I'm pulling this recording from The Vault, today. This was recorded a couple years ago, and never published, but I think that routines in motherhood are just as important to talk about today as they were then. Laura Hernandez, the genius mom behind Mama Systems, chats with me about action steps for routines and prepping for what needs to be done througout the week. Mama Systems - Facebook Mama Systems - Website Mama Systems, Laura Hernandez - Instagram...
Apr 11, 2023•48 min
If you're an overwhelmed mom, the number one way to get some relief is not what you might think. Self care is great, but it's not just going to the spa and getting a pedicure. There are other things we can do to get not just self care, but also to connect with our kids. And, stacking functions to get the most out of your time is another huge bonus to parenting life. Michelle and I sat down to talk about actionable tips moms can do to connect with their kids and get some relief from that overwhel...
Jan 12, 2023•36 min
Recorded in September 2022 and published two months later. Sorry for the delay, folks! Today I am joined by Genavieve Moyer on the eve of the new Hocus Pocus movie. We sat down on Facebook Live to chat about one of our favorite cult movies from the 80s/90s, Hocus Pocus, as any Gen X adult would. We put our own spin on what it would be like if we used Hocus Pocus as an actual parenting guide. We talked about moms supporting moms, creating our own magic potions, adventuring kids and life skills. G...
Nov 10, 2022•1 hr 12 min
I am joined by Tyler Dorsey once again for the kick off of my year long series of 1980s teen adventure moves, as if they were actual parenting guides. Join Tyler and I as we discuss MORE outdoors and free-range kids, bowling, and what shenanigans we were up to as kids. This first flagship episde for the new series is all about The Goonies; a 1985 iconic, and epic, film about a group of teens who search not only for a hidden treasure, but also how they fit into this world. If you’d like to follow...
Sep 08, 2022•1 hr
Join my friend, Victoria D, and I as we talk a little bit of woo and a little bit of practicality when it comes to raising a child with ADHD. Victoria has ADHD and we discuss how she grew up with ADHD with lots of laughs, crystal peddling, and cats. Victoria doesn’t hold back, she’s honest that it takes effort to pick up the life skills in order to adapt as a neuro-divergent person in a non-divergent world. And my biggest take away from this isn’t just that we should teach our children the basic...
Aug 25, 2022•57 min
I'm BACK! Did you miss me? In 2021 I filed for divorce and put the podcast on a hiatus. However, I had a number of episodes already recorded, waiting to be published. And now I'm back with a great discussion with Tyler Dorsey from Focus Forward ADHD. Tyler grew up with ADHD and talks about her struggles growing up and having a big disconnection with her three siblings. We went over the 1 hour time limit that I like to give myself because we were having such a great discussion. If you’d like to f...
Jun 03, 2022•1 hr 19 min
Rewind Nutrition is an online health coaching company founded by Gui and Rachael Soares. Backed by science and proven with experience; Rewind utilizes ancestral nutrition to manage chronic illnesses including but not limited to: Diabetes, Hashimoto’s, Crohn’s, Heart Disease, Anxiety, Migraines, Acid Reflux, Fatty Liver Disease, Epilepsy, etc… They reverse symptoms like Fatigue, Brain Fog, and Bloating using FOOD. Their mission is to clear the confusion around health and nutrition allowing our co...
May 14, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Janis Isaman, the founder of My Body Couture, helps people feel better in their bodies. She's highly certified in both fitness and nutrition modalities and has been quoted as a lifestyle expert in Reader's Digest, Prevention and Woman's Health. But she's not just a textbook of knowledge with a wall full of certifications. She's a very real person, who has lived through her own lifestyle and body challenges. Janis and I talked about: So many different ways to get moving Body image for kids Team s...
Apr 11, 2021•1 hr 13 min
Today’s episode is when I got to chat with Esther Nagle about using Yoga to be able to function through her ADHD symptoms by using her breath and movement. Esther lives in the U.K. and found herself using alcohol to self medicate her ADHD. Then she found Yoga to help heal herself and get sober. Another fun episode where I had a great conversation.with a really cool woman. I can’t believe how much I laughed during this conversation with Esther. Esther and I talked about her diagnosis as an adult,...
Jan 19, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Shannon is a 23 year old grad student currently studying for her Master's degree in Communications. She is a lifetime student who lives on the east coast of the U.S. Shannon wasn't diagnosed with ADHD until she was an adult, and thus not put on medication until she was 18, by personal choice. She enjoys finding different avenues of coping by getting outside, practicing mindfulness, and researching holistic ways to live with ADHD. Join us today as we discuss how Shannon grew up with ADHD without ...
Oct 24, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Personal Safety For Kids isn't about knowing how to beat someone up physically. This episode gives you ideas and tips for having a discussion with your children about who they are, where they live, what to do in an unfavorable situation, when to seek help and why these things matter. Join me today as I discuss: Building trust and not freaking out on your kids. Tricky People. The What If Game. The basic alphabet, phone numbers, and calling 911. Knowing whom is their family members. Respect for bo...
Oct 07, 2020•45 min
Join me today on an interview show with guest Ryan Cooper. Ryan and I talk about his growing up with ADHD and how he looks back on his life. This conversation was so insightful for moms of kids with ADHD and a look into the life of someone with ADHD and how they grew up with the disorder. If you're on a journey with being a mom to a child with ADHD will be helpful to gain a look into your child's mind. And although Ryan isn't the only person with ADHD on the planet, duh, he is one who has gracio...
Sep 29, 2020•1 hr 26 min
This episode was recorded at the beginning of April during the first wave that the U.S. closed down for quarantine during the SARS-COV2 outbreak in early 2020. For moms of kids with ADHD/ADD. In this episode I discuss: Mindset of the adults; Start with work in mind, instead of screens; Create a growth mindset in your child; Intrinsic v. Extrinsic motivation; and the creative suggestions for getting chores done. Here are links mentioned in the episode: CELF Study: http://celf.ucla.edu/2010_confer...
Sep 19, 2020•51 min
Meet Jessica "Dixie" Mills, of Homemade Wanderlust. An avid hiker and outdoor lover. Dixie has completed all three long distance through-hikes of the U.S. Join us for this week's episode where we discuss: The importance of hiking for kids, and WITH kids Why screen time can be damaging to kids What kids learn while outdoors How to get kids outside when nature isn't close by What to do outside in your neighborhood and your home Life Skills through a business for kids Finding hikes and hiking with ...
Aug 19, 2020•59 min
What you'll find on the Wandering Ma Podcast, for moms of kids with ADHD. Check out more at www.thewanderingma.com and find us on social media at www.instagram.com/torithewanderingma and www.facebook.com/thewanderingma . Encouraging moms to teach their kids life skills, getting outdoors with the family, and raising capable adults so we can eventually retire from our jobs as moms....
Aug 18, 2020•17 min
