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SFP 129: Work Can Be Self-Care [Meghan Fitzgerald of Tinkergarten] Oct 17, 2018

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Most of us feel like there’s no way we could add one more thing to our plate. But the truth is that starting a side-hustle (or part-time passion-driven work) can actually be a form of self-care. I know that for me, working helps to fill up my cup so I can be more calm and present in the time that I am with my kids. Today I am chatting with Meghan Fitzgerald, the founder of Tinkergarten. Meghan and I are chatting about balancing work with motherhood + the value of adding a side-hustle.

Show Notes/Links

Reference to Episode 125 with Rahima Dancy Become a Tinkergarten Leader – bit.ly/tg-become-a-leader Find a Tinkergarten class near you – bit.ly/tg-view-classes Facebook: facebook.com/tinkergarten Instagram: Tinkergarten Twitter: @tinkergarten Site: tinkergarten.com

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SFP 128: Living Coffee ’til Cocktails [with Brooke Conley] Oct 10, 2018

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Sometimes there is so much to be done that we find ourselves needing coffee to wake up in the morning and wine to take the edge off and calm down in the evening. In today’s episode I am talking with Brooke Conley about alcohol + motherhood. If you have ever thought about cutting back on alcohol or felt like you wanted to give it up–tune in as Brooke and I talk more about our relationships with alcohol.

Show Links/Notes

Stay in touch with Brooke and see her recommended resources: Her website Instagram Online

Books

Podcast on overdrinking that Denaye mentioned

(books contain affiliate links)

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SFP 127: Simple Q&A | Too many gifts, siblings quarrels, social media + kids Oct 03, 2018

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Today on the podcast I am sharing a Q&A episode. That means I am taking your questions and giving you my honest, unfiltered answers. In this episode we are talking about how many gifts to give, how to manage sibling squabbles, minimalism in different regions, and mealtime struggles.

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SFP 126: How to Give Your Child the Very Best [with Bill Deresiewicz, author of Excellent Sheep] Sep 26, 2018

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As parents, we just want to give our kids the best. We want to give them opportunities and send them to the best colleges. Sometimes that means signing them up for all the classes and starting the resumé in the earliest years. In today’s episode I am chatting with author Bill Deresiewicz. We are discussing the disconnection between the pursuit of success and happiness.

Show Notes/Links:

Author Bill Deresiewicz

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SFP 125: The Value of Just Staying Home [with author Rahima Dancy] Sep 18, 2018

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In today’s society we often feel like we need to be out and about, entertaining our children and staying busy. In this episode I am joined by author Rahima Dancy. We are discussing the educational value of just staying home with our children–because their most important learning experiences start right at home with us.

Show Notes/Links:

You are Your Child’s First Teacher [Rahima’s book]
LifeWays North America
Inspired Homemaking Course
Celebrate the Rhythm of Life

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SFP 124: Rethinking Education in the Early Years [with Aubrey Hargis of Child of The Redwoods] Sep 12, 2018

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[Heads up–there’s a wee bit of audio issues in the first part of the interview, but hang it there–it gets better!]

This month we are going to be rethinking education. For anyone that has followed the podcast for sometime, you will know that I am an advocate for progressive forms of education. Namely child-led learning styles. In today’s episode, I am chatting with author and educator Aubrey Hargis of Child of the Redwoods. Aubrey is sharing her insight into the earliest of years of education–infancy and toddlerhood. What do babies really need as far as education in those first years of life?

Show Notes/Links

About Aubrey:

New Book: Baby’s First Year Milestones
Website
Courses
Instagram
Facebook
Facebook Group

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SFP 123: Simple Q&A Sep 05, 2018

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Back by popular demand, today’s episode is a Q&A format. I am answering a variety of your questions about positive parenting, minimalism, moving, homeschooling, and childcare [all rather unapologetically–because remember this is opinion and what works for my family].

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SFP 122: Intentional Fatherhood [with Clark Davis] Aug 29, 2018

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Today is the first ever male guest on the podcast. While it’s long overdue, I am happy to welcome my friend Clark Davis. Clark is the final interview in the series ‘Journey to Simplicity’ this month. In today’s episode, Clark shares his insight on living small, intentional fatherhood, and minimalism.

Not only is Clark on a journey to simplicity in his family life, but he’s also the founder of Sprout-Kids, a furniture company with a likeminded mission: To create sustainable and functional furniture for kids.

Clark Davis

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SFP 121: Minimalism + Parenthood [with Kristen Puzzo] Aug 22, 2018

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This is my favorite podcast episode yet. This month we are exploring the journey to simplicity in four real-life families. Because minimalism just makes good sense for families. Today I am chatting with Kristen Puzzo. Kristen is an active member of the Simple Families Community. I have been following her journey as she has been lightening the heavy load of motherhood for over a year. In this episode she shares an incredible amount of wisdom and insight for aspiring minimalists everywhere.

Show Links:

How to Pack a Minimalist Beach Bag

Kristen #mommingsohard

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SFP 120: Trading my Job for Simplicity [with Lilly Neubauer] Aug 15, 2018

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Some people make big life changes in search of simplicity–Lilly Neubauer is one of them. When the busyness in her life spiraled out of control, Lilly quit her job to get her family back on track. I look forward to sharing her story with you today.

Lilly Neubauer

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