In celebration of Black History Month, I'll be replaying episode #19 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, "5 sports films that deal with racial injustice among African-Americans." I wanted to share some inspirational family-friendly films that address racism and injustice against African-American people. A lot of parents are looking for films they can watch with their kids during these tenuous … [Read more...]
Ep. 34: Joy Altimare Tackles the Challenges of Being a High-Powered Working Mom During COVID Plus Shares Tips on How to Make it Work
On podcast episode 34 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I speak with Joy Altimare, Chief Marketing Officer of EHE Health, the industry leader in health and prevention. With over 16 years of experience in the marketing field, Joy has become an expert adviser to organizations looking to tackle growth, innovation, and technology challenges. Today we talk about how Joy tackless the challenges of … [Read more...]
Ep. 33: Tinseltown Mom Tips – Benefits of Speaking Affirming Words to Our Kids, Plus 25 Affirming Phrases to Say Now
On episode #33 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will hopefully help you navigate your parenting life a little easier. I’m going to talk about the benefits of regularly speaking words of affirmation to your children, and then I’ll share 25 affirming messages that we can consistently say to them, starting today. Our words have power, the power of life … [Read more...]
*Replay Episode* Loving a Spouse with Mental Illness – Lisa Canning Shares Her Journey
According to Psychiatric Times, the prevalence of anxiety and depression symptoms in 2020 were substantially higher than reported in 2019, and people with preexisting (clinically diagnosed) psychiatric disorders reported an even higher prevalence of symptoms, compared with those without an established diagnosis. In an effort to offer hope to those trying to support a loved one with mental … [Read more...]
Ep. 32: Jenny Tesler Discusses Daughter’s Battle with Rare Disorder, Rett Syndrome, Plus Talks About Documentary ‘Magnolia’s Hope’ Which Chronicles Their Family’s Journey
When three-year-old Magnolia Tesler was diagnosed with a rare disease, her parents didn’t know what to do. In the documentary, Magnolia's Hope, the story follows the Tesler family as they spring into action in an effort to cure their daughter from a rare, debilitating disorder. An ordinary and healthy baby, she was crawling, talking, and hitting all her milestones. But around the age of two, she … [Read more...]
Ep. 31: Tinseltown Mom Tips – 4 Ways Moms Can Monetize Their Passions
On this episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will prayerfully help you navigate your life a little easier. I’m going to share 4 ways moms can monetize their passions. Moms have dreams that, in many cases, go unfulfilled, and research suggests that pursuing those passions is good for your overall health. Stumped on how to make money from your … [Read more...]
Ep. 30: Found in a Cardboard Box as a Baby, Shari Leid Gives Tips to Families Struggling in Their Adoption Journey, Plus Shares Advice to Those Looking to Adopt
November is National Adoption Month and our special guest on Time Out with Tinseltown Mom is lawyer-turned-life coach Shari Leid, who was found in a cardboard box in a South Korean parking lot as a baby. Thirty years later, Shari adopted a daughter from China who was found in similar circumstances. On this episode, we’re going to talk about Shari’s adoption story, plus she’s going to offer … [Read more...]
Ep. 29: Tinseltown Mom Tips – 5 Ways Pinterest Can Add More Value to Your Life
On this episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will prayerfully help you navigate your life a little easier. I’m going to share 5 ways the social media giant Pinterest can add more value to your life. For those unfamiliar with this platform, it’s an online, photo-sharing site, where you can collect all the things that you love, whether it’s your … [Read more...]
Ep. 28: Rebecca Bender Talks Sex Trafficking Journey, Plus Gives Tips to Parents to Help Kids Avoid This Destructive Path
On episode #28 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’m speaking with author, speaker, and consultant Rebecca Bender, a human trafficking survivor, wife, and mother of four daughters. She’s also the CEO & Founder, of the non-profit Rebecca Bender Initiative, where their trainings on this underground world equip law enforcement, first responders, and faith communities all across America. In her … [Read more...]
Ep. 27: Tinseltown Mom Tips – 5 Ways Teens Can Make Money Online
On this episode, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will prayerfully help you navigate your life, and your teen's life, a little easier. Today I’m going to talk about 5 ways teens can make money online. These ideas are not just for the business-minded teens but those just wanting to take up a hobby or develop or improve upon a passion. Take in mind, when teens take the steps to make … [Read more...]
Ep. 26: Protecting Kids from the Negative Effects of Media and Pop Culture – Dr. Deborah Gilboa Offers Advice
On today's episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I'm speaking with Deborah Gilboa, MD, aka “Dr. G.” youth development and resilience expert & family physician. She is a leading media personality seen regularly on TODAY, Good Morning America, and The Doctors. She's also featured frequently in the Washington Post, The New York Times, Huffington Post, and countless other digital and print … [Read more...]
Ep. 25: Tinseltown Mom Tips – 5 Ways to Keep Middle Schoolers Organized During Distance Learning
On this episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will prayerfully help you navigate your parenting life a little easier. Today I’m going to talk about 5 ways middle school kids can stay organized during distance learning. When students start middle school, they normally go from having one teacher to a teacher for every subject. It’s important that as … [Read more...]
Ep. 24: Author and Speaker Kari Kampakis Gives Advice on Connecting with Teen Daughters
On podcast episode #24 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, Kari Kampakis, speaker, columnist, and author of the new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter, shares ways moms can have healthier relationships with their teen daughters, plus gives strategies to help them through their pivotal years, and this challenging season. For more on Kari Kampakis … [Read more...]
Ep. 23: Tinseltown Mom Tips – 5 Ways to Be More Patient with Your Kids
On this episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will prayerfully help you navigate your parenting life a little easier. I’m going to talk about 5 ways to have more patience with your kids. One dictionary version of the word patience describes it as “the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset.” Most … [Read more...]
Ep. 22: Increased Mental Illness in Kids During the Pandemic – Dr. Sanam Hafeez Shares Insight
On today’s episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be speaking with Dr. Sanam Hafeez, a licensed psychologist who’s on the faculty at Columbia University’s Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology. She’s also a sought after television, media, and print personality, often appearing on the Dr. Oz Show, CNN, CBS, NBC, FOX, and WPIX, as well as contributing to well-regarded newspapers, journals, and … [Read more...]