A Mom's Life

Episode 25. Did you realize how little of time you have with your child from birth to age 18? 

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
In this week's episode we talk about transitioning to college after that time is up! We talk to Julie, mom of three who just sent her twin girls to their freshman year of college during a pandemic.
(minute by minute breakdown)
1:30: Katie & Natalie talk briefly about their drop off experiences at college
6:00: Sending our kids to college and why we need to make those 936 weeks count.
7:00: App called Parent Cue that can help you track that time.
9:45: Welcome Julie!
14:00: Sending your kids to college during a pandemic.
16:00: HIPAA consent forms and why parents should know about them.
17:45: Safety on campus
20:00: Tips for parents to stay connected. Julie recommends the Facebook group Grown & Flown and says usually the college has a Facebook page for parents.
20:45: Affording college
23:45: Coming back home after drop-off
24:15: Kids still needing you
26:00: Celebrating the accomplishment of launching kids
28:45: Resources Julie suggests for parents. APP: Life 360.
30:30: Advice on making moments count
32:30: FERPA form and why it's important if you want to see grades

MIKE'S MINUTE
38:00: Minute with Mike
-How involved should parents be?
-Navigating homesickness
-Safety on campus
-Why preparing your kids for college starts when they are young
-When your child should see a social worker on campus

MOMS MUST HAVES
The Comfy - The blanket you can wear!
Peachskin sheets - The best sheets ever!
Skinny Freezers wine chillers - like Fla-vo-ice for adults!

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Episode 24. Breast implants and the illness that might come along with them.

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, breast augmentation is the most common type of cosmetic surgery with more than 300 thousand women getting them every year. Some women are finding their implants gave them more than they bargained for. Alison shares the story of how she discovered a breast implant illness that left her thinking she was going to die.
(minute by minute breakdown)
7:00- Alison's decision to get breast implants
13:00- The tipping point. When she started thinking something is wrong.
18:00- The symptoms she was having
27:00- Finding someone who believed her and a surgeon to remove them

MINUTE WITH MIKE
48:00- Minute with Mike on body image and finding "you" again.

LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Alison hosts her own podcast, The Shared Cup click here to listen!

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Episode 23. Understanding common and not-so-common body after baby problems.

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
At the 1:40 mark: Common problems after baby
Postpartum depression
Increasing shoe size
Stretch marks
Bladder issues
Vision problems
Acne
Hair loss/breakage
At the 13:58 mark: We talk with mom of 4 and Physician Assistant, Sarah who sheds some light on a condition many moms may have and not even realize.
We also discuss the overall aftermath of body after baby and how it's a constant struggle.

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Episode 22. Katie and Natalie discuss questions that might evoke a panicked response and how to avoid them.

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
This episode is your hosts breaking down some of the questions that might send us into a tailspin. We also discuss the social media Women Supporting Women movement and why it's so important to listen to each other!
#womensupportingwomen

(minute by minute breakdown)
At 4:34 What are you doing about school this fall?
At 9:39 How many kids do you have?
At 16:43 What do you have to be depressed about?
At 23:12 How many kids do you want? Are you "trying"?
At 25:00 Are you going to breastfeed?
At 29:23 Are you pregnant?
At 31:31 Are you tired?
At 32:48 Have you lost weight?
At 35:18 What do you do?

A MINUTE WITH MIKE
-Why do we other people's questions trigger our own insecurities?
-How do we really build each other up?

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Episode 21. How to raise well-rounded kids who aren't picky eaters!

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
-Finding YOUR thing as a Mom
-Immersing yourself and your kids in different cultures through books, discussion, food, museums, festivals
-Holly moved her family to China - what she learned during that time
-Holly was in China during the Coronavirus outbreak - what that was like
-Kids menus in other parts of the world vs. the US
-Making a point to ask questions and learn other cultures

MOMS MUST HAVES
Eat2Explore -  Subscription Box that delivers cultural education through food!
Guide Dots - Subscription Box with cool art supplies allowing kids to get creative

A MINUTE WITH MIKE
-How important is it that we raise culturally diverse kids?
-Beyond food, books, museums and travel - is there a good way to seek out more diverse groups?
-Tips on how to talk to our children about cultural differences.

LINKS FROM THE SHOW
-A great book for kids - Antiracist Baby, click here

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Next week, we discuss “triggering questions”. It could be a neighbor, a friend or family member, or even a complete stranger asking us something seemingly innocent that sends us into a tailspin. We’ll tell you some of the biggest questions we’ve received and why we wish people would just stop asking them! New episodes every Wednesday. 
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Episode 20. A mother's touching story of the birth of her 1 lb,10 oz preemie.

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
-Katie and Natalie welcome Tina
-Tina talks about when she knew something was wrong with her pregnancy
-She went into labor at 25 weeks
-Meghan was born 1 lb, 10 oz.
-The hospital stay that followed
-Tina talks about being an advocate for your kids

MOMS MUST HAVES
-Hylands - safe, effective, homeopathic medicine
-Boppy - baby carriers, pillows, and so much more AND WE LOVE THEM
-Eco Pea - hypoallergenic wipes and diapers made from bamboo

A MINUTE WITH MIKE
-What parents should know if they have a preemie
-Advocating for your child
-Resources for parents

STAY WITH US
Next week, we sit down with Holly. She tells us how she works hard to introduce her kids to many different cultures through food, reading, and just talking about the importance of acknowledging and celebrating differences.

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LINKS FROM THE SHOW:
Click here for the Ronald McDonald House Charities

Episode 19. An episode full of info to help keep you and your families skin safe!

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
Mom and founder of Skin Authority, Celeste Hilling joins us for an eye opening discussion on skin and protecting it! This episode is full of information that can help keep you and your family's skin safe.
-Welcome/intro Celeste
-Is SPF enough? What we should be looking for on the bottle
-What sunscreen doesn't protect
-The different kind of rays - UVA/UVF
-Full spectrum is the one you should be looking for
-Why we need to be careful inside too
-Blue light and infrared light
-Real tips
-Teens and tanning
-Sneaky spaces that damage your skin
-Reversing damage
-Skin Authority and why a skin coach can help you.

MOMS MUST HAVES
- Skin Authority - Skin Suit and other products from Celeste
-Calm Optics - blue light blocking glasses for kids, teens and adults

STAY WITH US
Next week, we sit down with Tina. She tells the story of a her premature baby born weighing less than two pounds that defied all odds and survived!

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LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Click here for the Skin Authority website 
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Episode 18. One mom's story of courage, vitality and the will to live for her family.

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LINKS FROM THE SHOW
National Suicide Prevention Hotline:
1-800-273-8255
Click here for National Suicide Prevention Website
Click here for the personal product Michelle references

WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
Alcohol was her favorite place to hide. She almost gave up her life. This is Michelle's story of courage, vitality and a will to live for her family.
-Katie and Natalie discuss mental health
-Michelle shares her story of depression, anxiety and alcohol
-Numbing, hiding, and escaping the pain
-Why she didn't end her life
-The pressure to be perfect
-How exercise and journaling helped her

MOMS MUST HAVES
-Julio Designs - beautifully hand-crafted jewelry that gives you strength!
-Herbal Healing - balms for anti itch/moisturizing - great for kids!
-JAF Tea - handpicked delicious teas, tea blends, and tea/fruit infusions

MIKE'S MINUTE
-What's the first step in getting help if you are having suicidal thoughts
-What should friends and family do if someone is suicidal

STAY WITH US
Next week, we sit down with Celeste, a mom and the owner of Skin Authority. If you are sitting at home wondering how to fuel your own passion, she tells us why and how she did it. She also has amazing tips for you regarding your own skin!

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Episode 17. Parenting tips from the field, the court, the stage, or wherever your child goes after school.

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We sit down with pastor, youth sports coach and dad, Tony Miltenberger.

LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Click here for Tony's Podcast: The Reclamation Podcast
Click here for 5 Tips from Tony on relationships - FREE DOWNLOAD

WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
Going beyond the game.
-Recap of previous episodes
-Tony discusses "The Great Pause"
-The value of extra-curricular activities
-Identity and extra-curricular activities
-How do you love your kids?
-The 3 questions you should ask your child after every activity
-How to tell if your emotions have gotten the best of you
-Kids, sports, and social media
-What is a lawnmower parent?
-Does fun always = winning?
-What Is the parents role?
-Do your kids know you love them?
-Speaking words over time to your children

MOMS MUST HAVES
-Giftgowns - washable, reusable masks that are durable and patterned!
-Reshoevn8r - clean your shoes with this great cleaning system for sneakers!
-Boost Oxygen - supplemental oxygen for all your needs (Katie tries it live!)

STAY WITH US
Next week, we sit down with Michelle. She tells a harrowing story of survival, quitting alcohol, and NOT quitting life. She just didn't give up.
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Episode 16. Talking to your kids about inappropriate touch and a discussion on Erin's Law.

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This is an expanded Minute with Mike, our Licensed Independent Social Worker.  We discuss how to talk to your kids about inappropriate touch and what warning signs parents should be on the lookout for. We also talk to a mom who is fighting to get Erin's Law passed that would require schools to provide education to kids and teachers about child sex abuse. We discuss Erin's Law around 38 minutes into the episode 

LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Click here to learn about Erin's Law
Click here to learn about The Mama Bear Effect
Click here to learn about the Sexual Assault hotline 

Call 800.656.HOPE (4673) to be connected with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area.

**A Mom's Life is dedicated to telling stories of others. Views and advice expressed by our guests are not our own and do not necessarily reflect the viewpoints of the hosts or A Mom's Life staff.
Any insight given by our licensed independent social worker is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  

Natalie and Katie recap last week's episode, #15 Hidden in plain sight. When teaching becomes touching. 

-A deep discussion with our Licensed Independent Social Worker
-How big of a problem is child sexual abuse?
-Is this more prevalent with boys or girls?
-Why don't kids speak up about child sexual abuse?
-What about the long term effects?
-What can parents do?
-DO NOT KEEP SECRETS
-Real tips parents can use
-Getting to know anyone who will be around our kids
-Physical and emotional signs of child sexual abuse
-The importance of naming body parts
-What should we do if we suspect child sexual abuse?
-Can we trust doctors with our kids?
-Should our children be having sleepovers?
Katie and Natalie sit down with a Mom fighting for Erin's Law
-This Mom shares her very personal story of child sexual abuse
-She felt the urge to do something 
-The action she took
-An overview of Erin's Law
-The eye-opening way she teachers her kids about good touch vs. bad touch
-Advice for parents in a similar situation

STAY WITH US
Next week, we sit down with Tony Miltenberger, a pastor, father of three, and youth coach. He tells us the three questions you should be asking your kids after every practice, rehearsal or extra curricular activity. 

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