{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/64e6d77dda4f5e001167cdc7/664251db1d878a0012bee611?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"From opera & acting to motherhood & entrepreneurship: Barbara Harrison of Tots and Tunes","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/64e6d77dda4f5e001167cdc7/1719179086732-c06eeaea3184e00c6bc471343ea9f8ac.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this heartwarming and laughter-filled episode of the “You Did It” podcast, host Elysia Rotaru catches up with her long-time friend Barbara Harrison, founder of Tots and Tunes and multifaceted entrepreneur, actress, and dedicated mother. Barbara opens up about the challenges of balancing her various roles, including running a gym&nbsp;with her husband&nbsp;and&nbsp;launching her own business:&nbsp;Tots and Tunes. She candidly shares the pressures she faced, especially the irony of owning a gym&nbsp;with her husband,&nbsp;but struggling to find time for her own workouts. As her children grow older, she is finally able to carve out more time for herself and take on new challenges. Barbara also discusses her exciting new venture, transforming&nbsp;a&nbsp;gym space to create a dedicated area for Tots&nbsp;in&nbsp;North Vancouver, offering a hub for prenatal and postpartum fitness, kids’ classes, and support workshops for parents.Barbara reflects on her acting career, the transition to voiceover work during the pandemic, and the importance of having supportive peers.</p><p><br></p><p>She emphasizes the need for resources and support for new parents, sharing her experiences with breastfeeding and the hormonal challenges it brings.Throughout the episode, Barbara’s authenticity and resilience shine through, as she emphasizes the importance of patience, support, and the gradual realization of one’s dreams. She leaves listeners with a message of hope and perseverance, encouraging parents to trust the process and believe that their goals will come to fruition in due time.Join us for an inspiring conversation about perseverance, self-care, and the journey of motherhood.</p><p><br></p><p><em>*** Thank you for tuning in and if it aligns with you please, FOLLOW, DOWNLOAD, REVIEW and SHARE this podcast with your community!</em></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>USEFUL LINKS:</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://totsnorthvan.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://totsnorthvan.com/</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/totsnorthvan/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/totsnorthvan/</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/totsandtunes/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/totsandtunes/</a></p><p><a href=\"http://www.facebook.com/totsnorthvan\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.facebook.com/totsnorthvan</a>&nbsp;</p><p><a href=\"http://www.facebook.com/totsandtunes\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.facebook.com/totsandtunes</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>EPISODE SPONSOR:</strong></p><p>Use my code YOUDIDIT at checkout for 15 % off at <a href=\"balmyworld.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">balmyworld.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Much Love and Gratitude</p><p>xo</p><p>E</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Hosted by: <a href=\"https://elysiarotaru.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Elysia Rotaru</a></p><p>Cover Art by:<a href=\"https://elydarotaru.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Elyda Rotaru</a></p><p>Music by:<a href=\"https://soundkirkstudios.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Andrew Persoon</a></p><p>Post-Audio (Full Episodes) by:<a href=\"https://www.soundkirkstudios.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Andrew Persoon</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Video editing /Production by:<a href=\"https://beacons.ai/ryanandamyshow\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Amy Goodmurphy</a> &amp; <a href=\"http://wgthelabel.co/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sandra Mack</a></p><p>Produced by: Little Psycho Productions</p><p>Public Relations:<a href=\"http://www.adbpublicity.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> ADB Publicity</a></p><p>Special thanks to:<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ryslife/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Ryan &amp; Nova Williams</a> my family and friends and all of our guests and all those who inspire me. YOU DID IT!!!</p>","author_name":"Elysia Rotaru"}