In this episode, Rebekah and Lauren discuss spring break activities in St. Louis. They highlight the opening of Urban Fort at The City Foundry soon and Go Play's new location in Lake St. Louis. They recommend Little Diggers, an indoor sandbox, and Animals Aglow at the St. Louis Zoo. Grant's Farm, Ryze Adventure Park, and Sunflower Hill Farm are also mentioned for family fun. They also recommend spending a day at Union Station's attractions and making a day trip out to Grafton, Illinois. Don't forget to check out St. Louis Mom’s 100 Things to Do in St. Louis During Spring Break guide and our March Events calendar for more activities!

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Rebekah and Lauren, hosts of the Moms of the Lou podcast, interview Amanda Brandt, a St. Louis realtor and mom of three. Amanda discusses her transition from teaching to real estate and highlights the current real estate market's volatility, noting a shift towards a buyer's market with fewer multiple offers and more negotiation power for buyers. Amanda recommends upgrades like painting, lighting, and curb appeal to increase a home's value. You can follow Amanda on Instagram for more real estate information. New to St. Louis? Don’t forget to check out our Moving to St. Louis guide!

Amanda Brandt is a local realtor and mom of three wild and wonderful boys: Noah, Charlie (both 7), and Milo (4, but absolutely convinced he’s 7). She grew up in the St. Louis area, spending her childhood splashing through creeks, hiking wooded trails, and falling in love with the natural beauty of Missouri. That deep-rooted love for this state still shows up in her life every day — whether exploring new hidden gem coffee shops or hiking through the countryside. Amanda & her husband Josh live in Chesterfield, and their days are full of house projects, backyard chaos, and outdoor adventures. You can usually find them covered in sawdust, wrestling in the grass, or chasing their boys through a splash pad. As a working mom, Amanda cherishes the small moments — laughter over dinner, lattes with friends, and a home that feels full of life (and probably Legos). Amanda is so grateful to live in a place that feels like home — surrounded by community, connection, and opportunity. Follow along on Instagram for all things St. Louis, family, and real estate: @amandabrandtrealtor

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Rebecca and Lauren sit down with Brittany Ofodile, a transplant from Dallas who now runs a business coaching and online community for women in St. Louis and beyond. Brittany discusses her transition to St. Louis, highlighting the city's homegrown atmosphere and the welcoming community. She emphasizes the importance of showing up with confidence and kindness to build connections. Brittany also shares her journey from stay-at-home mom to business coach, stressing the need for honest self-assessment and community support. Her initiative, HerMove, aims to help women elevate themselves through workshops and networking events, fostering personal and professional growth. Check out Britteney the Coach for all your business needs!

Britteney Ofodile is a Business Architect, Sales Strategist, and the founder of HerMove—an empowerment movement and community for ambitious mompreneurs.Known as Britteney the Coach, she helps women turn big visions into clear strategies, profitable systems, and confident execution. A mom, wife, speaker, and restaurant consultant behind The Moniker in downtown St. Louis, Britteney blends corporate excellence, creative strategy, and community-building to help women show up boldly in their businesses and in life. Her mission is simple: You dream it… she’ll build it.

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This episode of Moms of the Lou features Kristen Smith, owner of TotSpot Social in Clayton. She shares her journey in creating a family-friendly space for St. Louis parents. She talks about the success of their first year in business, including popular events like Tot Time, Tools & Tales, and Tot Toast. At TotSpot Social, Kristen goes above and beyond in making it easy for parents when they visit, providing amenities, snacks, and various times in availability for families. She shares the victories and challenges in being a “mompreneur” and expresses her gratitude for the support TotSpot Social has received from the local St. Louis community. Don’t forget to sign up for St. Louis Mom’s Winter Play Date series at TotSpot Social on January 22nd from 4:30-6:30pm!

This podcast episode is sponsored by Siteman Cancer Center: National Leaders in Cancer Treatment & Research.

Kristen Smith is the owner and founder of TotSpot Social, a thoughtfully designed playroom and event space created with both kids and parents in mind. She and her husband, Kevin, developed the concept while raising their two young boys. TotSpot Social features an open-concept layout that allows adults to socialize while keeping a close eye on their kids, along with a liquor license for birthday parties and happy-hour playtimes.  Reviewers consistently describe Kristen as exceptionally attentive, welcoming, and hands-on—known for going above and beyond to make every visit and celebration feel personal and stress-free. With a deep passion for supporting parents and St. Louis businesses, Kristen has grown TotSpot Social into a trusted community space.

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In this episode of Moms of the Lou, Rebekah & Lauren rehash all the incredible happenings for local families in St. Louis this year! From new indoor play spaces, park renovations, new support resources for moms, we chat through it all. And we chat about what weʼre excited about thatʼs coming in 2026! Thanks for letting St. Louis Mom be a resource to you yet again this year, we are grateful for our community! 

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In this episode of Moms of the Lou, Rebekah & Lauren sat down with Olivia Tischler, owner of Teleo Coffee in Kirkwood! They talked about how she launched her business, what she’s learned running a small local business, how she’s managing motherhood, the heart and mission of her business, and how they give back to the community. We know you’ll love hearing Olivia’s story!

Olivia Tischler is the owner and founder of Teleo Coffee, a distinguished, faith-based coffee shop located in Kirkwood, Missouri. Since launching the business just after college, Olivia has grown Teleo into one of the area’s most beloved coffee destinations, recognized with multiple awards and news highlights. With over 11,000 social media followers and a loyal community presence, Olivia continues to blend entrepreneurial vision with her faith—using Teleo Coffee not only as a gathering place but also as her personal ministry, fostering connection, intentionality and purpose through every cup.

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Episode 35: A Very Merry St. Louis Holiday

Rebekah & Lauren chat about the best time of year in St. Louis - THE HOLIDAYS! They highlight various local fine arts performances, their favorite light displays, tips regarding the Polar Express, places to shop local, pop-up bars and so much more! Need more ideas for holiday fun in St. Louis? Check out the St. Louis Mom Holiday Guide!

We hope you enjoyed this podcast episode! Thank you to the Salvation Army of St. Louis for bringing this episode to our audience. 

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In this episode of Moms of the Lou, Rebekah & Lauren spend time with Michelle Li, an anchor for KSDK Channel 5. Michelle shares her journey of overcoming infertility and raising her son, who turns seven soon. Michelle also talks about her morning routine, the challenges of working in news, and the impact of social media on journalism. She highlights her foundation, The Very Asian Foundation, which supports Asian American journalists, inspired by a viral moment during a New Year's segment.

Michelle Li is a Peabody-award-winning journalist who anchors Today in St. Louis at KSDK, the NBC affiliate in St. Louis. Her work on disparities in women’s healthcare, gender, and race has garnered multiple awards, including national Murrows, regional Emmys, and a congressional Honor. Michelle worked on the team that opened the Park Central Library Branch in Springfield, Mo., where she worked part-time while serving as a news anchor. Michelle’s love for reading,

libraries, and librarians helped her launch The May Book Project, which is an international Asian American youth project for all readers through the Very Asian Foundation. The national FBI director recognized the program in 2023 for being a responsible and innovative way to combat anti-Asian hate.

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Rebekah and Lauren interview Reshma Chattaram Chamberlin, co-founder of Summersalt, a global swimwear brand. Reshma shares her journey from Mumbai to St. Louis, highlighting her eventual love for the city. She emphasizes the strong sense of community in St. Louis, particularly in the Central West End, and how motherhood has deepened her connections. Reshma discusses Summersalt’'s mission to inspire body confidence and childlike joy, noting the brand's significant growth, and reaching over a million women. You can learn more about Summersalt by going to their website!

Reshma Chattaram Chamberlin is the Co-Founder and Chief Brand and Digital Officer of Summersalt, a generation-defining lifestyle brand known for its data-backed fit and designer quality products without the designer price tag. In 2020, Fast Company named Summersalt one of the 10 Most Innovative Style Companies of the Year. Reshma and her Co-founder Lori Coulter launched Summersalt to change the conversation around swimwear and address a true market gap by creating designer swimwear without the designer price tag. Summersalt’s product is data-backed with 1.5 million measurements taken from 10,000 women’s body scans. From day one, Summersalt knew it wouldn't stop at swimwear. The first challenge was to transform the swimwear shopping experience from being intimidating and vulnerable to fun and empowering. Quickly, Summersalt expanded to include adventure-friendly essentials that help make every aspect of a woman's wardrobe more joyful and comfortable—from sleepwear to intimates to activewear. Named one of the Top 100 Upstarts in the world by CNBC, the brand has seen exceptional growth and consumer adoption, garnering praise from leading outlets including Vogue, Elle, CNN and Forbes.  Prior to co-founding Summersalt, Reshma spent 10+ years in brand building, user experience design, digital marketing, and strategy, for early entrants in the direct-to-consumer revolution. She previously ran a successful business design strategy firm, where she was an early advocate for design thinking at the foundation of any business, as a key unfair advantage. Reshma is passionate about keeping thoughtful practices at the heart of Summersalt, and is constantly championing sustainability. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design from Principia College. Reshma sits on the board of Forest Park Forever in St. Louis, where she works on community relations and driving diversity and inclusion practices for the largest city park in the country. In her free time, she enjoys living out one of Summersalt’s core values by traveling the world with her husband.

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Rachel Cliffe, Community Outreach and Partnerships Manager at Siteman Cancer Center, discusses her role in cancer prevention and community education. She highlights the importance of healthy habits like eating well, exercising, and avoiding smoking to reduce cancer risk. Rachel shares her experience with recent partnerships with local businesses in St. Louis to help raise cancer awareness. Check out St. Louis Mom’s latest reel of Ovarian Cancer Prevention in partnership with Siteman Cancer Center!

This podcast episode is sponsored by Siteman Cancer Center: National Leaders in Cancer Treatment & Research.

Rachel Cliffe is a Telly Award–winning producer at Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and WashU Medicine, where she’s spent seven years advancing the organization’s mission to educate and empower the St. Louis community on cancer prevention and early detection. As Community Outreach & Partnerships Manager, Rachel develops innovative collaborations with local organizations, businesses, venues, and community groups to promote healthier lifestyles and raise awareness about the critical importance of early and routine cancer screenings. She also leads production of Siteman’s award-winning podcast, ‘This Is Cancer', a patient-centered series featuring conversations with WashU Medicine physicians that aim to inform, uplift, and support individuals navigating cancer treatment, caregiving, and beyond. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys taking her kids to local parks, cooking, spending time with friends and family, and discovering new restaurants in St. Louis.

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