Real Mom Radio - 95.7 BEN-FM

It's SWIMSUIT SEASON and mompreneur Alla Gopstein founder of InStyleSwimwear joins the show...

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Wed, 23 May 2012 13:55:00 -0500

Alla Gopstein founder of InStyleSwimwear (www.InStyleSwimwear.com) joins us with her story from moving to the US as a young kid to opening up her company with her husband in 2003. She started out of a closet and now rocks a warehouse!

Julie Izenberg, mom and owner of the famous Izenberg's Deli shares her secrets behind the sauce!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Wed, 23 May 2012 13:46:00 -0500

Find out about her awesome food & her 2 adorable daughters and more about Izenberg's (www.Izenbergs.net)

Hear from Sheryl Raskin, founder/CEO of Out There PR.

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 08 May 2012 15:15:00 -0500

Sheryl Raskin, founder/CEO of Out There PR joins the show.

Out There Public Relations is a full-service public relations firm that specializes in building a presence for your business using traditional and social media and customized strategic outreach including events and corporate partnerships. Through target markets for businesses and individuals in the design, fashion, beauty, food, art, retail, lifestyle and entertainment industries, Out There will help you gain visibility, achieve communications goals and cultivate new business and customers.

For more information, click here.

PRE-ECLAMSIA is a huge deal. It's really scary!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 08 May 2012 15:13:00 -0500

This week on the show hear from Trishia Adkins and Sarah Hughes share their story and life with pre-eclampsia. PLUS their mega interest in their pre-eclampsia walk coming up this weekend.

For more information on the The Promise Walk for Pre-Eclampsia, click here.

Main Line Parent Mom's Night Out for Mother's Day Event...

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:59:00 -0500

Sarah Bond-founder of Mainline Parent is on the show to share the details about the Main Line Parent Mom's Night Out for Mother's Day Event coming up.

This week on Real Mom Radio, in continuing the tradition of National Autism Awareness Month

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:23:00 -0500

Marie Lewis & Lisa Lightner-both parents to autistic kids join us to talk about their life as moms.

This week on Real Mom Radio we are celebrating Autism Awareness Month with Joslyn Gray

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:19:00 -0500

Known as 'Stark.Raving.Mad' mommy. (www.starkravingmadmommy.com) Joslyn is also a writter at Babble, (www.babble.com), Redbook & Nick Moms.y,

Melanie Sole, from Visit Philly (www.VisitPhilly.com) and mom of two awesome kids also joins us with all the details of what to do with the fam in Philly!

Mainline Parent: Moms Night Out for Mother's Day

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 13:42:00 -0500

I'm super excited to be apart of Mainline Parent and Moms Night Out for Mother's Day this year.

I love Sarah and have been a big supporter of her and all her efforts for sometime now. She's got a super awesome magazine that is fab for any parent that lives in or near the Main Line of Philadelphia!

The Moms Night Out happens this year on May 9th at the Radnor Valley Country Club.

There is an awesome silent auction and fashion show along with a night of mingling with mom friends.

The models in the Fashion Show are outfitted by Van Cleve Collection so you KNOW this is a seriously classy occasion! Also, Antoinette Day Spa in Paoli is kindly pampering us cause we all know we NEED it! =)

Drop the 'Mom-i-forms' (HINT JOEY: No YOGA pants allowed!) and bring your mom friends for an awesome night! Three course meal, prizes and more. One mom will actually get the title of 'Most Stylish Mom of the Mainline'!

Want to learn more? Head to Real Mom Media for all the details!

Steffanie Baffone, otherwise known as 'Aunt Steph' joins Real Mom Radio to talk about her life without being a mom.

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:06:00 -0500

Stefanie's story tugs at your heart strings. She opens up about her inability to ever get pregnant and why she chose not to go the adoption route.

"Aunt Steph" is a great resource for anyone battling infertility www.StephanieBaffone.com.

The voice of BEN FM, Marilyn Russell, is my guest this week...

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:01:00 -0500

Marilyn tells us all we need to know about an upcoming an event that she is hosting called the "Woman of the Week" luncheon. The keynote speaker for the event is the one-and-only Dr. Oz. She also talks about her life as a mom and her career in the radio biz. Also, make sure you check her "Woman of the Week" program airing right after Real Mom Radio on Sunday mornings at 7:30am.

This week, Kelly Foust shares her story about the book she authored called "Sunshine Hope." Also, Heleen Bayline, wife and cofounder of a rock and roll party place in King of Prussia called Groove!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:50:00 -0500

This week, Kelly Foust shares her story about the book she authored called "Sunshine Hope" giving kids all over strength and hope to keep strong and move forward in life. Her story is inspiring in so many ways!

Also, Heleen Bayline, wife and cofounder of a rock and roll party place in King of Prussia called Groove! Helleen has the details on really how to get DOWN with your bad self and learn about music at the same time!

Are you a mom with hopes of getting off the couch and getting that 'old body' back? Or are you a business owner and mom to twins?

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:50:00 -0500

This week, Annmarie Mangin-owner of Fleet Feet Sports in North Wales (www.FleetFeetNorthWales.com) joins us to talk about her life as a mom!

This week on Real Mom Radio is a hodgepodge!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 15:51:00 -0600

It's camp season!! Tall Pines Day Camp joins us to talk about their awesome programming planned for the summer. Plus, Aviva Weiss, supermom of 5 kids and one on the way shares her journey with her company Fun and Function (www.FunandFunction.com), a company helping kids with special needs. Lastly, Joey attended a great conference called Blissdom and has some amazing author tidbits to share!

This week on Real Mom Radio Uneeka Jay joins us to talk about her life as an executive level mom.

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 14:13:00 -0600

If you think mergers and acquisitions only stay in the board room think again! She's the founder of PowerMommy Nation where she helps successful women transition to the home!

April Margera joins us with her daughter-in-law, wife to Jesse, Kelly to talk about their lives in the Jackass world

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:49:00 -0600

This week on Real Mom Radio the mom to the ULTIMATE Jackass, April Margara joins us with her daughter in law, wife to Jesse, Kelly to talk about their lives in the Jackass world as moms and also their awesome new store called Rose Hip!

For more information on Rose Hip, click here.

Caitlin and Linda part 2

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:57:00 -0600

Part 2

Caitlin Knight from Lango Philly Mainline & Linda Pham-Vertlieb from Frugal Philly Mom are this week's guests...

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:55:00 -0600

This week on Real Mom Radio two special Philly Social Media Moms join us! Caitlin Knight from Lango Philly Mainline & Linda Pham-Vertlieb from Frugal Philly Mom!

Sarah Bond from Sarah Bond Media and Mainline Parent joins the show...

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:39:00 -0600

Sarah Bond from Sarah Bond Media and Mainline Parent joins Real Mom Radio to talk about all the great ways to get involved along the Main Line! From her heartfelt story as a mom who struggled with fertility to her great connections she's made through social networking! Find out more at www.MainLineParent.com

Sarah Bond from Sarah Bond Media part 2

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:44:00 -0600

Part 2 of Sarah Bond's interview

Mary Fran Bontempo part 2

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:40:00 -0600

Part 2 of Mary's interview

Mary Fran Bontempo from NotReadyForGrannyPanties.com joins the show

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:37:00 -0600

Mary Fran Bontempo from www.NotReadyForGrannyPanties.com joins us with stories from her life as a mom to grown up kids;. She's a ton of fun with a great sense of humor on mom life.

Darla DeMorrow part 2

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:02:00 -0600

Darla part 2

How many times have you gotten caught up in the zillion cords for the iPad, LeapFrog, SLR, computer and every other electronic in your house?

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:58:00 -0600

Well this week on Real Mom Radio-guest Darla DeMorrow has the BEST organizing tip on getting the cords contained!
Plus-she also had tips on getting the rest of your house in order. It's a New Year, let's turn over a new leaf!

Darla DeMorrow is a certified professional organizer, owner of Heartwork Organization (http://heartworkorg.com/) and author of the book The Pregnant Entrepreneur.

Kristi Wolverton part 2

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:01:00 -0600

Part 2

This week on Real Mom Radio - Kristi Wolverton, Owner of One Fit Mama of Ambler joined us to talk about getting FIT even as a MOM!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:00:00 -0600

One Fit Mama is an awesome organization in the Philadelphia area where moms of newborns and moms of toddlers can get out to not only interact with other moms-but get healthy at the same time!

Plus, listen to her about the Fittest Mama Challenge that starts in January! It's an awesome challenge with great prizes! If you love the show Biggest Loser-you'll LOVE this challenge!

To learn more about Kristi and One Fit Mama, visit www.OneFitMama.com.

Tina Seitzinger part 2

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:35:00 -0600

Tina part 2

Great LOCAL gift ideas for families part 2

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:06:00 -0600

Also, Sandy O'Brien, owner of Creative Juice Group (www.CreativeJuiceGroup.com) shares the unique gifts you can do! Are you pregnant and would love to paint your belly? Or want to give your husband something 'special' from you for the holiday? Or-are you having a holiday party and need something special tor your guests to remember forever?!?! Sandy has some of the coolest ideas with her company!

Plus-be sure to check out BabyBDesigns (www.BabyBDesigns.com) to get your holiday cards, birthday invites or any type of cards! Veronica is a Philly mom who makes the coolest cards! She even has downloadable cards.

Happy Gift Guide Month!

This week on Real Mom Radio we're talking about great LOCAL gift ideas for families!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:02:00 -0600

Jennifer Auer from Jersey Family Fun (www.JerseyFamilyFun.com) shares all the great family memberships you can give that gives back all year long!

This week on Real Mom Radio, Tina Seitzinger from Life Without Pink (www.LifeWithoutPink.com) joined us to talk about the hot toys for the holiday season!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:01:00 -0600

Take a listen to find out which toys YOU can win with Deck The Malls & Ben FM!!

Plus, the hot toys in our Real Mom Elves Gift Guide!

Also, on Real Mom Radio-we spoke with two Philly Social Media Moms helping small businesses and non-profits with their social side!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:31:00 -0500

Be There Online Conference is Monday, September 7th in Phoenixville and we'd love to have you apart of it!

Be sure to register as space is limited at http://bethereonline.org/.

This week on Real Mom Radio, Dana Lewis from Suburban Research Associates, along with Paula, a mom to an amazing young boy share their story and experience with Fragile X.

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:28:00 -0500

Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition involving changes in part of the X chromosome. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in boys.

If you think your child may have Fragile X, connect with Suburban Research Associates. You may be eligible for their research study. (http://suburbanresearch.com/)

Or you can call them directly at 610-891-7200.

Melinda Emerson Part 2

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 13:52:00 -0500

Melinda part 2

Ever dream about owning your own business? Being your OWN BOSS?

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 13:47:00 -0500

Melinda Emerson, a mom to an adorable 5 year old boy joins Real Mom Radio to talk about her book and her life as a social media mom!

Check out Melinda's website by clicking here.

Noelle part 2

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:04:00 -0500

Part 2

Noelle Frieson, a new mom in Philly joins Real Mom Radio to share tips and tricks on how to get that perfect work from home LEGITIMATE job!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:03:00 -0500

We are just weeks away from the holidays. Are you done shopping? No? I know. It's only October. But how many times do you wish you would have gotten a part time job to be able to offset the cost of the holiday gifts? Why rack up those bills when you can get the job of your dreams from the JobProsper Expo. Sunday September 23rd at Lincoln Financial Field there are thousands of jobs available in the Philadelphia region looking to hire YOU! Did you know you can supplement your income as a stay at home mom? There are opportunities for virtual assistants, virtual concierge and so many other jobs at the expo.

Part 2 of NEST

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:02:00 -0500

Part 2

Philadelphia has a new place in town! If you live in or near downtown NEST has become the talk of the 'toy town'.

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:56:00 -0500

The NEST is a hot new place where moms go to chat over coffee while their kids play! Nest was founded by 3 Philadelphia area moms who were tired of shuttling there kids all over the countryside for birthdays, classes, playdates... So NEST was hatched! NEST is an urban oasis for play, socialization, snacks, shopping and learning. For more information, click here.

Like cake? Like Cake Boss? Well meet CAKE MOM!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Stacey Hill is the mom behind Truly Custom Cakery in Warminster. She's a Philly Social Media Mom and also an award winning cake baker!

She bakes out of her house and yet has time to be a mom, feed the fish & win awards! Stacey picked up 3 fabulous awards at City of Hope's 'Let Them Eat Cake' Event this past year, the first year she ever competed!

Plus, City of Hope - 'Walk For Hope' is Sunday September 18th. Learn how you can take part in the fight against cancer with women.

And....KNOCK KNOCK??? WHO'S THERE?!?!?!?! Listen how you can win tickets to see Yo Gabba Gabba with Real Mom Radio and the 'Knock Knock Joke of the Day!'.

Tickets are onsale now for the October 7th show at Tower Theatre. Listen to win or go get them yourself by clicking here.

Here's to a 'Party in your Tummy!'

Tired of all the crazy Philly weather? Then take a vacation!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Forget about kids going back to school - take them out and head out of town...

This week on Real Mom Radio, Lisa Pyro-editor at Family Vacation Critic joined with some great getaway ideas, traveling advice for new moms & also some secrets to know when traveling with kids!

Plus, we'll hear about how she does it. All this traveling AND be a wife and mom?!?!? Yep.

Check out FamilyVacationCritic.com to get great tips for yourself. Be sure to like them on Facebook and Twitter too!

Ever want to take your kitchen into your own hands? Nothing is hotter than a mom with a tool belt!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Just ask Beth Allen from DIY Hip Chicks(http://www.diyhipchicks.com/).

For Beth, the DIY philosophy is just a way of life. The former RN and SAHM taught herself everything that led her to even knock down walls, tile floors and completely remodel her own kitchen! Hear her story and mission to make HIP Chicks a fun & informative resource that gives women lasting skills and self-reliance! On top of all this...she's a mom too!

Lisa Lightner, a mom of two wonderful boys, is a superstar in the supermarket!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 11:00:00 -0500

She is the founder of SmartSpendingSpot.com. Tired of sending emails to all her friends about the best deals around, Lisa started SmartSpendingSpot with the goal of helping others save money! In addition to smart spending, Lisa shares her life as a mom to an amazing child with special needs. After meeting her partner with A Day in Our Shoes at the doctors office, Lisa started the site ADayInOurShoes.com The site is a resource for parents of children with special needs.

Jane Hoffer is the President of the Alliance of Women Entrepreneurs, President of BrainRewards and still finds time to have fun with her three fabulous kids!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Jane Hoffer is a mompreneur in Philly.
This successful mom is also the brains behind Ohanarama. Ohanarama has such a fun story behind it! The site is an educational game company for kids 6-12 that connects family and friends plus rewards learning!
Listen to Jane to hear how to juggle and have it all. Brains, Beauty & Babes!

This week on Real Mom Radio hear from a mom who gives the best Brazilian wax ever!

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Kim Gider, owner of Better Health Spa in Conshohocken, not only a top ranked salon owner in the area but she is an amazing mom who has done so much for moms & children in Philadelphia that touch her heart through charity. Hear Kim's story of her own health battle but how she helps out others.

Plus, are you a coupon mom? Couponing is HOT these days and hear about a coupon site, run by a Philadelphia mom filled with super awesome deals. http://www.smartspendingspot.com/blogs/

Part 2 of Cherisse and Marjorie

webmaster@ilikebenfm.com — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 04:00:00 -0500

Part 2