Coffee With KJ Kristen Martin

“Oh…just wait!”
It’s a phrase we’ve unfortunately probably heard if we’ve expressed something hard in pregnancy or motherhood. In this episode Kristen is sharing a message to seasoned moms about giving advice to new moms. As usual she talks with humor and real life experience to help us remember to honor the season others are in.
You can connect with Kristen on IG @hotmessagemomma.

Lauren Reyes is a wife, mom of 4 and business owner.  In today’s episode she shares how she started each of her four businesses and how she has continued to make them successful. 
Lauren and Kristen also chat about why being passionate about your work is so important, tips and tricks for starting a boutique, and the rookie mistakes they want to help you avoid!
Referenced in this episode:
Lauren on Facebook
Roxy Moxy Boutique
Rock Your Mocs
You can connect with Kristen on IG at: hotmessagemomma

Bridget Croteau, Mrs. New York USA Ambassador and author of the book, Me Again, is proud to have the platform: You Are Not Alone: Raising Awareness for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. Her goal is to help erase the stigma surrounding PMADs, help moms and dads feel like they aren't alone and to inspire those who are suffering seek the help they need.
In today's episode, Bridget and Kristen are chatting about Bridget's first birth and experience with postpartum depression, what she’s doing in New York to bring awareness, some ideas for loving on your mom friends after a new baby, and where you can find the resources you need if you’re experiencing postpartum depression.
Referenced in this episode:
Bridget’s book, Me Again
Postpartum Resource Center of New York
Postpartum Support International
Daddy Blues
Bridget’s Instagram
Bridget’s Facebook
Bridget's Email: MrsSuffolkCounty2015@gmail.com
You can connect with Kristen on Instagram at: hotmessagemomma

This is your sign...do it today!!
Lindsay Troher is a mom of 6 who decided one day that she wasn't happy or fulfilled and was ready to change that. She and AJ, a US Marine Corps veteran, own Rustic Marine and create the most beautiful woodworking pieces. 
Kristen chats with Lindsay in this episode about the hurdles she had to overcome when building her business; what to do when you have something on your heart, but you’re scared to jump in; what it means to reverse engineer your life and so much more!
You can connect with Lindsey on Facebook and Instagram @RusticMarine or at www.rusticmarine.com
You can find Kristen over on Instagram @hotmessagemomma

Alexia Ferrari is a new mom and a human potential coach (how cool is that name and that title?). She is the creator of The Sexy Side of Life (TSSOL) - a company dedicated to helping women around the world design their dream life and live it.
When Alexia’s birth plan and postpartum experience didn’t go exactly as she had planned or dreamed, she created space for herself to grow into motherhood gracefully and without shame. She and Kristen are talking all about the things mommas aren’t talking about but should be; how to intentionally and purposefully renew your mind, body and spirit; and how we can support each other through the stages of motherhood. 
You can connect with Alexia on Instagram @alexiamercedesferrari, on Facebook at Alexia Ferrari, and at www.thesexysideoflife.com
You can connect with Kristen on IG @hotmessagemomma

In this episode Kristen is chatting with photographer Felicia Saunders. Felicia recently took a photograph of three mommas nourishing their babies in three different ways and the photo has taken on a life of its own on social media and beyond.
Felicia and Kristen share the journeys they’ve been on to nourish their babies, how the photo Felicia took has empowered them as well as so many others, and how ultimately we are the ones that get to make the best decisions for our own babies and families. As mommas we all win when we come together and trust that we’re each doing the very best we can! 
Felicia Saunders is a wife, momma, and photographer. Her passion is to capture the fleeting moments in unique light that truly give your photographs life. She enjoys chasing lightning and spending time with her husband and her two sons. 
You can connect with Felicia on IG at instagram.com/feliciasaundersphotography or www.feliciasaundersphotography.com
You can connect with Kristen on IG at instagram.com/hotmessagemomma