I started this 3-part series after walking through an incredibly hard season with one of our sons. But there are so many things I wanted to share in hopes of helping other mommas like me that struggle to figure out what was happening!
As I record these episodes, we’re not completely on the other side, but we have seen so many wins that I have been able to come out of the ‘what is going on fog.’ But I wanted to share our story in hopes of encouraging other moms and parents who feel hopeless and helpless with something their kid is facing.
When I sat down to record this, I ended up sharing the raw, honest journey we have been on the past 8-10 months with a health journey with one of our children and recently, my own health hurdles as well. Part 1 paints a clearer picture of our life this last year and sets the stage to share more as we continue on this journey.
The meltdowns that we were seeing from this child, were different than a normal tantrum.. it was something neurological that was causing him to spiral out of control. Some of the other symptoms we were noticing was extreme eczema, under-eye puffiness, prone to get viruses, needing breathing treatments, etc. I could go on about things that just seemed different from our other children, and I knew this was something that was a bigger problem.
So if you’re seeing struggles in your own kids and need some reassurance to keep fighting for what you are seeing, listen to the entire episode below!
Brain Balance : https://www.brainbalancecenters.com/
Dr. Aaron Hartman : https://richmondfunctionalmedicine.com/about/aaron-hartman-md/
After walking through the symptoms and struggles we were noticing, I really became aware of all of the things that could have affected him and our entire family.
From makeup to dishwasher detergent to saying goodbye to standard sippy cups and food dyes…. I try to hit on everything but there is honestly a lot to remember. I JUST realized I didn’t even mention in the episode that we only use Cast Iron and Stainless Steel cookware now!
Like I said, it’s a lot to keep straight and I probably forgot other changes I should have mentioned but this is a JOURNEY and I’m willing to keep sharing as we keep growing through it if you all are up for it! So listen below for some of the practical changes that we started to make in our home.
Clean Makeup : CRUNCHI (take 10% off your first order with my link!)
Blue Tansy Deodorant : Primally Pure ($10 off your first order of $50!)
Organic/ Dye Free Foods : Thrive Market (40% off your first order!)
Kids Lotion : Tubby Todd (10% off your first order!)
Kid Shampoo : ROE
Dishwasher Tablets and Cleaner: Blueland
Bread Machine: Amazon
Kid Mason Jar Cups
I wanted to answer some of those questions and try to tie a bow on this long story that can hardly fit into 3 podcast episodes. I share what this season looks like for us and how we are continuing on this health journey, what it looks like day to day and changes that we are still implementing!
If you’re in the middle of a health journey, or advocating for your kids, I hope this episode encourages you!
RVA Baby- Dr. West: https://www.myrvababy.com/
I had the pleasure of chatting with Erica and Jon, two incredibly talented photographers and educators who have redefined their business and life by embracing change. From leaving a corporate career to transforming their wedding photography business into a thriving brand photography venture, their story is full of inspiration for anyone looking to take bold steps and live life on their own terms.
I run a Facebook group with over 20,000 photographers, and something I see constantly are people sharing their editing struggles, asking for critiques, or seeking advice on how to fix issues in Lightroom.
This is going to go down as the wedding day were we got lucky over and over again. Blair and Ashley heard that there was a chance of rain on their wedding day but we all wrote it off as nothing and kept moving on with all of our original plans.
In the fast-paced world we live in, finding purpose and intention in everyday life can feel like a distant goal. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a parent, a creative, or simply someone searching for more meaning, this probably resonates with you! If you’ve been a longtime follower of the Katelyn James podcast, you know it’s always been about authenticity, growth, and family. So, we wanted the podcast to represent just that. Welcome to Doing Life Differently!
If you’re looking to build a personal brand that genuinely connects with people, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a creative, or just someone looking for more purpose in life, I think these insights will resonate with you.
Who doesn’t love the sparkler exit photo as the couple is sent off after their wedding?! It’s a classic! However, the traditional sparkler exit can often lead to challenges that can easily be avoided. This is where the concept of a controlled sparkler exit comes in!