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Me Before Mom

Me Before Mom

Bert Anderson

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There was a “me” before there was a “mom”. That is the motto by which Elizabeth “Bert” Anderson lives. As the creator of the lifestyle blog Me Before Mom, Bert supports millennial moms facing the challenges and changes of motherhood. Me Before Mom is a podcast that offers support through real life stories, encouraging advice, and answers to questions about how a woman maintains herself during this self-sacrificial time of parenthood. Bert wants to help other mothers welcome the excitement of facing new experiences while reaching milestones in parenting. As the creator of the lifestyle blog Me Before Mom, Bert supports millennial moms facing the challenges and changes of motherhood. Me Before Mom is an online community that offers support through real life stories, encouraging advice, and answers to questions about how a woman maintains herself during this self-sacrificial time of parenthood. Stories from Bert Anderson have helped women across the globe through the Huffington Post, Today’s Parent, and on the Harry show. Whether weathering the first year of motherhood or walking through the later stages of motherhood, Bert has helped many continue to find herself while still in the throes of motherhood. Matriarch Digital Media produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.
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Me Before Mom - Episode 37: What I Learned in Season One
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03/03/20 • 6 min

This week’s episode is the season one finale of Me Before Mom! Bert reflects on her first season as a podcast host. The highs, the lows and all the fun in between! And you know Bert wouldn't leave you without a few sage pieces of advice as she heads into the break. Bert is hard at work on Season Two (we promise it won't take a year! - we'll be back before you know it) We'll be keeping you up to date with bonus materials as well. Thank you so much for your support of Me Before Mom. And remember, above all else, be kind.
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Making friends as an adult can be hard. Making friends as a parent can be even harder. What do we do when the friendships we've tried to cultivate turn sour? Tune in this week on Me Before Mom as Bert tackles toxic friendships and giving each other a little grace.
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Me Before Mom - Season 3 Episode 4: Berts What to Watch List
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06/07/22 • 34 min

Today Bert gushes over one of her most beloved pastimes...television! From nostalgic moments of bonding with family and friends to enjoying some much-needed alone time after a long day, the idiot box holds a special place in all of our hearts. Find out what shows Bert recommends, and maybe even pick up a tip on how to enjoy your favorite entertainment whenever you want.
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Bert shares her anxiousness and fears surrounding social media and her kids. As a Social Media Manager, she understands all too well the influence these platforms can have on your children. As scary as it may be, it is our responsibility as parents to understand what our children are engaging in, to help them develop healthy habits with technology in this digital age.
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Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt personally victimized by someone you considered a friend. We have all had run-ins with toxic people. People that intimidate us, or make us feel less than. Some of those people we dare to call our friends. How do tell a friend that their behavior is not okay, or that they made you uncomfortable? Bert shares her experiences with mean girls and how she’s helping her daughter navigate girl world in her tween years.
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Me Before Mom - Season 3 Episode 7: Girls Weekend
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07/19/22 • 30 min

As busy moms, wives, and working women there comes a time when you need to unplug from it all and have some fun! Bert takes a girls trip with friends for the first time since the pandemic to relax and unwind. She shares fun stories of her weekend adventure and tips for how to have fun with no agenda.
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Me Before Mom - Season 3 Episode 8: Taking Calculated Risks
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08/02/22 • 38 min

Today Bert challenges us to face our fears. Taking risks, and doing things that scare us is what keeps life interesting. Sure you might fail a couple times, maybe even a hundred times, but you’ve still won by continuing to try. Let’s all try to do one thing that scares us today, who knows, you just might succeed.
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Me Before Mom - Season 3 Episode 9: Getting Back to YOU
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08/16/22 • 39 min

As parents we sometimes get lost in the day to day of raising children, coupled with working and maintaining a relationship with your significant other. Bert reminds us all that it is healthy to step away sometimes and do things you love and enjoy so you don't lose yourself. So ask yourself what are the key things that make you happy and why?
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Me Before Mom - Season 2 Episode 10: Interview w/ Heather Brooker
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02/02/21 • 35 min

This week on Me Before Mom entertainment journalist, actress, podcast host, influencer, comedian, and mom, Heather Brooker is speaking with Bert about her journey to motherhood, parenting in Hollywood, and how working from home has its ups and downs. Bert and Heather compare lockdowns between California and Minnesota and the ways their kids are coping with being at home. For more information, check out Bert's website: https://bertmanderson.comFrom this Episode: Heather Brooker Motherhood in Hollywood podcastInstagram @theheatherbrookerFacebook @TheHeatherBrookerTwitter @HeatherBrookerTikTok @heatherbrookerMatriarch Digital Media produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.
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Me Before Mom - Season 2 Episode 7: Growing Up
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01/12/21 • 17 min

Bert has been dreaming about and wanting just a little bit of alone time since she became a mom. Now it’s happened, the kids are doing their own things - without her. This week Bert is reflecting on the old saying “the days are long, but the years are short” and what it means to finally have that alone time she’s always dreamed of. Bert discusses how being tired as a mom changes from physical to emotional as her children’s needs change from toddlers to teenagers and reminds us all to stop once a day and appreciate the moment – our kids won’t need us again as much as they do right now.For more information, check out Bert's website: https://bertmanderson.comMatriarch Digital Media produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.
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How many episodes does Me Before Mom have?

Me Before Mom currently has 58 episodes available.

What topics does Me Before Mom cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Kids & Family and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Me Before Mom?

The episode title 'Season 2 Episode 10: Interview w/ Heather Brooker' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Me Before Mom?

The average episode length on Me Before Mom is 21 minutes.

How often are episodes of Me Before Mom released?

Episodes of Me Before Mom are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Me Before Mom?

The first episode of Me Before Mom was released on Jul 16, 2019.

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