Gentle Parenting F*cks Me Up

In this episode, Brianna talks about the negative impact the rat race is having on the family unit and especially on our children. From competitive sports to extra curricular activities to hours of public school, homework and projects, the family unit is being attacked at all angles. The only way to save your children from living this rat race and succumbing to a constant fight or flight response is to have the confidence and the backbone to go against what everyone else in society seems to be doing. As parents, it is our duty to protect our children and make the decisions that are in their best interest. By slowing down the rat race and replacing some of the activities that come with it with quality family time, you will be giving your children one of the greatest gifts they will ever receive. If you and your children aren't happy with the race you have been sucked into, do them and yourself an enormous favor and dare to be different. I promise you there is great harmony on the other side of chaos. 

This episode is for parents and caregivers who are thinking about making the switch from public school to homeschool for their kids. This episode is also for parents who know that they want to homeschool right off the bat but don’t necessarily know where to begin. In this episode, Brianna dives deep and gets into the nitty gritty about HOW to successfully make the switch to homeschooling and why making this switch is so important. Brianna guides you, educates you, motivates you, and inspires you to take control, find the power within, and change your child’s life for the better. In this episode, you will learn the basics around how you can make homeschooling a reality as soon as possible. 

Kristina was a single mother for 9 long years. She busted her ass while feeling as though her son was being robbed of the life she wanted to give him - a life where she was more present and available. A life where he was consistently getting the best of her. With feet hurting and no desire to keep up small talk at the hair salon, Kristina never saw herself living the life she is living now. After meeting her partner Chris and being candid about her desires to raise future children, Kristina finally becomes the mom she had always hoped to be - a stay at home mom. As wild and crazy and stressful and difficult and overwhelming as it may be, her now three boys get the best of her and she wouldn’t have it any other way. Kristina’s humor, attitude, and outlook on life are very admirable. Her drive and work ethic all those years as a single mother exemplified her dedication and love for her firstborn. Have a listen as Kristina opens up and shares what it was like being a single mom, her appreciation for the life she has been given, her previous perceptions of being a SAHM, hilarious stories about her kids, and tips and advice on how to get through the day as a stay at home mom. 

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In this episode, Nick Landry fully embraces vulnerability and authenticity as he opens up and shares his life experience living on the autism spectrum. Nick is an incredible human, a top notch educator and a passionate sports enthusiast. He leads with love, compassion, dedication, and a work ethic that is unmatched. One conversation with Nick and you’d think life never handed him any lemons. But that’s not the case. Living with autism spectrum disorder and not being officially diagnosed until 6th grade came with many challenges. Being bullied, learning how to manage impulses, and feeling left out while growing up led to some of the hardest times in Nick’s life. However, Nick’s experiences, both good and bad, have shaped him to be the outstanding person he is today. Nick never let living on the autism spectrum get in the way of his own success. Nick is a true inspiration when it comes to understanding yourself, loving yourself, never quitting, and following your dreams and passions no matter what life throws at you. 

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Cassandra Blake is a tough, strong, badass, mother, wife, FT employee, and entrepreneur. She is someone who openly embraces and exudes vulnerability and realness on the daily. I needed to know where she got the strength to be so vulnerable and to fearlessly show the world who she is. I did not expect the answers she gave me. You will be amazed as you listen to Cassandra explain how she became the woman she is today. From having high functioning anxiety, to experiencing debilitating health issues and being told she’d never be able to have children, to a traumatic pregnancy and delivery, to being sectioned and put into a psych ward against her will, Cassandra has been through a lot. Her story will have you laughing, crying, and clenching your fists in a fit of rage. But most of all, her story will leave you in awe at who she has chosen to become despite everything she has gone through. Every day, Cassandra makes the conscious decision to be the best mother, the best wife, and the best version of herself while being mindful and conscious of not repeating old habits and patterns that were ingrained into her as a small child. She frequently makes a serious effort to do things that scare her because she has been shown over and over again that personal growth comes from conquering your greatest fears. Cassandra is a true example of how we can all find strength through the struggle. I hope you enjoy listening to Cassandra as much as I did. Don’t forget to share this episode with family and friends. 

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After an emotionally painful 3.5 years of trying to get pregnant, Daniella and her husband were finally blessed with a beautiful baby boy. However, the road to get there was not an easy one. For years, Daniella learned the true meaning behind the saying, “comparison is the thief of joy” as she watched those around her get pregnant while also posting their pregnancy announcements and pictures of their growing families on social media. “What’s wrong with me? Why isn’t my body doing what it’s supposed to do?” were questions Daniella ruminated over for years. Then one day, Daniella receives a phone call she never thought she’d get. “Infertile, stage 4, endometriosis” was all she heard. In this episode, Daniella gets vulnerable and shares everything about her pregnancy journey from infertility, to loss, to IVF, to finally having a successful pregnancy. Daniella and her husband are a loving, supportive, and communicative team that never lost hope and continued going after the life they so desperately wanted. Listen and share with family and friends. 

If you are experiencing infertility or loss and you need guidance, help, and support, speak with your primary care physician. Also, seek out resources like www.resolve.org, The National Infertility Association where you can find help such as support groups in your area. 

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Coming out in a small town in Massachusetts back in 2006 wasn't exactly the easiest thing to do. At a young age, Meaghan knew who she was and what she wanted in life but being raised Irish Catholic put her at a crossroads when it came to being her most authentic self. When she couldn't bear it any longer, Meaghan decided to turn to God. The words of a priest that day in that church changed the trajectory of her life forever. Fast forward to the day Meaghan meets Jayme. The story of how the universe brought them together is amazing.  Meaghan has recently moved across the country to live in a completely unfamiliar state with Jayme and her description of the culture shock is hilarious. But her love and appreciation for Kansas and the people who live there makes you want to pack your bags and drive out for a visit. Meaghan is a true example of how living your most authentic life and following your heart can accelerate everything and bring you more happiness and fulfillment than you ever could have imagined. A true, in a rush, Bostonian is now learning the value of going with the flow and letting the universe take you where you're meant to go. Meaghan's positivity and outlook on life is an inspiration. Have a listen and share with your family and friends.

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I’m gonna go ahead and say it. Gentle parenting f*cks me up. In more ways than one. I have a love hate relationship with this style of parenting because it gets into your psyche and forces you to do some deep, internal soul searching. It also forces you to re-parent yourself which is hard enough in itself and I’ll get into that. However, as challenging as this style of parenting has been for us, I do believe it’s the only way to go – at least for me and my kids. Over the past two years, we have researched and practiced gentle parenting with our son and man is it HARD. Gone are the days of time outs and punishments as we learn more about mindful parenting and child development. In this episode, I review what gentle parenting is, briefly touch on the science behind it, share some of our gentle parenting scenarios and techniques and I get into why this is so hard when it comes to re-parenting yourself. 

If you are interested in gentle parenting, follow @biglittlefeelings on IG and purchase their gentle parenting course ASAP. I don't know where I would be right now on my parenting journey without them. It was a complete game changer.

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I had so much fun interviewing Ryan and Jessica. They are a power couple and what they have created as a team is extremely admirable. Owners of the Ehler Lending Team, they guide buyers and investors in finding the mortgage that best suits their individual needs. They do this with so much knowledge, passion and dedication while also having immense amounts of compassion for their clients.

And their talents don't stop there.

Their journey and life story is enough to make you want to get up and go after your dreams. What they have gone through and what they have learned in order to get to the point they're at now in their lives and their business is incredibly inspirational. I could have talked to them for hours. 

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I had a baby in my bedroom and this is my home birth story.  This was the most amazing and transformational experience I will ever have. I gave birth to a baby boy in the hospital back in 2017. I just gave birth to a baby girl at home back in June. I had a midwife and a team of widwives come to my house as I was in labor, supporting me while I was giving birth. It was a water birth that occurred in a birthing tub in my bedroom. Child birth shouldn't be something women are afraid of. Having an empowered birth and giving birth without fear is one of the best things we can ever do. Let's normalize natural birth and home birth.  I hope you enjoy this episode.

 

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