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Motherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple30 | Thinking about blogging? Here's why you should start a mom blog today Have you been putting off starting your Blog or another creative outlet? For years, I told myself I didn't have time to blog or that I didn't know how to start a blog. But really, I was afraid. I let insecurities hold me back from pursuing my God-given dreams. If you desire to write or create content to encourage the world, there's a good chance this is a call God has placed on your life and you need to be obedient!   I'm sharing 5 reasons to start your blog today along with some encouragement for the pr...2025-05-2211 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple29 | spiritual disciplines for busy moms of toddlersAre you struggling to make time to read the bible or make time for God as a busy mom of toddlers? I'm sharing some spiritual disciplines working for me right now as a toddler mom along with some tips if you're looking to make a change.   LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ   💻EMAIL ME💻 hello@micaela.ca   CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:51 Podcast update 02:37 Reading the bible as a busy mom 03:42 What's working for me 16:51...2025-05-1921 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple28 | Struggling to pray for your toddler? Pray THIS.Calling all praying mamas! If you're trying to figure out how to pray for your children or what to pray at your toddler's bedtime, I'm here to share some of my favourite prayers for your baby and toddler. We cover prayers for your baby in the womb, prayers for new parents and what I pray now with toddlers. There is no wrong way to pray. I hope this episode will bless you and encourage you to bring your sweet children before God! LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ   📝EPIS...2025-05-1514 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple27 | Reclaim your joy in motherhood with these positive mindsets for Christian momsI really love motherhood. I used to be afraid to tell you that because I was worried it would end. I was worried adding a second child or a surprise pregnancy or three kids under three would put an end to my beautiful life and make me miss my child-free days. But I’m tired of hiding it. I LOVE being a mom, and enjoying motherhood is a gift I don’t want to keep to myself. Today I’m sharing 10 thoughts that help me enjoy my days as a mom in hopes to encourage you and help you rewire...2025-05-1227 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple26 | Natural Family Planning how to get started & tipsGET 20% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR OF NATURAL CYCLES https://www.naturalcycles.com/refer-a-friend?code=referralid20&name=TWljYWVsYQ%3D%3D&referral=99shhwn7kwr98owv If you’ve been wondering how to prevent pregnancy naturally, look no further! I’m sharing why I love natural family planning, my brief experience with hormonal birth control and why we love the Natural Cycles birth control app as the simplest way to prevent pregnancy naturally.  LINKS Natural Cycles https://www.naturalcycles.com/refer-a-friend?code=referralid20&name=TWljYWVsYQ%3D%3D&referral=99shhwn7kwr98owv Tak...2025-05-0815 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple25 | Feeling disconnected? Here's how to serve your husband while raising toddlersToday we’re talking marriage with toddlers and 12 ways to serve your husband even with little kids at home. These are some of my best tips for a successful marriage after kids to keep you communicating with your husband and showing him love. We’ll cover ideas like greeting him at the door, a better way to ask about his day, praying for your husband, what to text while he’s at work and so much more.   LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ   📝EPISODE TRANSCRIPT📝 micaela.ca/pod...2025-05-0522 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple24 | What I wish I knew before I got pregnant the first timeIn a more fun and lighthearted episode, I'm sharing what I wish I knew about pregnancy before getting pregnant the first time. Hopefully this list will make you giggle or find something to relate to whether you are a first time mom, or pregnant with your fourth like me! We touch on pregnancy ultrasounds, medical care here in Ontario, big emotions in pregnancy and my #1 tip for enjoying birth. What surprised you about pregnancy? Share your thoughts in the comments, or send me an email hello@micaela.ca   LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS...2025-05-0115 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple23 | Hope when motherhood is hardThis episode is for the mama who’s feeling tired, overwhelmed, and  guilty for not loving every minute of raising toddlers. We’ll unpack my beef with the "motherhood is hard" narrative and go over a few small steps you can take to find joy when stay-at-home-mom-life feels overwhelming. Life may be anything but picture-perfect, but I hope you’ll leave this one feeling seen, encouraged, and reminded that hard doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong and you will find joy again!   LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ  2025-04-2820 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple22 | Baby #4 Q&AWe're getting ready to have four kids under four! Today I'm answering all things baby #4. Do we believe in birth control? Are we finding out the gender? What do we drive? How do I survive pregnancy with 3 toddlers? I'm answering these and more today.  If you want to submit a question or respond to today's episode, I would LOVE to hear from you! Email me at hello@micaela.ca or leave a comment if the platform allows. LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ   📝EPISODE TRANSCRIPT📝 micaela...2025-04-2413 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple21 | 10 baby items you DON'T need & my minimalist baby registry tipsAs a first-time mom, I felt the pressure to buy everything for my baby. But now that I'm expecting baby #4, I'm here to tell you you really don’t need it all. Some items are just a waste of space and money! I'm sharing 10 baby items you can leave off your minimalist baby registry along with my top recommendations for baby sleep, baby feeding, baby gear, baby toys and more. If you're a mom on a budget googling "what do I ACTUALLY need on my baby registry?" you're going to love this encouraging episode.   LINKS ...2025-04-2129 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple20 | Toddler quiet time tipsQuiet time is an essential part of our daily routine! We all need a rest during the day, whether my toddlers admit it or not. I'm sharing my best tips for implementing quiet time, how to respond when your toddler refuses to nap and tips to foster independent play even during the hours everyone is awake.   LINKS VISUAL TIMER WE USE https://amzn.to/4l57O1l  📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ   📝EPISODE TRANSCRIPT📝 micaela/ca/podcast/020 💻EMAIL ME💻 h...2025-04-1719 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple19 | First trimester survival guide from a fourth time momSurprise! I'm pregnant with my fourth baby! I thought I would share the news along with my best pregnancy tips for surviving the first trimester. If you're pregnant too and being plagued by nausea, fatigue and food aversions, I hope these tips will bless you. I've had all my kids 15 months apart, and I can honestly say my third and fourth pregnancies have been the smoothest so far.   LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ   📝EPISODE TRANSCRIPT📝 micaela/ca/podcast/019 💻EMAIL ME💻  hello@micaela.c...2025-04-1416 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple18 | Two under two pros and cons - our positive perspective on the 15 month age gapAbout a year ago, my search history looked like this: “Pros and cons of the 15-month age gap?” “What is the best age gap?” “Two under two tips” "Should I have my kids close in age?" It feels surreal being on the other side of the transition and able to share my own experience as a two-under-two mom. Spoiler alert - we love our small age gap! If you're looking for a positive perspective on two under two and the 15 month age gap, this is it! I'm sharing both pros and cons, but in my opinion, the pros heavily outweigh the...2025-04-1015 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple17 | How to read more books as a mom of toddlers & why you need a KindleIf you’ve been trying to figure out how to make time to read as a busy mom, look no further! As an avid reader averaging 8-10 books per month (even as a mom of three) I’m sharing my best tips and tricks to find time to read. I’m sharing what I read, my personal conviction about fiction books as a Christian mom and why I love reading on Kindle. I know, I know. It’s hard to take the plunge and switch to Kindle, but if you’ve been wondering, “should I get a kindle?” I’m here with a co...2025-04-0713 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple16 | My SAHM schedule & SAHM tips from a mom of threeBeing a stay at home mom is a blessing. But it comes with its own set of unique challenges! Should you have a stay-at-home mom schedule? How should you spend your time as a stay-at-home mom? Do you need to take your kids out every day of the week to make sure you socialize them enough? In this episode I'm sharing a few of my favorite stay-at-home mom tips along with my personal schedule or rather routine in this season with three kids under three. LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42U...2025-04-0312 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple15 | Why I don't wake up before my kids & 5 Habits for moms who sleep inIf you’re out there googling “how to wake up before my kids” I want to introduce you to another way. You don’t have to get up hours before dawn to be a good mom or to have peaceful mornings. It is possible to have peaceful mornings with your toddlers even if you hit the ground running. As a mom of three, I value every bit of sleep I can get, and that includes in the morning! I’m sharing how I plan accordingly and how I view my mornings to set us up for success.   LINKS...2025-03-3109 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple14 | Should I have another baby? | A christian perspective on growing your family"Should I have kids?" you're wondering. Or maybe "Am I ready to have a baby?" Or for all the toddler moms out there, you're asking, "should I have another baby?" It seems like everyone is trying to answer this question lately. But in all the videos I watch on family planning, they're missing an important piece: your faith. Following Jesus changes everything about having kids. It changes our perspective on purpose, money, capacity and so much more. Let's begin unpacking this huge decision in today's episode.    LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to...2025-03-2714 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple13 | How to Deal With Toddler Tantrums | Toddler tips for Christian momsMama, I see you struggling through those toddler tantrums! I'm here with practical tips and encouragement for the days you don't understand your one-year-old, two-year-old or three-year-old and their big emotions. If you feel like you've entered the "terrible twos," I want to help you reframe that perspective and help you handle toddler meltdowns with grace and compassion.    LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ   📝EPISODE TRANSCRIPT📝 micaela/ca/podcast/013 💻READ MY BLOG💻 https://www.micaela.ca/blog   CHAPTERS ...2025-03-2417 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple12 | How to be creative as a mom | Hobbies you can do with a toddler aroundLet's chat about how to be creative as a mom, how to have fun and find hobbies that work in a busy season of raising toddlers. I'm sharing five of my favourite crafts for moms that work well around babies and toddlers. From crocheting and embroidery to watercolour and blogging, I hope these mom-hobbies will inspire you. LINKS CRAFT SUPPLIES Caligraphy Caligraphy Pens: https://amzn.to/3XvfJea  Free Caligraphy Course: https://courses.thehappyevercrafter.c... Watercolour Paints: https://amzn.to/4i3l30x Blogging M...2025-03-2010 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple11 | How to deal with mom guilt | 6 Tips to make decisions with peace as a mom of toddlersIf you are wrestling with mom guilt and wondering, "am I a good mom?" or "am I doing this right?" You've come to there right place. I'm sharing my six-step plan to ditch the mom-guilt for good and make decisions from a position of peace. There are so many decisions to make as a new mom. What should I feed my baby? How should I potty train my toddler? It can feel like there are too many options and we'll never find the "right" way to mother. I hope these tips to limit the flow of incoming...2025-03-1712 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple10 | Five things to teach your toddler about Jesus | Christian picture books we loveTeaching a toddler about Jesus can feel SO intimidating. It can be hard to explain God to small children and decide what to teach a toddler. I’m sharing 5 things to teach your toddler about Christ in simple words and our favourite Christian picture book to go along with each point.   LINKS Free Download - Truth for Tots Class https://www.micaela.ca/truth-for-tots   📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ   CHRISTIAN PICTURE BOOKS Found https://amzn.to/3W6Pnye...2025-03-1309 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple09 | How to prioritize yourself as a mom | How I rest with 3 kids 3 and under If you're feeling burnt out and exhausted, like you just need a break from your toddlers, I'm so glad you're here! I know this episode is going to bring you a lot of peace. I'm sharing 5 simple tips to get more rest as a mom of toddlers and find time to care for yourself.    LINKS 📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖 https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ  💻READ MY BLOG💻 https://www.micaela.ca/blog  2025-03-1014 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple08 | How to spend less time on your phone | Reduce screen time as a Christian mom of toddlersIf you want to set up screentime boundaries and spend less time on your phone, I know this episode will inspire you! Get ready to be a more present and relaxed mom with these practical tips. I'm sharing five steps to reduce your screentime, screentime boundaries I've tried and how to blog without social media. As a stay at home mom, I know the value of using my time wisely and avoiding distractions. Be blessed! LINKS 📖 Grab the devotional https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ 🖳 Read the blog micaela.ca/blog  📧 Send me an email h...2025-03-0618 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple07 | How to potty train your toddler with peace | Positive mindsets and tips for potty trainingIs there a peaceful way to potty train your two-year-old or three-year-old? Is it possible to have fun while potty training? Today I'm sharing my best potty training tips along with the mindsets that have helped make potty training fun in our house! If you are a mom of toddlers looking to ditch diapers, you've come to the right place.    LINKS Grab the devotional https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ Read the blog micaela.ca/blog    CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 02:02 When should I potty train? 02:41 My de...2025-03-0313 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple06 | When reading the Bible feels hard | 12 lies that stopped me from reading God's WordIf it feels hard to read the Bible right now, this episode is for you! Are you tired of not sticking to your Bible reading plan and feeling guilty about it? Are you struggling to find time to read the Bible as a mom of toddlers? These 12 lies might be keeping you out of God's Word. I hope this episode helps you discover practical tips and encouragement to get back in God's Word even if its been a while.   GRAB MY DEVOTIONAL: https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ My new devotional for toddler moms is o...2025-02-2713 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple05 | Twelve books every Christian mom needs to read | Books that changed meThese are some of my must-read books for Christian moms. Though they are not all parenting books, I know these faith-based books will encourage you and change the way you mother. These would be great gift ideas for your mom friends or your holiday wishlist.    BOOK LINKS My devotional: Bible Time Take Back https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ  Fervent  https://amzn.to/3X2idAg  Create Anyway https://amzn.to/4hCKc1X  Take Back Your Family  https://amzn.to/42S9ch3   Th...2025-02-2411 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple04 | Stop hating laundry & cooking | Homemaking made simpleDo you want to stop hating laundry and find simple homemaking tips for a growing family? Do you want to make cooking easier and eat homemade meals without cooking every day? I hope this episode will bless your socks off! I'm sharing my favourite strategies to make homemaking feel simple so you can spend more time enjoying your sweet toddlers. These are homemaking strategies I use daily for our family of five. LINKS Cube shelf for kids: https://amzn.to/4hP9Dxi Bins for shelf: https://amzn.to/4keIwgA Black...2025-02-2412 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple03 | How to make time to read the Bible as a toddler mom | Bible reading made simpleIf you've been wondering how to make time to read the Bible and looking for Bible reading tips for toddler moms, you've come to the right place! I'm sharing a simple 4-part strategy to find time you didn't know you had and read the Bible more.    LINKS Grab the devotional https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ Printable Bible Reading Tracker (free download) https://www.micaela.ca/bible-reading-tracker  Read the blog micaela.ca/blog 2025-02-2409 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple02 | Hope when you feel like you're failing in motherhood | Your God-given valueAm I a bad mom? How can I "do it all" in motherhood when I feel like I can't even keep up with my to do list?   If these are the questions you're asking, today's episode is full of hope for you! We're chatting about God's unchanging love and 5 things that do NOT dictate your value as a mom. I hope this episode helps you find joy in motherhood and peace in your identity in Christ! LINKS Grab the devotional https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ Read the blog micaela.ca/blog  2025-02-2310 minMotherhood Made SimpleMotherhood Made Simple01 | Can motherhood be simple? How to find joy in motherhoodShould I have kids? Am I ready to have a baby? These are the questions we wrestle with as young adults and in today's episode, I'm sharing why I changed my mind. I believe it's possible to find joy in motherhood. Consider me your motherhood mindset coach as we seek new purpose in your God-given role as a mama. LINKS Grab the devotional https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ Read the blog micaela.ca/blog 2025-02-2208 minBRENNPUNKT-ORANGE.DEBRENNPUNKT-ORANGE.DEHinze und sein Milljöh | 287 In der aktuellen Podcastepisode geht die Reise zum RSV Eintracht nach Stahnsdorf. Der Verein wurde am 2. August 1949 als TSG Einheit Teltow-Kleinmachnow gegründet und nannte sich später BSG Elektronik Teltow. 1998 wurde daraus der Regionale Sportverein Eintracht 1949. Die Fußballer spielten jahrzehntelang lediglich auf Kreisebene. In der COVID-19-Saison 2019/20 schafften die Stahnsdorfer den Durchmarsch in die Fußball-Oberliga Nordost. Dort gelang in der Nordstaffel zweimal der 5. Platz. In der aktuellen Saison spielt der RSV erstmals in der Südstaffel und belegt aktuell den 3. Platz. Der sportliche Aufstieg trägt die Handschrift von Cheftrainer Patrick Hinze, der als Nachwuchsspieler mit Hertha...2024-12-1157 minBRENNPUNKT-ORANGE.DEBRENNPUNKT-ORANGE.DEHinze und sein Milljöh | 287 In der aktuellen Podcastepisode geht die Reise zum RSV Eintracht nach Stahnsdorf. Der Verein wurde am 2. August 1949 als TSG Einheit Teltow-Kleinmachnow gegründet und nannte sich später BSG Elektronik Teltow. 1998 wurde daraus der Regionale Sportverein Eintracht 1949. Die Fußballer spielten jahrzehntelang lediglich auf Kreisebene. In der COVID-19-Saison 2019/20 schafften die Stahnsdorfer den Durchmarsch in die Fußball-Oberliga Nordost. Dort gelang in der Nordstaffel zweimal der 5. Platz. In der aktuellen Saison spielt der RSV erstmals in der Südstaffel und belegt aktuell den 3. Platz. Der sportliche Aufstieg trägt die Handschrift von Cheftrainer Patrick Hinze, der als Nachwuchsspieler mit Hertha...2024-12-1157 minAccess Essential Full Audiobooks in History, EuropeAccess Essential Full Audiobooks in History, Europe[German] - G/GESCHICHTE - Die Medici: Paten der Renaissance by G GeschichtePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/724334 to listen full audiobooks. Title: [German] - G/GESCHICHTE - Die Medici: Paten der Renaissance Author: G Geschichte Narrator: Karsten Wolf Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 2 hours 36 minutes Release date: November 14, 2023 Genres: Europe Publisher's Summary: Simonetta Vespucci war die Geliebte Giuliano de Medicis und Muse Botticellis. Als Venus strahlte die Schönheit im Mittelpunkt seines Meisterwerkes »Primavera«. Als Mäzene von Künstlern wie Botticelli oder Michelangelo erwerben sich die Medici ihren guten Ruf. Aber die Ästheten vom Arno sind zugleich Meister einer diskreten Staatspolitik. Ohne ein politisches Amt avanciert Cosimo der Alte zum heimli...2023-11-1405 min