Military Mom Talk Radio

Dr. Phillips takes a look at Just How Much We Worry - Strategies for Winding it Down. We all worry, we all have stress. Suzanne helps us face it, identify it, and keep from being overwhelmed by it. Stephen Boyd talks to us about navigating the VA system and reasons why it's important to get into the system.

Blythe Lipman has helped new and expectant parents gain the confidence they need to enjoy and care for their little miracles. There are hundreds of "tips and tricks" to get baby to do what you want - tips you've never thought of in Blythe's book, "More Help! My Baby Came Without Instructions!" Melissa Bowersock is an eclectic writer who recently published a book about her aunt who was a nurse in WW2 and a prisoner of war. Her tale is described in Marcia Gates: Angel of Bataan.

Driven by the immediate benefit to basic modifications to her daily lifestyle and eating habits, Autumn is challinging others to move forward to better health. Linda Jefferson created a national network of GoArmyHomes Websites to help military families through the rigors of finding housing when relocating to a new Duty Station. As a seasoned REALTOR®, Linda knows from a very personal level, the pressures and problems facing our soldiers and their families, especially when it comes to finding immediate, affordable and comfortable housing. Dr. Kevin Hull, PH.D. Clinical Counseling, is the founder of Hull & Associates, P.A., a private practice specializing in working with children, adolescents, and families

Suzy Manning has dedicated her life to transforming women's lives. She believes that life is a journey of personal evolution. Every day we have choice to ask powerful questions to overcome limiting beliefs to create the life we deserve. Lisa Detres is a pastor's wife, writer, and mother of four children who works as an author in Oregon. She is currently writing her first book which deals with helping women get closer to God.

Dr Bremer addressed managing relationships and how to keep those bonds strong during stress, separation, or even after reintegration. Also, "FAHIM SPEAKS: A Warrior-Actor's Odyssey from Afghanistan to Hollywood and Back," co-authored by Professor Moffett and Fahim Fazli, an interpreter Moffett met in Afghanistan.

Marcella Stretch is president of the facebook networking group Parents of Deployed Service Members. Their next initiative is Valentine Day messages. Steve Boyd joins Military Mom Talk Radio to talk about the resources and benefits of the Veteran Administration and associated medical facilities.

Dr. Phillips discusses Emotional Challenges of the Sandwich Generation' in light of deployment when there is a single parent dealing with children. There is a mixed blessing of needing to depend on parents for the care of your children as well as the complicated aspects of that period of time. Mindy Ferris and Brittney Wholihan discuss their business, Luhse Tea, the health benefits and cultural influences of tea

Author Donna Lyons brings us 12 Army Wives Give the Best Advice They Never Got is truly an unprecedented look into the lives of 12 real Army wives, including the wives of generals, wounded warriors, dual Army career families and isolated moms. Autumn Arnold returns this year helping us focus on a healthy plan of action for 2013.

Carol Stratton, author of Changing Zip Codes with advice for those moving to new communities, Star Johnson, director of the DC Womens Theater Group with their next production featuring military wives. Dwight Zimmerman. president of Military Writer's Society of America with advice for budding authors.

Sharing love and joy this holiday season! Merry Christmas from Military Mom Talk Radio. We are keeping all our troops in our thoughts and prayers this day and always.

Something for everyone on your gift giving list. Military Fly Moms ~ Sharing Memories, Building Legacies, Inspiring Hope, a biographical collection by Linda Maloney of the inspiring true stories and photographs of seventy women who shared the same two dreams-becoming aviators in the military, and being moms. Margaret Brown shares That Time, That Place, That War: Vietnam. A collection of vernacular specific to the Vietnam era. Dwight Jon Zimmerman shared interesting info about his recent book co-authored with Bill O'Reilly, Lincoln's Last Days.

Tracey Cramer-Kelly discusses her diverse background and how it enriches her writing, specific to her second book, True Surrender. Marcella Stretch talks about Parents of Deployed Service Members and supporting each other during deployment at the holiday season. Debbie Gregory describes the benefits of the Military Skills Translator on MilitaryConnection.com

Adam Stacy described the benefits of CollegiateZone, a college prep and career readiness resource, and within this network, VetQuest providing these service for reintegrating veterans. Gina Sclafani has a blog GinaLeftTheMall.com, meaning it's time America stop putting material things foremost in their lives and remembering the sacrifices of our military heroes.

Margaret Brown is the author of That Time, That Place, That War: Vietnam. This is a glossary of terms, poems, and photos that evolved while teaching an honors program and the Vietnam Veterans of America guest speakers. Author Dwight Jon Zimmerman is the new president of the Military Writers Society of America and shared the back story of his most recent book, Lincoln's Last Days; a collaboration and young readers' adaptation of Bill O'Reilly's book, Killing Lincoln.

Dr. Jody Bremer, family therapist discusses the challenges of loneliness and depression during separations. Autumn Arnold shares health and exercise in relation to our mental health, and Marcella Stretch of Parents of Deployed Service Members shares their upcoming PODS Appreciation Day.

Sue Pollard shared information about the mission of Operation Gratitude and sending much appreciated packages to deployed troops. She is also a Blue Star and a Gold Star mother, and shares her sons' service. Debbie Gregory is founder of VAMBOA - Veterans and Military Business Owners Association and MilitaryConnection.com, both invaluable resources to all veterans and military families.

Veterans Moving Forward is committed to transforming the lives of physically and mentally challenged veterans, helping them assimilate into society and lead productive and fulfilling lives. Veterans Moving Forward has a unique plan to serve this deserving community – to provide “service” dogs to those who have served our country and who are now in need. Horses4Heroes serves all active duty military personnel, veterans, First Responders and their families. Their growing national network of 190 kid-friendly, family friendly equestrian facilities in 43 states plus Canada provide affordable (sometimes free) recreational, instructional and health & wellness programs for all ages, all riding levels and all disciplines. General Sarge's mission has grown beyond the Jeffrey's living room to a website serving hundreds of military families. Weekly and monthly salutes go out to honor military children, the Gift-A-Bear Campaign including the Fallen Hero Bear and Deployment Bear Mascot programs. Operation B.E.A.R.

Dr. Suzanne Phillips joins us again to talk about filling separation time with quality activities with purpose. Finding purpose eases our hearts, and bridges a separation or even a loss. Additionally the conversation covers why couples disagree about time - how one or the other needs to use their time.

Lori Bell of the National Association of Military Moms and Spouses talks about their upcoming Boost Camp, Steve Appelbaum shares the many benefits of a career in animal care, and Dwight Jon Zimmerman begins his tenure as president of the Military Writers Society of America and talks about finding a creative way to share historic events.

Debbie Gregory joined us for updates on new fields of study that benefit our military families and children. Joyce Faulkner is the outgoing president of Military Writers Society and shares some of the highlights of the year. Autumn Arnold brings us good tips on staying healthy during the upcoming holidays.