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The Journey of Raising a Special Needs Child with Renae Ingles Apr 27, 2021

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FIND. YOUR. PEOPLE. This was the number one tip from this episode's MomForce guest, Renae Ingles, as she discussed her family's journey with their son who was diagnosed with autism at two-years-old. Renae Ingles is a retired athlete, wife to NBA player Joe Ingles (go Jazz!), and a mother of three. Her life may appear picture perfect, but Renae is quick to open up about the highs and lows that she faces on a daily basis within her family of 5. She has become a passionate spokesperson for autism awareness, research, and education since her son, Jacob, was diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder a couple of years ago. In this episode Renae clears up some common myths about autism and shares advice for anyone that might be facing a new diagnosis.

Find Renae on Instagram.

Kulture City: https://www.kulturecity.org/

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Naming What Matters with Kendra Adachi of @thelazygenius Mar 30, 2021

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When it comes to finding out what is important to you in your life, the first step is to name what matters. Kendra Adachi, New York Times bestselling author of The Lazy Genius Way, shares how this mantra has changed how she lives her life. She is a podcaster, mom, author and creator of a life-changing chicken recipe (seriously, you need to check it out), and she joins Vanessa on The MomForce Podcast to discuss how you can be your own lazy genius. Kendra shares stories of how she has overcome her perfectionist tendencies and how making and building connections with other people ultimately is what she has named as what matters most.

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Find Kendra on Instagram and her website.

Change-your-life chicken: https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/blog/change-your-life-chicken

Kendra's book: The Lazy Genius Collective

The MomForce Facebook Group

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Happiness and the Human Experience with Gretchen Rubin Mar 02, 2021

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Happiness is part of the human experience, and today's guest never tires of exploring the many facets of emotion and happiness. Gretchen Rubin, author of The Four Tendencies, has devoted her career and writing to understanding how humans respond to their expectations. In this episode of The MomForce Podcast, she explains that people's responses to outer and inner expectations determines which of the four tendencies (upholder, questioner, obliger, or rebel) they have.

SHOW NOTES:

The Four Tendencies Quiz

Gretchen's favorite parenting books:

How To Talk So That Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk

Siblings Without Rivalry

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Creating a House of Learning with LaNesha Tabb Feb 02, 2021

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Home is the first place a child begins to learn, and the role a parent plays in their children's education has changed dramatically since the global pandemic began. LaNesha Tabb of @apron_education and author of Unpack Your Impact is an educator and mother who is trailblazing a new curriculum for teachers, parents and students to learn about diversity, inclusion and cultivating important conversations. She shares with Vanessa the responsibility parents have to "disrupt the default" and consciously teach their children how to be anti-racist. In Lanesha's words she tells us all how we can, "Stop being weird about race". Additionally, LaNesha is a kindergarten teacher with 20 years of experience and she shares her number one tip for helping children learn at home.

Vanessa's home school episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-momforce-podcast-hosted-by-chatbooks/id1464755075?i=1000468947702

LaNesha's guide for talking about racism: https://laneshatabb.com/home/store28348178-company-site/

Unpack your impact: https://laneshatabb.com/unpack-your-impact/

Read like a rockstar: https://readlikearockstarteaching.com/

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Choosing Plants Over Processed with Andrea Hannemann of @earthyandy Jan 12, 2021

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Sick of hearing "new year, new you"? Instead of New Year's resolutions, follow Andrea Hannemann in her pursuit of lifelong health habits. She lives by her mantra "plant over processed" and shares how you can do it, too!

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Take the Stress Out of Picky Eating with Jennifer Anderson of @kids.eat.in.color Dec 08, 2020

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Picky eaters are stressful! Jennifer Anderson of Kids Eat In Color has a mission to help parents feel confident feeding their families. Through her website and courses, she offers parents insights into family mealtime - especially with picky eaters! Jennifer joins Vanessa to talk through her best tips and tricks for fulfilling family meals.

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Family Holiday Fun with Melissa Joan Hart and Lifetime Nov 24, 2020

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Vanessa Quigley sits down with Melissa Joan Hart, of Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Clarissa Explains it All fame, to talk about where her career has taken her since her teenage years on TV. Melissa is now a mother of three and shares her experience with parenting and what has helped her the most while raising her boys. She also shares some behind-the-scenes secrets from the set of her latest film, Dear Christmas!

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Give the Gift of Connection Nov 11, 2020

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Finding the perfect gift can be hard, especially for those closest to you. Vanessa Quigley, Chatbooks co-founder and mother of 7, reflects on past episodes with guests Shea McGee, Dr. Tina Bryson and Jordan Page, and shares their tips and tricks on how they strengthen their most important relationships.

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Designing a Beautiful Life with Shea McGee Oct 13, 2020

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How did a girl who went to school in Public Relations end up starting a design brand, writing a book, and collaborating with Target on a line of furniture and decor? Shea McGee of Studio McGee joins Vanessa to talk about how she built her brand, what it is like to star in her own Netflix series, and what is next for her and the Studio McGee brand!

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Laughter is the Best Medicine with Lisa Valentine Clark Sep 15, 2020

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Laughter is the best medicine and Lisa Clark, the original "Real Mom" of Chatbooks viral video fame, is here to prove it! She is a successful actress, author, and radio show host that has faced incredible difficulties this past year. Lisa shares how good humor helped guide her through the diagnosis and recent passing of her husband, Christopher Clark. To see more from Lisa follow her on Instagram.

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