Mommy Escape Time: Recent Episodes
Lauren and her Guests
A podcast to connect mothers during their free time. We all have busy lives and now throw a kid into the mix and it can be overwhelming. Trying to meet your friends and talk to them with your child/children interrupting doesn't feel relaxing or like you are connecting with other mothers. Mommy Escape Time is hosted by Lauren and her guests talking about their journey through motherhood. We are not experts, but share our experiences and yours on how we get through motherhood.
Lauren talks about her son sleeping so much and how many parents would not be as concerned! There are some other topics Lauren discusses too.
Lauren talks about some changes she is trying out in 2021 to see if she can improve herself and a few other topics.
Lauren talks about how Christmas went with her 2 year old and how it's ok to not come up with anything positive for 2020 - it's over, so let's forget it!
In the show I mention these two things:
The 40 Day Sugar Fast
Porter Containers
Lauren talks about 5 quick topics today including how she had her child go to daycare one day when she had a day off from work. Progress!
Lauren has 5 quick topics to talk about, including how to try and get along with people post-election.
Lauren talks about 5 short topics, including how to decide what is the appropriate fashion to wear.
Lauren takes 5 topics to talk about. The main segment is about how to have 5 things to to help you have a productive day during this roller coaster year.
Lauren talks about the process of her son getting sent home from daycare and how the school year has effected her mindset.
Lauren gives some suggestions to parents as their students return to school which may include virtual learning. Lauren has taught for 12 years all grade levels and tries to give a few ideas to parents on how to navigate while they work and their children try school this year.
Lauren talks about how she is planning for an organized school life as we have uncertain school schedules.
Lauren talks about how hard it has been to plan during this pandemic. There are some things Lauren has started to do and most of them relate to waiting until 2021.
Lauren talks about what movies she has enjoyed watching with her son. Also, Lauren just discovered Common Sense Media. Check it out.
Lauren talks about what she does when it is too hot to go outside with her child - as roaming stores during a pandemic is not a good idea!
Lauren talks about how hard it is to follow through on promises to yourself when you are a mother.
Lauren talks about summer plans and hopes that she has for the summer. Also, a reminder to follow these great women!
@miabliss
@jackie.bob.pearson
@roundthewaymom
Lauren has completed almost 9 weeks of quarantine. She tries to talk about some stuff that she has been enjoying the past week.
Lauren talks about the past two weeks and what a struggle it has been. Although she tries to stay positive, it has been a hard two weeks.
Lauren has a fun game with the listeners. Lauren recorded her toddler talking and you have to guess the words! And at the end an update to quarantine life - week 6 is completed.
Lauren talks about how she is gaining independence from her son, while being at home during the quarantine.
Lauren talks about what life has been like these past few weeks. Also, Lauren reminds you if you want to plan a Disney trip, please use a FREE travel agent Krystin Turner. You can email her anytime to set up a vacation. You decide how much planning you need from Krystin and it is important to have one point of contact!
Krystin on Social Media
Lauren talks about her teaching history and a little about what is like to be a teacher.
Lauren does quick clips of the weekend that she has been home because most of the state has shut down for Corona-19. It quick and random.
Lauren talks about how she gives back and the experience of giving blood and giving platelets. You can find your local Red Cross and donate too!
Lauren talks to guest Krystin about what it is like to work from home and be a wife and mother to four children. Krystin is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, agent for Dreams Unlimited Travel.
Krystin's Email
Follow Krystin
Lauren has guest Theresa on to talk about how Theresa potty trained her three kids. Although Theresa started at an earlier age with her kids, she advises that parents do what works for them. Theresa used the three day method and hear how it worked.
Lauren talks about how she did not complete the 40 Day Sugar Fast she has been promoting, how finding a church for her family is a struggle, but Lauren also talks about what she learned through the experience.
Lauren talks about the books that are a comfort to her that she re-reads over and over again.
Eligible by: Curtis Littenfeld
Harry Potter Series
12 Days of Christmas by: Debbie Macomber
Big Boned - Meg Cabot
The Undomestic Goddess - Sophie Kinsella
Sweet Valley Confidential - Francis Pascal
Lauren discusses the tv shows she enjoys, finds comfort in, and rewatches many times over.
This week Lauren talks about a bunch of topics that aren't big enough for a show, but all together do make a show.
Lauren talks about some things that as a child, she did not understand why her parents would make these rules. Now as a mom, Lauren gets why her parents did these things. Also, a quick update on the 40 Day Sugar Fast.
Lauren and her husband Brian talk about what they do with their son in the winter when they can't always go outside.
Lauren talks about how she is able to keep resolutions and so suggestions on how to make them basic and simple. Lauren also talks about the 40 Day Sugar Fast. It starts January 6. Links below:
Sign up for the 40 Day Sugar Fast
Order the 40 Day Sugar Fast Book
I'm friends with Wendy, but do not get anything but joy if you join the 40 Day Sugar Fast or buy the book.
Lauren and her husband Brian talk about how they reduced the number of gifts they give to people during Christmas to keep the holidays simple.
Lauren and her husband Brian talk about what they plan to do in the Christmas season this year with their son.
Lauren talks about a bunch of stuff including how expensive Christmas Trees are and about the 40 Day Sugar Fast starting in January. The info for the Fast is below.
40 Day Sugar Fast Book
Wendy Speake Website
Lauren and Kate continue their conversation on dining at Walt Disney World and which places were great for a three year old toddler and what places they might skip next time.
Lauren has guest Kate on to talk about her recent trip to Disney with her 3 year old daughter. The girls talk about the rides and some tips on what to do about Fastpasses when planning your Disney vacation.
Lauren talks about the fun Fall activities you can do in New England and how to enjoy fall without rushing to the Christmas decorations.
Lauren and Theresa talk about their surprises with discipline with their children and some of the people they follow that may be some help to the listeners. Below are who we talk about and books we talk about.
Wendy Speak
Monica Swanson
Janet Lansbury
How to Talk so Kids Will Listen & Listen so Kids Will Talk
How to Talk so Little Kids Will Listen: S Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages 2-7
Lauren talks about two ways that help her get through the tough days. Lauren talks about a book that she read, Memory Making Mom by Jessica Smartt that has helped her start traditions in her family also.
Lauren and Theresa talk about what they thought pregnancy and raising a child was going to be like and how after having kids, it was very different!
Taryn talks about what it was like to go back to school when her twins were under a year old and again now that they are 10 years old.
Listen to Lauren talk about her new goals for the school year. She reviews her work and personal goals and talks about No Shop September. Also the Mommy Shot Out goes to @victoriaakalina - she is an amazing example of not taking no for an answer! Go follow her!
Theresa talks about what it is like to move with kids. She has had easy moves and harder moves. Listen to us also reminisce about the first house before kids!
Lauren talks about what it was like to go back for a year of work after being on maternity leave. Lauren reveals her up and down feelings about putting her child in daycare.
New guest Stacy talks about what it was like to change careers after becoming a mom.
Her new company is First|Seven
Follow them on Instagram: @firstsevenconsulting
Contact Stacy at: Stacygatto@gmail.com
Taryn talks about what it was like to introduce a puppy into their family of 10 year old twins.
Lauren talks about how her life has been this past year with a broken leg, ankle and more, while raising a baby.
Lauren and Taryn talk about what they have done so far during the summer with their kids. As teachers they stay home with their kids in the summer, and even though the kids are about 9 years apart, both moms do similar stuff.
Listen to Lauren talk to Theresa about all types of travel with kids ranging from 5 weeks old through 6 years old. Theresa has always traveled and she has brought her husband and kids along for the journey. We laugh a lot and know that traveling is not perfect!
Lauren, and her guests Theres and Taryn talk about positive people they follow on social media to make their day brighter. To find a complete list and links to the people you hear about on the show go to our website!
Listen to Lauren and her husband Brian talk about what they learned and experienced their first year as parents.
Listen to Lauren and her four guests talk about what mommy survival time means to them and how they manage their time.
Lauren's husband Brian is the guest this week. They talk about what it was like for Brian when Lauren was pregnant and during the birth of their first child.
Listen to Lauren talk about how she has learned so much from the different mothers in her life during her first year of motherhood.
Listen to our special guest Payal this week talk about changing jobs after having kids and hear about how why she started Arora Wellness.
Payal's website: arorawellness.com
Follow Payal: @parora330
Lauren and Taryn talk about how to find the joy in sports even if you don't enjoy it to spend time with your family.
Lauren and Taryn talk about what is was like this winter with kids, how you plan differently, and how it can be a challenge to leave the house.
Listen to the second half of Kristen's story with colorectal cancer and how Kristen is spreading awareness and starting a whole new career to help support her family.
Here Kristen's story about Colorectal Cancer and what she went through this past year having a 6 year old and a 2.5 month old.
Taryn and I discuss the best items we got from our shower and some of our favorite parts of of shower.
Lauren and Taryn discuss how they successfully and unsuccessfully keep moderation in the holidays.
Lauren and Taryn talk about good ages to take kids to Disney and what it was like for Taryn to take her children to Disney at ages 5, 8, and 9.
Lauren and Taryn talk about how we feed our families. It can be hard at times, but we all get through it!
Lauren and Taryn talk about putting our kids in activities. Lauren had no idea how competitive swim lessons could be!
Lauren and guest Taryn talk about going back to work when their maternity leaves were up. We laugh, we cry, and we don't agree about going back to work!
Lauren, with guest dog-mom Sandi, talk about how Lauren fell and broke her leg and more. Lauren talks about her challenges of the process while raising an infant.
Lauren and her guest Becky talk about how they decide what they post on social media in regards to their children.
Lauren and her guest Becky talk about how they find free time in their schedule after having kids.
Lauren talks about the beginnings of Mommy Escape Time. Lauren could not find mommy groups around her and wanted to come up with a way to connect to other mothers. This podcast will discuss the beginnings of the podcast.