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In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast, Hilary Erickson shares five essential tips for organizing under your sink. From utilizing the space effectively to decluttering and leaving room for essential items, these tips will help simplify your daily routine. Tune in for practical advice on maximizing bathroom storage space and making your morning routine a breeze.   Big thanks to our sponsor my...

In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast, host Hilary Erickson and guest Sujay, aka @thatsleepdoc, untangle the topic of sleep. They discuss sleep training, the effects of sleep deprivation, and tips for improving sleep hygiene. Sujay also shares advice on adjusting circadian rhythms and addressing common sleep issues such as restless leg syndrome and insomnia. Tune in for expert insights on i...

Welcome back to The Pulling Curls Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into the benefits of attending a prenatal class. We'll explore the studies that show how these classes can improve birth outcomes and reduce the risk of C-sections and other interventions. Plus, we'll discuss why it's important to choose the right class and instructor. So let's untangle the importance of prenatal classes i...

Welcome back to the Pulling Curls podcast. On today's episode, Hilary shares her experience with New Year's resolutions and how she's learning to let go of things that are out of her control. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries and rationing our attention to focus on what really matters. Stay tuned for some valuable insights on navigating the challenges of 2024. Big thanks to our sp...

Welcome to The Pulling Curls Podcast, where we untangle the complexities of pregnancy and parenting. In today's episode, titled "Postpartum Mindset with Dr. Fran," we dive into the unique experiences and challenges faced during the postpartum period. Our guest, Dr. Fran, who recently had a baby, shares insights into her own journey and offers valuable tips for maintaining a positive mindset during...

In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast, Hilary Erickson explores the organizing mindset. She shares tips on how to approach organizing tasks without feeling overwhelmed, the importance of giving yourself plenty of time, and the need to embrace the initial challenges of organizing. Hilary also emphasizes the flexibility to make adjustments and try different systems until you find what works b...

Welcome back to another episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast: Pregnancy & Parenting Untangled. In today's episode, we have a special guest, Mama Nurse Tina, joining our host, Hilary Erickson, to discuss the importance of having the right mindset during labor. Hilary shares her personal experiences and recommends taking a birth class to gain knowledge and confidence. They discuss the need to lower...

Welcome to the Pulling Curls podcast! In episode 212, Hilary discusses the parenting mindset. She shares three key points: lowering your expectations, reveling in positive experiences, and keeping yourself separate from your kids. Hilary also mentions a free parenting guide available on the Pulling Curls website. Stay tuned for more episodes on different mindsets related to pregnancy and parenting...

In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast, host Hilary Erickson dives into the topic of pregnancy mindset. She shares three tips for adopting a positive mindset during pregnancy, including expecting it to be hard, acknowledging that pregnancy is a long journey, and keeping expectations low for oneself and others. Hilary also highlights the importance of cherishing the joyful moments of pregnanc...

In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast, host Hilary Erickson discusses who health shares are good for. She shares her personal experience with health shares and gives advice on who should not consider a health share as an insurance option. Hilary also explains the limitations and coverage exclusions of health shares, such as preexisting conditions and small expenses. If you're interested in...

In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast: Pregnancy & Parenting Untangled, host Hilary Erickson interviews Samantha Radford about 5 things to avoid during pregnancy. They discuss the importance of using low VOC paint or having someone else do the painting in the nursery. They also talk about the risks associated with lead paint in older homes and provide tips on how to safely deal with it. Thi...

In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast: Pregnancy & Parenting Untangled, host Hilary Erickson is joined by sexual health educator Amy Lang to discuss the birds and the bees conversation with kids. They cover topics such as the importance of comprehensive sex education, using accurate terminology for body parts, starting early with sex education, and how to create open communication within th...

gs to do while in labor at home. Whether you're preparing for a home birth or simply want to make early labor more comfortable, these tips will help you navigate the experience with ease. From getting some much-needed rest to engaging in fun distractions, Hillary has you covered. So grab a snack, sit back, and let's dive into this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast! Big thanks to our sponsor --...

In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast: Pregnancy & Parenting Untangled, host Hilary Erickson is joined by guest Dr. Elizabeth Schmeid, an OBGYN, to discuss the topic of making the choice to be induced. They emphasize that doctors cannot force someone to be induced against their will and that patients always have the option to decide what to do in their situation. The episode delves into the...

organizing supplies. Hilary discusses five favorite stores. She highlights the affordability of Ross and Walmart, the variety at HomeGoods, the sturdy options at IKEA, and the convenience of Amazon. Big thanks to our sponsor The 5 Word Organization Challenge Keypoints: Discusses five stores for organizing supplies: Ross, Walmart, HomeGoods, IKEA, and Amazon. Ross offers cheaper options with limite...

ered that this was her true passion (as she had suspected since having her own children) and quickly gained a reputation for professionalism, compassion and expertise among colleagues and patients. She then returned to Frontier Nursing University to complete a Master's degree in Nursing with an emphasis in midwifery. In 2020, she graduated and began as a certified nurse-midwife at a small communit...

Mastered," the host delves into the topic of supporting children with speech challenges. They discuss the importance of reaching out to teachers for insights and red flags, the benefits of in-person and virtual sessions, and the role of parents in nurturing their child's voice. The episode also touches on early intervention, school system support, and resources like Better Speech. Listeners are en...

In this episode of the Erickson Creative podcast, host Hilary Erickson is joined by guests John and Morgan Fulton as they share their journey with infertility, pregnancy, and childbirth. After six years of trying to conceive, the couple's persistence and research led them to find a solution that ultimately resulted in a successful pregnancy. Hilary also highlights the importance of being prepared...

On this episode of Erickson Creative, we celebrate 200 episodes by delving into a little bit about the hostess with the mostest: Hilary. Timestamps: 00:01:45 Quit hospital, don't miss it, laid off nurses. Favorite blog post on Pulling Curls. 00:03:34 Long-lasting versus short-term, breastfeeding feels like tugging, not a fan, guilty pleasure: Ted Lasso. 00:08:22 New doctors empower patients; old d...

What to expect about pain in childbirth. Today I'm sharing 3 tips about the pain, and the options for pain relief while in labor. Big thanks to our sponsor The Online Prenatal Class for Couples is going to get you prepared for your birth and pain management during your labor! In this episode: Kidney stone vs birth pain: https://pregnurse.com/kidney-stone-birth/ Other things that might interest you...

How do we help kids communicate. Not only with us, but also with the world at large? Today's Guest is Nellie Harden. Nellie is a Christian Family Life & Leadership Coach who focuses on helping parents and their teen daughters go from HOPING they are doing all the "right things", feeling lost and just surviving teen life to KNOWING they are doing the right things for their unique child and getting...

Here are 10 things you will want to have on hand for after baby is born. Plus some tips on how to have people best help you and do things for you so that you can help yourself heal! Big thanks to our sponsor The Online Prenatal Class for Couples -- I have two FULL chapters on postpartum recovery that you don't want to miss. So much good information that so many classes glaze over. In this episode...

What is hard for me about organizing? You may think that organizing is easy for me, but that is not the case - there is a lot that I struggle with! This is a "sister" episode to things about parenting that are hard for me (episode 195) Big thanks to our sponsor The Organized Home -- if you're looking to make organizing easier, this is the course for you! Producer: Drew Erickson

Having something go wrong with baby at birth is something that a lot of people are afraid of. Today I wanted to give you a peek behind what might happen if something is wrong with baby and what the hospital can do. Today's guest is Jen Mills, DNP, APRN, NNP-BC. Jen was a bedside RN for 10 years at a Level 4 NICU that specializes ECMO, surgeries, cardiac and genetics patients. She then obtained my...

Parenting is a struggle, but you don't always struggle with the same things throughout your parenting journey. Big thanks to our sponsor Family Routines -- getting in a routine makes so many of parenting easier! Producer: Drew Erickson