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Mamas & MimosasGirl Talk UncensoredIt’s the End of season 4 and we are ending it as we always do with a fun episode of “Girl Talk”. Where we ask YOU to submit topics and questions and we use our own experiences to answer the best way we can. Click here for this episodes Show Notes & Links https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes2023-03-2831 minMamas & MimosasTransforming Your Mama Confidence | Health & FitnessLife after kids is crazy, busy, and overwhelming. It’s hard to “find yourself” again once you have kids. They become the priority and you push your own needs aside for them. But what if we told you that you aren’t alone in this space and IT IS possible to regain your confidence again… even if it is a little different than before.Today we are sharing our health and fitness regimens as we “find our confidence” again after having kids.Click here for this episodes Show Notes & Links https://w...2023-03-1427 minMamas & MimosasEducator MamaDo you ever get mom guilt for having high expectations for your kids at school? Or do you ever feel guilty about taking them out of school to do some family bonding? Today we are sharing our thoughts on how we feel about school expectations for our kids.Click here for this episodes Show Notes & Links https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes2023-02-2832 minMamas & MimosasGentle ParentingAre you curious if gentle parenting is the right parenting style for you? There are many parenting styles to choose from. And what MAY work for you may not work for another mama. All children are different and might require a different style of parenting. But if you feel like you are always yelling at your kids, maybe it’s time to consider incorporating gentle parenting into your flow to see if it helps calm your sanity these days. Today we are sharing our parenting styles and how gentle parenting gets incorporated into the mix....2023-01-3143 minMamas & MimosasJuvenile Life InsuranceHave you ever thought about how your kids would be covered in case something ever happened to you and your significant other? There’s Life insurance for you, but have you heard about Juvenile Life Insurance for your kids??? Today we have a special co-host who is going to share some helpful information on why and how it is important to consider this option for your family.2023-01-0321 minMamas & MimosasHolly Jolly X'mas Special!Tis the season to be Jolly!!!It’s our favorite time of the year and we are spreading some Christmas cheer during today’s episode.Tune in every other week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.Click here for this episodes Show Notes & Links https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes2022-12-1322 minMamas & MimosasPlanning Birthday Parties!Does planning birthday parties for your kids stress you out? Some mamas are natural born hostesses and party planners, while others find the whole process of planning and hosting a party overwhelming.Today we are talking about the ins and outs of planning your kids’ birthday parties.Tune in every other week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.Click here for this episodes Show Notes & Links https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes2022-11-2932 minMamas & MimosasMOMpreneur | Boss Like A MotherHave you ever dabbled with the thought of being your own boss? But afraid that momlife might get in the way of your dreams, or are afraid to take the first step because it just isn’t the right time.Today we are talking about all the things mommy entrepreneurship may include.Tune in bi-weekly for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.Click here for this episodes Show Notes & Links https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes2022-11-1529 minMamas & MimosasMentally Mom’d Out!Hey Mama! We see you trying to be all things to all people. Trying to do everything and feeling the guilt when you feel like you’re falling short of expectations. Feeling like you’re constantly nagging or being nagged, that irritation, the short temper. Whether you are a working mom, stay at home mom, or work from home mom… we too, have felt physically and mentally depleted. But guess what, mom burnout happens to us all. So today we are sharing our experience and tips on how to deal when you...2022-11-0128 minMamas & MimosasBaby Registry TakeoverAre you a soon-to-be-mama or know someone who is?If you don’t already know, one of our co hosts is having a baby of her own soon, so as times have changed and products have evolved, we thought that it was an appropriate time to update and go over baby registry must-haves. If you are having a baby or know someone who is, then this is gonna be one you don’t wanna miss!Why we are updating this topicWhat we consider must-have registry item...2022-10-1833 minMamas & MimosasRefill My Mimosa!It’s season 4 and we’ve been on a little hiatus since last season. So today we are starting off updating you with where we’ve been and what we’ve been up to. Tune in every other week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.We Discuss...MaryAnn's UpdateRoni's UpdateJanelle's UpdateSeason 4 ExpectationsClick here for this episodes Show Notes & Links https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes2022-10-0443 minMamas & Mimosas73: That's a wrap!!!It’s time to wrap up season 3 with a life update and a fun game of “Would you rather”!!! You know we’re gonna go out with a bang and make these questions super inappropriate!!! Let's get this party started!!!! We Discuss...Life update on moving out of state, family, work, self care, mental health?What are our plans for the rest of the year?What’s gonna happen to the podcast?Would you Rather Game...This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes/732021-06-301h 08Mamas & Mimosas72: Talking to Kids about DrugsAre you gonna talk to your kids about drugs or just tell them not to do them! How much detail should we go into? And at what ages should we start having these conversations?Today we’re talking all about it...So grab your drinks, pop in those headphones if you have little ones around, and let’s dive right into Episode 72 ... We Discuss…Did your parents warn you about drugs, if so how? When did you first get offered drugs?Wh...2021-06-1650 minMamas & Mimosas71: Preparing Kids for CollegeWhen is a good time to start preparing your kids for College?Today we have a special guest who’s sharing her tips on how she prepared her daughter for college, while being a single mama and working a full time job. No matter how busy you are, there’s always time to prepare your child for success. So go grab your drinks, pop in those earphones -especially if you have little ears around, and let’s dive right into Episode # 71We Discuss...How old...2021-06-0957 minMamas & Mimosas70: Talking to Kids about HeartbreakAre you gonna talk to your kids about heartbreak or just let them figure it out on their own?Heartbreak is inevitable at any age. I’m sure you remember that one crush who didn't like you back in elementary school. Did you talk about it with your parents or keep the heartache all to yourself?What is the best way we can prepare our kids for heartbreak?Today we’re talking all about it...So grab your drinks, pop in th...2021-06-0239 minMamas & Mimosas69: Parenting TwinsHave you ever wondered how life would be if you had twins? Double the feedings, Double the tantrums, Double the exhaustion!!! Today we have a special guest who’s sharing her story on how life is like being a mom to twins!!! We Discuss...Do twins run in your family?What was your reaction when you found out? How was your pregnancy?Do you have any tips for registering for a twin baby shower?How was your delivery?How was newborn life?Were they on the sa...2021-05-2643 minMamas & Mimosas68: Life As A Girl MomLast season we had a Guest talk to us about Life as a Boy Mom. So of course we gotta show love to our Girl Moms out there too! Today's Guest has 3 daughters and she’s gonna share all the details on how life is raising 3 daughters. We’re talking makeup, dating, curfews, heartbreaks, friend drama and more! We Discuss…How many daughters do you have and how old are they? How did you react when you found out your 3rd child was another girl? What made you decide you were done at 3?Did...2021-05-1952 minMamas & Mimosas67: Stepmom Like a BossAre you a Stepmom or Bonus Mom?Surprisingly this was one of our most popular topic requests, which is funny because none of us are Stepmoms nor do we have them and personally we don't have much experience on this topic. So we invited an experienced Step Mother and her Step daughter to answer all the questions you sent us! We Discuss…Did you already have children of your own?What were your initial thoughts & fears on becoming a Stepmom?How long did it take the kids to emb...2021-05-1225 minMamas & Mimosas66: Tips for Traveling with KidsTraveling with Kids can be a nightmare. Today we’re sharing all our tricks and tips on how we prep for a trip and arrive at our destination without pulling our hair out! We Discuss…How was traveling when you were a kid? Was it smooth or stressful?How was traveling with your first kid? Was it stressful? Did you over prepare?What tips and tricks have you learned along the way?Do you prepare differently for flights?This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https...2021-05-0529 minMamas & Mimosas65: Mom Life with Sole CustodyToday we have a special guest who’s willing to share her story on life with sole custody. She’s gonna break down how she got sole custody over her daughter, as well as the pros and cons she’s experienced with having to play the role of both Mom & Dad. We Discuss…What's the difference between Sole Legal Custody and Sole Physical Custody?What made you decide that you wanted Sole Custody?How old was your daughter then?How did her Dad react?During the hard times did you ever waiver on your decision to go throug...2021-04-281h 07Mamas & Mimosas64: Having a Sibling with Special NeedsDid you know two of our hosts have siblings with special needs?Today they’re sharing how life was growing up with a sibling who needed extra care and the challenging emotions kids can go through.We Discuss…Tell us about your siblings diagnosis? cerebral palsy & prader willi syndromeAt what age did you understand your sibling had special needs?How was your relationship with them?How did their syndrome affect them (physically/mentally)?How would other people treat them?Did you ever feel jealous over...2021-04-2155 minMamas & Mimosas63: Parenting Kids with Food AllergiesAre you worried about your kids having food allergies and how to navigate through life making sure they don't have a deathly reaction?Today we’ll be picking Roni's brain since all 3 of her kids have different food allergies! She’s gonna share all her tips and tricks she’s learned throughout the years…We Discuss...Do you or your husband have allergies?Did you suspect that your baby would have food allergies?How early did you find out your baby had allergies?What did you do?What kind of allergy tests did they...2021-04-1436 minMamas & Mimosas62: Healing My Rheumatoid ArthritisIn previous episodes our cohost Roni mentioned that she has Rheumatoid Arthritis. We received a few questions from our listeners asking how she manages it, especially with 3 kids. She's going to explain in detail everything that has helped her heal from this autoimmune disease. How she eventually weaned off all the medication, leaving her feeling better than ever! We Discuss...What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?How did you know you had Rheumatoid Arthritis?Side Effects?Medications?The bad days with Rheumatoid Arthritis?How did you heal yourself?How did you wean yourself from the m...2021-04-0730 minMamas & Mimosas61: What to expect during Labor & DeliveryAre you ever really prepared to give birth?Everyone's birth story is unique. We can prepare for things like hospital bags and childcare plans, but the actual labor & delivery of our children is definitely beyond our control. No one plans for an emergency c-section. So today we’re talking about our labor & delivery stories and what helped us prepare for it. Sometimes hearing other peoples experiences can mentally prepare you for the unexpected. Grab your drinks, pop in those earphones -especially if you have litt...2021-03-311h 16Mamas & Mimosas60: Infant Loss UnfilteredThe death of a baby is one of the most painful things that can happen to a family.We invited a special guest to share her vulnerable experience with us. She’s gonna tell us what helped her get through the hard times and how we can be a better friend to someone who’s going through it. Let’s get started, so grab your drinks, pop in those earphones -especially if you have little ears around, and let’s dive right into Episode # 60We Discus...2021-03-241h 07Mamas & Mimosas59: Do You Argue In Front Of the Kids? | Asking For A MamaWelcome to “Asking for a Mama” where we answer the questions you submitted to us! We got a few relationship type questions about communication struggles, fighting in front of the kids and more...So grab your drinks, pop in those earphones -especially if you have little ears around, and let’s dive right into Episode #59We Discuss...How do you communicate with your husband if you were never taught how?Do you argue in front of the kids? Do you think it damages them?What...2021-03-1755 minMamas & Mimosas58: Recovering From An AffairNo one ever gets married thinking it could potentially end in an affair. We all hope it’s something we never have to worry about, but it’s actually more common than we think -people just don't like to talk about it because the pain is so deep. And navigating it while saving face for your children takes a whole other level of strength. Today’s special guest is going to share how she recovered from her husband's affair while staying strong for her children. We hope this helps anyone who’s struggling with this situation...2021-03-101h 23Mamas & Mimosas57: Dealing with Negative PeopleHow do you deal with negativity in your life? Some people run from it, others are drawn to it, and some learn ways to maneuver around it without giving it much power. Whether it's your family member, friend, or coworker, we all know someone who gives off those negative vibes. Today we’re sharing different ways we deal with the negative people in our lives. We Discuss...How were you taught to deal with negative situations growing up? (confront/ignore)Do you react the s...2021-03-031h 04Mamas & Mimosas56: Raising An Only ChildIn an earlier episode we shared our reasons for having more than 1 child. We also promised to give you the perspective from a Mama with one child. Today’s special guest has been a mother of one for over a decade and is willing to share some pros and cons of having one child while shedding light on some of the common myths. We Discuss…Did you always picture yourself with one child?When did you realize you weren’t going to have any more children?Did you have...2021-02-2458 minMamas & Mimosas55: Asking For a Mama | Disciplining Update, Picky Eaters, Prenups & More...We’re back with our first “Asking for a Mama Q and A” of the year -where we answer the questions you send us, in no particular order. Did you make changes to your discipline styles now that your kids are home full time?What did you stop doing and what did you start trying instead?How do you wean your toddler from baby food solids?What age did you introduce solids?How do you handle picky eaters?What do you think of Prenuptial agreements?Would you want your son to get one?This Episodes SHOWNOT...2021-02-1747 minMamas & Mimosas54: Regain Your Confidence after having kidsAre you too busy taking care of everyone else that you neglect your own health? We have totally been there before, where we don't recognize the person in the mirror! That’s why we invited a special guest who is a certified holistic health coach committed to helping busy mamas, like us, lose weight while regaining their confidence. The healthy way! She teaches you how to work on your body and your mind so you can enjoy the journey. This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasm...2021-02-1037 minMamas & Mimosas53: Toddler Speech DelaysDo you have a toddler who’s not talking yet and you're worried they’re a late bloomer?Today we’re gonna share some things that helped our little ones find their voices with sign language, sensory toys, and speech therapy. This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes/53Tune in every week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.We appreciate you Subscribing, Liking, Commenting, Reviewing, and Sharing...2021-02-0320 minMamas & Mimosas52: Moving My Family Out Of StateHave you ever thought about moving your family to a different state? We have a guest who moved her family across the country for a better life. She’s gonna share some tips on how to relocate your family out of state and the pros & cons. This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes/52Tune in every week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.We appreciate you Subscribing, Liking, Commenting, Reviewing, and S...2021-01-2742 minMamas & Mimosas51: What they don’t tell you about PregnancyWere you one of the lucky ones who had that effortless pregnancy with the gorgeous glow? Or were you like me where pregnancy felt like the world's worst hangover that was slowly killing you?Well today we’re sharing the things people don't usually tell you about pregnancy… We Discuss…What did you think pregnancy was going to be like?Symptoms of each trimester Blood tests & Genetic screeningsBabies growth concernsGlucose test & Gestational diabetesUltrasoundsBreech BabyNestingPersonal Health strugglesPrepping for laborLet us know about your pregnancy stories on any of our social media platforms linked in below...2021-01-211h 00Mamas & Mimosas50: How to Declutter your Home?There's nothing like starting a brand new year with an uncluttered home.So today we’re sharing tips and tricks on how to get started decluttering your home.We Discuss…Did you have a lot of clutter in your home?Does liking a lot of decor mean you like clutter?Why do you choose to declutter your home?How do you mentally prepare for the project?Which room do you tackle first?How long does it usually take to declutter your whole house?How do you declutter your kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, garage, etc?Do you...2021-01-1356 minMamas & Mimosas49: Get UncomfortableCan you believe it's been 1 whole year since we started this podcast!?! We started with so many fears of what could possibly happen if we stepped outside our comfort zones. What would people say? What if they pointed out our biggest insecurities? What if no one even listened? Well today we’re gonna celebrate our anniversary and season finale by letting you in on those embarrassing insecurities. Talking about them act...2021-01-0655 minMamas & Mimosas48: What the F*ck 20202020 didn't turn out exactly how we planned, but it definitely taught us some huge life lessons! Today we’re chatting about some of the shitty parts of 2020, how it’s affected us personally, and the lessons we needed to learn to grow! We Discuss…What were some of your 2020 goals?Did you achieve any of them?What were some of the shittiest moments for you this year?What lessons did you come out learning?What were some of the best moments?Do you dare have any goals for 2021?This Episodes SHOWNOTE...2020-12-301h 00Mamas & Mimosas47: Christmas Traditions with KidsChristmas is right around the corner so we thought it’d be fun to share some of our favorite Christmas traditions. This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes/47Tune in every week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.We appreciate you Subscribing, Liking, Commenting, Reviewing, and Sharing us with your Mom friends. Chat with us on...INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK GROUPWEBSITE2020-12-2356 minMamas & Mimosas46: Am I ready for another baby?Do you ever really know if you’re ready to have another baby?Are you someone who likes to plan things out or let them happen by chance?We’re answering your questions on why we decided to have more than one child, whether life gets harder or easier with two kids, how far to space them out, and how to know if you're really ready to have another baby. Remember, we’re not telling you what to do, we’re just sharing our experienc...2020-12-161h 11Mamas & Mimosas45: Infertility Unfiltered“To know infertility, you must live it.”And our guest today has LIVED it. Victoria Nino is the founder of a support group called “Infertility Unfiltered”. She’s here with us today to not only share her vulnerable story, but let us know what helped her through her darkest days, and why she made it her mission to help women who are also struggling with infertility. This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes/45Tune in every week for a mixture of to...2020-12-0944 minMamas & Mimosas44: Get to know your VaginaHow well do you know your Vagina?Did you know your vagina is called a “Yoni”. Did you also know there are ways to get more in tune with your lady parts, and strengthen her after having kids so you don’t pee every time you sneeze? Well today we invited a special guest to teach us all about it!This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes/44Tune in every week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Hea...2020-12-021h 03Mamas & Mimosas43: Grieving through the HolidaysHolidays can be extra hard when you're coping with the loss of a loved one...We wanna let you know you're not alone during these hard times! We’re gonna let you in on some of the darkest days of our lives, how we dealt with the grief, and how we try to remain thankful even through these rough times. This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes/43Tune in every week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Healt...2020-11-251h 48Mamas & Mimosas42: Teaching Children EmpathyHow can we teach our children to have more empathy towards those who look different from them? Today we have a special guest who is committed to helping parents provide their children with books that act as both a mirror and a window, by teaching children empathy and how to embrace and celebrate diversity. This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes/42Tune in every week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.We appreciate you...2020-11-1828 minMamas & Mimosas41: How to Budget for the HolidaysWith Black Friday around the corner, we wanted to let you in on how we shop for the Holidays. But first we gotta start with how we budget for it in advance so we don't break the bank every Christmas! Then we’ll let you in on our favorite stores that have the best SALES.This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes/41Tune in every week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.We appreciate you Subscribing, Liking, Commenting, Revi...2020-11-111h 13Mamas & Mimosas40: Single Moms | Mom Like A BossTo continue our “Mom Like A Boss” series, we invited a special guest to answer the questions you submitted about life as a Single Mother.Stela has been a single mama for over a decade, so she can share the struggles of being the sole provider, having to raise her child alone, what dating looks like when you have a kid, and how she built a great relationship with her teenage daughter. Not only does she make her daughter a priority, she also works full time, has a side hustle selling athleisure wear AND is curre...2020-11-041h 18Mamas & Mimosas39: Spooky Shit!Halloween is this weekend and we thought we’d kick this episode off with some spooky stories of some strange things we’ve been through, to get into the Halloween spirit! We’re all having to change our holiday traditions this year for Covid, so we’re sharing how we’re gonna try to make it special for the kids.We Discuss...Have you ever had anything scary or unexplainable happen to you (past or present)? What about your kids?Have your kids ever suffered from Night terrors?What’s the difference between scary dreams and nig...2020-10-281h 11Mamas & Mimosas38: Workin Moms | Mom Like A BossSo many mamas struggle with the decision of going back to work or staying home with their babies? Especially when they love their job! A few weeks ago we began a series called “Mom Like a Boss” and spoke about life as a “Stay at home Mom”. Now we’re getting the inside scoop from a Mama who works full time, comes home to parent her 4 young kids and STILL makes time to make herself and her hubby a priority. We’re so excited to pick her brain and find out all her secrets on balancing it a...2020-10-211h 07Mamas & Mimosas37: Baby Registry Must HavesNew moms spend hours on their baby registry, scanning each and every item! When in reality we only end up using half of the stuff!Today we’re talking about the baby items we absolutely swear by and those other items we just had to have, but never really needed to use! We hope this helps save you money and time by just getting the essentials for your next baby registry. Or give you some ideas if you’re shopping for a friends shower.We Discuss...Did you register online or in store...2020-10-141h 33Mamas & Mimosas36: Recovering from Diet CultureWe have a special guest with us today, her name is Rachel from the Mom Genes Podcast. She has certifications in Intuitive Eating and is helping people treat their eating disorders by letting go of their beliefs about food and diet culture so they can live their most authentic life. Rachel is going to tell us how we can find body acceptance by exploring our genetics and how we can change our mentality to accept our jean size. We Discuss…Tell us about yourself & the mission of your podcast?Why do you choose to help...2020-10-071h 03Mamas & Mimosas35: My Child Has Down Syndrome & AutismWhen I was a kid, I remember telling people that my brother had a special syndrome... and without even seeing him people would automatically assume he had Down Syndrome -probably because it was one of the most well known syndromes in the 90’s. Did you know approx. 1 in 700 children are born with Down syndrome? Nowadays Autism has become more known because 1 in 54 children are being diagnosed. BUT did you know that a child could be diagnosed with BOTH Down Syndrome AND Autism? It’s called a Dual Diagnosis. In honor Down Syndrome Awareness Month we invited a speci...2020-09-301h 35Mamas & Mimosas34: Tired As A Mother“Is your baby sleeping through the night yet?” That’s the number one question people seem to ask right after you have a baby. Some get lucky with a baby who just gets it! Other babies have their days & nights mixed up! Even though no two babies are the same, there are ways to help those little stinkers sleep through the night! We’re sharing what worked for us and what didn’t. Hopefully we can help you get some good uninterrupted sleep soon!We Discuss...Did you have troubles with your babies sleep...2020-09-231h 11Mamas & Mimosas33: Modern MarriageWouldn’t it be nice if we knew the secrets to a long lasting “happy” marriage, one that’s strong enough to stand through the test of time. Especially these crazy millennial times!We’re living in a world where infidelity is just a swipe away -literally there’s apps that provide you with an alibi for your affair! How sad is that!?! Social media definitely gives us a false sense of reality that the grass is always greener on the other side. Then there’s some people who choose to stay in a loveless marriage for th...2020-09-161h 17Mamas & Mimosas32: Trusting TeenagersIs it hard for you to remember your teenage years? Were you young, wild and free or were you more quiet, responsible and organized?Whether you're in the teen trenches or waiting for those years to come this episode is for you! Today we’re talking about whether we’re excited or dreading the teenage years and when we plan on letting go of the ropes...like allowing them to wear makeup, dying their hair, dating, and all that good stuff.We Discuss...Do you remember your teenage years? Were you young...2020-09-0954 minMamas & Mimosas31: Life As A Boy MomUp until 3 years ago we were all exclusively “Boy Moms”. We spent years debating if we should stop at 2 boys or try for that baby girl. Deciding to have that 3rd baby is such a huge deal! So today we’re chatting with a special guest Kathryn, from Moms Unwined Podcast, who has 3 beautiful boys from ages 10-16! She’s sharing the ins and outs of being a boy mom. We Discuss...Was it hard for you to let go of your “dream daughter”?Did you ever consider adopting?What does life look like as a “Boy Mom”? How d...2020-09-0244 minMamas & Mimosas30: Stay At Home Moms | Mom Like A BossI don’t know about you, but being a stay at home mom did not come natural to us. We struggled to find ourselves in the new identity of motherhood. It took years to find routines and systems that worked for our homes -which looked different for each season. So now we want to share what helped us and what didn’t, so hopefully you can find your groove faster than we did...We Discuss…Why stay at home with your babies? Did you wish your mom stayed home?Sacrifices made to accommodate staying home How to bu...2020-08-261h 13Mamas & Mimosas29: Ticking Mom BombHave you ever felt like you were on the verge of a mental breakdown? Maybe you felt like you were doing way too much or like you weren’t doing enough. You felt lost, overwhelmed, anxious, ready to explode at any minute. Annoyed with your kids. Annoyed with your spouse. Shoot even annoyed with yourself!Let us just tell you that “you are not alone”! This is way more common than you think, some just hide it better than others. Today we have a special guest with us to share some tips on how we c...2020-08-1959 minMamas & Mimosas28: It's Okay To Ask For HelpHave you ever felt like you needed more help around the house or with the kids and you felt too uncomfortable to ask? Whether it's with your husband, or family, or even with your grown kids... and when you do finally ask -they do half ass job, that's never good enough so you end up just redoing it and never want to ask for help again! Then the duties just keep piling on… does this sound familiar?Today we’re sharing the times in OUR lives when WE struggled to ask for help, how we felt ALL the...2020-08-121h 00Mamas & Mimosas27: Never would I ever...Think back to before you had kids, when you were going to be the “perfect” parent. Remember all the things you said you’d “NEVER” do... well have you done any of them? Don’t feel bad cuz we have too!Today we’re letting you in on some of those things we swore we’d never do, just to show you that shit happens to all of us and that doesn’t make you a bad mama! This Episodes SHOWNOTES and LINKS mentioned: https://www.mamasmimosas.com/shownotes/27Tune in every w...2020-08-051h 09Mamas & Mimosas26: Teaching Our Kids About DiversityHow are you teaching your kids about diversity?Today we’re sharing how we talk to our kids about diversity, how we teach them to love and respect everyone, and how to appreciate all the different cultures around us. We’re all learning to be better together.We Discuss...Growing up did you have a diverse group of friends?How did your parents teach you about diversity?How do you explain diversity to your kids? 5 TIPS:BE HONESTEMBRACE CURIOSITYBROADEN CHOICESFOSTER PRIDELEAD BY EXAMPLESURPRISE ANNOUNCEMENT!!! Click...2020-06-1731 minMamas & Mimosas25: Ways to prevent BullyingHave you ever been bullied?Today we’re talking about ways to prevent Bullying! The signs we need to watch for to see if our child is getting bullied, or if our child is becoming a bully. We’re covering different ways we prepare our children for the real world (Physically & mentally). We Discuss...Were you bullied? Has your child ever been a bully or bullied?How do you teach your kids to protect themselves against bullies? (Physically & mentally)Do you know any adult bullies?2020-06-101h 14Mamas & Mimosas24: Making Mom FriendsDo you have a hard time making mom friends?Today we’re talking about how we make Mom friends, the struggles we’ve experienced, how we keep them, & when it’s time to let them go.We Discuss...Did your mom have “mom friends”?How do you make mom friends?How do you keep the friendship alive?What happens when the kids stop being friends?Do you force the kids to stay friends?Have you ever been dumped by a mom friend?Do you mix mom friends with old friend...2020-06-031h 00Mamas & Mimosas23: Mother-in-laws | Fears, Relationships, & DisagreementsWhat kind of relationship do you have with your Mother-in-law?Today we’re talking about what we think makes a good Mother-in-law, how we approach disagreements, and the kind of Mother-in-law we hope to be one day. We Discuss... What notions did you have of “in laws” before you had one?How were you welcomed into your husband's family?Have you had any parenting differences & how do you handle them?What kind of Mother-in-law do you hope to be one day? Click here for the SHOWNOTES & Linkshttp...2020-05-271h 00Mamas & Mimosas22: P.M.S. | Symptoms, Accidents, & MaintenanceHow bad do you PMS?Today we’re talking all about “that time of the month”! Period. PMS. Shark Week. Aunt Flow. Whatever you want to call it! Going into detail about the hormonal changes, maintenance, accidents, and all that gross stuff! Also how we’re gonna have the convo with our kids -boys & girls.We Discuss…Did your Mom talk to you?When did you start?Pad vs Tampon? Accidents?Symptoms/ CrampsWhen do you PMS?How bad is it?How does your husband reac...2020-05-201h 01Mamas & Mimosas21: Budgeting For Your FamilyHave you lost your job?Are you down to one income?Are you living off savings?Worried about providing for your family? You're not alone! We’re all being hit by this financial struggle wave! This is why we thought it was important to invite Financial Coach, Amy Bersamin from Sweep Strategies.com, to teach us a few tips & tricks on how we can budget for our family during quarantine so we can better prepare for life after Covid! Before we start we wanna...2020-05-1356 minMamas & Mimosas20: Mother’s Day Special | Interviewing Our KidsToday we’re doin something a little different, we’re interviewing our kids for a Mother's Day special!!! And oh boy are they brutally honest! So bare with us, cuz you never know what a 3 yr old to teenager is gonna say!We Discuss...What do you like to do with your mom?What would you like to do with your mom?Where is your favorite place to go with your mom?What does your mom like to do for fun/work?What is your favorite thing your mom cooks you?What is some...2020-05-0621 minMamas & Mimosas19: Quarantine Q+A LIVE | Struggles, Fights, & MeltdownsHow many meltdowns have you had since this quarantine began!?!We’re still counting ova here!Everyday a new curve ball is thrown our way and with being cooped up at home... we start goin crazy!I don't know about you, but we were in dire need of a girls night!! Thank you sweet baby Jesus for ZOOM!!! Last week we were able to connect with our listeners LIVE for a Quarantine Q+A!!! We had so much fun with you chatting about the struggles, fights, & meltdowns we...2020-04-2953 minMamas & Mimosas18: Mama said, "Do Your Chores!"How do you get your kids to do chores?Wouldn't it be nice if everyone cleaned up after themselves so Mom didn’t have to do it all - day - long!?!Today we’re talking about the kind of chores we did as kids compared to the chores we have our kids do nowadays, how early we start them, and how we feel about allowances. We Discuss...Did you have chores/allowance growing up?How early do you start teaching your kids to clean up after themselves?What kind...2020-04-221h 00Mamas & Mimosas17: Sibling RivalriesHow do you handle sibling rivalries in your home?Today we’re talking all about Sibling Rivalries. What we do when our kids argue. How we try to keep the peace in our home. Whether we think birth order affects personality traits and our opinions on favoritism! We Discuss...Did you argue with your siblings growing up?Do you argue with them as adults?Have you argued with your siblings in front of your children?Do you believe that the relationship you have with your siblings plays a role in the relationship your kids hav...2020-04-151h 36Mamas & Mimosas16: Managing Kids Screen TimeHow do you manage your kids screen time? We each do it differently depending on our personal values. Today we’re sharing how we do it in our homes, what devices we allow them to use. How we protect them from cyber bullies and whether we allow our kids on social media. We Discuss...At what age do you let your kids use technology (phones, tablets, video games, etc.)?Do you limit screen time depending on their ages?Do you let them use your phone in public or while visiting some...2020-04-081h 22Mamas & Mimosas15: Potty Training Tips & TricksAre you dreading potty training?Seeing that your stuck at home for the next few weeks with your toddler from this quarantine, you might as well start the messy potty training process you've been dreading :) Just think how nice it would be to not have to worry about the extra cost of diapers during this time of crisis! But before you start, make sure you listen to today's episode -we go into detail of all the mistakes we made while potty training our 7 kids & the tricks we learned along the way. The ages we s...2020-04-011h 00Mamas & Mimosas14: Coronavirus Quarantine With KidsHas this Coronavirus pandemic rocked your world?Yeah… us too! Today we’re talking all about the craziness that’s come from this Coronavirus Quarantine with kids! How it’s affected our families --from finances to daily routines, and what’s helping us get through these long days. So when you're feeling like you can't do this quarantine another day, find relief in knowing that we’re all in this craziness together! We Discuss...Did you take the Coronavirus seriously when you first heard of it? When did it sink in?Do you know anyone...2020-03-251h 30Mamas & Mimosas13: LIVE Q+A | Positive Reinforcement, Treating Facial Hair, Creating BalanceEvery month we’ll be chatting with you LIVE for “Ask us anything” Q+A in our Private Facebook Group “Mamas & Mimosas” . We’re answering anything you’d like to know from motherhood, relationships, self care, business, you name it!!! We collected questions from our listeners and selected 10 to answer. If your question wasn't picked, it’s either we’re gonna to do a full episode on that specific topic, or we have it scheduled for the upcoming Q+A episode. Either way we will get to it! This week we are talking about the power of positive re...2020-03-181h 11Mamas & Mimosas12: Overcoming Sexual Abuse | Warning Signs to Protect Our KidsHave you or someone you know ever been sexually abused?Unfortunately it’s all too common, yet rarely spoken about because of the shame we carry within. Janelle & Roni mentioned they were sexually abused in a few of the previous episodes and to our surprise we received many messages thanking us for shedding light on this uncomfortable topic. Today’s episode will reveal our personal experiences with sexual abuse. How we learned to not let it take over our life. What warning signs to be aware of so we can prevent it from happening to our b...2020-03-111h 14Mamas & Mimosas11: Surviving Flu SeasonWe did it!!! We survived another horrible flu season!!! Is it just us or did this flu seem way worse than last years, right!?!Today we’re chatting about our favorite cold remedies, how we prevent it from spreading throughout the household, flu shots, hospital visits, & the difference between a mom cold verse a dad cold! We Discuss...How do you try to prevent your kids from getting sick?Do you give them the flu shot?What are your go to remedies & systems when your kids are sick?Do you send them to school sic...2020-03-041h 09Mamas & Mimosas10: Oh Shit I'm Pregnant! | Planned vs. Unplanned PregnanciesWas your first pregnancy planned?Ours definitely were NOT! We're sharing the realities of our unplanned vs. planned pregnancies. We mean the real "Oh Shit!" life changing moments! How we told our partners and their reactions (not all were thrilled). Trying to gender sway & dealing with gender disappointment. Overcoming the pain and fear after experiencing multiple miscarriages. Oh yes!!!! We're letting you in on some heavy secrets. We always want to keep it as real and unfiltered for you, so we can connect with you on a deeper level! We soooo appreciate your feedback and ca...2020-02-261h 00Mamas & Mimosas9: Disciplining KidsWe’re curious… Do you ever feel defeated after disciplining your kids because they just don't seem to “get” it!?! We know that feeling all too well! Today we’re diving deep into all the different ways we’ve disciplined our kids, what worked & what hasn’t --from yelling, to spankings, to timeouts (you name it -we’ve tried it)!We Discuss...How we were disciplined as kids?How young do we start discipling?How we discipline toddlers, kids, teens?How we handle back talking?What we do if our kids hit other kids? Click h...2020-02-191h 02Mamas & Mimosas8: Valentine's SpecialDo you make Valentine's Day a big deal in your house? Today we're sharing all the different ways we make it special, from over the top to super simple! We're also covering how we get the kids involved and gifts gone wrong! We Discuss...What are fun and easy activities you do with the kids to celebrate Valentine’s Day? What are your Valentines plans? Has Valentines celebrations changed since having kids?What was your best Valentines Day or gift from your hubby?What was your worst Valentine's Day or gift?Are you a flowe...2020-02-1234 minMamas & Mimosas7: Mom GuiltDo you suffer from Mom guilt!?! It comes in all shapes & forms, whether it's not spending enough time with our kids, working, not working, wanting "me" time --we all have it in some way! Today we are getting super vulnerable about the different types of mom guilt we've experienced and the ways we've handled it so you don't have to be alone in yours! We Discuss...How have you personally experienced mom guilt?What have you done to help overcome the mom guilt you experienced?Do you think there's Dad guilt?Have you ever h...2020-02-051h 03Mamas & Mimosas6: Rockin your Mom BodHave you embraced your mom bod imperfections yet?Today we’re keepin it real about the body changes that happened after birthing our babies, the pressure you feel to bounce back, body shaming, ways to overcome it and rock your mom bod... imperfections and all! We Discuss...How much weight did you think you’d gain during pregnancies vs. what you actually gained?Did you exercise during pregnancies?Did you get stretch marks during or after pregnancies? Did you try to prevent them?AFTER DELIVERING How did your body feel & look right after...2020-01-291h 09Mamas & Mimosas5: Talking to Kids about SexAre you dreading the day you have to talk to your kids about S-E-X!?!Yup... so are we!!!Today we spill the beans on how we approach this awkward topic with our kids, which parent does the talking, and at what ages we start these convos. Let us know in the reviews if you can relate or if your experiences were completely different! We Discuss...Did your parents talk to you about sex? What age? And how?Have you ever heard your parents gettin down? Did you know what they we...2020-01-221h 00Mamas & Mimosas4: Breastfeeding Confessions Pt 2We're continuing the conversation on breastfeeding. Does it ever get easier? Favorite breastfeeding products. The worst places we've breastfed, how to wean the baby off the teet, and much much more! Tune in every week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.We Discuss...Does it ever get easier? When?Why is breastfeeding convenient?Best foods for milk supply?Burning calories & Safe workouts?Favorite Breastfeeding Products:Benefits of Breastmilk other than for feeding?Breastfeeding myths?How to survive the teeth?Going back to work: P...2020-01-1547 minMamas & Mimosas3: Breastfeeding - Good, Bad, & UglyWe're discussing our experiences breastfeeding our 8 kids. The good, the bad, and the oh so ugly! We cover the things we wished someone would've told us. Breastfeeding Fears & Horror Stories before we tried it?Breast changes during pregnancy?Why did you decide to try breastfeeding? Were you pressured?Hospital feeding struggles?What is feeding on demand or scheduled feedings? Which did you do?How can Dads help with breastfeeding?To Pacifier or Not to Paci?Contractions during feedings?Baby has trouble latching on?When does the milk come in?Supplementing until milk comes in?Breast changes while nursing?E...2020-01-0850 minMamas & Mimosas2: Sex Life After KidsDiscussing what happens to your sex life after having kids. How we handle the postpartum hormonal changes, birth control, and hilarious ways to spice up your relationship. Tune in every week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.We Discuss...How often would you have sex before you had kids?Were you frisky up until the end of your pregnancy?Did you wait until you were cleared by the doctor to have sex?Did it hurt? Did you tear during labor?How is it...2020-01-011h 03Mamas & Mimosas1: Who We AreGet a glimpse of who we are, where we're from, and why we created this podcast. Find out about our weird pet peeves, celebrity crushes, and what the husbands hate about us. Tune in every week for a mixture of topics on Parenting, Relationships, Self Care, Health & Fitness, Business, & Personal Growth.We Discuss...Reasons behind the podcastWho we areLikes & Dislikes "Cosmo Quiz Style"Mom idolsCelebrity crushesCelebrity Bff's What we love about being a mom What we wanted to be as kidsFirst kiss storiesGo-to outfitsGoalsWeird pet peevesThe gutsiest thing we've ever done for love...2020-01-0144 minMamas & MimosasWelcome to Mamas & MimosasWe all know parenting isn't as easy as it seems on social media. Join the unfiltered conversations as we discuss the nitty gritty of motherhood, so you never have to feel like you're in this alone! Welcome to Mamas & Mimosas, where we value community OVER competition and aim for progress NOT perfection! We are Janelle, Roni, & MaryAnn , together we have 8 kids -between the stages of infancy to teenagers. This is a safe place for moms to be vulnerable about their struggles. To cheer on the sweet victories and learn ways to balance it all -by...2020-01-0101 min