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Welcome to the Moms Who Create Podcast, a show that celebrates the incredible moms who are pursuing their creative passions. Join your host, Kelli Heil, as she interviews accomplished and talented moms who have made their creative dreams a reality, including writers, artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs.
With insightful conversations and practical tips, Kelli and her guests show how it's possible to balance the demands of motherhood with creative pursuits. Hear stories from New York Times bestselling authors and self-published first-time authors alike, and discover how they've successfully found a way to do what they love while raising their families.
In addition to inspiring interviews, Kelli also shares her own insights and resources to help you navigate the unique challenges of being a mom who creates. Whether you're an early bird or a night owl, a seasoned pro or just starting out, the Moms Who Create Podcast offers encouragement and community for like-minded moms who want to live intentionally and create with purpose.
So grab a cup of coffee, a notebook, and tune in to join the conversation. This is the Moms Who Create Podcast, and we can't wait to share this journey with you!

Moms Who Create Kelli Heil

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    • 5.0 • 22 Ratings

Welcome to the Moms Who Create Podcast, a show that celebrates the incredible moms who are pursuing their creative passions. Join your host, Kelli Heil, as she interviews accomplished and talented moms who have made their creative dreams a reality, including writers, artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs.
With insightful conversations and practical tips, Kelli and her guests show how it's possible to balance the demands of motherhood with creative pursuits. Hear stories from New York Times bestselling authors and self-published first-time authors alike, and discover how they've successfully found a way to do what they love while raising their families.
In addition to inspiring interviews, Kelli also shares her own insights and resources to help you navigate the unique challenges of being a mom who creates. Whether you're an early bird or a night owl, a seasoned pro or just starting out, the Moms Who Create Podcast offers encouragement and community for like-minded moms who want to live intentionally and create with purpose.
So grab a cup of coffee, a notebook, and tune in to join the conversation. This is the Moms Who Create Podcast, and we can't wait to share this journey with you!

    Practice Makes Progress

    Practice Makes Progress

    Need a quick pick-me-up? Let's talk about having a growth mindset and taking away the desire to be perfect.  Whether you're navigating motherhood, pursuing your passions, or just trying to make it through the day, this episode is for you.





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    Jacqueline Christine understands the overwhelming process of writing and publishing children's books. To help aspiring authors navigate this journey, she created The Children's Author Checklist. This resource aims to simplify the publishing process, allowing writers to focus on creating their next bestseller. By downloading the free checklist from Jacquelinechristine.com/checklist, authors can take control of their publishing journey and turn their dreams into reality.
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    • 17 min
    How to Overcome a Creative Block

    How to Overcome a Creative Block

    Let’s talk about creative blocks. We all have them and we all experience them. They're actually normal—yes, a natural part of the creative process. But it doesn’t feel natural, does it? Sometimes, despite our shower brainstorming sessions, when we sit down to put ideas into action, we draw a blank. If you're feeling stuck, know that you're not alone. Today, I've shared strategies to help you navigate through those creative roadblocks, from taking breaks to shifting your perspective, trying something new, collaborating with others, seeking feedback, and nurturing a positive mindset of self-compassion.



    AD INFO:

    Jacqueline Christine understands the overwhelming process of writing and publishing children's books. To help aspiring authors navigate this journey, she created The Children's Author Checklist. This resource aims to simplify the publishing process, allowing writers to focus on creating their next bestseller. By downloading the free checklist from Jacquelinechristine.com/checklist, authors can take control of their publishing journey and turn their dreams into reality.
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    Website - https://www.momswhocreate.com/

    • 11 min
    Mom Self-Care: From Overwhelm to Balance with Emma Benyon

    Mom Self-Care: From Overwhelm to Balance with Emma Benyon

    Emma Benyon is a self-care and motherhood coach and educator, supporting busy mums who are juggling the school run with a job and building a business with the tools to be less overwhelmed and have more balance, energy and clarity.

    Emma is a qualified NLP, mBIT and Practical Magic Coach. She is the editor of Positive Wellbeing Zine for Mumsand host of the Self Care and Motherhood Edit podcast.

    Connect with her at the links below:

    https://emmabenyoncoaching.co.uk/coaching-with-emma/nurture-mum-coaching
    https://emmabenyoncoaching.co.uk/
    https://emmabenyoncoaching.co.uk/self-care-and-motherhood-edit
    https://www.instagram.com/emmabenyon.coach/
    https://www.facebook.com/EmmaBenyon.Coach
    The Happy Writer with Marissa MeyerAuthors, from debuts to bestsellers, chat about books, writing, publishing, and joy. Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify
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    • 23 min
    Feeling the Story: Middle Grade, Cozy Mysteries & More with Author Marcy Blesy

    Feeling the Story: Middle Grade, Cozy Mysteries & More with Author Marcy Blesy

    Marcy Blesy is the author of over thirty books including the popular cozy mystery series: The Tucson Valley Retirement Community Cozy Mystery Series. Her adult romance mystery series includes The Secret of Blue Lake and The Secret of Silver Beach, set in Michigan. Her children's books include the best selling Be the Vet series along with the following early chapter book series: Evie and the Volunteers, Niles and Bradford, Third Grade Outsider, and Hazel, the Clinic Cat. Her picture book, Am I Like My Daddy?, helps children who experienced the loss of a parent when they were young.

    Marcy enjoys searching for treasures along the shores of Lake Michigan. She's still waiting for the day when she finds a piece of red beach glass. By day she teaches creative writing virtually to amazing students around the world.

    Marcy is a believer in love and enjoys nothing more than making her readers feel a book more than simply reading it.

    Connect with her at the links below:

    https://www.marcyblesy.com
    https://www.instagram.com/marcy_blesy/
    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550966870826
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CN1YBCLF


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    • 29 min
    From Writing Rom-Coms to Planning Weddings with Author Falon Ballard

    From Writing Rom-Coms to Planning Weddings with Author Falon Ballard

    Do you love a good Rom-Com? Well, you’re going to love today’s episode.

    Falon Ballard loves to write about love! She also has an undying affection for exclamation points and isn’t ashamed to admit it! When she’s not writing fictional love stories, she’s helping real-life couples celebrate, working as a wedding planner in Southern California. She has a deep appreciation for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is a Disneyland devotee, and is a reality TV aficionado. If she’s not busy wrangling her nine-year-old, you can probably find her drinking wine and posting a picture on Instagram while simultaneously snarking on Twitter, because multitasking!

    Connect with Falon at the links below, and get her new book "Right on Cue" everywhere books are sold on Feb 27th!

    https://www.falonballard.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/falonballard
    https://twitter.com/falonballard
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    • 22 min
    Writing Cozy Mysteries with Author Helena Dixon

    Writing Cozy Mysteries with Author Helena Dixon

    Helena Dixon splits her time between the Black Country and Devon. Married to the same man for over thirty-eight years she has three daughters, a cactus called Spike, and a crazy cockapoo. She is allergic to adhesives, apples, tinsel and housework. She was winner of The Romance Prize in 2007 and Love Story of the Year 2010 as Nell Dixon. She now writes the best selling Miss Underhay series of 1930's set cozy crime.

    Connect with Helena at the links below:

    https://www.nelldixon.com
    https://twitter.com/nelldixon
    https://instagram.com/helenadixon
    https://www.facebook.com/nelldixonauthor
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B08V5618VJ/about


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    Website - https://www.momswhocreate.com/

    • 22 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
22 Ratings

22 Ratings

MonFromSac ,

Inspiring for creative moms

I just discovered this podcast and I’m hooked! I’m publishing my first children’s book and I am so inspired to hear of other moms pursing their passion projects. Love it.

spiralthefirst ,

Fun to get inspired!

I love listening to get inspired by everyday moms doing amazing things!

Renee Bolla ,

Moms supporting moms

This is an amazing podcast for all the moms out there who are following their dreams while raising little humans. Kelli has built a supportive platform for us all to connect, inspire and share our journey, together. Love this podcast and what it stands for. Thanks Kelli for being you!

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