Motherhood Grace

This is perhaps one of my most vulnerable, but favorite, episodes I've recorded... consider it a case for the only child, because I love being "one and done!"

In this episode I'll share:

• My journey on decided to only have one child
• Where the only child stereotypes came from
• Cons to an only child
• The many Pros to an only child
• Reality checks
• Questions from my audience

There's a LOT to unpack here! Thanks for tuning in :)

Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoyed this epsiode!

Enjoy 5 tips on being a better gift giver this holiday season: :)

1. Pay attention & keep note.

2. Think about interests... but not too much!

3. Use Love Languages to your advantage (and very specific ideas for each!) --- Check out more here too! https://www.motherhoodgrace.com/post/be-a-better-gift-giver-gift-guide-by-love-languages

4. Gift Cards with a pizzaz.

5. Personalized matters more than price.

Want to give a free gift this season?

Leave a review or share this podcast with a friend! It helps spread the word more than anything else could. I appreciate you! xo

“Gratitude is not something children usually acquire automatically; it needs to be nurtured, in an age-appropriate way.” - Sarah Clark, MPH

• Why we need to develop gratitude
• Benefits of gratitude
• The Imagine Project
• 9 ways to start incorporating gratitude with your kids

I'd love to hear how you incorporate gratitude. Email hello@motherhoodgrace.com and if you are enjoying the podcast, don't forget to leave a review!

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Sharing 2 listener questions related to mommying & working from home. Here about my experience with work from home and my 6 tips for making it a success!

Parenting can not only be challenging, but lonely. Starting with this episode, I'm going to infuse some parenting suggestions into episodes, starting with giving others dignity since this is releasing on Indigenous Peoples' Day in the US.

This episode is all about LETTING GO and releasing.

Learn about the full moon coming up on October 9th and rituals around the full moon.

Discussion about stagnation and why it is important to let things go so the body does not become "clogged."

Assignment: On the full moon (or during that week), write down EVERYTHING you need to let go of. Then BURN IT! Physically release that energy onto the paper and then into the air. It not longer serves you and is now no longer bogging you down.

Have a great week! Coming back next episode to chat about giving dignity to everyone.

A few weeks ago, I went on a girls trip and when I shared that, I got flooded with DMs similar to this one “I'm having my first solo trip (really first solo time period) and I'm not excited about it - but know I need it!”

So this episode tackles WHY so many of us feel this way, what matters most, and I share who you need to have quality time with.

This is a really important topic, mama. Please take 25 minutes to listen!

Happy Fall !!

- Learn the basics of cycle syncing

- How it relates to the moon and the seasons

- Suggestions for what to expect, how to eat and workout during the different phases.

Women are so cool!

I FEEL SAFE WHEN I AM SEEN AND HEARD.

Learn what validation AND emotional invalidation is, what invalidation sounds and looks like and some key phrases for validation, aka what to say instead! This is a great episode for tangible takeaways to implement immediately.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1. You can feel more than one emotion at once, potentially even one negative and one positive… and that is normal.
2. Everyone feels better when they feel seen and heard.
3. Do not judge or interpret what you think is going on for those around you. Just repeat back what you know to be true for them, or your presence… and see what happens.

Join me for a special episode of a breathing technique to get you into a parasympathetic, or rest and peaceful mode. Come back to this episode when you need a moment of space to feel worthy and loved and calm.

Breathing Technique in this episode:

Through the nose only...

In for 3

Hold for 3

Out for 6

Hold for 3

Affirmations:

I am safe

I am ok

I am alive

I am loved

I have value

I am needed

I am worthy

I am enough

I PAUSE TO HEAR MY INNER VOICE.

It has been an interesting week! Sick kiddo, weird "not enough" feelings, Netflix binge-watches... but something good came out of it: I'm a certified Motherhood Studies Practitioner! It is official.

I share 3 big takeaways I had from the Motherhood Studies course and share the topic of an upcoming Motherhood workshop :)

Dive into an introduction to the good mother... is she natural & intuitive or culturally constructed? This is a discussion I want to have! I present my thoughts and a bit of my case, but this topic definitely deserves it's own episode.

IT IS OK FOR ME TO CHANGE MY MIND.

Especially in today's world, it is OK to change your mind! Let's have a little discussion about changing your mind and why it happens, why we think it may be "bad," and look at it through the lens of motherhood.

In today's episode, I'm reading a journal entry I wrote to my body at the beginning of summer 2021. It ended up being an apology letter of sorts after a decade+ of orthorexia and hating my physical body. I hope this inspires you to write one to your body as well!

I HAVE SUPPORT ALL AROUND ME.

In this episode:

* What YOU said: Values

* Favorite Mom Podcasts:

1. Good Inside - very practical parenting advice and support
   
2. The Purpose Show - motherhood / life support, not just moms
   
3. Happy as a Mother - motherhood support
   
4. Unruffled - parenting
   
5. Modern Mamas - connect with real moms
   
6. The Lazy Genius - lots of practical tips for anyone,but she does speak a lot to moms and little tips and tricks to make life easier
   
7. Simple Families - Short and sweet episodes
   
8. Upbringing - just audio from their Lives they do on IG, but occasionally I can find some topics in there that are great to listen too
   

Get on my daily affirmation text thread - just open messaging app and text "hi" to 412-775-3511.

I'd love for you to leave a review of the show, it's the greatest support!

I RECLAIM MOTHERHOOD.

- A little life update!

- "By a mom, For a mom" tagline

- Motherhood Studies: what is it, why I signed up

- Panopticon model + motherhood

- From Douglas & Michaels: "With intensive mothering, everyone watches us, we watch ourselves, and we watch ourselves watching others. Motherhood has become a psychological police state." Something to consider this week!

If you've been enjoying the shower, don't forget to leave a review! It's greatly appreciated.

I TAKE CARE OF MY MENTAL HEALTH EVERY DAY.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We ALL have mental health... and if we are proactive about it, we can keep that health strong and vibrant, just like our physical health, spiritual health, etc. We all ebb and flow through seasons of highs and lows, and taking time to improve and strengthen our mental health is so critical.

1 in 5 US adults experience mental illness

19% are anxiety disorders

Please know: You are NOT alone.

Tune in for a quick list of ways to improve your mental health!

Disclaimer: This is not an information for diagnosis or treatment of mental illness. Please always check with a trusted provider before implementing any changes.

Happy Mother's Day, mama! I hope you are enjoying a day to celebrate you.

Enjoy this poem from Lily Joseph titled "Motherhood."

Mommy, the martyr. The new depiction of motherhood that is damaging and disempowering women. You've seen the memes - "surviving on coffee and wine" or "hot mess mom club." The badge of motherhood has become how much you give, and give, and give of yourself to everyone else... Enough! It has to stop.

THIS is Motherhood Grace, a podcast and company dedicated to helping moms reclaim motherhood and themselves. Discover new tools, resources, and a mom community that is validating, supportive, and uplifting. Mama, you've totally got this!

Hi there, I'm Kate Markovitz and I'm thrilled you are tuning into this podcast.

• Who am I?
• Why a Motherhood Grace Podcast?
• What to expect: thought-provoking question + community follow-up episodes, action taking resources, special round-ups every 5th episode

I'm super excited to connect in this way. Email me anytime at hello@motherhoodgrace.com or check out motherhoodgrace.com for more info