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In honor of Veteran's day, Danielle catches up with her super cousin Captain Adrienne Smith who is a signal officer in the United States Army. We are taking a look into her thoughts as she juggles being a mother who is currently stationed in Korea, nearly 7k miles away from her daughter. Danielle and Adrienne talk about everything from logistics, preparing her daughter, and serving her country.As always, let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or follow us on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram @goheadmama! www.goheadmama.comDon't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on Apple Podcasts and Acast! And leave us a 5-star review while you are at it!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Put down that jade egg, pause your compulsive kegaling, and listen up. Kate talks to Rachel Gelman, a pelvic physical therapist working in the San Francisco Bay Area. We get some practical advice and dig into why pelvic pain doesn't get attention in proportion to how many women it impacts. As always, let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or follow us on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram @goheadmama! www.goheadmama.com Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on Apple Podcasts and Acast! And leave us a 5-star review while you are at it!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Danielle connects with her homegirl, the super mama and freaking phenomenal woman, Kristal High. Danielle and Kristal are both lawyers turned rebels and the conversation is the freest most honest convo you've heard in a while. They are talking self-love, self-preservation and how many fucks they are no longer giving. When she's not laughing it up with her buddy Danielle, Kristal is the Editor in Chief of Politic365, an online magazine focused on politics and public policy from a multicultural point of view. She also owns and operates a communications and creative engagement company, Digicon Ventures. follow her at @kristalhigh and on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LikePolitic365/ As always, let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or follow us on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram @goheadmama! www.goheadmama.com Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on Apple Podcasts and Acast! And leave us a 5-star review while you are at it!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's back postpartum, and on today's podcast she gets real about prolapse, a problem neither of your hosts had heard of a year ago that impacts tons of new moms. What are pelvic floor injuries, why do so many OBs ignore them, and why the hell can't Kate's body catch a break with this motherhood stuff? Tune in! As always, let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or follow us on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram @goheadmama! www.goheadmama.com Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on Apple Podcasts and Acast! And leave us a 5-star review while you are at it!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The FAB Mom herself, Jill Simonian is on the show chatting it up with Danielle from Sunny California! Jill is an advocate for women staying focused after baby aka FAB. We're discussing the effects of a baby on your self-perception, staying confident, and managing your passions post baby. Also, we take a dive into what Jill wants mamas to know about staying focused after baby in her new book, "The Fab Mom's Guide: How to Get Over the Bump & Bounce Back Fast After Baby", http://thefabmom.com/fab-moms-guide/. You can learn more about Jill on Twitter and Instagram @JillSimonian and on Facebook @jillsimonian.thefabmom. For those in the LA area, you can find Jill on CBS LA on Wed and Friday mornings. As always, let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or follow us on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram @goheadmama! www.goheadmama.com Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on Apple Podcasts and Acast! And leave us a 5-star review while you are at it!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's podcast... general hysteria. Kate's about to have this baby, Danielle went to Vegas to throw her training bra at the Backstreet Boys, and frankly nobody is worried enough about motherhood to keep it from getting a little weird. This is what happens when you let us hang out in the same physical space for the first time in two years. Let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or Like us on Twitter/Facebook @goheadmama! www.goheadmama.com Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on Apple Podcasts and Acast! And leave us a 5-star review while you are at it!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Danielle finishes her conversation with longtime homie and fellow mama Felecia Hatcher. Felecia is an author and an award-winning entrepreneur. She has spoken in front of thousands of people and changed the lives of even more with her social impact work. In part two, we are talking about Felecia's experience as an entrepreneur and how her company provides coding and STEM experience to the communities that need it most. As always let us know what you think of the show at letstalkmamacita@gmail.com and give us a shout on the social medias @goheadmama To learn more about Felecia: www.feleciahatcher.com or www.codefevermiami.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Danielle sits down with longtime homie and fellow mama Felecia Hatcher. Felecia is an author and an award-winning entrepreneur. She has spoken in front of thousands of people and changed the lives of even more with her social impact work. In part one of a two part pod, we are talking about Felecia's experience as a mom giving birth prematurely and what that experience was like. This episode sheds so much light on the experience of women that have given birth to preemies. As always let us know what you think of the show at letstalkmamacita@gmail.com and give us a shout on the social medias @goheadmama To learn more about Felecia: www.feleciahatcher.com or www.codefevermiami.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What does "self-care" even mean anymore? Danielle and Kate get into the difference between buying new nail polish and taking the time to figure out what you really need to feel right with yourself - and whether that's even possible for your average mom. Healthcare policy meets Bruno Mars to fix your brain, all on this week's podcast. Let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or Like us on Twitter/Facebook @goheadmama! www.goheadmama.com Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on Apple Podcasts and Acast! And leave us a 5-star review while you are at it!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Danielle sits with Rachel Bolden-Kramer, doula, yoga instructor and author of My Food Stamps Cookbook. We're talking about the sisterhood of self-care, her powerful and personal journey towards happiness, size H boobs, and being a supporter of radical nutrition no matter what your budget. Rachel is a powerful and inspirational woman who's story can inspire many. My Food Stamps Cookbook is currently under an all or nothing Kickstarter campaign, so please head over to https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/91749141/my-food-stamps-cookbook/description and donate NOW. Throughout the intervie, little Issa, Rachel's daughter, joins us to request the all important Moana and we love every moment of it! IG: BabyMommaRachel FB: Rachel Bolden-Kramer WWW: myfoodstampscookbook.com Let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or Like us on Twitter/Facebook @goheadmama! www.goheadmama.com Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on Apple Podcasts and Acast! And leave... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on GHM, Danielle is talking with Meryl Davids Landau, author of Enlightened Parenting: A Mom Reflects on Living Spiritually With Kids. Meryl is super chill and super insightful about maintaining a sense of calm in the madness that can be day to day parenting. They are talking sleep schedules, the practice of deep breathing, and steps towards self care. Let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or Like us on Facebook @goheadmama! Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on iTunes and Acast! And leave us a 5-star review while you are at it!! Thanks, Mamas! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on the podcast, Danielle and Kate talk about the weird ways our culture treats pregnant women and moms. Are we miracles of life, or burdens on society? Do we get extra gentle treatment, or the cold shoulder? Spoiler: both or either, depending on what we look like and how much money we have. Also, NB to coworkers: if you ask Kate how's she's feeling, hold onto your f***ing hat. Let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or Like us on Facebook @goheadmama! Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on iTunes and Acast! And leave us a 5-star review while you are at it!! Thanks, Mamas! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Danielle chats with author Wendy Sachs about the power of pivoting professionally. They discuss how it is different for women and especially mothers. The concept of pivoting is helpful beyond just the workplace as it focuses us on being bold in our greatness no matter how we spend our days. Let us know what you think via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com or Like us on Facebook @goheadmama! Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear on iTunes and Acast! And leave us a 5-star review while you are at it!! Thanks, Mamas! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We’re back, and Kate’s cooking up another kid. Acid reflux, heinous maternity bras, nerve pain, and maybe a little self-care-by-force. Second trimester, ho! Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@goheadmama) and give us a high 5 review on iTunes if you love us. If not, let us know what would make us more lovable via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

My Fellow Mothers, today Kate and Danielle wrap up season 2 of Go 'Head Mama with a bang. They are recapping some of the topics that left them stumped earlier in the year and giving you their unfiltered reactions on the decisions of the American people on 11/08/16. Spoiler Alert: They are losing their maternal shit. While they are happy to see 2016 go, they also are so grateful for all their listeners and look forward to bring even more awesome content to your ears next season! Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@goheadmama) and give us a high 5 review on iTunes if you love us. If not, let us know what would make us more lovable via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In a special episode of Go 'Head Mama, Danielle chats with literary event guru, Jennifer Rudolph Walsh. Walsh has been the power behind major events for Oprah, Arianna Huffington and more. Now, she's working with the likes of Glennon Doyle Melton, Dr. Jacqui Lewis, Ciara, Seane Corn, Abby Wambach and more to create a conference for women like none other. Today we chat with Jennifer about the uselessness of guilt, the magnitude becoming a mama plays on your life and the impact she hopes to have with her upcoming un-conference, Together Live. For more information about Together Live check out: http://www.togetherlive.com! For more information about the mamas that love the true you, visit: www.goheadmama.com or check us out on Facebook or Twitter. Don't forget to give us a high five (stars) on iTunes! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate talks to GHM friend and psychiatrist Dr. Rachel on the podcast to talk about the deep weirdness that happens to you physically when you have a baby. The brain-shrinkage! The hormones! So fun. She also gets into how empowering boundary setting can be when you have a truly stressful job. Bonus: listen closely for the screams of our children in the background. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@goheadmama) and give us a high 5 review on iTunes if you love us. If not, let us know what would make us more lovable via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate and Danielle saved this topic for when they were back in the midst of the "beauty" of breastfeeding. Kate remembers it as a breeze, Danielle thinks her nipples are being sawed off. Either way, it's another honest conversation about a truly complicated part of mothering...but to be honest what part isn't! Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@goheadmama) and give us a high 5 review on iTunes if you love us. If not, let us know what would make us more lovable via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Danielle sits down with her favorite (and only) midwife, Jules Dean, the co-founder of the Baby Journey. Jules and Danielle discuss a laundry list of things from maintaining a sense of self to keeping life fun. Jules has been a gem for Danielle as she has maneuvered motherhood away from family and friends...and now we share this awesome gem of a lady with you! Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter and give us a high 5 review on iTunes if you love us. If not, let us know what would make us more loveable via email letstalkmamacita@gmail.com. Also for our listeners in England, go check out The Baby Journey right now!!! www.thebabyjourney.co.uk https://twitter.com/thebabyjourney https://www.facebook.com/thebabyjourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Danielle and Kate discuss the fact that Danielle is PREGNANT AGAIN. Madness ensues, tears are there and honest conversation about what's on Danielle's brain. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter at @GoHeadMama and like us on Facebook @GoHeadMama or email us anytime via letstalkmamacita@gmail.com !! And we always welcome a five-star review on iTunes. If you can't give us a 5 let us know what more you want from us via email! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate and Danielle are back with another mom to mom chat about the things going on in their brains! This week they discuss their fears of dangers in the world and how they are managing these thoughts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate shares some ideas on what you can do to stay involved and feel less helpless in the wake of another set of lost lives in America. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this week's episode, Danielle and Kate talk traveling and what it's like to be away from your child in both social and professional settings. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter at @GoHeadMama and like us on Facebook!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode, Danielle sits down with Amy Westervelt, experienced journalist and mother of two, to talk about her career, what she's working on now, her motherhood, and more! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter at @GoHeadMama and like us on Facebook. Follow @amywestervelt and check out her podcast @rangepodcast, as well as her website amywestervelt.com! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Danielle and Kate discuss the concept of a "me-ternity," (as put forth by Meghann Foye in her novel and Anna Davies in her New York Post article) and its equivalence, or lack thereof, to maternity leave. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter (@GoHeadMama) and like us on Facebook! Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hola #mamas, We are back with another episode of GO 'Head Mama. This week Kate challenges Danielle to think about how she feels on mothering having lost her mother before having her daughter. They also discuss the struggle of using the word "mom" with other people. This and more on this week's episode of Go 'Head Mama. Don't forget to like us on FB and follow on Twitter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Kate and Danielle open up about their personal spiritual beliefs and how their experiences with religion affect if and how they will introduce religion to their kids. Follow us on Twitter: @goheadmama Like us on Facebook: Go 'Head Mama Newsletter: https://tinyletter.com/GoHeadMama Suggestions? Show Ideas? Let us know at letstalkmamacita@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Kate discusses motherhood with the amazing Laura Goode! They are chatting all things tiny humans, feminism in Lifetime Movies, the de-sexualization of women as they become mothers, feeling like a teen mom and soooo much more! Enjoy! Follow Laura at @lauragoode and check her website out: www.lauragoode.com Follow us on Twitter and FB: @goheadmama AND SIGN UP FOR OUR TINYLETTER FOR GHM UPDATES! https://tinyletter.com/GoHeadMama See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're back #mamas chatting it up about how we're dealing with societal pressures about being moms. We knew everyone had an opinion...we just didn't know everyone had an opinion on what we should and should not do as mothers! Listen and let us know how you are navigating the waters of judgement. This and more on Go 'Head Mama. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Danielle is at the helm solo giving you all the first case of #TheMommyJournals where Danielle and Kate share personal stories they've experienced. This week Danielle discusses how she handled her daughter already noticing that her skin is different from the rest of her nursery mates, the importance of self-image and celebrating individuality at an early age. Check out her post on Medium about the encounter: https://goo.gl/t3EhG3 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This Valentine's weekend, Danielle and Kate navigate the anxiety inducing waters of finding yourself attractive post pregnancy. The shit ain't easy... but these two mama besties hash out how they have been dealing with their sense of physical beauty in the midst of the holiday that can make us all question our beauty and attractiveness. All in all, you better be feelin' yourselves mamas, because you all rock! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This time Kate is interviewing the wonderful Lindsay Shelton-Gross and they are discussing loads including: the ways in which Lindsey is raising her tiny white men to be compassionate citizens in society, accepting her flaws, and her desire to go half-sies on a sensory deprivation tank with Kate:) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode Danielle and Kate chat about how they survived the holidays with their bundles of joy + their families. They also chat about resolutions and resolving to keep themselves at the forefront of their resolutions. Danielle confesses her love for journals and Kate encourages all of us to focus on the positive that the last year brought before jumping into the typical new year resolutions! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Kate and Danielle lose the comfortable tone and get all the way real. They laugh through the emotions of dropping your child to day care for the first time, discuss the extreme sympathy that mothers feel when seeing the current state of the Syrian Crisis and attempt to pick up their jaws around why Ahmed Mohamed can't build a clock in 2015. This and more on GoHeadMama! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Kate and Danielle take on the topic of maternity leave. With the US failing in comparison to other developed nations regarding maternity leave with only 12 weeks unpaid leave, this conversation includes a lot of blank stares around why parents arent cared for in today's work place. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we chat with Donielle Buie. Donielle discusses what led her to the decision of being a stay at home mom. She also shares her tips on staying self-aware in the process. To connect with Donielle you can find her at www.wifemotherleader.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

NEW Episode: This week Kate & Danielle share their experiences about going back to work and staying at home. They've taken different paths so listen up to get some insight into how they are feeling about their decisions so far. The conversation also includes a little insight into how passionate Kate is about women running in heels in movies. The hilarity continues with more honest discussions on Go Head Mama. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

UPDATED VERSION: Here it is again, the lovely mother of 3, Jennelle, about how she has dealt with the changes in her friendships as a new mother. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friends...How many of us have them? This week Kate and Danielle discuss the ways their friendships have changed since having their babes. We love our friends... our brains just interact with them differently these days :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Danielle interviews awesome diva mom Sarah Stanley. Sarah gives her take on the feelings she went through when she found out she was pregnant and how she is managing now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Danielle & Kate discuss the expectations and anxieties they had about becoming parents. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.