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For The ParentsFairness and Equality Among SiblingsWith our youngest being almost 2 and our oldest being 4, it can be quite difficult to make sure that they both feel like they are being treated equally. Are they both getting at least somewhat equal one on one time? Are they both getting the attention they need? What about sugary goodness (even though we do try to keep that at a minimum)? There's also a cheeky little story about our oldest.
2022-11-2923 minFor The ParentsThe One About Conscious Parenting (ft. a bonus little argument)Full disclosure, we do have a little squabble. I mean honestly somedays buttons that you didn't even know you had get pushed, and it is completely normal to argue. Oh yeah, we also try to decipher what conscious parenting is, or rather what it means to us.
2022-11-2251 minFor The ParentsSleep Deprivation RamblingsEven through our sleep deprivation we were able to talk about some interesting topics. What does your time with your children look like? Sam has a routine that she likes fairly well, but Jesse isn't sure about what to do during his time with the children. And we also chatted about our struggles with where our kids are at the moment.
2022-11-1531 minFor The ParentsA Sneaky Peak Into The FutureA quickie little cast about a gorgeous reunion that gave us a tiny little peak into what it is like to have older children (12-14 year olds ish), and a random thought about how by just being there for your children is more than good enough.
2022-11-0909 minFor The ParentsExpectations and ChildrenJesse and I discuss what our own personal expectations are for our children, and it wasn't a minute too soon. This is such an important conversation to have with your partner because it can lead to a better understanding of your co-parent and their own personal vision for your shared children.
2022-10-2539 minFor The ParentsBuilding Capacity in ParentingPlease don't mind the weird things going on with our audio and enjoy our discussion about finally being in a place in our parenthood journey where we aren't struggling to find sanity on a daily basis, and instead we are starting to think about more productive ways to spend our after hours time. There is also a little sprinkling conversation about different emotions involving being part time stay at home parents.
2022-10-1829 minFor The ParentsRules In RelationshipsHere is our #1 rule in our relationship and why we feel it is so important. It has helped us through thick and thin, and has helped both of us to truly be seen and heard. This is specific to what works for us, but regardless we do feel that every relationship could benefit from having a set of boundaries and limits that enhance their communications.
2022-10-0729 minFor The ParentsAllowing Yourself To Not Be OkayFriends, the audio did not go that smoothly in this episode, but we wouldn't have posted in unless the message was worth it. So I hope no one is too bothered. Being a parent is hard and it is okay to let go of that guilt that we might feel about being a bad parents. It is impossible to be a perfect parent, we are all just doing our best. And that is more than good enough.
2022-09-1340 minFor The ParentsSplitting PonsitilitiesWe have fallen off of our house management bandwagon far too many times to count. So we decided that we were due for a complete overhaul of our previous housework management system. There are also a couple of bonus children story times included that we hope you enjoy as much as we have.
2022-09-0635 minFor The ParentsAt Home Preschool Lesson PlanningAs parents we are our children's first and most important teachers, which can feel incredibly intimidating. In this episode we discuss a little lesson planning guide to, we hope, make teaching at home a little easier.
2022-08-3133 minFor The ParentsThe Balance Between Being A Human and A ParentAlthough we are now parents, and are expected to take care of our children... we are still human. We believe that it's all about learning as we grow, but also accepting who we are now, mistakes and all.
2022-06-2133 minFor The ParentsThat Time We Got COVIDFor reference, this happened in January of 2022. It was still stressful, and it was still a lot of worrying, and we are forever grateful that it wasn't as bad as it could have been.
2022-06-1422 minFor The ParentsHow We Discuss Our ChildrenHow do you, as a couple, speak with each other about where you children are at in their development? Join us as we touch base with each other and try to figure out how we can continue to be there for our children. Each new day brings forth new trials and definitely new errors, but we are always learning (I hope) from our mistakes.
2022-05-2458 minFor The ParentsRe-Discovering Yourself As A ParentChildren take over all parts of your life. So what is left over? More importantly, who even are you now? Finding that out is definitely a process, one that we are still on.
2022-05-171h 02For The ParentsSleep TroublesOur last couple of nights have been rough. Our kids have been delightfully been playing a game of keep mom and dad up all night forever to see who goes crazy first. Such a fun little game.
2022-05-1015 minFor The ParentsArguments Among The ParentsEvery couple argues. And then you add kids into the situation and of course the added stress can make arguments come up more often. But arguing doesn't have to be unhealthy, in fact, it can be quite healthy for your relationship if done with respect and love (and not by demeaning your partner). Jesse and Sam talk about how they try to handle their disagreements (no one is perfect).
2022-05-0358 minFor The ParentsPlaying With Your Children and When Children LieHere we talk about the difficulties that can be felt when you hear the dreaded words, "Play with me!" There are a lot of feelings involved, including guilt, and sadness, and anger, and frustration. These are all normal. Especially when it feels like your children already demand a lot of your time. We also talk about the time we caught Ollie in a lie, and how we handled that learning experience.
2022-04-2755 minFor The ParentsThe One About P*&pThis episode is short and not at all sweet. With 2 children and 2 dogs (at the moment) it appears that we are knee dip in bodily excrements. More so Jesse than Sam, for which she is probably very grateful.
2022-04-1921 minFor The ParentsRambling EditionAs parents know, life is sometimes (a lot of the times) messy. Join us for some ramblings about our week, where we are, and what is in our future. We start off a little tense, but quickly let it go. Is it perfect? No. Is it real life? Absolutely.
2022-04-0554 minFor The ParentsFood and ParentingWe don't want to mislead, we do not yet know the secret to making children eat their food. But we do know about food, well, one of us does. Today we are joined by certified raw Chef, Jesse. Forget about the raw part, because that is not us at all. We're talking about trying to make sense of children's eating preferences, what they nutritionally need, and most importantly (for us parents), how to cook for them without the stress.
2022-03-291h 06For The Parents8 Weeks LaterWe are back! Here's a quick recap of everything that has been going on since we've been gone. There was another trip and some major life changes for our family's day to day life. We are super excited to continue this journey with you guys. It's not perfect, but it's ours, and we love it.
2022-03-2255 minFor The ParentsBinkie TransitionsThe dreaded binkie transition. Need we say more?
2021-09-141h 01For The ParentsThreenagersOur little lovely firstborn baby doll went to sleep one night, and the next morning, he woke up already in his teen years and with all that sass and attitude that comes with it. We are completely here for it. Even if he does keep us on our toes.
2021-09-1459 minFor The ParentsBeing Sick with Children Then and NowWe're sick! Again! Do you remember that it was a pretty rough discussion last time? But this time we are more level headed, and we are comparing our state of being now, with where we were then.
2021-09-0746 minFor The ParentsA 1 Year Old, A 3 Year Old, and an AirplaneOur first airplane trip with two little ones. It was the best of times and it was the worst of times. There was laughter, there were tears, there were blissful moments, and there was underboob sweat. We tell all.
2021-08-3159 minFor The ParentsAirplane Pt 2 and A Full Stay At Home Day for JesseSam starts us off by delving into how we felt like our children experienced the trip while Jesse tries to get a tired 2 year old to PLEASE GO TO SLEEP. When he finally joins us, he divulges some insights into how his day as a stay at home parent went, as well as some epiphanies he has about being a stay at home parent versus being a working parent.
2021-08-3156 minFor The ParentsRole Reversal and Hard FeelingsTW: talk of depression and suicide
The one where Sam goes to work and Jesse stays home with the children. How did it go? We talk very candidly and our conversation is truthful and raw. There is anger, there are tears, and in the end, there is laughter. It can be so hard to be vulnerable, but being a parent can feel so isolating, and hearing stories from others that might be going through something similar is so important. We are here. You are not alone.
2021-08-2757 minFor The ParentsResults vs Efforts Based Praise in ParentingSomething that we have learned in our life so far is that what counts more is the journey, not the destination. And we have noticed that we have been giving so much praise to our doves when they complete a project and come show us. "Oh! You did it!" "Good job!" What we don't do, is praise their journey, their effort that they put into their task. This kid of praise fosters creativity confidence in themselves, and just generally a better grasp at handling expectations, but ultimately, we want to help them understand that in life, as a whole...2021-08-2759 minFor The ParentsAll About TimeTime management is as ever changing as our children. We start off trying to figure out where the breakdown in communication happened during our dinner and bedtime. Then we jump right in to time. Some days go by so so fast and then other days feel like they just drag on and on and on, and then some days just get away from you! It is hard, at least for us, to manage our time and our routine when so many things seem like they are out of your control. We don't come up with a definitive '"right"...2021-08-241h 09For The ParentsPlaytime: Active vs PassiveHow we each feel about play times? Sam advocates for incorporating learning into our interactions, while Jesse feels like perhaps they should be more about going with the flow. There is no one right way, but we had such a lovely chat about things that we've experienced both together and independently. This episode is full of laughter as we continue to grow with each other through our parenting adventure.
2021-08-241h 02For The ParentsOur Take on Teaching About Feelings and EmotionsThere are many ways in which to help your children understand their feelings and their emotions. Join us as we explain how we are muddling through and our logic behind our methods, imperfect as they may be. Whichever way you tackle this part of their development, we feel that feelings and emotions are crucially important to navigating the world. Sam continues to misnumber episodes, but we hope that one day she will get it right.
2021-08-181h 02For The ParentsParental Rage and Final Thoughts on Being on the Same PageThis eppy starts out a little rough. We are sorry for the audio mixup. At least it is nice lounge music to get you ready for a super taboo topic. Parental Rage. It. Is. So. Common. Many parents feel it and keep it locked up in a closet of shame. There is no shame. Parenting is so taxing on every aspect of yourself. While there are lovely magical moments, there are also mental hurtles, emotional hurtles, and physical hurtles. It is spelled wrong for the right reasons. Strap in and get ready to feel less shame about parental rage. 2021-08-1755 minFor The ParentsBeing on the Same Page in Front of Your ChildrenHow important is it to be on the same page in front of your children? Is challenging your partner another opportunity for growth and learning? Or does it teach your children how to get around one parent by going to the other one?
2021-08-171h 03For The ParentsA Very Rough Dinnertime and Struggles With Sleep SchedulesParenting is hard, guys. So hard. This episode includes some heartbreak and a parental disagreement regarding the rough ending of our day. It was meant to be something completely different, as you shall hear when you start to listen. Sam's mommy brain also says this is the 4th episode, for the 3rd time in a row.
2021-08-111h 01For The ParentsWhen Routines CrashYep, you might have guessed it. Our lovely routine we were just mentioning has come to a screeching halt. Gone are the days where we knew what was going on, when it was going on. Join us as we talk through the absolute chaos that rules our house at this very moment.
2021-08-0558 minFor The ParentsRiding the Waves of Parenthood and Our RelationshipIn this episode we talk about how we have continuously readjusted to the various and never ending fluctuations that parenting brings, both as parents and as a couple. We have to do our best to roll with the punches and come out of the other side better for it.
2021-08-0457 minFor The ParentsLife Before and After ChildrenHow did having children affect who we are? In this episode we talk about who we were before we had children, our likes and hobbies, and we got into detail about the transformation that occurred for us after we became parents. Is it a question of re-finding ourselves, or are we completely new people?
2021-07-192h 06For The ParentsCovid Vaccines and 1v2 ChildrenWe discuss our reactions to the Covid vaccine and how it impacted both our parenting unit and our children as well as our thoughts about raising one child versus two children, with both of them being under 3 years old. We talk candidly and honestly about our emotions.
2021-07-1957 minFor The ParentsCovid Vaccines and 1v2 ChildrenWe discuss our reactions to the Covid vaccine and how it impacted both our parenting unit and our children as well as our thoughts about raising one child versus two children, with both of them being under 3 years old. We talk candidly and honestly about our emotions.
2021-06-3057 minFor The ParentsA Toddler and A BabyAn overview of how we have survived the first 7 months of being new parents again to our second child while still trying to be there for our 2 year old.
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