Faith, Grief & Holding Joy: Lauren Johnson on Motherhood, Loss, and Choosing Joy in the Hardest Moments
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In this deeply moving episode of Message from Mom, Whitney sits down with Lauren Johnson, founder of Choose Joy Nursing, to talk about her motherhood journey, her faith, and the beautiful yet heartbreaking story of her daughter, Lily Ann. Lauren opens up about becoming a mom, what led her to serve mothers as a postpartum nurse, and the unimaginable experience of losing her baby girl after just nine months of life. With remarkable honesty and grace, she shares how she prepared herself emotionally and spiritually for postpartum, the power of co-regulation, and how she continues to find...
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Introducing Message From Mom With Whitney Rowell
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Join Miracle Mama founder Whitney Rowell as she navigates the overwhelming world of pregnancy and new motherhood alongside experts, fellow moms, and anyone else who gets it. Whitney creates a safe space for those sometimes awkward, always real conversations you're searching for.
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The Moxies Movement: Building a Healthier Digital Future
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Let's talk about digital safety for our girls. Today, we're joined by Juliette Blake of Moxies, a revolutionary platform changing the game for young girls online. We're diving deep into the impact of today's digital world on children and how Moxies is creating a safe and enriching space for girls aged 8-12. Learn how they're building digital literacy, self-regulation, and real-life connections, while using cutting-edge tech. We'll also get into the crucial roles of moderation, parental guidance, and how we can all contribute to a healthier digital future for our daughters
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Beyond the Label: How Sorette is Transforming Product Safety for Moms
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On this episode of Message from Mom, Whitney chats with Lanning Ardente, founder of , a platform created to help moms find safe, trusted products through all stages of motherhood. From her background in consumer goods to her own experiences as a mom, Lanning shares what led her to launch Sorette, and why product transparency is so important for mothers today. Together, they dive into the mental load of modern motherhood, how Sorette is bridging the gap for safe product choices, and the future of this empowering platform. Join us for a conversation on building community, motherhood, and the...
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Transforming Health: Liz Swail, Co-Founder of Alive & Well, on Gut Health, Hormones, and Thriving as a Mom
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In this episode of Message from Mom, we sit down with Liz Swail, co-founder of , a wellness center with locations in Austin, Dallas, and Boulder. Liz shares her inspiring journey from dealing with chronic health issues to becoming a wellness advocate focused on functional health solutions. We discuss the importance of gut health, hormone balance, and the power of making small lifestyle changes that have big impacts on overall well-being. Liz offers invaluable insights on how moms can prioritize their health, manage stress, and create more balanced lives while still juggling the demands of...
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Navigating Early Motherhood with Brooke Boruff of Infant Insights
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In this episode, Whitney chats with Brooke Boruff, a pediatric occupational therapist and mom of two, about her journey into motherhood and how it led her to create . Brooke shares how personal challenges, like her son’s developmental delays, inspired her to offer expert resources to help parents navigate baby development and postpartum recovery. She introduces the Bloom Membership, a new platform that launched this September. The membership offers guidance from experts on baby milestones, mental health, lactation support, and more. Brooke’s goal is to empower moms with the tools they need...
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Kevin Lavelle on How Harbor is Set to Revolutionize the Baby Monitoring Industry
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In this episode, we have asked our first male guest EVER to join us! Meet, Kevin Lavelle, the founder of , a father of two, and now the brains behind , a groundbreaking platform set to revolutionize the baby monitor industry. Harbor's mission is to provide innovative sleep solutions for families, emphasizing its focus on safety, convenience, and enhancing the parenting experience. Kevin talks about how he is using the Harbor platform to give parents the tools they need to feel supported in early parenthood. You can now reserve your spot on the waitlist to experience Harbor first, by...
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Message from Mom Live x HMHI: Forging Your Own Parenting Path
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Message from Mom partnered with Headfirst Mental Health Initiative to launch a new series where moms and mental health experts gather together to have an open conversation about topics relevant to our lives and our culture at this very moment in time. The topic of the conversation was Forging Your Own Parenting Path. We asked Dr. LaKaavia Taylor, a PhD clincial professor at Southern Methodist University to join us to offer her insight. In this episode, you will hear a conversation that took place in a home in Dallas on Thursday, September 7th. We discussed the rising trend of anxiety in very...
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Katie Beal Brown, on Balancing Motherhood & Life as Founder & CEO of Lone River Beverage Co
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Katie Beal Brown is known as the trailblazer behind Lone River Beverage Company, the hard seltzer company inspired by her West Texas roots. Just 11 months after launch, Lone River Beverage Company was acquired by the world's leading alcoholic beverage company, Diageo. But behind the brand, is the inspiring story of Katie. In this episode, Katie talks about how she launched Lone River Beverage Company in NYC at the start of COVID. She then describes how a planned two-week photoshoot in West Texas turned into a year and a half stay due to the pandemic, and how this unexpected time with family...
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Annie Stull and Emily Johnson, the co-founders behind Fenwick Fields
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Annie Stull and Emily Johnson, the co-founders behind the artist-illustrated table linen brand, Fenwick Fields, sit down with us to chat about their journey of building a brand while raising young babies, navigating challenges, and adapting their strategies to create a successful and sustainable business. We get into the nitty gritty about why they make it a priority to be directly involved in every aspect of their business, from fulfillment and marketing, to collaborations and pop-up events. We learn how Fenwick Fields' success stems from Annie and Emily focusing on their core product...
info_outlineLet's talk about digital safety for our girls. Today, we're joined by Juliette Blake of Moxies, a revolutionary platform changing the game for young girls online. We're diving deep into the impact of today's digital world on children and how Moxies is creating a safe and enriching space for girls aged 8-12. Learn how they're building digital literacy, self-regulation, and real-life connections, while using cutting-edge tech. We'll also get into the crucial roles of moderation, parental guidance, and how we can all contribute to a healthier digital future for our daughters