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Every week, Jessica Dahlquist interviews different moms who share their motherhood journeys and the lessons they've learned along the way. Extraordinary moms are not perfect, but at the root of everything they do is love and an intention to help live their purpose and contribute in a higher way to their families and the world. Let's learn from one another!

Extraordinary Moms Podcast Jessica Dahlquist

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.8 • 260 Ratings

Every week, Jessica Dahlquist interviews different moms who share their motherhood journeys and the lessons they've learned along the way. Extraordinary moms are not perfect, but at the root of everything they do is love and an intention to help live their purpose and contribute in a higher way to their families and the world. Let's learn from one another!

    Episode 391: 10 Kids and the Systems That Help Them Thrive with Laura Hernandez

    Episode 391: 10 Kids and the Systems That Help Them Thrive with Laura Hernandez

    My guest is Laura Hernandez and she has some great ideas for you about setting up efficient and effective systems in your home to help you and your kids THRIVE!

    She and her husband Tony are raising ten exceptional children in the Dallas area. In the past four and a half years, they have added six new children to their family... three biologically and three through adoption. Needless to say, she NEEDS effective systems for pure survival. I love what she shares about chores, batching tasks, and adapting to the unexpected.

    Effective systems help families run smoothly, reduce your daily workload, and your house can become a place of peace... yes, even with ten kids!

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    Episode 390: Plan for Success with Retha Nichole

    Episode 390: Plan for Success with Retha Nichole

    My guest today is Retha Nichole. If you feel overwhelmed and keep running up against stumbling blocks, this episode is for you. She is a business and life coach based in Birmingham and a fantastic mom, as well.

    She is going to share practical, accessible coaching tips for moms. From the busy business owner mom to the stay at home mom. Sunday Planning is the plan that will help them find the margin in their personal and professional life.



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    Episode 389: Life Can be Good Again After Losing Your Spouse with Lisa Appelo

    Episode 389: Life Can be Good Again After Losing Your Spouse with Lisa Appelo

    My guest today is Lisa Appelo. What do you do when you are suddenly navigating a life you didn’t sign up for? Lisa Appelo understands deeply. She’s experienced the raw emotions and uncertainty that come when everything falls apart. Lisa went to bed married and woke up a widow and single mom to seven children. She wrestled with impossible questions about her future–and then found life-changing answers that gave her the strength to move forward with true joy. In her new book and in this conversation we talk about grief and the evolution of learning to live again after losing your spouse.

    Show Notes...



    Website: https://lisaappelo.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisaappelo/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisaappeloauthor

    Widow Mama Collective FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WidowMamaCollective



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    Amazon link to book: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Can-Be-Good-Again/dp/0764239287/



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    Episode 388: Raising 11 Kids and International Adoption with Congresswoman Marjorie Margolies

    Episode 388: Raising 11 Kids and International Adoption with Congresswoman Marjorie Margolies

    Today's guest is Congresswoman Marjorie Margolies. She's a mom of 11, including the being the first single American woman to adopt internationally. She is the mother in-law of Chelsea Clinton, grandma to 21, author of 5 books, and a 5x author. Margolies shares the arc of her remarkable career in her new memoir, "And How Are the Children?" and imparts wisdom and inspiration with self-effacing humor. It's a fascinating conversation and you're going to love hearing from her wealth of life experience.

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    Episode 387: Cook with Confidence with Laney Schwartz of Life is But a Dish

    Episode 387: Cook with Confidence with Laney Schwartz of Life is But a Dish

    My guest today is one of my most favorite food Instagrammers... Laney Schwartz of Life is But a Dish. Laney has two major passions in her life - teaching and cooking. After teaching elementary students, Laney turned to teaching in a new form through her food blog. Since day one, her mission has been to help busy home cooks gain confidence in the kitchen. Laney’s style of instilling confidence in everyday cooks is approachable and easy. She knows there is beauty in simple recipes that taste great and are easy to put together. As the sole recipe developer behind her blog, she has created over 600 recipes that people trust over and over again. Through her 8-week course, Cook With Confidence, Laney takes you through kitchen basics from how to utilize culinary tools to understanding the disciplines when it comes to the basics of food prep to help change people’s relationship with the kitchen. And she's a mom of two darling daughters. Enjoy our convo!

    Show Notes...





    * Instagram: @lifeisbutadish

    * Website: Life is But A Dish

    * Cook With Confidence Program and CODE: EXTRAMOMS for $100 off CWC



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    Episode 386: You’re Already Awesome with Alison Faulkner

    Episode 386: You’re Already Awesome with Alison Faulkner

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Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
260 Ratings

260 Ratings

maddie@podcastingyou ,

Incredible podcast!

This podcast is an incredible listen for moms everywhere! Each episode is insightful, inspiring, and empowering!

@kimstewinspired ,

Encouragement for all mom seasons & challenges

As a long-time fan of Jessica’s show, I love how she encourages our mom hearts, no matter season or challenges we are facing. She has the best guests that tackle topics near and dear to my heart including #314 Monica Swanson on boy moms raising strong men and #331 Ally Fallon on the importance of writing to process our emotions (both true struggles of mine). I highly recommend you give it a listen and tell your mom friends so they don’t miss out.

Mridu Parikh ,

Simply love it!

It’s a breath of fresh air to hear authentic stories from moms including their triumphs, failures, highs and lows. Jessica asks thoughtful questions that connect you with every guest. I love her inspiring and encouraging style, reminding us that we’re all on this journey together. I’m hooked on this podcast and every mom should subscribe!

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