HOPEisode: Carli’s Story!
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HOPEisode: Carli’s Story!

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica read an inspiring HOPEisode fertility journey written for Women’s Health Magazine by pro soccer player, Carli Lloyd who helped the United States Women’s National Team win two World Cups in 2015 and 2019, and two Olympic gold medals in 2008 and 2012. In recent years, she's been on a secret journey involving unexplained infertility and multiple rounds of IVF treatments. Listen as the Mamas share her incredible journey to geriatric mama-hood, also ways to numb the progesterone shot pain and why Mike might be receiving some scratchy wool boxers this month!

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Kris Jenner Wants to Be Pregnant & The Oldest Women Ever to Conceive Naturally!
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Kris Jenner Wants to Be Pregnant & The Oldest Women Ever to Conceive Naturally!

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica weigh in on Kris Jenner’s recent revelation that she would ‘love to get pregnant again’, why the topic came up for her, plus Khloe’s reaction to the thought of her mom having another baby.  The Mamas share the names, ages and stories of some of the oldest women in the world who were able to conceive naturally!

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HOPEisode: Denise’s Story!
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HOPEisode: Denise’s Story!

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica read an inspiring HOPEisode fertility story submitted by Geriatric Mamas listener, Denise, who welcomed her miracle baby girl at the age of fifty three. The Mamas also share a beautiful story submitted by a listener who is still on her journey to mama-hood. Listen as they discuss the impact of sharing your story with other women despite the silence and stigma around fertility, miscarriage and being ‘advanced maternal aged’. You never know who you’ll meet, and what you’ll learn along the way. Also, their tarot card reading experience was something to talk about! Tune-in wherever you listen to podcasts!

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Geriatric Happy Hour: Why Stassi Schroeder Definitely Needs A Third Baby!
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Geriatric Happy Hour: Why Stassi Schroeder Definitely Needs A Third Baby!

On this Geriatric Happy Hour episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss the Marathon Mom being accused of ‘ignoring her children’ as she made her way to the finish line, a pregnant mom’s unique search for baby names, and the heavier load of motherhood during the summer months. The Mamas end by asking listeners to send in their tips for a thriving Summer with children and any experiences with tarot card readings; so send your thoughts to hello@geriatricmamas.com! This episode is not sponsored by Chipotle but if Pat’s Pizza would like to endorse, the Mamas are all in!

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HOPEisode: Jennifer’s Story!
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HOPEisode: Jennifer’s Story!

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica read an inspiring HOPEisode story submitted by Geriatric Mamas listener, Jennifer. They discuss the impact of advocating for yourself throughout your fertility journey, why so many women have accidental pregnancies in their forties, and they share Trudy Perrow’s heart wrenching journey to ‘geriatric mamahood’.

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Forty & Fertile AF!
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Forty & Fertile AF!

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss some of the latest fertility and longevity information; also, Sportscaster Erin Andrews is teaming up with Enfamil to announce a $50,000 commitment to Baby Quest, the Patients of shuttered fertility clinic are shocked to learn the man who treated them was not a licensed medical doctor; and giving birth at an ‘advanced maternal age’ may have a huge perk… Listen as they weigh in!

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HOPEisode: A Rewind to Megan’s Story!
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HOPEisode: A Rewind to Megan’s Story!

On this rewind episode, Sonia and Jessica read a HOPEisode story submitted by listener, Megan. Megan welcomed her miracle baby girl in April of 2023, at the age of thirty seven. Listen as they share her infertility struggles and journey to geriatric mama-hood, which led her to create her newsletter called The Balance, filled with her thoughts on navigating the balance of family and career. The Geriatric Mamas also share Gordon & Tana Ramsay’s fertility journey, Sienna Miller’s pregnancy announcement and the meaning of ‘sexy menopause’.

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Geriatric Coffee Convos: Happy Mother’s Day; But First, Silver Alert: Lost ‘Grannies’ In the House of Representatives!
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Geriatric Coffee Convos: Happy Mother’s Day; But First, Silver Alert: Lost ‘Grannies’ In the House of Representatives!

On this Geriatric Coffee Convos, Sonia and Jessica discuss the fact that Mother’s Day started on May 1st this year. They weigh-in on a couple of ‘boomer grandmas from the House of Representatives’ who are trying to ruin things for lactation consultants in Connecticut; they share Amber Cimiotti’s refreshing take on the way we speak to children, plus additional ‘hot mom summer’ tips, (incase losing excess body fat is your primary self-care goal before it’s officially swimsuit season). 

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We Declare: It’s Going to Be A ‘Hot Mom Summer’; w/o The Ozempic A$s! (…We Think)
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We Declare: It’s Going to Be A ‘Hot Mom Summer’; w/o The Ozempic A$s! (…We Think)

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss seven tips for feeling like your best self this Summer, aka having a ‘hot mom Summer’! Sonia shares her experience with postpartum swelling and the the importance of lymph node drainage for new moms, particularly those who have had a C-section. They weigh-in on diet and exercise tips for women in their late thirties and early forties from Sonia’s Massage Therapist, adopting alternative eating styles from a couple of ‘blue zone’ countries, preloading as described in Dr. McDougall’s Maximum Weight Loss Program; and if none of that works…. there’s always fasting or Ozempic… (Totally kidding!)

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Geriatric Happy Hour: Dear Facebook Friends, Am I In ‘Sexy Menopause’?!
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Geriatric Happy Hour: Dear Facebook Friends, Am I In ‘Sexy Menopause’?!

On this Geriatric Happy Hour, Sonia and Jessica discuss a variety of topics; including an update on Krissy Anderson’s husband speaking out about her death from sepsis after the stillbirth of their daughter, Sonia’s Facebook question about the maternal health risks of a stillbirth, and the need for more women’s health research. They also weigh-in on a viral instagram post by @OwnItBabe about European parenting and the 28-minute Bluey special that has everyone talking! Bring some bubbles (or some flacid rosé) and listen to this geriatric happy hour rant wherever you listen to podcasts!

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HOPEisode: Meems’ Story; We Didn’t Plan to Be Super Old Moms… But Here We Are!
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HOPEisode: Meems’ Story; We Didn’t Plan to Be Super Old Moms… But Here We Are!

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Meems from @TwoLittlesToLove! The very popular Instagram and TikTok Mama joins the Geriatric Mamas to share her journey to mamahood! Listen as she opens up about her experience with IVF, devastating loss and finally being Mama to her two beautiful miracle babies; aka her two littles to love. Meems also shares her experience with the early stages of parenting a newborn and a toddler at the same time, starting @TwoLittlesToLove and finding the humor in all the shit as a first time mom. Also, visual clutter… the three mamas share their real and raw secrets to getting rid of it.

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Eating for Fertility: Secrets to Optimizing Ovarian Health with Food!
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Eating for Fertility: Secrets to Optimizing Ovarian Health with Food!

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss nutrients found in certain foods that can improve reproductive health, as well as which foods and substances to avoid while trying to conceive. They also weigh-in on the Mediterranean diet and the Whole30 diet as potential dietary approaches to optimize fertility. Disclaimer: Beef liver might have one of the highest concentrates of folate, (but there are also a supplements for that if you’re not a beef-liver-eating kind of girl.)

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Geriatric Coffee Convos: Spoiler; Halle Berry Does Not Have Raging Herpes!
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Geriatric Coffee Convos: Spoiler; Halle Berry Does Not Have Raging Herpes!

On this Geriatric Coffee Convos, Sonia and Jessica discuss a viral TikTok post about the need for separate waiting rooms at OBGYN offices for women who have experienced pregnancy loss, a geriatric celebrity mama baby announcement, Krystal Anderson's passing after a stillbirth, and Halle Berry's experience with ‘sexy menopause’.

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2024 Parenting Trends:  A Millennial & ‘Geriatric Gen Z’ Mixed Tape!
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2024 Parenting Trends: A Millennial & ‘Geriatric Gen Z’ Mixed Tape!

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss the parenting trends that have emerged in 2024. They weigh in on setting strict baby boundaries, nesting parties over baby showers, the gentle parenting revolution, the rise of weed moms vs. wine moms, grandparents choosing unconventional titles and pregnancy announcements vs. hard launching babies. (Like Paris Hilton; not NASA).

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Who Are They Calling Geriatric?! With Mariela De  Santiago!
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Who Are They Calling Geriatric?! With Mariela De Santiago!

On this episode Sonia and Jessica are joined by Mariela De Santiago from the Mama Wears Athleisure podcast, they dive into what it’s like being ‘geriatric mamas’, exactly when they heard the term ‘geriatric pregnancy’ for the first time, whether or not the phrase is actually being phased out and they weigh in on the replacement phrase… is it really that much better?

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Geriatric Happy Hour: Significant Others Need Not Listen; There’s Nothing to See Here!
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Geriatric Happy Hour: Significant Others Need Not Listen; There’s Nothing to See Here!

On this Geriatric Happy Hour, Sonia and Jessica discuss geriatric wisdom tooth recovery, reasons moms get flat tires sometimes, societal improvements that need to happen for parents, stat! Self-validation as moms, things they know in their forties that they wish they knew in their twenties- and also some Easter basket ideas, because Easter is in March for some reason this year; (wtf?)

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Technology & Screen Time With Alyssa: This Podcast is Now Officially Geriatric!
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Technology & Screen Time With Alyssa: This Podcast is Now Officially Geriatric!

On this episode Sonia and Jessica are joined by Alyssa, who happens to be a former elementary school teacher, to discuss technology and screen time for little ones. They weigh in on facing the challenges of balancing screen time, parental controls, internet safety, promoting digital well-being, tech-free activities, and educational technology options. They also discuss the fact that geriatric moms are ‘too old’ to have their wisdom teeth removed, at some point Sonia mistakenly calls Khloe Kardashian Kourtney a few times (and no one notices). Also, when in doubt, there’s always Ms. Rachel, so we should all feel #Grateful and #Blessed.

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Geriatric Coffee Convos & Happy Hour Mash Up: The Alabama Embryo Ruling & Screen Time Faves!
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Geriatric Coffee Convos & Happy Hour Mash Up: The Alabama Embryo Ruling & Screen Time Faves!

On this Geriatric Coffee Convos and Happy Hour Mash Up, Sonia and Jessica discuss who’s drinking what beverage, weigh in on the Alabama Supreme Court ruling about embryos, the pros and cons of their children’s past and current favorite tv shows, the reality of screen time, mommy blogger Ruby Franke, the Gabriel Fernandez case and binge-worthy tv shows for after the babies go to bed.

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A Prehistoric Birthday Special With BFF Guests Tiff & Mama Manda!
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A Prehistoric Birthday Special With BFF Guests Tiff & Mama Manda!

On this Prehistoric Birthday Special episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by surprise guests Tiffany Baynard and Amanda Allen to discuss stories and experiences about aging, keeping children safe at the pool, strangers invading their children’s personal space in stores, answer questions from Instagram followers, aka talk through their memorable (and geriatric millennial) concert experiences and weigh in on emotions surrounding the gender reveal of their children. This episode is proof that what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas.

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Experiencing & Coping with Loss: Courtney’s Story!
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Experiencing & Coping with Loss: Courtney’s Story!

On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Courtney, aka Adam’s fabulous Aunt. Her name has been mentioned several times on the podcast and she’s the reason why ‘Geriatric Happy Hour’ was created. Courtney is joining the Geriatric Mamas to share the story of her two beautiful angel babies, being their mama, coping with loss and the unimaginable grief of loosing her children to SMA Type One in infancy. Also, the state in which Jessica showed up to meet Adam’s family for the first time, (photo in the show notes for your enjoyment).

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