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089 Why We Absolutely Need Mom Friends Jun 29, 2021

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You’ve heard us talk about “back in times of B.C.” (Before Children) and how life worked differently then. One of those things that worked differently were friendships (for many of us). We had school, or work, or outside hobbies where we could meet people with similar interests. But when you become a mom, some of us are cut off from those outside things and we struggle trying to make those friendships going forward. And the truth is that mom friends are absolutely essential to your journey through parenthood!

Well, no need to fear, we’ve got 3 tips on how to make (and keep) those mommy friendships going strong!

Resources We Shared:

Me & My Friendships Pre-Order Bonus

Podcast Episode 052: Easy Ways to Update Your Wardrobe with Lani Inlander

Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself

Peanut App

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088 Second Child Thoughts: What Changes When 1 Becomes 2 with Lynn Berger Jun 24, 2021

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So many moms worry about whether or not we are giving enough attention to our kids, especially when they outnumber you! We feel guilty for spending what may seem like a lot of time with one child and not enough with the other.

But is that really happening?

Are we really giving some of our kids (often the younger ones) the raw end of the deal?

In this episode we talk with Lynn Berger, a writer and journalist in the Netherlands, covering care, and author. As the care correspondent for online journalism platform De Correspondent, she writes about the various forms care can take, what it does for us, and what we need in order to take good care. Lynn took her thoughts and experiences of being a second child, combined them with her own thoughts as she prepared to, and had her second child, and rounded it all out with what the research says on the subject and put it together in her book, Second Thoughts: On Having and Being a Second Child.

JoAnn, Brie, and Lynn talk about their own experiences both as children with siblings and with their own children and the guilt that we face trying to give each child what feels like is never enough time.

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PG-ish Podcast

Second Thoughts: On Having and Being a Second Child

Lynn Berger

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087 Listener Questions:Bedtime Routines and Sibling Fights Jun 22, 2021

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This is our first ever “Listener Questions” episode where we asked our No Guilt Mom listeners to send us their parenting challenges for us to offer some help.

In this episode we talk about the difficulties of getting 3 kids (all under 6 years old!) in bed at night and how to not get caught in the middle of every fight- especially ones that involve the TV remote!

Resources We Shared:

Me & My Friendships Pre-Order Bonus

No Guilt Mom Listener Question Submissions

Simply Piano / Simply Guitar App

Paddleboard Yoga

Go the F to Sleep (narrated by Samuel L. Jackson)

3 Steps to Create an Awesome Bedtime Routine For Your Kids

Healthy Children.org- Bedtime Routines for School-Aged Children

KidsHealth.org Does the Light From a Phone or Computer Make it Hard to Sleep?

Managing Sibling Fights (Without Being the Ref)

Calm and Happy Parenting

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086 Parenting on the Same Page with Amy McCready Jun 17, 2021

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It’s hard enough when you are trying to pick a place to go out to eat and no one is on the same page, but when you and your partner or co-parent aren’t on the same page...it can be down right agonizing!

In this episode, we’re joined by Amy McCready, the Founder of Positive Parenting Solutions and the creator of the 7-Step Parenting Success System online course. She is the author of two best-selling parenting books: If I Have to Tell You ONE MORE TIME and The "Me, Me, Me" Epidemic. She has two adult sons (age 24 and 22). Amy helps moms and dads become the parents they've always wanted to be.

We discuss with Amy how parents can identify what the real issue is causing their parenting struggles and how to best get on the same page and become a united front.

Resources We Shared:

Positive Parenting Solutions

If I Have to Tell You One More Time...: The Revolutionary Program That Gets Your Kids To Listen Without Nagging, Reminding, or Yelling

The Me, Me, Me Epidemic: A Step-by-Step Guide to Raising Capable, Grateful Kids in an Over-Entitled World

Meet the Freemans

Marriage 365

Alyson Schafer

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085 It's NOT Your Job To Entertain the Kids! Jun 15, 2021

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Summer break is upon us and moms everywhere are desperately coming up with summer schedules, driving from activity to activity and planning day after day in an attempt to keep their kids from getting bored. Then of course, the fighting starts.

Why do we as moms feel like it’s our job to plan everything ALL THE TIME?

Honestly, so many of us moms set ourselves up for failure. We try so hard to keep everyone entertained so no one gets bored. Why do we feel compelled to control the situation instead of letting it be and letting our kids experience boredom?

But science says that boredom is actually really good for them! We give you 5 science-backed reasons why it’s not your job to entertain the kids and it’s actually good for them to be bored!

Resources We Shared:

5 Benefits of Boredom

Happy Parent Checklist

Podcast Episode #5: How to be happy with your family budget with Nicole Rule

Podcast Episode #21: Is busy a bad word with Alex Soojung-Kim Pang PhD

Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less

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084 Creating Your Happy Place with Tasha Agruso Jun 10, 2021

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Your space definitely affects your mood. Have you ever noticed how in some places you feel super relaxed and calm and others just seem to make your heart race with anxiety as soon as you set eyes on it?

In this episode, we are talking with Tasha Agruso, the founder of the popular DIY and home decor website Kaleidoscope Living, creator of Designer in a Binder and House to Home: A Journal for Homeowners, and host of the Colorful Conversations podcast. She helps you create a home you love, no matter your budget. Because if you don't love your home, you aren't living your best life!

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Kaleidoscope Living

Designer In A Binder 25% off Discount Code NOGUILTMOM

@kaleidoscope_living on Instagram

Colorful Conversations Podcast

The UCLA Cortisol Level test study

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083- How to Make and Keep Friends with JoAnn Crohn Jun 08, 2021

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Just like riding a bike, baking chocolate chip cookies, or playing a video game, making friends is skill a that kids can build.

In this unique episode, Brie takes on the role of host and interviews JoAnn Crohn, author of the upcoming book Me & My Friendships. This is JoAnn’s second book and it was a very special one to her. Kids often don’t understand all the ins and outs of social relationships and friendships. And if your kids are quiet, shy, or have difficulties understanding social norms, friendships can be a HUGE challenge for them. The book Me & My Friendships was written specifically for kids ages 6-10 years old and is as easy and fun read! Kids will learn everything they need to know to make and keep friends, which is essential for social emotional development!

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Preorder Me & My Friendships on Amazon

Me & My Friendships Preorder Bonus

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How to Win Friends & Influence People

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The Life Skills Your Kids Need Before Launch with Amy Carney Jun 03, 2021

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As parents, we can get so caught up in school/grades, sports, and so on, that we forget to teach our kids the basics. The life skills they need before launching into the world!

In this episode, we talk with Amy Carney, author of Parent on Purpose and 100 Questions for Mom Journal. She creates content and products to help parents raise their children with more joy and purpose. She has 19-year-old triplet sons (launched to 3 different colleges/states), an 18-year-old daughter is a senior (Yep- had 4 kids in 18 months), and adopted their youngest out of the foster care system in 2016. In addition to that, she’s fostering another 9-year-old son now to adopt this summer!

Amy tells us all about her "A-ha" moment when it became very apparent that their family needed to stop, rewind, and focus on life skills more with their kids and how that involved a cross-country trek in an RV! We discuss what life skills are the most important for kids to learn before they leave the house (and cursive is not on that list), as well as what are some tips on how parents can be more intentional every day in their parenting.

Resources We Shared:

Parent on Purpose: A Courageous Approach to Raising Children in a Complicated World

Parent on Purpose

The Addiction Inoculation

Podcast Ep 60 Guarding Kids Against Addiction with Jessica Lahey

Kid90 documentary

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081- How to Handle Screen Time With Your Kids Jun 01, 2021

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How much screen time is too much? This is a question we get so much here at No Guilt Mom.

And to be honest, many of us are scared by the amount of time that both our kids are spending on screens as much as ourselves! And then… the pandemic hit! And suddenly everyone has to be on screens for so many reasons- school, work, entertainment. It’s impossible to avoid them in the current environment!

But before you go into full panic mode- grab your earphones and take a deep breath. We have 4 tips to help you figure out how to best handle screen time with your kids in your home- without the GUILT!

Resources We Shared:

PG-ish Podcast

Podcast Episode #15: How we can improve our kids’ mental health with Tessa Stuckey

Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life

What do we really know about kids and screens? From the American Psychological Association

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry updated screentime recommendations in Feb 2020

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080 Real Talk About Money & Relationships with His and Her Money May 27, 2021

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Chances are good that at some point in your life, you have had a disagreement with your partner over money. Money issues are a high conflict topic in any marriage. Many studies show that as many as 41% of divorces are over money disputes.

That’s a lot of people experiencing the same problem. But we have experts today to help us with the age old problem of money issues and relationships!

Talaat and Tai McNeely, are the Founders of His and Her Money, The His and Her Money Show Podcast and author of the book, Money Talks: The Ultimate Couples Guide To Communicating About Money. They help individuals and couples get on the same page financially and create a life of freedom. They currently live in Chicago with their 3 children (under the age of 11!).

We discuss how to have healthy money habits, what are some of the biggest money-related pitfalls in relationships, and how to not only avoid them, but thrive in your money habits as a family! Plus- how to have a “dream date”!