Parenting is hard. And the thousands of decisions we’re forced to make everyday can feel daunting. Should I listen to my pediatrician, my mother, this website? When am I going to find time to read this 500 page book on feeding? Will other moms judge me for doing it this way? While we’ve never had access to so much information, it’s never been harder to find the knowledge we need to feel confident in the choices we make as parents. We make it simple. We break down all the information- the science, the trends, the myths- into easy to understand knowledge. The “Cliff’s Notes” to parenting. Because when you remove the doubt, fear, and stress from everyday parenting choices, you create more time for the fulfilling moments. A healthier way to live, eat, and love. This is Meaning Full Living.
82: Everything You Need to Know About Potty Training: Tips from Katie Kelley
Potty training can seem daunting, But with a little preparation and a few tips and tricks, it can be a smooth process! In this episode, Katie Kelley shares her best advice for potty training your child. She covers everything from choosing the right time to start potty training to reward systems and more. Katie's tips are sure to make potty training less stressful for both you and your child. Sponsors: OnceUponAFarmOrganics.com code living for 35% off your first subscription order Visit seed.com/LIVING and use code LIVING to redeem 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01™DailySynbiotic Talkspace.com code FULL for $100 off your first month Produced by Dear Media.
8/22/2022 • 30 minutes, 43 seconds
62: Your Voicemails Answered: Q&A Session
Today on the show, we're answering your voicemails! We've gotten a lot of great questions over the past few weeks, and we can't wait to share our answers with you. If you have a question that you'd like us to answer on a future episode, be sure to leave us a voicemail at 833-444 FULL. We can’t wait to hear from you and know what you want to talk about next! For products mentioned in this episode, head to https://meaningfullliving.com/ PARTNERS: Wandering Bear: Get 20% OFF your order with code LIVING at wanderingbear.com Pampers: Download Pampers Club App to start earning rewards with every diapers & wipes purchase. Galileo: Galileo-camps.com code FUNSUMMER2022 or $100 off camp Produced by Dear Media.
4/25/2022 • 32 minutes, 55 seconds
59: What’s the safest car seat ft. Safe in the Seat
Today we’re talking to Michelle Pratt, you may know her as her instagram handle and company @safeintheseat. Michelle is a certified car seat expert, mom of two, and is passionate about helping parents feel confident they’re doing all they can to keep their kids safe in the car seat. She's answering what you actually need to know about car seats from newborns to childhood and help you feel confident navigating car seat safety! For products mentioned in this episode, head to https://meaningfullliving.com/ PARTNERS: Four Sigmatic: save up to 40% off on mushroom coffee bundles at foursigmatic.com/meaning Pampers: download Pampers Club App to start earning rewards with every diapers & wipes purchase. Produced by Dear Media.
4/4/2022 • 48 minutes, 35 seconds
55: What you actually need to know about postpartum & nutrition
We spend 9 months getting ready for a baby, but we don’t prepare ourselves for what OUR bodies do after birth. Today, we’re talking all things postpartum, from night sweats to nutrition. Jess, a registered dietitian, breaks down exactly what we need to know about postpartum nutrition, and Hayley opens up about the realities of postpartum, including postpartum anxiety. Whether you’re one day or one year postpartum, this one is packed with nuggets of practical information that will help you move from surviving to thriving and feel more like yourself. Sponsor: Foursigmatic.com/meaning for up to 40% off Mushroom Coffee bundles Produced by Dear Media.
3/7/2022 • 34 minutes, 30 seconds
47: Our Birth Stories
Today, Hayley and Jess share their birth stories, their powerful experiences with doulas, and some frequently asked questions about epidurals. Hayley discusses Liv’s gender mix-up, the ways Tyler best supported her, and how each of her births were peaceful but really different. Jess talks about her labor coming on when she least expected it and her husband having to deliver her baby! Sponsors: Stream "Once Upon a Playtime" at thegeniusofplay.org Onceuponafarmorganics.com code LIVING for 30% off Produced by Dear Media.
1/10/2022 • 32 minutes, 16 seconds
39: Jess’ Story: Finding purpose, hope, and inspiration while parenting with cancer
In 2020, as the pandemic was just beginning and her son was only 1.5 years old, Jess’ life changed in an instant when she was diagnosed with cancer. In this episode, Jess shares her story with Hayley as they talk about how she made it through, how she handled parenting while sick, and how Hayley and Meaning Full Living gave her a bigger purpose and the ability to dream about the future. From hair loss to fertility struggles and quarantining with a toddler, Jess gets candid about her journey, her new outlook on life, and the advice she’d give to anyone who is struggling. Thank you to our sponsors! Everlywell.com/full for 20% off an at-home lab test Printfresh.com code LIVING for 15% off your first order Joybird.com/living for 35% off your purchase Artifactuprising/meaningfull code MEANINGFULL15 for 15% off your order Produced by Dear Media.
11/15/2021 • 57 minutes, 35 seconds
38: Unlocking the power of sensory play with @mothercould
Today, we are talking to Myriam Sandler of @motherCOULD all about sensory play – why it's so important for babies and kids and how to do it. She’s known for her genius and simple parenting hacks and play activities, and in this episode, she shares her top sensory activities for every age group, how to make simple activities using items from the pantry, and her all-time favorite parenting hack that we all need to know. We are anything but Pinterest moms, and we walked away from this conversation feeling empowered and ready to tackle sensory play with our kids! Thank you to our sponsors: Lumineux: www.oralessentials.com code: LIVING to save 15% off your first order. Girlfriend Collective: www.girlfriend.com/FULL for $25 off first time purchases of $100 or more Produced by Dear Media.
11/8/2021 • 28 minutes, 57 seconds
37: Molly Sims gets candid about parenthood
This week’s guest is our personal #momgoals and instant best friend, Molly Sims! The model, actress, producer, and entrepreneur gets real about what it’s like to be a mom of three, why balance doesn’t actually exist, and why sometimes you have to hide in your closet with a drink. We chat with Molly about her breastfeeding journey, how she handles mom shame, catastrophic thinking, the mental load of parenting, and the power of no. We love her for her huge heart and how real and honest she keeps it – and we know you’ll walk away feeling the same! Thank you to our sponsors: Talkspace: www.talkspace.com code: LIVING for $100 off your first month Encantos - code LIVING for 3 additional months free when you sign up for an annual subscription Produced by Dear Media.
11/1/2021 • 44 minutes, 55 seconds
34: Tips and toys to get our kids talking with speech-language pathologist @playtalklove
This week, we’re talking to Chelsea Swopes from @playtalklove all about the simple things we can do to get our kids talking. Chelsea is a pediatric speech-language pathologist and a mama to two little ones. She specializes in the development of speech and language skills for children 0-3 years old, and today, she’s sharing all her knowledge, tips, and practical strategies around how we can help foster our kids’ speech development from a young age. Whether you're wanting to know the simple things you can do everyday to help your babies and kids talk, which toys you may want to avoid for the sake of language development, or which milestones you should be looking out for, you won’t want to miss this interview with Chelsea! Thank you to our sponsors: Talkspace: www.talkspace.com code: LIVING for $100 off your first month Lumineux: www.oralessentials.com code: LIVING for 15% off your first order LMNT: www.drinkLMNT.com/LIVING for free LMNT sample pack Inkey List: www.theinkeylist.com to create your personalized skincare routine Produced by Dear Media.
