On this episode of "Moms Only Podcast", I sat and chatted with childcare provider and in-home daycare owner, Talya Squires. We talk through her background and what it was like in the beginning, how she got where she is today, and more things to think about if you're looking at this option.To learn more about Talya and her in home daycare, check out her Instagram, TikTok, and Etsy shop. All links below:TikTok - @talyasquires Instagram - @taylasquires Etsy Shop - TSGraphicDesignCo Convo with Talya: 5:22Talya's Background: 9:40Beginning of Starting her Daycare: 26:30Activities during Daycare: 39:45Benefits of Daycare: 45:05Bad Center Daycare Story: 51:51Childcare Options: 57:16Structure of Childcare/SAHM/Work/Home Balance: 1:04:01What's Next??: 1:06:30End/Closing: 1:06:32More info regarding statistics: Childcareaware.orgPlease be sure to engage with all our social accounts for Moms Only and review!TikTok: @themomsonlypodcastInstagram: @MomsOnlyPodcast Email: themomsonlypod@gmail.com Apple Podcasts: Moms OnlySpotify: Moms Only
In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Ashley, a mom of twin boys, as we dive into what it’s really like going back to work after having babies. From the emotional rollercoaster to the mental load and everything in between, we’re talking about the parts that don’t get talked about enough. Whether you’re in the thick of it or gearing up for that transition, this one’s for you. Honest, messy, and full of real-life mom moments. It feels like we've only scratched the surface so buckle up!
Planning your little one’s first birthday party? How exciting, and you should be so proud! Congratulations! Here are over 20 themes to consider if you are stuck!
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Okay, part two is dropping NOW! You will not want to miss this wild, frankly, traumatic journey Ashley faced during the labor, delivery, and immediately post delivery she had. You will not want to miss the rest of Ashley's story. She faced multiple procedures and surgeries post emergency c-section due to the eclampsia. Yall, don't f**k with that. Listen here to get the full scoop!
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Also, if you just want to give a big shoutout or a hug to Ashley, you can find her at her twin instagram handle below. Oh, and also wish her a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
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Secrets lives of coaches wives is out now! Kidding but for real. In the spirit of Football season AND in celebration of welcoming their new baby girl, Blaire; I chatted with Lauren Fishback about what it’s like being married to a college football coach and also being a mom to not only one but (now) two littles, two under two!
We talk about how her husband got into coaching, what its like to be a coach and why they travel so much, along with what its like to be the wife and growing a family when your husband has a very high level committed career.
If you’ve ever wondered what it was like traveling anywhere and everywhere based on wherever the football Gods take you and why this happens, you won’t want to miss this!
We're just over here doing big boy stuff now that my son is about to start a Mother's Day Out Program I guess?! I am fully unprepared and my momma heart cannot take it! Are we really giving up the Paci and sitting on the big boy potty now, or is it only a hoax? Only time will tell! Only see what the CDC says on what milestones 2 year olds should be hitting now. Take that how you will. Anyway, give it a listen!
I sat down with Ashley Williams who has twin boys, no IVF. This was a long one because I had SO MUCH to cover so here is part 1 of 2! In part 1 of Ashley's story, we go over how she discovered she was pregnant and then pregnant with the twins, gender reveal, and all those little moments in between. Stay tuned to hear allll about it and more!
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If you have questions or want to reach out to Ashley, feel free to reach out to her via her twin instagram handle (and see those cute little chunkers Jax and Jett):
Okay, I know we do get "real" here at Moms Only but this one is real real. I talk about my experience being first time and second time postpartum and the different feelings that came with that. If you're feeling not like yourself, maybe your newly postpartum or even not newly but postpartum again - this one's looking at you mama. Give it a listen and feel free to share!
I've been feeling a little....overwhelmed lately and to be honest. This isn't the first time feeling this way as a mom. Do you feel me? How are we doing it all? Simply put...it's tough!
We were pretty clueless on what to do on our first family trip to the beach (road trip, might I add) so here's what we learned! I'd say there was definitely a learning curve here. Hope this helps any of you all going on a beach trip with your little kids and family, thinking, wtf?
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Being sick when your mom has a WHOLE new meaning now. You are not only trying to figure out what you need to overcome this illness (whatever it is) but you are now taking care of tiny humans as well which if you haven't realized by now is already hard enough as it is! Take a peak into how I tried to figure out what was going on and what I did to try and provide some self-care for myself to get over this thing so I can get back to being supermom!
Not all gifts require $$! I chatted with Bailie White, mother of two and a "momtrepreneur", owner of the business and top charting podcast, "Your Brand of Beautiful" to talk about Mother's Day gift giving! Mother's Day is upon us and Bailie and I uncover our TOP 19 gifts any mother would love to receive for Mother's Day. Some tangible, yes; but not all! Check it out to find out which one would be best to give the mother in your life OR which ones you'd like to advocate for for yourself!
Did you know that newborns don't have actual tears when they are born or for several weeks after? How about baby acne and skin peeling?! I did not know ANY of this stuff. Check out some fun new mom/baby things I learned about babies in those first 8 weeks post birth.
In this episode, we dive deep into thoughts on how marriages can change after having babies. We talk through about relationships before marriage and before babies. We talk through how our parents marriages can effect our own relationship pre and post babies! Not only though, but we also go into the workload divide and how that changed almost on IMPACT after having your first kid. Boom!
It's only the second real episode, but let's just go ahead and get real real! Have you experience your first period back after pregnancy and/or breastfeeding? If so, woof! Am I right? Let's chat about what that's been like for me after nearly 3 YEARS without one!
The Moms Only podcast wasn't always the name here...but I'm glad I changed it because the other name was a bit riskay but still totally on brand. Either way, it's fun!
Welcome to the Moms Only Podcast. I'm your host, Kayla McCormick, a previous event planner in the bustling city of Nashville turned SAHM who recently returned to the work force! I have learned so much in the past few years and want to create this space for not only my stories but yours as well; therefore, the Moms Only podcast was born (pun intended)! I hope in doing so we all can find a sense of community with one another because you are certainly not alone sister.
