What Self Care Looks Like...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m diving into Chapter 7 of What Self Care Looks Like . This conversation is all about rediscovering yourself within motherhood and letting go of the comparison trap. We often try to fit into a version of motherhood that do...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. This episode is all about what self-care actually looks like for you as a mother. Self-care is a lifestyle and a direct path to rediscovering your identity. Takes notes, because there are a lot of gems in this one. Enjoy this episode! Be sur...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. This episode is all about managing household tasks. As I share in Chapter 5 of my book What Self Care Looks Like, household tasks aren’t mom tasks . I recognize though, that household management often falls on the primary caregiver, who is c...

In this episode, I’m sharing strategies on how to manage your mental load. The mental load is the never ending to-do list that continues to build within your mind and cloud your thoughts, leaving you overwhelmed, resentful and burnt out. Adding kids into the mix makes the mental load that much harder to manage. Once you start managing your mental load, you’ll begin to reclaim joy in your motherhoo...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m breaking down chapter 3 of my book, and taking a deeper dive into the complexities of motherhood. It’s important for you to rediscover joy in the motherhood experience, navigating relationships and responsibilities, and...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m breaking down the second chapter of my book. You’ll need to prioritize your well-being amidst the chaos of parenting. There are a lot of external factors on motherhood, so control what you can. Enjoy this episode! Be sur...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m breaking down the first chapter of my book. Every mom must understand and embrace the changes that come with motherhood. Meet yourself where you are & set intentions for personal growth. Listen to this episode to lea...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I'm laying out how to rediscover your identity after becoming a mother. It involves self-care, time management, and energy conservation. But how? Apply these practical tips to reconnect with your interests and passions,...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I speak with Dr. Hayley Hellstern, a pediatrician and mother, about the intersection of motherhood and medicine. We discuss her journey through medical school while raising children, the challenges of postpartum mental healt...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m sharing my 'Back to School Playbook', which includes practical tips for building a self-care routine, mapping out a weekly rhythm, creating a support system, managing mental load, and setting boundaries. At back-...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m talking about the importance of being present in our daily lives, especially as mothers. Distractions, particularly from technology and societal pressures, can pull us away from the moments that truly matter. You'll...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. Episode Summary: In this conversation, Brittany Elliott and Danielle Parson (CEO & founder of Professional Women's Network) explore the multifaceted nature of self-care, motherhood, and community engagement. Danielle shares her journey a...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m talking about the complexities of being a default parent versus a preferred parent. I'm also diving into the emotional burdens that come with these roles, the importance of sharing responsibilities with a partner, an...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m talking about the complexities of motherhood. Not to be controversial, but to emphasize the importance of separating life challenges from the motherhood experience. I’ll highlight the mental load that mothers carry, the...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m talking about the critical importance of sleep for mothers & how lack of sleep affects physical recovery, mental clarity, and emotional regulation. You’ll learn the challenges moms face in prioritizing sleep, includi...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m talking about the diverse experiences of working moms and the often overlooked challenges they face. There’s a need for nuanced support systems that cater to the unique circumstances of each mother, rather than a one-siz...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m talking about the detrimental effects of the 'super mom' trope on mothers, & the unrealistic expectations it creates and the guilt it fosters. Women need a more authentic approach to motherhood that prioritiz...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I’m breaking down why self-care matters by highlighting five key reasons why self-care is essential for regaining confidence , clarity , and happiness in motherhood.  Enjoy this episode! Be sure to share this episode with a...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. This episode is all about effective time management for working moms. A time audit will help you identify how you spend your time & where to find opportunities for self-care. Enjoy this episode! Be sure to share this episode with a worki...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. This episode is all about the inevitable changes that come with motherhood, including the growth of children, the aging of parents, and personal transformations. It's important to accept these changes and prioritize self-care to protect...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, you'll learn the importance of self-care in motherhood and the five (5) essential mindset shifts that can help women thrive. Self-care is not just a luxury but a necessity for well-being. This episode is full of actionable i...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode I speak with Missy Brown, an entrepreneur and mother, about her journey through motherhood, her experiences in the job market, and her business 'Search Is Over' (https://www.searchisoverllc.com/). We discuss the challenges of...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. In this episode, I chat with Kayla Ogletree (https://www.instagram.com/kaylaogletreelcsw/), a licensed clinical social worker and advocate for maternal mental health. Kayla shares her personal journey through motherhood, the challenges of be...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. Our guest today is author, Leslie Savisky. Leslie is a freelance writer for  Pittsburgh Parent  magazine and the  Tribune Review , and the author of Other People’s Words, Almost Too Late  and  These Broken Pieces.  Leslie shares her experien...

Hey, Mama!!! Welcome back to What Self Care Looks Like , where I dive into the challenges of motherhood, so you can reclaim joy in your motherhood experience. Our guest today is Wellness Coach, Jenny Peacock. She helps women follow fitness routines, balance their hormones, prioritize nutrition & hydration, & thrive in motherhood with a health-first framework. In this episode, Jenny shares...