Katie Hastings is a pediatric nurse,  author of "your safe body", and sexual abuse survivor. She is an expert witness on child abuse cases. Katie shares how to keep your kids safe online from groomers, knowing the signs of an unsafe person, and how to talk to our kids about protecting themselves with the meaning of SHOUT as Katie describes in her book. She sheds a light on connecting with our children to create a relationship where our kids will want to come and tell us if something has happened. I ask her some of the questions that parents have been asking about lately such as,  the fear of little kids going to public bathrooms by them selves, changing outfits/diapers in public, and for teenagers, the topic of sexting. Katie also shares her healing process from her own sexual abuse trauma as a young girl.

It's a question that's often asked but doesn't have a short answer. Luckily I have this podcast to share all of the details on how to start a podcast! If you want to learn more about what it takes to get your podcast up and running, listen on how to make an intro/outro, editing, host sites, equipment, title art and more. If you don't have a desire to start one, it's still fun to hear the behind the scenes!

Leah Brugman shares her story of finding out her daughter had cancer at 18 months old. She talks about the miracles of finding the cancer, and miracles during the treatments. Rainey had to go through a leg surgery and is now doing soccer, and dance. Leah talks about her perspective going through this as a mother, and how she chose to find the good in every day.  Rainey was cancer free in 2019. Their next check up is coming up soon, so please send all your love and support their way!

Tamekia and Patrick tell their story of how they met, got married, and how they blended their families together. They moved all of their kids in with one another after getting married.  We also talk about interracial marriage and some of the things people have asked them over the years. They share their goals and dreams together, and are a great example of supporting one another in marriage! 

Hailey and Bailee read the rebellious teenager submission stories from listeners. These stories range from pranks, sneaking out then getting caught, and even getting run over by a car and surviving! 
 (Don't listen to this episode with kids around!)

Carli Reidhead shares her path of becoming an injector after going to nursing school. We talk about her transition from wanting to be in surgery, to doing more of the aesthetic side of nursing. She shares about what it was like working for a plastic surgeon, and how she decided to start her own business injecting. She tells us what the process is like getting botox and filler and how long it lasts. Carli explains that some people have certain stereotypes about injections, and how she does things different and safe! She has a contagious laugh and it's a fun listen!

Lindsey is the founder of Flekk makeup, and she is a makeup artist, well known as Painting You Pretty.  She shares her story of becoming a makeup artist and working at runway shows, and the red carpet.  She talks about now being a single mom and owner of her makeup line, and what life is like working from home. She gives some makeup tips and tells us some of her favorite products that inspired her line. We talk about starting a product from a vision, and advice for other entrepreneurs.  We also go over some of the makeup trends right now and what will look good this summer.

I'm sharing everything that I've been doing to try and help my baby the past month, including ENT, allergies, lactation, and tongue ties. I talk about what those visits were like including the pediatrician, and other advice given from physicians. I go into detail of something I hadn't known much about before but do now, that being tongue ties! Along with that I talk about my breastfeeding journey that has had minimal actual breastfeeding. If you've had babies or have a baby this one shares a lot about the underlying issues of a "colic" baby. I've tried almost everything under the sun with both of my daughters so I hope this relates to someone!

Kaylynn shares what it was like when her daughter was first diagnosed with autism. She talks about the different things they noticed that led them to go get a diagnosis. She shares what life is like now, 3 years later, with therapies and trying to find time for herself as a special needs mom. She gives comforting advice for those going through a similar journey, and a positive outlook on their future.

In this episode my husband and I share our paths of trying out college and quickly realizing that wasn't the place for us to be. Ty shares how he started his business six years ago with his brother and the success they've had from not giving up. He shares some positives of being your own boss, and also the parts that aren't easy for just anyone to do. If you are thinking about starting your own business or starting a side hustle that will lead to more, this is your episode!