The Motherhood Village Podcast Nicole Cumberbatch

Eaton Financial Group's motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit eatonfinancialgroup.com to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. 
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Brief summary of show:
In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, we are joined by Autumn McKay, an early childhood educator, author, and mother, who shares insights into combating motherhood burnout through mindfulness and gratitude practices. 
Autumn discusses the impact of certain books on her parenting, her transition from a classroom educator to homeschooling, and the delicate balance of respect and love in mother-son relationships. She also touches upon gender roles, resilience, and the importance of allowing children to solve problems independently. Additionally, Autumn provides practical tips for mothers on balancing nurturing a family and pursuing personal passions, emphasizing routines, delegation, and self-compassion.
She also explains the inspiration behind her Full Life Gratitude Journal for Moms and activity books aimed at intentional parenting and the early introduction of gratitude in children's lives. The podcast wraps up with tips on how parents can instill resilience in their kids and Autumn extends an invitation for listeners to explore her resources available online.

We talk about:
0:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:05 Book Recommendation 01:54 Navigating Motherhood and the Mother-Son Relationship 02:47 Understanding Boys: Love, Respect, and Nurturing 10:02 Balancing Motherhood and Career: Strategies for Success 13:34 Building Resilience and Gratitude in Families 17:41 The Inspiration Behind the Full Life Gratitude Journal 21:04 The Power of Gratitude and Setting Goals 23:54 How to Access Autumn McKay's Resources 24:37 Parting Words of Wisdom: Giving Yourself Grace 25:13 Closing Remarks and Gratitude Resources
Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys by Stephen James  The Anxious Generation - Jonathan Haidt Connect with Autumn 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestmomideas/ Books and Education: https://www.bestmomideas.com/Home?category=Educational https://www.bestmomideas.com/ http://www.bestmomideas.com/podcast-free-mom-saver-bundle  Connect with Nicole 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA 

Eaton Financial Group's motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit eatonfinancialgroup.com to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. 
Learn more about joining The Motherhood Village community as a member!
Brief summary of show:
In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, I speak with special guest Dr. Elizabeth Vainder, a board-certified pediatrician with over 20 years of experience in South Florida. 
Dr. Vainder discusses her background, growing up in a Cuban family in Miami and working in public health before joining Pediatric Associates, where she provided care for a diverse range of children. She also talks about becoming a certified health coach. The conversation then shifts to the importance of selecting the right pediatric care for families, highlighting the need for continuity of care and the impact of technology on children's mental health.
Dr. V stresses the importance of mental health awareness from a young age and the role of parents in supporting their children. She advocates for the personalization of pediatric care and encourages parents to trust their instincts when choosing a pediatrician. The episode also covers the challenges and changes in pediatric healthcare impacted by the pandemic, Dr. Vainder's transition to a concierge practice model, and her efforts to provide educational resources through her website and social media.

We talk about:
0:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:15 Book Recommendation 05:05 Pediatrics and Passion: Why Dr. Vainder Chose Her Path 07:35 Transitioning to Concierge Pediatrics: A New Approach to Care 12:18 The Importance of Continuity of Care in Pediatrics 18:15 Addressing Mental Health: Early Intervention and Awareness 21:17 The Role of Social Emotional Development in Child Health 22:50 Addressing Social and Emotional Development 22:58 Empowering Parents with Tools for Early Intervention 25:58 The Impact of Technology on Childhood Development 32:15 Choosing the Right Pediatric Care and School 38:17 The Value of Personalized Care and Advice Resources
The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

Connect with Dr. Vainder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvcares_pediatrics https://linktr.ee/dr.elizabethvainder

Connect with Nicole  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA 

Eaton Financial Group's motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit eatonfinancialgroup.com to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. 
Learn more about joining The Motherhood Village community as a member!
Brief summary of show:
In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, I speak with special guest Ashli Daley, a renowned mama coach and registered nurse with NICU experience, on the challenges of parenthood, especially around sleep and feeding. 
Ashli, who specializes in judgment-free infant feeding support and holistic baby and toddler sleep coaching, offers personalized guidance to parents, aiming to help them navigate these challenges with confidence and grace. She emphasizes the importance of flexibility and understanding that difficulties in baby sleep are normal and not indicative of parental failure. 
She also highlights common misconceptions around baby sleep and stresses the significance of setting realistic expectations based on a baby’s unique needs. Additionally, she briefly touches on the impact of podcasts like Mel Robbins and the Mindset Mentor on her personal growth and coaching approach. The conversation pivots to practical tips for establishing effective sleep routines, addressing feeding issues, and the importance of parental instinct in decision-making. Ashley’s approach is deeply rooted in feeding optimization, sleep science, and nurturing parent-child connections without succumbing to societal pressures or unfounded standards.

We talk about:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:01 Podcast recommendation 07:34 Why she chose to focus on sleep training + bottle feeding 13:50 Misconceptions + myths about baby's sleep and "sleep training" 21:16 Tips on how to address those that have a difference of opinion on how your baby sleeps 22:49 Her holistic way of coaching vs. traditional baby sleep methods 28:22 The importance of having a sleep routine + how to eliminate unrealistic expectations 34:11 Final thoughts to the podcast community Resources
Mel Robbins Podcast: https://www.melrobbins.com/podcast Mindset Mentor Podcast: https://robdial.com/podcast/

Connect with Ashli
Facebook: ​​https://www.instagram.com/ashlithemamacoach/ https://ashli-daley.themamacoach.com/

Connect with Nicole 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA   

Brief summary of show:
In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, I speak with special guest Brooke Schmoe, who discusses her transformative journey from being inspired by her OB-GYN father and experiencing her own midwife-led delivery, to becoming a midwife herself. 
Brooke graduated from the Florida School of Traditional Midwifery, driven by disparities she observed in maternity care. Residing in Southeast Orlando with her family, Brooke passionately brings prenatal and postnatal midwifery care closer to families through The Midwife Bus, serving as an alternative and accessible health option. 
The Midwife Bus, an innovative mobile clinic, provides comprehensive care, including ultrasounds and lab services, to under-resourced communities in Central Florida. Brooke and her team aim to bridge healthcare disparities, promote informed consent and autonomy in birth choices, and embody the integration of holistic and medical care. The episode gets into the significance of fear-free guidance, the impact of having a supportive care provider that matches one's birth goals, and the powerful difference thoughtful, personalized care can make in the birthing experience.

We talk about:
0:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:13 Book recommendation 02:19 How Brooke got into midwifery 08:35 Misconceptions of working with a midwife 13:23 About her team 14:46 The idea behind The Midwife Bus 17:11 How is midwifery addressing and helping disparities in health care for women of different races 20:00 Is she hopeful that there will be more integration with hospitals and midwifery care 26:51 How people can connect with The Midwife Bus - donate to non-profit 28:23 The locations they serve 29:55 How she pours into herself so she can take care of her patients + family  32:17 Final thoughts to the podcast world Resources
The Stranger by Albert Camus Boundaries by John Townsend and Henry Cloud

Connect with Brooke
Facebook: ​​https://www.facebook.com/themidwifebus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themidwifebus https://themidwifebus.org/

Connect with Nicole 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA  Thank you to our community partner, Eaton Financial Group  - their motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit eatonfinancialgroup.com to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. 
Learn more about joining The Motherhood Village community as a member!

Eaton Financial Group's motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit eatonfinancialgroup.com to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. 
Learn more about joining The Motherhood Village community as a member!
Brief summary of show:
In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, I speak with special guest Coach Zach Kasabo, a certified school counselor and parent coach with extensive experience working with children from kindergarten to 12th grade. 
Coach Zach discusses his mission to assist parents in confidently managing their children's challenging behaviors and offers valuable insights into modern parenting techniques. Topics covered include the importance of balancing empathy and limits, the impact of technology and social media on children's behavior, and practical strategies for effective communication and setting boundaries. Coach Zach emphasizes the need for parents to trust their instincts and model cooperation and responsibility for their children. The conversation also touches on the societal shifts in parenting styles, the potential downsides of over-empathizing, and the importance of both structure and understanding in raising resilient, securely attached children.

We talk about:
0:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:02 Book recommendation 02:23 How he became a certified counselor and parent coach 04:46 Did he feel prepared to become a dad? 07:16 Why it’s so important to talk about challenging behaviors 10:19 Some of the challenging behaviors he’s seeing and misconceptions about these behaviors 12:16 Instant gratification and the correlation to electronics & screen time 14:19 Noticing these behavior signs and addressing them 18:54 Modeling behavior for children 20:55 Strong-willed kids 29:25 How society enables this behavior 33:53 Kids need to learn they will hear no, having anxiety and anxious attachment styles 39:18 Effective communication 45:22 Final thoughts Resources
The Stranger by Albert Camus Boundaries by John Townsend and Henry Cloud

Connect with Coach Kasabo
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090084296053&mibextid=V3Yony Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachkasabo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachkasabo https://www.coachkasabo.com/

Connect with Nicole 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA

Eaton Financial Group's motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit eatonfinancialgroup.com to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you. 
Connect with resources and learn more about joining The Motherhood Village community as a member! 
Brief summary of show:
In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, I speak with special guest Dr. Karl Yousef, an ER doctor and owner of Total Pediatric Care in Fort Lauderdale. Dr. Yousef discusses his mission to provide affordable healthcare to children, particularly amidst challenges such as Medicaid cuts in Florida. He shares innovative solutions his clinic has implemented, such as offering free visits and low-cost programs for uninsured patients. 
The conversation also covers the pressing healthcare challenges faced by children today, with a particular focus on mental health and the lack of specialized care providers. Dr. Yousef emphasizes the importance of parental involvement in children's health, offering practical advice for adopting healthier lifestyles at home. 
The episode also explores the critical role of pediatricians as part of a family's support system, highlighting the need for a trusting relationship between doctors and parents. Additionally, Dr. Yousef outlines his vision for Total Pediatric Care, aiming to create a welcoming and supportive environment for both children and their parents.

We talk about:
0:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:16 Book recommendation 02:33 Acquiring Total Pediatric Care 03:50 Some of the key challenges he faces in ensuring healthcare access to children in South Florida 05:07 How Total Pediatric Care is trying to solve the major medical problems 07:08 Key needs for children in the community and how his practice is contributing to adjusting those needs 10:05 Children's mental health issues 12:24 Things parents can do at home to address some of the most pressing health concerns for their children 16:05 Advice for parents that have a hard time finding time & resources 23:02 Resources moms and dads need during prenatal & postpartum period  27:04 Why it's important to find the right pediatrician 29:19 How to vet a pediatrician to make sure they're aligned with your values 37:22 Contact info and what's next for Total Pediatric Care Resources
The Magic of Thinking Big by David Schwartz

Connect with Dr. Karl
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086406502229 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalpediatriccare/  https://mytotalpediatriccare.com/

Connect with Nicole 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA