10 Simple Tips for Surviving — and Loving — Thanksgiving with Kids ft. Maria
10 Simple Tips for Surviving — and Loving — Thanksgiving with Kids ft. Maria  
Podcast: Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Rediscovering Identity and Joy in Motherhood
Published On: Mon Nov 25 2024
Description: In this special Thanksgiving episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy sits down with Maria from Pride and Joy Life to discuss 10 simple tips for enjoying Thanksgiving with young children. Krissy and Maria explore practical advice such as the importance of distractions, creating kid-friendly spaces, setting realistic expectations, and planning for messes and downtime. The episode aims to equip parents with strategies to make their Thanksgiving celebrations less stressful and more enjoyable. Maria also shares creative activities and valuable insights from her decade of parenting experience. Listeners are encouraged to follow, rate, and share the podcast to help other moms benefit from these tips. Connect with me: boldlittleminds.com Shop my designs on my website, including the FREE Thanksgiving Interactive Placemat and Printable Mini-Activity Booklet. Use Code PODCAST to save 10% instagram.com/boldlittleminds Connect with Maria: instagram.com/prideandjoylife Watch or Listen to Maria's Story - Episode 3 of the BoldLittleMinds MomCast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7f8IiurjDI&t=8s This episode was recorded using SquadCast and edited using Descript. For one low cost you can seamlessly record and edit high quality audio and video. Edit your videos & podcasts just by typing. Descript's powerful AI editing tools let you make videos, podcasts, & short clips for social fast. https://get.descript.com/9kfjhmp1y2m5 00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Plans 02:24 Meet Maria: Thanksgiving Tips Expert 03:20 Tip 1: Distractions are Key 08:42 Tip 2: Create a Kid-Friendly Space 10:42 Tip 3: Set Realistic Expectations 17:01 Tip 4: Let Go of Shoulds and Judgments 19:12 Tip 5: Build in Connection Time 20:48 Tip 6: Involve Kids in Preparations 23:23 Tip 7: Flexible Eating Times 27:41 Tip 8: Plan Ahead for Messes 29:35 Tip 9: Plan for Downtime 30:41 Tip 10: Family Traditions After the Feast 32:35 Conclusion and Farewell