In this episode, Terry Ohlson Martin shares the history and evolution of the Council for Youths with Chronic Conditions, highlighting the importance of family involvement, regional representation, and systemic advocacy to improve support for children with chronic health conditions. Key Topics History of the CYCC and its originsThe role of family voices in systemic changeRegional representation and diversity in support systemsChallenges and successes in establishing statewide programsThe impor...

Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed, isolated, or like you’re the only one trying to solve life's chaotic puzzle? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I started this podcast and why this community matters so much. Life and family are filled with incredible highs, but they also come with heavy, unspoken challenges. Too often, we face these hurdles feeling entirely on our own. This show was created to change that. Tune in as I share my heart behind the microphone: to build...

We begin chapter 5, which discusses which gear is considered too burdensome for animals to wear on Shabbat. Today’s two mishnas focus on gear that is allowed to be worn. You can find these mishnas here. Did you miss my class for the Valley Beit Midrash? Watch the YouTube video here! You can dedicate an episode of Mishna Accomplished for $18 by going to BuyMeACoffee.com and searching for "RabbaAliza" or by using this link. (buymeacoffee.com/rabbaaliza) Write the dedication information in the “Say

Hi Mamas,How many times do you get to the end of the day and wonder, Where did the day go? You were busy ALL day. You answered emails, sat through meetings, drove kids where they needed to go, figured out dinner, took care of the house, remembered the 47 things everyone else forgot…and probably moved the same pile of laundry more than once. But did you make time for anything that really mattered to YOU? This week’s Monday Mindset is: You can’t stop time from passing, but you can decide how you

In this episode, I’m talking about why you don’t need to know everything before your baby arrives. From preparing for birth and understanding your options to feeding your baby, newborn sleep, postpartum recovery and knowing when to ask for help, I’m sharing the foundations that can help you feel more informed and confident during pregnancy. If you’re pregnant and looking for practical birth preparation, antenatal education, newborn care and postpartum support, this episode will help you under...

Why Doing the Opposite Isn’t EnoughMaybe you entered motherhood with a list of promises:I’ll never control food the way it was controlled for me.I’ll never comment on my child’s body.I’ll never make hunger feel shameful.I’ll do everything differently.Those promises can be deeply meaningful. Sometimes “not that” is exactly where cycle-breaking begins.But eventually, motherhood asks us something harder:If every choice is based on doing the opposite of what happened to us, is the past still making the

Heal your inner child and release the resistance that bubbles up when our kids receive a label or we realize they're highly sensitive. This guided meditation goes with last Thursday's episode on the grief, resistance, and big emotions that bubble up when our kids receive a label, or when we realize they're highly sensitive. Sometimes what comes up in our parenting isn't only about our children. It touches the little version of us who was told, "You're too sensitive," "You ask too many questio...

Heidi's last son just left home, and it cracked something open in her. In this episode, she shares three honest, unconventional truths about self-care and motherhood, things she wishes she had leaned into more, so that instead of losing yourself in these years, you come out the other side having become someone even better.Takeaways: Why the phrase "losing yourself in motherhood" rubs Heidi the wrong way, and the shift in mindset that changes the whole story. A simple weekly practice that helps you

You're scheduling pediatrician appointments, packing lunches, answering school emails...and helping your parents navigate doctor's appointments, medications, and life's next chapter. Welcome to the sandwich generation. In this episode, Sarah and Whitney explore the emotional weight of caring for children while also supporting aging parents—and why so many moms feel like they're being pulled in every direction at once. Together, they discuss: What it means to be part of the sandwich generation...

Hey there, I’m back with another Teachable Moments Voice Note, talking about the most common pushback I hear about not punishing kids, and why it’s the best argument for it! Plus one small swap in how you think about “bad behavior.”And if you missed last week’s announcement: Why My Card Shop Is Closing After 9 Years, you can read it here and see how you can take advantage of this moment!Transcript:Almost every parent I’ve ever worked with asks me the same question. And y’all, it’s the wrong one.Hey

Send us Fan Mail Halloween looks like pure fun, but for sensory-sensitive and neurodivergent kids it can mean scratchy costumes, loud doorbells, flashing lights, and a routine that's nothing like a normal evening. In this episode of Just My MomSense, we talk about why Halloween can be so overwhelming for kids with sensory processing differences, and what may help. As mentioned in the episode: Halloween Communication Cards Holiday Calm Kit *** Visit Just My MomSense on Etsy for digital d...

Hey Doc, “You worked so hard for this.” I still hear some version of that when people find out I stepped away from clinical medicine. And yes. I did. I worked hard to become an OB/GYN. I fought to become the surgeon I wanted to be. I sought out mentorship, built my skills, became someone other physicians could learn from, and eventually got exactly what I had been working toward. And then my life changed. My priorities changed. I changed. In this episode, I’m sharing part of a conversation I ...

In this episode, I’m talking about the difference between courage and fearlessness—and why understanding that difference matters for our daughters. When a girl believes brave people don’t get scared, every nervous feeling can become evidence that she isn’t brave. But courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s learning to listen to fear, decide what matters more, and take the next step anyway.I walk through six practical ways to help your daughter build courage, from naming and understanding her fear

Are you spending lots of time with your children but still wishing for more meaningful conversations? What if one simple question could help you better understand your child's heart, thoughts, and interests? Episode Highlights Mama! I know how it is as a homeschool mama. We're around our children so much—but sometimes we can spend the entire day together without having a meaningful conversation. In this episode, I'm sharing five practical ways to encourage conversation and connection with your

On the Way to School" Series, Season 5 Episode 7 Join a working mom and her teenager for the real, unfiltered conversations that happen on the way to school. as they navigate everything from the big questions about life, friendships, and the future, to the daily chaos of homework, pop culture, Background music and constant disagreement . No experts, no scripts—just honest talks in the one place we're all a captive audience: the car. It's a podcast for parents and teens who know the morning dr...

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. (James 1:2–4)This week, let’s pray that:• Our kids view trials and struggles as an opportunity to lean on God and grow closer to him.• We resist the temptation to fix every problem in our kids’ (or our own) lives.• Instead of giving our kids an easy

Dr. Mona speaks with Dr. Annie Andrews, a pediatrician, mother, and US Senate candidate in South Carolina, about the vital connection between child health, parenting, and national politics. They explore why healthcare issues cannot be separated from political action and why pediatricians and parents need to build real political power to protect children. Key Takeaways Children Lack Political Power: Because kids cannot vote, donate to campaigns, or hire lobbyists, their needs are consistently

In this heartfelt and humorous episode of Mom Conversation, host Alexis Gay explores the profound absurdity of daily parenting life through the simple lens of mismatched toothbrushes. This episode is designed for mothers, partners, and anyone navigating the chaotic reality of family life who feels overwhelmed by the pressure to maintain perfect order and symmetry in their homes. Alexis shares a personal anecdote about waking up to find her husband holding a pink and blue toothbrush, sparking a deep

Listen in for some principles to help guide Christians in considering college options.To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/thoughts-on-choosing-a-college/

What is a prayer I can say to pray for patience with my child? How to practice patience as a mom? What you can do to stop yelling at your child.My 17-month-old knows exactly how to get a reaction out of me. So lately, before I react, I've been praying first. I thought that prayer was for him. Then I realized God was using it to show me my own heart. In this episode we look at the split-second prayer Nehemiah prayed before answering a king, what James 1:19-20 says about anger, and what Solomon asked