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Kansas City MomCast

Kansas City Mom Collective

Welcome to the Kansas City MomCast — a place to learn, connect, and grow in a relevant and intentional way. Join us as we interview experts in the field and hear from local moms, just like you. This is a podcast FOR Kansas City Moms, BY Kansas City Moms. We know that your time is precious and we’re grateful you’ve chosen to spend some of it with us. Thank you for being a part of the Kansas City Mom Collective community.

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Why Didn't Our Mothers Warn Us About Perimenopause?

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/06/18

This episode is sponsored by HCA Midwest Health.Perimenopause and menopause! Why didn’t our mothers warn us! And why is it all so confusing! Today, we’re talking with Dr. Kiersten Moreno, a board-certified OB/GYN at Independence Women’s Clinic at Centerpoint Medical Center – a part of HCA Midwest Health. She is also a member of the North American Menopause Society and a menopause practitioner. We hope to tackle everything perimenopause and provide you with some answers. Meet Dr. Kiersten

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Tips for Consignment Sale Shopping

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/06/10

Whether you're a veteran of consignment sale shopping or it's a new concept, this is an episode for you! We talk about our favorite tips and tricks for shopping these money-saving events, as well as an interview Stephanie Hyder, owner of the Overland Park Just Between Friends sale, about her tips for parents consigning their items. Check this post for additional tips about making the most of consignment sales. What We’re Loving In Kansas City Disney 100 at Union Station Sarah and her family

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Summer in Kansas City

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/05/21

Your Kansas City summer is here! We're highlighting some of our favorite places and events in Kansas City during the summer months while sharing some of the new things we’re adding to our bucket list. Head to our summer guide to find all the things we discuss in today's episode and much more! Thank you to our episode sponsor! Johnson County Library Adventure Begins at Johnson County Library with the Summer Reading Launch Party on June 1. Kids, families, teens and adults can launch their next

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Environmental Safety At Home

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/05/14

How safe is your home for your family? Meg McCollister, regional administrator for the EPA Region 7, join us to discuss environmental home safety concerns including radon, lead, water, air quality, and more. Thank you to our episode sponsor Thank you to our episode sponsor, the AdventHealth Cancer Institute. The AdventHealth Cancer Institute is opening new doors in the future of cancer care. Everything patients need all in one place. KC’s most precise radiation treatments. A world class

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Childhood Anxiety | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/05/06

This episode is sponsored by Children's Mercy. What does anxiety look like in kids, and how it differs from other disorders? What are just normal nervous behaviors and what deserves more attention? We talked with Dr. Haley Killian, pediatric psychologist at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, about how to talk to your kids about their worries and when to seek extra mental health support. Meet Dr. Haley Killian Dr. Haley Killian currently provides outpatient psychotherapy and

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Influencer Culture and Parenting | Kansas City...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/04/29

Social media influencer culture has permeated fashion, food and even parenting. Aside from the “highlight reel” cliche we hear about often, our discussion in this episode touches on the effects social media has on moms, both in our parenting style and own mental health. We also discuss on loneliness, the potential to spread misinformation, and the rise of affiliate marketing.Join us as we talk with Dr. Jeffrey Hall, Professor of Communication Studies, Associate Chair, and Director of the

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Black Maternal Health

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/04/15

This podcast is sponsored by University Health.Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. Much of this is due to a long history of systemic racism and bias. Studies show that when Black women suffer from severe injuries or pregnancy complications or simply ask for assistance, they are often dismissed or ignored in the health care settings that are designed to care for them. Today we talk with Dr. Traci Johnson and Dr. Tiffany Ruffin from

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How Youth Sports Culture is Affecting Our Kids

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/03/25

In this episode of Kansas City MomCast, we are tackling youth sports culture and how it's affecting our kids. We discuss the change in the youth sports culture over time, the potential mental health repercussions of intense competition and expectations, and what we can do as parents sitting in the stands. Discussing this topic with us are Dr. Raelene Knolla, Vice President of Population Health at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, and Donease Smith, Executive Director for Administration at

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Choosing a Midwife | Kansas City MomCast Sponsored...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/03/18

This episode is sponsored by HCA Midwest Health.One of the first of many decisions you’ll have to make once you find out you’re having a baby is choosing a healthcare practitioner. Some women choose an obstetrician, while others opt for a midwife. Today we are chatting with Kim Boote, a Certified Nurse Midwife with Kansas City Women’s Clinic, part of HCA Midwest Health, to learn about the benefits of choosing a midwife. Meet Kim Boote Kim Boote, CNM, MSN, C-EFM is a Certified Nurse Midwife

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We Don’t Have To Be Friends | Kansas City MomCast...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/03/12

Adult friendship can be tricky. Today we visit with therapist Laura Probasco-Johnson, co-creator of New Strong, to discuss what friendship looks like as moms in the seasons we are in. What does a good friend look like in adulthood? Do you have to be friends with your kids' friends' moms? How do we protect our emotional? If a friendship isn't working, how do we break up? All of these questions and more are answered in today's episode.Meet Laura Probasco-Johnson Laura Probasco-Johnson is a

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Buy Nothing 101

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/02/26

Have you heard of Buy Nothing groups? Buy Nothing is an international effort where "everything here is freely given and freely received, without any expectation of reward or compensation other than the joy of giving, receiving, sharing, and building a strong web of connections between people.” Consider this your Buy Nothing education and learn how to get involved in your local group!What We’re Loving In Kansas City Nautical Bowls Nautical Bowls is Sarah's latest jam, which has several new

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Processing Grief and Fear After the Chiefs Rally...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/02/16

Joy and celebration at Kansas City's Super Bowl Champions Celebration Rally on Feb. 14, 2024, turned to horror as shots were fired at the conclusion of the rally at Union Station. One mom lost her life and as many as 23 people were injured including nine children. We are talking with anxiety therapist, Lindsey Murray, on how to address some of our kids' (and our own) big questions like "am I safe?", "Will I be ever be safe in big crowds?" and "I feel scared. What do I do next?" We hope this

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Camp Birchwood for Girls | Kansas City MomCast...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/02/05

This episode is sponsored by Camp Birchwood. We're learning about Camp Birchwood, a summer camp for strong girls. Our guests, Samuel and Georgia Del Favero, owners of Camp Birchwood tells the history of the camp in Northern Minnesota, including Georgia's unique perspective growing up as a camper and now an owner. Camp Birchwood offers the classic camping activities, but with a special emphasis on confidence and social-emotional skills, lessons that girls can rely on for their entire lives. Meet

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Getting Involved with the PTA

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/01/29

Today, we are talking all things Parent Teacher Association, or the PTA. Having been around for 125 years, the National PTA is the oldest and largest child advocacy association in America. We knew there was no better mom qualified to speak to this organization than Melanie Olson-Cox, Kansas City Mom Collective contributor and Lee's Summit mom. Join us as we learn about what the PTA is, common misconceptions, avoiding volunteer burnout, and ways to get involved. Meet Melanie Olson-Cox Melanie

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Snuddlecloud: A Pediatric Telehealth Solution |...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/01/14

This episode is sponsored by Snuddlecloud. Is there anything worse than dragging a sick kid to the doctor's office? It's exhausting for everyone and risks exposing them to even more germs! In this episode of Kansas City MomCast, our guests tell us about a new solution for healthcare for our kids. Snuddlecloud is a Kansas City-based telemedicine company. Getting sick is never planned, but SnuddleCloud streamlines the process of offering an on-demand telemedicine solution that connects you to

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Family Travel Planning Tips | Kansas City MomCast...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2024/01/08

Whether you're planning a spring break trip or looking ahead to summer vacations, this is the episode for you! Kathy Sudeikis has decades of experience as a travel agent and will help us with all the things to think through as we plan upcoming travel including when to buy your tickets, what to consider when choosing a destination and why you should take the trip! Meet Kathy Sudeikis Kathy loves to travel and currently works as the vice president of corporate relations for Acendas Vacation

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Family Boundaries During the Holidays (Revisited)

Kansas City MomCast ·

2023/12/18

Holiday time often means lots of time with family. Family dynamics can be tough as it is, and then you add the pressure of the holidays, it can be a lot for anyone to manage. Whether you have a really wonderful, close relationship with your family or you tolerate them for a few hours a couple of times a year, holiday gatherings have a way of being stressful, chaotic, and sometimes straight-up uncomfortable. That's where family boundaries come in. We are revisiting our last year's episode with

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Short-Term and Long-Term Weight Loss Solutions

Kansas City MomCast ·

2023/12/04

This episode is sponsored by HCA Midwest Health. If you’re scrolling through social media, you’re going to see something about a weight loss drug or weight loss injectables. Online pharmacies, medical spas and diet clinics are popping up to provide women access to weight loss medications to help women lose weight. Today, we are chatting with Dr. John F. Tann, a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship trained bariatric surgeon specializing in weight loss surgery, practicing at Bariatric and

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Best of the Holidays in Kansas City

Kansas City MomCast ·

2023/11/27

This episode of Kansas City MomCast is packed with all you need to know to experience the best of the holidays in Kansas City! We discuss local light displays, events and shows, where to see Santa, where to volunteer and more! For everything you need to know in KC for the holidays, check out our Ultimate Guide to the Holidays in Kansas City! Connect with Megan and Sarah We would love to hear from you! Send us an e-mail or find us on Instagram or Facebook!

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Divorce FAQ with Ash Law | Kansas City MomCast...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2023/11/21

This episode is sponsored by Ash Law. In today's episode, we are talking about divorce and separation — something that can be overwhelming if you are going through it. We discuss choosing legal representation, anticipated timelines, expense and revisiting your estate plan. Alyssa Hodges is a KC-based family law and divorce attorney. She earned her law degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law and earned a master's in tax law (Tax LLM) at Washington University St. Louis School

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