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A relatable, and entertaining podcast diving into the world of competitive swimming in NJ— through the eyes of moms living it every day. From practices and meets to swim politics, pressures, drama, college recruiting, and balancing family life, no topic is off limits. Hosted by NJ swim moms, episodes feature honest conversations, personal experiences, expert insights, and special guests. And of course, every episode includes our fan-favorite “Swim Mom Confessions” segment — where listeners anonymously share the funny, chaotic, emotional, and sometimes outrageous truths of swim parent life.
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- Today59 min
Episode 17: Swim Plateaus - When "Stuck" Isn't Stuck
Early short-course times can feel stuck, and sometimes that is completely normal. Renee and Rochelle break down what a swim plateau really means, why September times do not define the season, and how to tell a normal training rebuild from a real red flag.They also cover the early-season meet-entry scramble, the proposed TEAM USA Act, the new College Swimming League, Lehigh men's swimming's suspension pending a hazing investigation, Golden Goggles nominees, Yu Zidi's 200 fly performance, and this week's Swimmer of the Week: Kaylee Alana Matos of the OCY Tigersharks.Plus: Favorite Things, Swim Mom Confessions, and the reminder every parent needs before comparing an early-season swim to last spring.CHAPTERS00:00 Cold open02:00 Headlines and shoutouts14:00 Swim plateaus: When "stuck" isn't stuck32:00 Favorite Things40:00 Swim Mom Confessions48:00 Wrap-upWhen has "stuck" turned out to be completely normal for your swimmer? Tell us in the comments.Follow Swim Moms of NJ on Instagram and TikTok: @swimmomsofnj
- 1 weeks ago1h 13m
Episode 16: SCY Shock
Short course yards season is back—and so is SCY shock. Renee and Rochelle break down why the September switch feels so different, how to approach early-season times without spiraling, and what swim parents should focus on instead of comparing.They also cover USA Swimming's National and Junior National Teams, make their Golden Goggles predictions, talk about the transition to college swim-mom life, introduce the Swim Moms app, share practical meet-planning advice, reveal this week's favorite things and confessions, launch Swimmer of the Week nominations, and highlight Ryan Lochte's #FixMyStroke series.What gives your family the biggest SCY shock? Tell us—and nominate a swimmer for Swimmer of the Week by sharing who they are and what makes them deserving.Follow Swim Moms of NJ on Instagram and TikTok: @swimmomsofnjCHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to Episode 1604:10 USA Swimming National Team selections10:37 Golden Goggles predictions14:15 Short course season is back15:54 Becoming a college swim mom18:07 The September SCY shock25:00 The Rutgers parking rant30:12 Early-season times and expectations37:38 Favorite Thing: the Swim Moms app46:00 Building a manageable meet schedule57:22 Favorite Thing: WOLFpak backpack1:02:39 Swim Mom Confessions1:09:21 Introducing Swimmer of the Week1:11:56 Ryan Lochte's #FixMyStroke
- 2 weeks ago48 min
Episode 15: Swim Mom 101 — Everything New Swim Parents Need to Know
New to club swimming? Swim Mom 101 has you covered. Renee and Rochelle break down the things every new swim parent wishes someone had explained—from team apps, practice expectations and meet signups to events, heats, lanes, time standards and Meet Mobile.They also share what belongs in a swimmer’s bag, when tech suits matter, why meet volunteers are essential, how to handle a DQ, the SafeSport rules parents need to know and the most important reminder of all: let the coaches coach and be your swimmer’s safe place.Plus, Renee prepares to send a swimmer off to college, the moms talk about surviving summer, and they share their favorite things and Swim Mom Confessions.CHAPTERS0:00 A new swim season begins1:38 Driving schedules and growing up5:49 Sending a swimmer off to college9:18 Swim Mom 101 begins11:05 Practice expectations, team apps and meet signups13:30 Who chooses events—and why you must read team emails16:15 Event timelines and swimming time standards18:59 Meet-day arrivals and Meet Mobile19:39 Events, heats, lanes and heat sheets23:03 Pool-deck basics and what not to bring25:19 The new swimmer gear guide29:29 Towel pants, parkas and staying warm32:16 Meet volunteering: jobs every parent should know34:02 Tech suits and meet snacks35:12 DQ, DFS, NS and NT explained37:07 How swimmers miss races—and how to prevent it39:13 Seed times and lane order40:15 Diving, SafeSport and the swim-parent rules44:37 Favorite things and Swim Mom Confessions48:40 ClosingWhat advice would you give a brand-new swim parent? Share it with the Swim Moms of NJ community.
- 3 weeks ago1h 8m
Episode 14: Back to Swim and Back to School! Where Did the Summer Go?
🎙️ Episode 14 is here!Summer break is ending, school is starting and swimmers everywhere are trying to find their feel for the water again. How much time off is too much—and can racing less actually help?Renee & Rochelle talk honestly about returning after a break, protecting a swimmer’s confidence and balancing club, high school and college transitions. They also catch up on the biggest headlines from Pan Pacs, the European Championships and the proposed return of the International Swimming League.In this episode:🌊 Getting the feel for the water back after time off🧠 Why the return to swim can be more mental than physical⏱️ When racing less may help swimmers see progress🏫 Balancing high school and club swim🌍 Kate Douglass, Gretchen Walsh, Katie Ledecky, Jack Alexy, David Popovici, Léon Marchand and more💸 The ISL comeback, promised prize money and the swimmers still asking to be paid🏊♀️ A New Jersey parent-relay fundraiser idea💪 Ali Truwit, para swimming and the Stronger Than You Think Foundation🎓 Sending a swimmer off to college and recruiting-trip advice😂 Swim Mom Confessions and favorite thingsA new season is a reset—not a race to catch up. Give swimmers time to rebuild rhythm, confidence and excitement for what comes next.Follow Swim Moms of NJ and join the conversation: How much time does your swimmer take off before a new season?CHAPTERS0:00 Welcome back—and London’s 2012 Olympic pool2:41 How much time off is too much?4:49 Racing less and seeing more progress7:44 High school swim vs. club swim10:48 Pan Pacs predictions: Ledecky, Douglass & Walsh12:48 Pan Pacs vs. Euros—and the races swimmers need19:35 Junior Pan Pacs and rising stars23:04 The ISL comeback and unpaid-swimmer controversy31:24 Why swimming needs more prime-time attention33:25 The New Jersey parent-relay fundraiser36:26 Ali Truwit, para swimming & Stronger Than You Think42:09 Sending a swimmer off to college46:42 Recruiting-trip advice49:39 Meet Mobile tips for new swim moms51:20 Back-to-school nutrition and the home fueling station54:00 “Oreo-gate” and school-snack debates56:59 Balancing school and swim58:27 Swim Mom Confessions1:00:33 Swim Moms of NJ shop1:02:42 Favorite things1:07:10 Closing
- Aug 16, 20261h 23m
Episode 13: Swim Burnout — When to Push, Pause or Let Your Swimmer Quit
🎙️ Episode 13 is here!What do you do when your swimmer says, “I want to quit”? Do they need a push, a break or permission to walk away?Renee & Rochelle unpack swim burnout from a parent’s point of view—how to spot the difference between one hard day and a real pattern, protect a young athlete’s identity beyond the pool and decide when to push, pause or make a change.In this episode:🔥 Signs your swimmer may be burning out⏸️ When rest, fewer practices or another sport may help🧭 How to tell the difference between a rough patch and a red flag💬 Why communication—and understanding the “why”—matters🏁 Finishing what you start without ignoring mental health🏊 Helping young athletes build an identity beyond times and medals🇺🇸 Pan Pacs headlines, record swims and breakout performances⭐ Jack Alexy, Gretchen Walsh, Kate Douglass, Van Mathias, Leon Marchand, Summer McIntosh, Lani Pallister, Katie Ledecky and more😂 Swim Mom Confessions and favorite thingsYour swimmer is a whole person—not just a time on the scoreboard. Sometimes they need encouragement to keep going; sometimes they need room to breathe. The hard part is knowing which one.Follow Swim Moms of NJ and join the conversation: Has your swimmer ever wanted to quit? Did they need a push, a pause or a change?
- Aug 9, 20261h 9m
Episode 12: Swim Group Placements — What to Do When Your Swimmer Doesn’t Move Up
🎙️ Episode 12 is here!It’s group-placement season—and swim families everywhere are asking the same questions: Why didn’t my swimmer move up? Should we switch teams? When should a parent step in?Renee & Rochelle talk through the emotions that come with moving up, moving down, or watching friends advance. They share why the grass isn’t always greener, how to trust your coach without staying silent, and how swimmers can advocate for themselves respectfully.In this episode:🏊 What to consider before changing swim teams⬆️ What group placement really means—and what it doesn’t🗣️ How to ask a coach, “What do I need to do next?”⏳ Why the 24-hour rule can prevent parent-coach conflict🤝 Helping swimmers stay connected when friends move up🇺🇸 Pan Pacs, Junior Nationals and Senior Zones headlines🎓 Division II’s five-for-five eligibility update and recruiting reminders🌊 Olympic open-water swimming, NJ lake swimming and supporting summer swim clubs😂 Swim Mom Confessions and favorite thingsOne practice-group decision does not define your swimmer’s future. Sometimes the best next step is to breathe, ask good questions and turn disappointment into motivation.Follow Swim Moms of NJ and join the conversation: Has your swimmer ever been disappointed by a group placement? What helped?
- Aug 2, 202659 min
Episode 11: The Off-Season Isn't Off — Swim Recovery, Sleep & Coming Back Stronger
It's August — long course is done, short course hasn't started, and every swim family is quietly wondering the same thing: will a break make my kid fall behind?In this episode of Swim Moms of NJ, Renee & Rochelle make the case that the off-season isn't off at all — it's when a whole year of training finally sinks in. They break down the off-season "menu": sleep, fuel, active recovery, a mental reset, and a smart ramp back into short-course season.This week's topics include:🛌 Why sleep is the #1 (free) recovery tool — and the Stanford study that proved it🍓 Fueling & hydration when the yardage drops🚴♀️ Active recovery & cross-training: rest from swimming, not from moving🧠 The mental reset that actually prevents burnout🔁 Smart maintenance and a smooth re-entry into SCY🇺🇸 NJ Spotlight: Anna Moesch's American Record + two Jersey kids on the Pan Pacs team🏅 Swim Mom Confessions, Favorite Things & Swim Mom Olympics — Off-Season EditionWhether you've got a self-driven swimmer who can't sit still or a kid who needs a gentle nudge to stay in love with the sport, this is your off-season game plan.Thank you for being part of the Swim Moms of NJ community. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating and review, and share it with another swim parent.Follow us for more:📸 Instagram: @SwimMomsOfNJBecause the races may last only minutes—but the memories last forever. 💙🏊#SwimMomsOfNJ #SwimParents #OffSeasonTraining #SwimRecovery #CompetitiveSwimming #USASwimming #NJSwimming #TeenAthletes #SleepIsTraining #SwimLife
- Jul 26, 202656 min
Episode 10: College Swim Recruiting — The Visit Stage
As the list narrows and the visit invites start rolling in, college swim recruiting gets real — and the visit stage comes with lessons no one hands you in a brochure.In this episode of Swim Moms of NJ, we break down official vs. unofficial visits . This week's topics include:📅 The recruiting calendar—what June 15 and August 1 unlock (D1)🏫 Official vs. unofficial visits: who pays, who invites, what's covered💸 The one question that protects your budget🛏️ Airport pickups, separate itineraries, and the dorm overnight🎓 How the visit stage differs across D1, D2, D3, and Ivy programs💌 The handwritten thank-you note (and the cards-plus-stamps hack)Whether you've got a rising junior stepping into visit season or you're just learning how it all works, this episode is full of practical guidance, real stories, and encouragement for every swim family.New to the recruiting conversation? Go back to Episode 4 for the basics—building your list and first connecting with coaches.Thank you for being part of the Swim Moms of NJ community. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating and review, and share it with another swim parent.Follow us for more:📸 Instagram: @SwimMomsOfNJBecause the races may last only minutes—but the memories last forever. 💙🏊#SwimMomsOfNJ #SwimMom #SwimParents #SwimRecruiting #CollegeSwimming #OfficialVisit #NCAASwimming #D1Swimming #NJSwimming #SwimLife
About Swim Moms of NJ
A relatable, and entertaining podcast diving into the world of competitive swimming in NJ— through the eyes of moms living it every day. From practices and meets to swim politics, pressures, drama, college recruiting, and balancing family life, no topic is off limits. Hosted by NJ swim moms, episodes feature honest conversations, personal experiences, expert insights, and special guests. And of course, every episode includes our fan-favorite “Swim Mom Confessions” segment — where listeners anonymously share the funny, chaotic, emotional, and sometimes outrageous truths of swim parent life.
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