The real truth about how to navigate motherhood, work, marriages and everything in between all while we’re trying to survive and thrive in the chaos of a first responder family. Pour yourself a glass with hosts Brittney and Kelly as they aim to be a voice of support while sharing the real, raw side of fire wife life.
Travis Gribble: Retired law enforcement veteran and advocate for mental health wellbeing.
Our guest Travis Gribble has been on our list to record with for well over a year. Now retired after 24 years of working in law enforcement his journey to where he is today is so powerful and impactful to hear. Many of you listening are connected in the first responder world and we all hope by hearing these stories you know that you're not alone.
17 May 2024
Finding a Healthy Balance
We had the privilege of chatting with Dr. Brooke Bartlett. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and the owner of Center for Trauma, Anxiety, and Stress (CTAS) in California. Dr. Bartlett is a specialist working with the military and first responder community for well over ten years along with also having numerous publications in scientific journals and other resource literature.
29 Mar 2024
Destiny Morris: Communication and Intimacy
We're joined again by the lovely Destiny Morris. She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California, who specializes in first responders and their families. Destiny routinely sees individuals, couples, and holds a weekly therapy group for first responder partners. We are talking communication and intimacy with our fire responders.
(While there is no explicit language in this episode it may not be suitable for young ears)
8 Mar 2024
Support with Sleep Struggles
We preach all the time about the importance of sleep especially in a first responder family. Mostly our emphasis is on the first responder themselves getting enough adequate sleep after being away on shift. Regardless of the career you're in, parents of little ones can unanimously agree that sleep is the most precious commodity, especially in those early years. That's where our next guest comes in. Meghan Marchesani holds a Masters in Early Childhood Education, a Certified Pediatric sleep consultant, mama of 2 little ones, and a wife to a first responder.
26 Jan 2024
Flame Natural Decon With Tara Cornett
January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. We wanted to use this episode to recognize the efforts being made to keep our loved ones safe while on shift and at home. Our guest with us, is not only bringing awareness to firefighter cancer but her heart behind their mission is evident when you first meet her. Tara is the Founder & CEO of FLAME Natural Decon. She is the sister of a San Diego firefighter and a Navy Veteran herself.
15 Dec 2023
Surviving the Holidays
We got a chance to chat with Morgan Weatherholtz a police wife, teacher turned stay at home mom and business owner. We talked about surviving the holidays with the unique and often challenging schedule as a first responder family.
10 Nov 2023
Another "Life Lately" catch up
Ever play 20 questions? This episode we asked each other "get to know you" questions. Even after knowing each other for 20 years some of the answers surprised us! Listen in to get to know us a little better.
20 Oct 2023
"Being the default Parent"
We were able to sit down and chat with Maggie Hernandez. Maggie is a fellow firewife of nine years and mother of two. She is an associate therapist who specializes helping first responders and their families.
29 Sept 2023
Strengthening Communication
Our Guest: Destiny Morris
We sat down to chat with Destiny, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in first responders and their families.
28 Aug 2023
The Overwatch Collective Part 2
Listen in to our continued conversation with Greg from "The Overwatch Collective".
28 Aug 2023
The Overwatch Collective Part 1
We had a great conversation with Greg from the Overwatch Collective. They wanted to know our story and the "why" for starting Wives on Fire. The Overwatch Collective is normalizing PTSD, suicide awareness and mental health among First Responders and Military through their podcast. All money they raise goes toward funding therapy and introducing resources to those in need.
11 Aug 2023
Bats, bunnies and an Air BnB
"It's summer time, schedules are out the window, structure is gone and we are in a sinking ship."
23 Jun 2023
Heroes Financial Coaching
Our guest today is Courtney from Heroes Financial Coaching. She helps first responder and military families reach their money goals and get rid of financial stress.
13 Apr 2023
"Fit for Off-Duty" With Dr. Peter Salerno
We had the privilege of talking to the author of "Fit for Off-Duty", Dr Perter Salerno. "Fit for Off-Duty" is a manual for fire fighters to heal from work related trauma, restore personal relationships and thrive at home.
27 Mar 2023
The Hard Conversations
We are talking about the hard conversations. These are the topics that aren't talked about out loud at Christmas parties or department picnics when you get together with other spouses. These conversations are happening at home and they need to be shared in a larger space. Many of you are first responder spouses but many of you listening are not or only know someone who is. This episode is for you too. Anyone can benefit from learning how to better support a person when they need it.
1 Mar 2023
Intentional Time
Today we want to tackle one of the most important aspects of family life, especially for us coming from a first responder family, how you spend time away from the job and why it’s so important to be intentional with it.
16 Feb 2023
The Beginning
The real truth about how to navigate motherhood, work, marriages and everything in between all while we’re trying to survive and thrive in the chaos of a first responder family. Pour yourself a glass with hosts Brittney and Kelly as they aim to be a voice of support while sharing the real, raw side of fire wife life.
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