Mama Knows Nada

When you run into brick wall after brick wall, many times, the insanity becomes too much and it’s time to reevaluate. That’s exactly what this mama did. When her life started to feel like groundhog day, she took notice and decided to pivot. For her son, yes, but also for herself.   

Meet (Alex) Vega. Single mama, making it happen. Recently sober and growing in awareness, she tells us all the juicy details of her journey. From her son’s father bowing out, to moving 1500 miles from Southern California with the intention to redefine herself, her life and her son’s future. For this mamacita, no subject is off limits. And we can’t help but admire and applaud her for doing the work, growing up and glowing up.   

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Music: "Vacaciones" by Mike Leite  Kindly note, opinions and statements made by guests on the Mama Knows Nada Podcast do not necessarily reflect the values and opinions held by Mama Knows Nada. Guests are sharing their own unique perspectives and experiences.

Who knew chiropractors were so helpful? Not me...until a doctor recommended I see one during pregnancy. Full of skepticism, I went and after my first session, I was hooked.   

But, I had loads of questions, from are they really helpful? To is this actually safe for baby? Low and behold, It became an essential part of my prenatal and post-pregnancy routine.  

In this episode, I discuss the misconceptions and benefits of chiropractic care with Dr. Mayredlis Cruz of Lighthouse Chiropractic. She shares valuable insights as we dive into my journey and how the practice has not only helped me, but also my son.  

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Featured Guest: Dr. Mayredlis Cruz of Lighthouse Chiropractic 

Instagram: @lighthousechiropracticnocatee 

Website: www.getlhc.com/  

Music: "Vacaciones" by Mike Leite  Kindly note, opinions and statements made by guests on the Mama Knows Nada Podcast do not necessarily reflect the values and opinions held by Mama Knows Nada. Guests are sharing their own unique perspectives and experiences.  

**Always consult your healthcare provider for options appropriate to your personal circumstances.**

This was such a powerful conversation. Our Italian-Irish Catholic family is nothing short of dynamic. Chaos has always been the norm and laughter was the keystone of every gathering. Although it made for some incredible holidays and memories, there was something more sinister prompting these seemingly silly antics.   

So, Courtney and I delve into some family skeletons. We discuss how we have chosen to hold ourselves accountable and smash the cycle of abuse and control. We share our awareness of our own shortcoming and openness to vulnerabilities, how we don't always have the answers for our kids and how she's letting go of her fears to pursue her passion while she raises her kids.  

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Featured Guest: Courtney  

Instagram: @courtneymarypaints 

Website: courtneymarypaints.com  

Music: "Vacaciones" by Mike Leite  Kindly note, opinions and statements made by guests on the Mama Knows Nada Podcast do not necessarily reflect the values and opinions held by Mama Knows Nada. Guests are sharing their own unique perspectives and experiences.

We all know the phrase “not all who wander are lost.'' Many merely thrive by exploring new places, meeting new people and delving into personal challenges. Oftentimes, it’s those adventurers who unexpectedly stumble upon life’s most thrilling excursions.

No one can speak to this more than Laura, a travel-hungry lass, looking for fun and tranquility wherever the road led her. What started as teacher training in India took a surprise turn, leading her down the road to motherhood in New Zealand. How did she get there? Found out how seeking adventure led her to thrills, experiences, and ways of life she had never envisioned. 

Music: "Vacaciones" by Mike Leite

Kindly note, opinions and statements made by guests on the Mama Knows Nada Podcast do not necessarily reflect the values and opinions held by Mama Knows Nada. Guests are sharing their own unique perspectives and experiences.

What exactly is a doula and what do they do? The idea was a foreign concept to me when I entered into the world of pregnancy and I had a lot of questions to quell. (Spoiler alert: I used one.)

But all the insight is dished out by the charming Jessica Gillan, baby extraordinaire and owner of Bellies, Boobs, Babies and Bliss. She delves into the basics of what a birth doula is + what they do (Spoiler 2: there are different types of doulas). Jessica breaks down how doulas can be an essential and pivotal support person during the birth process. Tune in until the end when Jessica gives us some excellent ideas for sites and documentaries to check out...all about birth of course.

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Music: "Vacaciones" by Mike Leite

Kindly note, opinions and statements made by guests on the Mama Knows Nada Podcast do not necessarily reflect the values held by Mama Knows Nada. Guests are sharing their own unique perspectives and experiences. Always consult your healthcare provider for options appropriate to your personal circumstances. 

In part 2 with Jeremy Lou, we dive into a plethora of topics. From being humble and knowing when to ask for help, to breaking cycles and re-evaluating priorities, we even discuss when it's appropriate to talk about consent with our toddlers. It's an episode packed with insight and loads of laughs. 

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Website: https://mamaknowsnada.com/

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mamaknowsnada/

Music: "Vacaciones" by Mike Leite   Kindly note, opinions and statements made by guests on the Mama Knows Nada Podcast do not necessarily reflect the values and opinions held by Mama Knows Nada. Guests are sharing their own unique perspectives and experiences.

Laughter is the best medicine and I don’t think I could laugh more in this one. Meet Jeremy. She’s a mom who tackles all the highs and lows of parenting with a giggle, and embraces a break from her much-loved kiddo (because who doesn’t need a break at times?). For Jeremy, finding that space can be difficult because she co-parents. Yet, she welcomes her single mom experiences and even finds some perks. How’d she master her mom's transition? Well, she just so happens to be a recovering hospitality manager, where all those employees were exceptional preparation for motherhood.  

**There's also a few interruptions from my tiny human. Thank you for your patience with his whiny ways. That's motherhood.**

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Music: "Vacaciones" by Mike Leite  Kindly note, opinions and statements made by guests on the Mama Knows Nada Podcast do not necessarily reflect the values and opinions held by Mama Knows Nada. Guests are sharing their own unique perspectives and experiences.

In honor of fathers day, I discuss parenthood with the guy that contributed the X and 23 chromosomes to begin my life. My own pops shares his path to fatherhood. From a premature baby to being a grandfather, and the marriages (and divorces) in between, he keeps it raw and straightforward, with plenty of (possibly) helpful unsolicited advice.

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Music: "Vacaciones" by Mike Leite

Kindly note, opinions and statements made by guests on the Mama Knows Nada Podcast do not necessarily reflect the values and opinions held by Mama Knows Nada. Guests are sharing their own unique perspectives and experiences.

What is it like to have three kids in three different age groups? For that insight, I chat with a dear friend, Nicole. She talks about how she’s a different mom in her 30s than she was when she began her journey in her 20s. Nicole also shares some her tactics, how she adjusts her approach depending on the child and how her job as a nurse shapes her role as a mom. 

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Website: https://mamaknowsnada.com/

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mamaknowsnada/

Music: "Vacaciones" by Mike Leite

Kindly note, opinions and statements made by guests on the Mama Knows Nada Podcast do not necessarily reflect the values and opinions held by Mama Knows Nada. Guests are sharing their own unique perspectives and experiences.

There are so many options to consider when delivering your baby. Prior to the early 1900s, midwives were widely used until more traditional doctors took over. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Nikki of @FaithHopeLoveMidwiferyServices about her profession, why it grew stagnant in our culture, and her journey to become only one of two Black Doctors of Midwifery.

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