Entry Level Mom Episode 42: Self-care through Skincare with Keyara Alexander

In this conversation, my guest, Keyara Alexander, owner of KA Aesthetics, and we discuss the topic of "self-care through skincare." Keyara shares her experience of becoming a mother at a young age and her relatively easy pregnancy and delivery. She also discusses her passion for skincare and how she intuitively knew about the benefits of natural ingredients from a young age. 

• Skincare and nutrition are interconnected, and what we put into our bodies can have a significant impact on our skin health.

Keyara emphasizes the importance of self-care for mothers, highlighting the need to prioritize oneself and set boundaries. 

• "Saying no is saying yes to ourselves."

She also advises her younger self to be "selfish" and not seek validation from others. 

She discusses the concept: growing as a mother alleviates pain in our children later. Finally, we discuss how options and opportunities are always available and it is never too late to pursue our passions and dreams.

Takeaways

• Motherhood should not mean sacrificing oneself; it is important for mothers to prioritize self-care and maintain their own identity.
• Skincare and nutrition are interconnected, and what we put into our bodies can have a significant impact on our skin health.
• Taking care of oneself first allows for a greater capacity to give and be present for others.
• Setting boundaries and saying no is essential for self-care and maintaining a healthy balance in life.
• Options and opportunities are always available as long as we have breath, and it is never too late to pursue our passions and dreams.

Sound Bites

• "Motherhood taught me self-care because you don't want to lose yourself."
• "Saying no is saying yes to ourselves."
• "Trying to please people because you want love is not how you receive love."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Background

12:49
The Journey of Motherhood

33:25
Embracing Options and Opportunities