If you've struggled with keeping up with your friendships after becoming a mother, this episode is for you!

While it's easy to complain about the disappearing act of some of our friends, it's humbling to realize that we may have not been reaching out either. It certainly takes two to tango and sometimes we have to take the lead to maintain the relationships that are of upmost importance to us.

We know that for some of our friends, figuring out what you need or how to be there for you, is easier said than done.

There may also come a time, when our new life creates a dynamic that does shift the energy within a friendship and we realize that we've outgrown each other. That's ok too.There is no right or wrong. At this stage of our lives as grown ass people, we've earned the right to do what's right for us!

So Mama, if you're seeking to nurture, maintain, repair or create friendships, this is for you!

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In this episode, host Victoria Lauture Duncker interviews Michael Petrella, an Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) instructor, about his journey and the importance of teaching self-rescue swimming skills to infants and young children. Michael shares his personal motivation for becoming an ISR instructor and highlights the need for children to learn how to obtain their own air and float in the water. He explains the process of becoming an ISR instructor and the behavioral psychology behind teaching children these life-saving skills. Michael also addresses common myths and misconceptions about infant swimming and the dangers of relying on puddle jumpers and floaties. In this conversation, Mr. Michael Petrella discusses the importance of water safety and the role of ISR (Infant Swimming Resource) and O2 Swim in teaching children self-rescue skills. He also highlights the importance of teaching skills in different water environments and shares real-life examples of lives saved through self-rescue lessons. He encourages parents to take action and find access to lessons, including scholarships, to ensure their child's safety. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the joy of being an instructor and the need for more instructors to meet the demand for water safety education. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:17 Michael's Journey to Becoming an Infant Swimming Resource Instructor 09:35 What are Self-Rescue Swimming Skills? 10:35 Teaching Self-Rescue Skills to Infants 12:28 Starting Age for Self-Rescue Lessons 13:06 Handling Overconfident and Apprehensive Children 14:17 Challenges Faced in Teaching Self-Rescue Skills 24:09 Dangers of Puddle Jumpers and Floaties 27:57 The Tragic Story of Emi 30:52 Teaching Skills in Different Environments 34:12 Real-Life Examples of Lives Saved 38:11 The Role of Parents in Fostering Water Safety 39:00 Access to Lessons and Scholarships 44:26 The Convenience of Puddle Jumpers 46:35 The Joy of Being an Instructor 51:12 Teaching Children the Way They Learn 54:03 The Need for More Instructors For more information on Michael Petrella and O2 Swim: www.mrmichaelpetrella.com Instagram and TikTok: @mr.michaelpetrella For more information about Victoria Lauture Duncker & New Mommy at 40 Podcast: Website: www.newmommyat40.com Instagram, Facebook and TikTok: @newmommyat40 Email: info@newmommyat40.com