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Sep 2023
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What Even is Peace Education?
After a months-long podcast disappearance (travel, life chaos, and Laura’s dad passing in November), the three Montessori-trained moms pop back in with updates (midlife crises, Hilary Duff is BACK, Megan's loving beans & losing teeth); then they dive into Montessori peace educati ... Show More
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Sep 2025
Summer Catch Up!
The Moms are BACK! Rachel, Megan and Laura sit down to their dusty microphones for a much needed catch up session. Sit back and relax while your favorite Montessori messes share about life lately, with a few extra confessions baked in ;) 
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In this episode, Rachel and Laura discuss balancing the elements of fantasy and reality in parenting from a Montessori perspective. They talk about how they handle popular culture, such as Disney characters and holiday figures like Santa Claus, while maintaining a realistic under ... Show More
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