Episodes
Published 04/30/21
14% of students in public school have an IEP (Individual Education Plan). But as a parent, getting the evaluation and services you want from the school district is often challenging. Join me as I chat with author Aaron Wright as we discuss our respective journeys with the school district and what we have learned so far. If you are just starting out on this path, unhappy with your current services, or have a suspicion your kid might be behind and needing extra help, this one is for you!  ...
Published 04/30/21
April is Autism Awareness Month! 1 out of 54 kids is diagnosed on the spectrum. To raise awareness, I'm joined by Megan Carranza, host of the "Adventures in Autism" podcast to talk about everything we wish parents of neurotypical kids knew about our kids. We cover sensory issues, communication devices, school, hyperlexia, advocacy and much more. If you are a parent to a neurotypical child, know someone who is Autistic, or just curious about the Autism community, this one is for you!  Megan...
Published 04/09/21
Making the decision to grow your family is a hugely personal decision, unique to every couple. Sometimes the decision is obvious, sometimes it's a "woops" and sometimes, it's deliberate. Join me as I chat with Rachel Olson about making the decision to have another baby after her second was premature. We talk about coping with Mom Guilt, how having a third changes the family dynamic, and what it's like going back to ground zero after you've crossed the diaper hurdle.  Rachel Olson is the host...
Published 03/26/21
Everybody knows that stress is a libido killer. And by this point we are well aware that living through a global pandemic is pretty stressful too. Join me as I chat with social media superstar Tova Leigh about how she realized her libido has taken a major dip because of the pandemic, why she's ok with it (for now), and what she plans to do about it moving forward. We talk about why it's important to normalize the natural ebbs and flows of sex drive and a woman's body parts. We might also...
Published 03/12/21
Did you know that one out of sixty kids these days are being diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum? That means if you know 60 kids, statistically speaking one of them is Autistic. Today we go behind the scenes with Wendy Garafalo about what it's like to be in charge of raising one of these extraordinary, but very different, kids. We talk about how to be a good friend to a mom who is on this journey, and why neurodiversity is cool and should actually be celebrated. If you have neurotypical kids,...
Published 02/26/21
It has been almost a year since many parts of the USA and the world went into its first series of lockdowns to help combat the Coronavirus. So for this episode I asked listeners for tips and tricks that have worked for them to figure out some time and space to foster romance with their partners, even within the confines of a global pandemic where date nights and babysitters are just not a thing. I also share what has worked for me in my marriage, as well as some surefire romance killers. Join...
Published 02/12/21
I chat with ScaryMommy Staff Writer @21stCenturySAHM about why motherhood is harder than she expected. She talks about why it's OK if motherhood doesn't fulfill your every desire, and what to do about it. This is for any mom struggling with their identity or feelings of unfulfillment or guilt for wanting something more even when they know they are so blessed. We also talk about the joys of homeschooling kids during Covid and not wearing a real bra since March. Join us! 
Published 01/29/21
I chat with Allison Cullen about how having a baby totally altered her brain structure, resulting in a massive career shift! Previously analytical, her creativity exploded post child birth.  After 15 years in accounting, she followed her passions (and manifestations), made a practical plan, and now helps moms find more energy and ease through Human Design. HD is a tool that combines personality tests, the Chakra System and Astrology to help people live with more energy and in the flow of...
Published 01/22/21
2020 was a rough year, and many of us joked about wanting to leave our husbands. But for some of us, it may have been a bit more than just a joke. Join us as we chat all things divorce and separation with Family Law Attorney, Janina Verano. Janina educates us on the most common reasons why marriages fail, how to protect yourself if you're the SAHM or the working mom, and the three different kinds of divorce. A must listen for anyone considering divorce or separation, or if you know someone...
Published 01/14/21
Did you know that 95% of your beliefs about yourself and the world are governed by your subconscious? Did you know that your subconscious is fully formed by the time you're about 7? What if instead of having to heal your inner child as a grown up, your inner child was actually OK because your parents made a conscious effort to build a healthy subconscious in you from the start? Join us as we chat with April Behunin, a RTT Therapist and Hypnotist about how to build a healthy subconscious in...
Published 01/07/21
Join me as I chat with Sarah the Wine CEO, and hear her recommendations for the perfect wines for Happy Hours at Home. We cover cabs, pinots, whites and rose, because, let’s face it, we’ll all be hunkering down for a while.  I ask her all the things you’ve always wanted to ask a sommelier, like: How long can you keep an open bottle of wine? Are those wine preservers really worth it? Which is better, a wine club from a winery or a curated mix? And, does red really give you a worse hangover?
Published 12/29/20
Lindsay Schwartz, CCO of Leopard USA opens up about what it's like to be the primary breadwinner of the family. She talks about how she balances the demands of her job along with the demands of keeping her kids, husband and house happy. She shares her "mom regrets" and her support system details. She tells us what her number one priority is, and why she does not read self-help books. A must listen for any working woman. Join us!
Published 12/14/20
Welcome to No Sex in the Suburbs! A podcast about marriage, sex, and momming so hard. In this podcast we explore what it means to be a modern woman, mother, lover, wife, and friend. Topics include: what it's like to be the breadwinner of the family, going from the corporate world to creative self-employment, how to be a good friend to an Autism mom, a sommelier's recommendations for the best daily drinking wines, romance in the time of Covid and more. Join us!
Published 12/12/20