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Moms of the Lou

STL Mom

Real talk about real stories from St. Louis moms.

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Episode #14: A Holly Jolly STL Holiday with Diana...

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2024/12/05

Rebekah Coste is back to host the Moms of the Lou podcast! In this episode, Rebekah welcomes Diana Waldman, a St. Louis native and mother of three, to discuss the holiday season. Diana shares her love for the holidays, highlighting traditions like attending the Nutcracker and making cinnamon cookies. They discuss various holiday activities in St. Louis, including Zoo Lights, Winter Wonderland, and the Missouri Botanical Garden's Glow. Diana emphasizes the importance of having mom friends and ...

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Episode #13: Letting Our Kids Grow with Angelica...

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2024/11/21

In this episode of the Moms of the Lou podcast, Trina Harger, the podcast manager, sits down with Angelica Mitchell and discusses her journey from Southern California to St. Louis. Angelica - a teacher for over 25 years, works at the International Welcome Center in the Ritenour School District and supports new students adjusting to life in the United States. In this episode, Angelica reflects on the challenges and rewards of raising her two children, now 20 and 17, through the empty nesting p...

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Episode #12: Managing Type One Diabetes with Caitlin...

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2024/11/07

November is Diabetes Awareness Month! In this episode of Moms of the Lou, Trina sits down with Caitlin Ladd, a contributing writer for St. Louis Mom since 2020. They discuss their shared experience with type one diabetes. Caitlin’s husband was diagnosed with type one diabetes at 17, and their son, Harrison, was diagnosed at 2.5 years old. Caitlin emphasizes the importance of mental health and community support, particularly through organizations like JDRF. She details the daily challenges of ...

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Episode #11: Halloween Fun in STL with Kristi Denner

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2024/10/24

Get ready for Halloween! In this episode, Trina sits down with Kristi Denner, the sales director of St. Louis Mom and they chat about all the fun Halloween activities in St. Louis. Kristi talks about her family’s low-key Halloween traditions, such as making chili, s'mores, and doing fun Halloween STEM activities. Trina and Kristi mention local Halloween events like Boo at the Zoo and Union Station's Halloween activities. Kristi explains the local tradition of telling a joke to get candy while...

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Episode #10: Get to Know Your Neighbors with Anna Beck

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2024/10/10

Trina Harger, podcast manager of the Moms of the Lou Podcast, sits down with Anna Beck to discuss the importance of getting to know neighbors. Anna, a part-time attorney and blogger, shares her experiences of connecting with her neighborhood through casual conversations, spontaneous gatherings, and creating a private Facebook group for local women to connect. She emphasizes the value of involving children in neighborhood activities and the significance of intergenerational connections. Anna a...

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Episode #9: STL Autumn Adventures with Candice Meyer

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2024/09/26

In this episode of the Moms of the Lou podcast, Rebekah talks about all the fun fall activities in St. Louis with contributing writer and content creator, Candice Meyer. Candice, a mom of two, shares her journey with St. Louis Mom and her family life, highlighting the challenges and joys of parenting children in the “middle” season of childhood. She recommends top fall activities in St. Louis, such as visiting Art Hill, City Garden, and Castlewood State Park for the best autumn leaves, and me...

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Episode #8: Navigating IEPs with Danielle Sawyer

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2024/09/12

Rebekah sits down with Danielle Sawyer as they discuss IEPs (Individual Education Plans) for students in St. Louis. Danielle, a special education teacher for 14 years, emphasizes the importance of open communication between parents and teachers and the role of advocates in IEP meetings. Danielle shares her personal experience with her son, who has hearing aids and other medical concerns, and highlights the importance of celebrating all the progress a child makes in their IEP journey. To learn...

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Episode #7: Momming in the Social Media Era with Jen...

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2024/08/29

In today’s episode, Rebekah chats with Jen Cowan, writer of the blog And Hattie Makes Three! They discuss the joys and challenges of motherhood in the digital age and the exciting evolution of the blogging scene in St. Louis. Both share their experiences and insights, emphasizing the importance of striking a balance between technology use and spending quality time as a family, staying up-to-date with digital trends, while also prioritizing health and emotional well-being. We are so grate...

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26:55

Episode #6: Ways to Support Your Child's Mental...

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2024/08/15

Yasmine Fehr joins Rebekah on this episode of Moms of the Lou as they discuss the significance of mental health in children, particularly as they return to school. They also talk about the significant mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents today, including the impact of technology and social media, and how to recognize signs of distress in early intervention. Both highlight the need for creating an open and non-judgmental environment to reduce stigma surrounding mental hea...

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Episode #5: Summer Boredom Busters with Haley Strebler

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2024/08/01

Rebekah and Haley discuss ways to combat summer boredom before the back-to-school season starts. Haley shares her favorite St. Louis hidden gems, events, and festivals to enjoy with the family. She also gives us some creative ideas for getting out of the house by visiting cat cafes and trying some boba tea! Want ideas for a date night or looking for a night out with your girlfriends? Check out Haley’s blog post Eating Through the STL Top 100 - 2024 Edition. Are you feeling adventurous and wan...

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Episode #4: Youth Sports - Finding the Right Balance...

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2024/07/18

In this episode of “Moms of the Lou,” Amy and Jessica sit down with Rebekah to discuss their children's involvement in youth sports. They talk about their experiences with busy schedules, financial costs, and the importance of balance between youth sports and other aspects of life. Amy & Jessica also have spouses who coach and encourage us all to break the ice to start a carpool with other families! Rebekah chats with Amy and Jessica about finding the right balance between family life and...

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Episode #3: The Car Mom - Building a Side Hustle That...

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2024/07/03

In today’s episode, Rebekah chats with Kelly Stumpe, also known as The Car Mom! Kelly shares her motherhood journey with us and how she has grown The Car Mom business into a national brand while raising kids. Kelly gives advice to moms pursuing a side hustle and emphasizes the importance of building an online presence and connecting with other moms. Get tickets for The Car Mom Auto Show, happening right here in St. Louis on July 20th at Queeny Park!Kelly is a mom of three (& pregnant with...

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Episode #2: Transplant Culture - How to Break In with...

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2024/06/20

In this episode, Lauren Cappell shares her experience as a transplant mom in St. Louis, and she emphasizes the importance of building a supportive village beyond immediate family members. Lauren & Rebekah talk about the challenges of finding time and energy to build relationships while managing parenting demands. They encourage us all to “just say ‘hi’ to the mom you see at the park.”Lauren & Rebekah also share their favorite places in St. Louis, including restaurants, coffee sh...

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Episode #1: What High School Did You Go To? Cracking...

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2024/06/06

In this episode, Rebekah & Jennedy talk about their shared experiences as St. Louis natives. They address the challenges of motherhood and working full-time while also emphasizing the importance of connecting with other moms through St. Louis Mom. Both express gratitude for the support they've received from their villages, which has given them the confidence to reach out to other moms in the greater St. Louis area.Jennedy Lombard grew up in West County, attended Mizzou, and now works as a...

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Intro: Welcome to the Moms of the Lou Podcast!

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2024/06/06

Join Rebekah Coste as she introduces the Moms of the Lou podcast! This podcast will be a space for St. Louis moms to share their experiences of motherhood, emphasizing the importance of community while fostering a sense of belonging, and learning from each other's perspectives. We are excited to embrace authentic narratives in uniting and creating a supportive community for St. Louis moms.Rebekah Coste is the founder and owner of St. Louis Mom. Born and raised in St. Louis, she loves the city...

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Moms of the Lou - Episode #1

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2024/04/22

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