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Coordinating Naps

Boo and Allison

Coordinating Naps is a podcast for you to feel connected and known. It is easy to get lost in the day to day and forget that you aren’t alone in the mom hustle. We hope your time with us will bring some laughs and connection as we share about caring for our babies and ourselves. Whether you are breastfeeding at 3 am, running errands in your crumb filled car or finally sipping your cold coffee, this is your space. No matter what kind of mom you are, we welcome you to this mama haven.

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  • S1 · E41
    Nov 5, 2020 · 1 hr

    41: TT Finale | Favorites + Stuff

    We are closing out the season with a rapid fire episode where we share favorite things pertaining to mom life and some reflective conversation over the year. See you on the internet!

  • Oct 22, 2020 · 36 min

    40: A Taste of Fall

    This week we are sharing our current favorite fall recipes! We both love this time of year - filled with all the pumpkin and apple desserts, and you of course the soul-warming soups and chilis. Do you have an InstantPot yet?? Alli shares some IP staples in her household, and Boo gets excited to unbox and begin the exciting journey with her new pot! Join us this week, and please - head over to our Instagram and share with us your favorite fall-inspired recipes!!! Pot roast - I use ketchup instead of worcestershire sauce Butternut Squash Soup Butternut Squash Chili Carrot Ginger Soup Tuscan Chicken Pasta Boos Pumpkin bread Alli's Paleo Pumpkin Bread Apple crisp Homemade chex mix

  • S1 · E39
    Oct 15, 2020 · 1 hr 8 min

    39: A Chatty 10 Ways to Make Your House A Home

    Today we are sharing Allison's big house news and then sharing tips for making your house a home. Whether you are living in your forever home or you are a serially mover, like Boo, we have tips that have helped us make a happy space. Design Inspiration https://www.youtube.com/c/DIYMOM http://kittycotten.com/ https://cupofjo.com/category/design/ https://livefreecreative.co/home-design-and-renovation/decorate/ https://www.cassmakeshome.com/ Rug Websites https://www.rugsusa.com/ Washable Rugs https://ruggable.com/

  • Oct 8, 2020 · 1 hr 1 min

    38: Carriers with Christina!

    This week we chat about our favorite baby carriers! We have our good friend Christina join us to share her favorites as well, plus she shares about a local Hampton Roads babywearing group. This is her THIRD (!!!) time on the podcast now!! Previously she's shared her birth story with us, as well as chatted all things cloth. We love you, Christina, thanks again for joining! Carrier brands we LOVE: Baby Tula: https://babytula.com/collections/ergonomic-baby-carriers/products/dreamy-skies-tula-baby-carrier Sakura Bloom: https://lynnesstore2.myshopify.com/collections/shop-all/products/basics-linen-scout https://lynnesstore2.myshopify.com/collections/shop-all/products/basics-linen-onbuhimo?variant=36000639778981 Wildbird: https://wildbird.co/collections/all Solly: https://sollybaby.com/ BabyBjorn: https://www.babybjorn.com/baby-carriers/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-uH2qdWj7AIV1ODICh3legKuEAAYASAAEgJirvD_BwE Helpful tutorials: Wrapyouinlove: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_TD5tW2aZxsf19vC8yu9jw Hampton Roads babywearing: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BWHRchatter/

  • S1 · E37
    Oct 1, 2020 · 42 min

    37: How We: Mornings with Toddlers

    Today we share what our morning routines look like these days. Starting with sharing with what mornings were like pre-kids, what time we wake up, what we eat for breakfast and trying to wake up before our kids wake up to help have better days.

  • Sep 24, 2020 · 58 min

    36: Missy's Feeding Episode

    Join us for our FINAL episode in our feeding series! This week we bring in another Fit4Mom friend, Missy. Mom of two, she shares with us her two very different feeding journies. If you'd like to get to know Missy better, give her a follow on her IG @Missydontkare. We love you Missy, thanks for joining us!

  • S1 · E35
    Sep 17, 2020 · 34 min

    35: A Quick Q&A

    Today we were inspired by our first episode where we each pick 3 questions to ask each other. We don't know what the other person's questions will be so you get to hear random questions and random answers! Enjoy this episode of us chatting and getting to know things about each other.

  • Sep 10, 2020 · 1 hr 2 min

    34: Ali's Feeding Story

    Another week, another feeding story! This week we have Ali Maruca, mama to THREE beautiful babes. She's obviously got the whole feeding thing down right? Tune in as she tells us about her unique feeding journey with each babe! Thanks for joining us Ali, we loved having you! If you'd like to get to know Ali more:

  • S1 · E33
    Sep 3, 2020 · 34 min

    33: Road Trip Tips

    Since the only trips we’ve been taking have been in our cars, we share today about our top road trip tips for traveling with toddlers!

  • Aug 20, 2020 · 59 min

    32: Bethany's Feeding Story

    This week we sit down and chat with Bethany! While going into motherhood with her own plan and ideas for how feeding her son would go, she finds out rather quickly that her plans would need to change. In this episode, Bethany gives us a quick overview of her pregnancy and birth and then shares with us how her feeding journey affected her mental health and the changes she made to be the best mom possible for her son. Bethany’s favorite products: Bottles: NUK MAM bottles

  • S1 · E30
    Aug 13, 2020 · 51 min

    31: TT | In A Funk, Meal Planning, Media and ISO

    Today we are CHATTIN. Boo shares about dealing with having a lower capacity these days, Allison shares all about her new fridge organization and meal planning. We both discuss media we are enjoying and kid's toys that we have or plan to get! And lastly we share some items we are ISO. Happy listening! https://livefreecreative.co/episode-22-minimal-meal-plans/ https://open.spotify.com/show/71mvGXupfKcmO6jlmOJQTP?si=DXvSGaPJSJid-jme2Ab-dwutm_source=us-en_brand_contextual_text&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_campaign=alwayson_ucanz_us_premiumbusiness_obama-podcast_nonbrand+contextual+text+bmm+us-en+google https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clean-with-me/id1437964950 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/44422464-a-minute-to-midnight https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/34517766-chaos-to-clean https://www.amazon.com/little-dove-Balance-Board-Wobbel/dp/B07RVJ2K5R/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=wooden+balance+board&qid=1597269361&sr=8-6

  • Aug 6, 2020 · 58 min

    30: Jenna's Feeding Story

    Join us this week as Jenna Lindeman shares her feeding journey! Before having her son, Jenna was a preschool teacher. Jenna goes into motherhood journey very open-minded, and ended up finding a happy balance for her and her baby with breastfeeding and formula feeding! Thanks for joining in this week! Boo’s mentioned book: Cribsheet: https://www.target.com/p/cribsheet-by-emily-oster-paperback/-/A-77524947?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&fndsrc=tgtao&CPNG=PLA_Entertainment%2BShopping&adgroup=SC_Entertainment&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=g&device=c&location=9008491&ds_rl=1246978&ds_rl=1248099&gclid=Cj0KCQjw6575BRCQARIsAMp-ksOzrakrdhK7uOFN7E9vxCdZ0EJKGV8HoD9WQkIVJORzbmXCFWPzW2kaAhKrEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds Jenna’s must have go-tos: Bottles: Philips Avent Natural Baby Bottle, Clear, 4oz, 4pk, SCF010/47 Rapid boil kettle: Electric Kettle Tidewater/Virginia Beach lactation specialists store: https://tidewaterlactationgroup.com/

  • S1 · E28
    Jul 30, 2020 · 58 min

    29: After the Stork | Sleep Expert

    If you have ever struggled with getting a baby to SLEEP, this episode is for you! We've all been there. On today's episode we have Megan Robert, owner of After the Stork. She is a child sleep consultant, postpartum doula, and former nanny and today she shares with us all about how she helps clients get their kiddos to sleep. Tully (the movie Boo mentioned) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5D3O4yCmCg The Happy Sleeper book https://www.thehappysleeper.com/parenting-books Coordinating Naps listeners can gain access to Megan's Vacation and Sleep Online Course - how to keep your child well-rested at www.afterthestorksleep.com/vacation with the code coordinatingnaps to gain access for FREE! Find Megan here! https://www.afterthestorksleep.com/ https://www.instagram.com/afterthestork.megan/

  • Jul 23, 2020 · 54 min

    28: Savanah’s Homebirth

    Join us this week as we have another homebirth on the podcast! Savanah is a military wife originally from California, now living in Virginia Beach. Join us, and follow Savanah on Instagram to get to know her and her sweet family even more! Instagram: @Savnuzzo https://instagram.com/savnuzzo?igshid=19sp16xc5kxow Natural birth class in Hampton Roads VA: https://www.birthinsightva.com/ Savanahs Favorite products: https://www.blissfulherbs.com.au https://www.blissfulherbs.com.au/product-post-natal-bliss-healing-bath-herbs-25.aspx https://www.earthley.com/ref/nuzzohappens Doula: http://allnationsdoula.com/about/ Midwife team: https://www.threeriversmidwifery.com/meet-the-midwife

  • S1 · E26
    Jul 16, 2020 · 1 hr 4 min

    27: Jordan's Feeding Story

    Today Jordan Fredrickson shares her feeding journey with us! Jordan starts by telling us about finishing nursing school while being very pregnant, her plans for feeding her baby and how things went. Jordan has a beautiful feeding story complete with a relaxed beginning approach, learning how much Haakaa is too much Haakaa and still breastfeeding at 2 years old. Thanks for listening! Haakaa Breast Pump https://www.amazon.com/Haakaa-Breastpump-Suction-Silicone-Phthalate/dp/B07CVBG6DW/ref=pb_allspark_session_sims_desktop_75_1/135-5321904-6881425?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07CVBG6DW&pd_rd_r=7b634781-a50a-4617-94ab-e0b02847be70&pd_rd_w=2oPUc&pd_rd_wg=P6pL5&pf_rd_p=6dab4af8-14d2-4d59-b0a2-dd973ff1f166&pf_rd_r=T10WN9GRSMZD1BMKWH14&psc=1&refRID=T10WN9GRSMZD1BMKWH14 YouTube Breastfeeding Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE_GX_F71bwxXeLGovT6qfg786CemSrAm The “stuff with wild abandon” video is “Breastfeeding: getting a good latch every time” by Yellow Nursery : https://youtu.be/OUqRVSeBpY8 Knix Leakproof Bra https://knix.com/products/leakproof-nursing-bra Knix Postpartum Products https://knix.com/collections/knix-maternity?loc=ShopNavNew&nav=Postpartum Milkies/Milk Savers https://www.amazon.com/Milkies-Milk-Saver-Breast-Collector-Storage/dp/B007HYL9TS Lanolin https://www.amazon.com/Lansinoh-Lanolin-Breastfeeding-Soothing-Essentials/dp/B005MI648C/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=lanolin&qid=1594863424&s=baby-products&sr=1-2

  • S1 · E25
    Jul 9, 2020 · 41 min

    26: TT | A Project, A Recipe and Things Bringing Us Joy

    This week we’re chatting about current projects we are taking on, our favorite yummy recipes, and things keeping us happy! Head over to @coordinatingnaps on Instagram and let us know what you’ve been cooking recently, and share all the things that make you feel happy! Boos Beet burgers: https://www.purplecarrot.com/plant-based-recipes/beet-burger-with-smoky-tomato-aioli-potato-wedges https://lovingitvegan.com/simple-vegan-oatmeal-cookies/ Training underwear: Mickey Mouse toddler boy 3-pack or 7-pack Potty Training Pant https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017NT1U40/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4ONbFb5NYDHGW Travel Potty: OXO Tot 2-in-1 Go Potty for Travel - Pink https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NFJICN0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_IONbFbJ7DRMHR Books: Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption https://www.amazon.com/dp/081298496X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VNNbFbE04SA5P Oh Crap! Potty Training: Everything Modern Parents Need to Know to Do It Once and Do It Right (1) (Oh Crap Parenting) https://www.amazon.com/dp/1501122983/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PMNbFb1E3PK3X

  • S1 · E24
    Jul 2, 2020 · 49 min

    25: How We: Summertime (In Quarantine)

    Today we are sharing all about being outside with our boys during the summer during quarantine times! Since we are not traveling, we are discussing how we are making the most of our yards and local beaches and outdoor spots. We share our favorite ways to spend time outside and some of the outdoor essentials for staying comfortable and cool.

  • S1 · E22
    Jun 18, 2020 · 1 hr 1 min

    23: How We Montessori

    This week we share about how we Montessori with our 17 month olds! The Montessori Toddler: A Parent's Guide to Raising a Curious and Responsible Human Being https://www.amazon.com/dp/152350689X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_25J6Eb4Q9Y3JA Puzzles: Lewo Wooden Puzzle Toddler Toys Shapes Sorter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N7FJ212/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6oJ6Eb77Y85FH Guidecraft Geometric Colorful Puzzle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001GE1VWA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BpJ6EbZDR4N6J Thoth Montessori Single Shape Puzzle First Shapes Jumbo Wooden Puzzle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CRFTX4C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YpJ6Eb0CW2BBV Etsy Montessori Items: https://etsy.me/2XYbhCQ https://www.etsy.com/search?q=pikler%20triangle&ref=auto-1&as_prefix=pikler https://www.etsy.com/search?q=wooden%20ring%20stacker&ref=auto-1&as_prefix=wooden%20ring%20st Threading toys- http://etsy.me/2a3SWy3 http://etsy.me/2F5dZxY https://etsy.me/2PqxPdq Toddler learning resources to print for home learning: http://francieoutlaw.weebly.com/toddler-learning-resource.html https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Toddler-Learning-Resource-Colors-Matching-Patterns-Shapes-PreK-Activities-4256116 Plastic animals https://www.happyhentoys.com/ Laminator: Scotch Thermal Laminator Combo Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008587M0K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YXJ6Eb0T9Z679 Laminating Pouches 9 x 11.5in, 100-pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BWU3HNY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_AZJ6EbBRMH8XC Animal cards: Brighter Fun Animal Chat Activity Cards Instagrams: Francie Outlaw https://instagram.com/francieoutlaw?igshid=1349lm7vnp491 Kitty Cotten https://instagram.com/kittycotten?igshid=19k6delsvb6zr Kid's Music: Teacher Davis, Simple Spanish on Youtube, Blake Rules and Netherfriends Kids Trap, Carole King’s kids music, Andre 3000 kid’s album, Lisa Loeb

  • S1 · E21
    Jun 11, 2020 · 1 hr 2 min

    22: Preeclampsia and Preemies | A Chat with Megan Hopkins

    Today we talk with Megan Hopkins and hear her two birth stories. She was diagnosed with Preeclampsia with her both of her pregnancies and had to have emergency C-sections both times. Megan is a wealth of information and her stories are so sweet. Hand-to-Hold https://handtohold.org/ Megan’s Instagram @megalligator Megan’s Email meganghopkins@gmail.com

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