The Momma Moment

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Introducing The Summer Lovin' Series May 29, 2023

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Taking a break from weekly episodes this summer and straying from our original 4 week topic schedule. Instead I hope to bring you occasional episodes of The Summer Lovin' Series where I can share things TheMommaMoment is lovin this summer. Here is today's short list to get us started!

BigJoe Pool Float https://amzn.to/3WFRZSF
Brownie Brittle (Note - This is a 6 pack!) https://amzn.to/3N0xblH
Luke Combs' version of Fast Car
CupShe Women's Swimsuit Coverup https://amzn.to/3MGh4Z7

Can't wait to see what you other Mommas are lovin' this summer!

Travel Tips May 22, 2023

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Some of you have already started summer and some of us are counting the final days of school! To help us get ready, today will will talk about all kinds of travel tips that can help make your next trip fabulous.

I only mentioned a couple of items in today's show, but here are the links in case you want to check them out.

Traveler Tray (for little ones):

https://amzn.to/3WjmTjA

Suitcase/Luggage Scale: https://amzn.to/3Iu1nmO Packing Cubes: https://amzn.to/3q0vpIw Traveling Sound Machine: https://amzn.to/3q0vpIw Pillow/Blanket Combo: https://amzn.to/3Iu1nmO

A Mental Health Check In May 15, 2023

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Before we jump into the craziness of summer vacation, let's do a quick mental health check in!

Pet Peeves & Mindfulness May 08, 2023

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Join me for a quick laugh about pet peeves that drive us crazy and a very brief look at using mindfulness strategies to not let them ruin our day.

From the Episode - Here are the descriptions of 2 Mindfulness Strategies that can help lower anxiety and frustration.

PEACE

P- Pause before you have any reaction

E- Exhale a slow breath and then inhale a slow breath (maybe repeat!)

A- Acknowledge/Accept the situation

C- Choose what you want to do next (or how you will let it effect you)

E- Engage (thoughtfully) with those in the situation

5-4-3-2-1 Rule:

Thoughtfully go through each of your 5 senses in this way as a way of grounding yourself in the moment and finding calmness when you have control.

Focus on 5 things you can see.

Focus on 4 things you can touch.

Focus on 3 things you can hear.

Focus on 2 things you can smell.

Focus on 1 thing you can taste.

Conversation Starters for Kids/Teens May 01, 2023

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We know our children have a lot to say, but sometimes we need help getting them going. Today we'll look at conversation starters that can get the whole family chatting.

Summer Reading Lists for Moms Apr 24, 2023

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Summer Reading Lists aren't just for kids! Whether you are putting them on hold at the library or organizing your kindle, it's time to select some lighter books for the warmer months that are coming our way.

EMILY HENRY BOOKS:

- Beach Read

- Book Lovers

- Happy Place

JENNIFER WEINER BOOKS:

- Big Summer

- That Summer

- The Summer Place

AMANDA EYRE WARD BOOKS:

- Lifeguards

- The Jetsetters

ALI HAZELWOOD BOOKS:

- Love Hypothesis

- Love On The Brain

TESSA BAILEY BOOKS:

- Too Hot to Handle

- Too Wild To Tame

CHRISTINA LAUREN BOOKS:

- Soulmate Equation

The Getaway Collection Books:

- The UnHoneymooners (Christina Lauren)

- Twice in a Blue Moon

- The Honey-Don't List

Nora Goes Off Script (Monaghan)

Last Summer at the Golden Hotel (Friedland)

28 Summers (Hildebrand)

Chicken Sisters (Antonia)

Fast Meals To Avoid Fast Food Apr 17, 2023

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It's 5:00, there's no plan for dinner - don't panic! Let's chat about some ideas for meals that can be prepared very quickly on the busiest of days.

A Closer Look At Apologies Apr 10, 2023

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The art of apologizing is something developed over time and impacts all of our relationships. Join me for a very brief look at apologizing and I hope you will start to give more intentional thought to the words "I'm Sorry"

Neflix Family Time Apr 03, 2023

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Give your screen time limits a break and use Netflix as a way to spend time and connect with your kids! Here are the specific shows mentioned today:

**Don't forget to give the show a rating or leave me some comments while you're here!**

Comedies (shorter episodes): The Mindy Project Never Have I Ever Kim’s Convenience Oldies But Goodies: Gilmore Girls Full/Fuller House The Babysitters Club Modern Family Friday Night Lights Dramas: Wednesday Anne of Green Gables Atypical Umbrella Academy All American Competition/Game Shows: Awake: The Million Dollar Game The Mole (new version!) The Floor Is Lava The Circle Cheer (Reality documentary) Glow Up One Time Watch Shows: Speed Cubers Spelling The Dream The Hidden Lives of Pets (4 part series but a total of 2 hours) High Score

Favorite Amazon Finds! Mar 27, 2023

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I am super excited to tell you about these great Amazon items!! Before you shop - PLEASE take a moment to leave a review of the show if you can!

Here are the links for all of today's items: