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  • Meet Adriana Lozada! She's an Advanced Certified Doula - there are only 57 advanced certified doulas in the world.

    She's also an author, a postpartum educator and a child sleep consultant. And she was named one of CNN in Espanol, 20 Latin American leaders of the internet in 2000. She also hosts the acclaimed podcast BIRTHFUL- one of my favorite resources for everything, pregnancy birth and postpartum - alternating between interviews with perinatal professionals and birth stories with new parents.

    She found her calling as a doula through her own birth journey almost 20 years ago when she realized that she didn't have the skills to navigate labor and delivery in a way that was empowering rather than traumatic. Her message now. It's about the physiology! We need to feel safe for labor to progress naturally so that we can support our physiology in a way that's going to make our birth easier, and more empowering.​

    ​Adriana believes in, and advocates for, the transformational power of giving birth. She’s gifted at helping others on their perinatal journeys, and brings her deep knowledge, practical expertise, curiosity, and respect for inclusivity into all aspects of her work. Adriana is an unabashed advocate for improving the perinatal health system for all - and a self-proclaimed, birth nerd. :)

    Learn about her podcast here: ​https://birthful.com/podcastinfo/

    Check out her classes on her webiste here: ​https://birthful.com/consult_and_doula_inquiry/

    Soy de Pura Madre: by Ana María Simón & Adriana Lozada

    Adriana's book recommendations: Britta Bushnell - ​Transformed by Brith​: https://amzn.to/47tEStkGreer Kirschenbaum - ​The Nurture Revolution​: https://amzn.to/4d5GvhXDr. Michel Odent Childbirth and the Evolution of Homo Sapiens​: https://amzn.to/4dbrNWI
    Robbie Davis-Floyd - ​Birth in Eight Cultures: https://amzn.to/4gqPVaN​(all of her books! Any of her work! She's incredible.​)And then the other people that I mentioned that have amazing bodies of work that you could (should!) get lost in​ - ​I have episodes with all of them (except Odent). Search for their names on Birthful.com :)

    ​Dr. Michel Odent Gail Tully - SpinningBabies.com Lindsay McCoy - BodyReadyMethod.com Sarah Buckley - SarahBuckley.com (her report on the Hormonal Physiology of Childbearing is so deep and rich).

    Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.


    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest on MOM CHAT, you know where to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Let's Chat!*Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!


    Take care of each other! Mamistad,
    Cynthia

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.


    Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.

  • Lets talk about the pelvic floor! We all have one - for women, it's the group of muscles "down below" that play a star role in the birth of our babies, but do any of us really understand it? After this podcast, you'll be on your way, thanks to Pelvic Floor Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), and Owner of Transition Physical Therapy Katie Bayer! She's also a member of the Mamistad Mami Circle - our curated list of providers.

    The best part is, IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO WORK ON PELVIC FLOOR ISSUES! Katie reinforces the fact that our bodies are never the same after having a baby and if our pelvic floor is not functioning correctly, the rest of us is not functioning correctly!

    We'll learn how we can greatly benefit from Pelvic Floor PT before, during and after pregnancy and throughout our lives! If you can pull up a diagram of the pelvic floor reference, it could be hugely helpful! :)

    In this podcast, we'll talk about:

    The huge part scar tissue can play VBACs (vaginal delivery after c-section) The importance of movement when possible
    Incontinence Kegels - Yes or No? Sex after pregnancy Preventing issues later in life How pelvic floor issues can lead us to the nursing home or even early death.

    As always, you should absolutely consult your personal medical health professionals with your personal health concerns.

    Find Katie at: https://www.transitionphysicaltherapy.com/

    and https://behivewellness.com/ and on

    Instagram at: https:https://www.instagram.com/transitionpelvicpt/

    Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest on MOM CHAT, you know where to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Let's Chat!*Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

    Take care of each other! Mamistad,
    Cynthia

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

    Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.

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  • This episode is all about Natallia and her long journey to meet her baby girl, Naomi Rose.

    As a member of Mamistad144 (M144), Natallia joined us on the fabulous Ep 9: REAL DEAL MAMAHOOD, where she shared a bit of her IVF journey. Now she's back to share more about her painful struggles with IVF to have the daughter she dreamed of, and the pain and realizations she experienced as a result.

    Her message to her fellow moms is that on the winding road to your miracle, it will be difficult and it's okay to reach out to other people.

    Want to connect with other IVF moms? Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest on ⁠MOM CHAT⁠, you know where to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? ⁠Let's Chat⁠!

    *Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

    Take care of each other!

    Mamistad,Cynthia

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

    Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.

  • This episode is the second of two on Autism. We welcome certified professional life coach and advocate for special needs families, autism expert, speaker, and now author, Susanna Peace Lovell! She is one of the latest members of The Mamistad Mami Circle, our curated list of our favorite providers. She joins us as a life coach dedicated to the health and wellness of her clients, special needs families.
    In her first book, released just this year, titled Your True Self is Enough - Lessons Learned on My Journey Parenting a Child with Autism, she shares the story of her amazing daughter Arizona's first years, and her many diagnoses which include: autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, asthma, anxiety, and a myriad food allergies.

    As a professional life coach, Susanna's message in this podcast is one of hope and strength. Though it is not intended to diagnose or treat listeners, she urges us to listen to, and advocate for ourselves and our families as we continue to seek the qualified medical and emotional help we deserve. She shares openly and honestly her experience and life lessons, perfectly summed up by her daughter Arizona in the book's title, YOUR TRUE SELF IS ENOUGH.

    Susanna's website:
    The Book: Your True Self is Enough - Lessons Learned on My Journey Parenting a Child with Autism on Amazon ​https://amzn.to/3Yy7BdU
    Susanna on Instagram: @mamapeace

    ​Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    ​If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest on MOM CHAT, you know where to find me!

    Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Let's Chat!

    *Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

    ​Take care of each other! ​Mamistad,
    Cynthia

    ​~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

    Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.

    As an Amazon affiliate, Mamistad may receive a small commission, at no cost to you, if you make a purchase through a link in this section.

  • In this episode, we are enlightened to the wonders of HYPNOBIRTHING!

    No, you won't be hypnotized and miss your labor and delivery, you will be present in a deeper way that will empower beyond what you ever thought you were capable of. I so wish I had done this when I was pregnant! Rather than fear your labor and delivery, arm yourself with the tools that can honestly not only change your delivery, they can also change your relationship with your partner, and your life.

    Learn more about Caroline O'Neill, Hypnobirthing, Spinning Babies and a ton more at...The Body, Birth and Baby Center at bodybirthandbaby.com and @bodybirthandbabyloudoun

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me!

    Not in Mamistad but have an idea?

    Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups!

    As always, if you're a new mom, even if its not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

    Mamistad,

    Cynthia

    PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

    Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.

  • In this inspiring episode we chat with Mamistad Mom, Marla, who learned she had breast cancer when her second baby was only two weeks old.

    But don't think this is a sad hopeless story because even though Marla and her loved ones definitely had some trials, Marla has emerged stronger and full of light and happy to help other moms learn the importance of knowing your risk factors, advocating for yourself, and realizing there's help out there - especially in the form of OTHER WOMEN on the same path! She's also pregnant with her 3rd baby!!

    Marla recommends:

    Breast Cancer Research Foundation

    Bright Spot Network: Find support for parents with cancer.Visit us at ⁠Mamistad.com⁠ for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.


    Want to be a guest on Mom Chat?

    Find me on mamistad.com.


    Mamistad,
    Cynthia


    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.


    Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can reach more listeners! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

  • This episode is one of two dedicated to Autism and the importance of understanding and accepting neurodiversity.

    We meet Mamistad Mami, Fabiola, an Astrophysicist by trade. She and her husband learned that their little girl, Elena was Autistic when she was 18 months old. Fabi wanted to learn as much as she could about Autism, and in the process, she learned that she too is Autistic. This knowledge brought her freedom and an understanding and respect for herself and her new community. She shares many of her lessons with us here-including this quote by a 14-year old Autistic person:

    Awareness means you know I’m here.
    Acceptance means you’re happy to see me.

    Autism Spectrum: ⁠https://neuroclastic.com/its-a-spectrum-doesnt-mean-what-you-think/Temple Grandin: https://www.templegrandin.com/


    Visit us at ⁠Mamistad.com⁠ for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
    Want to be a guest on Mom Chat?

    Find me on mamistad.com.


    Mamistad,
    Cynthia
    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.


    Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can reach more listeners! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

  • Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can reach more listeners! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

    THIS IS A BIG ONE!

    In this episode, we chat with Susan Howard, MSN, RN, IBCLC, mother of three and founder and owner of Arlington Lactation & Feeding Therapy, LLC. Susan is a member of the Mamistad Mami Circle - our list of favorite providers!

    Susan has over 30 experience as a Registered Nurse, and became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in 2013 after her 'challenge baby' failed to thrive, refused to eat, and struggled to gain weight. A self-proclaimed "lacto-geek" who has a a special interest in tongue ties and supporting babies with dysfunctional sucking skills. She also loves working with medically-complex mothers and babies, including NICU graduates, reflux babies, slow gainers, and low supply mamas.

    We discuss:

    discovering breastfeeding in our own way as new mothers the blind date analogy the factory metaphor the NATURE of breastfeeding your hospital stay is NOT LONG ENOUGH to teach you how to breastfeed The Well Fed Baby Checklist-breastfeeding positions lessons from Mrs. Maisel oxytocin parties :) when to say WHEN

    Learn more about Susan's classes, and The Feeding Flock (a parenting and feeding support group that gathers twice a week in-person or on Zoom​) by visiting https://www.arlingtonlactation.com/
    On Instagram and Facebook @susanhowardibclc

    Visit us at ⁠Mamistad.com⁠ for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, let's chat!

    Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Find me on mamistad.com.
    Mamistad,
    Cynthia
    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

  • "You can be a good mom and a working mom. You are allowed to be both."

    In this episode we chat with mother, veteran, entrepreneur and founder of the Working Mom Conference, Christa Bright. She is a visionary with the knowledge, energy and connections to make big things happen!

    As we all know, life and often motherhood, happen when you're making (other) plans! Christa learned life lessons from her own supportive mother which she now shares with her own amazing son! Through the Working Mom Conference, she inspires us to learn from, and support each other because "You can be a good mom and a working mom. You are allowed to be both."

    Don't miss the opportunity to embrace empowerment, foster resilience, and create a fulfilling life. Secure your spot at The Working Mom Conference 2024 - where success meets balance!

    Learn all about The Working Mom Conference and how you can be a part of it this August 3rd and 4th in Philadelphia, here: https://www.thewmconference.com/.

    There is a VIRTUAL OPTION too!!

    Follow the WMC on Instagram: @working momconference

    Visit us at ⁠Mamistad.com⁠ for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know where to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Find me on mamistad.com.

    Mamistad,

    Cynthia

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

    PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can reach more listeners! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

  • Mamistad 144 (M144) an Arlington VA group born in 2017, joins us to share their real deal struggles, realizations and discoveries with and about motherhood. Their humble and honest truth telling reminds us that Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is literally a force of nature. Join us as we discuss:

    Dropping judgments & finding friends

    2nd thoughts about motherhood

    IVF

    Pregnancy after loss

    Mom Group Traditions

    Sisters to the Rescue

    and more...

    Want to learn more about Temi's Traveling with Kiddos program, visit: https://quinnsleeps.com/

    Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if its not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Find me on mamistad.com.

    Mamistad,

    Cynthia

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

    PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

  • FINALLY! The world is beginning to understand that becoming a mother comes with SO MUCH MORE than most of us ever realized! Matrescence helps us understand just how "normal" the roller coaster of becoming a mother really is - and in my opinion, why the world needs to give us all one HUGE BREAK!

    Megan MacCutcheon LPC, PMH-C joins me as we talk about MATRESCENCE - the process of a woman becoming a mother and all the changes that come with it -

    biologically, spiritually, psychologically, socially, existentially, spiritually...

    I first learned about it in 2018 in a TED Talk by Dr. Alexandra Sacks. You know, the one I share with all new Mamistad members? :) Since then, I've become fascinated with it!

    Join us as we talk about the many ways this concept can help us better understand and respect motherhood and parenthood in general!

    Find Megan here: https://www.meganmaccutcheon.com

    and here: https://behivewellness.com/Learn more about her EMDR sessions here: https://www.meganmaccutcheon.com/emdr

    Visit us at ⁠Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.


    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? I want to hear it!

    FINALLY, please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!


    Mamistad,

    ~Cynthia, CNPE

    Mami & Founder Mamistad

    The New Moms Network

    Mamistad.com


    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

  • In this episode, we meet Dr. Stephanie Waggel, Psychiatrist, MD, MS, PMH-C and Medical Director at Improve Life PLLC. Her special focus is on women, mood, anxiety, ADHD testing AND treatment, depression, OCD, PTSD, bipolar, and more.

    She is a mother, author, motivational speaker, teacher, cancer survivor, marathon runner, medical student advisor, martial artist and founder of Improve Medical Culture. My favorite part - she's brilliant, funny and she makes time for SLEEP! Hear what she has to say about:

    - Mom guilt & work-life balance
    -The beauty of SLEEP!
    -Treatment of PMADs (Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders)
    - Intrusive Thoughts - its not just YOU
    - HPA and Epigenetics - it's interesting
    -Your UTERUS is NOT TO BLAME!

    Episode challenge: can you catch the moment Dr. W. uses my new favorite word Schadenfreude? :)

    Learn more about Dr. Waggel and the great things she's doing here:

    Website: https://www.improvelifepllc.com/
    On Instagram: @improvemedicalculture and @improvelifepllc

    Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/improvemedicalculture

    Visit us at ⁠Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? I want to hear it!

    FINALLY, please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!


    Mamistad,

    ~Cynthia, CNPE

    Mami & Founder Mamistad

    The New Moms Network

    Mamistad.com


    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

  • Greetings and welcome as we recognize Black maternal Health Week from April 11-17, 2024!

    The purpose of #BMHW24 is to highlight efforts led by BlackMamasMatterAlliance (BMMA), and collectively work toward a future where ALL Black Mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive throughout their lives-including in their reproductive years. This year's theme is “Our Bodies STILL Belong to Us: Reproductive Justice NOW!”
    In this episode we chat with Samantha Griffin, a Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula and Certified Childbirth Educator. She founded DC Metro Maternity and brought on a team of other passionate certified ​female doulas of color and together, they have been supporting black families in the DC, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia areas since 2018.

    Samantha shares her profound mission as a black doula working with women of color:What we really try to do as doulas is take away so much of that fear. Make sure that people know that someone is there with them. And that it can be an experience that's really beautiful and valuable and can help you. See new sides of yourself in ways that are so inspiring as opposed to, "Oh my gosh, this is terrifying. I can't do it..." because we can do it. You know, even if it's our first time and no matter what sort of birth you have, whether it's unmedicated or you want an epidural, or even if you need a C section, like there's so much beauty and honor in that.

    We also discuss:

    -Black Maternal health Week-historical reasons women of color are still "catching up" when it comes to health services

    -how doulas can help every mother
    -postpartum doulas and the importance of accepting help!

    -Samantha's special offer to high risk pregnant black women: Grounded Birth: A Course for High Risk Pregnancy

    Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know where to find me!

    Not in Mamistad but have an idea? I want to hear it!

    Mamistad,

    Cynthia

    PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

  • When one of us wins, we ALL win!

    In this episode you'll meet Molly, Megan and Monica of the phenomenal M176 - an Arlington VA area Mamistad group first connected in the Fall of 2019.

    The consummate Mama Tribe, they have weathered many storms and fiercely protected each other and their families with lots of tears, laughter and amazing memories to show for it.

    COVID tested them, but only made their bonds as moms, and a community of young families, even stronger.

    Join us as we discuss how:

    -Showing up happens in many forms
    -Moms thrive in accepting spaces

    -Unconditional mom support can be a lifeline

    -Happy Moms mean Happy KIDS

    Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me!

    Not in Mamistad but have an idea? I want to hear it!

    Mamistad,

    Cynthia

    PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.

  • Was I wrong to want a home birth?

    Mamistad Mom Heather answers this question w/incredible honesty & wisdom after a difficult stay in the NICU.

    Her introspection will inspire you.

    NEOwell’s expertise will empower you.

    Denver Mama Heather shares the story of her baby girl, Jocelyn's birth and their time in the NICU as a result of little Jocelyn's complex medical needs and we hear from the two incredible NICU nurses (and NICU graduates themselves) from NEOwell: Melissa Braun, MSN, CRNP, CBC and Margie Kuczkowski, MSN, CRNP, CBC.

    We also discuss:

    - the importance of DOULAS- the effects of trauma in childbirth (not just those that are NICU related)

    - the need to be like water during labor and delivery, while feeling confident in advocating for yourself and your baby!

    - the power of knowledge that NEOwell brings to parents who will have NICU stays AND also to those who won't

    - the beauty of having your MOM TRIBE when you have a baby with complex medical needs


    Learn more about NEOwell here: https://www.neowellpartners.com/


    See the Children hospital Colorado social media feature on our sweet little Jocelyn and see some adorable pictures of her here:https://www.instagram.com/p/C21G2byuaZm/?igsh=MWhxdjU3aWNhajl0aA==Heart Day Toy Drive for Children's Hospital:Heart Day Toy Drive for Children's Hospital Colorado | Amazon Gift ListHeart Day Toy Drive for Children's Hospital Colorado | Amazon Gift List

    Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if its not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.


    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea?

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.


    Mamistad,

    Cynthia

    PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

  • Greetings Lovelies!

    The 2024 International Women's Day Campaign theme is 'Inspire Inclusion'.

    As moms, I hope we can inspire inclusion amongst ourselves - let's judge each other less, and appreciate each other more. The struggle to raise children in this increasingly dynamic world is real. The sooner we realize we're all in it together and pushing towards the same goal - a bright future for our kids - the better.

    Thanks to:

    euronews.com

    and

    International Womens Day.com: Inspire others to help forge an inclusive world by sharing your #InspireInclusion image across social media using #IWD2024 #InspireInclusion.

    Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if its not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea?

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
    Mamistad,

    Cynthia

    PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

  • In this episode you'll meet Lara and Molly of Mamistad Denver 21. Theirs is the 21st Mamistad Group created in Denver. They were connected as first-time pregnant mamas back in 2019 and have done more than just share their new Mama journey together - they survived it during a major pandemic. Maybe that's why they're still so close today.

    Their group is an inspiration for all mom's groups as they continue to support each other as their kiddos enter the elementary school years, and with more babies having joined the mix! They share some of their thoughts on why their group is so successful, and remind us that just showing up as your authentic self makes all the difference.

    Molly is an has an amazing birth story to share too! I'm still blown away...

    Lara is a certified professional coach and shares some great insights throughout the episode. You can see her website and learn more about her upcoming book here: https://larabuelow.com/.

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if its not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    ~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature. Mamistad,

    Cynthia

    PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!

  • In our first episode of Mom Chat, my dear friend and Mamistad Mom, Jacie, joins me, Cynthia, in an introduction to Mamistad.

    We recorded this as a practice but decided to go with it when the conversation flowed so well! Unfortunately, the audio is not the best, but I promise we'll get better as we move along!

    We're launching this episode on Valentine's Day as a BIG HUG to all Moms! You're beautiful and you make the world go 'round by filling it with your incredible love EVERY...SINGLE...DAY.

    Mamistad, let's chat.

  • Hi, I'm Cynthia. In 2005, I created Mamistad as a hobby to help first-time moms find their new mama tribes. Now with thousands of Mami members and counting and DC, Austin and Denver, and having welcomed thousands of babies, I realize it's no longer a hobby. It's a necessity.
    We are still here growing and expanding to new cities. We're still here celebrating and commiserating because honestly, That's what it's all about. We all face ups and downs and motherhood. I promise, IT'S NOT JUST YOU.
    It's time to push the boundaries and see moms for who we really are. Some of the most incredible creatures on the planet. It's time to see new motherhood as more than just having a baby. Having a child touches every aspect of a birthing person's life. Until we acknowledge and respect that moms will continue to approach new motherhood as the time to buy all "the necessities"without realizing that what they need most is to pay attention to their own mental health, and to make sure they acknowledge and make space for their own thoughts and feelings as they prepare to open the amazing Technicolor door of motherhood.Worse without this realization, some new moms will continue to suffer silently and often unnecessarily - not realizing that what they're experiencing is actually kind of normal! With a little knowledge beforehand, we can likely save ourselves a lot of struggle later. So many of us think that we must be doing it wrong without realizing there is not one right way to give birth and care for a baby. We all have our own unique journeys, and this is where we celebrate them!

    So, whether you're a Mamistad Mom or not, we want you to be a part of the conversation. We're not experts, we're just a sisterhood of moms going with the flow together. Join Mom Chat as we share our everyday motherhood, joys and struggles, challenges and triumphs. We'll call on some of our expert collaborators here and there too. And remember:

    Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a sisterhood of moms is a FORCE OF NATURE.

    Mamistad...

    Let's chat.

    Visit us at ⁠Mamistad.com⁠ for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.

    If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, let's chat!

    Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Find me on mamistad.com.


    Mamistad,


    Cynthia Tinajero

    Certified New Parent Educator

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