Parenting in Uniform
A podcast for parents who balance the unique challenges of raising children while also serving our nation in uniform. We share our experiences as parents. We discuss everything from the latest regulations for pregnancy, breastfeeding, and the postpartum period, to topics such as health and wellness to military family services. Also a great resource for senior military leaders, spouses, and family members.
Episodes
61 episodes
The Key to an Amazing Life with Julie Ryan
Julie Ryan is a businesswoman, an inventor, author, podcaster, and a serial entrepreneur. Her surgical device inventions are sold globally and she has founded nine companies in five different industries. Julie’s 'Angel Messages®' books are pict...
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Episode 61
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46:58
Remembering My Fallen Friends
I had the honor of speaking at the Governor’s Mansion for the Garden Club of Columbia’s Memorial Day observance. Here’s my message in honor of 1LT Laura Walker, and Sergeants Robert Davis, Daniel Brewer,Chad Carletti, Cal Foster, and Leslie...
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Episode 60
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8:28
Taming the High Cost of College with Brad Baldridge.
Brad Baldridge is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™, College Funding Consultant, and chief podcaster at Taming the High Cost of College. You can verify his background and ex...
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Episode 59
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43:55
Equity VS Equality: A Lesson from Hispanic Heritage Month
Check out the Parenting in Uniform Facebook pageFollow on Twitter: @MomInUniformEmail: ParentingInUniform@gmail.com Editing, voiceov...
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Episode 58
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10:20
Ms Veteran America: Combating Women Veteran Homelessness
Dominique, US Army Captain and Attorney, and Juanita Sepulveda, USMC veteran and entrepreneur, share their own personal experiences on preparing to take part in the
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Episode 57
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54:52
Raising Empowered Children with Christie Lazo
Christie Lado, of the Vida with Christie podcast and blog, provides a passionate discussion about raising empowered children and breaking intergenerational cycles. As a Peruvian-Canadian, she dives into raising kids while living in different cu...
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Episode 56
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35:17
Urban Warfare Expert Discusses Ukraine & Deploying as a Parent w/COL John Spencer
John Spencer is an award-winning scholar, professor, author, combat veteran, and internationally recognized expert and advisor on urban warfare and other military related topics. Considered the world...
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Episode 55
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53:45
Feed Your Family Tonight: Meal Planning w/Marie Fiebach
Marie Fiebach of Feed Your Family Tonight, helps busy families plan and execute weeknight dinners, even when life is crazy. She shares some great tips on how to prepare meals despite being short on time or patience. Follow Marie for mor...
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Episode 54
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31:20
Birth to Retirement TRICARE Explained & New Doula Coverage w/John Letaw
As service members we’re fortunate to have great healthcare coverage, TRICARE, but it can be complicated to understand. John Letaw learned to unravel TRICARE living as a retiree overseas and wrote a book,
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Episode 53
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44:36
National Defense Authorization Act Improvements for Military Families with LTC Kelly Bell
U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Kelly Bell is a powerful advocate for military women, in particular for pregnant and postpartum mothers in uniform. We discuss the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) signed into law by President Biden on Dece...
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Episode 52
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33:28
Today's Marijuana is Not Your High School Pot w/Laura Stack
Laura Stack of Johnny's Ambassadors, talks to us about the dangers of today's marijuana. Johnny’s Ambassadors mission is to educate parents an...
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Episode 51
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30:43
Military Legal Talk with Dominique
Dominique, an Army attorney, or judge advocate, discusses all things legal. From how to seek free legal assistance and advice to the various roles and responsibilities of a judge advocate. CORRECTION: TDS assist with Article 15s, not le...
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Episode 50
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26:06
Poppin’ Smoke: Fun Military Travel with Stephanie
From free Space-A flights around the world to retiring overseas, Stephanie walks us through the many perks and opportunities military and retired military have to see the world. She tells us how to take our families along on adventures you may ...
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Episode 49
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33:23
Women’s Equality in the Military
Athena Thriving II: A Unit Guide to Leading Pregnant and Postpartum SoldiersCheck out the
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Episode 48
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14:34
Breastsleeping, Co-Sleeping & Bedsharing with Badass Breastfeeder Abby Theuring
Abby Theuring is The Badass Breastfeeder blogger and a host of the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast. She helps bust myths so that moms can reach their breastfeeding goals without all the of the confusion. We discuss safe bedsharing practices, and s...
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Episode 47
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36:51
Using the Open Door Policy with CSM Natasha Santiago
Command Sergeant Major Natasha Santiago walks us through how and when to use the open door policy. By regulation, every unit commander has an open door policy to allow subordinates an opportunity to speak directly with their commander.&nb...
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Episode 46
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32:42
National Guard Mom Life with 1LT Silver Beaty
1LT Silver Beaty, mother of 3 in the Montana Army National Guard, speaks about her experiences from single motherhood to dual military, her work with the Army Mom Life Facebook page, deployments, and her efforts to stand up the Women’s Inclusio...
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Episode 45
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34:05
Secondary Caregivers (i.e. New Dads) to Receive 6-Weeks Leave with Lt Col Jessica Ruttenber
Lt Col Jessica Ruttenber discusses parental equality and the need for the military to catch up with the private sector when it comes to allowing parents, both parents, more time at home to bond after birth, adoption, or foster placement. ...
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Episode 44
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18:51
No Space for a Lactation Room? Mamava has the Solution
Is your unit failing to provide a lactation space? Are you afraid to ask because you don't think there's room? Bring your chain of command the solution! Mamava is the creator of freestanding lactation pods. ...
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Episode 43
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25:12
Gamified Freelance Corporal with Brandon Childers
Former Marine, Brandon Childers, uses principles of psychology to provide understandable resource-management education and improve financial literacy. Check out his app that uses a cognitive-beha...
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Episode 42
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32:26
Supporting Spouse’s Career & Education with Dr. Jazz
Dr. Jasmine Sandoval, aka Dr. Jazz, enlisted in the Army and was married by the age of 19. She now has two teenagers and earned a doctorate degree. She discusses balancing getting out of the military, raising kids, completing her educatio...
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Episode 41
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34:59
Explore Kid Talk: Resources for Busy Parents with Rachel Kurian
Rachael is a General and Special Education teacher who specializes in toddlers through early childhood. She’s also a mom to two boys. Explore Kid Talk is a parent’s resource for children. This inclu...
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Episode 40
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17:22
Getting Rich in the Military with SGT Austin Clark
SGT Austin Clark has figured out how to maximize his wealth with well planned investments and property purchases. He may be a young E5 but his strategy is wise, doable, and successful. Follow his Y...
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Episode 39
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35:35
ACFT Training with Strength Coach Kim Armstrong
Kim Armstrong helps people improve their strength & conditioning to reach their lifestyle and career goals. We discuss ways to train everyday with minimal equipment and while doing the activities you enjoy.Whether you are a Sol...
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Episode 38
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27:42
Pumping on Duty: Guidance for New Moms & Senior Military Leaders with SFC Boston
SFC Myesha Boston is a breastfeeding mother who has pumped for two children while on active duty and also routinely donates breast milk. She provides guidance for how to set up a unit lactation room, tips on maximizing milk output by adjusting ...
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Episode 37
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48:08