Welcome back, My Mom Betches, to another Thrive and Survive Thursday! Today, Celia and Camellia are diving into the late summer vibes and discussing how to keep the energy up as toddler moms. As summer winds down and routines start to shift, they share practical tips for making the most of the final days of summer. From enjoying outdoor activities like farmers markets and water play days to transitioning into more structured routines, they cover it all. They also explore the seasonal differences between the Midwest and Florida and the role of grandparents in providing support. Tune in for self-care tips, the importance of creating lasting memories, and a challenge to share your summer moments on social media. Let’s thrive together!

Keywords: late summer, energy, toddler moms, routines, weather, outdoors, farmers markets, water play, structured routine, seasonal changes, extracurricular activities, grandparents, self-care, nature, seasonal foods, summer memories

Takeaways:

• Late summer brings a shift in energy and routines as summer comes to an end.
• Enjoying the outdoors and making the most of the final days of summer is important.
• Visiting farmers markets and having water play days are great activities for late summer.
• Transitioning to a more structured routine for toddlers is important as summer ends.
• Adjusting routines and schedules is necessary to accommodate seasonal changes and the introduction of new activities for toddlers.
• Grandparents play a valuable role in providing support and educational experiences for toddlers.
• Self-care practices, such as spending time in nature and eating seasonal foods, can help moms recharge.
• Embracing the present moment and creating lasting memories with toddlers is important.
• Sharing summer memories on social media can foster a sense of community and support among moms.

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Kamala's Campaign, Olympic Highlights, and Bachelorette Drama

Join Celia and Camellia as they dive into the latest hot topics, from Kamala Harris’s inspiring presidential campaign to the captivating performances at the Olympics. They also tackle the latest Bachelorette drama, discuss Penn Badgley’s chest hair, and share their thoughts on trending shows like Emily in Paris. Don’t miss their summer challenge for listeners!

• Kamala Harris’s Presidential Campaign

  • Empowerment and inspiration
  • Impact on public opinion

• Upcoming Presidential Debates

  • Anticipation and key points of interest
  • Shifts in public opinion towards Trump

• Olympics Highlights

  • Performances by Celine Dion and Lady Gaga
  • Achievements of athletes like Katie Ledecky
  • Financial rewards for medal winners

• Lou Pearlman and Boy Bands

  • Role in creating NSYNC and Backstreet Boys
  • Controversies surrounding his legacy

• Potential In Sync Reunion

  • Excitement and tension without Justin Timberlake

• Penn Badgley’s Chest Hair

  • Discussions on attractiveness and vulnerability

• Binge Eating Trend in China

  • Popularity of paid eating broadcasts

• Sharks Testing Positive for Cocaine

  • Impact of drug pollution on marine life

• The Bachelorette

  • Frustrations with toxic masculinity
  • Desire for genuine, kind-hearted contestants

• Excitement for Upcoming Shows

  • Anticipation for Emily in Paris
  • Details about the summer challenge for listeners

• Kamala Harris's campaign is empowering and inspiring.
• The upcoming presidential debates will be intriguing.
• The Olympics highlight incredible athletic performances.
• Lou Pearlman significantly influenced boy bands like NSYNC and Backstreet Boys.
• The potential In Sync reunion excites fans, despite Justin Timberlake's absence.
• Penn Badgley's chest hair sparks discussions on attraction and vulnerability.
• Binge eating broadcasts are a growing trend in China.
• Drug pollution affects marine life, as seen in sharks testing positive for cocaine.
• The hosts are frustrated with toxic masculinity on The Bachelorette.
• There’s excitement for shows like Emily in Paris and an engaging summer challenge for listeners.

In this insightful episode, Camellia and Celia sit down with Kaitlin McGreyes, the visionary founder of Be Her Village, to discuss a revolutionary approach to baby registries. Kaitlin shares her personal journey of feeling unprepared and unsupported after the birth of her child, which inspired her to create Be Her Village. This unique platform shifts the focus from material items to essential support services, helping new mothers navigate the challenging postpartum period with the help they truly need.

Kaitlin explains how Be Her Village allows expectant mothers to create a registry that includes a wide range of support services such as doulas, lactation consultants, pelvic floor specialists, and more. Friends and family can contribute cash gifts towards these services, providing the mother with the resources to make intentional choices about her motherhood experience.

Join us as we explore the importance of building a robust support network for new mothers, the benefits of focusing on the mother's well-being, and how Be Her Village is empowering women to thrive during the postpartum period.

Keywords: Baby registry, support network, postpartum, new mothers, doulas, lactation consultants, pelvic floor specialists, Be Her Village, gift registry, support services, postpartum care, cash gifts, intentional choices

Takeaways:

Traditional baby registries often focus on material items, but new mothers need a support network beyond physical products.

Be Her Village offers a customizable registry filled with services and professionals that support new parents. The platform aims to shift the focus from material items to the well-being of the mother, providing the support and resources needed during the postpartum period.

Building a support network is crucial for new mothers to navigate the challenges of motherhood and feel supported.

Be Her Village is a unique gift registry platform that focuses on support services for expectant mothers. The registry allows friends and family to contribute cash gifts towards services like doulas and lactation consultants.

The funds are deposited into the mother's bank account, giving her the flexibility to use them as needed. The goal is to provide mothers with the support they need and empower them to make intentional choices about their motherhood experience.

Show Notes: - Introduction to Be Her Village - The Disconnect Between Baby Registries and New Motherhood - The Importance of Supporting the Mother - The Need for a Supportive Village - Introduction to Be Her Village - The Importance of Support Services - Funding and Flexibility

Sound Bites: "I had so much research and time put into my registry and to the things that I needed for my baby. I was ready to kick motherhood's ass." "There is like this feeling of people are like, wait, I think I need to do something a little bit differently." "This registry is filled with all the things that new parents need. We have doulas, birth doulas, postpartum doulas. We have prenatal massage, postnatal yoga. We have lactation consultants. We have pelvic floor specialists." "Literally, my breastfeeding relationship happened and was successful because Be Her Village paid for my lactation consultant who told me I had a tongue tie." "100% of the time, mothers will spend that money on what they need." "What if we fund mothers? What does it look like? How does the world change?" Tune in to discover how Be Her Village is redefining the baby registry and supporting new mothers in the most impactful way possible. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Join the conversation and be part of our supportive community!

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