A Mama Seeking Mamas: Recent Episodes
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In this episode of "A Mama Seeking Mamas", Taylor talks with her friend and co-worker Emily Gerardy about what her experience with adoption was like. It's a must listen if you want to adopt or if you don't - it still gives great insight into the process. So, tune in friends!
After a long break episode 10 of season 2 has arrived! Taylor talks with Kate Thornton, MSW all about setting goals and "intentions" for the new year. Enjoy!!
Info on Kate:
facebook
instagram
Book talked about in the episode:
"Atomic Habits"
In episode 9 of "A Mama Seeking Mamas" podcast, Taylor gives a few updates on how her budget is going, an upcoming holiday break, and some little Improv stories she will be sharing this holiday season!!
Follow the link and then click on "Mo' Money, Mo' Problems, Part1: A Budgeting Episode
The Budget Mom
The Daily Grace: Ep. 146 - Gratitude and Grumbling
1 Thessalonians 5:16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
In this episode of A Mama Seeking Mamas, Taylor interviews two "expert" moms (aka: moms that have 4 + kids and years of experience). She asks all sorts of questions she has been wondering, plus a few questions provided by other listeners! Enjoy!
Taylor talks to Jennie Kishbaugh, RN BSN LCCE CBC (lots of certifications!!) all about tips and tricks and encouragements for the postpartum period. If you want to follow or get in touch with her, check out the links below!
Website: hellojenniejune.com
Email: hellojenniejune@gmail.com
Instagram: hellojenniejune
In season 2, episode 6 of "A Mama Seeking Mamas" podcast, Taylor shares some of her thoughts on how we can support moms in our community and across the world.
Hope Community Project
Mission India
War International
Pregnancy Resource Center, GR
In this episode of "A Mama Seeking Mamas", Taylor interviews mother and ministry worker: Ally Cable. She talks about the challenges and joys of motherhood, learning to abide in God, and the preparations to move to Uganda for ministry work! You will be SO encouraged and inspired by this interview - be sure to tune in!
Follow Ally and her family on their adventure:
Instragram: joyful_bydesign
Facebook: Ally Cable
Their Website: Wgm/Cable
In this episode of "A Mama Seeking Mamas", Taylor interviews Kelly Hover: wife, mother, realtor, former business owner, and encourager of women! Find encouragement and connection as you listen to Kelly talk about the challenges and joys of motherhood at different seasons and why it is her passion to encourage women to be who God made them to be.
Connect with Kelly:
Instagram
Email
In episode 3 of this season, Taylor talks about her personal budget, recommended resources, and some encouragement for moms who want to use a budget. This is part 1, stay tuned for part 2 (it will release a few months after part 1!)
RESOURCES:
The Budget MOM
Website
Instagram
Dave Ramsey
Website
EveryDollar Budget Tool
Happy Saving!
Episode 2 is another episode for the " A Mom in Real Life" series. Taylor interviews, Tiffany Bangma, she works full-time in IT and still finds time to take her kids on adventures and to invest in her community and church. Listen in to be encouraged by her story!
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In the first episode of season 2, Taylor talks with her husband, Joel, about what this first year of parenthood has been like. They both have tips and encouragement, so be sure to tune in!
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In episode 17 of "A Mama Seeking Mamas" Podcast, Taylor digs deeper into the idea of "being kind to ourselves" and shares encouragement on how to do just that.
Info from last week's episode:
Follow her on Instgram:@kate.e.thornton
Books referenced in the interview:
"Soundtracks" by Jon Acuff
"Intuitive Eating" by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch
Link to message: "Who God Says We Are"
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In episode 16 of "A Mama Seeking Mamas", Taylor interviews medical social worker: Kate Thornton, who works in weight management and has a passion to help people create healthy relationships with food and their bodies.
Follow her on Instgram:@kate.e.thornton
Books referenced in interview:
"Soundtracks" by Jon Acuff
"Intuitive Eating" by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch
In episode 15 of "A Mama Seeking Mamas", Taylor interviews Andrea Braden! She is a busy wife (her husbands job is VERY unique and requires A LOT of flexibility) and mom of 1 and 1 on the way. She also stays busy working for: The Workspace for Children - tune in to hear her story!
In episode 14 of "A Mama Seeking Mamas ", Taylor talks about saying "sorry" too much and about the sacrifices that we sometimes make for our children.
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In Episode 13 of "A Mama Seeking Mamas" Taylor talks about baby and toddler sleep with mama and pediatric sleep consultant, Beth Mattson. She gives us some tips and some insight into kid's sleep and the challenges we sometimes face. PLUS- she answers some audience questions!
Click links below to get in contact with Beth!!
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In episode 12 of "A Mama Seeking Mamas" Taylor talks with health and productivity coach: Brooke Lockett. They discuss the top tips that mamas and women can use to stay productive in life!
Brooke's info (click on the links below to connect with Brooke's content!!)
Instagram
Website
Podcast: Solidarity Sister (apple/spotify)
In episode 11 of "A Mama Seeking Mamas" Podcast, Taylor shares her favorite girl scout song and talks about how friendships change and grow in motherhood.
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Episode 10 of the podcast and first episode in the "A Mom in Real Life" series. Taylor interviews Sam Lawrence, who has been a stay at home mama for the last 10 years. She has 4 kids and tells us all about the ups and downs of being a stay at home mom!
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Quick intro to the upcoming series! Plus Taylor makes a comment on the new music for the podcast :)
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This is episode 9 of the podcast and Taylor chats with Megan Jones (Health Coach and Stay at Home Mama) all about how to stay fit and healthy in mamahood.
Meg Jones Instagram Page
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Episode 8 of A Mama Seeking Mamas Podcast - Taylor talks about how she has organized her life by scheduling her kiddo and talks about the general benefits and downsides of living a "scheduled" life.
Babywise Book
Taking Cara Babies
Routines Article
Website/Forum
QUESTIONS FOR YOU:
-Do you put your baby(ies) on a schedule?
-Do you have your older kids (toddlers/school age) on a schedule?
-What are the biggest challenges you have faced with using a schedule, biggest benefits?
-Are you type A and do you have a control problem...CAUSE I SURE DO AND I’M A WORK IN PROGRESS.
The seventh episode of A Mama Seeking Mamas Podcast. Today Taylor discusses postpartum anxiety, her experience with it, and some encouragement for women struggling with it. Check out resources below or on the website.
Postpartum Support International
Call 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD)
English & Spanish
Text in English: 800-944-4773
Text en Español: 971-203-7773
Leave a confidential message any time, and a trained and caring volunteer will return your call or text. Our volunteers return messages during business hours. They will listen, answer questions, offer encouragement and connect you with local resources as needed.
Women's Health
One stop shop for resources related to Anxiety Disorders (and any other mental health issues you or a loved one may be struggling through)
For more go to:
The Resource Page
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Email Taylor with any questions or comments:
amamaseekingmamas@gmail.com
Check out the forum:
https://amamaseekingmamas.wixsite.com/website/forum
In the 6th Episode of A Mama Seeking Mamas Podcast, Taylor discusses postpartum depression, her experience with it, and encouragements to carry on to other mothers. Check out some of the resources below :
Postpartum Support International
Call 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD)
English & Spanish
Text in English: 800-944-4773
Text en Español: 971-203-7773
Leave a confidential message any time, and a trained and caring volunteer will return your call or text. Our volunteers return messages during business hours. They will listen, answer questions, offer encouragement and connect you with local resources as needed.
For more go to:
The Resource Page
Follow along on instagram:
seekingmamaspodcast
Email Taylor with any questions or comments:
amamaseekingmamas@gmail.com
Check out the forum:
https://amamaseekingmamas.wixsite.com/website/forum
In Episode 5 of A Mama Seeking Mamas Podcast Taylor interviews her mom and discusses what the journey into motherhood was like for her and how it has been watching her own daughter become a mama.
Questions posed in this weeks episode:
-Can you tell us about your journey into motherhood?
-What would you say is the most difficult part of being a mama?
-What would you say is the best part of being a mama?
-How has it been watching your daughter become a mother?
-What encouragement do you have for moms or those wanting to be a mom?
-Best way to celebrate mother’s day?Follow along on the:
Instagram page
Check out the website:
Forum
4th episode of "A Mama Seeking Mamas" podcast.
Taylor discusses the social media and motherhood.
Questions posed in the episode:
Benefits of social media?
Downsides of social media?
Follow along on Instagram
seekingmamaspodcast
Join in the conversation on the forum
Email Taylor with any questions or comments:
amamaseekingmamas@gmail.com
Episode 3 of "A Mama Seeking Mamas" podcast.
Taylor discusses the body image and motherhood.
Questions from the episode:
- What was your experience like?
- How have you seen your body change with each kid/consecutive pregnancies?
- What is something that you love about your body?
- Have you peed your pants while sneezing, because I have…?
Risen Motherhood Podcast, Episode 3: Postpartum Image & Motherhood
Follow along on Instagram
seekingmamaspodcast
Join in the conversation on the forum
Email Taylor with any questions or comments:
amamaseekingmamas@gmail.com
Second episode of "A Mama Seeking Mamas" podcast.
Taylor discusses the "transition into motherhood", the difficulties, the joys, and the reasons we need each other to get through the transition and thrive in motherhood.
Follow along on Instagram
seekingmamaspodcast
Join in the conversation on the forum
Email Taylor with any questions or comments:
amamaseekingmamas@gmail.com
Introductory episode for "A Mama Seeking Mamas" podcast. Get to know your host and get a glimpse into what this podcast is all about.
Follow along and connect on our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/seekingmamaspodcast/
Check out our website and forum:
amamaseekingmamas.wixsite.com/website/forum
Send any questions or comments to:
amamaseekingmamas@gmail.com