Mama Work It Podcast

• ByHeart, Mom Guilt, and Redefining Infant Formula with Mia Funt

  Feeding our babies should feel empowering, not overwhelming. Yet so many moms face guilt, confusion, and frustration when it comes to infant formula.In this episode of the Mama Work It podcast, I’m joined by Mia Funt, Co-Founder and President of ByHeart—the first new U.S.-based infant formula manufacturer in more than 15 years. A mom of three herself, Mia’s personal feeding journey (including breastfeeding challenges, emergency surgery, and raising two kids with severe food allergies) inspired her to create a formula that parents could trust and feel proud to use.Together with her brother, Ron Belldegrun, Mia spent five years building ByHeart from the ground up—assembling a team of pediatricians, nutritionists, and clinical experts, acquiring manufacturing facilities, and conducting the largest new-brand infant formula clinical trial in 25 years. Today, ByHeart is available nationwide in nearly 12,000 retail locations including Target, Walmart, Whole Foods, and Kroger.In this conversation, we cover:Mia’s journey as a working mom of three and co-founder of ByHeartHow Mia navigated mom guilt while raising children and building a companyWhat it really looks like to dream big as a mom balancing school drop-offs, late-night work emails, and family lifeHow ByHeart is setting a new standard in infant nutrition with organic, grass-fed whole milk and a patented protein blend closest to breast milkIf you’ve ever struggled with feeding guilt, wanted clarity about formula, or just need encouragement as a mom pursuing both family and big dreams, this episode will give you both inspiration and practical insight.👉 Special Offer for Mama Work It listeners: Get 30% off your first subscription order with code BYHEARTMAMA at ByHeart.com.Connect with ByHeart:Website: https://byheart.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byheart/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@byheartLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byheartnutrition/For more resources on mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, visit www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe!

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• Vision Boards and Manifestations

  Hey mamas—get ready to dream big! ✨In this episode of the Mama Work It Podcast, we’re diving into one of my favorite topics: vision boards and manifestation practices. This isn’t just “woo woo” magic—this is about using visuals, intention, and small aligned actions to call in the life you want. And yes, it works (I’ve got some wild success stories to prove it, from school admissions to fitness goals to family adventures).Whether you’re new to vision boards or you’ve been making them for years, this conversation will inspire you to see what’s possible and give you practical tips to actually make it happen—without adding stress to your already full mama plate.What you’ll learn in this episode:What a vision board really is and how to create one with things you already have at homeWhy our brains respond so strongly to visuals—and how this makes manifestation possibleHow to integrate manifestation into your daily mama routines (without extra time you don’t have!)Different ways to practice manifestation—vision boards, journaling, affirmations, and moreCreative ideas to make this a fun family project you can do with your kids or partnerReal-life success stories (mine and others!) that show just how powerful this practice of vision boarding and manifestation can beResources & Links Mentioned:Connect with Maria Maldonado Smith and her Vision Board Workbook www.mmsconsultingfirm.comThe Word to Your Mother prompted journal & planner www.mamaworkit.com/wordtoyourmotherFree Habit Accountability Tool: www.mamaworkit.com/free-habit-accountability Follow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/letmamaworkit and tag me with your vision boards—I’d love to cheer you on!Creating a vision board isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection. It’s about giving yourself permission to dream, imagine, and align your daily choices with the future you want. So grab your scissors, your Canva app, or just a notebook, and let’s make manifestation simple and doable for busy moms like us.✨ If this episode inspired you, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it means so much! And don’t forget to become a Mama Work It VIP subscriber here so you receive our weekly newsletter: www.mamaworkit.com 

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• From Ninja Turtles to Ancientz and Raising Kids in Between with Howard "Quiggly" Chang

  What do the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and a faith-based toy brand for kids have in common? Today’s Mama Work It episode with Howard “Quiggly” Chang connects the dots.Howard is the creator of Ancientz, a storytelling and toy brand designed to help parents raise kids with strong values, resilience, and faith. Long before Ancientz, he helped shape pop culture as one of the original creative minds behind the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toy line of the ’80s and ’90s. After stepping away from the toy world and experiencing burnout, Howard went through a spiritual awakening that reignited his passion for creating characters with purpose.In this episode, we cover:Howard’s journey from Ninja Turtles to launching AncientzHow faith and storytelling can empower parents in raising courageous kidsThe lessons Howard learned from burnout and rediscovering clarityPractical tips for moms who want to pursue big dreams How busy, working moms can connect with their kidsEncouragement for moms who feel like it’s “too late” to start a creative or faith-driven projectIf you’ve ever wondered how to blend faith, family, and creativity—or just need inspiration to keep going in the middle of busy motherhood—this conversation will give you tools and encouragement to step forward with courage.To connect with Howard after the show or learn more about Ancientz:Kickstarter page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ancientz/ancientz Website: www.ancientz.com IG: @ancientz_official FB: facebook.com/ancientz.official👉 Tune in now, and don’t forget to subscribe to the Mama Work It podcast so you never miss an episode!

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• Be Happy Like Your Life Depends On It with Karen Salmansohn

  Are you living fully—or just going through the motions?In this episode of the Mama Work It podcast, I sit down with Karen Salmansohn, best-selling author, Behavioral Change Expert, and founder of NotSalmon.com, where over 1.5 million followers turn for science-based strategies on happiness and fulfillment. With more than two million books and courses sold—and appearances on Oprah and in Psychology Today—Karen is known for blending psychology, neuroscience, and humor to deliver life-changing tools in a relatable way.We dive into her latest book, Your To Die For Life, and explore what it means to stop “sleepwalking” through life and start making intentional, meaningful choices.In this conversation, we cover:How motherhood has shaped Karen’s journey as a writer and change-makerWhat “near-life experiences” are and how to know if you’re stuck in oneWhy fear, distraction, and busyness hold so many of us backThe surprising connection between thinking about death and living more fullyMisconceptions about happiness and what research really says about fulfillmentPractical steps for moms to break autopilot and lead a purpose-driven lifeIf you’ve ever felt like you’re just checking boxes instead of truly living, this episode will give you the clarity and motivation to step into your most intentional, energized, and joyful self.👉 Tune in now, and don’t forget to subscribe to the Mama Work It podcast so you never miss an episode!Connect with Karen and purchase her book:Website: https://www.notsalmon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notsalmon/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Notsalmon/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/NotsalmonTVYour To Die For Life Book: https://yourtodieforlife.com/ And don’t forget to listen to Karen’s go-to song: I Won’t Back Down by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvlTJrNJ5lA For more resources on mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank, head over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe!

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• Raising Grateful Kids

  Gratitude isn’t just about saying thank you—it’s about cultivating a mindset of appreciation for the little things, the big things, and everything in between. When we practice gratitude as parents, we model a powerful life skill for our kids: one that builds empathy, resilience, joy, and connection.In this solo episode of the Mama Work It Podcast, I’m sharing simple, practical ways to weave gratitude into your daily routine—both for yourself and for your kids. Whether it’s through journals, family rituals, or small daily pauses, these practices can shift the energy in your home and help your kids grow up with a grateful heart.✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:Easy gratitude practices for parents (journals, mindful pauses, gratitude alarms, and more)Creative and fun ways to help kids express gratitude (jars, bedtime rituals, thank-you notes)How to build family traditions around gratitude (mealtime sharing, gratitude boards, vision-board style practices)Why gratitude is especially important during hard times—and how to teach kids that they can feel challenges and thankfulness at the same timeGratitude is a muscle, mama—and the more we use it, the stronger it gets. Start small, stay consistent, and watch how gratitude shifts the way you parent, the way your kids see the world, and the way your whole family connects.📌 Resources & Links:Subscribe to the Mama Work It newsletter: www.mamaworkit.comCatch more podcast episodes here: www.mamaworkit.com/podcastFree habit accountability tracker: www.mamaworkit.com/free-habit-accountability For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, visit www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe!

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