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Between the Chaos & Calm: In the Middle of Motherhood

Between the Chaos and Calm: In the Middle of Motherhood with Gloria and Jenna
Montessori
Self-Care
Independent Play
Busyness
Early Childhood Education
Gift Giving
Block Play
Family Dinners
Drop-Off Playdates
Water Safety
Literacy
Mental Load
Schedules and Systems
Parenting Philosophy
Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Play
Holistic Parenting
Montessori Homeschooling
Middle Motherhood
Parent Community

Grab a coffee and lean in with two mom friends as they process the mess, the magic, and everything in between that comes with motherhood.

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Allie McQuaid
Licensed professional counselor; Perinatal mental health specialist
Millennial Mom Therapist / Treehouse Therapy LLC
Episode: 14: Are Moms Okay? Tackling Motherhood Burnout with Mom Therapist Allie McQuaid, LCPC, PMH-C
Ashley Yates
Owner of British Swim School Cypress Spring, water safety educator
British Swim School
Episode: 12. Water Safety Without Panic: Swim Lessons, Floaties & What Parents Really Need to Know: With Ashley Yates, British Swim School Franchise Owner
Melanie Dominguez
Montessori homeschool educator, former traditional classroom teacher
Mel's Montessori
Episode: 10. What the “Play Before 7 Is Enough" Messaging Leaves Out with Educator Melanny Dominguez
Gabby Felman
Licensed clinical social worker; director of child development for Joy Parenting Club; founder of Community of Play
Joy Parenting Club; Community of Play
Episode: 8. The Glimmers & Triggers of Parenting Ages 6-9: with Gabby Felman, MS. Ed, LCSW, PMH-C
Sami Krasny
Progressive educator, play-based homeschool mom, block expert
Guidecraft (block expert and product-related work)
Episode: 6. The Power of Block Play for All Ages — with Play Expert Sami Krasny, MSEd

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Gloria
Host of the show; Montessori homeschooling mom with teaching background; literacy and education-focused.
Jenna
Co-host; play mentor, writer, and content strategist with focus in parent education.

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    Nothing better than experience and sharing real life experiences! Well done sharing your wisdom.

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14: Are Moms Okay? Tackling Motherhood Burnout with Mom Therapist Allie McQuaid, LCPC, PMH-C
Q: What are some of your best tips or tools for managing stress on a daily basis?
Key tips include embracing a good-enough mindset, breaking the day into four quarters to create structure, prioritizing self-care in manageable ways, and redistributing the mental load with real conversations and practical tasks to foster balance.
13. What Parents Need to Know About Today’s Literacy Crisis — Co-Host and Literacy Expert Gloria Breaks It Down
Q: When should parents start focusing on literacy skills, and what practical steps can they take at home?
Parents should begin from birth with rich language exposure and conversations; practical steps include reading aloud daily, talking with children using varied vocabulary, visiting libraries to explore diverse topics, and incorporating background knowledge activities and shared reading that build comprehension, not just quizzing.
13. What Parents Need to Know About Today’s Literacy Crisis — Co-Host and Literacy Expert Gloria Breaks It Down
Q: Can you define literacy and explain why it's more than just reading?
Literacy is a holistic set of communication skills—reading, writing, speaking, and listening—that work together to help a person understand and convey meaning in the world.
12. Water Safety Without Panic: Swim Lessons, Floaties & What Parents Really Need to Know: With Ashley Yates, British Swim School Franchise Owner
Q: How do you handle anxious children and incorporate family involvement into the learning process?
The approach includes keeping the child within a supportive environment, using music and games to reduce anxiety, involving caregivers in early levels, and developing a customized plan through regular team meetings to support the child's progress without overwhelming them.
12. Water Safety Without Panic: Swim Lessons, Floaties & What Parents Really Need to Know: With Ashley Yates, British Swim School Franchise Owner
Q: What should parents look for when selecting a swim program or instructor?
She emphasizes the unregulated nature of the industry, advising parents to ask about instructor training, ongoing education, supervision policies, class format (indoor vs. outdoor), frequency, and how well the program aligns with the child's temperament and needs.

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Two moms in the middle of motherhood share practical, experience-driven conversations about parenting, education, and everyday family life. Episodes blend personal stories with expert insights on topics like Montessori-inspired play, literacy development, child safety, and nurturing mental health, offering balanced perspectives that honor both structured guidance and everyday parenting realities. Notable strengths include a consistent focus on real-world strategies for busy families, a collaborative interview dynamic with subject-matter guests, and an emphasis on building supportive communities for parents. The show often features guests who bring actionable insights for home education, child development, and family well-being, making it he... more

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