http://podcast.mommycast.com Holding the World Together, One Child at a Time. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 16:22:17 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7.1 en hourly 1 MommyCast™ and Holding the World Together One Child at a TimeTM are owned by KDCP Productions, LLC. All rights reserved.mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherKids & FamilyEducation/K-12mommycast@gmail.comPaige and GretchenPaige and Gretchennomom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherHolding the World Together One Child at a TimeMommyCast is a weekly talk show for and by women (and dads). A family friendly show, Paige and Gretchen talk about parenting and the never ending issues that come with motherhood. This is real talk by real moms. Paige has 5 kids and Gretchen has 2. From infant to tween to teen, they have experienced it all! But MommyCast is not just for moms! Dads love MommyCast too! Join the conversation at MommyCast.com!Mommycasthttp://feedburner.google.com http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/axm1UhUpZCw/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/07/10/mommycast-show-375-get-respiratory-control-on-track/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2009 16:05:30 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/?p=925 http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/07/10/mommycast-show-375-get-respiratory-control-on-track/feed/ noCould your child have problems with respiratory control? Dr. Kevin Murphy joins us to discuss childhood asthma and a new tool he helped develop – called TRACK – that helps parents and caregivers assess their child’s respiratory control. Dr. Murphy is a PePaige and GretchenCould your child have problems with respiratory control? Dr. Kevin Murphy joins us to discuss childhood asthma and a new tool he helped develop – called TRACK – that helps parents and caregivers assess their child’s respiratory control. Dr. Murphy is a Pediatric Pulmonologist at the Boys Town National Research Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska.  Check [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/07/10/mommycast-show-375-get-respiratory-control-on-track/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/UjP8LBlkIrM/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/07/10/mommycast-show-374-swine-flu/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2009 15:54:16 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/?p=916 http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/07/10/mommycast-show-374-swine-flu/feed/ noWell, it was bound to happen at some point.  Paige’s family has been hit by the H1N1 virus (Swine Flu).  In a family of seven, this can be daunting.  Hopefully, it won’t march through her family like its marching across the globe!  Everyone isPaige and GretchenWell, it was bound to happen at some point.  Paige’s family has been hit by the H1N1 virus (Swine Flu).  In a family of seven, this can be daunting.  Hopefully, it won’t march through her family like its marching across the globe!  Everyone is washing their hands like crazy around here!  On another note, Paige’s [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/07/10/mommycast-show-374-swine-flu/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/x9ykD54cLGA/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/26/mommycast-show-373-stepping-into-the-summer/#comments Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:21:31 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/?p=894 http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/26/mommycast-show-373-stepping-into-the-summer/feed/ no Summer has arrived!  The kids are finally out and now we head into summer!  Paige and I discuss the end of the year activities for our kids, getting organized for the summer and our gardening goals.  Our song is Strange Day in Mexico by The Clintons.  ThPaige and Gretchen Summer has arrived!  The kids are finally out and now we head into summer!  Paige and I discuss the end of the year activities for our kids, getting organized for the summer and our gardening goals.  Our song is Strange Day in Mexico by The Clintons.  Thanks to Dixie for sponsoring our show! Click here to listen [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/26/mommycast-show-373-stepping-into-the-summer/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/iJknzQCO4tE/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/18/mommycast-show-372-a-trip-to-paradise/#comments Thu, 18 Jun 2009 23:37:19 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/?p=888 http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/18/mommycast-show-372-a-trip-to-paradise/feed/ noPaige just returned from a surprise trip to Hawaii.  A surprise for her mom who had no idea she was coming to visit.  And, can you believe Paige never went to the beach while she was there?  How is that possible?  Our song is Summer by Derek James.  ThankPaige and GretchenPaige just returned from a surprise trip to Hawaii.  A surprise for her mom who had no idea she was coming to visit.  And, can you believe Paige never went to the beach while she was there?  How is that possible?  Our song is Summer by Derek James.  Thanks to Dixie for sponsoring our show! Become [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/18/mommycast-show-372-a-trip-to-paradise/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/mQ247rheOMA/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/12/mommycast-show-371-light-the-lights/#comments Fri, 12 Jun 2009 17:32:04 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/?p=877 http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/12/mommycast-show-371-light-the-lights/feed/ noTaylor had his big performance not too long ago.  He was Mr. Brooke in the musical Little Women.  It was awesome, but there was something strangely surreal about watching my kid on stage assuming the persona of someone else.  It was joyful, nerve-racking Paige and GretchenTaylor had his big performance not too long ago.  He was Mr. Brooke in the musical Little Women.  It was awesome, but there was something strangely surreal about watching my kid on stage assuming the persona of someone else.  It was joyful, nerve-racking and heart-stopping all in one!  I survived!  Our song is Arianna by [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/12/mommycast-show-371-light-the-lights/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/dQ1q2X9vxgs/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/04/mommycast-show-370-movie-pick-up/#comments Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:16:23 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/04/mommycast-show-370-movie-pick-up/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/04/mommycast-show-370-movie-pick-up/feed/ noMovies, movies, movies!  There are some real good ones to choose from right now!  If you haven’t seen the latest movie from Pixar - Up, you need to go!  It is a spectacular movie, and clearly one of Pixar’s best.  I think it is as good as Paige and GretchenMovies, movies, movies!  There are some real good ones to choose from right now!  If you haven’t seen the latest movie from Pixar - Up, you need to go!  It is a spectacular movie, and clearly one of Pixar’s best.  I think it is as good as Finding Nemo which has been my all time [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/06/04/mommycast-show-370-movie-pick-up/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/HuSRdTT8UMA/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/05/07/mommycast-show-369-mommycast-hits-the-road/#comments Thu, 07 May 2009 04:53:30 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/05/07/mommycast-show-369-mommycast-hits-the-road/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/05/07/mommycast-show-369-mommycast-hits-the-road/feed/ noWe divided and conquered last week!  Paige traveled to Cincinnati to a blogger meet up at Pampers.  I went to the CDC in Atlanta to give the keynote address at a conference and then flew on to Las Vegas where NAB was meeting.  While in Las Vegas, I sawPaige and GretchenWe divided and conquered last week!  Paige traveled to Cincinnati to a blogger meet up at Pampers.  I went to the CDC in Atlanta to give the keynote address at a conference and then flew on to Las Vegas where NAB was meeting.  While in Las Vegas, I saw the BEST show!  Terry Fator, who [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/05/07/mommycast-show-369-mommycast-hits-the-road/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/5T9u65uqZlM/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/05/02/mommycast-show-368-a-mothers-book-of-secrets/#comments Sun, 03 May 2009 01:46:12 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/05/02/mommycast-show-368-a-mothers-book-of-secrets/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/05/02/mommycast-show-368-a-mothers-book-of-secrets/feed/ noWe are so happy to interview Shawni Eyre Pothier, co-author of the new book “A Mother’s Book of Secrets.”  This is a BEAUTIFUL book and so perfect for Mother’s Day!  Whether it’s dinnertime, dealing with arguments, chores, Paige and GretchenWe are so happy to interview Shawni Eyre Pothier, co-author of the new book “A Mother’s Book of Secrets.”  This is a BEAUTIFUL book and so perfect for Mother’s Day!  Whether it’s dinnertime, dealing with arguments, chores, having “the talk,” or any other part of family life, every mother has discovered a few little secrets [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/05/02/mommycast-show-368-a-mothers-book-of-secrets/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/1Zcz3gtPLzk/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/29/mommycast-show-367-living-longer-in-the-blue-zones/#comments Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:20:13 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/29/mommycast-show-367-living-longer-in-the-blue-zones/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/29/mommycast-show-367-living-longer-in-the-blue-zones/feed/ noOprah had a fascinating show on the other day.  She interviewed Dan Buettner who has written a book titled The Blue Zones:  Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who Have Lived the Longest.  He and his team have spent years studying these areas of Paige and GretchenOprah had a fascinating show on the other day.  She interviewed Dan Buettner who has written a book titled The Blue Zones:  Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who Have Lived the Longest.  He and his team have spent years studying these areas of the world where people are living longer, healthier lives to [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/29/mommycast-show-367-living-longer-in-the-blue-zones/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/CQK1vHfFbGo/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/27/mommycast-show-366-spring-break-re-cap/#comments Mon, 27 Apr 2009 21:42:02 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/27/mommycast-show-366-spring-break-re-cap/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/27/mommycast-show-366-spring-break-re-cap/feed/ noWe’re back from spring break!  Paige was with her kids all week.  I, on the other hand, had a week with no kids!  How was your spring break?  Our song is Sinora by Banooba.  Thanks to Dixie for sponsoring our show! Play “Don’t Blow Paige and GretchenWe’re back from spring break!  Paige was with her kids all week.  I, on the other hand, had a week with no kids!  How was your spring break?  Our song is Sinora by Banooba.  Thanks to Dixie for sponsoring our show! Play “Don’t Blow It” at DontBlowIt.com to learn about nasal allergies and help improve air [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/27/mommycast-show-366-spring-break-re-cap/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/qXPbSrQq-NQ/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/19/mommycast-show-365-7-rules-for-eating/#comments Mon, 20 Apr 2009 01:30:21 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/19/mommycast-show-365-7-rules-for-eating/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/19/mommycast-show-365-7-rules-for-eating/feed/ noI found this great article on WebMD.  It was written by Daniel J. DeNoon and based on a talk given to the CDC by author Michael Pollan.  I think this article has some real great advice for battling the rates of obesity, diabetes and heart disease in thePaige and GretchenI found this great article on WebMD.  It was written by Daniel J. DeNoon and based on a talk given to the CDC by author Michael Pollan.  I think this article has some real great advice for battling the rates of obesity, diabetes and heart disease in the US.  Our song is Know What I [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/19/mommycast-show-365-7-rules-for-eating/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/DEvXZouuCOA/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/05/mommycast-show-364-your-crystal-ball-awaits-you/#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2009 01:14:35 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/05/mommycast-show-364-your-crystal-ball-awaits-you/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/05/mommycast-show-364-your-crystal-ball-awaits-you/feed/ noSo, if you had a crystal ball that could tell you what ailments you and your children are pre-disposed to, would you look?  We have now entered the “Genetic Revolution” era.  Since the human genome has been mapped, we are now capable of testPaige and GretchenSo, if you had a crystal ball that could tell you what ailments you and your children are pre-disposed to, would you look?  We have now entered the “Genetic Revolution” era.  Since the human genome has been mapped, we are now capable of testing for pre-disposed issues.  Are you game?  Our song is Fan of [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/04/05/mommycast-show-364-your-crystal-ball-awaits-you/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/B7vgzjAXoI0/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/29/mommycast-show-363-here-come-the-allergies/#comments Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:33:23 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/29/mommycast-show-363-here-come-the-allergies/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/29/mommycast-show-363-here-come-the-allergies/feed/ noWe’re suffering and so are our kids.  Its that time of the year again - allergy season!  (Although, Avery seems to have been suffering non-stop since October!)  After a re-cap of all that has been happening with our Facebook group, Paige and I taPaige and GretchenWe’re suffering and so are our kids.  Its that time of the year again - allergy season!  (Although, Avery seems to have been suffering non-stop since October!)  After a re-cap of all that has been happening with our Facebook group, Paige and I talk about how we are combating the nasty allergies.  Our song is [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/29/mommycast-show-363-here-come-the-allergies/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/lErpa3PVpJY/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/16/mommycast-show-362-cell-phone-etiquette/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2009 03:12:17 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/16/mommycast-show-362-cell-phone-etiquette/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/16/mommycast-show-362-cell-phone-etiquette/feed/ noCome on people!  Its time to shape up and realize that cell phones are becoming a real public nuisance.  We need to learn some etiquette regarding cell phones.  I’m tired of hearing everyone’s cell phone ringers and intimate conversations.ÂPaige and GretchenCome on people!  Its time to shape up and realize that cell phones are becoming a real public nuisance.  We need to learn some etiquette regarding cell phones.  I’m tired of hearing everyone’s cell phone ringers and intimate conversations.  Not to mention people randomly walking with one attached to their ear, getting in everyone’s way.  [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/16/mommycast-show-362-cell-phone-etiquette/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/pFoDt7Dn63I/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/11/mommycast-show-361-spring-cleaning-inspiration/#comments Wed, 11 Mar 2009 18:20:57 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/11/mommycast-show-361-spring-cleaning-inspiration/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/11/mommycast-show-361-spring-cleaning-inspiration/feed/ noWe think spring is around the corner…isn’t it?  We hope so!  Paige and I are in the mood to organize and clear out the clutter.  Here are some tips on getting the spring cleaning underway along with story of Paige’s freak out that staPaige and GretchenWe think spring is around the corner…isn’t it?  We hope so!  Paige and I are in the mood to organize and clear out the clutter.  Here are some tips on getting the spring cleaning underway along with story of Paige’s freak out that started it all for her!  Paige is a huge fan of The [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/11/mommycast-show-361-spring-cleaning-inspiration/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/mt9Qd2NxNVQ/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/07/mommycast-show-360-snow-day/#comments Sat, 07 Mar 2009 22:28:49 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/07/mommycast-show-360-snow-day/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/07/mommycast-show-360-snow-day/feed/ noAnother snow day in Virginia!  Six inches of snow kept us cooped up inside with our kids for a couple of days.  Paige and I talk about a variety of things in this show from snow to grade point averages to a very interesting something that got lost in PaPaige and GretchenAnother snow day in Virginia!  Six inches of snow kept us cooped up inside with our kids for a couple of days.  Paige and I talk about a variety of things in this show from snow to grade point averages to a very interesting something that got lost in Paige’s house!  (You’re not going to [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/07/mommycast-show-360-snow-day/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/rbxtbQBQs7g/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/03/mommycast-show-359-every-monday-matters-update/#comments Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:23:17 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/03/mommycast-show-359-every-monday-matters-update/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/03/mommycast-show-359-every-monday-matters-update/feed/ noWe have the pleasure of speaking to our friend Matthew Emerzian, co-author of the fabulous book Every Monday Matters.  Actually, Matthew is now a Movementeer.  There’s a new word for you!  But, its true.  Every Monday Matters has really caught oPaige and GretchenWe have the pleasure of speaking to our friend Matthew Emerzian, co-author of the fabulous book Every Monday Matters.  Actually, Matthew is now a Movementeer.  There’s a new word for you!  But, its true.  Every Monday Matters has really caught on and is now moving into some likely, and not so likely places.  Most recently, [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/03/mommycast-show-359-every-monday-matters-update/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/8LiDBMIxGYM/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/01/mommycast-show-358-fundraising-woes/#comments Sun, 01 Mar 2009 06:28:50 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/01/mommycast-show-358-fundraising-woes/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/01/mommycast-show-358-fundraising-woes/feed/ noAre fundraising requirements driving you crazy?  Raising funds for an impending band trip has Paige seeing red!  Is it extravagance?  Or, is it necessary for our children’s education?  And, is it fair for the school to require families to contriPaige and GretchenAre fundraising requirements driving you crazy?  Raising funds for an impending band trip has Paige seeing red!  Is it extravagance?  Or, is it necessary for our children’s education?  And, is it fair for the school to require families to contribute so much financially?  Let us know what you think.  Our song is Best Behavior by [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/03/01/mommycast-show-358-fundraising-woes/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/73ZaE8haoPM/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/02/23/mommycast-show-357-social-networking-generations/#comments Tue, 24 Feb 2009 03:17:35 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/02/23/mommycast-show-357-social-networking-generations/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/02/23/mommycast-show-357-social-networking-generations/feed/ noWell, our kids started it, we joined in and now our parents are starting to take the plunge!   Yes, the generations are all joining Facebook, Twitter and other popular social networking sites.  So, what is a wall?  What’s a Twitter?  These are tPaige and GretchenWell, our kids started it, we joined in and now our parents are starting to take the plunge!   Yes, the generations are all joining Facebook, Twitter and other popular social networking sites.  So, what is a wall?  What’s a Twitter?  These are the questions being asked by the latest generation to join in.  Here’s [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/02/23/mommycast-show-357-social-networking-generations/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Mommycast/~3/aahDCh0Kpgg/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/02/20/mommycast-show-356-women-and-videogames/#comments Fri, 20 Feb 2009 21:34:32 +0000 mommycast@gmail.com (Paige and Gretchen) http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/02/20/mommycast-show-356-women-and-videogames/ http://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/02/20/mommycast-show-356-women-and-videogames/feed/ noABCNews is reporting that 40 percent of the gaming community in the US is now women.  And….that women gamers are more “hardcore” then men.  Hmmm…..  Well, that explains Paige and her love affair with her XBox 360!  She’s Paige and GretchenABCNews is reporting that 40 percent of the gaming community in the US is now women.  And….that women gamers are more “hardcore” then men.  Hmmm…..  Well, that explains Paige and her love affair with her XBox 360!  She’s right in there.  But, seriously?  More hardcore?  Our song is Book of Lies by Miranda Vettrus.  Thanks [...]mom,mommycast,manic,mommies,families,education,health,kids,children,movies,mother,fatherhttp://podcast.mommycast.com/2009/02/20/mommycast-show-356-women-and-videogames/ MommyCast™ and Holding the World Together One Child at a TimeTM are owned by KDCP Productions, LLC. All rights reserved.Paige and GretchennonadultHolding the World Together One Child at a Time