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E12 - Special Needs and Mom Guilt w/ Heather Avis Jun 22, 2021

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Heather Avis, a mother of three, and an advocate for shifting the narrative around disabilities. In her work, Heather inspires and encourages us to reconsider our assumptions when it comes to the entire spectrum of ability.
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Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International.

Guest: Heather Avis Follow Heather on social:
www.heatheravis.com
Instagram: @theluckyfewofficial
Facebook: @theluckyfewofficial

Heather's books:
Different: A Great Thing to Be by Heather Avis, releases June 29 and is available now for pre-order: https://www.amazon.com/Different-Great-Thing-Heather-Avis/dp/0593232658/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3CPKN90R63JP7&dchild=1&keywords=different+a+great+thing+to+be&qid=1623342414&sprefix=different+a+great+th%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-2

Scoot Over and Make Some Room

The Lucky Few

Resources mentioned:
Disability and the Church: A Vision for Diversity and Inclusion by Lamar Hardwick

"Beyond Measure" participant guide: https://store.mops.org/products/beyond-measures-participant-guide?_pos=7&_sid=054400d25&_ss=r

Directions for finding a "Beyond Measure" group online

www.thisisdownsyndrom.com

Additional resources:

"Please Don't Call Me a Saint for Adopting a Child with Disabilities" by Crystal Kupper

https://www.scarymommy.com/adopting-child-with-disabilities/

E11 - Loving Your Neighbor w/ Sharifa Stevens Jun 15, 2021

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What does love look like when your neighbor looks different than you? We brought in special guest Sharifa Stevens to help us navigate this conversation. How do we change the narrative in our family? What does "ally-ship" look like for moms of different colors? Why do women have the power to change it all?
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Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International.

Opening Scripture Matthew 22:36-40 (ESV)

Guest: Sharifa Stevens. Follow Sharifa Stevens on social media:
website: www.sharifastevens.com
Instagram: @sharifawrites
Facebook: @sharifahaylestevens
Twitter: @sharifawrites

Resources mentioned:
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
Magnificat is Mary's prayer found in Luke 1:46-55

E10 - Making More Money w/ Crystal Paine Jun 08, 2021

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Too often, moms spend their time figuring out how to save more money. We are talking with Crystal Paine about ways women can make more money. It is a small mindset shift that has significant impact.
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For more information about MOPS, International, go to www.mops.org.

Links mentioned in the introduction:
We Should All Be Millionaires: A Woman’s Guide to Earning More, Building Wealth, and Gaining Economic Power by Rachel Rodgers
https://whattobecome.com/blog/women-entrepreneurs-statistics/

Loving Lately mentions:
10 Things to Tell You podcast interview with Laura Tremaine and The Freelance CFO, Katelyn Magnuson
Episode 117: 10 Financial Tips for Freelancers: https://www.10thingstotellyou.com/podcast/117

Guest speaker: Crystal Paine. Follow Crystal on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneySavingMom
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themoneysavingmom/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/moneysavingmom
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/msmblog/_created/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/moneysavingmom
Website: www.moneysavingmom.com
Resources mentioned in the interview:
Www.5rr.com
Published: The Proven Path From Blank Page to Published Author by Chandler Bolt

Books by Crystal Paine:

E9 - How Social Media is Impacting Your Mental Health w/ Dr. Hillary McBride May 27, 2021

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As we close out May, Mental Health Awareness Month, we welcome psychologist Dr. Hillary L. McBride to the show to talk about the connection between social media and our mental health. Her expertise, research, and practical ideas create a rich conversation about how we can approach and talk with our kids about social media.
Show Notes:
Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International.
Opening story read by Mandy from Jennifer Naraki can be found @jennifernaraki on Instagram.

Follow Dr. Hillary McBride on social media: Instagram: @hillaryliannamcbride, Facebook: @realhillarymcbride and Twitter: @hillarylmcbride. Website: www.hillarylmcbride
Books by Hillary McBride:
Mothers, Daughters, and Body Image: Learning to Love Ourselves as We Are
Embodiment and Eating Disorders
The Wisdom of Your Body: Finding Healing, Wholeness, and Connection Through Embodied Living
MOPS resources mentioned in Mandy's closing:
Fierce Love Collective 6-week group: Email meetups@mops.org to join a group.

E8 - What's Holding Us Back In Our Marriages w/ Elaine Hamilton May 25, 2021

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Everyone carries trauma into their marriage. It creates walls and feelings that appear irrational. We are talking with licensed therapist, Elaine Hamilton, about how we can identify our trauma and work through it.
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Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International.

Opening story about elephant mentioned by Mandy in introduction is from Do Hard Things by Alex and Brett Harris.

Guest: Elaine Martens Hamilton, LMFT, website: www.soulcarehouse.com You can follow Elaine on social media: Instagram @soulcarehouse, Facebook @elainemartenshamilton

Retreat on Orcas Island: www.soulcarehouse.com/orcas

Books mentioned by Elaine Hamilton:

Attached: Are you Anxious, Avoidant or Secure? How the science of adult attachment can help you find – and keep – love by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller
How We Love Workbook, Expanded Edition: Making Deeper Connections in Marriage by Milan Yerkovich and Kay Yerkovich
Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples: Third Edition by Harville Hendrix Ph.D. (Author), Helen LaKelly Hunt PhD (Author)
The Dance of Anger: A Woman's Guide to Changing the Patterns of Intimate Relationships by Harriet Lerner
The Dance of Intimacy: A Woman's Guide to Courageous Acts of Change in Key Relationships by Harriet Lerner
Why Am I Afraid to Tell You Who I Am? by John Powell

E7 - Ask Us Anything May 18, 2021

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How do you create dinner for eternity? What book is Mandy wanting to write? You asked and we answered. The journey is sweeter when you know the person next to you. Send us your questions at 303-733-5353 ext.2888
Buy the book, Hope Anyway by Leeana Tankersley on Amazon.

E6 - Mommy Wine Culture w/ Emily Paulson May 11, 2021

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Women have reported that their alcohol drinking has significantly increased since the pandemic. We are talking about a sensitive topic that is getting more and more attention in the past year. We are not talking about if drinking is good or bad, but the situation so many moms have found theirselves in recently with the increase exposure of Mommy Wine Culture. Emily Paulson from @SoberMomSquad is joining us to talk about her experiences and answer our questions. Follow Emily Paulson on social media at facebook.com/emilylynnpaulson and instagram.com/highlightrealrecovery.

E5 - Wisdom From Our Moms May 04, 2021

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We brought our moms on the show for Mother's Day! How did you survive motherhood as a single mom? How did you give us something you never had? Is it even worth it? We dive in deep with our moms and learn what a legacy of love looks like.

E4 - Sex, Intimacy, and Loving Your Body With Desiree Fortin Apr 27, 2021

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Are you confident with your body after having children? A whopping 72% told us you're not. Join us as we chat with Desiree Fortin (@theperfectmom) on how we can stop bullying ourselves, create intimacy, and learn to love our own bodies well. Follow Desiree on Instagram or check out her blog here.

E3 - The Loneliness Pandemic Apr 15, 2021

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Have you grown farther apart from your friends during the pandemic? Have you felt more alone than ever? According to our poll, 68% of moms say that's the case. In this episode, we talk about navigating friendships and what it means to be a best friend in this past year.

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