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InstaMommas
by Natalie Welch
This is a lifestyle podcast that covers topics such as faith, motherhood, health, adoption/foster care and so much more. Rachel and Natalie are sisters who both found motherhood through adoption making them instant moms! Both sisters are on a journey to be healthy! The InstaMommas are not doctors, just moms learning to care and love their bodies! We interview mothers who inspire and educate and come from all walks of life. Thank you for listening and subscribing! Find the InstaMommas on Instagram and Facebook @instamommasnatandrach
Episodes
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Giving Thanks and Rolling Lumpia S4 Ep. 7
In today's episode, the InstaMommas talk about all the things we are grateful and thankful for this Thanksgiving season! We are thankful for adoption, family, and our Filipino culture! You will hear us rolling lumpia in the background as we prepare for our Thanksgiving dinner! This episode is...
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Motherhood and Spiritual Freedom after Abortion: A Mother’s Testimony Season 4 Ep. 6
Here is a major trigger warning as we discuss abortion, trauma, suicide, abuse and more so please be aware before listening. The InstaMommas had the amazing privilege to interview a mother who is living her life out loud for the Lord! Sabrina shares her testimony with all the hard parts included....
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Roe V Wade is Overturned! What This Means for Adoption S4 Ep. 5
Trigger warning: We will be discussing abortion, pregnancy, birth, and medical procedures that are involved with miscarriages and ectopic pregnancies. We will also discuss rape and other sensitive issues, so please consider that when listening to this episode. We do not recommend children listen…
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A Father's View on Fatherlessness: A Special Father's Day Interview
This is part two of our interview with the first dad on the podcast! This week Natalie interviews a father on his role in the family and his views on parenting teens in what some consider troubling times. Tyler bravely shares his beliefs and gives hope and encouragement to families.…
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Fathers are Essential in the Family: An interview with the First Dad on the Podcast! S4 Ep.4
We are so excited to have a dad on the podcast! This week Natalie interviews a father on his role in the family and his views on parenting teens in what some consider troubling times. He bravely shares his beliefs and gives hope and encouragement to families. This episode featuring the first dad…
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Is Self Care Selfish? It’s Complicated S4 Ep.3
This topic is complicated because women work so hard so we need to take care of ourselves. But when does self-care go too far? Today we explore what God has called moms to and how to care for ourselves as we care for everyone else. Thanks for listening! If you would like to learn more about us...
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Bonus Episode for Mother's Day 2022
Whatever season of Motherhood you are in please listen and enjoy this episode from the InstaMommas! We love all the mothers in our lives and we hope you are blessed this Mother’s Day! Thanks for listening! If you would like to learn more about us check out our Instagram @instamommasnatandrach and...
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Motherhood Should not be a Competition S4 Ep.2
Today's episode is all about how motherhood should not be a competition. We follow the story of Rachel and Leah who were forced into a difficult situation and did not always make the best of it. They despised each other in their individual motherhood journeys instead of walking alongside each…
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The InstaMommas are Back! S4 Ep. 1
We are back!!! It has been a long hiatus but we are back! The InstaMommas had to take a break for many reasons that we go over in this episode! Rachel had a serious medical episode and she explains how God met her during that trying season! Thanks for listening! If you would like to learn more...
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God's Heart for Adoption Throughout the Bible S3 Ep.13
Today the InstaMommas are going through the much-loved adoption stories from the bible! Did you know there was an open adoption in the Old Testament? Did you know Jesus was adopted by his stepdad? Have you thought about the books of Ruth or Ester as adoption stories? We cover these stories and…
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Life Can be a Party: Let's Celerate It! S3 Ep.12
Between birthdays, weddings, graduation parties, and all the events in between us moms are tired. We get worn down so fast thinking and planning and buying present after present after present. As moms we make the parties happen and we are the heart of our homes. How we celebrate and encourage our...
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The Why That Made Us Cry: Motivation for Health and Healing S3 Ep 11
Today the InstaMommas get real and vulnerable and talk about their individual health journeys. We don’t just talk about weight loss because health journeys are about so much more! There are mental, emotional, and physical aspects to healthy clean living. The InstaMommas talk about why they are...
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Faith Over Failure to Thrive: An Interview S3 Ep.10
This episode of the InstaMommas takes on a very raw and difficult topic with faith and grace of a mom that is trusting God in her journey. When she was told her child had failed to thrive at 2 months old, she began a journey of self-doubt, fear, and learning to trust God with her beautiful little...
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Happy Mother's Day Bonus Episode
Happy Mother’s Day from the InstaMommas! No matter how motherhood found you we are celebrating moms! We talk about the highs and lows of this holiday and how it can be emotional for many moms struggling with grief and loss but it can also be a happy time for the mom celebrating her first Mother’s...
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What I Would Tell my 16 Year Old Self: Hope for Moms of Teens S3 Ep. 9
If you could sit down with yourself at 16 years old what would you say? Would that strong-willed teenager even listen? Today Rachel and Natalie have a conversation with their past selves that is actually very relevant for us as moms today. Moms of teenagers please listen and take yourself back to…
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Pushing Past Stigmas and Lables: An Interview with an Occupational Therapist S3 Ep.8
This month is Occupational Therapist(OT) Appreciation Month and we are celebrating with an exciting interview with a practicing OT! Nicole is a lovely young lady who loves the Lord and loves her career as an Aquatic Occupational Therapist. In her interview, we talk about misconceptions about...
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We Are The InstaMommas!
The InstaMommas have been growing our following and listeners so we wanted to give a formal introduction to who we are and what we are up to! Rachel and Natalie laugh and cry like they do in every single episode as they talk about life and motherhood and the future of the InstaMommas! Thanks for...
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Barefoot and Bored: How to Cultivate Kids Who Love Nature S3 Ep. 7
As moms, we all want our kids to get out in nature more but the reality is much harder. We are so focused on getting things done and checking off our task list but it is so important to get out in God’s creation and have a childhood of adventure and fun. Today Natalie and Rachel discuss the...
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Living with Less: Minimalism and Motherhood S3 Ep.6
Today’s topic is a piggyback from last week when we talked about money! Money and values have so much to do with what things you choose to buy and keep in your home! Today Rachel and Natalie talk about how they try and often fail to bring simplicity and minimalism into their motherhood. They have...
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Values and Money in Motherhood S3 Ep.5
People have been asking us about money! This is an uncomfortable subject for many people but we all have to deal with it most days! It stresses us out, it drives us crazy but we do not have to be slaves to it! We don’t know all the secrets to handling money but we share our heart behind how and…
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From Trauma to Healing:Three Birth Stories an Interview S3 Ep. 4
Many women look back at their birth stories and realize that it was more traumatic than they had originally thought. Today Rachel and Natalie interview a mom as she talks through the births of her three children. Her experience is very relatable to many mothers who've had a difficult time at…
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Diversity, Differently Abled, and Dementia Have Something in Common S3 Ep.3
It is so hard to bring diversity into your home, especially when the world can feel divided and scary. Did you know it can be easy to expose your children to the joys of people who are different from them? The amazing part is that it benefits everyone! Rachel and Natalie talk about ways their...
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Parenting on Purpose: An Interview With a Homeschool Mom S3 Ep.2
The InstaMommas are so very excited to interview our dear friend and homeschool mom Katie-Beth! Her family tried traditional public schools, charter schools and found that homeschool is best for them. With all the uncertainty surrounding schools in the last year, many parents have been forced to…
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20 Things to Leave in 2020! S3 Ep.1
Welcome to 2021 with our list of things to leave in 2020! The InstaMommas chat about 20 terrible things to leave in last year. We start off season 3 of The InstaMommas with laughter, tears, and even some singing. From depression to diapers, from negativity to the quarantine 15, we all have things...
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Mary, Motherhood, and Chritsmas Songs S2 Ep.13
This is our last episode of 2020 and this season! Natalie and Rachel talk about the pressures and joys of being a mother during the Christmas season. They discuss ideas to keep your eyes on Jesus during this season. We talk about the old, classic Christmas songs and how they are relevant for us...
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This Momma Has a Story to Tell: An Interveiw S2 Ep.12
In this Episode, Natalie interviews a mother who has the most complex, difficult, and painful story, but also offers encouragement and healing. Lara shares the story of her childhood riddled with painful separations, legal struggles, and the politics of tribal living for Alaskan Natives. She…
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Love the Body You're In S2 Ep. 11
This episode is raw and real as Natalie and Rachel tackle loving yourself flaws and all! They approach this sensitive topic with humor and grace but also practical ideas to help you live your best life. We have all looked in the mirror and had issues with the person looking back at us but God...
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Breaking Through the Mom Sterotypes S2 Ep. 10
In the world today we are so divided as moms. We are looking for identity in how we parent our children. The glamorous mom, the crunchy mom, the hot mess mom. We put labels on each other and on ourselves. But why? In this episode, Rachel and Natalie discuss this hot topic that has fed the mommy...
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Seeking God's Goodness in Infertility S2 Ep. 9
In this episode, Rachel and Natalie dive into the difficult discussion of infertility. Rachel tells her personal story of the struggles that come with it. She discusses the valley and mountain tops moments and finding God's goodness in the midst of such grief. Disclaimer: We are not doctors so...
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Healthy Food Healthy Kids! Why is it so Complicated? S2 Ep 5
Today's episode we tackle healthy eating and how to feed your kids! Every mother wants to give her children healthy food but sometimes we don't know where to start. Rachel and Natalie give tons of practical advice and also talk about the why behind how and what they feed their girls. Healthy food...
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All Things Foster Care: The Good &Misunderstood! S2 Ep4
This episode of Instamommas is near and dear to our hearts! We will dive into all things Foster Care! This is a complicated topic that we cannot cover in one episode but we hope this talk gives you a great overview from Rachel who is the InstaMomma who has been there. She fostered 26 children in…
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Why are Moms so Lonely? S2:Ep3
This season of staying home and dealing with extra stresses of losing jobs and more has shown us more than every how lonely being a mom can be. Motherhood can be lonely for so many reasons but it doesn't have to be that way. This podcast talks about how we can deal with loneliness in a healthy…
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Interveiw with a mother of five, rocking her passions! S:2 Ep:2
I am so excited for this episode of InstaMommas! I got to interview a dear friend of mine from way back when! Brittany is a mother of 5, runs her perfectly posh business, and owns a horsemanship business as well! On top of that, she homeschools her kids! Brittany is raising her kids to be...
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Gatcha Day Stories S2 Ep:1 Part 2
This is the second part of our Gatcha Day stories! We so appreciate your love and support throughout our adoption journeys as well as us starting up this podcast! Thank you also for your patience as we work through schedules and technical difficulties while navigating new motherhood! Natalie...
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Surbhi is Home! Our Gatcha Day Stories S:2 Ep:1 Part 1
Natalie has received exciting news you can listen to here! We are both telling our Gatcha Day stories! Both our girls were born in 2017, adopted in 2019 and now they are best friends in 2020! Listen as Natalie recaps her time in India adopting her daughter! There is adventure and heartache and be...
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TBRI the Science and Reality of Parenting Children from Trauma Ep:6
In this episode, another sister and the original InstaMomma, our mother, joins Rachel and Natalie as we talk about a topic near and dear to our hearts. TBRI is a scientific parenting method that can help every parent and has found popularity in adoptive communities and families. Trust-Based...
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A look into our more embarrassing and formative years Ep:5
Oh Lord Bless this mess. We laughed so much recording this episode. We discuss the art of storytelling and how it is so important for family, community, and even mental health. Telling stories goes back to the beginning of human civilizations but in our fast-paced world we forget to sit down and...
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An Interview With a Traveling Momma Ep:4
We are so excited about today's episode and this interview. Natalie did the interview several weeks ago and now our dear friend Rissa is out of the country and it is much more difficult to get a hold of her. That makes the time she gave us so much more special! We are thrilled she gave us an...
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Summer and Autumn Healthy Activities Ep:3
In this episode, Rachel and Natalie discuss some summer fun they had and the ways they stayed true to their healthy lifestyle choices. We will also talk about our fall bucket lists. It is difficult to stay healthy and active when the weather gets cold but there are easy and creative ways to keep...
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#healthymomma is more than a hashtag Ep:2
In today's episode, Rachel and Natalie talk about their health journies and how they have lost a combined 85 pounds in about 6 months. We will discuss what leads to our issues with emotional eating. We won't just talk about a "diet" plan because weight loss is about so much more! It is about...
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We are the InstaMommas! Ep:1
We are two sisters who both found motherhood through adoption. We love finding and giving inspiration on Instagram. We both feel that adoption makes one an "instant mom" because you do not always have 9 months to prepare like a pregnancy. In the first episode of our podcast, we discuss the joys…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This is a lifestyle podcast that covers topics such as faith, motherhood, health, adoption/foster care and so much more. Rachel and Natalie are sisters who both found motherhood through adoption making them instant moms! Both sisters are on a journey to be healthy! The InstaMommas are not doctors, just moms learning to care and love their bodies! We interview mothers who inspire and educate and come from all walks of life. Thank you for listening and subscribing! Find the InstaMommas on Instagram and Facebook @instamommasnatandrach
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Natalie Welch
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This is a lifestyle podcast that covers topics such as faith, motherhood, health, adoption/foster care and so much more. Rachel and Natalie are sisters who both found motherhood through adoption making them instant moms! Both sisters are on a journey to be healthy! The InstaMommas are not doctors,...
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InstaMommas is created and hosted by Natalie Welch.
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