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The Connected Mom

The Connected Mom

By: Becky Harling
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Form a deeper connection with God, more empathetically connection with other Moms, and more intentional connection with your child.© 2025 Becky Harling Parenting & Families Relationships
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  • Fierce Self-Advocacy for Moms
    Oct 30 2025

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    In this episode of the Connected Mom podcast, host discusses the often-taboo topics of mental health, particularly in the context of motherhood and the church. Guest Jennifer Renee Watson shares her personal journey with PTSD, self-advocacy, and the importance of emotional support. They explore the challenges of navigating toxic relationships, the impact of gaslighting, and the realities of seasonal depression. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-care, the role of counseling, and the importance of breaking the cycle of shame surrounding mental health issues.

    Her book - What If You're Doing Better Than You Think? Finding Courage and Confidence When Life Gets Messy


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    29 mins
  • Hope In Impossible Odds
    Oct 23 2025

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    In this heartfelt episode of The Connected Mom, host Becky engages in a profound conversation with Ash Ruddy, a mother who shares her incredible journey of faith and resilience after giving birth to a premature baby. They discuss the challenges faced in the NICU, the power of worship in bonding with her child, and the miraculous experiences that shaped their lives. Ash emphasizes the importance of surrendering control to God and recognizing the supernatural in everyday life, offering encouragement to mothers navigating their own difficult journeys.

    Ash’s book: Twenty-Four + One: A Mother’s Story of Faith, Love, and Miracles


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    32 mins
  • The Importance of Patience in Raising a Child with Special Needs
    Oct 16 2025

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    In this episode of the Connected Mom Podcast, host discusses the journey of Shari Bailey, a mother of twin girls, one of whom has Jacobsen syndrome. Shari shares her experiences of caregiving, the challenges she faced, and how she found purpose in her journey. She talks about the creation of Laila's Gift, a nonprofit organization aimed at supporting families with special needs children, and the development of the Zigglebee's Imagination Book and an Infomate device to foster creativity and safety for children with special needs. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, hope, and the unique gifts that special needs children bring to their families.


    Shari Bailey, co-founder of Zigglebee whose mission is to thoughtful tools for connection, creativity, and safety.

    https://zigglebee.com/about/our-story/


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    33 mins
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