This Magic Life #143: The People Place with Robyn + Kazia

Send us Fan MailBuilding Community from the Ground Up: The Heartfelt Story of The People PlaceIn this episode, Bonnie sits down with Robyn Murgio and Kazia Kumbler, co-founders of The People Place, a vibrant community hub for parents and families in Los Angeles. They share how their personal journeys and shared values fueled the creation of a supportive, non-judgmental space dedicated to authentic connection, belonging, and intentional parenting.Main Topics:How their early experiences with community gaps inspired the founding of The People PlaceThe evolution of their support groups from in-person to virtual during COVID, and finally to a physical spaceThe importance of vulnerability, trust, and friendship in building a successful partnershipThe role of gender inclusivity, paid family leave, and social support in modern parenthoodOvercoming challenges like licensing, space design, and community needsThe science of matrescence and brain changes in postpartum womenCelebrating community-created friendships that last for over a decadePractical advice: riding the waves of parenthood and embracing imperfectionTimestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Robin and Kejia’s vision for The People Place 02:15 - The origin story: from lonely new moms to community builders 05:04 - How the pandemic transformed their support groups into a thriving brick-and-mortar space 07:48 - The creative process behind designing a welcoming parenting space 10:53 - The secret to a strong partnership: communication, trust, and shared values 13:14 - Non-judgmental support: removing shame from parenting conversations 15:23 - Building lifelong friendships among members—it's more than just support 18:10 - The importance of clear boundaries and open dialogue in business partnerships 22:58 - Exploring the science of matrescence and brain changes post-birth 28:49 - The evolution of modern parenthood: from caregiving to inclusivity and shared responsibility 33:35 - Challenges faced: licensing issues, space adjustments, and community needs 37:09 - The power of connection: on social media and in real life 42:30 - Advice for new parents: trust your intuition, embrace imperfection, and ride the waves 45:00 - The impact of shared history and mutual support among members 50:27 - Final thoughts: the importance of community, self-compassion, and living with intentionResources & Links: The People Place Brain Science of Matrescence Study (hypothetical link for context) Heather Cox Richardson Podcast Connect with Robin Murgio and Kejia Kumbler:  Note: This episode celebrates the power ofThis episode of This Magic Life is sponsored by Knead Obscura LLC - Edith Harris. Through intentional bodywork, therapeutic massage, and restorative care, Edith creates space for deep relaxation, nervous system support, and reconnection to yourself. Edith’s approach is grounded in compassion, intuition, and whole-body wellness. Because caring for yourself isn’t a luxury — it’s part of living this magic life.Knead Obscura | ClinicSupport the showWebsite: booksbybonnielippincott.comInstagram: @books_by_bonnie_lippincottTikTok: @entrylevelmomEmail: [email protected]: Baby2Baby is a national non-profit organization that provides children living in poverty with diapers, clothing and all the basic necessities that every child deserves. To learn more and get involved, visit www.baby2baby.org