Deana Elwood

Off Duty

Back in 2019, I started this podcast because moms don’t get enough off-duty time. I’m a mama, a case manager and this is where the hats come off and we say the quiet part out loud. Off Duty starts now.

Author

Deana Elwood

Category

Education

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

111. Leave Your Grinchness Home + Shop Small or Big. #HolidayEdition. 21.11.2021

Take 2... Hello my listeners and thank you so much for always tuning in to see what I may be talking about next.  I am so geared up and ready for the holidays that I figured, lets kick this #HolidayEdition into high gear and kick start with the mom and pops that matter most to me and have some AWESOME SAUCE BANANA BOAT great gifts! Tune in and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, RATE (5 stars pleeeeas...

110: Kinda Silly This Week + Which Mom and Pops To Shop Early! 14.11.2021

Who am I kidding...I am always silly!  Well, I accidentally said twerking instead of tweaking, and for all professional purposes SORRY!  My latte is only 1/4 done, it's 7:30am, and my daughter woke me up nice and early to watch the sunlight rise as though the heavens above were screaming at me to wake up and enjoy the day! So this week I give you a little tid bit into what I have been up...

109: I Just Want to Hear I Love You. 24.10.2021

Hello friends and Hello Canada...thank you so much for joining my listening bunch!  Today I am a little behind the 8 ball, and thinking I kind of like this new time...thoughts?  Either way I wanted to get a little heavy today...I mean it's cold out so I think ya'll can handle it, and share some things that I know about me that aren't perfect and maybe it will remind the world that perfec...

108: Help Is A Privilege, Maternity Leave Is NOT A Vacation, + Just Thankful In General. 17.10.2021

The title is long, the weather cool, and I am so thankful!   Thank you all who continue to tune in every Sunday at 12 noon for a brand new episode.  Today I am just all about being thankful for what I have and who has been in my life.  Little bit of this, and a little bit of that today on the podcast, so enjoy and make sure to rate, review, subscribe...and leave me a message if you...

107: 5 Likes Is Ok With Me. 10.10.2021

So today while recording, everything that happened was true to the topic.  I had my little on my lap, my son waltzed in eventually and took to the drums, and then I decided that a 10-11 minute episode will be ok.  My littles wanted my attention, and they will get it.  You see I love podcasting, but I also love being a mom.  I know that this could be a job, but for me I enjoy it...

106: I Only Sugar Coat My Cookies 03.10.2021

Never have I ever been a fan of sugar coating anything. I am a big fan of being honest and straightforward, so... why then get mad if I am not sugar coating?  I guess we are all different and I totally get that, but seriously, the only thing I am sugar coating is my cookies...and occasionally my oatmeal with brown sugar of course. Ugh, now I am hungry.  Alright friends, check it out toda...

If You Want To Cry... Then Do IT! 26.09.2021

As an emotional person, I am all about letting it out!  Yes, I cry often ... dog commercials, people commercials, social media stuff, when I stub my toe.  However, we all need to know that it is okay to be sensitive.  It is okay to have a moment, or many.  So lets do today and be emotional because summer is gone, yet the fall leaves are stunning. Xx Deana

104: Mom Bod Edition. 19.09.2021

Almost 6 months postpartum for baby #2 and will be 4 years from baby #1.  Are things different?  YES!  Are things harder second time around? YES! Do I have beautiful and healthy babies?  YES!  Most importantly, I also take care of me while taking care of them. Join me today on the #MomBodEdition and every Sunday at 12 noon with a new episode. XxDeana

103: I Cried All Week... 05.09.2021

DISCLAIMER: I am generally an emotional person, but then add my little starting school... oh my lord!  Like balling, ugly cry face with a side of boogies.  This should have been part of my topic last week with things you're not told.  Update, I'm progressing.   Xx Deana

102: Things We Weren't Told. 29.08.2021

As a youth, we just lived carefree and lived day by day.  Of course we were told to be nice to people, look both ways, and wash your hands.  However, for some reason as we got older and expectations of responsibility are to be expected, we weren't always told these things.  See, some things we can say yes common sense, but other things if you aren't told, how do you know.  I te...

101: Divorce is a Battlefield...so is Love. 22.08.2021

Divorce...yup that wasn't part of my bucklist things to check off, but it happened. So I wrote about it.  I published about it, and now with my book out and about, I'll share about it. Enjoy folks! Xx Deana

100TH EPISODE!!! THANK YOU. 15.08.2021

I did it!!! I have recorded 100 episodes and can not thank you all enough for tuning in, subscribing, and just loving my blabbering mouth.  Thank you to my husband for supporting me on this journey and understanding my recording time, those that I interviewed, listeners, and most importantly my brain for coming up with content on the fly. Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe so you never miss...

99: One Expensive Night! 08.08.2021

Wedding bells are indeed beautiful, breathtaking, and holy expensive.  So then as a guest, what is considered the "right" amount to give the couple?  Per plate? Friend status? Family status?  What if you seriously can not afford what would be considered "right" but want to be there to support the couple? Another great episode today and how to do this all while 4.0ing life! Join me n...

98: No Peekaboo Clothes + Chunky Rolls Are Ok! 25.07.2021

Why are baby rolls so cute, but mine not so cute?  Why are we so critical on ourselves?  I mean I get it, healthy living and I am so on board with that, but if we are a healthy weight, eating healthy, and feel good the way we look, why are we so mean just because someone doesn't look like a barbie doll? Let's do this episode and in two weeks reach the 100th episode!!!!! Xx Deana

97: A Happy Meal w/ A Side Of Tears. 18.07.2021

As a kid I 100% loved going to McDonalds for a cheeseburger happy meal.  I never cried about the toy selection because they were EPIC!  However as I got older, the "happy meal" didn't always come with a "toy" Join me today and of course now I want french fries! Xx Deana

96: You Have To See + Feel Good To Look Good! 11.07.2021

Body positivity is something that is splashed all over social media, and when we look in the mirror.  If only we could snap our fingers and see what we hope for...but then again can we?  YES!  Yes you can, you just have to work for it silly.  Yes, it is time consuming, yes apple cider donuts are currently sitting on my counter, but it's possible.  So let's talk all about i...

95: A Ginger, Rabid Raccoon, and Eggs In A White Blanket. 04.07.2021

Did you read that title and tilt your head wondering what is she talking about?  It is a special episode with my high school friend who referred to herself as a rabid raccoon in her published book, I Can't Just Write A Book.  Cathy Vonk aka @gingervonk did write a book, and she joins me to catch up, reminisce about the past, and share details on her book. Want to get a copy? https://www....

94: Spiked Cupcakes, Cream Cheese + Dads. 20.06.2021

Lots of Father's Day  chatter from spiked cupcakes from Kara Kakes, to flavored cream cheese, and of course the love I have for my pops. Xx Deana

93: Mom Police Stand Down! Yes, I Wrote A Book. 13.06.2021

Another Sunday with of course more awesome things to talk about that just make you remind the world how it truly is OKAY to not be 4.0ing life everyday!  Join me today as we talk about our favorite mom police friends, and my book that you all have been emailing about. Here is the link where to buy yours and lets talk more next Sunday, bye guys! Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Paper-Bag-Princes...

92: BOGG Bags, Wigwams + UGGS. 06.06.2021

Happy beautiful Sunday folks and almost Summer!  Today I wanted to bring back the goodies + what is so trending now for summer all while masterminding life and trying to keep up with the trends a la 4.0.   Xx Deana

91: Erase Yo Face? oh, My Mic Works. 30.05.2021

YES! The mic is on and I'm ready.  I stumbled across an app that completely changed my perspective and made me think, hmmm do I really look like that?  Maybe you know what I am talking about or use it.  If so or not, join me and tune in...and oh yeah, make sure to subscribe so you can join me every Sunday at 12 noon! Xx Deana

90: Burping Toddlers, Mic Issues, Power Rangers + A Guest Named Alex. 16.05.2021

I'M BACK!!! I had my baby, continue to lose sleep, but hey she is healthy a beautiful. To bring it back, I wanted to have a guest that I have been meaning to have on for quite some time, and this guest also talked me into starting this podcast.  So with that being said, let's talk about all things power rangers, ClubZone, kids, future goals, and other random things as always! Xx Deana

89:Ice Pack On Right Arm, Heating Pad on the Left. (Vaccine Complete!) 15.03.2021

Happy Monday and yes, I am a day late.  Haven't slept much because IM STILL PREGNANT, and then with a wild child toddler (he gets it from me so can't complain) + vaccination complete, I am pooped! So wanted to jump on with the updates, say hello and maybe if you don't hear from me this weekend it's because baby will come...please pray for me...I am so tired. Thank you again for always tuning...

88: Pregnant + The Vaccine {psst. leave your politics at the door} 07.03.2021

Back in February I didn't social media crazy share my decision of the vaccine, however many who knew asked especially since I was pregnant.  Figured after a few weeks and as I approach number two, I'd share my decision and how even though it was my decision, many had lots to say.  Oh yes one more time for those in the back, leave your politics at the door. Xx Deana

Just Do It...And No Not Nike...Tatiana Lampa Style! 14.02.2021

Fitness has become a must have after the year we all had in 2020, however some of us may have gotten lost along the way or mislead by some other apps that just didn't do it for us.  After connecting with Tatiana Lampa on the socials, I soon learned there is a way and when I say way, I mean proper way to not just work out, but also understand the body and correctively use it. So join us both t...

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