Mom Halo

S2 | E14 Entrepreneur Series: Mavis Huntley, Founder of Smithery

Mavis Huntley is the founder of Smithery, an online boutique that wants you to feel confident in your clothes by offering style tips, shape and colour analysis—and everything in between. Each session, they curate collections of elevated basics to help make shopping simple and fun again.
 
Topics discussed: 
What is Smithery?
Body shapes: What are they? (And no, you’re not fruit!)
How Smithery came to be—and evolved
The state of fashion right now
Denim
Fast fashion and size inclusivity
Conscious buying
And more!
 
For more Mavis Huntley, please visit:
@smitherystyle on Instagram
Smithery on the web
 
From our sponsors:
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Lianne Kim is a business coach with programs starting as low as $59 a month—she’s the best investment for new business owners looking to take their dreams to the next level
Mommy Spa is Mississauga’s first and only spa dedicated to moms, specializing in pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood. Come and experience for yourself why we are the number one spa for mamas!
Cookies and Cribs Sleep Consulting helps parents like you teach healthy independent sleep habits to their kids ages newborn to five years old. Book your free consultation today and mention Mom Halo for 10% off your service.
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

S2 | E13 Entrepreneur Series: Lexie Cappuccitti, Founder of Moon Mama

Lexie Cappuccitti is the founder of Moon Mama postpartum mesh underwear. As with so many things to do with postpartum, she had never given thought to mesh underwear until she needed them—and what she was given was not pretty, literally. With a background in fashion, she decided to take it upon herself to create postpartum underwear that people who give birth love to wear and feel good in. She believes in celebrating our bodies and making postpartum beautiful.
 
Topics discussed:
How Moon Mama came to be
Matrescence and finding a gap in the market
What products are available on Moon Mama
Why Moon Mama products are special
Entrepreneurship and product development
And more!
For more Lexie Cappuccitti, please visit:
@heymoonmama on Instagram
Moon Mama on the web
 
From our sponsors:
Wouldn’t it be great to shop online without worrying about the way something fits or if you got the right size? Try Smithery to figure out your shape and start shopping!
Lianne Kim is a business coach with programs starting as low as $59 a month—she’s the best investment for new business owners looking to take their dreams to the next level
Mommy Spa is Mississauga’s first and only spa dedicated to moms, specializing in pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood. Come and experience for yourself why we are the number one spa for mamas!
Cookies and Cribs Sleep Consulting helps parents like you teach healthy independent sleep habits to their kids ages newborn to five years old. Book your free consultation today and mention Mom Halo for 10% off your service.
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

S2 | E12 Expert Spotlight: Sabrina Baldini, Sex Coach

Sabrina Baldini is a self-described “sex nerd” and lover of all things sexual health. She has a graduate degree in sexual health and rehabilitative medicine as well as a designation in sex therapy and has been involved in sex education for more than 10 years. Beginning her career teaching sex education to children, over the years, Sabrina observed that adults had just as many questions about sex as the kids—so now she’s helping everyone learn about sex.
 
Topics discussed: 
Tension in a relationship when sex drives are different
Attachment theory and differentiation of self
Why sex coaching matters
What is a healthy sex life in a relationship?
Desire and drive—they’re two different things
Sexting
Performance anxiety
Sex as a parent—how long to get “back to normal”
And so, so much more!
 
For more Sabrina Baldini, please visit:
@aftersexed on Instagram
@learnwithsabrina on TikTok
After Sex Ed on the web
After Sex Ed podcast
New Moon Psychotherapy on the web
 
From our sponsors:
Wouldn’t it be great to shop online without worrying about the way something fits or if you got the right size? Try Smithery to figure out your shape and start shopping!
After Sex Ed offers intimacy and sex tips on Instagram and TikTok, full asynchronous courses for adults on topics ranging from Intimacy, to how to manage mismatched sex drives, to exploring kink and porn literacy. Sabrina also provides one on one sex coaching as well as couple coaching.
Lianne Kim is a business coach with programs starting as low as $59 a month—she’s the best investment for new business owners looking to take their dreams to the next level
Cookies and Cribs Sleep Consulting helps parents like you teach healthy independent sleep habits to their kids ages newborn to five years old. Book your free consultation today and mention Mom Halo for 10% off your service.
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

S2 | E11 Special Guest: Jessica Hamilton, Author

Jessica Hamilton was born in Australia but grew up in Canada. She has lived and worked in the Czech Republic, Taiwan, India and Japan. She lives with her husband, son, and daughter. Her debut novel is titled What You Never Knew, her second novel titled, Don’t You Dare, are both thrillers and published by Crooked Lane Books.
 
Topics discussed: 
Jessica’s journey to finding her niche in thriller-writing
Persevering through the rejection
The publishing process once a book is picked up
A little bit about Don’t You Dare
Writing about motherhood
The inspiration behind What You Never Knew
Jessica’s advice for aspiring authors
And more!
 
For more Jessica Hamilton, please visit:
@JessicaHamiltonWrites on Instagram
Jessica Hamilton on the web
 
From our sponsors:
Wouldn’t it be great to shop online without worrying about the way something fits or if you got the right size? Try Smithery to figure out your shape and start shopping!
Lianna Kim is a business coach with programs starting as low as $59 a month—she’s the best investment for new business owners looking to take their dreams to the next level
Cookies and Cribs Sleep Consulting helps parents like you teach healthy independent sleep habits to their kids ages newborn to five years old. Book your free consultation today and mention Mom Halo for 10% off your service.
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

S2 | E10 Expert Spotlight: Dani Kagan, Entrepreneur and co-founder of Mave & Chez

Dani Kagan is a mom, an entrepreneur as well as the co-founder and CEO of Mave & Chez, a luxury, ergonomic slipper brand for women. Mave & Chez is the only slipper brand that supports women all day with ergonomic design while also making them feel stylish and confident—because women shouldn’t have to choose between style and comfort. Dani is passionate about inspiring women to feel confident and live bold lives. 
 
Topics discussed: 
How being a mom has made her a more efficient businessperson
The pandemic business pivot
Starting a business and a family at the same time
Raising capital as a woman
The inspiration behind Mave & Chez
Grit: What it means and why it’s important
The importance of having a strong support system
And more!
 
For more Dani Kagan, please visit:
@DaniSKagan on Instagram
@MaveAndChez on Instagram
Mave & Chez on the web
@MaveAndChez on TikTok
 
From our sponsors:
Wouldn’t it be great to shop online without worrying about the way something fits or if you got the right size? Try Smithery to figure out your shape and start shopping!
Lianna Kim is a business coach with programs starting as low as $59 a month—she’s the best investment for new business owners looking to take their dreams to the next level
Cookies and Cribs Sleep Consulting helps parents like you teach healthy independent sleep habits to their kids ages newborn to five years old. Book your free consultation today and mention Mom Halo for 10% off your service.
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

S2 | E9 Expert Spotlight: Alana Metallo, Sleep Consultant

Alana Metallo is the founder of MetaSleep Consulting. She is a teacher and mom of three girls who incorporates her passion for education with supporting families on their journey to healthy sleep habits. MetaSleep Consulting works with children from newborn to age 10 using supportive and guided approaches to getting sleep back into your life. 
 
Topics discussed: 
Sleep props
Wake windows
The four-month sleep regression
The importance of sleep
Toddlers, older kids and boundary-pushing
Routines and not being afraid of an early bedtime
And more!
 
For more Alana Metallo, please visit:
@MetaSleep_Alana on Instagram
Alana through email
MetaSleep Consulting on the web (coming April 2023)
 
From our sponsors:
Wouldn’t it be great to shop online without worrying about the way something fits or if you got the right size? Try Smithery to figure out your shape and start shopping!
Lianna Kim is a business coach with programs starting as low as $59 a month—she’s the best investment for new business owners looking to take their dreams to the next level
Cookies and Cribs Sleep Consulting helps parents, like you, teach healthy independent sleep habits to their kids ages newborn to five years old. Book your free consultation today and mention Mom Halo for 10% off your service.
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

S2 | E8 Special Guest: Kyla Thomson of Bella Brave

Kyla Thomson is the mother of Bella, aka Bella Brave, who you probably know from TikTok and Instagram. Bella is a beautiful nine-year-old girl who was born with severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID), Hirschsprung disease and cartilage hair hypoplasia, a form of dwarfism. Kyla and Bella chronicle their journey through unique health challenges with a dose of laughter, positivity and some amazing fashion, too. Bella and Kyla also work together to run their organization, also called Bella Brave, which was created to give back to the community and to inspire others.
 
Topics discussed: 
How their medical journey began
A day in Kyla and Bella’s life
Staying positive amidst everything
Living far away from a kids’ hospital
What happens in a medical emergency 
And more!
 
For more Kyla Thomson, please visit:
Bella Brave on the web
@KylaCT on Instagram
@KylaCT on TikTok
 
From our sponsors:
Wouldn’t it be great to shop online without worrying about the way something fits or if you got the right size? Try Smithery to figure out your shape and start shopping!
Lianna Kim is a business coach with programs starting as low as $59 a month—she’s the best investment for new business owners looking to take their dreams to the next level
Cookies and Cribs Sleep Consulting helps parents, like you, teach healthy independent sleep habits to their kids ages newborn to five years old. Book your free consultation today and mention Mom Halo for 10% off your service.
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

S2 | E7 Expert Spotlight: Nicole Simons, Wealth Management Advisor

Nicole Simons is a new mom and a wealth management advisor at CPN Financial Services. She uses her expertise to teach women how to protect, diversify and grow their financial assets. She offers one-on-one coaching, hassle-free communication and customized plans to help women manage and eliminate debt. She’s also a licensed insurance broker who can recommend life insurance and living benefits solutions to protect your family and your income.
 
Topics discussed: 
Why her dad started CPN Financial—and what CPN stands for
The kind of advice she would give someone who has the short-term goal of getting into the real estate market
What is the stock market?
TFSAs—what are they, why we need one and how we should use it
How guardians can save for kids’ education and help it grow
The lowdown on RRSPs
Inflatation and the state of real estate in Canada right now
And more!
 
For more Nicole Simons, please visit:
CPN Financial Services on the web
@AdvisorOnTheGo on Instagram
@NicoleSimonsCPN on Facebook
 
From our sponsors:
Wouldn’t it be great to shop online without worrying about the way something fits or if you got the right size? Try Smithery to figure out your shape and start shopping!
Lianna Kim is a business coach with programs starting as low as $59 a month—she’s the best investment for new business owners looking to take their dreams to the next level
Cookies and Cribs Sleep Consulting helps parents, like you, teach healthy independent sleep habits to their kids ages newborn to five years old. Book your free consultation today and mention Mom Halo for 10% off your service.
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

S2 | E6 Special Guest: Vivian Kaye of @ItsVivianKaye

Vivian Kaye is a single mother, the founder of KinkyCurlyYaki, a business and empowerment expert, a keynote speaker, a TV and podcast personality and an all-around dope lady. She aims to show women how you can be yourself and still achieve a successful, fulfilled life. 
 
Topics discussed: 
Who Chad is and how you should bring his audacity to your day-to-day life
How KinkyCurlyYaki came to be
Viral online content
Fashion, existing in a bigger body and living for yourself
The Black experience, especially within the context of Black History Month
And more!
 
For more Vivian Kaye, please visit:
Vivian Kaye on the web
@ItsVivianKaye on Instagram
@ItsVivianKaye on TikTok
 
From our sponsors:
Wouldn’t it be great to shop online without worrying about the way something fits or if you got the right size? Try Smithery to figure out your shape and start shopping!
Lianna Kim is a business coach with programs starting as low as $59 a month—she’s the best investment for new business owners looking to take their dreams to the next level
Cookies and Cribs Sleep Consulting helps parents, like you, teach healthy independent sleep habits to their kids ages newborn to five years old. Book your free consultation today and mention Mom Halo for 10% off your service.
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

S2 | E5 Expert Spotlight: Rowhena Adolfo Patel, Hospital Delivery Bags and Postpartum Care

Rowhena Adolfo Patel is a mama and the founder of ​​Healing Mama Co.—a company who is revolutionizing the childbirth industry by raising the standard of care that every birthing person and birthing partner receives with the first ever medically backed, ready-to-go labour and postpartum bags. At the end of the day it’s giving people peace of mind during a busy time that is stressful on the body and mind. They’re making childbirth easier one bundle at a time.
 
Topics discussed: 
The origin story of Healing Mama Co.
Some of the kits and products offered
The general lack of support for birthing parents
The proper way to eat prunes
What’s in the works for Healing Mama Co. in the future
And more!
 
For more Rowhena Adolfo Patel, please visit:
Healing Mama Co. on the web
Healing Mama Co. on Instagram
 
From our sponsors:
Wouldn’t it be great to shop online without worrying about the way something fits or if you got the right size? Try Smithery to figure out your shape and start shopping!
Lianna Kim is a business coach with programs starting as low as $59 a month—she’s the best investment for new business owners looking to take their dreams to the next level
Cookies and Cribs Sleep Consulting helps parents, like you, teach healthy independent sleep habits to their kids ages newborn to five years old. Book your free consultation today and mention Mom Halo for 10% off your service.
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.