Radiant Joy Motherhood

Your Action Item from this episode: Write down the following words  and post them wherever you need a reminder: "When I am doing a task of mothering, it is the most important work I will ever do and I have no reason to feel guilty, no matter what else is happening around me."__________________________________________________________________________Frances Verbeek is the designer & founder of The Happi Empire, offering guided journals, books, affirmation cards and online courses to help people mindfully process life's challenges and cultivate inner happiness. The word 'Happi' is spelt with an 'i' instead of a 'y', as the focus of The Happi Empire is on cultivating happiness on the inside. Fran has sold over 20,000 happi products worldwide and is passionate about inspiring others to live happy, intentional, dream-fueled lives, whilst using life's challenges to grow and bloom along the way.In this episode:Fran shares her journey from being a full-time entrepreneur to being a full-time Mom and how her expectations did not meet her realityWe talk about how many stages of motherhood are not the "joyful" and "glowing" seasons we expect them to be, including pregnancyWe address Mom-guilt and how to overcome itWe highlight the difference between motherhood and mothering...and why mothering is the MOST important work we will ever doFran shares her favorite tools from her collection that have helped her mostResources and Links:Fran's Online shop: http://www.thehappiempire.com/Follow Fran on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thehappiempireFran's Design services: https://www.francesverbeek.com/Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

I'll never forget the day I brought my daughter home. I was super excited, super scared and really overwhelmed all at once. As the hours went by and the days started melding together, I struggled to get sleep, to feed her and to take care of myself. I felt so alone in the world and unsure of how to navigate this whole new season of my life.If I had only known then about Postapartum Doulas and all the support they can offer, things might have been different. That's why, even though I love teaching Childbirth and helping families prepare for the arrival of their baby, I am even more passionate and intentional about supporting Moms on the other side of birth. Quite often, once baby comes, Mom gets forgotten...and in a time when she really needs to be seen, heard and understood the most.That's why I am so excited for today's guest. She is a Postpartum Doula, a Mampreneur and Mama to a toddler. She has such incredible insight and tips. Whether you are expecting your first child or completely done having babies, there is something here for you. What we touch upon at the core is the universal lack of support we get as Moms and what we can do to change that._____________________________________________________________________________Episode 48: Navigating the Fourth Trimester: Insights from a Postpartum Doula with Tasha CoferHaving a new baby can be an exciting and joyous adventure, but there is still a measure of uncertainty and fear that comes along with a new addition. Tasha Cofer is a Postpartum Doula who's goal is to make birthing parents feel secure and help them navigate the first 12 weeks after birth. She's available to help with answering questions, easing fears, and providing helpful suggestions, so they can feel honored and confident as they grow into the parent they want to be. As a Postpartum Doula, Postpartum Consultant, Infant Sleep Consultant, and Parenting Educator serving Augusta, GA and the CSRA, she has the expertise to nurture birthing parents and their families during the Fourth Trimester.In this episode we talk about:The Fourth Trimester: what it is and why it's so importantWhat is a Postpartum Doula and why they can change the game after baby is bornHow beneficial a postpartum plan can be going into motherhood/parenthoodWhat things can you plan for and get support in - Rest, Nutrition, Education, Self-CareThe importance of community/support as you enter this new season of your lifeHow our partners are walking their own path of entrance into a new season of life and need support and consideration as wellTasha shares how Postpartum Doulas are NOT just for first-time parentsHow to find a Postpartum Doula and what questions to ask as you interviewResources and Links:Website: https://www.honoringthefourthtrimester.orgInstagram: @honoringthefourthtrimesterPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/honoringthefourthtrimester/Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tasha-postpartum-doula/Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

This Facebook Live with Jessica Larson of Mama-Be Self Care was recorded during the lockdown at the beginning of COVID but the insight we share about connecting with our kids applies no matter what season we are in.I have always seen parenting as a relationship, not a strategy. That's why I don't practice or preach any particular parenting style. Each of us, as Moms, is different and each of our children is different. In my opinion, being  successful as a parent means understanding your child's basic needs and what fills their cup. Building an honest and authentic connection. Nurturing your relationship so it feels mutually respectful and safe.Lockdown may have afforded us an opportunity to openly discuss the challenges, stresses and struggles of motherhood in a way that may have felt shameful or guilt-ridden before COVID. What it did NOT do is change anything about the way I approach parenting. I have always been focused on the connection and the relationship and I can't wait for you to hear the tips and insights shared in this Facebook Live Replay.One little note before we get started - the At Home Mamas Club is now known as the Happy Mama Wellness Community AND is still open for any Mama out there looking for support!__________________________________________________________________Dr. Jessica Larson is a psychologist, mother, mentor and founder of Mama Be: Self-Care for Moms where she helps women develop and implement strategies to lead connected and fulfilling lives.   In this episode we talk about:I share how my Marine Mammal Trainer experience prepared me to be a parentWe talk about the ups and downs/roller coaster ride of motherhood...especially over the last few yearsJessica asks me how to connect in time of stress - and my answer may surprise you 🥰The importance of honesty and transparency with your child especially when it comes to US failingBeing a Leader versus a Manager Resources and Links:Website: https://www.drjessicalarson.com/  Free Self-Love Guide: https://www.drjessicalarson.com/freeSupport the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

As busy moms, we all know how overwhelming life can get. Between work, family, and everything else, it's easy to get bogged down and feel like we're constantly playing catch-up.But what happens when the things that used to feel important to us no longer align with who we are or what we want in life? It may not be easy to let go of the things that no longer serve us, but it's essential for our mental and emotional wellbeing.In today's episode, we're going to dive into the topic of letting go of things that no longer feel in alignment. Our guest, Karen Brein, shares her experiences, tips, and strategies for moving forward and creating a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.So, if you're feeling tired, overwhelmed, or just need a little support and guidance, this episode is for you. We promise to keep it honest, authentic, and light-hearted, because we know that as busy moms, sometimes a little laughter is the best medicine. Let's get started!______________________________________________________________________________Karen is a mom of three and a Certified Nutrition Coach living in Pennsylvania. Her goal is to help as many moms as possible achieve their weight loss goals while gaining energy and feeling great! She received her PN1 certificate through Precision Nutrition and has a B.S. in Psychology from The University of California, Davis. Karen's signature program, The Happy Mama Method, combines her nutrition and psychology backgrounds to teach women a balanced approach to nutrition. With a strong emphasis on mindful eating practices and holistic wellness, she aims to help moms nourish both their souls and their bodies. In this episode we talk about:The power of letting things go that are no longer serving you so you can live more in alignmentKaren shares her story of how she was able to get more into alignment with her life and businessHow to get over the guilt and shame of feeling "less than" what you think you should be in your career and in motherhoodThe transformation from Maiden to Mother and whether we lose ourselves or find ourselvesWhy we need to remove the word "just" from our vocabulary Resources and Links:Website: https://www.happymamanutrition.comFree Guide: https://www.happymamanutrition.com/free-guideInstagram: @happymamanutritionSupport the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

Even when you're juggling kids and laundry and dinner and cleaning and social media posts and coaching calls and writing blogs...and...and...and...you may still feel like you're not doing enough because you're a driven, ambitious Mamapreneur. And even worse, you may feel like everything you do needs to be perfect.The truth is, no one is perfect...and you ARE doing enough.And today, we're going to talk about the importance of giving yourself permission to be human. More specifically, I am going to give you four permissions to help you get out of survival mode and enjoy your days.Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

Alright, Mamas, let's talk about something we all know but rarely discuss – our menstrual cycles. We all have different experiences when it comes to (what my Mom used to call Aunt Flo's monthly visit) but one thing we can all agree on is the ups and downs that come with it.What if I told you that you could use those energy changes to your advantage? Yes, you heard me right – your menstrual cycle can actually help you be more productive! Having been a Childbirth Educator educator for the past nine+ years I thought I had a pretty good handle on reproductive cycles and women's health. But after working with our guest today, Carelyn Torres, several years ago I realized I really didn't understand my body at all. She helped me unlock the power behind my monthly cycle and, as often as I can, I try to honor that cycle and build my schedule accordingly. As women, especially Moms, we're constantly juggling multiple roles and responsibilities, and it can be easy to push ourselves too hard. But by working with our bodies instead of against them, we can create a more balanced and productive life. And that's just one of the time management/productivity hacks we're talking about with Carelyn.Of course, everyone's cycle is different, and there may be some overlap between the phases. But the key is to pay attention to your body and listen to what it's telling you. So the next time you feel like you're on an emotional roller coaster, take a deep breath and remember – your menstrual cycle is on your side. Use those energy changes to your advantage, and who knows – you might just surprise yourself with what you can accomplish.You might want to take notes for this one so press pause here and go grab some paper and a pen. Don't worry...we'll wait :-) Awesome! Welcome back! Now that we're all ready to go, let's dive right in.____________________________________________________________________________________Carelyn is a wife, Mom of two boys and a Lifestyle Engineer helping moms in business recover from exhaustion and reignite their passion for life through prioritizing their self care and fun!Using her signature process, The CARES Method, her clients not only scale their businesses and their impact, they have the energy to be active, go on adventures with their family and play with their children and fill their life with happiness and joy!What we discuss in this episode:How to manage your energy versus managing your timeWhere you put your time and energy are your true prioritiesUnderstanding how your energy changes throughout the menstrual cycle and using that to manage your schedule and activitiesCarelyn's new course (get more details at the link below)Resources and Links:Thriving Biz-E Mom Lifestyle Facebook CommunityInstagram:  @CarelynTorresFreebie: https://www.carelyntorres.com/selfcarejournal/ Ditch the Overwhelm: Planning System to Create Harmony in Your Day (Make sure to use code "HMW" for a 20% discount)Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

The Ambitious Coach Podcast helps online coaches build a wildly profitable online coaching business all through using social media platforms. It’s hosted by Allison Henderson, a 6-figure online business coach and founder of Social Media Sales Blueprint. Allison went from a 9 to 5 stressful corporate job to helping hundreds of coaches live freedom-based lifestyles. If you are struggling with getting clients or understanding how to grow your online coaching business, this show will help you generate more income, master your success mindset, and finally show you what’s stopping you from having the life and business you desire. What we discuss in this episode:What is wrong with the current definition of motherhood and why we need to redefine itMotherhood vs MotheringWhat it feels like to be in survival mode...and why it's so important to start stepping out of itWho the Happy Mama Wellness Community serves and how it helps Mamas go from survive to thrive Resources and Links:Website: https://www.allisonhendersoncoaching.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonhenderson_coachSupport the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

Kate Smith is a mother, early childhood educator, Certified Children's Yoga Teacher, and founder of the Conscious Mamas Movement, an educational platform that empowers caregivers with mindful tools to raise the next generation of conscious humans. Her work guides parents to do their inner healing work, build their emotional literacy skills, and show up as the present parents they want to be. She combines her decades worth of experience in holistic health to model a way of living well in parenthood. Kate embodies these skills as a single mother to her two year old Jefferson. What we discuss in this episode:Kate shares her journey to single-motherhood and how she found her calling and started her businessWhat is emotional literacy and how can we learn to be more aware of our own emotions as we teach our kids about theirsKate shares a parenting moment where she got triggered by her toddler and how she identified her emotions and processed through themWhat to do when we know we need something, but aren't sure what that thing isHow to break the cycle of defining motherhood as "self-sacrifice"Resources and Links:Website: https://www.consciousmamasmovement.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciousmamasmovement/Membership: https://www.consciousmamasmovement.com/join-the-movementSupport the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

Kathleen Fordyce is a copywriter who harnesses the power of storytelling to help health, wellness and creative business owners level up their website copy and marketing so they can grow their business and make an impact in the lives of those they serve. She’s also a book addict, wife, and mom of two living in New York. What we discuss in this episode:Kathleen shares her story of entering motherhood and finding her path after the death of her husbandHow to figure out what our message is and allowing that to evolve as our business growsKathleen shares how to create a messaging guide including goals, tone of voice and values and how to utilize it as you create copyCreating a bulleted list of copy goals or outline what you want to write to help us not go off on a tangentThe importance of truly knowing who you're serving and having specifics in your copy - and Kathleen even shares an example for usResources and Links:Website: KathleenFordyce.comInstagram: @katfordyceSupport the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

On-air Coaching Call time! We love these episodes because they are real-life and unscripted. Today I am chatting with Megan and her main question initially was "How do I react when my daughter does something that's really unacceptable?"...but the real question was "How do I regulate my emotions enough to do what I know I should be doing?"In this episode you'll find:How to respond to toddlers who are doing their work (biting, kicking, etc).How to respond to our kids when they have done something (like break a television) that they don't understand fully.A REAL LIFE PARENTING MOMENT that illustrates exactly what we talked about above - and then we unpack it.Why we sometimes regulate and sometimes we can't...and what to do about it.Here is a link to the IG Video that shows some fun breathing exercises: https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/18097717303157364/Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

Shannon is an RN by trade who became a SAHM to 4 kids and entrepreneur with an ecommerce business to  encourage other moms to live with courage in whole body wellness.  What we discuss in this episode:Shannon shares her journey from being an RN to being a Mama of four who chose to stay home with her children but also wanted to honor who she is.The issue with defining motherhood with the "doing" rather than the "being".What Whole Body Wellness is and why we should be paying attention to it.Shannon's journey and experience with Postpartum Anxiety.How our Happy Mama Wellness Community monthly workbook highlights the wheel of life and if one spoke is broken, the wheel doesn't work.Lynn shares part of her journey with Postpartum Anxiety and how it came back in full force during COVID.How COVID added an extra layer of stress and anxiety and how that made asking for help and having support even more important.Shannon shares several of her go-to tools for addressing whole body wellness (from her "25 Whole Body Wellness Hacks for Busy Moms" linked below).Resources and Links:Website: https://msha.ke/shanwright/Instagram: @shanwright56Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannon.wright.355Shop: https://modere.co/3rKwa52 "25 Whole Body Wellness Hacks for Busy Moms" Free Download Black Friday Deal - Use Referral Code 3667346 Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

Amelia Kriss is a Drama Therapist and Certified Coach in private practice in the Bay Area, California, where she lives with her husband and two powerhouse daughters. She works primarily with recovering people-pleasers and "Nice" girls who are ready to deconstruct self-shrinking patterns, and find more ease & joy. Amelia is also deeply committed to Birth Story Medicine work; helping birthing parents integrate, and move forward from, unresolved issues connected to the experience of giving birth. She believes that supporting parents through birthing as a rite of passage is an important (and too often missing) piece of creating healthier & happier families. Amelia is also a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator and a director for therapeutic theatre. She is deeply interested in the connection between our personal healing journeys and our collective liberation. What we discuss in this episode:Amelia shares her own postpartum journey and the moment her husband asked her how she was. Her answer surprised her and helps to frame her transition into motherhood.What it really means when we get the message after a birth that says "Mom and Baby are healthy and happy."Why it is so important to prepare birthing people for the psychological and spiritual identity changes that come with the physical experience of birth. Why the information preparing families have access to leans towards one of two extremes and why both sides are just not complete. "Most of us hold both sides; fear AND trust."Growing humans is a bad-ass thing and we are strong enough to think about, and prepare for, all potential outcomes.What it means to be "empowered" as a parent. You have life experiences you can draw on as you prepare for birth. And how birth is like going on a hike.Amelia shares about her Group Coaching program - how she designed and it and how it will help expectant parents.How society steers us wrong in birth and motherhood and why Redefining Motherhood exists. How motherhood is not a role or an archetype but an experience.Lynn shares the experience that jolted her out of "survival mode" in motherhood.Amelia connects for us that there is a level of death/change/rebirth that takes place in the transition into motherhood. How it is mixed and messy and dynamic. How there is a ying and yang. Resources and Links:Website: https://ameliakriss.com/Instagram: @akcollaborativeUncharted: Anchoring Yourself in the Wild Terrain of Giving Birth Group Program: www.birthingforreal.com To book a Birth Story Medicine session with Amelia: https://ameliakriss.com/birth-story-medicineNewsletter for Pregnant People called Soft Cheese: https://ameliakriss.com/soft-cheeseSupport the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

The truth of matrescence, or the transition to motherhood, is that it's messy. It's overwhelming. It's a period of intense transition where you your mind, body and spirit feel out of control and you don't recognize the person in the mirror. You lose your confidence. You're caught between two worlds. You're stumbling to figure out who this new person is. What she likes. What she fears. What she needs. When you listen to your inner voice and go against the grain, you get Mom-Shamed and bullied...by other people going through the same thing you are. So when we say motherhood is hard. This is what we mean.And it's also beautiful. Mixed in with the exhaustion, the ambivalence, the guilt are moments of pure elation. Gratitude. Inspiration. Awe as you watch your child grow. You are on separate journeys of discovery...but you get to do it together and that is an incredible gift.So far all the Mamas out there who feel like they're failing. Who feel numb. Who feel burnt out and overwhelmed. Who feel alone. Who feel drained. Who feel deceived by society's narrative of motherhood, this episode is for you. These are the five things I wish I'd been told about motherhood before I began matrescence.Mamaste, Lynn Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

Dr Orlena trained as a pediatric doctor. She now works as a health coach, teaching busy women to lead their most healthy life in a way they love. So they can feel amazing, lead a long life and teach their kids healthy living habits.What we discuss in this episode:Dr. Orlena shares her journey about how she wasn't showing up like she wanted to for her kids and in life and what she did to change that.How parenting is hard, but when we show up for ourselves first then we can show up for our kids.If we don't learn emotional wellness for ourselves, we can't model it for/teach it to our kids.Why self care is not a luxury, it's an integral part in keeping us healthy and well...also what can happen if we don't take care of ourselves.Dr. Orlena's Four Pillars: Healthy Eating, Movement That Lights You Up, Sleep and Managing Stress.It's not just about health, it's about your energy, enjoying life to the fullest and truly living...and it all starts with self care.Tools for managing the big emotions and high hormones of the postpartum period.What mirror neurons are and how can understanding them help us gain emotional wellness.Inspiration to help us make the changes we need to make in order to be well and prioritize ourselves.Resources and Links:Website: https://www.drorlena.comFB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthydrorlenaConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Get your first month in the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

After spending 20 years in Corporate America helping Fortune 500 companies manage multi-million dollar growth strategies, Jennie left her partnership in a global consulting firm to launch her own company. Besides her role as CEO, she also serves as a professional speaker, an Adjunct Professor in Strategy, a Board member, and the author of Corporate Rehab: Ditch the Hustle Culture and Thrive Again.Her coaching and speaking business focuses on female executives looking to reach the next level of leadership without losing themselves in the process and on companies interested in building human-centered cultures. She lives in Washington, DC with her husband, two kids and Labrador puppy, and is trying to enjoy this chance to rewrite the next chapter of her career and life by running 10 milers, learning poetry, and joining an adult ice hockey league. What we discuss in this episode:Jennie shares her story and explains what the "hustle culture" is and what the recovery process looks like when you reconnect with who you are and what you want rather than falling under the spell of Supermom/Hustle Culture."A woman's value is so often defined by how much she gives to other people". We discuss why this statement is so detrimental and how we can change our mindset and find the value in who we are as human beings.Cues that help us know we're stuck in the hustle culture and how we can get ourselves out of it.Jennie shares two stories from her book.The REHAB framework for overcoming hustle culture: Recognize, Evaluate, Heal, Arise, BuildAnybody have mom-guilt when you take time for yourself? We chat about the importance of self-care and ignoring the "crazy lady in the attic".Not sure where to start? Become aware of your thoughts, limiting beliefs and language that you're using with yourself. Resources and Links:www.corporate-rehab.com to order Jennie's book or attend any of her workshops/events.Connect with Jennie on instagram @corporaterehab   Connect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Get your first month in the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

All about keeping our cups full...for ourselves and our kids.Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

All about triggers.Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

I know this a sensitive topic and I might lose some of you, but please hear me out. I am sharing this IG Live replay in hopes that:- If you are FOR upholding Roe v. Wade and feeling defeated, saddened, enraged right now...I hope this can bring things back into perspective that the MAJORITY of this country are rational human beings that we can have positive and productive discourse with- If you are AGAINST Roe v. Wade being upheld and are celebrating right now, I hope that this helps you to understand why so many of us are not Ok.Part of Redefining Supermom is to live our authentic self and model what that looks like for our children. This episode is me living my authentic life and I hope it helps you do the same.Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

I could not be more excited about today's guest. Not only is she one of the Mentors inside the Happy Mama Wellness Community, but she is the expert I never knew I needed in my life. And her name is Eliza Martel.Welcome back to another episode of Redefining Supermom where we are breaking down the myth and redefining what it means to be a super awesome Mama. Eliza helps her clients create intentional spaces for intentional living and today, she shares her journey as a Mamapreneur, the philosophy she follows when organizing and the mental freedom she has found by decluttering her space.If you enjoyed this episode of the Redefining Supermom Podcast, leave a review on iTunes! Reviews help me to know which content is resonating with you and which to leave in the rear-view mirror...so visit the Redefining Supermom podcast on iTunes and let me know what you think. Eliza Martel is a professional home organizer and interior designer. Before starting Staged by Eliza, she was a full-time stay at home mom of two. She knows first-hand how a cluttered home can be frustrating and overwhelming. It was through her decluttering journey that she was able to find herself and gain a clear understanding on how to help other women. She focuses her efforts to help women declutter and organize their home, so it is working for them not against them. By working with an individual’s organizing style, the space becomes easier to use and maintain.  Connect with Eliza further here:Website: https://www.stagedbyeliza.com/Instagram: @staged_by_elizaThe Happy Mama Wellness Community Resources mentioned during the episode:Minimal Mom - Dawn MadsenThe Four Tendencies - Gretchen RubinMarie KondoThe Clutterbug Philosophy - Cassandra AarssenSupport the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!

I came across the words of Iain S Thomas and it struck a chord. Here is what he wrote:Before your children came, they were told you would love them.So whatever you do, however you treat them, to them, it is love.If you are cruel to them, they will think it is love.If you yell at them, they will think it is love.If you ignore them, they will think it is love.If you walk away from them, they will think it is love. And if you are kind to them, they will think it is love.And if you are gentle with them, they will think it is love.And if you listen to them, they will think it is love.And if you hold them tightly, they will think it is love.Because we cannot point to anything that exists and say, ‘This is love.’ So you will teach your kids every day they’re with you what it is. And one day, when someone else treats them the way you treated them, they will say, ‘This is love.’"__________________________________________If you enjoyed this episode of the Redefining Supermom Podcast, leave a review on iTunes! Reviews help me to know which content is resonating with you and which to leave in the rear-view mirror...so visit the Redefining Supermom podcast on iTunes and let me know what you think.Want to join a community of Mamas who are raising the next generation to be kind, compassionate, loving and inclusive? Check out The Happy Mama Wellness Community here.Support the showConnect with Lynn on instagram @HappyMamaWellness. Looking for more support with parenting and motherhood? Check out the Happy Mama Wellness Community here!