What's Up Wednesdays!

Episode Summary:
In this episode of For the Love of Parenting, we’re diving into how to prevent the “summer slide” in toddlers and preschoolers—with zero stress and all the fun. Learn how to use books, nature, worksheets, and conversation with your child’s teacher to build a playful summer routine rooted in learning and connection. Whether you're a stay-at-home parent or juggling work and family, these easy ideas will help you feel confident that your child’s brain is still blooming while they soak up summer.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why early learning matters during summer months
• How to choose books that build language and comprehension
• Where to find toddler/preschool curriculum ideas
• How to use play to teach next year’s school concepts
• Creative ways to repurpose school-year worksheets
• What to ask your child’s teacher before school ends

Deeper Dive:

• Build Young Goal Setters: A Simple 12-Week System for Kids (Ages 6-8) - Episode 52
• Boost Kids' Skills: With Stress Free Summer Reading - Episode 31
• Beyond Goals: Strengthen Executive Functioning Skills in Children, Ages (6-12) - Episode 53

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Contact:
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Remember, as parents, do your best—there are no perfect parents, but countless ways to be loving and supportive. Signing off from the For Love of Parenting podcast. Thanks for listening. Until next time.

What's Up Wednesdays!

🌿 Episode Summary:
In today’s heartfelt episode, we explore what it means to reclaim your identity in the quieter, sun-drenched moments of summer. Inspired by a real client story, we meet Jasmine—a mom who unknowingly lost sight of herself in the busyness of motherhood until a slow summer morning brought a moment of clarity. Through her story, we unpack the beauty of stillness, the bravery of asking yourself what you truly want, and the ripple effect that rediscovering joy can have on your entire family.

✨ What You'll Hear in This Episode:

• Jasmine’s awakening moment on the porch
• How small shifts (like journaling or evening walks) led to big changes
• Why slowing down isn’t laziness—it’s a doorway back to self
• Creative ways to weave play and learning into summer parenting
• A powerful invitation to ask: “When did I stop asking what I want?”
• A simple framework for your own summer bucket list—designed for you, not just your kids

📝 Takeaways:

• Stillness reveals truth: You don’t need a retreat—just a moment.
• Questions unlock rediscovery: Start with curiosity.
• Joy isn't a luxury—it’s a need: And it's contagious.
• Self-love models love: When you show up for yourself, your children learn to do the same.

🧺 Try This at Home:
Create your own Summer Bucket List for Rediscovery:

1. For the Body: Move, stretch, rest.
2. For the Mind: Read, journal, learn.
3. For the Soul: Meditate, reflect, pray.
4. For the Connection: Schedule meetups, share a meal, have uninterrupted conversations.
5. For Fun & Play: Do something silly, spontaneous, or nostalgic—just for you.

💖 Your Invitation:
Let this season be more than sunblock and swim lessons. Let it be the moment you return to you. Because you’re not just making memories for your kids—you’re rewriting your own story too.

Contact:
For The Love of Parenting Podcast - Sponsored by Pregnancy Concepts LLC

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Email us at askus@pregnancyconcepts.com

Remember, as parents, do your best—there are no perfect parents, but countless ways to be loving and supportive. Signing off from the For Love of Parenting podcast. Thanks for listening. Until next time.

What's Up Wednesdays!

✨ Intro Summary:
Hey there, For the Love of Parenting parents—and welcome back. I’ve missed you. If you’re tuning in today, thank you. It truly means more than you know.

After a much-needed two-week pause, I’m back—and today’s episode is deeply personal. We’re talking about something I believe every parent, every mom, every caregiver needs: permission to pause.

During my break, I gave myself space. No schedule. No demands. Just quiet. And in that stillness, I rediscovered something vital: I am more than what I do for others.

This episode is an invitation—for you to pause, breathe, and come home to yourself. You're worth that... and so much more.

💡 In This Episode, We Explore:

• Why pausing isn't weakness—it’s wisdom
• How healing happens on your timeline, not the world’s
• The many forms healing can take in motherhood and daily life
• Small, powerful ways to embrace pause in your parenting rhythm
• A reminder: you don’t have to bounce back. You’re allowed to take your time.

📣 Call to Action:
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a fellow parent who may need a pause. And be sure to visit www.pregnancyconcepts.com to sign up for our newsletter for weekly love and learning, straight to your inbox.

🛑 Deeper Dive

• Boost Your Joy: Mom's Self-Care Guide - Episode 35
• Embracing Self-Care In Motherhood - Episode 2

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Contact:
For The Love of Parenting Podcast - Sponsored by Pregnancy Concepts LLC

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Email us at askus@pregnancyconcepts.com

Remember, as parents, do your best—there are no perfect parents, but countless ways to be loving and supportive. Signing off from the For Love of Parenting podcast. Thanks for listening. Until next time.

What's Up Wednesdays!

Welcome back!

Today's episode is going to be a little different - in that I am pressing pause for the next two weeks to take a little time to rest, reflect and honestly to empty my cup. I find that we all need that from time to time, and I hope you give yourself permission to do the same when your body says, "Hey, let's slow down for a bit."

During this little breather, I invite you to catch up on some powerful episodes you may have missed:

• Boost Your Joy: Mom's Self-Care Guide! Episode 35
• Nurturing Your Mental Health: A Guide for Moms and Families - Episode 23
• The Intersection of Preeclampsia, High Blood Pressure, Stroke, and Women's Health Month in Pregnancy - Episode 22
• Self-Love During Nursing: Utilizing Breastfeeding Time for Personal Renewal - Episode 20

❤️Self-Love/Self-Care Series❤️

• Reflection Exercise - End of Self-love/Self-care Series - Episode 4
• Self-Love/Self-Care and Gestational Diabetes - Episode 3
• Embracing Self-Care In Motherhood - Episode 2
• Inaugural Episode - Nurturing Self-Love During Parenthood

So, come on - take this time with me to reflect, relax, and refuel. I'll see you back here soon. Until next time. Take care!

Contact:
For The Love of Parenting Podcast - Sponsored by Pregnancy Concepts LLC

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Email us at askus@pregnancyconcepts.com

Remember, as parents, do your best—there are no perfect parents, but countless ways to be loving and supportive. Signing off from the For Love of Parenting podcast. Thanks for listening. Until next time.

🎧 What’s Up Wednesdays – New Episode!
Welcome back to For the Love of Parenting, where every Wednesday we dive into real, relevant, and empowering conversations to support you on your parenting journey.

🎙️ Episode Title: Mama, When Was Your Last Check-Up?
Hosted by: Kimberly Myers, IBCLC | Pregnancy Concepts, LLC

Episode Summary:
Today, we’re turning the spotlight back on you, Mama. While baby checkups are important, your healing journey deserves just as much attention. In this episode, we dive into what should really happen at your 6-week visit and why your care shouldn’t stop there. From physical recovery and mental health to pelvic floor support and proactive follow-ups, we’re unpacking the truth about postpartum check-ups—what’s missing, what matters, and how to advocate for more.

Whether you’re newly postpartum or a few months (or years!) in, this conversation is filled with practical advice, evidence-based tips, and out-of-the-box ways to protect your well-being.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

• What to expect (and ask for) at postpartum visits
• How to track your own healing and why it matters
• Ways to use technology, journaling, and community support
• The role of your support team—what they can do to advocate for you
• How to reclaim postpartum care as an ongoing process

Takeaway Message:
You’ve got this, Mama—and if today’s episode gave you even one helpful nugget, I hope you run with it! And hey, if you’re a partner, friend, grandparent, or part of a mama’s support squad, don’t just listen—lean in, speak up, and pass it on. Until next time, take care.

Contact:
For The Love of Parenting Podcast - Sponsored by Pregnancy Concepts LLC

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Email us at askus@pregnancyconcepts.com

Remember, as parents, do your best—there are no perfect parents, but countless ways to be loving and supportive. Signing off from the For Love of Parenting podcast. Thanks for listening. Until next time.

What's Up Wednesdays!

Join me today as we welcome guest Dr. Jorie Jones, a passionate pediatrician and founder of Raising Risers, a nonprofit committed to empowering Black youth.

Dr. Jones shares what parents can expect during their baby’s first pediatrician visits, why well-child checkups are essential, and how to navigate common concerns in the newborn stage.

👉 If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it with your parenting village. And don’t forget to check out my other postpartum podcast episodes this month.

• Fueling Your Fourth Trimester: How Food Powers Postpartum Recovery - Episode 65
• How to Ask for Help Postpartum (And Actually Accept It) - Episode 64
• Emotional Highs, Lows & Tears: Navigating Parenthood After Baby - Episode 63
• What is the Fourth Trimester? Understanding the Transition into Parenthood - Episode 62

I want to share some exciting news—registration for my upcoming postpartum class opens May 1st! If you or someone you love is preparing for life after baby, this class is a must. We cover recovery, feeding, emotional wellness, and everything in between. Visit www.pregnancyconcepts.com and scroll to the bottom of the page to subscribe to my newsletter and upcoming events.

Contact:
For The Love of Parenting Podcast - Sponsored by Pregnancy Concepts LLC

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Email us at askus@pregnancyconcepts.com

Remember, as parents, do your best—there are no perfect parents, but countless ways to be loving and supportive. Signing off from the For Love of Parenting podcast. Thanks for listening. Until next time.

What's Up Wednesdays

Hey mama, you have done something incredible—now it’s time to replenish, restore, and refuel. On today's episode we are discussing simple, heartfelt tips on meal planning and nutrition that honor where you are right now.

Want more postpartum information? Well, dive a little deeper!

• How to Ask for Help Postpartum (And Actually Accept It) - Episode 64
• Emotional Highs, Lows & Tears: Navigating Parenthood After Baby - Episode 63
• What is the Fourth Trimester? Understanding the Transition into Parenthood - Episode 62

Contact:
For The Love of Parenting Podcast - Sponsored by Pregnancy Concepts LLC

DM us on IG @pregnacyconcepts

Email us at askus@pregnancyconcepts.com

Remember, as parents, do your best—there are no perfect parents, but countless ways to be loving and supportive. Signing off from the For Love of Parenting podcast. Thanks for listening. Until next time.

What's Up Wednesdays!

Ever feel like you should be able to handle everything in postpartum - but deep down, you're barely holding it together? You're not alone. On today's episode, we're talking about the real challenge of asking for help and actually letting yourself accept it. So come on!

Dive deeper into this month's postpartum series:

What is the Fourth Trimester? Understanding the Transition into Parenthood - Episode 62

Emotional Hights, Lows & Tears: Navigating Parenthood After Baby - Episode 63

Contact:
For The Love of Parenting Podcast - Sponsored by Pregnancy Concepts LLC

DM us on IG @pregnacyconcepts

Email us at askus@pregnancyconcepts.com

Remember, as parents, do your best—there are no perfect parents, but countless ways to be loving and supportive. Signing off from the For Love of Parenting podcast. Thanks for listening. Until next time.