Modernizing Mahjong for the Millennial Mom with Bam Bird Boutique
Erin & Tam sit down with Meredith and Robin of Bam Bird Boutique, two friends-turned-founders who transformed their shared love of mahjong into a beautifully creative tile company. We talk about the leap from hobby to business, how they bring modern design to a traditional game, and the intentional ways they protect the joy of play in the middle of it all.
www.bambirdboutique.com
@bambirdboutique
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Cozy Game Hobbying with Tam
Tam shares how leaning into cozy gaming, especially Animal Crossing, became her nighttime ritual for relaxing, unplugging, and breaking the doom-scroll trap.
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www.artofhobbyness.com
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Longevity Through Movement with Mallory Ruth
Between the chaos of mom life and the chase for balance, movement can easily lose its joy. Erin & Tam are joined by Mallory Ruth, Founder of The Energy Up Collective, to explore how movement can become a nourishing hobby that grounds you, connects you, and helps you care for your future self with intention.
Links:
@malloryruthfit
www.malloryruth.com
@theartofhobbyness
www.artofhobbyness.com
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Scroll-Free: The Hobby Way
It’s not about quitting your phone, it’s about choosing what really restores you. Erin & Tam talk about the pull of late night scrolling, the guilt that comes with it, and how simple, hands-on hobbies can bring more presence and peace into your days.
Tips on stepping back from screens and starting a new hobby
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www.artofhobbyness.com
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The Roots of Mom Guilt and How Hobbies Help
From the never-ending “shoulds” to the pressure to be everything to everyone, mom guilt runs deep. Erin & Tam explore where those expectations come from, why they hit millennial moms especially hard, and how reclaiming creative hobbies can help us find ourselves again. This isn’t about fixing everything overnight, it’s about making space for small moments of play, rest, and self-discovery in everyday life.
Article - How to move past ‘mom guilt’ in a world that thrives on it
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www.artofhobbyness.com
The Art of Hobbyness is the go-to podcast for millennial moms looking to reignite creativity and make self-care a priority. Join Erin and Tam each week for fun, relatable conversations around empowering moms to explore new hobbies, find fulfillment beyond the hustle, and embrace happiness through creativity.
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