A Mom's Life

Episode 15. A mother's heartbreaking fight for justice for her daughter.

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This is Stephanie's story of how she found out about an unlawful incident involving her daughter and her gym teacher. It's a story of anger, outrage and a relentless fight parents are taking on for their girls. 

*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. 

WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE

-Stephanie explains why she's sharing her story.
-The phone call she received from the police department.
-How she found out it was the gym teacher. 
-How she found out it wasn't solely her daughter. 
-The surveillance video. The doorbell. 
-Why her daughter didn't speak up.
-The guilt she feels as a parent as a result of what happened.
-The advice she has for parents.
-The charges, the arrest, the trial, the verdict, the sentence.
-The petition for harsher sentencing 
-The bond that her, her husband, and the other parents have created. 
-The action they continue to take.
-The final words she has for her daughter's gym teacher. 

MIKES MINUTE
-How to talk to your child about inappropriate touching?
-At what age do you begin?
-Should we apologize for the way we parent?
-Having open conversations with our kids.
-Signs that your child might have experienced something like this.
-The guilt parents feel.

STAY WITH US
Next week, we unpack this issue even further.
A deeper dive into inappropriate relationships with children, touching, abuse.
We also hear from another local family impacted by this teacher and the fight to get Erin's Law passed in Ohio.

LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Click here for warning signs
Click here for how to talk to your kids
Click here for Erin's Law
Click here for the Petition

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Episode 14. A powerful conversation about race, parenting, and how we can do better.

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
A discussion with Marsha Bonhart, our friend, a mother of two, a former news anchor and a community volunteer. Marsha discusses, at length, raising her children and the racism she and her family have endured.

MINUTE WITH MIKE
Mike, our licensed independent social worker discusses racism in today's culture.

STAY WITH US
Next week, and every week, a brand new episode just for you, Momma!
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LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Click here for an explanation on systemic racism
Click here for some thoughts on white privilege
Click here for an explanation on white privilege 

Episode 13. Hilarious and embarrassing mom moments from your hosts!

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
Really embarrassing but funny moments you can relate to as you navigate motherhood!

MOMS MUST HAVES
Drink Pure Wine -  help with that wine hangover!
Soon Skincare - clean ingredient skincare you'll love
Volo Beauty hair towel - a must have that will cut your drying time in half
Choc Zero - Sugar free, soy free, dairy free - still delicious!

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Episode 12. One mom shares the story of her tumultuous relationship with alcohol and why she broke up with it for GOOD!
 
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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
Alcohol is so prevalent in our society and sometimes it's easy to drink away the anxiety, fear, anger and frustrations of life. Lesley shares her story of how she quit drinking for good and how that decision changed her life.
Katie and Natalie discuss alcohol in today's society.
Lesley shares the details of her troubled relationship with alcohol and all the pressures that went along with it.

MINUTE WITH MIKE
Mike, our licensed independent social worker, shares his wisdom

STAY WITH US
Next week, and every week, a brand new episode just for you, Momma!
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LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Click here for your own Strength for the Journey jewelry 

Episode 11.Get your kids off of the couch and helping around the house!

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
Ashley Buffa shares her tips and tricks to help stressed out moms reclaim their homes with a secret tool they already had...their kids!

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LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Click here for the chore system

Episode 10. The journey of mothering your own kids when your mom dies.

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
She lost her mom when she was 16. Now, her motherhood journey is shaped by the fact that she has lived more years without her mom than with her.
Lucy tells the story of how she refused to let her grief harden her but instead used it to become a better friend, partner and mom.

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Next week, and every week, a brand new episode just for you, Momma!
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Episode 9. The story of Samuel, your host Natalie's stillborn son.

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
Natalie's son, Samuel was stillborn at 33 weeks in 2019. This is her story of silent loss, grief and how she found strength in the face of tragedy.
Stillbirth is the death of a baby at more than 20 weeks gestation. It impacts 1 in 100 pregnancies.

MINUTE WITH MIKE
Mike, our licensed independent social worker shares his wisdom on managing this type of grief. Mike is also Samuel's Grandpa.

STAY WITH US
Next week, and every week, a brand new episode just for you, Momma!
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LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Click here to follow Natalie's Blog
Click here for Still Standing Magazine
Click here for The Star Legacy Foundation (support for families)
Click here for Stillbirth information and support 

Episode 8. How one Momma got her groove back, and how you can too!

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
 After kids many of us get stuck. We identify as only one thing: mom. This mom shares her transformation story of how she found herself again and her advice on what you can do too. Shawna gives real, tangible tips to help you get your groove back.

MINUTE WITH MIKE
Mike, our licensed independent social worker shares his wisdom with you!

STAY WITH US
Next week, and every week, a brand new episode just for you, Momma!
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LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Connect with Shawna:
Click here for her personalized site
Instagram: @shawnacyr
Email: [email protected]

Episode 7. Your host Katie shares her very personal story of Postpartum depression and how she overcame it.

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
Katie shares her personal battle with postpartum depression and anxiety. She also has tips on how she was able to overcome it three times. No one told you it was a possibility. How could the happiest time of your life be shadowed by dark thoughts and a lack of emotion? Sometimes it's our turn to let you in. This is Katie's story of taming the beast that is postpartum depression.
*Postpartum talk starts at the 15:00 minute mark. Catch Natalie & Katie's monthly catch-up before.

MINUTE WITH MIKE
Mike shares tips for women dealing with postpartum depression and how family members can help

STAY WITH US
Next week, and every week, a brand new episode just for you, Momma!
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LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Click here to learn more about signs, symptoms, and support
Want to chat? Email Katie: [email protected]

Episode 6. What's your enneagram number? Does it matter? Oh yes it does! 

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WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EPISODE
David Charpentier, a certified Enneagram teacher and Executive Life Coach breaks down the different types of personalities and explains what you can learn from them! You can also improve your communication with your kids by knowing their ennegram number. 

STAY WITH US
Next week, and every week, a brand new episode just for you, Momma!
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LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Click here for David's website
Click here to learn about your child's enneagram
Click here for the Enneagram Institute
Click here for the International Enneagram Organization

Want to learn more?
Books that David recommends 

• The Road Back to You, Ian Morgan Cron
• The Wisdom of the Enneagram, Russ Hudson and Don Riso
• Essential Enneagram, David Daniels