Motherhood Radio/TV
Overcoming Mom Shame: The #StopMomShaming Solution (Episode 82)
Co-founders of Mom.Life App, Charong Chow & DeeAnna McPherson, and I talking about overcoming mom shame.
If you’re a mom, you’ve experienced it–unwanted advice, criticism, or even shaming about your parenting style, choices, or lifestyle that leaves you feeling devastated. And chances are, you’ve experienced this mom-shaming from other moms. Why are we so hard on one another? And why are we so hard on ourselves? My guests, Dee Anna McPherson and Charong Chow, creators of the popular Mom.Life app (http://mom.life/i/drchristihibbert), are on a mission to stop mom shaming and help all moms find the safe and uplifting networks of true, un-judging support we all need. Together, we’re sharing solutions to overcome mom shame, as part of the Mom.Life app’s #StopMomShaming campaign. An important episode that will help us all remember we’re not alone, we’re doing the best we can, and we can, and must, support one another in this incredible, challenging experience we call Motherhood. Be sure to share with a friend, and then visit my related post, “Overcoming Mom Shame: #StopMomShaming Solutions (Q & A from Mom.Life app)” here. And don’t forget to download the FREE Mom.Life App here http://mom.life/i/drchristihibbert, to follow me and join the #StopMomShaming movement! Watch the YouTube video of this episode here
Parenting Teens (Episode 81)
Myrna Haskell, author & editor of Sanctuary magazine, & me, having fun on this episode!
Parenting is tough enough, but once they hit the teenage years, it can feel like your world has been flipped upside down! From changes in hormones, to changes in the brain, teenagers are bombarded with physical and emotional shifts that can impact not only their lives, but parents and the whole family as well. How can you help your teen navigate adolescence not only safely, but with mutual compassion, love, and stronger relationships? My guest, Myrna Haskell, writer and author of “Lions and Tigers and Teens!” is here to share the skills of relating, bonding with, and understanding teenagers. We’re sharing our top strategies for how to build strong relationships with your teen before adolescence begins and keep those ties strong and flourishing well into young adulthood. Whether you have a teen or someday will, this is one episode you don’t want to miss. For more, visit “Parenting Teens: Am I Doing Good Enough?”. Watch the YouTube video of this episode here.
Infant Massage: Bonding & Building Relationships with Baby (& Beyond)
Infant massage specialist Marija Eanes.
From the moment a child is born, a dance begins–the dance of bonding, attachment, and building a relationship. One of the most powerful ways to begin this dance is through touch. As we learn to identify, tune in to, and soothe our child, physically and emotionally, we are not only laying a foundation for a strong communication throughout his/her life; we also find comfort, stress relief, and empowerment as mothers. Today, I’m talking with infant massage instructor Marija Eanes (www.lovinghandsbabymassage.com), who says the principles of infant massage can not only help us calm and soothe our babies; they are principles we can apply as children grow–to foster connection, strengthen mother-child relationships, and truly empower us in our parenting role. From baby to beyond, tune in and learn how you can “slow down,” tune in, and grow with your child. And for more on parenting & relationships, read “4 Ways We Learn to Parent, and the Good News about your Parenting Potential“. Watch the YouTube video of this episode here.
Happy Mom: Blocks to Happiness & Skills to Overcome
Becky Squires, blogger/creator of Make Mine Happy.
Are you happy? If not, what’s blocking your happiness? As moms, it can be challenging to keep up with responsibilities and schedules, get little to no sleep, and still feel happy all the time. But happiness in motherhood isn’t a constant state, but rather is found in the moments. My guest, Becky Squire, writer of the “Make Mine Happy” blog (www.makeminehappy.com) and mom of 4 has been working on building happiness, and has some strategies to share. Becky outlines some of the most powerful blocks to happiness in motherhood, and together, we discuss the skills to overcome them. Get ready to increase your “happy” in today’s uplifting episode! For more tips on increasing happiness in motherhood, visit www.drchristinahibbert.com/mom-mental-…time-video/. Watch the YouTube video of this episode here.
Lean In to your Full Potential!
Today’s fabulous guest, Susy Kilby, on reaching your true potential.
As a busy mom, do you sometimes feel like you don’t know what your true potential even is? It’s a new year, and that means time think about goals, dreams, personal transformation. From physical goals to emotional, social, or spiritual goals, if we want to live the life of which we dream, we first need to tap into our true potential, and I’m ready to show you how. Guest Susy Kilby (www.susykilby.com) is here to teach us how to rediscover and “lean in” to this potential, which every one of us has. All you have to do is listen, take note, and believe, and you’ll be living to your full potential in no time! For more, visit “Living a Life of Meaning & Purpose: The Key to True Happiness“. Watch the YouTube video of this episode here.
Reflective Parenting: Do Less & Relate More with your Kids
Author of The Reflective Parent, Dr. Regina Solis.
When it comes to parenting, it’s easy to feel like we don’t know what we’re doing. Even parenting “experts” or family offer advice that can confuse us even more. But my guest today, Dr. Regina Pally, psychiatrist and author of the new book “The Reflective Parent” (books.wwnorton.com/books/The-Reflective-Parent/), is here to show us how to do less and relate more with our children. Regina offers time-tested counsel that will help you realize you’re doing enough, and to inspire and guide you in how to develop your relationship with your children. Get ready to view parenting in a whole new light–one that will ease your burdens, provide the skills you need, and enrich your parent-child relationship(s)! For more parenting help, check out “Parenting Success: It’s More About the Parent than the Child” (www.drchristinahibbert.com/parenting-s…than-child/). Watch the YouTube video of this episode here.
Holiday Stress & Relationship Survival Guide
No time is more stressful for mothers than the holidays. Not only is normal life still happening, but we add on shopping, decorating, parties, sick kids, events, and a million school/extracurricular activities. No wonder we’re beat come Christmas or Hanukkah! Today, I’m answering your questions on how to overcome the stress of the season, including how to feel holiday joy when you’re going through a rough time, how to deal with family drama, creative ways to preserve your finances, and more. Tune in, know you’re not alone, and then put these time-tested strategies to use to reduce stress and increase your holiday peace and joy! Also, Enter to win in my “Motherhood Essentials: 5 Days of Giveaways”! Add yourself to our Facebook group to enter & then visit the daily posts for instructions on how to win! (www.facebook.com/groups/motherhoodessentials/)! And for more holiday stress support, check out “5 Gifts of Meaning” (www.drchristinahibbert.com/more-meanin…of-meaning/), “Light the World” (www.drchristinahibbert.com/lightthewor…-love-grow/) & “How to feel more Peace & Joy this Holiday” (www.drchristinahibbert.com/holiday-str…his-season/).
The Power and Path of Forgiveness
Forgiveness is something we all need–both to give and to receive–and yet something we all struggle with at times. How can we forgive others when they hurt or wrong us, and how can we forgive ourselves when we do the same? As mothers, forgiveness is essential, but too often we struggle to know how to truly work through, heal, and let go. Today, I’m talking with Dr. Robert Enright, pioneering researcher of forgiveness, about the power of forgiveness and how we can heal from even the most painful wounds. Dr. Enright is also sharing tools from his groundbreaking program and his book “8 Keys to Forgiveness.” To forgive is to let your own burdens go. Make this episode a priority, listen, do the work, and then pass it on. Visit internationalforgiveness.com/ or www.drchristinahibbert.com for more.
The Art of Living Extraordinarily
What does it mean to live an extraordinary life? Do you believe YOU are meant to do so? My guest, Briana Johnson, creator of The Lifebeats podcast and blog (www.thelifebeatsproject.com) believes you are, and I agree! Briana and I share some of our personal experiences with choosing the extraordinary life in today’s episode. We’re talking about not only the good, but the hard times of life, how to overcome them, and how these are often the impetuous for extraordinary personal growth, meaning, and purpose in life. We’re also sharing some of our best strategies to practice “the art of living extraordinarily”. So, settle in, listen and get ready to be inspired! And be sure to visit my post, “Living a life of Meaning & Purpose” for more inspiration and tools! (www.drchristinahibbert.com/living-a-li…-happiness/)
8 Keys to End Bullying
Bullying is a hot topic these days. Hot because it’s important, because kids deserve better than to feel powerless in their own schools, homes, and lives. As parents, it can be challenging to know how to handle bullying–whether your child is the bullied, or the bully. How do we talk with our kids about it? Deal with other parents about it? How can we give our children the skills they need to stand up to bullies and be advocates for themselves and others? My guest, Signe Whitson, counselor and author of “8 Keys to End Bullying” [books.wwnorton.com/books/8-Keys-to-End-Bullying/] is here to show us how. Signe is sharing her 8 keys in this powerful episode, including practical “how-to’s” for parents, children and teachers. Together, we can end bullying! We just need the tools to know how, and that’s what this episode is all about. For more parenting skills and tools, please visit www.drchristinahibbert.com/parenting-s…ing-skills/.