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The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks
Welcome to The Mom Force Podcast! We know that parenting is the hardest job in the world, and we've got you covered! Vanessa Quigley, mother of 7 and co-founder of the Internet's favorite photo book company Chatbooks, hosts this refreshing take on all things mom as she chats with parenting experts to answer some of our toughest parenting questions. And check out our Facebook group — the #momforce by Chatbooks — to see the power of women supporting women. That's the MomForce!
Episodes
- The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks
MomForce Mini: New Years Resolutions with Shelly
Do you make New Years Resolutions only for find yourself half way through January and you've already failed! You are NOT alone! In today's MomForce Mini…
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Relentlessly Editing Your Life with Romi Neustadt
Is your never-ending to-do list sucking the joy out of your life? Pop culture has taught us that we can and should be doing it all. These unrealistic…
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The Power of Showing Up with Dr. Tina Bryson
Being present and showing up is important in every relationship, especially when it comes to raising our children. The best predictor of how a child turns out…
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Growing a Business and a Family with Rifle Paper Co's Anna Bond
Vanessa has always been a huge fan of Rifle Paper Co., and so when Chatbooks teamed up with the brand, it was truly a dream come true! In this episode, Vanessa…
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MomForce Mini: Santa, I Believe!
Do your kids believe in Santa Claus? If so, at what age should you tell them the truth? Should we feel guilty about "lying" to our children? Vanessa shares her…
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Choosing One Word for 2020 with Shawni Pothier
Vanessa sits down with Shawni Pothier to discuss choosing one word to focus on for the year. Mindful. Guided. Discipline. Focus. Enjoy. Choose. Be Still. A…
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Red Alert: Mom is Going Out of Town!
Sometimes you are a better mom after some time away to reset whether that is a weekend alone or a quick trip with girlfriends. Vanessa is joined by her sister…
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Creating a Culture of Service in Your Family with Kristin Andrus
There is one word that all parents want to avoid when it comes to their kids, and that is entitled. We all want to create opportunities for our families to…
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MomForce Mini: Early Holiday Decorating with Erika
There are two sides of the aisle - decorating for Christmas before Thanksgiving or NOT! On this MomForce Mini, Erika talks about why she decks the halls soon…
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Gifting Tips to WOW Everyone on Your List
While our moms may have been great about buying Christmas gifts year round and filling stockings months in advance, we aren't all cut out for that sort of…
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Holiday Traditions that Spark Joy!
Traditions show children that their family circle is a living link to a chain of generations. Research shows that much like displaying printed photos…
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MomForce Mini: Garbage Cans or Can't with Vanessa
The first of a new series! Vanessa and her sisters are going to take turns giving their own "unpopular" opinion on a trending topic/debate/question. We love…
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Traveling with Kids with Jessica Gee of The Bucket List Family
Are you frazzled at the mere thought of traveling with your children? Jessica Gee, mother of 3 from The Bucket List Family, has chosen to embrace it and has…
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Mind Your Manners
Not everyone is fortunate enough to have a great relationship with their Mother-in-Law, but Vanessa says she hit the jackpot! In today's episode of The…
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Good Moms Have Bad Days
Moms everywhere are overwhelmed: driven to tears, hyperventilating, rage cleaning, or perhaps hopping in the car and driving away. Caring for an entire family…
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Nothing Good Ever Happens After Midnight
The oldest child in the family is often the guinea pig, but by the time it comes to establishing a curfew for the younger kids, parents are worn down and the…
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How to Help a Grieving Friend with Keenan Sanders
There are varying degrees of grief, but it is always complicated. Time heals, but grief never fully goes away. Rather it evolves and manifests itself…
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Night Time Routines that WORK!
It's recommended that 4th graders get 10-12 hours of sleep per night. But kid's activities are often built around adult schedules! A nighttime routine is…
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Parenting in a Digital World with Anna MacFarlane of @kidsaretheworst
Screentime. Devices. Social Media. Oh my! Our MomForce Facebook group is full of questions about raising children in a digital age. How old should your kid be…
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Strengthening Families through the Printed Photo Dr. Trisha Weeks
Motherhood and childhood go quickly. Looking at a photo and taking a moment to reminisce with loved ones is an antidote to the daily pushes and pulls of life…
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Good Mornings for YOU!
"There are no hacks. These kids don't listen. This is your life now. God Speed…" Ok… it isn't that bad, but it sure does feel that way some days with kids are…
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Make Up, Shaving and Teen Acne, Oh My!
Kids grow up. It's a fact of life. One day we're all gonna have teenagers and with that comes with certain rites of passage like make up, shaving, and pimples…
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To Schedule or Not to Schedule Kids' Activities
On this episode of the MomForce Podcast, Vanessa and her sister, Shelly, talk about creating a schedule that will work for any family. Limiting the number and…
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Celebrating the Strong Willed Child with Jenna Rammell of @jennaskitchen
Vanessa sits down with her dear friend, and very down-to-earth real mom, Jenna Rammell. Together they discuss back-to-school time, vulnerability, and…
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Have 26,479 Pics in Your Camera Roll…Now What?!
Every now a special moment reminds us why our photos are so important (a preschooler shedding tears over treasured pictures of his class, for instance), but…
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Take a Picture, It Will Last Longer
Long gone are the days of being bound by 24 exposure rolls of film (36 if you splurged). We aren't lugging around giant SLRs as often anymore, and there simple…
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Kids Parties Without the Pressure
Parties are a fun chance to explore your creative, crafty side. But they can also bring the pressure to create a once-in-a-lifetime experience that doesn't…
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Keeping the Kids Clean(ish) - Shower, Rinse, Brush, Repeat
For a lot of us, summer is already wrapping up and the days of counting the pool as a bath are coming to an end. Getting kids to practice good hygiene can be a…
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Picky Eaters . . . Mom is NOT a Short Order Cook!
It never fails. You prepare a home-cooked meal and your "starving" child is suddenly too full to eat. Every parent has faced obstacles when it comes to feeding…
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Why We NEED Mom Friends
Growing up with sisters meant a lot of fights. But it also meant you had a tight knit group of built in best friends. While not everyone grows up in such a big…
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Mom-hacks for your Smartphone
As moms, wives, and working women there is a certain expectation that we're always reachable. Having a phone is not only important, it's almost required! But…
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Allowance and Teaching Your Kids the Values of a Dollar
With 11 siblings and 7 children of her own, it's safe to say Vanessa has experimented with a range of possibilities when it comes to allowance. Whether it's…
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When Your Chore Chart Bombs
Let's face it, your house isn't going to clean itself. As families grow, so do their messes. If you want to keep your home from looking like a tornado struck…
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Meal planning… or not!
There's something about summer that seems to make kids hungrier. And with kids home all day, there's an added challenge when it comes to meal planning…
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Camping with Kids
Our MomForce has spoken and one thing on many summer bucket lists is camping! Whether your idea of camping involves a tent or a hotel room full of kids, family…
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Who Are We and Why Another Mom Podcast
If you just discovered our podcast, you might be asking yourself, "Who are these people, and why another mom podcast?" Well, let us tell you! In this episode…
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All Things Babysitters - Part II
Babysitters are the lifeline of a Mother's sanity. In the first part of this two-part episode, we discuss the many roles a babysitter can fill. Vanessa, and…
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All Things Babysitters - Part I
There's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to babysitters. Whether you're looking for a mini-camp director or are simply in need of a warm body that can dial…
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Join the MomForce! by Chatbooks
Are you looking for real-life, tried and true, tips and tricks to help with all the nitty-gritty stuff of mom life? Well, this podcast is for you! Join host…