The Power of Story: Bambi on Parenting, Military Kids, and Her Grandmother’s Coffee Cake

Send us a text with your feedback here!On this episode of The Real Family Eats, host Reesa sits down with Bambi, a mother of six and grandmother of thirteen, to talk about the real challenges and rewards of parenting through every stage of life. Bambi shares honest insights from her journey as a single mom, her experiences with homeschooling, military parenting, and keeping family traditions alive.Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode:Bambi’s personal story as a single mom of six, including how she navigated raising kids and reinventing herself after becoming an empty nester.The realities and emotional challenges of having children in the military and the unique transitions that come with it.Reflections on motherhood, letting go, and supporting adult children as they start their own families and set their own traditions.Bambi’s advice on navigating tricky relationships with in-laws, and how to handle boundaries and expectations as new generations grow.The importance of sharing vulnerable parenting moments, plus Bambi’s family-favorite coffee cake recipe and the significance of family recipes in keeping loved ones close. Connect with Bambi:healingthroughstories.com facebook-bambi lynn, IG-lynn.bambi Tiktok-healing through stories[bambi] linkedin-bambi makowski ___________________ Grandma's Coffee Cake 3/4butter 2eggs 1 1/2 cups of sugar1 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla3 cups of flour1 1/2 cups of sour cream1 1/2 teaspoon of brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoon bp mix and put half in bunt pan Then add brown sugar, chocolate chips, and cinnamon. repeat and then top again Cook for 30 to 40 minutes, on 350******Host: Reesa Morala, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Reesa is a parenting specialist with a niche in supporting couples. Find Reesa hosting couples and parenting workshops nationwide!Make sure to like, follow, and subscribe!For the video version of this episode find us at: https://www.embracerenewaltherapy.com/If you are a parent ready to share your real-life parenting struggle and dish up a recipe with Reesa, apply here:https://www.embracerenewaltherapy.com/real-family-eats-guest If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or need personalized support, please seek help from a licensed mental health professional. If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a crisis, contact emergency services or a crisis hotline in your area.Suicide and Crisis Line: Text or Call 988Go to your local hospital or call 911