This Mom Loves
58 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsA lifestyle podcast with guest interviews, books, finance, beauty, health, parenting and more!
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Ep 58: Jennifer Singh, CEO of She’s Newsworthy Media
November 10, 2020 05:58 - 32 minutes - 75.2 MBMy special guest this week is Jennifer Singh: former TV reporter, current CEO of She's Newsworthy Media where she offers PR strategy and media coaching. We talk about her career pivot, the impact of COVID-19, working from home, how women can step up and use their voices (in business or otherwise), allyship and inclusive marketing...and more! You can find Jennifer Singh and She's Newsworthy Media on the web, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, and you can also join the She's Newsworthy Media Suc...
Ep 57: The Juggling Mother Author Amanda D. Watson
October 28, 2020 01:34 - 43 minutes - 98.6 MBAmanda D. Watson, author of The Juggling Mother: Coming Undone in the Age of Anxiety, is here to discuss her area of expertise! We talk about media representations of juggling mothers (in TV, movies, commercials) and who's left out of them, plus I ask Amanda about her own little ones, her thoughts on all of the "mommy needs a drink" memes, the role of influencers in both normalizing and easing the burden on moms (plus she shares one of her favourite accounts to follow) and the impact of COVID...
Ep 56: Carolyn MacKenzie of Global’s The Morning Show
October 13, 2020 12:19 - 42 minutes - 98 MBThis week I'm chatting with Carolyn MacKenzie, cohost of Global's The Morning Show - who is usually the one asking me the questions! We talk about pivoting to do the show from home during COVID, her recent rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis, how her kids are doing back in school, what insider info she can give us about her cohost Jeff McArthur, how she handles social media negativity, women in broadcasting that she admires, and she even surprises me with a future career dream! Also in this episo...
Ep 55: Dr. Liza Egbogah, Celebrity Body & Posture Expert
September 29, 2020 04:16 - 38 minutes - 89.2 MBIt's impossible to share all of Dr. Liza Egbogah's titles in the same breath: chiropractor and manual osteopath, designer of Dr. Liza shoes and bags (both comfortable and gorgeous), clinical director of the[fix] in Toronto (her "Face Fix" treatment is on my wish list)...oh, and she's a mom too. In this interview we talk about some of her celebrity clients (the ones she's allowed to mention), her beautiful bags and shoes (I own two pairs), how she became an expert contributor for TV, and even...
Ep 54: Erin Flynn of Cladwell
September 15, 2020 04:40 - 57 minutes - 133 MBThis week I'm chatting with Cladwell cofounder and CEO Erin Flynn - I have the Cladwell personal styling app and use it all the time! We discuss purging closets (she took hers from 450 items to 75!), shopping intentionally (and how "planned obsolescence" and "perceived obsolescence" keep us shopping), the impact of COVID-19 on business, how to make the most of Cladwell and more! Also in this episode I recommend two controversial books that I enjoyed (and delve into some of the controversy): ...
Ep 53: Melissa Grelo of The Social and marQ Designs
September 01, 2020 04:26 - 49 minutes - 113 MBThis week on the podcast Melissa Grelo, cohost of The Social and cofounder of marQ Designs, is here talking about filming the show from home, the post-COVID future of TV, her experience as a woman of colour, anti-racism allyship (genuine vs performative), why she left her teaching career for television,what's coming next for her gender-neutral kids' clothing line, how The Social has changed over seven seasons, her pandemic puppy...and more! Also in this episode, I recommend three great nonfi...
Ep 52: Finance Expert Pattie Lovett-Reid
August 18, 2020 04:05 - 46 minutes - 106 MBWe're back from our COVID-19/summer hiatus and starting out strong with a conversation with the very kind and gracious Pattie Lovett-Reid, Chief Financial Commentator for CTV News. In this chat we cover a huge range of topics: COVID real estate, investments, setbacks and supports; choosing charities, talking to kids about money, her role with CTV and the (sometimes self-imposed) pressure on women in television plus embracing her natural curls this summer! Pattie also answers listener question...
Ep 51: Traci Costa of PK Beans on Kids and the Importance of Play
May 06, 2020 04:12 - 36 minutes - 84.2 MBPK Beans founder Traci Costa is here today talking about her kids' clothing business, their fun and educational new subscription box and working at home with her husband and daughters during COVID-19, plus we have a big conversation about kids and the importance of play. What does free play really mean? What is the role of parents, and are they too cautious when it comes to letting kids be outside and explore risky play? Also in this episode: Red Letter Days by Sarah-Jane Stratford Love Wa...
Ep 50: Mabel’s Labels Maven and Mom of Six Julie Cole
April 22, 2020 04:20 - 47 minutes - 108 MBIt's episode 50 and Mabel's Labels maven and mom of six Julie Cole is here! We cover a lot of ground in this conversation: the celebrity customers that her multimillion dollar business has attracted, parenting (before and during COVID-19, including how she mobilizes the older kids to help the younger ones learn at home); organizing schedules, paperwork, clothes, toys and all the "stuff" that comes with a big family; plus being a special needs mom (her oldest child has autism), and I ask her m...
Ep 49: Psychotherapist Kelly Bos helps us through COVID-19 Stressors
April 08, 2020 04:59 - 43 minutes - 98.6 MBPsychotherapist Kelly Bos is here with help for our COVID-19 stressors: working from home, physical distancing, parenting/schooling, health-related anxieties. and more. Also two book recommendations, and on the lighter side of things, how celebrities are handling the "learning at home concept" - HELLO! Canada magazine even asked me for my expert input! Kelly Bos can be found on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and her website; Talk Therapy Podcast is on Instagram. Book recommendations: The For...
Ep 48: Lindsay Sealey on Teen Girls, plus more book recos and a home workout app
March 25, 2020 04:27 - 55 minutes - 128 MBLindsay Sealey, author of Rooted, Resilient, and Ready: Empowering Teen Girls as They Grow is here talking about the big issues: appearance, mental health, phones and social media, friendships, peer pressure...we cover it all! Also in this episode: This Mom Loves x Hidden Gems By Raquel for every bracelet purchased between now and April 24 we will be donating $4 to the food bank - and you're probably going to be shopping online for Mother's Day! In Five Years by Rebecca Serle (the April pi...
Ep 47: Marcy D’Alessandro with Fundraising Tips and Tricks
March 11, 2020 04:59 - 39 minutes - 90 MBMarcy D'Alessandro, Chair of the PRHC Mombassadors, is here sharing fundraising ups and downs, tips and tricks and a pile of ideas that might help you raise money for your cause! We're also talking about a couple of fun upcoming events for the Mombasadors, including their Girls Night Out: A Night in Nashville (...in Peterborough!) Marcy is also the unofficial Prime Minister of the This Mom Loves fan club...a longtime supporter! We talk about more personal connections in our chat too, and you...
Ep 46: Raquel Paulo on the Small Business Side Hustle
February 26, 2020 05:24 - 36 minutes - 84.6 MBRaquel Paulo of Hidden Gems By Raquel is sharing all her tips and tricks for running a successful business while working a day job and raising kids! We talk about her highs and lows and everything in between, and of course also discuss our brand new bracelet collaboration, This Mom Loves x Hidden Gems by Raquel! Also in this episode: Followers: A Novel By Megan Angelo - this one is the March pick for the This Mom Loves Virtual Book Club. Interested? Come join us! and I recommend a fabric ...
Ep 45: Special Needs Parenting with Kate Wells and Jane Fitzgerald
February 12, 2020 05:35 - 46 minutes - 107 MBKate Wells and Jane Fitzgerald, each the mom of a child with special needs, are here sharing everything they want other moms to know, and answering a pile of listener questions: how to interact with a child with special needs, how to include them in activities like birthday parties, how all kids can benefit from inclusion and how to answer when your child asks in the grocery store (loudly of course) "What's wrong with him?!" - they're sharing all their thoughts! I love the interviews that I ...
Ep 44: Jessica Lahey on Kids and The Gift of Failure
January 29, 2020 05:53 - 1 hour - 151 MBJessica Lahey, teacher, mom and bestselling author of The Gift of Failure, is here with tons of advice to help our kids become independent and thrive! We cover homework, bullying, rewards, parent/teacher relationships, the importance of free play and her surprise endorsement from Kristen Bell! Jessica also gives us a sneak peek at the fascinating subject of her next book. You can find Jessica Lahey on her website, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and find more info or purchase The Gift of Fa...
Ep 43: Jenn Robertson on the Final Season of Schitt’s Creek
January 15, 2020 05:01 - 28 minutes - 66 MBActress Jenn Robertson (she plays the mayor's wife Jocelyn Schitt on the hit show Schitt's Creek) is answering all our questions about the 6th and final season, as well as talking about her family, favourite things and what's next in her career! Also in this episode: Woman on the Edge by Canadian author Samantha M. Bailey (This was just announced as the February pick for the This Mom Loves Virtual Book Club - come join us!) My Top 10 Blog Posts of 2019 (#1 is closely connected to this ep...
Ep 42: Money Talk with Kelley Keehn
January 03, 2020 21:39 - 33 minutes - 77.2 MBFinancial educator Kelley Keehn is here answering questions about RESPs, online baking safety, why she won't ask us to make a budget, shopaholic strategies, how to talk money with partners and kids and more. Kelley Keehn's website, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter For more information or to purchase Kelley's book Talk Money To Me: Save Well, Spend Some and Feel Good About Your Money Also in this episode: Find Your Pleasure: The Art of Living a More Joyful Life by Cynthia Loyst The movie B...
Ep 41: The Social’s Marci Ien
December 18, 2019 05:14 - 34 minutes - 79.1 MBMarci Ien of CTV's The Social is here to talk Raptors, race, opening up on national television, her IEN LEE shoe line and more! Marci was my very first Momterview on the blog back in 2010 and has continued to be unfailingly kind and generous in the time I have known her. Case in point: we originally recorded this episode months ago but ended up having an issue with the audio and it was unusable...and Marci did not hesitate to agree to record again! Marci Ien on Facebook, Twitter and Instagra...
Ep 40: Holiday Tips Special Edition
December 04, 2019 05:45 - 1 hour - 152 MBThe experts are here with advice to help you survive and thrive this holiday season! Caron Irwin is talking holiday parenting, Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe has holiday health covered, Lisa Orr's taking care of holiday etiquette and Chelsea Montgomery has tips for holiday stress! It's a jam-packed episode that you won't want to miss! Thanks to my editor Lukas Wojcicki!
Ep 39: Dr. Andrea Gelinas, Toronto’s Coolest Dentist, plus Ways To Give Back, DIY Gel Manicures at Home and Suspense Novel Recos
November 20, 2019 05:04 - 46 minutes - 106 MBDr. Andrea Gelinas is a mom and business owner with an eye for design - and she's also been called Toronto's Coolest Dentist! She's here to chat about all of that and more. Also in this episode: ways to give back (you may not have heard of all of them), DIY gel manicures at home and as always, some book recommendations - this time a couple of great suspense novels. For more information on Gelinas Dental Studio, follow them on Instagram and Facebook and visit their website. More details on W...
Ep 38: Home To Win Host Sangita Patel, Nonfiction Recos and Parent/Teacher Interview Tips
November 06, 2019 05:30 - 32 minutes - 75.2 MBSangita Patel, host of Home To Win on HGTV Canada, is here to talk about Season 4 of the show - they're giving away a Home for the Holidays! We also talk about her famous Fitness Tuesdays, parenting our tween/teen girls, racism, travel tips and more! My previous interview with Sangita Patel Find Sangita on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter and her website All the details on Home To Win! Also in this episode: Parent/Teacher Interview True/False: My Segment on The Morning Show How To Ace Y...
Ep 37: Amber Mac on Parenting and Tech & HerTurn, plus Microblading and Wife Books!
October 22, 2019 19:27 - 30 minutes - 34.8 MBTech expert Amber Mac is here talking about screen time, outsmarting your kids online, warning sides of internet trouble, tween/teen platforms, online etiquette and HerTurn, Canada's Online Business Competition Series for Women! You can find Amber on her website, as well as Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Also in this episode: My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing Dear Wife by Kimberly Belle A Good Wife: Escaping the Life I Never Chose by Samra Zafar For more information on my experiences...
Ep 36: Elizabeth Cline on The Conscious Closet, Plus Unwrapped Life, Cladwell and Downton Abbey Books
October 08, 2019 16:00 - 53 minutes - 61.5 MBAuthor Elizabeth Cline is here answering questions about her new book, The Conscious Closet, and offering advice for sustainable fashion. Also in the show, I'm reviewing shampoo and conditioner bars from Canadian company Unwrapped Life as well as Cladwell, your personal stylist right on your device - my new favourite app! We kick off this jam-packed show with some fun Downton Abbey books. You can find Elizabeth Cline on her website as well as Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. For more inform...
Ep 35: Author Gemma Hartley on Women and Emotional Labour
September 25, 2019 05:25 - 46 minutes - 53.3 MBGemma Hartley, author of the book Fed Up: Emotional Labor, Women and the Way Forward is here to delve in to this fascinating subject and offer some advice! For more information or to purchase: Fed Up: Emotional Labor, Woman and the Way Forward by Gemma Hartley You can find Gemma on her website, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Also in this episode: 12 Indigenous Picture Books To Add To Your Collection Own Your Anxiety: 99 Simple Ways To Channel Your Secret Edge by Julian Brass The Bra...
Ep 34: Cheryl Hickey from ET Canada
September 11, 2019 04:14 - 34 minutes - 39.1 MBCheryl Hickey is here to talk parenting, beauty tips (inner and outer), her side hustle, and social media thoughts (including how to get a great photo) plus all the scoop on season 15 of ET Canada on Global! You can find Cheryl on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and ET Canada on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. My first interview with Cheryl Hickey My behind-the-scenes visit to ET Canada with Cheryl Hickey ...and a photo on set from my latest visit, after we sat in the green room to chat...
Ep 33: A Conversation with Sophie Grégoire Trudeau
August 27, 2019 04:17 - 36 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, wife of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, to talk about a range of topics from parenting, mental health and physical activity to fashion, travel and books, as well as several of the causes she supports. She is very open and honest, particularly when talking about her family and the life of a public servant, and I also ask her about any regrets she may have, and what misconceptions people may have of her. In this interview, Sophi...
Ep 32: The Book Lovers’ Special Episode
August 14, 2019 11:17 - 28 minutes - 32.6 MBJam-packed with book recommendations from me and listeners as well as reading tips and tricks (library holds, abandoning books, respecting kids' reading preferences, keeping track of what you've read, e-reading thoughts) and some insider information, this episode is for all the book lovers out there! Just a note that I've also moved to a biweekly episode format in order to continue the show regularly through the school year! The authors I mentioned who have been guests on the show: Jessica...
Ep 31: Women and Friendships with Tracy Condon and Laura Koekkoek (RSWs)
July 31, 2019 04:23 - 52 minutes - 60.5 MBRegistered Social Workers Tracy Condon and Laura Koekkoek of CK Social Work are here to unpack all of the issues associated with women's friendships: making friends, keeping friends, growing apart or breaking up with friends...we covered it all in this fun chat! Thanks to a listener for suggesting this interview topic - what a great idea! - and all those who submitted their questions for Tracy and Laura. I'm also sharing staycation tips and a nonfiction book reco. Just a reminder that if yo...
Ep 30: Ways to Waste Less with Lara Murray plus ADHD Facts You Need To Know
July 24, 2019 04:05 - 54 minutes - 62.7 MBLara Murray is with me to chat about easy, practical ways to produce less waste in your home - or classroom! I'm also sharing 8 ADHD facts that parents should know - even if your child isn't affected by it - and of course a book recommendation! You can find Lara Murray (and all her Norwex products) on Facebook and her website. My book reco: The Valedictorian of Being Dead by Heather B. Armstrong 8 ADHD Facts You Need to Know The past episodes I mentioned with fantastic guest experts: Epi...
Ep 29: Teen changemaker Faith Dickinson, handling professional rejection and a book reco
July 10, 2019 15:55 - 23 minutes - 26.4 MBFaith Dickinson is here talking about launching Cuddles for Cancer at the age of nine (!), winning the Diana Award, attending Harry and Meghan's wedding, how parents can encourage philanthropy and how you're never too young to make a difference! Receiving the Diana Award from Princes William and Harry Cuddles for Cancer on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Faith Dickinson on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter At the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex Also in this episode: The book I r...
Ep 28: Author Laurie Gelman talks “You’ve Been Volunteered”, plus The 5 Love Languages of Children and how to support a friend’s small business for free
July 03, 2019 11:00 - 37 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this episode, author Laurie Gelman talks about her new Class Mom sequel, the hilarious novel You've Been Volunteered, as well as parenting her teen girls, marriage advice (her husband is Live! with Kelly and Ryan executive producer Michael Gelman), what she misses about Canada and more! To purchase or find out more about You've Been Volunteered Laurie Gelman on Instagram and Twitter Also discussed in this episode: The 5 Love Languages of Children (a recap of the 5 languages, how to fig...
Ep 27: Sarah Richardson talks Sarah Off The Grid – Season 2
April 24, 2019 15:08 - 26 minutes - 30.9 MBDesigner Sarah Richardson is here to talk season 2 of Sarah Off the Grid - in the season finale of This Mom Loves! We also chat parenting (our girls are the same ages), sustainable design, Wayfair's very cool image search feature (I wish they had this when we were doing our huge reno!) and Sarah answers some listener questions too! In case you're interested, this was my first interview with Sarah Richardson back in 2010, and this was the one I did from my car in 2017! Also in this episode:...
Ep 26: Siblings Q & A with Parenting Consultant Caron Irwin
April 17, 2019 19:20 - 36 minutes - 41.9 MBCaron Irwin, founder of Roo Parenting, answers questions about siblings: ideal gaps, preparing a child for a sibling, sharing rooms, fighting, birth order theory, twins and more! You can find Caron at Roo Parenting, and on Instagram and Facebook. The "9 Minutes" advice I spotted on Facebook: In the "Favourite Things" segment I attempt to convince you to try massage therapy - or do it more often! Thank you to my podcast editor, Lukas Wojcicki!
Ep 25: Kerrie Hansler from Sweet Reads Box, my thoughts on Girl, Stop Apologizing and why you need nice pictures of yourself
April 10, 2019 19:20 - 32 minutes - 37 MBMom, teacher and Canadian small business owner Kerrie Hansler gives us the scoop on her company, Sweet Reads Box, including the highs and lows of starting a business, how the box contents are selected, and how she fosters a love of reading with her twin boys. You can find more details about Sweet Reads (a really fun box which comes with a novel as well as a drink, treat and item that correspond to it in some way) on their site as well as Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Also in this episode...
Ep 24: Working Mom Consultant Lisa Durante, plus Get To the Doctor Already and TV Behind-the-scenes
April 03, 2019 19:20 - 38 minutes - 44.1 MBLisa Durante is a consultant who empowers moms in the workplace, and she has great insights to share for working moms and the businesses that employ them. You can find Lisa at her website and on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. In this episode I shared some behind-the-scenes details from my recent appearance on The Morning Show in Toronto. I forgot to mention that afterwards, I drove straight home to change, then back to school for the afternoon. The kids were intrigued by my heavy makeup! ...
Ep 23: Ann Douglas on Happy Parents, Happy Kids plus Growth Mindset and a great suspense novel
March 27, 2019 17:46 - 31 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this week's episode, longtime parenting author Ann Douglas answers questions about her fantastic new book, Happy Parents, Happy Kids. Plus, I share my latest read, and chat about growth mindset: what it is, and why you want it for your kids (and yourself). Ann Douglas's new book is Happy Parents, Happy Kids. You can find Ann on her website as well as Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Some Growth Mindset information (from www.biglifejournal.com) Thanks to my podcast editor, Lukas Wojcicki!
Ep 22: Jillian Harris on business strategy, Instagram tips, design mistakes and more
March 20, 2019 17:00 - 29 minutes - 34.1 MBMy very special guest, online lifestyle maven Jillian Harris, answers questions about her business success, her Instagram strategy, the biggest design mistake people make, the misconception people have about her and more! You can find Jillian on her website, as well as Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. The new season of Love It or List It Vancouver premieres April 1st on HGTV Canada. You can find the show on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. In this episode of the podcast I also share my ti...
Ep 21: Miss Minimalist Francine Jay plus Pet Rabbits and Inspirational Message Fatigue
March 13, 2019 19:21 - 30 minutes - 34.6 MBBest-selling author Francine Jay (Miss Minimalist) is here to talk about her new book, and she shares a wealth of ideas for how we can all live more "Lightly". Also in the show, I talk about our sweet Thumper (and I'm not even a pet lover!) as well as inspirational message fatigue. You can find Francine Jay on her website, Miss Minimalist, as well as on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. I'm following her everywhere! Her new book is Lightly: How To Live a Simple, Serene and Stress-Free Life....
Ep 20: A Conversation with Global’s Farah Nasser, plus Productivity Tips
March 06, 2019 16:38 - 45 minutes - 52.4 MBFarah Nasser, anchor of Global News Hour and Global News at Noon, talks about her career, including her recent TEDx Talk, being a Muslim woman on television and declining a big TV offer in the US. She also opens up about family and her difficult road to motherhood, as well as her latest #momfail and #momwin. Also in this episode, I share my favourite productivity tips and a couple of book recommendations - of course! When I met Farah and her coanchor Alan Carter in 2015, she was pregnant wit...
Ep 19: A Favourite Things Special – the Listeners’ Edition
February 27, 2019 20:46 - 16 minutes - 18.5 MBIn this episode, I share all of the favourite things that my amazing listeners sent in, plus of course a few of my own - including an easy way to choose between me and I! The books I recommended: The Suspect by Fiona Barton The Temp by Michelle Frances An Anonymous Girl by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen Please remember that it means so much if you rate and/or review This Mom Loves wherever you listen to podcasts. Much appreciated! Thanks to my wonderful editor Lukas Wojcicki!
Ep 18: Special guest Natalie MacMaster talks music, marriage, parenting, faith and more, plus I discuss the power of a lunchtime walk
February 06, 2019 13:30 - 49 minutes - 57.2 MBAward-winning fiddler Natalie MacMaster (also a mom of seven) talks music, marriage, parenting, faith and her dream collaboration - let's spread the word to make it happen! I also share a meaningful film and the power of a lunchtime walk! It's particularly fun to interview a friend for the podcast (and to do it in person), and Natalie MacMaster fans will enjoy hearing her speak so openly throughout the in-depth episode! You can find more about Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy and their fami...
Ep 17: Special guest Cityline host Tracy Moore plus the perfect gift for a new mom
January 30, 2019 20:44 - 30 minutes - 69.8 MBA great gift idea for a new mom, and an interview with Cityline host Tracy Moore: social media, body shaming, racism, parenting and 10 years on Cityline...we cover it all! Plus you don't want to miss her "favourite thing"! You can find Tracy Moore on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Cityline can also be found on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and the show website. Here's a link to all the details about the perfect gift for a new mom. The book I recommended was Better by Amy Robach. Thanks...
Ep 16: Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe answers health questions, plus my take on Tidying Up with Marie Kondo
January 23, 2019 20:57 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MBAll of your women's health questions answered (even the ones I blushed while repeating) by Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe, plus I (a declutterer since forever) share my thoughts on the new hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. Some helpful links from Dr. Sheila: Unlock Food Menopause handout Fertility resources Dr. Sheila's article on infertility and navigating the system Article on miscarriage and hope You can find Dr. Sheila on Instagram and Twitter. The book I recommended in th...
Ep 15: Melissa Leong’s Money Advice, Giving Public Compliments plus Book Recos
January 16, 2019 21:07 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBFinance expert and writer Melissa Leong answers all our money questions, why you should give public compliments, and nonfiction from Michelle Obama and Molly Bloom. You can find Melissa Leong on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and her website. Her fantastic new book is Happy Go Money: Spend Smart, Save Right and Enjoy Life. My book recommendations: Becoming by Michelle Obama Molly's Game by Molly Bloom Thanks to my editor Lukas Wojcicki!
Ep 14: Guest Meredith Kirk, Reading to Big Kids and 6 Ways to Simplify Life
January 09, 2019 20:23 - 45 minutes - 63 MBMeredith Kirk chats about interior design (she gets the credit for my big reno), real estate, parenting, faith and celebrity gossip culture (she's also the sister of retired NHLer Mike Fisher and sister-in-law of country singer Carrie Underwood). Plus I share six ways to simplify life (I'm all about simplifying!) and reasons why we should keep reading to our big kids - with book suggestions! You can find Meredith Kirk on Instagram and Facebook. If you want some first-person (i.e., not tablo...
Ep 13: Sleep Expert Alanna McGinn, dealing with lice, social media cleanouts and my heated vest
January 03, 2019 14:16 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBSleep consultant Alanna McGinn answers all your questions, from newborn sleep right through tips for adults. I share advice for handling head lice, as well as how I do a social media cleanout every once in a while...plus I talk about my new heated vest! For more information on Alanna McGinn: Good Night Sleep Site, Instagram, Facebook This Girl Loves Sleep Podcast Here's my full post about How To Treat Head Lice The apps I use to clean out my social media accounts are Crowdfire for Twitte...
Ep 12: Eating Out with Kids, Abandoning Books and a Jam-Packed Ask Me Anything (Season Finale)
December 13, 2018 01:31 - 46 minutes - 107 MBEating out with kids, abandoning books and a jam-packed ask me anything! Listeners sent in their questions related to education, beauty, organization, podcasting, TV and more...including my most embarrassing moments! The season finale of This Mom Loves is the most personal one yet! Important links mentioned in this episode The book I recommended: Watching You by Lisa Jewell 10 Commandments For Eating Out With Kids Where Kids Eat Free In Canada Microneedling Facials: My Review The Hosts ...
Ep 11: Entrepreneur Jenna Herbut, Frock Box and Giving Back with Kids including The Shoebox Project
December 06, 2018 01:00 - 40 minutes - 92.6 MBA chat with entrepreneur Jenna Herbut, I fill listeners in on the Frock Box subscription box, and tips for getting kids involved with giving back, including The Shoebox Project. You can find Jenna Herbut at her site and on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Jenna's excellent new book is Make It Happen: The Creative Entrepreneur's Guide To Transforming Your Dreams Into Reality. The clothing subscription box I talked about is Frock Box. Remember to use code THISMOMLOVES (uppercase) to save ...
Ep 10: Time management expert Laura Vanderkam, great nonfiction and “the first 5 minutes” parenting hack
November 29, 2018 01:24 - 29 minutes - 67.9 MBLaura Vanderkam (time management researcher and writer) shares her expertise, and I talk about a parenting hack I call "the first 5 minutes" as well as two great nonfiction books. Laura Vanderkam's latest book is Off the Clock: Feel Less Busy While Getting More Done. You can find Laura on her website, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. My book recos: I'll Be There For You: The One About Friends by Kelsey Miller Educated by Tara Westover My parenting hack: You'll have to listen to t...
Ep 9: Debbie Travis, 10 Ways To Simplify Christmas and Medi-Pedis
November 22, 2018 00:01 - 53 minutes - 121 MBDebbie Travis talks about her new book Design Your Next Chapter: How to Realize Your Dreams and Reinvent Your Life, and I share 10 ways to simplify Christmas and why I love medi-pedis! Debbie's fantastic book (which also includes lots of space for your own notes and ideas) can be found here: Design Your Next Chapter: How to Realize Your Dreams and Reinvent Your Life (By the way, her last book, perfect for moms from birth to empty nest, is called Not Guilty.) You can also find Deb...