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Each year children die from over-heating while in a car.  We speak to Janette Fennell from Kids and Cars to learn how this happens and how to prevent such tragedies.  If you think this could not happen to your child, that thought might put you at the most risk.  Listen to discover simple strategies to prevent your family from becoming a statistic.

We chat with Tricia and find out how life is going after a move to Las Vegas.  We discuss our experiences in Vegas and how Tricia and her family are adjusting.  Join us for a TON of laughs!

We introduce our newest co-host Hadley and discuss some innovative products to take with you when you are traveling with babies and toddlers. If you want to try some of the products we discuss, we have an exclusive Babies & Moms promotion code to receive a discount on any order including Plum Organics foods from ecomom.com now through the end of April. Use promotion code: RADIO15 Promotion is good once per customer through April 30.

We talk with friend of the show, Carlyn McKee, about her experiences with Elimination Communication (EC).  She shares what it has been like to be able to go mostly diaper-free with her baby.  If you have ever wondered what it is like to help your baby learn to potty at a very early age, you must check this out!

Claire Lerner from Zero to Three talks about how to handle your child’s physical self-discovery and self-pleasure.  Listen for great tips on how to keep your emotions in check when addressing this and other potentially challenging developmental milestones. For more information about early childhood development and parent resources, visit Zero to Three.

Free education might not be so free when you see the fees and other things you may be required to pay for your child in public schools.  Shelly shares tips on how to deal with this expense which all seems to hit at the same time.  We also chat about the new little bag we found and love–the Lilly May Bag. Check it out at www.lillymaebags.com This is a MOM Podcast show. Update: Nancy spent over $100 paying for extra things and fees for her son’s free education!

Listeners, We’ve taken the month of August off and are having some shake-ups.  One host is moving, another host has a family matter to attend to.  So, we will be posting shows from the MOM Podcast for a few weeks while we get our lives in gear.

Losing weight is hard and sometimes we stop trying for reasons that may or may not be worth it.  Hear how to overcome stinkin thinkin and get back on track.  Stacey kindly shares her struggles and lets Kristi lead her in a Breakthrough. Want to try the Free 7 Day Trial?  Go to Free 7 Day Trial Look for Part 2–some incredible material is in Part 2 as well!

Sleep Expert Jami Kent is back with us to discuss toddler sleep. Jami gives us some suggestions on how to preserve and reinstate the toddler nap. For more information on sleep consulting with Jami, visit her website BB Sleep Solutions.

Chrissy Cianflone from Safe Kids USA shares information about the recent sling recall. For more information about Safe Kids, visit safekids.org.

We ask a trusted Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Dr. Brandy Garrett, some of our most embarrassing questions.  We discuss post-partum intimacy challenges, anxiety-provoking decisions about preparing for your annual exam, if shaving or waxing can be harmful and other questions that generally do not come up in a standard medical office visit. This is the first of a recurring series so if you have any questions for Dr. Garrett, please send them our way!

Meet our two new hosts, Sarah and Ali, as we review 3 baby products that you won’t find at your standard chain baby store, 2 of which are specially designed for preemies but are also great for full-term babies. Tummy Tub The Zaky & Kangaroo Zak

The creators of Kristi Approved, a program that includes all of Stacey’s rules for getting healthy and losing weight, chat with us.  If you are struggling to get back you body, listen up and learn how to Live the Life.  This show is packed with 7 Keys for Success and how you can start right now using the Life the Life FREE 7-day start plan. The MOM Podcast hosts will be using this program and will be reporting on their successes in upcoming shows.   If you are interested in this topic, email us and join our Fit Moms discussion by email.  We email to each other with results every Friday.

Nancy, Shelly and Stacey are now the hosts of a great new podcast called The MOM Podcast.  This show discusses the MOM Podcast and what is coming up!  Be sure to tune in–now you have two great podcasts to listen to! Please rate our podcasts in iTunes so other moms will see them and iTunes will feature them! Link to MOM Podcast in iTunes

Laura Wellington, creator of the Wumblers, discusses how to talk to children about death and how she turned tragedy into triumph. Laura’s story of personal tragedy and how she helped her children through the experience will give you insight into how you might deal with a similar situation.  Being prepared to know how to talk with your children (even though we hope you never have to) can ease the burden you might face. Also, learn how Laura’s creation, the Wumblers, is helping teach values to children!