 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #48 - "It's Your Sex Life" Description: This week we talk about naming your child something you won't regret, tasks with toddlers that take forever, putting your kids on a leash - literally - and getting back in the sack with your significant other after the baby is born. Please visit our show sponsors! Thank you to Gazelle.com and Bake Me A Wish!
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#47 "Leave Jessica Alone!"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #47 "Leave Jessica Alone!" Description: This week we defend Jessica Simpson and her pregnancy weight gain, as well as talk about our own pregnancy weight gain. We also talk A LOT about potty training. Natali's resources are these Trickle Free Trainers and and this book. We also discuss whether to change diapers in airplane seats and what to do for 2nd birthday party ideas.
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#46 "Sugar High (or Low)"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #46 "Sugar High (or Low)" Description: Is sugar the enemy? Or is it BPA? Or maybe it's preschool applications or transitioning to a big-boy-bed? This week, the MommyBetas discuss how hard it is to make decisions for our kids.
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#45 - "Fart Symphony"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #45 - "Fart Symphony" Description: This week we discuss a lot of gross topics, mostly revolving around raising boys! We also discuss Alicia Silverstone feeding her child out of her own mouth and January Jones eating her own placenta. Plus, we talk about keeping the dinner conversation appropriate for all ages, not just the children of the house. And avoiding a "fart symphony" if you are outnumbered by boys!
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#44 "Tots in Training"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #44 "Tots in Training" Description: On this week's show, Jennifer and Alex discuss whether American parents are to blame for their kids being more dependent, how much exercise toddlers and preschoolers need (according to National Assoc. for sport and physical education) and how to keep your toddler from getting jealous of a new baby.
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#43 "Toddlers, Tantrums, Time Outs and Mommy Meltdowns"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #43 "Toddlers, Tantrums, Time Outs and Mommy Meltdowns" Description: On this week's podcast, Alex and Jennifer discuss toddler airplane nightmares, whether time outs are a good means of disciplining and how to avert a mom-life crisis.
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#42 "Redshirtin’, Tantrum-Throwin’, Art-Makin’, iPad-Lovin’ Kids"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #42 "Redshirtin’, Tantrum-Throwin’, Art-Makin’, iPad-Lovin’ Kids" Description: The MommyBetas discuss holding kids back from Kindergarten, dealing with tantrums, what to do with all that art, and if it’s ok for LO to play with the iPad during dinners out.
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#41 "Siblings Who Bite"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #41 "Siblings Who Bite" Description: This week we have a solid debate about whether or not public schools should be able to look through homemade lunches. We also discuss new research linking mommy migraines and baby colic as well as a few choice posts from MommyBeta such as lessons learned while on vacation with our toddlers and great birthday party ideas.
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#40 "Nanny State And School Lunches"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #40 "Nanny State And School Lunches" Description: This week we have a solid debate about whether or not public schools should be able to look through homemade lunches. We also discuss new research linking mommy migraines and baby colic as well as a few choice posts from MommyBeta such as lessons learned while on vacation with our toddlers and great birthday party ideas.
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#39 "Sh*t MommyBetas Say about Breastfeeding, Double Strollers and Baby Clothes"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #39 "Sh*t MommyBetas Say about Breastfeeding, Double Strollers and Baby Clothes" Description: Today we tackle the serious (breastfeeding laws), and the frivolous (funny YouTube videos). We also talk about the best way to move our babies around and the most stylish and affordable ways to dress them.
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#38 "Kegels, Cakes and OGS {Other Good Stuff}"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #38 "Kegels, Cakes and OGS {Other Good Stuff}" Description: On this week’s show, we reveal the meanings behind puzzling parenting acronyms, realize that our kids are better than we give them credit for, dish on our favorite romance/date movies and discuss a new app built to help improve our bedroom performances. Join us!
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#37 "Mommy Venting"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #37 "Mommy Venting" Description: This week we discuss the newest baby beta to be added to the lineup! We also discuss mommy fatigue and whether we would choose sex over the Super Bowl. Also, how do we encourage our toddlers to eat without going overboard? All that and a few toddler book reports on this week's MommyBeta podcast! A big thank you to our sponsors: Gazelle.com and BakeMeAWish. Check 'em out and tell them we sent you!
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#36 "What do French Moms Call Private Parts?"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #36 "What do French Moms Call Private Parts?" Description: This week, the ladies discuss whether French moms do it better, what to call the nether-regions, picking baby names the modern way and how to choose party favors that won’t wind up in the trash. Wow, that’s a lot. Sit down, strap in, and listen here! A big thank you to our sponsors: Gazelle.com and BakeMeAWish. Check 'em out and tell them we sent you!
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#35 "Worst Toddler Reads"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #35 "Worst Toddler Reads" Description: This week's podcast continues the discussion on how to get our picky eaters to chow down with new findings from a Cornell Study. We also talk about how to get make meal time easier with seven meals from one chicken. Lastly, we discuss Babble's top 10 worst Toddler books as well as a few we think should be added to the list. We also highlight some of our favorite toddler books and some of our Facebook fans book recommendations. A big thank you to our sponsors Gazelle.com and BakeMeAWish. Check 'em out and tell them we sent you! Here are a few books we mentioned that we love--please share yours in the comments! We'd love to check them out. Dinosaurs Binkit Barnyard Dance No More Diapers for Ducky Berenstein Bears and the Spooky Old Tree (and other B Bear books) Where is Baby's Belly Button (and other lift the flap books by Karen Katz) Princess Baby Night Night (and other Karen Katz books) That's Not My Puppy (and other That's Not My books) Potty by Leslie Patricelli
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#34 "Sleepyheads and Picky Eaters"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #34 "Sleepyheads and Picky Eaters" Description: This week we discuss Baby Mo's health scare, the perils of missing naps, and our ongoing quest to deal with picky eaters. We also discuss the pros and cons of helicopter parenting versus slow parenting, a dilemna that has no easy solution. As always, the sleep book we incessantly refer to is Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child. And the slow movement parenting book that Natali has just added to her reading list is called Under Pressure: Rescuing Our Children from the Culture of Hyper-Parenting. Thanks for listening everyone!
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#33 "Mommy Wins for 2012"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #33 "Mommy Wins for 2012" Description: This week we discuss parenting fails of 2011, and some resolutions to have a little less fail in our parenting lives too. We also discuss new car seat legislation and the rising rate of C-sections in the U.S. and abroad. A few links to things we talked about in today's show: ▪ The Béaba Babypote, which Natali is going to try out to get Miles to eat his veggie purees; ▪ The home shiatsu massage pillow by Homedics, which Natali swears by to survive back pain during pregnancy; ▪ The iPad headrest mount that Natali's husband wants to install to entertain the little ones during long car trips; ▪ And if you live in the New York/New Jersey area, try out my masseuse! She is amazing and I honestly couldn't walk without her!
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#32 "Too Darn Loud"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #32 "Too Darn Loud" Description: This week we discuss health-related topics in the news such as the recent formula recall, seven foods you should never feed your child - or yourself - and which children's toys are just too darn loud and unsafe as a result! We also discuss Jennifer's post about what kind of meal you should bring to a new mommy and a Web site that helps you organize your food donations called MealBaby. Cool! Jennifer also recommends this popcorn popper. Happy Holidays fellow parents!!
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#31 "Toddler Holidays"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #31 "Toddler Holidays" Description: This week, the mommies talk about keeping kids safe and entertained during the holiday season. There’s tons of craft talk, including making handprint ornaments with Sculpey clay and decorating trees with polymesh ribbon. And don’t miss the video of our own soccer star in the making. If you like what you hear, please rate us on iTunes. And, finally, don’t forget to check out and enter our latest giveaways.
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#30 "Taking Credit For Satan's Gifts"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #30 "Taking Credit For Satan's Gifts" Description: Its all holiday talk this week! We discuss teaching our toddler's Christmas words like Satan and Satin and Santa. We also discuss the Elf On The Shelf and creative ways to play the game, and whether or not to take credit for Santa's big-ticket toys. And don't miss our gadget gift guide! If you like what you hear, please rate us on iTunes. And, finally, don’t forget to check out and enter our latest giveaways.
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#29 "Handling The Holidays"
 MommyBeta is a show about motherhood and parenting, hosted by four new mommies, trying to make the world a better place by raising good people. |
MOMMYBETA Episode: #29 "Handling The Holidays" Description: The MommyBetas focus on the holidays this week—discussing how to keep the focus on family, traveling woes and perfect presents. For those of you wanting more info on the products we discussed, here are some links: Rody Horse 3-1 Zebra Scooter Wheely Bug Rockabye Rocking Animal Kettler Trike And for coordinating all of these gifts, the Amazon wish list Happy listening! If you like what you hear, please rate us on iTunes. And, finally, don’t forget to check out and enter our latest giveaways.
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