Motherhood, Mayhem, & Medical Mysteries

At the request of one of our Facebook Mayhem Mommas, Miranda and Mel delve into the wonderful-- and aggravating-- world of taking care of itty bitty babies! Will they ever sleep?? Will WE ever sleep? Why do their heads get all crusty? And why do they get red, rashy bums?? Listen in to learn and laugh along with your gal pals, Mel & Miranda. Spotlight - Postpartum Support International  www.postpartum.netSources - Mel - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cradle-cap/symptoms-causes/syc-20350396https://www.baby-chick.com/ways-to-treat-and-prevent-cradle-cap/https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diaper-rash/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20371641https://drnozebest.com/blogs/the-doctor-is-in/what-parents-need-to-know-about-teething-and-diaper-rash Miranda - https://education.possumsonline.com/sites/default/files/MJA%20Insight%20Babies%20and%20Sleep.pdf https://sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1087079210001322 https://dc.ewu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1189&context=theses https://www.sleepfoundation.org/baby-sleep/sleep-training https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/safe-sleep-7#bottom-line https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_cosleeping_can_help_you_and_your_baby Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever gotten your hopes up that you could strike it rich selling some old clothes or shoes, only to have your dreams utterly and hopelessly crushed? Miranda shares a recent relatable tale of such a fantasy. Also, Mel serves up some fast facts on plantar fasciitis-- what a pain in the foot! Miranda talks more about how we can solve problems empathically with our kiddos. Spotlight: Shoes & Clothes For Kids https://sc4k.org/ Shoes and Clothes for Kids’ mission is to improve K-8 school attendance by eliminating lack of appropriate clothing, shoes and school supplies as barriers.Sources:Mel-https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/plantar-fasciitisMiranda-Greene, Ross W. "Raising human beings : creating a collaborative partnership with your child." New York : Scribner, 201 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The girls reminisce about a spectacular-- and possibly haunted-- piece of folk art they once found at an antique store. Miranda shares statistics about "Summer Slide" when children forget a lot of what they learn in school over summer break. And, just in time for the 4th of July, Mel shares about fireworks safety!! This episode is sure to be a blast. Spotlight:https://www.nokidhungry.org/who-we-areNo Kid Hungry is a national campaign run by Share Our Strength, a nonprofit working to solve problems of hunger and poverty in the United States and around the world. After 25 years of successfully investing in local nonprofits and helping find the best approaches to eradicating poverty and hunger, Share Our Strength launched No Kid Hungry in 2010.Sources:Mel--https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Fireworkshttps://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/burns/types.html Miranda: https://www.ers.usda.gov/amber-waves/2022/february/food-insecurity-for-households-with-children-rose-in-2020-disrupting-decade-long-decline/ https://www.scholastic.com/parents/books-and-reading/raise-a-reader-blog/summer-slide.html https://blog.prepscholar.com/what-is-the-summer-slide Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Miranda regales us with a recent tale of falling out of a tree. The gals reflect on a skillful feat following an Alanis Morrisette concert. Miranda teaches us how to handle our little ones who struggle with wetting the bed. And Mel educates us on Urinary Tract Infections and (possibly) uncovers a great cranberry conspiracy! Spotlight - We support the improvement of urological care by funding research, developing patient education, advancing humanitarian initiatives and pursuing philanthropic support.www.urologyhealth.org  Sources -Mel -https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/urinary-tract-infection/symptoms-causes/syc-20353447 https://www.houstonmethodist.org/blog/articles/2021/nov/uti-home-remedies-does-cranberry-juice-really-help/ https://www.henryford.com/blog/2017/05/8-surprising-facts-utis  https://www.gohealthuc.com/library/five-fast-facts-about-urinary-tract-infections Miranda - https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.5694/j.1326-5377.2005.tb06653.x https://simplyhealth.today/14-common-causes-of-enuresis-in-children/9/  https://www.webmd.com/children/features/bedwetting-causes https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1046/j.1365-2214.2001.00195.x https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article-abstract/98/3/414/60953/Bed-wetting-in-US-Children-Epidemiology-and  https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/article-abstract/486195    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mel mourns missing Bonnaroo this year, but don't worry-- she tells PLENTY of stories of her past festival shenanigans! Also discussed, helping our kids learn self-efficacy through parental building strategies. And, Mel helps us better understand sun poisoning, dehydration, and heat stroke... just in time for your summer music celebrations! Sources - Mel -https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/sun-poisoning https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/dehydration-and-heat-stroke Miranda - Raising Self-Reliant Children in a Self-Indulgent World: Seven Building Blocks for Developing Capable Young People (2000) Glenn, H. S. & Nelsen, J. Three Rivers Press; New York, NY.Spotlight - www.notesfornotes.orgNotes foNotes for Notes® (N4N®) was founded in Santa Barbara, CA in 2006 as an answer to the lack of contemporary musical equipment and programs in public schools in order to provide youth with music and production instruction that produces both positive social-emotional and creative growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time to recognize and celebrate the Father Figures in your life, the 4M way! Mel gives us some insight into men's health for a change, and Miranda shares about the benefits of rough and tumble (aka "dad" play). Plus, the Mayhem Mommas share stories of their own Daddios... you won't want to miss it! Spotlight: All the Rad Dads out there-- Happy Father's Day!! We appreciate you!! Sources:Mel-https://www.health.harvard.edu/topics/mens-healthhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/04/17/mens-health-longevity-gap/Miranda-https://exchangepress.com/library/5018870.pdfhttps://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/142/3/e20182058/38649/The-Power-of-Play-A-Pediatric-Role-in-Enhancing?autologincheck=redirected https://psychcentral.com/health/benefits-of-roughhousing-for-kids#what-is-it https://www.fatherly.com/style/cologne-deodorant-grooming-awards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You're never going to believe how Miranda convinced Mel's son to pee in the woods. Also, learn some fun activities for your Summer camping trips, and how to stay safe from poisonous plants! Spotlight - www.nationalparks.orgNational Park FoundationThe official charity of America's national parks, the National Park Foundation raises private funds that directly aid, support and enrich America's 419 national parks and their programs. Chartered by Congress as the nonprofit partner of the National Park Service they focus on promoting programs and projects that protect precious landscapes and wilderness, historical sites, and places of cultural significance. They work to keep trails clear through their service corps programs and raise and allocate critical funds to keep our national parksSources - Mel - https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/itchy-skin/poison-ivy/touch-plant https://www.webmd.com/allergies/ss/slideshow-poison-plants https://www.sunnysports.com/blog/5-common-poisonous-plants-look-summer/ Miranda- https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/parenting/g27287900/best-camping-games-activities/ https://www.growingplay.com/2023/03/family-camping-activities-2/ https://adventure.howstuffworks.com/outdoor-activities/hiking/10-family-camping-activities.htm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to Mel’s recent Hell week, it’ll make you feel better. Also Miranda gives us some ideas for establishing healthy summer routines and Mel provides some tips to avoid picnic poisoning this summer season. Spotlight - https://flyinghorsefarms.org/ Flying Horse Farms is a medical specialty camp that provides healing, transformative experiences for children with serious illnesses and their families – free of charge. Located in Mt. Gilead, Ohio, they serve children, teens, and young adults who live with cancer, arthritis, rare diseases, and disorders of the heart, lungs, blood, kidneys, and gastrointestinal system. Many campers face co-occurring post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression and other mental health illnesses as a result of their diagnoses. Participants take part in traditional summer camp activities under medical customized supervision. Activities include archery, boating, fishing, arts and crafts, nature, sports and recreation, overnight outpost camping and all group programs. Sources - Mel - https://www.mytpmg.com/avoid-food-poisoning-during-picnics-and-outdoor-events/https://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/foods-linked-illness.htmlhttps://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/food-poisoning Miranda - https://www.printablesfairy.com/summer-schedule-for-kids/ https://formodernkids.com/summer-schedule-for-kids/ https://joyfullifemagazine.com/summer-schedule-for-kids/ https://www.purewow.com/family/daily-schedule-for-kids https://www.splashlearn.com/blog/best-summer-activities-for-kids-to-have-a-blast-this-summer/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Still dealing with residual trauma of a child bathroom fiasco on a past road trip? Wait until you hear Miranda’s story this week! She also shares suggestions to help you avoid such a situation while traveling with your tribe. Also discussed, some interesting facts about yellow stripey things and tips to help your family avoid stings this summer.Spotlight - https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/  The mission of Allergy & Asthma Network is to end the needless death and suffering due to asthma, allergies and related conditions through outreach, education, advocacy and research. Sources - Mel - https://www.renown.org/blog/bug-bites-what-to-look-out-for-this-summer https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/allergies/insect-allergy/ https://sciencenotes.org/do-bees-die-when-they-sting/ https://sciencenotes.org/do-bees-die-when-they-sting/Miranda - https://www.momondo.com/discover/traveling-with-kids https://fullsuitcase.com/travel-tips-young-children/ https://wildkidswander.com/travel-with-kids-tips-tricks/  https://thepointsguy.com/guide/top-family-travel-tips-with-kids/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 11 - On this week’s episode, Mel reminisces about an unfortunate encounter with an evil speed bump. Miranda shares strategies to help your youngster succeed at their end-of-year tests. And, just in time for summer, Mel de-mystifies sunburns and discusses sun safety tips! Spotlight - https://www.skincancer.org/Since 1979, The Skin Cancer Foundation has saved and improved lives. They empower people to take a proactive approach to daily sun protection and the early detection and treatment of skin cancer.Sources -  Mel - https://www.skincancer.org/risk-factors/sunburn/ https://www.mdanderson.org/publications/focused-on-health/What-happens-to-your-skin-when-you-get-a-sunburn.h24Z1591413.html https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/the-science-of-sunscreen https://www.mdanderson.org/publications/focused-on-health/how-sunscreen-works.h27Z1590624.html Miranda - https://www.ecs.org/state-summative-assessments-state-profiles/ https://www.npr.org/sections/ed/2014/11/17/362339421/testing-how-much-is-too-much  https://www.edutopia.org/article/what-does-research-say-about-testing https://www.scholastic.com/parents/school-success/homework-help/study-skills-test-taking-tips/standardized-tests-prepare-and-interpret-results.html  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all mess up, it's an inevitable part of parenting. The question is, have you made bigger mistakes than Mel & Miranda? No, no you probably haven’t. Also, gain some knowledge on why stress is actually so bad for us and learn some ways to cope, just in time for Mother’s Day! Spotlight - Each and every one of you beautiful mamas out there! Take care of yourselves! Sources - Mel - https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-and-the-body https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/understanding-the-stress-responseMiranda - N/A  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Miranda shares the tale of a recent fishing trip gone horribly wrong. Melanie unravels the mysteries of the lymphatic system. Also discussed, how to help kiddos solve problems from an empathic standpoint. Spotlight - https://lymphaticnetwork.org/LE&RN's mission is to fight lymphatic diseases through education, research, and advocacy. We seek to accelerate the prevention, treatments and cures for lymphedema, lipedema, lymphatic anomalies, and the continuum of lymphatic diseases.Sources - Mel - https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/21199-lymphatic-system https://bodyballancer.co.uk/10-fast-facts-lymphatic-system/ Miranda - "Greene, Ross W. ""Raising human beings : creating a collaborative partnership with your child."" New York : Scribner, 201" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Has your husband ever put off fixing something, only to have it blow up in YOUR face (or on your toe, rather)? Mel and Miranda discuss this as well as Intuitive Parenting, and they unpack the mysteries of migraines. Spotlight - www.milesformigraine.orgMiles for Migraine is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission of improving the lives of people with migraine and other headache disorders, and their families, by raising public awareness about this disease, and helping to find a cure. Sources - Mel - https://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/migraines-headaches-migraines https://www.goodrx.com/conditions/migraine/new-natural-at-home-migraine-treatments-alternative Miranda -The Intuitive Parent: Why the Best Thing for Your Child is You. Stephen Camarata, phD. 2015.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear how Melanie nearly mowed down an old man in her Prius! Also… Do you have any unique hobbies, like being a member of an old lady choir? Mel & Miranda discuss these topics as well as the magical, marvelous Maria Montessori… and kidney stones! What are they, and how can we avoid them? Spotlight - https://www.montessori.org/montessori-family-alliance/?et_fb=1&PageSpeed=off%20v Sources - Mel -https://www.webmd.com/kidney-stones/picture-of-the-kidneys https://www.keckmedicine.org/blog/10-surprising-facts-about-kidney-stones/  https://www.kidney.org/atoz/content/kidneystones Miranda -Montessori, Maria. Dr. Montessori's own handbook. [New York, Frederick A. Stokes company, 1914] Image. Retrieved from the Library of Congress, <www.loc.gov/item/14010265/>https://amshq.org/About-Montessori/History-of-Montessori/Who-Was-Maria-Montessori Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our BREAST episode yet!! Join us for a fun game of 'Breastfeeding Mythbusters' and learn some specifics about the different types of breast cancer. Also, as always, some mayhem…Spotlight - www.bcrf.orgwww.lllusa.orgSources - Mel -https://www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer/about/how-common-is-breast-cancer.htmlhttps://www.cdc.gov/cancer/breast/men/index.htm https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/3986-breast-cancer https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/mastectomy/in-depth/prophylactic-mastectomy Miranda-https://www.infantjournal.co.uk/pdf/inf_054_ers.pdf https://doi.org/10.1089/bfm.2014.0141https://freakonomics.com/podcast/season-8-episode-41/https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/everybody-calm-down-about-breastfeeding/ https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/breast-bottle-feeding.html https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/breastfeeding-your-baby/breast-milk-is-the-best-milk https://www.unicef.org/parenting/food-nutrition/14-myths-about-breastfeeding  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever pee your pants? Let's be honest, we all have… but wait until you hear this story of Miranda's date night gone wrong! Also, Mel teaches us about the importance of probiotics and the microbiome, and Miranda educates us about self-regulation for our kiddos... and for ourselves!! Spotlight - https://womeninfilm.org/about/ Founded in 1973 as Women In Film Los Angeles, WIF advocates for and advances the careers of women working in the screen industries—in front of and behind the camera, across all levels of experience—to achieve parity and transform culture. #probiotics #selfregulation #selfcontrol #selfreliantchildren #microbiome #guthealthSources - Mel-https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/probiotics/faq-20058065     https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/14598-probiotics https://people.com/health/scientists-raise-alarm-microbiome-documentary-the-invisible-extinction/ Miranda- Raising Self-Reliant Children in a Self-Indulgent World: Seven Building Blocks for Developing Capable Young People (2000) Glenn, H. S. & Nelsen, J. Three Rivers Press; New York, NY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You zoo plans don’t go as planned? Your kid put their mouth on unpurchased items in the store? Just another week in the world of Miranda & Mel! Also discussed, Collaborative Parenting, the ideals of Dr. Ross Greene. And hookworms, ringworm, and pinworms, oh my!!Spotlight - Deworm the World by Evidence Actionhttps://www.evidenceaction.org/dewormtheworld/ Sources - Mel - https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/hookworm/gen_info/faqs.html https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/what-you-should-know-about-ringworm https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/pinworm.html Miranda - https://courses.lumenlearning.com/adolescent/chapter/identity-development-theory/ Greene, Ross W. "Raising human beings : creating a collaborative partnership with your child." New York : Scribner, 2016.#ringworm #hookworm #pinworms #identity #raisinghumanbeings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Birthday shenanigans as 30+ married moms, Mel & Miranda still make plans, but they don't always go exactly as they should (and the outcome is usually hilarious)! Also, do you have trouble sleeping? Mel & Miranda certainly do! They'll discuss insomnia as well as recommended screen time and the possible link between the two. Sources - Miranda - https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/children-and-screen-time https://www.commonsensemedia.org/research/the-common-sense-census-media-use-by-tweens-and-teens-2019 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3420264/ https://www.unicef.org/parenting/child-development/babies-screen-timehttps://www.who.int/news-room/detail/24-04-2019-to-grow-up-healthy-children-need-to-sit-less-and-play-morehttps://www.apa.org/monitor/2020/04/cover-kids-screenshttps://childmind.org/article/value-screen-time-toddlers-preschoolers/https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/Why-to-Avoid-TV-Before-Age-2.aspxhttps://www.colorado.edu/today/2021/09/09/do-screens-really-hurt-kids-not-much-and-they-may-have-some-benefits#:~:text=Like%20previous%2C%20smaller%20studies%2C%20the,Disorder%20and%20Oppositional%20Defiant%20Disorder Mel - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/insomnia/symptoms-causes/syc-20355167https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/how-electronics-affect-sleepSpotlight-  American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundationhttps://foundation.aasm.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever thought you were going to a fun coffee shop but ended up in the physical location of a weird Multi-level Marketing scheme? Miranda has! Also discussed, Swiss psychologist Jean Piget's stages of development and the unkind, mysterious condition of endometriosis.Spotlight - The Endometriosis Foundation of Americahttps://www.endofound.org/ Sources - Mel - https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/10857-endometriosis https://www.webmd.com/women/endometriosis/endometriosis-causes-symptoms-treatmentMiranda - https://positivepsychology.com/piaget-stages-theory/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your daycare is closing with little notice? You finally get a chance to go out to dinner with just adults and there's a roach on the restaurant wall? Just an average week for Mel & Miranda! Join them as they also discuss Alfred Adler's Birth Order Theory and babies born from 30 year-old embryos...what!?! Spotlight - Big Brothers Big Sisters of America www.bbbs.org Sources - Mel - https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-63718914 https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-36450328 Miranda - Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy; Gerald Corey (Author) ; Print Book, English, 2017 ; Edition: Tenth editionhttps://www.youtube.com/user/thetim7 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Motherhood, Mayhem, & Medical Mysteries!! Miranda & Mel are here to tell you all about issues in parenting, child psychology, women & children's health, and of course... MAYHEM!! Join us each week to learn about a medical issue and raising children. We keep it fun, we keep it light, we keep it slightly kooky. Grab an adult beverage and come along for the ride! New episodes drop every Monday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.