What Self Care Looks Like...

It's important to hold space for yourself along your motherhood journey. We are wired to attach our value to how productive we can be. We do things to increase our efficiency instead of our energy. This episode includes ways you can hold space for yourself, so you can feel vibrant, empowered & fulfilled. Takeaways Slowing down and taking the time to sit and enjoy a meal can help create a s...

Sarice Holley shares her expertise in intuitive eating and the importance of ditching dieting for a healthy lifestyle. She provides tips on how to differentiate between physiological hunger and emotional eating, and how to respect your hunger and fullness. This episode dives into the importance of making sustainable lifestyle changes rather than temporary diets, and the role of portion control and...

Autumn McKay shares her journey from teacher to stay-at-home mom and entrepreneur. Recognizing the burnout that can accompany motherhood, Autumn developed  The Full Life Gratitude Journal for Moms  to help others find joy and mindfulness in their daily lives. Beyond education and parenting, she finds joy in outdoor activities with family, dream vacation planning, and immersing herself in the pages...

Stacey Herrera, an intimacy and relationship coach, discusses the importance of intimacy in relationships and the signs that intimacy is lacking. She emphasizes that intimacy is not just about sex, but about being close and connecting with others on a deep level. Stacey highlights the need for self-awareness in order to cultivate intimacy and navigate relationships effectively. She also discusses...

Karen DeLoach, an artist and art teacher, about the healing power of art and creativity. Karen shares personal stories of how art has brought healing and restoration to individuals, including a young man who used art to overcome physical and mental challenges after a stroke, and a woman who found solace and distraction from her cancer diagnosis through creating art. Karen emphasizes the importance...

It is very important for mothers to prioritize their own needs and passions in order to show up well for the people who need them most. We do this by being mindful of our own social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and intellectual wellness. In this episode, you will learn how to engage in activities that bring you joy and fulfillment, without neglecting your children or your spouse. Takeaways Get...

Summary In this conversation, Brittany Elliott interviews Tiffany West, the creator and CEO of Interior Health Design LLC. Tiffany shares her personal journey of overcoming emotional and physical challenges, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and asthma. She discusses the impact of trauma on her life and how she developed the Calm Remedy, a four-step framework for healing. Tiffany also t...

Summary Chanel Spaulding, a mother of six boys, shares her journey into motherhood and how it has shaped her goals and aspirations. She emphasizes the importance of having a support system and creating structure and downtime for self-care. Chanel encourages women to lead with their womanhood and not define themselves solely by their roles as mothers. She also highlights the significance of setting...

Summary In this conversation, Lindsay Lusk shares her journey into motherhood, including struggles with infertility and postpartum depression. She discusses the challenges she faced and the lack of support she experienced. Lindsay emphasizes the importance of seeking help and advocating for oneself, sharing her own experience with finding the right medication for her postpartum depression. She enc...

In this conversation, I interview Taylor Clemm, a wellness enthusiast and the visionary behind DAWA, a joyful lifestyle brand. Taylor shares her journey into motherhood, the challenges she has faced, and how she has overcome them. We also dive into the importance of self-care and loving oneself, as well as the different stages of pregnancy, birth, and afterbirth. Taylor shares her self-care routin...

Summary Dr. Kate shares her journey into motherhood while building a career. She discusses the challenges of balancing work and motherhood, including the need to pivot and make different decisions. Kate highlights the impact of motherhood on her career choices and the importance of showing up for her children. She also addresses the challenges of dealing with judgment from others and the importanc...

Latrice Rose-Moore shares her journey into motherhood and the challenges she faced as a single mother. She emphasizes the importance of mental health and self-care for mothers. Latrice also discusses how motherhood influenced her decision to become an entrepreneur and pursue higher education. She highlights the need for community and connection among mothers and shares upcoming events and programs...

Summary In this episode, I interview Domanique Taylor, a brand strategist and website designer, about her journey into motherhood and how it has shaped her personal and professional goals. Domanique shares the challenges she faced as a young mother and how she had to adjust her plans for her career. She also discusses the differences between raising her first son and her second son, and how she ha...

This episode is all about the mental load, which is the cognitive & emotional labor involved in managing a household & caring for children. When we fail to manage our mental load, we become overwhelmed and unsettled in our role as mothers. In this episode, you will learn strategies that will help you manage your mental load. Takeaways -The mental load of raising children and managing every...

In this episode, you'll learn how to overcome your burnout. Takeaways -Burnout is a symptom, not a problem on its own. It is important to identify the underlying causes of burnout in order to address and change them. -High unachievable standards, unrealistic expectations, weak boundaries, a focus on efficiency over effectiveness, and lack of self-care can contribute to burnout. -Reassessing st...

In this episode, I'm sharing my personal journey of self-care and motherhood. Tune in to learn more about how my perspective on self-care has evolved over time and the challenges I've faced in reconnecting with myself after becoming a mother.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:19 Becoming a Mother 06:43 Struggling with Motherhood 10:37 Importance of Talking About Feelings 15:37...

In this episode, you'll learn how to manage household tasks in a way that promotes well-being and happiness Takeaways Schedule your household tasks to complement your self-care routine. Involve children in household tasks to teach responsibility and maintain cleanliness. Have open conversations with your partner about expectations and division of tasks. Maintain realistic standards and focus o...

Summary In this episode, you'll learn the importance of feeling secure in your self-care journey. I'll share my own experiences of planning and scheduling time for self-care activities amidst a busy life. I'll also dive deep into your need for intentional self-care to protect well-being and happiness. Takeaways Self-care is essential for protecting well-being and happiness. Intentional...

In this episode, you'll learn the importance of self-care for mothers and the challenges they face in prioritizing their needs. The need for rest and support during the early years of motherhood is very much overlooked, so mothers need to ask for help often. I'll also highlight the importance of creating simple and sustainable self-care routines and accepting the challenges of motherhood....

In this episode, you will learn the importance of creating a simple and sustainable self-care routine. I'll share my personal experience of needing alone time, and how I created practical activities that bring me joy. You'll also learn the five wellness points that make us feel whole as mothers: social wellness, physical wellness, spiritual wellness, emotional wellness, and intellectual we...

The hardest part of motherhood has nothing to do with sleep deprivation, childcare arrangements, or cold & flu season. For me, the challenge goes deeper. In this episode, you will learn how to best manage the challenges of motherhood. Resources Self Care Routine Guide - ⁠backtoyouin5.com/guide⁠ Self Care Journals - ⁠backtoyouin5.com/journals

Every time we get into the car, we don’t have to think about driving, we just know how to do it, but what else does that apply to? In this episode, you'll learn how muscle memory impacts your decision making and how your approach goal setting. Resources Self Care Routine Guide - backtoyouin5.com/guide Self Care Journals - backtoyouin5.com/journals

Maddy Martinez, Owner and Head Coach of Nourish & Lift Coaching, is a Women's Health & Fitness Coach specializing in teaching women how to get stronger to reach their goals. After dealing with her own battles with poor body image, hating the scale, using excessive exercise as punishment, and getting through a traumatic health diagnosis in her early 20's, starting her health journey...

Angela Griffith, known online as The Christian Sexpert , teaches about sex and intimacy in Christian relationships. In this episode, she talks about how purity culture has negatively impacted women, the 12 stages of intimacy, and why sex education is essential in society, not taboo. Learn more about Angela and her resources at thechristiansexpert.com .

There are days when I get home from work and I’m super productive. I get laundry put away, dishes cleared from the sink and dishwasher, cook dinner and play cards or do some other activity with Bristol and have meaningful conversation with my husband. Those days feel amazing, but those days are the exception, not the rule. In this episode, you will learn 3 strategies to help you determine your rul...