The Vintage Mama Podcast: Recent Episodes
Coco O'Connor
I am Coco O'Connor and what I like to call a "vintage mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast is to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points as "vintage mamas". .
As a vintage mama, have you ever wondered how it feels to do the things you really love while being a mother?
In this episode, Rebecca Bystrom, a Midwest-based photographer and a mother of six, shares with us her wonderful journey of being a vintage mama and how she has been able to pursue her passion for photography. She also expresses that she feels as though she has been given another chance at life, an opportunity to approach things the way she had always wanted, or perhaps in the way the universe intended her to. Rebecca discusses the beauty of grace when one allows themselves to be present and fully immersed in the moments with their family. It serves as a valuable lesson for everyone to learn from and work towards - being more present and cherishing the time spent with loved ones.
Join us in this inspiring episode as we hear from Rebecca Bystrom and Discover how she embraced a new chance at life and find inspiration in learning to be more present and cherish moments with family.
Highlights & Resources:
- About Rebecca’s story as a Vintage Mama
- About her creative based job
- Rebecca’s three business
- How do Rebecca and his ex-husband co parenting their children
- Importance of presence for our child
- Teaching the child at a young age about boundaries and personal protection
- Acknowledging your feelings
- How journaling can help with finding gratitude
- Takeaways that she would give to our vintage mamas
About Rebecca Bystrom:
Rebecca is a Midwest based photographer; with Award winning images in Wedding Photography. She has 10+ years experience, hundreds of memories from each event, along with a few published articles in the photography field. She enjoys sharing insights with clients and fellow blog followers. As a photographer, her use of natural light and technical ease allows her to create memorable, unique and beautiful photos for all her clients.
Follow Rebecca Bystrom:
- Website | tellastoryphotography.com
- Instagram | @tellastoryphotog
- Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/tellastoryphotography
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama podcast, chick the link, It’s a free Time Saving Checklist for Busy Moms available here: https://www.vintagemamas.com/free
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
As parents, we long to witness our child’s journey of growth and strive to be there for them as much as possible. In our pursuit of what is best for them, we also prioritize creating a clean and safe home environment.
In this episode, we have the pleasure of welcoming Jodi, the founder of Pristine Green Clean, a company dedicated to using all-green and healthy products for cleaning. Jodi opens up about her experience as a vintage mama raising her youngest child and how it has shaped her perspective on parenting. She shares valuable strategies for managing energy while meeting the demands of being a parent and a vintage mama. Jodi emphasizes that as parents, we don't need to overcomplicate things or compare ourselves to others, but rather focus on the simplicity of being present for our children, as that is already a great gift for them.
Tune in now and embrace a more fulfilling parenting experience!
Highlights & Resources:
- About Jodi’s journey as a vintage mama
- Strategies for managing energy, making time for yourself and handling the demands of parenting as a vintage mama.
- About making things simple
- About pristine green clean and how that fits into her vintage mama life
- Three takeaways to encourage the audience to embrace the power of green cleaning in order to improve their vintage mama life.
About Jodi:
Jodi Reed is the founder of Pristine Green Clean, a company focused on cleaning with all-green and healthy products. She is also a mother, blogger, housekeeper, and course creator. Jodi has been working in the cleaning industry for over two decades, learning many things "the hard way." Now, she is determined to help others learn those lessons more quickly.
She is dedicated to training and supporting housekeepers, janitors, maids, custodians, homemakers, and anyone else involved in cleaning tasks. Jodi offers all-natural cleaning recipes, tips for easier cleaning processes, as well as stretches and precautions to help prevent the most common injuries among workers in the cleaning industry.
Follow Jodi:
- Website | www.pristine.team
- Facebook | www.facebook.com/groups/thepristinescene
- Pinterest | www.pinterest.com/ThePristineScene
- Blog | www.pristine.team/blog
Link to training course:
The Pristine Green-Clean Training Course
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama podcast, chick the link, It’s a free Time Saving Checklist for Busy Moms available here: https://www.vintagemamas.com/free
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
As parents, we long to witness our child’s journey of growth and strive to be there for them as much as possible. In our pursuit of what is best for them, we also prioritize creating a clean and safe home environment.
In this episode, we have the pleasure of welcoming Jodi, the founder of Pristine Green Clean, a company dedicated to using all-green and healthy products for cleaning. Jodi opens up about her experience as a vintage mama raising her youngest child and how it has shaped her perspective on parenting. She shares valuable strategies for managing energy while meeting the demands of being a parent and a vintage mama. Jodi emphasizes that as parents, we don't need to overcomplicate things or compare ourselves to others, but rather focus on the simplicity of being present for our children, as that is already a great gift for them.
Tune in now and embrace a more fulfilling parenting experience!
Highlights & Resources:
- About Jodi’s journey as a vintage mama
- Strategies for managing energy, making time for yourself and handling the demands of parenting as a vintage mama.
- About making things simple
- About pristine green clean and how that fits into her vintage mama life
- Three takeaways to encourage the audience to embrace the power of green cleaning in order to improve their vintage mama life.
About Jodi:
Jodi Reed is the founder of Pristine Green Clean, a company focused on cleaning with all-green and healthy products. She is also a mother, blogger, housekeeper, and course creator. Jodi has been working in the cleaning industry for over two decades, learning many things "the hard way." Now, she is determined to help others learn those lessons more quickly.
She is dedicated to training and supporting housekeepers, janitors, maids, custodians, homemakers, and anyone else involved in cleaning tasks. Jodi offers all-natural cleaning recipes, tips for easier cleaning processes, as well as stretches and precautions to help prevent the most common injuries among workers in the cleaning industry.
Follow Jodi:
- Website | www.pristine.team
- Facebook | www.facebook.com/groups/thepristinescene
- Pinterest | www.pinterest.com/ThePristineScene
- Blog | www.pristine.team/blog
Link to training course:
The Pristine Green-Clean Training Course
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama podcast, chick the link, It’s a free Time Saving Checklist for Busy Moms available here: https://www.vintagemamas.com/free
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Motherhood is an incredible journey that can bring immense joy and fulfillment, but it is not without its challenges, especially for women who become mothers later in life. From physical challenges to the emotional toll of balancing a career and motherhood, the path of motherhood can be tough to navigate.
In this episode, we have the privilege of hearing from Rebecca Mora, the founder of Gut Gal, who shares her inspiring journey of pregnancy and PTSD. Rebecca courageously opens up about her struggles and how she overcame them with strength and faith in God. After giving birth, she was diagnosed with cancer, which forced her to reflect on her life decisions and prioritize self-care. She started a detox regimen and eventually learned that her cancer was calcified. Through her experience, Rebecca came to realize the importance of self-care for mothers. Her journey is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of taking care of oneself, even in the face of adversity.
Tune in to this inspiring episode with Rebecca Mora and learn about the power of resilience, faith, and self-care. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical tips for navigating the challenges of motherhood.
Highlights & Resources:
- Rebecca’s journey of pregnancy and PTSD
- Her journey after pregnancy
- Rebecca’s cancer journey
- Her current health status
- Top three takeaways for vintage mamas
About Rebecca Mora and Gut Gal:
Gut Gal was developed over a lifetime of education and hands-on experience. Truly, it all started in Rosarito, MX while she was working as an Alcohol & Drug Detox Counselor, manager and fitness trainer. This position enabled her to embrace the ever changing situations that arose regarding nutrition, fitness, detox, holistic modalities, Stem cell therapy and ancient medicine. Following that experience, she opened a retreat for patients with cancer. Her retreat provided healing modalities, nutrition, cooking classes and counseling. After my high risk pregnancy and the birth of her beautiful daughter Camila, she developed Thyroid cancer. Rebecca was offered a Health Coach position with Health Secrets following my personalized Cancer detox recovery protocol. As a Health Coach, she realized her passion to further her education by becoming a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP). Rebecca had a deep desire to share her natural gifts in therapeutic counseling and absolutely loved what she did. While studying as a HHP, she created the name Gut Gal because all signs, symptoms and disease start in the gut.
Follow Rebecca Mora:
- Website | gutgal.com
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama podcast, chick the link, It’s a free Time Saving Checklist for Busy Moms available here: https://www.vintagemamas.com/free
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Nurture yourself to nourish your family.
As a mother, our natural instinct is to prioritize the well-being of our children and family above everything else. We go above and beyond to ensure they are healthy, happy, and thriving. However, in the midst of caring for others, it's important to remember that taking care of ourselves is equally crucial.
During my guest appearance on the Acorn to Tree podcast, I shared my personal experiences and insights as a vintage mama. I discussed the ways in which I prioritize self-care amidst my busy schedule of managing my business and freelance work. In addition, I touched upon the importance of maintaining a healthy diet and consuming energizing foods and drinks to power me through the day. Lastly, I shared tips on how I manage to balance my roles as a mother and a professional, highlighting the importance of finding a healthy work-life balance. Always remember self-care is not selfish, but rather a necessary component of being a nurturing and effective mother.
If you're a busy mom looking to prioritize self-care and achieve a healthy work-life balance, be sure to tune in to my guest appearance on the Acorn to Tree podcast for valuable insights and tips!
Highlights & Resources:
- Important things I do to care for myself each day to keep a balanced life
- Things I eat or drink that makes me ready for the day
- How do I balance work with being a mom?
- Fun daily routines that I have with my daughter that I always make sure to do
- Raising a child
Follow Patrice Badami:
- Website | acorntotree.com
- Facebook Page | www.facebook.com/Acorntotree
- Instagram| www.instagram.com/acorntotree
- Twitter| twitter.com/acorntotree
- Pinterest| www.pinterest.com/acorntotree/_created
- Youtube| www.youtube.com/channel/UC9wSTCFUK3bfhceN75VCQKg
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama podcast, chick the link, It’s a free Time Saving Checklist for Busy Moms available here: https://www.vintagemamas.com/free
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
God's perfect timing is a belief held by many people. We hold on to the idea that everything happens in its own divine timing, even during challenges such as infertility. We believe that there may be a higher plan or purpose at play, and that patience, trust, and faith can be important virtues during difficult times and that will give us the most deserved gift from God.
In this episode, Shannon Sundberg, an aromatherapist and reiki master shares her journey through infertility. She looks back at those moments as some of the most challenging and emotional times in her life. After years of trying to conceive without success, Shannon felt discouraged and overwhelmed. During her infertility journey, she started exploring alternative approaches to health and wellness, she came across aromatherapy, which is the use of essential oils extracted from plants for therapeutic purposes. Shannon began her aromatherapy journey by learning about different essential oils and their properties and how it helps our body.
After years of infertility struggles, in God’s perfect time, she finally conceived and carried her pregnancy to term. During her pregnancy, she used aromatherapy to support her physical and emotional well-being and from her personal experience, she also learned about the emotional connections between different body parts and our well-being.
Discover the power of aromatherapy and energy healing with Shannon, and embark on a journey of self-care and wellness!
Highlights & Resources:
- Shannon’s journey of infertility
- How she got into aromatherapy
- Shannon’s pregnancy journey
- How Shannon used aromatherapy during her pregnancy
- What other emotions are connected to different body part that affect us
- Shannon’s recommendation for vintage mamas
- On teaching others about aromatherapy
- Certain things we can be mindful of
- Shannon’s offer as an aromatherapist and Reiki Master
About Shannon Sundberg
Shannon Sundberg is an Aromatherapist, Reiki Master, & Energetic Specialist. She founded Soily and since 2013 Soily has transformed from a simple aromatherapy business into offering additional holistic and non-invasive services including Tuning Fork sessions, Reiki Energy Healing, Biocommunication Zyto scans, IonCleanse Detox foot baths, PEMF sessions, and Mindset Mentoring. Soily offers options to support our bodies in gentle yet productive ways. Focusing on peeling back the layers to find the root cause. Guiding you to reach for and get your optimal wellness and mindset.
Connect with Michele:
- Website | shannonsundbergcoach.com
- Instagram | @soilyaromatherapy
- Facebook | www.facebook.com/SOilyaromatherapy
- Tiktok | @shannonhopedealer
- Pinterest | www.pinterest.com/soilyaromatherapy
- Linked In | shannon sundberg soily aromatics and energetics
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama podcast, chick the link, It’s a free Time Saving Checklist for Busy Moms available here: https://www.vintagemamas.com/free
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
They say unplanned things always work the best. That also applies to motherhood. When you least expect it, a miracle will find its way to reach you no matter what age you are.
In this episode, Michele Savage shares her story of being a Vintage Mama, which involves raising children in a style that is reminiscent of a bygone era, her struggle with alcoholism, and her path to recovery. She also shares her journey as an entrepreneur, how she grew her business and the challenges she faced while building it that led to the successes she achieved. Michele also shares where she drew strength during difficult times and how these strengths have helped her to overcome obstacles and stay motivated.
Embrace the unexpected and stay motivated in your journey by drawing strength from your experience!
Highlights & Resources:
- Michelle's journey of being a vintage mama
- Recovery from alcoholism
- Her entrepreneurial journey
- Where does Michelle's strength come from
- How she started her facebook group
- Michelle’s advice to vintage mamas
Join Michele’s fearless mama’s facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/fearlessmamas2023
Connect with Michele:
- Instagram | @mrsmichelesavage
- Facebook | www.facebook.com/michele.brown
- Tiktok | tiktok.com/@mrssavage
- Linktree | linktr.ee/michelesavage
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama podcast, chick the link, It’s a free Time Saving Checklist for Busy Moms available here: https://www.vintagemamas.com/free
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
There are times in our life when we feel uncomfortable doing the right thing because we fear judgment. But always remember to do the right thing even if it means losing or being uncomfortable as a result of your decision.
In this episode, I shared the backstory of how I came up with the title of this episode and my beautiful memories with my grandparents. I also shared our experience in visiting my daughter’s grandmother and I meditate using the scripture when Paul says “never get tired of and weary of doing what is good, doing what is right.”. In our week-long visit with my in law I saw how children can see and understand our actions as an adult.
With this story, we see the power of owning up to our mistakes and asking for forgiveness. It will also remind us that conflicts and misunderstandings are bound to happen, but it's important to handle them with grace and humility. Admitting our faults and asking for forgiveness can be difficult, but it can also lead to healing and growth. By doing the right thing, even when it's hard, we can set an example for those around us and make a positive impact on their lives.
When faced with difficult decisions, choose to do what is right. Come and join us with this wonderful episode!
Highlights & Resources:
- The backstory of how I came up with the title
- My memories of spending time with my grandmother and grandfather
- Our visit with my daughter to see her Nana
- How I meditate on a scripture that encourages not getting tired of doing good.
- How children can see and understand when parents are trying to do the right thing.
- The struggle of doing the right thing
- My gratitude for Jesus as my savior.
- How to have courage and continue doing the right thing, even when it's difficult.
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama podcast, chick the link, It’s a FREE Time Saving Checklist for Busy Moms available here: https://www.vintagemamas.com/free
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
We always believe that our plans may not always work out because there may be a greater purpose in store for us. In some cases, that purpose may be motherhood, even if it happens later in life.
In this episode, I was a guest in the Acorn to Tree podcast, I gave advice and tips for women who are considering having a child later in life and what are the challenges I have experienced being an older mom. I also shared the amazing things that I appreciate when I become an older mom like the wisdom and life experience that I bring to parenting. I also discussed that there are things that I do differently now that I'm a mom.
Join me and Patrice Badami in these wonderful and insightful episode!
Highlights & Resources:
- What I tell women who are considering having a child or considering adopting a child later in life
- Challenges I have experienced being an older mom
- Amazing things that I appreciate being an older mom
- Things I do differently now that I’m a mom
- Suggestions that I have for negative people being unsupportive to older moms
- What is coming up in my vintage mama journey
Follow Patrice Badami:
- Website | acorntotree.com
- Facebook Page | www.facebook.com/Acorntotree
- Instagram| www.instagram.com/acorntotree
- Twitter| twitter.com/acorntotree
- Pinterest| www.pinterest.com/acorntotree/_created
- Youtube| www.youtube.com/channel/UC9wSTCFUK3bfhceN75VCQKg
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama podcast, chick the link, It’s a free Time Saving Checklist for Busy Moms available here: https://www.vintagemamas.com/free
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Have you ever established a goal for yourself and failed to meet it? When it already feels like a never-ending loop, and you're still not seeing any results or changes.
In this episode, I discuss my experience with the book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, how the book came into me and my husband’s possession through a friend, and how reading it prompted me to consider the importance of changing my mindset to maintain consistency. I reflect on the idea that sometimes God offers us gifts, and it is up to us to decide whether or not to accept them, and how even small changes in our habits can significantly impact our lives. I also shared my journey in making these tiny habits that have modified my routine and ultimately brought me closer to achieving my goals.
The message conveyed by reading this book is that by making consistent, intentional efforts towards our goals, we can achieve them with time and patience, and that the journey towards them may only sometimes be smooth. Still, with motivation and perseverance, the goals will eventually take care of themselves.
Be motivated, inspired, and encouraged through this episode. Join us!
Highlights & Resources:
- The story of how we got and started reading the book, Atomic Habits
- Mind shift to keep the goal consistent
- The premise of the Atomic Habits book
- About God’s gifts and our free will
- Tiny changes that you can make in your daily routine
- The Atomic Habits of a person and the habit tracker
- My journey with making little changes
- How to follow a process
- God’s surprise
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Have you ever been enjoying something you set out to accomplish and then had a sudden change of heart? Then you realize you want to establish a life with a kid in your arms.
In this episode, Jessica Stipanovic, the creator and founder of live sessions for women writers, recounts her enjoyable aspirations in life before understanding that the next chapter of her life will entail children and family formation. Jessica has discussed how she maintains a solid link and gets along with her child. She shares that being part of a mom group can be beneficial to you as a mother because it allows you to connect with others who are in similar situations and provides support.
She has faced many challenges along the way but has ultimately prevailed her way back to the road of publishing, helping other women who love to write and inspire other vintage mama’s like her.
Find out more and be inspired by Jessica’s journey!
Highlights & Resources:
- Jessica’s goals in life
- Her journey as a vintage mama
- How she gets along with her child despite the different time periods they grow up.
- Interacting with Other Moms and how they prepare for their kids
- About the live sessions for women writers and how she started to write her first book
- Three golden things Jessica shared as a Vintage mama
Connect with Jessica Stipanovic:
- Website | www.jessicastipanovic.com
- Facebook Page | www.facebook.com/liveonlinewritingsessions
- Instagram| @jessicastipanovic
- Email | jessicastipanovic@gmail.com
About Jessica Stipanovic:
Jessica is a writer and the creator of live online writing sessions for women writers. With more than 150 articles published, she has worked as a journalist and a freelance writer for 15+ years for publications including The Floridian Magazine, Gage Publishing, and Bliss Magazine. She graduated from the University of South Florida and has a BA in psychology and has studied language at the University of Madrid in Spain.
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Life doesn’t always go as planned. Sometimes things such as pregnancy can come as a blessing late in our lives.
In this episode, Patrice Badami, founder of Acorn to Tree website, a Teacher and a vintage mama has shared her life experiences as a vintage mama, her struggles throughout her pregnancy, and how she overcame those struggles. She also gave some of her tips on how to handle tantrums and behavioral changes in children. We also talk about her life’s inspiring moments, interactions, and how she handles her children as they grow. Patrice also gave the top three takeaways that an older mom could get as a guide with their beautiful journey. She has also stated her life journey as to how she came up with a whole business and became an entrepreneur.
Find out more and be inspired by Patrice’s journey!
Highlights & Resources:
- Early intervention
- How she came up with her business and become an entrepreneur
- Mother and child interaction
- Self care for older moms
- Behavior management from an early age
- How to handle tantrums
Connect with Patrice Badami:
- Website | acorntotree.com
- Facebook Page | www.facebook.com/Acorntotree
- Instagram| www.instagram.com/acorntotree
- Twitter| twitter.com/acorntotree
- Pinterest| www.pinterest.com/acorntotree/_created
- Youtube| www.youtube.com/channel/UC9wSTCFUK3bfhceN75VCQKg
About Patrice Badami:
Patrice Badami has a Masters in Elementary Education and Special Education. She has advocated for families of special needs children as well as for her own children with special needs. Acorn to Tree Learn and Grow was created to help all children and their families have access to free educational and recreational resources.
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If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Have you ever felt like everyone is moving forward except you and thinking, “when is it going to be my turn”?
In this episode, I was a guest in Crazy Blessed Worship. I had to share the reason behind my song Big Reveal and my experiences before I got a record deal. Big reveal is proof of my hardships and faith that I can live my dream. Everyone has their own pace, some may be fast, and some may be slow; however, what is important is that you are taking steps to get closer to your goals.
Your tables will soon turn for you. God has perfect timing; remember that. Listen now!
Watch it on Crazy Blessed Worship YouTube here
Highlights & Resources:
- Starting the Vintage Mama podcast
- A threatening life experience in my mid 20’s
- The story behind my song Big Reveal
- A verse I want to share
- Best self-journal
Follow Crazy Blessed Worship:
- Website | https://koliedee.com/
- Facebook Page | www.facebook.com/KolieDee/
- Facebook Group | www.facebook.com/groups/crazyblessedworship/
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
God gave us an amazing body that can heal quickly if we take care of it carefully.
In this episode, I will share my top things to cure a common cold holistically. I’m a big believer in preventive medicine. We all hate getting colds because they slow us down, keeping us from making life fun and annoying.
I am only talking from my personal experience, and this is me talking to you vintage mama’s as a friend.
Highlights & Resources:
- My daughter developed sniffles
- How to keep your baby healthy: my personal experience
- My favorite supplement
- Top things you need to do to cure a common cold
- The neti pot is the secret
- Get out and move
- Sleep and rest
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Have you ever felt that everything you do is not making any sense? Even though you envision and love it?
In this episode, I will share the three things my Uncle Mel shared when I was at the point where everything I do is not making any sense anymore. Three things that will help you have a successful work and happy life. And will help you decide what your next move should be.
These three things are for everyone, whether you are a career woman or a vintage mama! Listen now!
Highlights & Resources:
- Advice from Uncle Mel
- My realization after doing a cool gig
- Three things you need to ask yourself
- A letter from my mother
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Have you ever felt like everything’s hopeless and your last resort is giving up? We will talk about that today!
In this episode, I will share my story of when I felt like everything is out of control and that I was planning to shut down this podcast (can you imagine that?) But there’s still hope through the darkness. With just one email, everything changes!
Listen now and hear the whole story.
Highlights:
- Story Time
- Winning people over
- Planning to shut down this Podcast
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group.
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated to women who had their first child at age 35 or older.
I want to create a community of women where mothers feel supported, and encouraged. Where they can learn and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama.”
I am Coco O'Connor, and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama." I became a first-time mom at age 40, and now I help moms 35+ regain control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed, and we are to be celebrated!
What’s your most valuable resource that you can offer to other people and to yourself?
In this episode, let us learn how to value our time and how to use it wisely. Time is the only thing that we can’t get back once it is gone. You can’t learn much without having enough time. You can’t be with someone else if you are running out of time. You can’t focus on one thing if you keep wasting your time.
There are two things that I will share today that will keep you from wasting time. I also share a bonus tip for you!
Don’t waste time. Listen now!
Highlights & Resources:
- How I got involved with a coach and learned to value time
- Laundry saving tips
- Journaling as a way to get the result you want
- Sit and do nothing
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
When we are in our dark days it’s so hard to grope a light. We choose to suffer in silence. But what we really need in times of despair is a companion. Someone who will lend an ear, who will listen without judgment.
In this episode, I am joined by Barb Higgins, an ordinary woman with extraordinary experiences. She will share her extraordinary experience of having a baby at the age of 57. How she changed a lot after her daughter died because of brain tumor.
Additionally, Barb shares how she got through the judgment of having a baby at 57. Join us and let’s explore the extraordinary world of Barb Higgins.
Highlights & Resources:
- Barb’s amazing and horrifying vintage mama story
- How Barb’s had her miracle baby at 57
- Why we need to share our struggles with others
- What is ‘A THOUSAND TINY STEPS’ podcast about
- How Barb get through the stigma attached with having a baby at 57
- How Barb deal with her daughter when she finally decided to get pregnant again
- Barb’s advice for all the vintage mama
About Barb Higgins
Barb Higgins is a public-school teacher, charter school teacher, cross-country and track and field coach, personal trainer, camp director, event manager and race timer.
Born into a middle-class family in Concord, NH 1963. She spent her childhood in NH graduating from Concord High School in 1981. Then went to Boston University for Undergraduate and Graduate School majoring in Elementary, Special, and Physical Education.
Married in 2000, then had Gracie in 2001 and Molly in 2003 but lost Molly in 2016 that left her in a deep and dark place. She then gave birth to Jack at the age of 57, which brought her a blog and a podcast - the first steps in making sense of her life and using it to help others.
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Sometimes we think that we don’t have the skills or value to stand out. Like what you have is what others have too and they are already a master of it. But, superheroes are not the only ones with hidden skills. You too have a secret ability to master and utilize, which can make you more employable than you think.
Today's episode is about your life skills, and how you can use them to either create a side hustle, or generate some full time income. I will be sharing three things you can do to discover your hidden skills. Don’t doubt yourself! You have so much to offer, you just need to work on it.
Join me, and I will show you how!
Highlights & Resources:
- From corporate to freelancing
- Things to discover your life skills
- My first job to buy the things I want
- Questions you need to answer in your career
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Being a mother is the most wonderful thing every woman wants to experience in their lifetime. But having kids as a vintage mom comes with challenges and hardships.
First time in this series, I will be accompanied by a guest speaker, Dr. Lakisha, a Traditional Naturopath, Clinical Herbalist, and a Vintage Mama of 9 children.
In this episode, Dr. Lakisha shares her bittersweet motherhood journey and how she survived being a mother of terminally ill kids. She also shared the important things in motherhood; Faith, hope, and the most important of them is LOVE.
Highlights & Resources:
- Dr. Lakisha’s parenting journey
- Working on your inner healing
- The root cause of dysfunction
- The ups and downs of parenting
- Gentle Parenting
About Dr. Lakish
Dr. Lakisha is a Traditional Naturopath and registered clinical herbalist through the American Herbalist Guild. Her core competencies include utilizing herbs as the basis of nutrition to combat the symptoms of chronic, degenerative, and terminal illnesses. She actively works to ensure all people have the right to choose medical options:
Traditional, alternative, or otherwise, that support their health and healing journey.
Follow Dr. Lakisha
- Website: www.drlakisha.com
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drlakisha
- Facebook: www.instagram.com/drlakisha
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group.
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated to women who had their first child at age 35 or older.
I want to create a community of women where mothers feel supported, and encouraged. Where they can learn and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama.”
I am Coco O'Connor, and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama." I became a first-time mom at age 40, and now I help moms 35+ regain control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed, and we are to be celebrated!
Nature has different seasons and every season has its own characteristics. Just like in our lives, we also go through seasons of change and growth. When time comes for us to leave one season to begin a new one, it can cause us to fear the unknown. But this time of change brings us maturity and fruitfulness.
In this episode, I will share three things you need to do when preparing for a new season. You must understand that preparation is necessary in every stage in our life and even in work and in business.
Listen to this episode to help you prepare for a new season!
Highlights & Resources:
- Quinn’s preparation for the Christmas play
- Recognize the season you’re in
- Reflect on what you want to get out of your current season
- The power of praying and leaning to it.
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
We all know how the cycle of life works but it still hurts to see our parents having a hard time doing something that they once easily did. Imagine the anxiety they feel when they realize this. But hard as it is, they need to deal with it. Our parents have been our guide and support system growing up and even into our early adulthood. Now it is our turn to support them.
To deal with aging parents, I will be talking about the 10 things you should have in place. Looking after our aging parents is something we just have to deal with and nobody ever really prepares us for this. But I want to encourage and prepare us because our parents have looked after us all our lives.
Take note of the tips that I will share so we can enjoy our parents while they’re still here!
Highlights & Resources:
- Our visit to my mother in law
- Advice I gave to my husband
- Reach out for support
- 10 Things you should have in place for your aging parents
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
It’s so easy to make friends when we are just kids. But as we get older, we get more set in our goals - maintaining friendships or even meeting new ones become harder.
Today, I will share with you how I reconnect with a long-time friend. This friend of mine helps me in so many ways. She becomes my safe space, whom I can talk to, be honest with, and without any judgment. Friendships can be tricky these days. So, having strong and meaningful friendships are very important. Because you can always pick up where you left off.
Other than having a deep connection with a friend, you also need to have a deeper connection with your heart. As you learn to connect with your heart it will do good for you.
Listen in and reflect how powerful true connection is.
Highlights & Resources:
- Why it’s so important to have deep friendships
- Reconnecting with old and new friends
- Don't be afraid to dress up for a special occasion
- Connecting to your heart
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
In the early stages of motherhood, you’ll face certain inevitable truths. One of them is that you will no longer sleep for eight uninterrupted hours!
A mom’s life is jam-packed with obligations, responsibilities, and endless tasks to do. It can be draining! As a result, many moms feel depleted of energy. They constantly feel as though they have no more energy left in them. It’s something that so many moms deal with every day. But it doesn’t have to be this way
It’s good for moms to know what to do when they need to recharge and replenish their energy. While everyone will find that different things give them that added boost to get through the day, I will be sharing my plate of knowledge on how I managed to overcome those hurdles.
It is important to take care of yourself to ensure you have the necessary energy for your everyday life as a mom. So, stay with us and discover how you can get more energy as a mom and feel amazing again!
Highlights & Resources:
- Harvey Karp - The Happiest Baby on the Block
- Best Self Journal – Best self co.
- Tips to get your energy back
- Awareness
- Mindfulness Routine
- Tips to make your sleep better
- Time Management
- Be wary about what you eat!
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!
Having a kid later in life is no small feat. It could instill fear in a woman and affect her physically, emotionally, and mentally. It could also be one of the most beautiful times in a woman’s life! Geriatric pregnancies require a more focused community in which to learn, grow, connect, and receive support as women embark on this wonderful journey of parenting.
This is the very reason I created this community and podcast for women like me who got pregnant at a glorious age. I am Coco O’Connor, a mother and a career woman. I grew up in a family where I don’t see my father very often and at the age of 10, my parents got divorced. I met my husband at an early age, and lost my mom quite early as well. These experiences gave me the idea that maybe marriage and having children is not for me. But God has other plans.
In this very first episode of the Vintage Mama Podcast, I will share my vision to become part of your vintage journey of parenting. Today, I will talk about my why’s, the goals and vision for Vintage Mama Podcast. I’ll talk about our delight when our daughter Quinn came into our lives. I’ll also share that no matter how “late”, dreams still can come true.
If you are in a life changing moment of pregnancy and parenthood later in life, I am here with you!
Highlights & Resources:
- Welcome to the Vintage Mama Podcast
- Growing up in a broken family
- How I met my husband and got married
- Our journey from Hawaii to Los Angeles
- My mom’s last Christmas with me
- My why’s and the vision of starting this community for vintage mamas
- We are not the same, we have different situations compared to younger mamas
- Things I want you to have and learn from this community of vintage mamas
- My daughter Quinn inspires me to focus on songwriting
- Before you become a mother, you have career first
- Vintage Mama Podcast’s main goal
If you are interested in digging a little deeper into the vintage mama community, join our FREE Facebook group at vintagemamas.com/group
Vintage Mama Podcast is dedicated specifically for women who had their first child at age 35 or older. I want to create a community of women for women, where mothers feel supported and encouraged. Where they can learn, and grow on this wonderful journey of parenting as “vintage mama”.
I am Coco O'Connor and I’m what I like to call a "Vintage Mama". I became a first time mom at age 40 and now I help moms 35+ take back control of their time, money, and life. This podcast aims to provide encouragement & help solve some of our pain points.
We Vintage Mamas are a special breed and we are to be celebrated!