From the Mouths of Babes

This week we are so excited to welcome Meagan from Marco Polo to talk about loneliness. Many of us have experienced lonely times throughout our lives and as you may have experienced, the antidote for loneliness is connection. We discuss ways that you can find friends and nurture real connection in your lives. We would love to hear from you about ways that you have forged new connections and friendships in your life.

This week, we have a special episode in honor of mothers. We are excited to welcome back Maren Droubay, host and creator of the Mamahood Podcast, to discuss the mental load of motherhood, equality in our homes and ways that we can be confident in our decisions as we embark on our unique motherhood paths. The Mamahood Podcast The Mamahood Instagram @MarenDroubay Sponsors: MamaZen App Use code 1j

Wow! It's been a minute. Sorry about that. This week we bring Dana's husband, Luke, on the podcast to talk about the epic surprise he pulled together for Dana's golden, 30th birthday. You'll never believe what he was able to pull off! At the end we talk about how everyone has their strengths and weaknesses and how we shouldn't compare against each other's spouses or highlight reels.

This week we welcome back our sister Sarah Burke. Sarah and Cara have both been through a journey through the spectrum with their kids and with themselves. Both of them have multiples (Sarah has triplets and Cara has twins) and both of them have children on the Autism Spectrum with other disorders such as ADHD, OCD, etc.) We talk about diagnosis and what to do to improve health and notice when a diagnosis is necessary and could be helpful for you or your children. Sponsors: Truly Mac Use Code BABES at checkout

This week we are excited to welcome back our sister Rachel. She brings along her husband Scott and we discuss how to manage disappointments as they arise in our lives and the paradigms in which we view those disappointments and what they say about ourselves.  Truly Mac www.shoptrulymac.com/babes Use Code BABES at checkout

This week we are excited to premiere our new segment Cat Fight, where we bring on one of our siblings and duke it out over a topic of our choosing. This week the topic is, "is this cool or is it just stupid?"  Join us with our husbands and special guests, our brother Sam and his wife  Meg-- all the way from Norway!  Sponsors Truly Mac www.shoptrulymac.com/babes Use Code BABES at checkout

Happy New Year, Babes! We hope January hasn't been too long already for you. In this episode, Cara and Dana reflect on the pits and peaks of this last year. They also discuss goals and direction for the podcast this coming year. 

This week we welcome our dear friend, Aimee Patton to the podcast. Aimee is no stranger to difficulties in her life and the lives of her loved ones, yet she is able to handle challenges with grace and gratitude. She has seen many miracles along the way and we wanted her to share them with all of you. Our hope is that you can see God's hand in your lives and find joy in your own unique journeys.

Kindness is a choice. Carter Hult left a legacy of kindness in his short 18 year life even when kindness wasn’t extended to him.  In this episode we share some of Carter's own words through the college essay he wrote where he talks about the struggles he faced. Despite being bullied, he chose to see the good in people and proactively seek out those who felt unseen or appeared friendless. Today, in honor of Carter's birthday, we share his legacy and talk about the experiences you, our listeners, have had when someone's kindness changed your life.  Somebody in your sphere of influence needs this message, please share his words, choose one act of kindness today and share your experience using the #kindlikecarter and tag us in the post. Be Cool, Be kind like Carter. As always, but especially with this episode, we would love for your to share this episode with your loved ones so we can continue Carter's legacy.  Sponsors Clean Simple Eats Black Friday Sale  Use Code DANA at checkout for a total of 35% off Truly Mac www.shoptrulymac.com/babes Use Code BABES at checkout 

This week we welcome Ashlee Sorensen to help us "get brilliant in the basics" of hormone health. Have you felt at war with your own body? Betrayed by it at times? 1. You are not alone. 2. Understanding your hormones and how your amazing body was designed is the key to unlocking your superpowers! In this episode we discuss how to maximize your cycle to get the most out of your mood, sex drive, confidence, appetite, and exercise. Ashlee is a menstrual and hormone coach for women. Her personal experience with PMS, debilitating period pain, and infertility is what ultimately set her on a journey to learn more about how food and lifestyle affect hormone health, and eventually creating her signature course, Cycle Strategy 101, as well as Exercise and Hormones, and Cycle Sexcess. Ashlee is passionate about teaching women how to tap into their superpowers by honoring their cyclical rhythms. Follow along with Ashlee or access her free resources and podcast at the following links: A Bit Better Everyday Podcast Email List and access to resources  Instagram @ashleesorensen This episode is sponsored by MixHers. Mixhers is a company built by women, for women. Driven and dedicated to helping you embrace your time of the month by giving your body the nutrition it needs. And because our story exists, your period story can change. Hertime is a nutritional supplement that helps balance hormones on the daily*. Take it consistently, and Hertime can help you take control of bloating, cramps, mood swings, irregular flow, and low energy*. No matter the phase of your cycle, Hertime supports your period health by keeping your hormones in check*. If you having been wanting to get your hormones in check, now is the time. Follow the link HERE.  Use our code BABES for a discount at checkout. 

Dr. Cameron Staley is a clinical psychologist who is passionate about helping individuals improve their mental and sexual health. In his TEDx talk, Changing the Narrative Around the Addiction Story, Cameron shares details from his research and counseling experience regarding helpful ways to talk about sexuality and how to effectively reduce unwanted pornography viewing through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). To make these principles more accessible to those who are struggling with pornography, he developed the Life After Pornography online program and the Life After Pornography Coach app. Cameron also provides online counseling services for residents of Utah and Idaho and coaching services for individuals seeking additional support in applying the mental and sexual health principles found in the Life After Series programs. You can check out his podcast, interviews, research, and free trainings on his website: https://cameronstaleyphd.wordpress.com/

This topic has been weighing heavily on our hearts and minds. With family members and friends leaving the church Cara and I are both a part of, we have been having really powerful and important conversations. It can be difficult to navigate, but we talk about how it's possible and how differences do not have to create division. 

This week we share some of your hot takes and unpopular opinions as well as some of our own!  Connect with us on our new Facebook Group page here. 

This week we welcome Dr. Hank Smith to discuss Jesus Christ and His Atonement and how we can more fully embrace it in our lives. We talk about Jesus teaching his followers about boundaries. We talk about how the Holy Ghost is the vehicle that makes the Atonement efficacious and lastly we discuss how the commandments are not there to help us avoid suffering, rather the commandments are what we do when we suffer. If you or a loved one are going through a difficult time, this episode will help you find peace and give you practical ideas on how you can find healing now and hope for it in the future.   Hank references this talk at the end of the episode by Anthony Sweat. You can find it here.  https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0tkK7pOLn5c For more from Hank Smith you can find him on:  Instagram @Hankrsmith @FollowHimPodcast  His Podcast- FollowHim Podcast  Dr. Henry “Hank” Smith grew up the son of a golf professional in sunny St. George, Utah. After earning a Bachelor’s Degree from Dixie State University, Hank earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Utah State University and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Brigham Young University, where he is an Assistant Professor of Ancient Scripture. Hank enjoys speaking , writing, and podcasting, especially for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His weekly podcast followHIM with Hank Smith and John Bytheway is enjoyed by millions across the globe and shares the gospel of Jesus Christ. Hank has also authored many books, talks, and additionally speaks to tens of thousands of youth and adults each year. Hank loves the Utah Jazz, biking, and running. He and his wife Sara are the parents of five adorable children.

Rebecca Gray attended law school at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C.,  one of our nation’s top academic institutions. After graduating, she moved to Miami, FL where she began her career as a criminal prosecutor at one of the country’s largest prosecutorial offices. For over three years, Rebecca filed, prepared, and tried cases ranging from traffic offenses and misdemeanors to serious felonies. Rebecca entered the field of criminal law because of her passion for justice and people. No one plans on being accused and arrested for a crime. But, it is truly in that moment when you realize how valuable the rights you have been afforded are. Now she works as a public defender in Indiana. She has 4 kids she keeps alive on top of all that. Basically a total babe! Connect with Rebecca at: @lawofficesofrebeccagray  https://www.agraydefense.com/

This week we welcome Jessica Smith from @milkmaidshoney to discuss the Divine Feminine or Mother God. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believes in and celebrates a Heavenly Mother, who loves us and with her Husband and First Born Spirit Son created all living things. When discussing this topic with our older brother, Aaron Dodini, he said, "This belief is unique in modern day Christianity and there is nothing more "feminist" than the belief that woman are Goddesses; that the construct of God is divine union between a man and a woman who together create all living things for the express purpose of giving Their children the chance for eternal progression." During a time when there is such a need for divine womanly representation, it was a breath of fresh air to discuss Her as some of Her daughters.   Jessica graduated from BYU in 2020 with a Bachelor's degree in Ancient Near Eastern History with a Hebrew Bible emphasis. Later that year, she and her husband moved to Norway. Jessica uses her degree in Hebrew to explore the lore and linguistic origins of the scriptures. She makes it her journey to find the feelings and emotions in-between the lines and add a woman's voice to the critical analysis of stories we love and cherish as the word of God. Jessica ponders our Mother God and traces of Her within the scriptures.  This week's episode is sponsored by MixHers. We are happy to give our listeners 10% off (that can also be added to the subscription which is 20% off = 30% total). Follow the link below and use code: MIXHERS-BABES at checkout. https://mix.crrnt.app/VPWEKy18

Studies show before the age of 18, one in three girls, and one in five boys are sexually abused. Studies also show 95% of sexual abuse is preventable through education. We are so grateful to have Katie Hastings, pediatric nurse, mother of 4 boys, wife, and sexual abuse survivor herself, joins us to discuss her recently published book, Your Safe Body.  To purchase the book you can follow the links below: https://store.bookbaby.com/book/your-safe-body Amazon To connect with Katie directly you can follow her on Instagram @katiethemomthenurse This week's episode is sponsored by MixHers. We are happy to give our listeners 10% off (that can also be added to the subscription which is 20% off = 30% total). Follow the link below and use code: MIXHERS-BABES at checkout. https://mix.crrnt.app/VPWEKy18

Danielle Calder from @daniellecalder_ formerly @theremaybetypos joins us again to discuss healing from religious trauma, deconstruction and reconstruction and faith affirming therapy.  Cognitive dissonance lives on both sides of the faith divide with believers and nonbelievers alike. To those who claim belief, not everything makes sense. Not all loose ends are tied up; not every question finds it’s answer. Our Latter-day history can be perplexing, some parts leave even the devout wondering; not all prayers find answers. The doctrines Christ professed in that time proved to be more provocative than peaceful, perhaps more cognitive dissonance than resolution. Wherever you are on journey, whatever experiences you have had, there are resources to help and there is healing that can take place. We hope this conversation helps.  This week's episode is sponsored by MixHers. We are happy to give our listeners 10% off (that can also be added to the subscription which is 20% off = 30% total). Follow the link below and use code: MIXHERS-BABES at checkout. https://mix.crrnt.app/VPWEKy18

This week we welcome back Emily Christensen to discuss how to process our own emotions and how to teach young children how to process their own feelings and emotions.  We talk about owning it when we make mistakes and believe us when we say, we all make them.  This week's episode is sponsored by MixHers. We are happy to give our listeners 10% off (that can also be added to the subscription which is 20% off = 30% total). Follow the link below and use code: MIXHERS-BABES at checkout.  https://mix.crrnt.app/VPWEKy18

This week we welcome Morgan Jones who is the host of the All In podcast. We discuss what it means to be "all in" in every aspect of our lives-- with our faith and how we show up outside of our faith as well. Find her @mojo7795 and @allin.podcast and her book “ALL IN. Exploring What it Means to be All in the Gospel of Jesus Christ”. https://deseretbook.com/p/all-in?variant_id=194703-paperback