She Builds Me Up

The Power of Outside Play and Having Less Toys

Today Chelsea and I are talking about the power of outdoor play with your kids, and for you! As well as why having less toys around will benefit your kids and your home overall.  Come take a listen!

Reading in Your Family and Why it Matters

Today I'm chatting with my friend, Miranda about children's books! We talk organization, book recommendations and tips on how to cultivate a love of reading in your family.  Such an inspiring episode!

Motherhood is a Relationship

Come listen to my friend Hannah talk about her goal of spreading her message of motherhood being a relationship.  Women often get bogged down with thinking motherhood is cleaning the house or other things, which negatively affects their views of motherhood.  Hannah has tips for us to think differently and improve our relationships with our children. 

Investing in Yourself

Today I'm talking with my friend Lizzie about investing in yourself! What does that look like for her, for me, and how it can look for other women. 

What to do with Mom Guilt

Today I'm talking with my friend Emily about mom guilt! All mothers experience in one way or another.  And women in general often suffer from comparison and other things leading to a lot of guilt.  Emily has some great things to say about how we can combat that and be better at not feeling guilty.

A Discussion About Race

My friend Mairee and I are discussing race today.  It's a big topic in our country right now, and I felt it was important to add more thoughts to the conversation.  I absolutely love everything that Mairee had to say and I hope you do too!

Forgiveness Brings Freedom

Today my friend Lauren and I are talking about lessons she has learned throughout her life from opportunities to forgive others.  From little things to big things, she says that forgiveness has brought her freedom and peace. 

You Can Make a Home Wherever You Go

Ivette and I talk today about the idea of creating a "home." Ivette immigrated here from Mexico and then has moved around a lot due to her husband's medical journey.  I absolutely loved her thoughts on how embracing the new places you live in lead to much more happiness. We can create a home wherever we are! 

Processing Grief

I'm talking with my friend Sarah today about the worst day of her life.  She had a traumatic day where she was rushed to the hospital and gave birth to her twin girls in July, when they weren't due until October.  One of her twins survived after 3 months in the ICU and the other one passed after a few hours.  This tragedy has shaped Sarah into who she is today and she discusses her process of sorting through her grief. 

Your Responsibility in Creating Healthy Relationships

Today I'm talking with my friend Emma about our responsibility in creating and fostering healthy relationships with both our families and friends.  Emma is currently studying family science and has many wonderful tips on how to do this.