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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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Planning Your Postpartum Experience

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/11/13

The postpartum planning experience in America is a common topic in mom conversation. That can encompass care (or the lack thereof), a wide range of emotions, and a variety of mental health challenges that so many of us have struggled with. Our guest, Sierra Yancy, is a certified perinatal doula specializing in childbirth education and doula training with Uzazi Village in Kansas City, Mo. She helps us dive into postpartum expectations and how to plan for that fourth trimester. We also interview HCA

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Medicinal Cannabis Basics with BesaMe Wellness...

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/10/24

Join us for an intriguing and informational conversation with medicinal cannabis expert and registered nurse, Matt Cascio. Matt is well known throughout Missouri for his knowledge of cannabis and is an educational resource at BesaMe Wellness, a large dispensary in Missouri. In our conversation, we cover the basics of medicinal cannabis, stigmas and their origins, safety with the product, services BesaMe provides, and the upcoming vote to legalize cannabis for recreational use in November

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Parenting Through Puberty

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/10/10

Today we are tackling the topic of puberty. We cover when it starts and what to expect, starting the conversation with our pre-teens, common myths to debunk, challenges of late bloomers, emotional and mental aspects of puberty, what doctor appointments are like during this time, and helpful resources for parents and kids alike. Here to guide us through this often daunting topic is a local pediatrician Dr. Natasha Burgert. She hosts an Instagram Live show called Masks Off Live, updating followers on

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The Health Benefits of Dairy (Sponsored)

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/10/03

Join us for a conversation on the health benefits of dairy with our two awesome guests, Dr. Gabriel Schifman of the Pediatric ER at OPRMC and local dietitian, Bethany Frazier. We cover the health benefits of dairy, difference between intolerance and allergy, when and how to introduce it to your baby, and practical ways to incorporate dairy in day-to-day life. Connect with Dr. Gabriel Schifman Dr. Gabriel Schifman is the Medical Director of the Pediatric ER at Overland Park Regional Medical

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Navigating the IEP and 504 Process

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/09/26

On today's episode we are talking about navigating the IEP/504 process, which can be very overwhelming as parents navigate the world of special education. We discuss the difference between and IEP and a 504, early resources and interventions, medical and academic advocacy, and the biggest challenges and gifts of this process. Our guest, Jillian, is mom to three girls, one of which was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy. In addition to advocating for her own child, Jillian began lending her voice to

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Best of Fall in Kansas City

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/09/12

Fall is here! There is so much to do in fall in Kansas City that sometimes it's hard to know where to begin. Join guest co-host and Kansas City Mom Collective contributor, Valerie Stark, as we chat all things fall in Kansas City. We will also have a quick health segment with a child life specialist, Catherine Coakley, from Overland Park Regional Medical Center on tricks to give kids medicine. All of the events and ideas discussed on our episode today can be found in our fall guide. Tag us online

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Back-to-School Mental Health Tips

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/08/22

Going back to school can be exciting. It can also be terrifying, particularly for kids who have already experienced bullying, anxiety, stress, depression or trauma. Students today are grappling with intense experiences, social media and school shooting drills. If you’re feeling a whirlwind of back-to-school stress and anxiety, we have tips on how to help you and your child. Today we have the pleasure of interviewing Kim Ludwig, Director of Clinical Operations and a licensed clinical social worker

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Parenting Alongside Other Parents

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/08/08

Cellphones, sleepovers, video games, house rules, sports — these are all topics that can be tricky in parenting, especially when it comes to navigating these issues with other parents. How does our parenting style and choices play into our adult friendships? How do we handle being the odd mom out? We are tackling these issues and more today with our guests and two local Kansas City moms, Marsha Roth, who is living this now, and Kris Drummond, who has been there, done that. Connect with

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Home Safety with Charlie's House

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/07/27

Is your home safe? More than 55,000 children in our community are hurt or die due to unintentional injuries in and around the home. Today we are visiting with Melissa Roach, Programs and Community Relations Manager of Charlie's House. Charlie Horn, age 2 On November 1, 2007, Charlie Horn, a 2-year-old Kansas City boy, was killed when he attempted to climb a 30″ dresser in his home. It was through this tragedy that Charlie’s House. was born. Brett and Jenny Horn, Charlie’s parents, turned their

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The Kansas Ballot: Reproductive Rights in Kansas

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/07/17

Today we are addressing a topic that we feel is important for our listeners and as women, can affect us in profound ways. Our goal today is to educate you on the constitutional amendment concerning abortion access that will appear on the August 2nd ballot in Kansas. We discuss a variety of topics with our guest, Danielle Keller, from the League of Women Voters including the history of abortion laws in Kansas, the current restrictions in place, and what the amendment seeks to do. We also cover what

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Exploring the KC Metro with Kids

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/07/11

Are you looking for fun new things to fill your summer days without wasting too much gas? Today we are exploring the Kansas City Metro with kids — no hotels or long road trips required! We challenge you to explore an area of the Kansas City metro you've never been to before. Explore Overland Park Downtown Overland Park Start with the Overland Park Farmers Market, open Saturdays and Wednesdays from 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Downtown OP. Great food trucks and a way to support local farmers. Other

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Teaching Kids About Money

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/06/27

Teaching kids about money can be tricky, but have no fear! Our conversation with guest Kelly Peden of Mazuma Credit Union covers all things financial literacy. Join us as we discuss money introduction, when to open a banking account, whether or not kids should have jobs as they get older, modeling money management, and much more. Kelly has been with Mazuma Credit Union for 14 years. She started as a teller in 2008 and is now the branch leader at the Gladstone location. Kelly fell in love with the

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Father's Day with the MomCast Dads

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/06/13

The dads of the Kansas City MomCast join us on this episode for a special Father's Day edition! Join us for a glimpse into the dad brain on fatherhood vs. motherhood culture, being an emotionally present father, raising girls vs. boys, and some fun rapid fire questions. Wishing all the dads and father figures out there a wonderful Father's Day! Looking for a local gift for a Kansas City dad? Check out our gift guide! Meet the MomCast Dads Chris Coffey Chris is dad to two and works in

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Talking to Your Kids About School Shootings

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/05/27

The recent school shooting in Uvalde, Texas has evoked many emotions — sadness, grief, helplessness, anxiety, and anger. Children who are struggling with their thoughts and feelings about the stories and images of the shooting may turn to trusted adults for help and guidance. Today we talk with Kim Ludwig, LCSW, LSCSW, about how to talk to your kids and teens about this tragic event. Kim is the Director of Clinical Operations and a licensed clinical social worker at Research Psychiatric Center

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Summer in Kansas City

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/05/23

There’s nothing better than summer in Kansas City! 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. So grab your calendar, and let’s get this party started! Summer Resource Guides The Ultimate Guide to a Kansas City Summer From festivals to day camps to movies under the stars, there are so many choices to ensure your summer days are memorable. We’ve not only included our favorites

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Pregnancy After 35

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/05/16

On today's episode, we visit with Dr. Jessica Parrott, Maternal-Fetal Medicine physician with HCA Midwest Health, about pregnancy after age 35. We discuss the risk factors women should consider when getting pregnant at advanced maternal age and how the age 35 was determined as the cutoff. Dr. Parrott discusses the shift in the average age that women are having babies, genetic testing options, and risk factors to both the woman and her baby. This episode is sponsored by HCA Midwest

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Broken, Changed and Rearranged

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/05/09

Join us for a conversation with Lee's Summit mom and author, Liesl Hays, about what happens when life falls apart. Liesl had a great job, husband, kids, and life — yet the secret she was keeping blew it all up. Do you have a story that is untold? Liesl walks us through the process she went through unpacking where things went wrong, and the path she took to get back to herself and the life she truly wanted. Connect with Liesl Liesl Hays is a word artist, truth-teller, choice-maker, and inspirer

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Moms Addressing the Climate Crisis

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/04/18

In celebration of Earth Day, we are visiting with Susan Alig and Robin Ganahl of Mothers Out Front, an organization that brings moms together to work toward climate change both nationally and locally. Their work is centered on bringing mothers, grandmothers, aunts and other allies to be a collective voice for action at local and state levels, focused on phasing out fossil fuels. Mothers Out Front grows their network by hosting house parties where community members can gather to learn how to make a

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Alcoholism and Motherhood

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/04/03

In today's episode, we are talking about alcohol and motherhood, an issue that has been normalized culturally as moms but can easily turn into something more serious. Moms with young kids increased their alcohol consumption by nearly 325 percent between the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and end of the year 2020 according to a study conducted for the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. A study published in JAMA found that during 2020 there was a 41 percent increase in the number

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Pelvic Floor Health

Kansas City MomCast ·

2022/03/21

We get personal with local Lee's Summit mom and Pelvic Floor OT, Dr. Kassie DeWitt. In our conversation, we cover all things pelvic floor health including the anatomy of the pelvic floor, ways to support and improve functioning pre- and post-natal, bladder and bowel health, most common issues, and what to do next if you need help. Kassie is a mom of three kids, ages 5 and under, and is passionate about advocating for women's health and normalizing functionality over dysfunction. What We're

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