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MommyCast Show #456: The Book of Jer3miah

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Mon, 21 May 2012 20:15:33 +0000

New and continuing trends on the web include web series and trans-media elements. The Book of Jer3miah is a highly engaging and successful web series that I have really enjoyed. But watching the show is only the beginning of what can be a very deep and fun adventure. With secret clues, blogs and even gps coordinates of where you can find hidden items, this type of series represents a cutting edge type of entertainment ??for the whole family to enjoy! Now, The Book of Jer3miah is coming out on DVD March 27th and soon there will be a young adult novel based upon the story. In this show I get to speak with Jeff Parkin and Jared Cardon, creators and executive producers of the series. You can watch the first seven episodes for free on Jer3miah.com. The DVD is available Amazon.com, itunes and DeseretBook.com

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00:00 MommyCast Show #456
00:42 The Book of Jer3miah

MommyCast Show #455: Pretty Darn Funny!

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 21:10:10 +0000

Pretty Darn Funny is a new comedy web series premiering April 2nd, 2012. The series follows Gracie Moore, a mom who gets more than she bargains for when she forms an all-female comedy troupe in efforts to clean up the local comedy scene. Each new “bite-sized” 6-8 minute webisode is released weekly and is designed for your busy lifestyle. (Meaning you can watch it in-between picking up your kids from soccer, making a fabulous meal that half of your kids will probably refuse to eat, and composing what is sure to be the best blog post ever written in the history of the world. You know, in all your free time.) In this show, I am pleased to interview Jeff Parkin and Jared Cardon, Creators and Executive Producers as well as Lisa Clark, the star and Co-Producer of the show. Be sure to check out the new web series premiering April 2 at PrettyDarnFunny.com!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #455
00:41 Pretty Darn Funny!

MommyCast Show #454: Christmas Eve Traditions

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 02:22:43 +0000

Well, it’s almost here. Christmas that is, in case you have been hiding out in a cave somewhere! The holidays are all about traditions. In this show, Monica and I share our Christmas Eve traditions. We also discuss an article about the top 10 unusual Christmas Eve traditions found at IndyPosted.com. We hope you have a wonderful holiday. If you have any great Christmas Eve traditions, tell us about them! Find us at Facebook.com!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #454
00:44 RedEnvelope.com
01:47 Christmas Eve Traditions

MommyCast Show #453: When Your Child Has Hearing Loss

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 23:40:14 +0000

Monica Bishopp joined me in the studio to discuss something very close to her heart. She has two children with profound hearing loss. Last week was “Activation Day” for her daughter Reese. Having a Cochlear implant a month ago, Reese’s implant was activated and she heard sounds for the first time. This was truly a wonderful miracle at such an appropriate time of the year. Monica shares the hurdles of hearing loss, her hopes for both of her children as they progress into the hearing world and the importance of early intervention. For more information, go to Monica’s blog: ThankfulForMyEars.Blogspot.com. Thanks Monica!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #453
00:43 RedEnvelope.com
01:45 When Your Child Has Hearing Loss
33:26 RedEnvelope.com

MommyCast Show #452: Homemade Gifts for the Holidays

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 22:52:18 +0000

Giving homemade gifts is one of my favorite things to do. I love making things and then packaging them up. A fun holiday tradition for our family is to pack up the car with the gifts and then drive around to our friend’s homes delivering them. When the kids were smaller (read…NOT teenagers) they would even where santa or elf hats! The grand plan is to make gifts again this year. Here are some great homemade gift ideas if you are looking for inspiration. And…if you need help finding the perfect item to present your gift on, be sure to check out RedEnvelope.com!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #452
00:44 Sponsored by RedEnvelope.com
01:35 Homemade Gifts for the Holidays
03:06 ModPodge Christmas Frames
04:14 Snowflake Art
04:59 Handprint Canvas
05:55 Floral Measuring Cups
06:09 Infused Oils
07:27 Gingerbread Plates
08:35 Bath Fizzies
10:05 Joy Banners
11:35 Wall Decals
13:22 Cookies in a Jar
17:49 RedEnvelope Special Offer!

MommyCast Show #451: Simplify the Holidays!

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 02:55:38 +0000

Still trying to fit it all in? Behind in your gift buying? Wondering what you were thinking when you sent out the invitations to a dinner party at your house in the midst of all the chaos? Monica and I discuss some ways to simplify your holiday entertaining. We discuss an article from RealSimple.com called on how to make the holidays less stressful. Plus, we have some great gift ideas from RedEnvelope.com to help you with your holiday gift list! And now you can get a 20% discount by typing in “MommyCast” at the checkout. We hope you can find some time to enjoy the season. Go on….toss your to do list in the trash! We dare you!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #451
01:35 Sponsored by RedEnvelope.com
05:46 Gingerbread Dinner Plates
06:21 Making Holidays Less Stressful
08:40 Aprons
11:30 Family Ornament
12:09 Personalized Casserole Dish
14:06 Family Conversation Tabletopics
14:35 The Family Dinner Book

MommyCast Show #450: Decorating for the Holidays!

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 20:50:54 +0000

We are in the throws of decorating for the holidays. What a fun and messy time! Monica and I share our favorites along with a couple of simple but beautiful ideas from MarthaStewart.com. We hope you are enjoying this time of the year!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #450
00:44 Sponsored by RedEnvelope.com
01:34 Decorating for the Holidays!
14:04 Orange Pomander
14:54 Snowflake Wreath

MommyCast Show #449: Holiday Shopping Online

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 17:50:14 +0000

We hope you had a great Thanksgiving! And now, onto the holidays! Today is CyberMonday. Do you have your list yet? Here are some great websites to help you with your research, comparison shopping, finding discounts and coupon codes. The article we discuss is from GoodHousekeeping.com – love them! Online shopping is, hands down, my favorite way to shop. Here are the links to some of the recommended websites:

Goodhousekeeping.com
Reviewed.com
pronto.com
shopping.com
thefind.com
fatwallet.com
discountcodes.com
priceprotectr.com
Zappos.com

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00:00 MommyCast Show #449
00:44 Your Guide to Shopping Online

MommyCast Show #448: Easy Thanksgiving Activities for Kids!

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 02:50:18 +0000

Need something to occupy the kids while the turkey is cooking? Check these simple ideas out. My guest, Monica Bishopp has several that she has done with her family: Nature Family Sign, Gratitude Turkeys and Indian Symbol Headbands. I found two terrific ones at Parenting.com: Turkey Feather Hunt and Pinecone Turkey Craft. We hope you have a terrific Thanksgiving! Remember, if you are shopping online for the holidays, stop by RedEnvelope.com. If you click on the microphone at the top of the page and type in the word MommyCast, you will save 20% on your purchase!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #448
00:43 Sponsored by RedEnvelope.com
01:09 Thanksgiving Crafts
01:47 Family Nature Sign
04:20 Gratitude Turkeys
09:00 Turkey Feather Hunt
10:12 Turkey Pinecone Craft

MommyCast Show #447: Raising a Grateful Child

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:31:56 +0000

We have all been there – witnessing a disappointed child be less then gracious when the present isn’t what they were expecting. It’s a horrible experience for a parent. How do we teach our children to be grateful? MommyCast correspondent Monica Bishopp and I discuss an article found in Parenting.com about 5 Ways to Raise a Grateful Child. This is worth a look, especially as we celebrate Thanksgiving and gear up for the holidays! This show is sponsored by RedEnvelope.com. Be sure to start your holiday shopping at RedEnvelope.com. Click on the microphone at the top of the page and enter the word MommyCast for 20% off your purchases!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #447
01:09 Raising a Grateful Child
20:40 Sponsored by RedEnvelope.com

MommyCast Show #446: Prepping for the Holidays!

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:03:23 +0000

Here we go again! Thanksgiving is just a couple of days away and then the countdown to Christmas begins. Whoever thought putting the two holidays this close together was a good idea? Hmmm? In this show, MommyCast mom Monica Bishopp and I discuss a few tips to help make your holiday prep a little easier. Do you have some tips to share? Join the conversation at the MommyCast Facebook page! Thank you to RedEnvelope.com for sponsoring this show! Want to get a jump on your holiday shopping? Go to RedEnvelope.com, click on the microphone at the top of the page and enter MommyCast to receive 20% off your purchases. Hurry! This offer ends soon.

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00:00 MommyCast Show #446
00:44 Sponsored by RedEnvelope.com
01:10 Prepping for the Holidays!

MommyCast Show #445: Kids Leaving the Nest

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:59:39 +0000

It’s inevitable. Kids grow up and then they move on. This is quite a transition for moms! Having just recently gone through it, I decided to talk to Jen Lang of MommyofMany to get her insight. Jen has been through this a couple of times. Even if you your kids aren’t quite at this stage, there is a lot of food for thought here. Thanks to Jen for taking the time to chat today. And, thank you to RedEnvelope for sponsoring this show! Be sure to go to RedEnvelope.com, click on the microphone at the top of the page and enter MommyCast to receive a 20% discount on your purchases!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #445
00:44 Sponsored by RedEnvelope.com
01:10 Leaving the Nest with Jen Lang

MommyCast Show #444: Ready for the Holidays!

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:54:44 +0000

The holidays are upon us and its time for family, togetherness and, unfortunately, a lot of stress if you aren’t prepared. My special guest, Monica Bishopp, and I discuss a few tips and techniques to make the holidays easier by shopping online. One of our favorite sites is RedEnvelope.com. We are so happy to have RedEnvelope.com as a sponsor of this series of shows! Whether you are shopping for kids, dads or your favorite teacher, RedEnvelope.com has wonderful and unique gifts you won’t find anywhere else. And now, we have a special offer for our listeners! Go to RedEnvelope.com, click on the microphone and type in MommyCast to receive 20% off your purchases! Its a great deal for a terrific site!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #444
03:06 Online Shopping for the Holidays

MommyCast Show #443: Moving with Children

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 17:56:27 +0000

Introducing our newest Mom Correspondent: Blogger and Podcaster, Jen Lang from the Mommy of Many! Jen is the mom of 9 children ranging in age from 5 yrs to 22 yrs. She is a former Military Spouse of 19 yrs and has written for Military Spouse Magazine. She is currently relocating to Northern California after spending 14 years in San Diego. With Children from Kindergarten through college, running her household, writing and recording, her days are filled with Doing the Dance of the Children™.

And that brings us to our topic of discussion….moving…with…children. Yikes! Moving is never an easy task, but moving with such a wide variety of ages brings with it so many challenges. As a military spouse, Jen has moved many times. Now, she is in the process of moving six of her nine children from Southern to Northern California. Jen shares her strategy of keeping it all together, helping the kids through the move and getting everyone settled into their new schools and routines. Thinking of moving? This is the show for you! Thanks Jen!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #443
01:51 Jen Lang of Mommy of Many!

MommyCast Show #442: Invasive Pneumococcal Disease

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 21:00:56 +0000

Whether on play dates or playgrounds, children are sharing more than toys – they’re sharing germs. While it may seem like simple “kids play,” children may unintentionally be putting one another at risk for a variety of illnesses, some of which can be serious. Gretchen is joined by Dr. Paul Korn, a pediatrician from Mason, Ohio, to discuss invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) and the steps parents can take to help protect children from this disease. Thank you to Dr. Korn for speaking to me today. For more information, visit the website: Prevnar13.com.

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00:00 MommyCast Show #442

00:44 An Interview with Dr. Paul Korn

MommyCast Show #441: Adults Need Vaccinations Too!

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 01:54:52 +0000

We found this great article at Parenting.com about vaccinations that adults should get and when. Neither Paige nor I were aware of some of these vaccinations. Moms…we need to take care of ourselves too…not just our children!

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MommyCast Show #440: Mothers! Pat Yourself on the Back!

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Thu, 05 May 2011 19:51:41 +0000

Today, I am joined by Alejandra Rodriguez Stuart from MommyCast Latina! Ale and I talk about the origin of Mother’s Day referencing the The Mother’s Day Proclamation by Julia Ward Howe written in 1870. We realize that Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate moms. But this proclamation points out some of the important virtues that come primarily from mothers – charity, mercy and patience. So moms, have a great day and pat yourself on the back!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #440
00:44 Special Promotion from RadioDisney!
01:56 Happy Mother’s Day!

MommyCast Show #439: Serve a Village

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 23:22:40 +0000

In honor of Earth Week, I have the pleasure of interviewing Alisa Cozzens and Christy Romney from the charity ServeAVillage.org. Alisa and Christy along with Chris Troger have been donating their time and resources to helping the needy in Africa and have recently expanded to Haiti and Russia. From hygiene kits to medical supplies to bicycles, these women have made it their mission to assist these populations, whatever their needs, for over thirty five years. If you would like to help, please visit ServeAVillage.org. There are opportunities for projects, volunteering and even Eagle Scout opportunities. There is no better way to make the Earth a better place then to begin one village at a time!

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Don’t forget to check out show #438 to find out more about pre-term labor and things you can do to help detect and treat it!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #439
00:54 ServeAVillage.org

MommyCast Show #438: Preterm Labor

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:47:11 +0000

Today we’re talking about a topic that’s very personal for me and Paige. It’s preterm labor, and it affects many women. In fact, one in eight babies are born premature in the U.S., and sadly, this is actually on the rise. We are joined on this show by Dr. Kathryn Shaw, a physician at White Memorial Medical Center in Los Angeles who specializes in maternal-fetal medicine. Dr. Shaw tells us about the symptoms of pre-term labor and a special test called the Fetal Fibronectin Test that can help in predicting pre-term labor. For more information, go to ffntest.com. And for a great way to help journal your pregnancy journey, check out mamamemoirs.com!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #438
18:09 MamaMemoirs.com
21:03 FFNTest.com

MommyCast Show #437: Born to Be Wild!

mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 01:42:51 +0000

I have the pleasure of interviewing Drew Fellman, writer and producer of the soon to be released movie Born to be Wild 3D! Narrated by Academy-Award® winner Morgan Freeman, Born to be Wild 3D is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them—saving endangered species one life at a time. Stunningly captured in IMAX 3D, Born to be Wild 3D is a heartwarming adventure transporting moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Biruté Mary Galdikas, and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dame Daphne M. Sheldrick, as they and their teams rescue, rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild. Born to be Wild 3D is set to be released across the nation at IMAX movie theatre on April 8. THIS IS A MUST SEE MOVIE! Its terrific for the WHOLE family! See the trailer on Podcast.MommyCast.com!

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00:00 MommyCast Show #437
00:45 An Interview with Drew Fellman!