The Bee Podcast

Jessica Schuldt joins us to share her difficult journey during pregnancy and the resulting NICU stay for her daughter Harper, who was born at 25 weeks gestation. Jessica relives the ups and the downss and how this journey shaped her as a mother and a person.

 

The struggles her family endured during their stay in the NICU are so real for many families in similar positions. Jessica shares their story in hopes that other families, and mothers know they are not alone, and are able to find healing. Connect with JessicaVenmo: @jessischuldt ---- any donations go to the NICU in Iowa City, Iowa. Instagram: jessischuldtConnect with KamiInstagram: @the.bee.podcastFacebook: The Bee PodcastEmail: [email protected]

Jessica Mckearney joins us today to share her family's heart wrenching story of childhood cancer. Jessica describes herself as a type A personality, having planned most of her life in advance she was in no way prepared for the awful realization that her toddler son, Hudson had leukemia. Jessica and her family feel that their circumstances were no coincidence and believe that they were meant to share their story, and create lasting and positive change for others experiencing similar situations.Please consider donating to the Mckearney family as they continue to fight for Hudson's life. CaringBridge:A CaringBridge Site was created for Hudson. It‘s a caring social network to help people stay connected with family and friends during a health event.Visit Hudson's Site: https://caringbridge.org/visit/hudsonmckearney (https://caringbridge.org/visit/hudsonmckearney)Site Name: hudsonmckearneyVenmo:Kyle-mckearney-1GoFundMe:https://www.gofundme.com/f/s8pbxj-hudson-strong?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet (https://www.gofundme.com/f/s8pbxj-hudson-strong?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet)Hudson amazon wish list:https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/22KWMQKKBLJOH (https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/22KWMQKKBLJOH)McKearney Residence for cards:11 Bradley court Eldridge Iowa 52748Iowa wave necklace by Jennifer Kelly (Klyn) with 100% of the proceeds going to University Of Iowa Children’s Hospital in honor of Hudson:https://www.etsy.com/jakkofalltrades/listing/833146694/iowa-wave-childhood-cancer-awareness?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=ListingManager&utm_campaign=Share&utm_term=so.lmsm&share_time=1596128427587 (https://www.etsy.com/jakkofalltrades/listing/833146694/iowa-wave-childhood-cancer-awareness?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=ListingManager&utm_campaign=Share&utm_term=so.lmsm&share_time=1596128427587)Hudson's Fight Shirt Open through September 15, 2020https://www.acegraphics.shop/ (https://www.acegraphics.shop/)

Alesha Brownlee joins us to share the second part of her story over a topic that is unfortunately, not uncommon, domestic abuse. In this episode Alesha exposes her most intimate experiences and how she found the strength to leave. If you haven't already, go back and listen to last week's episode to hear part 1. This episode does contain sensitive information and language not suitable for children. Resources:https://www.thehotline.org/ (https://www.thehotline.org/)Connect with KamiInstagram: @the.bee.podcastFacebook: The Bee PodcastEmail: [email protected]

Alesha Brownlee joins us to share her story over a topic that is unfortunately, not uncommon, domestic abuse. In this episode Alesha exposes her most intimate experiences and how she found the strength to leave. This episode does contain sensitive information and language not suitable for children. Resources:https://www.thehotline.org/ (https://www.thehotline.org/)Connect with KamiInstagram: @the.bee.podcastFacebook: The Bee PodcastEmail: [email protected]

Today, you’ll get to meet Summer Lisk, an incredible woman who has dedicated her life in building up women. Not only is she strong, physically, she has endured hardships that have sharpened her emotional and mental health. In this episode, Summer discusses her life during one of the darkest times while battling anorexia. So often women are bombarded with fad diets and unrealistic body image expectations. During this lonely time, Her self worth had been shattered, she felt isolated, and was in need of sincere connection. Please listen as she shares how she rediscovered herself, her courage, and her value. Join me in listening to Summer’s wonderful story on how mindset is truly a game-changer.

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Sandra Pope is a mother, teacher and active member of her community. Sandra joins us to share her experience as a black woman in America. Raised in Ohio she married her childhood sweetheart and later moved to Iowa with her family. Sandra shares her stories of growing up in Ohio, moving to Iowa and most importantly the wisdom she gained from those experiences. I can’t wait for you to listen to her story, of persistence, acceptance and love.

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Kim Kern is a wife, mother to two little girls, and a preschool teacher. She joins us to share her unique perspective being both a mother and a teacher during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Kim's humor, positive attitude, and kind soul will uplift and envelope you as you listen to her journey through this pandemic. She shares the real and raw reality of motherhood, the sad and heartbreaking loss she felt for her students and through it all the love and kindness she's been able to give and receive.

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Karime Massaro is a police officer at Iowa State University. As a young girl she moved from Mexico to the United States and eventually, to Iowa. Karime shares with us all of the hurdles and obstacles she had to overcome to achieve her dreams and her journey to reach her goals, as a woman of color. Karime's sweet spirit and positive outlook will, without a doubt, encourage and inspire you. Let's dive in!Connect with KarimeInstagram: @massaro16Connect with KamiInstagram: @the.bee.podcastFacebook: The Bee PodcastEmail: [email protected]

Literary Resources:Proud : An American Story of Faith, Family and Olympic Glory by Ibtihaj Muhammad

As a young woman in love Jaclyn Baker married a man and lived a hidden life of emotional and sexual abuse that only intensified as their relationship progressed. Jackie shares with us some of her most difficult experiences. Although her story is unique, sexual and emotion abuse is not. It is our hope that one woman's story will inspire and provide hope for other women to step out from under the abuse and find their voice.

Most importantly Jackie shares her process in healing from the trauma that she endured and provides guidance for other women to do the same.

This episode contains adult content, please proceed to listen with caution. Book RecommendationsUnworthy: How to Stop Hating yourself by Anneli RufusConnect with KamiInstagram: @the.bee.podcastFacebook: The Bee PodcastEmail: [email protected]

Lindsey Ebert is a wife, teacher, business owner and a mother. Little girls so often dream of becoming just that, a mother. But the road to motherhood wasn't easy for Lindsey. In fact it was paved with heartache, disappointment, and anger among many other emotions.In this episode Lindsey is sharing with us her journey through miscarriage, infertility, and IVF. Her's is a story that so many need to hear and I'm so happy she agreed to share with us. Connect with LindseyInstagram: @lindsebertConnect with Kami

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