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Imagine having a good career, a quality relationship, and enough money to live comfortably. But deep down, still feeling like something is missing — you just can’t quite put your finger on what that something actually is. My guest for this episode is Laura Coe. She is the author of Emotional Obesity and host of a great podcast called the Art of authenticity. From the outside world she had what other people define success. But what was she missing and yearning? -what does authenticity mean to Laura -happiness vs authenticity -her parenting philosophy -why you should drop all your expectations at the door  Join my private Facebook group-a supportive and positive space for moms and dads who want to learn and grow. Authentic Parenting Community is a closed Facebook group.  Like Authentic Parenting-parenting from the heart on Facebook. 

Do you need an ongoing parenting support? www.authenticparenting.com to schedule a 30 min. complimentary session today and get answers to your burning parenting questions. No obligation. Join my private Facebook group-a supportive and positive space for moms and dads who want to learn and grow. Authentic Parenting Community is a closed Facebook group run by Anna Seewald where she offers bi-weekly free phone support/Q+A sessions to the members only. Join now! www.facebook.com/groups/1657717101107047/ On this episode host Anna Seewald talks to Dr. Jen Riday on the importance of self care. Jen shares a heartbreaking story from her life that led her to shift things in her life. About Jen: Jen is a 42-year-old mom of six and Women’s Happiness Expert who lives just outside of Madison, Wisconsin with her family. Jen was raised on a farm with the values of hard work and honesty, and today Jen’s priorities are spirituality, family, health and helping women find happiness (in that order). In her free time Jen enjoys yo

Is your child keeping you up all night? Why does your two year old wake up screaming every night? How can you help your 10 month old to stay asleep by herself, without CIO? Why is your toddler refusing to nap? How much sleep does your child need? Is your child an early riser? Also... -room sharing for toddlers -crib vs floor how to make bedtime easy and battle free -how to do bedtime effectively with multiple kids -what's the secret to sleeping through the night -how many naps does your baby need My guest Batya Sherizen is a vibrant mother of 5 and is a sleep expert. She answers some common sleep related questions and busts some myths. She prepared a special guide for Authentic Moments listeners. To download it, please go to: www.batyathebabycoach.com/authenticmoments Visit www.authenticparenting.com to schedule a 30 min. complimentary session today and get answers to your burning parenting questions. No obligation. Join my private Facebook group-a supportive and positive space for moms and dads who want to l

In this episode host Anna Seewald interviews Anya Manes. Anya Manes is an educator. You can find her at www.talkingaboutsex.com If you are listening to this interview in real life, before March 1, 2017, sign up for 30 day FREE online summit Talking To Kids About Sex hosted by Anya Manes. http://talktokidsaboutsexseries.com/annaseewald If you want to get Anya's free guide, The Top 10 Discussions to Have with Your Child about Sex and Relationships visit her web site. Need parenting advice? Support? Visit www.authenticparenting.com to schedule a 30 min. complimentary session today and get answers to your burning parenting questions. No obligation. Join my private Facebook group-a supportive and positive space for moms and dads who want to learn and grow. Authentic Parenting Community is a closed Facebook group run by Anna Seewald where she offers bi-weekly free phone support/Q+A sessions to the members only. Join now! www.facebook.com/groups/1657717101107047/ Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to Authentic Mo

Special guest Mark Wolynn talks about inherited family trauma. Mark Wolynn is the author of a groundbreaking and phenomenal book IT DIDN'T START WITH YOU: HOW INHERITED FAMILY TRAUMA SHAPES WHO WE ARE AND HOW TO END THE CYCLE This is Part 2. Compelling understanding of inherited trauma and fresh, powerful do-it-yourself tools for relieving suffering. About Mark Wolynn Director of The Family Constellation Institute, The Inherited Family Trauma Center and The Hellinger Institute of Northern California, Mark is North America’s leader in Inherited Family Trauma. A sought-after lecturer, he leads workshops at hospitals, clinics, conferences, and teaching centers around the world. He has taught at the University of Pittsburgh, the Western Psychiatric Institute, Kripalu, The New York Open Center, The Omega Institute, The California Institute of Integral Studies, and is the author of the forthcoming book IT DIDN’T START WITH YOU: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle (Viking, April 20

Special guest Mark Wolynn talks about inherited family trauma. Mark Wolynn is the author of a groundbreaking and phenomenal book IT DIDN'T START WITH YOU: HOW INHERITED FAMILY TRAUMA SHAPES WHO WE ARE AND HOW TO END THE CYCLE Compelling understanding of inherited trauma and fresh, powerful do-it-yourself tools for relieving suffering. This is Part I of a two part show. Be sure to tune in next week (Thursday) to continue the conversation as Mark will share the mind blowing science behind his work and how to heal. About Mark Wolynn Director of The Family Constellation Institute, The Inherited Family Trauma Center and The Hellinger Institute of Northern California, Mark is North America’s leader in Inherited Family Trauma. A sought-after lecturer, he leads workshops at hospitals, clinics, conferences, and teaching centers around the world. He has taught at the University of Pittsburgh, the Western Psychiatric Institute, Kripalu, The New York Open Center, The Omega Institute, The California Institute of Integral

In this one of a kind episode host, parent educator Anna Seewald does something drastic. She connects with her listeners LIVE. They all have questions for her. All questions are around the 3 p's-personal, podcasting and of course parenting. Special thanks to Antonella, Katerina, Eric, Brain, Tayyaba and Lenora for being brave, open and asking such thoughtful questions. Katerina's book, Happiest Mom on The Block: https://www.amazon.com/Happiest-Mom-Block-Katerina-Mayants/dp/1504369181/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1486003755&sr=8-1&keywords=happiest+mom+on+the+block Her Facebook: Eric's Facebook group: Peaceful Parenting Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PeacefulParentingCommunity/ Brain's Facebook group: Working Parents Raising Healthy Kids: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1768444056759288/ His web site, Juice Plus: http://brianroes.juiceplus.com/us/en Anna offers a 30 min. free phone/Skype sessions. Need parenting advice? Support? Visit www.authenticparenting.com to schedule a 30 min. complimen

This is our monthly special episode. Host parent educator Anna Seewald and her freind and colleague Sarah Maclaughlin answer listener questions. The questions they got this month: "Anna, question for your podcast for a friend. How do you stop a 13 year old boy from watching YouTube videos on pregnancy pros and cons? It started with some class in school that the kid missed, they talked about pregnancy so he watched a video about it at home but then it seems to have gotten out of hand. Some videos are pretty graphic. " "Hi Anna. It's Ranela. I have a question. how would you handle the fibbing? Lying about little things: lifting the toilet lid when urinating, not wiping the urine off the floor, eating something that belongs to someone else, having taken a shower, etc. " "I want to know how to handle jealousy between siblings if one is academically better than other and is appreciated by the family? " And of course...the voicemail question about handling BIG EMOTIONS. You don't want to miss. In the segment Exampl

“I’m not good enough”, “I’m not capable”, “I’m not important”. Limiting beliefs. We all have them. In this episode parent educator Anna Seewald and guest Shelly Lefkoe talk about how limiting beliefs are formed on the first place and most importantly how we can eliminate them for good and live more freely, authentically and passionately. About Shelly Lefkoe Shelly Lefkoe is co-founder and President of the Lefkoe Institute, and the founder of Parenting the Lefkoeway. She has personally worked with thousands of individuals from around the world. Using The Lefkoe Method she has helped these people eliminate issues as serious as eating disorders, phobias and depression as well as everyday problems like procrastination, shyness, fear of public speaking and the inability to form healthy relationships. Shelly is a speaker, workshop leader, and author of Parenting the Lefkoe Way. Visit http://recreateyourlife.com and eliminate a belief for FREE. I acted as her Guinea pig and she did some exercises with me. What belie

SHOW NOTES: In this episode host, parent educator Anna Seewald and guest, award-winning parenting author, speaker and the mother of four children Ann Douglas talk about raising a child with a psychological condition. How to Handle the Highs, the Lows, and Everything in Between. Ann Douglas knows firsthand just how daunting it can be—and what a difference knowledge and support can make. Each of her four children (now grown and thriving) has dealt with one or more mental health challenges, and Douglas shares what she has learned about coping with the emotional roller coaster, finding the best treatments, helping kids manage their symptoms and succeed academically, and keeping the family strong. Parenting Through the Storm is a guide to parenting a child who is struggling with a mental health, neurodevelopment, or behavioral challenge. About Ann Douglas in her own words: I am the author of a number of bestselling books about pregnancy and parenting (including The Mother of All Pregnancy Books and The Mother of A

This is the final episode of 2016. It has been an amazing year. Thank you dear listener for supporting the show. In this episode the creator and host of the show, parent educator Anna Seewald shares what she calls the authentic moments of Authentic Moments. Enjoy... -the bloopers, the cuts, the edited parts, the behind the scene moments -4 major lessons she has learned through podcasting in 2016 -her 3 favorite episodes -mistakes of 2016 and much more There have been many wonderful moments, laughs and tears... Take a trip down the memory lane and listen to the wisdom of the show's guests as they answer this one particular question: "If you had to go back in time, knowing what you know about motherhood/fatherhood, parenting, what would you say to yourself as a new Mom/Dad?" The answers will give you chills. Oh, and there is the thing about inspiration. The other question Anna always asks her guests. tune in and enjoy this final episode of Authentic Moments. subscribe, share and rate! ---parenting is not easy.