Mama Knows Nada

Adolescence is a dynamic time. From peer group engagements and social pressures to hormones and homelife, teens are searching for their place in the world through self discovery and challenging boundaries. Elise Knox, connection coach, specializes in supporting parents foster meaningful relationships with their teen(s).  She shares why these connections are important, what parents are missing...

Ayurvedic medicine has been practiced for thousands of years and principles of it are beginning to become more prominent in daily life. Ayurveda comes from the Sanskrit words "ayur," meaning life, and "veda," meaning science or knowledge. In essence, Ayurveda is the "knowledge of life."   I chatted with Ayurvedic practitioner and doula, Alyssa Megeath of Fill Your Cup Birth and Wellness, to g...

New mom life comes with a lot of planning. Now imagine that plan involving completing your doctorate in chiropractic, buying a home, moving states, and setting up a business. Oh, and finding a new doctor all while 36 weeks pregnant. Talk about master of multitasking.    Yet, that's exactly what Maggie did. She shares the roller coaster she was riding wild ride during the start of her dau...

What does a pediatric dentist have to do with staying true and keeping your health in squeaky clean shape? A lot, apparently. Dr. Azi Nia is an seasoned pediatric dentist who specializes in identifying lip, tongue and cheek ties. Why does this matter for new or breastfeeding moms? If you are struggling with breastfeeding,--or take a bottle--, this *COULD* be an compromising issue.    Dr....

The second part of our sobriety conversation with Vega, and she keeps glowing. Vega shares how living clean and sober inspired her to put firm boundaries in with work and focus on her long-term goals. While she dipped her back into the dating pool, she has other priorities taking precedence. We chat about mom guilt, my own pandemic drinking and that asking for help--no matter the issue--is somethi...

For Eric fatherhood was never an if, but a when. So as his first child came into the world, Eric was eager to be home and engaging with his baby, embracing the role of Stay at Home Dad. He shares his #dadlife, from learning his partner (now wife) was pregnant to welcoming baby #2. Eric discusses the choices he made to be present and feel fulfilled as an individual all while supporting his wife. He...

If you keep doing what you're doing, you'll keep getting what you're getting. Alex Vega was tired of feeling like crap, choosing the wrong partners and not living up to her potential. Although being a single mom is tough, she knew her son deserved her at her best. And so did she.    Vega decided to leave alcohol and other substances in the past, opening a new door to a better existence....

Mind over matter. It's a phrase that we've all heard. But, as with many things in life, truth resonates in this simple phrase. One of our favorite husband and wife teams share their journey to be mentally stronger, as individuals and as a couple. Drs. Adam and Mayredlis of Lighthouse Chiropractic share the breaking point in their relationship that brought them to Encompass Life, an organization de...

Stress release. Anxiety release. Depression release. Emotional release. We all need a way to work through our shit. That outlet is intimately unique to each individual. For Courtney, a huge proponent of her mental health is painting and being unapologetic for it. But that hasn't always been the case. As a SAHM, her focus for the passed 10 years has been her family and being accessible to her kids....

Put me in coach! Ok, so it's not quite that kind of coaching, but this does help you get better at the game of life.  Through her own obstacles and mothering journey, Melissa found herself lost in the day to day, without intention, patience or presence for herself or her loved ones.    When she "woke up," it prompted her to make some changes for herself and her family.  Now, she draws from her own...

We've met Jessica Gillan a few times and this time she's sharing some truths about breastfeeding.  From how doulas can be essential in identifying issues with latch, tongue ties and other common breastfeeding struggles, to sharing with moms there is no shame in quitting the BF game, #yournocateedoula has tips to help you succeed and support when you're ready to tap out. Jessica shares her exp...

Can you feel the beat? Head coach of Palm Valley Academy's dance team chats with #mamaknowsnada to discuss the details of the upcoming dance tryouts. It's the first year PVA will have a dance team of it's own and Coach Nicole is radiating Bobcat pride.    We discuss Nicole's dance background, why she leaped at the chance to coach and what inspires her. Plus, she gives us all the details...

While Clare works professionally to make sure young kids and babies are practicing positive sleep habits, this Blissfully Rested mama is a Jane of all trades, juggling kids, career, wife-life and selfcare like the rest of us.   Clare shares her mom life and how she endeavors to stay true to her family as well as herself. She discusses her road to motherhood, her thoughts on having 2 belly bir...

Show me the money! Or how to get the money. The Great Resignation. Many people are choosing to put themselves first. So how can you make it financially viable? How can you get your money to work for you? One must attempt to be financially literate. WTF? These are the questions I asked Kristal & Eric Jetson. Lovers of Crypto, they created the Jetson Legacy to share how their knowledge and educa...

Raise your hand if you agree: Parenting is hard. Raise your hand if you think parenting kids with special needs adds another level of detail and intricacies to life.  Gina shares her journey with her four kids, three with Tourette's syndrome and how many humans have judge her and her "bad parenting" practices. Perhaps, she counters, we ought to start asking, "What am I missing?" instead of as...

In a previous episode, we discussed how chiropractic care can be helpful overall and safe, even during pregnancy. This time, we bring in the dynamic and delightful husband and wife team at Lighthouse Chiropractic--Dr. Adam and Dr. Mayredlis--to delve into the central nervous system (CNS) and why spinal/CNS care is crucial for overall health.    From acting as the "brain" of the CNS to th...

There's nothing I love more than being dumfounded by fascinating conversations. Dr. Jenny's expertise and ability to make complex processes seem simple are soothing qualities to anyone listening in. But also her conscious decision to shift her practice to better serve her patients drives the message that she's serious about health and wellness.    Fusing her background in neurology and p...

What happens when hospitality professionals become parents? They switch jobs, but keep the directive tone.    Brandon and I chat about life after restaurants, and how managing people impacts the transition into parenthood and relationships, for better or worse.   For Brandon, his profession prompted him to meet his now wife on the first day of a new job (surprise: engaged after abou...

During her training as a physical therapist, Claire was introduced to pelvic floor therapy and it changed the trajectory of her career. Not only is she passionate about the lifestyle benefits that can come from a healthy pelvic floor, she also sees that educating women before, during and after childbirth is essential. For this working mompreneur, it's also pivotal to be present for her two small c...

Childbirth is serious and profound business, but Jessica Gillan, #yournocateedoula, always finds a way to relax and help moms unwind. And nothing helps stress and anxiety of labor like a little laughter. Support before and after delivery is essential, regardless of how your baby came into the world. Recovering from childbirth takes a spectrum of time and adjusting to life as a first time parent--o...

Sleep is a precious commodity and can be scarce for parents, regardless of a child's age. If you're little one is the reason you're lacking much needed shut eye, it may be time to call in reinforcements.    There's more to sleep training than one might think. There are multiple ways to make it work for your family. Clare Herrera, Sleep Sense coach and Founder of Blissfully Rested, explai...

Health and wellness are big "To-Do's" when the calendar changes years. So how do we make healthy lifestyles a fulltime thing? In addition to fitness, we need proper nutrition.    Lauren, functional nutritionist and founder of the Healthy Happy Method, shares slight tweaks you can start today to change your health and wellbeing from the inside out. We chat about foods, misconceptions and...

For Women's history month, we're featuring some fierce mama's out there making it happen as biz owners + entrepreneurs.   Our first featured female is Maggie, new mom and chiropractor who had a whirlwind of events happen before her daughter was born. She shares her road to chiropractic care, why opening her own practice with her husband was important plus the pros and cons of being a bus...

Many new year's start with the resolution to work on the fitness...#amirite? Fitness after birth is a whole different game. "Bouncing back" from baby is hard. So let's be real, your body has changed.  For many moms, embracing this new body can take some time. With shifted hips and fluctuating hormones, the journey back to your "old self" can seem a little daunting and kind of impossible. &nbs...

Ernie and his wife were waiting or their miracle. When she finally arrived, they were met with some unexcepted obstacles, and Ernie found himself taking the caregiving lead, for his wife and baby. He shares his journey from those first precious days in the NICU infant looking after his tiny girl while his wife recovered, to now having a thriving, determined teen daughter (with his partner steadfas...