Long Distance Friends

28.Annie's story with postpartum anxiety will make you laugh, cry, and hold hope all at the same time. You will leave this episode knowing how to support the loved ones in your life suffering from postpartum anxiety. We discuss:00:45 Introduction to Annie08:21 Unexpected Difficulty Getting Pregnant Again15:42 The Miscarriage that Changed Everything25:21 All-consuming prenatal anxiety30:32 Intense Postpartum Anxiety40:08 Finding Support and Community43:13 Hope that Postpartum Anxiety Doesn't Last ForeverResources mentioned:Annie's Ninja Creami Recipe150g Greek Yogurt200ml Almond Milk (Or Chocolate Fairlife Milk)1 scoop protein powder6-8g sugar free pudding mixfreeze overnightset creami to "lite ice cream"do 1 spinremove + add splash of almond milkset creami to respin

12. Esther Casey, mom of 12 (My MIL!), answers all of my burning parents questions like:What did you worry about that turned out to not matter?What is was like changing so many cloth (!!!) diapers??How do I honor unique giftings and personalities?How do I prevent my daughters from comparing themselves to each other?What was your lowest point (ages of kids) as a mom? What got you through?This episode will feel like a big hug and such an encouragement.

10. Mom of 4 littles and military spouse, Laurel Clark, opens up about the hard and the good of being a stay-at-home mom. Key Takeaways: • Home systems for getting out of the house faster with kids, prioritizing alone time, handling snacks, and more.• How to communicate the mental load with your spouse and stay on the same team• a renewed appreciation for the autonomy in our days• Small (yet impactful) ideas to disciple your kids as a Christian momResources:Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters Erica KomisarA Better Share: How Couples Can Tackle the Mental Load for More Fun, Less Resentment, and Great Sex by Morgan CutlipHabits of the Household: Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms Justin Whitmel EarleyA Blessing for the Body of a Child While Lying in Bed Justin Whitmel Earley@busytoddler on Instagram@thelazygenius on Instagram and the Lazy Genius Podcast by Kendra AdachiSNAP Assistance:If you are a teacher feeling the strain of SNAP benefits ending, please message me @ldf.pod and Long Distance Friends will sponsor snacks for your classroom until snap benefits are restored.

6. WE'RE BACK, BABY! I'm talking all things summer recap -- from:• Living in a camper for 32 days with a toddler and baby• Moving across the country & house hunting in Washington state• Showing up whole + healthy• Season 2 topic sneak peekThanks for being here!

4. Do you have a toddler at home and are about to give birth? I share:Tips for introducing your toddler to your baby in the hospitalPrioritizing self-care and getting through the nightsHack for pooling your milk (without pumping!)Ideas for late-night snacksHow to delegate taking care of your pets Practicing getting out of the house for the first time with two kidsThis episode ends with a prayer from my friend, Susanna, for those last few weeks of pregnancy (that time is so so hard!)Resources mentioned:Perfect Bar Dupe Protein Balls: (this is my recipe!)1 heaping cup of oats (80 g)1 cup peanut butter (225 g)1 scoop vanilla protein powder (25 g)1 tablespoon chia or flax seeds (optional) (11 g)1/4 cup honey (85 g)Cinnamon - measure with your heart (I usually do 1/2 TB)Mix all together, form into balls (or bars), put in fridge.