Motherluck Podcast

In this episode, we chat with Lauren Gregor, Founder and CEO of Rent-a-Romper. Lauren is a pioneer in the baby rental space and we were so glad to have her on as a guest. You might be curious, why choose renting? Well, renting not only saves you money and time but also contributes positively to our planet! Plus, there are numerous additional perks, including a stress-free trial period, space-saving benefits, and sidestepping emotional landmines. Don't miss out—tune in to catch the full episode! TLDR, we talked about: How and why she starred Rent-a-Romper How Rent-a-Romper contributes to sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of fast fashion How they ensure the quality and cleanliness of the rented clothing, especially considering it's for children Challenges they have faced in this baby clothes renting space.  Use code for 25% off the first two months of a membership: MOTHERLUCK and the discount link to apply it directly to the cart: https://rentaromper.com/discount/MOTHERLUCK?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fbaby-clothing-memberships To connect with Rent-a-Romper @rentaromper or on www.rentaromper.com Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

In this episode: We chat with Kristina Kelly, a working mom of two toddlers, a wife to a loving husband and a warrior of colorectal cancer. Kristina was diagnosed with cancer after persistent hemorrhoids prompted her to request a colonoscopy — which detected a cancerous mass. Tune in to hear her story! TLDR, we talked about: Her journey in discovering she had colorectal cancer at the young age of 36. How living with cancer has changed her perspective on motherhood and on life. What resources she has found the most useful. Moment of positivity and strength throughout this journey. To connect with Kristina follow her on TikTok @kristinak2023 - she started a tiktok about managing skincasre while undergoing chemo and radiation, as she says “it’s about self-care and finding some joy and confidence with my new warrior body.” Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

In this episode: We chat with Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Coexist, Stella Campo. Coexist is an all-in-one platform that helps busy couples coordinate life together. Our mission is to eliminate the mental load by making housework more visible, collaborative, and automated. Coexist is woman & mom-owned and operated. Try it today on Android or iOS, anywhere in the world. Learn more at getcoexist.com. TLDR, we talked about: The story behind creating the app. How Coexist encourages communication and collaboration among household members. The unique features Coexist offers to help users streamline their household tasks and responsibilities.  This episode is sponsored by Ceres Chill - visit cereschill.com for more info! Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air.

CHEERS TO SEASON 2! To kick off a new season, this episode is a Ceres Chill Chat w/ Lisa Myers (founder and CEO of the brand). Lisa is the inventor and founding mama of Ceres Chill, a breastmilk storage company that replaces the 1970’s bulky cooler technology that has been holding women back for decades. Being incredibly stubborn and a resourceful mom, she got down to work inventing a solution to solve the problem of the cumbersome, icky, short lived, tell-tale milk storage options that she was forced to use. She filed for a patent and began working with an amazing team of friends to make Ceres Chill available to any mom in search of a better way to achieve their breastfeeding goals while continuing to be a great professional success. About Ceres Chill: Created by a mom, for moms, Ceres Chill guarantees convenience with their double walled stainless steel Breastmilk Chillers. A handful of ice is all you need to keep your breastmilk or formula safe for 20 hours!  No more lugging around bags full of plastic and chemical freeze packs. Now, you can pump and double pump all day into one sleek container.  Ceres Chill is there for you no matter where your journey takes you - Breastmilk storage, formula storage, cow's milk for toddlers and more! Their products are not only beautiful, they’re also travel-friendly and FSA/HSA reimbursable. This is truly breastmilk storage reimagined. TLDR, we talked about: The importance of protecting your breastmilk when working, traveling, and just being a human!  The impact this product has made in the lives of so many women! How moms are capable of changing the world! Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. xoxo

Kayleen Kelly x MP In this episode, we chat with professional organizer Kayleen Kelly. Kayleen is the owner of Kayleen Kelly Home Organizing & Redesign and the creator of the CORE 4 Decluttering and Organizing Method. Specializing in Chronic Clutter and ADHD she has educated and inspired over 1.3 million families worldwide through her social media platforms. Her gentle approach encourages you to lean into self-compassion to create a low-maintenance, functional home without all the pressure of perfection. The CORE 4 Method has been featured on Good Morning America, Better Homes and Gardens and many other publications. Author of the children’s book “KiKi the Magical Makeover Fairy” Kayleen’s goal is to help everyone, even children, learn how to easily declutter and create a home that functions well and feels good. In this episode we talk about: How Kayleen found the world of decluttering. The CORE 4 Decluttering and Organizing method. Tips for managing clutter with small children. Connect with Kayleen on: Instagram @kayleenkellyorganize  Website: KayleenKelly.com Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air.

Liz, a first-generation Mexican-American, a dedicated parent of two toddlers, and a working Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), is the creative force behind 'Spanish with Liz,' a YouTube channel that engages babies and toddlers in an immersive Spanish language learning experience. Liz received her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Texas in El Paso, a border city located next to Ciudad Juárez known for its rich Mexican influence. She has participated in multiple medical mission trips, including ones to Peru, Mexico, and Honduras, where she advocated for the Spanish-speaking community and provided care and education to both the local residents and staff. She received her Master’s of Science in Anesthesia from the University of Loma Linda and currently works as a CRNA, providing anesthesia to her local community in San Diego, California. Liz's mission is to advocate for and empower parents who seek to foster bilingualism in their children and introduce them to the Spanish language. Her channel, filled with songs, captivating visuals, and clear phonetics, has garnered over 13k subscribers and half a million views in under three months—a testament to the demand for impactful education. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@SpanishwithLiz Instagram: instagram.com/spanish.with.liz TikTok: tiktok.com/@spanish.with.liz In this episode, we chat about: Liz’s reason for starting a YouTube channel teaching children Spanish The amount of work it takes to create a channel and videos Why she thinks it’s important to raise multilingual children Challenges in raising multilingual children and tips to overcome those challenges Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcastWe want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air.

MP Ep. 11: Navigating Maternity Leave and the Return to Work In this episode, we chat about: Our thoughts about maternity leave and returning to work  How we decided on childcare What work-life balance looks like now as a mom Tips for moms + more Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

MP Ep. 10: To Sleep or Not to Sleep In this episode, we chat about: Our experiences with newborn sleep/lack thereof. What is witching hour, how did the Huckleberry app help, and more.  Sleep Schedules and Sleep Training Products that helped - bedside bassinets, monitors, resources + more BOOK RECO: 12 Hours by 12 Weeks by Suzy Giordano Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

In this episode we: Discuss our preconceptions regarding what postpartum would be like versus what it was actually like for each of us Reveal our biggest postpartum symptoms: Postpartum depression and anxiety Give 3 tips to new moms who are feeling overwhelmed or isolated during postpartum Share funny moments from that time Of course, talk about a recent Motherluck moment! Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

In this episode we: Caught up on our personal lives after a few weeks of back-to-back interviews Talked about our favorite episodes so far and what we’ve learned  Discussed future episode topics Talked about the new things our girls are doing and learning Gave a mama tip for the 4th of July! Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

MP Ep. 6 | IUI Questions, Fertility Clinics, + Same-Sex Couples In this episode, we had a special guest, Mercedes Smith-LaFleur. Mercedes is a cocktail of new mama, Veteran, content creator, and Motherluck fan! She was born and raised in a small town in Oklahoma. Mercedes left her hometown and spent the last 6 years serving as a Military Police Officer in Louisiana.  She is now raising her son alongside her wife, Brittany, and figuring out life one day at a time.  We talked about: Mercedes’ journey to becoming a mom who struggled with infertility.  Issues she and her wife faced because they are a same-sex couple, in the military, and in the South. Mercedes shared her IUI journey and the estimated costs of using a sperm bank. The process Mercedes and her wife went through to find the perfect sperm donor. Tips and advice for other couples who are currently trying to conceive.  To connect with Mercedes follow her journey on Youtube: @AlongWithUsSL and Instagram: @along.with.us / AlongWithUs  Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air.

Dr. Rachel Selman PT, DPT, CSCS, CPSS graduated with honors from Georgia Tech with her bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, then graduated from Mercer University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She then obtained additional certifications as a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) as well as a performance and sport scientist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Dr. Selman specializes in orthopedics and pelvic health and is the author of the first ever peer reviewed physical therapy protocol for pre and postnatal athletes published in the International Journal of Physical Therapy. Dr. Selman is also the founder of the Stirrups to Situps app - an app designed to improve the recovery process for new mothers - as well as the founder of Athletic Motherhood Co. - a company focused on educating providers to improve musculoskeletal care across the spectrum for moms everywhere. In this episode we talk about: What pelvic physical therapy is and how it can help pre and postpartum Common misconceptions about Pelvic Physical Therapy Advice for new moms who might be hesitant on trying Pelvic Physical Therapy Rachel’s Socials: Clinic: @synthesisphysicaltherapy App: @stirrupstositups Continuing Education Program: @athleticmotherhoodco Clinic/Scheduling Website: SynthesisPhysicalTherapy.com Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

This week we had a fun conversation with Jenise Santos, PA, and Alex’s older sister! Jenise has been a physician assistant for almost 5 years. She received her Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from Augusta University. After completing PA school, she decided to move back to her hometown to work with uninsured/low-income patients. After a couple of years working in primary care, she started working in Ob/Gyn. She will have been at her current practice for almost three years. Her favorite part of working in Ob/Gyn is empowering women every day. In this episode, we talk about:  How Jenise educates and prepares her patients for birth. What moms should and shouldn’t do while pregnant. The most common health issues during pregnancy and things to look out for. Tips to prevent postpartum depression. Having a family planning, plan! What it was like watching her sister give birth! Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

Our Labor Stories + Tips for Pregnant Moms In this episode we talk about: Our very different labor journeys  Our first moments with our little ones Tips for Pregnant Mamas Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

Ep. 2 We’re pregnant, now what?! In this episode we talk about: Our expectations of what pregnancy would be like vs. how pregnancy actually treated us How each trimester was so different from the previous one Romy’s decision to have a gender surprise at birth Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

Ep. 1 OMG! We’re Pregnant! Welcome to the Motherluck - an all things momhood podcast with your hosts, Alex and Romy. As new moms ourselves, we are starting to understand the ups and downs of new motherhood. This podcast is meant to be a safe place for moms to feel validated, heard, and have a community they can relate to. Join us as we discuss: Introduce ourselves and our babies Answer why we started this podcast! Discuss how we found out we were pregnant and how we told our loved ones Talk about our feelings once the shock subdued Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air. 

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Halle Deneen, a remarkable Mommypreneur who juggles the roles of model, model coach, creator, and strategist. As a single mother, Halle has faced unique challenges and triumphs, and she generously shared her journey and insights with us. Her story is not only inspiring but also full of practical advice and motivation for anyone striving to balance multiple roles in their lives. Tune in to hear Halle's empowering perspective and learn from her experiences. Throughout this episode we covered: • How she became a successful model and model coach! • How she balances entrepreneurship and motherhood. • Challenges how she has faced and how she asks her village for help. Keep up with Halle: • Website: https://www.halledeneen.com/  • Instagram: @halledeneen Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at mailto:motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air.

In this episode, we spoke with Naomi, a seasoned Spanish teacher holding a Master's Degree in Spanish Education and Level 2 Forest School Teaching Certification. She has made it her mission to support families in learning Spanish at home. Naomi is committed to helping families through creating a nature-based Spanish curriculum, producing a Spanish podcast for kids called ¡Hola Nature!, and offering a wealth of free Spanish learning resources on her blog. She firmly believes that anyone can teach their children Spanish at home and aims to empower and inspire families by showing that every effort, no matter how small, can make a difference in language learning at home. Throughout this episode, we covered: How outdoor environments enhance the process of learning a second language. Specific outdoor activities that effectively support bilingual learning. How parents without a strong background in a second language can support their children's bilingual education. Keep up with Natures x Ninos: Website: www.ninosandnature.com Instagram: @ninos.and.nature Podcast: ¡Hola Nature! A Spanish Language Adventure for Kids Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air.

Romy + Alex pageant debrief Wanna hear all the behind the scenes from the Miss GA USA pageant! Be sure to tune in to get all the details! A few things we talked about: • Alex’s experience as a first time pageant girlie. • The bathroom conversation she overheard before the top 5 were announced • Will she be doing it again next year?! Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at mailto:motherlucpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air.

It’s been a while! We accidentally took a hiatus from the podcast because we had too much going on in life but we’re back!  A few things we talked about: One of us is pregnant! One of us is competing in Miss Georgia USA this summer! Both of us have been managing everything life has been throwing at us. Tune in to get all the details.  Make sure to follow us on our socials (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook): @motherluckpodcast We want to hear from you, too! Do you have a Motherluck topic you want us to explore? Email us at motherluckpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on our socials. We just might discuss your topic on air.