Mama's Gotta Bloom!

Interviews with mamas (and a few cool dads) who share their stories, struggles and successes with podcast host, Kelsy McHenry of BLOOM Mom Tribe.

MOM SQUAD with Tramika Craddock 11/01/2021

MOM SQUAD with Tramika Craddock Today Kelsy sits down with Mom Boss, Tramika Craddock. Tramika provides tools and strategies for high performing moms, so they can maintain a rhythm in life, family, and business. She's a coach, speaker, and author. She also hosts events, Mom Squad Retreat and Mom Scape. This conversation is going to inspire and empower you as you listen in to Tramika and the ways she pours into moms. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/21008516

LIVING AS A LARGE FAMILY: Fostering and Adopting with Amanda & JoBen Barkey of the Barkey Family Super Seven 08/24/2021

LIVING AS A LARGE FAMILY: Fostering and Adopting with Amanda & JoBen Barkey of the Barkey Family Super Seven Today Kelsy is joined by friends, Amanda and JoBen Barkey of the Barkey Family Super Seven. They are going to share their story about fostering, adopting, and having a large family. Amanda and JoBen are such bright advocates for adoption and you can hear it shine through in this episode. So let's get started. A big thank you to Soma Intimates for sponsoring this episode of Mama's Gotta Bloom! Find out more and shop Kelsy's Soma favorites at /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/20246597

KELSY'S GRIEF JOURNEY: LOVING AND LOSING HER SPOUSE with Kelsy McHenry & Kristina Kuzmic 08/17/2021

KELSY'S GRIEF JOURNEY: LOVING AND LOSING HER SPOUSE with Kelsy McHenry & Kristina Kuzmic We're flipping the script on today's episode, Kelsy is going to be the guest. And her friend, Kristina Kuzmic; internet sensation, YouTube Mama, Oprah Show winner, and author is interviewing Kelsy about losing her spouse, Heath. She shares what life has been like for her over the last few months. Her hope is she can help other women and spouses going through the loss of a loved one. Join us for this special episode about Kelsy's grief journey. I want to thank Soma Intimates for sponsoring this episode of Mama's Gotta Bloom! Find out more and shop my Soma favorites at /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/20166494

One Tough Mama with Modern Irish Mom: Lisa O'Sullivan Shaw 08/10/2021

One Tough Mama with Modern Irish Mom: Lisa O'Sullivan Shaw I could not be more excited for today's episode. I have my first guest from overseas, Lisa O'Sullivan Shaw from Ireland. She is a beautiful mama of four boys and she was Miss Universe Ireland. Not only is she raising four darling boys but she also has had to deal with a lot of health issues in the past. I'll let her tell you about that, but this is one tough mama, and one inspiring episode you won't want to miss. I also want to thank Soma Intimates for sponsoring this episode of Mama's Gotta Bloom! Find out more about Soma and shop my favorites at /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/20081957

Finding Peace in Loss with Certified Medium Tesa Harster 07/13/2021

Finding Peace in Loss with Certified Medium Tesa Harster Today Kelsy has a special guest on the podcast, certified medium, Tesa Harster. Kelsy never knew she would need a certified medium in her life but here she is, a few months down the road from becoming a widow and talking with a certified medium has been one of the best things that has ever happened to her because of the help and support she's received in this journey of being a mom and a widow. In this episode Kelsy shares a little bit about what Tesa told her about her husband. And Tesa answers some questions from the Bloom Mom Tribe. Regardless of what you believe about mediums, this episode will open your eyes and touch your heart. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/19764293

Walking Through Fire with Venus Morris Griffin 06/22/2021

Walking Through Fire with Venus Morris Griffin I am so happy to be talking to my new friend Venus on today's podcast episode. You are going to be moved by her story. You're going to be surprised by what she's done over the last 20 years to take care of her children and herself. Her story is truly an inspiration for all mamas. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/19527158

FAMILY TRAVEL HACKS with Katie Holden 05/11/2021

FAMILY TRAVEL HACKS with Katie Holden As the world begins to open up, families are thinking about one thing: travel! And in this episode of Mama’s Gotta Bloom Kelsy is joined by Katie Holden of Katie’s Travel Tricks to discuss how to help your family travel for less this spring and summer! Katie’s sharing with us some of her best travel hacks and how she and her family save money on flights and lodging. Grab your drink of choice and start dreaming of where you’ll take your family next! /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/19055510

CREATE A LIFE YOU LOVE with Jen Jones 03/16/2021

CREATE A LIFE YOU LOVE with Jen Jones Are you feeling stuck, mama? Maybe it’s been the last year or maybe it’s the season of life you are in. Whatever the reason, today’s episode with Jen Jones, Lifestyle Coach and Mama to four will help you get unstuck. Kelsy and Jen cover lots of topics including family values, the one baby step you can take today to improve your overall health (you may surprised by Jen’s advice), how Jen helps women create a life they love and how you can too! Grab your favorite drink and get comfy. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/18288110

SELF CARE FOR MOMS with Alicia Walton, She Matters 03/09/2021

SELF CARE FOR MOMS with Alicia Walton, She Matters In this episode Kelsy chats with She Matters subscription box owner, Alicia Walton, on the importance of self care for moms. Alicia shares her story of being diagnosed with MS and how an accountability group turned into a side-hustle and passion for helping moms take care of themselves. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/18213965

MENTAL HEALTH FOR MOMS with Elyse Shull, The Mom Therapist 03/02/2021

MENTAL HEALTH FOR MOMS with Elyse Shull, The Mom Therapist This month on the podcast we are focusing on moms and their mental health. Beginning with our first guest, psychotherapist and therapist for moms, Elsyse Shull. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, Elyse teaches moms how to care for themselves. Recently her TikTok’s have gained popularity as she shares quick micro-tips and tangible ways moms can connect and care for themselves. Join Kelsy and Elyse as they talk about the importance of moms taking care of their mental health. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/18160499

NATIONAL EATING DISORDER AWARENESS WEEK: KELSY + HER DAUGHTER, MARYKATE 02/26/2021

NATIONAL EATING DISORDER AWARENESS WEEK: KELSY + HER DAUGHTER, MARYKATE Kelsy has a very special guest on this bonus episode of the podcast today, her daughter, MaryKate. And they get very real, and very deep about MaryKate’s eating disorder, mental health, and how Kelsy has supported her though the journey, even as she is depleted and weary herself. You’ll hear from 18 year old MaryKate, who has lived a few different lifetimes to get to where she's at today. Both Kelsy and MaryKate hope that today’s episode will inspire and encourage not only other teenage girls, but their moms and their families. They will be talking about eating disorders, disordered eating, nutrition, calories, food, mental health, anxiety, Lyme disease, and PTSD. So if that is triggering for you, they encourage you to skip this episode and listen to another Mama’s Gotta Bloom episode instead. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/18097994

LOVING YOUR WHOLE SELF with Kimberly Snyder 02/23/2021

LOVING YOUR WHOLE SELF with Kimberly Snyder Today on the podcast Kelsy is joined by New York Times Bestseller, Mama, and Founder of Solluna,a holistic lifestyle brand, Kimberly Snyder. Kimberly is also a speaker, nutritionist, certified yoga teacher, and meditation teacher. Kimberly has worked with dozens of top celebrities to help them feel their best. Kimberly encourages others to own their true beauty and feel good. In today’s episode Kelsy and Kimberly chat about Kimberly’s journey to where she is now, and how to love your whole self. This conversation will leave you encouraged to own your true beauty and feeling good. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/18001904

BLOOM IN THE BEDROOM with Lana Kerr 02/16/2021

BLOOM IN THE BEDROOM with Lana Kerr We are continuing with our Love themed episodes in this month of love, and today Kelsy is joined by CEO, and founder of Lumiesque Skincare and CO2Lift, Lana Kerr. Lana and Kelsy talk about skincare, how to look and feel your best both in and out of the bedroom, and some common struggles women face but aren’t always comfortable talking about. You are going to absolutely love Lana, their conversation, and Lana’s line of products for vaginal rejuvenation. Don’t miss this episode Mamas! *This conversation includes mature content, is not suitable for children, and is marked as explicit for that reason. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/17954600

HOW TO GAIN CONFIDENCE IN YOUR ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIP with Crystal Boles 02/09/2021

HOW TO GAIN CONFIDENCE IN YOUR ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIP with Crystal Boles With Valentine’s Day coming up, romance is at the forefront of many of our minds. Kelsy’s friend, Bloom Momfrence Alumni, and Relationship Enhancement Specialist, Crystal Boles is joining her on this episode of the podcast. You will love Crystal’s wit and wisdom about the bedroom, romance, and how to gain confidence in your romantic relationship. * This episode deals with some adult content and is not suitable for little ears and is marked explicit for that reason. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/17852573

DR. JENNIFER BERMAN: Female Sexual Health 02/02/2021

DR. JENNIFER BERMAN: Female Sexual Health Get ready mamas because today’s guest is a urologist, and sexual health expert who is a pioneer and champion for women’s sexual health, Dr. Jennifer Berman. Dr. Berman is a former co-host on the television show The Doctors and you are going to love this conversation between Dr. Berman and Kelsy as they discuss; female sexual health, urology, vaginal rejuvenation, perimenopause, and menopause. It’s all the things you’ve wanted to ask but haven’t, and didn’t know you needed to know. *This interview is not suitable for young ears and has been marked as explicit for that reason. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/17777183

THE GIFT OF SURROGACY with Kyla Mowrer & Britney Calkins 01/19/2021

THE GIFT OF SURROGACY with Kyla Mowrer & Britney Calkins In this episode of Mama's Gotta Bloom, Kelsy talks with friends Kyla Mowrer and Britney Calkins about their journey through surrogacy together. Their story is uplifting and inspiring, listen in as they retell how Brittney gave Kyla and her family the beautiful gift of surrogacy. *A few interviews featured on Mama's Gotta Bloom were previously recorded by Kelsy with Lunch and Listen and under the former name of Start Loving You. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/17552168

GET IN THE ROOM: How To Show Up & Fill Up With Natasha Hemmingway 01/12/2021

GET IN THE ROOM: How To Show Up & Fill Up With Natasha Hemmingway Sales Coach and Speaker Natasha Hemmingway joins Kelsy on this episode of the podcast as they discuss why it is so important to show up as yourself, be present, and fill yourself up- no matter what that looks like- so that you can authentically and whole-heartedly serve others. Natasha also shares insights about coaching entrepreneurs including: mindset, money, and more. *A few interviews featured on Mama's Gotta Bloom were previously recorded by Kelsy with Lunch and Listen and under the former name of Start Loving You. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/17507771

SMART MONEY MAMAS: A Better Way To Do Money with Chelsea Brennan 01/05/2021

SMART MONEY MAMAS: A Better Way To Do Money with Chelsea Brennan Mamas, put in your earbuds, grab your pen and paper and listen in to this refreshing conversation with Kelsy and guest, Chelsea Brennan from Smart Money Mamas. Chelsea brings a stress-free perspective to money and helps women build confidence around their wealth. If you’ve ever thought: I’m bad at managing money, or if you’re so over a budget, or if you’ve got big financial goals for the new year this episode is a must listen to. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/17425184

PILOTING MOTHERHOOD Blackhawk Pilot and Mom Celine 12/29/2020

PILOTING MOTHERHOOD Blackhawk Pilot and Mom Celine Growing up so many of us had dreams and yet those dreams often shift, change, and morph when we become mothers. In today’s episode of Mama’s Gotta Bloom Kelsy sits down with Blackhawk pilot, Army Reservist, and Mom, Celine. Celine reveals how her dreams have changed as a mother and one that has stayed the same, and what it’s like to be an Army Reservist and pilot while also navigating motherhood. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/17344943

NATURALLY SERIOUS SKINCARE: Failing Miserably and Succeeding at the Same Time with Rochelle Jacobs 12/22/2020

NATURALLY SERIOUS SKINCARE: Failing Miserably and Succeeding at the Same Time with Rochelle Jacobs In this episode Kelsy sits down with Rochelle Jacobs, founder of the skincare brand Naturally Serious Skincare, and mom. They discuss how Rochelle runs a successful skincare brand while also raising two teenagers, who her beauty icon is, why self-care is so important, and how to balance it all, spoiler alert, you can’t. Listen in to hear what advice Rochelle gives to moms and business owners trying to have it all. You’ll finish this episode feeling encouraged! /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/17284748

GOOD TO GO: Caring For Your Loved Ones In An Unexpected Way With Amy Pickard 12/15/2020

GOOD TO GO: Caring For Your Loved Ones In An Unexpected Way With Amy Pickard In Episode 3 of Mama’s Gotta Bloom, Kelsy talks with Amy Pickard of Good To Go about the importance of advance planning. With laughter and love Amy empowers people to take control of a tough topic that many don’t want to discuss: advance planning for health care and death care. Join them in this episode to find out more about how to care for your loved ones in this unexpected, unconventional but important way. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/17144237

KIDS EAT IN COLOR: Q+A With Jennifer Anderson 12/08/2020

KIDS EAT IN COLOR: Q+A With Jennifer Anderson Have a picky eater? Want to help your kids eat more vegetables? Look no further than this episode of Mama’s Gotta Bloom. Kelsy sits down with Jennifer Anderson, MSPH, RDN from Kids Eat in Color to answer all your questions about how to feed your kids and feed them well. And if you’ve got a picky eater be sure to grab Jennifer’s . *A few interviews featured on Mama's Gotta Bloom were previously recorded by Kelsy with Lunch and Listen and under the former name of Start Loving You. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/16921283

KRISTINA KUZMIC: Life Can Surprise You In The Best Ways 12/08/2020

KRISTINA KUZMIC: Life Can Surprise You In The Best Ways In this episode of Mama's Gotta Bloom, host Kelsy McHenry talks with Author, Speaker, and YouTube Star Kristina Kuzmic. Kelsy and Kristina cover a lot of ground in this fun, funny, and encouraging episode. Kristina shares how she went from an impoverished, singled mother, to being crowned the "Next TV Star" by Oprah, and her journey to what she least expected, a cheerleader for others who are where she once was. This interview will have you laughing, nodding your head, and hopefully agreeing that yes, life can surprise you in the best ways. *A few interviews featured on Mama's Gotta Bloom were previously recorded by Kelsy with Lunch and Listen and under the former name of Start Loving You. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/16921166

Welcome to Mama's Gotta Bloom 11/19/2020

Welcome to Mama's Gotta Bloom I'm Kelsy with Bloom Mom Tribe, and I'm here today to put some inspiration in your earbuds. You're invited to my podcast, Mama's Gotta Bloom, where I will sit down with amazing women and a few good guys, from across the country who will share their stories, successes, and struggles with us. If you're a mama or you are hoping to be a mama someday, you'll want to grab your favorite drink and join me for the laughter, lessons, and love that this podcast and my guests will offer you. /episode/index/show/mamasgottabloom/id/16877894

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