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AskMamaAmyHow to REACH Your Financial Goals for Your Loved Ones?Kay Carreon spent most of her career in the corporate world. Like many others, Kay was under the impression that she was in a solid financial situation. It wasn’t until she experienced a life-threatening condition during her second pregnancy, that Kay realized her finances were not as put together as she thought. It was her own experience that ultimately inspired her to change career paths. Today, Kay works as a Certified Financial Educator where she helps her clients achieve their individual financial goals.
According to Kay, one of the best things a person can do...
2022-06-0922 minAskMamaAmyMidwives of Tourmaline CollectiveAs one of the most developed countries, the United States has one of the highest maternal death rates. For most American women, giving birth in a traditional hospital setting is their first choice. While this is a viable option, there are other safe and effective ways to give birth that are simply less known. In today’s episode, host Amy Hsaio is joined in conversation with Josie Patricio Petrich, Maral Shabak, and Allison Tartari, the Midwives of Tourmaline to discuss all things midwifery.
Even though all three women come from very different backgrounds, their goal is a...
2022-05-1231 minAskMamaAmyInterview With Lisa McCabe, Owner of Lovely Leaps: From Dancer to Engineer to DancerLisa McCabe has always had a passion for the art of dance. After starting her dance career later than most, Lisa grew a passion for teaching the younger generations how to develop their skills and techniques. Today, Lisa is a mother of two darling daughters and the Owner of Lovely Leaps where she teaches children ranging from 10 months to 10 years of age a variety of dance styles both online and in the studio.
As both a mother and business owner, the most important thing for Lisa is finding a way to pour back into herself. Wh...
2022-04-2122 minAskMamaAmyA Travel Guide for Parents With Young Children: Interview with Co-founder/Producer Janelle Schroy“The world is a puzzle full of mosaic tiles and we’re creating this beautiful picture together as we piece together their education,” shares Janelle Schroy, Co-founder and Producer of Adventure Family Journal. Understanding the positive impact of traveling, Janelle and her husband made the decision to educate their children by immersing them in cultures around the world. Through her YouTube series, travel blog, and upcoming book, Janelle shares her family’s journey through over 50 countries with the hopes of inspiring other parents to travel with their children.
According to Janelle, kids are sponges and are not giv...
2022-04-0726 minAskMamaAmyThe Art of Wine Tasting with Veronica Carrillo“The curiosity that I’ve always had to learn about other people, places, and cultures has helped me to start all over again in America,” says Veronica Carrillo, Owner of All About Wine Tasting. After relocating to the states with her two sons, Veronica found her passion for wine. Through All About Wine Tasting, Veronica has provided many people with the opportunity to relax, build new connections, and enjoy life one sip of wine at a time.
For over 25 years, Veronica has represented the tourism industry on both sides of the border. After moving to the US...
2022-03-2421 minAskMamaAmyProtecting Your Intellectual Property with Kristen Gonzales RobertsIn a continuously advancing world, “having a plan for your intellectual property early on is important,” says Kristen Gonzales Roberts, Founder and Managing Attorney of Trestle Law, APC. Kristen is highly experienced in the realm of trademark and copyright law and has dedicated most of her career to helping businesses and individuals develop, protect, and recognize the value of their intellectual property. In today’s episode, host Amy Hsiao sits down with Kristen to discuss motherhood and all things intellectual property.
According to Kristen, many entrepreneurs make the mistake of not prioritizing the IP early on. Wor...
2022-03-1028 minAskMamaAmyPassionately Navigating Fertility ChallengesDr. Denise Wiesner, DACM, L.Ac. has dedicated her career to combining Western and Eastern Medicine to help patients overcome a variety of health issues, including infertility. It wasn’t until Dr. Denise struggled to conceive her second child that she began to see the need for open communication about intimacy and sexuality. Throughout her career, Denise has seen firsthand how stressful baby-making can be. She has since shown hundreds of couples how to approach pregnancy without damaging their relationship.
According to Dr. Denise, there are many things that can interfere with a couple’s ability to conce...
2022-02-2423 minAskMamaAmyHow to Have a Positive Birthing Experience“It's my life's work to help people have better births,” says Dr. Deb Davies, DACM, L.Ac. After losing her first daughter at 40 weeks, Deb understands the trauma that can occur in the birthing process. Through her experience, Deb brings a remarkable degree of empathy to her practice and teaching. Known as the birth geek, Deb has proudly helped thousands of families through their pregnancy and childbirth journeys.
According to Deb, the best thing any pregnant woman can do is get educated. The United States is one of the few countries where medical doctors are preferred over midwi...
2022-02-1023 minAskMamaAmyThe Importance of Family HealthFor over 20 years, Dr. Minna Lopez has been empowering others to live healthy lives. It wasn’t until Dr. Minna Lopez began to start a family of her own that she truly understood the importance of family health. Today, Dr. Lopez is a mom of a healthy 12-year old daughter and proud owner of a chiropractic and clinical nutrition practice where she focuses on educating San Diego families on how lifestyle choices can bring out the best in their family.
According to Dr. Lopez, the nervous system is the master controller of the body, so it i...
2022-01-2724 minAskMamaAmyEncouraging Confidence in Young WomenAfter realizing that she is the number one influence in her daughter’s life, Keisha Montfleury became inspired to spread awareness about building self-confidence in young girls. Currently, Keisha is the founder of Abundantly Authentic, a faith-based nonprofit organization that teaches young women the principles of self-confidence. In today’s episode, Keisha breaks down the five keys to building confidence and living authentically.
As women, we have a responsibility to provide the younger generation with tools and strategies for success. According to Keisha, self-esteem is built around practicing self-care, good health, understanding your purpose, and investing time in t...
2021-12-3022 minAskMamaAmyCommunity Building for Single MomsLeah Shuchter is a Community Builder, Aesthete, and Public Health Promoter with a professional background as a clinical research administrator, doula, yoga teacher, and prenatal health coach. Leah has volunteered extensively with local planning and community groups specific to single mothers. In today’s episode, Leah discusses her unique perspective on how to survive parenthood.
Leah always knew she wanted to be a mother, and she wasn’t going to let being single stop her. After conceiving her son Ira through a sperm donor, Leah began her journey of single motherhood. As a single mom by choice, Leah...
2021-12-1630 minAskMamaAmyHow to Support Children of DivorceCindy Grossman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Executive Director of Kids' Turn San Diego, a caring, non-profit organization that has been creating better futures for children experiencing family separation and divorce since 1996. Being a parent and a child of divorce, Cindy offers a unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise. Today, Cindy uses her combined experience to help transform the lives of families experiencing hardships.
Half of all marriages end in divorce, causing children to struggle with feelings of anxiety and depression at high rates. While divorce is never a child's fault, Cindy e...
2021-12-0232 minAskMamaAmyThe Love Designers Guide to Post-Divorce LoveChoosing a life partner is one of the most important decisions in your life, yet many people rush into relationships that aren't aligned with their souls. Witnessing many divorces in her childhood, Renée Piane, The Love Designer, was conditioned to believe that true love does not exist. As Renée entered the dating world, she found herself making the same mistakes she had seen in other unsuccessful relationships. It wasn’t until she looked within her own heart that Renée realized she was prohibiting herself from finding love. Today, Renée is on a mission to reignite the lo...
2021-11-1833 minAskMamaAmyAging Through MotherhoodChristine Lee is the Founder and Managing Director of Casa Companion Homecare Solutions, a successful home care agency providing in-home care to seniors in San Diego County. In 2015, Christine co-founded the first Daughterhood Circle in San Diego. Daughterhood Circle is a support group and brain trust for caregivers dealing with the challenges of eldercare. While maintaining her role in the community, Christine is also a mother to three daughters, all under five years old, and a daughter of an aging mother.
Christine shares the biggest challenge she has faced in her life. Two weeks after finding out sh...
2021-11-0417 minAskMamaAmyBoundaries in a Blended Family“Divorce isn’t easy, but it doesn’t need to be bitter,” says Bonnie A. Rabinovitch-Mantel, Family Lawyer. After going through a divorce and transitioning into a blended family, Bonnie decided to make the transition from medical malpractice to family law. Bonnie’s first-hand experience in divorce and step-parenting opened her eyes to the need for strong, yet ethical family attorneys. Today, Bonnie runs her own firm where she guides families through the process of divorce in a healthy way for everyone involved.
One of the first lessons Bonnie learned as a step-parent was the need for boundaries...
2021-10-2123 minAskMamaAmyMental Health for MomsChristina Furnival is the author of the "Capable Kiddos" series, a collection of social-emotional children's books that support children to overcome challenges, develop life skills, and thrive. Christina's books, informed by both her personal experience as a parent as well as her 10+ years of experience in the mental health field as a licensed psychotherapist (LPCC), give children the language and knowledge to grow in social-emotional learning. And her books don't just focus on the child, they provide parents, teachers, and therapists tools to best help them support their children.
Passionate about emotional wellbeing, Christina empowers parents and...
2021-10-0718 minAskMamaAmyStrength in Numbers“I’m grateful that the definition of strength has evolved & changed. It’s no longer about doing everything on your own,” says Niki Jones, Owner of San Diego Moms Blog. When Niki was transitioning to single motherhood, she found herself deep in stress trying to stay on top of everything. As someone who always considered herself to be independent, Niki had to learn the power of asking for help.
As a single mother and entrepreneur, there is no time for burnout. According to Niki, one of the ways she manages stress is by taking care of herself first. N...
2021-09-2317 minAskMamaAmyMemorable Moments for MomsAngela Quisumbing, event strategist and celebration specialist, has found some of the greatest joy in raising her two beautiful kids in southern California. While Angela always strongly desired to be a mom, she also knew that there was more to her identity. In recent years, she has pioneered several businesses that help other women step into their spotlights through events.
When Angela’s kids were young, she spent most of her time at home. With extra time on her hands, she began to develop ideas where she could be involved in her community and still maintain the sta...
2021-09-0922 minAskMamaAmyHome Sweet HomesTina Balch, previous restaurant owner and owner of TeamBalch real estate group, knows how to find strength in challenging situations. After years of working in industries that involve high amounts of financial stress and time away from home, Tina has found ways to establish a healthy work life balance. She is passionate about serving people in her community through education and providing services that benefit her clients in the long run.
Throughout her years of working in several industries, Tina has come to realize that passion isn’t always enough. Even though you may love to cook doe...
2021-08-2631 minAskMamaAmyUnique Heartbeat“Whatever is in front of you, you have to push through”, says Stephanie Labile, owner of Unique Heartbeat. When both of her daughters were diagnosed with severe allergies and other physical disabilities, Stephanie had to learn the ropes on her own. She started Unique Heartbeat as a way to help other families in her community that face similar challenges.
The only option to find the right foods for her daughters is to experiment with them. This process can be traumatic and result in either one of her daughters going into anaphylactic shock. Stephanie finds her strength within her...
2021-08-1821 minAskMamaAmySoul Warrior Yoga Mom“Sometimes you have to hit that rock bottom in your journey to be humbled enough to ask for help,” says Jomally Fernandez, founder and owner of SOUL WARRIOR YOGA. This episode of AskMamaAmy is centered around the overcoming and finding strength in life’s challenges.
Jomally found strength in her weakest moments. After being diagnosed with lupus and almost losing her pregnancy, she rose up against all odds and decided to be triumphant in her circumstances, not a victim. Learning that it is okay to ask and receive help, Jomally was inspired to create a space where she co...
2021-07-0818 minAskMamaAmyBeauty Doctor“Our physical health is really connected to our mental and spiritual health” says Dr. Tess Mauricio, Owner and Founder of M Beauty Clinic. On the premier episode of the #AskMamaAmy Podcast, Amy and Dr. Tess discuss the importance of family, relationships and maintaining your physical health.
Growing up as an immigrant, running a family business, and caring for her family when her husband fell ill, Dr. Tess has used the adversity she has experienced in life to shape herself into the kind of mother she is today. For her, prioritizing her relationships and having a network of peop...
2021-06-2425 min