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Thirsty Thursdays @3PM EST"Texas Crafted. Globally Demanded." Swift Distillery Texas Single Malt Master Distiller Amanda SwiftSend a textThis week š¢I talkšļøwith Amanda Swift Co-Founder at Swift Distillery that produces a Texas based Single Malt with Scottish Two-Row barley and yeast! šš· š š āØ š š„ šĀ š¬ Watch on YouTube Here ššæĀ Texas single malt, women in whiskey, bourbon barrels & Sauternes finish š„ Amanda Swift shares distilling, aging in Texas heat & UK Amazon launch. Craft spirits story @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMESTš„ Engaging SummaryAmanda Swift, Co-Owner of Swift Distillery in Austin, Texas, joins me to talk science, single malt, Texas aging, and building a craft spirits brand from the ground up š„From studying fire ants š to c...
2026-02-271h 13
Baby Then What5.26: Labour Fears, Hair Loss & Potty Training: Amandaās Mom Q&AIn this solo Q&A episode, Amanda answers your real pregnancy and mom-life questions, from labour fears and postpartum hair loss to potty training, pregnancy with two kids, and surviving first birthday emotions.She shares honest, real-life answers about: ā¢ Transitioning from one kid to two ā¢ Labour nerves and VBAC fears ā¢ Postpartum hair loss and recovery ā¢ Pregnancy with toddlers ā¢ Potty training ā¢ First birthday emotions ā¢ Favourite nursing and maternity basicsNo experts. No perfect advice. Just honest answers from a mom of two with her third on the way.If youāre pregnant, postpartum, or deep in toddler...
2026-01-2918 minBaby Then What5.20: Toddler Negotiations 101: Why Theyāre Winning & Weāre Losing (Tantrums, Power Struggles + Chaos)This week, Amanda & Jessie are breaking down a universal truth: toddlers run the house.Welcome to Toddler Negotiations 101,Ā a survival guide for moms losing arguments to humans who think socks are optional and ketchup is spicy.Weāre answering:ā¢ Why are toddlers THIS good at negotiating?ā¢ Who gave them this much confidence??ā¢ Do they accept ānoā as a challenge?ā¢ Were WE this unhinged as kids, or is this new chaos?Plus our real-life daily battles:ā¢ Snack warsā¢ Car seat stiff-as-a-board modeā¢ Outfit meltdownsā¢ Screen...
2025-11-2725 minBaby Then What5.17: Going Back to Work After Baby: Daycare, Mom Guilt & Finding BalanceNo one warns you how emotional going back to work after baby really is - the daycare drop-offs, the mom guilt, the identity crisis, the baby brainā¦ itās a lot.In this weekās episode, Amanda & Jessie get real about what itās actually like to return to work after maternity leave - from the mental prep and the daycare germs to the guilt of loving your job and missing your baby at the same time.We talk about:ā¢ How to mentally prepare for that first week backā¢ Building trust with daycare and letting...
2025-11-0631 minBaby Then What5.16: Surprise Pregnancy Reveal: First Trimester Symptoms, Chaos & Real Mom TalkMorning Sickness, Secrets, and Shock - The Real First Trimester TalkSurpriseā¦ someoneās pregnant. And for real this timeĀ In this episode, Amanda & Jessie dive into the first trimester rollercoaster - the shock, the symptoms, the cravings, the exhaustion, and the chaos of keeping it all together with two kids already running around.Amanda shares how she found out, what made this pregnancy feel totally different from her first two, and how sheās surviving the early weeks while pretending to be āfine.ā Jessie jumps in with her own first-trimester memories, the things no o...
2025-10-3031 minBaby Then What5.15: Best Prenatal Vitamins: Real Mom Reviews, No Sponsorship, No BSPicking a prenatal vitamin shouldnāt feel like a full-time job, but somehow it does. One doctor says one thing, the internet swears by another, and every brand claims theirs is the best. No wonder every mom is confused.In this episode, Amanda & Jessie break down what real moms actually take, from Thorne and NFH Prenatal SAP to PregVit, Perelel, Natureās Made, and the gummy options we pretend are candy. They read listener submissions, share their own experiences, and talk nausea, cost, and the chaos of remembering to take that horse pill every day.ā ļø No medic...
2025-10-2322 minBaby Then What5.14: Contradicting Parenting Advice: Because Everyoneās Suddenly an ExpertOne doctor says ānever wake a sleeping baby.ā The next says āyou have to wake them to feed.āWelcome to motherhood, where every piece of parenting advice contradicts the last.In this weekās episode, Amanda & Jessie unpack the chaos of modern motherhood, sleep training, feeding debates, and the endless stream of contradicting mom advice that leaves parents wondering whatās actually right.From BLW vs. purees, co-sleeping vs. crib, and potty training timelines, to the mom guilt that creeps in no matter what you do, weāre diving into the mental overload that comes with eve...
2025-10-1638 min
Journey to your DreamsEpisode 13 - Amanda Roa | Back to the Heart: Breaking Free from Addiction, Chronic Illness, and FearIn this episode, Amanda shares her transformative journey of healing from addiction, chronic illness, and childhood fears. She emphasizes the importance of self-love, acceptance, and the messy steps towards personal growth. Amanda discusses the role of plant medicine and community in her healing process and how she now helps others as a relationship coach. The conversation highlights the power of connection and the journey of breaking free from toxic relationships and childhood trauma.You can find Amanda on Instagram!Want early access to episodes, behind-the-scenes content and bonus episodes?
2025-04-1052 min
The Motherhood Collective Co86. March Q+A Part 2Amanda and Jessie dive into the second half of your questions. This week we chat about growing your faith, handling overprotective grandparents, handling the transition from 1 to 2, and more!Happy Monday, let's hang out!!
2025-03-3134 min
Become An Author Podcast With Jessie BowenBecome an Author Podcast -Join Dr. Jessie Bowen on the Become an Author Podcast as he sits down with Grand Master Amanda Marie Illescasššļø New Podcast Episode!
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Join Dr. Jessie Bowen on the Become an Author Podcast as he sits down with Grand Master Amanda Marie Illescasābestselling author, founder of Master Mom, and co-owner of Olsonās Martial Arts Academy. š„āØ
This podcast is sponsored by Elite Publications. "Everyone has a story you just have to get it out."
Amanda has dedicated her life to leadership training, character development, and empowering others. In this episode, she shares how writing books has expanded her influence, helped her connect with...
2025-02-0634 min
Baby Then What2.12: The Dedicated Dads Q&A ā Amanda & Jessieās Husbands on Pregnancy, Birth & FatherhoodWeāve talked about them all season, and now itās their turn on the mic! This week, Amanda & Jessieās husbands join us to share their dad perspectivesāthe funny, the scary, and the completely unfiltered.In this episode, we cover:Jessieās second birth from her husbandās point of viewWhat itās really like being around us while weāre pregnant (their words, not ours)The funniest and scariest dad moments theyāve had so farSeeing if they can actually name common pregnancy and postpartum product...
2024-08-0234 min
Baby Then What2.1: Is Natural Birth REALLY That Painful? Jessieās No-Epidural Story, Midwife Care & NICU ReflectionsIf youāve ever wondered what a natural birth without an epidural is really like, Jessie is here to spill all the details. From the pain (yes, itās real) to the recovery, sheās sharing her full birth storyāthe raw, unfiltered version you donāt always hear.In this episode, we talk about:Jessieās experience with a no-epidural natural birthPostpartum care with a midwife vs. traditional hospital follow-upsThe emotional rollercoaster of early newborn lifeAmandaās story of navigating the NICU with her babyWhether y...
2024-05-1732 minThe Motherhood Collective Co58. Tackling Intrusive ThoughtsWhat are they? Why do we have them? How do we navigate the anxiety that comes along with them?
We share our personal experiences and give you tools to conquer the blight that is intrusive thoughts.
We hope after listening to this episode you feel a little more 'normal,' you have the tools to overcome the power they hold of you, and you rest assured that you are a good mom.
**No specific/graphic intrusive thoughts are shared in this episode. This episode is inspiring and not triggering.
2024-04-1542 minThe Motherhood Collective Co57. A Tough Conversation About Posting Our Children Online
Buckle up, let's have an uncomfy conversation.
What are the dangers of posting our children's faces on social media? What will their futures look like? What are the possible repercussions? Can there be a balance of sharing and protecting?
We let you guys into the very vulnerable thoughts in our heads surrounding this topic when it comes to our own children. We take you through our thought process, our decisions, and how we executed our plans.
2024-04-081h 09The Motherhood Collective Co56. You Asked: Transitioning From Bedsharing Q+AWe answer listener's questions about transitioning out of bedsharing this week. This episode is full of sound advice on listening to your intuition as a mama and practical advice on infant/toddler sleep!
2024-03-171h 01The Motherhood Collective Co55. Interview With a Sleep SpecialistWe interview Kaite @thenotsotiredtoddler about toddler sleep. We ask her what's normal, how to navigate the hard, what to expect, and how to cope with our own unmet expectations and frustrations. It's a breath of fresh air to speak to a sleep consultant who openly co-sleeps and listens to any mama's intuition on what looks right for their own family.
2024-03-1156 minThe Motherhood Collective Co54. Transition Your Child From Bed-SharingThis week we dive into one of our most requested topics: transitioning your child from co-sleeping into their own bed.
We each cover our personal experiences with our oldest children. We acknowledge that this is not a 'one-size-fits-all' situation and as always is not medical advice.
We hope this episode is uplifting and helpful.
2024-03-0437 min
The Woofi Show - Smart Dog Parenting for a Modern WorldExploring the Truth of Dog Grooming ft. Amanda & JessieJoin us in this episode as we welcome expert dog groomers Amanda & Jessie from Kayenna Spa to the studio! We're talking all about the fascinating world of puppy grooming, revealing the secrets behind the suds, scissors, and the finesse it takes to make your furry friend look fabulous.
Our groomers share their insights on handling reactive dogs during grooming sessions, offering valuable tips and heartwarming stories of transformation. From unruly tangles to tranquillity, we explore the challenges and joys of pampering pups to perfection.
Discover the artistry behind the grooming room door, as we unveil...
2024-02-2959 minThe Motherhood Collective Co53. Q+A Improving Your Marriage After KidsIt's a new week! We are diving back into episode 51. Improving Your Marriage After Kids to answer your questions.
We dive deeper into dating, sex, and connection and get a little more specific on the topics you wanted to explore more.
2024-02-261h 01The Motherhood Collective Co52. Let's Get Vulnerable: February Q+A Pt 2Welcome back to our February Q+A, where we finish answering your questions. This week we chat about our favorite activities to do with our kids, tips for starting your own business, how to handle people who get awkward talking about financial success, getting backlash from family about parenting, our plans for growing our families, getting things done when your baby only wants to be held, our opinions on baby led weaning and early introductions to allergens, breastfeeding, and leaving our kids with trusted caretakers.
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Don't Step on the BluebellsAffirmations That Actually Work: Rewiring Your Mind for Healing ā Jessie ParkerSend us a textIn this episode, host Amanda Parker interviews her sister Jessie Parker about the transformative power of affirmations. They discuss how affirmations can be used to rewrite unhelpful beliefs that were often formed in childhood, and to consciously cultivate more supportive, empowering beliefs instead.Jessie stresses the importance of uncovering your true underlying beliefs first before creating affirmations, so they can fully align with your deeper self. She shares how affirmations work best when you engage your whole being - mind, body and emotions. Visualizations, feeling the emotions you want to cultivate...
2024-02-151h 00The Motherhood Collective Co51. Improving Your Marriage After KidsHappy Valentine's Day! We chat this week about improving your marriage after having children. How do we communicate? How do we argue healthily? How important is intimacy? How do love languages play into our marriage? Why are my estrogen levels important?
Marriage is much deeper once having kids, so let's talk about how to make it healthy and happy.
The sex-ed episode we chat about is episode number 14, don't forget to check it out!
2024-02-121h 07The Motherhood Collective Co50. February Q+A Pt 1Let's dive into your questions. We chat about feeding your family healthy food on a budget, resources for a planned cesarean birth, spanking/punishing children, listening to your intuition as a mama, intimacy while co-sleeping, building your village of friends and care team professionals, milestones for your baby and how to cope with not hitting them, and more!
Episode resources:
Amanda's doula: https://www.instagram.com/madison.doula/
podcast and books for cesarean: https://www.thevbaclink.com/podcast/
https://www.amazon.com/My-Caesarean-Twenty-One-C-Section-Experience/dp/1615195521
https://www...
2024-02-051h 13The Motherhood Collective Co49. The Help You Need to Reach Your 2024 GoalsWe dive into your resolutions. We asked you: what are your resolutions? What do you need help with?
In this episode, we chat about adjusting to being a mother, yelling less at your kids, controlling your finances, decreasing screen time, turning back to Christ, distinguishing between fear and warnings from the Lord, and how to stop caring about what others are thinking of you.
Come sit with us and talk about everything our listeners want to change in 2024.
2024-01-2956 minThe Motherhood Collective Co48. The Ins and Outs of 2024What's in an what is out this year according to Jessie and Amanda? We talk about ditching the crunchy community, taking steps to heal your marriage after having a baby, listening to the Lord before turning to Google, connecting with God and our families before connecting with our phones, and so much more...
We hope you enjoy one of our most revealing and inspiring episodes yet!
2024-01-151h 04The Motherhood Collective Co47. AssumptionsIn this episode, we respond to listeners' assumptions about us. We talk about the reality of 1-1 time with our husbands as moms of littles, intuitive mothering, having patience with your children and others, mom guilt, and personal stories that should help you get to know us on a deeper level.
2024-01-081h 13
Leaders Of The WestSustainably Scaling a Business with Amanda Kimes
On todayās episode, I have the inspiring Amanda Kimes as a guest on the show and weāre talking all about scaling a business. Amanda shares the value of having an organized hiring plan, the necessity of slowing down to focus on internal restructuring, and tips when it comes to working with friends. She also shares her insights on embracing failures and the importance of trusting your gut.Ā Ā Resources & Links:
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2023-12-1937 minThe Motherhood Collective Co46. Hot Topics for ChristmasWARNING- we talk about Santa in the middle of this episode. Please be careful when listening around children who still believe.
Come chat with us! We chat this week about the high expectations surrounding Christmas, how to handle people posting photos of your children, how to tackle those tricky sleep schedules when it comes to the holidays, Santa (how to participate in a healthy way and how to handle others input when you don't participate), how to handle family who don't respect your parenting choices, and seriously so much more.
Please join us for the last episode of the year...
2023-12-181h 09The Motherhood Collective Co45. Catch Up with Jessie!Jessie is back! We go over her birth with Ledger, talk about the hard truths of repeat cesareans, and chat about how to talk to a friend who just had a cesarean.
We are so excited to both be here this week!
2023-12-111h 08The Motherhood Collective Co44. Bonus! You don't want to miss this Q+ALet's get real. Amanda answers all of your questions from this week's q+a box.
We chat about how to help your sick baby, when to get help when they are sick, dealing with being the primary parent, infant sleep schedules and regressions, screen time, tantrums, anxiety around leaving your child, healing your baby's gut, vaccines, chiropractic, how to prepare for baby number 2 AND MORE.
Hopefully, you find this candid episode helpful and refreshing.
If you want to submit questions for these episodes then please follow us on Instagram @themotherhoodcollectiveco
2023-12-041h 17The Motherhood Collective Co43. Postpartum NutritionAmanda hosts holistic nutritionist Cait Crowell to chat and answer your questions about nutrition postpartum. What foods are best postpartum? What are the best snacks to keep bedside? Is losing weight postpartum realistic while breastfeeding? How should we detox from the medication birth sometimes requires? Are some foods harmful to eat while breastfeeding? How do we best support our hormones postpartum?
We take a deep dive into making sure you know and understand how to be nourished and heal your body after you've just created and birthed your new best friend.
Products Mentioned
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2023-11-271h 11The Motherhood Collective Co42. Postpartum: Re-entering the Corporate World After Maternity LeaveAmanda hosts Jetta who gives us the scoop on re-entering the corporate world after maternity leave. We chat about pumping at work, maintaining supply, healthy snacks to have with you, finding "balance," finding balance in responsibility with your husband, finding time for yourself, and re-entering workplace politics.
Have a great Thanksgiving mamas!
Show notes: the company we mentioned that will ship milk for you is Milk Stork https://www.milkstork.com/
2023-11-201h 13The Motherhood Collective Co41. Postpartum: Postpartum Mood DisordersJessie's sister, Amanda joins your host Amanda for a chat on postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and postpartum rage. Why do these things happen? How can we prevent or minimize our chances of struggling with them? How do you know that you are in fact struggling? Who can you talk to? What should you tell your husband while preparing for the birth of your child?
We take a deep dive into the world of postpartum mood disorders in the hope that you won't have to suffer as we did.
2023-11-131h 00The Motherhood Collective Co40. October Q+A Part 2Let's get to the rest of your questions! In this episode we talk about: How do I have a relationship with Christ as a new mom? What does co-sleeping actually LOOK like? Why doesn't my baby like being with her dad? Is this normal and how do I fix it? What is taboo with breastfeeding in public? is 13 months too old to breastfeed? Is it safe to bed share with my baby if I am bottle feeding? Can I bedshare with my baby if they are born before full term? I also respond to a mom who told us she...
2023-10-3046 min
The Fearless Warrior Podcast012: Leading with Resilience, Jessie Warren's Approach to Overcoming ChallengesToday's episode is from our Guest Speaker recording vault. Jessie Warren, former FSU and pro player with the USSSA Pride, spoke to our warriors in March of 2022. In our conversation, Jessie turns her gaze towards leadership, accountability, and how to triumph over challenges. She gives us a peek into what it truly means to be a leader, how to cultivate genuine camaraderie on and off the field, and the role of trust within a team. Jesse opens up about her personal experiences of dealing with negativity and encourages listeners to engage in discussions and ask questions. She emphasizes that...
2023-10-2534 minThe Motherhood Collective Co39. October Live Q+A (Instagram Live)Welcome Back! In part one of our latest q+a we answer your questions about pregnancy and breastfeeding safe beauty/body products, when to get rid of your baby's pacifier, dealing with postpartum anxiety, what you need and don't need on your baby registry, how to know when you're ready for baby number two, how to deal with pushy in-laws, what to do for a baby with colic, transitioning from bedsharing to a floor bed, maternity leave in America, pregnancy after miscarriage (when to try again and how to deal with fear), and what we are doing different between baby...
2023-10-231h 04The Motherhood Collective Co38. Postpartum: 6 WeeksIn this series, we chat through all things postpartum. In this episode, we tackle the six week benchmark. What does it really mean to be 6 weeks postpartum? Am I really ready for things like exercise and sex? What should I be aware of during this time and what has proven to be helpful/unhelpful?
Join us for another week in our series: Postpartum!
2023-10-0956 minThe Motherhood Collective Co37. Postpartum: Bedsharing + BeyondIn this series, we are chatting through the fourth and oftentimes most neglected trimester: postpartum. There are so many new decisions we have to make as parents, and a lot of them are not easy ones to make. Most of them don't even have a very clear "right" or "wrong" direction. Sleeping is no exception. What happens if I didn't plan on bed sharing and then when I get my baby home, I decide I want to? Is there a way to do it safely or is it inherently dangerous? Why is it so scrutinized? Join us for another episode...
2023-09-251h 08The Motherhood Collective Co36. Postpartum: The First Few WeeksIn this series, we talk through the in's and out's of the fourth trimester: postpartum. We share some basics of what to bring in your hospital bag, what to expect heading home from the hospital, and how that initial period of time can unfold. Postpartum is a huge adjustment: introducing pets and siblings, juggling expectations and boundaries with your newborn and others, and trying to figure out how to best care for yourself. We give some fun ideas of how to make the transition easier, as well as some things you can prep ahead of time to make postpartum as...
2023-09-1856 minThe Motherhood Collective Co35. Catch Up With Us: Amanda's Birth, Jessie's Pregnancy, and Our Next Event!We have missed Amanda over the course of the last couple months and in this episode we take the time to just catch up and see how she's doing after her birth and in her postpartum! We also talk through Jessie's pregnancy a bit, how it has all gone, as well as a little about her birth plans.
We are so excited to announce our next event for September 30th, later afternoon/evening. We plan to have a cozy space to just come, have some yummy fall treats, sit around a fire, and just hang out! We will have more...
2023-08-211h 06The Motherhood Collective Co34. Redemptive Birth Stories: Two Time Cesarean Birth with PaigeIn this series, we will be hearing from women about their experience with birth. We will be hearing the inās and outās of how their births felt for them, what they chose and why they chose that, and experience it alongside them as they relive it for themselves!
In this episode, we chat with Paige about her journey to motherhood. She talks through her first pregnancy and loss, and how that affected her in her subsequent pregnancies. She shares about her first birth with her daughter, Chandler, and how that birth affected her postpartum. Then we get to hear...
2023-08-071h 08The Motherhood Collective Co33. Redemptive Birth Stories: Hospital Induction Birth Due to Diabetes with EmilyIn this series, we will be hearing from women about their experience with birth. We will be hearing the inās and outās of how their births felt for them, what they chose and why they chose that, and experience it alongside them as they relive it for themselves!
In this episode, we chat with Emily about her first birth with her son. She knew she would have to be induced with him due to her preexisting diabetes. She chats through her anxieties going into birth, and how she helped herself combat that, as well as how she felt she...
2023-07-311h 09The Motherhood Collective Co32. Redemptive Birth Stories: Two Time Cesarean Birth with MarinIn this series, we will be hearing from women about their experience with birth. We will be hearing the inās and outās of how their births felt for them, what they chose and why they chose that, and experience it alongside them as they relive it for themselves!
In this episode, we chat with Marin about her first birth with her son. She had been told he was a girl her whole pregnancy, and her birth turned chaotic when his heartbeat was lost during labor, which resulted in an emergency cesarean. She had attempted a VBAC with her seco...
2023-07-241h 03The Motherhood Collective Co31. Redemptive Birth Stories: First Time Mama Home Birth with AnnaIn this series, we will be hearing from women about their experience with birth. We will be hearing the inās and outās of how their births felt for them, what they chose and why they chose that, and experience it alongside them as they relive it for themselves!
In this episode, we chat with Anna about her first home birth with her daughter. We chat through how she decided to have a home birth, and how her pregnancy progressed under the care of her midwife. Anna also shares the mental and physical battles she fought throughout her labor expe...
2023-07-1153 minThe Motherhood Collective Co30. Redemptive Birth Stories: Unmedicated Hospital Birth + Birthing Center Birth with TaylorIn this series, we will be hearing from women about their experience with birth. We will be hearing the inās and outās of how their births felt for them, what they chose and why they chose that, and experience it alongside them as they relive it for themselves!
In this episode, we chat with Taylor about her first birth in a hospital, as well as her second birth in a birthing center. Taylor shares how positive of an experience she had at the hospital, and yet why she also chose not to return for her second birth. She chat...
2023-07-031h 02The Motherhood Collective Co29. Redemptive Birth Stories: Medicated Hospital Induction due to Hypertension with AmandaIn this series, we will be hearing from women about their experience with birth. We will be hearing the inās and outās of how their births felt for them, what they chose and why they chose that, and experience it alongside them as they relive it for themselves!
In this episode, we chat with Amanda about her first birth in a hospital. Sometimes our birth plans go out the window in the face of an unpredictable diagnosis, and sometimes inductions are medically indicated. She had to be induced for hypertension at 37 weeks and she talks through how despite havi...
2023-06-271h 03The Motherhood Collective Co28. Redemptive Birth Stories: Home Birth + Free Birth with DaeshaIn this series, we will be hearing from women about their experience with birth. We will be hearing the inās and outās of how their births felt for them, what they chose and why they chose that, and experience it alongside them as they relive it for themselves!
In this episode, we chat with Daesha about her three home births! Daesha is a mother of 3, ages 3 and under. Her youngest child was born less than a month ago. She is primarily a stay at home mom, but she also sets some time aside each week to support other moth...
2023-06-191h 09The Motherhood Collective Co27. Redemptive Birth Stories: Unmedicated Hospital VBAC with StephanieIn this series, we will be hearing from women about their experience with birth. We will be hearing the inās and outās of how their births felt for them, what they chose and why they chose that, and experience it alongside them as they relive it for themselves!
Meet Stephanie!
Stephanie lives in Colorado with her husband, Joey of 6 years, her 3 year old son, Judah, and her 15 month old daughter, Shiloh. She stays at home with her kids as she has always dreamt of. She is extremely passionate about the rhythms of her home, homemaking, and spiritual disciplines with...
2023-06-121h 05The Motherhood Collective Co26. Road to Baby: Fertility with LorenIn this series, we will be covering all things preconception, fertility, pregnancy in each trimester, labor and delivery preparation, and birth. In this episode, we chat through the inās and outās of fertility with Loren Sophia.
Loren Sophia is a functional fertility coach who serves women trying to get pregnant, who are pregnant, and postpartum women. She is passionate about helping women uncover their innate fertility within them. She has countless free guides to help you navigate your fertility, and hosts weekly Facebook lives that provide opportunities to have Q & Aās. She is also soon launching a precon...
2023-06-0546 min
Queen City Connect PodcastCharlotte's Personalized Embroidery Experts: Taylor and Jessie of Thoughtfully Threaded In the latest episode of the Queen City Connect podcast, I dive deep into a captivating conversation with Taylor Peter and Jessie Grapes. Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of these two remarkable entrepreneurs, the dynamic duo behind Thoughtfully Threaded. Ā Based in Charlotte, their business specializes in creating personalized embroidery products. During our chat, we delve into the enduring friendship between Taylor and Jessie, tracing their path toward establishing this thriving monogramming venture. Website - https://thoughtfullythreaded.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thoughtfully_threaded/
2023-05-2437 minThe Motherhood Collective Co25. Road to Baby: MiscarriageIn this series, we will be covering all things preconception, fertility, pregnancy in each trimester, labor and delivery preparation, and birth. In this episode, we chat through the inās and outās of miscarriage. Why is this something we are chatting about in the first place? How does miscarriage happen and how does it affect the person going through it? How do you deal with loss and maintain hope? What can I expect, practically, should I experience loss? Is there testing I can seek out after a loss that might give me some more insight into what might have happ...
2023-05-2259 minThe Motherhood Collective Co24. Road to Baby: Labor and DeliveryIn this series, we will be covering all things preconception, fertility, pregnancy in each trimester, labor and delivery preparation, and birth. In this episode, we chat through the inās and outās of labor and delivery. When do I want to think about going to the hospital? What can I do to stay comfortable in early labor? Are there things that I can opt out of if I plan to have a hospital birth? What is the truth behind some of the typical hospital procedures during labor? How do you respond when others have negative things to tell you abou...
2023-05-1559 minThe Motherhood Collective Co23. Road to Baby: Preconception with Cait CrowellIn this series, we will be covering all things preconception, fertility, pregnancy in each trimester, labor and delivery preparation, and birth. In this episode, we chat through the inās and outās of preconception. We got the chance to chat with preconception specialist: Cait Crowell.Ā
Cait Crowell is a root cause practitioner and the founder of CrowellĀ + Co: a fully online, remote health practice that focuses on root cause healing for people who want answers to their chronic health challenges. The hundreds of clients CaitĀ + her team work with each year are people who are sick of seeing multiple provide...
2023-05-081h 08The Motherhood Collective Co22. Road to Baby: The Third Trimestern this series, we will be covering all things preconception, fertility, pregnancy in each trimester, labor and delivery preparation, and birth. In this episode, we chat through the inās and outās of the third trimester. What makes the third trimester difficult?Ā What can you expect symptomatically in the third trimester?Ā How can you stay comfortable? Is the growth scan necessary and beneficial to the outcome of my pregnancy? Should I be taking a birth class? Is my due date an eviction date? How do I approach induction with my provider? What is the truth about Pitocin? What about breech...
2023-05-0145 minThe Motherhood Collective Co21. Road to Baby: The Second TrimesterIn this series, we will be covering all things preconception, fertility, pregnancy in each trimester, labor and delivery preparation, and birth. In this episode, we chat through the inās and outās of the second trimester. Why is the second trimester always viewed as the ābestā trimester? What can you expect symptomatically in the second trimester? What tests are available and are they all necessary? What are some alternatives to these tests? What can you expect at your anatomy scan and from some of the potential findings? Do you really have more energy in the second trimester?Ā
Join us for the s...
2023-04-241h 02The Motherhood Collective Co20. Road to Baby: The First TrimesterIn this series, we will be covering all things preconception, fertility, pregnancy in each trimester, labor and delivery preparation, and birth. In this episode, we chat through the in's and out's of the first trimester. What can you expect symptomatically in the first trimester? What are some ways you can cope with those symptoms? What are some therapies you can utilize before and during pregnancy that increase the likelihood for a healthy pregnancy and delivery? How do you go about choosing the right provider for prenatal care and birth? Do you really need to avoid certain foods? Join us for...
2023-04-181h 02
The Artisan Creator PodcastEP 2 Amanda Maiorano - Recipe developer, Dietitian, Food Photography & StylingWelcome to Episode 2 of The Artisan Creator Podcast where we dive into the incredible journey of Amanda Maiorano, a certified dietitian-turned-content creator extraordinaire! š Amanda has built a thriving business by crafting mouth-watering recipes that don't compromise on nutrition or taste. š„š
In this episode, we get the inside scoop on how she partners with major brands like Keep it Cleaner, developing their dietitian-approved reciples. We explore the ins and outs of content creation, how she's harnessed the power of social media to expand her reach, and the unique challenges she's faced as a dietitian in the digit...
2023-04-0642 minThe Motherhood Collective Co19. Relationships as a Mother: HusbandsHow do your relationships change after you become a mother? In this series, we are diving into all of the relationships we have as mothers and how to best navigate them. Our husband are the most important relationships we have, and therefore it is SO important to foster them well. This means tackling the hard things, prioritizing time together, and learning to genuinely understand and empathize with each other's points of view. In this episode, we had a Q&A and got to discuss some of the questions and struggles our listeners are going through. Join us for another week...
2023-04-0354 minThe Motherhood Collective Co18. A Pause for Easter: Keeping Christ the FocusWe are taking a break from our relationship series to observe Easter and chat through some meaningful traditions that we can pass onto our children. We got to chat with Kierra, a mama of two living in Hawaii, about all of the ways her own mother incorporated Easter traditions. We learned a lot from her and can't wait to do some of these with our own children! Happy Easter everyone.
2023-03-2744 minThe Motherhood Collective Co17. Relationships as a Mother: In-LawsHow do you navigate relationships as a mother? How do you set boundaries with your in-laws in ways that are kind but also concrete? How do you navigate tricky situations where you are feeling uncomfortable but aren't quite sure how to communicate that? When might it be appropriate to say "goodbye" to some of these relationships temporarily or even permanently? In this episode, we answered all of your questions that you sent in to us regarding in-laws, and we loved getting to help you tackled some of these hard conversations! Join us for another week of our series "Relationships as...
2023-03-201h 03The Motherhood Collective Co16. Relationships as a Mother: FriendshipsWhat does making friendships as a mother entail? Where do you even go about finding good mom friends and what does it look like to pursue friends alongside navigating motherhood? In this episode, we discuss the importance of friendships as a mother and how to best seek out quality relationships. We know that this can be a difficult aspect of motherhood and that is part of why we started the Motherhood Collective! If you are local, we host events for mamas to meet and mingle and find their people! Join us for our next event in April.
2023-03-061h 04The Motherhood Collective Co15. Diet Culture + Body Image While Raising ChildrenHow has diet culture affected our body image as adults? What are some of the things diet culture promotes and why is it so damaging? How can we teach our children about what is nourishing and healthy without mirroring shame cycles surrounding food and exercise? What are some things we can be on the look out for in order to better help our littles navigate this world with confidence in their bodies? In this episode, we dive into all things diet culture and body image, including why it matters so much and what we can do about it! Join us...
2023-02-2756 minThe Motherhood Collective Co14. Sex Ed for a Fulfilling, Intimate MarriageWhat is the run down on the female anatomy? How do we come to understand our cycles and our hormones and our bodies? How does being knowledgeable about all of this aid in better intimacy with our spouses? How can we raise our children to know and understand what we do not first know and understand? In this episode, Amanda takes us through more of an educational episode regarding all things sex, anatomy, and intimacy. Grab a notebook and a coffee and join us for this girls talk! This episode is explicit and we would recommend headphones for listening!
2023-02-1456 minThe Motherhood Collective Co13. Dealing With Purity Culture While Raising ChildrenHow do we navigate the looming notion of all that our children will be exposed to eventually? How do we protect their hearts and also teach them that sex in the right context is nothing to be ashamed of? What is the balance between taking the morals that purity culture promotes, and also ensuring a shame-free atmosphere as we teach out kids all about sex? In this episode, we discuss all of the things that purity culture nails, and all of the ways that it also absolutely fails. We discuss different ways to approach hard topics like sex and how...
2023-02-0648 minThe Motherhood Collective Co12. Teaching Our Children Consent: Why, How, WhenHow do we teach our children about their bodies and their private parts in a way that avoids shame? How does teaching anatomically correct body parts help protect our children from sexual abuse? How do I enforce boundaries with my child to teach them that they can say "no" whenever they are uncomfortable? What are some things we can do as parents to uphold and teach those body boundaries? In this episode, we discuss the importance of teaching our children about their bodies and about consent as early as possible. We also talk through age appropriate language and some helpful...
2023-01-301h 01The Motherhood Collective Co11. Interview With "Attachment Nerd" Eli HarwoodWhat does a licensed family therapist have to say about raising children? What are the long-term repercussions and benefits rooted in different kinds of parenting tactics? How does parenting out of connection instead of control help to raise emotionally regulated children?Ā
In this episode, we interview and chat with Eli Harwood. Eli Harwood is a licensed therapist, author, and educator who is passionateĀ about helping people develop secure attachment relationships with their children and partners. Eli is trained in EMDR and has worked with individuals, couples and families for the past 15 years in treating complex trauma, and sexual abuse. She is...
2023-01-2355 minThe Motherhood Collective Co10. Posting Our Children OnlineWe live in a technology-driven world, and there is a growing rise in the availability and accessibility of online platforms and social media apps. How do we approach this as parents? What is the harm in posting our children online? How do we know what the right decision is for our families? Does it really even matter, at all? In this episode, we talk though some of the growing concern surrounding posting our children online, as well as what we have decided to do and why.
2023-01-1642 minThe Motherhood Collective Co09. Sex and Our Bodies PostpartumWhat does it feel like to be a postpartum mama looking at yourself in the mirror? How does our body change and what are some common feelings surrounding that? How does sex change and what are some of the factors surrounding those changes? In this episode, we dive into sex and our bodies postpartum, as well as some resources and tips during this time to help you and your partner.
2023-01-0933 minThe Motherhood Collective Co08. Faith, Postpartum, and Trauma, Oh My!What does faith look like postpartum or after going through something really hard? What can we do to guard our hearts and spirits in a vulnerable time like postpartum? In this episode we discuss some of the ways our faith was tested in our trauma, and some practical things that helped us in our faith postpartum.
2023-01-0236 minThe Motherhood Collective Co07. Birth Trauma: What Is Birth Trauma?What is birth trauma? How do I know if myself or someone I love has experienced birth trauma? What are some circumstances that make the outcome of birth trauma more likely? In this episode, we address all of this and give some practical tips on things that you should and should not say if someone you know is going through this.
2022-12-2237 minThe Motherhood Collective Co06. Birth Trauma: Interview with Trauma TherapistIn this episode, we interviewed a therapist and asked her some relevant questions regarding PTSD and Birth Trauma. While she couldn't attend in person, we have her answers written and discuss her responses to our questions.
2022-12-2219 minThe Motherhood Collective Co05. Birth Trauma: PTSD + EMDRHow does PTSD present in our brains and what does it feel like to struggle with trauma? What are some options for therapy and resources to help?
2022-12-2235 min
The Motherhood Collective Co01. Welcome Mama Friends!This is an introduction episode to let us know who we are, and what you can expect from The Motherhood Collective Co! Thank you for listening. We are so happy you are here!
2022-12-1803 minThe Motherhood Collective Co04. Merry Christmas! Wait, Is Santa Cancelled?In recent times, the character of Santa Clause has been debated. We have been left to wonder whether or not we should be participating as parents, and as Christians. We talk through the most common concerns regarding Santa, our own personal opinions surrounding each concern, as well as some fun ideas to make Jesus the center of the season. Whether you choose to do Santa or not, we want you to know: You are doing an amazing job! Merry Christmas!
2022-12-1835 minThe Motherhood Collective Co03. Birth Trauma: Amanda's Birth StoryTrigger Warning: Birth Trauma and Sexual Abuse discussed. Amanda gave birth to her son 3 years ago and talks through how it all unfolded. She speaks on how her previous trauma from her childhood surfaced in her birth, and how that took her from a birthing center to a c-section in the hospital. She touches on the importance of healing, forgiveness, and how that affected her postpartum journey. We ask that you listen with kindness, grace, and understanding as she navigates her trauma.
2022-12-1854 minThe Motherhood Collective Co02. Birth Trauma: Jessie's Birth StoryTrigger Warning: Birth Trauma discussed. Jessie gave birth to her daughter 2 years ago and talks through how it all unfolded. She speaks on the cascade of interventions that took her from desiring a non-medicated birth to being in an emergency c-section, and all of the details along the way. She touches on the importance of advocating for yourself, and trusting your intuition. We ask that you listen with kindness, grace, and understanding as she navigates her trauma.
2022-12-1845 min
Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowJessie Eblen of SouthernChick Quilts - Ep. 41In this episode, Amanda chats with vintage quilter, Jessie Eblen. Jessie started SouthernChick Quilts in 2019, and loves to work with vintage pieces, helping to repair them for longer term use and preservation. Jessie learned to quilt the "old fashioned way" and has only recently given in to owning a sewing machine. Her love of hand-crafting goes so far as to have something with her at all times. If her southern charm doesn't get you hooked, then her insight into repairing quilts will. Cozy up and enjoy!Find Jessie here:Ā website: https://www.southernchickquilts.com/facebook: h...
2022-10-241h 26
Old Soul Young WorldOSYW š Episode 66: WORDS FOR THE SOUL ft. Amanda Sheaš„š«š£It gets realer than real on this weekās Old Soul Young WorldšÆš
Tune in with Amanda Shea ā¼ļøāØpoet, artivist, educator, truth speaker š£āš½š
Breaking the barriers for being a voice in Boston- Amanda expressing her passion thru art & proves that spoken word is so much MORE than a performance while she developed her development though open mics š¤ š„
We dive into what it means to be a layered soul and the responsibility that comes with being a truth seeker/speaker.
Amanda is involved in @activiating.artivism a festival š£āš½amplify black & brown artists in the community.. stay tuned for a dat...
2022-07-111h 39
Rodeo RamblināS2:E7 Part 2 of Chasinā Time with Jessie Ann ChrismanAmanda and Jessie are back with the second half of this fun interview! They dive into the barrel racing industry as a whole, supporting your friends, the ācontroversialā topic of Buy Backs and Jessieās long term goals for the Yeti Classic Futurity and Chasin Time Productions. Kick back, relax and enjoy two friends just having a chat. Enjoy!
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2022-05-191h 10
True Creeps: True Crime, Ghost Stories, Cryptids, Horrors in History & Spooky StoriesSatanic Panic Injustice: The Murders of Steven Branch, Christopher Byers & Michael Moore and the West Memphis Three (Jason Baldwin, Jessie Misskelley, & Damien Echols)Join us while we discuss a quintessential true crime case from the Satanic Panic. We'll discuss the 1993 murder of Steven Branch, Michael Moore, and Christopher Byers then the ensuing trial against three teenagers: Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin, and Jessie Misskelley. We'll also touch on evidence acquired after the trial, other suspects, case updates, and M-Vac DNA technology. Join our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/truecreepspodcast/s/JVToI0ykGEJoin our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449439969638764A special thank you to our jam thief, Mary Quiton!
2022-05-061h 05
Rodeo RamblināS2:E6 Part 1 of 2 Chasinā Time with Jessie Ann Chrisman - Owner/Producer of Chasinā Time ProductionsAmanda & Jessie team up to talk about the what itās like to produce barrel races in a thriving barrel racing industry. They dive deep into the joys and the struggles it takes to get a production company off the ground and growing. They also talk, in depth, about Jessieās big barrel racing futurity, the Yeti Classic. So, barrel racers, hold on tight for this ride. Itās gonna be a good one!
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2022-05-061h 11
The Unapologetic EntrepreneurEp. 146: Creating A Sustainable Yoga Business - Part 1 (with Jessie Reino)If youāve ever struggled as a business owner or felt alone or like youāre the only one dealing with that particular struggle, this episode was recorded for you. What started as a conversation to talk about a success story turned into one of the richest conversations yet. Overall, the takeaway is: when thereās success, thereās also struggle. My guest Jessie Reino shares so much and I know youāll get a lot from this one. Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.amandamckinney.com/podcast
2022-05-021h 09
Become An Author Podcast With Jessie BowenBecome an Author Podcast with Jessie Bowen and Karen Eden HerdmanShow hosts Karen Eden Herdman and Jessie Bowen, an award-winning author. This week's special guests will be Amanda Olson and Andrea Harkins as they share how their books have influenced their lives and the lives of others, opening the doors to new opportunities and financial success.
Have you been thinking about publishing a book or do you need help marketing your book? Contact Jessie Bowen for a free "Publish My Book Today" coaching session.
Jessie Bowen Become An author for Martial Artists:Ā https://rb.gy/axkon2
Karen Herdman:Ā https://rb.gy/iy2sdk
Amanda Ol...
2022-04-0853 min
The Power To Live Your Vision PodcastBecome an Author Podcast with Jessie Bowen and Karen Eden HerdmanShow hosts Karen Eden Herdman and Jessie Bowen, an award-winning author. This week's special guests will be Amanda Olson and Andrea Harkins as they share how their books have influenced their lives and the lives of others, opening the doors to new opportunities and financial success.
Have you been thinking about publishing a book or do you need help marketing your book? Contact Jessie Bowen for a free "Publish My Book Today" coaching session.
Jessie Bowen Become An author for Martial Artists:Ā https://rb.gy/axkon2
Karen Herdman:Ā https://rb.gy/iy2sdk
Amanda Ol...
2022-04-0853 min
AMAA Masters & Pioneers PodcastBecome an Author Podcast with Jessie Bowen and Karen Eden HerdmanShow hosts Karen Eden Herdman and Jessie Bowen, an award-winning author. This week's special guests will be Amanda Olson and Andrea Harkins as they share how their books have influenced their lives and the lives of others, opening the doors to new opportunities and financial success.Have you been thinking about publishing a book or do you need help marketing your book? Contact Jessie Bowen for a free "Publish My Book Today" coaching session.Jessie Bowen Become An author for Martial Artists:Ā https://rb.gy/axkon2Karen Herdman:Ā https://rb.gy/iy2sdkAmanda Ol...
2022-04-0853 min
Bold Intentional LifeEmbrace Your Sexuality and Improve All Areas of Your Life with Amanda LouderTodayās Guest: Amanda Louder Certified Sex and Marriage Coach Find her on IG here.Ā Check out everything Amanda does here
2021-10-2036 min
Hopeful Birth PodcastEpisode 014: Amanda WoodIn episode number 14, Amanda Wood, my friend and mentor is on the podcast sharing about her two births. She tries to say that she doesnāt remember all of the details, but even with 16 years having passed since her first birth, she has SHARP memories of her birth. And sweetly, she can clearly point out how the Father met her in her births.Ā Amanda has worked with me over the last few years on applying the gospel to any situation in my life - to see where I am standing firm in Him or where Iām lacki...
2021-09-211h 05
Leaving Religion: a GuideJessie Funk: Leaving Mormonsism felt like death by a 1,000 paper cuts.Are you a victim to the culture of Mormonism? Have you experienced being shamed for who you were or what you were choosing because your loved ones chose the Mormon culture over you? Well you are not alone! My guest today is the amazing Jessie Funk. You may have heard about her, @dearauntjessie, from her singing and sharing her talent with EFY. MaybeĀ you have seen her speak, or seen her work with the youth, her books that she's published or more recently her events and retreats that she is facilitating. Jessie is a power house and I was t...
2021-09-1545 min
Big Queer Book Club PodcastSam Brinton & Dr. Jessie Freyermuth - Tomorrow Will Be Different by Sarah McBrideThis is a special episode because we chat with friend and super-human person, Sam Brinton of The Trevor Project (to name only one thing they are involved with) as well as Dr. Jessie Freyermuth (spouse of 1/2 of the pod).Ā We all read and chatted about the book Tomorrow Will Be Different by Sarah McBride.Ā This book was unexpectedly sad but overwhelmingly awesome.Ā Sarah McBride is changing our country for the better with her work in the US Government.Ā Ā Before she became the first transgender person to speak at a national political convention in 2016 at the age of 26...
2021-09-101h 06
The UX Hustle#30: Poetry, UX, Identity, and Fear with Jessie LianIn this episode, Jessie and Amanda openly discuss the ups and downs of associating UX to your personal identity and an all-in mindset. After burning out in a past tech career and diving into UX head first, Jessie and Amanda talk about the challenges of giving our career more meaning and the pressure we put on ourselves. As Jessie's dove into her love for poetry, she talks about what she's learned through the creative process and how it relates to her UX career.
Jessie is an experience designer by day and a poet by night (or early...
2021-07-2853 min
PFM: Pure F***ing Magic! Podcast w/ Amanda Lee2. Releasing Codependency to Unblock Creatively with Actress Jessie Wray GoodmanIn this episode of PFM: Pure F***ing Magic, I sat down with Jessie Goodman. Jessie is an actress, professor, social worker, and writer. She shares how her personal journey of doing the inner work to decondition from her codependent programming has helped her find greater freedom in her artistry and flow in her life.
If youād like to contact Jessie, you can email her at: jessiewraygoodman@gmail.com
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2021-07-1342 min
HyPODermicEpisode 6: Fluffy Butt Love & Cults - OH MY! Feat. Jessie SheddonOh boy, oh boy, oh boy are you going to have a FIELD DAY with us this episode. We are talking all things mental health en la mode. And by en la mode we mean we are losing our minds. But that is A-ok my friends. You may get lost, but you will *never* get bored. Least of all when our guest, Jessie Shedden takes to the mic and lets you in on how she built herself back up after escaping a cult four generations in.
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2021-02-241h 21
AMAA Masters & Pioneers PodcastAMAA AUTHORS MONTH GUEST MASTER AMANDA OLSON, HANSHI STEVE KAUFMAN, HANSHI JESSIE BOWEN, AND PROFESSOR GARY LEE.CHECKOUT THE 2020 OFFICIAL AMAA AUTHORS MONTH GUESTMASTER AMANDA OLSON, HANSHI STEVE KAUFMAN, HANSHI JESSIE BOWEN, AND PROFESSOR GARY LEE.BRINGING YOU OVER 50 YEARS IN THE PUBLISHING AND SPEAKING BUSINESS.Become An Author in 2021 Sponsored by Elite Publications.Click the link below to attend and get your publishing questions answeredNew Release Become An Author for Martial Artistshttps://store36983797.company.site/Becoming-An-Author-for-Martial-Artists-p236858962These martial artists have authored over 40 books combined, not including audiobooks, online training courses, and corporate training classes.--- This episode...
2020-11-2558 min
The DISabled to ENabled podcast for people with chronic illnesses133. Amanda Webster | Part 3: Halloween at Hogwarts!In this episode, youāll learn Amanda's not-so-super-quick secrets. Youāll discover their favourite book, favourite place, scariest thing theyāve done and (our favourite) the weirdest thing theyāve ever done. What actions do they think needs to change to help people with chronic illnesses. Discover what is still possible after a diagnosis or accident, only on the DISabled to ENabled podcast.Ā Want to WIN a copy of our best selling ENabled Warrior Symptom Tracker?Ā Ā Enter the giveaway by going toĀ www.mybookgiveaway.comĀ to enter your details in Facebook messenger (lo...
2020-09-1100 min