Jessica Dahlquist - Podcast Details

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Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 334: The Pandemic through the Lens of a 10 year old with Parker Dahlquist Today my guest is my 10 year old son, Parker. He is going to share his experience with going through the past year of the pandemic. He is an outgoing, active young man and the limitations caused by quarantine really challenged him physically and emotionally. So maybe your kids have struggled too (haven’t we all???) and this episode will help shed some light on the common feelings of kids recently. This Show is Sponsored by…. Ana Luisa jewelry not only creates beautiful jewelry at affordable prices, but they are very intentional about carbon emis...

2021-02-1000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 334: The Pandemic through the Lens of a 10 year old with Parker Dahlquist Today my guest is my 10 year old son, Parker. He is going to share his experience with going through the past year of the pandemic. He is an outgoing, active young man and the limitations caused by quarantine really challenged him physically and emotionally. So maybe your kids have struggled too (haven't we all???) and this episode will help shed some light on the common feelings of kids recently. This Show is Sponsored by.... Ana Luisa jewelry not only creates beautiful jewelry at affordable prices, but they are very intentional about carbon emissions starting with the sourcing of raw materials...

2021-02-1000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Bonus Podcast by Parker Dahlquist My son Parker had to do a multimedia project for his 5th grade class. He wrote a story and then had to present it in a multimedia medium. He is my son after all, so he chose to create a podcast. So we interrupt the mom topic episodes with this two-minute podcast from my son Parker called “The Universes Collide.” We will return to regular programing on Wednesday:)

2020-11-1802 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Bonus Podcast by Parker Dahlquist My son Parker had to do a multimedia project for his 5th grade class. He wrote a story and then had to present it in a multimedia medium. He is my son after all, so he chose to create a podcast. So we interrupt the mom topic episodes with this two-minute podcast from my son Parker called "The Universes Collide." We will return to regular programing on Wednesday:)

2020-11-1802 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 16: Living with MS as a Single Mom with Jessica Peterson Today my guest is Jessica Peterson. She's amazing. She's a single mom of three, who also lives with MS. In the fall, she was also involved in a very serious car accident, so to say she understands how to deal with challenges in an understatement. Today's conversation is so incredible as we learn more about facing challenges with grace and positivity. Enjoy! Show Notes: Follow her on IG @itsjessicameagan And the blog is https://itsjessicameagan.blogspot.com/ Today's Show is Sponsored by... Hylands is a homepathic answer to ear pain and the related symptoms. This is the perfect answer for sw...

2019-04-1600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 16: Living with MS as a Single Mom with Jessica Peterson Today my guest is Jessica Peterson. She’s amazing. She’s a single mom of three, who also lives with MS. In the fall, she was also involved in a very serious car accident, so to say she understands how to deal with challenges in an understatement. Today’s conversation is so incredible as we learn more about facing challenges with grace and positivity. Enjoy! Show Notes: Follow her on IG @itsjessicameagan And the blog is https://itsjessicameagan.blogspot.com/ Today’s Show is Sponsored by… Hylands is a homepathic answer to ear pain and...

2019-04-1600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 10: Intentional Memory Making with Jessica Smartt Today my guest is Jessica Smartt. Jess tells the story of how memory making became a larger focus in their family. She also wrote a book called “Memory Making Mom“. Be sure to check out her book to learn more about this journey and how you can incorporate this intention more in your own life. Show Notes: Check out Jess on Instagram or on her website Buy her book “Memory Making Mom“ This Show is Sponsored by… Taxes stress me out. That’s why I LOVE TurboTa...

2019-03-0500 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 10: Intentional Memory Making with Jessica Smartt Today my guest is Jessica Smartt. Jess tells the story of how memory making became a larger focus in their family. She also wrote a book called "Memory Making Mom". Be sure to check out her book to learn more about this journey and how you can incorporate this intention more in your own life. Show Notes: Check out Jess on Instagram or on her website Buy her book "Memory Making Mom" This Show is Sponsored by... Taxes stress me out. That's why I LOVE TurboTax Live, so I can get all my questions answered from professionals who know what...

2019-03-0500 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 285: What’s Happening with the Podcast? In 2019 you’re going to notice some changes to the podcast. Including, a new name! Tune in today to learn about what’s going on, and what else I’m releasing in December/January that will help you to believe more in your own story and how extraordinary YOU are! Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-11-3000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 282: One Way We Strengthened Our Marriage with Jessica and Pete Dahlquist Today my guest is my husband, Pete, and we're sharing about something we've done recently to strengthen our marriage. It only takes 5 minutes a day, but I guarantee it will increase your fondness for your partner. The book we listened to was this. This Show is sponsored by... Modcloth is a fantastic online store featuring the most beautiful clothing! I especially love Modcloth for their dresses and when I recently checked out their holiday sweaters, it was all I could do to not buy multiple! To get 15% off your purchase of $100 or more, go to www.modcloth.com and enter c...

2018-11-1600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 282: One Way We Strengthened Our Marriage with Jessica and Pete Dahlquist Today my guest is my husband, Pete, and we’re sharing about something we’ve done recently to strengthen our marriage. It only takes 5 minutes a day, but I guarantee it will increase your fondness for your partner. The book we listened to was this. This Show is sponsored by… Modcloth is a fantastic online store featuring the most beautiful clothing! I especially love Modcloth for their dresses and when I recently checked out their holiday sweaters, it was all I could do to not buy multiple! To get 15% off your purchase of $100 or more...

2018-11-1600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 280: Rising from Poverty and Raising 7 Kids as a Single Mom with Rachel Martin Today my guest is the incredible Rachel Martin. After living in poverty and facing dramatic financial stress, she proactively sought to change her family’s trajectory. Not only that, she has 7 children and she is currently a single mom. Amazing doesn’t even begin to describe her movie-like story. I was so inspired by Rachel and I know you will be too! Show Notes: Book link: https://waterbrookmultnomah.com/books/565671/the-brave-art-of-motherhood-by-rachel-marie-martin/#opn Rachel’s blog: www.findingjoy.net This Show is Sponsored by… Vistaprint is the perfec...

2018-11-0600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 279: Four Books I HIGHLY Recommend, and a Chat with Author Hayley Morgan Today my guest is author, Hayley Morgan. She’s sharing about her new book “Preach to Yourself”, and we are chatting about how we can merge the disconnect between our head and our heart, and really live into what we know is true. Such a fantastic book! I also want to share three other books I have loved lately! Check out the show notes for links: Show Notes: Check out Hayley’s book and her Instagram feed Recommendations: Hope Squad (and the podcast here), Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, and Educated C...

2018-11-0200 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 276- Teaching Our Kids to Be Strong and Protect the Weak with Kristi Hayes Today my guest is the amazing Kristi Hayes, who started the organization Be Strong Story. It all started with a simple lunchbox note her husband wrote for her son, and it forever changed the mission of their family. She also has an awesome pre-motherhood professional life that we talk about and I share one of my most embarassing moments. It’s an inspiring conversation and I hope you’ll get involved with empowering your kids to be strong, protect the weak, and love everyone! Show Notes: Follow Be Strong Story on Instagram C...

2018-10-2300 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 275: “A Look in the Mirror at Motherhood” by Jessica Dahlquist Today I’m reading an essay I wrote a while back on the amazing website Power of Moms, about an experience I had simply looking in the mirror. It really reframed how I viewed my life and motherhood experience and I wanted to share it with you today. You can also read the essay here.

2018-10-1900 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 275: “A Look in the Mirror at Motherhood” by Jessica Dahlquist Today I'm reading an essay I wrote a while back on the amazing website Power of Moms, about an experience I had simply looking in the mirror. It really reframed how I viewed my life and motherhood experience and I wanted to share it with you today. You can also read the essay here.

2018-10-1900 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 274: Divorce, Loss, Adoption and Seeking Joy with Nikki Harmon My guest today is the truly extraordinary Nikki Harmon. Nikki and I are childhood friends, and I’m so grateful we reconnected for this interview. Nikki is a marriage and family therapist and jokes that she’s the marriage therapist that can’t stay married. We talk about her divorces, being a single mom, losing her mom to cancer, and about the recent adoption of her son from Bulgaria. It’s never a dull moment around the Harmon home. You’re going to love hearing about her story and learning from the ways she endured those challenging seasons. En...

2018-10-1600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 272: Choosing Happiness with Alli Worthington Today my guest is Alli Worthington. Alli is releasing a new book centered around the topic of happiness, so today we are chatting about her motherhood journey, how happiness has evolved over the years, and how she endured challenging times (like homelessness) with hope and perspective. She’s wise and fun and funny. You’re going to love this conversation! Show Notes: Pick up her book “Year of Living Happy“ I’m loving her podcast so add that to your queue Follow Alli on Instagram or check out her blog

2018-10-0900 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 271: Meal Planning and Making Dinner Happen with Tiffany King Today my guest is Tiffany King. She’s a cookbook author, blogger, and mom and today we are chatting about meal planning, prioritizing dinner with your family, and her favorite meals to serve her family in busy seasons of life! Show Notes: Eat at Home website Eat at Home Facebook page Eat at Home Tonight cookbook site Be sure to look up the app Favoreats for your iphone! Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-10-0500 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 270: Body Image and Owning the Life You’re Living with Ashley Reeves Today my guest is Ashley Reeves, of Ashley’s Fresh Fix. Ashley is an amazing mom of four, has an incredible online presence and business online, she’s a cheerleader of women, and all around the friend you want to have! We’re hearing more about her motherhood journey, how she has come to a place of body love and acceptance, how she instills confidence in her kids, and so much more. Loved our conversation and you will too! Show Notes: Follow Ashley on Instagram Be sure to download her FREE meal plan...

2018-10-0200 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 269: My Favorite Inspirational Follows on Social MediaToday I wanted to share some of my favorite people to follow online, who serve as great examples, inspirations, and who provide great practical ideas for me to implement in my home. So, maybe you’ll gain some new meaningful follows today: @wanderandscout @kellyejensen @homegrowntraditions @simplyonpurpose @nothingdownaboutit @minutewithmads @organizinghabits @funcheaporfree @msrachelhollis, Rise and Rise Together Podcast @livefreecreative Other Podcasts I love: Awesome with Alison, 3 in 30, Therapy Thoughts (@mindful counseling), Ellen on the Go Connect with Je...

2018-09-2800 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 268: Infertility and Adoption with Amy Jackson Today my guest is Amy Jackson. Amy is an extraordinary mom of four, who shares today about her journey through infertility and adoption. She is so wise and I love hearing what she learned from her challenges. She actually nominated the birth mom of her daughter on a past Mom of the Month episode, and you can listen in to my conversation with Courtney here. Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook// Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com This Show was Sponsored by… I want to thank Prep Dish for...

2018-09-2500 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 267: Sleep Questions ANSWERED with Marietta Paxson Today my guest is giving the ultimate gift to moms everywhere… SLEEP! Marietta shares about her own motherhood journey, her struggle with postpartum depression and sleep issues, and how she now coaches other women to get their babies sleeping through the night. She gives so much practical advice, but I also love that it’s not just about sleep. It’s about prioritizing what you need and not feeling guilty asking for help. Such a powerful message. Show Notes: First, here is link to Facebook Messenger where anyone who wants to connect with me and learn...

2018-09-2100 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 266: Five Kids in Five Years While Working with Courtney Dana Today my guest is Courtney Dana. She is the mom of five kids and five years, she works outside the home, and she’ overall just a really intentional, loving mom. We chat about how life has changed since the chaos of toddlerhood, how she accepts each of her children just as they are, and so much more! It’s a conversation that feels like you’re just chatting with your neighbor and you walk away so inspired! Enjoy! Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com Today’s show is sp...

2018-09-1800 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 265: “Stretched too Thin” Book Club with Jessica Turner My guest today is a second time visitor to the podcast. Jessica Turner was on 2 years ago talking about her first book "The Fringe Hours". Definitely check out her episode on that here. And now she's back to talk about her second book, "Stretched Too Thin." This book will really offer support and insight to working moms who feel like they have a lot of balls in the air and they are trying to do it all. So Jessica talks about why she wrote the book and she shares basic tips for all moms to prioritize their values. Definitely pick...

2018-09-1400 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 265: “Stretched too Thin” Book Club with Jessica Turner My guest today is a second time visitor to the podcast. Jessica Turner was on 2 years ago talking about her first book “The Fringe Hours”. Definitely check out her episode on that here. And now she’s back to talk about her second book, “Stretched Too Thin.” This book will really offer support and insight to working moms who feel like they have a lot of balls in the air and they are trying to do it all. So Jessica talks about why she wrote the book and she shares basic tips for all moms to prioritize their valu...

2018-09-1400 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 264: Social Media with Anna Macfarlane of Anna is the Worst Today my guest is truly the best even though you know her mostly as @annaistheworst on Instagram. Anna Macfarlane is here today talking about her motherhood journey and she shares her expertise on social media and the advice she’s giving to moms everywhere. She wrote two guides to help families navigate social media and the internet, and she’s giving those away on my Instagram. Also, if you’d like to buy them TODAY, you can use the code EMP for $12 off either guide! Amazing. Enjoy Anna! Show Notes: Check out Anna on Ins...

2018-09-1100 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 263: NEW Parenting Q&A with Jessica Lamb of Skip to My Luca Jessica Lamb from @skiptomyluca is back answering some of your parenting questions. She's amazing and I can't wait for you to learn from her wisdom! * How to handle pushback from a child? They won't get ready for school. They push back about going to soccer practice. How do we encourage compliance? * How do I handle backtalk? * My commonly goes to extremes. How do I help them work through extremes and tantrums? Show Notes Check out Jessica on Instagram Check out her amazing parenting E-book Check out Jessica's other episodes here and here and here Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: j...

2018-09-0700 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 263: NEW Parenting Q&A with Jessica Lamb of Skip to My Luca Jessica Lamb from @skiptomyluca is back answering some of your parenting questions. She’s amazing and I can’t wait for you to learn from her wisdom! How to handle pushback from a child? They won’t get ready for school. They push back about going to soccer practice. How do we encourage compliance? How do I handle backtalk? My commonly goes to extremes. How do I help them work through extremes and tantrums? Show Notes Check out Jessica on Instagram Check out her amazing parenting E-book Check out Jessic...

2018-09-0700 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 262: Being a Single Mom, Undergoing a Mastectomy, and Empowering Women with Kristen Carbone Today my guest is the amazing Kristen Carbone. She’s a single mom of two, underwent a preventative mastectomy, and now has her own business supporting women who have experienced cancer or breast reconstruction. She is such an inspiration and a true example of the power of women! Show Notes: On Instagram @kristen_brilliantly @brilliantly.co Web: brilliantly.co Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-09-0400 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 261: Easing into School and Homework with Meg Flanagan of MilKids Ed Today my guest is Meg Flanagan, the founder of MilKids Ed. She is so awesome in helping families to navigate their child’s educational journey. If you’re struggling with your child’s teacher, homework, or any other educational needs, this episode is for you. Check out her resources in the show notes! Show Notes: Facebook: www.facebook.com/milkidsconsulting Twitter: www.twitter.com/milkidsed Instagram: www.instagram.com/milkidsed Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/milkidsed Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-08-3100 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 260: Down Syndrome and Prioritizing Your Own Mental and Physical Health with Jill Hodges Today my guest is my good friend, Jill Hodges. Jill is a Wonderwoman! On the episode, I share my first impression of Jill and she shares how she stood me up on our first lunch date:) Jill is a mom of three, and her oldest daughter has Down Syndrome. We talk about finding out about her daughter’s diagnosis, how she decided to have more kids when she felt overwhelmed, how things had to get worse with her health before they could get better, and so much more. Jill is truly extraordinary, and I love to...

2018-08-2800 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 259: Journeying Through Loss, Adoption, Betrayal, Growing a Business, and more with Janet Rinaldi Today my guest is Janet Rinaldi. You guys aren’t going to believe the twists and turns of her story! We cover it all. Infertility and miscarriage, foster and adoption, becoming a guardian of her niece, divorce, and building a business. It’s truly remarkable and throughout it all, Janet is relentlessly determined and proactive to find joy. She’s now remarried and has a much larger blended family so we talk about that too. Check out the show notes for where you can find her cookie business! Show Notes: http...

2018-08-2100 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 258: Being CEO of Your Home with Kristin Andrus Today my guest is the incredible and energetic Kristin Andrus. I have long admired Kristin for not only her ability to juggle 6 kids, including twin two-year-old boys but also her ability to prioritize her life in a way that includes her passions like fitness and food. We have the best discussion about addressing the resentment that was building from her husband being gone a lot for work, building community, making time for her priorities, and what happiness looks like to her. You’re going to love this deep dive with Kristin! Show Notes:...

2018-08-1400 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 257: Adventuring with a Child with Special Needs with Paige Flamm Today my guest is amazing Paige Flamm. When she found out her daughter had special needs, she wondered what life would look like… could they still travel and be outdoors like they once enjoyed? Could they still have a social life? Would she know how to “positive parent” her in the same way she did her son? Because she decided that her daughter and her family’s potential did not have to be limited by a diagnosis or label, they set out to enjoy the world! With some adaptations and determination, she shares today how their family is thriv...

2018-08-0700 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 256: Identifying Post-Partum Depression in Yourself When You are a Mental Health Professional with Stefani Reinold Today my guest is the incredible, Stefani Reinold. She’s a board Certified Psychiatrist, maternal mental health expert, anti-diet and body image specialist, author, speaker, podcast host, Army wife and mother of 2. She’s also the founder of Not the Typical Mom: a lifestyle brand dedicated to helping moms break free from society’s standards, find and embrace who they really are so they can kill it in life, love, and business. Today we are talking about her difficulty with identifying her mental health challenges post-partum despite years of counseling others through the same thing. We talk about i...

2018-07-3100 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 255: How Do You View Yourself as a Mom? How do you view yourself as a mom? And the followup question is, and how does that view impact the way you think and behave as a mom? We are in control of our thoughts and those thoughts lead to certain emotions. If you are constantly feeling guilty as a mom, ask yourself, “What I am thinking about that leads to that emotion?” Are those thoughts based on facts and evidence, or are you conjuring up false narratives that contribute to you feeling defeated at the end of each day? I have a great news! If you are...

2018-07-2700 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 254: Talking with Your Kids About Race with Dorena Willamson Today my guest is the dynamic, Dorena Williamson. Dorena is a children’s book author and we are covering the topic of talking to your kids about race on today’s episode. I tried to ask all the questions you or I might want to ask, but might be too afraid to ask. I took one for the team. It was a rich conversation that left me feeling so empowered to cover this topic with my kids. And definitely check out her children’s books, including, “ColorFull”, to help broach the topic with your kids. It’s such a beaut...

2018-07-2400 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 253: What’s Your Brand of Motherhood? with Alison Faulkner Alison Faulkner is the branding queen, as she helps other businesses to find their WHY, own their personal brand message, and share it with the world! Today we are not only sharing about some of the work she does, including the re-launch of her incredible Audio Courses, about working with Brands and Influencers, but we also talk about how motherhood has shifted for her since getting hit by a car in December. We also talk about investing in yourself and not shying away from change. So just a few light topics:) Enjoy, the Alison Show! ...

2018-07-2000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 252: Eating Disorder Awareness with McCall DempseyToday my guest is McCall Dempsey. We cover a lot of ground in this interview, as we discuss her battle with an eating disorder, her daughter’s diagnosis with cancer, and her founding of a nonprofit that promotes eating disorder awareness. Even if you’ve never had an eating disorder, this is a conversation about overcoming the limiting beliefs and challenges that can really hold you back from loving your life and being happy. Show Notes: www.mccalldempsey.com www.southernsmash.org www.facebook.com/mccallmanningdempsey and /southernsmashings www.instagram.com/mccalldempsey and /southernsmash This Show is Sponsore...

2018-07-1700 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 251: Q&A with Jessica Lamb Today Jessica Lamb is back for another Q&A episode, answering some of her most commonly asked questions. Her insights are always spot on. These are the questions we’ll be covering: My child is clingy or preferential to one parent. What if my spouse and I aren’t on the same page in terms of parenting style? My spouse thinks positive parenting is too lax. How do we establish a united plan? My child struggles with bedtime and always pushes the limits? How do I get them to listen, follow a structure, and stay in bed...

2018-07-1300 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 251: Q&A with Jessica Lamb Today Jessica Lamb is back for another Q&A episode, answering some of her most commonly asked questions. Her insights are always spot on. These are the questions we'll be covering: * My child is clingy or preferential to one parent. * What if my spouse and I aren't on the same page in terms of parenting style? My spouse thinks positive parenting is too lax. How do we establish a united plan? My child struggles with bedtime and always pushes the limits? How do I get them to listen, follow a structure, and stay in bed??? Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook...

2018-07-1300 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 250: Parenting a Differently Wired Child with Debbie Reber Today my guest is Debbie Reber. Debbie is a mom of one son, who she describes as “differently wired.” As she navigated both the social and education paths of helping him to succeed, she has learned a lot that we can now all learn from as we try to meet the needs of our kids. It’s no easy task but when we are able to embrace our kids as they are and support them where they are at, there is tremendous freedom in that. Enjoy! Show Notes: Tilt Parenting: http://www.tiltparenting.com Tilt Pa...

2018-07-1000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 249: My Experience as a Military Wife Today I’m sharing about my experience as a military spouse. I never dreamed this would be my life, but here we are and I’m so grateful for all the lessons I’ve learned in this wild journey. Tune in to find out a little more about our story. Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook// Email jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-07-0600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 248: Having QUADRUPLETS and Military Life Abroad with Rachel BuecheleToday my conversation is the with AMAZING Rachel Buechele, who is not only a military wife abroad, but she is also a mom to QUINTUPLETS! In honor of the Fourth of July, I wanted to hear from a military mom that is really sacrificing and supporting her husband in his role as a military mother. AND she has a British accent to top it all off. Happy Fourth of July! Show Notes: Check her out on Instagram Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-07-0300 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 247: Postpartum Yoga and Rebuilding Your Core with Catherine Middlebrooks Today I’m chatting with Catherine Middlebrooks, founder of the website brbyoga.com. This yoga system is designed for postpartum women hoping to strengthen their core and rebuild their pelvic floor. We also talk at length about selling her home and traveling in an RV around the country with her family. It’s a fun conversation and I hope you enjoy it. Show Notes: Check out brbyoga.com facebook.com/brbyoga instagram.com/brbyoga This episode is sponsored by: Don’t let the difficulty of getting to the gym keep yo...

2018-06-2900 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 246: Down Syndrome, Cancer, and Finding Joy with Terah Jones Today my guest is the amazing Terah Jones. I was first captivated by Terah’s darling pictures of her cue Indy Llew on Instagram, and when I found out about her most recent battle with cancer, I have been completely drawn in by their story. You see, this conversation today with Terah is about envisioning a different future than you once thought, but embracing every step with joy. First, finding out at birth of Indy’s Down Syndrome diagnosis and coming to terms with that reality. And then getting this recent diagnosis and having your life...

2018-06-2600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 245: Recovering from a TBI After Falling off a Cliff with Extraordinary Kid Abby Ward It’s our first Extraordinary Kid Episode! Today my guest is the incredible Abby Ward. Abby’s mom Janie was on the show last year, speaking about her daughters 70 foot fall off a cliff while hiking, and her recovery from extreme injuries. Now, Abby is here speaking for herself about the various challenges she faced growing up, what she remembers about the fall, how her recovery has been, and how she views the future. It is incredibly inspiring that a young person can have so much wisdom and perspective. Enjoy! Show Notes: F...

2018-06-2200 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 244: Loving Others as They Are with Nina Brostrom Today my guest is the amazing Nina Brostrom. Nina is a mom of four boys, some of whom have ADHD. In this conversation, we talk about the struggles of some of her kids, her own battle with control, and in the second half we talk about how her brother coming out as gay completely changed the way she viewed those who were different than her. Not only that, but after opening her eyes to the LGBTQ community around her, she saw a need for additional resources and support and she did something about it. This is not an episode about t...

2018-06-1900 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 243: Losing His Wife and Loving Again with Daniel Brooker Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads out there. Today, we are hearing from an Extraordinary Dad, Daniel Brooker. You might remember his now wife, Brittany Price, from episode 138, where she shared about becoming a widow, enduring that difficult time, and then finding love again. Well, Daniel was her love at the end of that difficult road, and ironically enough, he had travelled a similar path. Today we are talking about adoption, losing his wife, grief, and also finding great love again in Brittany. Blending families is not easy, but I admire how he shares ca...

2018-06-1500 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 242: Divorce, Finding Your Strength, Organization, and More with Lori Schegel Today my guest is the incredible Lori Schlegel. We cover a lot of ground in this episode as she very bravely shares about going through a difficult divorce, finding her inner strength, starting her own organization business, and her recent remarriage, which made her an instant step-mom to three additional sons. There’s something for everyone in this episode, but mostly it’s about hope and believing that God wants the best for us. Even when our vision looks differently than we might have thought, we can become stronger and be blessed even more richly than we thou...

2018-06-1200 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 241: Foster Care with Stephanie Nelson In keeping with the foster care theme, I’m speaking with Stephanie Nelson, an extraordinary mom who has provided a home for several foster care children over the years, and now she is in the process of adopting her current foster child! This interview will give you better insight into the foster care world, what it’s like to have a child reunified and say goodbye, and what she’s learned through being involved in this community. Stephanie is an incredible person and I’m so honored that she shared her journey on the show! Show Not...

2018-06-0800 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 240: Supporting Foster Families with Susan Ramirez Today, my conversation is with the incredible woman behind Austin Angels, Susan Ramirez. I can’t believe she’s on the show! Susan saw a need in the foster care community for additional support for the families who take in foster children. So, she took her drive and experience from her corporate job and put all her energy into founding this incredible nonprofit. Now she helps hundreds of kids to feel love and build their skills and confidence, so that they can lessen the stats of kids exiting the program at 18. We also talk about her own moth...

2018-06-0500 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 239: Protecting Your Kids From Sexual AbuseI know, not the most fun topic to cover. But since our kids are getting older and my husband is an attorney assigned to the victims of sexual assault/abuse, we have really gotten more serious about how to protect our kids against this very common occurrence. So I’m sharing specifics about sexual abuse, common signs of offenders, kids who are at risk, and the boundaries we have in place to help protect our kids. Just because you don’t talk about this issue doesn’t mean your family is not at risk. In fact, it probably means you ar...

2018-06-0100 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 238: Living Your Purpose and Finding Peace in Your Final Days with Michelle Kaley Today my guest is the truly extraordinary, Michelle Kaley. Her friend reached out to me to tell me some of her story and I knew she would be a guest like no other. Michelle is a mom of four, a dance teacher and studio owner, a light in her community, and two years ago she began her fight with cancer. A few weeks ago, she received some devastating news that her time left here on earth is short, and she was kind enough to spend an hour with me to share about her motherhood journey, what her...

2018-05-2900 min

2018-05-2500 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 237: Special Needs and Positive Parenting Q&A with Jessica LambJessica Lamb is back to answer some specific questions related to behavior for both children with special needs and typical children. Here's what we are covering today: * We've all had that situation when we are out in public with our kids and they notice someone with a visible difference, or maybe they notice that another child is acting differently than they would expect. That may result in staring or they may ask a question that we don't know how to respond to, or that is uncomfortable or insensitive. Help the mom listening who wants to learn how to handle that...

2018-05-2500 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 237: Special Needs and Positive Parenting Q&A with Jessica LambJessica Lamb is back to answer some specific questions related to behavior for both children with special needs and typical children. Here’s what we are covering today: We’ve all had that situation when we are out in public with our kids and they notice someone with a visible difference, or maybe they notice that another child is acting differently than they would expect. That may result in staring or they may ask a question that we don’t know how to respond to, or that is uncomfortable or insensitive. Help the mom listening who wants to learn...

2018-05-2500 min

2018-05-2200 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 236: A Crash Course in Special Needs Parenting with Jessica Lamb Jessica Lamb is better known online as Skip to my Luca, where she shares all about her family, her son Luca’s special needs, and tips for parents with children with Special needs. She is a Special Ed teacher and overall extraordinary human being. Today we are chatting specifically about her motherhood journey and perspective on parenting a child with special needs, but she’s coming back to specifically answer any questions you have. So leave them in the comments! Show Notes: Website: skiptomyluca.com Instagram: Instagram.com/skiptomyluca Connec...

2018-05-2200 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 236: A Crash Course in Special Needs Parenting with Jessica Lamb Jessica Lamb is better known online as Skip to my Luca, where she shares all about her family, her son Luca's special needs, and tips for parents with children with Special needs. She is a Special Ed teacher and overall extraordinary human being. Today we are chatting specifically about her motherhood journey and perspective on parenting a child with special needs, but she's coming back to specifically answer any questions you have. So leave them in the comments! Show Notes: Website: skiptomyluca.com Instagram: Instagram.com/skiptomyluca Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com This Show is Sponsored by...

2018-05-2200 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 235: What is a Birth Journal with Julie TobiJulie Tobi is the founder of the Birth Journal, a memory keeping book for you to record your personal birth experience. Today we are chatting about her own birth experience, why she decided to create this product, and what she has learned from other people about their birth experiences. Heather Nash Photography http://heathernashphotography.com/ and @heathernashphoto Show Notes: Check out: thebirthjournal.com @thebirthjournal on Instagram Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-05-1800 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 234: Using Writing to Process Life’s Challenges with Rachel Nielson Rachel Nielson is my totally amazing guest today. She is the host of 3 in 30 Podcast, she has two darling kiddos, and she’s faced a lot of challenges in her life that have gotten her to where she is today. Losing her mom in her teens, pursuing adoption and IVF (at the same time!), and processing through all if it through writing… today we’re chatting about it all! She’s extraordinary and I know you’re going to want to whip out your journal after you listen! Show Notes: Rachel’s Website: 3in3...

2018-05-1500 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 233: Mindset Shifts that Have Elevated My Motherhood Happy Mother’s Day! Today I’m sharing 5 mindset shifts that I’ve made that have helped me really enjoy and thrive in motherhood so much more than I did in my early days. These might apply to you, or you might consider some of your own and I’d love to hear from you. How have you changed the way you THINK about motherhood in order to enjoy it more? Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-05-1100 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 232: Believing that There is Always Good Ahead with Crystal Sparks Crystal Sparks is an extraordinary mom of two kids, a pastor, and a friend to everyone she meets. Today we are talking about keeping the faith, even in the face of trials. After a miscarriage, her son’s health concerns, and just life in general, we chat about how we can turn to God to trust that He will see us through every challenge. It’s a message of hope for all and I can’t wait for you to listen in. Show Notes: Instagram: crystal_sparks YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel...

2018-05-0800 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 231: “You’ve Got This Mama” with author Andrea Williams Need a meaningful gift for someone you love this Mother’s Day? Send them a copy of Andrea Williams’ new book, “You’ve Got This Mama!” (and don’t forget to pick up a copy for yourself. Thoughtfully written, cleverly illustrated, and beautifully hand-lettered, this book is perfect for a mom at any stage. Today I’m chatting with Andrea about how this book came to be and what she would tell her 70-year old self:) Show Notes: Check out Tubby Todd Bath Products and get a copy of the book on www.tubbytodd.com

2018-05-0400 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 230: Taking time for Mother Care with Dayna Kurtz Today I’m speaking with extraordinary mom and now author, Dayna Kurtz. Dayn and I are chatting specifically about Mothercare and making yourself a priority. It’s a struggle for so many moms I know and our conversation feels so empowering, and reassures you that putting yourself back on the list is NOT selfish! Show Notes: Get your copy of “Mother Matters“ Follow along with her on her website This show is sponsored by: Want a way to preserve your family’s memories? Want the perfect, sent...

2018-05-0100 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 229: The Surprising Reason I Started the Podcast I’ve talked before about how I do the podcast, why I started, etc… But there’s one reason that I haven’t really talked about publicly on the show. And anytime I share this reason with people in one-on-one conversations, people are always surprised and pleased to know this detail. So hopefully it will encourage some of you to not let your weaknesses hold you back and to creatively think about ways to confront your challenges. Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com This show is sponsored by… ...

2018-04-2700 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Re-launch of Ralphie Jacobs Positive Parenting from Simply on Purpose If you need a dose of positive parenting, actionable parenting tips, and perspective, Ralphie is your gal. I’m going to her parenting workshop this Saturday, so she’s been on my mind and I wanted you to easily find this episode if you haven’t already listened. Enjoy! Show Notes: Follow Ralphie on Instagram Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-04-2500 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 228: Walking Through the Uncertain with Leah Lewis Today my guest is the amazing Leah Lewis. Leah is a mom who is no stranger to uncertainty. When her son wasn’t meeting developmental milestones, she started to realize something wasn’t right. After YEARS of various doctors and testing, he finally got the diagnosis of Cabeza Syndrome, a very rare disorder. While this news was helpful in some ways, there still was and still is a lot of uncertainty as they seek to get him the help he needs and open doors for his future. She now helps support other families of children with special need...

2018-04-2400 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 227: Book Club “Read Aloud Family” with author Sarah Mackenzie You guys are in for such a treat. Today I’m chatting with blogger, podcast host, reader extraordinaire, and now AUTHOR… Sarah Mackenzie. Sarah is well known for her knowledge of all things reading, and today we are talking not only about the benefits of reading, book recommendations, the hows of reading to your kids, but we are also chatting about her motherhood journey and how all this looks in her home. It is a fantastic conversation and you’re definitely going to want to pick up her new book because it is full of valuable information and the...

2018-04-2000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 226: Autism Awareness with Kristen Cillo Today I’m chatting with Kristen Cillo, of the Mama Bee Well podcast, about her unexpected start to motherhood, how she overcame a compulsion for exercise and obsession with healthy eating, and how their life changed when her son was diagnosed with Autism. April is Autism Awareness month, and I hope that my conversation with Kristen gives you hope and information to learn more about this diagnosis, and all the ways that it might change your life AND make it that much more special! Show Notes: Check out her website Mamabeewell.com And on Inst...

2018-04-1700 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 225: How to Save for College NOW with College Backer co-founder Abby Chao Have you started saving for your kids’ college education? I haven’t. Until now! Abby Chao co-founded College Backer, which helps people to plan ahead so the finances of college are not such a burden. Today she’ll share powerful information to get you started and she even gives an incredible to offer to our listeners. Show Notes: Take advantage of a free $25 when you open an account with just $25 to start https://collegebacker.com/ https://twitter.com/abbychao https://twitter.com/collegebacker https://www.facebook...

2018-04-1300 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 224: Being a Mom as a Paraplegic with Brittany Frank Get ready for an incredible episode today. My guest is Brittany Frank, an extraordinary mom and t12 paraplegic. Today we’re chatting about the accident that changed the course of her life, but that also allowed her to become so much more than the things that once defined her. We are going to talk about identity, adapting to new normals, and her words of encouragement to other women going through a challenge. She exudes joy and wisdom with every word she shares and I know you’re going to love hearing from this amazing mama!

2018-04-1000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 223: How YOU Can Contribute Financially as a Stay at Home Mom with Natali Morris Natali Morris was formerly known as a popular News Anchor, and then she decided to become a stay at home mom. Today we’re chatting about her professional life prior to kids and how she was able to contribute financially to her family when she was no longer bringing home a paycheck. She’ll give you some great ideas about how YOU can help manage your family’s finances and grow your wealth. Show Notes: Check her out on Instagram Check out the resources on her website Or learn to inve...

2018-04-0600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 222: Mom of the Month Award Today is our Extraordinary Mom of the Month episode and it’s a GOOD one! The winner is Kacie Case, mom of three little ones, and today we’re chatting about having the scare of her life when her son was diagnosed with diabetes, how motherhood has changed her, and how she felt about stepping away from a business she started. So encouraging! Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-04-0300 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 221: My Biggest Failure as a MomI’m not saying I’m a failure as a mom. What I am saying, is that we all feel like that from time to time. And I found that usually, my times of inadequacy have a theme. So today I’m opening up about when I feel most like a failure as a mom. The upside to knowing this about myself is that then I can do something about it. Awareness is everything in trying to become a better mom and person each day. So this isn’t an episode about beating myself up. It’s about getting real!

2018-03-3000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 220: Moving Away from Insecurity Towards Confidence with Kayla Aimee Today my guest is the adorable Kayla Aimee, who recently wrote a new book, “In Bloom.” Today we are talking all about her motherhood journey, her triggers of insecurity (which we found out are very similar to mine), how she’s walked towards a path of confidence, and what it was like writing her second book. Loved getting to know her and you’ll definitely want to pick up this very well done book if you have struggled with confidence, comparison, and inadequacy. Anyone??? Show Notes: Book link to buy: https://www.lifeway.com/en/produc...

2018-03-2700 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 219: How to Play with Your Toddler with Autumn McKay Today my guest is Autumn McKay of Best Mom Ideas. She is a toddler activity expert and we’re going to chat about some fun, easy, and inexpensive ways to liven up playtime with your toddler. She is SO good at this and there’s no reason to re-invent the wheel. Listen in for her tips and then check out her resources. Show Notes: www.bestmomideas.com Coupon Code for anyone that purchases a digital book from my website: GIVEME30 Follow her on Instagram @bestmomideas or on Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/bes...

2018-03-2300 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 218: Raising Boys, Prioritizing Values, and Creating New Habits with Merrick White This was my first time speaking with Merrick White, of Merrick’s Art, and her joy is simply contagious! We talked about all the things: Blogging, raising boys, finding the motivation to replace bad habits and the quote that changed the trajectory of her year. Such a fun and rich conversation with someone I’ve grown to really admire online. Show Notes: Follow Merrick on Instagram because she has the cutest fashion And her blog is here You can listen to her sister Janssen’s episode here

2018-03-2000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 217: How to Help Your Kids Eat Your Dinner with Liz Weiss Liz Weiss is my guest today, and she is a nutritionist and overall fountain of knowledge when comes to helping families get healthy! Today we are chatting about her motherhood, dieting, allergies, and how to get your kids to eat what you make for dinner! Loved our chat and I know you’ll walk away with some new food for thought! Show Notes: Author, Color, Cook, Eat! coloring book series Website: Liz’s Healthy Table Listen to my Podcast Read her Blog Twitter: https://twitter.com/lizweiss Facebook: https://www.faceboo...

2018-03-1600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 216: Raising 7 Kids and Life as an Artist with Beth Allen Today, my guest is the incredible artist Beth Allen. Beth currently lives in the midwest with her family of 7 children and is also an artist. Today we chat about raising a large family, her favorite phase of parenting, supporting her husband as he pursued dreams like opening a bakery, and why they moved into a church basement across the country. She’s a fascinating and inspiring mom that you are going to love. And definitely, check out her beautiful artwork! Show Notes: Check out Beth’s website: www.bethallenart.com Follow her on Ins...

2018-03-1300 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 215: Book Club “If You Only Knew” with author Jamie Ivey Today, Jamie Ivey is back on the podcast to talk about her debut book, “If You Only Knew.” I finished it last week, and WOW! It’s incredible. I already loved her from her hit podcast The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey, but this book really makes me appreciate her faith and vulnerability even more. Today we are chatting about what it’s like airing your story even when it’s hard, what role she believes shame plays in feeling confident in sharing our story, and her favorite part of writing the book. So good! Show Notes...

2018-03-0900 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 214: Surviving Cancer While Pregnant with Julie Barron Today my guest is the incredible Julie Barron. Julie supported her husband (then friend/BF) when he was diagnosed with cancer in his early 20’s, then they went on to struggle with infertility, and then after finally starting to grow their family, she found out she had cancer while halfway through her most recent pregnancy. It’s an INCREDIBLE story of hope, perseverance, and love. You do not want to miss this amazing story! Julie is truly extraordinary! Show Notes: Check out Julie on Instagram Website: www.ourcozynook.com A resource for other cancer patien...

2018-03-0600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 213: Self-date night Every week, I go on a date. With myself. Yes, it’s important to date when you are married, but today I’m talking about how this time to myself has drastically improved my self-care, mental state on a day to day basis, and the releasing of guilt that can come when I’m away from my kids. I would love to hear if this is something you do as well? If not, try it! Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-03-0200 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 212: Digging Deep and Finding Inner Confidence with Whippy Today my guest is Becky Crosby, better known to those who love her as Whippy! Whippy is an extraordinary mom, business owner, motivational speaker, and overall a really fascinating human being. When her parents announced their divorce last year, it set her on a new road of personal development, deeper than she’s ever traveled before. We talk about that, her motherhood journey, what some might be surprised to know about her, and how she cultivates confidence. It’s a beautiful and insightful interview, that I’m so excited to share with you. Show Notes:

2018-02-2700 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 211: Mom of the Month Award Today we are honoring an incredible mom who recently lost a son who battled mental health struggles. Over the last two decades, she’s raised 5 kids and faced her share of trials. With a resilient faith and a love of motherhood, she has battled through every one of them. So much we can learn from Melanie Hartzell, our Extraordinary Mom of the Month Award winner! Thank you to Prep Dish for gifting subscriptions to the winner! Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

2018-02-2300 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 210: Finding Meaning in the Hard Times with Natalie Norton Today my guest is Natalie Norton, and if she’s not already on your radar, you will be glad she is after this. Natalie is a wise soul who imparts so much wisdom with those she shares her story with. Today we are talking about facing trial after trial in her own life, the lesson that’s taken her the longest to learn, how she intentionally parents her sons, and the word that I say that is holding me back from accepting where I am at this moment. It’s a profound conversation on motherhood and she was such...

2018-02-2000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 210: Finding Meaning in the Hard Times with Natalie Norton Today my guest is Natalie Norton, and if she's not already on your radar, you will be glad she is after this. Natalie is a wise soul who imparts so much wisdom with those she shares her story with. Today we are talking about facing trial after trial in her own life, the lesson that's taken her the longest to learn, how she intentionally parents her sons, and the word that I say that is holding me back from accepting where I am at this moment. It's a profound conversation on motherhood and she was such a joy to speak wi...

2018-02-2000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 209: Why I Will Never Like to ExerciseI’ve never liked to work out and I figured it would probably always be that way. That is until recently. I realized the power my thoughts have over my actions. And once I shifted my narrative to something positive surrounding health and fitness, my life began to change. So listen in to why I say, “I Will NEVER Like to Exercise!” Show Notes: Check out Rachel’s episode on health and fitness here Check out Rachel’s website to find the next available Body Love Bootcamp! This Podcast is sponsored by:

2018-02-1600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 208: Battling Post Partum Depression with Diana Collins Today my guest is Diana Collins. Diana is an incredible mom and today we are talking about her experience with the loss of a dear friend of hers due to Post Partum Depression, and then her own experience with mental health issues postpartum. I love her vulnerability about this topic so many of us can relate to and I am truly inspired how she has turned a great hardship in her life into something with a purpose and mission. And anyone has the power to do that in her own life. Show Notes: C...

2018-02-1300 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 207: Finding Peace in Your Life with author Kristen Kill Today is a book club episode and my guest is a new author, Kristen Kill. After frustration and exhaustion from her fast-paced life, Kristen intentionally decided she needed to incorporate more times of rest and renewal in order to truly show up and enjoy the other aspects of her life. She wrote “Finding Selah” to offer encouragement and compassion for those similarly caught up in the hurriedness of life. In today’s conversation, we talk about that, as well as her experience with Post Partum Depression, and raising teens. She has the most soothing voice and I’m excite...

2018-02-0900 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 206: Designing Your Life with Emily Lex Today my guest is the delightful Emily Lex, of Jones Design Company. We had a fabulous chat about motherhood and raising teenagers, intentional choices and parenting, and how her company has evolved over the years. She is an extraordinary mom and business owner, that will inspire you to go after your dreams! Show Notes: Check out Emily on Instagram or on her website Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com This Show was Sponsored by: We love RXBars at our house. E...

2018-02-0600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 205: Developing Speech and Intentional Play with Infants and Toddlers with Ayelet Marinovich Today I’m chatting with Ayelet Marinovich, a speech and language pathologist, who also founded the resource Strength in Words. She is passionate about helping parents to foster language and communication in their infants and toddlers and provides a wealth of resources and information to help you to do just that! I learned so much, especially in terms of playing with our babies. They are never too young to benefit from intentional parenting. Enjoy. Show Notes: Strength In Words Website: https://www.strengthinwords.com SIW Community LAB (content and community hub): ht...

2018-02-0200 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 204: Getting HIGH on Fitness with Emily Nelson Today I’m super jazzed to be bringing you my interview with Emily Nelson, co-founder of High Fitness. I have personally taken one of her classes and let me just say, it’s more than a workout class. It’s about using the body you have to move, have fun, dance, and LIVE! So today we chat about building her business, how she feels about the fitness industry, the non-traditional roles in her home, and what she wants to share with her girls about self-image. It’s so good! Show Notes: Follow Em...

2018-01-3000 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 203: Mom of the Month Award You guys made it too hard for me this month and I ended up selecting two winners for the Extraordinary Mom of the Month Award. The first, Niki Cooley, is a mom of three boys, including kindergarten-age twins who were born prematurely. In June, one of the twins was diagnosed with a brain tumor and has been in treatment ever since. Not only that, but the week after his first surgery, Niki gave birth to their third son. She’s a true warrior mom and is so deserving of this honor. Not only that, but after their pl...

2018-01-2600 min

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Episode 195: Let me Recommend an Episode if You _____Where do you even start if you are new around here? Here are my recommendations for past episodes depending on your mood: If you want to cry: Sherrine Hayward (Ep 192), Cori Salchert (Ep 116), Lindsay Ostrom (Ep 142), Jackie Shakespaere (Ep 2 and 3) If you want to smile: Making Mom Friends (Ep 108), Danielle Busby (Ep 86), Mel Gunnell (Ep 60), Jessica Gee (Ep 23), Rachel Tollestrup (Ep 124) If you have a child with special needs: Angela Olsen (Episode 170), Mollie Glasgow (Episode 122), LeeAndra Chergey (Episode 27) If you are in the adoption world: Mollie Glasgow (Ep 122), Wynne Elder (Ep 90...

2017-12-2200 min