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Jenna Johnson Chmerkovskiy's Difficult Journey to Motherhood Amidst Life in the Spotlight on Dancing with the Stars (encore)

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

Release Date: 03/09/2024

Building a Cookie Empire, Raising a Family, and Capturing Life’s Sweetest Moments with Jenny Keller

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

I am so excited to have Jenny Keller, the “Cookie Queen” herself, on the podcast today! I first met Jenny back in the very early days of Chatbooks and before she'd opened herJenny Cookies bakery–we were both sponsoring the Santa's Secret Workshop in West Hollywood–an event bringing together celebrities and their families to celebrate the holiday season while supporting charitable causes. Well,Jenny, always up for a party, was there with her incredible cookies and her infectious smile and as soon as we met we became fast friends! I soon realized that she was also friends with many of...

Enter the Chat: Summer Adamson on the Importance of Inclusivity and Her Journey with Daughter Jayne's Down Syndrome Diagnosis

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

Summer Adamson is an influencer and advocate for children with Down syndrome, sharing her daughter Jayne's 'extra' with the world, by showing all of the things she can do with her diagnosis. In this episode of The MomForce Podcast, Summer shares how the diagnosis came as a surprise on the day of Jayne's birth. She talks through how she has found support and resources for her daughter. Summer also shares how we all can learn how to reach out and be more inclusive. Summer recently released a children's book based on Jayne's life called, A Little Extra Jayne. You can follow Summer on...

Enter the Chat: Corrine Stokoe of Mint Arrow on Codependency and Building Healthy Relationships

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

Corrine Stokoe is the founder of fashion deal site Mint Arrow and a mom of five. She lives in sunny Southern California and hosts the Mint Arrow Messages Podcast. I consider Corrine a friend and loved diving deep into the topic of codependency and how it affects relationships. In this episode, Corrine shares her personal journey, revealing the struggles she’s faced with codependency and how it impacted her as a mother and partner. You will learn about the signs of codependency, ways to break free from harmful patterns, and how to foster healthier, more balanced relationships. Tune in to hear...

Farm to Family: Cassandra Curtis, Cofounder of Once Upon a Farm, Shares Her Journey

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

Cassandra Curtis, along with her business partner—actress and fellow mom, Jennifer Garner—has built a company that’s revolutionizing the way we feed our kids, with fresh, organic foods that make a difference. But behind the growing Once Upon a Farm brand is a woman who, like all of us, is balancing the beautiful chaos of motherhood, business, and family. In today’s conversation, we’re diving deep into Cassandra’s personal story, her passion for family memories, and the special moments that have shaped both her business and her life as a mom. 2:30 Cassandra's favorite photo...

Enter the Chat: Take Charge of Your Health with Phil's My Pharmacist

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

Phil's my Pharmacist has answered thousands of moms health questions with his 1M+ TikTok audience, but rewind to 2020 and he didn't even have social media. During this episode Phil shares what got him to begin to share his health advice on the internet. We touch on a lot of hot health topics including: Supplements: What are the hard and fast rules to follow? ADHD: Can vitamins help the symptoms? Germs: How to avoid the common cold with kids in school. Sleep: Why is everyone talking about magnesium? 2:00 How did Phil become "Phil's My Pharmacist" 5:00 Why you...

Emotional Learning in Motherhood: Slumberkins Co-Founders on 'All Feelings Welcome'

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

Kelly Oriard and Callie Christensen are the founders of Slumberkins, a brand that’s reimagining how parents approach emotional learning with their kids. As a former family therapist and special education teacher, they have poured their hearts into creating over a dozen characters and stories to help guide kids through emotions, and they are having a big impact on parents too. In fact, they just published a book, All Feelings Welcome, just for parents, to embrace the full range of emotions, so we can break the cycles of burnout and over-pleasing.You're going to love hearing how their...

Mastering Home Design, Building an Empire & Expert Decorating Tips with Becki Owens (encore)

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

If you’ve spent time on Instagram or Pinterest then it is likely that you have seen Becki Owens work. She is one of the most sought-after interior designers known for her clean, modern, and inviting design aesthetic that millions have tried to replicate. When we recorded this episode with Becki last year I was so impressed with how down-to-earth she is when there are so many things she could brag about! So let me do some bragging for her… she has an exclusive furniture collection with Sam's Club called "Details by Becki Owens", Becki also partnered with Kuka Home to debut the "Becki Owens...

More Than a Body: Lexie Kite on Developing Body Image Resilience (encore)

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

I'm willing to bet that struggling with body image and self worth is quite common for many of us. Almost daily I have to remind myself that how my body looks is the least important and interesting thing about me. But when I hear my teenage and young adult daughters body shame themselves I get down right angry. In my effort to find resources to help me help them I came across a book authored by sisters Lexi and Lindsay Kite called "More than a Body. -that book changed me! Both Lexi and Lindsey have PhDs in the study of body image and media from the University of Utah. Their research focused on...

Strengthening Marriage: Expert Advice From Guests of The MomForce Podcast

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

Wedding season is here and it is a great time to reminisce on your own love story. In this episode of The MomForce Podcast we are diving into the topic of "Empowering Relationships," with some incredible guests who share their insights on how to strengthen relationships. Hear from influencer and author Sazan Hendrix, professional dancer Jenna Johnson of Dancing with the Stars, design queen Julia Marcum, ballerina extraordinaire Misty Copeland, and entrepreneur and philanthropist Camila McConaughey as they discuss their personal experiences and offer tips to be a better partner. Don't...

Building Resilient Kids: Insights from Dr. Tina Bryson (encore)

The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks

In this episode of The MomForce Podcast titled "The Power of Showing Up," Vanessa Quigley chats with Dr. Tina Bryson, an expert in parenting and child development. They explore the essential role of the "4 S's" – Safe, Seen, Soothed, and Secure – in fostering secure attachments and emotional resilience in children. Dr. Bryson highlights that showing up consistently and empathetically is crucial for a child's development and well-being. This episode is packed with practical parenting tips and insights into creating strong family bonds, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance...

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Known for her incredible talent on the dance floor, Jenna Johnson Chmerkovskiy has helped so many women who struggle with infertility feel seen and known as she has shared her journey to becoming a mother. We originally aired this episode last year and had an incredible response from our community so I wanted to share it again. Jenna’s adorable baby boy Rome is now 1 and has accompanied her on tour with the Dancing with the Stars team.

Jenna is a bright light in the dance community and you're going to love learning more from her including what it was like meeting her husband on Dancing with the Stars and how they ultimately fell in love and started their family.

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