Geriatric Mamas

In this episode, we share our girls' night experience shopping at a Portland, Maine metaphysical shop with dinner nearby before diving in to Sonia's journey of applying and interviewing for a career she's passionate about. We emphasize tailoring resumes, preparing for interviews, and the challenges moms face in the hiring processes. We discuss company culture, biases around family in the workplace...

In this episode with Dr. Stephanie Thrower, we discuss the unique challenges and advantages of becoming a parent later in life, the impact of parenting books on our philosophies, and the myths surrounding career changes while expanding a family. We explore the emotional and practical aspects of balancing work and motherhood, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and the need for supportive...

In this episode we share the chronicles of Sonia’s recent flu experience, try out our new microphones, and describe Jessica’s new sweater before getting into our chat about the concept of ‘Hygge’, a Scandinavian lifestyle emphasizing coziness and contentment; with and emphasis on hygge for mamas! We talk about balancing hormones with some of our favorite hygge activities, creating a cozy home atmo...

In this episode we talk with expert guest, Angela Lamsback about the It Ends With Us celebrity drama, motherhood, the importance of fitness and nutrition for mamas, especially those who are of… ‘geriatric’ status! We share our personal experiences and insights on recovery after childbirth and Angela shares practical advice for integrating fitness into a busy lifestyle. Angela who is a personal tra...

In this episode we talk about our experiences at a magical emporium in Portsmouth, NH, insights from our palm readings with Jezmina Von Thiele, the hilarious moments from our New Year’s nail salon visit, ghost stories from Jessica's childhood home, and we take a very deep dive into the topic of midlife crises. We discuss the signs of a midlife crisis and how to navigate this sometimes challenging...

On this episode we’re talking about setting and manifesting goals for the new year, as well as practical strategies like vision boards and affirmations with a special side-note on manifesting fertility! We delve into overcoming negative self-talk, establishing morning routines, and the power of visualization in achieving success. Additionally, we share insights on parenting, emotional intelligence...

On this episode we’re talking about family photos, sub-zero life in Maine and then we dive into multiple methods to cleanse oneself and one's space in preparation for the new year including cleansing scent, the practice of smudging aka smoke bathing, and the importance of self-care rituals. Our conversation also touches on the spiritual aspects of these practices and how we can help manifest posit...

On this ‘Geriatric’ Rewind episode, we discuss coping with infertility during the holidays, the story of Santa Claus for older children, a 2023 update on the tragic Tamika Thomas IVF Medication case, Potty training using the Oh Crap! Potty Training Book, instagram poll results on geriatric celebrity mamas being responsible for reminding us that we have biological clocks, why Paris Hilton decided t...

On this episode we’re talking about what you need to know if you’re trying to conceive or preparing for conception during the holidays, how to deal with unsolicited parenting advice, and then we’ll have a little Holiday De-Stress Meditation by WhatsUpMoms! Enjoy and please subscribe! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe & tell a friend! For a full list of resources mentioned on this episode,...

On this episode it’s first things first; we’re going to share Sonia’s eggnog cocktail recipe… and then we’re going to start with something that’s been on all of our minds this year, the pressure on moms to be the magic of Christmas! Next we’ll be sharing fun Holiday things to do on a budget, experience gifts for kids that don’t break the bank, the viral conversation around not making big fancy gif...

Happy Thanksgiving! On this episode we’re going to talk about what’s on the table and what’s off for holiday conversation starters in 2024, including infertility during the holidays and how to get through it. But first, what’s new and binge-able on the Hallmark Channel, and how we’re going to clear the clutter of toys before the Christmas presents start flowing in! Enjoy! Thanks for listening! Ple...

On this episode we’ll be discussing a viral facebook group post about a child who started to describe a possible past life to her Mom, top comments from Moms with a similar experience and then we'll be getting into the research, including a list of things your child might say to you if they’re trying to tell you about a past life; Enjoy! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe & tell a friend!...

On this episode we’ll be sharing Hayden’s new nickname for Sonia, Grammys excitement, shopping trips at Target with Santa HoHo-ing everywhere, toddlers using large trend words, Jess’s hunch about Hallmark movies for littles, all Libras needing balance (even the two year old ones), how we’re going to be handling election convos, and how science is proving that having girlfriends/ mom friends helps...

On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas talk about the app that their friends and family are using to track their kids, recap their very surprising pumpkin patch experience and then they lean in to Christmas with their rendition of the Hallmark Movie Countdown… mostly for the November 9th release about a pair of BFFs who seem to have a lot to accomplish this holiday season.  Also, it’s Fertility wee...

On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas share the events that took place during their road trip from Texas to Maine, including the challenges they faced during the journey and the unexpected adventures along the way. They discuss the realities of traveling with a toddler and the humorous but also terrifying moments that will forever be remembered. They reflect on late-night hotel horrors, discuss th...

On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas open the episode talking about Comedian Jenny Yang sharing a series of photos, holding the ever-popular letter board with her fertility failures and then they discuss the viral Bike Video by the Spain based sportswear brand Siroko which went viral because of parent’s growing concerns about giving children cell phones due to the risk of addiction and the loss o...

This episode Sonia and Jessica are bringing you the inspiring HOPEisode story of Lyndsay Kalista written in her own words for LiveHealthy. MUHealth.org . Lyndsay is a nurse and IBCLC Lactation Consultant at MU Health Care and a Mama who endured fertility issues, disappointment and devastating loss before finally being blessed with her miracle baby! Sonia and Jessica open the episode with some enco...

On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas open the episode by momsplaining the new parenting style that’s making its way into the spotlight, how to teach children important life lessons before they think you’re uncool, and then they dive into the viral Instagram post by @mamapsychologists about what millennial parents are teaching their children that they were NOT taught. It’s no secret that millennia...

On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas explore three postpartum challenges that many new mamas face while taking care of their newborns, with insights and encouraging thoughts from moms who have felt the same!  Sonia and Jessica also confront the major parenting elephant in the room, they’ve really been dragging their feet on this one; but they’re finally diving in to the new warning label that’s b...

On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas are joined by Victoria Fritz to discuss Selena Gomez’s recent conversation with Vanity Fair about her future journey to motherhood, Victoria’s path to surrogacy, the full surrogacy process, what to expect if you’re considering surrogacy, lactation induction, IVF in real life, Victoria’s new surrogacy app called BabyBumps™ and so much more on surrogacy life beh...

On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas discuss one of the growing struggles that many mamas are facing with the advances in fertility treatments. IVF has brought new hope to women who are struggling to conceive; and now, many are facing an unanticipated emotional dilemma: what to do with the extra embryos that they worked so hard to create. Sonia and Jessica present a question from a mama in a Face...

Sonia and Jessica share the fun mom Fall experience checklist to do with your littles and mom friends this season! The Mamas start with a chat about the unhinged Netflix series ‘Baby Fever’ and what makes it worth your watch! Next, they dive into Fall; the ten best Fall things to do with your little ones, friends and family this season! It’s the first week of September! So, if you start this list...

Join Sonia and Jessica for this ‘Geriatric’ Anniversary Special! You went to your doctor, you told them you wanted to have a baby over the age of thirty five… So, they ran a few tests… and then they called you some very offensive names. You thought to yourself… ‘who are they calling geriatric?!’ And then you found the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas podcast and laughed and cried through an entire year’s worth o...

Join Sonia and Jessica for a very fun ‘Geriatric’ Rewind episode!  If you think you’ve already heard all the crazy pregnancy myths… have you really? There are so many good ones in the episode from way back called: Crazy Pregnancy Myths Mostly Debunked! From predicting your baby’s gender to hairy orange babies… and karmic revenge styes! If you have any crazy myths to add to the list, please send th...

Join Sonia and Jessica for this ‘Geriatric’ Anniversary HOPEisode! The Mamas share an inspiring fertility journey written for CBS News by Nikki Battiste, a CBS News National Correspondent and a Mama who, after having her first child, endured fertility issues, disappointment and devastating loss before finally being blessed with her second miracle baby. Sonia and Jessica open the episode with some...