Everything Stay At Home Mom

A Word With A Children's Book Author - Carey V. Azzara Feb 26, 2019

In this episode, we interview a children's book author, Carey V. Azzara and explore the world of writing. If you've ever considered writing a book, we hope this will inspire and encourage you. Carey talks to us about his change in career path after retirement which allowed him to combine a life long skill of writing with the love of storytelling. He is so warm and kind hearted, you'll want to run out to buy his book after listening to this podcast! We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

How Surrendering To Support Gave Me Control Over My Weight Feb 05, 2019

Post partum weight loss is a real struggle for many of us and affects are health in more ways than one. Melody shares her health story with us and tells us how she was able to recover her pre-baby body 5 times!! Listen in for some encouragement and inspiration to help you take control of your health. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Summer Is Here! Sanity Tips May 30, 2018

Let's help you make this summer fun while staying sane. We'll share what has worked for us or what we hope will work for us this time around ;) We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Homeschool, Dreams, and Socialization Mar 06, 2018

Join us as we interview homeschool teen author who discusses the truth behind socialization as a homeschooled kid. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Hello Again and Fun Work From Home Alternatives Oct 17, 2017

Join us as we share a bit about what has consumed us and kept us away from you all. We certainly are attempting a come back. Listen in, you may just want to join in on our fun. Listen to these two friends as they go through life, keep it real, share lessons learned with you all to hopefully ease the path of motherhood in one way or another. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Recap On First Year of Homeschool, Kindergarten Math, and a New Business May 09, 2017

We promise we haven't forgotten you. Life has just gotten the best of us. But know that we are committed to you all, even if for now our chats are infrequent. We will return soon enough and do it with vengeance. In the meantime, please listen in to what has been swallowing us up in life. In the last episode, we heard a little bit about Claudia's personal struggles. This past year was Marisela's first year in homeschooling while Claudia is graduating her first high schooler in homeschool. She shares lessons learned and a bit about a new exciting business venture. Listen to these two friends as they go through life, keep it real, share lessons learned with you all to hopefully ease the path of motherhood in one way or another. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Surviving A Cancer Scare Feb 15, 2017

We have abandoned you for a bit. But we are still here and loving you more than ever. Please come listen as we share a little bit of real life that has happened and set us off track. But we're tenacious so we aren't going anywhere. Surviving a cancer scare . . . yup, can't get any more real than that. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Favorite Ethnic Kitchen Tricks and Tips Aug 19, 2016

Unless you're a professional chef, you could probably use a tip or two in the kitchen. Listen in and see if you can pick up any tips and tricks to make your meal prep faster and/or easier. Leave with some yummy ethnic recipes as well. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Letting Go and Letting God....Yikes! My Kid is in College! Aug 17, 2016

Join us as we talk about God, prayer and how we can let go but still remain very involved though our prayer life in our College Kids' lives. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Where We Have Been and Our Summer Burn Out Jul 19, 2016

We disappeared on you didn't we?! So sorry, life is just swallowing us up right now. But we took a little breather to catch you up on where we've been and how we are dealing with our summer burn out. Please listen in. We'll try to get the ball rolling again. Don't leave us!! ;) We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

A Peek Into Momma Vlogging on YouTube Feb 08, 2016

You may ask, what is a momma vlog? They are short video blogs that moms post on YouTube to share their thoughts, routines, hauls, crafts, homeschool days, dinners and anything else that is on their mind. It's like blogging on three shots of expresso! Such fun! I picked one of my favorite momma vloggers to give us a peek into momma vlogging on youtube. She is Erica, from Gra8ful8, a fun, wonderful homeschooling momma of 5. Listen now! We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Half Mom Half Amazing! DITL of a Homeschool Mom and Blogger! Dec 02, 2015

In this episode we interview amazing momma Nicole Venters on her homeschool style :) We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Preschool to Common Core with Cathy Duffy Nov 24, 2015

If you are a Christian homeschooling veteran, then you know Cathy Duffy. But if you are new to homeschooling, we urge you to listen to this podcast so you can meet her. She's a wealth of information when it comes to homeschooling. Her book simplifies curriculums like you wouldn't believe. You just can't afford to miss this episode. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Essential Oils: Are They A Craze Or A Natural Remedy? Oct 14, 2015

Essential oils seem to be an "in thing" these days. Yet for most of us, they are a bit of a mystery. Besides making your house smell amazing, what are they good for? Are they a craze or a natural remedy? Our guest for this episode demystifies essential oils for us. If you are interested in a short precise explanation of essential oils, this episode is it. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Did You Just Call Me A Minority? Oct 02, 2015

U.S. born children of mixed ethnicities may not relate to a single culture and simply consider themselves American. It may actually be a shocker to them to find out that they are considered a minority in society. In fact, the word minority may not even be a part of their vocabulary leaving them to conclude that it may be a bad word. So what is a parent left to do . . . show them to embrace their ethnic background or encourage them to blend into the melting pot? How does one explain how society might see them from an ethnic perspective when they feel there is nothing different about them? We open up this discussion in this episode. We hope you will join us. Leave us your thoughs on the blog or on social media. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Picking The Right Home Business For You Aug 19, 2015

Have you or are you considering a home business? Have you already been disillusioned by an "opportunity"? Well don't give up on all of them. Some have great potential for the right people. Some are definitely set up for most to fail. I learned the hard way. Although I'm not actively pursuing a home business opportunity, I've taken notes on what to watch out for and what to seek. Listen in on this episode for some tips in picking the right home business for you. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review, we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Mom of One, Don't Fear Number Two Aug 14, 2015

Becoming a mom can be frightening. Becoming a mom of 2 or more can be even more so. We are here to calm your fears and tell you why you got this!! Please visit us at our blog http://www.everythingsahm.net If you have a minute, please leave us a review on Blog Talk Radio, iTunes, or Stitcher. It helps us encourage more moms out there by helping us be found.

The Great Momma Comeback and a Health Challenge Jul 17, 2015

We have been gone and we've missed you. We hope you have missed us too. Join us in this episode for an update on what's been going on in this crazy momma life. We are coming back and taking our health back!! We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Why I Ate My Placenta May 12, 2015

Listen to this episode and I'll tell you why this technical, scientific research seeking mama took a leap of faith and ate her placenta. There are so many benefits that I experienced. I highly recommend it. I interview a certified placenta specialist to demystify the practice. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

When Your Natural Birth Plan Does Not Go As Planned May 07, 2015

We are back with an interview of one of our mamas as she shares her labor story. She thought she had it all down to the T with a specific natural birth plan in place. Little did she know things would turn out quite the opposite. Sometimes, we just are not in control. She shares how she is coping and regaining control of what is currently in her hands. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Natural Labor - Don't Believe The Hype!! Mar 17, 2015

Have you delivered your babies "naturally", through c-section, or with the help of medication. All forms of delivery are commendable since they meet their ultimate purpose of bringing a beautiful life to this world. However, there can be a lot of hype around natural delivery. In this episode, I share my personal delivery experience. It's not all it's cracked up to be!! We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

She's going into labor live on the air y'all!!! Feb 24, 2015

Marisela is going into labor now! We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Homeschool Preschool Prep - The Secret To Getting It Done! Feb 18, 2015

Sorry to publish this episode a little late, I've been busy with a newborn. This episode was actually recorded prior to my "Live Labor" episode. Hope you have time to check it out. Claudia shares great advice on how to do preschool from home on a budget. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Mom's New Year's Resolutions for 2015 - Yay or Nay? Jan 09, 2015

Hey there mama, do you have a new year's resolution for 2015? What is your vote for resolutions this year, yay or nay? We invite you to listen to how our 2014 New Year's resolutions went and what we have or don't have in mind for 2015. Sometimes motherhood is just too overwhelming and we can end up in survival mode. A resolution can throw us over the edge or be exactly what we need. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Our Top Christmas Gift Ideas for 2014 Dec 19, 2014

Are you done with your Christmas shopping for 2014? Or are you a super busy mom who is now dreading going out in the crowd to get some gifts the week before Christmas? Let us lighten the load by giving you some suggestions. Listen in as we share OUR top Christmas gift ideas for 2014. We don't promise they'll coincide with what the consumer reports have to say, but we do have some pretty good suggestions. We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Tackling the Terribly Wonderful Inevitable Twos Dec 09, 2014

Do you feel challenged by your toddler? Having trouble tackling the terrible twos? Can't wait for them to pass? Listen to this episode, and we'll share with you why they aren't so terrible, in fact, they are wonderful. We encourage you to take it all in and dare I say, ENJOY IT! We know you are super busy, but if you can please take a minute to leave us a rating and review we will be so grateful. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really encouraging :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/. You can connect with us on social media through there.

Turkey Talk - Last Minute Thanksgiving Tips and Ideas for Busy Moms Nov 25, 2014

Ok, we know there are some moms out there who need some last minute tips and ideas for Thanksgiving. If nothing else, you at least like our company. Listen to this podcast to hear what we have going on for Thanksgiving and for some preparation tips that we think may help you too. Please take a minute to leave us a rating and review. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really motivating :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/

Real Mom Fears - We All Have Them Nov 07, 2014

Motherhood is no joke. Nothing can prepare you for it; it’s simply life changing. So of course it comes with fears, real mom fears – we all have them. Fears vary depending on what stage of motherhood we are in and depending on our personality. In this episode of our podcast, Claudia and I discuss some real mom fears. We know you have some of your own and we don’t want you to ever feel like you are alone in your mom fears. We may not have solutions for them, but sometimes it’s comforting to just have a community of mothers who understand you. Please take a minute to leave us a rating and review. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really motivating :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/

Halloween Alternatives - Without The Fright Oct 24, 2014

If you aren't into celebrating Halloween at all, don't like the traditional American way, or simply don't think your kiddos are ready for the fright . . . we've put together some ideas on how you can alternatively and safely entertain the kids. There's no reason why your kiddos should miss out on any fun or what's more important, the candy! Please take a minute to leave us a rating and review. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really motivating :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/

Moms Getting Things Done In A Busy Season Oct 10, 2014

We apologize for being absent for a few weeks. Sometimes life gets so busy. So how do you get things done that just have to get done when you are super busy? Check out this episode for some practical tips from a busy mom. Please take a minute to leave us a rating and review. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really motivating :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/

Baby Shower Alternatives for Baby Number Two and Beyond Sep 19, 2014

If you're on baby #2 or beyond, you might be wondering if a baby shower is an appropriate event to have. We asked our Everything Stay At Home Moms what they thought and share some awesome ideas on baby shower alternatives in this episode. Even though you may not need anything for baby, there is no reason not to share the joy of your new addition. Listen in to hear creative ways you can celebrate your new baby even if you feel a baby shower is not quite in order. Please take a minute to leave us a rating and review. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really motivating :) Please visit us at our blog at http://www.everythingsahm.net/

Tips For Traveling with Babies and Toddlers Aug 22, 2014

Did you do much traveling this summer with a baby and/or a toddler? Could you use more tips and tricks for next time? We share what's worked for us in this episode and give you lots of encouragement so you're never afraid to hit the road with a little one. Please take a minute to leave us a rating and review. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really motivating :) Please visit us at our blog as well at http://www.everythingsahm.net/

Homeschooling for Tots and Preschoolers Aug 04, 2014

It seems kids need to be prepped just to go to preschool these days. If you're a mom who feels that pressure, like I do, or you simply have homeschooling in your heart for your littles but have no idea where to start . . . . then, don't despair! We have what you need to get going with homeschooling for tots and preschoolers. Don't miss our latest podcast episode on homeschooling for tots and preschoolers. Please take a minute to leave us a rating and review. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really motivating :) Please visit us at our blog as well at http://www.everythingsahm.net/

Are You Teachable? - Growing From Life's Everyday Moments Jul 09, 2014

Have you ever been given unsolicited judgmental advice and just blown it off because you felt defensive? Have you had really hard challenges and thought, "why me"? In every uncomfortable moment and time of strife, there is a hidden opportunity to learn a lesson or simply grow in how we handle the situation. The hard part is being teachable by putting our pride aside to learn something new. Listen in as we share our thoughts on this subject and some examples of our own. You'll know you are not alone in these challenges of motherhood. Please take a minute to leave us a rating and review. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really motivating :) Please visit us at our blog as well at http://www.everythingsahm.net/

Raising Little Helpers: Because It's Never Too Early To Teach Good Habits Jun 24, 2014

Taking care of the family is never ending work. It is an exhausting 24/7 job. Sadly, it is often a thankless job. So the sooner we can get some help, the better. Listen in as we share some tips for raising little helpers. Kids can actually start learning the good habit of helping at quite a young age. Most importantly, it helps build their little heart for serving others. Please take a minute to leave us a rating and review. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really motivating :) Please visit us at our blog as well at http://www.everythingsahm.net/

Keeping Friends Through Marriage and Motherhood Jun 18, 2014

Did you lose any friends when you got married or became a mother? Whether those friends were single, not mothers, or just like you, don't you wonder what you each could have done to keep the friendship fire burning? Listen in on this episode as we share some ideas from real life experience for keeping in touch and nurturing your friendships. Patience and love are key. Forgiving and understanding hearts are essential. Please take a minute to leave us a rating and review. It helps us grow and helps us know how to help more mothers out there. Not to mention, the good reviews are really motivating :) Make sure to stop by the blog as well at http://www.everythingsahm.net/

Parent Fails And How to Move On Jun 03, 2014

As a parent, do you think you've messed up? Has something not ideal, bad, horrible, or even scary happened with your kids that has made you think "did I just mess up my kid"? It happens to all of us. We are our biggest critics, especially when actual accidents, mishaps, or inadvertant oversights happen that make us question our skills as parents. You are not alone! You are not a bad mom. Listen as we share and (cough, cough) fess up to some of our own mistakes. We hope this episode will encourage you, bring you some company during those hard episodes in life, and maybe even make you laugh. Listen now :) If you like our podcast, please take a minute to leave us a rating and honest review here. It'll encourage us and help us reach a wider audience. Don't forget to visit us at our blog for more encouragement and random tips and rants: http://www.everythingsahm.net/ If you want some more one on one encouragement, please message us through our facebook page, we'll add you to the private group where our mommies share the good, the bad, and the ugly . . . but most importantly, we uplift and encourage each other.

Demystifying Gluten Free and No Sugars No Grains with Anna Vocino May 28, 2014

I’m so excited to be sharing with you our latest podcast, Demystifying Gluten Free and No Sugars No Grains with Anna Vocino. It was such a pleasure to have Anna Vocino on our show. She has truly cleared up the mystery around gluten free and no sugars no grains food. We of course are here to support our mommies regardless of the dietary choices they make. All we care about is that you find the way for you and that we can be here to support you and cheer you on. We encourage you to listen to this episode and learn how anyone can benefit from eliminating gluten, sugar, and grain from their diet. It just may be the thing for you. Anna even shares some cooking tips from her upcoming book! Make sure to check out her blog, Gluten Free Anna. Don't forget to visit us also at Everything Stay At Home Mom. Please be so kind to leave us a rating and review here if you find our content helpful. God bless!

Why Chiropractic Care Is Essential For Your Family's Health May 13, 2014

Did you know that chiropractic care is essential for your family's health? As moms, we typically take on the responsibility for our family's health. We seek ways to keep them healthy and prevent any kind of health issue. Steps we usually take include following a healthy diet and encouraging exercise. But what else can we do? Listen in for some advice and tips from our guest, Dr. Kris Chaffin, as he explains the basics and benefits of chiropractic care for the entire family.

9 Things I Wish I Knew About Delivering A Baby May 07, 2014

Are you a soon to be mommy or newer mommy who wants to hear a little more about what it's like to have a baby? . . . other than what your baby books offer, that is? Books are great, trust me, I've devoured so many, but there's nothing like chatting with real live Moms about real life experiences. As for veteran Moms, there's always more to talk about and learn since every delivery and every baby are so unique. Come on over and join us as we chat about some of the things we wish other Mommies had told us about having babies, because it never hurts to be prepared.

Mommy Blogging 101: Basics For Getting Started Apr 29, 2014

Mommy blogging is HUGE this day in age. I'm sure you have your set of favorite mommy blogs that you follow. You may not even realize what a Mommy Blog is, but lots of your favorite websites i.e. food sites, DIY sites, parenting sites, even business sites are blogs. Come learn what a mommy blog is and how you can get started with one of your own, whether you want to use it for private or public use. You don't have to want to be rich and famous to start one, but making money with one is definitely a possibility. In fact, you can use one for personal use only.

Defending Your Calling To Be A Stay At Home Mom Apr 24, 2014

Are you a stay at home mom or are considering becoming one? Have you been flooded with a ton of unsolicited opinions on your decision to be a stay at home mom? Do you often feel alone and unsupported in your decision? Listen in for some much needed support and encouragement. We'll share a few tips for defending your calling to be a stay at home mom. It's not an easy transition by any means. Trust us, we know.

Five Kids and Counting Apr 14, 2014

This is a catch up episode so you can find out what's going on with Claudia (our co-host) and her family now that they have two babies. Hear all about the labor and adjustments with two babies. Life is busy and not easy . . . but definitely a blessing. If you have more than one child and sometimes feel overwhelmed by your mother role, listen in for some encouragement. Although being a mother may sometimes be a thankless job, it is the best job ever.

Balancing Mom And Work At Home Responsibilities Apr 07, 2014

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your responsibilities as a mom? Do you work at home as well but are trying to figure out the right balance between work and personal life? Come listen to one of our Everything Stay At Home Mom's community members share her experience as a from home entreprenuer and mother. As if things weren't hard enough, she also has a special needs child and rocks the mom role. Things aren't always easy, but she'll share how she keeps going in the right direction.

Choosing The Right Preschool For Your Child Apr 01, 2014

Are you a first time parent with a tiny little tot that is ready to start preschool? Do you know what to look for in a school? It is a huge decision since you are trusting your little person to another person's care. Plus, their preschool learning will affect how prepared they are for Kindergarten. Listen in as a child specialist walks us through the process of choosing the right preschool for your little one.

Mystery Shopping 101: Better Than Couponing Mar 12, 2014

Would you love to have your groceries paid for? What about not having to budget in that pesky oil change? Don't usually remember to set aside money for date night? No problem! In this episode, an 8 year mystery shopping veteran tells us how to get all this paid for by someone else. Think of it as another way of couponing. Shop, provide feedback to the company you are shopping for, and get some of your expenses paid. It's a win, win!

The Joy of Organization: Tips and Tricks Mar 04, 2014

Do you ever feel like everything you do throughout the day is just maintenance . . . or even survival?! Do you wish your home could be just a tad bit more organized? There has to be a sane way to organize those craft supplies and toys, right? Listen in for some easy tips and tricks to organizing your home from certified professional organizer Bonnie Joy Dewkett from The Joyful Organizer.

Teaching Native Spanish In An American World Feb 19, 2014

Are you a first, second, third, or beyond Latin generation parent with hopes of teaching your children Spanish? Or perhaps you have no Latin background but think Spanish is a great language for your kids to learn. Teaching native Spanish in an American world is a challenge, especially when taken on as a home project. The tools available to us here in the U.S. are limiting in many ways or just unfamiliar in context. Listen in on a valuable resource we've discovered to make this journey fun and familiar.

A Day In The Life Of A Work At Home Dad Feb 12, 2014

Have you ever wondered what work at home parents do? . . . let alone a work at home dad? I've always been curious how they can make a living from home and why they choose to. I was intrigued when I found out my former boss had kissed his Director of Engineering job good bye and was not turning back. Listen in as he tells us what led him to kick Corporate America to the curb and shares details of his new fulfilling life.

Get Fit 90 day Challenge Feb 06, 2014

Join us during week 1 of Marisela's 90 day fitness challenge. We'll discuss her strategies and questions that are still lingering on how to get fit and reach her ideal weight. It's not too late to join. We'll help you stay accountable and cheer you on. If you're in, message us on our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/everythingsahm

8 Months Pregnant: Miserable Nights, Hopeful Days Jan 22, 2014

This week’s podcast is dedicated to our pregnant mommies. If you are pregnant, your body and soul are probably going through a lot of ups and downs. Claudia knows first hand. Since we’re all about keeping it real, we decided to take this opportunity to talk about her current experience. We wanted to use it as an opportunity to encourage other pregnant mommies. If you’re not pregnant, you’ll probably find this episode encouraging as well.

Mevoked: Protecting Your Child's Mental Health Jan 15, 2014

As parent's we have the responsibility of young lives in our hands. So it is normal to feel shame, guilt, blame, when our child does something wrong or hurtful towards others . . . or themselves. Worst of all, it is possible to be caught totally off guard. With bullying, beating, suicides, murders, and so forth going on amongst kids, one is left wondering what the adults could have done to prevent it. Join us as we talk about children's mental health and what we can do as parents to be aware of our children's mental state. We will share a fantastic on-line tool that can track children's mental state much like the search engines track our shopping tendencies.

Potty Training For The First Time Jan 07, 2014

Happy New Year!!! Hope the new year is starting out strong for you all. We have so many goals, we don't know where to start. One of them being potty training. Join us as I (Marisela) talk about my fears and questions regarding potty training and veteran mom (Claudia) counsels and encourages me. This should be a very helpful episode for any parent potty training for the first time or who hasn't done it in a while.

Everything SAHM: Helping Mommies Keep Their New Year's Resolution Dec 30, 2013

Do you have a hard time keeping your New Year's resolution? Would it help you to have an accountability team? Check out what we're doing for our mommies. We'll be sharing our personal resolutions as well.

EverythingSAHM: Couponing Basics, Beyond Sunday Inserts Dec 17, 2013

Do you coupon or have looooong considered couponing? Does it seem overwhelming or too time consuming? Come get some tips from our long time couponing friend . . . . in fact, I've been astonished at the deals she gets to the point that I personally consider her a couponing genius :) She takes couponing beyond Sunday inserts getting deals even at Victoria Secret and Bath and Body Works. Surprising, I know. You won't want to miss this episode.

EverythingSAHM: Keeping Christ in Christmas Dec 11, 2013

With all the crazy marketing going on during the holiday season, it sometimes requires extra effort to keep Christ in Christmas. Join us as we review the history of Christmas and share fun proven ideas on how to keep Christ in it all.

EverythingSAHM: Holiday Detox, How Momma Gets Her Groove Back Dec 05, 2013

Getting back into the swing of things can be hard after the holidays. Let's chat about how we can get our spiritual, mental, and emotional groove back if needed . . . .

Everything SAHM: Mommy Learning Made Easy Nov 22, 2013

Your mind is a beautiful, wonderful, gift from God. Don't let it go to waste. Cultivate it and help it grow. But with such a busy life, it's hard to make time. Well, we've come up with some awesome tips to make learning easy and help you improve your most valuable asset.

Everything SAHM: Modern Day Mom, Efficiency Through Technology Nov 19, 2013

Moms this day in age are busier than ever before. Why not leverage modern day technology to increase your efficiency? You'll be the super mom of your clique. Yes, many tools out there can be intimidating, but we're here to make it easy for you.

Everything SAHM: Why We Blog So Much About Food Part 2 Nov 13, 2013

Part 1 was awesome. So awesome, we didn't finish telling you why we talk about food so much. We'll wrap it up on this episode. Thanks for joining in.

Everything SAHM: Why We Blog So Much About Food Part 1 Nov 07, 2013

You may or may not have noticed that we talk about food a lot. We want you to know why. It's not all we are about, but it's important to us. Check out our blog, there is plenty more yummy posts on there.

Everything SAHM: Help Your Kids Memorize Anything Oct 29, 2013

Our 14 year veteran SAHM talks about easy tips for teaching kids memorization. We'll have a special guest appearance by some talented young ladies. Don't miss it!

Everything SAHM: Kick the Flu to the Curb Oct 24, 2013

Flu season stinks. It's horrible to have sick kids in the house, let alone our suddenly not so tough hubby. But when mom is sick, who cares other than mom? Unfortunately, the world doesn't stop turning and the show must go on. This makes it so much harder for mom to recover. Listen in for some natural ways to get yourself back up and recovered in no time.

Everything SAHM: Raising a Bilingual Child Oct 08, 2013

This is a very special episode. We welcome our first guest, Melissa. She is a child development specialist and will be speaking on bilingualism. This is a topic very dear to many of us either because we grew up speaking more than one language or have that hope for our children.

Everything SAHM: Breastfeeding Benefits & Challenges Part 1 Sep 26, 2013

Staying at home or not, breastfeeding can be a real challenge. However, it provides numerous benefits which makes it worth doing or at least attempting. Join us as we tackle the good and the bad of breastfeeding. We'll provide answers to questions we had regarding breastfeeding in hopes of helping other moms.

Everything SAHM: Managing When Things Don't Go As Planned Sep 23, 2013

Let's face it, we can talk about having a game plan for handling everything related to the home and family until we are blue in the face. We can have schedules made that includes every person's activities that will help us run our life perfectly. But, at the end of the day, no day is perfect. Life happens. There are tons of distractions, emergencies, and game changers. How do you deal when things don't go as planned? How do you deal when you have a special someone sabotage those plans? Come hear our take on that!

Everything SAHM: Top 10 Reasons To Be A SAHM Part 2 Sep 19, 2013

In this episode, we finish off our list of the top 10 reasons to be a stay at home mom. You won't want to miss this one!

Everything SAHM: Top 10 Reasons To Be A SAHM Part 1 Aug 15, 2013

The decision to become a stay at home mom is not an easy one. Many people try to convince us that it's just not what "moms have to do today". We're here to support you and tell you that your decision or desire to stay at home is the right one. We have the top 10 reasons for you to be a stay at home mom. Since we have a lot to say, there will be a Part 2 to this. So keep posted.

Everything SAHM: Getting Baby and Mommy Some Sleep Aug 12, 2013

In this episode we'll discuss the trials involved with getting baby to sleep through the night, since not all of us are blessed with babies that can do that easily. We'll talk about the extremes we sometimes go through as mothers to get a decent night of sleep.

Everything SAHM: A Case for Schedules Aug 10, 2013

In this episode of Everything Stay At Home Moms we make a very compelling case for establishing a routine and/or schedule for our kids, ourselves, and maybe even our husbands.

Everything SAHM: Meet the Duo Aug 08, 2013

Everything SAHM is about all the joys and challenges stay at home moms go through. We don't gloss over the tough issues. This isn't another "my life is perfect mommy chronicle". We lay it all out. In this episode, our first, we introduce ourselves and tell you what we're all about. Come check us out.

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