If you've ever felt stuck, this episode is for you.

Cara is joined by guest Chevaunne Macpherson, who shares her inspiring story of transformation. Motivated by personal tragedy and a desire to be healthier for her family ,

Chevaunne embarked on a journey that led to losing 117 pounds and becoming an avid runner.

But the changes were more than physical. She discusses the mindset shifts, the simple "one-change-a-week" method that made it all possible, and how prioritizing her own well-being has made her a calmer and more connected mom.

TLFMTR (Too LONG for Mom to read):

- You don’t have to do everything at once. Make one small, manageable change to your diet and fitness each week to build sustainable habits.
- True transformation starts with a mindset shift, like learning to live with grief instead of in it.
Prioritizing your health is a gift to your children, making you a calmer parent and a powerful role model.
Taking care of your body has unexpected mental benefits, helping to manage stress and the overstimulation of motherhood.
Your partnership needs to be nurtured separately from your parenting to maintain that essential connection.

What is one small, gentle step you can take this week to move toward the version of yourself you want to become?

Remember, you are a great mom, and you're not alone in this.

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This week, Shawna and Cara dive into the emotional weight of other people’s opinions and how to stop letting them dictate your motherhood.

If you’ve ever smiled through criticism or questioned your instincts, this episode is your reminder that you know best.

TLFMTR (Too LONG for Mom to read):

- The subtle ways feedback can shake your confidence
- The emotional aftermath of people-pleasing
- Cara’s powerful story on internalizing blame
- Tips for tuning out noise and tuning into your truth
- The power of modeling self-trust for our kids
What would it feel like to trust yourself more than the opinions around you?

You are the expert on your own motherhood and that’s more than enough.

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In this episode, Shawna and Cara get real about postpartum body image, recovery after C-sections, and what it really means to feel good in your body again.

For any mom feeling like a stranger in her own skin this one's for you.

TLFMTR (Too LONG for Mom to read):

• - The emotional shock of looking “still pregnant” after delivery
  - How shifting focus from “looking good” to “feeling good” changed everything
  - What helped Cara heal mentally and physically after fertility struggles
  - Jeanette Yee’s magical role in C-section recovery and mindset transformation
  Why healing doesn’t require perfection just a five-minute start
  What would it feel like to stop chasing your pre-baby body and start honoring the body that carried you here?

  
  

Your worth isn't measured by your waistline.

You are strong, worthy, and mom enough exactly as you are.

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