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Becoming Parents Podcast
All about the struggles, surprises, joys, and exhaustion of birth and birthwork. Sharing stories about birth, birthwork, and everything it entails - infertility, miscarriage, pregnancy, labor and delivery, bottle feeding, breastfeeding & relactation, self-care after birth, sex to get pregnant and after kids, birth options, to medicate or not to medicate, adoption, midwife vs hospital, and running a successful birthwork business.
Episodes
Becoming Parents PodcastHer dad died, she had a brain tumor, woke up with the right side of her face paralyzed, and started a blog to show others how she got through it - with Natalie Epps
Natalie is one of the brave women who is willing to be open about her struggle and it isn't easy. Most of us get to hide behind our insecurities, but her…
Becoming Parents PodcastThey've been together over 14 years, are minimalists and have a travel vlog that's amazing - with Kristen & Siya
What does it take to stay together for over 14 years? Since high school no less AND as minimalists living in a renovated airstream? That's just a bit of what…
Becoming Parents PodcastRape, lymphoma, bulimia, meth addiction, robbing houses, jail and DUI - with Melissa Monte
Melissa has been through a lot. Rape, losing her dad to lymphoma, surviving 8 years of bulimia, dating a meth addict who robbed houses, going to jail and a DUI…
Becoming Parents PodcastBeing raised with only girls, getting a Masters degree, suicides and the police force and debilitating depression - with Craig Nielson
Craig and I discuss what it was like being raised with all girls, earning his Masters, being on the police force, the moments that changed his life and his own…
Becoming Parents PodcastSurgery to remove a tumor, hidden answers and changing your trajectory - with Kristen Jaskulski
Kristen, who is an amazing example of resilience. A girl who loved sports, Kristen had head injuries that ultimately led to a very risky surgery. The surgery…
Becoming Parents PodcastFemale minority, low-income, college degree, marathon runner, mom and traveler of every continent - with Steph Peterson
Steph and I get REAL about being a female minority who came from a low-income family. She was the first one to attend college - thanks to a program called TRIO…
Becoming Parents PodcastDiabetes, blindness, dialysis, suicide, infidelity, not having children, clinical depression, and therapy - with Karyn Beach
Karyn is candid about her moms diabetes, watching her go blind, go through dialysis and a suicide attempt and ultimately losing her at the tender age of 15…
Becoming Parents PodcastAlcoholic parents, mental illness, dad's suicide, being a single parent, GED, and being a corporate executive - with Carmen Reed-Gilkison
I loved this interview! Camen was so raw about her life with alcoholic parents, her moms mental illness, her dads suicide, being a single mom, getting her GED…
Becoming Parents PodcastBipolar, dysfunction and abuse, fearing for her life, learning to parent and feeling lonely - with Jen Vertanen
Jen and I talked about being raised with a bipolar dad in dysfunction and abuse, fearing for her life. Through trial and error, Jen has learned how to Mother…
Becoming Parents PodcastPlus-sized model, finding your healthy, a blog and podcast and 3 college degrees - with Christian Simone
Christian Simone is a lover of beauty, health and Sprinkle's vegan cupcakes.TheChristianSimone.com is an expression of life as a plus-sized black woman who…
Becoming Parents PodcastFirst in family to get a college degree, growing up multi-generational, asthma, cerebral-palsy, spina bifida, drug & alcohol abuse, and crippling anxiety - with Devon Trube
Devon is a fellow podcaster and all around great person. We discuss being the first in his family to get a college degree, growing up with asthma in a…
Becoming Parents PodcastLife in the military, alcohol abuse, motorcycle accident, surgeries, PTSD and launching a business that's veteran owned with - JD Tierney
JD and I talk about being in the military, losing family members, alcohol abuse, the importance of family, reinventing yourself and getting your shit together…
Becoming Parents PodcastEating disorders, body image, becoming a personal trainer and motivation others - with Lisa Lynch
Lisa is my friend and I'm so proud that she was willing to discuss a tough subject. Eating disorders and body image. First I go over some unnerving stats and…
Becoming Parents PodcastLosing a parent to cancer, being a best-selling author, taking dance lessons, building a business while working full-time, speaking several languages and running half-marathons - with Brian Drury
I love Brian's attitude and energy even while talking about losing his Mom to cancer, being young (27) but being a best selling author, having his own business…
Becoming Parents PodcastPublished author helping couples with a book that's a pre-marriage class - with Olivia Baylor
Olivia and I have a candid conversation about growing up in a tough neighborhood, how important education is, having balance in relationships - especially when…
Becoming Parents PodcastSuicide, depression, being saved by the gaming community and paying it forward - with Will aka Jack Strider
Will - also known as Jack Strider on his twitch account for gaming and video, shares with me his insights on depression and suicide, how the gaming community…
Becoming Parents PodcastSexual and physical abuse, alcoholism, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, being a Marine and having an emotional service dog - with Paul Gowin
Paul and I met at a public speaker's conference and his story resonated with me so much that I couldn't wait to have him on the show. If you're wanting a story…
Becoming Parents PodcastHunters syndrome, pain and surgeries, changing diet and embracing self-improvement - with Zayd Jawad
Zayd and I met at a public speaking conference and I knew I wanted him to be a guest on my podcast Zayd opens up about his disease - Hunters Syndrome - what it…
Becoming Parents PodcastA surprise wedding, running a business together, creating an online community and being your own worst obstacle - with Brian & Carrie
I was looking forward to this interview with two genuine, raw and lovely individuals. We talked about depression, suicide, bankruptcy, dysfunction in…
Becoming Parents PodcastGrowing up in poverty, abuse, depression, anxiety and being anointed by God - with Ann-Marie Graham
Ann-Marie and I discuss growing up in poverty, abuse, depression, anxiety, finding yourself and your true desires. I loved talking with Ann-Marie, located in…
Becoming Parents PodcastDivorce, infidelity, floods, divorce, raising kids and running a business - with Susie Eastman
Susie and I have a candid conversation about floods, marriage, infidelity, divorce, raising kids and starting a business Susie and I met at a 3-day women's…
Becoming Parents PodcastWorld travel, searching for a cure for ulcerative colitis, faith and healing - with Matthew J. Murphy
Matt takes us on his journey living with ulcerative colitis, but he helps with all digestive disorders. Matt has an incredible story of Faith, Healing, and…
Becoming Parents PodcastA former chubby kid to fitness enthusiast with a goal to reduce obesity by 10% - with Tim Cruse
Tim owns Be Strong Fitness in Reno, NV and his goal is to reduce obesity in Reno by 10% which is 50,000 people!! Tim talks frankly about being the chubby kid…
Becoming Parents PodcastBeing left at the altar, using eHarmony to find love, infertility and running a business - with Angela Wagner
Angela Wagner has long found her passion in helping others identify and pursue their own happiness and goals. An experienced life coach and the owner and…
Becoming Parents PodcastDiscussing the many masks we wear, coming into your own and being a health coach - with Meg Shea
Meg is your gal if you want to live a healthier lifestyle and learn how to remove the masks we put on in life. She's a friend worth having! Meg is happy to…
Becoming Parents PodcastObesity and trying every diet, he created a game and wrote a book about it - with Ralph Peterson
It was so much fun to visit with Ralph. Catching up with old friends is how I want everyone listening to feel! Ralph and I went to high school together and -…
Becoming Parents PodcastRaised in foster care in Puerto Rico, army life, finding family and 7 siblings - with Johnny Saldivia
Johnny was put in foster care in Puerto Rico at the age of one where he remained until he joined the army. With 7 children in the home, plus the reconnecting…
Becoming Parents PodcastA rare bone disorder, being 3' tall, hiring prostitutes and finding love - with Sean Stephenson
WOW! Is the best way I can sum up this podcast! Sean was amazing - raw and honest and empowering! We discussed Sean's life, his battles and struggles and how…
Becoming Parents PodcastDeath of a parent at 9, alcohol abuse, emotional detachment and learning how to connect - with Hector Bassett
Hang on for a raw adventure into loss, grief, parenting and forging ahead Hector is raw about his past and even his present! From his "mum's" death when he was…
Becoming Parents PodcastCulinary school, social worker, photographer, comic, obesity and running marathons - with Latoya Shauntay Snell
Latoya and I talk real issues - body issues, infertility, being a mom, diets, weight loss, growing up in the hood. I'm an eighties kid who takes herself…
Becoming Parents PodcastDomestic violence, strict religion and turning divorce into The Divorce Strategist with - Laura Aiello
Laura is a friend and a kindred spirit. I'm thankful she candidly spoke about domestic violence, being raised in a strict religion and her triumph and…
Becoming Parents PodcastFinding a niche with a beverage for athletes, finding balance and staying in love with his wife - with Dr Aaron Hinde
A fantastic conversation with Aaron with LifeAID beverage about life, finding balance with family, success and failure! I loved how candid Aaron was about his…
Becoming Parents PodcastBorn without hands, now inspiring others - with Mike Alt
Mike and I chat openly about dating, living life, succeeding and conquering the world around you while having a disability! I am blessed to call this man my…
Becoming Parents PodcastFrom fame to couchsurfing, comedy, family, and being a long-distance dad - with Willie Macc
Willie Macc and I chat and have a blast! He's a fun, outgoing gentleman that I'm so happy to know Willie and I chat about his rise and fall in fame, comic…
Becoming Parents PodcastAddiction, bankruptcy and building an international business - with Neil Moore
HOW TO NOT ONLY SURVIVE BUT THRIVE THROUGH BANKRUPTCY, TRADITIONAL PIANO LESSONS AND ADDICTION!! Neil and I chatted about his life, his struggles - including a…
Becoming Parents PodcastHelping kids in the foster care system in a global way - with Dr John DeGarmo
John is a kindred spirit whom I found on LinkedIn via professional contacts in the same field. He tells the grim story of foster children and why - despite the…
Becoming Parents PodcastThey moved from another country, started a family and a business - with Meli Anna
CREATING A HOME BUSINESS, RAISING A FAMILY, STAYING FIT AND ACTIVE AS A RUNNER Meli Anna (and her husband) share their journey of starting a home business…
Becoming Parents PodcastLearn how you can restore your health - with Carolyn Dolan
CAROLYN'S DRIVE TO HELP OTHERS HOLISTICALLY WITH THEIR HEALTH INSPIRED HER TO WRITE A BOOK - "SOAR INTO HEALTH" I've had some great conversations with Carolyn…
Becoming Parents PodcastNew Yorker owning a fitness center in Oakland has it's challenges - with Noah Kinner
NOAH DISCUSSES WITH ME HOW HE BUILT HIS FITNESS CENTER, THE CHALLENGES HE ENDURED, MEETING HIS WIFE AND FINDING THAT ALL TOO ELUSIVE BALANCE I "met" Noah when…
Becoming Parents PodcastBringing kindness to schools is a challenge - with Brian Williams of Think Kindness
BRIAN SHARES HIS DESIRE TO BRING KINDNESS TO ONE SCHOOL AT A TIME, IN THE HOPES THAT CHILDREN WHO LEARN TO BE KIND EARLY ON WILL CONTINUE THE TREND Brian and I…
Becoming Parents PodcastCerebral Palsy didn't stop her from living her life - with Win Kelly Charles
WHAT'S IT REALLY LIKE TO LIVE WITH CEREBRAL PALSY? TO HAVE OTHERS PUT LIMITATIONS ON YOU Win and I chatted about working in pre-school, with special needs…
Becoming Parents PodcastFrom a dysfunctional childhood to elite athlete trainer - Matt Pendola
HE MIGHT BE MY BROTHER AND WE NEVER KNEW.... OR AT LEAST MY NEIGHBOR SINCE WE GREW UP SO SIMILARLY Matt and I chatted about growing up in abuse and…
Becoming Parents PodcastMinimalist who removed toxic relationships and became a business coach - with Erica Duran
HOW DO YOU GO FROM ORGANIZING OTHER PEOPLE'S LIVES TO COACHING BUSINESSES? Erica discusses her journey from being a professional organizer to assisting other…
Becoming Parents PodcastGastric bypass, the death of a parent, becoming a triathlete - with Diana Parets
DEEP DISCUSSION ABOUT WEIGHT LOSS, LOSING HER MOM, FEELING LOST, GASTRIC BYPASS SURGERY, TRAINING FOR TRIATHLONS Diana talked candidly about having surgery to…
Becoming Parents PodcastMinimalist who lets followers vote where he will live - with Colin Wright
MINIMALISM, TRAVEL, BEING A PUBLISHED AUTHOR (MANY TIMES OVER), AND HOW HE SEES THE WORLD Colin is not only a minimalist, but he also travels with two…