In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jennaca Cotton, a Professor of Education and Literary Specialist, for a deep dive into play-based parenting. We talk about the importance of play in early childhood, why academics shouldn’t be pushed too soon , and how parents can take the pressure off themselves when it comes to their child’s development. Dr. Cotton shares practical tips on how to encourage independent play, why reading to your child is absolutely essential, and her honest take on screen time. Plus, the best toys that help support development!

Key Takeaway / Points:

• How play positively impacts your child’s development, cognitive learning, and growth

• The power of independent play and letting your child explore and entertain themselves

• Advice for parents on how to transition from play time to serious

• How to ready your kid for kindergarten

• The truth about battery-operated toys

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In this episode, I dive into what the f*ck is happening to my body during weeks 8-11 (which are always the hardest weeks for me) during my third pregnancy. I cover every detail from eating every possible second to avoid nausea, to extreme pregnancy exhaustion, to starting Zofran and it changing my life, to experiencing constipation from said medication. I talk about the relief of finally being able to announce my pregnancy, the insane amount of time that pregnant women have to spend at the doctor’s office, and overall not feeling my best during these difficult weeks of the first trimester.

Key Takeaway / Points:

• Pregnancy exhaustion and intense naps

• Surviving on saltine crackers and sour candy, coffee aversions, & body shakes

• How taking Zofran saved me from my nausea

• Details around announcing my pregnancy

• Difficulty keeping up with hygiene, self-care, and no longer fitting in my clothes

• The conflicting emotions of feeling gratitude while also struggling during pregnancy

  
  

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In this episode, I sit down with Kylie Kelce to talk about balancing it all, from her career to motherhood to navigating the spotlight as a part of the Kelce family. Kylie keeps it real on why she started her hit podcast, Not Gonna Lie, how she and Jason are intentionally creating a “normal” life for their kids, and the importance of keeping her children grounded. We also have an honest conversation about our pregnancy and postpartum experiences, gender disappointment, and why Kylie decided to openly share her story of pregnancy loss. Plus, we talk about the importance of women in sports, building strong female friendships, and how she’s living her life unfiltered!

Key Takeaway / Points:

• Setting the record straight on her podcast, Not Gonna Lie

• Navigating her family’s fame as someone who doesn’t like to be the center of attention

• On raising four daughters

• Pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood honesty

• The emotions that come with gender disappointment

• Fangirling over female athletes and role models

• Coloring confessionals: go-to Wawa order, cursing in front of kids, the best beach at the Shore, and her favorite date night with Jason

Listen to her podcast Not Gonna Lie HERE

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