Garden State Mama's

Get ready for a captivating and thought-provoking episode as Kacie and Lisa dive into a fascinating array of topics in "Aliens, Healthcare, and Ocean Hot Tubs." In this episode, the Garden State Mamas tackle current news and explore their candid thoughts on climate change, the possibility of extraterrestrial life, and the complexities of healthcare in a capitalist society. The mamas enga...

Get ready for a fun and informative episode as Kacie and Lisa discuss the adventures of vacationing with kids. In this episode, the Garden State Mamas share their experiences and challenges of traveling with young children, including the overwhelming amount of stuff that needs to be packed and the occasional mom mistakes of forgetting important things. The mamas excitedly talk about their upcoming...

Get ready for an eye-opening and thought-provoking episode as the Garden State Mamas dive into the topic of Banned Books. In this episode, Kacie, Val, and Lisa discuss the history of book bans, how they have been prevalent for hundreds of years, and the impact they have on marginalized communities, particularly BiPoc and LGBTQ individuals. The mamas shed light on the top 10 books banned for the 20...

Get ready for a fun and insightful episode as the Garden State Mamas come together to discuss the beginning of summer and the challenges of keeping kids on a schedule. In this episode, Kacie, Val, and Lisa share their experiences and strategies for maintaining routines when they may not excel in that area themselves. The mamas explore the importance of giving independent children options rather th...

Get ready for an exciting and inspiring episode as the Garden State Mamas sit down with a special guest, Nikki, Val, and Lisa's cousin, who has embarked on a remarkable homesteading journey. Nikki has moved to North Carolina, where she now resides on 10 acres of land, living the Garden State Mama dream of having a large garden, raising chickens, rabbits, and even contemplating the possibility...

Get ready for an open and honest conversation as Kacie, Val, and Lisa come together to discuss the topic of postpartum bodies in this empowering episode. With summer approaching, the Garden State Mamas delve into the challenges and emotions that this time of year can bring for mothers who may feel uncomfortable in their own skin. They share their personal experiences and reflect on the importance...

Get ready for an engaging and forward-thinking episode as Val and Lisa dive into a discussion about raising Generation Alpha—the tech-savvy and globally connected generation. In this episode, the Garden State Mamas explore their hopes and aspirations for their children, touching on their roles as parents in shaping a well-rounded future for Generation Alpha. As the conversation unfolds, Val and Li...

Get ready for a heartfelt and inspiring Father's Day episode as the Garden State Mamas come together to celebrate the amazing fathers in their lives. In this special episode, Kacie, Val, and Lisa open up about their significant others, discussing their journey of breaking the cycle of the absent working dad and challenging traditional gender roles. They share how their partners are striving to...

Get ready for an inspiring and impactful episode as we sit down with Kaitlin Johnstone, the owner and founder of Kind Cotton, in an interview that will leave you motivated and enlightened. In this episode, the Garden State Mamas dive into meaningful discussions about children's literacy, spreading kindness, supporting the LGBTQ community, mental health, advocacy, and the shared goal of wanting...

Get ready for yet another entertaining and thought-provoking episode as the Garden State Mamas reunite for Part 3 of their catch-up series. In this installment, Kacie, Val, and Lisa dive into the world of books, shows, and timeless Disney debates while exploring the current political climate and the significance of upcoming events. The trio starts off by sharing their latest literary and on-screen...

Get ready for an engaging and thought-provoking episode as we dive into Part 2 of our catching up series titled "Catching Up, Uncovering Truths: ADHD, TikTok Musings, and the Search for Progressiveness." In this installment, Kacie, Val, and Lisa continue their candid conversations, exploring personal journeys and shedding light on important topics. Kacie shares her long overdue diagnosis...

Get ready for a green-thumb adventure in this garden update episode! Kacie is bursting with excitement as she shares her plans for another fruitful year in her garden. She dives into the joys of gardening, from nurturing seedlings to watching plants flourish, and offers tips and tricks for a successful gardening season. Meanwhile, Lisa finds herself facing some challenges in her garden. She shares...

In this inspiring and thought-provoking episode, Val, Lisa, and Kacie celebrate the powerful women who shaped them and the strength and independence they inherited from that lineage. The group shares personal stories about the women who profoundly impacted their personal and professional growth. They reflect on the lessons they learned, their values, and how these women continue to influence their...

Get ready for a heartwarming episode as Kacie and Lisa congratulate and welcome Val's new baby into her family. Kacie and Lisa join the celebration by reminiscing about their birth stories and sharing the ups and downs of hospital births with their very different experiences. As Mother's Day approaches, they also discuss their plans for the upcoming holiday and will be offering suggestions...

Kacie shares her recent trip to Mexico. She talks about the timeshare her husband bought at a swinger's resort that didn't bother her before the kids but felt very different this time around. How she was able to finally let go of her "mom-brain" and enjoy some much-needed relaxation before launching herself right back into chaos with a house remodel. Get ready for a heartfelt epi...

Get ready to laugh and learn in this special Easter episode! What started off as a casual catch-up between friends about their holiday adventures quickly turned into a lively discussion about the current political climate and the awkward situations it can create. From dealing with family members who have opposing political beliefs to finding the humor in frustrating situations, this episode is ful...

Ever ask a question online and immediately be made to feel like you don't know what you are talking about or spoken to condescendingly just because you are female? AI is going to change all that! Lisa and Kacie chat about ChatGPT and how it will change how women get the information they seek, especially in male-dominated industries where asking questions can be a hassle. We talk about travel,...

Ever just have one of those weeks? Yeah, Kacie and Lisa each had a week, in the same week. We chat about stomach viruses, the flu, and loss. But there's always light at the end of the week which just happened to be Saint Patrick's Day, Lisa's favorite day of the year. Sláinte! Don't forget to send us your questions to GardenStateMamas@gmail.com we are really looking forward to a Q&...

The Garden State Mamas interview Danielle Gould who is one AMAZING Mama who has been a consistent support for mothers following her for parenting, travel, recipes, you name it! She is as real as they come and so is her content. We love her for sharing her journey and have so enjoyed getting to know her. Check Danielle out @realmofvibes on Instagram and RealmofVibes.com

Val and Lisa talk about the lies of self-care, and how just the term girl's day adds more than the pink tax. What are we REALLY being sold and how much do we actually benefit? Also, some business dreams realized and just on the radar. Take a listen, and don't forget we want to do a Q&A episode with the mamas, so email us you questions to GardenStateMamas@gmail.com

We welcome the newest Garden State Mama! Val joins us from Central Pennsylvania but will always be a Jersey Girl. We get to know her in this introduction episode and, of course, go off on a few tangents.  Don't forget to send us any topic suggestions or questions for the mamas at GardenStateMamas@gmail.com You can also message us on the socials, GardenStateMamas on Facebook and Instagram

Follow along while we dip our toes into the subject of healthcare and how as women we feel we are being treated differently and again, how your race or even your last name can change the way you receive treatment. There are some surprising statistics here in the US about how dangerous pregnancy and giving birth can be in the United States, which I think for most might be surprising. Statistics sou...

We want to be transparent and inclusive in this podcast so yes we know we are 3 white, cis-gendered, heterosexual women. We are learning how to navigate teaching our children to be open, allies, and support others. Lisa battles with how to talk to her half-brown baby about what to expect from people in the future because he's Puerto Rican, Kacie uses her faith for morality but is not happy with wh...

Need some tips and tricks to start a garden, this episode is for you! Lisa explains how she got into gardening and built her micro-farm right on Main Street. We talk about failures because that always happens in the garden, Kacie learns being perfect does not equate to the garden and how she's letting the perfection go. We talk about worm poop and chickens and what plants we are most excited about...

Amy tells us about the boulders plan she learned from Jordan Page. Kacie is going to try really hard this year to get organized and Lisa fends off the urge to purchase yet another calendar or planner this year (she has more than enough). How do you stay organized? Send us your freezer pictures, we are desperate! gardenstatemamas@gmail.com