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 5: Confidence & Self-Care Hacks
Episode Description:
Motherhood (and life in general) can make self-care feel impossible. But taking small, intentional steps to feel good in your own skin doesn’t have to be a luxury. This episode is all about real-life, practical hacks to help women feel confident and put together—even on the messiest of days.
SEGMENT 1: Why You Can’t ‘Fake It ‘Til You Make It’
- Why Feeling Good About Yourself Isn’t Selfish—It’s Necessary
- The Early Days of Motherhood: Losing Yourself & the Struggle to ‘Look Alive’ Again
- The Pressure to ‘Just Relax’ vs. the Reality of Needing to Feel Put Together
SEGMENT 2: External Confidence Hacks
✅ Christina’s Go-To Tricks:
- Her Shark hair dryer for a fast, smooth finish.
- Sleeping in loungewear sets so she wakes up semi-dressed.
- Picking out an outfit the night before to avoid morning stress.
- Her non-negotiables each morning: brushing teeth, eye-brightening cream, daytime serum, eyebrow gel, and lip stain.
✅ Kristina’s Essentials:
- Her “big three” every morning: eyebrow pencil, tinted moisturizer, and mascara.
- Keratin treatments to make her hair low-maintenance.
- Investing in athleisure sets—not just for style, but because they promote movement and boost mental well-being.
SEGMENT 3: Mental & Emotional Self-Care
🎙 Kristina’s Therapist-Approved Mood Hack:
Dr. Christine Lang taught Kristina this 5-step sensory reset:
- Cold drink (activates the senses).
- A piece of dark chocolate (small pleasure).
- A special song (music shifts mood instantly).
- A calming scent (essential oils, lotion, etc.).
- Something tactile (like a cozy blanket or a textured object).
PINK SPOTLIGHT 🌸
💖 Christina’s Pick: Lip stain—quick, easy, and lasts all day. (Color: Romance)
💖 Kristina’s Pick: “A wash and blow dry. I even had one the morning I gave birth to my twins! It’s my quiet time and the best money I spend.”
📣 Next Week’s Topic: Dr. Christine Lang joins us! She’s a PhD BCBA and a behavior specialist with life-changing advice for moms.
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