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The Conscious Moms Podcast
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Have kids they said, it'll be fun they said...but what about maintaining your sanity along the way? Tune into our weekly podcast as we aim to cultivate a community of kindness and awareness for moms! A podcast where we discuss ALL things mom to help empower, support and educate moms and the community. IT TAKES A VILLAGE! So join our Conscious Moms village! Be sure to like and subscribe to our Conscious Moms Podcast channel!
Where we're not perfect, just trying to be more conscious.
Where we're not perfect, just trying to be more conscious.
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If you think Calculus, Trigonometry, or Algebra is hard, wait until you calculate Mom Math! See Mom Math is a completely different beast in that there are no tried and true formulas that work across the board, what x equals today may not be what x equals tomorrow. Mom Math is very tricky. See with regular math there is usually a formula to follow to account for variations that are predictable. With motherhood, there are some things that happen that never could've been predicted. See with Mom ...
In this riveting episode, we're thrilled to welcome the incredible Brandon Saho as our special guest! You've probably heard Brandon's name from his groundbreaking podcast, "The Mental Game," where he fearlessly delves into the world of mental health with top-tier athletes, celebrities, and musicians. But today, we're flipping the script and turning the spotlight on Brandon himself. Prepare to be moved as Brandon shares his personal journey, battling depression and confronting his own attempt...
If you've ever wondered or heard about IEPs and 504s, what usually comes to mind? Special ed, disabilities, slow, stupid, etc.? On this episode we sit down with Jannean Dixon, M. Ed. of Cornerstone Educational Consulting to discuss exactly what IEPs and 504s truly mean. We often associate disabilities or special education with those who have physical disabilities or diagnosed with syndromes, but disabilities extend to diagnoses of developmental or speech delay, ADD and ADHD, dyslexia and more...
How do you approach race in your home? Is it uncomfortable for you to start or have a conversation on race with another race? If someone asked your child if mommy or daddy likes these people or those people, what would their response be? If you’re unsure, need guidance or just never thought about it, this episode is for you! On this episode we are joined with Roxi Victorian, a choreographer and dance scholar, who has orchestrated a creative dance performance to illustrate the journeys o...
"Dads or glorified babysitters?" The question that has so many layers that we dive into on this awesome episode featuring Edward "Ted" James, father to his daughter Harper. On this special episode, we peel back the layers of this thought-provoking question to shed light on the misconceptions, challenges, and triumphs faced by dads in today's society. We also discuss the societal expectations placed on fathers and how they have evolved over time. Ted shares his thoughts on breaking the 'glorif...
Remember the movie Mean Girls? Well this episode is all about Mean Mom moments. In this episode we have listeners, as well as ourselves, chime in and tell us a comment or statement made to them that was mean. Not only is it a therapeutic venting session for us and listeners but also serves to let others be more mindful of things they say and do! I think we may all find ourselves on both sides of the giving and receiving end of Mean Mom Moments! The main takeaway from this episode is to be mor...
What do you always hear when you're boarding a plane? Secure YOUR oxygen mask first BEFORE helping others. And you know why? Because you can't help or be of service to others if you don't take care of yourself first. And this is true in life also, you have to take care of yourself and fill your cup before pouring into others. On this podcast we talk to Erin Kimbrough, Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, LCSW, to discuss how to love yourself, deal with mom-guilt and how to adjust to this n...
Did you know you have a relationship with money whether you know it or not? But what exactly is that relationship with money? And what formed that relationship with money? Because this relationship you developed with money directly affects how you manage your money. And guess what, it's deeper than just numbers to manage money, there's a psychological component as well. So tune in and listen as we sit down with Financial Coach, Katie Gibbons, as she discusses using a combination of behavioral...
Who would've thought it'd come to this for our kids at school? When we and our parents were in school, we never practiced active shooter drills or had suicide as a common occurrence. But it's our reality now, a reality we must face and can no longer ignore. And we know every time you hear of a mass shooting occurring at school you think, what if that was my child's school? Or thought what could I have done, or the school done or anyone to change the outcome? We sit down with a teacher, Laura ...
It’s not all rainbows and butterflies... you know? Not everyone gets pregnant the first time they try and not everyone makes it full-term when they are pregnant. So what do you do if you’ve experienced this or what do you say to someone to offer support who has? In this episode, we sit down and chat with mothers who have experienced infertility, miscarriage, and rainbow babies. We have valuable input from Ashleigh Creech, LPC, PMH-C of Baton Rouge Perinatal Counseling for helping to support ...
Oops, did you do it again! Did you laugh, sneeze or cough and leak urine? Are you having pain with intercourse or just pain down there, period? People will tell you when you're pregnant or just had a baby that all of this stuff is normal, BUT IT'S NOT! It's common but not normal, and it can be cured in most cases! Tune in as we sit down with Mallory Giglio, PT, DPT of Kinetic PT in Baton Rouge, LA to see if you could benefit from pelvic floor therapy whether you're younger, sing...
"Have kids!" they said. "It'll be fun!" they said... What about maintaining your sanity along the way? Tune into our monthly podcast as we aim to cultivate a community of kindness and awareness for moms! A podcast where we discuss ALL things 'mom' to help empower, support and educate moms and the community. IT TAKES A VILLAGE! So join our Conscious Moms village! And let us know what topics you want to discuss in the comments below. Be sure to like and subscribe to our Conscious Moms Podcast ...
🎙️✨ Hey Conscious Moms! Ready to dive into a conversation that’s as enlightening as it is heartwarming? Join us in this episode as we sit down with the amazing Madeline Leblanc from Mary’s Hands, a nonprofit making waves by offering free doula services and training. Madeline shares her passion for supporting families through the transformative journey of childbirth and how her organization is changing the game with its incredible mission. From debunking myths about doulas to discussing the pr...
As summer approaches, keeping your family safe on the road becomes even more crucial. In this episode, we dive into essential car safety tips specifically tailored for moms. From preparing your vehicle for summer travel to ensuring your kids are properly secured, we cover everything you need to know to navigate the roads with confidence. Join us as we discuss: Preventive Maintenance: Learn how to check your car's tires, brakes, and air conditioning to ensure they're ready for summer driving c...
Have you ever wondered how and why women stay in relationships while being victim to domestic violence? We are joined on this special podcast episode by a brave woman, mother and domestic abuse survivor…Dr. Kayonca “Kay” Riggs. She shares her personal story of experiencing domestic violence and how she got out of it…successfully. And we learn it’s not as easy as just leaving, especially when you have children. We hope that lots of questions are answered, light is shed to understand the true p...
Welcome to our 1st episode of Season 2 of Conscious Moms!! And we're starting it off with a bang! Boundaries, boundaries, boundaries. We are joined on this episode by Melissa Terito, CPA and Partner for Sentinel Pension, a division of Faulk & Winkler, as well as co-host on the Louisiana Ladies Podcast. And boy oh boy is she passionate about boundaries. We sit down and talk with her about WHY boundaries are necessary, how to set them and how you know when to use them. Boundaries are necess...
When it comes to THE TALK with your little ones, we know there are SO many questions that arise. Like when should I have the talk, how should I have the talk, and how much do I include or leave out at first? We sit down with former East Baton Rouge District Attorney's Office criminal prosecutor, Louise Hines Myers, as she gives advice and answers ALL questions related to having THE TALK and more. Louise prosecuted sex crimes and also discusses keeping your kids safe from predators because we ...
This year give yourself the gift of bereavement and a chance to feel all the feelings you've been too brave to feel. Join the Conscious Moms and their guests on this special episode as they navigate the loss of loved ones, divorce, and all the change that comes when someone is no longer in your life. As we sit down with Hospice of Baton Rouge, you will learn that it is just as OK to cry as it is to not feel guilty that you are enjoying the holidays without that special someone. They also offe...
In this episode of Conscious Moms we discuss trauma. And as we sit down and speak with Dr. Natascha Wilson, a trauma specialist, & Jensine Speed, a maternal mental health therapist, we discover that trauma isn’t just something that happens to you physically. Trauma can be the loss of control, betrayal, abuse of power, helplessness, pain, loss, and/or confusion among other things. And a majority of the time, mental health issues can be traced back to trauma of some sort. So please intently...
From "saggy boobs" if you breastfeed, to "not bonding with your baby" if you don’t breastfeed…we’re sure you’ve heard it all! So in honor of Breastfeeding Awareness Week we sat down with Amanda Western of Magnolia Lactation to help us sort through what’s fact and what's fiction when it comes to breastfeeding. Plus, for those who do choose to breastfeed or know someone who breastfeeds, she provides some information to help support the breastfeeding journey. Tune in and join our C...