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Call Us Mommy is a podcast for moms in the trenches of motherhood, new moms feeling a bit shellshocked, or seasoned moms looking for ways to support the younger mamas in their life. We’re here to create a community for all women, wherever they are in their motherhood journey.
Aside from Mommy, you can also call us Ariel and Tianna. We’re two best friends who also happen to be business partners and using this podcast to shine a light on the joyful chaos of motherhood while reminding ourselves (and you) that we can do this. Between the two of us, since we began recording our conversations in 2021, we’ve been in all of the seasons at once, recovering from postpartum, learning to parent pre-teens, chasing toddlers, growing babies, and even nursing them. All while working from home in the midst of the messes.
Ariel is a mom of 4, project manager, career assistant, and coach, married to her high-school sweetheart, and living in a small town in Indiana. Tianna is a former dental assistant turned career assistant and coach, a former single mom of 3 with one bonus babe and one on the way with her new husband living in a slightly bigger town in Indiana, all after escaping an abusive marriage in 2020. We met in 2015 at a church workout, both in the midst of postpartum with baby number 2 and with no idea of what our friendship would bring 5 years later.
Our friendship evolved into life wives in 2020 when we merged our lives even more by starting Laptop + Littles, where we began showing other women how we work from home. We began working and doing life together almost daily until Tianna moved in with Ariel in 2022 after buying and flipping her house while she waited for her new build. Tianna met her now husband shortly after and the rest can be caught up on in our podcast episode “Tianna and Austin’s Story”. Now that we live in different towns, we miss each other every day but spend lots of time coworking on the phone or making the drive to co-work throughout the week. Call Us Mommy has been a perfect excuse to make that happen more than it might without having such an awesome community to show up for.
Our goal for the Call Us Mommy community is to create a virtual village for all moms, all women, and all stories to feel supported in their journey. If you want to be apart, come hang, give us grace as we sometimes stumble through our words, or share our hardest moments and celebrate the wins with us! We’re so happy you’re here.
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Join our mom group chat to hear from 4 different motherhood seasons and experiences. We invited two moms joining us to talk through limits in motherhood (and life in general) and how it can create mom guilt, how we overcome feeling like hitting limits is our fault (spoiler, it's not) and for a few of these moms, how being social media influencers influences their motherhood. The two moms joining the conversation today are Kelsey Chapman and Brie Matthews. Both of these ladies are new mamas, best friends and self-employed, business building women. They know exactly what it's like for their life to get hit with postpartum and have to re-discover who they are after entering motherhood.You can get a peek at Kelsey's life on IG here - https://www.instagram.com/kelschapmanYou can get a peek at Brie's life on IG here - https://www.instagram.com/brie_matthewsEnjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Join us as we each share 5 things we learned from our 20’s and will carry into our 30’s. We talk about what it looked like to spend our 20’s in motherhood and what we wish we knew sooner. As Tianna enters her 30’s this week, it’s a perfect time to recall all the things life has taught us so far. Happy birthday Tianna and we’re looking forward to entering a new decade together!Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Join Ariel + Tianna as we sit down with Kristi to talk about what working from home looks like for her, how the Virtual Assistant world got her there and her journey along the way. Kristi came from a comfy corporate job and decided during her pregnancy that she needed a change. She stumbled on Laptop + Littles and the lightbulb went off. She knew the Virtual Assistant role would take her where she wanted to go and she was determined to get there before having to return from maternity leave. Kristi shares what those initial months looked like fresh in the Virtual Assistant role, taking on her first clients, cutting back on clients when her season of life demanded it, the imposter syndrome that can creep in...and how to navigate it all. We love Kristi's story and seeing her thrive in her career now that she has taken control of it. Something we believe any mom can do with the right support. Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Join Ariel and Zarod as we sit down to share OTHER people's marriage advice and our thoughts on how well it's worked for us and what we wish we actually knew when we got married at 21 after being highschool sweethearts. Our marriage isn't perfect, no one's is but you can definitely learn from everyone's marriage and we hope you can learn something from ours in this episode. Be prepared to laugh with us, for some potential Bluey in the background (sorry, 4 kids) and for us doing our best to explain how we've made our marriage work the last 10 years.Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Join us for what we expected to be an episode sharing some of the hacks we use to make our life easier, which we do, but we also share about how we struggle with anxiety in our motherhood, rage cleaning, reactive parenting and managing a large family. Hopefully in this episode, you can find something to encourage you in your motherhood, something to relate to and maybe even laugh at (even if it's at us). Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Welcome to 2024 and season 6 of Call Us Mommy, we're catching you up in this newest episode, sharing our current favorite things, what's new in our lives and filling you in on where we last left you. We're covering everything from how homeschooling is going, Tianna's 6 week postpartum check-up, getting labs done after having a baby, struggling with PPD and PPA, breastfeeding, fitting into a new town where you know no one but too many people know about you...and all the fun that comes with creating new family traditions as a new family.Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Do you feel like working a traditional 9-5 supports your motherhood? Do you ever have to fit your motherhood around your work and not the other way around? If so, join us for todays conversation with one of our friends and very first students to talk about how we’ve experienced the lack of support from the way our traditional workforce is set up, not supporting women in motherhood. Tatelyn is not just a friend and former student but now a coach for Laptop + Littles, helping us lead other women to create a motherhood that works for them. Tatelyn went from an ideal job in the 9-5 world that she had to fit her kids lives and schedules around… to working how and when she wants, around her kids lives and schedules. She shares it all in todays episode!Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Some of the things that are hard about motherhood, we simply can't change. The newborn no sleep season, the exhausted new mom season, the getting used to your body again season, surging hormones season, toddlerhood, fighting siblings, potty training, regulating emotions... there are so many things that we just have to go through as moms. But there are some hard things we can change, or at least make easier, when we make changes to take control of our motherhood. We've done this by choosing to find ways to work from home, which has allowed us to take back control of a lot of things in our motherhood, like spending intentional time with our kids, having money for date nights, having control over your family's routine, working with people you enjoy, making extra money, etc. In today's podcast episode, we sit down with fellow mama (of 2!) Kayla Hoffmeier, who we met back in 2020 before she started her Virtual Assistant career. She's recently welcomed her son, the newest additional to her family, and shares how life has been since she made the change in her career 3 years ago. Join us for our conversation with Kayla if you're looking for some encouragement in your motherhood or need some motivation to take steps to even just start making goals to get you where you want to be!Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Join us for a candid conversation with guest Macy Troyer.In this episode, we have a captivating conversation with the founder and CEO of It's Goaldy, Macy Troyer, who has navigated the challenging waters of entrepreneurship while facing rejection, fear, and self-doubt! Stay tuned as she announces some exciting news!Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
This week in Call Us Mommy, we’re chatting with Alexis Novoa, a work from home mom with a goal to spread work from home opportunities to more mothers. Sit down with us as we discuss what it’s like working from home with our kids and the mental load our generation of mothers seem to carry.We talk about how to communicate that mental load to your partner, how to teach your kids to share the work around the house and how working from home has made all of that so much easier for us and so many other women!If you want to sign up for Alexis’ newsletter to get a weekly list of work from home opportunities, you can do that here: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64628f778c07c88f2e3a7d27And if you want to follow Alexis on her socials, you can find her:On TikTok > http://www.tiktok.com/@alexisssnovoaOn IG > https://www.instagram.com/alexissnovoaEnjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Join us as we explore invaluable insights and strategies for achieving harmony in challenging co-parenting dynamics.Katie guides us through the concept of "parallel co-parenting," shedding light on its significance in high-conflict situations. Learn how this unique approach allows parents to prioritize their children's well-being while minimizing direct communication and conflict.Setting boundaries is crucial in any co-parenting journey, and Katie offers expert advice on how to establish clear and healthy boundaries with a high-conflict co-parent. Discover actionable tips to maintain your peace of mind and foster a positive co-parenting environment for your children.Blending families can be a complex and delicate process, and Katie shares her expertise on how to navigate this often challenging phase. Gain practical strategies to create a supportive and nurturing environment when blending two families together.Whether you're a divorced or separated parent dealing with high-conflict situations, this episode will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to foster a successful co-parenting relationship for the sake of your children's happiness and stability.Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges, emotional regulation, and self-discovery that we're all facing during this unique season of life.Alyson Hempsey brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table as a skilled psychotherapist and life coach, she has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's in Clinical Social Work. She is not only the founder of @thehonestpeach but also cohosts the No Mama Left Behind Podcast which gives her a unique perspective on various aspects of motherhood.But, it's not just Alyson's professional credentials that make her an expert on this topic; her personal journey as a mother adds an authentic touch to the conversation. As a fellow mom, she truly understands the complexities and joys that come with motherhood, making her insights even more relatable and valuable.Join us for an enlightening and inspiring discussion between three moms, as we offer guidance, empowerment, and inspiration to navigate the beautiful chaos of motherhood. Whether you're a new mom, an experienced parent, or just curious about the transformative journey of motherhood, this episode promises to provide valuable insights that will help you reclaim and redefine your identity amidst the challenges and joys of raising a family. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a fresh perspective and embrace the beauty of growth and self-discovery during this season of life. Tune in now to be part of this uplifting conversation!Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Join us to talk about their birthing experiences as well as postpartum. We cover what we were not prepared for and what we suggest new moms to prepare themselves for. We want this episode to normalize the things that come with birthing and postpartum, not scare new moms! Woman are powerful, strong beings and we have what we need to get through these seasons with joy intact...especially when prepped for what to expect!Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Ariel is taking on homeschooling her 4 kids (10, 7, 5 and 3) this year and she's sharing her journey toward getting started with you. While she's always wanted to homeschool, she shared the things that motivated her to finally dive into it. She also shares how she will juggle working from home and managing her kids schedules. The flexibility of working from home is a game changer but she knows changes will need to be made to adjust to her kids homeschool schedule. Follow along on her journey if you are considering homeschooling or are interested in how to create a career that is flexible enough to make these type of life changes!Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
No matter who you are, a stay at home mom, work from home mom, working in an office mom, single mom, married mom, homeschooling mom, mom to be... one thing almost all of us have had in common is wanting to find ways to make extra money. On this episode, we go over all the ways we are familiar with on making some extra money from home. Of course you can make any of things a side hustle all the way to a full-time income from home, depending on what you're looking for. Hopefully, this chat helps you explore some new ways you can utilize the skills you already have to make some extra money from home. Only interested in making money from home as a Virtual Assistant? Make sure you check out our new Intro to the VA World Class, free and only 10min: https://my.demio.com/ref/zejSeEV1xzhpy99YEnjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Join our interview with high-school sweethearts, Ariel and Zarod to hear about how they met (in middle school), started dating (in high school), and how they've made it work through many moves, jobs, 4 kids and 10 years of marriage. Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
No story is perfect but every story is worth telling. Listen in as Ariel and Zarod interview Tianna and Austin about how they met, the challenges they've faced and what dating, co-parenting and living together looks like for them right now. Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Welcome to Season 5 of Call Us Mommy! We're catching you up on our lives as of February 2023, talking about how we're going to sustain our relationship with the recent move and as always, everything in between :) What do you want to hear us talk on in Season 5?Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
Scroll through our highlights of 2022 and listen in to us discuss our goals for 2023. We want to hear from you! What are your goals for 2023? We want to help you get there so we'd love to hear from you so we can create episodes that will help you grow!Love Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review and share us with a friend!Enjoying Call Us Mommy? Leave us a review so we can reach more women and grow this amazing community of supportive mothers!Have a topic you'd like us to cover in future episodes?Email us at laptopandlittles@gmail.com OR...Interested in the Work From Home Mom life? Join our community to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/laptop_littles/
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