Shannon Christensen | Building a Village: Helping Moms, Supporting Families, and Fighting Burnout!

#797. In this inspiring episode of Off the Vine, Kaitlyn sits down with Shannon Christensen, the founder of Mamas for Mamas, a movement born from Shannon’s personal journey and a deep desire to help moms everywhere feel seen, supported, and connected. From overcoming personal tragedy to creating a space where kindness is the currency, Shannon shares the powerful story behind her nonprofit that has grown into a nationwide community. Whether you're a mom or not, Shannon's story is one of resilience, empathy, and the power of community to make a difference. Tune in for a conversation that will inspire you to find your own village—and maybe even start one! If you’re LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below! PLUS, FOLLOW OUR PODCAST INSTAGRAM HERE! Thank you to our Sponsors! Check out these deals! Boll & Branch: Shop their Cyber Event for 25% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets by heading to bollandbranch.com and use promo code VINE25. Shopify: Sign up for your $1 per-month trial period at Shopify.com/vine Skylight Frames: Get $20 off a Skylight Frame at SkylightFrame.com/VINE Progressive: Quote at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS (5:00) - Shannon opens up about the profound impact of her father's passing, which became the turning point for starting Mamas for Mamas. (32:45) - The concept of kindness as currency—how moms trade freely without judgment in the Mamas for Mamas community. (52:00) – Shannon’s practical advice for moms experiencing burnout: "Know your capacity and share it" and the importance of saying no when necessary.