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Welcome to The Eco-Minded Mama Podcast, your all-inclusive roadmap to creating a life that is truly sustainable: saving you money, reducing waste, and easing your stress! Hosted by a mama & coach, Katie Kurpanek, this podcast holds space for you to nurture yourself with compassion, motivate yourself with encouragement, and empower yourself with practical tips for eco-friendly motherhood. Each week, you will learn and grow with the education, community, understanding, and basic skills needed to implement the 5 Pillars of Sustainable Living into your life and become the powerful, eco-minded mama you want to be!

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Welcome to The Eco-Minded Mama Podcast, your all-inclusive roadmap to creating a life that is truly sustainable: saving you money, reducing waste, and easing your stress! Hosted by a mama & coach, Katie Kurpanek, this podcast holds space for you to nurture yourself with compassion, motivate yourself with encouragement, and empower yourself with practical tips for eco-friendly motherhood. Each week, you will learn and grow with the education, community, understanding, and basic skills needed to implement the 5 Pillars of Sustainable Living into your life and become the powerful, eco-minded mama you want to be!

    Why You Only Need 3 Skincare Essentials: Simplifying Beauty with Slow Botanicals

    Why You Only Need 3 Skincare Essentials: Simplifying Beauty with Slow Botanicals

    Skincare can be incredibly confusing and overwhelming when you’re browsing beauty shelves at the store or you're bombarded with ads online, and especially for us eco-minded mamas! We’re trying to make sure we’re not being greenwashed by companies who seem like they’re good for us, good for the planet, but it turns out they're not actually… 
    I’m Katie, a mom, coach & podcaster focused on helping mamas to navigate all the aspects of living sustainably, and I’m here today with Chwynyn, founder of Slow Botanicals. We're going to unpack why you only need 3 essential skincare products and what they are exactly. Let's get into it! 

    Resources Mentioned in the Episode: 
    Shop Slow Botanicals Here and use the code ECOMAMA to receive 15% off a single purchase before May 13th, 2024 (just in time for Mother's Day!)The blog post Chwynyn mentioned in the podcast: Love the Fragrance in Your Skin Care Products? https://www.slowbotanicals.com/post/love-the-fragrance-in-your-skin-care-productsAnother blog post connected to today's episode: https://www.slowbotanicals.com/post/the-best-skincare-has-to-be-sustainable-skincare 
    WANT ONGOING DISCOUNTS FROM SLOW BOTANICALS AND 20+ MORE SUSTAINABLE BRANDS??  ⬇️⬇️ 
    Join us inside The Eco-Minded Mama Collective: our online membership program with several perks, including an exclusive digital coupon bundle -- currently valued at over $300 worth of savings! You'll also gain instant access to our vibrant online community, monthly challenges, giveaways, Q&As, and more!
    Chwynyn's Social Media Links:
     
    Instagram: @slow.botanicals  https://www.instagram.com/slow.botanicals/

    Linkedin: Chwynyn Vaughan https://www.linkedin.com/in/chwynyn-vaughan-slow-botanicals2171a1281/

    Facebook: Slow Botanicals  https://www.facebook.com/Chwynyn

    Pinterest:  Slow Botanicals  https://www.pinterest.com/slowbotanicals/
    Support the Show.
    Ready for more guidance right now?? Visit www.ecomindedmama.com to download your free guide to help you save $2,000 hiding in your kitchen, plus a bunch of other resources!

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    • 16 min
    Colorful Cooking with Kids: Brighten Your Mealtime with Julia's "Power Plant" Recipes!

    Colorful Cooking with Kids: Brighten Your Mealtime with Julia's "Power Plant" Recipes!

    There’s no getting around it– mealtime is often the most stressful time for many families. The weight that we feel as primary caregivers to make sure our kids have all the nutrition they need and to even get them to eat what we serve at all can be really frustrating... 

    In today’s episode, we’re going to unpack several ways to support ourselves in preparing simple and healthy meals for our families, as well as how to intentionally involve our kids in the process! 

    Whether you're fully plant-based or simply looking to incorporate more veggies into your family's diet, you'll discover tips for involving children in the kitchen and fostering a love for wholesome foods from an early age. 

    Hi, I’m Katie – a mama, coach & podcaster focused on supporting eco-minded mamas to live sustainably: saving thousands of dollars and living a life that is in alignment with their core values so they can care for their families and their environment! I’m here today with Julia, mama of 2 and plant-based recipe creator over at the Power Plant blog! Let’s get into it… 

    Resources Mentioned in the Episode: 
    Power Plant BlogPower Plant InstagramHAPPENING INSIDE THE ECO-MINDED MAMA COLLECTIVE: unpacking a sustainable master plan for meal prep -- from planning to grocery shopping to batch prepping food, we'll go through challenges together, save money, brainstorm problems & solutions, celebrate wins, and take part in our monthly giveaway! Hope to see you on the inside! 💖Support the Show.
    Ready for more guidance right now?? Visit www.ecomindedmama.com to download your free guide to help you save $2,000 hiding in your kitchen, plus a bunch of other resources!

    Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @ecomindedmama

    • 24 min
    Raising Eco-Advocates: You Are Their Greatest Influencer

    Raising Eco-Advocates: You Are Their Greatest Influencer

    Hey there, mamas! In this episode of The Eco-Minded Mama Podcast, we're exploring the incredible influence parents have in raising environmentally conscious kids. As a former teacher-turned-coach & mama, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of parental guidance in shaping children's attitudes towards sustainability.

    Through heartfelt anecdotes and candid reflections, I share why you—yes, YOU—are your child's greatest influencer when it comes to caring for the planet. Tune in for inspiring stories and actionable insights as we embark on this journey of raising little eco-advocates together. Don't miss out on empowering content that will help you leave a positive legacy of sustainability for your family and future generations!

    Resources mentioned in episode:
    Find all the support you need and build meaningful friendships by joining The Eco-Minded Mama Collective -- let's raise our families together!Support the Show.
    Ready for more guidance right now?? Visit www.ecomindedmama.com to download your free guide to help you save $2,000 hiding in your kitchen, plus a bunch of other resources!

    Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @ecomindedmama

    • 8 min
    Managing Mama Overwhelm: Expert Insights with Licensed Therapist-Tiffani Domokos

    Managing Mama Overwhelm: Expert Insights with Licensed Therapist-Tiffani Domokos

    Welcome back to our conversation with licensed therapist and parent coach, Tiffani Domokos! This is Part 2. 
    In Part 1, just before this episode, we discussed strategies for identifying the root challenges that continually trip up our progress when building new habits and how to reinforce the changes we want to see. 

    Today, we’re going to unpack the concept of mama-overwhelm and how to manage this while caring for our families and our own nervous systems. 


    I’m Katie – a mama, coach & podcaster focused on supporting eco-minded mamas to live sustainably: saving thousands of dollars and living a life that is in alignment with their core values so they can care for their families and their environment! Let’s get into Part 2 of our conversation… 

    Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
    Tiffani's website, monthly newsletter, and more: https://linktr.ee/tiffani.domokosSign up to receive Tiffani's Managing Mama Overwhelm workshop recording: Https://pages.tiffanidomokos.com/mamaoverwhelmJoin our online community over in The Eco-Minded Mama Collective where we support each other with monthly challenges, giveaways, member makeovers, and cultivate lasting friendships while we raise our eco-minded families together! 

    Support the Show.
    Ready for more guidance right now?? Visit www.ecomindedmama.com to download your free guide to help you save $2,000 hiding in your kitchen, plus a bunch of other resources!

    Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @ecomindedmama

    • 13 min
    Reinforcing Habits: Practical Tips for Busy Moms with Licensed Therapist- Tiffani Domokos

    Reinforcing Habits: Practical Tips for Busy Moms with Licensed Therapist- Tiffani Domokos

    How many times have you found yourself frustrated when you set out new goals or new habits you want to maintain in your life, and then chasing after them just feels impossible? Long-lasting change is hard enough to reach as one person, but when you’re also juggling the busyness of #momlife, work, meals, diaper changes, school drop-off/pick-up, etc – any kind of change can feel absolutely draining! 
    Maybe you’ve been here before or you’re currently in the struggle now – wanting to build new habits and yet something keeps holding you back or tripping you up... 
    In today’s episode, we’re going to tackle this challenge head-on and empower you with tangible ways to reinforce the change you want to make in your life! 

    Hi, I’m Katie – a mama, coach & podcaster focused on supporting eco-minded mamas to live sustainably: saving thousands of dollars and living a life that is in alignment with their core values so they can care for their families and their environment! I’m here today with Tiffani Domokos, licensed therapist and parent coach, and we’re so happy to have her back on the show to support you in reaching your goals! Let’s get into it…

    Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
    Tiffani's website, monthly newsletter, and more: https://linktr.ee/tiffani.domokosJoin our online community over in The Eco-Minded Mama Collective where we support each other with monthly challenges, giveaways, member makeovers, and cultivate lasting friendships while we raise our eco-minded families together! 

    Support the Show.
    Ready for more guidance right now?? Visit www.ecomindedmama.com to download your free guide to help you save $2,000 hiding in your kitchen, plus a bunch of other resources!

    Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @ecomindedmama

    • 15 min
    How We Saved $6,500 in 1 Year with a Baby: 3 Steps

    How We Saved $6,500 in 1 Year with a Baby: 3 Steps

    The average family spends over $9,000 in their baby’s first year, and that does not include childcare! When my husband and I became first-time parents in 2020, we saved over $6,500 in our baby’s first year and have continued to save thousands more since with sustainable swaps!

    For many of you listening, growing your family may be one of the most thrilling, wonderful times of your life – and it also will be one of the most expensive. There’s no getting around it, baby’s aren’t cheap, and when you live in a country like the U.S. without much support… well… it can cause a lot of anxiety.

    Hi, I’m Katie – a mama, coach & podcaster who has saved thousands of dollars through everyday routines that are supporting both the earth and my family, and I want to help you do the same! Let’s get into it… 

    Resources mentioned in episode:
    Baby Center: Baby Cost CalculatorSolid Starts: Baby-Led WeaningFOLLOW OUR EXACT SUCCESS PATH FOR SAVING $1,000'S THROUGH THE 5 PILLARS OF SUSTAINABLE LIVING AND FIND SUPPORT HEREPotty-Train Your Baby/Toddler with EC!Get your baby out of diapers in HALF the time using "Go Diaper Free" Elimination Communication!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.
    Ready for more guidance right now?? Visit www.ecomindedmama.com to download your free guide to help you save $2,000 hiding in your kitchen, plus a bunch of other resources!

    Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @ecomindedmama

    • 11 min

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