Podcast:Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Side Hustles, Hobbies, and Surviving While Parenting Young Children Published On: Mon Sep 09 2024 Description: Embracing Life's Messes: Callie's StoryIn this episode of the Bold Little Minds MomCast, Krissy sits down with Callie from The Messy Schoolhouse to discuss Callie's journey as a mom to three boys with different age gaps and her transition from working in early education to running a play-based, nature-focused private school. They dive into topics such as the benefits of co-sleeping, baby-wearing, low-prep favorite activities, and parenting children with unique needs. Krissy and Callie also share advice on connecting with children through play and practical tips for managing parenting challenges.Connect with Callie:https://www.instagram.com/themessyschoolhouse/00:00 Introduction to the Bold Little Minds MomCast00:34 Homeschool Preschool Adventures02:16 Building a Rock Wall for the Kids04:17 Interview with Callie from The Messy Schoolhouse07:03 Callie's Journey to Motherhood11:01 Challenges and Rewards of Teaching16:34 Starting a Family-Based Schoolhouse21:07 Raising Gifted and Special Needs Children31:27 A Mother's Intuition: Trusting Your Gut32:14 Navigating Medical Challenges with a Newborn34:43 Introducing the Third Child: Embracing the Chaos39:46 Parenting Styles: From Co-Sleeping to Baby Wearing46:05 Screen-Free Activities for Kids49:49 Connecting with Your Child: Tips and Advice57:16 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Where to Find Us