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!
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!
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’.
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’.
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.
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).
HOPEisode: Nichole’s Story
On this episode, Sonia and Jessica read a HOPEisode story submitted by Nichole, Alyssa and Jessica’s high school friend. Nichole recently turned forty and her miracle rainbow baby boy is due in March of 2024! Listen as the Geriatric Mamas share her struggle and journey to become a mama later in life. The Geriatric Mamas also weigh in on ‘older mom’ instagram posts by Blogger Victoria Bye and and Digital Creator Courtney Brennan! Hashtag: ImNotOldAmI and DoOtherOlderMomsFeelThisWayOrIsItJustMe question mark. exclamation point.
HOPEisode: Megan’s Story
On this episode, Sonia and Jessica read a HOPEisode story submitted by our listener Megan. Megan welcomed her miracle baby girl in April of 2023, at the age of thirty seven. Listen as we share her infertility struggles and journey to geriatric mama-hood that led her to create her new newsletter called The Balance, which is 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’.
HOPEisode: Maria’s Story
On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Geriatric Mama guest Maria. Maria is a teacher and consultant who helps homeschool parents and students navigate their educational experience. Maria welcomed her first miracle baby at the age of thirty four. Listen as she shares her infertility struggles and journey to almost geriatric mama-hood!
HOPEisode: Amy’s Story
On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Geriatric Mama guest Amy. Amy is a licensed therapist specializing in infertility and perinatal mental health in CA. Amy welcomed her first miracle baby at the age of thirty three and her second miracle baby at the age of thirty seven. Listen as she shares her infertility struggles and journey to geriatric mama-hood!
Longevity, Diaper bags & Multi-Focal Lenses With Guest Suzy Lofton Bullis of Old New Moms!
On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Suzy Lofton Bullis of Old New Moms! Suzy welcomed her second baby boy as a geriatric mama in May of 2021. Listen as she shares her decision making process about becoming a mom later in life and how she and the Geriatric Mamas are taking on the challenge of longevity to be there for their children as long as they can, even if they’re 95% plastic. Maybe we are mathers now.
HOPEisode: Alyssa’s Story
On this HOPEisode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by their friend Alyssa. Alyssa welcomed her miracle baby boy in February 2023. Listen as she shares her journey to becoming a geriatric mama!
HOPEisode: Natalie’s Story
On this first ever HOPEisode, Sonia and Jessica are joined by Jessica’s friend Natalie. Natalie welcomed her rainbow baby in October of 2018 at the age of thirty eight. Listen as she shares her journey to becoming a geriatric mama! From heartbreaking loss to geriatric pregnancy, ‘clampsy rage’ included; to her postpartum surprises!
Crazy Pregnancy Myths Mostly Debunked!
On this episode, Sonia and Jessica discuss the craziest pregnancy myths they’ve ever heard; including hairy orange babies, dirty amniotic fluid and styes. Luckily they’re mostly not true.
Miscarriages and a Baby Teradactyl with BFF Guest Tiffany Baynard!
On this episode, Sonia and Jessica are joined once again by long-time bff Tiffany Baynard. This time, the three discuss miscarriages; personal experiences, the statistics, why the topic is so taboo, some ways to cope, and how friends and family members can support parents who have experienced this devastating loss.