Discover how to help kids navigate big emotions, social anxiety, and digital communication in a fast-paced world! 💗 Welcome back to the Working Moms of San Antonio podcast with hosts Erika Radis and Marie Lifschultz! In this episode, we sit down with special guest, veteran, and children’s book author Nicole to dive into modern parenting, helping kids express their feelings, and the unexpected challenges kids face with social media and "mutuals" today. Whether you are navigating frequent moves, struggling to get your children to talk about anxiety, or balancing motherhood and business, this episode is packed with real, heartwarming, and funny parenting insights you don't want to miss!

✨ In this episode, we cover: Helping children put words to complex feelings and anxiety How social media and group chats affect kids' social dynamics today Lessons learned from military life and frequent moves Nicole's inspiration behind her children's book Omar and the Super Tails Finding time for open-door conversations with your teenagers 🔗 Resources & Links: Working Moms of San Antonio Memberships: workingmomsofsanantonio.com/membership Email Us: hello@workingmomsofsanantonio.com

Check out Nicole’s Book: Available where books are sold! If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Subscribe, and leave a Comment sharing how you navigate big emotional moments with your kids! 🔔 Video Chapters

00:00 - Welcome to Working Moms of San Antonio Podcast

00:30 - Community & Coworking Membership Announcement

01:17 - Introducing Special Guest Nicole

03:00 - What Inspired Nicole’s Children's Book?

05:25 - Why Modern Kids Suffer From Social Anxiety & Big Feelings

06:20 - Moving as a Kid & Dealing with School Friendships

08:20 - Why Parents Accidentally Dismiss Children's Emotions

11:15 - Kids & Social Media: What "Mutuals" Really Means Today

13:40 - Middle School Drama, Texting, and Cyber Misunderstandings

17:40 - Military Backgrounds, Direct Communication, & Text Etiquette

20:00 - How Becoming a Mom Changes Your Emotional Perspective

23:20 - Teaching Children How to Communicate Beyond Emojis

26:00 - Late-Night "Open Door" Chats With Teenagers

28:15 - How Moving Frequently Builds Adaptability & Resilience

31:00 - The Importance of Raw, Emotional Conversations in Parenting

32:15 - Where to Buy Omar and the Super Tails

33:40 - Final Thoughts & Community Wrap-Up

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Understanding Hormone Health & Perimenopause In this episode of the Working Moms of San Antonio podcast, hosts Erika Radis and Marie Lifschultz sit down with nurse practitioner Nikeya Laycock. She shares her personal journey through perimenopause, the importance of personalized care over generic online treatments, and how hormone balance affects metabolic health, stress, sleep, and overall wellness. They dive deep into progesterone, testosterone, the truth about hormone pellets versus other therapies, and advocate for women's health needs. Timestamps 00:00:08 – Introduction & Working Moms of San Antonio Membership Announcements 00:01:17 – Welcome guest Nikki Laycock, NP & Introduction to Body Bloom Wellness 00:02:10 – The universal experience: Getting brushed off by traditional healthcare 00:03:55 – Nikki’s personal perimenopause story & juggling life stressors 00:05:24 – Why listening and believing women’s health concerns matters 00:09:05 – What to expect during a initial hormone evaluation & optimal vs. normal labs 00:13:39 – Progesterone 101: Irritability, sleep, and bioidentical vs. synthetic options 00:20:09 – Defining pre-menopause, perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause 00:25:53 – Estrogen replacement benefits and the importance of balancing with progesterone 00:30:32 – The truth about hormone pellets, creams, and injections 00:35:57 – Testosterone therapy for women: Benefits for muscle mass, energy, and metabolism 00:41:19 – How to connect with Nikki Laycock & closing thoughts Nickeya Laycock's Contact Information Practice Name: Body Bloom Wellness Location: 18160 San Pedro Ave Suite #100 San Antonio, TX 78232 (210) 864-5371 Website: bodybloomwellness.com #WorkingMomsOfSanAntonio #PerimenopauseSupport #WomensHormoneHealth #HormoneReplacementTherapy #BioidenticalHormones #SanAntonioWellness #ProgesteroneBenefits #TestosteroneForWomen #WomensHealthMatters #SanAntonioMoms #WorkingMomsOfSanAntonio #PerimenopauseSupport #WomensHormoneHealth #HormoneReplacementTherapy #BioidenticalHormones #SanAntonioWellness #ProgesteroneBenefits #TestosteroneForWomen #WomensHealthMatters #SanAntonioMoms 👩‍💻 Join our Community: 🚀 Subscribe for more tips: http://www.youtube.com/@WorkingMomsofSanAntonioPodcast⁩ 🌐 Visit our website: www.workingmomsofsanantonio.com 💬 Join our membership & connect with like-minded moms: www.workingmomsofsanantonio.com/membership Working Mom Monthly Events here: https://www.workingmomsofsanantonio.com/events #sanantoniomoms #sanantoniowomen #sanantoniosmallbusiness #sanantoniolocal #sanantonioevents #satxmoms #alamocitymoms #womensupportingwomen #momssupportingmoms #support

Are you trapped in the "Jane of All Trades" mindset—afraid to niche down because you think you’ll lose customers? In this episode of the Working Moms of San Antonio podcast, hosts Erika Radis and Marie Lifshultz sit down with Mallika Malhotra, brand strategist and founder of The Brand CEO. Mallika works with "invisible experts"—female entrepreneurs who are amazing at what they do, but feel overlooked, overwhelmed, and underpaid. Together, they unpack why trying to help everyone actually dilutes your value, how to overcome the fear of picking a niche, and how to use data to pinpoint your true target market. They also cover the strategic role of AI in modern personal branding, how to balance personal life with business content without oversharing, and Mallika's upcoming AI-powered branding tool. Grab your cup of coffee, settle in, and learn how to put a stake in the ground, step into your zone of genius, and turn your business into the obvious choice for your ideal clients! Timestamps

00:00:00 – Welcome & Working Moms of San Antonio Announcements

00:01:00 – Intro to Brand Strategist Mallika Malhotra & "The Invisible Expert"

00:02:40 – Why Women Entrepreneurs Fall Into the "Jane of All Trades" Trap

00:04:30 – Overcoming the Fear of Missing Out On Business When Niching Down

00:05:40 – Using Data & Revenue Patterns to Identify Your Real Target Audience

00:07:45 – The "Bullseye Brand Formula" and the Power of One Central Offer

00:09:00 – Standing Out in 2026: Why Solopreneurs Need Niching + AI Strategy

00:11:20 – What Does Working With a Brand Strategist Look Like?

00:14:00 – Polarizing Brands: Why It’s Good When You Aren't for Everyone

00:17:10 – Analyzing Your Competition Without Getting Obsessed

00:18:40 – Which Marketing Platforms Should You Focus On First?

00:22:15 – How to Identify Your Specialization and Core Strengths

00:28:00 – How Much Personal Life Should You Share in Your Business Branding?

00:32:15 – Sneak Peek: Mallika’s Upcoming AI-Powered Bullseye Brand Report

00:35:45 – Where to Connect with Mallika Malhotra & Wrap Up

🎙️ Connect with Mallika Malhotra

Website:** [thebrandceo.com](https://thebrandceo.com)

Instagram:** [@thebrandceo](https://www.instagram.com/thebrandceo)

(DM her your brand strategy questions!)* LinkedIn:** [Mallika Malhotra]

(https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallikamalhotraco)

Facebook:** [Mallika Malhotra Co](https://www.facebook.com/mallikamalhotra.co)

**Special Announcement:** Keep an eye out on her website and Instagram for the upcoming release of her AI-powered **Bullseye Brand Report**!

In this episode of The Working Moms of San Antonio, hosts Erika Radis sits down with Millicent, President of SchuPubs (an online beverage news publisher) and host of the All the Rumors Are True podcast. Millicent shares her journey as a single mother juggling a high-demand corporate career with launching a podcast created to help others through personal struggles, boundary-setting, and family challenges. Together, they dive into letting go of "mom guilt," establishing healthy work-life boundaries, industry shifts in the beverage and non-alcoholic market, and the unexpected nostalgia of growing up in the 2000s.

00:00:00 – Welcome to Working Moms of San Antonio & Community Updates

00:01:08 – Introduction to guest Millicent and her podcast origins

00:03:32 – The inspiration behind the podcast name: All the Rumors Are True

00:04:55 – Creating a helpful platform and discussing non-contact family dynamics

00:06:18 – What is "the news of booze"? Understanding alcohol online publishing

00:08:52 – Millicent’s career path: From healthcare marketing to company president

00:09:47 – Overcoming "mom guilt" and dealing with familial judgment

00:13:20 – Setting examples for our children through hard work and independence

00:16:30 – Surprises and insights in the alcohol and beverage market

00:18:25 – Industry trends: Michelob Ultra, RTDs, non-alcoholic drinks, and THC beverages

00:25:00 – Changing generational habits around drinking, smoking, and night life

00:26:50 – Nostalgia corner: 2000s trends, early social media, and thin eyebrows

00:29:15 – Parenting perspectives, open communication, and independence

00:33:40 – Setting digital boundaries and combating burnout

00:39:20 – Where to connect with Millicent and episode closing

Contact Information Guest Contact Millicent Podcast Name: All the Rumors Are True (Available on YouTube and Spotify)

Email: millicent@beernet.com

Website: beernet.com

Company Instagram: @schupubs

👩‍💻 Join our Community: 🚀 Subscribe for more tips: http://www.youtube.com/@WorkingMomsofSanAntonioPodcast⁩ 🌐 Visit our website: www.workingmomsofsanantonio.com 💬 Join our membership & connect with like-minded moms: www.workingmomsofsanantonio.com/membership Working Mom Monthly Events here: https://www.workingmomsofsanantonio.com/events #sanantoniomoms #sanantoniowomen #sanantoniosmallbusiness #sanantoniolocal #sanantonioevents #satxmoms #alamocitymoms #womensupportingwomen #momssupportingmoms #support

Working together, parenting together, and... actually enjoying each other's company? It sounds like a myth, but Carson and Jordan Foster of Cross Timbers Chiropractic are living proof that it’s possible (even when launching during a global pandemic!). In this episode of the Working Moms of San Antonio Podcast, hosts Erica Reis and Marie Lifschultz dive deep into the raw, hilarious, and inspiring reality of running a family-owned business. Whether you’re navigating the "baby in the office" stage or trying to set boundaries so work talk doesn't ruin date night, this conversation is for you.

🌟 Guest Spotlight: Cross Timbers Chiropractic Carson and Jordan are on a mission to bring natural healing to the San Antonio community. Whether you're looking for prenatal care, pediatric adjustments, or nervous system balance, here is how to connect with them:

🌐 Website: www.crosstimberschiropractic.com

📞 Phone: (726) 245-2210

📍 Location: San Antonio, TX

📱 Instagram: @crosstimberschiro

What’s Inside This Episode: The "Prenup" Joke & Early Days: How they survived COVID delays to become business partners. Roles & Boundaries: Finding your strengths so you aren't stepping on each other's toes. Authentic Growth: Why local meetups and "fly fishing networking" are their secret sauce. Beyond the Back: A fascinating look at HRV tracking and natural healing for the whole family.

✨ Big News: WMSA Memberships are OPEN! Ready to find your village? Our business community and coworking memberships are officially live. Stop mothering and laboring in isolation—join the San Antonio moms who get it.

🕒 Timestamps for Easy Listening: 00:00 – Podcast Welcome 00:34 – Membership Announcement: Join the Community! 02:40 – Working As A Couple: The Realities 12:55 – The "Baby in the Office" Phase 16:59 – How to Set Work-Life Boundaries 23:37 – Marketing Through Authentic Networking 34:33 – Chiropractic Philosophy: Stress, Jaw Pain, and HRV 46:59 – Wrap Up: How to Connect with Cross Timbers

🔗 Get Connected: 👩‍💻 Join our Community: www.workingmomsofsanantonio.com/membership 🌐 Visit our Website: www.workingmomsofsanantonio.com 📅 Upcoming Events: www.workingmomsofsanantonio.com/events 🚀 Subscribe on YouTube: @WorkingMomsofSanAntonioPodcast #sanantoniomoms #sanantoniowomen #sanantoniosmallbusiness #workingmoms #sanantonioevents #satxmoms #alamocitymoms #womensupportingwomen #mompreneur #familybusiness #chiropracticsa

San Antonio moms and moms in business are feeling overwhelmed, unheard, and left behind — and this conversation finally says what so many of us are thinking: enough is enough. In this episode of the Working Moms of San Antonio Podcast, we sit down with Veronica Williams, an independent candidate for Texas Congressional District 23, to talk about politics, mental health, the economy, housing, healthcare, and why moms are craving leadership that actually listens. Veronica shares why she chose independence over party labels, how division and corruption impact families, and why younger generations — including our kids — are struggling to see a future that feels attainable.

This is an honest, respectful, and eye-opening conversation for moms who care deeply about their families, their communities, and the world their children are inheriting.

🎧 Whether you’re a working mom, business owner, or simply trying to make sense of today’s political climate, this episode invites you to think critically, listen deeply, and imagine what leadership could look like.

00:00 – Welcome to the Working Moms of San Antonio Podcast Meet your hosts and today’s guest. 01:10 – Meet Veronica Williams Why she’s running as an independent for Texas Congressional District 23. 03:00 – “Enough Is Enough” With Division & Corruption Why so many families feel the system isn’t working for them. 05:30 – Why Moms Are Feeling More Stressed Than Ever Politics, social media, anxiety, and mental health. 08:00 – Why the Two-Party System Isn’t Working for Everyone Listening to both sides — and what’s missing in the middle. 10:45 – Housing, Wages & Why Families Can’t Catch Up Why buying a home feels impossible for younger generations. 14:00 – Moms, Business & the Reality of Today’s Economy Groceries, healthcare, childcare, and rising costs. 17:30 – Universal Healthcare & Mental Health Access Why healthcare feels broken — for patients and providers. 21:30 – Why “New Blood” Matters in Politics Term limits, accountability, and listening to real people. 25:30 – Grassroots Leadership & Block Walking Why listening matters more than talking. 29:00 – What Moms Want From Leaders Today Empathy, transparency, and real solutions. 32:30 – Veronica’s Vision for Change Putting people over parties. 35:30 – How to Learn More & Support Veronica

📞 Contact Info for Veronica Williams

🌐 Website: https://www.veronicagwilliams.com

📍 Running for: U.S. Congress, Texas District 23 📱 Social Media: Active on TikTok & Instagram (links in show notes) Veronica welcomes messages, questions, concerns, and conversations — because listening is at the core of her campaign.

#sanantoniomoms #sanantoniowomen #sanantoniosmallbusiness #sanantoniolocal #sanantonioevents #satxmoms #alamocitymoms #womensupportingwomen #momssupportingmoms #support

if you’re a mom in San Antonio, the thought of your child getting into trouble at school or with the law can feel absolutely terrifying — especially when you don’t know what your rights are or what actually happens next. In this episode of the Working Moms of San Antonio Podcast, we sit down with local juvenile defense attorney Katy Boortz to walk moms through what really happens when kids make mistakes, how the juvenile system works in Texas, and how parents can protect and advocate for their children without making things worse. Katy breaks down the difference between juvenile and adult court, how school investigations can escalate quickly, and what every parent should (and shouldn’t) do in those first emotional moments — all through a compassionate, mom-to-mom lens.

00:00 – Welcome to the Working Moms of San Antonio Podcast Meet your hosts and learn what today’s conversation will cover. 01:00 – Meet Katy Boortz, Juvenile Defense Attorney Katy explains her background, why she focuses on juvenile defense, and why this work matters so deeply to her as a mom. 03:30 – What “Juvenile Court” Actually Means in Texas (Ages 10–16) Why 17 is legally considered an adult in Texas — and why that reality shocks most parents. 06:00 – Juvenile Court vs. Adult Court: What’s the Difference? Why juvenile court focuses on rehabilitation, not punishment, and why that matters for your child’s future. 08:30 – The Emotional Side of Parenting When Your Child Is in Trouble Judgment, fear, guilt — and why moms often feel blamed even when they’re doing everything right. 11:00 – Social Media, Jokes, and How Kids Get in Serious Trouble Fast Why “joking” comments, videos, or posts can escalate into school discipline or legal issues. 14:00 – What Parents Should Know About School Investigations How school discipline and juvenile court can overlap — and why what’s said in one can affect the other. 17:00 – Should Parents Always Cooperate with the School? Understanding when cooperation helps — and when it may unintentionally hurt your child. 20:00 – What to Tell Your Kids Before Anything Happens Why teaching kids to ask for a parent and pause before giving statements can matter. 24:00 – When Situations Escalate Between Families How quickly things can change when other parents push for charges or legal action. 30:00 – Finding the “Silver Lining” in a Scary Situation How some families uncover needed resources, counseling, or school support through these experiences. 32:00 – A Simple but Powerful Prevention Tool: Family Dinners Research-backed reasons why connection at home can reduce risky behavior. 36:00 – Katy’s Advice for Parents in the Middle of a Crisis Why Googling worst-case scenarios often makes things harder — and what to focus on instead. 38:00 – How to Contact Katy & Final Takeaways

📞 How to Contact Katy Boortz, Juvenile Defense Attorney

📍 Serving San Antonio & surrounding Texas counties

🌐 Website: https://www.boortzlawtexas.com

🔎 Google Business Profile: Search Boortz Law Texas

💼 LinkedIn & Facebook: Katy Boortz / Boortz Law Texas

(Katy also shared that she’s happy to talk through options with parents — even when a full legal case isn’t necessary. #sanantoniomoms

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If you have ever felt overwhelmed by marketing, exhausted by social media, or confused about why you are doing all the things but not seeing growth… this episode is for you. In this conversation, Erika and Marie sit down with marketing strategist Meisie Beauvais, also known as The Seasoned Strategist, to talk about what marketing really means for moms in business. Spoiler alert. Marketing is not social media. We unpack why relying only on Instagram or Facebook can actually keep you stuck, how to build a clear marketing strategy that fits your season of life, and what working moms should focus on instead when time and energy are limited. This episode is especially for: • Working moms trying to grow without burnout • Moms in business who feel overwhelmed by social media • Entrepreneurs who want clarity instead of chaos • San Antonio moms building local visibility • Business owners who want sustainable growth, not hustle culture If marketing feels heavy right now, take a breath. You are not doing it wrong. You just need a better strategy. Because you do not have to do business alone 💙

00:00 Welcome to the Working Moms of San Antonio Podcast 01:05 Why marketing is not social media 03:00 The cooking analogy that finally makes marketing make sense 05:45 Strategy vs chaos and why too many ingredients fail 08:40 The biggest mistake moms make with social media 11:30 How to identify your real ideal customer 15:20 Why niching down actually makes growth easier 18:40 When to pivot and stop forcing what is not working 22:10 Social media burnout and what to do instead 25:00 Why email marketing still matters 28:30 How moms can save time with repurposing 31:10 Confidence, visibility, and showing up imperfectly 34:40 Authenticity over algorithms 37:30 Final advice for moms feeling overwhelmed by marketing

📬 CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Meisie Beauvais | The Seasoned Strategist Website: https://theseasonedstrategist.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meisiebove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theseasonedstrategist

Meisie helps small businesses and moms in business create smart, sustainable marketing strategies without burnout.

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Because real connections grow real businesses.

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