Mom Brain

Laura Benanti [https://www.instagram.com/laurabenanti/]really does everything in show biz. She's a television, film, and Tony Award-winning stage actress, not to mention a producer, singer, and author. You've seen her as Melania Trump on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Laura is currently in the TV Land series Younger and is in the new HBO Max show Gossip Girl. Her documentary Homeschool Musical: Class of 2020 is streaming now on HBO Max. Also her new album,Laura Benanti [https://amzn.to/3hcbT33]is out now and so is her book,M is for MAMA [https://amzn.to/3nHrw5b](and also Merlot): A Modern Mom's ABCs. Laura lives in New Jersey with her husband and daughter. In this episodeLaura [http://laurabenanti.com/]opens up toHilaria [https://www.instagram.com/hilariabaldwin/]andDaphne [https://www.instagram.com/daphneoz/]about her daughter's recent diagnosis with sensory processing issues and how like many mothers, Laura blamed herself for not being able to comfort her daughter. This then eventually led Laura to postpartum depression and anxiety. She also discusses how social media can make mothers feel inadequate and how her daughter might just be a grownup in a baby's body. Favorite Things: Daphne:RISE Brewing Co. Black Nitro Cold Brew Coffee [https://amzn.to/38pUf89] Hilaria:Silk Almond Milk Yogurt [https://silk.com/plant-based-products/dairy-free-yogurt-alternative/almondmilk/] Laura:Ilia beauty products [https://iliabeauty.com/]andWeleda Skin Food [https://www.weleda.com/body-care-moisturizers] Email us with your questions atmombrainpod@gmail.com [mombrainpod@gmail.com]and follow us on Instagram, just search for@MomBrain [https://www.instagram.com/mombrain/]. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on ourYouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLInA9KBJYMJy3Z3k0RF2Xo9TW-ybdLRzB]! We also invite you to become a member ofMom Brain's official Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/mombrainpodcast].

Dr. Kate Biberdorf [https://www.instagram.com/katethechemist/]wants your kids to be passionate about science. She's an associate Chemistry professor at the University of Texas where during the day she teaches students but by night she is blowing things up as 'Kate the Chemist [https://www.katethechemist.com/]'. She is the author of the children's fiction seriesKate the Chemist [https://amzn.to/2WollXv]and her new book isKate the Chemist: The Big Book of Experiments. [https://amzn.to/3gXU2wx]Kate has appeared on The Today Show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, the Rachael Ray Show, Late Night with Stephen Colbert and much more. Kate getsHilaria [https://www.instagram.com/hilariabaldwin/]andDaphne [https://www.instagram.com/daphneoz/]enthusiastic about doing experiments with their kids. She explains the science behind Mentos and Diet Coke, elephant toothpaste, and breathing fire. All things she does to get kids excited about science and chemistry. She also discusses how to inspire girls specifically to pursue science and the importance to foster their pursuits in these subjects. Plus, Kate also previews her upcoming book of edible experiments. Favorite Things: Daphne:Yeti Customizable Rambler Jr. 12 oz. Kids Bottle [https://www.yeti.com/en_US/drinkware/rambler-jr-12-oz-bottle/21071500019.html#start=1] Hilaria:Disco Lights Bluetooth Speaker [https://amzn.to/38bV1pd] Kate:Calcium chloride [https://amzn.to/38azRYl]andsodium alginate [https://amzn.to/3ajzDAV]to makegummy worms [https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=10157195313714338]at home Email us with your questions atmombrainpod@gmail.com [mombrainpod@gmail.com]and follow us on Instagram, just search for@MomBrain [https://www.instagram.com/mombrain/]. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on ourYouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLInA9KBJYMJy3Z3k0RF2Xo9TW-ybdLRzB]! We also invite you to become a member ofMom Brain's official Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/mombrainpodcast]. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Gymnastics champion,Shawn Johnson [https://www.instagram.com/shawnjohnson/]is the consummate winner. By the age of 16 she won 4 Olympic Medals (1 Gold, 3 Silver) in Beijing. She's abestselling author [https://amzn.to/2K4atew]and winner of ABC's Dancing with the Stars in 2009. As if that wasn't enough she's an entrepreneur who startedTeddy & Bear [https://teddyandbear.com/], a line of socks for kids. Shawn also hosts the podcastCouple Things [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/couple-things-with-shawn-and-andrew/id1485740243]with her husband, NFL-Pro Andrew East. Their daughter Drew Hazel was born in October of 2009. Shawn covers a lot withHilaria [https://www.instagram.com/hilariabaldwin/]andDaphne [https://www.instagram.com/daphneoz/]. In the episode, Shawn credits her parents and her coach for giving her freedom and allowing her to have a childhood, while competing as a pro gymnast. You will hear about why discussing her miscarriage publicly helped her heal. She discusses what it was like when her husband had COVID and why she almost quit Dancing with the Stars. Favorite Things: Daphne:Loum Beauty's Balance & Prime Gel Moisturizer [https://loumbeauty.com/products/gel-moisturizer-primer-balance-unclog-pores-triserene] Hilaria:Physique 57 [https://physique57.com/]sign up with promo code "HILARIABALDWIN" Shawn:Zara Baby Headbands [https://www.zara.com/us/en/kids-babygirl-accesories-hair-l4074.html?v1=1539774] Email us with your questions atmombrainpod@gmail.com [mombrainpod@gmail.com]and follow us on Instagram, just search for@MomBrain [https://www.instagram.com/mombrain/]. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on ourYouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLInA9KBJYMJy3Z3k0RF2Xo9TW-ybdLRzB]! We also invite you to become a member ofMom Brain's official Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/mombrainpodcast]. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

There's so much happening regarding COVID right now, so we figured we should check in with an expert and try to get facts on how to be smart and stay safe these days.Dr. Anne Rimoin [https://www.ph.ucla.edu/epi/faculty/rimoin/rimoin.html]is a leading epidemiologist and expert in pandemics, having worked in public health on ebola virus for years. She’s a Professor of Epidemiology at theUCLA Fielding School of Public Health [https://ph.ucla.edu/]andInfectious Disease Division of the Geffen School of Medicine [https://www.uclahealth.org/infectious-diseases/]. Anne is the Director of theCenter for Global and Immigrant Health [https://ph.ucla.edu/research/centers/center-global-and-immigrant-health]and is an expert on emerging infections, global health, surveillance systems, and vaccination. She's also currently leading several studies of COVID-19. Anne [https://www.instagram.com/annierimoin/] talked all things COVID. She toldHilaria [https://www.instagram.com/hilariabaldwin/]andDaphne [https://www.instagram.com/daphneoz/]about when she thinks the vaccine will roll out, how/why masks work, and that they do help, and she gives context by discussing history. Anne gives us lots to think about, and was honest and open about the scientific community not doing a great job at communicating with the public, and that any and every question from the public is valid and should be answered. Plus a very welcomed dose of optimism, that we WILL get through this. Favorite Things: Daphne:Caraway Home cooking products [https://www.carawayhome.com/] Hilaria:Pure Enrichment products [https://pureenrichment.com/] Anne:Face Shields [https://amzn.to/2JsZ0W8] Email us with your questions atmombrainpod@gmail.com [mombrainpod@gmail.com]and follow us on Instagram, just search for@MomBrain [https://www.instagram.com/mombrain/]. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on ourYouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLInA9KBJYMJy3Z3k0RF2Xo9TW-ybdLRzB]! We also invite you to become a member ofMom Brain's official Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/mombrainpodcast]. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Michelle Waterson [https://www.instagram.com/karatehottiemma/]must always win career day at her daughter's school. She is an MMA fighter and the former Invicta FC Atomweight Champ who was ranked the #1 women's Atomweight fighter in the world between 2013–2014. Currently she is #7 in the UFC women's Straw-weight rankings. Michelle is married and welcomed her daughter Araya in 2011. Hilaria [https://www.instagram.com/hilariabaldwin/]andDaphne [https://www.instagram.com/daphneoz/]have all kinds of questions for Michelle. Want to know what it's like to breastfeed your daughter minutes before an MMA bout? Michelle dishes about all of it in this conversation about athletics, combat sports, motherhood, and what happens when your daughter watches you lose a fight. Most importantly, Michelle talks about being a role model for her daughter and showing her how she goes above and beyond to achieve her dreams and follow her passions. Favorite Things: Daphne:Wouf Black Leopard Laptop Sleeve [https://wouf.com/product/black-leopard-laptop-sleeve-13/] Hilaria:Blue Light Blocking Anti Blue Ray Computer Glasses [https://amzn.to/36qz2Lj] for adults,Kids Blue Light Blocking Glasses [https://amzn.to/2VjjXoG], andNight Vision Driving Glasses [https://amzn.to/39spYrr] Michelle:Vitamix Blender [https://amzn.to/3qeGbGt]and herKia Telluride [https://www.kia.com/us/en/telluride] Email us with your questions atmombrainpod@gmail.com [mombrainpod@gmail.com]and follow us on Instagram, just search for@MomBrain [https://www.instagram.com/mombrain/]. We answer a lot of your questions on there! Check out videos of our episodes on ourYouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLInA9KBJYMJy3Z3k0RF2Xo9TW-ybdLRzB]! We also invite you to become a member ofMom Brain's official Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/mombrainpodcast]. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].