Geriatric Mamas

Join Sonia and Jessica for this exciting conversation about the possible near future of fertility treatments! The Mamas start with a discussion about Olympic Fencer, Nada Hafez, who competed at seven months pregnant, the French Pole Vaulter who didn’t quite make it over the pole, and how to know if you’re in ‘sexy menopause’ or not. Next, they dive into how researchers are hoping to extend a  woma...

Join Sonia and Jessica for this Geriatric Happy Hour filled with current motherhood news stories including an Olympic Village upgrade in Paris for athlete mamas and their babies! Speaking of the Olympics, are there any ‘Geriatric Mamas’ competing this year?! And finally, the Mamas weigh-in on a controversial ScaryMommy.com article about communal co-mothering relationship boundaries within friend a...

Join Sonia and Jessica for this real af chat about what parenting is like! The Mamas start with a discussion about the late night mama stories they’ve exchanged this week including Kylie Kelce setting the record straight on her non-pregnancy, pregnancy rumors and thirteen year old Aubreigh Wyatt’s tragic bullying story. Next, they open up about their personal parenting experiences and reveal what...

Join Sonia and Jessica for this Geriatric Coffee Convos filled with current motherhood news stories! They share their latest toddler mom stories of bathroom spray and ranch dressing mishaps, and weigh-in on a variety of topics including the docu-series trending on Netflix, “The Man With 1000 Kids,” a pregnant woman’s reaction to her sister sharing her baby’s incredibly odd name, and Gypsy Rose Bla...

Join Sonia and Jessica for this inspiring HOPEisode sent in by Kathee, a Mama who endured fertility issues, disappointment and devastating heartbreak before finally being blessed with her miracle babies. She also shares why she decided to wait before having children and her thoughtful advice for women who are still on their journey to motherhood. Sonia and Jessica open the episode with life update...

Join Sonia and Jessica for this Geriatric Happy Hour filled with the latest motherhood news stories! They share priceless parenting advice from grieving mom, Kallie Wright and warn parents with a recent life or death toddler mistake that happened to someone in Sonia’s family. They weigh-in on this month’s story of a man who refused to swap plane seats with a visibly pregnant woman, chat about a Ma...

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica read an inspiring HOPEisode fertility journey written for Women’s Health Magazine by pro soccer player, Carli Lloyd who helped the United States Women’s National Team win two World Cups in 2015 and 2019, and two Olympic gold medals in 2008 and 2012. In recent years, she's been on a secret journey involving unexplained infertility and multiple rounds of IVF treatm...

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica weigh in on Kris Jenner’s recent revelation that she would ‘love to get pregnant again’, why the topic came up for her, plus Khloe’s reaction to the thought of her mom having another baby.  The Mamas share the names, ages and stories of some of the oldest women in the world who were able to conceive naturally! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe and follow us...

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica read an inspiring HOPEisode fertility story submitted by Geriatric Mamas listener, Denise, who welcomed her miracle baby girl at the age of fifty three. The Mamas also share a beautiful story submitted by a listener who is still on her journey to mama-hood. Listen as they discuss the impact of sharing your story with other women despite the silence and stigma aro...

On this Geriatric Happy Hour episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss the Marathon Mom being accused of ‘ignoring her children’ as she made her way to the finish line, a pregnant mom’s unique search for baby names, and the heavier load of motherhood during the summer months. The Mamas end by asking listeners to send in their tips for a thriving Summer with children and any experiences with tarot card re...

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica read an inspiring HOPEisode story submitted by Geriatric Mamas listener, Jennifer. They discuss the impact of advocating for yourself throughout your fertility journey, why so many women have accidental pregnancies in their forties, and they share Trudy Perrow’s heart wrenching journey to ‘geriatric mamahood’. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe and follow us...

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss some of the latest fertility and longevity information; also, Sportscaster Erin Andrews is teaming up with Enfamil to announce a $50,000 commitment to Baby Quest, the Patients of shuttered fertility clinic are shocked to learn the man who treated them was not a licensed medical doctor; and giving birth at an ‘advanced maternal age’ may have a huge perk… L...

On this rewind episode, Sonia and Jessica read a HOPEisode story submitted by listener, Megan. Megan welcomed her miracle baby girl in April of 2023, at the age of thirty seven. Listen as they share her infertility struggles and journey to geriatric mama-hood, which led her to create her newsletter called The Balance, filled with her thoughts on navigating the balance of family and career. The Ger...

On this Geriatric Coffee Convos, Sonia and Jessica discuss the fact that Mother’s Day started on May 1st this year. They weigh-in on a couple of ‘boomer grandmas from the House of Representatives’ who are trying to ruin things for lactation consultants in Connecticut; they share Amber Cimiotti’s refreshing take on the way we speak to children, plus additional ‘hot mom summer’ tips, (incase you're...

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss seven tips for feeling like your best self this Summer, aka having a ‘hot mom Summer’! Sonia shares her experience with postpartum swelling and the the importance of lymph node drainage for new moms, particularly those who have had a C-section. They weigh-in on diet and exercise tips for women in their late thirties and early forties from Sonia’s Massage...

On this Geriatric Happy Hour, Sonia and Jessica discuss a variety of topics; including an update on Krissy Anderson’s husband speaking out about her death from sepsis after the stillbirth of their daughter, Sonia’s Facebook question about the maternal health risks of a stillbirth, and the need for more women’s health research. They also weigh-in on a viral instagram post by @OwnItBabe about Europe...

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Meems from @ TwoLittlesToLove ! The popular Instagram and TikTok Mama joins the Geriatric Mamas to share her journey to motherhood! Listen as she opens up about her experience with IVF, devastating loss and finally being Mama to her two beautiful miracle babies; aka her two littles to love. Meems also shares her experience with the early stages of p...

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss nutrients found in certain foods that can improve reproductive health, as well as which foods and substances to avoid while trying to conceive. They also weigh-in on the Mediterranean diet and the Whole30 diet as potential dietary approaches to optimize fertility. Disclaimer: Beef liver might have one of the highest concentrates of folate, (but there are...

On this Geriatric Coffee Convos, Sonia and Jessica discuss a viral TikTok post about the need for separate waiting rooms at OBGYN offices for women who have experienced pregnancy loss, a geriatric celebrity mama baby announcement, Krystal Anderson's passing after a stillbirth, and Halle Berry's experience with ‘sexy menopause’. For a full list of resources mentioned on this episode, please visit t...

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss the parenting trends that have emerged in 2024. They weigh in on setting strict baby boundaries, nesting parties over baby showers, the gentle parenting revolution, the rise of weed moms vs. wine moms, grandparents choosing unconventional titles and pregnancy announcements vs. hard launching babies. (Like Paris Hilton; not NASA). For more resources mentio...

On this episode Sonia and Jessica are joined by Mariela De Santiago from the Mama Wears Athleisure podcast, they dive into what it’s like being ‘geriatric mamas’, exactly when they heard the term ‘geriatric pregnancy’ for the first time, whether or not the phrase is actually being phased out and they weigh in on the replacement phrase… is it really that much better? For a full list of resources me...

On this Geriatric Happy Hour, Sonia and Jessica discuss geriatric wisdom tooth recovery, reasons why mamas get flat tires sometimes, societal improvements that need to happen for parents, (you’re welcome)! Self-validation as moms, things they know in their forties that they wish they knew in their twenties- and also some Easter basket ideas, because Easter is in March for some reason this year; (w...

On this episode Sonia and Jessica are joined by Alyssa, who happens to be a former elementary school teacher, to discuss technology and screen time for little ones. They weigh in on facing the challenges of balancing screen time, parental controls, internet safety, promoting digital well-being, tech-free activities, and educational technology options. They also discuss the fact that geriatric moms...

On this Geriatric Coffee Convos and Happy Hour Mash Up, Sonia and Jessica discuss who’s drinking what beverage, weigh in on the Alabama Supreme Court ruling about embryos, the pros and cons of their children’s past and current favorite tv shows, the reality of screen time, mommy blogger Ruby Franke, the Gabriel Fernandez case and binge-worthy tv shows for after the babies go to bed. For a full lis...

On this Prehistoric Birthday Special episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by surprise guests Tiffany Baynard and Amanda Allen to discuss stories and experiences about aging, keeping children safe at the pool, strangers invading their children’s personal space in stores, answer questions from Instagram followers, aka talk through their memorable (& geriatric millennial) concert experiences and...