Natural Moms Podcast #43
March 27, 2007 | 3 Comments
This week Susun Weed , author of Wise Woman Herbal For The Childbearing Year and other books on natural health for women 
Learn also what Susun means when she says: “No pleasure, no treasure.”
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Is Something Funny?
March 26, 2007 | 1 Comment
Have you had a really good laugh lately? Maybe you heard a great line from a movie. (I’m still laughing at some of the lines from The Devil Wears Prada!) Maybe one of the kids did something that tickled your funny bone.
Whatever it was, laughter has the power to turn around a sour mood instantly. Laughter can make the tension just melt away from your body. It can cause a release of the stress you’ve been carrying for days. The old adage, “Laughter is the best medicine,” is true.
You may have heard that a good belly laugh is equivalent to fifteen minutes on an exercise bike. It not only lowers the blood pressure, but it also increases the endorphins in your body and it’s a heck of a lot more fun than an hour at the gym!
Make a list of things that make you laugh; maybe it’s funny movies, or the antics of the puppy, or thinking about something silly your spouse did once. Even reading a humorous book.
It is important as a Mom to laugh as much and as often as you can. The next time the kids are acting up and you’re tempted to shake a finger and be the serious adult, try doing something completely out of character and making everyone laugh. You’ll be amazed at how it will stop power struggles instantly.
Perhaps you’ve used the expression, “One day we will look back on this and laugh.” This couldn’t be truer than with your life as a Mom.
So try taking a step back and having a good laugh. As you go through your daily routine, find something to laugh about. Laughter can be your secret weapon to beating mommy burnout.
Jen and Carrie
http://www.MommyBurnout.com
Natural Moms Podcast #42
March 19, 2007 | 1 Comment
This week LaToya Brown talks with us about her experiences on Trading Spouses, and her thoughts on homeschooling/unschooling. Check out LaToya’s knitting blog.
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Natural Moms Podcast #41
March 12, 2007 | 1 Comment
This week Dr. Deborah Bain MD of Healthy Kids Pediatrics talks with us about the nutritional crisis facing children today and how parents can prevent and treat health issues with good nutrition. I have a free ebook for you with tips on how to prevent this problem with healthy fitness and eating habits. You can pick it up at no charge here:
http://www.Natural-Moms.com/healthychild.html
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Celebrating You
March 11, 2007 | Leave a Comment
My friend Marie Ynami invites you to a free interactive online celebration for women on March 13-15, 2007.
It’s a fun 3 event with free downloadable resources, interviews, tele-workshops, contests and prizes, networking, and even goodie bags. You get a surprise gift just for participating in the teleworkshops and chats – a different gift for each chat. Attend one chat and recieve one gift, attend all chats and receive up to 7 different gifts.
Most of the goodies are only available for the 3 Days – March 13-15, 2007. So, don’t miss out!
Learn more about the event by visiting the event site at http://www.celebratingwomensday.com
We look forward to celebrating with You!
For Parents of Teens
March 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Just a quick note to let you know about a seminar on improving your teen’s self esteem. The information is as follows:
Date: Wednesday, March 7, 2007 (yes tomorrow)
Time: 9pm ET
Place: http://www.momsradionetwork.com/ (simply register and the chat room information will be sent to you)
This a totally free networking chat where you are encouraged to ask questions, voice your comments and just kick back with other mothers of adolescents and talk about ways you can improve the self esteem of your child.
If you have a microphone you can also plug it into your computer and voice your comments in the chat room and ask questions or share your own personal stories. Even if you don’t have a mic you can feel free to join us, listen in and then type in your questions or comments. I have found this to be such a wonderful way to get together with other Mothers and gain clarity, information and also to support one another.
Be sure to register here: http://www.momsradionetwork.com
I hope to see you there — it is guaranteed to be a fun and informative chat!
When You Want Something Sweet To Eat
March 5, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Sometimes you’ve just got to have something sweet 
It’s ok, I understand! Even the healthiest diet can include a little treat every now and then, especially if the dessert includes healthful ingredients like fruits, nuts and whole grains. The key is to treat yourself every once in awhile instead of going without and then bingeing when you feel deprived.
We’ve just added a bunch of new dessert recipes to the free healthy recipes site. Most of these feature less sugar than other recipes. Check them out at: http://naturalmomsrecipes.com/healthy-dessert-recipes.html
Why not stock up on some of these organic treats for when you’re short on time: organic desserts
How does your faith impact your parenting choices?
March 2, 2007 | 1 Comment
Michelle and I talked briefly on the show this week about our beliefs and how they have shaped our parenting choices. How has this been true in your mothering? And how have you handled it when others who share your religious faith don’t agree with your choices?
Natural Moms Podcast #40
March 2, 2007 | 2 Comments
This week Michelle Lyon of Little Earth Angels joins us to talk about her parenting advocacy t shirts and her thoughts on faith and parenting choices.Michelle is offering free shipping to NMTR subscribers! Be sure to sign up for the newsletter to get your discount code.
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