Cawnawyn welcomes Courtney Weber and Kanani Soleil to discuss how community events support pagan parents, highlighting their upcoming conference: “Spirit Northwest”, a four-day immersive pagan conference in the Pacific Northwest, emphasizing inclusivity and diversity of practice.

Spirit Northwest: April 23-26, 2026! A make-your-own-adventure conference with varied workshops, keynotes, rituals, and evening social events.

Tickets to Spirit Northwest in Portland, OR: www.spiritnorthwest.com

Courtney shares how motherhood shifted her practice toward survival and a more private, personal magic, including boundaries around sharing online and navigating her toddler’s spiritual experiences.

Learn more about Courtney Weber: courtneyaweber.com

Follow Courtney on Instagram & TikTok: @courtneyaweber

Kanani describes how motherhood moved her from solitary practice into public community-building through volunteering, and how her older kids engage differently as teens.

Learn more about Kanani Soleil: suburbanwitchlady.com

Follow Kanani on Instagram & TikTok: @suburbanwitchlady

00:00 Welcome to the Podcast

03:23 Parenting Shifts Practice

05:49 Keeping Magic Private

10:41 Finding Pagan Community

15:51 Kids and Spiritual Moments

20:43 Samhain and Ancestors

24:16 Boundaries With Spirits

25:22 Spirit Northwest Origins

27:13 Why Local Conferences Matter

27:46 Highlighting National Pagan Conferences

29:24 Immersive Workshop Format

30:17 Entry Level to Advanced

33:35 Learning Through Differences

37:06 Workaholics and Weddings

45:19 Evening Rituals and Socials

46:28 Parenting Pagan Values

48:42 Closing

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Music by C. A. Worden ©️ Smashing Ivory Productions LLC 2026

Violin - Jean-Philippe de Passos (via Musiversal)

Cawnawyn and Annette are stepping into 2026 and reflecting on the lessons learned in 2025 and how they tie into the magical rediscovery of the self through the lens of witchcraft. They discuss emotional maturity, the role of anger, and the importance of somatic practices. This episode is an intimate look at the challenges and triumphs of parenting in alignment with Earth and celestial rhythms. From re-parenting oneself to teaching children emotional intelligence by example, this episode offers heartfelt insights and practical wisdom for pagan parents.

00:29 Reflecting on 2025 and Embracing 2026

03:32 Emotional Growth and Anger Management

11:24 Somatic Practices for Emotional Release

18:42 The Importance of Community and Support

21:56 Looking Ahead: Goals and Aspirations

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans by Michaeleen Doucleff

https://bookshop.org/p/books/hunt-gather-parent-what-ancient-cultures-can-teach-us-about-the-lost-art-of-raising-happy-helpful-little-humans-michaeleen-doucleff/5848320ecc6fea42?ean=9781982149680&next=t

Questions, comments, and suggestions can be addressed to starsandsproutspodcast@gmail.com.

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Astrology classes, new podcast episodes, the Dark Moon Chronicle Blog, and music releases on cawnawynmor.com.

Music by C. A. Worden ©️ Smashing Ivory Productions LLC 2026

Violin - Jean-Philippe de Passos (via Musiversal)

Join hosts Cawnawyn and Annette in this episode of Stars and Sprouts, where they explore the essence of the Winter Solstice, share personal reflections on rites of passage, and discuss the balance of parenting, self-growth, and spirituality. From managing seasonal expectations and traditions to connecting with ancestral wisdom and plant spirit medicine, this episode is rich with insights for pagan parents navigating the sacred and soulful path of raising children.

Timestamps:

00:00: Introduction and Welcome

02:53: Holly and Its Seasonal Significance

09:02: Winter Solstice Reflections

11:45: Finding Elders and Grandparent Communities

16:42: “Turning Left” and Folklore Wisdom

27:52: Plans for the Solstice

39:25: What actually happened for the Solstice

48:32: Embracing Present Moment and Self-Compassion

52:00: The Impact of Ancestral Connections During the Holidays

55:47: The Importance of Self-Reflection

59:42: Closing Thoughts and New Year Wishes

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Matthew Wood and Chris McPadden Course on Animal Medicines:

https://www.matthewwoodinstituteofherbalism.com/course/animal-medicine

Amanda Nicole Lectures on Holly

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UVwIlwOU6bHChQJSgBfuv?si=ObNC9AH4Q6yCUdrHl1Evsg&nd=1&dlsi=f621292cacd54f5c

Books by David Graeber,

The Dawn of Everything: A New History of Humanity

and

Debt: The First 5000 Years

Book by Eliot Cowan: Plant Spirit Medicine

Help bookstores and local communities by purchasing resources from:

thriftbooks.com

bookshop.org

Sacred Fire Community

sacredfire.org

Questions, comments, and suggestions can be addressed to starsandsproutspodcast@gmail.com.

Follow Cawnawyn on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok @cawnawynmor for more music, astrology, and witchcraft.

Astrology classes, new podcast episodes, the Dark Moon Chronicle Blog, and music releases on cawnawynmor.com.

Music by C. A. Worden ©️ Smashing Ivory Productions LLC 2025

Violin - Jean-Philippe de Passos (via Musiversal)