So She Grows - Kicking Mom Guilt, Growing Your Marriage, Owning Your Motherhood, and LOVING Who God Created You To Be!
309 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 71 ratingsHey Friend! Are you a mama who wants to stop just getting by? Maybe you're motivated to grow yourself in motherhood, marriage and you want it to bear fruit or maybe you want to stop letting the mom guilt, shame, and limiting beliefs and lies..and start stepping into the woman & the truth that God has created you to be while we're juggling all the things. Nursing a baby, battling laundry, trying to keep it together, and a spicy marriage! But where do we start?! What's up sister, I'm here to hold your hand through this journey because I believe when you're ready to take control of your life, beat the limiting excuses and step into the woman God created you to be, you can not only survive BUT YOU CAN THRIVE! But you're going to have to show up for yourself! It's time for me to tough love your way to taking self care seriously, investing & growing in your marriage, owning your motherhood, and getting rid of excuses. Because the glow is in the journey, it's in the mess! In this podcast you'll find navigating mom guilt, mindset & marriage strategies, mom life, and everything in between. With no fluff and lot's of fun! Let's Go!
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Monday Mini- Trust Your Intuition
November 18, 2019 11:00 - 3 minutes - 4.81 MBMom to Mom, sometimes we need to hear the things we already know, from a mom friend. So here I am friend! Reminding you of the truths you need to hear to have a great week. https://www.instagram.com/theashcarroll https://www.theashcarroll.com
Family Gratitude Challenge Day 4
November 15, 2019 11:00 - 2 minutes - 3.28 MBAs the Holidays are quickly approaching, we're already feeling the pressure. So In an attempt to keep my family's heads on straight during this busy season I wanted to let you come along on our Family Gratitude Challenge from now until Christmas! Join us with your family discuss each daily gratitude prompt with each other! https://www.instagram.com/theashcarroll https://www.theashcarroll.com
Family Gratitude Challenge Day 3
November 14, 2019 18:00 - 1 minute - 2.12 MBAs the Holidays are quickly approaching, we're already feeling the pressure. So In an attempt to keep my family's heads on straight during this busy season I wanted to let you come along on our Family Gratitude Challenge from now until Christmas! Join us with your family, your spouse or your friends and discuss each daily gratitude prompt with each other! https://www.instagram.com/theashcarroll https://www.theashcarroll.com
Alternative Approach to Baby Sleep w/Eliza Parker - Crying in Arms
November 14, 2019 02:34 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBEliza Parker shares with us an alternative to sleep training. This approach by Aware Parenting focuses more on the cry and why we should look at our baby's crying as a form of communication and how we can use that towards better nights rest for all! https://www.conciousbaby.com/sleep https://www.instagram.com/theashcarroll https://www.theashcarroll.com
Family Gratitude Challenge Day 2
November 13, 2019 18:00 - 1 minute - 2.09 MBAs the Holidays are quickly approaching, we're already feeling the pressure. So In an attempt to keep my family's heads on straight during this busy season I wanted to let you come along on our Family Gratitude Challenge from now until Christmas! Join us with your family, your spouse or your friends and discuss each daily gratitude prompt with each other! https://www.instagram.com/theashcarroll https://www.theashcarroll.com
Family Gratitude Challenge - Favorite Place in the House
November 12, 2019 18:01 - 3 minutes - 4.98 MBAs the Holidays are quickly approaching, we're already feeling the pressure. So In an attempt to keep my family's heads on straight during this busy season I wanted to let you come along on our Family Gratitude Challenge from now until Christmas! Join us with your family, your spouse or your friends and discuss each daily gratitude prompt with each other! https://www.instagram.com/theashcarroll https://www.theashcarroll.com
Moms Need Sleep Too
November 06, 2019 19:23 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBWe spend so much time as mothers worrying, planning, and implementing techniques to get our babies to sleep...but WHAT ABOUT US?! We need sleep too! And as I am experiencing sleep deprivation myself I am sharing with you my tools on how I plan on moving forward to help get some more rest. Don't forget to share with a tired mama who could benefit from this epsiode! https://www.instagram.com/theashcarroll www.theashcarroll.com
Helping Infants, Toddlers, and Your Family Get Back to Sleep With Ali Mehlmann
October 30, 2019 10:00 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBStep by step guide on getting your littles back to sleep with Registered Nurse Ali Mehlmann, who is extremely gifted in helping parents with the struggles of getting their children to sleep through the night. https://www.theashcarroll.com https://www.instagram.com/theashcarroll
Getting Your Kids to do Chores Without Nagging with Mother Like a Boss' Kendra Hennessy
October 24, 2019 16:33 - 43 minutes - 60 MBTHROWBACK! This episode originally aired Oct, 2018. Mother Like a Boss' Kendra Hennessy is laying it down for the mamas who are tired of feeling like it's a struggle to get their children involved in the care of their home and chores. Tune in! This is Good! theashcarroll.com @theashcarroll
Get Out of a Funk and Reset Your Day
October 23, 2019 17:56 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBWe all have those days where we wake up on the wrong side of the bed or it just feels like you're in a funky weird mood that's going to stick with you all day. I hate those days! But they're gonna happen! So what can we do about it? I'm sharing in today's episode, so make sure you tune in and share with a friend who needs to hear this! theashcarroll.com @theashcarroll
8 Things Every Mom Needs to Hear
October 17, 2019 01:32 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBLet me breath a little life into you today and remind you of a few things you need to hear :) I see you mama and I want you to walk away from this episode feeling' a little lighter. theashcarroll.com @theashcarroll
Busy Moms Need Systems
October 02, 2019 15:36 - 20 minutes - 28.9 MBMost of us run around trying to figure out how to get it all done in a day. Or we wait till the last minute. Today I am sharing the TOP 5 things we need to make a system for, how to do it and the resources to help you get it done. If you want the Busy Moms Need Systems Master List with all the things we talked about in this episode in ONE PLACE so it's easy for you to create your own system email, DM or Comment me and say "I want the systems master list!" [email protected] www.i...
Mama's a Cell Phone Hypocrite - Finding a Balance With Screens&Phones
September 25, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MBWhen it comes to using phones we can sometimes be hypocrites. Limiting our kid's screen times, meanwhile spending hours falling down the black hole of social media and mindless scrolling. So what is a mama to do?! Here are some tips to manage your phone time that actually works! theashcarroll.com @theashcarroll
The 4th Trimester/Our Baby is HERE!!!
September 18, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBOur baby boy is finally in our arms!!! Today's convo is about the 4th Trimester and some tips to survive it. Make sure you check out the blog for the best postpartum items you'll need for a great recovery and what to expect from your body during the 4th trimester! www.theashcarroll.com @theashcarroll on instagram
Surviving the First Day of Kindergarten
August 14, 2019 10:00 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBKindergarten is rough (mostly on mamas) but it can be on our kiddos too. Here are some tips to get prepared for the first day of Kinder so you both can have a smooth first day...let's hope anyway ;) The site I reference in the episode is anxioustoddlers.coom and search first day of kindergarten theashcarroll.com @theashcarroll
Surviving the First Day of Kindergarten
August 14, 2019 10:00 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBKindergarten is rough (mostly on mamas) but it can be on our kiddos too. Here are some tips to get prepared for the first day of Kinder so you both can have a smooth first day...let's hope anyway ;) The site I reference in the episode is anxioustoddlers.coom and search first day of kindergarten theashcarroll.com @theashcarroll
Preparing for Maternity Leave
July 31, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 32.5 MBNot so typical maternity leave preparation tips for the working and stay at home mama! theashcarroll.com
Large Family Parenting & Sibling Age Gaps w/Moms Who Know Podcast Host Chanelle Neilson
July 24, 2019 18:50 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MBMoms Who Know podcast host Chanelle Neilson is talking about coming from a large family, raising a large family, some tips and tricks and sibling age gaps. theashcarroll.com
Summer Working Mom Guilt
July 18, 2019 02:06 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MBBeing a working mom is hard. And sometimes the sunscreen, reminiscent chlorine smell, and poolside selfies can make the job as a working mom harder. I am sharing my thoughts on summer working mom guilt as well as some tips to overcome it. theashcarroll.com
Marriage: Fighting Doesn't Mean You're Failing
July 11, 2019 02:08 - 8 minutes - 12.2 MBA recent video posted by Goalcast inspired me to talk about when I used to feel like my husband and I were fighting too much. Or that we were failing because we fought. Here are some thoughts on fighting when your married.
Debt Free Family w/ Financial Coach Jessi Fearon
June 26, 2019 11:42 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBConquering debt as a family of five, Financial Coach Jessi Fearon shares some tips on how they got it done and how we can change our mindset to becoming debt free too! theashcarroll.com @theashcarroll on Instagram
Debt Free Family w/ Financial Coach Jessi Fearon
June 26, 2019 11:42 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBConquering debt as a family of five, Financial Coach Jessi Fearon shares some tips on how they got it done and how we can change our mindset to becoming debt free too! theashcarroll.com @theashcarroll on Instagram
Hyperemesis & Advocating for Yourself
June 19, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MBMy 3rd round with Hyperemesis Gravidarum during pregnancy and how you can advocate for your wellness if you end up having Hyperemesis too.
Decluttering like Marie Kondo
February 01, 2019 11:00 - 25 minutes - 35.8 MBSo Marie Kondo has hit our home and you're all hyped up to declutter and get organized. So now what? I'm sharing some practical steps to getting it done stress free.
Surprise Pregnancy Announcement
January 25, 2019 14:52 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBMarriage Full Disclosure: Let's Talk About Sex
January 16, 2019 11:00 - 58 minutes - 81.4 MBIn another episode of Marriage Full Disclosure the hubs and I are getting real about sex when you're married. How much is enough? How do you feel like you want it? What about the kids barging in?
Marriage Full Disclosure: Romance And Marriage Real Talk
January 09, 2019 11:00 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MBMarriage Full Disclosure: Another episode in the series talking about the reality of romance when you're married and how we keep things going To support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/ittakesavillagepodcast Follow @theashcarroll on instagram theashcarroll.com
Marriage Full Disclosure: Are Husbands Babysitters?
January 02, 2019 11:00 - 26 minutes - 37 MBMarriage Full Disclosure Series: Our thoughts on the idea of husbands as babysitters for their own kids and why it shouldn't be a bonus that they watch the kids.
Making and Keeping New Years Resolutions
December 30, 2018 21:15 - 8 minutes - 13.1 MBMaking New Years Resolutions can be hard. I'm sharing some tips I'll be using in this next year to make and keep mine!
Handling the Holidays
December 19, 2018 11:00 - 15 minutes - 22.6 MBThe Holidays can be so wonderful and yet so stressful. Today I am sharing my experience with the Holiday Blues or aka Holiday Anxiety and how we can better prepare for it.
Marriage Full Disclosure: Friends of the Opposite Sex?
December 12, 2018 15:04 - 30 minutes - 43 MBThis episode is the start of the Marriage Full Disclosure series!!! The hubs is hopping on the podcast with me to talk about having friends of the opposite sex when married. Should you or shouldn't you?
Save your Sanity-End Picky Eating and Is Food Causing Our Kid's Health Issues?
December 05, 2018 11:00 - 39 minutes - 55.1 MBEnd the war at dinner time! If you are a mom who's making a different meal for each child, on the chicken nugget only struggle bus, or maybe you just want your kiddos to try new foods - this is for you mama! theashcarroll.com
Disciplining our Little Ones w/ Nina Garcia
November 21, 2018 11:00 - 36 minutes - 51.1 MBMaybe you’re fed up with your child’s outbursts and wonder how many tantrums is too much or want to address misbehavior with empathy and patience, Nina Garcia is sharing all the deets to deal with your Three-Nager.
Talking to Our Daughters About Puberty
November 14, 2018 11:00 - 11 minutes - 16.6 MBAre you ready for this? Our Little girls are growing up! Here's how to handle puberty, the talks and all the things! theashcarroll.com
Leakage & Pelvic Floor Probs After Baby w/ Catherine Middlebrooks
November 07, 2018 11:00 - 37 minutes - 52.3 MBMotherhood gives us so many little special gifts lol. For most of the mamas listening you can relate to trying not to wet ourselves whenever we sneeze, jump on the trampoline or workout. Need some tips mama?! This episode has them!
Survivng The End of Daylight Savings Time
October 31, 2018 10:00 - 6 minutes - 9.24 MBYou'll get an extra hour of sleep they said!!! Want to actually SLEEP IN this year..or at least not at 5am? Tune in! I'm sharing some tips to help keep those kiddos in bed! theashcarroll.com
How Do We Stop The Yelling? What is Peaceful Parenting? w/ Dr. Laura Markham
October 24, 2018 12:00 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MBDr. Laura Markham Best Selling Author, mama and Clinical Psychologist at Columbia University, is sharing her tips on how we can stop the yelling in our households and start connecting when we parent.
Why We Decided to Watch 13 Reasons Why
October 17, 2018 10:00 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MBWe had all the reasons why we would never ever watch 13 Reasons Why. And just this year, we did. I'm sharing what made us decide to watch it. theashcarroll.com
6 Ways to Survive the School Year
October 10, 2018 10:00 - 14 minutes - 20.8 MBThe school year can be rough for any mom. Whether you're a working mama or a stay at home mama; here are some tips to surviving the school year! theashcarroll.com
Getting Your Kids to do Chores & Modern Homemaking w/ Kendra Hennessey
October 03, 2018 10:00 - 43 minutes - 60.5 MBKendra Hennessey is the boss mom when it comes to managing all the home things and getting her whole family involved. If you feel overwhelmed, like you're doing it all and you want that to change..LISTEN IN! ittakesavillagepodcast.com
One Year After Miscarriage
September 26, 2018 10:00 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MB**Disclaimer - Trigger Alert** For those who have experienced loss, this is my story. It's been a year since we lost our baby to miscarriage and I am sharing my thoughts.
Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself
September 20, 2018 10:00 - 8 minutes - 12.8 MBWith all the after school activities, working over time, grinding on that 9-5, getting dinner on the table and ALL THE THINGS. Do yourself a solid and check yourself before you wreck yourself.
How to Make Mom Friends with Christina Tinker
September 12, 2018 10:00 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MBMaking mom friends is hard! We are talking tips on meeting mom friends in your area and how to make new friends after a move!
30 Questions to Ask Your Kids Afterschool
September 05, 2018 10:00 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MBto read the blog post version of this episode go to theashcarroll.com
Pornography in The Marriage
August 29, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MBJanna Denton Howes is back for one more episode. And I am so grateful she was brave enough to be so transparent to speak on pornography in the marriage and how her and her husband navigated through it all.
Wanting Sex More, Libido, and How to Have Better Intimacy in Your Marriage
August 22, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 85.2 MBJanna Denton-Howes is a professionally trained Marriage Coach who is known for her popular program, 30 Days To Wanting It More". Affectionately called, "Chief Libido Officer" and "Husband Whisperer" by her participants and coaching clients, Janna not only helps married women take sex off their to-do lists but brings couples back to each other.
The Empowered Mom- Putting Your oxygen mask on first, prioritizing time, mom guilt..w/Lisa Druxman
August 15, 2018 10:00 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MBLisa Druxman founder of Fit4Mom - Stroller Strides, Body Back & Fit4Baby is on the podcast today sharing her best advice! Don't Forget to Share This Episode!
The Show Up Moms
August 08, 2018 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.24 MBYou can find the original blog post here: theashcarroll.com/blog/what-kind-of-mom-are-you
Breaking the Cycle of Teen Suicide w/ Jane Merskey Leder
August 01, 2018 10:00 - 37 minutes - 52.6 MBAuthor Jane Merskey Leeder and I talk about the serious issue going on, of teen suicide. Which to my surprise, is not only happening in our children's high schools but also a growing number for middle school aged children as well.