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Grounded in MaineReNature Author Clara Schroeder Ep 175I was first introduced to Clara Schroeder through recent podcast guest Brittany Hansen, knowing that I would love talking with Clara - I'm super grateful to Brittany for that!Clara is an Eco Therapist who has been working with big companies like Microsoft, Women in Cloud, Aura, and Insight Timer, and more. Clara recently published ReNature: How Nature Helps Us Feel better and Do Better, and she's here to talk about that, and about what EcoTherapy is. Her goal is to help people to deepen the connection to the natural world so they can find...
2025-12-0255 min
Real Talk CDHRealTalk: CDH - Dr ChungOn this episode I chat with Dr. Wendy Chung, Chief of Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital and founder of DHREAMS, the longest-running CDH research study. Dr. Chung shares what DHREAMS has uncovered, how families can get involved, and answers listener questions in this insightful and hope-filled conversation.Whether you’re a CDH parent, family member, or supporter, this conversation offers hope, knowledge, and a reminder that research is paving the way toward better understanding and brighter futures.
2025-09-1552 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk: CDH - Loss DadsJoin us as we hear from CDH dads Tom Polizzi and Jordan Casey. Both have walked through the heartbreaking loss of a child to CDH—at very different points in the journey. They share openly about grief, hope, and the unexpected beauty found in the hardest moments. 💙
2025-09-151h 17Real Talk CDHRealTalk: CDH - Life, Legacy and LossOn this episode I speak with Roxanne's mom Erin. She shares her journey from pregnancy to diagnosis and from bringing her baby home to an unexpected loss. You may shed a tear but you will also be so unbelievably proud of the legacy Roxanne's mom is creating in honor of her daughter's fight against CDH.
2025-06-0754 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: All about IEPsJoin us as I speak with Jordan Casey, Victoria Casey and a fellow CDH mom Angela Morse about the IEP process. We discuss your rights as a parent and the appropriate language to use to ensure your voice will be heard as you advocate for what is best for your child. There is an accompanying powerpoint that can be found here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1PuRvwokZFcU_sXp06qvtHtbwkAEYrwxa/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115294528082836604297&rtpof=true&sd=true.
2025-05-0651 min
LadyGangSTASSI SCHROEDER CLARKThe ladies welcome back to the studio, OG reality TV queen Stassi Schroeder Clark! Get ready for Stassi to spill the tea on her epic comeback to reality TV in the new season of Vanderpump Villa. The ladies also dive into Stassi’s Italian family getaway, and how her daughter’s Frozen/Wicked-themed birthday party may have officially raised the bar for toddler bashes everywhere. Plus, the ladies unpack the do’s and don’ts of being a reality TV star in 2025 and Stassi shares her excitement for LADYWORLD! We’ve also got a hilarious Good week/Bad week where Becc...
2025-04-2953 minReal Talk CDHReal Talk: CDH - Care Coordination: Who to call and whenAshley Ebanks, nurse practitioner (NP) from the pediatric surgery care team at Children's Memorial Hermann shares some helpful tips regarding care coordination, even answering the difficult questions surrounding when to call your pediatrician and when to call your surgery team.
2025-04-2758 minReal Talk CDHReal Talk CDH: Dr. HartingWe’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Matthew Harting from Children's Memorial Hermann and the University of Texas, in Houston TX. This episode is a must-listen for every family who has ever faced the daunting questions: “Where should we deliver our CDH baby?” “How do we choose the right care team?” “What questions should we be asking?”Dr. Harting brings expert insights, compassion, and clarity to one of the most critical decisions families can make on their CDH journey. Tune in, feel supported, and get empowered with the knowledge you need.
2025-04-2255 min
Christian Faith and FictionNew Christian Fiction Books Releasing in April 2025!! (Episode 229)Here are the Christian fiction books that I could find that are releasing in April 2025. These are books that are listed on Amazon as Christian fiction. I have not read them myself so I can’t tell you what the content is like, how much Christian faith they contain or whether they contain any content that is not appropriate.You can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/bOQEvwDG5xwYou can comment on the blog post here: https://louallenwriter.wordpress.com/2025/03/20/new-christian-fiction-books-releasing-in-april-2025/Books Mentioned:Hidden Colorado Danger by Carol NewhouseTempest at Annabel’s Li...
2025-03-2040 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: Pregnancy After LossOn this episode 2 CDH loss mamas share their journeys of loss and the difficult decision to try again. Whether you have lost a child to CDH or you know someone who has this episode is for you. Kirby and Sarah share with raw honesty what was helpful, what was not so helpful and everything in between. You will smile and you will shed a few tears, but ultimately you will be in awe of the strength and resilience of these two mothers and the bond they will always have with their babies.
2025-01-211h 02Real Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: CDH Round 2Listen in as I chat with Kelsey White, CDH Mama X 2. Kelsey shares her unbelievable journey that includes being a mommy to CDH Angel Avett and CDH Survivor Anders. Kelsey has faced the worst thing imaginable not once but twice and has come out with the most beautiful outlook on life. You will be blessed, I know I am.
2025-01-1345 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: Kristin and Tom PolizziOn this episode I talk with Kristin and Tom Polizzi, parents to CDH Angel Charlie and Founders of Charlie's Warrior of the Angels. You will laugh and you will cry but mostly you will be in awe of these to amazing people. They have endured unimaginable tragedy yet they still find ways to bless others all while honoring their warrior son and his battle against CDH.
2024-12-211h 14Real Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: NicolettaOn this episode I talk with Nicoletta, CDH mom and founder of Healthcare Redefined. As both a CDH mom and a board certified patient advocate Nicoletta understands the overwhelming feelings of this diagnosis coupled with an extensive NICU stay and care coordination between multiple specialists. She shares how her company could help you navigate this journey!
2024-12-0943 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: Dr KeijzerOn this episode I chat with Dr Keijzer who is a pioneering researcher in the field of pediatric surgery and congenital anomalies, with a particular focus on congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) and abnormal lung development.
His cutting-edge research delves into the mechanisms of normal and abnormal lung development due to CDH, with the ultimate goal of developing a prenatal therapeutic intervention to improve the outcomes for babies born with this condition.
Dr Keijzer shares his research and even answers the questions I know are bothering all CDH families when we first get diagnosed... Did I...
2024-11-0436 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: Jami ZJoin us as we hear from Jami, Shepherd's mama as she get's real about CDH, trach's and postpartum depression/anxiety. You will laugh, you will cry and you will be so glad you listened.
2024-09-2957 minLadyGangStassi SchroederReality TV icon Stassi Schroeder joins us today to talk about her new book "You Can't Have it All" plus we dive into her wedding, motherhood, and which reality star friends she's still in contact with. Plus, Keltie is officially a gardener, Jac is back in the Facebook group, and is Becca doing a photo shoot on the beach?!
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2024-09-101h 08Real Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: FETOThis episode is all about FETO. We hear from 3 moms who have asked the hard questions, done the research, had the procedure and are excited to share their journey with us all.
2024-05-2159 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: Newly DiagnosedContinuing with our series on tough questions we are talking about the tough questions parents ask themselves when they are first told their child has CDH. These are questions that maybe you were too embarrassed or even ashamed to ask. Maybe you were thinking you were alone in asking them or maybe you just didn’t feel comfortable sharing these thoughts with anyone. Well we are here, 3 CDH mamas with 3 different perspectives and 3 very different journeys getting real with it all in the hopes you feel validated, encouraged and ultimately a little less alone as you navigate this journey!
2024-05-071h 24
Good Job8: Becca Schroeder, Social Worker and Boutique OwnerToday we get to meet my friend and neighbor Becca Schroeder. Becca helps teens and their families, not only as a social worker but also as the owner of Auntie Bec’s Boutique. I’ve always wondered how Becca keeps her energy up - and in today’s conversation I got to find out. If you’ve always wondered about the pros and cons of being a social worker, this one’s for you. Enjoy!
Read about Auntie Bec’s Boutique: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/auntie-becs-boutique-helps-youth/89-da132af0-8ebf-4103-a7ba-02e016f0dd45
2024-04-1932 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: Brianna FullmerOn this episode we hear from Brianna Fullmer, mama to CDH Angel Reagan and founder of the Reagan Valeria Foundation. We smile, we cry and we laugh uncontrollably because though this is a story about loss it is first and foremost a story about hope.
2024-04-0453 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: Savannah & WilliamIn this episode I talk with Savannah Lopez Sotomayor about her beautiful angel baby William Joe. I laughed and I cried, sometimes at the same time as Savannah shared her loss journey. She gets real with her feelings, sharing openly about what helped her process Williams passing and what did not. She also shares the phenomenal ways she has found to keep his memory alive. You won't want to miss this!
2024-03-2054 min
Real Talk CDHRealTalkCDH: Sasha WhiteListen to CDH mama Sasha White share her journey with her son, CDH survivor Luka. Sasha shares her story from diagnosis, to wrestling with hospital choice and transfer.
2024-03-1136 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: ShannonToday we are talking with Shannon Connor, mama to CDH angel Molly. Shannon shares her journey with grief, the amazing friendships she has found along the way and the new venture she has taken on in honor of her CDH warrior.
2024-03-0847 min
Real Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: ECMOIn honor of heart month we talk with 2 CDH mama's who share the incredible story of their children's extreme ECMO journey's. This includes the longest ECMO run for Dr Kays at JHACH as well as ECMO cannulation directly into the heart... These stories are the extreme of the extreme but both of these kiddos are living proof that there is always reason to hope!
2024-02-1228 min
Real Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: Feeding TubesIn this episode we chat with 2 veteran CDH and G-tube mamas about their child's journey from CDH diagnosis, G-tube placement to home. They share the ups, downs and in-betweens of the tube feeding journey and provide some practical advice for parents.
For more information on tube feedings visit: thecdhfoundation.org/resources
2024-02-0650 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: Survivor Q&A w/ TaylorJoin us as we chat with Taylor Steffensmeier, CDH survivor and mama of 2. Taylor will share her story of undiagnosed LCDH, ECMO, multiple re-herniations and much more.
2024-01-2024 minReal Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: GriefOn this episode we speak to Ashton Roach a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has a passion for helping those experiencing grief, life crisis, and somatic (body) symptoms related to trauma. Loss is a part of life that everyone experiences, let's talk about it and remove the stigma surrounding loss and grief.
Resources
Books:
"The Grieving Brain." - Mary-Frances O'Connor, PhD
"Bearing the Unbearable." - Joanne Cacciatore, PhD
"The Wild Edge of Sorry." - Francis Weller
"Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief."...
2024-01-041h 08Real Talk CDHRealTalk CDH: Feeding TherapyWith Thanksgiving upon us it seems fitting to discuss an issue often faced by children with CDH, eating/feeding difficulty. Join us as we hear from feeding therapist Karen Dilfer MS, OTR/L, C/NDT. Karen discusses the "get permission" approach to feeding therapy and offers helpful tips for parents as they seek new ways to encourage their tube fed children to eat.
The resources discussed by Karen can be found here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1U-7JMRbImJtl0Z6Ro9-HPMVTHLiI_y1C?usp=drive_link
2023-11-191h 10
Chambana ProudEpisode 29: A Focus on AccessibilityEnsuring access for all is critical for creating a welcoming environment. Terri & Carly chat with Becca from Community Choices to discuss the important work they’re doing in the community and the new Accessible CU resource that is a true collaborative effort. Stay tuned for a variety of events to check out this weekend, whether you’re ready for the holidays or just want to chill with some art.
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2023-11-1641 minChambana ProudEpisode 29: A Focus on AccessibilityEnsuring access for all is critical for creating a welcoming environment. Terri & Carly chat with Becca from Community Choices to discuss the important work they’re doing in the community and the new Accessible CU resource that is a true collaborative effort. Stay tuned for a variety of events to check out this weekend, whether you’re ready for the holidays or just want to chill with some art.
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This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
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2023-11-1641 min
Real Talk CDHReal Talk CDH: Tough Questions about GriefJoin us as we talk to 3 moms who have lost children to CDH. They get real with their grief and answer the tough questions surrounding loss.
2023-11-0147 min
Coaching the Whole Educator#48: Why she ditched her coaching sentence stemsSend a text“I came in wanting sentence starters, thinking that was gonna make me a better coach. And I wanted a grid of like, if you see this, do that, when you see this, do that. And that's not how life is. And that's not clearly how coaching is. But I've moved beyond that now." In this insightful podcast episode, we dive into the captivating journey of Mindy Schroeder, a once "knowledge giver" who transformed into an empowering (and much more effective) coach.Earlier in her coaching career, Mindy felt the pressure to have al...
2023-07-2322 min
Bachelor Happy HourKatie Maloney on Her Next ChapterBecca and Michelle welcome one of their favorite reality show queens, “Vanderpump Rules” star Katie Maloney, to this week’s “Bachelor Happy Hour”! Katie discusses how she plans to approach the newest season of “VPR” as a single woman, the importance of listening to your intuition, and her goal of supporting women-owned businesses through her future sandwich shop, “There’s Something About Her.” Plus, Katie and Becca bond over their shared experiences of ending a relationship in the public eye, and Katie reveals her favorite moments from her recent trip to Italy for Stassi Schroeder’s wedding. Don’t forget to rate...
2022-05-2458 min
Wheel Talk#145 - Developing your own styleRyan and Becca go into developing their own styles, evolving their practices, and progressing their businesses over time. Progress can be made little by little or huge shifts in a short period of time. However you develop your own style, enjoy the process along the way and hopefully you have success in finding an audience for it if you rely on this for your small business.ResourcesSounds Like a Cult podcast@blackrainbowpottery@dannymeisinger@daedal_goods@renee_lopresti@kate.schroeder.ceramics@hammerlyceramicsListener Questions
2022-05-071h 40
Mostly FactsMoney Changes PeopleIn this episode, General Media gives away $500....However, I think we upset more people then made happy. At least one person is happy, thanks for watching Becca Schroeder!
2021-12-061h 48
Hot Hollywood - The Hottest Entertainment News From Us WeeklyStassi + Kristen Are FIRED From Vanderpump Rules, J.K. Rowling Breaks Our Hearts + Prince Phillip Turns 99?!Racist TV stars' heads are rolling this week as we've seen Stassi Schroeder + Kristen Doute fired from Bravo's Vanderpump Rules and MTV axe Dee Nguyen from The Challenge + Taylor Selfridge from Teen Mom OG where honestly....she wasn't an OG so why was she there in the first place? Anyhow, bye. And farewell to Hartley Sawyer, who was let go from The CW's The Flash after his past racist and homophobic tweets resurfaced. Please don't write, please don't call. Leave us to sit here wondering why J.K. Rowling couldn't leave the trans community alone + doubled down on her...
2020-06-101h 04
Living Loved1.5 Foster Care with Rebecca ShiversCome meet a friend and mentor I’ve had since middle school years. Becca and I discuss what living loved in foster care has looked like for her and her family.
2020-05-2932 min
A Galaxy Not So Far AwayEpisode 04: Nook Vs BookHappy Thursday! This week, we're talking about accessibility. E-books and audiobooks are often pit against physical books in a contest of superiority, and we're here to tear that all down. Gary and Becca are joined by Kylie, Nick, and Victoria, to talk about some of their favorite audiobooks, and there preferred reading styles! You can purchase audiobooks through Mysterious Galaxy directly! Check out Libro.fm for all your audiobook needs! (use this link to support MG!) Audiobook Recommendations: The Daevabad Trilogy by S.A. Chakraborty / Narrator Soneela Nankani Pride & Pr...
2020-05-211h 09
A Galaxy Not So Far AwayEpisode 04: Nook Vs BookHappy Thursday! This week, we're talking about accessibility. E-books and audiobooks are often pit against physical books in a contest of superiority, and we're here to tear that all down. Gary and Becca are joined by Kylie, Nick, and Victoria, to talk about some of their favorite audiobooks, and there preferred reading styles! You can purchase audiobooks through Mysterious Galaxy directly! Check out Libro.fm for all your audiobook needs! (use this link to support MG!) Audiobook Recommendations: The Daevabad Trilogy by S.A. Chakraborty / Narrator Soneela Nankani Pride & Prejudice & Other Flavors by Sonali Dev / Narrator Soneela Nankani Empire of...
2020-05-211h 09