The Lazy Pagan Mama: Recent Episodes
Mika
Join Mika as she talks and shares stories about parenting as a pagan mama and how she tackles the unique challenges that present themselves while raising younglings. This podcasts explores the ups and downs of pagan-parenting, provides tips and suggestions for new approaches and is a safe place for those exploring becoming pagan.
Lith 2022 - National Indigenous History Month
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Its Summer! Time to celebrate the warmth and sunshine. Join Mika as she shares her Litha celebration and craft ideas for kids. Don’t forget that June is also National Indigenous History Month.
Land Acknowledgement: I acknowledge that the land on which I reside is the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik, Mi’kmaq and Peskotomuhkati peoples. This territory is covered by the “Treaties of Peace and Friendship” which these nations first signed with the British Crown in 1726.
0:00 Intro
0:38 Start of Episode
1:05 National Indigenous History Month
1:53 Land Acknowledgement
2:38 Litha
3:20 About Litha
4:00 Mika’s Litha
4:38 How we Celebrated
7:22 Tarot with New Friends
8:45 Short Episode
8:55 Fostering Nature Love
11:25 Crafts For Litha
15:40 Sun Tea
16:20 Food and Drinks
17:00 Indigenous Inspired
17:45 Story Time Project
18:30 Blessing
Links:
Arts NB - https://artsnb.ca/web/
Sun Tea recipe - https://nuala-luna.tumblr.com/post/622633618020483072
Litha - https://www.selfloverainbow.com/2017/06/summer-solstice-self-care-free-backgrounds.html
https://greenwitchfarm.com/litha-celebrating-the-magic-of-the-summer-solstice/
Tarot - https://teaandrosemary.com/how-to-learn-tarot-beginner-exercises/
Litha Tarot Spread - https://almanacsupplyco.com/blogs/articles/summer-solstice-tarot-spread
Litha Crafts:
- Lavender wands - https://colorful-crafts.com/lavender-wands-diy/
- Assorted DIY Crafts -https://witchcraftedlife.com/35-stellar-summer-solstice-crafts-diy-projects-and-decor-ideas-for-litha-midsummer/
- Sun catchers - https://rhythmsofplay.com/top-10-flower-suncatcher-crafts/?utm_medium=social&&utm_source=pinterest&&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&&utm_content=tribes
- Baics Suncatchers https://feelincrafty.wordpress.com/tag/melted-bead-sun-catchers/
- Sun Discs - https://colorful-crafts.com/air-drying-clay-sun-discs/
Food and Drinks
- Fattoush Salad https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/fattoush-salad/
- Strawberry tart https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ree-drummonds-rustic-strawberry-tart-recipe/
- Breakfast Oatmeal cookies https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/the-healthy-loaded-oatmeal-cookie-youre-meant-to-eat-for-breakfast/
- Summer rolls and peanut sauce
Performative Spirituality - Coming back to basics
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Instagram: @LazyPaganMama#Lazypaganmama
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Mika IS BACK! Join her as she talks about losing herself and coming back to basic. Spirituality is a never ending journey with ups and downs and sometimes we lose our way. We are humans on this earth, learning and growing. Most of all we are doing our best to be the best versions of ourselves. Don't be scared to get lost. We can get lost together.
Links:
7 dimensions of health
- https://students.wlu.ca/wellness-and-recreation/health-and-wellness/wellness-education/dimensions.html#:~:text=Wellness%20is%20commonly%20viewed%20as,the%20other%20dimensions%20are%20affected.
- https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/professional-development/employee-wellness/seven-dimensions-wellness
- https://www.mindbodyonline.com/business/education/infographic/7-dimensions-wellness
Moms dont get sick days. No matter how sick we get or how bad we feel are darlings need us and we find a way to be there for them.
Its been a long week. Join Rachel as she steps in for Mika who has lost her voice. Rachel talks about growing up in a self-sufficient religious community and, how as an adult, she has been able to reconnect with nature in a positive way while on her pagan path.
The LazyPaganMama Podcast
Why Candles?
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#Lazypaganmama
Facebook Page: Lazy Pagan Mama
Email: Lazypaganmama@gmail.com
This week was my birthday. With that in mind I decided to dig a little deeper and explore where our birthday traditions come from and how pagan are they?
Bonus Episode!
This episode is all about the kids. A special bonus episode to give ideas and suggestions on how to celebrate Ostara with your little witchlings of ALL ages. Something for everyone from 0-Teen. Indoor and outdoor activities that help you and your family connect with nature and enjoy the coming of spring.
Social Media
Instagram: @LazyPaganMama
Lazypaganmama #LPMOstara2022
Facebook Page: Lazy Pagan Mama
Email: lazypaganmama@gmail.com
Intro - 0:00
Baths - 1:30
Books - 3:03
Artificial candles & altar - 4:54
Plant plant - 5:45
Nature walk - 6:34
Sensory Bin - 7:20
Protection Powder - 8:35
Scavenger hunt - 12:30
Mud faces - 14:12
Cooking - 17:45
Eggs and egg hunt - 18:40
Altar ShoeBox - 19:20
Other activities - 22:37
Plan a garden - 23:10
Yoga and Balance - 23:50
Books:
Play The Forest School Way
https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/play-the-forest-school-way/9781780289298-item.html?ikwid=play+the+forest+school+way&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0#algoliaQueryId=ac8f1ebb883a46514cdf008746b1b121
Rupert's Tales: The Wheel of the Year
https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/ruperts-tales-the-wheel-of/9780764339875-item.html?ikwid=ostara&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=1#algoliaQueryId=7b43709df4f85ad6e98571941a4041b6
Ostara: Rituals Recipes & Lore for the Spring Equinox
https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/ostara-rituals-recipes-lore-for/9780738741819-item.html?ikwid=ostara&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0#algoliaQueryId=7b43709df4f85ad6e98571941a4041b6
Social Media
Instagram: @LazyPaganMama
#Lazypaganmama #LPMOstara2022
Facebook Page: Lazy Pagan Mama
Email: lazypaganmama@gmail.com
Easter and Ostara
https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/easter-sym bols#:~:text=According%20to%20some%20sources%2C%20the,could%20lay%20its%20colored%20eggs.
https://time.com/3767518/easter-bunny-origins-history/#:~:text=The%20exact%20origins%20of%20the,breeding%2C%20have%20traditionally%20symbolized%20fertility.
https://www.almanac.com/content/first-day-spring-vernal-equinox
https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/everything-you-need-to-know-vernal-or-spring-equinox/
https://www.livescience.com/62184-easter-bunny-osterhase-origins-eggs.html
Ostara Activities and Recipes
https://www.pinterest.ca/pin/308074430771847177/
https://greenmoon.ca/blogs/blog/ostara-egg-ritual
https://itsavegworldafterall.com/mini-vegetarian-pot-pies/
https://www.learnreligions.com/ostara-recipes-2562441
https://lovelygreens.com/lavender-honey-cookie-recipe/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&utm_content=tribes&utm_term=361609634_11394512_100983
Eostre Goddess of Dawn
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C4%92ostre
http://www.arcane-alchemy.com/blog/2020/3/5/all-about-eostre-the-pagan-goddess-of-dawn#:~:text=Eostre%20is%20the%20Germanic%20goddess,name%20for%20Spring%20Equinox%20celebrations.
Worm moon
https://www.almanac.com/content/full-moon-march
https://www.bustle.com/life/spritual-meaning-march-full-worm-moon-virgo
https://www.popsugar.com/smart-living/worm-moon-meaning-48635886
https://www.kidzo
The days leading up to this week have been long and busy. To top it off there is a cold going around that has found its way to Mika and her family. Join the conversation as she discusses how she brings comfort to her family when the cold takes hold. Share on social media what you do when you feel a cold coming on and how do you combat it.
Social Media
Instagram: @LazyPaganMama
#Lazypaganmama #LPMOstara2022
Facebook Page: Lazy Pagan Mama
Email: lazypaganmama@gmail.com
Becoming a parent is the biggest life changing event a person can experience. In this episode Mika shares her postpartum experience, what she wishes she could have done differently and what she would like to do if blessed with a 2nd child. She shares postpartum rituals moms can do to realign themselves and give thanks, while also speaking briefly on postpartum traditions shared around the world.
Social Media
Instagram: @LazyPaganMama
Facebook Page: Lazy Pagan Mama
Email: lazypaganmama@g
Links:
PP Around the World
https://www.mothermag.com/postpartum-care-traditions/#:~:text=The%20midwife%20visits%20daily%20to,also%20checking%20in%20on%20baby.
Traditional Postpartum Practices and Rituals: A Qualitative Systematic Review
https://embryo.asu.edu/pages/traditional-postpartum-practices-and-rituals-qualitative-systematic-review-2007-cindy-lee
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.2217/17455057.3.4.487
Postnatal care - cultural and historic perspective
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00737-010-0175-1
Canadian PP guidelines Ch 5
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/healthy-living/maternity-newborn-care-guidelines-chapter-5.html
PP Care - Missing the Mark
https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/what-post-childbirth-care-looks-like-around-the-world-and-why-the-u-s-is-missing-the-mark
Learning from India’s traditions
https://www.nutritioncareofrochester.com/article.cfm?ArticleNumber=30
Books:
The Pregnant Goddess by Arin Murphy-Hiscock. (author of The Green Witch)
https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/The-Pregnant-Goddess/Arin-Murphy-Hiscock/9781507213834
Thanking the Goddess Spell, Long version.
Mother,
Thank you for your guidance, your love, and your wisdom.
I am (say name), and I have triumphed.
I am women,
I am divine feminine,
I am daughter, and queen, and now I am Mother.
Your support and your strength helped bring me to this point.
Thank you for walking with me through this incredible experience.
Be with me as I move forward into this new life.
Help me remain calm and serene,
In harmony with my loved ones,
Patient and accepting of my humanity.
I offer you my deepest thanks for this miracle,
For the sacred opportunity to touch the very essence of life,
To cradle it in my womb,
And to labor to bring it forth into this world.
Blessed Goddess, enfold me in your arms,
And grant me your strength in the coming days and weeks
So mote it be.
This week let's talk White Sage and Palo Santo. It never hurts to take a minute and learn about the items and tools that we use in our practice. Exploring and understanding where our herbs and incense come from helps us to better understand the importance of each item and be able to consider a different perspective.
Social Media
Instagram: @LazyPaganMama
Lazypaganmama #LPMImbolc2022
Facebook Page: Lazy Pagan Mama
Email: lazypaganmama@gmail.com
00:00 Intro
00:32 Start of episode
00:55 TWOsday
2:50 White sage
3:14 White sage background
3:45 Smudging
5:10 Why Now? A Short History
6:45 Rise in popularity consequences
7:45 Illegal harvest
9:10 Smoke cleansing
10:14 Palo Santo
11:45 Herb Options
12:50 Grounding Options
13:42 Cleansing Options
14:30 Connecting with the forest
16: 23 Incense Bundle options
17:19 How to Bundles
19:05 Link referral
19:27 Contact info
19:50 Importance of awareness and growth
21:29 Socials
22:07 Next week’s episode
Links:
Burning white Sage - https://www.bustle.com/wellness/is-burning-sage-cultural-appropriation-heres-how-to-smoke-cleanse-in-sensitive-ways-18208360
Harvesting White Sage - https://unitedplantsavers.org/what-is-going-on-with-white-sage/
Culture and appropriation - https://fashionista.com/2019/11/burning-sage-cultural-appropriation
Palo Santo - https://forageandsustain.com/why-we-need-to-stop-using-palo-santo/
Alternates - https://wisdom.thealchemistskitchen.com/smoke-cleansing-as-an-appropriate-alternative-to-smudging/
https://black-and-the-moon.myshopify.com/blogs/news/5-alternatives-to-white-sage-palo-santo
Smudging Vs Smoke cleansing - https://wisdom.thealchemistskitchen.com/smoke-cleansing-as-an-appropriate-alternative-to-smudging/
Make your own Incense bundles - https://www.organicauthority.com/live-grow/how-to-make-your-own-herbal-incense-bundles
Let's talk about protection. As pagans we don’t just protect our families from physical harm but we also do our best to protect from spiritual and energetic harm. This week is a reminder, don’t forget your basics in home, family and spiritual protection. As Mika talks about her everyday protections she shares stories and events that show just how important it is to keep the fence mended when working with spirit.
Social Media
Instagram: @LazyPaganMama
Lazypaganmama #LPMImbolc2022
Facebook Page: Lazy Pagan Mama
Email: lazypaganmama@gmail.com
0:00 - Intro
1:40 - Key points
4:33 - Home protection
5:00 - Interior home protection
4:45 - Onion/garlic intent
6:42 - Garlic protection story
8:48 - Exterior home protection
10:10 - Lavender
10:44 - Sleep satchels
12:40 - Protective powder
15:15 - Witch bells & Witchballs
16:55 - Protecting your child
18:50 - Claiming my child
19:12 - Protective phrase & Light
20:20 - SOTM & Other protections
21:25 - Kitchen witchery
22:18 - Protecting yourself
22:33 - My call to ancestral work
23:35 - Meeting with an Ancestor
26:15 - Connecting with food
26:36 - Protection and Ancestors
27: 29 - Cast a circle
28:03 - My protections
28:46 - Meditation space
29:10 - Setting intention
29:39 - Ending your session
29:56 - Offerings
30:23 - Final thoughts
Links:
Witchballs
https://blueeyedpriestess.com/blog/f/winter-solstice-traditions---creating-dyi-witch-balls-for-yule
Connecting with Ancestors
https://thewitchsguide.com/blogs/the-witchs-guide/10-ways-to-connect-with-your-ancestors
This week is all about hair and how postpartum hair loss sent me spirling. I’ve been on a hair journey and it has been transformational in more ways than one. Braids and Veils have a new front row position when it comes to my personal care as well as my spiritual practice. As I continue this journey I will be sharing my hairstyles and potential veils. How do you mom braid? Tag me on Instagram or send me an email.
Social Media
Instagram: @LazyPaganMama
Lazypaganmama #LPMImbolc2022
Facebook Page: Lazy Pagan Mama
Email: lazypaganmama@gmail.com
0:00 Intro
1:33 Disclaimer
2:25 Past hair
3:50 Postpartum hair loss
6:45 Current hair care routine
8:08 Hair and spiritual connection
15:30 Braids
18:15 Veiling
21:00 Potential reasons to Veil
23:44 End comments
Youtube Videos:
3 Double Braided Hairstyles -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lq2n3t2OyAk
The 2 Min Rope Braid - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSry_fXAru4
Double Braided Ponytail - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_gUp9rEvRE
The Art of Veiling - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R49ksRkz_ds
Veiling in my Practice -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3o06z6FccvI
Veiling and Hestia:
https://veilingpagan.wordpress.com/tag/hestia/
https://hearthcentereddevotions.tumblr.com/post/148694886989/simple-ways-to-honor-hestia
My first year celebrating with friends and family.
I’ve always celebrated Imbolc alone. I will be sharing my plans for Imbolc this year as well as discussing how I plan to incorporate my 6 month old son. I’ve also got suggestions and fun crafts for including older children. Blessed Imbolc everyone, stay grounded.
Social Media
Instagram: @LazyPaganMama
Lazypaganmama #LPMImbolc2022
Facebook Page: Lazy Pagan Mama
Email: lazypaganmama@gmail.com
0:00 Intro
2:10 Skill of the Month
4:40 Imbolc 2022
5:15 Food and drink
7:43 Imbolc basic info
8:37 Fertility
9:29 Garden plans
10:35 Sisters clarification
11:04 Poetry
12:37 Son incorporation
13:36 Meditation
14:25 Spring Cleaning
15:44 Fire and candles
17:04 Crafts
19:19 New Moon
22:36 Other activities
Ice Lantern: https://www.moodymoons.com/2019/01/22/imbolc-herbal-ice-lantern-diy-craft/
Milk Bath: https://www.moodymoons.com/2021/01/19/imbolc-honey-oat-milk-bath-with-lavender-flowers/
Yarn Dolls: https://www.thecrafttrain.com/braided-yarn-dolls/
Pompom sheep: https://www.coffeewithus3.com/pom-pom-sheep-garland/
Washing Pillow stuffing: https://www.seniorcare2share.com/how-to-wash-and-reuse-pillow-stuffing/
Other Imbolc Ideas:
https://www.tomakeamommy.com/the-wheel-of-the-year-imbolc-fertility/
More information on Imbolc:
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bED-shfxmk8
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jeu3-VtJWAw
Book: Moon Magic by Aurora Kane
https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/moon-magic-a-handbook-of/9781577151876-item.html?ikwid=moon+magic&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0#algoliaQueryId=6f3758ab52817b998481b81423f15190
Meet Mika as she talks about embracing her pagan parenting path and gives tips on how she found her footing. Key elements to her success are finding her values, speaking up, establishing routine and embracing herself for who she is. Join the conversation, send an email or message to the Lazy pagan mama on Instagram, Facebook and through Gmail. We hope to see you every Wednesday for more pagan mama topics.
Intro - 0:00
Starting out - 4:54
Foundation and values - 7:23
Family - 8:30
Respect - 15:15
Gratitude - 18:39
Speak up - 22:45
Get your routine - 23:55
Be you - 26:34
Social Media
Instagram: @LazyPaganMama
Facebook Page: Lazy Pagan Mama
Email: lazypaganmama@gmail.com
Yoga link
https://www.youtube.com/c/yogawithadriene
Book Links
- Everyday Witchcraft - Deborah Blake
Indigo Chapters: https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/everyday-witchcraft-making-time-for/9780738742182-item.html
Audible: https://www.audible.ca/pd/Everyday-Witchcraft-Audiobook/B0733ZVWWC?source_code=HavGB1270222210045&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1250324?source_code=HavGB1270222210045&gclid=CjwKCAiAlrSPBhBaEiwAuLSDUE_7WBzHMpLX3OWyPV3grrYpZTR_VowB4arw_jeeTApbnf-2a2Py5xoCxasQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
- Hunt Gather Parent - Michaeleen Doucleff
Indigo Chapters: https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/fr-ca/livres/hunt-gather-parent-what-ancient/9781982149673-article.html
Audible: https://www.audible.ca/pd/Hunt-Gather-Parent-Audiobook/1797118293?source_code=HavGB1270222210045&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1250324?source_code=HavGB1270222210045&gclid=CjwKCAiAlrSPBhBaEiwAuLSDUB029oVMUQYzGrSXzU1EJgk1fvh7l7GWqjx-mdxK0RjCQ9861vkfehoCI48QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Welcome to the Podcast. My name is Mikayla but You can call me Mika. I am here to introduce my new podcast which will officially be launched Feb 1st. I hope to see you there. Blessed be and stay grounded family.