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Fun Rich MomUnlock the Power of Vision Boards: The Secret Sauce to Making it Real ✨Send us a textIn today’s episode, we’re diving into the awesomeness of vision boards—but this isn’t your typical “cut and paste” kind of chat. We’re going deep into the how and why of making your vision board truly work for you. And make sure you listen all the way to the end because I’m sharing the secret sauce—the part that brings your board to life and makes it unstoppable.Before we dive in, let’s get into the right headspace by checking our B.A.S.E.:🌟 Body: Move and...2025-01-2830 minFun Rich MomTaming Toddler Mealtime Battles with Sarice Holley, RDSend us a textMealtime with toddlers—what could possibly go wrong? If you’ve ever faced the frustration of picky eating, you’re not alone! In this episode, I’m joined by Saríce Holley, a registered dietitian nutritionist, mompreneur, and host of the Maternity Leave podcast. Saríce combines her professional expertise and personal experience as a mom to offer practical strategies for handling those tricky toddler eating habits.Here’s what we cover:🌼 Why a relaxed atmosphere at the table matters for helping your little one feel comfortable around food.🌼 ...2025-01-0734 minFun Rich MomBeyond Naughty or Nice: Understanding & Meeting People Where They’re atSend us a textHey Mama! 🌸 Let’s talk about something that’s been on my heart lately—those “naughty or nice” labels we all fall into using. Whether it’s your kid acting out, your teenager pushing every boundary, or your spouse dropping the ball, we’ve all been there. But what if it’s not about being naughty or nice? What if it’s about realizing that everyone’s just doing the best they can with what they’ve got? 💕This week’s episode dives into how shifting our mindset can totally change the way we connect with our ki...2024-12-2322 minFun Rich MomWhen Comparison Steals Joy and How to Take It BackSend us a textHey Mama, let’s talk about something we all face: comparison. Whether it’s scrolling through picture-perfect social media feeds 📱, seeing other kids hit milestones 🎯, or wishing your family looked more like the holiday card version of life 🎄, comparison has a sneaky way of stealing our joy. In this episode, we uncover the unconscious ways we compare, explore the emotional toll it takes, and learn how to use comparison as a tool for growth and inspiration 💪. You’ll leave with actionable tips to reclaim your joy and refocus on what truly matters. 🌟2024-12-1725 minFun Rich MomHow to Actually Achieve Your Goals featuring Sylvia VandeSluntSend us a textHey goal-getters! 🚀 In this episode, I'm sitting down with the amazing Sylvia VandeSlunt - she's not just a certified business and mindset coach, but also a podcast host and creative entrepreneur who totally gets the magic of blending data-driven strategies with creativity. 💡If you're a photographer, wedding pro, or really anyone feeling stuck in their goal-setting journey, this episode is going to be a game-changer! 🔮 Sylvia breaks down some seriously powerful tools that will help you cut through the noise and focus on what REALLY matters to you.We dive deep...2024-12-1039 minFun Rich MomDitch BusySend us a textDecember is here, and if you’re anything like me, it’s crunch time! 🎄 Between four family birthdays, holiday parties, Christmas gift shopping, and hosting festive get-togethers, life is BUSY. Add in all the usual tasks like cooking meals, laundry 🧺, and just keeping everyone alive—and it’s easy to feel like you’re running on fumes.So here’s the big question: What do you cut when everything feels important? 🤔In this episode, I’m sharing 5 practical steps to help you release stress, ditch the busy, and still get...2024-12-0328 minFun Rich MomThe Forgiveness JourneySend us a textForgiveness isn’t just about others—it’s a key to freeing yourself, especially when guilt turns into shame. In this episode, I share my experiences with self-forgiveness, breaking the cycle of mom guilt, and letting go of resentment toward others to live more fully.Key Topics:Self-Forgiveness: Why it’s hard and how to align with your values to move forward.Mom Guilt: A 3-step process—Apologize, Recognize, Strategize—to address mistakes and parent with intention.Forgiving Others: How letting go of bitternes...2024-11-2624 minFun Rich MomFeeling Stuck? Do this! Simple steps for breaking patterns part 2Send us a textThis week, we’re finishing up the B.A.S.E. Method and tackling the last two pieces to help you shift your patterns and get unstuck. If you missed Part 1, no worries—I’ll give you a quick recap, but definitely go back and listen for the full breakdown.Today, we’re talking about Speech and Energy:Speech:The way you talk about your life matters—a lot. We all speak in metaphors that reflect how we feel about our world. Thi...2024-11-1921 minFun Rich MomFeeling Stuck? Do This! Simple Steps for Breaking Patterns (Part 1)Send us a textHey there, action-takers! 💪 Today we're diving into something that hits home for all of us - getting unstuck and breaking those pesky patterns that hold us back. 🎙️ Episode OverviewIn this episode, we’re diving into the first two steps of my B.A.S.E. method to help you get unstuck and reclaim your energy! This topic hit home after I noticed one of my daughters experiencing a wave of panic over a math assessment. She normally breezes through her work, but test time brought on intense stress. She showed...2024-11-1217 minFun Rich MomTiming is Everything: The Key to Less Stress & Better CommunicationSend us a textHey there, Mama! 🧡 Have you ever caught yourself giving your child (or hubby!) a whirlwind of instructions, only to feel frustrated when they can't keep up? If this sounds familiar, this episode is just for you. So we're going there- how we sometimes expect others to operate at our pace, forgetting they might need a little more space and time to process. Oopsie!We’ll dive into what happens when we unintentionally download our own mental lists on to others, leaving them feeling pressured, inadequate or just plain ready to ignor...2024-11-0521 minFun Rich MomCome As You Are Featuring Rebekah ClabornSend us a textWoohoo! It's Mom chat time with Rebekah Claborn, an amazing professional photographer and busy homeschooling mom of four. We’re diving into the real deal of mom life as she juggles kids aged 10 down to just 2 months! We get into the classic debate of whether boys or girls are easier, and Rebekah shares what family planning looked like in her world.We talk about what homeschooling is like with such a wide age range and how she balances that with her photography business, especially now that her husband has taken on a n...2024-10-2947 minFun Rich MomHow to Change Your Life & Reinvent Yourself!Send us a textJust the thought of trying to change your life or figure out who you want to reinvent yourself to be can be enough to shut you down. Where do you even start?Ready to feel unstuck and get moving? I'm going to go over a simple roadmap to help you get that reset going. Here is the breakdown of what I'm covering in this episode:Start with ClarityIdentify the ideal version of yourself in these areas: physical, mental, emotional, financial, and spiritual. For each, determine yo...2024-10-2220 minFun Rich MomCreate Habits That Stick: Simple Steps for Lasting ChangeSend us a textIn today’s episode, I’m digging into how to create habits that stick. Whether you're trying to lose weight, get fit, or improve your daily routines, creating new habits is key to long-term success. But how do you make those habits last? I’ll share the strategies that worked for me—including how I use willpower and avoid decision fatigue—to stay on track. If you’ve ever struggled to keep those new habits, this episode will give you practical tips to keep moving forward without burning out.Check it out...2024-10-1530 min
Transforming The Toddler Years-A Conscious Parenting Podcast Turning Tantrums into Teachable MomentsHow to Be a Present Parent while Homeschooling and Running a Business with Mitch Blackford (Part 2)Have you ever wondered if homeschooling is right for you and your family?
In this episode, Mitch Blackford from Fun Rich Mom joins me to discuss the decision to homeschool. We ask the questions does homeschooling make sense for me and my family? How will I design it so it works for me, my family and my work?
Mama of two, Mitch Blackford is the host of Fun Rich Mom podcast delivering tips on rediscovering your soul, finding meaningful connections beyond parenthood, and making life playful again. Be sure...2024-10-1033 min
Maternity LeaveMotherhood After 40, Homeschooling, and THRIVING in motherhood.This episode's #mompreneur is the fun Mitch Blackford, host of the @funrichmom podcast. Mitch shares her journey of becoming a mom after 40, homeschooling her children, and tapping into her inner "Fun Rich Mom" to thrive in motherhood and beyond.
We covered a range of topics that will resonate with moms who may feel like they’ve lost touch with their fun and adventurous side while juggling the challenges of motherhood. Mitch’s authenticity and playful spirit shine through as she shares her strategies for reigniting the best parts of yourself, even when l...2024-10-0953 minFun Rich MomHow I Lost 20 Lbs.Send us a textIn today’s episode, I’m celebrating a personal victory that took 10 months of steady progress—losing 20 pounds! Now, you might be thinking, "20 pounds in 10 months? What’s so great about that?"Well, this isn’t just about the weight loss. It’s about something even bigger that I lost along the way—the feeling that food was controlling my life. And that change? It’s been a game-changer.Join me as I break down the statistics about weight struggles in the U.S. and share how each 5-pound milestone has be...2024-10-0840 minFun Rich MomThis is What Progress Looks LikeSend us a textSo lately, I've been kind of feeling like I've been banging my head against the wall... and sometimes, this is what progress looks like!I'm doing a heart to heart with you in this episode. Getting all the feels off my chest and gaining clarity that will help me and hopefully you see what blind spots have been creeping around and that it's just a part of the progress game. So jump on the rollercoaster ride with me and let's get back on track to making our dreams, goals an...2024-10-0119 min
The Marriage & Motherhood PodcastEp. 138 - From Disconnected To Intimate with Mitch BlackfordLet us know how you enjoyed this episode!In this episode I am joined by Mitch Blackford, a coach for moms, to discuss the transition from being a woman and wife to becoming a mom, and its impact on marriage.Listen in as Mitch shares her personal journey through the challenges of balancing motherhood with her relationship. We dive deep into how to reconnect and keep the romance alive in marriage post-children, emphasizing the importance of communication, understanding differences between masculine and feminine needs, and practical steps to foster intimacy and connection. Mitch also highlights...2024-10-0147 minTransforming The Toddler Years-A Conscious Parenting Podcast Turning Tantrums into Teachable MomentsHow to Balance Parenting, Entrepreneurship, and Homeschooling with Mitch Blackford (Part 1)Feeling like you lost your identity in parenthood? You're not alone.
In this episode, Mitch Blackford from Fun Rich Mom joins me to talk about recapturing who you are as a parent, rediscovering your soul beyond parenthood, and how to pursue passion and still be a great parent without sacrificing!
Mama of two, Mitch Blackford is the host of Her Fun Rich Mom podcast delivering tips on rediscovering your soul, finding meaningful connections beyond parenthood, and making life playful again. Be sure to check out her 5 Day Redefine Freebie...2024-09-2630 minFun Rich MomParenting with a Mission featuring Cara Tyrell, M.EdSend us a textIn this powerful episode, we’re joined by Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed., a Vermont-based Early Childhood Educator and the visionary founder of Core4Parenting. As the creator of the Collaborative Parenting Methodology™, Cara brings a unique, soul-and-science-based approach to helping parents and educators transform tantrums into teachable moments. She is a fierce advocate for pandemic parents navigating the challenges of raising Generation C (GEN-C).About Cara Tyrrell:Mom to three girls.Founder of Core4Parenting and creator of the Collaborative Parenting Methodology™.Passionate speaker, teacher trainer, and host o...2024-09-2449 minFun Rich MomMommy Needs A Minute featuring Alyssa BradeSend us a textIn this episode, we’re joined by Alyssa Brade, a mom of two boys, storyteller, and researcher living in the Washington countryside. Alyssa opens up about her journey from feeling overwhelmed and burnt out to finding her footing as both a mother and a go-getter.Alyssa is so relatable in the world of Momming—she was told she’d need help to have kids, and then, surprise, two boys came less than a year apart. While pursuing her master's degree, she tried balancing motherhood and her dreams. Spoiler: it was...2024-09-1744 minFun Rich MomThe Momprenista Life featuring Lori TempletonSend us a textIf you ever thought that starting a business, being a mom, keeping stylish and doing it all without losing your sanity was an impossibility, let Lori change your mind!Momprenista is a passion business for Lori. It’s all about training, supporting, and mentoring faith-based women to build empires while being fully present for their families and living out their God-given calling. Lori wants to redefine what success for Christian women means with a biblical perspective on business and entrepreneurship specifically applied to women. She is reclaiming what...2024-09-1045 minFun Rich MomCome As You Are featuring Trisha & ChrisSend us a textThis month, we’re switching things up and kicking back with a fun, laid-back episode of "Come As You Are!" Not only do we have my good friend and fellow mama, Trisha, joining us, but her husband Chris also jumped in for some extra fun! I always love hearing both sides of the story, don't you?In This Episode:Join us as we chat with Trisha and Chris, busy working parents to their eleven-year-old daughter, Lucy. Between juggling their jobs, navigating their daughter’s sports schedule, and finding quality time...2024-09-0343 min
Mama Genius Entrepreneurs PodcastMOM's Not My ONLY NAME with Mitch Blackford
Welcome to the Mama Genius Hub Podcast, where we dive into wellness, personal growth, and the art of nurturing meaningful connections.
In today’s episode: Host Michelle Kaiser is joined by Mitch Blackford, a dedicated mom and inspiring advocate for personal identity within motherhood. 🌟 Together, they explore Mitch’s journey of rediscovering herself while navigating the responsibilities of being a mother, and how staying true to her personal identity has empowered her along the way.
We explore:
Practical strategies for balancing motherhood and personal aspirations
How making commitments to yourself fosters personal growth
...2024-08-3046 minFun Rich MomThe 3 C's to Refuel Your Mom TankSend us a textYeah, that sounds good… if only I had the time.Self-care, getting the gas back in the tank, taking time to recover, whatever you call it, it feels like a fairy tale concept because there is always something to do.I’m calling bull-puckey on those excuses and sharing the moment I really discovered how much taking time to just be me could fill me up. Then we’re going over the 3 C’s that can help you actually get that time back into your...2024-08-2726 minFun Rich MomWhy We Homeschool with the Pro's and Con'sSend us a textIf you’ve never done it, just trying to learn about homeschooling can be overwhelming. 😅 I know that’s how I felt when I really started diving into the journey to see if it was the decision that was right for us.What’s it really like? How much time does it take? ⏰ What are the pros and cons, and did it make sense for our family? 🤔After interviewing homeschooling parents and kids, and having had a child go through the public school system, we settled on the homeschool route for our...2024-08-2041 min
Pandora's Awareness PodcastThe Moment of Beauty: When Did You Believe You Were Beautiful? with Mitch BlackfordSend us a textWelcome to another episode of Pandora's Awareness Podcast! Today, we explore the theme of embracing and understanding our failures. Join host Asher and special guest Mitch Blackford—a spiritual counselor and inner warrior—as they discuss the lessons learned from life's setbacks and how to transform failures into opportunities for growth and success.Mitch Blackford, who believes in "Victory Awaits," is an expert in turning failures into stepping stones. She shares her journey of overcoming challenges and empowering women. From struggling with self-image and eating disorders to navigating the complexities of rela...2024-08-1857 minFun Rich MomUnlock Your Signature Style featuring Jennifer NatafSend us a textHave you ever been out and about and you see that person that just looks soooo put together? And you wish you could go out and hire a personal stylist so you could at least look half as good?I got her for you!!Jennifer Nataf is a personal style coach based in Jerusalem. She guides her clients in discovering their personal style and elevating it so they feel uniquely beautiful and confident. She teaches them to put together outfits in a way t...2024-08-1349 minFun Rich MomTop tips to implement to thrive in marriage and parenting featuring Elizabeth PageSend us a textLicensed family and marriage therapist Elizabeth Page hadn’t intended on being in her line of work but when she didn’t know how to help her failing marriage, she started studying in an effort to “fix” their problems.Two days after her professional license arrived in the mail, she left her then husband after married for 16 years and had three children. The whole experience was more painful and difficult than she had anticipated, but also incredibly necessary. In this process she found her confidence, and began living in a way...2024-08-0642 minFun Rich MomWhat is a grown up, anyway? Featuring Sammy BurtSend us a textHave you ever been in a room of adults and felt out of place? Where you feel like, “I don’t know if I’m grown up enough to be here…”What is a grown up anyway?That’s exactly what Sammy Burt found herself wondering. So much so, she got her research on and is writing the book about it! We chat about all the fun and insights that her digging led her to including: 🌸 Imp...2024-07-3038 minFun Rich Mom5 Elements of FemininitySend us a textIt’s so funny, you’d think as a woman, femininity would come naturally. And yet, so many of us struggle to connect with our feminine essence.I know I have and I still have to remind myself quite a bit to get out of my task driven modes as a Mom and get back to that powerful and playful nature that is at my core.With what feels like 50 million things pulling at us and needing to be done, it’s no wonder...2024-07-2333 minFun Rich MomMaking Fitness Simple with Dr. Sara IonescuSend us a textDr. Sara Ionescu was a successful board certified family medicine physician that found herself realizing that she could help her patients find relief from chronic illnesses, lighten the mental stress in their lives and more by simply incorporating simple fitness habits into their lives.Having left her practice, Sara, a busy mom of 4 kids all under the age of 6, is embarking on the adventure of helping people incorporate fitness into their daily routine. She understands that complex, time consuming and expensive are all things that she could help p...2024-07-1631 minFun Rich MomCome As You Are Featuring New Mom Agina Graham TyeSend us a textIf you’re a new mom, you definitely want to listen to this.In this month’s Come As You Are series, I’m chatting with Agina Graham, new mom to an 8 month old baby boy. And boy, has she learned that being a Mama isn’t for the feint of heart. Having gone from a busy life of running her own business and living for the gym life, and in her dream relationship, she is learning that life changes when that little bundle of joy enters your life.2024-07-0953 min
Mommy Mindset PodcastS03 EP37 Rediscover YOU w/ Fun Rich Mom Mitch BlackfordMotherhood can be a rollercoaster and no matter what season you're in now
You probably felt a bit lost and like you've been spun around dizzy that you forget who you are.
In this episode, we chat with fun momma, Mitch Blackford about rediscovering your fun self again in motherhood.
Ever had a Mom-ster moment? That was Mitch Blackford just a few years ago. Knee deep in the middle of mothering 2 girls 2 and under, out of business from the pandemic and being challenged in her marriage while building a home, sh...2024-07-0844 minFun Rich MomThe Mommy Mindset Featuring Analise GarciaSend us a textMeet Analise Garcia, the powerhouse behind the Mommy Mindset Podcast. Analise’s journey from teen mom to successful podcaster and coach is seriously amazing, and she’s here to share all the goods she's learned along the way with us.🎙️ Check out her hot shares:Analise’s Journey: From the challenges of being a teen mom to finding her purpose and thriving as a podcaster.Mindset Mastery: How shifting your mindset can open doors to new opportunities and personal growth.The Power of Community: The crucial rol...2024-07-0234 minFun Rich MomHow to Get Your Motivation BackSend us a textYou know you have to do it. Heck, you even want to do it, you just can't seem to get motivated to actually do it! GRRRRR....Why does it seem so hard to get up and get started?Why does motivation seem to be like an elusive unicorn that everyone else seems to find, but your map is all wonky and keeps leading you back to right where you started?Ok, let's stop your avoidance scroll and get down to what steps you can take to...2024-06-2530 minFun Rich MomHow to Make Money in Real Estate with Lindsay SharmaSend us a textHave you ever had the dream of owning real estate, generating extra income or even getting to the point where you have passive income?You watch the shows, you see the ads and then you look at your bank account and figure, yeah- that’s never gonna happen. Guess it’s just working until the end of time… ugh.My guest, Lindsay Sharma is a mom of 3 littles living in Florida and running a real estate wholesaling business out of Arkansas! She didn’t start ou...2024-06-1837 minFun Rich MomThe 5 Pillars of Better Living Featuring Julia JordanSend us a textOne day, Julia Jordan was dressed for a night out on the town, wearing her favorite heels, when she found herself moving a mattress with her friend, instead.Thus was born the idea of her new podcast: Moving Mattresses in 3 inch Heels.Having a high demand job in finance and investments, she realized that, although she was creating a lot of success there, the cost to her quality of living was too high.She looked around at her friends and realized, as women, we sure do take c...2024-06-1139 minFun Rich Mom5 Day Redefine: Rediscover Your IdentitySend us a textYou’ve probably heard the story by now. The one where I had the Mom-ster moment with my sweet little babies. And then there was the crying and then there was the what happened to me….Oh wait, you’ve been there, too?How do we crawl out of that mess and find that vibrant person we used to be pre-kid era?That’s what I’m hitting up today! Everyone needs a starting point and this is the place to do it.I’m going ove...2024-06-0422 minFun Rich MomCome As You Are Featuring Tiffani JenkinsSend us a textWant to know what life is like with 7 kids?? This is your chance with my good friend, Tiffani Jenkins!In this Come As You Are episode, I ask her ALLLLL the questions that pop into your mind whenever you see more than 3 kids popping to of one car, right?And she is so awesomely open about it as well as how she keeps her sanity through it all. In fact, after talking to her for this episode, this lovely lady is way ahead of the game on m...2024-05-2844 minFun Rich MomFind Your Organizing Mojo with Melina KaneSend us a textKnow that feeling of walking into a room in your home and you just want to walk right back out? The clutter, the junk… it all just screams at you, but you don’t know what to do with it all.Enter Melina Kane.She helps women organize their homes with a system that is specifically designed for your personality, tendencies, and motivators so that in 2 weeks you’re not overwhelmed with clutter again.And she knows the feelings of stress that comes with drowning in stuff while r...2024-05-2142 minFun Rich MomLevel Up Your CommunicationSend us a textHave you felt the frustration of feeling like you're talking, but not actually being heard? And you get stuck in a cycle of the blame game about who said what?Join the club, my friend. You are not the only one.So, what's the better way?In this episode, I break down a real life situation of a time when I said something that put someone else in a funk... and I didn't even know it! So how do you respond when you didn't even think you did...2024-05-1417 minFun Rich MomThe Power of Integrative Healing with Sandie GasconSend us a textAs a Certified Integrative Healing Practitioner Sandie Gascon is living her dream helping people achieve their health goals. She has spent 10 years researching every aspect of natural healing and has made it her life long quest to continue that learning. She pulls knowledge from many sources including her 4 year Honor's Degree in Biomedicine, a 3 year diploma in Massage Therapy, and many different natural healing courses.Her best accomplishment? Having her son in 2018 since she didn’t think she would ever be able to give birth due to due to Lu...2024-05-0748 minFun Rich MomHow to smash comfort food cravings with Jillian Beck-RogersSend us a textHow do we break that darn habit of giving so much love and attention to those comfort foods that beckon to us, promising satisfaction, only to leave us feeling like a hippo in a mud pit - sluggish and covered in regret.Jillian Beck-Rogers is a Certified Health & Wellness Coach helping busy professionals overcome comfort eating habits and get their health back on track through personalized coaching. She’s dedicated to helping folks find a healthier relationship with food and exercise so they have the energy they need to care for th...2024-04-3041 minFun Rich MomSimple stress relief strategies to use NOW with Arin KaurSend us a textEver catch yourself taking a big breath because you realize you haven't breathed in a few minutes from all the stress you've got going on?Maybe a screech owl invaded your vocal cords because you're pretty sure that your normal voice settings aren't set to scream.And yet, here you are, anxiously living your days, wondering when you can just remember what calm feels like again.That's what mindfulness coach Arin Kaur helps us find in this episode. She helps women sprinkle tiny moments of calm throughout t...2024-04-2333 minFun Rich MomCome as You Are with Stephanie MendozaSend us a textAre you ready for some much needed girl time? This Come As You Are episode features the fabulous Stephanie Mendoza and we are getting chatty about living life in Casa Mendoza.It’s going to feel like downloading with your bestie and we cover everything from:Where she hails from (apparently, being a Chicago native comes with qualifications)How she met and fell in love with her hubby… who, by the way, happens to be...2024-04-1644 minFun Rich MomLive Your Bold!Send us a textI wish I could speak like her.I wish I had the confidence to do what he does.I could never do that…Sound familiar? It’s happened to us all. We have a moment where we see someone stepping out boldly and powerfully standing in all their true glory and we want to be like that. But something just seems to be holding us back.We think to ourselves, “Well, that’s just not me. This is just who I am.” And we leave it at that....2024-04-1029 minFun Rich MomBoth sides of the surrogacy journey with Lauren & Jenn Part 2Send us a textWe are back with Lauren and Jenn to get the final details about the surrogacy journey.From secret passwords for go time, to family flying in and waiting too long for the baby to arrive and everything in between, we laughed and talked about the fact that this journey includes so many more people than just these 2 women.And it was never clearer than the final hour when the baby came and the joy almost ended in horrible tragedy. Who freaked out and who maintained their calm when this a...2024-04-0252 minFun Rich MomBoth sides of the surrogacy journey with Lauren & Jenn Part 1Send us a textA few weeks ago when I was catching up with an old friend and she shared about how she had become a surrogate, for her husband's ex-college roommate, no less.Whoa.Her story was so intriguing, I had to hear the other side.In this episode, I asked every question under the sun that I could think of about what the whole process was like for Lauren, who was trying desperately to become a mother and Jenn who became the surrogate to make that dream a reality. We...2024-03-2645 minFun Rich MomThe thing about curiosity is...Send us a textCuriosity. It's such a fun word. It's loaded with so much wonder and anticipation. And yet, for some reason, most of us ditch the word as soon as we're done with our school years.We stop exploring, discovering and pushing the limits to find out who we are and who we have the potential to be. And then we wonder why we get bored, dissatisfied or anxious with where we end up in life.In this episode, we're buckling up and hopping back on that curiosity rollercoaster and...2024-03-1935 minFun Rich MomCome as You are with Tiffani MitzelSend us a textIt's girl hang out time with my good friend, Tiffani Mitzel!Tiffani runs her own business (https://tiffanimitzelinsurance.com/) from home while raising 2 littles under 5 along with her husband, Tyler.We have fun as we talk about how she fell for her husband back in her high school days (remember those Abercrombie models??), how she ended up owning her own insurance company, what her average day looks like, what causes the most stress as well as what is her favorite time of the day, and then there are those d...2024-03-1237 minFun Rich MomThe 2️⃣ things that kill high life satisfaction and 3️⃣ things to level up 🚀Send us a textAfter reading a life satisfaction survey that mentioned that only 47% of people are HIGHLY satisfied with their life, it got me thinking. It sounds like a decent number, but that's less than 1️⃣ out of 2️⃣. Not good odds. 😕So what is it that causes us to miss out on living highly satisfied lives? And are we really excited to be embracing mediocrity as the bulk of our lives? 🤔In this episode, I detail what the 2️⃣ biggest killers of life satisfaction are and how we let them sneak into our lives without even notic...2024-03-0539 minFun Rich MomThe Nitty Gritty of Breast Cancer with Montse Puig MartinSend us a textThere are certain times in life when "YES" is not the answer you want to hear. My dear friend Montse experienced exactly that when her doctor said, "This is bad" and she asked, "Is it cancer?" "YES."What actually happens when that one little word changes the life you were living in an instant? That's exactly what we are finding out in this episode. I ask any question that I may have had when I've wondered about it, from what is the hair loss like, to missing your...2024-02-2743 minFun Rich Mom5 Steps to Making Mom Friends🌸👩👧👦🤝Send us a text🌟 The Wonderful world of making friends, as a Mom… 🌼So I googled Mom and friends the other day and found one of the top searches was…. “Is there a tinder app for making Mom friends”. 😳Dang! Is that what we’ve come to in our Mom journey search for a gal pal? 🤦♀️I’ve been there. Stuck in Mom-land without an ally in sight to make it through. Aren’t we supposed to stick together? 🤷♀️Life happens and as a Mom, you know that it gets messy and sometimes, even our best i...2024-02-2031 minFun Rich MomMama's grit: Karen Banes' relentless pursuit of success 🌟🥊Send us a text 👋 Ever felt like your dreams were gathering dust on the shelves of your mind? 🌟 Don't worry, you're not alone. Today is the day to pull up your big girl undies and get ready to revive that dream despite what struggles might lay ahead. 💪I'm digging in with Karen Banes, a mom who refused to let life's challenges keep her from being there for her kids AND wildly chasing her dreams. If she had one word to describe her: Stubborn. From balancing family life to facing the uncertainties of change, Karen's story is a wipes out...2024-02-1347 min