Pretty In Pink Again
Welcome to Pretty in Pink Again, the podcast where motherhood meets rediscovery. Hosted by Christina Tarabishy (@christinatarabishy) and Kristina Bontempo (@kristinabontempo)—two millennial moms navigating life, kids, and everything in between—this show is your weekly dose of candid conversations, relatable stories, and a little glam. Whether you’re adjusting to life after babies, finding yourself again, or just looking for a safe space to laugh, cry, and feel seen, we’re here for you. Tune in as we tackle the messy, beautiful chaos of modern motherhood and inspire you to get to know the new version of yourself—one episode at a time!
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Pretty In Pink Again
Episode 4: (Trying to) Let Go of Control in Motherhood
Episode Summary:
This week, Christina and Kristina dive into the ever-present struggle of letting go of control as moms. From managing schedules to setting boundaries, they explore why mothers feel the need to control everything and how to find a balance between structure and flexibility.
✨ Key Topics:
- Kristina’s Hack for Staying Organized: She swears by her Amazon Echo Show to display the family schedule, making it visible to everyone—so the mental load isn’t just on her. It’s a simple way to bring structure without micromanaging! Check it out here
- Christina’s Journey with Control: With baby #1, a controlled schedule worked like magic, but with baby #2, she quickly realized that rigid structure wasn’t the answer. She shares how she adjusted her mindset and approach.
- The Need for Control: Why do moms feel pressure to manage everything? Is it about caring or a lack of trust in others?
- Boundaries vs. Control: How to set rules without becoming overbearing.
- WHAT THE FLOCK!? : They share moments that backfire while trying to control the situation.
- Trusting the Process: Letting go can lead to better outcomes for both moms and kids.
💖 Pink Spotlight:
- Christina’s Self-Care Shift: She’s cutting back on coffee (gasp!) to help manage her anxiety—and it’s actually working!
- Kristina’s Game-Changer: She got laser hair removal at LaBella Medical in Farmington, CT and says it’s life-changing. (Bonus: Mention Pretty in Pink Again for 20% off your treatment!)
📣 Next Week: Self-Care & Confidence Hacks—small, intentional routines that help moms feel put together and empowered.
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