In this episode of Sovereign Tea Time, I’m back to muse on motherhood with Celia Mei. My kiddos are 7 and 2, and for Celia hers are 7, 4, 2, and 6 months. We share personal stories about our journeys, including the joys and difficulties of traveling with young children, navigating going back to work after birth, and prioritizing play amidst daily responsibilities. Our discussion emphasizes the need for grounding, connection, and fun amidst the chaos of motherhood. We explore the themes of playfulness as a parenting tool, emotional regulation, and breaking generational cycles of trauma. We discuss the challenges of managing triggers and emotions, and the need for resources and tools to support our parenting journey. We talked about the reciprocal nature of motherhood, where both parents and children learn and grow together, ultimately aiming to foster healthier relationships and emotional well-being.

Resources:

www.instagram.com/playfulheartparenting

The Nurtured Heart Approach Book:

https://a.co/d/0O1fTpR

www.loveandlogic.com

Connect with Celia Mei

www.intuitivebirth.org

www.instagram.com/intuitive.birth/

Connect with Hannah-Rose

www.instagram.com/thehannahmama.com

www.youtube.com/@thehannahmama

https://linktr.ee/thehannahmama

Email sovereign.tea.time@gmail.com to submit your freebirth story for consideration, or your adventures in the journey of sovereign womanhood, where we take radical responsibility for our lives.

03:06 Motherhood and Pregnancy Experiences

06:02 Navigating Birth Work and Motherhood

08:47 Traveling with Infants

12:03 The Importance of Cultural Exposure for Children

14:55 Challenges of Traveling with Young Children

18:06 Finding Joy in Parenting

20:59 The Role of Play in Family Dynamics

26:44 The Power of Play in Parenting

36:58 Navigating Triggers and Emotions

46:55 Breaking Cycles and Building Healthy Relationships