On this show we will be providing tips as it relates to Background Screening to help you screen more effectively, efficiently and compliantly. We will be sharing and reviewing technology used by HR professionals to be more efficient in their recruiting, background screening on boarding and monitoring of employees. We will be interviewing industry experts and influencers as well.
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The Motherhood Kit podcast is the ultimate companion for women on the journey of motherhood. With over 27 years of experience, your personal Motherhood Expert and host Yamel Belen, boasts an impressive background as a Registered Nurse, Doula, IBCLC, business owner, and most notably, a Mother of five! Her guests will offer up their insights and expertise, giving you the knowledge and confidence to navigate the challenges of motherhood. Join Yamel each week as she and her & her guests share ti ...
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We discuss how to use strategy in Family Court to get the results you want. A family law professional with twenty years of experience in the field will share with you what really matters in Family Court. Whether you are going through divorce or custody, if you are representing yourself you need to know the tactics that will end the torment you have been enduring up until this point. We will share tips, tricks, techniques, and everything else that your lawyer will never divulge. If you have b ...
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Identity Verification... the first STEP to safer Background Checks
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3:25Identity Verification The old tools simply don't work any more. Applicants looking to deceive employers and background screeners know how to provide false identifiers. The question is, can they be stopped. The SSN Trace can present RED flags, but it's not a tool that can be used to VERIFY IDENTITY. Consent Based Social Security Number Verification/…
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Breaking Financial Myths for Moms with The Brown Way To Money
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37:36Send us a text In this conversation, Yamel Belen and Alejandra from Brown Way To Money discuss the financial myths that mothers, particularly women of color, face today. They explore the importance of dismantling these myths, navigating financial information in uncertain times, and modeling healthy money mindsets for children. Alejandra provides ac…
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Season 2 - Episode 14: The Self Employed, Business Owner or 1099 Pro
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34:15862.800.7850 Are you a business owner, freelancer, or 1099 contractor navigating divorce without a lawyer? In this episode of Self-Represented in Family Court, Tracey B. dives into the unique challenges—and real opportunities—for self-employed individuals handling their own divorce or custody cases. Whether you're running an LLC, consulting on the …
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Unlocking the Benefits of Outdoor Play with Susie Spikol
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30:41Send us a text In this conversation, Yamel Belen and Susie Spikol discuss the critical role of outdoor play in children's development. They explore how a lack of outdoor play affects physical, emotional, and social growth, and provide practical tips for parents to encourage outdoor activities. The discussion highlights the importance of creating sa…
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Rebroadcast | Unspoken Joy: Navigating The Taboo of Loving Motherhood
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28:22Send us a text REBROADCAST Why are we so quick to talk about the negative sides of motherhood and yet hold back on sharing the many beautiful sides of the experience? Today on the podcast, Yamel is diving into the topic of the taboo of enjoying motherhood. You too may have noticed a trend in people sharing negative reflections of motherhood, and of…
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Send us a text In this conversation, Yamel Belen and Titania Jordan discuss the significant impact of screen time on children, exploring its effects on mental and physical health. They dive into the challenges parents face in managing technology use and share practical strategies for fostering healthier relationships with screens. Titania emphasize…
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Season 2- Episode 12: The Changing Landscape of Divorce: What You Need to Know
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43:21862.800.7850 The way divorce services are delivered is evolving, and in this episode, we’re diving into the major shifts happening in the industry. From legal professionals and paralegals to divorce coaches and financial organizers, we explore the different types of support available and how they can help you navigate your divorce more effectively.…
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Thriving, Not Just Surviving in Motherhood: Expert Mental Health Strategies with Patricia Alvarado
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34:15Send us a text In this episode, Yamel Belen and Patricia Alvarado discuss the importance of thriving in motherhood rather than merely surviving. They explore the impact of trauma and childhood experiences on parenting, the significance of healing the inner child, and practical strategies for mothers to shift from survival mode to a thriving mindset…
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Unlocking Pelvic Health: A Guide for Moms
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35:36Send us a text In this conversation, Yamel Belen and Saige Evans discuss the importance of pelvic floor therapy, especially for mothers and those planning to become mothers. They explore common misconceptions about pelvic health, the significance of understanding pelvic floor functions, and the various issues that can arise, such as incontinence an…
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Season 2- Episode 11: When to (or Not) Self-Represent in Family Court
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34:26862.800.7850 Have you ever wondered if representing yourself in family court is the right move for you, your family or your goals ? In this episode, I dive into the complexities of self-representation in family court cases. Using my experience as a former family law attorney and mediator, I’ll share my insights on when it makes sense to handle your…
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Navigating the Challenges of Modern Motherhood | A Call To Action
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15:37Send us a text In this heartfelt conversation, Yamel Belen addresses the prevalent worries faced by mothers today, particularly in the context of societal and political challenges. She emphasizes the importance of protecting one's peace, focusing on positive actions, and fostering a supportive community. Yamel shares personal insights and practical…
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The Ultimate Guide To Bedtime Routines | Mastering Toddler Sleep
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37:30Send us a text In this episode of The Motherhood Kit podcast, Yamel Belen and sleep consultant Kendra Worth dive into the challenges of toddler sleep and how parents can create healthier sleep habits. They discuss the importance of establishing strong bedtime routines, how to safely use sound machines, and setting boundaries while maintaining flexi…
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Season 2 - Episode 10: Ethical or Unethical Practices of Lawyers in Family Court
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38:41862.800.7850 Is Your Lawyer Crossing the Line? Ethical or Unethical Practices in Family Court Do you trust your lawyer's motivations and methods? It's time to take a deeper look. In today’s episode, we dissect the fine line between ethical and unethical practices by lawyers in family courts, especially when emotions and tensions run high. This epis…
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Taming Tantrums Without Yelling: Parenting Hacks for Stress-Free Discipline
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38:01Send us a text In this episode of the Motherhood Kit podcast, Yamel Belen and parenting coach Claire Cetti discuss the challenges of parenting, particularly focusing on the issue of yelling and emotional triggers. Claire shares her journey from a frustrated parent to a coach, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and understanding emotions …
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Reinventing Latin Cuisine for Modern Families
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38:04Send us a text In this engaging conversation, Yamel Belen and Ciji Castro explore the intersection of culture, family, and cooking. They discuss the importance of food in expressing love and heritage, the challenges of being a working mom, and the evolution of cooking practices in modern households. Ciji shares her journey of reinventing Latin cuis…
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Season 2 - Episode 9: Having Support Systems during Your Family Court Experience: A Strategic Approach
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26:04862.800.7850 In this episode of Self Represented in Family Court, I’m diving deep into the power of strategy in family court proceedings. Whether you're representing yourself or working with legal counsel, having a solid strategy—and the right support—is key to navigating this complex system successfully. Family court isn't something you should go …
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Mastering Home Organization: Tips for Busy Moms
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37:51Send us a text In this conversation, Yamel Belen and Jaclyn discuss the importance of organization and decluttering in the context of motherhood. They explore how physical clutter can impact mental health, the significance of setting realistic expectations, and the necessity of breaking down projects into manageable tasks. Jaclyn shares insights on…
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The Motherhood Kit Season 7: Empowering Moms with Wellness, Thriving, and Immense Community
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0:48Send us a text Welcome back to The Motherhood Kit podcast! We are beyond thrilled to bring you an exciting new season as we start 2025! This new season is packed with inspiration and education from parent coaching to medical professionals who are moms just like you and I here to provide us guidance with love. Whether you’re a first-time listener or…
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Changes to CRIMINAL record searching in California is leading to MASSIVE problems
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5:58Changes to CRIMINAL record searching in California is leading to MASSIVE problems In this episode I share details on how things used to work in California when it came to searching for criminal records prior to the Hamrick case. I also share the impact that the Hamrick case is having on criminal court research for a time and cost perspective. Pleas…
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Season 2 Episode 8: The Legal Costs & Fees in Family Law-An In-Depth Look
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48:05862.800.7850 Navigating family court can deplete you of every ounce of energy, every sense of sanity and every dime you have, especially when you're representing yourself. In my latest episode of Self Represented in Family Court, I spend time going into details about the realities of managing legal costs and share practical workaround tactics to mi…
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Season 2 Episode 7: Navigating Family Court as a Pro Se Litigant
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47:23862.800.7850 Do you think representing yourself in family court is an uphill battle or a strategic advantage? Well, it's both—and more. In this episode, I’m going to uncover the nuances of navigating family court as a pro se or self-represented litigant. I’ll dive deep into the concept of pro se representation, sharing the difference between those …
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Refocus and Reinvent: Vision Board Strategies for Busy Moms to End the Year Strong with Tabitha Blue
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33:47Send us a text In this engaging conversation, Yamel Belen and Tabitha Blue explore the concept of vision boarding, particularly for busy moms. We discuss how vision boards can be a fluid tool for tracking personal goals and aspirations, emphasizing the importance of grace over guilt in motherhood. This conversation highlights the significance of fi…
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The Key to Achieving True Work-Life Harmony as a Mom: Prioritizing What Matters and Ending 2024 Strong
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47:19Send us a text In this insightful episode of The Motherhood Kit, Yamel Belen sits down with Christa to discuss the complex realities of work-life balance for mothers. Christa shares her inspiring journey from educator to nanny agency founder, shedding light on the value of childcare work and the often-overlooked support mothers need. Together, Yame…
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Sleepless Nights & Mental Health: How Parenting Impacts Well-Being and Steps to Improve Infant Sleep
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37:37Send us a text In this conversation, Yamel Belen and Jayne Havens discuss the challenges of sleep for parents and infants, emphasizing the importance of sleep hygiene, the impact of breastfeeding on sleep independence, and the significance of managing expectations in sleep training. They also explore how sleep deprivation affects parental mental he…
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Empowering Moms: How to Take Control of Your Finances and Teach Kids Smart Money Habits
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35:05Send us a text In this conversation, Catherine Collins and Yamel discuss the financial challenges that moms face and strategies for managing money. They emphasize the importance of breaking free from societal expectations and finding financial freedom that aligns with individual goals and values. They also discuss the significance of teaching child…
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Empowering Moms: How to Make Your Voice Heard This Election Year
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32:46Send us a text In this episode of the Motherhood Kit podcast, Yamel Belen and Raena Boston discuss the importance of advocacy for mothers, particularly in the context of the upcoming election. They explore the Vote Like a Mother campaign, which empowers mothers to engage in civic action and vote for issues that matter to them, such as paid leave an…
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The Motherhood Kit Season 6: Empowering Moms with Wellness, Finances, and How to Wrap Up 2024 Strong
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1:54Send us a text 🎉 Welcome back to The Motherhood Kit podcast! 🎉 We are beyond thrilled to bring you an exciting new season as we wrap up 2024! This short season is packed with inspiration and support to help you thrive on your motherhood journey. Whether you’re a first-time listener or have been with us from the start, this is the podcast for moms l…
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Season 2 - Episode 6: The "Real" of Coercive Control & Its Application in Family Court
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32:56862.800.7850 In this episode, we confront a critical yet often overlooked aspect of domestic violence: coercive control. As a form of abuse that manipulates an individual's freedom and decision-making, coercive control includes behaviors like monitoring spending, isolating victims from social interactions, and controlling personal movements. Origin…
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Season 2 - Episode 5: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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27:30862.800.7850 This week, in recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we're dedicating the next few episodes to all the brave survivors of domestic violence. We take a look into the challenges of presenting domestic violence cases in family court and their impact on the overall outcome in custody, visitation, and divorce proceedin…
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Season 2 Episode 4: Ten Things to Avoid Wasting Your Life Savings on Legal Fees
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36:05862.800.7850 Today we're exploring a crucial topic: how to avoid wasting your life savings on legal fees. We'll discuss strategic approaches to settling disputes independently, performing cost-benefit analyses, and leveraging tools to make informed decisions. We'll also discuss alternative legal resolutions like negotiations and mediation, the impo…
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Season 2 Episode 3: Being Strategic with Parenting Plans
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43:23862.800.7850 Do you think creating a parenting plan is an easy, straightforward process? Or that even having one is an absolute MUST? Well, think again. Discover how overly lengthy and generic parenting plans can do more harm than good, especially in high-conflict situations, in this week's discussion. This episode dives into the saturated and ofte…
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Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance When did it take effect? Who does it apply to? What changes do you need to be aware of? LINK TO THE ORDINANCE LNK TO THE INDIVIDUALIZED ASSESSMENT FORM LINK TO FACT SHEET Watch the VIDEO Version of the PODCAST HEREBy Tim Santoni
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S2E2: Choosing to File Contempt in Family Court
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36:47862.800.7850 Think you know how Family Courts operate when it comes to enforcing, punishing or even taking action when there is uncooperation between the parties? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, I pull back the curtain to reveal the strategic nuances and intricate challenges that litigants face when navigating family court, especially whe…
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Season 2 - Episode 1: Perjury in Family Court - An Honest Look at its Impact & Use
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26:39862.800.7850 Welcome back, listeners! Did you miss your favorite family court strategist? Well, season two kicks off with a bang as we dive into an often misunderstood but critically important topic: perjury in family court. In this enlightening episode, I pull back the curtain to uncover the strategic implications and often underwhelming enforceme…
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Summer Sanity: Navigating Behaviors During Summer Break and Keeping Calm
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29:46Send us a text With the school year behind us and long sunny days ahead, how do we keep our sanity while managing our kids' behaviors? The Summer break can be a beautiful time for making memories with your family but sometimes, the change of routine and lack of structure can create changes in your children’s behavior In today’s episode, Yamel is jo…
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Family Court Strategy for Dads (Father's Day Edition)
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51:49862.800.7850 **Think Family Court is Simple? Think Again. A Reality Check for Dads Navigating Custody Battles.** Welcome back to another eye-opening episode of Self-Represented in Family Court, with your host Family Court Strategist™ Tracey Bee. If you've ever thought family court was straightforward or designed with the kids' best interests at hea…
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Summer Sanity: How To Have A Successful Shared Vacation With Other Families
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17:48Send us a text In today’s episode, continuing on the theme of Summer break, we are discussing travelling with other families. Many of us do it, and it can be a beautiful way of enhancing your Summer holiday - it’s a win for you and your adult friends, and it can be so much fun for our little ones too. However, vacationing with other families can so…
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Parent Visitation or Access in High Conflict Cases
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26:56862.800.7850 Do you think Family Court can simply restrict the non-custodial parent's access to their child under any circumstances? Think again. Discover the real nuances behind parental visitation or access and what courts consider before making those tough decisions. In this episode, Tracey Bee provides a crucial look into Family Court cases inv…
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Summer Sanity: Top Travel Tips for Vacationing with Kids to Ensure A Stress-free Summer Break
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19:39Send us a text With Summer break upon us, many of us are preparing for our family vacations and Summer adventures. However, sometimes the thought of travelling with your children and the extra challenges it can bring can be enough to make you refrain from booking that trip altogether. In this episode, Yamel shares her top travel tips, helping you s…
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Family Court Strategy for the Stay-at-Home Parent
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40:41862.800.7850 Navigating the murky waters of Family Court can be daunting, especially for stay-at-home parents. This episode Tracey brings you right into the thick of it, demystifying the complex and sometimes unsettling realities of family court, particularly for those who’ve spent years out of the workforce. Whether you are considering divorce, ar…
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Summer Sanity: Summer Break, Sane Spaces: Mastering Home Organization with Kids Around
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27:19Send us a text Although we all love Summer fun, we all also want a tidy space and sanity in our home and, let’s be honest, Summer break can bring some challenges. When school is out and the kids are home for the Summer, there’s a definite change in the flow of our day and our tidy home may experience a little more mess. So if you find it difficult …
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Exploring Identity Beyond Motherhood Through Harrison Butker's Speech
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29:31Send us a text Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker recently sparked controversy following his commencement speech at a private girls school a few weeks ago, where he encouraged the women to embrace their roles as “homemakers”. Today on The Motherhood Kit, Yamel is joined by Dr. Laura Tillman and together they dive deep on this current topic o…
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Episode 22 - Our NEW A.D.V.O.C.A.T.E.™ Method
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13:50862.800.7850 Today, I've got something truly groundbreaking to share with you—my newly launched, proprietary A.D.V.O.C.A.T.E.™ Method. This meticulously crafted process is your comprehensive guide to navigating the intricate and often daunting world of family court, especially if you're a self-represented litigant. In this special edition episode, …
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Unspoken Joy: Navigating the Taboo of Loving Motherhood
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20:48Send us a text Why are we so quick to talk about the negative sides of motherhood and yet hold back on sharing the many beautiful sides of the experience? Today on the podcast, Yamel is diving into the topic of the taboo of enjoying motherhood. You too may have noticed a trend in people sharing negative reflections of motherhood, and of people havi…
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Episode 21 - Being Strategic with Biased Judges
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29:27862.800.7850 Today we delve into the complex world of family court and tackle the challenge of navigating biased judges. As many of you know, the discretion and minimal oversight in family courts often give judges an unfortunate ability to "run amok." This lack of accountability can deeply affect the outcomes of sensitive cases involving terminatio…
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Mastering Summer Health: How to Safeguard Your Kids from Common Illnesses
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25:56Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of The Motherhood Kit where today Yamel is diving into the hot topic of safeguarding your children from common summer illnesses. As the warmer weather approaches, it’s essential that we as mothers are armed with knowledge and strategies to keep our little ones healthy and happy. Today, Yamel is joined …
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Breaking the Stigma: Shining a Light on Maternal Mental Health Month with Danielle Cobo
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35:15Send us a text Today Yamel is joined by Danielle Cobo to discuss the importance of breaking the stigma around maternal mental health. Danielle is the best-selling author of the book, ‘Unstoppable Grit: Breakthrough The 7 Roadblocks Standing Between You and Achieving Your Goals’, a military spouse and mother to 6-year-old twin boys. Today Danielle s…
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Episode 20 - Firing & Hiring Family Law Attorneys
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36:10862.800.7850 Today, we dive into the often overlooked challenge of hiring and firing attorneys in family law. We'll explore why switching lawyers too frequently could leave you vulnerable and possibly hinder your case, as frequent changes can annoy judges and lead to adverse decisions. It's your right to change attorneys, but making informed, strat…
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What Moms Really Want For Mothers Day (A Rebroadcast)
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16:10Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of The Motherhood Kit. With mothers day approaching, today we are bringing you a rebroadcast of our popular Mothers Day episode from last year. I’ll be sharing the answers I got from the moms in my audience when I polled them on social media about what they really want for Mothers Day, and I’ll be shar…
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Episode 19 - Strategy & Parental Alienation
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39:03862.800.7850 Today, we're shining a light on a difficult yet critical topic that many families face: parental alienation. This phenomenon can strike any family, irrespective of background or status, often leading to grueling legal battles and profound emotional distress. In recognition of Parental Alienation Awareness Day on April 25th, we'll explo…
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