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Podcast Episode 92: How to Parent for the Long Haul with Julie Lythcott-Haims
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Podcast Episode 92: How to Parent for the Long Haul with Julie Lythcott-Haims

When we focus on making things easier in the short term, we deprive our kids of the skills they need for the long haul. Julie Lythcott-Haims shares with us how we can support our kids to become self-sufficient adults.

Podcast Episode 89: Why We Absolutely Need Mom Friends
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Podcast Episode 89: Why We Absolutely Need Mom Friends

You’ve heard us talk about “back in times of B.C.” (Before Children) and how life worked differently then. One of those things that worked differently were friendships (for many of us). We had school, or work, or outside hobbies where we could meet people with similar interests. But when you become a mom, some of us are cut off from those outside things and we struggle trying to make those friendships going forward. And the truth is that mom friends are absolutely essential to your journey through parenthood!

Well, no need to fear, we’ve got 3 tips on how to make (and keep) those mommy friendships going strong!

Podcast Episode 88: Second Child Thoughts: What Changes When 1 Becomes 2 with Lynn Berger
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Podcast Episode 88: Second Child Thoughts: What Changes When 1 Becomes 2 with Lynn Berger

So many moms worry about whether or not we are giving enough attention to our kids, especially when they outnumber you! We feel guilty for spending what may seem like a lot of time with one child and not enough with the other.
Are we really giving some of our kids (often the younger ones) the raw end of the deal? Nope, we’re doing our best.

Podcast Episode 87: Listener Questions: Bedtime Routines and Sibling Fights
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Podcast Episode 87: Listener Questions: Bedtime Routines and Sibling Fights

Having trouble with bedtime routines and sibling fights? In this episode we talk about the difficulties of getting 3 kids (all under 6 years old!) in bed at night and how to not get caught in the middle of every fight- especially ones that involve the TV remote!

Podcast Episode 86: Parenting on the Same Page with Amy McCready
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Podcast Episode 86: Parenting on the Same Page with Amy McCready

It’s hard enough when you are trying to pick a place to go out to eat and no one is on the same page, but when you and your partner or co-parent aren’t on the same page…it can be downright agonizing! We discuss with Amy how parents can identify what the real issue is causing their parenting struggles and how to best get on the same page and become a united front.