The MOM Podcast

We discuss whether or not to pay our kids allowances and we also discuss the Stewardship system used by Stacey's family.  For more on the Stewardship system, you can check out our podcast where Stacey discusses the specifics.

Traveling with children, parents and grandparents can be a bonding experience but it can also be difficult on the nerves.  Learn what to expect and how to set everyone's expectations so that your trip is a bonding experience and not a blow up.

Dr. Andie discusses how to teach your kids how to differentiate the truth of their thoughts and to get rid of their negative thoughts.  Dr. Andie is the author of More than Saying I Love You (http://www.drandie.com/). We also talk about the Box4Blox (http://www.box4blox.com/) that has saved us from the insanity of thousands of Lego pieces we can't sort through.  Nancy's son has been using it for a week and loves being able to sort and find what he wants.  (file:///Users/Nancy/Library/Caches/TemporaryItems/moz-screenshot.png)Check this totally cool gadget out! (http://www.themompodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/exploded-view1-300x150.jpg) We give it our Squeal of Approval! (http://www.themompodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/SquealSmall.jpg)

Stacey discusses when kids are ready to date and how to handle helping them get ready to experience the feelings and emotions that come with dating.  Great information for any parent of a tween!

Nancy and Karen discuss the merits of visiting relatives that live far away.  Is it worth it to take precious vacation time and family money to spend time with relatives? What do the kids get out of it and how does it help your family?

We found a hidden treasure for vacations and family reunions where you can see ancient ruins up close, swim and have access to dozens of national parks and monuments. Blanding, Utah--the name sounds bad, but the place is amazing.  Listen and learn where you might want to plan your next vacation. The Abajo Haven Guest Cabins (http://www.abajohaven.com/) was our Base Camp and Bill was our incredible guide and amazing chef.  His ranch and his family are wonderful! His knowledge of the area in encyclopedic.  And his ribs are delicious! The wonderful museum is the Edge of the Cedars State Park and Museum (http://www.utah.com/stateparks/edge_of_cedars.htm)--really it is incredible and has wonderful programs for families.

When should you let your child choose her own clothes and should you worry about how he is dressed when he leaves the house (no coat in winter for example).  Seasoned mothers who have survived years of the battle discuss what is important and what you should let slide.

When was the last time you got to see the stars--(http://www.themompodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/SeeStars-225x300.jpg)the celestial ones that really are beautiful?  We discuss ways to introduce kids to star gazing and taking advantage of your local planetarium or local star gazing groups to see planets as well as stars.  Introducing your kids to the night sky can have incredible educational benefits.  Lear more today!

If you have a smart phone and use it to take pictures, you need to listen to this show to keep your family safe.  People may be tracking you because of pictures you take with your camera and post online.  Learn more on today's show.

Robyn Openshaw, the Green Smoothie Girl, discusses her new book The Adventures of Junk Food Dude (http://www.greensmoothiegirl.com/books/pre-order-robyns-new-childrens-book/) and how it can help kids understand why junk food isn't good for us and what alternatives there are. (file:///Users/Nancy/Library/Caches/TemporaryItems/moz-screenshot.png)

Nancy, her kids and her mom experience Grand Canyon West (http://www.grandcanyonwest.com/) on the Hualapai Reservation in Arizona.  This is not the Grand Canyon you remember from childhood--there are cowboys (http://www.themompodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/GrandCanyonWest-300x200.jpg)and Native Americans, cultural experiences, great food, hikes and of course the Skywalk--4,000 feet above the Colorado.  Listen to their experience and plan a trip!  It was a amazing.

Dr. Andie discusses the actual roots of Mother's Day and how we can recapture its essence and have a wonderful day ourselves by taking care of ourselves.  Dr. Andie is the author of More than Saying I Love You (http://www.drandie.com/).  This show is just what you need to make Mother's Day great for yourself.

Stacey shares tips for how she manages a family of 11 on a single salary.  Learn how budgeting works to keep the family debt free and happy! To listen to other current shows, go to the MOMs on Athena365 (http://www.athena365.com/stations/themompodcast).

Stacey shares tips for how she manages a family of 11 on a single salary. Learn how budgeting works to keep the family debt free and happy! To listen to other current shows, go to the MOMs on Athena365.

Stacey shares tips for how she manages a family of 11 on a single salary.  Learn how budgeting works to keep the family debt free and happy! To listen to other current shows, go to the MOMs on Athena365 (http://www.athena365.com/stations/themompodcast).