I’m so excited to be joined today by a fellow mom and podcast host, Makynna Black. Makynna is a mom, writer, podcaster, AND kindergarten teacher. She lives in southeastern Utah with her husband, 3-year-old son, and well-known neighborhood golden retriever. This girl loves creating. She said she always feels that urge to be creating something, from a new episode she's writing and recording, to lesson plans, designing logos, choreography, and painting props for a school play, and even her hilariou...

Dr. Sandy Zanella is a mom of 2, a physician by training and a family yoga teacher. She is the author and creator of “Happy Yogis”. A colorful pose by pose book inspired by her kids. She wants to encourage children to love and accept themselves as they are and dreams with helping families thrive and find joy together. As a hobby she is a content creator and loves sharing about her motherhood journey and how to integrate yoga and mindfulness throughout the day with children. http://mymindfulmoml...

Randi Seltzer Bonica is a vegan mama, a children's book author, an animal advocate, and a jewelry maker. She lives with her husband Steve, her son, Murray, and her six rescue cats in Rockaway Beach, New York City. Salt and Sparkle-- randi@shopsaltandsparkle.com https://www.shopsaltandsparkle.com/ https://instagram.com/saltandsparkle Vegan Family Book-- https://tiktok.com/veganmamabear https://www.instagram.com/madveganbooks/ https://www.madveganbooks.com https://www.amazon.com/Vegan-Family-Ran...

Happy New Year! I want to talk to you about how to thrive as a creative mom in 2022. 1. Make yourself a priority. 2. Find your space at home to work. 3. Form a habit. 4. Join a community of moms. 5. Be the CEO of your creative life. Love yourself. Allow yourself to succeed. Root yourself on make 2022 the year you start your business or just give yourself time to be creative. You’ve got this. To join the Moms Who Create Book Club: https://bookclubz.com/clubs/5959705/join/a63817/ Click the l...

Allyson Wilson is a graphic designer, beautifully talented illustrator, and of course a mom. She’s been in the graphic design business for over 12 years, based in the Pittsburgh area with her husband and 2 children, ages 5 and 2. She believes in always finding that silver lining in all situations, and you’ll hear her story about how that silver lining became a huge artistic opportunity that changed her career path. I hope you’ll be inspired and encouraged by Allyson to find your creative mom com...

Designer, Printer, Mom and Entrepreneur, Adena Raben. This episode was extra fun because I got to interview an old friend I went to college with. Adena was raised in a family who loves and appreciates art, so she attributes her love for creating to her family. She is a wife, mother and entrepreneur, and graduated from USI with an Art Degree/Graphic Design emphasis. Adena started her business in 2013, a year before graduating. She’s been freelancing since before graduation in 2014 and couldn’...

Michelle Tooker is a writer, entrepreneur and marketer based in Philadelphia. She's a mom to two boys, ages 2 and 5. Until recently, she was a college marketing director, but left this role to pursue her career as a writer and small business owner. Through her bubble tea merchandise company Bitsy Boba she has published two coloring books for all ages. She also wrote a book of conversation starters for children called "Questions for Kids: 500 Family Friendly Questions to Get Kids Talking" under h...

Today’s guest is the phenomenal artist Corryn Webb, Corryn is a mom and Welsh freelance illustrator and designer based in the mountains on the North Wales coast in the UK. Her illustrations are just brimming over with creativity and imagination. She draws inspiration from the beautiful Welsh natural landscapes around her. She has an eye for detail and a love for mythology and history. Corryn was so much fun to chat with. You're gonna just love her. Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corryn...

Jenny Mouse is an incredible author who focuses on teaching children about their brain. The more you know about your brain, the more you can understand how to learn. Check out her book “Brian the Brain Head Space”, as well as connect with her online at the links below. Her website offers a free monthly learning activity! You can also signup for a free lesson plan for Brian the Brain Head Space. Website— https://travelingchalkboard.com/ Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/travelingchalkboard/ In...

Brittany talks about writing a novel while having a newborn beside her. This incredible mama shares her love for writing and how she can win NaNo, persevere through the tired nights and be an inspiration to moms everywhere. Connect with Brittany Ann: Instagram - @authorbrittanyann9514 Website - https://brittanywitte1495.wixsite.com/brittanyannjackson Her first novel, Batter Up - https://www.amazon.com/Batter-Up-Brittany-Ann-ebook/dp/B09FXVD37H/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=batter+up&qid=1636866369&s=digi...

Musician Moms, this one’s for you. Tara is a teacher, musician, children’s book author and a rockstar mom. She’s been playing in her band Iridesense for over 25 years. Tara has 3 books out now. Her latest release Starlight, has accompanying music. The song is on Spotify, itunes, Amazon etc. and the book is now on Amazon. Check out the links below to follow her, buy her books and music, and get it touch! Instagram - @1heartofficial and @iridesense_official Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ir...

Michelle is an author, mother, and all around superwoman. She has multiple college degrees and is currently working on her PhD. Let her inspire you to go after your passions and goals while giving your children their absolute best childhood. For all things Doodle Dozen, including the full background on how books came about as well as some fun doodle videos and some freebies, visit doodledozen.com. You can also follow Doodle Dozen on all the socials: Instagram: @doodledozen Facebook: @thedood...

Motherhood doesn’t mean we have to stop making art or writing our books. Join me in conversation with incredible mom artists and writers each Monday as we talk about thriving in doing what we love alongside raising the ones we love. I hope to inspire you to live your best creative mom life!