Episode 13 She's Baaackkkk!!
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
Release Date: 10/12/2015
Ep 19 Sleep Talk, I'm Addicted
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
On this episode, I talk about the wonderful power of sleep. I’ve had a taste and I’m addicted. Chasing that sleep high when I can. And, to round off the segment, one of the killjoys to my sleep, the family bed! Well, it sort of can put a damper on my sleep when you have a toddler who takes over your bed. Join me in this episode as I sleep-talk. I might just sound a little “extra” on it, but really, it does a body good! ...
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Ep 18 Welcome Back, Scheduling & Home Organizing
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
On this episode, Colette returns to podcast, catching us up on where we’ve been and the upcoming plans for MixItUpChicas. And, before she goes, Colette talks about how she’s adjusting to new changes in her life, particularly with the fine art of WRITING things down! Listen in as she talks about creating a household schedule to try to stay on track. Don't forget to visit our website for pictures of the Post-It Weekly Planner. ...
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Ep 17 Gym Anyone, Stress & Fiancés
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
Colette and Moné check in this week. How did they do getting started with those health goals? From “spin” talk, zone training, and even Bikram yoga, what are the sisters up to? Then we move into the topic of STRESS. We all have it, and so Colette and Moné GO IN DEEP on this topic and learn a bit more about good stress, bad stress and what to do about it! Lastly, each show, we are going to keep with the theme of a pop culture segment, now called, “What’s On And Poppin’.” And, on this episode Moné tells us about her latest binge watch with...
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Ep 16 New Journey - Getting Healthy, Real Weight Loss
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
Moné joins Colette on this twist for a MixItUpChicas show. Getting a jumpstart on our “new years resolutions.” Hopefully its more than just that, and we'd like our podcast to help hold us to it! So, join in! ...
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Podcasting Builds Community
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
In this short clip, Colette joins with community podcasters to promote why podcasting is awesome and what it means to us! Check out this Libsyn promotion. If we can do it, so can you!
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Episode 15 The Great Costume and Fall Fun
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
Fall is in full swing and Colette and Somanette are talking latest activities and starting traditions. From pumpkin picking, a daddy-daughter “first” date, to contemplating fall decorations?! NOT!! Who are we kidding??? ...
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Ep 14 Dating, Catfish, Moné In The House!
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
Who needs a mental day to set up a profile page??? Uh…Moné, apparently. On this episode the chicas take a left turn from mommy talk while Somanette’s out sick. Colette sits down with Moné and goes back down memory lane of before married with child life! Yes, the woes of online dating and WHY isn’t Moné jumping in on it?? Listen in to hear Moné and all her skepticisms and ambivalence to put herself out there because apparently, everyone is being “Catfish(ed);” yet a new show Colette was not hip to. Tune in at 37:21 for questions and...
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Episode 13 She's Baaackkkk!!
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
Yes Somanette’s backkkkk! Or is it Somanette’s Back?!?!?!? Either way, the chicas, Colette and Somanette have back to school on their minds, specifically kindergarten. And it’s not your mother’s kindergarten anymore. Nowadays, five year olds are given language arts pre-assessments. Can they identify uppercase and lowercase letters, give rhyming words, and explain concepts of print? What happened to learning to share, taking turns, napping, playing and being five year olds? What’s happening to education in America? We may not have the...
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Episode 12 Bonus: #goPINKandBLUE
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
This is a bonus episode I, Colette, decided to record on my own. In honor of those who have experienced pregnancy and infant losses, I share a piece of me. For those on an infertility journey: offers a network of support. ...
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Episode 11 Pope Culture?
MixItUpChicas: (imperfect) moms keeping it real
Actually, more like “Pop" culture. Haha. On today’s show, Colette is definitely mixing it up when she is joined by her little sis, Moné. What might we possibly talk about? Well, some of the latest pop culture news from the Pope (and Beyoncé, of course) to the “N” word from Black-ish. Moné also enlightens us with her knowledge of other popular shows, Once Upon a Time and Orange Is the New Black, so sit back and enjoy the ride and don’t forget to email us your questions, comments, and LOVE (click the link just below)! Oh, and now we...
info_outlineYes Somanette’s backkkkk! Or is it Somanette’s Back?!?!?!? Either way, the chicas, Colette and Somanette have back to school on their minds, specifically kindergarten. And it’s not your mother’s kindergarten anymore. Nowadays, five year olds are given language arts pre-assessments. Can they identify uppercase and lowercase letters, give rhyming words, and explain concepts of print? What happened to learning to share, taking turns, napping, playing and being five year olds? What’s happening to education in America? We may not have the answer to that question but we do have A plus news and tips to share regarding co-sleeping transitions. Listen and find out!
Here are the products we mentioned (we are not sponsored, nor are we affiliates):
The book Somanette talked about: http://www.amazon.com/Smartest-Kids-World-They-That/dp/145165443X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1444614555&sr=1-1&keywords=smartest+kids+in+the+world
Bedtime Sticker Chart: http://www.amazon.com/Night-Sleep-Tight-Reward-Chart/dp/B0077M92T4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1442181532&sr=8-1&keywords=bedtime+sticker+chart
Okay to Wake! Alarm: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002RNKOM2?keywords=wake%20up%20alarm%20clock%20kids&qid=1444614443&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
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~ The Chicas
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