The Savvi Mom: Say That Again?!

n this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about ABC Countdown and all the fun school theme days leading up to summer break. Gabriella explains how each letter of the alphabet has a different activity, from Kindness Day to imagination projects and classroom experiments. They also talk about what end-of-year school traditions feel like through a kid’s eyes, including walking water science experiments...

In this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about traveling for kids and what it’s really like going through airports, flights, and all the unexpected moments along the way. They share real-life experiences from their trips, including long delays, busy airports, and even a moment where Gabriella’s favorite stuffed animal almost got held up at security. From nighttime flights to meeting pilots, Gabri...

In this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about consequences and why they are an important part of growing up. They explain how everyone makes mistakes sometimes, but our choices can lead to consequences that help us learn and do better next time. Through funny and relatable examples, Gabriella shares some of the moments when her decisions led to consequences, like experimenting with too much make...

In this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about turning seven… or as Gabriella would say, “6…7…” and all the thoughts that come with growing up another year. They share real-life moments about birthday surprises, wanting just a little control over the details, and how things change from age five to six to seven. Gabriella also talks about school, friendships, and the differences between kindergart...

In this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about why choosing the right friends is so important for kids. They explore how friends can influence the choices we make and why it’s important to surround ourselves with people who help us make good decisions. Through funny examples and real-life situations, Gabriella and Mommy talk about the difference between good influence and bad influence. They disc...

In this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about why dogs are the best pets for kids and what makes them so special. They share real-life moments about their own dogs, funny stories, and Gabriella’s unpredictable explanations about how dogs help with responsibility, love, and even safety. Together, they talk through what kids can learn from having pets, including patience, unconditional love, and h...

In this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about why kids have bad days and what might cause those big emotions. They share real-life moments about school, bad dreams, and those days where everything just feels off. Gabriella explains how bad dreams can turn into bad days and why sometimes you wake up feeling upset for no clear reason. Together, they talk through simple ways kids can feel better, l...

In this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about learning how to ride a bike and why it can feel scary at first. Gabriella shares what it was like when she first started practicing and how she eventually learned to pedal, balance, and stop on her own. They talk about the real-life moments that happen when kids learn something new, like worrying about falling, getting frustrated, and needing a paren...

In this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about why practice is so important when kids are getting ready for a performance. Gabriella shares what it was like preparing for her school performance of “Sweet Home Alabama,” while Mommy talks about returning to the field to perform at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers alumni halftime show. Both of them had to prepare in different ways, but they learned the same...

In this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about why they decided to start a podcast together. Gabriella shares what she thinks podcasts are, how they work, and why kids might want to listen to them. Along the way, they talk about how conversations like these can help kids learn things that aren’t always taught in school. From understanding emotions to building confidence and navigating everyday ch...

In this episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about confidence and why it matters for kids. Gabriella explains that confidence is important, but maybe not for everything. Swimming? Definitely. Rock climbing? Probably. Riding a bike? Well… that one is up for debate. While Mommy tries to connect confidence to affirmations and handling tough moments, Gabriella keeps things honest, funny, and surprisingly...

In this episode, Gabriella introduces a brand-new concept happening at her school: tattletale tickets. If you tattle, you get a ticket. If you get five, you walk five laps. No take-backs and no erasing it. Accountability is very real in first grade. Together, Gabriella and Mommy talk about what this system is really teaching kids: conflict resolution, manners, boundaries, and the difference betwee...

In this very first episode, Gabriella and Mommy talk about what being positive really means. Is it just smiling all the time, or is it something deeper? Together, they share real-life examples of how positivity shows up at school, at home, and in everyday situations kids face. From small frustrations to bigger moments, they explore how attitude can shape the way we handle things. It’s short, hones...

Welcome to The Savvi Mom: Say That Again?! In this short trailer, Gabriella and her mom, Vanessa, introduce their podcast built around honest, unscripted conversations about school, feelings, friendships, and growing up. Gabriella shares how kids actually think about things, while Mommy helps slow the moment down, ask questions, and talk through what it all means. Sometimes it makes sense. Sometim...