Messages4Moms

You may remember the 5 Love Languages book that Gary Chapman wrote back in the 1990's, but did you know that he wrote a similar book for children?
This week, Tabitha and Shannon will jump into this year's Messages4Mom's book club with the Book: The 5 Love Languages for Children by Gary Chapman. 
Join us as we take this important concept and flip it to see how we can use it to have better, more honest relationships with our children.
 
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This week Tabitha and Shannon prepare for the holiday season by talking about the moments that help bring them closer to their families and friends. With as busy as the holidays are, it is a great time to take a moment to remember the reason why we do all we do.
 
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This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Natalie Horseman; author, nurse, and gifted storyteller.
Natalie brings a rare blend of expertise in child and family development and a heart full of compassion. Her background in healthcare has shaped her unique approach to storytelling—one that weaves resilience, emotional growth, and hope into every page she writes. From uplifting tales of overcoming adversity to playful adventures that ignite curiosity in young readers, her work reminds us that stories can heal, empower, and connect us.
In this episode, we dive into Natalie’s creative process, her passion for supporting families through life’s toughest moments, and the magic behind crafting books that resonate with readers of all ages. If you’re a mom looking for inspiration, encouragement, or simply a great conversation—you won’t want to miss this one.
 
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This week Tabitha and Shannon talk about the upcoming holiday season. Does the stress of traveling impact you? Does the stress of staying home and hosting a crowd give you reason to hide? Join us as we talk about the pros and cons of holiday plans and how we can take moments to relax from the stress.
 
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The holidays can be joyful - and a lot! Between family dynamics, endless to-do lists, and trying to make everything perfect, moms often carry the emotional and physical workload.
This week, Tabitha and Shannon sit down with therapist, Karen White, for a heart-to-heart chat on how to not only manage holiday stress, but to advocate for your and your family's needs.
So, take a deep breath, grab a warm beverage, and tune in: this one's all about creating a smoother, happier, and more focused holiday season.
 
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This week we welcome Lynsey Martin, children's author and time management educator. Lynsey shares with us her writing journey along with some practical and fun tips to help you, your children and family find ways to blend adventures and agendas. 
 
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This week Tabitha and Shannon talk about the importance of self-care, especially with the busy holiday season fast approaching. Let's hit the pause button together and talk about why we find it hard to put our needs first and share important take aways on why you should make yourself a priority.
 
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What Happens when a mother's love meets the power of storytelling?  This week Tabitha and Shannon sit down with Ashley Wall, writer and founder of Mama Bear Publishing Company. 
Ashely shares her journey on her inspiration to create books, the importance of sharing kindness & hope and how that worked together to create her publishing company.
Have you ever wanted to write children's books? Ashely shares the process and how to connect with her to share your ideas!
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Music by Viacheslav Starostin from Pixabay

Join Tabitha and Shannon as we welcome Michelle Anthony, Regional Director with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a program founded by the legendary Dolly Parton to inspire a love of reading. Discover how Michelle connects communities to this heartfelt initiative, delivering free books to children from birth to age five, fostering early literacy and empowering young minds. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about building stronger communities through the gift of stories!
 
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It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood!
In this episode Tabitha and Shannon are honored to sit down with Sarah Goehring, the Director of Programs at the Fred Rogers Insititute - The legacy organization inspired by the timeless wisdom of Mister Rogers himself.
We explore how the institute continues to uplift families, caregivers and professionals through the power of meaningful connections, emotional development and everyday kindness. 
Through their different initiatives, we are reminded that being present, compassionate and authentic can truly change lives - starting within our own homes.
 
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