Momma Bear Connects

We talk about the benefits of healthy food habits, self love, exercise, body image, grounding/earthing, affirmations and we touch a little on manifestation. This is a topic we are so passionate about, we have been on both sides of the coin, very unhealthy and working towards healthy and want to help others find ways to help improve their health.

Addie and I talk about different ways that helped us navigate the confusing and exciting teenage years! We touch on different topics, and how to talk about the uncomfortable ones!

Addie and Faith talk about Addie's beautiful birth and a few tips on how we made sure it was successful and safe.

Faith and Addie go over what the last year and a half has looked like. Addie share's a quote "Mindset is Everything" and the importance of slowing down.

Addie and I talk about what PMDD is, what it looks like, and how to help.  We discuss our personal findings, and experiences with PMDD.

https://www.competitivedge.com/parentscoaches-guides-13-steps-being-winning-parent Quote by Michael Jordan "Just Play. Have Fun. Enjoy the Game." Addie and I talk about ways to be a supportive parent/mentor to your child athlete, and things we feel like could be detrimental to your child's success.  

Addie and I discuss releasing negative energy, ways to start a conversation, and 25 ways to encourage your loved ones!!  Tune in and tell us what you think!

Addie and I discuss the importance of coping healthily and have a few rants along the way :) 

Oh man, have you guys missed us!?!?  We are finally back up and running and re-adjusted to life after this past month.  We cannot wait to share with you the last few weeks, and challenge you all to something amazing!!  Listen to the episode to find out what the challenge is, and let us know what you are doing each day to accept the challenge!!  

Join us in an eventful car ride as we talk about our week, accomplishments, and embarrassing stories!

Addie and I talk about what things we do for self care and ways to ensure a healthy body and mind!! Resource https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-happiness/201812/self-care-12-ways-take-better-care-yourself

Addie and I talk about being an individual and the importance of love and acceptance.  

Addie and I talk about our biggest fears and what we do to over come them!!  What is YOUR biggest FEAR???!!!??? https://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/how-deal-chronic-fear-and-anxiety (source for our info today)

BONUS BONUS BONUS!!!  SLANG TERMS USED BY KIDS TODAY VS US PARENTS IN THE 90's!!  SO FUN!!

Addie and I talk about the importance of dating and having FUN!!  We are sassy and goofy today, so hold on to your hats and enjoy this silly podcast!!!  HAPPY SUNDAY!!!

Wendel from Reboot Centers comes to talk to us about the importance of sleep and the effects of lack of sleep.  And how it contributes to teen addiction.  We ran into some audio getting cut off, so we will be uploading a video of the podcast to our instagram and youtube channel.   "The Teenage Brain" by Frances E Jensen, MD with Amy Ellis Nutt was referenced throughout the podcast

ADDIE AND I DISCUSS HOW MANIPULATION AFFECTS YOU AS A PERSON AND HOW TO COPE AND SET HEALTHY BOUNDARIES TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM MANIPULATORS.  RESOURCES: https://time.com/4825032/gaslighting-mental-health/ https://time.com/5411624/how-to-tell-if-being-manipulated/ https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/set-boundaries#how-to-define-your-boundaries NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE:...

***Trigger Warning*** Addie and I talk about the very real topic of suicide.  It is a very vulnerable and emotional discussion on the effects of depression, PTSD, suicide and mental health.  Please be aware, there is some explicit content at the end when I read a paper my husband wrote regarding his PTSD.  

Addie and I discuss what has made our relationship successful and what things we see as good or less beneficial parenting techniques.  

Addie and I ask each other questions on different topics!  Get ready for some fun, candid, serious, and silly answers!!  

Addie and I discuss the importance of boundaries and different circumstances that having boundaries is or was very important in our lives!  

This PodCast is all about what lessons we have learned throughout our lives, and gives you a parent/teenager view into difficult trials and happy times!  This first PodCast is an introduction into us, our goals, and a funny story about when my boy was a baby :) We are so excited to share our life lessons with everyone and cannot wait to learn and grow in this new and amazing journey!!!