ViewPodcast <![CDATA[View Podcast]]> top_small ChockABlock http://gateway.sportjunk.net/uploads/chockablock.png http://chockablockdigression.podbean.com/ top_small Podcast Junk http://podcastpickle.com/media/images/ads/other/90x90_PodcastJunk.jpg http://podcastjunk.com top_small Lelands Wallpaper http://podcastpickle.com/media/images/ads/other/90x90_Lelands.jpg http://lelandswallpaper.com top_small Fastpitch TV Show http://www.podcastpickle.com/media/images/ads/pcp/90x90_FastpitchTv.jpg http://www.fastpitchtvshow.com top_small Podcast Inspector http://podcastpickle.com/media/images/ads/other/90x90_PodcastInspector.jpg http://podcastinspector.com footer Podcast Inspector http://www.podcastpickle.com/media/images/727x90_PodcastInspectorBeta.gif http://podcastinspector.com false 3993 kristin http://www.manicmommies.com/shehulk.gif admin@manicmommies.com 804 6 8.6667 <![CDATA[Manic Mommies]]> en erin@manicmommies.com Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:14:47 +0000 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:14:47 +0000 Libsyn WebEngine http://www.manicmommies.com http://asset-server.libsyn.com/show/k-01de20f0a38df098/height/144/width/144 <![CDATA[Manic Mommies]]> no erin@manicmommies.com k-f6e93336629359e2 <![CDATA[MM 228: Jamaican Hangover - ManicMommies.com - 508.644.8434]]> We may be a day late, but hopefully this retake is a better show because of it! This week we talk about Kristin’s family trip to Jamaica (courtesy of the Jamaican Travel Board); traveling with kids, resort nannies and wonder whether there should there be kids-only sections on airplanes.

]]> Tue, 31 Aug 2010 04:10:00 +0000 no 3231 k-d69698f1cc842925 <![CDATA[MM 227: Children with diabetes - ManicMommies.com - 508.644.8434]]> The Manic Mommies are joined by Amy Corda, a friend whose daughter was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, a disease "where the body does not produce insulin, a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life." (ADA)

According to the American Diabetes Association only 5-10% of people with diabetes have type 1 (formerly known as juvenile diabetes) which is usually diagnosed in children and teenagers. "With the help of insulin therapy and other treatments, even young children with type 1 diabetes can learn to manage their condition and live long, healthy, happy lives."

Manic Mommies Escape Update - Friday Night Reception is sponsored by Microsoft Xbox Kinect.

]]> Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:36:02 +0000 no 3440 k-c5287af55aaf1115 <![CDATA[MM 226: New Friends, Old Friends - ManicMommies.com - 508.644.8434]]> We may be miles away from each other, but with video Skype and a cold beverage in hand, it feels like the good ol’ days. This week we chat about making new mom friends, manic mommies meetups and getting ready for heading back to school.

]]> Mon, 16 Aug 2010 02:43:57 +0000 no 3335 k-bf50ddeee81060e9 <![CDATA[MM 225: 39 Clues - ManicMommies.com - 508.644.8434]]> This week it’s Kristin who’s on vacation and it’s sounding a lot like the Griswolds meets Caddyshack. Later, in anticipation of the release of 39 Clues book #10 this month, we chat with Clues author Jude Watson about what has made this multi-platform series a runaway success.

]]> Mon, 02 Aug 2010 02:45:00 +0000 no 3227 k-9eef3ed57881a7ea <![CDATA[MM 224: Sleepovers and Summer Squash - ManicMommies.com - 508.644.8434]]> This week we’re talking about sleepovers (has your kid ever taken a bite out of a glow stick?), summer squash from the CSA and finding a new pediatrician. We also take a stroll down memory lane to five years ago when we recorded our very first episode. Some things never change. Kristin’s still wearing PJs to recording sessions.

]]> Mon, 26 Jul 2010 03:16:02 +0000 no 2553 k-abcbcefb01c55d06 <![CDATA[MM 223: Domestic Violence and Mentoring Athletes - ManicMommies.com - 508.644.8434]]> The Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV) is a non-profit network of domestic violence programs founded in 1990 by survivors and their allies. Kelly Starr joins the Manic Mommies to share information about the WSCADV’s mission, as well as their latest project – teaming up with the Seattle Mariners to raise $200,000 through the Pepsi Refresh Project to mentor young male athletes and promote positive messages of honor ad respect.

]]> Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:55:20 +0000 no 2857 k-31dce400ecace434 <![CDATA[MM 222: 168 Hours Per Week = More Time for You? - ManicMommies.com - 508.644.8434]]> Although it doesn’t feel this way, there are actually more hours per week than you might think! Subtract a 40-50 hour work week, 8 hours of sleep per night, and you’ve still got more hours left for fun and personal time than you’ve spent at the office! This week we talk with Laura Vanderkam, author of 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think and learn some strategies for identifying those useless time sucks in life that steal us away from the Things we’d really like to do. Then Erin + Kristin debate the use of the word vacation.

]]> Mon, 12 Jul 2010 03:26:00 +0000 no 2910 k-d9ac1843ff39fc5b <![CDATA[MM 221 - Mommy, why is oil spilling into the ocean? - ManicMommies.com - 508.644.8434]]> If your kids have seen any news on TV or glanced at the front page of your newspaper, they’ve probably asked you this question. This week Jaime Matyas of the National Wildlife Federation returns with some suggestions on how to talk with your children about the oil spill in the Gulf. Erin and Kristin also test out a new mode of remote podcasting, since one of the necessary recording devices is still missing in aftermath of the move.

]]> Mon, 05 Jul 2010 02:45:00 +0000 no 3433 k-727b53b3907b19e8 <![CDATA[MM 220: Parking with the Mommies - ManicMommies.com - 508.644.8434]]> Sun, 27 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0000 no 3139 k-641feb1493dc5f2f <![CDATA[MM 219 - Hot Mess - ManicMommies.com - 508.644.8434]]> Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:49:00 +0000 no 2075 k-a1288fca0e2b203b <![CDATA[ MM 218: Packing - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Mon, 14 Jun 2010 11:00:00 +0000 no 3091 k-6f9ff73f6a43a234 <![CDATA[MM 217: Magazines We’d Read...Summer Edition - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> It’s finally feeling like summer around these parts, so we decided to kick back with some light reading and share inspirations from the June issues of our favorite magazines. Of course, we couldn’t let an episode go by without some talk of Erin’s move and Kristin’s home improvement projects. Reminds us of that saying, "The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results."

]]> Mon, 07 Jun 2010 13:25:00 +0000 3788 k-f47d4fa42e79df4c <![CDATA[MM 216: The Volunteer Family - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> After the birth of her daughter in 2002, Heather Jack found it difficult to find volunteer opportunities that allowed children to participate. As a result, Heather was inspired to develop  The Volunteer Family, a non-profit which identifies over 30,000 volunteer opportunities in 40 states, and has helped connect 13,000 children, parents, and teachers to service learning opportunities. Heather was recently selected by Parenting as one of 51 outstanding mom education advocates from across the country to attend the first annual Mom Congress conference, where she worked on creating Parenting’s "Lesson Plan for Change", a guide to empowering parents to get more involved in their children’s education that will appear in the October issue of Parenting School Years."

]]> Tue, 01 Jun 2010 02:42:00 +0000 3651 k-52906d8ef8d7349b <![CDATA[MM 215: Equally Shared Parenting - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Is it possible to have a life with children that doesn’t require you or your partner to sacrifice either work or family? Can you share the load and still have time for your favorite hobbies and leisure activities? How can two parents raise their children in a way that allows balance for everyone in the equation? This week we interview Marc and Amy Vachon, co-authors of the books Equally Shared Parenting: Rewriting the Rules for a New Generation of Parents.

]]> Mon, 24 May 2010 17:42:00 +0000 3037 k-41a0e488a83c8520 <![CDATA[MM 214: Life Coach Kristin G. Returns - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Manic Mommies life coach Kristin G. joins us for an update on the coaching sessions she’s been conducting with three lucky listeners, revealing the secret that helped one mom gain control over her stressful morning routine. Could this tip help you? Then we ponder all that goes into scheduling our families and the preferred tools for managing the chaos.

Thinking about Escape 2010? We’re over 70% sold after two weeks. We’d love to have you join us. Get the full details and tickets at ManicMommies.com

]]> Mon, 17 May 2010 02:16:00 +0000 3558 k-ea41862a7f6b5cfa <![CDATA[MM 213: Erin & Kristin on the hot seat - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> In honor of Mother’s Day, long-time listener Mindy (hostess of the crafty Web site wishstudio.com) turns the microphone around and asks us the questions this week! Some are innocent, some are totally embarrassing, some are quite funny. If you’ve ever wondered what our husbands do for work, what our biggest challenges were when we were new mothers, or what we think about the community of Manic Mommies, you’ll want to listen in.

General registration for Escape 2010 in San Antonio opens this week

]]> Mon, 10 May 2010 02:41:00 +0000 3295 k-22ae1b5ea022beb6 <![CDATA[MM 212: So You Think Your Kid Can Model? - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> How many times have you been told your child is so cute he or she should be a model? This week we interview Erin’s friend and former co-worker Ben, who is a "stage" dad in NYC. From go-sees to auditions, Ben gives us the real scoop on what it takes for a kid to make it in the big city.

]]> Mon, 03 May 2010 03:19:00 +0000 3385 k-220faca49d4bcefb <![CDATA[MM 211: Seeking a Momover - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Dana Wood, editor and writer of the book Momover joins us to talk about why self-care is so important for moms. Learn the secrets to surviving the emotional, physical and spiritual challenges that emerge for new moms (and those of us who have been moms for years)!

]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 01:36:00 +0000 3158 k-b2d59c26339a5570 <![CDATA[MM 210: Just Let Me Lie Down - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> We’re playing hooky on a Friday afternoon and chat about husbands, naughty moms, girls’ nights out and advocating for our kids at school. Erin also interviews Real Simple Editor-in-Chief Kristin van Ogtrop about her new book, "Just Let Me Lie Down."

]]> Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:57:00 +0000 2983 k-058b970cd5b5cfff <![CDATA[MM 209: Check Up with Dr. Rob - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> ADHD. Allergies. Anxiety. And we’re only on letter A! This week Dr. Rob joins us for a quick check up where we talk about attention issues among boys (again), car seats and seat belts, alcohol education and selecting the right doctor. Then the mommies chat about finding "me time" when it seems the kids’ lives have completely taken over.

]]> Mon, 12 Apr 2010 02:27:00 +0000 4445 k-0ce3213f046b9bb3 <![CDATA[MM 208.5: Rewind - Tory Johnson - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Erin is searching for her new home, and Kristin is recovering from the Easter madness, so the Manic Mommies dove into the vault with show #19 from April 2006, when we first welcomed Tory Johnson, CEO of WomenForHire.com and workplace contributor for Good Morning America.

We discuss negotiating a raise, mom-friendly work arrangements and how to determine if taking time off for family is feasible. Kristin also shares highlights from her family’s Disney vacation.

]]> Mon, 05 Apr 2010 01:35:00 +0000 3365 k-a602689bba18a19f <![CDATA[MM 208: Be Out There - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Research shows that kids are spending half as much time outside as they did 20 years ago – and much more time doing "inside" activities (sound familiar)?  Other studies  show that offering sufficient outdoor time improves the overall health of our children while lengthening attention spans, diminishing aggressiveness, improving test scores and ultimately advancing learning (plus other benefits). (Thanks to the National Wildlife Federation for the fun facts). This week, Jaime Matyas from the National Wildlife Federation joins us to introduce the NWF’s new Be Out There Campaign, which aims to educate tens of million of U.S. moms and dads on the importance of helping their kids have more time outdoors and providing tools to do so.

]]> Mon, 29 Mar 2010 01:14:00 +0000 3553 k-0678b3ee581432a8 <![CDATA[MM 207: The Happiness Project - ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Are you happy? What makes you happy? What does it mean to BE happy?? Gretchen Rubin, author of the best-selling book, "The Happiness Project: Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun," spent a year test-driving studies and theories about how to be happier. In her book, and on her blog, she shares her insights about how we can all be happier.

]]> Mon, 22 Mar 2010 01:04:00 +0000 3270 k-9c438a8f3db6afec <![CDATA[MM 206: Working moms and at-home dads - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> While Erin was at home getting her home ready for the weekend’s open house, Kristin was in Austin, Texas at the interactive/music/film/whatever conference known as SXSW. While she was there she met Mary Henige, director of social media & digital communications at General Motors, and a working mom! They camped out in a new Corvette to talk about making the shift from a dual income family to one where mom’s the primary breadwinner and dad stays home. They also discussed mentoring and how we can help other moms as they try to figure out how to "do it all . . . and then some!"

]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:39:00 +0000 3656 k-45062a6c098ae3a0 <![CDATA[MM 205: Raising Readers - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> We all know "reading is fundamental." But can we also make it fun? We’re joined by Julie Temple Stan, who editorial director of Early Moments Book Club, who shares tips for helping kids embrace (and maybe even enjoy?) reading!

]]> Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:51:00 +0000 3085 k-48f4af4da0734429 <![CDATA[MM 204: Going for Gold - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Has your family been watching the Winter Olympics? Are you sad to see it all end? This week we’re talking about the events our kids enjoyed most, sharing our reactions to the Manic Daddies episode we released last week, and dishing up the dirt on ABC’s The Bachelor. Tune in to find out who won our Palm Pre Plus giveaway!

]]> Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:33:00 +0000 3472 k-b1d52528968f3d1c <![CDATA[MM 203: The Manic Daddies and 200 Shows - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Who could have ever imagined we’d actually produce 200 episodes of Manic Mommies? Certainly not our husbands! And yet without them and their continued support, tolerance, acceptance and willingness to be occasionally humiliated before a national and international audience, there would be no Manic Mommies. They listen to our crazy hopes and dreams, they watch the kids when we’re traveling for so-called business trips and they prop us up when we’ve had a bad week in cyberspace. You asked for them and after much prodding and pleading they finally agreed.

]]> Mon, 22 Feb 2010 01:47:00 +0000 4045 k-420b90c168e9c16e <![CDATA[MM 202: Are you a naughty mom? - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> It’s Valentine’s Day and, if you are like us, the last thing on your mind is sex. But Kristen Chase, aka the Mominatrix, is ready to help you discover (or rediscover) your inner naughty mom. She answers some of your questions about getting in the mood, turning off your brain, making time for intimacy and toys for grownups. She also shares her top 5 tips for getting back on track. Visit ManicMommies.com by February 28, 2010 to enter to win signed a copy of The Mominatrix’s Guide to Sex.

Sponsor spotlight: Dove Chocolate Discoveries

]]> Sun, 14 Feb 2010 20:00:00 +0000 3442 k-07b83abfcb63a321 <![CDATA[MM 201: Parenting Beyond Belief - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> According to a recent University of Chicago survey, a growing percentage of Americans consider themselves "spiritual but not religious." By all accounts, this includes parents. This week we’re joined by author Dale McGowan, editor of Parenting Beyond Belief: On Raising Ethical, Caring Kids Without Religion to talk more about this trend. Then we chat openly about our own roles as the "spiritual directors" of our families.

]]> Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:52:00 +0000 clean 3952 k-d7da3bc51e303a55 <![CDATA[MM 200: Coach Me - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> This week Erin is joined by substitute co-host Meredith O’Brien, pop culture and television columnist for MommyTrack’d, who shares her tips for TV worth watching right now. Then our new life coach Kristin G. stops by for coffee and we talk about how coaching can help moms, why it’s so important to find that additional "thing" in life that makes you happy, and why it’s critical you take time and make space for it.

]]> Mon, 01 Feb 2010 01:22:00 +0000 3148 k-84ed8dee6e3f05e6 <![CDATA[Winter Blahs, Bon Voyage]]> Sun, 24 Jan 2010 20:08:00 +0000 2922 k-d1d5fd639f4ce787 <![CDATA[MM 198: Does My Butt Look Big? - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Some of us can eat Big Macs and still look skinny (ahem, Kristin) and others of us know what we need to do to lose a little weight and yet we’re still eating cookies and drinking wine. This week we talk about the 40-year-old spread, enrolling a child in scouting, and picky eaters.

]]> Mon, 18 Jan 2010 03:35:00 +0000 3132 k-8c161f9f78df4d89 <![CDATA[MM 197: Moms’ Tech + Kids’ Sports - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> It’s two shows in one this week as we make the most of Erin’s trip to Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show. We chat about the households of the future, what’s inside your computer (and why you should care) and our favorite tech gadgets. Later, soccer star and mother Mia Hamm reveals why she has yet to get her 3-year-old twins involved in organized sports.

]]> Mon, 11 Jan 2010 02:58:00 +0000 3523 k-e9622954fce7fcff <![CDATA[MM 196: New Year, Same Mommies - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Mon, 04 Jan 2010 01:19:00 +0000 3234 k-38ce3c27639f566f <![CDATA[MM 195.5: Manic Mommies Rewind – Real Simple Money]]>
We talk money with deputy editor Lesley Alderman. Whether you’re a fashion lover, frugal giver, or recovering shopaholic, it’s likely you’ll learn a thing or two from this episode. We reveal six top money worries—from spending too much to saving too little—and share simple tips for getting back on track. We’ve even got a way for you to save on gas!
]]> Mon, 28 Dec 2009 21:41:00 +0000 3240 k-a9e523b573c66f97 <![CDATA[MM 195: The Sex Therapist Is In - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Twitter or Facebook and connect with other listeners under the Big Tent.]]> Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:13:00 +0000 4896 k-eb837724616574d6 <![CDATA[MM 194: Holiday Chit Chat - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> ]]> Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:12:00 +0000 2732 k-e5c82563b977f2be <![CDATA[MM 193: Holiday Leftovers - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Days of Our Lives diva and host of the Biggest Loser. Alison talks about her life as a working mom (in fact she was picking her son up from school when we reached her) and how she manages to find time for the important things in life: her kids, her health and giving back. We follow that up with a generous serving of holiday complaints. Pull up a chair, there’s plenty of leftovers.]]> Mon, 30 Nov 2009 21:51:00 +0000 3566 k-ab154c908bdc222f <![CDATA[MM 192: Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> ]]> Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:12:00 +0000 2937 k-8f13ecd237f1bf05 <![CDATA[MM 191: Searching for Sibling Harmony at Escape 09 - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:16:00 +0000 4260 k-bdb395922785e6bd <![CDATA[MM 190: True Mom Confessions from Escape 09 - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> ]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:00:00 +0000 3653 k-b07dbbe5d615b4e6 <![CDATA[MM 189: The Possibility of Everything - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> The Possibility of Everything, and her plight to bring harmony and wellness back to her family through some extraordinary means.]]> Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:29:00 +0000 3302 k-2f04434835046f6f <![CDATA[MM 188: Pacify Me - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:52:00 +0000 3499 k-46868eb3e890f5b9 <![CDATA[MM 187: The Meal Makeover Moms Visit - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> The Meal Makeover Moms visit Kristin’s kitchen to answer all of our healthy eating questions. They also give one of Kristin’s family’s favorite recipes, Fish Chowder, a meal makeover (it was delicious!).

Special thanks to Meal Makeover Moms Escape Sponsors - Coleman Natural and Cabot.

]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:53:00 +0000 2890 k-0fb5ef2323871d24 <![CDATA[MM 186: How do you stay fit? - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]>
We also welcome our first Escape sponsor spotlight: Coleman Natural Foods.
]]> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:43:00 +0000 3392 k-f57aa5f13d67c842 <![CDATA[MM 174: Summer Camp Catchup - www.ManicMommies.com - (508) 644-8434]]> ]]> Mon, 06 Jul 2009 02:24:00 +0000 1676 false <![CDATA[Manic Mommies - Driven by Saturn]]> 10 skibuni