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  • Listener Questions & Our Advice: Episode 479

    Listener Questions & Our Advice: Episode 479
    Aug 20 2024

    Brandi asks how we’re accomplishing (and modeling) exercise and healthy eating habits for ourselves and our kids. Lindsay is struggling with toys EVERYWHERE but wants to encourage creative play. Naomi is a podcast host and asks us about our process for brainstorming and creating outlines to become more efficient. Plus, we tackle a common dilemma: how to make sure younger siblings feel included and entertained during big-kid activities. In Episode 479, Meagan and Sarah take these questions from our community and offer tips and validation. Enjoy!

    HELPFUL LINKS:

    • Listener Question episodes from the archives
    • Send us your listener questions at any time
    • Episodes on working out and exercise:
    • More Than Mom: Fall Fitness Pep Talk
    • More Than Mom: Fall Fitness Update
    • More Than Mom: Exercise & Fitness
    • Stuff, Junk & Things: Episode 35 has lots of ideas for managing all the kid stuff in your home
    • Here’s more on behind-the-scenes of our podcasting process
    • Hacks For Slaying Busy Seasons: Episode 460 is a good one for busy moms on the go


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    • Visit our website
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    • Follow us on Instagram
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  • Helping Kids Become Good Friends [Classic Replay]

    Helping Kids Become Good Friends [Classic Replay]
    Aug 16 2024

    Helping kids navigate social dynamics is one of the most commonly-requested topics from our listeners – and it’s top of mind for back to school each year. In this classic replay from 2017 Sarah taps into the expertise of Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore, an author, psychologist, and expert on children’s friendships. Sarah asks Dr. Eileen about helping kids who feel left out a school, how to handle the emotional ups and downs of elementary school friendships, and why playdates are more important than we might think. Dr. Eileen also answers questions submitted by our listener community. Enjoy!

    HELPFUL LINKS

    • Dr. Eileen’s website
    • Growing Friendships: A Kids’ Guide to Making and Keeping Friends (affiliate link)
    • When Your Child Says, “Nobody Likes Me!” (Growing Friendships blog, Psychology Today)
    • The Growing Friendships blog on Psychology Today
    • Can You Be Too Supportive of Your Child’s Negative Feelings? (Growing Friendships blog, Psychology Today)
    • Dr. Friendtastic, Dr. Eileen’s site geared toward kids

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  • The Evolution Of Friendships In Motherhood, Part Two: Episode 478

    The Evolution Of Friendships In Motherhood, Part Two: Episode 478
    Aug 13 2024

    Whether you have a slew of “friendlies,” just one or two besties, or are coming up short in the friendship department right now, this episode is for you. Meagan and Sarah dive deep into the world of friendships, focusing on our specific season of midlife as moms of older kids. We’ll explore the depth and dynamics of our connections and share how we stay in touch, whether through technology or old-fashioned meetups. We’ll also answer the questions posed by Jayme and Katie in Episode 474, which tackled friendship in the earlier years of parenting. Enjoy!

    HELPFUL LINKS:

    • Listen to The Evolution Of Friendships In Motherhood, Part One: Episode 474
    • Meagan and Sarah both use Voxer to communicate with friends


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    58 m
  • How To Be A Good-Enough Lunch Packer [Classic Replay]

    How To Be A Good-Enough Lunch Packer [Classic Replay]
    Aug 9 2024
    Looking to optimize your lunch packing routine? In this classic replay from 2018, Meagan and Sarah share the gear we love, the stuff we pack and the “when” and the “how” we get it done. Whether you’re gearing up for the upcoming school year or simply looking to streamline your daily lunch prep, this episode is overflowing with practical tips, favorite gear, and real-life stories. Enjoy!HELPFUL LINKS:Some of the products discussed in this episode are no longer available. We’ve done our best to link to the ones that are, and to provide alternatives where we can.Check out what our Mom Hour Facebook Community has recently discussed about school lunches, packing, bentos and more!Episode 151: Feeding A Family (Breakfast & Lunch)Laura Fuentes / Momables.comThe Girl Next Door podcast episode about Home Efficiency, and Erica’s Instagram post about freezing sandwichesSarah uses the Mackenzie Collection Classic Lunch Bags from Pottery Barn Kids and the Classic lunch bags from Pottery Barn Teen (slightly deeper but otherwise similar style)Pottery Barn Kids Spencer Bento BoxEasy Lunch Boxes Bento Lunch Box ContainersCVS Health Peas Hot or Cold Therapy PackFit & Fresh Cool Coolers Slim Reusable Ice PacksSarah has this Thermos brand Funtainer and Meagan’s teens have larger thermoses like this oneSarah sends inexpensive stainless steel demitasse spoons like these to school for yogurtMeagan used the SCOUT Divide & Conquer Open-top Storage Bin on top of her fridge for school snacks for yearsOTHER HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out deals from our partnersFollow us on InstagramJoin our private listener group on Facebook (be sure to answer the membership questions!)Sign up for our newsletterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  • We’re Back! Meagan & Sarah Chat Summer So Far: Episode 477

    We’re Back! Meagan & Sarah Chat Summer So Far: Episode 477
    Aug 6 2024

    We're Back! Summer So Far, Grab Bag Chat: Episode 477

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  • Reclaiming Feeding Your Family For Fall: Episode 476

    Reclaiming Feeding Your Family For Fall: Episode 476
    Jul 30 2024
    Summertime meals can be complete chaos. Popsicles for lunch? Sure! Charcuterie board of fridge leftovers? Absolutely! But as we near the start of a new school year, we’re ready for just a *bit* more structure. Join Jayme and Joanna as we share our goals for meal planning this fall, some of our favorite products, and more. With a bit of planning and creativity, you can make the transition from summertime chaos to a more structured family mealtime routine smooth and enjoyable. Join us!Meagan and Sarah have passed the mic over to our team this summer. Enjoy the fantastic, all-new podcast episodes they’ve prepared for you, and we’ll talk to you in August!HELPFUL LINKS:Follow Jayme Sherrod and Joanna Martin on InstagramJoanna serves her kids frozen Kodiak Waffles as they’re packed with proteinJoanna enjoys a Daily Harvest Smoothie Cup or Egg Wrap from Target to fuel her body in the morningJoanna referenced this Viral Pandemic Breakfast SandwichBoth Joanna and Jayme follow Yummy Toddler Food Instagram for school lunch inspirationJayme uses PlanetBox Rover, a stainless steel lunchbox for the kidsJayme utilizes Plastic Mason Jar Lids when prepping food for the weekJoanna serves Weeknight meatballs and references Salad Platters for a few of her easy mealsOTHER HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out deals from our partnersFollow us on InstagramJoin our private listener group on Facebook (be sure to answer the membership questions!)Sign up for our newsletterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    57 m
  • On Reparenting Ourselves: Episode 475

    On Reparenting Ourselves: Episode 475
    Jul 23 2024
    Today Joanna, Kia, and Sarah L. get vulnerable on the topics of reparenting ourselves, healing through therapy, and setting boundaries with extended family. We discuss our specific experiences with anxiety and depression in motherhood, the process of identifying patterns from our own childhoods we hope to break in raising our families, and how seeking help and healing through therapy has looked for us. We’ve also gathered actionable steps and helpful resources to support your journey toward self-care and emotional growth.Meagan and Sarah have passed the mic over to our team this summer. Enjoy the fantastic, all-new podcast episodes they’ve prepared for you, and we’ll talk to you in August!HELPFUL LINKS:Follow Joanna Martin, Kia Hammond and Sarah Limberg on InstagramReparenting in Therapy, by Jodi Clarke, MA, LPC/MHSP (VeryWellMind.com)The definition of boundaryOur recommended books on boundaries (these include affiliate links):Set Boundaries Find Peace: Drawing The Right Lines by Joe MontgomeryGood Boundaries And Goodbyes by Lysa TerKeurstStrong Like Water by Aundi KolberWhat My Bones Know by Stephanie FooBoundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Dr. Henry CloudBraving the Wilderness by Brene BrownGood Inside by Dr. Becky KennedyAdult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents by Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyDListen to the podcast We Can Do Hard ThingsKatie Stricker Naptime KitchenKendra Adachi, The Lazy GeniusSimilar episodes from our archives:Strong As A Mother With Kate RopeReal Stories About Postpartum Mental HealthBlack Motherhood & Mental HealthSelf-Improvement & Self-Acceptance In MotherhoodOTHER HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out deals from our partnersFollow us on InstagramJoin our private listener group on Facebook (be sure to answer the membership questions!)Sign up for our newsletterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  • The Myth Of The Mom Tribe [Classic Replay]

    The Myth Of The Mom Tribe [Classic Replay]
    Jul 19 2024

    A mom needs her squad, right? So we’re told. But what if friendships in motherhood are a little more dynamic, evolving, and complicated than just finding the right group and sliding on in. In this classic replay from 2018, Meagan and Sarah navigate a thoughtful discussion about what it really means to “find your tribe” as a mom, PLUS we offer 10 kinds of friends we think every mom needs. Enjoy!

    HELPFUL LINKS:

    • Episodes From The Archives On Friendships:
    • Friendships in Motherhood, Part One (Redefining “Ride Or Die”): Episode 307
    • Friendships In Motherhood, Part Two (Deepening & Widening Your Circle): Episode 308
    • Female Friendships & Women We Admire (PLUS Picture Books with Katie): Episode 227
    • Keeping Friendships Alive: Episode 78

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    43 m