Working Mom Hour

Summer status: ON! And, our last episode of Season 3 with Dr. Tamara Soles. We talk: making space and time, parents as change agents, alternatives to traditional school, self-compassion and more.?

Happy Solstice! ? We’re honored to shine a light on a lovely ? business of survivor and mom as we make our morning cacao a mocha today. After exposure to sex trafficking at a young age, Jenny Barber dedicated her career to working on anti-trafficking outreach and advocacy efforts. Through her work, she saw many survivors struggle to rebuild their lives – a reality that Jenny wanted to change. And, her husband did too. At the time, he was learning how to roast coffee, and together, they decided to turn his passion project into a purposeful business, Talitha Coffee. The team hires sex trafficking survivors, empowering them for long-term financial success through expert training, professional mentoring, and holistic support like housing, transportation, food, and clothing. Ethically sourced Talitha products are available at select shops and online at:?https://talitha.com/, and will open their first brick-and-mortar location in San Diego this summer! By choosing Talitha, you are contributing to positive change in the lives of survivors of sex trafficking. Thanks for sharing your gift and message with us.??

Motherhood is a demanding journey, especially when paired with a #career. Today, we chat with Dr. Tamara Soles, a seasoned child psychologist and parenting coach, who shares insights on how to keep up with the "swirl" of #workingmotherhood.??? In this episode, we explore practical strategies to navigate this complex balance, emphasizing the importance of #selfcompassion and realistic scheduling. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eRCjy9Mn

Motherhood is a nurturing, compassionate, and emotional occupation – yet our systems aren’t set up to support women during this transformative time. INSIDE: Our interview with Christine Michel Carter, how family support is crucial for tackling poverty, and the realities of playground friend-making. ?

Motherhood is a nurturing, compassionate, and emotional occupation - yet our systems aren’t set up to support women during this transformative time. In our latest interview, we engage in a candid conversation with Christine Michel Carter marketing expert, and leading advocate for #maternalmentalhealth and #genderequity, who Katie Couric has called the “the mom of mom influencers.” Together, we open a critical dialogue on navigating injustice, and racial discrimination, and how to push for true, tangible change. Once you’ve listened, we have a feeling you’ll need to add her best-selling books to your reading list, including Can Mommy Go To Work? and MOM AF. And, she’s a senior contributor for Forbes, where she tackles the complexities mothers face today, and offers accessible solutions. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dYZ4J5sn . . . #advocacy #change #genderequity #maternalmentalhealth #motherhood #workingmoms #workingmomhour?

We're putting our shades on for #honestmomsummer. ?? And, gearing up for the #Paris2024Olympics with an episode on presence featuring pro athlete Betsi Flint. ?? Join us below!

With the #2024ParisOlympics on the horizon, we’re honored to have Betsi Flint join us for a timely conversation on managing motherhood as a professional athlete.??? Betsi is an integral part of the #USAVolleyballTeam, boasting an impressive record as a 7-time AVP Champion, 2-time AVCA All-American and still holds indoor records in career aces and digs. In this interview, she shares her journey of returning to training after welcoming her child and moving through moments of self-doubt. Tune in for insights on integrating #motherhood into athletic careers, embracing both wins and losses and cultivating a mindset of #growth: https://lnkd.in/e_SrtT7p

We almost made it to Friday (so close!). Inside, we're rounding up top insights from Motherly?'s survey on #modern motherhood, laughing at a relatable road trip video, and sharing more info on our #pr #masterclass. And, we're sharing the powerful interview between Mads Caldwell and Gretchen Sisson on the realities of the #adoption landscape. ??

Join Mads for a special interview with Gretchen Sisson Ph.D. about the often-overlooked stories of mothers who relinquish their children for adoption. Gretchen conducted a decade-long study of adoption in the age of Roe leading to her recently released book, “Relinquished: The Politics of Adoption and Privilege of American Motherhood." The book uncovers how factors like poverty, lack of support, inadequate counseling, and limited access to resources and information force women to make choices they never imagined. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/ghYsagQY 6:17 - The Emotional Impact of Adoption 10:27 - Statistics, Data and Private Adoption System 13:53 - Barriers to Parenting and Examples of Relinquishment 23:17 - Ethics in the Adoption Industry 28:02 - Unlicensed Adoption Facilitators, Legal Ambiguity and Revocation 40:51 - Vision for a Healthier Adoption System and Practices Connect with Gretchen: Website:?https://lnkd.in/gwnPMHtc Book Website:?https://lnkd.in/earzXmBM Substack:?https://lnkd.in/gtwSxQ-d #birthmothersday #mothersday #adoption #abortion

Today's newsletter is all about going with the flow. ?? We're learning to ride the waves of creativity with Moulsari Jain and appreciating the complexities of ambition with Christine Michel Carter. And, for those who want to expand their media presence, we have a special offer inside. ?? #ambition #creativity #productivity #prclub Erica Mechlinski Mads Caldwell Marla Rose Clendenin