There are seasons in motherhood when a well-intended reminder to “just focus on what you’re grateful for” makes you feel worse instead of better, because you’re exhausted, you’re not loving motherhood the way you thought you would, and the idea that gratitude will fix it all feels invalidating. I’ve been there more than once.
That’s a big part of why I lo ... Show More
Oct 26
508: When Doing Less Isn't the Answer to Your Overwhelm // Stacey Mork Collins
For years, the most common advice I’ve heard (and given) to overwhelmed moms is some version of “do less,” and I still believe in it for so many of us. But some women hear that advice and feel a pang of loss, because the full, busy, people-filled life they’ve built is exactly the ... Show More
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Oct 19
507: A Fun Way to Get Involved in Your Family Finances // Amber Paul
For a long time, I was happy to let our family’s finances be something I vaguely thought about. Like, I knew we weren't spending more than we made, but I couldn't have told you exactly how much we spent on groceries each month. It wasn’t until I started traveling on points that I ... Show More
34m 36s
May 2024
Not Being a Perfect Parent Is Actually a Good Thing
Dr. Aliza Pressman joins me to talk about the 5 principles of parenting, a guide on how to raise good humans. We dive into how to have a secure attachment with your kids and how to repair it when it's been broken, effective ways to discipline, how to raise resilient kids, and how ... Show More
48m 55s
Feb 2022
Care and Feeding | Slate's parenting show - The “I Love You, Even When You’re Mad” Edition
On this week’s episode: Zak, Jamilah, and Elizabeth answer a complicated question about navigating unwanted attention—especially if the attention may be chalked up to a child’s appearance. Then they are joined by Deborah Farmer Kris, parent educator, education journalist, childre ... Show More
47m 31s
Mar 2024
How to Raise Successful Kids l Podcast With Friends Ep.12
<p>On today's episode of Podcast With Friends, I am joined by Dr. Aliza Pressman, Leila Steinberg, and Rebecca Dube. We chat about all things parenting. From Being an accountable parent, to what is making your kids feel "incapable". We also talk about the import ... Show More
46m 59s