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Fun Is The Main Ingredient With David Burtka Oct 23, 2019

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We're increasing our dad count on Mom Brain with David Burtka! He's an actor, chef, father of twins, and the husband of Neil Patrick Harris. You've probably seen him in films like "Dance-Off", "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas", the series "How I Met Your Mother", "American Horror Story," and much more. He has also been a judge for "Beat Bobby Flay", "Top Chef Masters" and "Worst Cooks in America." His new cookbook is titled Life Is a Party: Deliciously Doable Recipes to Make Every Day a Celebration.

In this episode, David discusses fatherhood, marriage, and relearning math through his kids. Also, the incredible story of how his twins were conceived with an egg donor, a surrogate, and both his and Neil's own DNA. Plus, David talks about the elaborate imagination that goes into every meal in their table, and why fun is always on the agenda in their household.

Favorite Things:

Hilaria: GoMacro MacroBars

Daphne: NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil

David: Breathe B12 Methylated Vitamin B12 Diffuser

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Daphne's Back Just In Time For The Season 2 Premiere - Jeannie Gaffigan And Her Incredible Story!!! Oct 16, 2019

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Daphne's back from maternity leave and in this very special season 2 premiere episode of Mom Brain, Jeannie Gaffigan stops by to tell us about incredible life changing story. Jeannie is a director, producer, writer, and mom of 5 children. Her husband is comedian Jim Gaffigan. In 2017 a benign tumor was found in Jeannie's brain the size and shape of a pear. For the past 2 years Jeannie has dealt with brain surgery, complications, throat surgery, and recovery. Her new book, When Life Gives You Pears: The Healing Power of Family, Faith, and Funny People, chronicles her amazing journey of family, love and what happens when a mom is faced with a life altering .

In this episode Jeannie articulates what it's like to be an incapacitated mom, while she dealt with all of the issues stemming from her brain surgery. She discusses her tumor, her kids, her husband, the benefits (and trials) of having a large family, and faith. Make sure you stick around after the episode for the bonus Mom Brain game.

Favorite Things:

Hilaria: Curie White Tea Deodorant

Daphne: Buckwheat Mushroom Rice Ramen by Lotus Foods

Jeannie: Smelling her children's heads

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Mindfully Navigating Tech and Parenting with Nancy Colier Oct 09, 2019

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Nancy Colier holds many titles. She's a psychotherapist, an interfaith minister, author, mindfulness educator, relationship coach, plus a wife and mom of 2 girls. Her most recent book is 2016's The Power of Off: The Mindful Way to Stay Sane in a Virtual World. You may have seen her featured on Good Morning America, Fox and Friends, RT America, and the New York Times. Nancy is also a regular blogger for Psychology Today.

This episode of Mom Brain is all about technology and children. How we balance our need for technology while acknowledging some of the harmful effects screens and social media might have on us and our kids. Nancy discusses how both children and adults can change their mindset when it comes to dependency on cell phones and look to be more mindful while using their devices.

Favorite Things:

Hilaria: Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma, by Peter A. Levine

Daphne: Blank journal

Nancy: A rubber bouncy ball

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Seeing Is Believing - Eye Care For Our Kids With Dr. Emily Ceisler Oct 02, 2019

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It's time to talk about eye care for your children. Dr. Emily Ceisler is a board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and strabismus surgeon in a private practice in Manhattan. Emily has a medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed her residency in ophthalmology at Harvard’s Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. She performs pediatric eye surgery at NYU Medical Center and the New York Eye & Ear Infirmary.

In this episode Dr. Ceisler covers a lot of ground. Things get technical when it comes to how to treat different forms of "lazy eye". She talks about the different ways to get kids comfortable when they have to wear glasses or even eye patches to school. A main takeaway is to remember to get your kids checked early.

Favorite Things:

Hilaria: Tinkle Eyebrow Razor

Daphne: Healthy Vegan Twix Bars recipe from Alphafoodie

Emily: Miraflex, Zoobug, or Nano glasses for children

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Preschool Primer with Pre-School Teacher Jeanné Graham Sep 25, 2019

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For over a decade Jeanné Graham has been a preschool teacher in New York City for children between the ages of 3 and 5 years old. She is a practitioner of the Reggio Emilia approach which is based on children learning in a self-directed curriculum.

In this episode, Jeanné talks about how she handles conflicts in the classroom between students and the dynamics between teachers and parents. She explains how she deals with kids saying bad words and how she doesn't encourage younger children to say sorry if they don't know what the word means.

Favorite Things:

Hilaria: A blank book

Daphne: Kickee Pants Pajamas

Jeanné: Vivian Paley books and "Oh, the Places You'll Go!" by Dr. Seuss

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Don't Dread the Dentist with Dr. Ruby Gelman Sep 18, 2019

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Dr. Ruby Gelman is a Pediatric Dentist in private practice in New York City and has been practicing for 19 years. Dr. Gelman is a member of the New York County Dental Society where she serves on the Board of Directors as the Chair of the Public and Professional Relations Committee, and leads the Society’s community service efforts in children’s dental health.

This episode is all about answering questions regarding kids and teeth. How often should you buy new toothbrushes, when should your kid start going to the dentist, when does grinding teeth become a problem? Dr. Gelman wants to make your experience at the dentist as painless as possible by making sure you know how to take care of your child's teeth.

Favorite Things:

Hilaria: Philips Sonicare Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush

Daphne: bbhugme Pregnancy Pillow

Ruby: Arm & Hammer Glōbrush

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Nurses Are A Mom's Best Friend With Maternity Nurse Katie Verbesy Sep 11, 2019

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Nurses play a HUGE and very important role for every mom, and there are many different kinds. Labor/Delivery nurses help during the actual labor of the birth and delivery. Then postpartum nurses help after the baby is born in helping new moms recover both physically and prepare emotionally for motherhood. Katie Verbesy is a maternity nurse who helped Hilaria with 3 of her postpartum experiences.

Together Katie and Hilaria discuss the plethora of things that moms go through and should prepare for before, during and after their labor and delivery date, including breast feeding, pumping, and postpartum bleeding. Plus, asking your doctor all the questions you can think of, what to expect if your baby has to spend time in the NICU and much more!

It's a clinical, casual, frank, honest, and fun conversation you don't want to miss!

Favorite Things:

Hilaria: Boca Terry Womens Robe

Daphne: Seedlyfe Pregnancy Smoothie

Katie: Dermoplast spray

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Sarah Thomas' Food Adventures for Picky Eaters Sep 04, 2019

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Part of Sarah Thomas' day is curating the wine at a fancy Manhattan restaurant while the other part is filled with getting kids to try diverse food. Sarah is the co-founder, Chief Imaginator, and Story Chef at Kalamata’s Kitchen, which is both a successful children's book series and organization that aims at transforming picky eaters into adventurous ones. Sarah has written 3 Kalamata's Kitchen books which deals with the young protagonist going on food-based adventures. Sarah deals with adult eaters at her other job as sommelier at Le Bernardin in New York City.

Sarah discusses how the Kalamata book series encourages kids to try new foods, and how the Kalamata organization works with restaurants to get kids to expand their palate.

Favorite Things:

Hilaria: GreenPan Pans

Daphne: Guidecraft Classic Kitchen Helper Stool

Sarah: Hatch Baby Rest Sound Machine

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Dr. Arash Akhavan Is Back With Skin Health Tips For Summer And Beyond - Dermatology Part 2!!! Aug 28, 2019

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Dr. Arash Akhavan is back and schooling us on skin health! If you missed our first episode with Dr. Akhavan, you should scroll down and check it out, because it was chock full of information from our favorite Dermatologist. So much, that we couldn't fit it all into one episode, and we had to invite him back for part 2.

He is a board certified dermatologist who founded the Dermatology and Laser group in Manhattan and started the product line, Mod Skin NYC, but his biggest claim to fame is being the first returning guest on Mom Brain. Dr. Arash is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor Award Winner 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. He is also member of the faculty of The Mount Sinai Medical Center, where he is involved in the education of dermatology residents in their cosmetic and medical clinics.

This time around we delved into recent FDA announcements about toxic ingredients in sunscreens you should avoid for you and your kids. Also, skin tips for during and after the summer, the risks of too much product on your face, and dangers of at home DIY skin "repair" kits. Plus, anti-aging procedures, skin rejuvenation, and of course, botox, stretch marks and a ton more! So listen up and take notes.

Dr. Akhavan Recommendations:

Sun Screens: MD Solar Sciences, Blue Lizzard, Color Science

Skin rejuvenation procedures mentioned: Fractional Resurfacing Lasers, Micro-Needling, Chemical Peels, Dermaplaning

For exfoliating pores: Mechanical exfoliation, Vitamin C in products, Clay masks

Favorite Things:

Hilaria: San Diego Sun Hat Company

Daphne: Mott50 Kids Swimwear and Bitty Brah Kids Hats

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Elizabeth Chambers Hammer is a Baking Boss Mom Aug 21, 2019

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Elizabeth Chambers Hammer has had a busy and eclectic career. She's been a journalist, tv personality, model, actress, entrepreneur, and much more. You've seen her on E! News, and as a judge on Cupcake Wars. In 2012 at the age of 28 she opened Bird Bakery first in San Antonio then in Dallas. She's no simple figurehead, she's a hands on boss baker. Oh and she's the mother of 2 children and wife of actor Armie Hammer.

Elizabeth discusses the hard work that goes into starting a business while juggling being a mom and a wife. Plus how being a good boss, helps her be a great mom. Together Hilaria, Daphne and Elizabeth share birthing stories, tips on traveling with kids, setting and accomplishing mom goals, and how it's important for moms to learn to adapt.

Favorite Things:

Hilaria: Earth's Best Certified Organic Whole Grain Oatmeal Cereal

Daphne: NailFrida The SnipperClipper Set

Elizabeth: Carasoin Cold Fusion Moisturizer

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