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Parenting with Anxiety

Parenting with Anxiety

"All too often we’re made to think that motherhood has to be a vision of perfection and that straying from that path means you’re doing it wrong. I hate that idea. I feel if we shared more often what we’re ACTUALLY feeling and thinking, maternal mental health would benefit greatly."Join Maura, Nicki, and Taylor as we continue our series of conversations based around Maternal Mental Health.Looking for therapy now? Reach out to our friends at Telemynd! A beacon of support for expecting and current mothers within the military community. Recognizing the unique mental health challenges faced by military families, Telemynd offers specialized, accessible care tailored to the distinctive needs of this community. Covered by TRICARE, they ensure that military moms receive the compassionate support and comprehensive therapy and/or psychiatry sessions they deserve, all through a secure virtual platform. Telemynd is here to guide military mothers on their journey toward emotional wellness, click here to learn more!If you or someone you know is at risk, the Military Crisis Line is available 24 hours a day. Call 988 and Press 1 or Text 838255 Other resources mentioned:- TRICARE- MilitaryOne Source- Postpartum Support International- Military Mom CollectiveSupport the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

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Parenting with Anxiety

Parenting with Anxiety

"All too often we’re made to think that motherhood has to be a vision of perfection and that straying from that path means you’re doing it wrong. I hate that idea. I feel if we shared more often what we’re ACTUALLY feeling and thinking, maternal mental health would benefit greatly."Join Maura, Nicki, and Taylor as we continue our series of conversations based around Maternal Mental Health.Looking for therapy now? Reach out to our friends at Telemynd! A beacon of support for expecting and current mothers within the military community. Recognizing the unique mental health challenges faced by military families, Telemynd offers specialized, accessible care tailored to the distinctive needs of this community. Covered by TRICARE, they ensure that military moms receive the compassionate support and comprehensive therapy and/or psychiatry sessions they deserve, all through a secure virtual platform. Telemynd is here to guide military mothers on their journey toward emotional wellness, click here to learn more!If you or someone you know is at risk, the Military Crisis Line is available 24 hours a day. Call 988 and Press 1 or Text 838255 Other resources mentioned:- TRICARE- MilitaryOne Source- Postpartum Support International- Military Mom CollectiveSupport the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Self Care is Important

Self Care is Important

It’s time to stop! We’ll say that again because it’s so important. STOP PUTTING OFF SELF-CARE! We know it’s a cliché, but you can’t pour from an empty cup.When your instincts scream at you to not rush into something or take on too much, you should pay attention. There are usually many solutions to any problem, you just need to slow down and look.Not just because you are a mom, but because you are a Military Mom. You make the mission possible. Just make sure to make YOU the mission every once in a while.Looking for more tips for a Mommy Reset? Check out Erin's blog here.We are glad you are here for Maternal Mental Health Month. Come back next week for Parenting With Anxiety When Your Kids Are the TriggerSupport the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Sex & Fitness.....Postpartum

Sex & Fitness.....Postpartum

May is Maternal Mental Health Month and all month long we are going to be here talking about just that! For our first episode, we sat down with our friends Courtney Boyer, of Courtney Boyer Coaching and Taylor Hester, of Taylor Hester Fitness to talk about Sex and Fitness Postpartum. We want to remind you that different is okay. It doesn’t mean you did something wrong. But that pain is not okay and everyone's timeline is different. Find a safe way to express your feelings and ask for support where you need it right now. You deserve to be supported. We are here for you! You are not alone and you are not to blame. Help is available. Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Only in the Military

Only in the Military

"Only in the military are my drivers license, the vehicle registration, and my address all in different states."Join Nicki, Maura, and Taylor as we sit down and chat about all the things that make this military life so unique and constantly keeping you on your toes. We also want to say thank you to Military Mom Collective Alumni Contributor Kalie, for sharing her powerful words for Month of the Military Child. We are so proud of our dandelions. Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

The Power of a Pivot in Military Life

The Power of a Pivot in Military Life

"You made a big decision and it's ok to feel sad or angry. Feel those feelings. Have your pity party and then move on."Sit down with us as we chat with #MilMC Contributor Katie P, owner of Love and Lettering by Katie to talk about the 'Power of Pivoting'. Katie shares her story on how this military life has led her to make career pivots and encourages listeners to "own your pivot". You can find Katie on Spouse-ly and on Instagram. Thank you for your support of military affiliated small businesses! Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Family Road Trip Prep

Family Road Trip Prep

Travel is stressful for everyone. But with these car tips for traveling with kids, maybe you’ll be a little more at ease!Join Maura, Taylor, and Nicki as we chat about traveling with our kids, tips and tricks for packing the car, and apps you may find useful during your travels.Summer is notoriously famous for military family road trips, whether it be to summer camp, visiting grandma, over the river and through the woods, or as a vacation. Long hours in the car and new destinations mean that you want to be well-equipped to handle anything that may come your way.A few of the resources & items Discussed: - Doodle Board- Water Wow!- Kid Travel Tray - “The Family Road Trip Trivia Podcast.” Milspo tip: If you have an American Express Platinum card you can get an annual Audible subscription free with the digital entertainment credit. Sweet!Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

The PCS Pull Away

The PCS Pull Away

"We’ve all been there. Three months out. Awaiting orders. Or by some miracle on high, you actually have orders in hand. But honestly, it begins even before that. The slow disconnect. The checking-out. The withdrawing from friends. What is this pervasive condition that affects nearly all of us every 2-3 years as we anticipate moving? I call it the PCS Pull Away." - Courtney BoyerJoin Maura, Nick, and Taylor as we chat (and tear up) about the good, the bad, and the ugly of PCS."I wish none of us had to endure the PCS Pull Away. But goodbyes and transitions are part of the military life we lead. You don’t have to suffer in silence. There are so many of us willing to stand with you as you battle this condition. Always remember you are such a valued member of this community."Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

The Military Mom Collective is excited to announce the launch of Love, Mom. A column dedicated to Moms of Service Members. We know firsthand how beneficial community can be. We want to show our Moms of Service Members that they have a safe place to land here too. We are lucky to have these moms on our team that provide encouragement and a listening ear. You are not alone and we are here for you!Sit down with us as we chat with #MilMC Contributors, Jenn and Monique as they share their journey as Moms of Service Members. Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Disabilities in Dependents

Disabilities in Dependents

Sit down with us as we have special guests, Taylor Hester and Cassy Fiano-Chesser to discuss navigating the world as the parents of disabled children while being affiliated with the military. "We don’t always have a tribe to discuss or vent about our child’s wheelchair, stimming, ostomy bag, catheters, communication devices, seizures, limb differences, toileting routine (the list goes on and on…). By the time we have found (*maybe*) some sort of local community, it’s time to move again. Some bases provide EFMP support groups for families with adaptive needs, but these are never guaranteed and sometimes are not utilized simply because there are not enough Rare kids at an installation that can participate." - What Families With Rare Children Want You to KnowSupport the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Little Kicks. Big Goals. - Tiny Troops Soccer

Little Kicks. Big Goals. - Tiny Troops Soccer

Join us as we sit down and chat with Founder and Director of Tiny Troops Soccer, Amy Schweizer. Not only is Amy hiring military spouses on the team, she is also the author of “I Will Be Okay – Adventures of a Military Kid”. We are so inspired by her dedication and passion for our community.Tiny Troops Soccer is more than just a soccer program; it's a community where learning and fun go hand in hand. Classes are a monthly adventure! Each registration includes three action-packed in-person classes with an awesome coach. Trained coaches use a lesson plan to teach a variety of soccer skills, listening activities, and gross motor skills through fun games. *You do not have to have a military affilation to participate*Ready to register? Looking for employment? Head over to their website today! Registration opens on the 15th of each month.Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Let's Get LIT(erary)!

Let's Get LIT(erary)!

"Whether you are able to sit down and read for an hour a day with your kids, or are able to slip in a few minutes of reading here and there, books are a wonderful way to create special moments with your children that will last a lifetime."Join Military Mom Collective Contributors, Erin and Ellen, during Red Across America Week, as we talk about building a love for reading in our children and all things literacy. Bring a pencil for some notes because we are giving several good book recommendations and several good tips and tricks.Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

RE-WATCHER: Cadet Kelly

RE-WATCHER: Cadet Kelly

IT'S LEAP DAY DAY 2/29 -- AND IT IS OUR 29th EPISODE! "Well at least someone knows how to get down and dirty." * SPOILER ALERT *We are chatting about A Disney Channel Original Movie: Cadet Kelly. Come join us as we talk, laugh, and celebrate the upcoming 22 year old "birthday" of this beloved nostalgic film. Starring Hilary Duff and Christy Carlson Romano. The film premiered with 7.8 million viewers. Right now you can watch Cadet Kelly on Disney+. You are able to stream it by renting or purchasing on Google Play or Amazon.Mentioned in this episode of #RedWhiteandBoo - The Vulnerable Podcast, is an invitation to hang out every week with Christy as she invites friends, celebrities, and experts for in-depth conversations discussing the good, the complicated, the beauty of being human, and what it means to be vulnerable.Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Teaching and Promoting Body Autonomy

Teaching and Promoting Body Autonomy

*This episode contains content regarding sexual health*"Vagina. Penis. We say all the vocabulary words at our house. We always have. Breasts and testicles are said in the same tone of voice as cerebellum and patella. Since my kids were little, I wanted them to know that all body parts have anatomical names. Vocabulary is not just a worksheet that comes home from school. It comes in all areas of life and is so important in teaching kids who they are and how to be safe.Body vocabulary, body autonomy, and body safety all go hand in hand. Whether our children are little or big, teaching kids about their bodies is so important." Thank you to #MilMC Contributors Alexis and Courtney for sharing encouragement and tips for how to bring up and/or address these conversations with our children.Don’t be afraid to have tough conversations with your children. Teach them how to protect, love, and empower themselves. We are here for you. Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Failed Resolutions and Accountability

Failed Resolutions and Accountability

"Show up for yourself, but also remember to give yourself some grace. The bottom line is: New Year’s resolutions can be a great way to challenge yourself at the start of a new year, but do not use them as a marker of your perceived success or failure. You’re more than that." - Laura Sit down with Nicki, Maura, and Taylor as we chat our resolutions and goals for 2024. But, also see how we are holding up now that we are one month in. Have we already failed? We want to cheer you on in your goals and resolutions. Don't forget to share with us!Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Prioritize Pleasure Pt. 2

Prioritize Pleasure Pt. 2

We welcome our very own Military Mom Collective resident “sexpert” and contributor, Courtney Boyer back on the podcast to bring you Prioritize Pleasure Pt. 2! Looking to Hack Your Sex Life? Join us as we give you four easy ways to start TODAY! "Be open to trying different things out. You can’t get it wrong so have fun seeing what works for you and your partner. And remember, you are deserving of so much pleasure."Courtney is passionate about helping others gain clarity in their lives and relationships so they can live more authentically. She is the founder of Courtney Boyer Coaching, a speaker, a running enthusiast, and a published author. Not Tonight, Honey - Why Women Actually Don’t Want Sex and What We Can Do About It - is available for purchase now.Want to submit your questions to Courtney anonymously? Check out Sex in the Service on The Military Mom Collective. Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Toxic Relationships

Toxic Relationships

*Please note that this podcast features conversation which may be triggering. Please take care of yourself, and don’t hesitate to ask for help if you need it.*Toxic relationships affect children and young people in the same ways they affect adults, only our children have not yet been given the tools and experience to know how to handle them. Don’t wait until it’s too late. If you fear that your child is involved in a toxic relationship, help them find a way out.If at anytime, you or your child are in immediate danger, call 911. Need an advocate to help you navigate a violent relationship? Call the Domestic Abuse Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233).February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM). Join us as we sit down and chat with contributor Heather about toxic relationships and how we can help our children.Missed our speaker series last year with Love Missions? You can listen here. Love Missions is dedicated to the abolishment of modern-day slavery and child exploitation through community awareness and education.Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

I'm Tired of Being A Military Spouse

I'm Tired of Being A Military Spouse

"How many more nights will I sleep alone in the house? How many more days will I have to play the roll of both parents, and be the one to pick up the slack and do all the things around the house? How many times will we have to readjust to him coming back, only to leave again a few weeks/months later?But I’m just tired now.Exhausted, really…and lonely. I want my husband back, and I selfishly want him all to ourselves."Join a few Military Mom Collective Contributors as we sit down and chat about our least favorite parts of being a military spouse! Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Go and Do It In 2024

Go and Do It In 2024

"What if we also dug into adventure? You see, I don’t want my kids to remember these long months without their dad as the worst of their lives. That aspect, missing him, comes in droves and tsunami sized waves all on its own. I want my kids to remember this year as the year we were brave. The year we chose adventure. It was the year that Dad was gone but also the year that we went out and did it anyways."Join us as we sit down and chat about Go and Do It: Choosing Adventure During Deployment by Kalie and 5 Great Ways for Military Families to Save on Fun by Alicia. Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

Thriving in the New Year [Fitness and Health]

Thriving in the New Year [Fitness and Health]

"Why am I exercising and what are my expectations for workouts?" "Is my expectation about exercise so rigid that I am not utilizing other options to move my body in a way that makes me happy?""What, if anything, do I want to do differently than last year? "Based on your answers, you can make choices that are both realistic for your time and financial commitments. Join us as we sit down with #MilMC Resident Fitness Expert, Taylor H. and chat about fitness and health goals and how we can achieve them in 2024.USAA Life Insurance CompanyProviding protection for your family. Peace of mind for you. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.

It's None of Our Business

It's None of Our Business

"We’ve heard it all before. We know we shouldn’t care what others think, and yet, we still do and want to know what they think about us.Do they like us? Do they support the big and little decisions we make?“If my kid doesn’t behave in this store, everyone is going to think I’m a bad parent!”“I don’t even like this new thing everyone is crazy about but I want to be accepted.”The struggle is real!But what if we changed our perspective?" Join us as we sit down and chat about It’s None of Our Business What Other People Think About Us by Rebecca L. & Five Things I Refuse to Care About in the New Year by Brittany V.Support the Show.Continue the conversation by following us on Instagram.Looking for ways to support a #MilitaryPodcast or #Milso? Buy us a cup of coffee. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor - USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York.Providing protection for your family. Peace of mind for you.Their term coverage includes unique features specifically designed to help protect military families.