This week Maria speaks with Dr. Dwight H. Damon, inventor of the revolutionary orthodontic treatment system called The Damon System. Then, Steve Mogck , Executive Vice President Country Inn and Suites by Carlson Celebrates its 20th Anniversary with Destination Reunion Sweepstakes. Next, Beth K. Vogt, author of Baby Changes Everything, Embracing and Preparing for Motherhood after 35 and then Karol Ladd, author of Bright Ideas for Busy Moms.
Sep 12, 2007•55 min
This week Maria speaks with Dr. Jennifer Brout, about Tips for preparing kids for going back to school. Next, Laurel Brunvoll, author of All My Bad Habits I Learned from Grandpa and All My Good Habits I Learned from Grandma. Then, Dr. Kathleen Gerson, talk about - Can motherhood and womanhood co-exist? And, Skye Hoppus, author of ROCK STAR MOMMA- an amazing fun fashion guide for mothers-to-be.
Aug 22, 2007•53 min
This week Maria speaks with Ellen Cockrill, creative executive in charge of the production for Universal, Land Before Time TV series. Next, Tim Sullivan, President PTO Today. Talks about back2school2007.com. Then, Attorney General Bill McCollum talks about Cyber Crime - protecting children from those who would prey upon them through the Internet. And, Jill Stamm, author of Bright from the Start, The Simple, Science-Backed Way to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind from Birth to Age 3....
Aug 21, 2007•56 min
This week Maria speaks with Donna Maria Coles Johnson, author of The Lifestyle CEO, and her magazine, The Handmade Beauty Business. Next, Peter Watkins, talks about Child safety on the Internet – Peter is an IT security expert and CEO at Webroot Software. Then, Dr. Jerry Wilde, author of Hot Stuff to Help Kids Cheer Up: The Depression and Self-Esteem Workbook. And, Nick Dubin, author of Asperger Syndrome and Bullying: Strategies and Solutions.
Jul 19, 2007•52 min
This week Maria speaks with Tara Brooke CD, (DONA) founder and Executive Director of – www.powerofbirth.com . Next, Tosca Reno – author of, The Eat Clean Diet - Fast Fat-Loss that lasts Forever! Then, Jane Porter, author of ODD MOM OUT and Dr. Mary Ellen Renna, author of, Growing Up Healthy the Next Generation Way: Add Years to Your Child’s Life and Life to Your Child’s Years.
Jul 18, 2007•57 min
This week Maria speaks with Elizabeth Pantley, author of “The No-Cry Discipline Solution?. Gentle ways to encourage good behavior without whining, tantrums & tears. Next, Dr. Samantha Pfeifer, associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Pennsylvania, where she specializes in reproductive endocrinology, adolescent gynecological surgery and infertility will be discussing fertility and conceiving – and how Fertell (the first at-home fertility screening test) is revolut...
Jul 16, 2007•51 min
This week Maria speaks with Max Sindell , author of THE BRIGHT SIDE: Surviving Your Parents Divorce. Next, Stephen Gass , president of every baby company, inc., talks about, What should kids of this age watch on TV? and What will aid in learning and play for babies, toddlers and their parents?. Then, Mary Kaye Chryssicas, author of Breathe: Yoga for Teens, which helps teens navigate through the wild world of high school and middle school.
Jul 13, 2007•53 min
This week Maria speaks with Catherine Montgomery, speech-language pathologist and director of the American Institute of Stuttering (AIS) and author of “Help For Children Who Stutter?. Next, Caroline Angel, co-author of, “The Newly Non-Drinking Girl’s Guide to Pregnancy?. Advice and Support for Surviving 40 weeks without a Cosmopolitan! Then, Tim Ludwig, cofounder of Parentography an online community for parents who want advice, tools, tips and ideas for family excursions. Poll results show that ...
Jul 12, 2007•50 min
This week Maria speaks with Tyeese Gaines Reid, author of “The Get A Life Campaign?. A pocket guide for busy women who want it all. Next, Leslie Morgan Steiner , Contributor, MORE magazine, talks about the More Magazine Article: Back in Business: Women Re-entering the Workforce With Relative Ease. Then, Karen Cage from Hewlett Packard talk about the Shrek promotion with photos and moms and Julie Aigner-Clark joins Maria to tell us about the Whirlpool Brand Mother of Invention Grant Program. And,...
Jun 07, 2007•53 min
This week Maria is joined by Mallika Chopra, author of ?100 Questions from My Child? a collection of some of the questions and answers her daughters and her family have explored together. Next, Shauna Fleming, of www.amillionthanks.org. Her program, “A Million Thanks,? collects cards and notes that are sent to the active U.S. armed forces and has turned into a year-round campaign. Then, Laurie Good, author of the blogsite www.goodhappenings.com serving as a forum for adoption discussion topics. ...
May 29, 2007•57 min
This week Maria speaks with Adrienne Stolarz, associate editor -Family Fun Magazine, “Summer is Coming, FamilyFun Mag's "10 Ways to Make Your Backyard More Fun". Next, Sheila Lirio Marcelo's, CEO of Care.com, founded the company based on some of her own experiences in searching for quality childcare providers. Then, Candice Kelsey, author of “Generation MySpace? -Helping your teen survive online adolescence - How social networking is changing everything about, friendship, gossip, sex, drugs and ...
May 25, 2007•55 min
May is National Foster Care Month and this week Maria speaks with Regina Louise and her Mother Jeanne Taylor. Regina Louise is a Motivational Speaker/Author whose goal is to share with people in every state in the nation a powerful message about the significance of all children finding lifelong connections to caring adults. Next, Bryan Vartabedian, MD, author of “ The Truth About Colic ? The Essential Guide to Infant Reflux and the Care of Your Crying, Difficult-to- Soothe Baby, then Elaine M. S...
May 17, 2007•54 min
This week Maria speaks with Theresa Reid, author of “Two Little Girls: A Memoir of Adoption?, This book explores with an unflinching honesty one couple's soul-searching and sometimes painful journeys as they adopted, first, a Russian girl from Ekaterinburg and then a Ukrainian girl from a town near Odessa. Next, Angela Thomas, author of “My Single Mom Life: Stories & Lessons for your Journey? and Karen Deerwester, author of “The Potty Training Answer Book? Practical answers to the top 200 qu...
May 11, 2007•56 min
This week Maria is joined by Christopher Auer, co-author of "Parenting a Child Sensory Processing Disorder." A comprehensive guide to parenting a child with SPD and integrating his or her care with the needs of the whole family. Next, Aviva Goldfarb founder of “The Six O’Clock Scramble", a weekly email newsletter, that provides five dinner recipes and a corresponding grocery list to its subscribers. Most take 30 minutes or less to prepare and have fewer than ten ingredients. Then, Ann Dunnewold,...
Apr 26, 2007•55 min
This week Maria speaks with Joanna Meiseles, founder of “The Snip-its Corporation? - tips for parents taking their child for their first haircut, what to know, and products that are non irritants on children’s skin. Next, Dr. Jennifer Trachtenberg, author of “Good Kids, Bad Habits? - The RealAge guide to raising healthy children and then Peggy Collins, author of “Help Is Not a Four-Letter Word?, also Jim Ryan, author of “Simple Happiness? - 52 Easy Ways to Lighten Up.
Apr 25, 2007•58 min
This week Maria speaks with Caren Cohen of DJ baby clothing about their hip kids and moms T's for infertility awareness Tshirts. $2 from every shirt goes to RESOLVE, The National Infertility Association. Next, Lauren Sorgaard, owner of North Country Esscentuals –– talks about taking the time to pamper yourself. Then, Sandy Botkin, author of “Lower Your Taxes Big Time? – gives helpful tips on how single moms, families, etc can lower their taxes and Debra Feinberg, of the Quidel Corporation, talks...
Apr 20, 2007•57 min
Today Maria talks with Debbie Mandel, stress-management specialist and author of “Turn On Your Inner Light: Fitness for Body, Mind, and Soul? and Changing Habits: The Caregivers’ Total Workout?, next Paul Pettit, author of “Congratulations, You’ve Got Tweens! Preparing Your Child for Adolescence? joins Maria. Then, Gina Gallagher, co-author of “Shut Up About…Your Perfect Kid!? The Movement of “Imperfection?. The best medicine for Parents of “Imperfect? Kids without the scary side effects....
Apr 10, 2007•31 min
This week Maria is joined by Brooke de Lench, author of “Home Team Advantage? The Critical Role of Mothers in Youth Sports, and Cheryl Erwin, co-author of “The Positive Disipline Series for Preschoolers, for the First Three Years and From A-Z?. Next, Julie Miller, founder of NursingNotions.com Nursing Bracelets and Other Accessories and also Dr. Michael Popkin, author of “Taming The Spirited Child? Strategies for Parenting Challenging Children Without Breaking Their Spirits.
Mar 22, 2007•50 min
This week Maria speaks with Maureen Clarke, founder of The Blueprint Group, a nationwide coaching, training and organizational development company providing performance improvement solutions to organizations concerned about retaining their female talent. Maureen will speak about Corporate Maternity - Out of the Closet and Into the Boardroom, next Cathy O'Neill, co-author of “Babyproofing Your Marriage?, How to Laugh More, Argue Less and Communicate better as your family grows, then Bat Sheva Mar...
Feb 22, 2007•59 min
This week Maria speaks with Laura Benjamin author of The C.A.R.L.A. Concept™ : How to Raise an Issue, Prove Your Point and Communicate with Confidence & Clarity. Next, Maxine Marsolini, author of “Raising Children in Blended Families?: Helpful Insights, Expert Opinions, and True Stories, then Jessica Berger Gross, author of “About What Was Lost?, 20 Writers on Miscarriage, Healing and Hope and and next Cindy Daniel, author of “It's Not About You!? A Mother and Daughter's journey through Canc...
Feb 22, 2007•47 min
This week Maria speaks with Fran Prezant & Laura Marshak, co-authors, Married with Special-Needs Children - A Couples' Guide to Keeping Connected. Also, Cherie Calbom, author of Sleep Away the Pounds, Could the Lack of Sleep Be Harming You and Your Family?Sleep Loss on Children Can Cause Weight Gain & Shorter Attention Spans and Allison Karl O’Kelly, founder of “Mom Corps.? Mom Corps is a matchmaker between companies looking to recruit and retain top talent and experienced professionals ...
Feb 20, 2007•58 min
This week Maria talks to Sarah Zeldman, The Solution DIVA. Founder of www.SolutionsForBusyMoms.com "Making Your Life Easier - Everyday!" then, Mindy York and Michelle Tennant, from “Baby Otter Swim School “. Next, Barbara Candiano Marcus, author of Baby Prodigy: A Guide to Raising A Smarter, Happier Baby and founder of the Baby Prodigy co. www.babyprodigy.com . And then, Michelle LaRowe, author of “Nanny to the Rescue Again!?...
Jan 26, 2007•1 hr
This week Maria speaks with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, author of Disease-Proof Your Child, Feeding Kids Right, then Sean Covey, author of The 6 Most Important Decisions You'll Ever Make and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens and Jason Ryan Dorsey, author of My Reality Check Bounced, The twenty-something's guide to cashing in on your real-world dreams, next Dr. Laura Jana, Cold/Flu Season expert and co-author of Heading Home with your Newborn: From Birth to Reality.
Jan 26, 2007•1 hr
This week Maria speaks with Bonnie McCarthy, chief-cook-and-bottlewasher, and founder of Bologna Soup Gourmet Clothing Co. Next, Linda Kaplan Thaler, co-author of “The Power of Nice?, How to Conquer the Business World with Kindness joins Maria and then Denise Roy, author of “MOMFULNESS?, Mothering with Mindfulness, Compassion and Grace.
Jan 25, 2007•1 hr
This week Maria speaks with many different companies that all offer great solutions to Moms that help to balance work and family life. The companies she speaks with are: Backpack Toys, Chiquita Brands/Fresh Express, Femalemedcare, LLC, Picture People, Sweet Success Enterprises, Sylvan Learning, Inc., TriElements Nutritional Supplements, Western Research Laboratories.
Jan 18, 2007•59 min
This week Maria speaks with Nicole Donnelly, Creator and founder of Babylegs, former professional snowboarder, Nicole is a stay-at-home mom and successful entrepreneur. In 2005, Donnelly founded BabyLegs. The idea was conceived while Donnelly was looking for a way to keep her 8-month old daughter’s legs warm whilst allowing her diaper rash some “airtime.? Next, Steven Caney, author of “Steven Caney’s Ultimate Building Book?, helps parents understand that building is a natural and important part ...
Jan 18, 2007•1 hr
This week Maria speaks with Dr. Christine Anderson about her Dynamic Prenatal Yoga program and Sharon Lawrence talks about “Creating all natural family eating habits is easier than you think?. Next, Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Editor-in-Chief, WeJustGotBack.com talks about traveling with your family and Barbara Klein, author of “Raising Gifted Kids? talks about Everything You Need to Know to Help Your Exceptional Child Thrive.
Jan 02, 2007•57 min
This week Maria speaks with Kimberly Martinez, Chief Executive Officer, Boo Jee Beads. Kimberly is a Work At Home Entrepreneur who Simultaneously Raises a Family & Runs a Business Through a "Business Dot Mom" Business Model. Next, Nicole Donnelly, Creator and founder of Babylegs, former professional snowboarder joins Maria. Also, Pam Lowell Pamela Lowell author of Returnable Girl and Audrey Brashich author of “All Made Up? a girl’s guide to seeing through celebrity hype….and celebrating real...
Jan 02, 2007•58 min
This week Maria speaks with Suzanne Reese, author of “Baby Massage - Soothing Strokes For Healthy Growth? and Arlene Matthews, author of “Getting in Without Freaking Out? The official college admissions guide for overwhelmed parents. Also, Byron Beach, author of “Stock Matters? and Introduction to Stocks and Ownership for Kids and next Maria is joined by Kathy & Janet Lennon, “The Lennon Sisters? to talk about their BEST PALS line of dolls and music CDs.
Jan 02, 2007•1 hr
This week Maria is joined by Helen Hames, of BackPack Toys who talks about Teddy Ruxpin. Next, Kelly Carson, founder of www.TheBodyScrub.com . Imagine experiencing the world's most luxurious spa treatment in your home … at a fraction of what you would pay at any spa. Kelly Wade-Arnel, author of SuperWoman-Simple Steps to find the real you & become a superME, superPARTNER, superMOM….SuperWOMAN! And, PTO Today president Tim Sullivan and founder of the Go Play! program a new school program that...
Nov 28, 2006•59 min
