the Mentorship Director of DemocraShe, which supports and guides girls from underserved communities into leadership roles. Chelsey explains the power behind equipping young women with the tools to be successful, and how to avoid projecting your own fears onto them. www.chelseygoodan.com...

Allison Task is a certified life coach who helps her clients clarify, pursue, and achieve their goals. Our fun conversation ranges from the dot-com era to television cooking shows as Allison shares tips on how to meet your kids where they want to be. AllisonTask.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

In Part 2 of our conversation with Maria Jaime, she describes the experience of delivering babies for others’ families, and shares the most challenging part of her surrogacy journey. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

In addition to her own 4 children, Maria Jaime has carried and birthed three children for other families. In Part 1 of our conversation, she explains the operational pieces of the surrogacy process, including selecting an agency, executing the legal contract, and pairing with a family. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

One of the world’s leading experts on trust, Darryl Stickel, describes how to future-proof your kids by utilizing tools like vulnerability and benevolence to build trust. www.trustunlimited.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

What exactly is pelvic floor therapy? Who is it for? What does a typical session look like? Dr. Luba Khakham joins Parently to demystify the practice while empowering listeners to restore and maintain their bodily function and wellness. www.sageptwellness.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Patricia Lohan is an internationally renowned Feng Shui expert with a passion for empowering families to create happy and successful environments for their children. She explains the positive impact Feng Shui can have on individuals and families, and provides guidance on how to begin harmonizing the energy in your home.  patricialohan.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

In Parently’s Season 4 finale, Dr. Stephanie Young Moss explains how each woman’s perimenopause and menopause journeys can be unique, and shares tips on how to enjoy an active lifestyle for a lifetime. She discusses the importance of prioritizing your health as a mom and setting an example for your children. www.drstephanieyomo.com  www.menopauseincolor.com   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Jess (Ranallo) McKay, a practicing midwife, joins Parently to explain the difference between midwifery and OBGYN care. She also shares her journey into the profession and provides tips on how to choose the right prenatal care for you. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

From his humble beginnings serving soup on a train, Logan shares his experience transitioning to and thriving in his career as a pediatric nurse. He describes how he copes with the hard days and laughs through the great ones. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Are you curious what is happening in the world of 5th graders these days? Listen in as 10-year-old CC shares her thoughts on fashion trends, cell phones, and how to be a good parent. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Ashley shares her story of being diagnosed with endometriosis and the significant impact it had on building the family she had always imagined. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

In part two, the Woldens talk about their latest adventure pursuing a nomad camping lifestyle as well as their plans for the future. They also share the emotional toll of being queer parents and how allies can support their queer friends. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Caroline from Season 1 is back - and this time she’s got a wife. Tessa & Caroline Wolden join Parently to share their experience dating, planning a family, and navigating joy and grief during their pregnancy. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Natalie is back to talk about her career as a personal development coach and small business owner of Fruitful Reverie. She leaves us with another pearl of wisdom - “you can never get it done, and you can’t get it wrong.” Fruitfulreverie.com  Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

In part 1 of a 2 part series, Natalie relives her adventure-filled past including acting in LA, being an au pair in Norway, becoming a wife and mother, and ultimately transitioning into her new norm of co-parenting with her ex. She reminds us “just because someone carries it well, doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy.” Fruitfulreverie.com  Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Moving against the grain of our modern culture, Katie DeGroot takes us through a day-in-the-life of a homemaker. She discusses the importance of prioritizing her marriage and reveals all the fun that comes with living in a 150 year old home. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Souphak and Jamie are back this week to rehash the details of their fertility journey and promote the importance of giving yourself grace. https://jayvictoria.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Jamie and Souphak aren’t just wives - they’ve held the title of caretaker, entrepreneur, step mom, alcoholic, small business owner, and more. In part one of a two part episode, Souphak and Jamie share past traumas and explain why they are focusing their future energy on fostering connection and promoting self-love through their clothing line, Jay Victoria. https://jayvictoria.com Music: https://ww...

While growing up with a chronic illness stripped the ordinary from Dr. Kate Lund’s childhood, it helped her learn how to harness the power of resilience. Dr. Kate, a licensed clinical psychologist, joins Parently to share helpful tips on how parents can teach their own kids to be more resilient. katelundspeaks.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com