Episode #113
Preschool Drop-Offs, Frozen Eggs & the Water Buffalo Era
This week Sonia and Jess talk first-day-of-school separation anxiety, prednisone induced water retention, the very serious business of kindergarten lunches, AOC publicly freezing her eggs at 36, and what they wish they’d known about fertility preservation. Jess explains why she deleted the dating apps and is entering her “dating myself” era, Sonia discovers that being a fun mom at a water park is significantly harder when your contacts are trying to evacuate your eyes, and the episode ends with a deeply unnecessary conversation about whether Mike is secretly attracted to water buffaloes. They also revisit the ongoing Lindsay Clancy case and discuss some of the claims, theories and courtroom developments circulating publicly. Connect with the Geriatric Mamas: Instagram Facebook Email us at hello@geriatricmamas.com Want to be a guest? Fill out our Be a Guest Form and share your motherhood, pregnancy, or fertility journey. We’d love to feature your story! And remember: We’re committed to sharing raw, honest experiences, so stay tuned for more heartwarming, hilarious, and relatable episodes. Thanks for listening, and we’re so glad to be back! What we're reaching for: Sati Soda’s lemon-lime blend is one of those things that just makes our routine feel more elevated without trying too hard. It has this really calming, clear energy from the CBD and adaptogens like lion’s mane and ashwagandha, so we feel relaxed but still present. A space for women fully in it —IVF, pregnancy after loss, high-anxiety pregnancies—the emotional roller coaster no one warned us about. It’s everything the “just relax” crowd doesn’t understand. The packing cubes that make life feel curated and calm—with everything tucked into its spot, we’re actually able to see what we packed, and suddenly the whole day vibes… a touch more peaceful and under control. We’ve been using these and the difference in our face and ankle swelling is actually noticeable. It’s this blend of herbal ingredients that supports lymphatic drainage and helps your body move things along (which, honestly, we all need), and somehow it just works. When we wanted something to take the edge off without drinking—whether it was preconception, during any trimester, or honestly through this whole motherhood journey—we’ve reached for a calmer, cleaner option. This tincture was the one that worked. Feeling bloated and just... off lately? Same. This is one of those tiny daily things that actually makes a difference —just a few drops and you feel like you’re at least trying to have your life together. We use it, our kids use it, and it’s officially part of the routine. Fertility hormones and bloating are literally the worst—getting dressed some days feels like your own body is sabotaging your vibe. So here’s our comfort-first guide to what actually feels good during fertility treatments —because if you’re already injecting hormones, the absolute bare minimum is pants that aren’t emotionally aggressive.
