In order to be our children’s gatekeeper we need to grow our discernment. In this episode, I will talk about what that means and why it matters.

I’ve been a birthmother for nearly 20 years now and decided to answer Some tough birthmom questions…

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Music: Born To Fight | Musician: DIAB | Source: InShot

So grateful for every woman that chose to share their experiences for us to listen to and learn from.

Links:

You can follow Rachel on Instagram @portraitsofthevalley

You can follow Mikayla on Instagram @mikaylawhitlock

You can follow Jody on Instagram @mytangledlife_

You can follow Katie on Instagram @katiedee88 and her organization @thetabledfw 

You can follow Katy on Instagram @coffeetattoos

You can follow Maebear on Instagram @banner.bear

You can follow Ashley on Instagram @ohgeezashley

You can follow Kelly on Instagram @kpmomintexas

You can follow Pua on Instagram @mrspuahd 

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If you’ve ever wondered what Mother’s Day might feel like for the motherless, this episode explores that perspective from the lived experience of Raquel McCloud of McCloudLife as he candidly shares her experience as well as tips for parents, caregivers and even educators to help them navigate this tender subject.

You can order the physical mother/birthmother cards she shared HERE

You can order the digital mother/birthmother cards she shared HERE

You can download the (birth)Mother’s Day poem + coloring pages HERE

You can subscribe to her weekly Substack (newsletter) HERE

I’ve spent two years vulnerably sharing so much of my life that the thought of another introduction almost seemed silly but just last week I was reminded by someone who closely follows my content that not everyone sees everything (she just learned I have 4 published children’s books) so with that in mind, if you’ve been around for a while, don’t worry, you’re bound to learn something new and if you’re new here, welcome to the community. I’ll insert a trigger warning here. Some of what I share may feel heavy because it is…Sometimes I wish that life had been kinder but I’m inevitably reminded that we are inspired by those who have walked through hell and been refined by the fire, not the ones who have never felt the heat. That said, if you make it all the way through, I’ll share 10 random, silly, not serious facts about myself at the end of this episode! I also want to send a BIG shoutout to my Instagram community for all of their input on what they would like to hear for this introduction. “Tell us your life story and the why behind what you do” was the most common request, followed by a fun facts countdown! I’ve truly gathered some amazing people in that space and am incredibly grateful for all of the encouragement and support I receive. I hope to continue to build a more intimate community through long form videos, podcasts and my Substack blog as I become even more intentional with the content I create and release. I’m so glad you’re here. Now, let’s get better acquainted.