Emily shares her recent experience with end-of-school-year activities at her kids\u2019 school before introducing their guest on this week\u2019s episode, Marika Frumes. Marika is the cofounder of\xa0Mysha Pods, and both Emily and Jamie have witnessed her talents in community building and facilitating meaningful connections firsthand.\xa0
In their conversation, they discuss Marika\u2019s journey through motherhood and community building. Marika shares her transition from a career in hospitality to creating a global women's community called "Her" (@her.usa) and later founding Mysha Pods (@myshapods), a supportive space for moms to form intimate connections with one another. They delve into the importance of genuine connections and fostering inclusive environments where women can share their experiences and support one another. Marika discusses the delicate and challenging first six months of motherhood, emphasizing the importance of virtual support during this period. She shares her journey of creating a supportive community for new moms through WhatsApp groups, which evolved into the formalized support system of Mysha Pods. Marika highlights the significance of forming connections and building community, encouraging listeners to engage and reach out to others in their everyday environments.
In this week\u2019s Q&A, Emily and Jamie answer a mom\u2019s question about going into labor prior to a scheduled c-section.\xa0
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