The Motherhood Village Podcast

Brief summary of show: In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, we are joined by special guest Dr. Noor Ali, a Bangladeshi American medical doctor turned health insurance expert, who shares her journey of motherhood and entrepreneurship.  Dr. Noor discusses strategies on managing multiple businesses through time blocking, prioritizing tasks, and outsourcing. She also shares the inspiration behind her ventures, including her platform, 'Think Like a Woman,' and her new beverage brand, 'Happy Panda.' Our conversation goes into practical tips for maintaining peace of mind, setting boundaries, and the importance of gratitude in achieving personal and business goals. We talk about: * 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background * 01:15 Favorite Book Recommendation * 03:16 Time Management Strategies * 06:27 Google Chrome Profiles for Productivity * 08:21 Letting Go of Control * 10:46 Outsourcing and Delegation * 16:47 Negotiation and Asking for What You Want * 18:48 The Birth of 'Think Like a Woman' * 19:44 Creating Curated Experiences * 24:16 Balancing Ambition and Gratitude * 30:04 Introducing Happy Panda * 32:58 Final Thoughts and Connection Resources * The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan [https://www.amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results/dp/1885167776] Connect with Dr. Noor * https://drnoorhealth.com/ [https://drnoorhealth.com/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.noorhealth/ [https://www.instagram.com/dr.noorhealth/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/think.likeawoman/ [https://www.instagram.com/think.likeawoman/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkhappypanda/ [https://www.instagram.com/drinkhappypanda/]  Connect with Nicole  * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ [https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 [https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/] * https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ [https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA]

In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, we are joined by special guest Amber Jayne, an early childhood expert with nearly 30 years of experience. Her mission is to inspire parents and fellow child whisperers to become the best guides during those early years of growth. We discuss impactful books, the importance of being present, and essential factors parents should consider when selecting high-quality child care centers. Ms. Amber also shares her journey of opening her first preschool at age 23 while navigating motherhood and entrepreneurship.  The conversation also gets into the challenges and shifts in education, including the growing popularity of homeschooling and micro-schools. Ms. Amber provides valuable advice on supporting struggling students within the traditional school system and highlights the importance of strong communication with teachers. Finally, Amber introduces her venture, The Loving Start Way, offering resources and support for current and aspiring childcare professionals. We talk about: * 0:00 Introduction and Guest Background * 00:20 Impactful Books and Personal Growth * 01:47 Choosing the Right Child Care Center - day care, preschool, etc.  * 08:47 Opening a Preschool: Lessons Amber Learned * 11:51 How Did You Invest In Yourself to Become A Teacher/Educator * 16:19 Homeschooling and Alternative Education * 19:57 Ways Parents Can Advocate For Their Child In The School System * 23:01 The Loving Start Way method & services offered * 25:32 Final Thoughts and Parting Words Resources * The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle [https://www.amazon.ca/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808] Connect with Amber * https://thelovingstartway.com/ [https://thelovingstartway.com/] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheABCsofPreschoolPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@TheABCsofPreschoolPodcast] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THELOVINGSTARTWAY [https://www.instagram.com/THELOVINGSTARTWAY] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amber.farman/ [https://www.facebook.com/amber.farman/] Connect with Nicole  * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ [https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 [https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/] * https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ [https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA]

Thank you to Eaton Financial Group for supporting our mission and podcast! Eaton Financial Group's [https://eatonfinancialgroup.com/] motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit eatonfinancialgroup.com [http://eatonfinancialgroup.com/] to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you.  Learn more about joining The Motherhood Village community [https://themotherhoodvillage.myflodesk.com/tmvcommunity] and the resources we provide.  Brief summary of show: In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, we are joined by special guest Ilana Shapiro Yahdav, an advanced certified grief recovery specialist.  Known for her personal experience of losing her father to brain cancer right after her 24th birthday, Ilana shares her journey through grief recovery and her commitment to helping others, notably mothers, navigate their own grieving processes. The conversation explores the concept of 'matrescence'—the transition into motherhood—and how it parallels adolescence, impacting identity and emotional wellbeing. Ilana introduces practical strategies for self-care, building community, and validating the complex emotions that accompany motherhood. She also provides insights on coping with the lingering psychological impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and emphasizes the importance of compassion and communication. We talk about: * 0:00 Introduction and Guest Background * 01:20 The Power of Words in Healing * 04:24 Understanding Matrescence: The Transition to Motherhood * 06:47 Navigating Grief and Motherhood * 16:14 Practical Tips for Moms: Self-Care and Compassion * 22:53 Building Community and Support Systems Post-Pandemic * 31:43 Final Thoughts and Parting Words Resources * The Alchemist [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-alchemist-paulo-coelho/1100248293;jsessionid=4D18DA1D73F7A5234D17EDB921E55167.prodny_store02-atgap08?ean=9780062315007] by Paul Coelho Connect with Ilana * https://thenonlinearjourney.com/ [https://thenonlinearjourney.com/] * Scheduling link for Discovery call: https://tidycal.com/ilanayahdav/30-minute-meeting [https://tidycal.com/ilanayahdav/30-minute-meeting] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenonlinearjourneylife/ [https://www.instagram.com/thenonlinearjourneylife/]  * FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheNonLinearJourney [https://www.facebook.com/TheNonLinearJourney] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-non-linear-journey/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-non-linear-journey/] * Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thenonlinearjourney/ [https://www.pinterest.com/thenonlinearjourney/] Connect with Nicole  * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ [https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 [https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/] * https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ [https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA]

Thank you to Eaton Financial Group for supporting our mission and podcast! Eaton Financial Group's [https://eatonfinancialgroup.com/] motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit eatonfinancialgroup.com [http://eatonfinancialgroup.com/] to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you.  Learn more about joining The Motherhood Village community [https://themotherhoodvillage.myflodesk.com/tmvcommunity] ad the resources we provide.  Brief summary of show: In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, we are joined by special guest Jamie Blicher, founder of Glitter Enthusiast. Jamie shares her journey of battling infertility and how she found solace and empowerment through painting with IVF needles.  Transitioning from secrecy to building a supportive community, Jamie discusses the impact of her art and her mission to help others by teaching art classes with IVF needles. She touches on her background in fashion merchandising and how it has influenced the growth of her business. The conversation delves into the importance of support systems for those facing infertility and the role of advocacy and education in the future of fertility. We talk about: * 0:00 Introduction and Guest Background * 02:59 Favorite Books and Inspirations * 04:53 The Creation of Glitter Enthusiast * 05:54 The Power of Art in Overcoming Struggles * 08:16 Sharing her IVF Journey on Social Media * 12:42 Support and Community in Infertility * 18:27 Turning Art into a Business * 23:04 Future of Fertility and Final Thoughts Resources * Why We Buy [https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Buy-Science-Shopping/dp/0684849143] * Work of ART Book [https://www.infertileafgroup.com/books] Connect with Jamie * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glitterenthusiast/ [https://www.instagram.com/glitterenthusiast/] * https://glitterenthusiast.com/ [https://glitterenthusiast.com/] Connect with Nicole  * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ [https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 [https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/] * https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ [https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA]

Thank you to Eaton Financial Group for supporting our mission and podcast! Eaton Financial Group's [https://eatonfinancialgroup.com/] motto is to live well, work hard and give generously. The firm specializes in helping women who handle household financial planning by acting in a fiduciary capacity – meaning your best interests are their first priority. For a relaxed and no-obligation cup of coffee and transparent information about creating a financial portfolio – live or virtually – visit eatonfinancialgroup.com [http://eatonfinancialgroup.com/] to set an appointment. Tell them The Motherhood Village sent you.  Learn more about joining The Motherhood Village community [https://themotherhoodvillage.myflodesk.com/tmvcommunity] as an official member Brief summary of show: In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, we are joined by special guest Elizabeth Milian, a first-generation professional and passionate trademark attorney.  Elizabeth, also an entrepreneur and devoted mother, shares her journey of balancing her career in law and parenting, her appreciation for art and business, and her efforts in shaping a better world for her children. She delves into the importance of trademarks, particularly for women in business, offering a captivating example of Taylor Swift’s strategic trademarks. Elizabeth also talks about her advocacy work with The Lucy Project [https://www.lucyproject.org/], a nonprofit aiding children with learning difficulties, driven by her personal experience with her son’s dyslexia. The episode is packed with practical advice on achieving a balanced life, the significance of intellectual property protection, and the power of community and support among women. We talk about: * 0:00 Introduction and Guest Background * 01:36 Elizabeth's Favorite Book: The Selling Staircase * 04:10 Navigating Multiple Roles: Strategies for Balance - its not what you think!  * 05:34 Morning Routine Changes for Better Balance * 06:35 The Importance of Grace and Adaptation * 08:37 Discussing the Lucy Project * 09:44 The Impact of Literacy and Dyslexia * 13:36 Introduction to Trademark Law * 15:51 The Power of Trademarks for Women in Business * 24:07 Elizabeth's Personal Experiences and Advocacy * 26:04 Empowering the Next Generation * 28:22 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Elizabeth Resources The Selling Staircase by Nikki Rausch [https://www.amazon.ca/Selling-Staircase-Mastering-Art-Relationship-ebook/dp/B07SRKN7TN] Connect with Elizabeth * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplyclaims [https://www.instagram.com/simplyclaims] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmilian/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmilian/] * https://www.elizabethmilianlaw.com/ [https://www.elizabethmilianlaw.com/] Connect with Nicole  * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ [https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 [https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/] * https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ [https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA]