This week on the Moms on Call Podcast, Jennifer and Laura are joined by Joanne Schneider, Chief Experience Officer at Oula and Co-Founder of Kindbody. She shares her journey in women's health, discussing her experiences as a mother and her professional endeavors in creating Kindbody and Oula. The discussion emphasizes the need for personalized pregnancy care, the importance of sleep and routines, and the significance of postpartum support. Joanne highlights the value of family traditions and being present as a parent, while also addressing the innovative approaches in healthcare that prioritize patient autonomy and respect.

Follow Joanne on Instagram at @joanne_schneider or on her Substack A Little Woo. Learn more about Oula at oulahealth.com or Kindbody at kindbody.com

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As we continue to celebrate 20 years of Moms on Call, Jennifer and Laura are going back and reading more letters from parents throughout the years. A lot of these stories may feel very familiar as it happens to a lot of parents. If you’re going through something similar to one of these parents, we have great news for you - there is HOPE!

This week on Moms on Call, Britt Riley, founder of Haven, shares her journey into the childcare industry, driven by her experiences as a mother. She discusses the unique approach Haven takes in providing flexible childcare solutions for modern families, emphasizing the importance of community support and the feedback from both parents and children. Britt reflects on the challenges of starting a business while raising kids, the surprises of motherhood, and the need for integration between work and family life. The conversation highlights the evolution of childcare and the positive impact Haven has on families.

Learn more about Haven at yourhavenlife.com

This week on the Moms on Call Podcast, Jennifer and Laura speak with parents Mark and Elizabeth Messenger from Birmingham, Alabama. They share their experiences as a blended family with children ranging from 11 years to seven months old, including their journey with their youngest, James, who spent time in the NICU. They discuss the challenges and blessings of having a routine in the hospital and how it helped their son thrive once home. The episode also touches on the emotional and logistical aspects of parenting, including the balance of caring for multiple children and the support systems that help families navigate these challenges.

It’s the holiday season and between all the dinners, presents and family time keeping your baby on a schedule can seem daunting. This week on the podcast, Jennifer and Laura have the tips and tricks to keep your little one on their Moms on Call schedule through the holiday season. Then, speaking of sleeping through the night, what do you do when your toddler suddenly isn’t? Could it be nightmares or something else going on?

This week on Moms on Call, Laura and Jennifer are joined by Kristin Pagano, General Manager of Munchkin. They explore the innovative product development process at Munchkin, highlighting the success of the Miracle Cup and the challenges faced with product failures. The conversation also delves into the balance of work and family life, the importance of consumer feedback, and the personal experiences that shape their professional journeys.

This week on After Hours, Laura and Jennifer are joined by one of the amazing Moms on Call consultants Sydney.  The conversation covers a range of parenting topics, including the challenges and joys of raising children, the unpredictability of life with kids, and the importance of community support. Sydney shares personal stories about her experiences with her three boys, highlighting the unexpected bliss of her third child and the challenges of breastfeeding. The episode also emphasizes the value of having a structured routine for children and the benefits of live Q&A sessions for parents to connect and share experiences.

Mom of three Elisabeth Anderson was blindsided when Hurricane Helene hit her home and she lost everything. They spent hours on top of their car waiting to be rescued with a newborn in her arms. She joins Laura and Jennifer this week to talk about her experience and what she learned from the devastation. Plus, how Elisabeth is helping others be prepared for the worst case scenario. 

Follow Elisabeth on Instagram to find her resources to help you prepare for disaster at @theelisabethedit

Finding the right daycare can be one of the most trying parts of being a parent. There are so many things to consider between schedules, kid to teacher ratio, teaching methods, price and much more. What else should parents be looking for that’s not listed on a daycare’s website? This week on the podcast Jennifer and Laura will tell you the questions you need to ask and the red flags to look out for. Plus, they’ll talk to a mom with a very busy little one that is more interested in playtime than dinnertime. Why the 20 minute rule is a game changer when you have an active little one.