This Mom Loves

In this episode I'm sharing a whole show's worth of favourite things: beauty products, cleaning products, books, kids' apps and Netflix bingewatches! Favourites include: Maybelline eyeliner Norwex glass cloth, floor mop system and BacLock kitchen cloth set I Know You by Annabel Kantaria The Good Liar by Catherine McKenzie Apps - ABC Alphabet Phonics, Sight Words by Photo Touch, Alphabet Tracing Free, Rocket Speller, IXL, Big Math Flash Cards, Eye Spot Thanks to my editor, Lukas Wojcicki!  

Special guest Allison Bell shares her experiences with resilience in the face of infant loss, infertility, postpartum depression and cancer, including the strategies that worked for her, and dos and don'ts for those who want to be supportive. You will be completely drawn in by Allison's story, and her insights will hopefully be helpful to many suffering through similar trials, or loved ones wanting to support them. Feel free to reach out to Allison (full disclosure: she's one of my BFFs) on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. The book she recommended: https://www.amazon.ca/Mindfulness-Eight-Week-Finding-Peace-Frantic-ebook/dp/B005NJ2T1G Just a reminder that if you enjoy the podcast, it's extremely helpful if you subscribe, rate and/or review wherever you listen (e.g., Apple Podcasts). Every single contribution matters, so thank you in advance! Thanks also to my wonderful podcast editor, Lukas Wojcicki!

Jessica Holmes (comedian/actress/writer/mental health advocate) is my special guest, I share how I use tech to declutter paper (for me and the kids) and why you shouldn't interview for pain.     In addition to sharing her experience with depression (including her totally underwhelmed reaction to being asked to emcee for Oprah and how she talks about mental health with her kids) Jessica and I also discuss our shared self-identification as introverts, whether she ever regrets being so open about her life, and the fan-favourite impressions she does onstage and onscreen. (She even gives us a couple of little samples!) Jessica Holmes website, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. More information or purchase Jessica's book Depression: The Comedy here. Special thanks to my awesome editor Lukas Wojcicki!

Etiquette expert Lisa Orr answers all your questions, I share advice to make school day breakfasts and lunches easier, as well as a subscription box tip and another great book. It's a jam-packed episode!     Important links: The Home For Unwanted Girls by Joanna Goodman FabFitFun (I do get rewarded if you order through this link, you can save $10 off your first box with code Fab10) Lisa Orr/Orr Etiquette: Website, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram  **** Now, here's where I open up to you a bit. I am finding podcasting a challenge as a perfectionist, but I am forcing myself to go with one take as much as possible (unless I say something completely incorrect which must be fixed). While my my amazing podcast editor Lukas Wojcicki works hard on the sound, you are getting a very unedited host; I make some point-form notes and use them as a springboard to talk freely. That said, after every recording I think of things I should have said, like "we used signs with pictures of the breakfast items when the girls were younger to help them remember", and "obviously the subscription box tip doesn't work with boxes that have one main item, or items that are based on something like clothing size, but it would work for many"...but I don't want to do take after take, because I don't think it gives the most authentic version of me, nor is it a healthy practice (or feasible in the time I have available). Based on the feedback I've received, I think you listeners are okay with that, and I love you even more for it! Just a reminder that it's super helpful to me if you subscribe, rate, review, share, etc., wherever you listen to This Mom Loves. Thank you!!!

The Child Whisperer Carol Tuttle, birthday party ideas and a book for parents and teachers of struggling students. The book I strongly recommend for all teachers and parents of children who struggle in school: Helping Your Child with Language-Based Learning Disabilities by Daniel Franklin A link to all of the birthday party themes mentioned, plus more (includes my post-pinned Pinterest post of all time, the Amazing Race Party): Ultimate Kids' Birthday Party Theme Roundup Carol Tuttle, The Child Whisperer: website, podcast, Instagram and Facebook. Purchase her book, The Child Whisperer, here. We didn't get to all of her "15 Things You Should Give Up To Be a Happy Parent"...here are the rest! Give up force Give up worry Give up one-size-fits-all rules Give up unhealthy self-sacrifice Give up one-sided decisions Give up negative messages Give up your own childhood story Give up on giving up Thanks to my amazing podcast editor Lukas Wojcicki!

A royal chat about Meghan, Kate and more with Amanda Dishaw, a great tip for saving money on bills, and an app I adore!     Listen to Episode 3 of This Mom Loves using the player above, or use any of the links under it to listen in your favourite spot (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.). Please rate, review, subscribe or spread the word as you see fit! Some helpful links: Texture (the magazine app I raved about) Our House by Louise Candlish Ooma (the $5/month VOIP phone service) My London travel post which includes my Kate and Harry sightings (with photos!): London Travel Part I Special guest Amanda Dishaw's Details: Amanda on Instagram and Twitter Effervescence Media Website, Instagram and Twitter What Would Kate Do? Website, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter Meghan's Mirror Website, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter Special thanks to my podcast editor Lukas Wojcicki!

Cynthia Loyst from The Social, gel nails, get-to-bed tips and a review of Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis. You can listen to Episode 2 of This Mom Loves right here in the player above, or click on any of the links under it to listen in your favourite spot (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.)! Please rate, review, share...I appreciate anything you can do to spread the word!   Important notes and links: The type of manicure I was talking about is called a gel manicure. Love them! Book recommendation: Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis. The sexist (but accurate?) meme:     Cynthia Loyst on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter Her website, Find Your Pleasure The Social on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Find Your Pleasure on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. When chatting with Cynthia I also referenced Pick 3 by Randi Zuckerberg For even more on Cyn: My blog interview with Cynthia Loyst. Behind the scenes at The Social with Cynthia Loyst. Special thanks to my podcast editor Lukas Wojcicki!

This week I'm talking to Kortney Wilson from Masters of Flip, sharing books by Reese Witherspoon and Emily Giffin, and talking about closet organization tips! I'm so excited to say that Episode 1 of This Mom Loves is now live and available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher...or right here in the player at the top of this post! I'd love if you would subscribe, review, share, tell your friends...anything to help spread the word about this new project! As promised, here are all of the details from this episode: Book recommendations - Whiskey in a Teacup by Reese Witherspoon All We Ever Wanted by Emily Giffin Photos of my streamlined master closet: Links to my Nashville travel posts: Nashville Day 1: Country Music Hall of Fame/Museum & General Jackson Showboat Nashville Day 2: Belle Meade Plantation, Bluebird Cafe & Honky Tonk Central Nashville Day 3: Country Music Stars Tour of Homes, Opry Mills Mall & Grand Ole Opry Nashville Day 4: Ryman Auditorium, Waterfront and General Tourist Tips New York Times article about Bachelorette trips to Nashville All the deets on Kortney Wilson: Kortney and Dave Website Instagram accounts: @kortandco (her new home inspo account) @allthingskortneywilson  (her more personal account) @kortneyanddave (the cute couple) Part 1 of my blog interview with Kortney Part 2 of my blog interview with Kortney Special thanks to my podcast editor Lukas Wojcicki!