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I caught myself today getting stressed and anxious about everything that I needed to get done. I am sharing with you how I calm myself down and melt the stress away so that I can focus on what's important and not get paralyzed with stress.REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymom Sign up for my weekly newsletter and get 9 mom’s ultimate mom hacks for living a happy and productive life.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm talking to Shira about fostering the love of community with your child.About ShiraShira is a high school senior and the founder of Planet Empower, a digital children's magazine aimed at helping parents and children to thrive during these unprecedented times while encouraging youth to give back to their communities. As a community service-oriented individual herself, she recognized the need to help one another at the outset of the pandemic and wanted to also support parents as their children learn from home. Shira is excited to continue fostering kindness and empathy through Planet Empower's educational and experiential activities.Connect with Shira & Planet EmpowerBlog/Website URL: https://planetempower.square.site/Facebook Page URL: https://www.facebook.com/planet.empowerInstagram URL: https://www.instagram.com/planet.empower/THE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.realhappymom.com/shiraREAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymom Sign up for my weekly newsletter and get 9 mom’s ultimate mom hacks for living a happy and productive life.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

If you are a mompreneur or a busy mom that has a lot going on at home, systems will be a lifesaver. Systems are a process of doing a task that you do over and over again. Systems can be used in your business and at home. Just ask Brittany.Brittany is a digital strategist and business coach for women focused on helping them create sustainable systems that allow them to scale simply and have a larger impact on the world; all without sacrificing their quality of family time.If you need help with getting systems set up in your home or business, this episode is for you.In this episode we talk about:How you can use systems to scale efficiently without giving up more timeWhy you don't have to give up on your career or passionWhat systems truly areHow to use Trello to track milestones, doctors, need to know information along with memoriesA red flag that you need a system in your home or businessExamples on how to create systems that stick⭐⭐⭐Join the FREE Work Less Accomplish More Masterclass ⭐⭐⭐https://www.simplyhappylife.com/realhappymomCONNECT WITH BRITTANYBlog/Website URL: https://www.simplyhappylife.comFacebook Page URL: https://www.facebook.com/simplyhappybrittanyFacebook Group URL: https://www.facebook.com/groups/simplyhappylifeInstagram URL: https://www.instagram.com/simplyhappybrittanyPinterest URL: https://www.pinterest.com/simplyhappybrittanyFreebie: https://simplyhappylife.mykajabi.comSHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.realhappymom.com/107REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymom Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

I have a confession. I have an addiction to checking my email!It's bad. I didn't realize how bad it was until I read a book that revealed some of the major time sucks in our life. Take a listen and see if you have the same or a similar addiction to your phone.REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymom Sign up for my weekly newsletter and get 9 mom’s ultimate mom hacks for living a happy and productive life.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

You have a dream inside of you. Or maybe it's a passion from something that you feel compelled to do every day. But life happens and you haven't made on progress with pursuing your dreams or passions.Why? Is it because you're too busy? Or maybe it is because the kids need your attention?Whatever the case is, you can do hard things. You are more than capable of being an awesome mom while you pursue your dreams and passions. Listen to Sloane.Who is Sloane? Sloane is the founder of Speak Life International, a non-profit, whose mission is to help women and young girls change the world one story at a time through education, entrepreneurship, and empowerment scholarships and also the best-selling author of Beautiful Girl, You Can Do Hard Things.In this episode Sloane talks about:What it means to pursue your dreams when you become a momHow she made a promise that she wasn't going to give up on her dreams and at the same time she gave birth to guiltThe number one thing that prevents moms from pursuing their calling or passionThe number one thing to do if you are in the messy part of your journey of pursuing your calling or passionWhy you need to be celebrating the small winsWhy you need to belong somewhere and find your peopleWhy your kids are not an excuse for you to pursue your dreams but what they are insteadWhy you don't have to choose between your passion and your kidsCONNECT WITH SLOANEWebsite: https://sloaneketcham.comInstagram: @mssloanekiniSHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.realhappymom.com/106REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymom Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm sharing with you why you need to be clear on your values and priorities.REAL HAPPY MOM: https://www.realhappymom.comREAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymom Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

Do you struggle with making dinner because there is never enough time in the evenings? Or maybe you are great in the kitchen but meals seem to take forever to make.I am raising my hand because I have a hard time making healthy meals for my kids in 30 minutes or less. Today's guest, Melissa Rifkin, is going to help us out with all of that. If you need ideas for nutritious meals that take no time to make or need help with making balanced meals for your family, you definitely want to tune into this episode.In this episode we talk about:Melissa's new mom experiences and her adjustment to being a new momDealing with postpartum depression and anxiety, delegating and managing time as a new momBreaking her silence about postpartum depression and getting therapyThe common struggles that moms have with preparing healthy mealsHow to create fast simple mealsThe importance of staying hydratedSome of the basics of creating balanced mealsIdeas for meals that you can prepare in 30 minutes or lessHow to prepare desserts that you won't feel guilty aboutCONNECT WITH MELISSABlog/Website URL: https://melissarifkinnutrition.com/Facebook Page URL: https://www.facebook.com/confessionofadietitianInstagram URL: https://www.instagram.com/confessionofadietitian/Pinterest URL: https://www.pinterest.com/confessionofadietitian/Freebie: https://melissarifkinnutrition.com/resources-and-handouts/SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.realhappymom.com/105REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymom Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm sharing with you why you should ask for help.REAL HAPPY MOM: https://www.realhappymom.comREAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymom Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

Living through a pandemic is stressful. But, what about delivering a baby right when the shutdown happens as a result of a pandemic?This is something that my guest Sarah Akram shares in this episode. If you have a baby or getting ready to have a baby during the pandemic there is so much that you can relate to in this episode. Plus, Sarah shares a little of her journey of going from working and thinking her career would be one way, to being introduced to skincare and establishing a business that services clients that include celebrities.Juggling career and mom life can be a challenge, but it can be done. Check out this episode and hear the conversations about:Challenges Sarah faced as a new momHaving a baby during a pandemicTransitioning into a working momHer journey and how she got started in skincareThe importance of having a mentorEncouragement for moms having a baby during this timeCONNECT WITH SARAHWebsite: www.sarahakram.comInstagram - @sarahakramskincareSHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.realhappymom.com/104REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymom Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm sharing with you what routine you need to have down to make your life so much easier.Let's ConnectBlog | https://www.realhappymom.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/realhappymomFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/realhappymomPinterest | https://www.pinterest.com/realhappymomSign up for my weekly newsletter and get 9 mom’s ultimate mom hacks for living a happy and productive life.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

"Why won't my kids listen to me.""I wish my kids would listen and do what I ask for once!""Why I am constantly repeating myself to my kids to clean up. It's like I'm talking to myself"If every catch yourself saying these things or have these thoughts you have to listen to this episode.My guest is Katherine Sellery, a three-time TEDx speaker, who has taught thousands of parents in a Conscious Parenting Revolution for resilient, considerate, centered, and empowered kids who know their inner voice and honor it. Katherine has been coaching parents, children, and executives on conscious communication for over 16 years.In this episode she shares:How to use a petri dish approach to our family when it comes to trying new things.What is an authoritative parenting style and why is not as effective as you think.How authoritative parenting leads to the 3 R's that are secondary problems that you don't want to deal with.How to use a collaborative approach with your children.What is means to actively listen.How to teach our kids to be considerate.After listening to this episode you will be clear on how to better parent and make your child feel heard. And ultimately improve your relationship with your kids so that they feel comfortable talking to you about their problems and fears.SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.realhappymom.com/103REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/realhappymom Sign up for my weekly newsletter and get the Sunday Prep Checklist to help you prepare for an awesome week without the overwhelm and chaos. Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm sharing what is self care. Check out that Facebook live here: https://www.realhappymom.com/calm-mom/Let's ConnectBlog | https://www.realhappymom.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/realhappymomFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/realhappymomReal Happy Mom Community Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymomSign up for my weekly newsletter and get 9 mom’s ultimate mom hacks for living a happy and productive life.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

Do you ever feel like you have a million things to do and you don't know where to start? Or your to-do list is a mile long and you don't have enough time to get everything done?It's time to check your priorities. In this episode my guest, LaWann is going to help us get our priorities in check so that we are no longer wasting time on things that don't truly matter.In this episode LaWann shares:What it means to have priorities.How to determine your priorities. What you need to focus on now versus what you can work on later.The biggest time-waster that prevents you from getting tasks done.How to make time for yourself and make yourself a priority.What self-care really looks like.LaWann is a Productivity and Success Strategist who helps moms master their mindset and own their time so they can make money moves. She is the Creator and Host of the More Than A Mother podcast where she empowers moms to own their identity outside of motherhood and I am so glad that she is a guest on the Real Happy Mom Podcast.Connect with LaWannWebsite: https://LaWannMoses.comFacebook Page: https://facebook.com/MoreThanAMotherPodcastInstagram: https://instagram.com/MoreThanAMotherPodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/LaWannMosesPinterest: https://pinterest.com/LaWannMosesFreebie: bit.ly/topproductivitytipsSHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.realhappymom.com/102REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/realhappymom Real Happy Mom Community Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymomSign up for my weekly newsletter and get the Sunday Prep Checklist to help you prepare for an awesome week without the overwhelm and chaos. Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm talking about priorities.Check out @formamapreneurs on InstagramLet's ConnectBlog | https://www.realhappymom.comFacebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymomInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/realhappymomFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/realhappymomPinterest | https://www.pinterest.com/realhappymomReal Happy Mom Community Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymomSign up for my weekly newsletter and get 9 mom’s ultimate mom hacks for living a happy and productive life.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

You have big dreams buried instead of you. What's holding you back?Yes, it's hard to embrace motherhood and everyone else's needs while trying to pursue your own dreams. But my guest Kate is a single mom and took her idea to a product that is now featured in magazines. And you can too. It's time to trust your gut and follow your dreams. Check out this inspirational episode with Kate Westad about trusting your gut and following your dreams.In this episode Kate shares:Her struggles as a solo parent and how it pushed her into chasing her dreams.How she does it all and her thoughts on work-life balanceWhy it is so important to follow your intuition.What is Palette by pak™️ and why it is so important that Palette by pak™️ is sustainable.About Kate WestadKate Westad the founder of Palette by pak™️ and the inventor of a new to market product called Palette™️ The Original High Fiver. This litigation attorney and mom of four had been dreaming up inventions for years when she became obsessed with the idea of the High Fiver, a patent-pending, refillable washable, reusable beauty + travel tool for all your goops, glops, and glam!Connect with KateBlog/Website URL: https://www.palettebypak.com/Facebook Page URL: https://m.facebook.com/palettebypak/Instagram URL: https://www.instagram.com/palettebypakInstagram (personal): https://www.instagram.com/mostbeautifuldarlingTwitter URL: https://twitter.com/palettebypakSHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.realhappymom.com/101REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymomSign up for my weekly newsletter and get the Sunday Prep Checklist to help you prepare for an awesome week without the overwhelm and chaos.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm talking about decision fatigue.Check out episode 40 about the Sunday Prep Routine.Let's ConnectBlog | https://www.realhappymom.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/realhappymomFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/realhappymomReal Happy Mom Community Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymomSign up for my weekly newsletter and get 9 mom’s ultimate mom hacks for living a happy and productive life.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

Just because you are a mom, doesn't mean that weren't created for more. I have been there when I felt like life consisted of changing diapers, cleaning and feeding the kids. You have so much purpose. If you are ready to connect with your purpose or know it is time to reset, check out this episode with my guest Tiah Lewis.In this episode Tiah shares:How to get connected with your purpose.Why you can’t use your kids as an excuse anymore.What it means to sit with yourself.What purposeful living actually looks like.How we can have purposeful relationships.Why we need to take more time to reflect.One practical tip to being more purposeful.Tiah Lewis is a mompreneur, best selling author, and mom of four beautiful girls. She is the owner of Momonpurposeliving a hub for moms for inspiration and Purpose Coaching. She calls herself the Purpose Coach and Champion for Moms.Connect with TiahWebsite: https://www.momonpurposeliving.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TiahLewisAuthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiahlewisauthor/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tiahlewis6/Freebie: https://www.realhappymom.com/purposeful-livingSHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.realhappymom.com/100REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymomSign up for my weekly newsletter and get the Sunday Prep Checklist to help you prepare for an awesome week without the overwhelm and chaos.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm sharing with you tips dealing with seasonal depression.Let's ConnectBlog | https://www.realhappymom.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/realhappymomFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/realhappymomReal Happy Mom Community Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymomSign up for my weekly newsletter and get 9 mom’s ultimate mom hacks for living a happy and productive life.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

Let's talk about sex, baby. Let's talk about you and me.Seriously, in this episode, we are talking about sex. I know it's a little taboo and something that I am embarrassed to talk about openly at times, but it is time for us to have the conversation so that we can improve our sex life. And ultimately improve our health and wellness.Check out this episode to learn how to start having a conversation with your partner about sex and why lubricant isn't just for menopausal women. It's for you too.💻🖥️ 📱SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.realhappymom.com/99REAL HAPPY MOM INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/realhappymom REAL HAPPY MOM FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymomSign up for my weekly newsletter and get my Sunday prep checklist to help you ensure that you have an awesome week, free from chaos and overwhelm. Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

It's Thursday. Which means it's time for another Mommy Talk Thursday. This is when I chat with you and either give you encouragement about a single topic, affirmations that will help you to be a real happy mom or inspiration to help with this journey called motherhood. Today I'm sharing with you tips on how to go from annoyed and irritated mom to calm mom.Check out that Facebook live here: https://www.realhappymom.com/calm-mom/Let's ConnectBlog | https://www.realhappymom.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/realhappymomFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/realhappymomReal Happy Mom Community Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/realhappymomSign up for my weekly newsletter and get 9 mom’s ultimate mom hacks for living a happy and productive life.Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)