Summary
In this episode, my friend for 20 years and counting, Mel and I discuss what our kid's interests can teach us. Mel is an encouraging friend, a wonderful mother, and has a beautiful mind.
We discuss dinosaurs, and questions about dinosaurs, and our kids interests are an invitation to learn alongside them! For example, I used to think legos had nothing to teach me, but I've learned a lot about city planning. Our discussion highlights the valuable insights and growth that come from engaging with and learning from their children's interests.
We also discuss our most important resource: time, and how playing with our kids teach us presence, joy, and the gift of slowing down.
She shares the beautiful lesson of "letting go of the fear of doing it perfect the first time."
Mel has been my friend for over 20 years, and actually read the very first draft of Entry Level Mom, and encouraged me to continue this project. I am so thankful for our friendship.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
01:24
Pregnancy and Delivery
03:05
Jaundice and Complications
04:10
Support and Affirmation
06:27
Playing with Kids
08:42
Sentimental Moments at Disneyland
10:34
Learning from Kids' Interests
12:53
Lessons from Playing with Kids
15:34
Takeaways from Motherhood
18:42
Learning and Growing with Kids
19:47
Avoiding Comparison and Focusing on What Matters
21:20
Being Present and Enjoying Each Phase
22:40
Favorite Things to Play with Kids
23:41
Learning from Kids' Play
26:58
Advice to Younger Self
Charity: Baby2Baby is a national non-profit organization that provides children living in poverty with diapers, clothing and all the basic necessities that every child deserves. To learn more and get involved, visit www.baby2baby.org
Summary
In this episode, my friend for 20 years and counting, Mel and I discuss what our kid's interests can teach us. Mel is an encouraging friend, a wonderful mother, and has a beautiful mind.
We discuss dinosaurs, and questions about dinosaurs, and our kids interests are an invitation to learn alongside them! For example, I used to think legos had nothing to teach me, but I've learned a lot about city planning. Our discussion highlights the valuable insights and growth that come from engaging with and learning from their children's interests.
We also discuss our most important resource: time, and how playing with our kids teach us presence, joy, and the gift of slowing down.
She shares the beautiful lesson of "letting go of the fear of doing it perfect the first time."
Mel has been my friend for over 20 years, and actually read the very first draft of Entry Level Mom, and encouraged me to continue this project. I am so thankful for our friendship.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
01:24
Pregnancy and Delivery
03:05
Jaundice and Complications
04:10
Support and Affirmation
06:27
Playing with Kids
08:42
Sentimental Moments at Disneyland
10:34
Learning from Kids' Interests
12:53
Lessons from Playing with Kids
15:34
Takeaways from Motherhood
18:42
Learning and Growing with Kids
19:47
Avoiding Comparison and Focusing on What Matters
21:20
Being Present and Enjoying Each Phase
22:40
Favorite Things to Play with Kids
23:41
Learning from Kids' Play
26:58
Advice to Younger Self
Charity: Baby2Baby is a national non-profit organization that provides children living in poverty with diapers, clothing and all the basic necessities that every child deserves. To learn more and get involved, visit www.baby2baby.org