The Good Mum
Temporada 1
A Note to Our Daughters
Expat Life
COVID-19 Trials
Saying No
Balance
Sex, Hair Loss, and Breasts...Oh My! (Part II)
Udders, Kegels, and Flow...Oh My! (Part I)
The Good Mum ft. Mama In Transit
Our Body
por Blair & Carmen
This week Blair and Carmen dive into a discussion around the advice we would have given our younger selves and ultimately things we want out daughters to know. Delving into the highs, lows, trials, and errors of their personal experiences, we explore the age-old question: Is it a rite of passage to navigate life's ups and downs, or can wisdom be passed down to the next generation? Expect a candid and insightful conversation that not only serves as a reflection on never-ending personal growth but also touches on universal truths. Whether you're a parent, a mentor, or someone on their own path of self-discovery, this episode offers a shared exploration of the wisdom gained from experiences—a testament to the enduring connection between generations and the beauty of passing down lessons learned.
Join us this week as we look at our life as expats and how we came into this experience. We question how long we will be in Qatar and where we will go next and examine the sacrifices we make and amazing opportunities we've gained since living in Qatar. As all of our kids were born here in Qatar, it will always hold a special place in our hearts but more importantly, it is home for our girls.
In this week's episode, join Carmen and Blair on a raw and introspective journey as they dive deep into their personal experiences with the COVID-19 pandemic. From the early days in March 2020, when Carmen headed to Panama to support her mom and Blair was unexpectedly sent home from work with no return date in sight, they shares the unfiltered highs and lows of navigating these unprecedented times. Discover the profound effects the pandemic had on their lives, from the challenges of remote work to the complexities of parenting during a global crisis. Carmen and Blair offer a candid exploration of resilience, adaptation, and the ongoing impact of the pandemic on themselves, their kids, and their families.
This week on our podcast, we gathered a few posts we found on Instagram and two particular posts left a lasting impression on us. In this episode, we delve into our reactions and explore the impact these posts had on our perspectives. Tune in as we share insights and reflections on these noteworthy moments from our online exploration.
In this week's episode, we discuss balance within motherhood, the art of finding silver linings on rough days, and the societal expectations placed on mothers to sometimes do it all.
Get ready to laugh, cringe, and relate like never before this week as we dive into topics like sex, breasts, and hair loss to name a few. In this episode, we talk about all the things we didn't expect and are still experiencing today, even after giving birth to two kids.
Get ready to laugh, cringe, and relate like never before this week as we dive into topics like discharge, breast milk, and leave you with a cliffhanger for next week...sex.In this episode, we talk about all the things we didn't expect and are still experiencing today, even after giving birth to two kids. Tune in next week for part two!
In this week's episode, Carmen and I are joined by the wonderful Joanna, a.k.a. Mama in Transit, to explore the incredible journey of motherhood. Joanna shares her compelling expat life experience, her relocation to Poland, the story of how she met her husband, and the challenges she's faced while navigating the complex system to obtain a diagnosis for her son, who has autism. Tune in for a candid and insightful conversation on life, love, and parenting across borders.
In this week's episode, we embark on a deeply personal and vulnerable discussion about body image as women and as mothers. We'll navigate the complex landscape of how society, media, and our own life experiences influence the way we perceive our bodies.Join us as we share our own journeys and aspirations to foster a healthier relationship with our bodies, all while setting a good example for our daughters. We'll explore the importance of teaching them to respect and listen to their bodies' needs and desires, nurturing self-acceptance and self-love from a young age.
This week we are talking about the weekends. Before kids, the weekend was a quiet couple of days of rest and relaxation....with kids...not so much! Have a listen to learn how we balance our needs as mom's and meet the needs of our kids. Through TV time, arts and crafts, baking and outdoor adventures, we are creating memories and connection with our girls.