Momma Bear Connects

We talk about the benefits of healthy food habits, self love, exercise, body image, grounding/earthing, affirmations and we touch a little on manifestation. This is a topic we are so passionate about, we have been on both sides of the coin, very unhealthy and working towards healthy and want to help others find ways to help improve their health. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and I talk about different ways that helped us navigate the confusing and exciting teenage years! We touch on different topics, and how to talk about the uncomfortable ones! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and Faith talk about Addie's beautiful birth and a few tips on how we made sure it was successful and safe. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mommabearconnects/support

Faith and Addie go over what the last year and a half has looked like. Addie share's a quote "Mindset is Everything" and the importance of slowing down. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and I talk about what PMDD is, what it looks like, and how to help.  We discuss our personal findings, and experiences with PMDD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

https://www.competitivedge.com/parentscoaches-guides-13-steps-being-winning-parent Quote by Michael Jordan "Just Play. Have Fun. Enjoy the Game." Addie and I talk about ways to be a supportive parent/mentor to your child athlete, and things we feel like could be detrimental to your child's success.   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and I discuss releasing negative energy, ways to start a conversation, and 25 ways to encourage your loved ones!!  Tune in and tell us what you think! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and I discuss the importance of coping healthily and have a few rants along the way :)  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Oh man, have you guys missed us!?!?  We are finally back up and running and re-adjusted to life after this past month.  We cannot wait to share with you the last few weeks, and challenge you all to something amazing!!  Listen to the episode to find out what the challenge is, and let us know what you are doing each day to accept the challenge!!   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Join us in an eventful car ride as we talk about our week, accomplishments, and embarrassing stories! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and I talk about what things we do for self care and ways to ensure a healthy body and mind!! Resource https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-happiness/201812/self-care-12-ways-take-better-care-yourself --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and I talk about being an individual and the importance of love and acceptance.   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and I talk about our biggest fears and what we do to over come them!!  What is YOUR biggest FEAR???!!!??? https://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/how-deal-chronic-fear-and-anxiety (source for our info today) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

BONUS BONUS BONUS!!!  SLANG TERMS USED BY KIDS TODAY VS US PARENTS IN THE 90's!!  SO FUN!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and I talk about the importance of dating and having FUN!!  We are sassy and goofy today, so hold on to your hats and enjoy this silly podcast!!!  HAPPY SUNDAY!!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Wendel from Reboot Centers comes to talk to us about the importance of sleep and the effects of lack of sleep.  And how it contributes to teen addiction.  We ran into some audio getting cut off, so we will be uploading a video of the podcast to our instagram and youtube channel.   "The Teenage Brain" by Frances E Jensen, MD with Amy Ellis Nutt was referenced throughout the podcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

ADDIE AND I DISCUSS HOW MANIPULATION AFFECTS YOU AS A PERSON AND HOW TO COPE AND SET HEALTHY BOUNDARIES TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM MANIPULATORS.  RESOURCES: https://time.com/4825032/gaslighting-mental-health/ https://time.com/5411624/how-to-tell-if-being-manipulated/ https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/set-boundaries#how-to-define-your-boundaries NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE: 1-800-799-7233 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

***Trigger Warning*** Addie and I talk about the very real topic of suicide.  It is a very vulnerable and emotional discussion on the effects of depression, PTSD, suicide and mental health.  Please be aware, there is some explicit content at the end when I read a paper my husband wrote regarding his PTSD.   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and I discuss what has made our relationship successful and what things we see as good or less beneficial parenting techniques.   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support

Addie and I ask each other questions on different topics!  Get ready for some fun, candid, serious, and silly answers!!   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mommabearconnects/support