Teaching Your Children About Sink Washes and How to Do LaundryYour host, Lee Uehara, a.k.a. PractiMama, shares why it's a good thing to teach your children how to do a sink wash and how to do their own laundry. And, especially why if they're d

Happy New Year 2023

Jan 1st, 2023 1m 38s

Happy New Year 2023!Your host, Lee Uehara, a.k.a. PractiMama, wants to wish you a very wonderful Happy New Year!Did you know that it's the Year of the Rabbit? So if you're a Rabbit and this is your year, extra greetings to you!If you'd li

Parenting Self-Care Tip: Get FITTED for a New Bra!

Apr 16th, 2022 4m 25s

Your host, Lee Uehara, a.k.a. PractiMama, shares why you need a new bra — and not just buying one off a box store rack!PractiMama wants you — no, ORDERS you — to get FITTED for new bras! There is a world of difference when you put on a proper

A Parenting Tip for Being Frustrated with Your Toddler - with Christine Maziarz

Mar 26th, 2022 4m 54s

Your host, Lee Uehara, a.k.a. PractiMama, gets to talk with fellow mom Christine Maziarz of Your Empty Nest Coach podcast. She gives us a tip for when we're frustrated with our toddlers -- or any-aged child!If you have insights about this tip

A Parenting Tip for Mama Loneliness

Feb 9th, 2022 6m 32s

Are you a lonely mama or parent? Your host, Lee Uehara, a.k.a. PractiMama, shares her quick take on it and what to do about it. Just know, too, that it will pass and things WILL get better! And, that being lonely happens to all of us at som

Happy New Year 2022 + Tip for Easier Parenting, Promise!

Jan 5th, 2022 2m 55s

Happy New Year 2022, Y'all!Your host, Lee Uehara, a.k.a. PractiMama, wants to wish you a very Happy New Year!Today's tip is about how to feel like parenting is easier — promise!Basically, taking on the job of "Parent" means accepting the t

Teaching Little Ones How to Read

Oct 6th, 2019 7m 15s

In Episode 29, PractiMama, a.k.a. Lee Uehara, shares a simple way to start teaching your little one how to read letters, numbers and how to recognize colors.This is Lee's favorite parenting and education tips EVER!! Just use your local transi

Back to School Tips: Teacher Questionnaire and Class Parent Selections

Sep 29th, 2019 8m 7s

In Episode 28, it's Back-to-School time! PractiMama, a.k.a. Lee Uehara, shares two tips that will get parents connecting with their child's teacher and help alleviate the stress of NOT being selected as the Room Parent / Class Parent / Class Mo

Tips for That First, Out-of-Town Class Field Trip

May 13th, 2019 10m 35s

In Episode 27, PractiMama, a.k.a. Lee, shares her take on that first, out-of-town class field trip. You know, the kind where your young one goes off to another city early in the morning and comes back in the evening.Find out what to do before

A Sneaky Tip If You're Missing Out on Class Field Trips

May 5th, 2019 4m 35s

In Episode 26, PractiMama a.k.a Lee, shares the one sneaky tip for those times when you have to miss out on your little one's field trip but actually want to attend!Have you ever done this? What are your thoughts about missing out on field tr

One Tip for Quicker Dinner Prep - LOL

Apr 28th, 2019 3m 8s

In Episode 25, PractiMama, a.k.a. Lee, shares her go-to tip for a quick dinner on those nights when cooking is out of the question! Which take-out food apps do you use and or love? What do you think? You can reach the show and Lee by visiting

Decrease those Morning Screeches and Stress - with Lee Ann Stern

Apr 21st, 2019 3m 14s

In Episode 24, PractiMama, a.k.a. Lee, meets up with mother of two boys, Lee Ann Stern. Lee Ann shares her latest tip to have calmer mornings without the chaos: Google Home. Listen to find out why!Do you have an AI helper in your home? What d

Hot Manny - What Would You Do?

Apr 14th, 2019 9m 47s

In Episode 23, PractiMama, a.k.a. Lee, shares what happens when she spots a hot manny on the playground - and the ensuing commentary about it in one of those Facebook moms groups...Never a dull moment here in PractiMama-/Lee-land. LOL.What wo

Shoe Tip: Buy a Foot Measuring Device 022

Apr 7th, 2019 4m 35s

In Episode 22, Lee - a.k.a. PractiMama - shares why every parent should buy a foot measuring device!Mentions/Resources:- Brannock Devices - you know, the ones in shoe stores!: www.Brannock.com- A sports podcast for kids: Sebz World of Sport

Tip for Divorced Parents and What To Do on the Weekends - with Joseph Foley 021

Mar 31st, 2019 4m 9s

In Episode 21, Lee - a.k.a. PractiMama - invites guest Joseph Foley to share his parenting tip for spending time with the kids on the weekend.Foley, a divorced father who splits parenting 50/50 with his ex-wife, gives us a wonderful spin on w

020 Three Easy Photo Tips For Capturing Your Little Ones

Mar 24th, 2019 4m 24s

PractiMama, a.k.a. Lee Uehara, dives right in and shares three tips for taking better pictures of your little ones. As a classically trained photographer, Lee wants parents to get out there and snap away!Keep listening, and you'll also learn

019 Things to Watch Out For During the First Two Years

Mar 17th, 2019 3m 20s

Things to Watch Out For During the First Two Years.PractiMama, a.k.a. your host Lee Uehara, gives you the heads up during diaper-changing time as well as what to be mindful of during your little one's first two years. Listen in and find out th

018 One Way Parents Can Stay Sane - with Therese Snider

Mar 11th, 2019 4m 18s

One Way Parents Can Stay Sane - with Therese Snider.PractiMama, a.k.a. Lee Uehara, interviews Therese Snider and learns how she stays sane with her husband. Therese manages the household, just finished graduate school and works full-time. So,

017 How to Handle Forgetting About Tooth Fairy Duties

Mar 4th, 2019 4m 15s

How to Handle Forgetting About Tooth Fairy Duties.PractiMama, a.k.a. Lee Uehara, shares some go-to lines to tell your little ones when you forget your Tooth Fairy duties! Keep listening, and you'll also learn what to do now to avoid waking u

016 The One Thing ALL Parents Need to Do - and The MOST Important Stroller Shopping Tips EVER

Feb 25th, 2019 10m 2s

The One Thing ALL Parents Need to Do - and The MOST Important Stroller Shopping Tips EVER! PractiMama, a.k.a. Lee Uehara, is on a roll with this episode - SOOO many nuggets about buying a stroller. And, PractiMama shares the ONE thing that ALL

015 The ONE Thing You NEED for the Crawling-to-Walking Stage

Feb 17th, 2019 2m 23s

The ONE Thing You NEED for the Crawling-to-Walking Stage. If you're like Lee and want to minimize knee and back aches, then listen in as she shares with you the ONE thing you absolutely need to purchase!Please help Lee spread the word by shar

014 A Plea to Some Fathers & Valentine's Day Tips

Feb 4th, 2019 5m 13s

A Plea to Some Fathers - and Other UN-Emotional Caregivers & Valentine's DayListen as your host, PractiMama - a.k.a. Lee Uehara, implores fathers (and other moms and caregivers) who are uncomfortable with consoling - or hugging - their little

013 How to Get Your LO to Wear a Hat - and How This Method Teaches Simple Math

Jan 26th, 2019 5m 35s

How to Get Your LO to Wear a Hat - and How This Method Teaches Simple Math.Listen as your host, Lee Uehara, shares the process of getting your little one to comply with wearing a hat. And yes, it could take five minutes - or five days! You'

012 One Unique Idea for Holiday Class Giveaways for Any Age

Jan 25th, 2019 4m 20s

One Unique Idea for Holiday Class Giveaways for Any Age. Listen as your host, Lee Uehara, shares one way to be a big hit in the classroom by handing out this one fun item on any or all of the festive holidays, such as Valentine's Day, St. Pat

011 The 5 Must-Haves for Your Parenting Go-Bag

Jan 18th, 2019 9m 37s

The 5 Parenting Essentials to Have in Your Bag. Really.Listen as your host, Lee Uehara, shares what she considers to be the five essential items to have in any parenting bag, handbag, pack, or bottom of your stroller. LOL.Please do share th