The Mommy Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychroniclesA Parenting Show with a Twist: Chock full of Tips, Advice, Resources (and a few epic fails!)enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 13:45:00 GMTFri, 02 Mar 2018 16:00:00 GMTMoms and FamilyBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/370ae422-ef65-4be3-9622-c806bfe2a6b1_copy_of_mc_promo_piece_updated_3_21_17.jpgThe Mommy Chronicleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychroniclesA Parenting Show with a Twist: Chock full of Tips, Advice, Resources (and a few epic fails!)feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comParenting,Family,Community,Children,Teens,FaithThe Mommy Chronicles 2014noYour Parenting Partners in Raising Phenomenal ChildrenepisodicWomen in Business Ep. 5 - Wakanda is Here: AdaChic & C. Nichole Thompsonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2018/03/02/women-in-business-ep-5--wakanda-is-here-adachic-c-nichole-thompsonMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2018/03/02/women-in-business-ep-5--wakanda-is-here-adachic-c-nichole-thompson/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2018/03/02/women-in-business-ep-5--wakanda-is-here-adachic-c-nichole-thompsonFri, 02 Mar 2018 16:00:00 GMTWomen in Business Ep. 5 - Wakanda is Here: AdaChic & C. Nichole ThompsonJoin us as we chat with Dr. C. Nichole Thompson. She shares her vision for Black women and girls across the diaspora and how that vision yielded AdaChic Designs. An higher education administrator, with a background in fashion merchandising, Dr. Thompson brings the perfect mix of skills, passion, and commitment to the fore to create innovative ideas in community! She talks reaching back, self-discovery and going  home!   You WILL want to hear her story! 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nowomen,business,Family,community,economic developmentUsing High Fashion Handbags as a Tool to Impact a Two Nations - Dr. C. Nichole Thompson and her Vision - AdaChic Designs38f822da-87d3-4678-a5b8-4587680becf046fullRoadside Safety: Tips Every Woman Needs Out Here in these Streetshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/12/01/roadside-safety-tips-every-woman-needs-in-these-streetsMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/12/01/roadside-safety-tips-every-woman-needs-in-these-streets/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/12/01/roadside-safety-tips-every-woman-needs-in-these-streetsFri, 01 Dec 2017 16:00:00 GMTRoadside Safety: Tips Every Woman Needs Out Here in these StreetsIt's happened at least once in your driving life. You turn the key and nothing happens or you leave work late one evening only to find your brand new car has a flat tire and there's not a soul in sight to help you change it. With all the advances in automotive technology, none offer protection from basic car trouble which means you'd better have a plan in case it ever happens to you. Seriously. Can you jumpstart the car if the battery dies or fix that flat without calling roadside assistance? Think about it before you get behind the wheel again, then listen to today's show as we share basic tips to get you from Point A to B with confidence. 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noautomotive safety,women,car maintenance,safety tips,carsIt's happened at least once in your driving life. You turn the key and nothing happens or you leave work late one evening only to find your brand new car has a437aa337-5b29-495a-bce2-d596451ec17345fullPuppy Love, Crushing, and Swerving: Real Talk About Real Life with Your Teenshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/11/17/puppy-love-crushing-and-swerving-real-talk-about-real-life-with-your-teensMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/11/17/puppy-love-crushing-and-swerving-real-talk-about-real-life-with-your-teens/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/11/17/puppy-love-crushing-and-swerving-real-talk-about-real-life-with-your-teensFri, 17 Nov 2017 16:00:00 GMTPuppy Love, Crushing, and Swerving: Real Talk About Real Life with Your TeensThe number of teens who have had sex remained stable in recent years according to a report released in June from the National Survey of Family Growth (NSFG), Sexual Activity and Contraceptive Use Among Teenagers in the United States, 2011-2015. In 2011-2015 81% of female teens used some type of contraception when they first had intercourse, up from 74% in 2002. In 2015, fewer than six in ten high school students who were sexually active reported using condoms at their most recent sexual intercourse. Condom use among this group increased from 46 percent in 1991, to 63 percent in 2003, but has since declined, reaching 57 percent in 2015. Simultaneously, parents and other engaged adults struggle with effective communication methods regarding sex and teens. There are two talks – the mechanics and the navigation. We call “The Mechanics Talk – The First Talk. The Navigation of the teen social world and all its nuances we call The Second talk. Have you had the second talk with your kids. We know – some of us haven’t had the FIRST one! Among never-married teens in 2011-2015, 42% of females and 44% of males had sexual intercourse at least one time, similar to numbers from 2006-2010. Join Tonya and Denise as they share their challenges with managing the contemporary issues of teens, love and crushing!  00:30:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noparenting,dating,high school,teens,sexHave you had THE talk with your kids? Talking about Sex isn't easy. Join the hosts as they share their challenges!f95e6865-e306-4fbb-be0a-280b9d0ec41b44fullFlight of the Arts: Celebrating the River Region's Creative Communityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/09/15/flight-of-the-arts-celebrating-the-river-regions-creative-community-1Moms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/09/15/flight-of-the-arts-celebrating-the-river-regions-creative-community-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/09/15/flight-of-the-arts-celebrating-the-river-regions-creative-community-1Fri, 15 Sep 2017 15:00:00 GMTFlight of the Arts: Celebrating the River Region's Creative CommunityIn practically every family, there are those who express themselves through the arts. Whether with instruments, on canvas, through the lens, language or countless other ways, creatives  have the remarkable ability to add to the richness and complexity of communities.  The largest celebration for the Arts and Humanities kicks off in October with participants showcasing their talents from coast-to-coast. In conjunction with that effort, the second annual "Flight of the Arts" highlights creatives throughout the River Region.  Kalonji Gilchrist, the creative genius behind that event is our guest today. He'll discuss his vision for the celebration, how, when and where local youth will showcase their talents, plus give the inside scoop on "Tank and The Bangas" the New Orleans-based funk-soul and musical group with Montgomery ties, that's taking the world by storm. 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noarts,youth,talent,showcase,familyCelebrate National Arts and Humanities Month through the artist expression of the River Region's Talented YouthJourneys: Freedom, Living and Uplifting our Babieshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/05/05/journeys-freedom-living-and-uplifting-our-babiesMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/05/05/journeys-freedom-living-and-uplifting-our-babies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/05/05/journeys-freedom-living-and-uplifting-our-babiesFri, 05 May 2017 15:00:00 GMTJourneys: Freedom, Living and Uplifting our BabiesThe Mommy Chronicle's hosts Tonya & Denise engage our special guest, JP Da Poet, as he shares his experience in spoken word and working with young people on finding their voices. In addition to discussing some of the timely issues impacting family, they will also share information about an upcoming Poetry Workshop, Journey to Freedom! You don't want to miss this!  00:30:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nocommunity,families,kids,poetry,spoken wordThe Mommy Chronicle's hosts Tonya & Denise engage our special guest, JP Da Poet, as he shares his experience in spoken word and working with young people on finJourney to Freedom: Reminiscing on the Past and Plotting our Futurehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/04/21/journey-to-freedom-reminiscing-on-the-past-and-plotting-our-futureMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/04/21/journey-to-freedom-reminiscing-on-the-past-and-plotting-our-future/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/04/21/journey-to-freedom-reminiscing-on-the-past-and-plotting-our-futureFri, 21 Apr 2017 15:00:00 GMTJourney to Freedom: Reminiscing on the Past and Plotting our FutureThe Mommy Chronicles hosts had an opportunity to share in the horrific legacy of the lynching of Mr. Elmore Bolling with his surviving children as internationally acclaimed artist Renee Billingslea exhibits her piece, "Fabric of Race: Lynching in America" at the Rosa Parks Museum in historic downtown Montgomery, AL. In this community, those stories never faded, and families whose loved ones succumbed to terror at the hands of racist mobs, reflect on their past through Billingslea's work, as it recalls those names and honors their memories. 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nofreedom,liberty,family,community,empowermentFinding yourself in the fabric of American historySummer Fun, not Summer Slump - Part IIhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/04/04/summer-fun-not-summer-slump--part-iiMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/04/04/summer-fun-not-summer-slump--part-ii/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/04/04/summer-fun-not-summer-slump--part-iiTue, 04 Apr 2017 17:00:00 GMTSummer Fun, not Summer Slump - Part IIIn the world of summer programs, it's rare to find any that primarily focus on fostering cultural curiosity among campers. Our guest today not only represents that rare jewel, she is the founder and executive director of Kids and Culture Camp of Washington, D.C. Be prepared to be blown away by Jania Otey, attorney, wife, homeschool mom and community activist and the team of cooperative educators, many of whom are parents whose children are enrolled in the camp. Their backgrounds in a variety of areas including international studies, political science, hospitality management, graphic design, and more are the energy behind Kids and Culture Camp. Join us as we discover the inspiration behind KCC as well as how you can enroll your children this summer. 00:30:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nosummer camp,children,kids,international,africaThe Moms share more exciting summer opportunities - this time for our Mid-Atlantic listeners!Summer Fun not Summer Slump: Planning Your Children's Summer Enrichmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/03/31/summer-fun-not-summer-slump-planning-your-childrens-summer-enrichmentMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/03/31/summer-fun-not-summer-slump-planning-your-childrens-summer-enrichment/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/03/31/summer-fun-not-summer-slump-planning-your-childrens-summer-enrichmentFri, 31 Mar 2017 15:00:00 GMTSummer Fun not Summer Slump: Planning Your Children's Summer EnrichmentEvery summer families scramble to locate enriching, affordable activities for their children. Tonya and Denise are no different. Do you enroll them in a math camp, art class, or keep them at home? When you have 3 or more children, summer activities can become even more of a dilemma because of the expense associated with many of these programs. Gone are the days with the inexpensive camps being held at local public schools - or are they?! Join us and our special guest, Ms. Guenada Lambert of the Tonea Stewart Performing Arts Camps held annually in Montgomery, AL as she shares the benefit of participating in the camp which she directs! We will also share some other great summer opportunities for children! 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noparenting,summer programs,children,arts,theatre campSummer is approaching - fast! What are planning for your kiddos? Join us as we figure it out!What're You Cookin' for Dinner: Real Talk about Real Mealshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/03/17/whatre-you-cookin-for-dinner-real-talk-about-real-mealsMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/03/17/whatre-you-cookin-for-dinner-real-talk-about-real-meals/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/03/17/whatre-you-cookin-for-dinner-real-talk-about-real-mealsFri, 17 Mar 2017 15:00:00 GMTWhat're You Cookin' for Dinner: Real Talk about Real MealsEver get tired of eating the same ole thing for dinner week after week? Cora Crocker-Evans, health activitst and nutrition teacher from Mobile, AL could change all that! She's got the answers for families who want practicle advice for healthy meal planning and prep. While juggling hectic schedules may be the norm, unhealthy food choices don't have to be. Learn how to shop, where to shop and the best way to perk up your menu with a few simple techniques. And what about organic foods? Are they always better for you compared to traditionally grown items? Get the answers to that and more when Cora shares her skills with your hosts, Denise Davis-Maye and Tonya Scott-Williams on The Mommy Chronicles, Friday at 10:00 a.m. CST. 00:30:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nomeal planning,dinnertable,moms,Moms And Family,dads and familyHealthy eating is possible for busy families. We'll tell you how on Friday's show!Jubilee: Celebrating the Voting Rights Movement Through the Artshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/03/03/jubilee-celebrating-the-voting-rights-movement-through-the-artsMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/03/03/jubilee-celebrating-the-voting-rights-movement-through-the-arts/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/03/03/jubilee-celebrating-the-voting-rights-movement-through-the-artsFri, 03 Mar 2017 16:00:00 GMTJubilee: Celebrating the Voting Rights Movement Through the ArtsWhile all eyes turn to Selma, Alabama, the seat of the Voting Rights Movement which resulted in the subsequent Voting Rights Act of 1965, celebrations honoring the region also unfold in Montgomery, AL. Friday, we'll meet a Michelle Browder, founder of the "I Am More Than: Youth Empowerment Iniative, who is  inspiring the community to re-engage with the movement through art, music and historical remembrance. 00:30:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014novoting rights act,voting rights movement,history,art,youthAlabama artists and activists commemorate America's voting rights history through the artsHealthy Habits: A Family Affairhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/02/10/healthy-habits-a-family-affairMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/02/10/healthy-habits-a-family-affair/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/02/10/healthy-habits-a-family-affairFri, 10 Feb 2017 17:00:00 GMTHealthy Habits: A Family AffairColds, flu, allergies, bacterial and viral infections, communicable diseases, anxiety and chronic illness, lions, tigers and bears. We live in one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Yet, we remain vulnerable to slight and significant health challenges. Dr. Marguerite Barber-Owens, MD joins us to share some of the most challenging issues in family and community medicine. Join us live and then check out our Facebook Live stream as we hang out at the Medical Advocacy and Outreach (MAO )2017 Breaking Barriers Summit. The Summit will be held at the Renaissance Hotel in downtown Montgomery, Alabama on February 11th, 2017 from 8:30 AM – 4:45 PM. We will be in the building! 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nofamily,parenting,family health,health,communityThe Mommy Chronicles tackle health, family, and community.Making Up & Making Out: A Discussion on Appearance & Datinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/01/28/making-up-making-out-a-discussion-on-appearance-datingMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/01/28/making-up-making-out-a-discussion-on-appearance-dating/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/01/28/making-up-making-out-a-discussion-on-appearance-datingSat, 28 Jan 2017 16:00:00 GMTMaking Up & Making Out: A Discussion on Appearance & DatingTonya and Denise talk about common milestones in parenting and growing up. Dreaded by some, your child's first introduction to and interest in make-up can be an opportunity for communicating your values about internal and external beauty - how would you handle it! After personal appearance becomes an interest for young people, interest in dating is usually not too far behind. When is the right time? Is there a perfect age? How have you handled this stage of parenting? Log on, e-mail, tweet and call in to share your thoughts! 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noparenting,kids,makeup,dating,girlsIt's time to talk make-up and dating! Are you ready?"The Mommy Chronicles" Is Back!!!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/01/14/the-mommy-chronicles-is-backMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/01/14/the-mommy-chronicles-is-back/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2017/01/14/the-mommy-chronicles-is-backSat, 14 Jan 2017 16:00:00 GMT"The Mommy Chronicles" Is Back!!!The Mommy Chronicles' hosts, Tonya Scott Williams and Denise Davis-Maye are returning to podcasting with a vengeance. Join them for their relaunch as they share all the exciting activities they have participated in, the travels, the epic mom wins and of course a few fails! We have a few surprises, give-aways and we will even be taping on Facebook Live!!! Join us! Check out what they have been up to and what they have planned for the year.  You, our followers, our VIPS, will get a sneak peak at whats coming up in 2017!! 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nofamilies,children,parenting,moms,communityBack from a year-long sabbatical - refreshed, energized and ready - join the Mommy Chronicles on their return to podcasts!Incontrovertible Truths: Teaching our Children Their Confederate Historyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/04/27/incontrovertible-truths-teaching-our-children-their-confederate-historyMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/04/27/incontrovertible-truths-teaching-our-children-their-confederate-history/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/04/27/incontrovertible-truths-teaching-our-children-their-confederate-historyMon, 27 Apr 2015 16:00:00 GMTIncontrovertible Truths: Teaching our Children Their Confederate HistoryLiving in the south, with all its charms, traditions and iconography does not offer access into certain aspects of her history, especially when that history involves discussions around the Civil War and the Confederacy. The inability to rake through the smoldering ashes of a war fought 150 years ago, allows for a one-sided narrative that sometimes misrepresents the causes for war, the people - enslaved and free - who lived through the war and and its aftermath. Although it is a necessary, and some might add, long overdue undertaking, it is also anxiety ridden, especially within the black community. How can parents of color approach this subject and explain to their children a war fought over, among other things, a system of that relegated their ancestors to permanent servitude? Today, the Mommy Chronicles is on site as the Alabama State University Department of History and Political Science explores those issues by examining the Civil War history at its first Confederate Memorial Day "Mini" Conference. 00:30:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noconfederacy,memorial,enslaved people,slavery,southLiving in the south, with all its charms, traditions and iconography does not offer access into certain aspects of her history, especially when that history invTapping Your Inner Chef: Simple Meal Planning and Prep Ideas for Busy Familieshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/04/13/tapping-your-inner-chef-simple-meal-planning-and-prep-ideas-for-busy-familiesMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/04/13/tapping-your-inner-chef-simple-meal-planning-and-prep-ideas-for-busy-families/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/04/13/tapping-your-inner-chef-simple-meal-planning-and-prep-ideas-for-busy-familiesMon, 13 Apr 2015 13:00:00 GMTTapping Your Inner Chef: Simple Meal Planning and Prep Ideas for Busy FamiliesWhat's for dinner? If you're like your hosts, that's an inconvenient question that’s batted around quite a bit in your home. Apparently, we're not alone! According to "Food Genius" founder Justin Massa during a recent National Public Radio interview, "…70 to 80% of Americans do not know what we're going to have for dinner at 4:00 p.m." The company, which analyzes data for the food industry, is just one resource grocers nationwide are using to fill the dinner gap for busy families, only today, the offerings are taking a turn towards a seemingly healthier trend. Keep in mind, convenience comes at a price! And another thing, do we really want big-box-grocers and other food engineers making decisions that were once the domain of the family cook? Hardly! Local chef and restaurant owner Davena Jernigan offers time saving tips from her treasure trove of food wisdom - tips that'll take the anxiety out of meal planning and inspire families to look no further than their own pantries for answers. So, what are you gonna do Monday morning? Listen to the Mommy Chronicles of course, ‘cause you know this show is just what you’ve been waiting for! 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nofood,career women,meal prep,cooking,healthy eatingWhat's for dinner? If you're like your hosts, that's an inconvenient question that’s batted around quite a bit in your home. Apparently, we're not alone! AccorVoting Rights Youth: Bearing Witness to History's Youngest Championshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/02/27/voting-rights-youth-bearing-witness-to-historys-youngest-championsEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/02/27/voting-rights-youth-bearing-witness-to-historys-youngest-champions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/02/27/voting-rights-youth-bearing-witness-to-historys-youngest-championsFri, 27 Feb 2015 14:00:00 GMTVoting Rights Youth: Bearing Witness to History's Youngest ChampionsAs the momentum of the Voting Rights Movement steadily increased, children on the front lines, the side roads, and medians of the movement carried the weight of the struggle to varied acclaim. In this show, our hosts, along with historian and professor, Derryn E. Moten, Ph.D. reach across the most celebrated milestones to the little-known mileposts underscoring the era’s youngest champions. What did they see? How did they live? Why did they act? Join us Friday, February 27th at 8:00 a.m. for an engaging reflection on our glorious past. 01:00:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014novoting rights movement,youth,children,history,teensAs the momentum of the Voting Rights Movement steadily increased, children on the front lines, the side roads, and medians of the movement carried the weight ofHair Stories: Managing the Love and Politics in Grooming Black Girls Hairhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/02/06/hair-stories-managing-the-love-and-politics-in-grooming-black-girls-hairMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/02/06/hair-stories-managing-the-love-and-politics-in-grooming-black-girls-hair/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2015/02/06/hair-stories-managing-the-love-and-politics-in-grooming-black-girls-hairFri, 06 Feb 2015 14:00:00 GMTHair Stories: Managing the Love and Politics in Grooming Black Girls HairIf you are the mother of a Black girl, it is highly likely that you have had to think about or pariticipate in some EXTENSIVE discussion about your child's hair - how will you style it, chemicals or no chemicals, braids or loose, coily or heat. For some of us we are still making decisions about our own. There are dozens of sites, blogs, and YouTube channels which address just this issue. Join us as we chat with our guest, blogger, 19 y.o. Chekayla Bradly, with the blog, "Curly in College" about the experiences some Black girls have surroundin their choices of hairstyles.  00:30:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noParenting,Hair,Natural vs Chemically Processed,Black GirlsIf you are the mother of a Black girl, it is highly likely that you have had to think about or pariticipate in some EXTENSIVE discussion about your child's hairLet's Talk School: The ABCs of Doing Parental Educational Engagementhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/12/18/lets-talk-school-the-abcs-of-doing-parental-educational-engagementMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/12/18/lets-talk-school-the-abcs-of-doing-parental-educational-engagement/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/12/18/lets-talk-school-the-abcs-of-doing-parental-educational-engagementThu, 18 Dec 2014 19:30:00 GMTLet's Talk School: The ABCs of Doing Parental Educational Engagement We are inviting you to join us and a group of moms on site at a local public school! There will be sharing, caring, and coming together around engaging in the best educational support for our children! The parents will be considering lessons learned related to supporting their children's intellectual and emotional development in the context of public schools. We hope to share some parental successes and a couple of parental fails! Join us!  00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noschool,parental involvement,public schools,rural communities,learningWe are inviting you to join us and a group of moms on site at a local public school! There will be sharing, caring, and coming together around engaging in theWomen in Business: Episode 3http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/12/09/women-in-business-episode-3Moms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/12/09/women-in-business-episode-3/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/12/09/women-in-business-episode-3Tue, 09 Dec 2014 16:00:00 GMTWomen in Business: Episode 3Tonya and Denise chat with Nita and Fred Johnson, the owners and brain trust behind The Little Red Cupcake store at 638 Hall Street in Montgomery, Alabama! The Johnsons will share what it takes to run a business? What motivates them? A 00:30:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noBusiness,community,cupcakes,husband wife team,entrepreneurTonya and Denise chat with Nita and Fred Johnson, the owners and brain trust behind The Little Red Cupcake store at 638 Hall Street in Montgomery, Alabama! TheWomen in Business: The Sweet Stories Behind the Cupcake Craze - Episode 2http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/12/02/women-in-business-the-sweet-stories-behind-the-cupcake-craze--episode-2Moms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/12/02/women-in-business-the-sweet-stories-behind-the-cupcake-craze--episode-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/12/02/women-in-business-the-sweet-stories-behind-the-cupcake-craze--episode-2Tue, 02 Dec 2014 17:00:00 GMTWomen in Business: The Sweet Stories Behind the Cupcake Craze - Episode 2So we are back on cupcakes and the women that make them a central part of our lives! Our next featured 'woman behind the sweets" is Tish Leonard,owner and executive pastry chef at Cupcakes by Tish. We'll not only sample cupcakes from these local bakers, we'll interview the owners so that you can hear their cupcake stories. What does it take to run a business? What motivates them? And why, oh why, are their cupcakes so good? Tune in Tuesday, December 2nd at 11:00 a.m. CST for our chat with Tish who has 3 locations in Montgomery, including 1940 Mulberry St., 7276 Eastchase Pkwy, and one on Maxwell Airforce Base. 00:30:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noCupcakes by Tish,cupcakes,women in business,local,foodSo we are back on cupcakes and the women that make them a central part of our lives! Our next featured 'woman behind the sweets" is Tish Leonard,owner and execuThe Pot of a Gold at the End of the Rainbow:The Public Libraryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/11/25/the-pot-of-a-gold-at-the-end-of-the-rainbowthe-public-libraryMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/11/25/the-pot-of-a-gold-at-the-end-of-the-rainbowthe-public-library/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/11/25/the-pot-of-a-gold-at-the-end-of-the-rainbowthe-public-libraryTue, 25 Nov 2014 16:00:00 GMTThe Pot of a Gold at the End of the Rainbow:The Public Library Tonya and Denise will have a special guest to share all the wonderful resources and services available at your local neighborhood public library. In addition to talking about the book clubs, reading lists, tutorial services, the hosts and their guest will also share their favorite finds. The visit is like a kid in a candy store for parents of children who love books, or for those of you who are trying to convince kids to like books! Either way, the public  library is a great parenting resource. 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noLibrary,digital resources,reading,family time,booksTonya and Denise will have a special guest to share all the wonderful resources and services available at your local neighborhood public library. In addition tWomen in Business: The Sweet Stories Behind the Local Cupcake Crazehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/11/04/women-in-business-the-sweet-stories-behind-the-local-cupcake-crazeMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/11/04/women-in-business-the-sweet-stories-behind-the-local-cupcake-craze/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/11/04/women-in-business-the-sweet-stories-behind-the-local-cupcake-crazeTue, 04 Nov 2014 14:30:00 GMTWomen in Business: The Sweet Stories Behind the Local Cupcake CrazeYou've heard us occassionally chat about cupcakes during our podcasts, right? Well, we've decided to take it a step further and feature the women behind the sweets. We'll not only sample cupcakes from these local bakers, we'll interview the owners so that you can hear their cupcake stories. What does it take to run a business? What motivates them? And why, oh why, are their cupcakes so darned good? Tune in Tuesday, November 4th at 8:30 a.m. for our chat with Ida McCrary, baker and owner of Jozettie's Cupcakes at 1404 South Decatur Street in Montgomery. 00:29:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nocupcakes,Jozettie's,Ida McCrary,sweets,women in businessYou've heard us occassionally chat about cupcakes during our podcasts, right? Well, we've decided to take it a step further and feature the women behind the sweThe Mommy Chronicles is Back!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/10/21/the-mommy-chronicles-is-back-1Moms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/10/21/the-mommy-chronicles-is-back-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/10/21/the-mommy-chronicles-is-back-1Tue, 21 Oct 2014 13:00:00 GMTThe Mommy Chronicles is Back!After a 3 month sabbatical, your favorite mommas are back in the game...sharing tips and faux pas for days! Our audience will be able to check out our launch, our you tube channel, our cooking trials, and our special guests! 00:09:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noLaunch,promotion,cooking,sex talk,parentingAfter a 3 month sabbatical, your favorite mommas are back in the game...sharing tips and faux pas for days! Our audience will be able to check out our launch,The Clothing Wars: What’s Hot and What’s Not?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/06/05/the-clothing-wars-whats-hot-and-whats-notMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/06/05/the-clothing-wars-whats-hot-and-whats-not/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/06/05/the-clothing-wars-whats-hot-and-whats-notThu, 05 Jun 2014 16:00:00 GMTThe Clothing Wars: What’s Hot and What’s Not?Do your teen's jeans hang down past their boxers? Do they wear suggestive, violent, or offensive clothing? In some form or another, moms and mom-types are in that struggle to determine what is allowed on their kids' backsides. It’s not easy being a parent these days; so many things seem to slip out of our control. What hasn’t changed is the war between good and questionable clothing choices. Your parents debated the case with you and now you’re at it with your children – the great battle over what is and isn’t appropriate to wear. This week, we talk about our parental fashion hits and misses and discover ways to allow our children the freedom of fashion expression. 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noclothing,fashion,swag,tweens and preteens,teensDo your teen's jeans hang down past their boxers? Do they wear suggestive, violent, or offensive clothing? In some form or another, moms and mom-types are in thHow To Raise Money Smart Kids Without Even Tryinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/06/02/how-to-raise-money-smart-kids-without-even-tryingMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/06/02/how-to-raise-money-smart-kids-without-even-trying/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/06/02/how-to-raise-money-smart-kids-without-even-tryingMon, 02 Jun 2014 14:30:00 GMTHow To Raise Money Smart Kids Without Even TryingHow to Raise Money Smart Kids Without Even Trying Teaching good money habits to your children is an important step to helping them become responsible adults. But what does that look like and how do you whittle down seemingly monumental, abstract notions into conceivable financial virtues? The answers may be as close as the pennies in your purse. So, before enrolling your 5-year-old in financial boot camp, listen Monday as Denise and Tonya introduce practical tips for raising money smart kids. 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nomoney management,kids,saving,spending,allowanceHow to Raise Money Smart Kids Without Even Trying Teaching good money habits to your children is an important step to helping them become responsible adults. BSummer Fun or Summer Slump: Balance and Summer Plans for our Kidshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/26/summer-fun-or-summer-slump-balance-and-summer-plans-for-our-kidsMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/26/summer-fun-or-summer-slump-balance-and-summer-plans-for-our-kids/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/26/summer-fun-or-summer-slump-balance-and-summer-plans-for-our-kidsMon, 26 May 2014 14:30:00 GMTSummer Fun or Summer Slump: Balance and Summer Plans for our KidsRemember the time when summer days meant lazy mornings, days chock full of jump rope, swimming in the creek (or getting doused by the fire hydrant for us city kids), with no real schedule if you were under 15? WAKE-UP!!!! Didn't you know your child's summer has to be planned down to the second? Well we didn't either! Do you want to avoid needing a vacation from your summer vacation?  Join Tonya and Denise as they share their challenges with Summer Planning and offer some tips to creating a balanced summer that won't wear you out! 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nosummer fun,summer activities,camp,enrichment activities,slumpRemember the time when summer days meant lazy mornings, days chock full of jump rope, swimming in the creek (or getting doused by the fire hydrant for us city kKetchup is a Vegetable: Meal Prep for 21st Century Familieshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/19/ketchup-is-a-vegetable-meal-prep-for-21st-century-familiesMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/19/ketchup-is-a-vegetable-meal-prep-for-21st-century-families/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/19/ketchup-is-a-vegetable-meal-prep-for-21st-century-familiesMon, 19 May 2014 14:30:00 GMTKetchup is a Vegetable: Meal Prep for 21st Century FamiliesMom hosts, Tonya and Denise, discuss their own challenges with meal planning and preparations in an effort to help you get it together in your own home! When the kids ask, "What's for dinner?", does it make you cringe or are you "Johnny-on-the-spot" with meals planned for the next 30 days? While we give parents falling into the latter group the serious side-eye, join us as we share some of our embarrassing moments and some tips   to move closer to bringing out the B. Smith trapped inside of us! 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noMeals,organization,nutrition,Snacks,familyMom hosts, Tonya and Denise, discuss their own challenges with meal planning and preparations in an effort to help you get it together in your own home! When tTalkin' about Race Part 2: Introducing a Tough Topic to Your Kidshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/13/talkin-about-race-part-2-introducing-a-tough-topic-to-your-kidsMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/13/talkin-about-race-part-2-introducing-a-tough-topic-to-your-kids/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/13/talkin-about-race-part-2-introducing-a-tough-topic-to-your-kidsTue, 13 May 2014 15:30:00 GMTTalkin' about Race Part 2: Introducing a Tough Topic to Your KidsTwo Moms chat about helping children understand their individual experiences related to race and how they are connected to broadere societal interpretations of race. This discussion is particularly important considering controversial polices affecting children of color.   00:30:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noACT testing,stop and frisk,racism,children,tough loveTwo Moms chat about helping children understand their individual experiences related to race and how they are connected to broadere societal interpretations ofTalkin' about Race: Introducing a Tough Topic to Your Kidshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/13/talkin-about-race-introducing-a-tough-topic-to-your-kidsMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/13/talkin-about-race-introducing-a-tough-topic-to-your-kids/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/13/talkin-about-race-introducing-a-tough-topic-to-your-kidsTue, 13 May 2014 14:30:00 GMTTalkin' about Race: Introducing a Tough Topic to Your KidsTwo Moms chat about helping children understand their individual experiences related to race and how they are connected to broader societal interpretations of race. This discussion is particularly important considering controversial policies affecting children of color.   00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noACT Testing,stop and frisk,racism,children,tough loveTwo Moms chat about helping children understand their individual experiences related to race and how they are connected to broader societal interpretations of rThe Body Conflict: How Body Image Shapes our Girlshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/05/the-body-conflict-how-body-image-shapes-our-girlsMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/05/the-body-conflict-how-body-image-shapes-our-girls/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/05/05/the-body-conflict-how-body-image-shapes-our-girlsMon, 05 May 2014 15:00:00 GMTThe Body Conflict: How Body Image Shapes our GirlsWhat is beauty? Mental and physical health issues surrounding body typing. Economic impact of the beauty industry. Recognizing the internal struggle to achieve unattainable body images. 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nohealth,beauty,body image,tweens,teensWhat is beauty? Mental and physical health issues surrounding body typing. Economic impact of the beauty industry. Recognizing the internal struggle to achieHelicoptering: Super-parent or Overcompensationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/04/28/helicoptering-super-parent-or-overcompensationMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/04/28/helicoptering-super-parent-or-overcompensation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/04/28/helicoptering-super-parent-or-overcompensationMon, 28 Apr 2014 16:00:00 GMTHelicoptering: Super-parent or OvercompensationTwo moms discuss the benefits and risks related to overparenting with humor and a bit of snarkiness. Included in the discussion are reasons parents helicopter and the possible negative child development outcomes. Encourages parents toward awareness of parenting styles and offers balanced parenting strategies. 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nohelicopter parenting,overparenting,tiger mothers,tiger moms,bullyingTwo moms discuss the benefits and risks related to overparenting with humor and a bit of snarkiness. Included in the discussion are reasons parents helicopter aComputers, Cliques and Mean Girls: Bullying in 2014http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/04/28/computers-cliques-and-mean-girls-bullying-in-2014Moms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/04/28/computers-cliques-and-mean-girls-bullying-in-2014/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/04/28/computers-cliques-and-mean-girls-bullying-in-2014Mon, 28 Apr 2014 14:30:00 GMTComputers, Cliques and Mean Girls: Bullying in 2014How is today's technology enabling cyber-bullying? Classroom dynamicsAdult participation in child bullyingpopular kids vs "others"Identifying the clues that your child is being bullied00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014nobullying,girls,parental support,intervention,technologyHow is today's technology enabling cyber-bullying? Classroom dynamicsAdult participation in child bullyingpopular kids vs "others"Identifying the clues that youSpanking and Napping: Overused and Underused Parenting Toolshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/04/23/spanking-and-napping-overused-and-underused-parenting-tools-1Moms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/04/23/spanking-and-napping-overused-and-underused-parenting-tools-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommychronicles/2014/04/23/spanking-and-napping-overused-and-underused-parenting-tools-1Wed, 23 Apr 2014 20:30:00 GMTSpanking and Napping: Overused and Underused Parenting ToolsHosts review trending parenting news and offer tricks of the parenting trade 00:31:00The Mommy Chronicles 2014noSpanking,napping,moms,exhaustionHosts review trending parenting news and offer tricks of the parenting trade