Beyond Motherhood Radio: Recent Episodes
Brittany Lajoie
Parenting is one of the greatest experiences of life, but it’s definitely not easy. Join certified parent coach, former educator, and mother of 4 children, Brittany Lajoie, as she helps you navigate the tricky, the messy, the funny and the deep pieces of parenthood, right from her basement closet office (probably with a baby on the hip). If you want to learn how to create a more joyful and peaceful home, raise amazing humans and make sure to stay loving and sane in the process, Beyond Motherhood Radio is for you!
Hey Listener Friend... We have a podcast EMAIL address! Would love to hear your thoughts, questions or connect with you further in that space. Email Brittany at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
If respect feels like its dwindling during this time of the year or this stage of your child (or student's) life, this episode is for you.
Press play to hear tips and real-life advice on how to ditch the disrespect and steer toward what we're all striving for: a close relationship and strong bond with our children!
Send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Tune in to a real & honest chat with Julie Sedler, author & course creator!
Julie's Book, Watch Me: Part Dare. Part Demand.
Find Julie on Instagram @julie_sedler_author
I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Knowing and speaking your child’s love language can help foster more connection, respect, and cooperation in your relationship. Based on Gary Chapman’s Love Languages of Children, listen here for an overview on the love languages our children (& us) may feel and show love by, and ways we, as caretakers, can better "speak" these languages.
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Simple & Practical Ways To Speak Your Child's Love Language
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5 Love Languages of Children
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5 Love Languages of Teenagers
The 5 Apology Languages
Hey Listener Friend... We have a podcast EMAIL address! Would love to hear your thoughts, questions or connect with you further in that space. Email Brittany at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
If you catch yourself saying "be careful" almost without intention as your child explores and plays, listen here! Today on Beyond Motherhood Radio we hear phrases to replace "be careful" as well as some ways we can see risky play as a benefit to our children, and not a threat.
Try saying:
- Notice how… these rocks are slippery, the log is rotten, that branch is strong.
- Do you see… the poison ivy, your friends nearby?
- Try moving… your feet slowly, carefully, quickly, strongly.
- Try using your… hands, feet, arms, legs.
- Can you hear… the rushing water, the singing birds, the wind?
- Do you feel… stable on that rock, the heat from the fire?
- Are you feeling… scared, excited, tired, safe?
It’s important that we let our kids engage in risky or challenging play because it’s a great way for them to practice problem solving skills.
Help them out by asking:
- What’s your plan… if you climb that boulder, cross that log?
- What can you use… to get across, for your adventure?
- Where will you… put that rock, climb that tree, dig that hole?
- How will you…. get down, go up, get across?
- Who will… be with you, go with you, help you if?
Apt wording + concise thoughts from backwoods mama blog.
I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
We all want the best for our child... right? Yes...Even teachers and caretakers!
Listen in to this episode for an honest take at all perspectives when situations arise in places other than your home. You CAN work WITH other adults & professionals to help your child be immensely successful and meet all their needs.
Mentioned in the episode:
Things to ask or clarify when a situation arises with your child at school or daycare:
- Can you give me more clarity to what is happening directly before and directly after the scenario?
- Is he/she triggered by other kids or is hit always a solo event?
- Does the behavior increase, decrease, or stay the same during the entire duration?
- What type of language is being used to help work through it?
- What are the consequences?
- What gets him/her out of the episode?
- What is his/her demeanor the rest of the day?
- What is the protocol with what is occurring?
I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
10 minute shower?
Tropical vacation?
30 minute workout?
Trip to your favorite store ALONE?
If these things sound like they may never cross your path again, listen in today & let's chat self-care and mental health as a parent! It doesn't have to be complicated, difficult, or out of reach for you. You CAN be your best self!
Hey Listener Friend... We have a podcast EMAIL address! Would love to hear your thoughts, questions or connect with you further in that space. Email Brittany at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Listen in today for an insightful conversation with a wealth of knowledge on all things wellness, Holly Logan. There are so many questions we face as parents in this season where sickness is more prevalent... today we cover the "what to dos" for many of those areas.
EPISODE MENTIONS:
-Minerals: Trace Minerals
-Air Filter: AirDoctor
-See Holly's blog & Amazon Storefront for all other mentions!
-Find Holly on Instagram @hollylogan_health
Don't forget... We have a podcast EMAIL address! Would love to hear your questions or connect with you further in that space. Email me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Looking for some quick ways to improve your relationships with your kid(s) as a parent? Listen in here to a quick episode on how to kickstart your journey toward empowered parenting everyday!
After you listen today, I would LOVE to hear from you! I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would also truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers this year!
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Welcome to SEASON 2 of Beyond Motherhood Radio! What a year 2023 was! I'm so glad you're listening in here today for a time of reflection, "word of the year" chatting, & a little how-to on creating your new vision board.
Stay tuned for the end of this episode where I share our family's favorite gifts from the holidays- & keep it in your back pocket for future gifting!
After you listen today, I would LOVE to hear from you! I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would also truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers this year!
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Just like adults, children need to be validated, heard, appreciated, and feel secure and connected. But how do we, as adults, help our children feel this way? Especially when they are experiencing something that feels "big" to them... Listen to this Quick Tip Tuesday Episode for answers to this PLUS numerous ways to switch our words to help validate our children.
Would love to hear your thoughts, questions or connect with you further in this space. Email me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com and let me know what language switch you will try this week!
As always, thanks for listening in.
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
"How do I...." If you've asked or wondered something in your parenting journey that starts this way, this episode may speak to you!
Enjoy this Revisit episode as I share my thoughts, feelings, and mission in starting this podcast and branching out into the airwaves to reach more moms! I hope this episode speaks right where you need it to today.
I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers!
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Beyond Motherhood Radio brings you back to a former episode all about family values and boundaries. I hope this resonates with you as we approach the holidays!
I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
TRIGGER WARNING: School shooting topics covered in this episode.
Today I'm discussing a too-close-to-home situation that occurred recently in our tight-knit area. As our family and community lived through this experience, I've had to figure out some ways to share the current events with my children. I thought I'd share some ideas here. Though it is hard to discuss and share when these events do happen, we want to speak in a way that our kids can feel both safe and able to express their concerns and questions.
I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Taking it back to a previous episode & revisiting a topic was was so loved! On this "revisit" episode that you may have heard in the earlier podcast weeks, I'm talking all about a topic that I feel so passionate about… gaining and maintaining confidence in motherhood (and life)!
I hope you gain value and insight from these words, whether it's your first, second, or tenth time hearing this episode. You deserve to feel confident as a mother, because no one else is YOU. No one else knows your kids like you do. You've got this!
I would LOVE to hear from you! I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
On this newest episode of Beyond Motherhood Radio we are breaking down ideas, tangible tips, and insight on about how to give our children a positive association and connection with all things money. We chat about educating and healing our own minds around this topic first, in hopes that our children feel that positive energy too! I am so excited for you to join this impactful (& essential!) conversation with Bri and I!
Find Bri on Instagram @buildingbricoaching & Tik Tok @buildingbri
Or connect with her at her website https://buildingbri.com/
Books mentioned:
The Dynamic Laws of Prosperity
I Will Teach You To Be Rich
I would LOVE to hear from you! I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
As a mom, do you feel like you’re wearing all of the hats, all of the time? Me too. I get it! You’re not alone here. There is a lot to juggle and hold in this beautiful, crazy season of motherhood, but you are needed here… tired or not!
Join me as we unpack some of these ideas today.
I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers!
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Ever find yourself wondering how you can help your child or student with internal motivation? Or how to teach them to actually WANT to do good instead of gaining "something" for doing so?
The answer might just be in the power of a growth minded caretaker, parent, or teacher that instills those values to empower the child.
In this episode we're replacing the quick "good jobs" with more thought provoking, intentional, and positive phrases. Listen here to hear practical examples that can be applied to almost ANY scenario in you & your child or student's day!
I invite you to send any questions, topic suggestions, or connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow & reach more caretakers!
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
This discussion might be foreign for some, but it is truly so important.
In this episode, we are talking through reflection, rupture, and repair in our lives and our children's lives. We're never higher than mending a situation AND having the confidence and strength to do just that. How lucky are we that we have the power to change our relationships and grow in the direction we choose, even if that is a different direction in which we were raised?
I want you to know that it is never too late to make things right and recognize your wrong... in your relationships with your family, kids, friends, anyone!
Let me know your thoughts on this recipe for relationship repair AND connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow!
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Today I'm talking about something that's been present over and over again in my life... Slowing down in order to speed up! What might need a little more focus and care NOW, so that you can be your best and grow further LATER?
I know someone needs to hear this today.
Let me know your thoughts & connect further by emailing me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate if you left a rating and review to help this podcast grow.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
"When will you have another baby?"
"Is number two coming soon?"
"When will ___ get a sibling?"
....If you've been asked these questions too, let's chat!
But in reality, how DO you know the answers to these questions? When IS the right time to have a child? And especially ANOTHER child?
Tune in as I answer these listener questions with four important points to think about!
Would love to hear your thoughts, questions or connect with you further in this space. Email me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com!
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Ever feel like you're always saying "no" or adding a "do this first" task before granting your children's requests? Want an even better, more sensitive relationship with your kids? Listen here!
As a parent, teacher or caregiver, I believe it's better to reflect on ways we can always improve and make things even better... which might mean letting ourselves say "Yes" more!
Would love to hear your thoughts, questions or connect with you further in this space. Email me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com and let me know when you will say YES this week!
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Today Holly Logan shares so much of her mission and expertise on how to not only help advocate for your children in the medical realm, but also on how to be an empowered parent everyday. Enjoy!
Holly's Empowered Patient Worksheet:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1faAe4GIko7xUxM0wF9I8IgK2ApFyJHlq/view?usp=sharing
Find Holly on Instagram @hollylogan_health
We have a NEW podcast EMAIL address! Would love to hear your questions or connect with you further in that space. Email me at beyondmotherhoodradio@gmail.com.
As always, thanks for listening in!
Brittany
@brittany_lajoie
Love of learning and connection building.... something we all would love our kids to have! Today I am bringing you a conversation with two homeschool moms, Jess and Hannah, who chose to homeschool for those core reasons! They are sharing their insight, knowledge, expertise, and advice in their real homeschool experiences.
Hannah's Book Suggestion: The Call of the Wild and Free: Reclaiming the Wonder in Your Child's Education, A New Way to Homeschool https://amzn.to/3OkprvN
Do you you ever feel like you would be the BEST stay at home mom if you could parent in someone else's home? Let's face it, our homes can be overwhelming when we are trying to constantly play catch up with all the tasks that come along with raising a family and maintaining a home.
In this episode I talk about some of the habits and systems that I have implemented over the last few years that have allowed me to feel in control of my home and the daily tasks that are required as a parent.
Hope you enjoy!
Book that I mention in the episode: More Than A Mom: Finding Purpose In the Everyday Monotony Without Losing Yourself Or Your Sanity: https://a.co/d/4J7kLDb
Project Bags I mention: Pro Art Mesh Vinyl Zipper Bag, 19-inch x 25-inch Handle, Translucent: https://a.co/d/0CUorBm
When I became a parent, a lot changed for me, and I'm sure I'm not alone there. One of the biggest things that changed for me was the way in which I viewed some of the things that society told kids to do. Over the last 6 years of being a parent and raising very different kiddos, I have developed some language and values around a few of these societal pressures and I wanted to break them down in this episode.
If you connected with this content, I would love to know! Leave Beyond Motherhood Radio a rating or review!
Have you heard of Matrescence? Prior to connecting with Mackenzi on social media (@mommyandmaine), I hadn't either! I know you are going to nod your head and be overcome with validation once you tune in!
Mackenzi Masselli is an Occupational Therapy Practitioner, creator and host of the Mommy and Maine Podcast, and wellness coach for moms. She is passionate about providing mothers with the support, knowledge, and empowerment required during their transition to and through all seasons of motherhood. Mackenzi lives in midcoast Maine with her fiance, two daughters, and golden retriever.
Find Mackenzi Here:
Instagram: @mommyandmaine
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088844914115
Email: mommyandmaine@gmail.com
Podcast can be found wherever you listen (spotify, apple, google, etc). Please subscribe!
Do you ever find yourself in a power struggle with your kids? Tune in for a few tips on how to keep your cool and "win" the power struggle.
Do you ever feel like you and your partner are two ships passing in the night? When we have kids, our roles increase and often our relationship with our partner becomes secondary. We don't want this to happen, but it can. When it does, it’s time to reconnect. Time to reevaluate and take action towards finding harmony in your relationship again. Tune in to hear both the husband and wife perspective on ways to reconnect while raising young children.
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Listen in here as I share 13 truths that were apparent to me from my recent marathon. These lessons apply to mindset, motherhood, and life in general... not just runners! Enjoy!
Listen in to this episode of a recording where I was a guest on @thehighsandlowsshow with Kristen and Emily.
Follow @thehighsandlowsshow on instagram!
Answering a listener question in this episode: My child's defiance has increased since I brought out new baby home. What can I do?
Experiencing a big change in your home? More than likely, one or more of your children are going through a tough time too. Things are all of the sudden very different and your child might be showing you they are NOT liking it. What can you do to help your little ones process this transition or new experience?
Listen in!
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I recently checked in with some mom friends in order to feel validated-- I simply said, "do your kids cry everyday?" The answers gave me hope and reassurance that I wasn't alone.
Then I got to reflecting....
In this episode we will unpack why crying (including DAILY crying) is totally normal some things you can do so you won't lose your cool, too.
Welcome to the first interview episode! Trigger warning: the topics discussed here may be hard for some to listen to. Kristin opens up about her shocking premature labor and birth experience, their NICU stay and how we can support others in similar situations.
Want more of Kristin? Of course you do! You can connect with her on instagram @kristin.camrud
We are no strangers to change in our family. 4 kids in a short 6 year span and we have successfully prepared our children for each new adventure (so far). In this episode you will hear ways to help set your child up for success when inevitable change happens....things like a new baby, a family death or a new school for example. Additionally, we will discuss ways to decrease the meltdowns when navigating daily transitions in your home or classroom...think turning off the screen.
Let's flip the script. We recently talked about confidence in motherhood and life and now I want to open the conversation about ways you can help your children build and maintain these same skills. It is essential and necessary for us to work on our “confidence muscle” with our kids, and we can do that starting TODAY!
“We know that when we are honest and open, our kids have the confidence to be as well.”
Handling tattling and tantrums multiple times a day can get extremely tiring! In this episode, I share 3 phrases that I use to help kids become independent problems solvers.
Connection + Cooperation... something we want as parents!
No matter your current views on setting boundaries in your home, come with an open mind and listen in to this episode as we talk about how to align your "parent to child" expectations to your family values to create a current of trust and consistency with your children.
"How has your parenting evolved from first becoming a parent to now?"
I got this question on Instagram and decided to answer it here!
Ever wonder how some people seem to have all the confidence in the world while you are struggling to get out of the house with your children for fear that you won't be able to handle it? You are not alone! Confidence in motherhood (and life) is something that does not always come naturally and there ARE things that you can practice in order to unlock the code. Listen here for tangible things you can start doing today.