On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas share the events that took place during their road trip from Texas to Maine, including the challenges they faced during the journey and the unexpected adventures along the way. They discuss the realities of traveling with a toddler and the humorous but also terrifying moments that will forever be remembered. They reflect on late-night hotel horrors, discuss their favorite true crime podcasts for the drive, and share hilarious moments like videoing prank calls with their friends during their stop in North Carolina before finishing the drive home to set-up up for Hayden’s Two Let the Dogs Out birthday party!

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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas open the episode talking about Comedian Jenny Yang sharing a series of photos, holding the ever-popular letter board with her fertility failures and then they discuss the viral Bike Video by the Spain based sportswear brand Siroko which went viral because of parent’s growing concerns about giving children cell phones due to the risk of addiction and the loss of childhood; they talk about the age requirements most parents set for their children to have cell phones vs. their preparation and maturity level requirements. Enjoy Mamas!

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This episode Sonia and Jessica are bringing you the inspiring HOPEisode story of Lyndsay Kalista written in her own words for LiveHealthy.MUHealth.org. Lyndsay is a nurse and IBCLC Lactation Consultant at MU Health Care and a Mama who endured fertility issues, disappointment and devastating loss before finally being blessed with her miracle baby! Sonia and Jessica open the episode with some encouraging stories for women who have gone through IVF resulting in one viable embryo ready for transfer! Thank you for listening and enjoy!

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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas open the episode by momsplaining the new parenting style that’s making its way into the spotlight, how to teach children important life lessons before they think you’re uncool, and then they dive into the viral Instagram post by @mamapsychologists about what millennial parents are teaching their children that they were NOT taught. It’s no secret that millennials feel spicy about this topic, they probably all need therapy, most are a little bitter tbh, slightly emotionally unstable; and of course, paranoid about leaving a spec of food on their plates at dinner time; but overall, they’re doing okay. Enjoy!

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Topics discussed in this episode:

(03:12) This Is Going To Be A Great Episode… With No Bloopers

(4:31) The New(Ish) Parenting Style That’s Gaining Momentum

(7:48) Start Teaching Them Before They Become Tweens!

(20:25) What Millennial Parents Were NOT Taught That They’re Making Sure They Teach Their Children

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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas explore three postpartum challenges that many new mamas face while taking care of their newborns, with insights and encouraging thoughts from moms who have felt the same! Sonia and Jessica also confront the major parenting elephant in the room, they’ve really been dragging their feet on this one; but they’re finally diving in to the new warning label that’s been placed on parenting. Crediting Dr. Becky, AKA ‘The Millennial Parenting Whisperer’, for reaching out to the man himself to put forth some solutions and actionable strategies to help parents survive… well… parenting; IYKYK. They also share one of Dr. Becky’s very insightful instagram reels to help you help your toddler through some big big feelings without the cortisol spike. Enjoy!

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Topics discussed in this episode:

(3:44) Lala Kent Had Her Second Baby & Is Now Posting Her Postpartum Body On Instagram

(5:51) Jessica’s Exciting Announcement & Postpartum Bra Shopping

(6:27) The Unofficial Cliff Notes For This Episode

(9:00) Welcome To This Episode On Postpartum Life

(21:03) The Parenting Warning Label & What The Millennial Parenting Whisperer has to Say On the Matter

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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas are joined by Victoria Fritz to discuss Selena Gomez’s recent conversation with Vanity Fair about her future journey to motherhood, Victoria’s path to surrogacy, the full surrogacy process, what to expect if you’re considering surrogacy, lactation induction, IVF in real life, Victoria’s new surrogacy app called BabyBumps™ and so much more on surrogacy life behind the scenes. All things surrogacy, all things ‘pregnancy is not my skill’, very Handmaid’s Tale... Enjoy!

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Topics discussed in this episode:

2:17 For Selena Gomez, the Path to Motherhood Will Look A Little Different &

5:51 Guest Victoria Fritz’s Diagnosis

7:33 Surrogacy In The Media

9:48 Welcome Victoria Fritz From The BabyBumps™ App

10:16 Victoria’s Path to Surrogacy

13:35 The Process of IVF and Surrogacy

25:23 'The New Dating App For Surrogacy'

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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas discuss one of the growing struggles that many mamas are facing with the advances in fertility treatments. IVF has brought new hope to women who are struggling to conceive; and now, many are facing an unanticipated emotional dilemma: what to do with the extra embryos that they worked so hard to create. Sonia and Jessica present a question from a mama on the Mums Over 40 Facebook Group about what to do with her extra embryos, then they talk through the options and how to choose the right one for you, should you find yourself in the position of multiple miracle em-babies. Enjoy!

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Topics discussed in this episode:

(02:29) Update From the 40 & Fertile AF Episode

(05:38) Intro: The Emotional Dilemma Of Extra IVF Embryos

(07:15) The Cost Of Storing Your Frozen Embryos

(08:13) The Options For Those With Extra Embryos

(19:08) Emily Simpson From Real House Wives’ Extra IVF Embryo Story

(19:50) Anonymous Mama’s Extra IVF Embryo Story

(21:21) Making The Big & Emotional Decision With Clarity

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Sonia and Jessica share the fun mom Fall experience checklist to do with your littles and mom friends this season! The Mamas start with a chat about the unhinged Netflix series ‘Baby Fever’ and what makes it worth your watch! Next, they dive into Fall; the ten best Fall things to do with your little ones, friends and family this season! It’s the first week of September! So, if you start this list now, you might get to enjoy most of it before the Halloween costume shopping… and/or DIYing takes over! If you’re pregnant with your first or on your way to your miracle baby, still have all these amazing Fall experiences, but make them adult style! Enjoy Mama!

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Topics discussed in this episode:

(02:44) ‘Baby Fever’ On Netflix

(05:12) Intro: It’s September… Already

(06:21) The Fun Mom Fall Experience Checklist To Do With Your Little Ones & Your Mom Friends

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