In this special Thanksgiving episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy sits down with Maria from Pride and Joy Life to discuss 10 simple tips for enjoying Thanksgiving with young children. Krissy and Maria explore practical advice such as the importance of distractions, creating kid-friendly spaces, setting realistic expectations, and planning for messes and downtime. The episode aims to equip parents with strategies to make their Thanksgiving celebrations less stressful and more enjoyable. Maria also shares creative activities and valuable insights from her decade of parenting experience. Listeners are encouraged to follow, rate, and share the podcast to help other moms benefit from these tips.

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00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Plans

02:24 Meet Maria: Thanksgiving Tips Expert

03:20 Tip 1: Distractions are Key

08:42 Tip 2: Create a Kid-Friendly Space

10:42 Tip 3: Set Realistic Expectations

17:01 Tip 4: Let Go of Shoulds and Judgments

19:12 Tip 5: Build in Connection Time

20:48 Tip 6: Involve Kids in Preparations

23:23 Tip 7: Flexible Eating Times

27:41 Tip 8: Plan Ahead for Messes

29:35 Tip 9: Plan for Downtime

30:41 Tip 10: Family Traditions After the Feast

32:35 Conclusion and Farewell