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Episode 50: "Devotion to St. Joseph - My Testimony of this Wonderful Saint!"

The Crunchy Catholic Podcast - Faith, Motherhood & Natural Living
Episode 50: Devotion to St. Joseph - My Testimony of this Wonderful Saint!
What a wonderful episode this was to record. You won't find a whole lot of "facts" and "life story" of St. Josesph in this episode, but rather you will hear my own personal testimony of St. Joseph and simple steps for how you can get started with your devotion as well.
Resources mentioned:
"The Life of St. Joseph As Seen by the Mistics"
The beautiful prayer to St. Joseph that I mentioned
A few other (very affordable) favorites from my Church book store:
 
“Visits to Saint Joseph for Every Day of the Month” 
 
“Go To Joseph"
 
Be sure you're on my EMAIL and/or TEXT list to hear about the next Rosary bracelet launch and other important announcements!
And since so many ask: HAPPY JUICE links can be found here 
If we haven't met yet, I'm Rosie, Catholic mother of 4 and I am thrilled to be celebrating over THREE YEARS of this podcast, offering many resources within this platform. 
Thanks for being here!
 
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Episode 49: "Is Your Smartphone Sabotaging Your Life?"

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Episode 49: Is Your Smartphone Sabotaging Your Life?
I realize this is a pretty drastic podcast title, and after recording it I actually think I’ll be doing some additional episodes on the topic in the future because there’s just so much to say!
In this episode I dive into my personal journey with the use of my phone as a mother and as an entrepreneur. I truly believe there is a season for everything and while my phone has been the source of many financial blessings by means of social media, it seems that God is calling me to make a shift and I’m so excited to see what’s in store.
The Huberman podcast episode I mentioned can be found here.
CRUNCHI make up and skin care info can be found here.
HAPPY JUICE links can be found here (which btw Amare recently collaborated with The Rootist hair care which is a “fermented hair care” line only found in Sephora and now also available through Amare, for a tad less might I add!)
If we haven't met yet, I'm Rosie, Catholic mother of 4 and I am thrilled to be celebrating over THREE YEARS of this podcast, offering many resources within this platform. 
Thanks for being here!
 
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Episode 48: Celebrating One Year of Drinking Happy Juice - Is It Worth the Hype?

The Crunchy Catholic Podcast - Faith, Motherhood & Natural Living
Episode 48: Celebrating One Year of Drinking Happy Juice - Is It Worth the Hype?
I sort of can't believe it's already been one whole year of drinking the "viral gut-health drink" HAPPY JUICE! In this episode I talk about my story of dealing with feelings of depression and anxiety during my first trimester of my fourth pregnancy, even going so far as experiencing mom rage and such overwhelming mom-guilt for feeling this way. Whew! Enter Happy Juice to save the day - I can't wait for you to take a listen! 
If we haven't met yet, I'm Rosie, Catholic mother of 4 and I am thrilled to be celebrating over THREE YEARS of this podcast, offering many resources within this platform. 
FIND OUT ABOUT HAPPY JUICE HERE
 
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Episode 47: "What I'm Doing in 2025 to Feel Better Mentally and Physically"

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Episode 47: "What I’m Doing in 2025 to Feel Better Mentally and Physically" - Maternal Mental Health - Postpartum - Gut Health - Mindset - Fitness
If you’re like most of us, you’ve hit a bit of a “post holiday slump” or “winter blues” or whatever you want to call it. Most of us are experiencing the seasonal deficiencies of vitamins and nutrients and the cabin fever of not being able to spend as much time outside.
In this episode, I mention 5 things I’m resolving to stick to so that I can improve my mental and physical health.
If we haven't met yet, I'm Rosie, Catholic mother of 4 and I am thrilled to be celebrating THREE YEARS of this podcast, offering many resources within this platform. 
(My favorite place to connect is through my Instagram so be sure to give a follow and say hello!)
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:
Dr. Huberman episode on sugar
Dr. Huberman episode on alcohol
Parasite cleanse
Simple app (Workouts/Fitness)
Glorious Heritage books (Save 10% with code CRUNCHY)
Tessa Romero’s Podcast & Journaling Course 
AppBlock (save 30% using my link!)
40 Day Sugar Fast book (I found the audio for free using the HOOPLA app)
Mental Wellness Challenge FB Group starts 1/10/25: I actually can't send you the link unless you're a customer so reach out if you already are, or HERE IS THE LINK to purchase Happy Juice:)
 
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Episode 46: "Sheltering Versus Shielding Your Children"

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Episode 46: "Sheltering versus Shielding Your Children"
Well if you want to hear the fired up side of me, then buckle up because in this episode I talk about the things of the world and why we must protect our children from it - where is the happy medium exactly?!
Also mentioned in the episode is my (free) December Declutter Challenge which has a HUGE turnout so far! You can join at any time in December as it is self-paced.
If we haven't met yet, I'm Rosie, Catholic mother of 4 and I am thrilled to be celebrating THREE YEARS of this podcast, offering many resources within this platform. 
(My favorite place to connect is through my Instagram so be sure to give a follow and say hello!)
 
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w
 

Episode 45: "Holiday Mindset Tips for Moms of Littles"

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Episode 45: "Holiday Mindset Tips for Moms of Littles"
I think this is an episode we ALL are in need of right about now! If you ever find yourself caught up in the comparison game while scrolling social media, please remember that Instagram/Pinterest is typically a highlight reel of someone’s life. Listen in as I keep it REAL (not reel) with actually navigating the holidays with littles.
To be on my BLACK FRIDAY list for the Happy Juice sale, go ahead and message me BLACK FRIDAY either on Instagram or via email.
If we haven't met yet, I'm Rosie, Catholic mother of 4 and I am thrilled to be celebrating THREE YEARS of this podcast, offering many resources within this platform. 
(My favorite place to connect is through my Instagram so be sure to give a follow and say hello!)
 
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w
 

Episode 44: "Rediscovering Your Style or Wardrobe as a Mom - Fashion, Modesty, Nursing-Friendly Clothes and More"

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Episode 44: "Rediscovering Your Style or Wardrobe as a Mom - Fashion, Modesty, Nursing-Friendly Clothes and More"
When we become a mama, EVERYTHING changes… including our body! It can be hard navigating what clothes to keep or toss. Has our style changed? Has our standard changed? What about modesty? While this is all SO subjective, I hope you’ll find some takeaways as I share my own journey as I transformed my style and my wardrobe over the last several years of motherhood.
The black leggings that I mentioned which are a STAPLE to my wardrobe (under a dress) as well as a few of my favorite nursing dresses from Amazon:
This one, this one and this one!
As mentioned, CRUNCHI make up and skin care is having an amazing Skin Care sale with products up to 50% off! Click here to shop!
If we haven't met yet, I'm Rosie, Catholic mother of 4 and I am thrilled to be celebrating THREE YEARS of this podcast, offering many resources within this platform. 
(My favorite place to connect is through my Instagram so be sure to give a follow and say hello!)
 
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w

Episode 43: “Tips for Dealing With Anxiety as a Catholic Mom”

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Episode 43: “Tips for Dealing With Anxiety as a Catholic Mom”
Well this is a topic I haven’t really talked about yet! Nobody wants to talk about anxiety but I think everyone has experienced some level of it. Perhaps this will be the first of many more episodes on the topic!
Resources Mentioned in the episode:
Several times I referenced my Happy Holy Home course which is currently being revamped but is available (at a discount) for preorder!
Or, to check out my free workshop, “Homemaking Hurdles and How to Overcome Them” you can go back and listen to episodes 32-35, or for the full experience (videos and free downloads) you can sign up for free here.
The “21 Days” book that I couldn’t remember the title of is literally called BREATHE, and I got it from our library but here is the Amazon link.
RENEW is another digital product of mine, a 10 day workbook to RENEW your priorities as a Catholic wife and mother. Save $10 with code PODCAST10. 
Here is the podcast episode I referenced regarding the effects of alcohol. 
Last but not least for more info on the amazing HAPPY JUICE you can either read my blog article or jump straight to my shopping link where you can save $10 on your first order.
If we haven't met yet, I'm Rosie, Catholic mother of 4 and I am thrilled to be celebrating THREE YEARS of this podcast, offering many resources within this platform. 
(My favorite place to connect is through my Instagram so be sure to give a follow and say hello!)
 
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w

Episode 42: “The Birth Story of Melody Rose - a Test of Faith and a Testimony of the Goodness of God ”

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Episode 42: “The Birth Story of Melody Rose - a Test of Faith and a Testimony of the Goodness of God ”
Oh my goodness gracious was this quite the roller coaster ride! Every one of my children's birth stories ends up being not only a life-changing experience in and of itself, but also a life lesson because of how much my Faith is tested in uniquely different ways every time. God is always allowing certain things to happen for very specific reasons that we may not always understand at the time, but He knows best and it's beautiful when that Truth unfolds (long as it may feel) before our eyes.
It's a bit vulnerable to share a birth story on such a public platform but I do feel compelled to shout this victory from the rooftops. God's goodness in this story is just too beautiful to not share it with others! I hope you enjoy.
If we haven't met yet, I'm Rosie, Catholic mother of 4 and I am thrilled to be celebrating THREE YEARS of this podcast, offering many resources within this platform. That RESOURCES link includes the Happy Juice I frequently mention!
(My favorite place to connect is through my Instagram so be sure to give a follow and say hello!)
 
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w

Episode 41: "Seven Swaps for Starting Your Crunchy Living Journey"

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Episode 41: “Seven Swaps for Starting Your Crunchy Living Journey”
Are you a beginner “crunchy mama” and trying to figure out where to begin with converting your home to be less toxic? You are SURE to find some amazing takeaways as I cover these 7 categories of things around your home you can convert to be less toxic.
If we haven't met yet, I'm Rosie, Catholic mother of 4 and I am thrilled to be celebrating THREE YEARS of this podcast, offering many resources within this platform.
(My favorite place to connect is through my Instagram so be sure to give a follow and say hello!)
 
Here are links for all of the things mentioned:
 
"Cleaners" - I mentioned the Earthley all-purpose cleaner, you can shop Earthley HERE and use code CRUNCHYCATHOLIC to save 10%!
Also mentioned is the Truly Free brand - you can save BIG time by adding 5 or more products (which unlocks 40% AND 2 Free Products!) then add my CRUNCHYCATHOLIC promo code which unlocks 30%! Crazy savings - TRULY FREE.
"Laundry" - Again, talked about Earthley (see link above) and Truly Free (see link above)
"Personal Care" - Apps mentioned: EWG Healthy Living & Think Dirty. Deodorant mentioned by Beauty by Earth, use this link to save 10%.
"First Aid" - All-purpose salve (also recommend their Arnica!) and PEST-ASIDE are from Earthley (see link above)
"Medicine" - Many wonderful tinctures from Earthley! The (natural) Mental Wellness Company mentioned: Amare. Explore my links here to save $10 stacked with 10% off!
"Candles/Air Fresheners" - No links mentioned
"Make up/Skin Care" - During September only, you can save 20% off your first order! Use code ADVOCATE20, or if it's after September you can still save 10% by using ADVOCATE10. Shop CRUNCHI.
 
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Background music:
Track: Summer Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons
Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/UpRPzujTa7w