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Celebrating Hanukkah Without the Overwhelm ft. Blair (E18)
In this special Hanukkah episode of the Bold Little Minds Momcast, Krissy chats with Blair, a maternal health OT and mother, about her family's Hanukkah celebrations. Blair discusses the historical and cultural significance of Hanukkah, emphasizing the festival's theme of perseverance and light. She shares her family traditions, such as lighting the menorah, making latkes, playing dreidel, community gatherings, and giving experience-based gifts. Blair also talks about the balance between her Jewish traditions and the prevalent Christmas culture. The episode highlights the importance of mindfulness and making every moment special, especially during the holidays.
5 Ways to Plan Your Holiday Season to Avoid Burnout and Disappointment (E17)
In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy, a mother of two young boys, offers five practical tips for avoiding disappointment during the busy holiday season. Krissy shares personal anecdotes about her Thanksgiving and emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and flexibility to ensure a joyful holiday. Tips include creating lists of important traditions and people to prioritize, planning with buffer time, organizing gifts and wrapping early, and preparing food and treats in advance. Krissy also highlights the value of clear communication with partners to manage expectations and reduce mom guilt. The episode promises future guest talks on Hanukkah celebrations and Christmas magic, aiming to make the holidays magical for both kids and their parents.
10 Simple Tips for Surviving— and Loving — Thanksgiving with Kids ft. Maria (E16)
In this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy, a mom of two young boys, hosts Maria from Pride and Joy Life to share 10 practical and straightforward tips for enjoying Thanksgiving with children. They discuss strategies for managing expectations, creating kid-friendly spaces, planning for distractions and messes, involving kids in preparations, and building connection and downtime. They emphasize flexibility, realistic expectations, and the importance of having a family tradition to finish the holiday on a relaxing note. The episode aims to help parents navigate the hectic holiday season with more joy and less stress.