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EP420// Why Moms Struggle With Back-to-School—and How to Flip the Script This Year

Today we are tackling something that every mom is feeling right now, the back to school tidal wave.  If it feels more like a looming deadline vs. a fresh start then you are not alone.  I know in our household our kids are already disappointed that their days of sleeping in and relaxing evenings without homework are numbered.  As a mom I am starting to look at my workblocks in the day and realizing that they will need to shift.  Soon a lot of my time will be dedicated to my part time job as an unpaid Uber driver, especially after our three kids each join different flag football teams, each with a different schedule. In today's episode we will be focusing on: the common struggles and pitfalls with transitioning back to the school schedule, mindset shifts we need to make, and something special I created just for YOU to help make this transition a bit easier and more fun.  Grab your favorite cool summer drink and let’s jump in. 
Special Announcement: 
Join our 3 day challenge happening this week, August 13-15th.  This challenge isn’t just another to-do—it's a powerful, practical way to take back control of the chaotic transition from summer to school. When you join you get daily prompts to help you shift into school mode, bonus podcast episodes with special guests, a facebook community of other moms to help keep you accountable, and exclusive private podcast episodes just for you!  I wanted to create a challenge that was easy, practical, fun, and where everyone was a winner!
Sign up here: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/back2basics
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comFree Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my website

EP419// End Summer Well: Opening and Closing Ceremonies to Help Your Family Transition with Calm

How is your summer? Are you ready for it to wind down? Are you counting down the days until school starts (or is that just me)? As we see school looming on the horizon we are reminded of closing and opening ceremonies.  Kendra Adachi talks about the importance of ceremonies when transitioning seasons.  Transitioning to summer and transitioning back to school can be some of the most challenging and most demanding seasons. Today we are talking about the importance of closing and opening ceremonies, how to create ceremonies, and examples you can take and use for your family ceremonies.  You’ll be amazed how even the simplest traditions bring peace, presence, and joy. Closing and opening ceremonies can be key in helping us to mentally, physically, and emotionally transition from season to season.  They can be activities or traditions that we do with or without thinking about them that signify the end of a season and the beginning of a new season.  Adding closing and opening ceremonies will make the transition between events or seasons easier and more enjoyable.  So grab a cold summer drink and let’s get started.
 
Reminder: 
We want to help make your transition back to school smooth and easy.  To make this fun and give you practical tools we will be hosting a Back 2 Basics School Challenge, starting next week (August 13-15th). 
This challenge is not your normal challenge instead it's designed to:  
Actually help you, and give you practical tools to transition from summer to school, so that you don’t feel like you’ve been run over by a freight train.
Give you a prize for participating - yep! Just like Oprah (you get a prize and you get a prize).  If you participate you get a prize! We are all busy people doing all the things.  It’s nice to know that challenges can be fun, easy, and rewarding! 
Here’s the link to sign up (totally free!): https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/back2basics
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comFree Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my websiteCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP418//Work-Life Balance for Working Moms: How to Set Boundaries, Ditch Guilt & Align Your Values with Guest Courtney Cecil

Parenting, managing a job, and balancing it all can be overwhelming, but that is exactly why I wanted to introduce you to our guest, Courtney Cecil.  Courtney and I connected when we both spoke at the Busy Mom’s Blueprint Summit in the spring.  Courtney Cecil lives in Charlotte, NC with her husband and two boys. In addition to serving as Head of Culture at a Fortune 50, she is also a speaker and the founder of Working Moms Movement, where she coaches on work/life balance to help parents reclaim their control and free time so they can be at their best for their families and their jobs without losing themselves.  Pull up a chair and grab your coffee as Courtney and I talk about work life balance, prioritizing and knowing what you value, and how to manage boundaries as busy working moms.
 
Connect with Courtney Cecil:
@workingmomsmovement
workingmomsmovement.com/todo
hello@workingmomsmovement.com
 
Reminder: 
As a reminder this fall we have some extra events coming up (challenges, workshops, and our group coaching program will start in the fall), so make sure you are getting all the insider emails.  If you are not getting the insider emails  then go check out the contact page on the website: www.byrdmichelle.com,or shoot us an email at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  
The doors to our Group Coaching Program, Get Your Time Back will be open in the fall!  It will be a 10 week power packed month of personal and group coaching, with a small group of 6-8 people.   We will revamp schedules, routines, and systems using strategic time management tools personalized for you, so that you can create your dream week.  Spots will be filling up fast, so if you don’t want to miss it grab your spot on the waitlist: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist 
If you need some help NOW navigating your summer here are some free resource gifts from me, just go to www.byrdmichelle.com:
Leave a voice message on my website and I will answer your questions on the podcast (literally free coaching)
Grab the productivity planner, that I use with my clients to help them map out their week 
Book a free 20 min discovery call and we can connect
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP417// Parenting a Strong-Willed Child Without Losing Your Mind: Gentle Strategies with Michelle McVittie

Parenting is challenging in itself, but when you have a stong-willed child it can feel impossible.  Simple tasks like getting up and getting to school on time can feel like a battle and turn every day into chaos.  It’s hard to be a patient parent in those stressful situations, but that is exactly why I wanted to introduce you to our guest, Michelle McVittie.  Michelle and I connected when we both spoke at the Busy Mom’s Blueprint Summit.  Michelle McVittie is a child life specialist and parenting coach with over two decades of experience in pediatric medical and mental health. She is the author of “I Quit! Oh Wait I'm the Mom” and the parenting expert for her local news station in Hamilton, Ontario CHCH Morning Live.  Pull up a chair and grab your coffee as Michelle and I talk about simple mindset shifts we can make as parents that can completely change the dynamic in your home, and the importance of consistency for setting boundaries with love.
 
Connect With Michelle McVittie:
https://www.instagram.com/momthemanager/
https://ca.pinterest.com/momthemanager/
https://mailchi.mp/f86b21a5a6e5/make-space-for-calm-and-clarity
https://mailchi.mp/71b9de31529d/what-the-baby-books-didnt-tell-you-free-training
Reminder: 
As a reminder this fall we have some extra events coming up (challenges, workshops, and our group coaching program will start in the fall), so make sure you are getting all the insider emails.  If you are not getting the insider emails  then go check out the contact page on the website: www.byrdmichelle.com,or shoot us an email at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  
The doors to our Group Coaching Program, Get Your Time Back will be open in the fall!  It will be a 10 week power packed month of personal and group coaching, with a small group of 6-8 people.   We will revamp schedules, routines, and systems using strategic time management tools personalized for you, so that you can create your dream week.  Spots will be filling up fast, so if you don’t want to miss it grab your spot on the waitlist: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist 
If you need some help NOW navigating your summer here are some free resource gifts from me, just go to www.byrdmichelle.com:
Leave a voice message on my website and I will answer your questions on the podcast (literally free coaching)
Grab the productivity planner, that I use with my clients to help them map out their week 
Book a free 20 min discovery call and we can connect
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP416// Pee When You Sneeze? Real Mom Talk On Healing Your Core & Pelvic Floor With Guest Laura Curren

As busy moms it is often hard for us to take the time to care for our own physical health.  We are so busy caring for our kids and our family that our own health gets swept to the side.  Many women experience pelvic floor issues after giving birth and just accept the symptoms instead of working with a therapist to bring healing.  The topic of pelvic floor health and physical issues after childbirth can be difficult to talk about.  Many moms shy away from getting help or knowing how to treat symptoms of a damaged pelvic floor because they don’t know where to go to get help or they don’t realize the benefits of physical therapy, but that is exactly why I wanted to introduce you to our guest today, Laura Curren.  Lauren and I connected when we both spoke at the Busy Mom’s Blueprint Summit.  Laura is the founder of Dynamic Flow Physical Therapy, an expert in pelvic health, aiding women’s recovery from childbirth and those struggling with pelvic-related conditions through a holistic approach. She leverages her experience with athletes and various individuals to pinpoint underlying issues and empower them with self-management strategies for a robust recovery. Laura also supports women navigating perimenopause and menopause, working with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care. Today we are going to talk about how we can know we have an issue with our pelvic floor, and practical treatment steps we can take as busy moms.  Pull up a chair and grab your coffee, and join our discussion. 
How To Connect With Laura: 
Http://Dynamicflowpt.com
@dynamicflowphysicaltherapy
Free pelvic health guide: https://dynamicflowpt.com/pelvic-floor-101
Reminder: 
As a reminder this fall we have some extra events coming up (challenges, workshops, and our group coaching program will start in the fall), so make sure you are getting all the insider emails.  If you are not getting the insider emails  then go check out the contact page on the website: www.byrdmichelle.com,or shoot us an email at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  
The doors to our Group Coaching Program, Get Your Time Back will be open in the fall!  It will be a 10 week power packed month of personal and group coaching, with a small group of 6-8 people.   We will revamp schedules, routines, and systems using strategic time management tools personalized for you, so that you can create your dream week.  Spots will be filling up fast, so if you don’t want to miss it grab your spot on the waitlist:  https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist 
If you need some help NOW navigating your summer here are some free resource gifts from me, just go to www.byrdmichelle.com:
Leave a voice message on my website and I will answer your questions on the podcast (literally free coaching)
Grab the productivity planner, that I use with my clients to help them map out their week 
Book a free 20 min discovery call and we can connect
 
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP415// Tired All the Time? How Busy Moms Can Beat Fatigue and Boost Energy Naturally with Guest Michelle McCoy

As busy moms more often than not we struggle with exhaustion and fatigue.  We find it hard to get up in the morning, or work through the afternoon slump without the third cup of coffee.  If you are looking for some practical actions you can take to have more energy, then you will love today’s episode.  We have a very dear friend, Michelle McCoy with us today.  Michelle is a fatigue expert, board-certified holistic & functional Health Coach, and host of the Treasured Wellness Christian Podcast.  Michelle helps high achieving Christian women in midlife to break free from their daily fatigue and foggy thinking so that they feel energized and sharp again. Using individualized, targeted support combined with renewed biblical mindset shifts; she teaches women to treasure their temple in a way that fits their lifestyle for a life and legacy of wellness.  God called Michelle to pursue holistic health when conventional medicine failed her sick daughter. Living out a health crisis recovering from a debilitating fatigue condition herself brought Michelle even closer to her God-given purpose.  Michelle finds joy in simple things like dark chocolate, a perfect avocado, a great book, walking in the woods & watching her chickens have ‘playtime’ in the backyard.  Pull up a chair and grab your water, and join us as we talk about all things energy and fatigue.
How to Contact with Michelle McCoy: 
Treasured Wellness Podcast
https://www.facebook.com/twellness/
https://www.instagram.com/michelletreasuredwellness/
michelle@treasuredwellness.com
Freebie: https://treasuredwellness.com/blueprint/
https://treasuredwellness.com/
 
REMINDER:
As a reminder this fall we have some extra events coming up (challenges, workshops, and our group coaching program will start in the fall), so make sure you are getting all the insider emails.  If you are not getting the insider emails  then go check out the contact page on the website: www.byrdmichelle.com,or shoot us an email at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  
The doors to our Group Coaching Program, Get Your Time Back will be open in the fall!  It will be a 10 week power packed month of personal and group coaching, with a small group of 6-8 people.   We will revamp schedules, routines, and systems using strategic time management tools personalized for you, so that you can create your dream week.  Spots will be filling up fast, so if you don’t want to miss it grab your spot on the waitlist: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist 
If you need some help NOW navigating your summer here are some free resource gifts from me, just go to www.byrdmichelle.com:
Leave a voice message on my website and I will answer your questions on the podcast (literally free coaching)
Grab the productivity planner, that I use with my clients to help them map out their week 
Book a free 20 min discovery call and we can connect
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP414// Summer Success Series Wrap-Up: Your Busy Mom Summer Survival Guide In One Place

Are you finding it hard to navigate summer?  Have you just given up and let the kids run feral in the backyard? Maybe you booked them for every camp and activity under the sun hoping to get some time to yourself to work or rest? If you have been listening to the Summer Success Series, 10 weeks of episodes to give you a life line by helping you manage and plan your summer, so that you can actually enjoy it then you already have practical tips to help you navigate your summer! This series was created to help you build a summer that works for your family, not against you.  We talk about setting boundaries, establishing expectations, communicating with kids, time blocking to manage your week, establishing a summer rhythm, mindsets to avoid, activities to keep your kids busy (no matter what age), planning out the big three month picture, and so much more.  Just in case you missed some of the episodes today we are going to give a quick recap to save you time, and help you know exactly which episode to go back and listen to.   Let’s get started!
 
Reminder:
As a reminder this fall we have some extra events coming up (challenges, workshops, and our group coaching program will start in the fall), so make sure you are getting all the insider emails.  If you are not getting the insider emails  then go check out the contact page on the website: www.byrdmichelle.com,or shoot us an email at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  
The doors to our Group Coaching Program, Get Your Time Back will be open in the fall!  It will be a 10 week power packed month of personal and group coaching, with a small group of 6-8 people.   We will revamp schedules, routines, and systems using strategic time management tools personalized for you, so that you can create your dream week.  Spots will be filling up fast, so if you don’t want to miss it grab your spot on the waitlist. Here is the link and all the information: https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist 
If you need some help NOW navigating your summer here are some free resource gifts from me, just go to www.byrdmichelle.com:
Leave a voice message on my website and I will answer your questions on the podcast (literally free coaching)
Grab the productivity planner, that I use with my clients to help them map out their week 
Book a free 20 min discovery call and we can connect
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP4// Coffee & Tea, With M&E: Surviving Summer Without Losing Your Mind — or Your Library Books

You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things.  Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted this summer, keeping our kids busy this summer, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! We wanted to provide moms with real life examples of time management, organization, and pivoting when life throws you curveballs. So grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us! 
Connect With Emily at: 
Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast 
website: https://simplebyemmy.com/podcast/
 
Reminder: 
As a reminder this fall we have some extra events coming up (challenges, workshops, and our group coaching program will start in the fall), so make sure you are getting all the insider emails.  If you are not getting the insider emails  then go check out the contact page on the website: www.byrdmichelle.com,or shoot us an email at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  
The doors to our Group Coaching Program, Get Your Time Back will be open in the fall!  It will be a 10 week power packed month of personal and group coaching, with a small group of 6-8 people.   We will revamp schedules, routines, and systems using strategic time management tools personalized for you, so that you can create your dream week.  Spots will be filling up fast, so if you don’t want to miss it grab your spot on the waitlist:  https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist 
If you need some help NOW navigating your summer here are some free resource gifts from me, just go to www.byrdmichelle.com:
Leave a voice message on my website and I will answer your questions on the podcast (literally free coaching)
Grab the productivity planner, that I use with my clients to help them map out their week 
Book a free 20 min discovery call and we can connect
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comFree Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my websiteCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom

EP413// Overwhelmed by Summer? 10 Real Stressors for Working Moms (And How to Fix Them)

Ever tried to take a zoom call while your teen raids the fridge like it’s the Hunger Games? Or tried mapping out a project plan while also mapping out a carpool schedule for camps, hangouts, and grandma’s house? Then you know the frustration of summer when you’re juggling what feels like two full-time jobs, parenting and working.  It can be overwhelming!  That’s why I created the Summer Success Series,  10 weeks of episodes to give you a life line by helping you manage and plan your summer, so that you can actually enjoy it! Today as we jump into the last episode in our series, we are focusing on the top ten reasons as working moms we might be stressed out this summer and how to fix them.  If you missed any of the other episodes, go back and listen for practical tips to manage your summer.  Let’s get started!
 
Reminder:
As we finish up this Summer Success Series, we have one more wrap up episode next week where we will summarize all the episodes and tie them up with a nice bow.  In the meantime make sure you are getting all the insider emails.  If you are not getting the insider emails  then go check out the contact page on the website: www.byrdmichelle.com, or shoot us an email at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  
Hopefully you enjoyed all the speakers at The Motherhood Made Easier Summit.  It was such a fun event!  If you missed it, they do have options to upgrade your ticket to VIP and get bonus access to all the recordings if you would like to listen to amazing speakers, get free giveaways, and all kinds of stuff! Just use the link below to grab your ticket! https://series.mothermotivated.com/Byrd
If you need some help NOW navigating your summer here are some free resource gifts from me, just go to www.byrdmichelle.com:
Leave a voice message on my website and I will answer your questions on the podcast (literally free coaching)
Grab the productivity planner, that I use with my clients to help them map out their week 
Book a free 20 min discovery call and we can connect
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comFree Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my websiteCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom
 

EP412// 5 Boundaries Every Mom Needs To Protect Her Joy And Energy All Summer Long

As we gear up for summer it can seem daunting.  Summer schedules are typically boundary and responsibility free.  Between spontaneous playdates, vacations, family visits, day trips, work, staying up late, and constantly shifting routines, it’s easy for working moms to lose structure, and find themselves in chaos.  But the good news is that boundaries don’t box you in, they actually set you free. Today we are continuing our Summer Success Series, ten weeks of episodes to give you a life line by helping you manage and plan your summer, so that you can actually enjoy it.  In this episode #9, we focus on five boundaries every mom needs to set in place to protect her joy and energy all summer long.   Let’s get started!
 
REMINDER
A head’s up we have some extra surprises in store for this month, so make sure you are getting all the insider emails.  If you are not getting the insider emails  then go check out the contact page on the website: www.byrdmichelle.com,or shoot us an email at contact@byrdmichelle.com.  
Did you grab your ticket? If not there’s still time! The summit just started  June 9th! I will be a speaker at The Motherhood Made Easier Summit, and I would love for you to join me! It's a totally free event (they do have options to upgrade your ticket to VIP and get bonus access to all the recordings), listen to amazing speakers, get free giveaways , and all kinds of stuff! Just use the link below to grab your ticket! https://series.mothermotivated.com/Byrd
If you need some help navigating your summer here are some gifts for you, you can find them all at my website: www.byrdmichelle.com
Leave a voice message on my website and get your questions answered on the podcast 
Grab the productivity planner 
Book a free 20 min discovery call
I pray this blesses you!MichellePS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn’t working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at:Email: contact@byrdmichelle.comwebsite: www.byrdmichelle.comCome join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom