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: Side Hustles, Hobbies, and Surviving While Parenting Young Children
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.comShop my designs on my website, including the FREE Thanksgiving Interactive Placemat and Printable Mini-Activity Booklet. Use Code PODCAST to save 10%instagram.com/boldlittlemindsConnect with Maria:instagram.com/prideandjoylifeWatch or Listen to Maria's Story - Episode 3 of the BoldLittleMinds MomCast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7f8IiurjDI&t=8sThis 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/9kfjhmp1y2m500:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Plans02:24 Meet Maria: Thanksgiving Tips Expert03:20 Tip 1: Distractions are Key08:42 Tip 2: Create a Kid-Friendly Space10:42 Tip 3: Set Realistic Expectations17:01 Tip 4: Let Go of Shoulds and Judgments19:12 Tip 5: Build in Connection Time20:48 Tip 6: Involve Kids in Preparations23:23 Tip 7: Flexible Eating Times27:41 Tip 8: Plan Ahead for Messes29:35 Tip 9: Plan for Downtime30:41 Tip 10: Family Traditions After the Feast32:35 Conclusion and Farewell