On this Geriatric Happy Hour, Sonia and Jessica discuss a variety of topics; including an update on Krissy Anderson’s husband speaking out about her death from sepsis after the stillbirth of their daughter, Sonia’s Facebook question about the maternal health risks of a stillbirth, and the need for more women’s health research. They also weigh-in on a viral instagram post by @OwnItBabe about European parenting and the 28-minute Bluey special that has everyone talking! Bring some bubbles (or some flacid rosé) and tune-in to this geriatric happy hour wherever you listen to podcasts! For a full list of resources mentioned in this episode, visit the show notes here! Topics discussed in this episode: Welcome to Happy Hour! (14:49) Update on Krystal Anderson’s Death From Sepsis After the Stillbirth of Her Baby Girl (16:30) Reasons for the Development of Maternal Sepsis After Stillbirth; Thank You To the Medical Professionals Who Responded to Our Question on Facebook! (19:56) A Raging And Also R-Rated Fifteen Minute Deep Dive Into The Lack Of Women’s Health Research (25:11) @OwnItBabe’s Post About European Parenting; And We Get Into the Comments! (38:57) The 28-Minute Bluey Special! (1:03:20)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Meems from @TwoLittlesToLove! The popular Instagram and TikTok Mama joins the Geriatric Mamas to share her journey to motherhood! Listen as she opens up about her experience with IVF, devastating loss and finally being Mama to her two beautiful miracle babies; aka her two littles to love. Meems also shares her experience with the early stages of parenting a newborn and a toddler at the same time, starting @TwoLittlesToLove and finding the humor in all the shit as a first time mom. Also, visual clutter… the three mamas share their real and raw secrets to getting rid of it. For a full list of resources mentioned in this episode, visit the show notes here! Topics discussed in this episode: The Eclipse From Maine to Texas to California! (2:50) Meems Is Here! … AKA @TwoLittlesToLove, Excuse Us While We Fan Girl! (5:29) Meems’ Story (9:56) Experiencing A C-Section After Having A Vaginal Birth (27:01) Bringing A New Baby Home To A Toddler & Starting @TwoLittlesToLove (30:25) Finding The Humor In All The Shit That No One Talks About (32:18) The Visual Clutter… And How To Get Rid Of It! (34:59) Content Creation For @TwoLittlesToLove (38:26)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss nutrients found in certain foods that can improve reproductive health, as well as which foods and substances to avoid while trying to conceive. They also weigh-in on the Mediterranean diet and the Whole30 diet as potential dietary approaches to optimize fertility. Disclaimer: Beef liver might have one of the highest concentrates of folate, (but there are also a supplements for that if you’re not a beef-liver-eating kind of girl.) For a full list of resources, visit the show notes here!

On this Geriatric Coffee Convos, Sonia and Jessica discuss a viral TikTok post about the need for separate waiting rooms at OBGYN offices for women who have experienced pregnancy loss, a geriatric celebrity mama baby announcement, Krystal Anderson's passing after a stillbirth, and Halle Berry's experience with ‘sexy menopause’. For a full list of resources mentioned on this episode, please visit the show notes here! Topics discussed in this episode: Welcome to This Coffee-Less Coffee Convos! (10:58) Separate Waiting Rooms At OBGYN Offices? (11:55) Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden Welcomed Their Second Baby Last Weekend! (19:52) Krystal Anderson, A Former Cheerleader for the Kansas City Chiefs, Died Following the Stillbirth of Her Daughter (24:24) Halle Berry’s Doctor Told Her that She Had The Worst Case of Herpes He’s Ever Seen. (31:25) The Funny Shit Doctor’s Say (43:34) A Little After Show About The Zodiac Signs As Mamas Episode (45:01)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss the parenting trends that have emerged in 2024. They weigh in on setting strict baby boundaries, nesting parties over baby showers, the gentle parenting revolution, the rise of weed moms vs. wine moms, grandparents choosing unconventional titles and pregnancy announcements vs. hard launching babies. (Like Paris Hilton; not NASA). For more resources mentioned on this episode, visit the show notes here!   Topics discussed in this episode: Hey Geriatric Mamas! (17:07) Setting Strict Baby Boundaries (18:15) Nesting Parties (24:01) Is Gentle Parenting Out? (40:14) Unwinding After A Busy Day (49:06) Custom Grandparent Names (55:57) Opting Out of Pregnancy Announcements (1:04:03) A Very Geriatric Bonus Track (1:15:25)

On this episode Sonia and Jessica are joined by Mariela De Santiago from the Mama Wears Athleisure podcast, they dive into what it’s like being ‘geriatric mamas’, exactly when they heard the term ‘geriatric pregnancy’ for the first time, whether or not the phrase is actually being phased out and they weigh in on the replacement phrase… is it really that much better? For a full list of resources mentioned on this episode, visit the show notes here! Topics discussed in this episode: Welcome Mama Wears Athleisure! (1:54) When Was the First Time You Heard the Term ‘Geriatric’? (3:20) Is the Term ‘Geriatric Pregnancy’ Really Being Phased Out? (9:06) Is the New Term ‘Advanced Maternal Age’ Better? (13:37) Stories From Women Who’ve Had Babies Later In Life (19:55)

On this Geriatric Happy Hour, Sonia and Jessica discuss geriatric wisdom tooth recovery, reasons why mamas get flat tires sometimes, societal improvements that need to happen for parents, (you’re welcome)! Self-validation as moms, things they know in their forties that they wish they knew in their twenties- and also some Easter basket ideas, because Easter is in March for some reason this year; (wtf?) For a full list of resources, please check the show notes here!   Topics discussed in this episode: Welcome to this Geriatric Happy Hour (22:56) Societal Improvements That Need to Happen for Moms and Parents in General (23:32) Self-Validation for Moms (38:50) Truths we know in our 40s we wish we knew in our 20s (49:20) Easter Is In March… A Bit of a Rant… This is Not Sunday School, Sonia Used to Be the Real Easter Bunny (01:01:47) When The Easter Basket Ideas Topic Actually Begins, Minus the Crocs (01:06:09)

On this episode Sonia and Jessica are joined by Alyssa, who happens to be a former elementary school teacher, to discuss technology and screen time for little ones. They weigh in on facing the challenges of balancing screen time, parental controls, internet safety, promoting digital well-being, tech-free activities, and educational technology options. They also discuss the fact that geriatric moms are ‘too old’ to have their wisdom teeth removed, at some point Sonia mistakenly calls Khloe Kardashian Kourtney a few times (and no one notices). Also, when in doubt, there’s always Ms. Rachel, so we should all feel #Grateful and #Blessed. For a full list of resources mentioned on this episode, visit the show notes here! Topics discussed in this episode: This Podcast Is Officially Geriatric! Welcome To Episode 35! (12:18) Intro To Technology & Screen Time For Littles (12:55) How To Balance Screen Time (13:46) What Parental Controls Are Available For Popular Devices And Platforms/Apps?(16:15) YouTube Controls & iPhone Guided Access (19:49) Tips For Promoting Digital Well-Being (23:08) Why Does Screen Time Have Such A Bad Reputation? (26:17) What Are The Current Recommendations For Screen Time Limits Based On Age Groups And Developmental Stages? (31:14) Some Of the Best Options For Educational Technology For When Alyssa Wants to Watch Ms. Rachel (36:20) Proof of Life, Do Not Disturb & Exiting The Group Chat During Your Luteal Phase Could Be Considered Passive Aggressive, But Are Still Better Than Murder (45:45) Encouraging Children to Use Technology Creatively (51:15) Teaching Children Internet Safety (54:02) Learning During Covid (56:33) Ms. Rachel (01:03:05)

On this Geriatric Coffee Convos and Happy Hour Mash Up, Sonia and Jessica discuss who’s drinking what beverage, weigh in on the Alabama Supreme Court ruling about embryos, the pros and cons of their children’s past and current favorite tv shows, the reality of screen time, mommy blogger Ruby Franke, the Gabriel Fernandez case and binge-worthy tv shows for after the babies go to bed. For a full list of resources mentioned in this episode please visit the show notes here! Topics discussed in this episode: Welcome to this Geriatric Mash Up (11:37) The Alabama Supreme Court Ruling About Embryos (14:01) Pros & Cons Of Favorite Children’s TV Shows and Screen Time (27:26) The Mommy Blogger, Ruby Franke Case (52:34) The Gabriel Fernandez Case (57:29) Shows We’re Binging After the Babies Go To Bed (01:01:55)

On this Prehistoric Birthday Special episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by surprise guests Tiffany Baynard and Amanda Allen to discuss stories and experiences about aging, keeping children safe at the pool, strangers invading their children’s personal space in stores, answer questions from Instagram followers, aka talk through their memorable (& geriatric millennial) concert experiences and weigh in on emotions surrounding the gender reveal of their children. In summary, this episode is proof that what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas. For a full list of resources and photos mentioned, please visit the show notes here!   Topics discussed in this episode: Surprise! Go Shorty It’s Your Birthday! (1:04) Trying to Pop the Champagne (4:14) Tips on Becoming a Fossil (5:57) Intro to Birthday Special! (11:23) Keeping Babies Safe At the Pool & Hot Tub (12:17) Personal Space with Babies in Stores & Handling Unwanted interactions (22:09) Jessica Answers Questions from Instagram Followers (46:42) The Best Concert Jess Has Ever Been To (57:06) See What Our Instagram Followers Had to Say To Finnish the Sentence: We’re Geriatric Mamas, Of course We! (1:03:33) Jessica Drops a Bomb, The Girls Had No Idea This Had Happened! (1:11:24)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Courtney, aka Adam’s fabulous Aunt. Her name has been mentioned several times on the podcast and she’s the reason why ‘Geriatric Happy Hour’ was created. Courtney is joining the Geriatric Mamas to share the story of her two beautiful angel babies, being their mama, coping with loss and the unimaginable grief of loosing her children to SMA Type One in infancy. Also, the state in which Jessica showed up to meet Adam’s family for the first time, (photo in the show notes for your enjoyment). For a list of resources mentioned in this episode please visit the show notes here! Topics discussed in this episode: Welcome Courtney! (2:50) Courtney’s Story (7:49) Coping With Loss (1:21:13) Things People Say And Do To Try And Help, That Are Not Actually Helpful (1:30:30) The Best Thing People Can Say To Someone Who Has Experienced This Kind of Loss (1:33:22) Advice For Moms Who Have Also Experienced Loss (1:34:24) Treatments For SMA (1:42:03)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss the zodiac signs as moms! They’re not experts on astrology, but both love using it as a reference and guessing people’s signs. So, they did some research and found a general consensus on what the signs are like as moms, and also which mom friends you’ll want to (or not want to) schedule play dates with according to your astrological compatibility. For a full list of resources, visit the show notes here! Topics discussed in this episode: Hey Geriatric Mamas! (4:24) We’re So Excited To Talk About Astrology! (5:41) The Zodiac Signs As Moms (6:41) Aries Mamas (8:35) Taurus Mamas (10:55) Gemini Mamas (12:41) Cancer Mamas (14:20) Leo Mamas (20:39) Virgo Mamas (22:38) Libra Mamas (24:57) Scorpio Mamas (30:32) Sagittarius Mamas (32:39) Capricorn Mamas (34:17) Aquarius Mamas (38:20) Pisces Mamas (42:36) Trying To Go Back To Drinking Wine After Having A Baby (49:44) Geriatric Bonus Track (56:51)

On this Geriatric Coffee Convos episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss how they got through the two week wait after doing IVF embaby transfers, the latest instagram reel trend (but make it the ‘we’re old moms’ version), they weigh-in on the surrogacy gestational carrier who was asked to terminate a healthy pregnancy by intended parents story, and give an update on the status of their new year’s resolutions. For a complete list of resources mentioned on this episode please visit the show notes here!  Topics discussed in this episode: Welcome to Geriatric Coffee Convos (13:34) Anonymous Facebook Post About the IVF Two Week wait (14:56) ‘We’re Old Moms’ Instagram Reel (27:58) Intended Parents Demand Surrogate Terminate Healthy Pregnancy — But She Decided to Have the Baby Anyway (37:46) The Follow Through On NYE Resolutions (51:14)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica read a HOPEisode story submitted by Nichole, Alyssa and Jessica’s high school friend. Nichole recently turned forty and her miracle rainbow baby boy is due in March of 2024! Listen as the Geriatric Mamas share her struggle and journey to become a mama later in life and the words that came out of her OBGYN’s mouth. The Geriatric Mamas also weigh in on ‘older mom’ instagram posts by Blogger Victoria Bye and and Digital Creator Courtney Brennan! (Hashtag: ImNotOldAmI and DoOtherOlderMomsFeelThisWayOrIsItJustMe question mark. exclamation point.) For a full list of resources mentioned in this episode, please check the show notes here! Topics discussed in this episode: Nichole’s Story (10:21) From Moldy Eggs, to Speckled Marbles and Sexy Menopause (25:10) Send Us Your Story OR Crazy Things Your Doctor Has Said! (32:32) Instagram Post By Victoria Bye On Being A ‘Geriatric Mother’ (33:57) Instagram Post By Courtney Brennan On ‘Geriatric Pregnancy’ (39:02)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Molly Brubaker, the Founder of Baby Booty, as well as Alyssa Graham, the Baby Booty Studio Manager in Portland and Geriatric Mamas Marketing and Promotions Manager to discuss creating a business and community around your passion, being a mompreneur- the good, the bad, (the yogurt fingers). What Baby Booty is, who it’s for, and why we’re going to get off our booties and go, toddlers and all! For a full list of resources mentioned in this episode please visit the show notes here!   Topics discussed in this episode: Welcome Molly & Alyssa! (1:18) What Baby Booty Is (3:31) The Impact Of The Baby Booty Community & Real Life: What If You Can’t Get Your Toddler To Leave The House? (12:50) Body Image For New Moms (15:59) The day To Day As A Mompreneur. Spoiler: Molly Recorded This Episode In A Closet On A Sunday! (19:46) How Having The Business Has Impacted Molly’s Life And Parenting Journey (22:02) Imitation Is The Sincerest Form Of Flattery (29:15) How Alyssa’s Life Has Changed Since Her Physical Therapist Told Her She Was Teaching Classes At Baby Booty (34:07) Finding Time For Self-Care As A Mompreneur (37:12) Will Baby Booty Be Everywhere Someday?! (41:01) We Want A Baby Booty And The Code For A Free First Class (44:56)

On this ‘Geriatric New Year’s Special’ episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss how they rang in the new year, how 2023 went for them, personal goals for 2024 and goals for the Geriatric Mamas podcast for 2024 and they also share tips for how to stick to your New Year’s resolutions because it’s all about the follow through… We’re not good at that part, but maybe we’re turning a new leaf! For a full list of resources mentioned on this episode click here. Topics discussed in this episode: How We Rang In The New Year (12:31) What Our Year Was Like in 2023 (23:22) Our 2024 Goals (37:01) 2024 Geriatric Mamas Podcast Goals (52:21) How To Stay On Track And Not Be Quitters (57:08) Mel Robbins And The Five Second Rule (1:00:35)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Dr. Stephanie Thrower, a psychologist and mompreneur career coach to discuss ways to survive the ‘fifth trimester’. Dealing with the anxiety of going back to work, the worry of getting swallowed up by the workload, communicating what you need to your partners, coworkers, family and friends. The whole mental load of going back to work after having a baby and how to cope! For a full list of resources mentioned in this episode please visit the show notes here!   Topics discussed in this episode: Goodbye 2023, Hello 2024! (11:53) Dr. Stephanie Thrower (12:57) Welcome Stephanie! (15:00) Questions & Answers About Surviving the 5th Trimester (24:23) Where To Find Stephanie Online (01:31:12)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by donor conception, surrogacy and adoption expert guest Lisa Schuman. Lisa is a mom of three via adoption, licensed clinical social worker and therapist who is now a family-building expert, award-winning researcher, therapist, podcast host, and author of her new book called Building Your Family; The Complete Guide to Donor Conception. Lisa joins the Geriatric Mamas to share her expert advice on choosing a donor, how surrogacy has changed over the years, and much more on building your family. For a full list of resources mentioned in this episode please visit the Geriatric Mamas website here!   Topics discussed in this episode: Welcome Lisa! (2:49) How Lisa Got Started Working In The Field Of Infertility (4:37) Building Your Family Through Donor Conception (10:12) How Surrogacy Has Changed Over The Years & What To Expect In 2024 (16:20) Lisa’s Framework For How To Choose A Donor (22:30) Where to Find Lisa’s Books (32:39) Kerry Washington’s Donor Conception Story (33:17) Camille Guaty Donor Egg Conception Story (43:39)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica read a HOPEisode story submitted by our listener Megan. Megan welcomed her miracle baby girl in April of 2023, at the age of thirty seven. Listen as we share her infertility struggles and journey to geriatric mama-hood that led her to create her new newsletter called The Balance, which is filled with her thoughts on navigating the balance of family and career. The Geriatric Mamas also share Gordon & Tana Ramsay’s fertility journey, Sienna Miller’s pregnancy announcement and the meaning of ‘sexy menopause’. For a full list of resources mentioned on this episode visit the show notes here!   Topics discussed in this episode: Megan’s Story (13:22) The Ramsay’s Story (22:40) Sienna Miller Is Pregnant At 41 (34:07) What’s Sexy Menopause And What Are The Symptoms?! (39:59)

On this ‘Geriatric Coffee Convos turned Happy Hour’ episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss coping with infertility during the holidays, the story of Santa Claus for older children, an update on the tragic Tamika Thomas IVF Medication case, Potty training using the Oh Crap! Potty Training Book, instagram poll results on geriatric celebrity mamas being responsible for reminding us that we have biological clocks, why Paris Hilton decided to go the surrogacy route to have her babies and our thoughts on the viral TikTok video about Mom’s Christmas stockings being empty. For a complete list of resources mentioned on this episode as well as all links to the podcast visit the show notes here!   Topics discussed in this episode: The Story Of Santa Claus For Older Children AKA How To Or Not To Ruin Their Childhood (8:26) Coping With (In)fertility During The Holidays (17:25) An Update On The Tragic Tamika Thomas IVF Medication Swap (33:03) Instagram Poll Results On Celebrity Mamas Having Babies In Their Late 40s (40:29) Financing Options For The Cost Of Growing A Family (43:13) Oh Crap! Potty Training Book, Sonia & Mike Are In The Thick Of It (50:08) Why Paris Hilton Decided To Go The Surrogacy Route, Her Netflix Documentary, Changing Diapers, Etc. (59:01)