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MAMA, You're Doing Great!™ | Real, Relatable Motherhood Situations, Advice & Encouragement for Mamas Kendahl Yanez: Your Encourager, Cheerleader & Mentor Through Motherhood
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If you're looking for a fun & judgment-free community of mamas to talk about all the good and bad that comes with this crazy, most beautiful thing called motherhood. You're in the right place! Mamas need more relatable, real, and safe conversations with other mamas. A place to bring our worries and questions; and to talk about all the good, bad, and beautiful things motherhood brings.Mama, You're Doing Great!™ is that place!
I'm Kendahl Yanez, a mom of two, a wife, and a Dental Hygienist turned Founder of the Mama, You're Doing Great!™ Community & Podcast, and your biggest cheerleader!
I’m just a regular mom trying to survive motherhood just like you.After struggling with postpartum anxiety myself and trying to be perfect by doing everything the books & other moms told me to do, I was stretched thin and felt like I was failing as a mom every day.
After seeking counseling and deleting “I’m a Bad Mom” from my vocabulary, I knew I couldn't be the only one feeling this way.
Behind every kid is a mom who believes she is failing at some point. A lot of times, as moms, we feel like we are the only ones going through “that phase”.
But guess what? WE’RE NOT! There is another mom out there going through the same thing or has gone through it and can relate to your situation.
Mama, You're Doing Great!™ is the place for all moms in different stages of life to come together to encourage and build each other up. To share real and honest mom moments in a fun, safe, non-judgmental way.
On the Mama, You're Doing Great!™ podcast you'll hear:-My motherhood experiences and mom hacks. Motherhood experts sharing advice in their field to help your journey become easier, real-life stories from mamas just like you, sharing their stories about times they were in the thick of it & felt they were the "only ones" going through their situation. You will feel validated and supported in your motherhood situation.-These episodes are full of advice and encouragement about real, relatable, and honest motherhood in hopes to make you feel more confident in your motherhood journey.Whether you need advice, you're looking for clarity or you just need a good laugh with some girlfriends... that's what this community is all about.
So, I am excited you are here mama. The mission here is for you to feel heard, seen & not so alone in motherhood.
Mama, You're Doing Great!™ is also an online & in-person community. Come hang out with us, let’s build an uplifting community of mamas and walk through motherhood together!
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Connect with me & let me cheer you on through motherhood: Instagram: @kendahlyanez or Email: Kendahl@mamayouredoinggreat.com
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77 | Embracing Doula Support and Advocating Your Birth Journey with Mari Leckel
Mari Leckel embodies a deep passion for guiding, educating, and empowering families through the transformative phases of pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.
Having experienced the challenging journey of infertility herself, she felt compelled to extend the same level of unwavering support she received to new and expecting mothers and parents.
Everyone's journey is different... but every mother and family deserve to be educated, encouraged, and empowered with non-judgmental and unconditional support.
We discuss what the differences are in midwife and doula, and how valuable each role is and how they harmoniously collaborate.
Mamas, get ready to fall in love with Mari and this episode!!
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76 | Beyond Sleep Norms: Tailoring Parenting to Strong-Willed Children's Unique Temperaments with Macall Gordon
"Why won't you sleep?!"
Sleep advice often overlooks the diverse needs of parents and their children, failing to account for varying temperaments and challenges. And we can just take a moment to acknowledge that there is SO much advice out there??
Raising a child who is intense, sensitive, alert, and persistent can present unique difficulties, but it also brings remarkable strengths. The presumed research backing traditional sleep training methods often lacks comprehensive evidence and ignores individual differences.
Mama's, it's time to shift our perspective on sleep training, embracing approaches that honor each child's temperament and family dynamics!! Encouraging moms of strong-willed children to explore alternative strategies that suit their child's needs fosters a sense of empowerment and community, reminding them they are not alone in this journey.
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75 | Mom fails, Grace, and Lessons Learned
It's completely normal to feel like you're falling short at times, but remember...
Mama you ARE doing great!
Giving yourself and others grace during these moments of self-doubt is crutial; NONE of us are perfect, and that's okay. Every stumble is a chance to learn and grow, to "shake it off" and pivot towards a new direction.
Embrace the journey, knowing that it's the small steps forward that lead to progress and fulfillment.
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74 | Using Books to Spark Conversation with Lauren Piland
As a former elementary teacher and now a children's book author, Lauren Piland's passion for sparking conversations through books aligns perfectly with the goal of encouraging mothers to engage with their children on important topics.
Using resources like her books allows mothers to dive deeper into discussions and explore complex emotions and situations in a relatable and age-appropriate manner.
We can use all the help we can get, am I right mama's?
These discussions not only reinforce positive behaviors but also foster a strong bond between mothers and children built on trust, understanding, and open communication.
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Text the word WELCOME to 855.486.5757 or sign-up HERE to get a weekly encouragement text delivered straight to your phone!
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73 | First VS Last
Mamas we often cherish and celebrate their children's first milestones with immense joy and excitement...
However, amidst the flurry of firsts, it's equally crucial to savor and be fully present for the lasts.
The last time a child reaches for your hand, the last bedtime story, or the last hug before they outgrow your lap are moments that hold profound significance.
These fleeting lasts remind us of the transient nature of time and the importance of relishing every precious moment, for we never truly know when the last time will come, leaving behind cherished memories that we'll forever hold dear.
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72 | Empowered Co-Parenting and Emerging Stronger with Mikki Gardner
Having experienced the challenges and triumphs of her own divorce, Mikki Gardner understands the transformative power of resilience and self-discovery.
Drawing from personal journey, she now empowers fellow mothers to transcend the role of "peacekeeper" and embrace their role as "creators OF peace" in their co-parenting journey.
Through practical techniques and heartfelt guidance, she helps mamas cultivate a sense of calm, build unwavering confidence, and foster cooperation with their co-parents, paving the way for harmonious relationships and a thriving family dynamic.
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CONNECT WITH HOST:
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