The F.A.C.T.S.

In this episode we talk about the first social media kids, our thoughts on sharenting on social media, and the takeaways we took from the article. Here are some topics we thought were important: lack of privacy, how sharenting brings on bullying, and new state laws that are being created. Take a look at the article and let us know what you think on our socials! The first social media babies are adults now. Some are pushing for laws to protect kids from their parents’ oversharing | CNN Shoutouts: @topflightfamily Thank you to our listeners!!!  Thank you for the feedback! Please let us know if you would like to be a guest AND follow us, rate us, review us, and leave a voicemail.  If you would like to be a sponsor please email us at [email protected] dat_family_1922 @thestablemindmentalhealth

In this episode we had the honor of hosting Marie Keaney, a SoCal realtor, who not only knows everything there is to know about real estate, but is also a former teacher who gives back to the teacher community. She is a mama of two, a wifey, and an overall force to be reckoned with! Join us on this episode as we discuss: Moving to the suburbs Real estate trends Advice and info for first time homebuyers All the nuances of selling and buying property Contact Marie through her website: www.mariekeaney.com On IG @homesbymarie On Facebook @homesbymarie Thank you to our listeners!!!  Thank you for the feedback! Please let us know if you would like to be a guest AND follow us, rate us, review us, and leave a voicemail.  If you would like to be a sponsor please email us at [email protected]

In this episode we weigh in on the news, discuss school breaks, and share how we keep our kiddos busy during time off. News:  California-based 99 Cents Only Stores is closing down, citing COVID, inflation and product theft Book — KC Davis Calling out mindfulness as the tensions on college campuses and across the world rise Main Topic: How do you keep the kiddos busy, learning, entertained, well-rested etc. during school breaks, days off, vacations etc.? Here are our main tips: Have a list of activities ready Set up an outline of the day Let the kiddos rest from schedules Lots of outdoor time Thank you to our listeners!!!  Thank you for the feedback! Please let us know if you would like to be a guest AND follow us, rate us, review us, and leave a voicemail.  If you would like to be a sponsor please email us at [email protected]

Trigger warning: As you see in the episode title, we discuss infant loss, including details of what and how it happened. Through Shauna’s story we learn about her three beautiful children, her experience with Sierra’s diagnosis, and the medical system. We discuss how we can show up for each other, and what true empathy looks like.  News: Kate Middleton Update Main Topic: Loss, Grief, Love, and the Medical events that can lead us through all of the emotions. We were honored to discuss all of this with our guest speaker Shauna, who is a wife, mom of 3 (two in her arms and one in heaven), a certified athletic trainer, and a college professor in the field of Kinesiology ( sports medicine). Along with her career in sports medicine, she is a huge sports fan with a love for Baseball & Football. She is a congenital heart advocate as a heart Angel mom. Shauna is also a Norwex consultant working toward a chemical free home for herself and family. We are so grateful that she trusted our space with her story, her love, and her beautiful family!  Here's how you can contact Shauna: Norwex with Shauna Social Media: @cleangreenshaunab Thank you to our listeners!!!  Thank you for the feedback! Please let us know if you would like to be a guest AND follow us, rate us, review us, and leave a voicemail.  If you would like to be a sponsor please email us at [email protected]

In this episode we go deep with our conversation of relationships, what we have found that works for us, what the experts say, and share lived experiences.  News:  Woman Gets Pregnant, Has 3 Babies with Man She 'Barely Knew' After Daunting Diagnosis - Here's Why (Exclusive) Who TF Is Reesa Teesa Now? Main Topic: Relationships! These are mainly our points of view with some “expert” advice peppered in, listen to us discuss: Our marriages and how we got there Marriage vs. Partnership Marriage plus kids, and friendships after kids Toxic/DV relationships Domestic Violence Resources 24/7: 800-799-7233, Txt START to 88788, visit thehotline.org, or chat @ chat.thehotline.us Thank you to our listeners!!!  Thank you for the feedback! Please let us know if you would like to be a guest AND follow us, rate us, review us, and leave a voicemail.  If you would like to be a sponsor please email us at [email protected]

This episode is dedicated to the friends, the lovers, those who love love, and everyone in between. We got to spend this episode with our very special guest Ms. Carla Avalos, who is not only one of our friends, but is also a couples therapist, as well as an overall love enthusiast. News:  Gen Z, millennials say money talks should happen before the relationship gets serious, study finds Jury finds Jennifer Crumbley guilty of involuntary manslaughter in son's school shooting - ABC News Main topic: Love, difficult discussions and more. Our guest helps us discuss romantic relationships, and how to navigate finances, roadblocks in the relationship, and tips for successfully growing together. About our guest: Ms. Carla Avalos is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional who was born and raised in Los Angeles, C.A. and is a daughter of a Salvadoran immigrant mother. Ms. Avalos has a Bachelor’s in Social Work from Cal State Los Angeles and Master’s in Social Work from USC. Ms.Avalos works full-time a Mental Health Clinical supervisor for L.A.County Dept. Of Mental Health and also has a part time private practice providing individual and couples therapy. Ms. Avalos is trained in Level 2 Gottman Method Couples Therapy and will begin Level 3 Gottman Method training this month. Ms. Avalos also provides immigration evaluation services to individuals experiencing extreme hardship, survivors of violence and trafficking, and seeking asylum. Ms. Avalos is passionate about providing education and resources to the BIPOC and Latinx community regarding various mental health topics such as perinatal mental health awareness, relationships, self-care, boundaries and challenges of being a first gen. Where you can find her: Website: https://www.nuevoscaminostherapyla.com/ IG: @NuevosCaminosTherapy https://www.instagram.com/nuevoscaminostherapy/ Thank you to our listeners!!!  Thank you for the feedback! Please let us know if you would like to be a guest AND follow us, rate us, review us, and leave a voicemail.  If you would like to be a sponsor please email us at [email protected]

In this episode we dive into vacation and activity planning for the year. We talk about cruising, kids activities, a spreadsheet for everything, and how we choose where to go, and/or what to do. Join us for not only our experiences, but also what the travel community has to say. News: LA innocence project will look at Scott Peterson’s Case Main topic: Travel/Activity Planning Travel apps: Wanderlog Credit Card tips Travel tips: Kid activities to bring and while on trips, family friendly resorts, and more. Socal local parks, follow this page: @ocplayparks Find out what the travel community is sharing. This episode we heard from, @the_flyingmum , @bucketlistnaz , @yololetsgoinsta Thank you to our listeners!!!  Thank you for the feedback! Please let us know if you would like to be a guest AND follow us, rate us, review us, and leave a voicemail.  If you would like to be a sponsor please email us at [email protected]

Happy 2024! In our first episode of the year we focused on self-care, preparing ourselves for the day, the week, and the year. We talked about easy things that we can do for the week to set ourselves up for success, and that its OK to pivot, shift, change, and reset any time of the year. News: Gypsy Rose Blanchard Released from 10-Year Prison Sentence Early After Mother's Murder: 'I'm Ready' (Exclusive) Main topic: Self-care Resources Caring for Your Mental Health - National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Cooklist The Full 2024 Calendar Year Line by bloom daily planners A special thank you to our sponsor: Advanced Coin Laundry and Appliance Repair: Serving the Los Angeles AreaContact: 310-721-0129 and/or [email protected] Thank you to our listeners and sponsors. We are excited for a new year with you all. Thank you  for the feedback! Please let us know if you would like to be a guest AND follow us, rate us, review us, and leave a voicemail. 

We made it to 10 episodes!!! This is so exciting for us and we are even more excited for 2024. In this episode we recap each episode from 2023. For more details click each link below to listen and/or re-listen to the episodes! Ep 1 intro:  https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/EwkGOz79XFb Ep 2 Back to school: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/6EksWy79XFb Ep 3 Surrogacy: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/Agd29w79XFb Ep 4 Mama Hulks: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/k4L4nw79XFb Ep 5 Superstitions: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/gORiNu79XFb Ep 6 Prepping kids for differences: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/AgJptu79XFb Ep 7 The Veteran Episode: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/1Ugr6t79XFb Ep 8 Adult Friendship: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/FtF5vt79XFb Ep 9 Cultural Humility: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/zg3OLs79XFb Thank you to our listeners and sponsors. 2023 was a great year! Thank you  for the feedback! Please let us know if you would like to be a guest AND follow us, rate us, review us, and leave a voicemail.

In this episode Dr. Natasha (one half of the FACTS duo) shares her research on cultural humility and how we can apply it to real life situations. News/Updates:  The Best and Worst U.S. Airports of 2023 - WSJ Biden on finding solace in grief Cultural Humility: We discuss the definition and concepts of cultural humility, how they can be applied to daily life situations and examples from our personal experience. Resources: Cultural humility: Essential foundation for clinical researchers - PMC A special thank you to our sponsor: Advanced Coin Laundry and Appliance Repair: Serving the Los Angeles Area Contact: 310-721-0129 and/or [email protected]

In this episode we talk about some pop culture, travel, and focus on friendship and give you tips and tricks based on articles that discuss the current state of friendships. News/Updates:  3-year cruise for remote workers cancelled as organizers admit they have no ship | Fortune Adult Friendship: It is no strange fact that adult friendships are hard to make or keep. During our main segment we chat about our personal experiences and share tips & tricks that have not only worked for us, but are also supported by research, interviews and the media. Resources: What does friendship look like in America? How to Make, and Keep, Friends in Adulthood A special thank you to our sponsor:Norwex with Shauna: Norwex Independent Consultant * Social Media: @cleangreenshaunab P.S. We are real people and real mamas and sometimes have to record with sweet little voices in the background, or sweet little coughs :)

In this episode we not only honor and celebrate our veterans, but we discuss pop culture, how social media affects us, and travel reviews. We had the honor of hosting our guest Chrissy Ino, a veteran who works with active duty soldiers and discussed Chrissy’s experience, including ways we can respect, as well as honor the veterans we interact with. News/Updates:  Social media stalking: Why do we keep tabs on people we can't stand? Travelers Magazine Readers Choice awards: Readers' Choice Awards 2023 Honoring Veterans this Veterans Day and beyond: Our guest shares the best ways to thank our veterans which includes kindness, grace, and love. We discuss veteran stories and real life experiences by those who risk their lives to serve our country. Resources: Veterans.gov 988 Military.com A special thank you to our sponsors: Healing Hearts Mental Health: Marylun Im, LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist)* Social Media: @ilovetherapy661 Norwex with Shauna: Norwex Independent Consultant* Social Media: @cleangreenshaunab

In this episode we cover a new womens rights law in California, talk about preparing our BIPOC kids for the world, and Dr. Bethany Hernandez Parks gives us tips on preparing our children for the world of differences. News/Updates: We are continuing to call for mindfulness during this dire world politics time. Read here for updates in California’s newest reproductive loss leave policy. Preparing our children for the real world: We discuss examples of what we do to prepare our children for racial, religious, and ability differences that they may encounter. Dr. Parks shares her expertise, and gives us great takeaways to implement at home. Contact Dr. Bethany Hernandez Parks here: Website: firststarteducationalconsulting.com Social Media: @firststartec A special thank you to our sponsors: Your Fertility Simplified: Fertility coach, doula services, IVF case manager* Social Media: @yourfertilitysimplified Norwex with Shauna: Norwex Independent Consultant for chemical free cleaning, body & skin care.* Social Media: @cleangreenshaunab

In this episode we share our awareness of current events, talk about Tupac Shakur, and dive into superstitions, family food traditions and more. News/Updates: Mindfulness call out for world politics, Pregnancy and infant loss month callout & Tupac murder solved? After nearly 3 decades a suspect is charged in Tupac Shakur's murder : NPR Superstitions: General Superstitions: no walking under ladders, don’t open an umbrella indoors, don’t whistle indoors etc. Cultural superstitions Foodie Traditions: Food: There are also so many traditional ties, superstitions and more about food. 21 Food Superstitions You Should Really Know About Recipe | Bon Appétit Food superstitions Food to heal: Honey and postpartum diets Favorite quick recipe: Follow this account: Anna Lisa | Trader Joes 5 Items or Less Recipes (@traderjoes5itemsorless) • Instagram photos and videos Foodie traditions A special thank you to our sponsors: Fouronthego: Full time travel family blog* Social Media: @FouronajourneyHello Daley Nails: The most amazing press on nails with Daley Reker* Social Media: @hello.daleynails

In this episode we discuss the National Coffee Day, Jewish High Holidays, the news and our true crime feather. ***Trigger warning*** Topics discussed include suicide, murder and more. News: 14-Year-Old Kansas Runaway Fatally Shoots Herself in Front of Deputy After Refusing to Return Home True Crime Feature: Raymond Pantoja and Lisa Espinosa Check out the resources for the case: Hulu Docuseries Raymond Pantoja, 26, a rapper who also loved 'The Notebook' - Philadelphia Obituary Project The Murder of Raymond "RJ" Pantoja  The Impact of Gun Violence on Latinx Communities | Everytown Research & Policy Three years after her son’s death, a mother gets justice. And it still feels empty. | Helen Ubiñas Philly mothers of gun violence victims work to solve their children's murders A Latina mom lost her son to gun violence. For her, it's a campaign issue. Thank you for feedback from our listeners, follow us, review us - and we will shout you out. Enter the Giveaway for follow + 5 ratings + review and/or voicemail. A special thank you to our sponsors: Beauty Counter: With Rhiannon Luck* Social Media: @Rhiannon.LuckMilestones Gifts: Bloombox, a first period kit* Social Media: @milestonesgifts

In this episode we discuss the news, highlight Hispanic Heritage month, *Trigger Warning*: Discuss Suicide Prevention Month, and get to know our incredible guest speaker Dr. Toinette Watson. News:  Sleep study: Why Are You So Tired? Your Sleep Schedule Needs a Reset Homeless ruling: Ruling denies San Francisco's request to ease encampment removal ban (ktvu.com) Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/15): https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/about.html Morocco Earthquake, Libya floods Donate to the Morocco Earthquake Efforts Donate to the Libya Flood Efforts Topics: *TRIGGER WARNING* Suicide Prevention Month: Promote National Suicide Prevention Month Maternal Mental Health: Maternal mental health - WHO , About Maternal Mental Health Disorders  Toni’s surrogacy journey: In both journeys Toni was a gestational surrogate - which means her womb was the baby's home, but not genetically related. Gestational surrogacy is where the embryo is created outside of the womb, and the egg is not of the surrogate. There are no biological ties. In traditional surrogacy, the surrogate is the egg donor and the egg is fertilized by the sperm of the intended father. In both scenarios - if done properly (legally) the intended parents become the legal guardians.  Contact Toni: * Wombs of Angels Website * All Contact * IG: @wombs_of_angels Thank you to our sponsors: ***Milestones Gifts: A period box for the most special conversations. On social media @milstonesgifts ***Hello Love Inc with Daley Reker: Nails with Daley for your fast and budget friendly nail solution. On social media @hello.daleynails Reach out to Millie for Mental Health resources: IG: thestablemindmentalhealth Contact

In this episode we discuss the most recent news and back to school topics: News that caught our attention, click the hyperlinks to read the story: Spain won the Women’s World Cup! And the kiss... India Lands on the Moon! They are the fourth, and 1st on the South side. 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington. Then and Now. 42 Year Old Man Finds His Birth Mother. The reuinion. Michael Oher, and the OTHER side of the Blindside. Back to School: We need to mentally prepare… Mental preparation is needed for both parents and kiddos. Scholastic article: The 8 tips - Visit the classroom, read books about school, talk about feelings, intentions, practice, including notes, shopping and projects to prepare for a successful school year. Safety: know the ins and outs of the schools, use AirTags and location setting, and take the time to prepare. Keep the details of your children and school off the internet.  Thank you to our sponsors: A World With You Travel: Bringing trend to travel * Starts at 25 seconds * Social Media: @aworldwithyoutravel Wombs of Angels: Surrogacy and more * Starts at 2 minutes * Social Media: @WombsofAngels Beauty Counter: With Rhiannon Luck * Starts at 17 minutes and 17 seconds * Social Media: @Rhiannon.Luck

In this episode we introduce ourselves and our podcast. We discuss current events and our goal with the podcast. Here are some takeaways: We are friends, mamas in crime, career oriented women, and very inquisitive, which is why we are here talking to you all. Favorite podcasts: Dateline, Sista’s who kill, & NPR News. Future episodes: Back to school, Uncomfortable family topics (religion, bullying, money, race, culture etc.), Cultural exposure, Parenthood, Motherhood and career, Military families, Family and therapy.  If you would like to be a part of any of these topics please feel free to reach out to us. Leave us a voicemail and contact us via email @ [email protected] Thank you! Millie and Natasha

Check out our trailer, which is a sneak peak into the first episode! The F.A.C.T.S. is a podcast where we create the family, accountability, compassion, and truth safe-space.  Our goal is to discuss topics that effect our day-to-day lives, current events, and trending conversations. Your hosts: Millie and Natasha both came to the U.S. as children and grew up in immigrant families. We have navigated adulthood and motherhood with perspectives that represent our respective cultures, the cultures of our families and partners, as well as, our expertise through our chosen careers. Future episodes: Back to school, Uncomfortable family topics (religion, bullying, money, race, culture etc.), Cultural exposure, Parenthood, Motherhood and career, Military families, Family and therapy.  If you would like to be a part of any of these topics please feel free to reach out to us by leaving us a voicemail and/or contacting us via email @ [email protected] Thank you! Millie and Natasha