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We're Winging ItToddler Tips & TricksThis week Kalea and Kristy sit down with Nicole Tran, the creator of Toddler Tips and Tricks, an Instagram page and website designed to help parents navigate the toddler years! On this episode you will hear from Nicole about toddler sensory activities, minimizing tantrums by setting your child up for success, figuring out the 'why' behind challenging behaviors, and how to become your best self as a parent. We hope you enjoy this episode and encourage you to connect further with Nicole through the links below! Instagram: @toddlertipsandtricksWebsite: www.toddlertipsandtricks.com2022-03-0643 minWe're Winging ItAbby Klein - Certified Potty Training ConsultantThis week we interview Abby, a certified potty training consultant! We asked her all things related to potty training your kids - like what signs to look out for, what happens if your kid won't poop in the potty, and how to get rid of pull-ups at night. Abby creates customized potty training plans based on your child and your family's needs, whether you are just starting out or you're in the throes of training and needing additional guidance. You can find her on her website gottagotraining.com or on Instagram. Some products we recommend: H...2021-11-0840 minWe're Winging ItGender Reveals, Holidays, & Boundaries, Oh My!This week Kalea and Kristy explore the funny conversations that arise from gender reveals and predictions, the tricky dynamics that come up when trying to navigate the holidays and setting new traditions, and laugh about how gift giving is definitely a talent. Enjoy!!!WARNING - this episode contains mentions of Santa! Please be aware if you have little ones listening! 2021-11-0133 minWe're Winging ItJulietta Skoog - Co-Founder of SproutableAre you a parent of a baby, toddler or preschooler? Are you curious about raising happy, capable, independent children? Does your child present some challenging behaviors that leave you completely exasperated? This is episode is for you!!! This week Kalea and Kristy sit down with Julietta Skoog, one of the founders of Sproutable. Sproutable's mission is to support parents, teachers and nannies using research based Positive Discipline strategies that help raise remarkable kids! Julietta has a background in school counseling, school psychology and is now a Positive Discipline Advanced Trainer. In this interview Julietta describes her fav...2021-10-2552 minWe're Winging ItClaire Krawsczyn - Author of Expectant EntrepreneurClaire is a professional writer, entrepreneur, editor, content strategist, and author.Expectant Entrepreneur: How to Grow a Business and a Baby explores the unique challenges and opportunities that women face when deciding to expand their families while growing their businesses. This book shares dozens of stories of women from across the world who have decided to be both entrepreneurs and amazing mothers. Claire Krawsczyn shares her tips for success with any woman who wants to be an Expectant Entrepreneur. You can connect with her online:https://www.instagram.com/clairekrawsczynhttps://clairekrawsczyn.squarespace...2021-10-1835 minWe're Winging ItHow exactly do we do this!??This week Kalea and Kristy talk about how to navigate conflicts between kids and the inevitable stress that comes up for full-time working parents with sick kids at home. This episode is all about the search for the middle ground between tough love and being a total helicopter parent? As always, We're Winging It! Enjoy! 2021-10-1143 minWe're Winging ItCasey O’Roarty - Positive DisciplineCasey O’Roarty is a Positive Discipline Trainer and Parent Coach. She also hosts the popular parenting podcast Joyful Courage. For the last 20 years, Casey has worked with families as an educator and coach to broaden perspectives on parenthood, behavior and relationships between parents and children. She is a ICF Certified Life Coach and holds a Masters in Education from University of Washington. Follow Casey on Facebook @JoyfulCourage, Instagram @joyful_courage or at www.JoyfulCourage.com. You can find Casey's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Joyful-Courage-Calming-Control-Parenting/dp/1733571507Whole Brain Child by Dan Si...2021-10-0453 minWe're Winging ItLindsey Myers - Created ColorfulMeet Lindsey Myers, the incredible color analyst behind the amazing company Created Colorful. Along with her inspiring team, Lindsey helps women feel beautiful, sexy and rejuvenated with her unique color consult process. In this episode Kalea and Kristy have the opportunity to speak with Lindsey about the origins of her business, the WHY behind finding your colors, and how just a few simple steps can help you feel like yourself again! Enjoy!!! Connect with Lindsey and Created Colorful here: Instagram: @createdcolorful Website: www.CreatedColorful.com2021-09-2733 minWe're Winging ItWe're Back!Kalea and Kristy are kicking off Season 2 with some fun news you won't want to miss! In this episode they discuss life changes, recent parenting adventures, and the reality behind all things pregnancy (hint hint). Enjoy!!! Connect with us further:Instagram: @winging.it.podcast Email: werewingingitpod@gmail.com2021-09-2035 minWe're Winging ItEmily Keeney - PhotographerThis week we interviewed our favorite local Seattle family and wedding photographer, Emily! We ask her all about setting our families up for success during family photos, what she wished everyone knew before their photography session, and she also tells us her insider tips for knowing what the heck to wear. You can connect with her on her website - https://www.emilykeeney.com/ or on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emilyannekeeney/2021-09-1337 minWe're Winging ItBianca Saad - Pelvic Floor Physical TherapistWe're back!!! Season 2 is off to a great start - this week we got to interview Bianca, an orthopedic physical therapist who specializes in pelvic health with an interest in the subspecialty of antepartum and postpartum care.You can find Bianca at Avant Physical Therapy in Seattle. Bianca@avantphysicaltherapy.comhttps://avantphysicaltherapy.com/about-us/bianca-saad/2021-09-0642 minWe're Winging ItChristina Hillsberg - License to ParentThis week Kalea and Kristy sit down with Christina Hillsberg, author of License to Parent. Christina is a former CIA operative turned mom of five, who shares how the skills she learned in the CIA can be used to raise independent, self-sufficient kids! In this interview you will hear about Christina's story of meeting her husband at the CIA, becoming a mom of five, and how she and her family have incorporated many CIA principles into their daily parenting practices. This conversation is full of amazing tips for steering away from helicopter parenting and raising strong, street-savvy kids...2021-07-2545 minWe're Winging ItAlison Mandi - Financial Advisor and EducatorHow much do you need to retire? What should you spend vs. save? What type of investment account should you have in your 30's? This week Kalea and Kristy sit down with Alison Mandi, a financial advisor who is passionate about helping women understand the process of building wealth. In this episode Alison answers our questions about modeling healthy money habits for our children, setting the right types of financial goals for our families, and how women can educate themselves to start building wealth at any stage. Enjoy!!!If you would like to contact Alison to find out m...2021-07-1142 minWe're Winging ItOur favorite things!This week Kalea and Kristy talk about their most recent favorite things! From clothes to books to some podcasts they dive into items that make their lives a little easier! All items are linked below:Linen Pants: https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=675996002&pcid=999&vid=1&&searchText=High-Waisted%20Linen-Blend%20Straight%20Cropped%20Pants%20for%20Women#pdp-page-contentSunscreen: https://www.beautycounter.com/product/countersun-mineral-sunscreen-lotion-spf-30Becoming by Michelle Obama:https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Michelle-Obama/dp/1524763136Thinxs Underwear:https://www.shethinx.com/collections/thinx-shop-all?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=thinx%7Cus...2021-07-0438 minWe're Winging ItDana Guy - PEPS Executive DirectorDana Guy is the Executive Director at PEPS (the Program for Early Parenting Support) and we asked her all about the different programs PEPS offers, about it's mission and values, and how we can all best support PEPS as an organization. Where to find and sign up for a PEPS group - https://www.peps.org/programsHow to donate to PEPS - https://www.peps.org/give Be a volunteer - https://www.peps.org/volunteerDana's email address - danag@peps.org 2021-06-2843 minWe're Winging ItInterviewing the Dads for Father's DayHappy Father's Day! In this special episode, Kristy and Kalea interview the dads - Walt (Kristy's husband), Nate (Kalea's husband) and of course, Casey (Erika's husband). We asked them what the hardest thing about fatherhood is, what they remember from the day their kids were born, and what they want for Fathers Day (the PG version). Enjoy! 2021-06-2030 minWe're Winging ItKendra Henderson - Hen & Co.This week Kalea and Kristy chat with Kendra Henderson, the creative mind behind Hen & Co., mama to 5, wife, and master of chaos! In this episode the ladies dive into the world of parenting 5 little humans while running multiple businesses, taking care of your marriage, and the reality behind 'having it all.' This is an honest conversation about finding your niche as a mom and creating the life you want, while kicking all the negative voices to the curb. If you want to further connect with Kendra check out the links below! Enjoy! Instagram:@henandco 2021-06-1342 minWe're Winging ItSara Olsher - Mighty & BrightHelping Families Thrive Through Hard TimesMighty + Bright is about helping families handle the really hard things in life. We can't control the cards we're dealt, but we can control how we respond to it, and the message we send to our kids. For Sara, the message is this: Live your truth. Don't hide from the hard stuff, because it'll come whether you try to avoid it or not.Sara’s background is in psychology and illustration, and after her divorce she used both of these skills to create tools to help her young daughter und...2021-06-0739 minWe're Winging ItModel that Money HoneyThis week's episode is packed with big topics! Kristy and Kalea discuss the strategy "positive discipline" to help guide your children's choices, the importance of modeling healthy money management patterns, and traveling with your little ones solo. You can find more information about the topics discussed below! Thank you for listening! Positive Discipline:Casey O'Roartywww.joyfulcourage.com @joyful_courage Zoe Travel Stroller:https://amzn.to/2Tr8CFcMoney management resources: herfirst100k.com@herfirst100k 2021-05-2735 minWe're Winging ItMacall Gordon, M.A. - Temperament & SleepMacall is a certified pediatric sleep consultant specializing in working with sensitive/intense non-sleeping children and their very tired parents. She gives us all her tips for navigating the steep path of parenting very young children who are temperamentally “more”.https://www.littlelivewires.com/2021-05-241h 03We're Winging ItDr. Colleen Russo Johnson - OK PlayToday we're talking all about quality screen time! Dr. Colleen Russo Johnson is a developmental psychologist with an expertise in children's media and technology, as well as co-founder and chief scientist of the OK Play app, which encourages curiosity and kindness through creative play. She lives in Toronto with her husband J.J., two dogs, and two young children, Ripley & Rex. https://okplay.co/2021-05-1743 minWe're Winging ItJust Get In the PoolThis week Kalea and Kristy talk about the genius invention of the peanut butter and jelly sandwich, shifting your thoughts about your own body to start modeling a healthy mindset for your children, and the feelings that go into expanding your family. We are so thrilled you're here and thank you for listening! Connect with Kristy and Kalea here:Instagram: @winging.it.podcastEmail: werewingingitpod@gmail.com2021-05-1040 minWe're Winging ItAmy Lang - Birds and Bees and KidsConsent, boundaries, and safe touch - oh my! Amy Lang, MA has been a sexual health educator for over 25 years. With her lively, engaging and down-to-earth style she helps parents become their kid’s go-to birds and bees source. Amy’s books, online solutions center and podcast show parents that talking about sexuality doesn’t need to be totally uncomfortable and really can be fun. She also works with early childhood educators providing childhood sexuality and sexual abuse prevention training. Amy is still married to her first husband and they are getting the hang of parenting their recentl...2021-05-0346 minWe're Winging ItHeather Broome - Certified Sex TherapistLet's talk about sex, baby! Heather Broome is Licensed Mental Health Counselor in WA state, specializing in relationally based therapy and sex therapy for individuals and couples. We asked Heather all kinds of questions like what happens during sex therapy, her thoughts on scheduling sex and how to transition from wiping butts and boogers to being an intimate, sexual woman. You can connect with her further at http://rentonrelationships.com/ Other resources mentioned: OMG YesCoconu Lube and Good Clean Love LubeThe book Come As You Are2021-04-2645 minWe're Winging ItThis Sucks - National Infertility Awareness WeekSurprise! It's a bonus episode! 1 in 8 women struggle to get pregnant and 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage, realities that both Kalea and Kristy know all too well. In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week , we sat down to talk a little bit about what NIAW means to us, how you can support a friend waiting for a baby, and what helped us along the way. Enjoy! 2021-04-2134 minWe're Winging ItWe're still winging itKristy and Kalea are chatting about their favorite things this week - from Girlfriend style jeans, to travel strollers, cookbooks, meal kits, and why we think everyone should stop shaming moms for drinking wine. We're winging this episode and we hope you enjoy listening! Links for todays episode: Travel Stroller Defined Dish cookbook Gap Girlfriend Jeans Kari Gran skincare 2021-04-1938 minWe're Winging ItAshley Carbonatto - More Than A MomAshley Carbonatto is a wife, mom of three, entrepreneur, and the author of "More Than a Mom." Trust us when we tell you this is the new book you need on your nightstand! On this week's episode Kristy and Kalea chat with this badass author about her journey into motherhood, leaving her thriving career to raise her three kids, and how she not only rediscovered her voice, but literally wrote the book on how to save your sanity and redefine your new self. If you are in need of some positivity, laughter, and a big reminder that you're doing a...2021-04-1245 minWe're Winging ItMrs M. - The A CupOn this week's episode, Kalea and Kristy chat with Mrs. M, a child dependency lawyer, founder of The A Cup, wife, and toddler mama. In this interview we discuss Mrs. M's journey from being a prosecutor to becoming a child advocate, and how having a child inspired her to begin to fight for equitable maternity rights for all women. This interview is inspiring, motivating, and we know you will love Mrs. M as much as we do! For more information on maternity leave rights or to connect with Mrs. M, please find her website and instagram links below! Enjoy! 2021-04-0549 minWe're Winging ItBig Feelings & Emotion CoachingThis week we are talking about Big Feelings! What do we do when our kids throw a big fit? How can we help them in the coming months as they go back to school? Kristy shares some tips and tricks she would use in the classroom to help kids identify their feelings and Kalea shares some big feelings about (you guessed it) wearing jeans. Some resources we mentioned: https://biglittlefeelings.com/Julia Cook books I Love You When You FeelThe Color MonsterIn My HeartListening To My Body2021-03-2941 minWe're Winging ItMolly JensenThis week Kristy and Kalea have the opportunity to speak with Molly Jensen, an Occupational Therapist, Youth Mental Health Advocate, wife, and mom of two. Molly is a beautiful soul, wise and so knowledgeable about raising healthy, happy humans! On this episode we talk about teaching kids to self-regulate, working out our own "stuff" as parents, having healthy conversations about mental health with our children, and how we can support fellow parents and our spouses when navigating a challenging season. We learned so much from this time with Molly and we know you will too! Enjoy!2021-03-2243 min