Get your tissues Village Things get a little emotional on this episode as Codie Ashley and Melanie talk about the dynamics of adult friendships self awareness and half marathons Two of the Mamas even work through a conflict in their own friendship and shed a few tears along the way But its important to note no matter what anybody thinks know that youre capable of doing whatever you set your mind to Mamas
Lets be honest Village today was chaotic but we got there The Mamas get into all things marriage partnership Fee Codie Melanie and Ashley discuss how to move through challenges with your partner which relationships they look to for inspiration and what it means to choose your partner While they all have different relationships and perspectives theyre all in agreement that in every marriage you have to just do you
Welcome back Village As Halloween approaches the Mamas discuss their family costumes traditions and what decorating looks like at their house or lack thereof Codie Ashely and Felicia even convert Melanie into the Halloween spirit But an interesting debate begins when Ashley mentions she really just ready for Christmas and Mariah Carey
What happening Mamas Felicia is in Thailand living her best life while Codie Melanie and Ashley are talking about what it means to be just a mother and more The Mamas also explore what it means to truly be living in your purpose and supporting your kids decisions despite what you may want for them
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Welcome back Mamas today is all about birthdays Codie Ashley and Melanie discuss how they celebrate their childrens birthdays the value of experiences over parties and embracing getting older Plus as Ashleys birthday approaches she opens up the difficulties of having a birthday around the holidays and how her birthday celebrations have evolved since losing her sister
Whether you love Mariah Carey as much as the mamas do we hope you can appreciate the transformative experience Ashley Melanie Felicia and Codie had seeing The Queen of Christmas together at the Hollywood Bowl Special shoutout to Ashley who made it all happen Today we recap the experience discuss the value of friendships old and new and the impact music has on us and our inner children Plus Melanie opens up about an emotional experience she had with her mom at the concertyou might need some tissues for that one
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What up Village Are you experiencing a shift with how you parent Codie Ashley Felicia and Melanie definitely are as the mamas give their different perspectives on the everchanging balancing act of navigating their children emotions Plus Fe shares why we all might need to call a behavioral therapist
After a short break our Mamas are back and Felicia has a question What are we working on in our lives personally and professionally From reconnecting with ourselves spiritually to new coaches new books and new music A LOT has changed The one thing we do know we are all soooo excited for our friends and this new season of growth for all of us
Let be honest Village life can be hard But understanding our own emotions and verbalizing how were feeling can make some days a lot less difficult In this episode the Mamas discuss their perspectives on learning about themselves through their children how they show their emotions in different situations and how their astrological chart comes into play with who they are
Come meet our Mamas Ashley Chea Melanie Fiona Felicia La Tour and Codie Elaine Oliver as the welcome you into The Mamas Den
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Ladies! We're doing Mother's Day in the Den today! We know this is a day about celebrating all things motherhood, but look, sometimes the best gift is a day by ourselves! Listen in as the ladies share what their Mother's Days have looked like up to this point, what they all really want for mother's day, and what they do for their mothers. Plus we just might find out the best gift they've ever gotten in this celebration of mamas!
Y'all Felicia has some questions for the married folks! The dating game can be a whole situation, especially when you know exactly what you're looking for in a partner. How did the Mamas know that the men they're with now was the one? What speed bumps have come up along the way, and what do they think about the journey that got them to now? Is there a time frame? The Mamas are here to share their journeys to the one and what they found that they needed in a partner.
Let's talk about joy. Happiness is often overlooked by the busyness of life, and today the Mamas sans Codie reflect on what joy looks like to them. How has it changed with time, and how can one maintain peace along the journey.
It's easy to look at what other people have accomplished and wonder why it hasn't happened for us. This week the Mamas dive into their accomplishments and the need to have more.
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