Special Kind of Motherhood | Stress, Sleep Deprivation, Hormone Imbalance, Healthy Foods
Natural Health Tips for Busy Moms To Feel Their Best **TOP 2% of Podcasts in the World** Do you want to switch to more natural products in your home, but every time you try to, you end up feeling overwhelmed by all the options and information out there, so you just give up? Wanting to have a garden to grow food for your family, but you don’t have the time to research how to get started? Does it feel like your dreams of homesteading and holistic living will never happen because of the extra cost it would take? Feel like if you can’t do this whole natural living thing perfectly, there’s no point at all in even trying? Welcome, friend! This podcast is going to help you learn how to work towards your dream for homesteading, gardening, and holistic living in small, simple steps that WON’T overwhelm you. Hi, I’m Ashley. I’m a wife, Jesus follower, and Mom to some amazing kids. As I began having children, we quickly realized that several of our kids had some special needs. This sent me on a journey of nonstop research and countless hours of trying to figure out ways that I could make changes to our lifestyle to help my children thrive, despite the challenges. I was so stressed out, feeling like I needed to change everything at one time. I was keeping up with therapies, dietary changes, communication challenges, while also trying to implement this holistic lifestyle, and I was BURNT OUT. I finally realized that this all-or-nothing mentality was keeping me paralyzed from actually making real, lasting, progress on my goal for helping my kids. I had to decide to start making one small change at a time, then build from there. It was a process of learning to let go and rest in Jesus, to learn that even if I couldn’t get rid of all of the toxins in our home, or only give my family organic food, Jesus had me on this journey to better health for my family and I had to do it in a way that was sustainable as a busy Mom caring for my neurodiverse kids. And you know what? Because I was willing to slow down and take small intentional steps towards changing our food, growing a garden, switching to natural products, and learning how to prepare holistic remedies for my family, it meant that over the years this has just become a way of life for my family. Without stress, or overwhelm, or constantly feeling like I wasn’t doing enough. I’ve learned to walk this holistic journey in a way that works for me AND my family. If you’re ready to hear from another Mama who understands the extra challenges we face every day while parenting our kids with special needs, who can come alongside you on this journey, showing you how to take simple steps towards better health for your family, then this is the podcast for you! Pop in your earbuds, reheat your coffee for the third time and let’s do this! Connect with me: Email: hello@ashleybraden.com Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialkindofmotherhood
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Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Hey Friends!
The holiday season is officially upon us! This time of year typically means extra events, gathering with extended family we may not routinely see, and a major shift in our normal routines. These changes can be hard on our kids and we often end up in situations where our child may be feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated.
Have you ever had a relative make a comment about your child that left you feeling wildly misunderstood and dreading the next family event? I've been there! I want to share with you a few tools I have found to be really helpful in navigating the holiday season with our families in a way that shows grace, joy, and confidence. Let's do this!
Ashley
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Hey Mamas,
Join me today on the podcast while I chat with Sharon Tay. Sharon is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who serves special needs parents and caregivers to help them better their health. If you've found yourself struggling with your mental health, dealing with feelings of grief, and wondering what to do about it, then you're going to want to listen in to this episode!! Ashley
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Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Hey Mamas,
As we've been doing this cook from home series, we have talked a LOT about having a kitchen pantry. If you aren't sure where to start as far what to put in your pantry, join me today for a sneak peek inside my winter pantry. I hope this gives you some ideas for what you want to keep in your food supply this winter!
Ashley
My favorite natural products:
Skin & Beauty Products: Earthley
Use code NEWTOEARTHLEY to save 10% off your first order!
Ordering organic bulk food: Azure Standard
Supplements for cellular health: LifeVantage
I would love to connect even more with you! Please email me or reach out to me on social media!
Private Facebook Group
Email: hello@ashleybraden.com
Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood
Instagram: instagram.com/specialkind.ofmotherhood
*This post contains affiliate links. If you use my links I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support!
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Hey Mamas,
I'm so glad you're joining us for Week 2 of our cooking from home series! Last week I talked about 3 simple tips to begin cooking from home more and one of those ways was by having a well-stocked pantry.
The idea of building your own food pantry can feel REALLY overwhelming. You might feel like you don't have the time or the finances to get started. I want to share with you how you CAN stock your pantry without the overwhelm!
Ashley
My favorite natural products:
Skin & Beauty Products: Earthley
Use code NEWTOEARTHLEY to save 10% off your first order!
Ordering organic bulk food: Azure Standard
Supplements for cellular health: LifeVantage
I would love to connect even more with you! Please email me or reach out to me on social media!
Private Facebook Group
Email: hello@ashleybraden.com
Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood
Instagram: instagram.com/specialkind.ofmotherhood
*This post contains affiliate links. If you use my links I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support!
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Hey Mamas, Have you been working towards eliminating processed foods from your diet? Are you really wanting to cook from home more, but it feels like such a struggle? You get busy with life and then before you know it, you're driving through the line at the nearest fast food restaurant? I get it!! It can be SUCH a hard habit to break once it gets started too! Today I want to share with you 3 simple tips that have really helped me to begin cooking from home more! Ashley
My favorite natural products:
Skin & Beauty Products: Earthley
Use code NEWTOEARTHLEY to save 10% off your first order!
Ordering organic bulk food: Azure Standard
Supplements for cellular health: LifeVantage
I would love to connect even more with you! Please email me or reach out to me on social media!
Private Facebook Group
Email: hello@ashleybraden.com
Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood
Instagram: instagram.com/specialkind.ofmotherhood
*This post contains affiliate links. If you use my links I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support!
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Hey Mamas,
We are getting close to cold and flu season. Are you feeling prepared? I always love to plan ahead to make sure we are ready to go before sickness hits because there is nothing worse than getting sick and NOT having what you need.If you're looking to switch to more holistic remedies, planning ahead and knowing how you want to use the products you have can go a long way in helping to stay consistent with the goal of switching to natural remedies. I know how stressful it can be to have a household of sick people and if you don't have a game plan prior to getting sick, chances are higher that you will resort to conventional remedies.Today I'm going to share with you 8 products or ingredient that I have in my home for this year's cold and flu season.
Let's do this!
AshleyUse code "newtoearthley" to save 10% off your first order! Elderberry KitMagnesium CreamCod Liver OilFeel Better FastLymphatic Cream
I would love to connect even more with you! Please email me or reach out to me on social media!
Private Facebook Group
Email: hello@ashleybraden.com
Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood
Instagram: instagram.com/specialkind.ofmotherhood
*This post contains affiliate links. If you use my links I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support!
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Hey Mamas,
Have you or your child been struggling with a health issue or delay and you've found yourself feeling really discouraged by it?
Today I want to share with you 3 Bible-based steps I use for overcoming a victim-mentality that I sometimes find creeping up on me without realizing it. Join me for a fresh dose of hope in your life!
XO,
Ashley
My favorite natural products:
Skin & Beauty Products: Earthley
Use code NEWTOEARTHLEY to save 10% off your first order!
Ordering organic bulk food: Azure Standard
Supplements for cellular health: LifeVantage
I would love to connect even more with you! Please email me or reach out to me on social media!
Private Facebook Group
Email: hello@ashleybraden.com
Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood
Instagram: instagram.com/specialkind.ofmotherhood
*This post contains affiliate links. If you use my links I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support!
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Hey Mamas,
Do you wish your child with sensory processing disorder would eat more fruits and vegetables? Are you always looking for ways to increase the amount of nutrition your kids have in their diet?
Listen in as I share one of my favorite hacks for getting more fruits and vegetables in our diet in a way that won't cause food battles or stress for you!
XO,
Ashley Super Foods PowderGreens Powder
Use code NEWTOEARTHLEY to save 10% off your first order!
I would love to connect even more with you! Please email me or reach out to me on social media!
Private Facebook Group
Email: hello@ashleybraden.com
Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood
Instagram: instagram.com/specialkind.ofmotherhood
*This post contains affiliate links. If you use my links I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support!
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Hey friends!
Have you been wanting to start a backyard garden, but you feel like you don't have enough space to ACTUALLY grow food?
I want to share with you the details of what we grow in our backyard AND 3 tips for how to start your garden with limited space. Let's do this!
XO,
Ashley
My favorite natural products:
Skin & Beauty Products: Earthley
Use code NEWTOEARTHLEY to save 10% off your first order!
Ordering organic bulk food: Azure Standard
Supplements for cellular health: LifeVantage
I would love to connect even more with you! Please email me or reach out to me on social media!
Private Facebook Group
Email: hello@ashleybraden.com
Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood
Instagram: instagram.com/specialkind.ofmotherhood
*This post contains affiliate links. If you use my links I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support!
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Hey Mamas,
Are you wanting to help your family eat cleaner, but you find yourself resorting to pre-packaged foods when it comes to snacks for your kids? Join me on the podcast today while I share the routine I use to keep healthy snacks available to my kids at all times, without feeling overwhelmed or like I'm constantly having to make more food! An added bonus, I've found this hack saves me money as well!!
XO,
Ashley