Today we talk about the summer 's end and how we can take a last minute vacation. A cancer scare came into our world. Thank goodness we are okay, but let's spread the word about IBC and taking care of our families. Also Restless, a great song to check out from the PMN. Links: Breast Cancer Highest Praise Podsafe Music - Highest Praise

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New Site, New Feed, Marriage, Recycling, Cancer Update, Madden's Life Videocast, Dads and Postpartum. Links: New Website! New RSS Feed! New iTunes Feed! CorpCasting Maddens Life VideoCast Maddens Life VideoCast Feed Maddens Life VideoCast iTunes Chris Rockwell Dads and Postpartum Podsafe Music: Chub Creek

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Okay, finally another show. What are we going to leave our children - a melting world? Today we discuss global climate change and how we can vote in November to hopefully make a difference. Also the Lascivious Biddies entertain us with "I Want to Be Famous." Links: Global Warming, PBS Kids, NPR, National Geographic, and Podsafe Music - Lascivious Biddies

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How do expectations shape you? Do they propel you to greatness or cause anxiety? Maybe a little bit of both! "Redefining Life" by Margaret Feinberg may be a good resource for us. We also listen to Lee Harris and Country Sunshine from the Podsafe Music Network. Links: , Margaret Feinberg, and Podsafe Music - Lee Harris and Country Sunshine

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How are your relationships doing ? Making time for each other or too busy? Let's talk about it. The Lascivious Biddies share "Betty" from the Podsafe Music Network. Links: Human Relationships, Friendship, and Podsafe Music - The Lascivious Biddies

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As suggested by a listener, we talk about how to discipline your child - the varying methods and what really works. We listen to "Smelly Armpits" again and "Round the Bend" from Adrina Thorpe.Links: , Child Discipline, Disciplining Children, Growing Families Intl., Podsafe Music - Egerton Boyz, Podsafe Music - Adrina Thorpe

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I hope you had a great holiday and are off to a great new start. Let's talk about what the New Year will look like. I am still trying to figure out how to keep my family fed and healthy without going nuts, and what about margarine? I share "Smelly Armpits" with you from The Egerton Boyz from the Podsafe Music Network. Links: Podsafe Music - The Egerton Boyz

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What does your family look like? Can you afford your children? What about the woman who has 16? Today we chat about these and other topics. I also leave you with another great Adrina Thorpe song, "Round the Bend." Links: Podsafe Music - Adrina Thorpe

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Today we discuss potty training, listen to Adrina Thorpe's "Did you Think", and I share about how cancer has shown up in my family. Links: Potty Training Concepts, Toilet Training, EZ-Train, and Adrina Thorpe

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Hello friends. It's been a while! Let's catch up and listen to Brad Sucks' " Sick As A Dog" from the Podsafe Music Network. Links: Brad Sucks

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Today we discuss how our "at home" skills aid us in the work place. Are you a desperate housewife or a chief family officer? No song today - just a bit of chat. Have a great weekend. Links: , Families and Work, and Jobs and Moms

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It's been a while! How are you? Today we talk about stress and its ailments. We listen to "Set Me Free" by Dj Topshelf from the Podsafe Music Network. Maybe it will inspire us to get moving and let off some steam. Links: St. Luke's Online, and Podsafe Music - DJ Topshelf

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Communication is one the topics today. Why is it such a bugger? Also, women and abuse - what does it look like? As usual we have a Podsafe Music Network tune, "24 Hours in the Life" by Madsumo. Oh, and have a great weekend! Links: , Family Abuse, Family Violence, Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and Podsafe Music - Madsumo

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Today is cleaning toilets Tuesday, so I scrub as we discuss "Katrina." I also share an interesting story about hair removal.To host a family you can call The Department of Housing at 1-866-641-8102. We also listen to "Suffer the Loss" by Wendisue from the Podsafe Music Network. Links: , FEMA, Do Something, Red Cross, Catholic Charities, and Podsafe Music - Wendisue

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Hello friends. Today I am having a pity potty moment, so please indulge me. I had a listen to the house democrats podcast on the right to vote and it got me thinking. I would love to know what your thoughts are on this topic. Links: , Voting Rights, Commercial Free Childhood, and Podsafe Music - Option42

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Today I talk about what it's like to homeschool my children. Number One reaches first grade and Number Two starts Kindergarten. Links: , Getting Started, Family Education, K12, Unschooling, Private Schools Directory, and Podsafe Music - Mark Laforme

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Today I talk about the importance (or not) of money and how it affects family life. No show notes until my husband gets back. Sorry!

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Okay my friends, today we discuss religious tolerance. What is it anyway? Also, a Mars update and a great song from the Podsafe Music Network: "My Friend" by Denis Kitchen. Have a great day. Links: , Religious Tolerance, Mars Hoax, and Podsafe Music - Denis Kitchen

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Today we listen to a song called Girl Fight, by Vincent Van Go Go, and discuss taking a compliment. Why can't we do it? Links: , Real Beauty, Women Central, and Podsafe Music - Vincent Van Go Go

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Stop! Where are your kids right now? Today we will discuss keeping our little guys safe and listen to "Play it Straight" by Stingray. Links: , Get Net Wise, Women Central, Protecting Our Kids, and Podsafe Music - Stingray.

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Today's show was inspired by cutting a grocery budget that took a turn for the worst. The links will help you save a few pennies. Links: , Fabulous Foods, Stretcher, My Mama Said, and Podsafe Music - Denis Kitchen

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Thanks to a listener who suggested the topic of exercising during pregnancy, I did a little digging and found a number of helpful sites to keep you in shape while preparing for baby. Links: , Runners World, Pilates Connection, Kids Health, Baby Fit, and Podsafe Music - The Egerton Boyz

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I've returned from vacationing and get a bit of disappointing news despite a great week with the family. Links: , OSU Family Life, Helping Children Understand Divorce, Co-Dependancy Fact Sheet, Poems for Moms, and Podsafe Music - Lisa Bell

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Today I play a great Acid Jazz track from KCentric while talking about the benfits of having a Doula for your pregnancy and delivery. Also - don't forget to hit the forum and post your comments, suggestions, and questions. Links: KCentric , Childbirth Without Fear, DONA, and Definition of a Doula

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Today I take a stroll with #3 and talk about breast pumping. Never enough time, despite juggling careers and motherhood. I also read a great Mother's Day poem, and play some Podsafe Music from Simpatico. Links: La Leche League , About.com/Homeschooling, and Podsafe Music from Simpatico

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Today I check-in with the Desperate Sister-in-Law, who is a new mother with her first child. We talk about the challenges and struggles moms face during those first few months, especially when babies have trouble sleeping. Links: Podsafe Music is Mike Chappelear, Dr. Spock, Amby Baby, and Ask Dr. Sears.

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I'm back from vacation and have joined the Podsafe Music Network. I also talk about how much marketing impacts our children. It's almost a disease! Podsafe Music: Tuere, Links: Commercial Free Childhood, Corp Watch, and Mothering Magazine .

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Today I squeeze in a Podcast while driving my gas guzzling SUV. And I invite you to join my new forum. A big thanks to Chris Rockwell from The Daily Download for setting this up for me, and to Sue9000 from The Extra Super Action Show for her comments about the PMS Podcast.

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Today I talk about being a single parent , a topic I am vaguely familiar with. I am also interrupted by my hubby. Such is life in our home! Have a laugh with me as I read a funny note that was forwarded and seriously, see how women's lives are impacted by the conflict in Iraq. Links: Single Parent Central, Parents World, and Runners World .

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Read a magazine and found a couple of websites and I found some help and some possible answers. Yippee! Here are some links I found: NCPA and Handbag.

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Today I melt down while driving to the kids' baseball game. I need help with how to deal with raging hormones and the physiology that always seems to get in the way of my good intentions.

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Tonight I discuss some of the unknown risks of circumcision. It's a tough choice for your newborn, but here are some sites for info: Not Just Skin and Ask Doctor Sears. Have no fear of important information!

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Today I discuss exercise versus some of the easier ways out, all while pumping breast milk so I can finally make my husband watch number 3. Enjoy!

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Tonight I go ballistic while trying to keep my voice down. I discuss waterparks, T-ball, and other crap while trying to pick up after my messy family.

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While cleaning the toilets, I talk about the intruders in my life, including my ex-husband and my husband's ex-wife. Listen to me catch my breath while working up a lather!

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Today I uncover the mysteries of vaccinations. Very few people do the research and make informed decisions based upon risk and/or family history. You'd be surprised what I've discovered!

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Hope you had a great Memorial Day weekend. Today I talk about embracing your season, and I don't mean your color scheme. I ask the question: Where are you in your life? Check it out.

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Today I talk about the 5 love languages while relaxing in a nice hot bubble bath (compliments of my hubby), having a glass of wine. Hope you enjoy.

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First off, I hate the picture from my "Hey Ladies" Podcast. My husband picked it. Today's show is about a 60 minutes story I saw about abstinence. Give it a listen.

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Hey Ladies. Today I ask for your help in what the heck this Podcast should be all about. I'm looking for feedback on what type of show you'd like to hear, along with what types of subjects you'd like me to talk about. Download my show and send me feedback at The Desperate Housewife. Enjoy the show.

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Hey Everyone, My husband wouldn't stop bugging me about doing a Podcast, so I'm starting today. I'm a mother of 3 boys, the youngest one being 10 weeks old. This is the first day of my opportunity to love up, and put the hammer down upon, my husband and kids. I'll talk about my daily life, struggles, successes, and I'll even share tips on how I cope with the mess and the mayhem. - The Desperate Housewife.

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