Extraordinary Moms Podcast
386 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 260 ratingsAn interview podcast where different moms share their motherhood journeys and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.
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Episode 250: Parenting a Differently Wired Child with Debbie Reber
July 10, 2018 09:44 - 23.2 MBToday my guest is Debbie Reber. Debbie is a mom of one son, who she describes as "differently wired." As she navigated both the social and education paths of helping him to succeed, she has learned a lot that we can now all learn from as we try to meet the needs of our kids. It's no easy task but when we are able to embrace our kids as they are and support them where they are at, there is tremendous freedom in that. Enjoy! Show Notes: Tilt Parenting: http://www.tiltparenting.com Tilt Par...
Re-Launch- Episode 187: Why I Don’t Chase My Bolting Child
July 06, 2018 18:23 - 13 MBI wanted to re-launch this awesome episode because if you're like me, summer is wearing you thin and you might be dealing with some additional misbehavior simply because you are spending more hours together. I had a problem with my two year old bolting in public and I learned a technique that kept him by my side. This technique will work with teaching a child ANY appropriate behavior Check it out
Episode 249: My Experience as a Military Wife
July 06, 2018 09:43 - 14.1 MBToday I'm sharing about my experience as a military spouse. I never dreamed this would be my life, but here we are and I'm so grateful for all the lessons I've learned in this wild journey. Tune in to find out a little more about our story. Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook// Email [email protected]
Episode 248: Having QUADRUPLETS and Military Life Abroad with Rachel Buechele
July 03, 2018 09:42 - 24.3 MBToday my conversation is the with AMAZING Rachel Buechele, who is not only a military wife abroad, but she is also a mom to QUINTUPLETS! In honor of the Fourth of July, I wanted to hear from a military mom that is really sacrificing and supporting her husband in his role as a military mother. AND she has a British accent to top it all off. Happy Fourth of July! Show Notes: Check her out on Instagram Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: [email protected]
Episode 247: Postpartum Yoga and Rebuilding Your Core with Catherine Middlebrooks
June 29, 2018 09:41 - 17.4 MBToday I'm chatting with Catherine Middlebrooks, founder of the website brbyoga.com. This yoga system is designed for postpartum women hoping to strengthen their core and rebuild their pelvic floor. We also talk at length about selling her home and traveling in an RV around the country with her family. It's a fun conversation and I hope you enjoy it. Show Notes: Check out brbyoga.com facebook.com/brbyoga instagram.com/brbyoga This episode is sponsored by: Don't let the difficulty of gettin...
Episode 246: Down Syndrome, Cancer, and Finding Joy with Terah Jones
June 26, 2018 09:37 - 24.6 MBToday my guest is the amazing Terah Jones. I was first captivated by Terah's darling pictures of her cue Indy Llew on Instagram, and when I found out about her most recent battle with cancer, I have been completely drawn in by their story. You see, this conversation today with Terah is about envisioning a different future than you once thought, but embracing every step with joy. First, finding out at birth of Indy's Down Syndrome diagnosis and coming to terms with that reality. And then ge...
Episode 245: Recovering from a TBI After Falling off a Cliff with Extraordinary Kid Abby Ward
June 22, 2018 09:40 - 12.5 MBIt's our first Extraordinary Kid Episode! Today my guest is the incredible Abby Ward. Abby's mom Janie was on the show last year, speaking about her daughters 70 foot fall off a cliff while hiking, and her recovery from extreme injuries. Now, Abby is here speaking for herself about the various challenges she faced growing up, what she remembers about the fall, how her recovery has been, and how she views the future. It is incredibly inspiring that a young person can have so much wisdom and pe...
Episode 244: Loving Others as They Are with Nina Brostrom
June 19, 2018 09:48 - 27.3 MBToday my guest is the amazing Nina Brostrom. Nina is a mom of four boys, some of whom have ADHD. In this conversation, we talk about the struggles of some of her kids, her own battle with control, and in the second half we talk about how her brother coming out as gay completely changed the way she viewed those who were different than her. Not only that, but after opening her eyes to the LGBTQ community around her, she saw a need for additional resources and support and she did something about...
Episode 243: Losing His Wife and Loving Again with Daniel Brooker
June 15, 2018 09:33 - 21.4 MBHappy Father's Day to all the incredible dads out there. Today, we are hearing from an Extraordinary Dad, Daniel Brooker. You might remember his now wife, Brittany Price, from episode 138, where she shared about becoming a widow, enduring that difficult time, and then finding love again. Well, Daniel was her love at the end of that difficult road, and ironically enough, he had travelled a similar path. Today we are talking about adoption, losing his wife, grief, and also finding great love ag...
Episode 242: Divorce, Finding Your Strength, Organization, and More with Lori Schegel
June 12, 2018 09:19 - 26.1 MBToday my guest is the incredible Lori Schlegel. We cover a lot of ground in this episode as she very bravely shares about going through a difficult divorce, finding her inner strength, starting her own organization business, and her recent remarriage, which made her an instant step-mom to three additional sons. There's something for everyone in this episode, but mostly it's about hope and believing that God wants the best for us. Even when our vision looks differently than we might have thoug...
Episode 241: Foster Care with Stephanie Nelson
June 08, 2018 09:50 - 24.2 MBIn keeping with the foster care theme, I'm speaking with Stephanie Nelson, an extraordinary mom who has provided a home for several foster care children over the years, and now she is in the process of adopting her current foster child! This interview will give you better insight into the foster care world, what it's like to have a child reunified and say goodbye, and what she's learned through being involved in this community. Stephanie is an incredible person and I'm so honored that she sha...
Episode 240: Supporting Foster Families with Susan Ramirez
June 05, 2018 09:43 - 19.9 MBToday, my conversation is with the incredible woman behind Austin Angels, Susan Ramirez. I can't believe she's on the show! Susan saw a need in the foster care community for additional support for the families who take in foster children. So, she took her drive and experience from her corporate job and put all her energy into founding this incredible nonprofit. Now she helps hundreds of kids to feel love and build their skills and confidence, so that they can lessen the stats of kids exiting ...
Episode 239: Protecting Your Kids From Sexual Abuse
June 01, 2018 09:41 - 14.7 MBI know, not the most fun topic to cover. But since our kids are getting older and my husband is an attorney assigned to the victims of sexual assault/abuse, we have really gotten more serious about how to protect our kids against this very common occurrence. So I'm sharing specifics about sexual abuse, common signs of offenders, kids who are at risk, and the boundaries we have in place to help protect our kids. Just because you don't talk about this issue doesn't mean your family is not at ri...
Episode 238: Living Your Purpose and Finding Peace in Your Final Days with Michelle Kaley
May 29, 2018 09:54 - 26.5 MBToday my guest is the truly extraordinary, Michelle Kaley. Her friend reached out to me to tell me some of her story and I knew she would be a guest like no other. Michelle is a mom of four, a dance teacher and studio owner, a light in her community, and two years ago she began her fight with cancer. A few weeks ago, she received some devastating news that her time left here on earth is short, and she was kind enough to spend an hour with me to share about her motherhood journey, what her can...
Episode 237: Special Needs and Positive Parenting Q&A with Jessica Lamb
May 25, 2018 09:13 - 13.3 MBJessica Lamb is back to answer some specific questions related to behavior for both children with special needs and typical children. Here's what we are covering today: We've all had that situation when we are out in public with our kids and they notice someone with a visible difference, or maybe they notice that another child is acting differently than they would expect. That may result in staring or they may ask a question that we don't know how to respond to, or that is uncomfortable or...
Episode 236: A Crash Course in Special Needs Parenting with Jessica Lamb
May 22, 2018 09:28 - 27.1 MBJessica Lamb is better known online as Skip to my Luca, where she shares all about her family, her son Luca's special needs, and tips for parents with children with Special needs. She is a Special Ed teacher and overall extraordinary human being. Today we are chatting specifically about her motherhood journey and perspective on parenting a child with special needs, but she's coming back to specifically answer any questions you have. So leave them in the comments! Show Notes: Website: skiptom...
Episode 235: What is a Birth Journal with Julie Tobi
May 18, 2018 09:32 - 13.6 MBJulie Tobi is the founder of the Birth Journal, a memory keeping book for you to record your personal birth experience. Today we are chatting about her own birth experience, why she decided to create this product, and what she has learned from other people about their birth experiences. Heather Nash Photography http://heathernashphotography.com/ and @heathernashphoto Show Notes: Check out: thebirthjournal.com @thebirthjournal on Instagram Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: j...
Episode 234: Using Writing to Process Life’s Challenges with Rachel Nielson
May 15, 2018 09:43 - 23.9 MBRachel Nielson is my totally amazing guest today. She is the host of 3 in 30 Podcast, she has two darling kiddos, and she's faced a lot of challenges in her life that have gotten her to where she is today. Losing her mom in her teens, pursuing adoption and IVF (at the same time!), and processing through all if it through writing... today we're chatting about it all! She's extraordinary and I know you're going to want to whip out your journal after you listen! Show Notes: Rachel's Website:...
Episode 233: Mindset Shifts that Have Elevated My Motherhood
May 11, 2018 09:24 - 7.01 MBHappy Mother's Day! Today I'm sharing 5 mindset shifts that I've made that have helped me really enjoy and thrive in motherhood so much more than I did in my early days. These might apply to you, or you might consider some of your own and I'd love to hear from you. How have you changed the way you THINK about motherhood in order to enjoy it more? Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: [email protected]
Episode 232: Believing that There is Always Good Ahead with Crystal Sparks
May 08, 2018 09:42 - 23.6 MBCrystal Sparks is an extraordinary mom of two kids, a pastor, and a friend to everyone she meets. Today we are talking about keeping the faith, even in the face of trials. After a miscarriage, her son's health concerns, and just life in general, we chat about how we can turn to God to trust that He will see us through every challenge. It's a message of hope for all and I can't wait for you to listen in. Show Notes: Instagram: crystal_sparks YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-QxE-up...
Episode 231: “You’ve Got This Mama” with author Andrea Williams
May 04, 2018 09:36 - 9.35 MBNeed a meaningful gift for someone you love this Mother's Day? Send them a copy of Andrea Williams' new book, "You've Got This Mama!" (and don't forget to pick up a copy for yourself. Thoughtfully written, cleverly illustrated, and beautifully hand-lettered, this book is perfect for a mom at any stage. Today I'm chatting with Andrea about how this book came to be and what she would tell her 70-year old self:) Show Notes: Check out Tubby Todd Bath Products and get a copy of the book on www.tub...
Episode 230: Taking time for Mother Care with Dayna Kurtz
May 01, 2018 09:40 - 23.1 MBToday I'm speaking with extraordinary mom and now author, Dayna Kurtz. Dayn and I are chatting specifically about Mothercare and making yourself a priority. It's a struggle for so many moms I know and our conversation feels so empowering, and reassures you that putting yourself back on the list is NOT selfish! Show Notes: Get your copy of "Mother Matters" Follow along with her on her website This show is sponsored by: Want a way to preserve your family's memories? Want the perfect, sentimal...
Episode 229: The Surprising Reason I Started the Podcast
April 27, 2018 09:35 - 7.72 MBI've talked before about how I do the podcast, why I started, etc... But there's one reason that I haven't really talked about publicly on the show. And anytime I share this reason with people in one-on-one conversations, people are always surprised and pleased to know this detail. So hopefully it will encourage some of you to not let your weaknesses hold you back and to creatively think about ways to confront your challenges. Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraord...
Re-launch of Ralphie Jacobs Positive Parenting from Simply on Purpose
April 25, 2018 16:42 - 22.7 MBIf you need a dose of positive parenting, actionable parenting tips, and perspective, Ralphie is your gal. I'm going to her parenting workshop this Saturday, so she's been on my mind and I wanted you to easily find this episode if you haven't already listened. Enjoy! Show Notes: Follow Ralphie on Instagram Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: [email protected]
Episode 228: Walking Through the Uncertain with Leah Lewis
April 24, 2018 09:00 - 28.5 MBToday my guest is the amazing Leah Lewis. Leah is a mom who is no stranger to uncertainty. When her son wasn't meeting developmental milestones, she started to realize something wasn't right. After YEARS of various doctors and testing, he finally got the diagnosis of Cabeza Syndrome, a very rare disorder. While this news was helpful in some ways, there still was and still is a lot of uncertainty as they seek to get him the help he needs and open doors for his future. She now helps support oth...
Episode 227: Book Club “Read Aloud Family” with author Sarah Mackenzie
April 20, 2018 09:54 - 24 MBYou guys are in for such a treat. Today I'm chatting with blogger, podcast host, reader extraordinaire, and now AUTHOR... Sarah Mackenzie. Sarah is well known for her knowledge of all things reading, and today we are talking not only about the benefits of reading, book recommendations, the hows of reading to your kids, but we are also chatting about her motherhood journey and how all this looks in her home. It is a fantastic conversation and you're definitely going to want to pick up her new ...
Episode 226: Autism Awareness with Kristen Cillo
April 17, 2018 09:45 - 21.8 MBToday I'm chatting with Kristen Cillo, of the Mama Bee Well podcast, about her unexpected start to motherhood, how she overcame a compulsion for exercise and obsession with healthy eating, and how their life changed when her son was diagnosed with Autism. April is Autism Awareness month, and I hope that my conversation with Kristen gives you hope and information to learn more about this diagnosis, and all the ways that it might change your life AND make it that much more special! Show Notes: ...
Episode 225: How to Save for College NOW with College Backer co-founder Abby Chao
April 13, 2018 09:58 - 13.4 MBHave you started saving for your kids' college education? I haven't. Until now! Abby Chao co-founded College Backer, which helps people to plan ahead so the finances of college are not such a burden. Today she'll share powerful information to get you started and she even gives an incredible to offer to our listeners. Show Notes: Take advantage of a free $25 when you open an account with just $25 to start https://collegebacker.com/ https://twitter.com/abbychao https://twitter.com/collegebacke...
Episode 224: Being a Mom as a Paraplegic with Brittany Frank
April 10, 2018 09:35 - 22.4 MBGet ready for an incredible episode today. My guest is Brittany Frank, an extraordinary mom and t12 paraplegic. Today we're chatting about the accident that changed the course of her life, but that also allowed her to become so much more than the things that once defined her. We are going to talk about identity, adapting to new normals, and her words of encouragement to other women going through a challenge. She exudes joy and wisdom with every word she shares and I know you're going to love ...
Episode 223: How YOU Can Contribute Financially as a Stay at Home Mom with Natali Morris
April 06, 2018 09:29 - 23.4 MBNatali Morris was formerly known as a popular News Anchor, and then she decided to become a stay at home mom. Today we're chatting about her professional life prior to kids and how she was able to contribute financially to her family when she was no longer bringing home a paycheck. She'll give you some great ideas about how YOU can help manage your family's finances and grow your wealth. Show Notes: Check her out on Instagram Check out the resources on her website Or learn to invest in real ...
Episode 222: Mom of the Month Award
April 03, 2018 09:55 - 13.8 MBToday is our Extraordinary Mom of the Month episode and it's a GOOD one! The winner is Kacie Case, mom of three little ones, and today we're chatting about having the scare of her life when her son was diagnosed with diabetes, how motherhood has changed her, and how she felt about stepping away from a business she started. So encouraging! Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: [email protected]
Episode 221: My Biggest Failure as a Mom
March 30, 2018 09:33 - 6.46 MBI'm not saying I'm a failure as a mom. What I am saying, is that we all feel like that from time to time. And I found that usually, my times of inadequacy have a theme. So today I'm opening up about when I feel most like a failure as a mom. The upside to knowing this about myself is that then I can do something about it. Awareness is everything in trying to become a better mom and person each day. So this isn't an episode about beating myself up. It's about getting real! Connect with Jessica:...
Episode 220: Moving Away from Insecurity Towards Confidence with Kayla Aimee
March 27, 2018 09:30 - 20.4 MBToday my guest is the adorable Kayla Aimee, who recently wrote a new book, "In Bloom." Today we are talking all about her motherhood journey, her triggers of insecurity (which we found out are very similar to mine), how she's walked towards a path of confidence, and what it was like writing her second book. Loved getting to know her and you'll definitely want to pick up this very well done book if you have struggled with confidence, comparison, and inadequacy. Anyone??? Show Notes: Book link...
Episode 219: How to Play with Your Toddler with Autumn McKay
March 23, 2018 09:31 - 11.6 MBToday my guest is Autumn McKay of Best Mom Ideas. She is a toddler activity expert and we're going to chat about some fun, easy, and inexpensive ways to liven up playtime with your toddler. She is SO good at this and there's no reason to re-invent the wheel. Listen in for her tips and then check out her resources. Show Notes: www.bestmomideas.com Coupon Code for anyone that purchases a digital book from my website: GIVEME30 Follow her on Instagram @bestmomideas or on Facebook- https://www....
Episode 218: Raising Boys, Prioritizing Values, and Creating New Habits with Merrick White
March 20, 2018 09:28 - 22.4 MBThis was my first time speaking with Merrick White, of Merrick's Art, and her joy is simply contagious! We talked about all the things: Blogging, raising boys, finding the motivation to replace bad habits and the quote that changed the trajectory of her year. Such a fun and rich conversation with someone I've grown to really admire online. Show Notes: Follow Merrick on Instagram because she has the cutest fashion And her blog is here You can listen to her sister Janssen's episode here Connec...
Episode 217: How to Help Your Kids Eat Your Dinner with Liz Weiss
March 16, 2018 09:27 - 15.9 MBLiz Weiss is my guest today, and she is a nutritionist and overall fountain of knowledge when comes to helping families get healthy! Today we are chatting about her motherhood, dieting, allergies, and how to get your kids to eat what you make for dinner! Loved our chat and I know you'll walk away with some new food for thought! Show Notes: Author, Color, Cook, Eat! coloring book series Website: Liz's Healthy Table Listen to my Podcast Read her Blog Twitter: https://twitter.com/lizweiss Faceb...
Episode 216: Raising 7 Kids and Life as an Artist with Beth Allen
March 13, 2018 09:54 - 21.8 MBToday, my guest is the incredible artist Beth Allen. Beth currently lives in the midwest with her family of 7 children and is also an artist. Today we chat about raising a large family, her favorite phase of parenting, supporting her husband as he pursued dreams like opening a bakery, and why they moved into a church basement across the country. She's a fascinating and inspiring mom that you are going to love. And definitely, check out her beautiful artwork! Show Notes: Check out Beth's web...
Episode 215: Book Club “If You Only Knew” with author Jamie Ivey
March 09, 2018 09:15 - 17 MBToday, Jamie Ivey is back on the podcast to talk about her debut book, "If You Only Knew." I finished it last week, and WOW! It's incredible. I already loved her from her hit podcast The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey, but this book really makes me appreciate her faith and vulnerability even more. Today we are chatting about what it's like airing your story even when it's hard, what role she believes shame plays in feeling confident in sharing our story, and her favorite part of writing the book....
Episode 214: Surviving Cancer While Pregnant with Julie Barron
March 06, 2018 09:57 - 23.3 MBToday my guest is the incredible Julie Barron. Julie supported her husband (then friend/BF) when he was diagnosed with cancer in his early 20's, then they went on to struggle with infertility, and then after finally starting to grow their family, she found out she had cancer while halfway through her most recent pregnancy. It's an INCREDIBLE story of hope, perseverance, and love. You do not want to miss this amazing story! Julie is truly extraordinary! Show Notes: Check out Julie on Instagr...
Episode 213: Self-date night
March 02, 2018 09:14 - 7.32 MBEvery week, I go on a date. With myself. Yes, it's important to date when you are married, but today I'm talking about how this time to myself has drastically improved my self-care, mental state on a day to day basis, and the releasing of guilt that can come when I'm away from my kids. I would love to hear if this is something you do as well? If not, try it! Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: [email protected]
Episode 212: Digging Deep and Finding Inner Confidence with Whippy
February 27, 2018 09:08 - 28.2 MBToday my guest is Becky Crosby, better known to those who love her as Whippy! Whippy is an extraordinary mom, business owner, motivational speaker, and overall a really fascinating human being. When her parents announced their divorce last year, it set her on a new road of personal development, deeper than she's ever traveled before. We talk about that, her motherhood journey, what some might be surprised to know about her, and how she cultivates confidence. It's a beautiful and insightful in...
Episode 211: Mom of the Month Award
February 23, 2018 09:03 - 15.3 MBToday we are honoring an incredible mom who recently lost a son who battled mental health struggles. Over the last two decades, she's raised 5 kids and faced her share of trials. With a resilient faith and a love of motherhood, she has battled through every one of them. So much we can learn from Melanie Hartzell, our Extraordinary Mom of the Month Award winner! Thank you to Prep Dish for gifting subscriptions to the winner! Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordina...
Episode 210: Finding Meaning in the Hard Times with Natalie Norton
February 20, 2018 09:56 - 29.5 MBToday my guest is Natalie Norton, and if she's not already on your radar, you will be glad she is after this. Natalie is a wise soul who imparts so much wisdom with those she shares her story with. Today we are talking about facing trial after trial in her own life, the lesson that's taken her the longest to learn, how she intentionally parents her sons, and the word that I say that is holding me back from accepting where I am at this moment. It's a profound conversation on motherhood and sh...
Episode 209: Why I Will Never Like to Exercise
February 16, 2018 09:01 - 12.6 MBI've never liked to work out and I figured it would probably always be that way. That is until recently. I realized the power my thoughts have over my actions. And once I shifted my narrative to something positive surrounding health and fitness, my life began to change. So listen in to why I say, "I Will NEVER Like to Exercise!" Show Notes: Check out Rachel's episode on health and fitness here Check out Rachel's website to find the next available Body Love Bootcamp! This Podcast is sponsored ...
Episode 208: Battling Post Partum Depression with Diana Collins
February 13, 2018 09:06 - 22.2 MBToday my guest is Diana Collins. Diana is an incredible mom and today we are talking about her experience with the loss of a dear friend of hers due to Post Partum Depression, and then her own experience with mental health issues postpartum. I love her vulnerability about this topic so many of us can relate to and I am truly inspired how she has turned a great hardship in her life into something with a purpose and mission. And anyone has the power to do that in her own life. Show Notes: Chec...
Episode 207: Finding Peace in Your Life with author Kristen Kill
February 09, 2018 09:07 - 25 MBToday is a book club episode and my guest is a new author, Kristen Kill. After frustration and exhaustion from her fast-paced life, Kristen intentionally decided she needed to incorporate more times of rest and renewal in order to truly show up and enjoy the other aspects of her life. She wrote "Finding Selah" to offer encouragement and compassion for those similarly caught up in the hurriedness of life. In today's conversation, we talk about that, as well as her experience with Post Partum D...
Episode 206: Designing Your Life with Emily Lex
February 06, 2018 09:03 - 23.7 MBToday my guest is the delightful Emily Lex, of Jones Design Company. We had a fabulous chat about motherhood and raising teenagers, intentional choices and parenting, and how her company has evolved over the years. She is an extraordinary mom and business owner, that will inspire you to go after your dreams! Show Notes: Check out Emily on Instagram or on her website Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: [email protected] This Show was Sponsored by: We love RXBa...
Episode 205: Developing Speech and Intentional Play with Infants and Toddlers with Ayelet Marinovich
February 02, 2018 09:18 - 22.7 MBToday I'm chatting with Ayelet Marinovich, a speech and language pathologist, who also founded the resource Strength in Words. She is passionate about helping parents to foster language and communication in their infants and toddlers and provides a wealth of resources and information to help you to do just that! I learned so much, especially in terms of playing with our babies. They are never too young to benefit from intentional parenting. Enjoy. Show Notes: Strength In Words Website: https...
Episode 204: Getting HIGH on Fitness with Emily Nelson
January 30, 2018 09:49 - 27.2 MBToday I'm super jazzed to be bringing you my interview with Emily Nelson, co-founder of High Fitness. I have personally taken one of her classes and let me just say, it's more than a workout class. It's about using the body you have to move, have fun, dance, and LIVE! So today we chat about building her business, how she feels about the fitness industry, the non-traditional roles in her home, and what she wants to share with her girls about self-image. It's so good! Show Notes: Follow Emi...
Episode 203: Mom of the Month Award
January 26, 2018 09:25 - 24.3 MBYou guys made it too hard for me this month and I ended up selecting two winners for the Extraordinary Mom of the Month Award. The first, Niki Cooley, is a mom of three boys, including kindergarten-age twins who were born prematurely. In June, one of the twins was diagnosed with a brain tumor and has been in treatment ever since. Not only that, but the week after his first surgery, Niki gave birth to their third son. She's a true warrior mom and is so deserving of this honor. Not only that, b...