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You Handled That Perfectly™Safety Series: Kids OnlineIn this episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s on so many parents’ minds — kids, technology, and how we keep them safe both online and offline. This is a HUGE topic and one that we will cover again in the future, but for now, it will be two episodes, starting today with keeping kids safe online. Next time, we will go into helping to keep our kids safe offline.We talk about the upsides and downsides of tech for kids, what’s really going on with safety in the world today, and how much w...
2025-11-1350 minYou Handled That Perfectly™The HolidaysIn this episode, we are talking about all things holidays! As we approach the holiday season, we know that while it feels magical and even if we love this time of year, it can also feel overwhelming.Check out:You Handled That Perfectly™You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on SpotifyYou Handled That Perfectly™ Instagram
2025-10-2944 minYou Handled That Perfectly™The Hobby StigmaIn this episode, we are talking about how entrepreneurial jobs are viewed as more of a hobby or can be seen as “less than” in the home and the world, especially for women. Check out:You Handled That Perfectly™You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on SpotifyYou Handled That Perfectly™ Instagram
2025-10-1650 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Identity Crisis Series, Part 3: Empty NestersWe are wrapping up our series on identity crisis. I am sure this is not the last we will talk about identity crises, because as moms, we go through so many changes throughout our lives. If you're looking around your quiet house and thinking, “Wait—who am I now?”—you’re not alone.According to a 2023 study by AARP, 60% of empty nesters report experiencing a loss of identity after their children leave home. More than half - and like our previous stats about PPD - this number feels LOW!Because ev...
2025-10-0244 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Identity Crisis Series, Part 2: School-Age KidsThis episode is the second in our identity crisis series, which is about what it feels like when our kids go to school. Maybe you were a stay-at-home mom, and now your kids are gone during the day. What now? Maybe you work a 9-5 and your schedule has to adapt to school hours, and who you are in your career has to shift. One question I see asked all the time in my mom groups is: I’m traveling with my kids, what are all your tips and tricks?! I love that we are doing this episode! I ha...
2025-09-181h 08You Handled That Perfectly™Identity Crisis Series, Part 1: Birth & PostpartumIn this episode, we are starting a new series all about identity crises. We’ll explore three different phases of life that all involve a shift in who we are as mothers and as women. We are starting with the change that comes when we become mothers, the birth and postpartum phase. The next two episodes we go into when our kids start school and when we become empty nesters (someday for us!)In reality, around 10–20% of mothers experience clinically significant postpartum depression (World Health Organization).
2025-09-041h 18You Handled That Perfectly™Travel with Kids, Part 2In today’s episode, we’re continuing our conversation on traveling with kids! This time, we’re sharing some of the best places to go based on your kids’ ages, the benefits of traveling as a family, and a few of our favorite travel tips. Plus—we’re excited to kick off a brand-new recurring segment you won’t want to miss!Check out:You Handled That Perfectly™You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on SpotifyYou Handled That Perfectly™ Instagram
2025-08-2131 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Travel with Kids, Part 1In this episode, we’re talking about traveling with kids. We figure this is the perfect time to talk about this since it is summertime! We’re going to break down the different kinds of travel like road trips, air travel, and sight-seeing / amusement parks.One question I see asked all the time in my mom groups is: I’m traveling with my kids, what are all your tips and tricks?! I love that we are doing this episode! I have asked a couple of friends who I know travel with kids regularly for some t...
2025-08-071h 10You Handled That Perfectly™Summer with KidsIn this episode, we’re talking about what it’s really like to parent through summer—when routines are loose (or non-existent), snack requests are endless, and emotions are running high (theirs and ours).We wanted to have an honest conversation about the mental load of summer—how much falls on caregivers to create the magic, keep the peace, and somehow still get things done. If you're feeling a little tapped out right now, you're not alone.We get into how we're navigating screen time, camp decisions, sibling dynamics, quiet ti...
2025-07-241h 01You Handled That Perfectly™ProcrastinationIn this episode, we’re diving into procrastination and work avoidance—those moments where you know exactly what you should be doing, but you find yourself doing literally anything else. Maybe you’re deep-cleaning your kitchen, maybe you’re lost in the seventh layer of TikTok, or maybe you're just... frozen. We’ve all been there. And we want to talk about it with some honesty, some science, and a lot of grace.Because procrastination is about managing emotions, not time. Work with your rhythms, not against them.Check out:You Handled That Perfectly™
2025-07-0943 minYou Handled That Perfectly™PrioritYIn this episode, we talk about how we view priorities. This is something we’ve mentioned before in previous episodes, and we wanted to dedicate an entire episode to this concept.The word is “Priority”, being singular, which means that there can only be ONE most important thing. It wasn't until the 20th century that the concept was pluralized into "priorities." The shift reflects a change in thinking, from the understanding that one could only have a single 'first' thing to the modern idea that several 'first' things can be jugg...
2025-06-2559 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Comfort ZoneIn this episode, we are going to talk about getting out of our comfort zone! Whether it is something big, like moving to a new city, or small, like driving a different route to work, we think the fact that you tried anything is impressive! We talk about taking small steps in our manifestation episode and how that can make a big difference, and the same could go for stepping out of our comfort zone. Start small and do something like drive a different route to your favorite coffee shop. Mixing up the routine ca...
2025-06-1140 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Household ManagementIn this episode, we talk about the mental load and household management. We get into how we each manage our households and what that looks like with our families. We also touch on kids’ chores, activities, and expectations. The mental load is described as “the often invisible cognitive and emotional labor involved in managing a household and family, including planning, scheduling, and remembering tasks. It's the work of anticipating needs, making decisions, and ensuring everything runs smoothly.” We came up with 5 ways that can help you lighten the mental load!
2025-05-281h 01You Handled That Perfectly™Angel Numbers & Human DesignIn this episode, we are talking about angel numbers and human design — and how these tools can actually help you get more in sync with yourself. Here’s the thing — when you start paying attention to patterns, nudges, and your own natural energy, it’s like the volume on your life turns up. You start to realize what’s really yours versus what you’ve just been carrying.Dog Breed + ZodiacYou Handled That Perfectly™You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on SpotifyYou Handled That Perfectly™ Instagram
2025-05-1446 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Empowered Women Empower WomenIn this episode, we are going to walk you through a brief history of women, specifically in the US, as it relates to womens' rights, money, business, etc. And the different events that led to where we are today and where we hope to go in the future."We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated." — Maya Angelou“A girl should be two things: who and what she wants.” — Coco Chanel“There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish” — Michelle ObamaCheck out:A fun quiz to see which t...
2025-05-0145 minYou Handled That Perfectly™The QuizisodeWe took all the personality quizzes—just like we used to in our favorite '90s magazines—and we’re sharing our results! From Love Languages and Myers-Briggs to the Enneagram, Big 5, Emotional Intelligence, and Clifton Strengths, we break down what we learned, what surprised us, and how these tools help us better understand ourselves (and each other). Don’t worry—we’ve linked them all so you can take them too!Check out:5 Love LanguagesMyers-BriggsEmotional IntelligenceEnneagram Personality TestBig 5 Personality TestStrengths Finder...
2025-04-1647 minYou Handled That Perfectly™BONUS: Two Minute Nervous System ResetAs mentioned in our Manifestation Part 2 episode, this quick bonus segment will walk you through a calming breathwork and grounding exercise designed to regulate your nervous system in just two minutes. Use it anytime you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in your head—and reset your energy so you can shift into clarity, calm, and alignment.Check out:You Handled That Perfectly™You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on SpotifyYou Handled That Perfectly™ Instagram
2025-04-1603 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Manifestation, Part 2We love talking manifestation so much and had a lot to say about it, we decided to do a part 2!This time we get a little more into the science behind manifesting and how it’s not only a fun thing to do but also proven to help reduce stress, build confidence, and give people a sense of purpose. There is a big tie between manifesting and nervous system regulation. They go hand in hand because knowing that you are aligned with the universe in your goals and trusting the process will allow your bo...
2025-04-0241 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Manifestation, Part 1“When we change the way we look at things, the things we look at change.” - Wayne DyerManifesting what you want is no new concept. We remember reading The Secret then creating vision boards and putting out positive energy essentially, doing all the things. There are so many self-help and affirmation-style resources now that come with the idea that we can manifest our futures. But manifesting is only part of the process, the rest comes with action taken on those dreams.In this episode, we talk about how we m...
2025-03-1939 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Starting a BusinessIn this episode, we talk about starting a business! We felt like this was a logical next episode for us since it is so fresh in our minds having just started this business. Like we mentioned before, we both own businesses that launched in 2023 and have taken slightly different paths with those. Carly started her business with a jump in and figure it out as you go mindset. She built out her client base through connections and networking. She got in touch with previous employers and asked if they needed help and wanted to contract to her...
2025-03-0638 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Get to know KellyCarly interviews Kelly: Kelly is the founder and owner of Avalon Professional Services, where she helps female entrepreneurs—especially moms—streamline their operations with high-level support that bridges the gap between a virtual assistant and a fractional COO. With over 20 years of remote work experience and a background working alongside C-level executives, Kelly has mastered the art of organization, efficiency, and strategic problem-solving. She is passionate about helping business owners reclaim their time so they can focus on what truly matters.Dedicated to delivering exceptional service and building strong, long-term relationships, Kelly goes above and...
2025-02-1936 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Get to know CarlyKelly interviews Carly: Carly has been in the design world for over 15 years! Her career started in fashion design and then moved into packaging design and finally expanding to all areas of graphic design. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Business, a degree in Product Development, and an MFA in Graphic Design. She absolutely loves all things visual, whether it is viewing them or creating them. You’ll find that she is an extremely efficient worker and receptive to your requests since your goals are the same, create something that allows your brand to shine. White Space...
2025-02-1333 minYou Handled That Perfectly™Welcome!Hi! Welcome! We are Kelly and Carly, best friends who have known each other forever. Like literally forever, since preschool! We’ve both started businesses in the last couple of years, and have kids, and puppies - so life is busy.We started this podcast to share our experiences and knowledge on starting new businesses while handling motherhood but more importantly, to encourage other women in similar places in life and let them know that if you are doing your best, even if it may not feel perfect, you are handling it perfectly. Our goal for...
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