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#312 Ambitious Moms: Big Dreams & Little Kids — How to Navigate the Baby/Toddler Years Without Losing Yourself or Letting Go of Your Big Dreams
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Feeling torn between your big dreams and the tiny humans in your care?
Do you ever wonder if you’ll ever have the time, energy, or space to pursue the big dreams in your heart — while you're still night nursing, co-sleeping, and managing tantrums between business tasks?
You're not alone.
In this episode, Rachel gets real about what it takes to be an ambitious mom in the baby and toddler years — and why the real secret isn't doing it all right now... but doing what matters most and learning to trust the process.
You'll hear:
- Why it’s okay (and wise) to pause or rearrange your dreams — not abandon them
- The long-term power of building a secure foundation for your child first
- Gentle strategies for night weaning and moving beyond co-sleeping
- What Rachel would go back and say to herself as a young mom with a business and babies
- Small ways to nurture your goals in this season without burning out
This is your permission slip to stop striving, lean into the season you're in, and trust that your dreams are safe — even if they're on the shelf for now. 💛
Key Takeaways:
✅ The early years are critical for a child's emotional development.
✅ Self-care is essential for parents to avoid burnout.
✅ Meeting a child's needs leads to less clinginess and more independence.
✅ Co-sleeping and breastfeeding can foster a secure attachment.
✅ Intentional parenting creates a strong foundation for future relationships.
✅ The chaos of parenting can be embraced and enjoyed.
✅ Sacrificing personal ambitions may be necessary during early years.
Chapters
00:00 Embracing the Chaos of Parenthood
03:04 The Importance of Mindset in Parenting
06:24 Understanding Child Development and Needs
09:16 The Long-Term Investment of Parenting
12:05 Balancing Self-Care and Family Needs
15:22 Creating a Secure Environment for Children
18:17 Navigating Relationships and Priorities
21:07 The Value of Minimalism in Parenting
24:25 The Evolution of Parenting Practices
28:08 Creating a Safe and Secure Environment for Children
36:02 The Importance of Self-Care for Parents
50:28 Building Strong Foundations for Future Relationships
RESOURCES:
Let us help you in your extraordinary family life journey.
Rachel’s Must-Read Booklist for Well-Read Moms
Follow us on Instagram: @worldschoolfamily or @greg.denning
Get Rachel's Family Systems & Charts
Join the 28-Day Challenge for Moms
Join the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method Workshop Series for busy moms
Join Greg’s 7-Day Challenge
JOIN GREG'S 90-DAY HEALTH & FITNESS CHALLENGE!
Gather with us at the World School Family (Beach & Farm) Resort in Portugal
Read our reviews here: https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/reviews/
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Content provided by Greg and Rachel Denning and Rachel Denning. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Greg and Rachel Denning and Rachel Denning or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.
Feeling torn between your big dreams and the tiny humans in your care?
Do you ever wonder if you’ll ever have the time, energy, or space to pursue the big dreams in your heart — while you're still night nursing, co-sleeping, and managing tantrums between business tasks?
You're not alone.
In this episode, Rachel gets real about what it takes to be an ambitious mom in the baby and toddler years — and why the real secret isn't doing it all right now... but doing what matters most and learning to trust the process.
You'll hear:
- Why it’s okay (and wise) to pause or rearrange your dreams — not abandon them
- The long-term power of building a secure foundation for your child first
- Gentle strategies for night weaning and moving beyond co-sleeping
- What Rachel would go back and say to herself as a young mom with a business and babies
- Small ways to nurture your goals in this season without burning out
This is your permission slip to stop striving, lean into the season you're in, and trust that your dreams are safe — even if they're on the shelf for now. 💛
Key Takeaways:
✅ The early years are critical for a child's emotional development.
✅ Self-care is essential for parents to avoid burnout.
✅ Meeting a child's needs leads to less clinginess and more independence.
✅ Co-sleeping and breastfeeding can foster a secure attachment.
✅ Intentional parenting creates a strong foundation for future relationships.
✅ The chaos of parenting can be embraced and enjoyed.
✅ Sacrificing personal ambitions may be necessary during early years.
Chapters
00:00 Embracing the Chaos of Parenthood
03:04 The Importance of Mindset in Parenting
06:24 Understanding Child Development and Needs
09:16 The Long-Term Investment of Parenting
12:05 Balancing Self-Care and Family Needs
15:22 Creating a Secure Environment for Children
18:17 Navigating Relationships and Priorities
21:07 The Value of Minimalism in Parenting
24:25 The Evolution of Parenting Practices
28:08 Creating a Safe and Secure Environment for Children
36:02 The Importance of Self-Care for Parents
50:28 Building Strong Foundations for Future Relationships
RESOURCES:
Let us help you in your extraordinary family life journey.
Rachel’s Must-Read Booklist for Well-Read Moms
Follow us on Instagram: @worldschoolfamily or @greg.denning
Get Rachel's Family Systems & Charts
Join the 28-Day Challenge for Moms
Join the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method Workshop Series for busy moms
Join Greg’s 7-Day Challenge
JOIN GREG'S 90-DAY HEALTH & FITNESS CHALLENGE!
Gather with us at the World School Family (Beach & Farm) Resort in Portugal
Read our reviews here: https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/reviews/
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Christian mom or dad, could you use some encouragement and support? Put your ear buds in for this Christian parenting podcast and get practical, faith-based inspiration through all stages of parenting — raising toddlers, navigating the school-age years, preparing for puberty, and seeing your teen soar with confidence. Hosted by Danny Huerta, in every 8 to 15 minute episode, you’ll hear parenting experts share Biblical truths, effective parenting techniques, and useful resources that will hel ...
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Jim Bacarro and Saab Magalona started one of the first local podcasts back in 2018. From debates about trashy reality shows to talking about the importance of voter registration, they have cultivated quite an engaged community who have dubbed them their /podparents/. Jim and Saab may be the ones doing the talking but they definitely make their listeners feel heard.
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FamilyLife Today® is a weekday podcast featuring fun, engaging conversations that help families grow together with Jesus while pursuing the relationships that matter most.
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