53 episodes

Put a creative spin on the daily grind! The Creative Mama Podcast artfully combines the responsibility of parenthood with the thrill of creative expression. This show is for anyone looking to breathe a little excitement into their everyday routine.

Creative Mama Abbi Z. Meadows

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 31 Ratings

Put a creative spin on the daily grind! The Creative Mama Podcast artfully combines the responsibility of parenthood with the thrill of creative expression. This show is for anyone looking to breathe a little excitement into their everyday routine.

    53: Bangarang

    53: Bangarang

    "Bangarang!” is the battle cry of the Lost Boys in Hook as they take part in the most extraordinary food fight in cinematic history. It’s this very scene that inspired my kids to suggest a messy, sticky, ooey-gooey kick off to summer break.
    Join us for Creative Mama [Episode 53] as Abbi relays the tips, tricks, and experience her kids had as they squirted, threw, and flung all sorts of food.
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    People, Places & Things in This Episode:
    Connect with Abbi on Instagram
    ZasinZebra.com, the home of Creative Mama and other pursuits
    Support the show by making a donation
    Shop on Amazon through our Affiliate store For the same price you’d pay for your items anyway, you can support the Creative Mama Podcast by shopping through this link. Thanks for your patronage!

    • 9 min
    52: Celebrate Good Times

    52: Celebrate Good Times

    Birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, baby showers, girls’ nights…so many occasions to celebrate. But how do we do it “right”…and what does that even mean?!
    Join us for Creative Mama [Episode 52] as Abbi shares the experiences she’s had and how celebrating has evolved over the past decade.
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    People, Places & Things in This Episode:
    Woodland Themed 1st Birthday (Part 1 & Part 2)
    Construction Site Themed 2nd Birthday (Details post & Party pics by Abi Ruth)
    Baby Girl’s 1st Birthday
    Monster Artist Party
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    Connect with Abbi on Instagram
    ZasinZebra.com, the home of Creative Mama and other pursuits
    Support the show by making a donation
    Shop on Amazon through our Affiliate store For the same price you’d pay for your items anyway, you can support the Creative Mama Podcast by shopping through this link. Thanks for your patronage!

    • 13 min
    51: Relationship Relay

    51: Relationship Relay

    Community is one of the most rewarding aspects of life of Earth. So…when is the last time you intentionally had conversations to get to know your people better? How often do you sit with them, give them your full attention, and ask questions that give you a glimpse into their thoughts and passions? If you are longing to create a deeper sense of unity in your relationships, this event is one you can tailor to suit your needs.
    Join us for Creative Mama [Episode 51] as Abbi outlines the why and how behind planning a Relationship Relay of your own.
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    People, Places & Things in This Episode:
    Table number holders
    Name Tags
    Service Bell; Megaphone Bullhorn :)
    Relationship Relay questions printable
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    Connect with Abbi on Instagram
    ZasinZebra.com, the home of Creative Mama and other pursuits
    Support the show by making a donation
    Shop on Amazon through our Affiliate store For the same price you’d pay for your items anyway, you can support the Creative Mama Podcast by shopping through this link. Thanks for your patronage!

    • 16 min
    50: What I'm Loving Now

    50: What I'm Loving Now

    Even when your schedule is crazy-busy, you need some simple routines and tools that help you feel like yourself: Music. Self-care. Spiritual enrichment. Goal tending. Mental stimulation. Treats.
    Join us for Creative Mama [Episode 50] as Abbi shares some of the items in her life that are keeping her going during a season of going-going-going.
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    People, Places & Things in This Episode:
    AWANA Clubs
    Tyndale NLT Inspire Bible
    “100 Days of Bible Promises”
    Duolingo
    Energy Fizz Sticks
    EO rollers for DIY moisturizer
    Little Voice on Apple TV+
    Ally Banking
    Little Polka Dot
    Adsumudi
    Prime Climb
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    Connect with Abbi on Instagram

    ZasinZebra.com, the home of Creative Mama and other pursuits
    Support the show by making a donation
    Shop on Amazon through our Affiliate store For the same price you’d pay for your items anyway, you can support the Creative Mama Podcast by shopping through this link. Thanks for your patronage!

    • 22 min
    49: Anniversary 3

    49: Anniversary 3

    Happy THREE YEARS, my darlings! It has been such a fun experience to produce this podcast and to have you listen along! Thank you for being the reason I do what I do here on the podcast.
    Join us for Creative Mama [Episode 49] as Abbi looks back on some of her favorite segments from the show as well as submissions from listeners relating their favorite aha moments or how creativity manifests itself in their lives.
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    People, Places & Things in This Episode:
    Find my friend and fellow Podcast producer, Rachael Jamison, here.
    Connect with Abbi on Instagram
    ZasinZebra.com, the home of Creative Mama and other pursuits
    Support the show by making a donation
    Shop on Amazon through our Affiliate store For the same price you’d pay for your items anyway, you can support the Creative Mama Podcast by shopping through this link. Thanks for your patronage!

    • 20 min
    48: Unpacking Disappointment

    48: Unpacking Disappointment

    Many times in life, circumstances turn out just fine and we breathe a sigh of relief. But what do you do when the means to the end were less than fulfilling? Should we just brush it off and be thankful things didn’t end up any worse?
    We have cliches like, “All’s well that ends well,” but that thinking can be dangerous if it causes us to stuff down our feelings about the journey. Does it have to be either/or? Can’t it be both/and? Let’s find out together.
    Join us for Creative Mama [Episode 48] as Abbi explores the process of reflecting on disappointment and how asking ourselves some hard questions can help us appreciate both the journey and the outcome.
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    People, Places & Things in This Episode:
    Download the “Unpacking Disappointment” printable here.
    Connect with Abbi on Instagram
    ZasinZebra.com, the home of Creative Mama and other pursuits
    Support the show by making a donation
    Shop on Amazon through our Affiliate store For the same price you’d pay for your items anyway, you can support the Creative Mama Podcast by shopping through this link. Thanks for your patronage!

    • 12 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
31 Ratings

31 Ratings

madpads ,

Good job

I’m glad you guys are here at this world 🥳🥳🥳

Honored Wife ,

My favorite podcast!

I listen to several podcasts and this is my favorite! I feel like Abbi is a friend who is giving me great advice about how to bring creativity back into my life. Each time, I feel a little fire within me wanting to create something new or change something in my life that needs changed. Thank you, Abbi, for this podcast!

Amanda Lounder ,

Authentic, calming and real.

I listen to a lot of podcasts; Abbi’s is one of my favorites. She provides practical wisdom and authentic truth in a calming way that keeps me grounded.

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