Ep. 28: Real Moms Discuss Conflicting School and Work Schedules Too

11/14/19 • 27 min

Many parents spend a good portion of their paychecks on daycare, before, and after school care. And when they finally feel they caught a break, then comes college tuition. In episode 28, Alana and Xia discuss childcare costs across America and what options are available for parents when their work schedules conflict with the typical school day. Recently, some legislators have proposed extending the school day, and Alana and Xia weigh-in with their opinions about the plan. They also discuss the difficulties parents face when deciding what do for childcare, and discuss alternative solutions to extending the school day. Tune in to hear your favorite momfriends share their opinions on childcare costs and extended school days.
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Ep. 27: Real Moms Discuss Holiday Planning Too

As the holiday season quickly approaches, the clock is ticking for families as they decide where to spend the holidays . Often times, to avoid the stress, we (parents) allow our families to dictate what we do for the holidays, what traditions we have, and which side of the family we will celebrate with. In episode 27, Alana and Xia provide tips on how to decide where you'll spend the holidays. They discuss creating your own traditions, blending family traditions, being flexible, and encourage all moms to focus on enjoying family time during the holidays. Whatever or wherever you decide to spend the holidays, Real Moms Too wants empower all momfriends to do what is best for your household. By planning in advance and being honest about what you want, RMT hopes you will be able to avoid the stress of holiday planning.
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Ep. 29: Real Moms Adopt Too

November is National Adoption Awareness Month, an annual observance to raise awareness about the urgent need for adoptive families for children and youth in foster care who are in need of a family. Motherhood looks differently for all mothers, and in this episode Alana and Xia highlight how Real Moms Adopt Too! In episode 29, Real Moms Too interview Shawndra Onwuchekwa, mother who adopted a 2 year old daughter. Shawndra shares why she and her husband decided to adopt, details what the process was like, and provides listeners with some tips on how they too can become an adoptive parent one day.
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