Extraordinary Moms Podcast

Today my guest is Lila Francese. After losing her sister to cancer, Lila took over a significant mothering role to her nephew, in addition to being a mom to her own daughter. We're talking all about her relationship with her sister, why she took on such an intimate caretaking role, and what she's learned along the way. It's a beautiful story about the power of relationships. Show Notes: Pick up a copy of Lila's book: The Situation: A Radical Journey Thru Sisterhood This Show is Sponsored by... Peanut provides a safe space for mothers, expectant mothers and those trying to conceive to build friendships, ask questions and find support. This app has a power for introducing you to women nearby who are at a similar stage in life, Peanut provides access to a community of women who are there to listen, share information and offer valuable advice. Whether it’s understanding IVF, adoption, pregnancy, first years or nursery and beyond, Peanut is a place to connect with women like you.  Download the app for free today H

Today is for all the boy moms out there (or if you are curious about how boy moms feel or might differ from you:)). Monica Swanson takes pride in being a boy mom and as a fellow boy mom, we had a great chat about what it means to be a boy mom, how we're trying to raise strong young men, etc... It's a super fun and insightful conversation. So excited for you to listen in. Are you a boy mom? Show Notes:  Website: https://monicaswanson.com/ Boy Mom book: https://www.amazon.com/Boy-Mom-What-Your-Needs/dp/052565271X/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Monica+Swanson&qid=1587674754&s=audible&sr=1-2-catcorr   The Boy Mom Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boy-mom-podcast-with-monica-swanson-and-friends/id1468061855 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGrommom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monicaswanson_/ Free resource 2: In addition, Monica has a free companion resource to share with your listeners, if you’d like to do that. It's "20 Qualities of Noble Character" - a printable of noble characte

How are you feeling about the school year so far? While we are all experiencing our own specific challenges when it comes to schooling our kids this year due to Covid-19, I wanted to give you one more resource to really help you feel like you can help your kids (and yourself) be successful during this unprecedented time. Anne Cross is a homeschool expert and she is not only sharing about her own homeschooling experience, but also the new resources she's launching for families to help them be successful in educating their children at home. You guys, this course is AMAZING and doable. Take the time to prepare your minds and your hearts for a great school year! Show Notes:  Get Anne's new course TODAY: My listeners can get 10% off the series with code: ExtMom10.  Code expires September 14th, 2020, so jump on this amazing offer and be converted like Anne's cameramen. Check out Anne's podcast or Instagram

In The 6 Needs of Every Child: Empowering Parents and Kids through the Science of Connection, Amy Olrick and her husband invite parents to stop treating parenting as a job, and to instead embrace it as a journey. They draw from psychological research, neuroscience, and their own stories as parents to identify 6 relational needs for human growth that form the foundation of successful parent-child relationships. They integrate the science of connection with practical tools, and they show why it’s more important to be present than perfect if we want to raise healthy, resilient kids. Amy Olrick is an author and a techie who has spent her professional life working with organizations to build social movements grounded in the ethic of love. Together, they run GrowingConnected.com, where they offer scientifically-grounded and faith-informed resources and support for parents.

  Today my guest is Elisa Morgan. Elisa is the former President of MOPS, and an incredible mom. Growing up in a family of divorce and then living through her mom's alcoholism, she dreamed of having the "perfect family." While she did end up marrying her prince of 41 years, they also had their share of challenges in the form of her daughter's teenage pregnancy and other family issues with addiction. She's learned a lot along her motherhood journey and I know she will offer you a big virtual hug and hope that no matter what, God is mindful of you in every season. Show Notes:  https://www.godhearsher.org/ https://www.elisamorgan.com/ This Show is Sponsored by... Gladskin is the answer to all your eczema issues. My son Jackson has struggled with his skin since he was a newborn and now he's 5! Finally, we found a product that doesn't just remedy a symptom but it literally treats the root of the eczema flare up. We've noticed a huge difference since using it twice a day on him. You can try Gladskin cream by going

Today, my husband Pete and I are sharing more about our family's military experience. It's one I never thought I'd have, but I'm grateful that chapter in our lives. So if you want a behind the scenes look at the military this is it!

Today my guest is Janine Reid, mom of three, including a son with an inoperable brain tumor. Janine has been through a lot in her life and she reflects on the lessons she's learned throughout her life and how it has transformed her motherhood journey. She's such a warrior for her kids and now she's written a book to share more about her struggles, called "The Opposite of Certainty". Show Notes: Check out Janine's Book and her website: JanineUrbaniakReid.com This Show is Sponsored by... Little Spoon is an incredible baby food company, that essentially makes you small-batch, homemade baby food, and delivers it straight to your door. I am so impressed by this company who has solved the problem for moms that care deeply about what they are feeding their babies and toddlers, yet already have a full plate. No more worrying about what’s in your baby’s food. Let Little Spoon take one thing off your very big parenting to do list and cover mealtime with their fresh, organic blends. Get $15 off your first 3 orders a lit

Today my guest is Dr. Heather Maguire, educational psychology professor and mom of two. She also founded Prism Behavior, which helps parents deal with behavior issues with their kids. I love her approach and we cover a lot of practical examples that we both are facing in our homes. Show Notes:  Check out www.prismbehavior.com Free Parenting Guide: https://www.prismbehavior.com/freeguide Check out her Ebook if you want more: www.prismbehavior.com/ebook Check out Heather's podcast: www.prismbehavior.com/podcast This Show is Sponsored by... Little Spoon is an incredible baby food company, that essentially makes you small-batch, homemade baby food, and delivers it straight to your door. I am so impressed by this company who has solved the problem for moms that care deeply about what they are feeding their babies and toddlers, yet already have a full plate. No more worrying about what’s in your baby’s food. Let Little Spoon take one thing off your very big parenting to do list and cover mealtime with their fres

Erin Weidemann is the founder of Truth Becomes Her, a brand that equips moms and women with resources to help them step into their unique leadership roles. A sought-after homeschool consultant, certified teacher, coach, and nationally-recognized speaker, Erin’s personal mission is to shift the conversation around feminine values from being beauty-driven, to a focus on inherent worth. An on-air personality for Air1 Radio, Erin delivers “59 Seconds of Hope” daily as well as hosts the Heroes For Her Podcast where she interviews positive female role models who are living out their passions in-line with their personal values. She is the author of eight books, including the best-selling Bible Belles series, The Adventures of Rooney Cruz which has sold hundreds of thousands of copies worldwide. Erin is a five-time cancer survivor, and lives and homeschools in San Diego, CA with her husband, Brent, and their daughter, Rooney.  Show Notes:  FB: @erinweidemannofficial IG: @erin.weidemann FB & IG: @truthbecomesher Home

My guest today is founder of Routine and Things, Ashley Brown. I LOVE ASHLEY! We think so similarly about our pursuit to live a productive, thriving life, and she has created a whole business around it. She is a master at honing in on routines that work and is the first to say that if a routine isn't working, something has to change! She's amazing and I hope it gives you some hope for a successful summer! Show Notes:  www.routineandthings.com www.instagram.com/routineandthings www.facebook.com/routineandthings Routine and Things Podcast This Show is Sponsored by... Kosmatology is a kids skincare line, made with kids with sensitive skin in mind. Their lotion bar, made without all the icky preservatives, is a fantastic alternative to messy lotions, and it was truly a game changer for the founder's child with eczema. I also love their hand soap. Get 15% your first order by going to www.kosmatology.com and use code: EEP at checkout.

My guest today is Alex Evjen. She's an incredible single mom with two kids. After an unexpected divorce, her identity and worth felt shaken. She never dreamed this would be her reality, but Alex bravely picked up the pieces, took a full-time job, and started to own her power. She's a power house and it was so inspiring hearing her story today. Show Notes:  Check out her blog www.avestyles.com On Instagram @avestyles.com This Show is Sponsored by... Ooak Dental is constantly innovating a new category of toothbrushes and flossers. They have created (with the help of dental hygienists) a toothbrush with V-Shape tapered bristles to conform to the shape of your teeth which allows the outer bristles to stimulate the gumline. They want to prevent a generation of people with really white, straight teeth that fall out of their mouths because they don’t take care of their gums. I especially love their flosser. It's like a Swiss Army Knife of flossers! Their products are amazing and I'd love for you to check them out on

I really enjoy going to therapy. I don't always go consistently, but I have found that in addition to my anxiety medication, going into see my therapist every 2-3 months really helps me stay on top of current challenges and sharpen my tools. I had a phone call appointment with him last week given the current pandemic and it was just what I needed. After the appointment, I couldn't wait to share some of things we talked about with some friends who were struggling with some similar issues. And then I thought, why not share with ALL my friends on the podcast? So here you go! Listen in to some of what I covered in my last therapy session! This Show is Sponsored by... BLUblox offers advanced light filtering eyewear that target improved sleep and health. I truly believe your best self starts with sleep, and when we are well rested our mind and body performs at its spiritual potential. And you know I sleep walk and sleep eat so I need all the help I can get! These Australian made, science backed glasses block harmf

Caitlin Crosby and I are chatting all about her incredible company, the Giving Keys, her new book, and her motherhood journey. She's raw, positive, self-aware, and we have the best chat! Show Notes:  Here's a sample of the audio book to get you started!: https://soundcloud.com/harperaudio_us/you-are-the-key-by-caitlin-crosby-chapter-one Insta: https://www.instagram.com/caitlincrosby/ Website: https://youarethekeybook.com/ The Giving Keys: https://www.thegivingkeys.com/ Giving Keys Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegivingkeys/   This Show is Sponsored by... Built Bar is the best tasting and fastest growing protein bar on the market. With their wide range of flavors and delicious consistency, this is the perfect option for families wondering what to add to their quarantine food stock up. Built Bar is offering my listeners 20% off your first purchase by going to www.builtbar.com and enter Promo Code: EEP at Checkout. And... Ooak Dental is constantly innovating a new category of toothbrushes and flossers. The

Today my guest is Halle Tecco. Halle's company Natalist is committed to helping women in their fertility journey. She also personally struggled with infertility and we talk about that and all she has learned along that path. Show Notes:  Check out Natalist.com This Show is Sponsored by.... Do you ever struggle with finding toys for the little one in your life that they will think are cool, but will also educate them, at least a little bit? Get the best of both worlds with Little Passports. Little Passports is a subscription box full of toys and games for children of all ages that educates and entertains! For $12.95 per month, there’s tons to explore, right from your own home, with Little Passports. And just for our listeners, Little Passports is offering 15% off the price of ANY subscription. That means your child could be flying rockets or looking through a microscope in no time! Use offer code EEP at checkout for 15% off your order. And... Ooak Dental is constantly innovating a new category of toothbrushes

My guest today is Elizabeth Frazier, mom of 5 and founder of Hero Bands. Elizabeth shares her story about being sex trafficked by her family since the age of 4, how she was able to emerge out of that toxic environment to reclaim in worth, and how she used her pain to fuel her business. She is a warrior woman and you don't want to miss this episode. Show Notes:  Get yourself a Hero Band bracelet or keychain and one for a friend Follow Elizabeth on Instagram at www.instagram.com/hero_bands/ This Show is Sponsored by... Ooak Dental is constantly innovating a new category of toothbrushes and flossers. They have created (with the help of dental hygienists) a toothbrush with V-Shape tapered bristles to conform to the shape of your teeth which allows the outer bristles to stimulate the gumline. They want to prevent a generation of people with really white, straight teeth that fall out of their mouths because they don’t take care of their gums. I especially love their flosser. It's like a Swiss Army Knife of flossers

Today is a solo episode, and I'm reminding YOU that YOU are ESSENTIAL! Your role in your home is essential, and while no one is expecting you to navigate a pandemic flawlessly, your willingness to show and love your kids and keep trying every single day, that is a HUGE asset to your family. So it's a little mom chat today and I hope it is the pep talk you need! This Show is Sponsored by... Ooak Dental is constantly innovating a new category of toothbrushes and flossers. They have created (with the help of dental hygienists) a toothbrush with V-Shape tapered bristles to conform to the shape of your teeth which allows the outer bristles to stimulate the gumline. They want to prevent a generation of people with really white, straight teeth that fall out of their mouths because they don’t take care of their gums. I especially love their flosser. It's like a Swiss Army Knife of flossers! Their products are amazing and I'd love for you to check them out on Amazon. And... BLUblox offers advanced light filtering eye

Today my guest is Rachel Van Kluyve. Whether you’re decorating your first house, looking for an affordable refresh for one room, or planning an entirely new concept as part of a renovation, one question provides the adequate jump start for any project. Where do I begin? It can be a challenge to know where to start in each scenario to make the various rooms in a home truly work—and work together—to fulfill one’s needs. Thankfully, popular blogger and designer Rachel Van Kluyve gets to the heart of how to create intention in any room in She Made Herself a Home: A Practical Guide to Design, Organize, and Give Purpose to Your Space.  Especially during this time when we're all at home, I had fun discussing things I could do around my house to make things more functional and beautiful. Maybe this will give you some new ideas too to really love where you live! Show Notes: She Made Herself a Home: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/she-made-herself-a-home-rachel-van-kluyve/1132213741?ean=9781400214686 Crate & Cottage:

Today, I'm sharing a conversation I had with a group of teenagers girls all about what's going on in their lives, what they wish their parents knew, how they feel about technology, and more. It's insightful and awesome. Enjoy! (And it was all recorded in person pre-quarantine so the sound quality varies a bit:)) This Show is Sponsored by... BLUblox offers advanced light filtering eyewear that target improved sleep and health. I truly believe your best self starts with sleep, and when we are well rested our mind and body performs at its spiritual potential. And you know I sleep walk and sleep eat so I need all the help I can get! These Australian made, science backed glasses block harmful artificial blue light emitted by our man-made lighting and digital devices, allowing your body to perform how it should. BLUblox also offers computer glasses with a clear lens to combat digital eye strain when working at a computer all day. These world leading glasses come in non-prescription, prescription and readers and yo

My guest today is Ceri Payne. Ceri created a successful life coaching practice while parenting three teenagers, teaching special education full-time, and supporting her husband in his demanding career.  Ceri coaches mompreneurs in private one-on-one sessions to create the life they love while making money in their business/career. She teaches how to have both successfully, without sacrificing relationships, sleep, or motherhood.  Ceri helps clients identify their priorities, organize their time, create and plan schedules so they can make progress towards their goals in both their business and motherhood.  Today we are giving an update on what you need to know about Covid-19 from my family member who is a pediatrician. Ceri and I continue on talking about how are lives look during the quarantine, our words of advice for overwhelmed homeschool moms, and her best tips for shifting your thinking during times like this. It's a powerful, constructive episode that I hope you enjoy.   Show Notes:  Free PDF - Ten Qua

My guest today is Dr. Mary Wilde. Dr. Mary Wilde is a board-certified pediatrician and owner of Imagine Pediatrics Behavioral Health and Wellness in St. George, UT. She has special training in mind-body medicine and takes a whole child, integrative approach to help children and adolescents build skills of self-regulation and coping through guided imagery and focused practice. She has developed the "Overcoming Childhood Anxiety" online courses, which teach mind, body, and spirit strategies to kids and families dealing with anxiety. Dr. Wilde is the mother of 8 children and the author of several books, including "Faithful Nurturing: Mothering from the Heart to the Heart." Today we are talking about what we need to know about the Coronavirus, how she is helping her family stay healthy, and how to help your kids through this unprecedented time. Show Notes:  "Overcoming Childhood Anxiety" for kids, teens, & parents with Dr. Mary Wilde--an 8-week online course teaching mind, body, spirit strategies for dealing with