MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real

On this episode, I talk about the wonderful power of sleep. I’ve had a taste and I’m addicted. Chasing that sleep high when I can. And, to round off the segment, one of the killjoys to my sleep, the family bed! Well, it sort of can put a damper on my sleep when you have a toddler who takes over your bed. Join me in this episode as I sleep-talk. I might just sound a little “extra” on it, but really, it does a body good!

On a separate note, please bear with me as I work through sound technicalities. I’m working on it. Thanks!

We’d LOVE to hear from you! Ask us questions and share what you do to keep your family organized! [email protected]

~ The Chicas

Connect with us on our website: http://mixitupchicas.com

Tweet us at: @mixitupchicas

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How much are you enjoying our intro/outro music? We LOVE it and makes us want to dance! Thanks to James Logan for his beats. Find him at:

http://youtube.com/jamesloganofficial

Thanks to Dalton Design Studio for our logo and graphic arts. Like them on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DaltonDesignStudio

Disclaimer: This podcast pro­vides gen­eral infor­ma­tion and dis­cus­sion about health and related sub­jects. The words and other con­tent pro­vided in this podcast, and in any linked mate­ri­als, are not intended and should not be con­strued as med­ical advice.

On this episode, Colette returns to podcast, catching us up on where we’ve been and the upcoming plans for MixItUpChicas. And, before she goes, Colette talks about how she’s adjusting to new changes in her life, particularly with the fine art of WRITING things down! Listen in as she talks about creating a household schedule to try to stay on track. Don't forget to visit our website for pictures of the Post-It Weekly Planner.

We’d LOVE to hear from you! Ask us questions and share what you do to keep your family organized! [email protected]

~ The Chicas

Connect with us on our website: http://mixitupchicas.com

Tweet us at: @mixitupchicas

Like us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mixitupchicas-Podcast/1678379385727914

How much are you enjoying our intro/outro music? We LOVE it and makes us want to dance! Thanks to James Logan for his beats. Find him at:

http://youtube.com/jamesloganofficial

Thanks to Dalton Design Studio for our logo and graphic arts. Like them on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DaltonDesignStudio

Disclaimer: This podcast pro­vides gen­eral infor­ma­tion and dis­cus­sion about health and related sub­jects. The words and other con­tent pro­vided in this podcast, and in any linked mate­ri­als, are not intended and should not be con­strued as medical advice.

Colette and Moné check in this week. How did they do getting started with those health goals? From “spin” talk, zone training, and even Bikram yoga, what are the sisters up to? Then we move into the topic of STRESS. We all have it, and so Colette and Moné GO IN DEEP on this topic and learn a bit more about good stress, bad stress and what to do about it! Lastly, each show, we are going to keep with the theme of a pop culture segment, now called, “What’s On And Poppin’.” And, on this episode Moné tells us about her latest binge watch with “Flesh and Bones” and the sisters go in on the season finale of “90-Day Fiancé,” so tune in to hear the latest.

We’d LOVE to hear from you! Ask us questions, tells us about the shows your watching, or share your getting healthy tips, struggles and joys at: [email protected]

~ The Chicas

Connect with us on our website: http://mixitupchicas.com

Tweet us at: @mixitupchicas

Like us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mixitupchicas-Podcast/1678379385727914

How much are you enjoying our intro/outro music? We LOVE it and makes us want to dance! Thanks to James Logan for his beats. Find him at:

http://youtube.com/jamesloganofficial

http://gulchlife.com

Thanks to Dalton Design Studio for our logo and graphic arts. Like them on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DaltonDesignStudio

Disclaimer: This podcast pro­vides gen­eral, and sometimes entertaining, infor­ma­tion and dis­cus­sion about health and related sub­jects. The words and other con­tent pro­vided in this podcast, and in any linked mate­ri­als, are not intended and should not be con­strued as med­ical advice.

Moné joins Colette on this twist for a MixItUpChicas show. Getting a jumpstart on our “new years resolutions.” Hopefully its more than just that, and we'd like our podcast to help hold us to it! So, join in!

Listen as we talk about our reasons for getting healthy, pitfalls we often run into, tips, tricks when you work a hectic job and can’t find time for a true lunch break, and setting our intentions. From mindful eating to “treat yo-self”….like a toddler that is, listen in to ways we want to kick start this journey. And, please pardon the editing (rather minimal editing). There comes a point you just have to let things go and not make yourself crazy. When it’s the wee hours of the day, well, that’s what you must decide. The struggle is real.

We’d LOVE to hear from you! Ask us questions and share your getting healthy stories, tips and struggles at: [email protected]

~ The Chicas

Connect with us on our website: http://mixitupchicas.com

Tweet us at: @mixitupchicas

Like us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mixitupchicas-Podcast/1678379385727914

How much are you enjoying our intro/outro music? We LOVE it and makes us want to dance! Thanks to James Logan for his beats. Find him at:

http://youtube.com/jamesloganofficial

http://gulchlife.com

Thanks to Dalton Design Studio for our logo and graphic arts. Like them on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DaltonDesignStudio

In this short clip, Colette joins with community podcasters to promote why podcasting is awesome and what it means to us! Check out this Libsyn promotion. If we can do it, so can you!

Stay tuned for upcoming shows!

We’d LOVE to hear from you! Ask us questions and share your parenting tips, struggles and joys at: [email protected]

~ The Chicas

Connect with us on our website: http://mixitupchicas.com

Tweet us at: @mixitupchicas

Like us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mixitupchicas-Podcast/1678379385727914

Fall is in full swing and Colette and Somanette are talking latest activities and starting traditions. From pumpkin picking, a daddy-daughter “first” date, to contemplating fall decorations?! NOT!! Who are we kidding???

Weigh in on the great costume debate. Is Elle’s sweet ladybug getup a costume OR cute bug outfit? Elle's A Lady Bug

We’d LOVE to hear from you! Ask us questions and share your parenting tips, struggles and joys at: [email protected]

~ The Chicas

Connect with us on our website: http://mixitupchicas.com

Tweet us at: @mixitupchicas

Like us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mixitupchicas-Podcast/1678379385727914

How much are you enjoying our intro/outro music? We LOVE it and makes us want to dance! Thanks to James Logan for his beats. Find him at:

http://youtube.com/jamesloganofficial

http://gulchlife.com

Thanks to Dalton Design Studio for our logo and graphic arts. Like them on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DaltonDesignStudio

Who needs a mental day to set up a profile page??? Uh…Moné, apparently. On this episode the chicas take a left turn from mommy talk while Somanette’s out sick. Colette sits down with Moné and goes back down memory lane of before married with child life! Yes, the woes of online dating and WHY isn’t Moné jumping in on it?? Listen in to hear Moné and all her skepticisms and ambivalence to put herself out there because apparently, everyone is being “Catfish(ed);” yet a new show Colette was not hip to. Tune in at 37:21 for questions and calls to action for our listeners to help Moné out.

Don’t forget to SHARE this show with any of your friends (maybe the single ones in particular), who may get a kick out of hearing they’re not alone. The struggle is REAL!

We’d LOVE to hear from you! Ask us questions and share your parenting tips, struggles and joys at: [email protected]

~ The Chicas

Connect with us on our website: http://mixitupchicas.com

Tweet us at: @mixitupchicas

Like us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mixitupchicas-Podcast/1678379385727914

How much are you enjoying our intro/outro music? We LOVE it and makes us want to dance! Thanks to James Logan for his beats. Find him at:

http://youtube.com/jamesloganofficial

http://gulchlife.com

Thanks to Dalton Design Studio for our logo and graphic arts. Like them on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DaltonDesignStudio

Yes Somanette’s backkkkk! Or is it Somanette’s Back?!?!?!? Either way, the chicas, Colette and Somanette have back to school on their minds, specifically kindergarten. And it’s not your mother’s kindergarten anymore. Nowadays, five year olds are given language arts pre-assessments. Can they identify uppercase and lowercase letters, give rhyming words, and explain concepts of print? What happened to learning to share, taking turns, napping, playing and being five year olds? What’s happening to education in America? We may not have the answer to that question but we do have A plus news and tips to share regarding co-sleeping transitions. Listen and find out!

Here are the products we mentioned (we are not sponsored, nor are we affiliates):

The book Somanette talked about: http://www.amazon.com/Smartest-Kids-World-They-That/dp/145165443X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1444614555&sr=1-1&keywords=smartest+kids+in+the+world

Bedtime Sticker Chart: http://www.amazon.com/Night-Sleep-Tight-Reward-Chart/dp/B0077M92T4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1442181532&sr=8-1&keywords=bedtime+sticker+chart

Okay to Wake! Alarm: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002RNKOM2?keywords=wake%20up%20alarm%20clock%20kids&qid=1444614443&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1

We’d LOVE to hear from you! Ask us questions and share your parenting tips, struggles and joys at: [email protected]

~ The Chicas

Connect with us on our website: http://mixitupchicas.com

Tweet us at: @mixitupchicas

Like us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mixitupchicas-Podcast/1678379385727914

How much are you enjoying our intro/outro music? We LOVE it and makes us want to dance! Thanks to James Logan for his beats. Find him at:

http://youtube.com/jamesloganofficial

http://gulchlife.com

Thanks to Dalton Design Studio for our logo and graphic arts. Like them on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DaltonDesignStudio

This is a bonus episode I, Colette, decided to record on my own. In honor of those who have experienced pregnancy and infant losses, I share a piece of me. For those on an infertility journey: http://www.resolve.org/ offers a network of support.

We’d LOVE to hear from you! Ask us questions and share your parenting tips, struggles and joys at: [email protected]

~ The Chicas

Connect with us on our website: http://mixitupchicas.com

Tweet us at: @mixitupchicas

Like us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mixitupchicas-Podcast/1678379385727914

How much are you enjoying our intro/outro music? We LOVE it and makes us want to dance! Thanks to James Logan for his beats. Find him at:

http://youtube.com/jamesloganofficial

http://gulchlife.com

Thanks to Dalton Design Studio for our logo and graphic arts. Like them on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DaltonDesignStudio

Actually, more like “Pop" culture. Haha. On today’s show, Colette is definitely mixing it up when she is joined by her little sis, Moné. What might we possibly talk about? Well, some of the latest pop culture news from the Pope (and Beyoncé, of course) to the “N” word from Black-ish. Moné also enlightens us with her knowledge of other popular shows, Once Upon a Time and Orange Is the New Black, so sit back and enjoy the ride and don’t forget to email us your questions, comments, and LOVE (click the link just below)! Oh, and now we know, Steve McQueen directed 12 Years A Slave!

We’d LOVE to hear from you! Ask us questions and share your parenting tips, struggles and joys at: [email protected]

~ The Chicas

Connect with us on our website: http://mixitupchicas.com

Tweet us at: @mixitupchicas

Like us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mixitupchicas-Podcast/1678379385727914

How much are you enjoying our intro/outro music? We LOVE it and makes us want to dance! Thanks to James Logan for his beats. Find him at:

http://youtube.com/jamesloganofficial

http://gulchlife.com

Thanks to Dalton Design Studio for our logo and graphic arts. Like them on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DaltonDesignStudio