Bridget Manley
Bridget Manley
Lori - "We Understand There Are Milestones He Needs To Reach, But We Need To Let Him Just Be A Kid"
Lori - "We Understand There Are Milestones He Needs To Reach, But We Need To Let Him Just Be A Kid"
Lori - "We Understand There Are Milestones He Needs To Reach, But We Need To Let Him Just Be A Kid"
Tuesday 30th May 2017
Lori discusses speech delays, decluttering, and balancing work and motherhood on 'Birds In A Tree'. Tune in for practical tips and heartfelt insights.
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Get the buttons here!Balancing Act: Lori's Journey Through Speech Delays and Decluttering
I really wanted him to just be able to, you know, live his life via the natural rhythms, like the way our grandparents live. You know, it just seemed like a simpler time, less technology, less having to worry about, like all the standardization of certain criteria for, like, you know the system.
Parenting is a juggling act, and Lori knows this all too well. In this episode of 'Birds In A Tree', Lori opens up about her life as a mom to a son on the cusp of starting kindergarten, a successful blogger, and a Declutter Coach. When her son was diagnosed with a speech delay, Lori found herself navigating a maze of assessments and therapies.
She shares how she managed to keep her cool and focus on letting her son be a kid, despite the pressures to meet developmental milestones. Lori's story is a reassuring reminder that every child moves at their own pace, and that's perfectly okay. But the conversation doesn't stop there. Lori and host Bridget Manley dive into the nitty-gritty of decluttering—a topic many parents can relate to.
Lori offers practical tips on how to tackle the mountain of 'stuff' that accumulates in family homes, from kids' toys to outgrown clothes. Her strategies are not just about getting rid of things but about creating a more peaceful and functional living space. Lori also sheds light on the challenges of being a female entrepreneur working from home.
Balancing work and motherhood is no small feat, and Lori's candid insights offer a valuable perspective for anyone trying to find that elusive work-life balance. Her experiences and advice are not only informative but also deeply relatable, making this episode a must-listen for parents. Whether you're dealing with speech delays, drowning in clutter, or trying to juggle work and family life, Lori's journey offers valuable lessons and inspiration.
Tune in to hear a lively, heartfelt conversation that touches on the highs and lows of parenting, all while reminding us to let kids be kids.