Mommin Around

In this chat, Liz and Gabby open up about their journeys through pregnancy, labor, and motherhood. They reminisce about how they met and stayed connected via social media. Gabby shares the ups and downs of the "fourth trimester" while juggling a toddler and pregnancy. They dive into their unique labor experiences, discussing interventions, postpartum challenges, and the reality of mom guilt. Breastfeeding struggles and the decision to keep it private on social media are also on the table. They touch on fertility struggles, surrendering to faith, and the emotional toll it takes. Gabby shares personal moments of receiving signs from God during her journey. As moms of girls, they discuss fears and protective prayers for their daughters' future. Gabby delves into her role as a stay-at-home mom and managing two businesses, including her journey with Arbonne. Plus, she shares the importance of non-toxic products and contrasts her two birth stories. 🎙️💖

Join Kelsey O'Brien and her husband on a heartfelt journey through the ups and downs of infertility and IVF in this emotional episode. From the initial struggles of finding a fertility specialist to the pressures of age and the toll on relationships, they candidly discuss the rollercoaster ride of emotions and the importance of support from loved ones. Dive deep into the challenges, the resilience, and the ultimate triumphs of navigating the path to parenthood through IVF. Tune in for a candid conversation that sheds light on the realities, struggles, and joys of embracing parenthood amidst infertility.

In this heartfelt episode, Liz engages in a candid conversation with her mother-in-law, Deborah Baraglieri, delving into the rich tapestry of motherhood. From their initial meeting at a party to the challenges and joys of parenting, they explore topics ranging from choosing names, early motherhood experiences, and the distinct personalities of their children.

Throughout the conversation, Debbie and Liz share poignant stories, including memorable family trips and a nerve-wracking medical emergency. The dialogue touches on parenting anxieties, the significance of selecting the right pediatrician, and the nuanced approaches to breastfeeding.

The duo also discusses the impact of different parenting styles on their children and reflects on their unique birth stories, spanning both medicated and unmedicated experiences. From childhood accidents to health concerns, Debbie offers valuable parenting advice based on her wealth of experiences.

Tune in for a journey through the stages of parenthood, embracing the challenges, joys, and the unwavering bond that weaves through the fabric of motherhood.

Join Liz Mercedes in a captivating episode as she interviews Ashley Halvorson, a former lawyer turned entrepreneur and mom of two. Discover Ashley's inspiring journey from practicing law to opening a children's boutique and venturing into real estate. Dive into the challenges of balancing work, family, and the importance of self-care. Uncover insights on relationships, identity crisis in motherhood, birth stories, and coping with sleep deprivation. Don't miss this empowering conversation about life, entrepreneurship, and the unique journey of Ashley Halvorson. #EntrepreneurMom #LifeBalance

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🎙️ Episode Summary:

👶 Pandemic Pregnancy Woes:

😵 Passing Out Pregnancy:

👩‍💻 Mom Influencer Unmasked:

💍 Proposal Plot Twists:

🏡 DMV Drama:

👶👶 Two's a Crowd:

🍼 Birth Bagel Blunder:

🚀 Becoming a Content Creator:

🌈 Connect with LadyShell:

In this episode, Liz Mercedes interviews Victoria Masseo, a military wife and mother of two. They discuss various topics, including introductions and nicknames, the ages of Victoria's children, how she and her husband met in high school, their decision to join the military, the challenges of being a military wife, living off-base, and their upcoming move to Seattle.

In this part of the conversation, Victoria discusses her upcoming move to Seattle and her concerns about the climate. She also talks about the decision to live on base and the challenges of buying a house in Seattle. Victoria shares her excitement about exploring the area and visiting national parks. She also reflects on the impact of weather on mental health and discusses her husband's long-term military plans.

Finally, she talks about her work experience and the decision to transition out of her current job. In this part of the conversation, Victoria and Liz discuss the challenges and experiences of military life, including preparing children for moves and transitions, dealing with anxiety and uncertainty, and appreciating the sacrifices of military families. They also talk about finding more time for family, decluttering and simplifying life, and rediscovering the joy of reading.

Victoria shares her experience with medication for anxiety and the positive impact it had on her mental health. They also discuss the importance of seeking help and overcoming stigma. Overall, this part of the conversation highlights the resilience and adaptability of military families and the importance of self-care.

In this episode, Victoria shares her experience with genetic heart conditions in her family and the discovery she made during her pregnancy. She discusses the extra precautions taken by her doctors and the additional imaging done on her baby's heart. Victoria also talks about her supportive partner and their love for podcasts. Victoria shares her surprising natural delivery and the quick transition from wanting an epidural to delivering without one. The episode concludes with a discussion on background noise and a farewell.

SummaryIn this episode, Liz Mercedes interviews Kathleen, the host of the 'Kind of Keeping It Together' podcast. Kathleen shares her journey of starting the podcast and her plans for it. They discuss the challenges and benefits of being a young mom, including struggles with breastfeeding and exclusive pumping. Kathleen opens up about her experience with postpartum anxiety and rage, and how it affected her relationship with her partner. They also touch on the pressure and judgment faced by young moms and the importance of allowing fathers to have a say in parenting. The conversation concludes with advice for young moms and the importance of trusting your own instincts. The conversation covers topics such as parenting and trusting others, smoking and motherhood, dependence on smoking, future children and fostering, and financial independence for stay-at-home moms. In this episode, Kat and Liz discuss the importance of appreciation and respect in a partnership, particularly for stay-at-home moms. They highlight the value of having a partner who recognizes and acknowledges the contributions of a stay-at-home mom in running the household and caring for the family. They also touch on the challenges faced by stay-at-home moms and the different experiences they may have based on their financial situations. The conversation emphasizes the need for partner appreciation and how it can make a stay-at-home mom feel valued and supported. Kat shares where listeners can find her on social media, and she expresses her purpose in creating a community through her podcast.Takeaways

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SummaryIn this episode, Liz Mercedes catches up with her listeners and shares what's been going on in her life. She talks about feeling alone and guilty as a stay-at-home mom and the importance of social interaction. Liz also discusses signing up for classes to combat her feelings of isolation. She shares her experience of missing a music class due to a highway closure and how she tried to make the most of it by visiting the library. Liz reflects on her recent trip to New Jersey and the joy of surprising her family. She shares her goals for the new year, including getting back into shape and contributing to the family's income. Liz emphasizes the importance of reassessing goals quarterly and shares her excitement for the year ahead.Takeaways

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up0

1:25Feeling Alone and Guilty

03:20Signing Up for Classes

04:18Missed Music Class

07:01Returning from New Jersey

09:13Surprising Family

12:30New Year's Resolutions

15:14Weight Loss Goals

19:31Getting Ready and Quarterly Goals

21:09Looking Forward to 2024

22:26Promoting Social Media and Merchandise

23:23Conclusion

SummaryIn this episode, Liz Mercedes and Julie discuss Julie's fertility journey, including the emotional impact of IVF and the challenges of breastfeeding. They also talk about Julie's spicy romance coloring book and share some mom hacks and advice. Julie shares her favorite stage of motherhood and emphasizes the importance of self-care and trusting your instincts as a mom. In this episode, Julie shares her journey and spice as a mom. The conversation covers topics such as FOMO and napping, being a big Smith, life as a mom, Julie's spicy coloring book, and where to find Julie.Takeaways

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Welcome

01:07Sleep Regression and IVF05:47Fertility Journey

06:26Emotional Impact of Fertility Journey

11:16Egg Retrieval and Embryo Transfer13:48IVF Process and Results

19:29Grieving and Motherhood

21:58Breastfeeding Challenges

23:18Struggles with Breastfeeding

26:00Breastfeeding Journey

29:38Balancing Health and Indulgences

37:10Spicy Romance Coloring Book

39:25Empowering Women through Coloring

45:16Reading and Self-Care

50:27Co-Sleeping and Sleep Habits

56:51Mom Hacks and Advice

01:01:06Favorite Stage of Motherhood

01:05:48FOMO and Napping

01:06:25Being a Big Smith

01:06:39Life as a Mom

01:07:24Spicy Coloring Book

01:08:09Where to Find Julie

01:08:47Wrap Up

SummaryIn this episode, Liz and Kim discuss the world of celebrity moms and their unique baby names. They explore the trend of unconventional names and discuss the pros and cons of naming children after places, objects, and unusual words. The conversation covers a wide range of celebrity baby names, from the popular to the controversial. Listeners will gain insight into the creative and sometimes surprising choices made by celebrity parents. In this episode, the hosts discuss unusual celebrity baby names, pregnancy fashion icons, celebrity pregnancy announcements, sharing pregnancy details, choosing baby names, personal pregnancy style, the bump out trend, current pregnancies, celebrity parenting mentors, and dream celebrity mom playdates.Takeaways

Chapters00:00Introduction to Celebrity Moms03:00Unique Celebrity Baby Names08:00Controversial Celebrity Baby Names15:00Popular Celebrity Baby Names23:00Unconventional Celebrity Baby Names27:00Influencer Baby Names28:43Unusual Celebrity Baby Names31:04Pregnancy Fashion Icons32:09Celebrity Pregnancy Announcements33:36Sharing Pregnancy Details34:36Choosing Baby Names35:23Personal Pregnancy Style36:02Bump Out Trend37:23Current Pregnancies39:24Celebrity Parenting Mentors40:37Dream Celebrity Mom Playdates41:41Wrap Up