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It's one of the comments I get MOST OFTEN. I just want a "normal birth" which I 100% get. Today I'm talking about what a "normal" birth looks like and how you can get THAT! Today's guest is my friend Tara. We worked together at the same hospital for a long time and I just adore her. She's also a new mama and I thought she had a lot to offer everyone! Big thanks to our sponsor The Online Prenatal C...

What should you do when an organization system isn't working. When you have a system that is snagging you each and every time -- how do you FIX IT? This is one of the biggest problems with organizing, so today I want to help you with it! Big thanks to our sponsor  The Organized Home  — I give you real tips about how to make your house more organize that work well for me! We have a whole section on...

What can you do NOW to help you create your confident birth. Today we talk with a graduate of The Online Prenatal Class for Couples about her birth experience and what helped her feel confident. Today's guest is Alejandra Aldridge -- graduate of The Online Prenatal Class for Couples . Here's a bit more about her: Alejandra is a PhD candidate in political science at Stanford University. She grew up...

Are you worried about eating organic with your family, but also need to stay on a budget? Dr. Samantha Radford is going to talk about her best tips for eating safe on a budget. Today's guest is Dr Samantha Radford from  Evidence-Based Mommy . She is a former chemist with focus in public health. She has  a whole course on safe chemical usage for families . I love that she has the science to tell us...

How exactly is an induction going to happen from start to finish. Let's talk about what to expect with two experienced labor nurses. Today's guest is Christina Bernard Mom of four, labor and delivery nurse, better birth advocate, IBCLC, military vet and navy wife. Working on a better birth advocacy course to be released June 2021. I absolutely ADORE her on Tiktok and Instagram ! This episode was i...

We're in counseling. Just like all the other bloggers out there. But mine has a happy ending and I wanted to share how and why we did some counseling and how it's helped us overall. My Co-host on this episode is my husband, Drew Erickson. Big thanks to our sponsor  Family Routines . Getting in a routine and making the rest of life easier makes it easier to have discussions on a routine and enjoy l...

Let's talk about how to make your entry an organized oasis so that you had the things you needed as you leave and enter your home. I have always coveted a mudroom — but we've never had it, so how do I make it work? Let's make it work. Big thanks to our sponsor  The Organized Home  if you're looking to organize the home you HAVE vs the home you WISHED you have The Organized Home is the one for you....

I love how Bonnie boils down what you actually REALLY need for a new baby. This mom of 10 really has it down and I think we can all learn a lot from it! Today's guest is Bonnie Wiscombe from Outnumbered The Podcast. She also is the creator behind the website Bonnie and Blythe and the clothing boutique for busy moms Novalie . She also does coaching for busy moms to help them get their live under co...

Today we're talking about some of the MOST important things you can do for your family should you become "unavailable" due to a medical crisis or whatever reason. Guys, listen up — this is SO important! Today's guest is Abby Schneiderman she is the co-founder and co-CEO of  Everplans , is an industry expert in the areas of digital estate planning, technology, and consumerism, a Forbes.com Contribu...

Today we're talking about preparing for a cesarean section delivery — even if it is not anticipated. What to put in your bag, and how to prepare mentally. Today's guest is my friend Lindsay Himmer, from  The Lindsay List . She is a mom to three makeup and Bachelor meme enthusiast. This episode was inspired by my post on  Caesarean Section Tips Big thanks to our sponsor  The Online Prenatal Class f...

Clutter can ruin a good system and decluttering can totally fix systems that aren't working. Learning to declutter and let go of things that are making life harder to live is a great skill to have, but let's talk about why! Big thanks to our sponsor The Organized Home -- in there I talk about decluttering every area. And we talk about how certain areas are harder than other areas. I also am really...

Pregnancy can be a long battle with submitted our will's to both the baby's and mother nature. What can you learn from that experience that will help you on your pregnancy journey! Today's guests are Brie Tucker & Joann Chron from The No Guilt Mom (both  the website  & the  Podcast  where they teach you how to love being a mom again. Do NOT miss their  free homework checklist . My daughter did it...

Using a direct primary care membership changes how you utilize healthcare. It can help you manager your health better and it can reduce your overall healthcare costs while also making healthcare more convenient. Today's guest is Dr Bradley Shumway. He is my DPC practice physician. You can find his practice at  Shumway Family Medicine . He is a DO family physician in the Phoenix area and has found...

Being stressed out at delivery has complications you may not be considering right now. Let's talk about pain mangement options that allow you to be in control during your delivery. This episode was inspired by  my post on stress at delivery . Big thanks to our sponsor  The Online Prenatal Class for Couples  — if you're looking to stay in control and decrease your stress at delivery, TAKE a prenata...

You might have had them knock on your door, or you've seen them in the grocery store or on the streets. What do missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints do all day? What can they do for you, even if you don't want to get baptized? Today's guest is my niece — Sister Grace Pope of the Minneapolis Minnesota Mission (and her compaion Sister Whitmore). She was kind enough to come...

Today we're extending our talk about pornography use in adults. Is it OK for use in a marriage, and how can couples understand if it is a problem? Today's guest is Stephen Moore — he is the co-founder and co-host of the weekly podcast,  PBSE , which offers a raw and real forum for the discussion of the issues, obstacles, and solutions for healing dealing with trust, intimacy, and attachment issues...

Re-doing a kitchen takes a lot of time, money and attention — not to mention all the inconvenience of being without a kitchen can cause. How do you pick what to change and what to invest. Kitchen Redesign on a Budget Big thanks to our sponsor  The Organized Home  — if you're looking to have your home support you (rather than you supporting it) it's the thing that can help you out! In this episode...

Know what is happening during your prenatal care is so important. So often patients let their doctor control that information, so knowing what you need to know about yourself puts the power back in your seat. Big thanks to our sponsor  The Online Prenatal Class for Couples  — I'll engage you as I lead you towards your confident delivery where you can be an expert in your own care! Things to know a...

Using the wrong type of sunscreen can seep into the pores of your sweet little children and hurt them long term. What are the RIGHT types of sunscreens we should be using, especially with our kids (and frankly, for our own faces). Today's guest is Dr Samantha Radford from  Evidence-Based Mommy . She is a former chemist with focus in public health. She has  a whole course on safe chemical usage for...

Today we're talking about all the myths in labor and delivery. So many people have heard about the husband stitch, but there's lots of pregnancy & labor myths that we've heard as two labor nurses. Today's guest is my friend Chantel. She's been a nurse for ten years, with the last five being in both postpartum and labor and delivery. She's one of my favorite nurses I've ever worked with. This episo...

Bedroom organization can be a huge investment in YOURSELF that a lot of busy moms don't make because they think organizing other spots in the home will be more worth their time. Time, to make an investment that STICKS in YOUR room. Lets' do it! This episode was inspired by my Bedroom Organization post -- lots of good ideas in there! Big thanks to our sponsor The Organized Home with a BRAND NEW bed...

After you have your baby you stay in in the hospital up to 4 more days with the couplet care nurses. How can you get the most out of this stay and get the information you need from them. Also, what can you bring or prep ahead of time for that part of your hospital stay? Today's guest is my friend Julie. She's worked in nursery, couplet care and gynecology for over 24 years and has a TON of experie...

Teens are on screens now more than ever, but how do we make sure that they are prepared to make good choices online and keep connections with people vs just screens. Today's guest is Stephen Moore. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a strong background in addiction-related treatment and program development. He is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), Certified Partner Trauma The...

Please remember this episode is for entertainment purposes, and at no point you should you take the advice in this podcast over the information your provider gives you. This episode was inspired by my Is My Water Broken Quiz (which is super handy also). Big thanks to our sponsor The Online Prenatal Class for Couples In there, we dive deep into your water breaking, and I give you a no-fail equation...

Make organizing easier with these simple things. They're just a few supplies you likely already have around the house. Grab these to make it easier to organize, and you'll need less motivation to organize next time. Make sure to get on my 5 Word Organization Challenge This episode was inspired by Big thanks to our sponsor The Organized Home . It's being updated through 2021 (and into 2022), with c...