MomCast

Moms, it’s so fun to meet a celebrity and find she’s as warm and relatable as we’d hoped. We know you’ll think so too!In today’s episode, we sit down with the incredible Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt. A New York Times bestselling author, Katherine gave birth to her third baby and children’s book, “Kat and Brandy,” all in the same year. Katherine shares her inspiration for this heartwarming story, plus she opens us about the joys and challenges of motherhood in such a vulnerable way. She also shares a glimpse into her marriage to Chris Pratt and some gems of wisdom that will stay with you long after you listen:- her focus on spending quality time with each of her kids in light of this busy season of life- her “family first” philosophy and her mission to recreate the incredible childhood she enjoyed- why communication is the key to success in her marriage (and why a program called Imago has been a gamechanger!)- how transcendental meditation (TM) changed her mental health during the stress of parenting- how she approached becoming a step parent and the village that helps her succeed in the roleYou can learn more about Katherine and her books on her website, and don’t forget to check out her podcast “BDA Baby” and follow her on IG @katherineschwarzeneggerFind us at www.thelocalmomsnetwork.comIG: @thelocalmomsnetworkEmail: [email protected] facilities provided by Stamford Studios Digital Factory.

Moms, there’s no topic more popular amongst parents than sports! From the hectic schedules, to expensive equipment, and demanding travel, we pour a LOT into our kids’ athletics.Why?Well, we love watching our kids compete.But we’re also investing in our relationship with our kids and the future adults they will become.That’s why Jonathan Carone founded Healthy Sports Parents-a platform that’s amassed a cult following on his belief that youth sports are not about winning.Jonathan is a coach and father of two kids, based in North Carolina, who says sports are about building wiser, strong adults. In our conversation, he urges us to:* normalize failure; you win or you learn* stop feeling triggered by your kid’s performance* decipher whether a child really wants to quit a sport, or just needs a break* respectfully disagree with a coach rather than criticize* learn exactly what to say to your child on the car ride home from a gameJonathan will definitely have you thinking differently about your child’s next practice or game.You can find him on IG at @healthysportsparents, at his website healthysportsparents.com and the Healthy Sports Parents podcast.Find us at www.thelocalmomsnetwork.comIG: @thelocalmomsnetworkEmail: [email protected] facilities provided by Stamford Studios Digital Factory.

Moms, feeding our kids can feel like a full-time job and just when we think we’ve got it figured out, the rules change.With the government rolling out an updated food pyramid, it’s no wonder we’re curious about what actually matters. We’ve got you! Registered dietitian Stefani Sassos joins us for the key takeaways on the latest guidelines and all the food hacks to keep mealtime manageable.A mom of two and Nutrition & Fitness Director at “Good Housekeeping,” Stefani’s motto is “don’t let perfect be the enemy of good.” We’ll take it!In this episode, we cover:*what the new food pyramid gets right—and where protein (and red meat) really fit*exactly how to read labels, including how much added sugar is too much*why fiber is the unsung hero for digestion, cancer prevention, and long-term health*why frozen veggies are a mealtime MVP for both nutrition and your wallet*how to stay away from clever marketing and stick with whole foods when snackingMake sure to follow Stefani for more @stefanisassos and @goodhousekeepingFind us at www.thelocalmomsnetwork.comIG: @thelocalmomsnetworkEmail: [email protected] facilities provided by the Digital Factory of NBCUniversal at Stamford Studios.