Mommy Diary: The Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Building a Personal Brand Online and The Importance of Pivoting with Ashley Samadani Oct 12, 2020

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Have you ever felt like you aren't living your purpose or your passion? It's never too late to change that. I'm talking all about these topics and more with my guest today, Ashley Samadani. Ashley is a mom to a 4-year-old daughter, former special education teacher turned blogger, and personal branding coach for Mompreneurs, helping them to build out a framework to create message-driven impact as well as multiple income streams online.

Ashley and I are diving into making the transition from a 9-5 career to running a business from home. Tune in to hear how Ashley made these transitions, even when fear showed up time and time again.

In this episode, Ashley and I discuss:

The importance of pivoting your business as needed
Not being afraid to start small
Showing up and serving your audience
The benefits of creating a personal brand

To connect with Ashley and check out all her incredible resources, head to ashleysamadani.com.

Join her Elevate Academy Facebook Group here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ElevateAcademyGroup/

For full show notes, head to mommydiary.com/podcast!

The Rainbow Crew: Who Are They And Why Are They Here? Oct 05, 2020

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Have you ever heard of the rainbow crew, or rainbow children? Today I have a wonderful guest who is going to tell us all about this special group of children. Her name is Julia Treat. Julia is an internationally renowned psychic medium, Angel intuitive, spiritual teacher, author, and podcaster.

Julia is telling us all about how she went from being a speech pathologist to a psychic medium and spiritual teacher. She shares how she discovered her gifts, the first time she communicated with the Other Side, and how she found healing when she needed it the most.

In this episode, Julia and I cover:

Indigo, crystal, and rainbow children
Who the rainbow crew is, and how they help us heal
The importance of loving ourselves
Pushing past challenging times

For full show notes, head to mommydiary.com/podcast!

The Value Of Networking With Other Women Sep 28, 2020

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I haven't always understood the value of networking. I used to think the word networking sounded fake and forced. I thought it was something that people did just for opportunity. Now I know it's so much more than that. In my experience, networking can lead you to creating genuine and lasting friendships in both your personal and professional life. There is so much value in connecting with other like-minded women. If the idea of going to a networking event terrifies you, you're not alone. I felt the same way when I attended my first in-person summit. If you can push past your fear and self doubt, I promise that it will be worth it. In this episode I cover:

The value and benefits of attending an in-person or virtual networking event
My experience with my first networking event, the Mom 2.0 summit
Why it's so important to invest in your hobbies
How empowering it is to get out of your comfort zone

Growing Your Family: The Journey Through Each Child From #1 to #4 Sep 21, 2020

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Having four children was not always my plan. Each child has brought a different experience to my life and taught me something new about myself and about motherhood.

Today, I'm diving into what the journey has looked liked as we've transitioned from one to two kids, two to three kids, and finally three to four kids.

In this episode I discuss:

Why the transition from one to two kids was the most challenging for me
How having multiple children affects the relationship with your partner
The importance of asking for help when you need it

For full show notes head to mommy-diary.com/podcast. Connect with me on Instagram @mommydiary!

Asian-American Identity, K-beauty & What BLM Means to Asians with Professor Heijin Lee Sep 07, 2020

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I can't wait for you to hear from our guest today. Heijin Lee is Assistant Professor of Social and Cultural Analysis at New York University who specializes in Asian-American studies. She is currently working on her forthcoming book,The Geopolitics of Beauty, which maps the convergence of pop culture and plastic surgery coming from South Korea and has been featured on National Public Radio's Code Switch, Korea Society's "K-Pop 101" series, and at KCON discussing beauty, pop and power.

Being Asian-Americans, Heijin and I have had many similar experiences in life. We are both passionate about starting a dialogue in regards to where Asian-Americans fit into the conversation of racism. Today we're going into a deep dive about both the concern we have for our children and our country's future, but also the pride we have in the younger generation of being powerful advocates for minorities.

On today's episode, Heijin and I discuss:

The different meanings that Korean beauty takes on
How the standard of beauty in our culture is changing
Social media's influence of taking Korean culture products to a new level
The model minority myth and where it stems from
How to talk to our children about race

For full show notes, head to mommy-diary.com/podcast!

Natural Induction, Unmedicated Birth and Racial Disparities in Maternal Care with Brittany Kelly Sep 01, 2020

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Brittany Kelly joins us on the podcast today, and we are covering all kinds of topics, from motherhood and beyond. Brittany is a mother of four, a mommy blogger, and YouTuber. She seeks to share stories and information supporting and encouraging mothers during the first five years of motherhood.

Brittany is very knowledgeable on natural steps to take for inducing labor and has had multiple unmedicated births. She even shares her story of birthing her daughter in the car!

In this episode, Brittany and I also discuss:

Parenting multiple children
Focusing on the joys of motherhood
Methods for inducing labor at home
Healthcare disparities that black women face in pregnancy and childbirth

For full show notes, head to mommy-diary.com/podcast.

Photography Tips and Tricks for Families Aug 24, 2020

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If you are working hard to build your Instagram page, blog, Etsy shop, or simply a parent who wants to capture beautiful photos of their children, then this episode is for you.

One of my greatest passions is photography. I think it's the perfect way to capture ordinary moments, which turn into priceless memories that you can look back on years from now. Today I'm sharing all my best DIY photography tips and tricks for you.

In this episode you'll learn:

7 simple ways to improve your photography at home
The differences between using an iPhone and a professional camera
Fun ways to keep you and your kids happy during a shoot
Tips on wardrobes and appropriate settings for your photo shoots
Best beginner cameras for bloggers and moms

Head to mommy-diary.com/podcast for full show notes and more parenting and lifestyle resources!

Pet Loss and Grief For Parents Aug 17, 2020

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If you follow me on Instagram, you may know that my sweet dog, Bibi died unexpectedly a couple weeks ago. I've always wanted to do a podcast episode about pets, I just never knew it would be during these circumstances.

My father is a vet, so I've grown up around animals my entire life. I've been present for the birth and death of animals, but this experience has been different for me. Bibi was so important to me and my family, and I have had a difficult time accepting that she is gone.

In this episode, I'm sharing how I've been feeling since Bibi's death. I've learned that people grieve differently, especially men and women. I am a very sensitive and empathic person, so it's taking me a long time to come to terms with what's happened. In this episode I also discuss:

Why grieving is so difficult as a mom
Explaining loss to your children
The special role that pets play in our family
What Bibi's death has taught me

If you are grieving a loss of any kind, it is my hope that you're giving yourself time and grace to work through it.

Head to mommy-diary.com or @mommydiary on IG for more resources.

Shifting Our Mindset About School At Home Aug 10, 2020

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It was so nice to sit down and record this episode with my good friend, Sally Kim. Sally is a teacher turned stay at home mom and blogger who runs Lovestalgia- a nostalgic life, lived with love. She creates content about homeschooling, Disney, and life with an only child in Orange County California. As an introvert, she never thought she would be sharing snippets of her life on the internet, but here she is.

With a new school year is quickly approaching, things are looking much different than usual. Some students will be returning to school, while many will be beginning another round of distance learning. As a homeschooling mom, Sally will shed light on her experiences homeschooling her seven year old daughter. She'll also tell us her story of transitioning from a teacher to a blogger.

In this episode we discuss:

The basics of transitioning from public school to homeschooling
Tips for being home with your child all day
The idea of "deschooling"
How we can support our kids without losing our patience
Shifting our mindset as parents when it comes to school at home
Advice for moms who want to start a blog

Whatever decision you are making as parent when it comes to school for this upcoming year, just know that we will all get through it together. You've got this!

For more tips and inspiration, head to mommy-diary.com or connect with me over on Instagram @mommydiary

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Parenting During a Pandemic Aug 03, 2020

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I have been working from home for about six years now. Let's be real though, working from home during COVID-19 is not the same. I've been having a difficult time juggling motherhood and work during this time.

With four kids at home and my husband working full days, I am struggling to make it all work. I literally cannot even take a shower alone! I'm feeling the pressure of managing my business and my home, as well as guilt for not having the time to play and relax with my children, who I know are bored of being at home all day.

Today I wanted to do an episode of my honest feelings of parenting during this pandemic. I know I'm not the only one feeling this way! I mostly want you to know that if you're feeling overwhelmed and stressed out right now, you're most definitely not alone.

For more tips and inspiration, head to mommy-diary.com!