A show for moms who are committed to making an impact in the world. This is our story of personal journeys through hardship and challenges and how we take those to make the world better. We support mothers. We talk about current events, stories of interest, and the hard stuff that make us "real". We are moms determined to make the world a better place - a place where moms support each other and judge LESS. We hope to open up dialogue, make you think about topics in a new way, introduce you t ...
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The world is full of anxiety right now. As moms are home with their children, trying to figure out a new balance of a life with everyone home ALL THE TIME and no clear end in sight, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Alexa shares some tips on things that are helping her maintain her sanity through a period of heightened anxiety, and why we all need to s…
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Get all the show notes In this episode, we talked about: Our special October 15th live roundtable in honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, featuring Alexa Bigwarfe of @Grieving Mothers: Sunshine After the Storm-A Survival GuideNatasha Carlow Author, Kimberly Calabrese, Sarah O'Dell and Lindsay Gibson.Difficult decisions with having to…
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In this episode, we talked about: The great need for cold-weather gear. Learn more HERE.How Beth got started years ago with a local coat drive for schools in her district by asking the simple question, What Can I Do to Help?The resources One Warm Coat providesHow simple it is to host your own coat driveOther ways you can help if you can't hostOne W…
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In this episode, we talked about: How Kelly and Soph met, and started their podcast, Two Broads Talking PoliticsTheir take on the debates that have happened so far and what they think of the candidates; there are so many candidates on the stage and how they are just trying to STAND out at this pointHow Elizabeth Warren was the only one who didn't s…
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Laura Lyles Reagan is the author of How to Raise Respectful Parents: Better Communication for Teen and Parent Relationships. She recently did a free webinar for our Lose the Cape readers all about teen communication, and it was too good not to share as a special episode! Get all the notes at https://losethecape.com/podcast/177 In this episode, we t…
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Visit http://losethecape.com/podcast/176 for all the and links In this episode, we talked about: Hair discrimination and what that meansWendy's work on the hair anti-discrimination law in NYCThe CROWN Act in CaliforniaHow hair, of all things, to the Civil Rights movementDress codes for studentsIs Your Job's Dress Code Racist?Wendy's new book, #Free…
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Teaching Kids to Be Empowered - Keri T. Collins In this episode, we talked about What inspired Keri's mission to help kids take actionHow tapping can reduce anxiety - learn about EFT on her page!The family tradition that Keri established with her daughter and husbandHow Keri by her divorce and the wake-up call she had seven years agoKeri's book, Yo…
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month! In this episode, Alexa and Nancy chat with Dr. Traci Clayton, author of the best-selling Abundant Kids Rock!, a resource to help children live abundant and joyful lives by creating mindset shifts. We talk about the seemingly rising incidences of depression and anxiety and the mind-body connection. In this episo…
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Maria Fuller is the founder of Raising a Powerful Girl, and the mother of two daughters. Our conversation was all too relatable, as Alexa and Nancy are also raising daughters. How do we navigate the issues of self-image and self-worth in the #metoo era?由Lose the Cape
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You can get all the show notes and links at http://losethecape.com/podcast/172 Please follow us on Facebook and join our group - Your Mom Squad In this episode, we talked about: How Daphne started her podcast, Writer Mom LifeWhat it means to be an indie author, AND a momBalancing work and family life with your own writing goalsThe importance of com…
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Are you in an MLM? Have you ever thought of being in an MLM? Do you wonder what some of the red flags are? There are definitely MLMs that are better than others. We dig into all kinds of discussions on MLMs with lawyer Emily D. Baker. Like them or hate them, many women enjoy MLMs. As many others hate them.…
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This panel of empowered, courageous women share their stories of how they overcame really trying and terrible stories and situations and wrote books to help others come through those situations. We discussed what gave them the courage to move forward and helped sharing their own truths helped them to heal and to find the strength to help others as …
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Get all the show notes and links we discuss in this interview at http://losethecape.com/podcast/169 Desiree Peterkin Bell was claimed as a triple threat by Black Enterprise, and when you listen to this conversation between Alexa and Desiree, you'll understand why! This was a long-anticipated interview for Alexa, and the conversation does not disapp…
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Shannon Pulaski is the founder of ProActive Genes, and the author of Mom's Genes, a children's book that helps families talk to their kids about genetic diseases. We had a great conversation with Shannon about why it's never too early to start being proactive about cancer prevention. In this episode, we talked about: Shannon's experience with the B…
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Alexa headed to DC in January for the third annual Women's March, braving frigid temps to stand shoulder to shoulder with fellow marchers from all walks of life. We talked about the difference between Nancy's experience at the first march, and Alexa's experience, as well as the controversies around the march. Get all the show notes with links at ht…
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We're talking about all the good AND the bad in 2018! Join Alexa and Nancy as we cover: (get all the shownotes at http://losethecape.com/podcast/166 Time Magazine's 2018 Year in ReviewAll the big, personal stuff that went down for Alexa and Nancy#ALLTHEHASHTAGSOur vision for 2019由Lose the Cape
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Get all the shownotes at http://losethecape.com/podcast/165 In this episode, we talked about: Jehava's viral essay, originally published on Wonderoak, and picked up by ScaryMommy and Motherly.Keep Marching by MomsRising Founder, Kristin Rowe-FinkbeinerThe fears that came up for Jehava around writing this essayAlexa's experience with raceHow the ess…
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In this episode, we talked about: Jody's 7-year journey to bring Princess Monroe's story to the worldWhy Princess Monroe needed to be writtenHow fairy tales do a disservice to girls and boysAll about the illustrator that brought Princess Monroe to lifeThe book trailer by Kirthi Nath, of Cinemagical Media And more! Get all the notes and links at htt…
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Are you worried you drink too much? Should you stop or can you keep drinking? Join us with author Cindi Turner for the answer! Get all the show notes and links mentioned at http://losethecape.com/podcast/163 and be sure to check out our Holiday Gift Guide while you're over there!由Lose the Cape
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It's already time to start shopping for the Holidays. Do you need some new, fresh ideas for gifts for those around you? Maybe you want some ideas for YOUR list? We've got some great suggestions in this year's Holiday Gift guide. We tried some new products, read some new books, and have some great suggestions for the friends, the teachers, the partn…
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We're discussing why moms need to be politically and socially engaged and how they can get their kids involved in advocacy and activism. Plus - go VOTE! We want our kids to know that it's important to be part of the process. It's important to talk about these topics. It's important to be engaged. So we wrote Lose the Cape: The Mom's Guide to Becomi…
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Access all the details and show notes about this conversation on how to talk about sexual harassment, sexual assault, and more at http://losethecape.com/podcast/160由Lose the Cape
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Find all of the show notes and links at losethecape.com/podcast/159由Lose the Cape
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Find all the show notes at http://losethecape.com/podcast/158由Lose the Cape
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Get all of the shownotes and links at http://losethecape.com/podcast/157由Lose the Cape
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This episode covers some pretty broad topics - from why it's important for us to use our voices in the political sphere, to remembering babies gone too soon, to the Inspired Parents Summit happening next week. Alexa gives a broad overview of key topics and what is to come in October. Get all the notes at http://losethecape.com/podcast/156…
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Get all the show notes at http://losethecape.com/podcast/155由Lose the Cape
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In this episode, we talked about: How Michelle started her business the same time she became a motherWhy she went back to work after her son was born even though she didn't want toHow Michelle transitioned out of the 9-5 grindWhy you need the support of your partner when starting a businessThe common thread through all of Michelle's work experience…
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In a nutshell, this episode is about healing, forgiving, self-love, remembering those who perished on September 11, 2001, our new mission, and what is coming ahead. Get all the show notes and links on our website at http://losethecape.com/podcast/153由Lose the Cape
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In this episode, we talked about: Sharissa's autoimmune diagnoses and how she got themThe process of healing and how it was interrupted by her first pregnancyDr. Amy MeyersThe connection between food and autoimmune healthWhat IS autoimmune disease, anyway?The challenges of following an autoimmune-friendly dietTonya Rineer and her book, The Mindset …
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In this episode, we talked about: How going back to work felt like being herself again and saved herHow WANTING to work doesn't mean you don't love your kidsThe lie of Work-Life BalanceWhy so many women end starting their own businessesThe cost of daycare versus the benefits of a second incomeThe challenges of raising teensRaising a feministAin't N…
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Visit the show notes for all links and information at http://losethecape.com/podcast/150 In this episode, we talked about: How Abbey replaced her corporate income within 30 days of starting her VA businessWhy you should embrace your entrepreneurial energy and not feel scatterbrainedThe main concerns that potential VAs have, according to AbbeyHow to…
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This episode is all about using our voices to become more engaged in social justice and change for good - especially as it pertains to laws and policies that impact moms and children. Ever thought about maternal justice? Paid medical leave and maternity leave? You're going to want to listen to this and get more information about Moms Rising!…
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Get all the shownotes and information on http://losethecape.com/podcast/147由Lose the Cape
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Leslie Blanchard Leslie is a contributor to Ain't Nothing But a Teen Thang, Lose The Cape!'s third book in a series. Leslie's essay, titled InstaSpy, is a hilarious account of discovering the world of Instagram through her teen's eyes. Leslie and Alexa chatted live on launch day about that essay and about the tragedies that Leslie has confronted an…
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Sid Garza-Hillman Sid is the author of Raising Healthy Parents: Small Steps, Less Stress and a Thriving Family. He joined us from his home on the Mendocino Coast to chat about his book and what it means to be a SmallStepper. In this episode, we talked about: Sid's SmallSteppers programWhy little changes are better than big changesWhy Sid wrote Rais…
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What's happening in America? How can moms help?由Lose the Cape
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We laughed. We cried. We launched. Check out all the show notes, the video that inspired the subtitle, and more at http://losethecape.com/143由Lose the Cape
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Our guest is Echo Aspnes, mother, blogger, contributor to Lose the Cape: Ain't Nothing but a Teen Thang. Get all the shownotes at losethecape.com/podcast/142由Lose the Cape
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Our May Book club pick was Awaken: 6 Sacred Steps to Remember Who You are and Why You are Here. We were so lucky to get to interview the author, Julie Santiago about this beautiful book and her journey to write it. Get all the show notes at http://losethecape.com/podcast/141由Lose the Cape
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Our guest Jennifer Rosen Heinz talks about raising a tween son and all about her advocacy with Moms Deman Action, an organization formed by moms to help reduce gun violence in the United States. Please visit http://losethecape.com/podcast/140 for all show notes. We talked about: Her son's first armpit hairPubertyParenting through pubertyMom's Deman…
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Talking about transgender teens - how to interact, engage, and understand them. Tips for parents who have a child who comes out, and what it's like to be a transgender teen... guest Nathan Frechette talks about his experiences as a transgender man. Get all the shownotes at losethecape.com/podcast/139…
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We were pleasantly surprised by Ashley Buffa, our beautiful guest. She has 9 kids between the ages of 2 and 15 - SEVEN of them are boys! She also homeschools and runs her own business. We were impressed. We talk alot about tweens/teens and surviving those years. Get all the notes at http://losethecape.com/podcast/138…
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Mother's day can be complicated. We talk about what it means to us, what we want, don't want, and what we really want to be doing on Mother's Day.由Lose the Cape
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Ep 136 is our monthly Lose the Cape book club. April 2018 featured Just Tell Me I'm Pretty - by Heather LeRoss. don't be fooled by the name - this book is deep and full of surprises. Get all the links and shownotes at http://losethecape.com/podcast/136由Lose the Cape
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How to relate to Teens in the 21st century + men get PPD too! In this episode, we talked about: Men get PPD too - did you even know that?How to engage with teensDarren's book "Level Up Your Teens"The "Be Your Own Hero" mentality Get all the notes at http://losethecape.com/podcast/135由Lose the Cape
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Check out all the show notes and links at http://losethecape.com/podcast/134由Lose the Cape
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Strategies for communicating with your tweens and teens. Get all the notes at http://losethecape.com/podcast/133由Lose the Cape
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We're talking about Brene Brown's latest book, Braving the Wilderness, in the Lose the Cape February book club episode. Join us in March for Girl, Wash Your Face! Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are so You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be, By Rachel Hollis. Find show notes at losethecape.com/podcast/132…
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Joy Acaso is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping people confront challenges and overcome obstacles. As a South Florida local, she has been working with individuals and families in the community for over 15 years. Her broad experience includes working with medical, ministerial and social service organizations, and with …
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