Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey

In the special segment "Dear Past Me," Shanna and Laura turn back time to give their former selves parenting advice based on what they know now, including wisdom about first-trimester morning sickness, toddler meltdowns and more. Also, Shanna's 5-year-old reaches a milestone that there's no turning back from, and Laura kids take a big leap in their room-sharing journey. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-When to switch your child from a five-point harness to a booster seat in the car

-Getting a bunk bed for your kids

-Managing your kids sharing a room

-Activities that trigger the memory of pregnancy nausea

-Handling your child's inconsolable meltdowns

-Developing trust with your child

-Letting go of diet culture and appreciating your body

-Whether or not to buy expensive outdoor toys for your kids

-Weird places cats hide

-Is my child tall enough to go on the Millennium Falcon ride at Disneyland?

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Laura and Shanna introduce a brand-new special segment in which they invite a fellow parent on to participate in a classic BFP segment of the guest's choice and share about what's going on in their parenting world! In this episode, Shanna and Laura chat with mom and writer Heather Sundell, who talks about her experience making a big life decision when she was 8 months pregnant. Also, Laura discusses her struggle to make time for her 3-year-old's school event during a very busy work week, and Shanna reports on hosting a kids' Halloween party at her house. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Halloween events and parties

-Balancing work and parenting

-Deciding whether to go back to school when you are a mom

-Whether or not to cancel your child's extracurricular activity

-Dia de los Muertos

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In the special segment "What I Googled This Week," Shanna and Laura share the hilarious and embarrassing parenting-related questions they have asked the internet recently, diving into the topics of infant snot suckers, surprising swimming injuries, movie mysteries and more! Also, Shanna gives an update on the working-mom overwhelm she has been feeling recently, and Laura reports on a big change in her 3-year-old's bedtime routine. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Handling overwhelm when you are a mom

-Sharing the mental load with your partner

-Having trouble getting 3-year-old to go to bed

-Should my kids share a bedroom?

-Can AI help identify this movie my kid is talking about?

-Weird injuries you get when you are older

-Using a baby product on a cat

-How to get rid of sandbox sand

-Handling kids' bedtime with your partner

-Fun board games to play with your kids

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In the special segment "Mom Wins," Laura and Shanna celebrate their recent parenting successes, diving into the topics of solving bedtime dysregulation and creating fruitful family fun. Also, Laura reports on her family's deep dive into fall activities, including a trip to a truly unique pumpkin patch, and Shanna opens up about her struggle to manage transitioning back to working in the office while also juggling parenting responsibilities. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Taking your kids to the pumpkin patch

-How much does it cost to rent a Millennium Falcon bounce house?

-Struggling to manage being a working mom and handle the transition to returning to the office.

-Celebrating your parenting successes

-Growing your own pomegranates

-Using a creative solution to solve your kids' dysregulation at bedtime

-A TV show that's a great alternative to YouTube and TikTok for kids

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In the special segment "Gripe Water," Shanna and Laura share the hilariously petty parenting problems that have been bothering them lately, diving into the topics of troublesome toys and sloppy surfaces. Also, Shanna talks about taking "drop-off playdates" to a whole new level, and Laura reports on managing work and parenting when a deadline is looming. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-How to manage drop-off playdates

-Should I let my child ride in someone else's car?

-Laura and Gia's potty training book

-Managing work and parenting simultaneously

-Why are kids' toys so loud?

-How to keep surfaces uncluttered when you have kids

-Revamping your backyard to make it more kid-friendly

-Instilling house rules about toys

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In the special segment "Today I Learned," Laura and Shanna discuss the fascinating or unusual things they have learned recently, including a historical parenting choice that resonates today, a surprising weeklong break that some schools in the U.S. take and more. Also, Laura reports on leaving her kids for two nights for the first time ever, and Shanna talks about her 5-year-old's recent class presentation. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Going out of town without your kids for the first time

-What will happen to my milk supply if I go out of town without my nursing child?

-Is walking pneumonia going around?

-Parenting when you and your partner are sick at the same time

-Are cats affected by having kids in the home?

-What is the history of baby leashes?

-What is Ski Week at schools?

-When toddlers become queens

-Do I need to get my tonsils out?

-Car seat buckle helper

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Laura and Shanna get in the Halloween spirit with a very spooky "Throwback" segment, in which Laura recounts unsettling moments from her childhood living in a haunted house. Also, Shanna reports on how the Halloween season disrupts her life, and Laura discusses the evolution of her 3-year-old's Halloween costume. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Halloween

-Costume ideas for your kids

-Celebrating Halloween with your kids

-Growing up in a haunted house

-Doing Halloween crafts with your kids

-Seeing "The Wild Robot" movie with your kids

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In the special segment "OMG I'm Freaking Out!" Shanna finds herself contemplating the apocalypse when she watches one of her kids' favorite shows, and Laura gets the willies when she imagines the upcoming phase in her kids' dental journey. Also, Laura reports on the spontaneous adventure she took with her 3-year-old, and Shanna reluctantly admits how she has backtracked on her resolve to simplify her family's life. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Going on spontaneous adventures with your kid

-Visiting the National History Museum in Los Angeles

-Should I sign my kids up for extracurricular activities?

-Worrying about the apocalypse when you're a mom

-The kids show Colossal Questions

-Handling overwhelm when you are a mom

-Ideas for getting your kid to take antibiotics when they hate the taste

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In part two of "Checkin' the Inbox," Laura and Shanna answer more listener questions, diving into the topics of fertility tests, baby names, diet culture and more! Also, Shanna talks about her daughter's student council campaign, and Laura reports on her 5-year-old's latest writing achievement. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Helping your kid run for student council

-When letters and writing click for your Kindergartener

-How to handle social media when you are pregnant

-Handling grief when you are a parent

-Trying to conceive

-Should I do fertility testing before trying to conceive

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In the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Shanna and Laura answer listener questions about strategies for keeping your mom-life organized, handling nudity in front of your kids, discussing your child's development with strangers and more. Also, Laura talks about feeling overwhelmed by managing her parenting, work and home life, and Shanna discusses what happened when she said "yes" to her 5-year-old's surprising idea for a play date. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Feeling overwhelmed as a mom

-Juggling parenting, work and home life

-Setting up fun play dates for your kids

-What apps are good for organizing your mom-life

-How do you talk to strangers about your child's development

-When should you stop being naked in front of your kids

-Identifying where you have confidence as a parent

-The Moth story slam

-Using cookie cutters to make kids' dinner fun

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In the special segment "What the Hack?," Laura and Shanna share some of their favorite parenting tips and tricks, including ideas for encouraging your kids' independent play, helping your kids relax after having bad dreams and more. Also, Shanna reports on the newest addition to her family, and Laura talks about her 3-year-old's sudden swimming skills. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Exposing your kids to old-school technology

-Encouraging your kids to write stories

-When will my preschooler learn to swim?

-Parenting tips and tricks

-How to use a candle safely when you have kids

-Using Magnatiles in a creative way

-How to help kids get stickers off of sticker sheets

-Encouraging your kids' independent play

-Using task charts to motivate your kids

-How to handle clothes your kids have outgrown

-Ideas for handling your kids' bad dreams

-Improving your backyard

-Taking fun photos with your kids

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In the special segment "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Laura and Shanna dive into the topics of unusual things we have bought for our kids, the eerie things we've heard lately as parents and more! Also, Laura discusses her experience getting a colonoscopy and how it affected her mom life, and Shanna reports on the newest reward system she's invented for her kids. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Getting a colonoscopy

-Preparing for a colonoscopy when you're a mom

-Creating a reward system for your kids to incentivize good behavior

-When your kid wants to use vampire teeth

-Handling your child's big emotions at pickup time

-When your child talks about their past lives

-Hearing creepy things on the baby monitor

-Trouble with kids' extracurricular activities

-Spending time with family friends

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In another installment of the segment "Internet Insanity," Shanna and Laura take a deep dive into the confounding world of Skibidi Toilet, including its origins, its hold on Gen Alpha and the moral panic surrounding its existence. Also, Shanna reports on the questionable thing her daughter's school did without parental consent, and Laura checks in on her 5-year-old's first week of Kindergarten. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Back to school

-Is it okay for schools to collect biometric data from students?

-First day of kindergarten

-What is Skibidi toilet?

-Is it okay for my kid to watch Skibidi Toilet?

-When our kids are exposed to internet memes

-Taking time to do something for yourself when you're a mom

-An excellent and funny kids book

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In the special segment "Internet Insanity," Laura and Shanna dive into a mysterious company that sells breast pumps online and their bizarre social-media marketing strategy. Also, Laura reports on her 3-year-old's back-to-school meltdowns, and Shanna recounts her own mom meltdown that recently happened in a very public place. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-The challenges of sending your kids back to school

-When your preschooler doesn't want to go to school

-Sibling jealousy about lack of fairness

-Having embarrassing parenting moments in public

-Why we shouldn't judge other moms

-Taking a road trip with kids

-Shady companies selling baby and parenting products

-Is MomCozy a legit company?

-How to fix plantar fasciitis

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In the special segment, "They Said What?!" Shanna and Laura discuss the funny, outrageous or offensive things people have said to them recently about parenting, including a scrutiny on screen time and a philosophy on floss; plus we dive into some surprising things WE said recently! Also, Shanna reports on her 5-year-old's infatuation with injuries, and Laura discusses how her family's recent vacation involved serious sleep struggles. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-When your kids get lots of boo-boos

-My kid uses too many band-aids

-Taking your kids on an airplane

-How to handle sleep when you travel with kids

-Weird things kids say

-Handling judgmental things people say about your parenting

-Embarrassing things you say as a mom

-Sharing interests with your kids

-Great places to go in Portland with Kids

-Hidden Creek Park West

-Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

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Laura and Shanna both dive into the topic of being working moms. Laura reports on the challenges of her freelance projects ramping up at the least ideal time, and Shanna reports on adjusting to returning to the office after working remotely for almost six years. Also, in the special segment "Loose Ends," Shanna and Laura give updates about topics they've talked about previously, including potty training, pom-pom jars, parkour and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-The challenges of being a working mom

-Returning to the office after working remotely

-How to handle childcare when you are a working parent

-Potty training

-Should I let my kids do drop-off playdates?

-Visual calendars and clocks for kids

-Why is my child chewing on her hair?

-Making time for yourself when you're a mom

-Listening to audiobooks

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In the special segment "Throwback," Shanna tells the story of the time in high school when she devised an elaborate plan to ask a boy she had a crush on to the Sadie Hawkins dance. Also, Laura reports on a family outing that made her realize how much her life has changed by having two rambunctious young boys, and Shanna gives an update on her regrettable, 12-month-long contract at the kids' tumbling studio. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-What to do when your kid stops liking their extracurricular activities

-How having energetic kids changes your life

-How to respond when your child tells you they have a crush

-Encouraging your kids' creativity in unexpected ways

-The importance of mom friends and community

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In the special segment "Throwback," Laura tells the story of her very first best friend in Kindergarten and the turn of events in their friendship that broke her heart. Also, Shanna reports on her 5-year-old's language development, including the hilarious insults she coined, and Laura discusses the feelings that came up during her 3-year-old's preschool completion ceremony. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5.5 and 8.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5.5 years old and 3.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Preschool graduation/completion ceremony

-5-year-old experimentation with language

-Kids' funny insults

-Friendships in kindergarten

-Should I let my young daughter wear makeup

-Taking kids to Brick Fest

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Shanna tells the story of a mishap during her rejuvenating "me day," and Laura reports on her family's unique way of celebrating the 4th of July. Also, in the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying," Shanna and Laura thoughtfully dissect the seemingly mundane situations that have caused their little ones to melt down recently, including big feelings about desert birds and swing sets. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Feeling overwhelm as a mom

-Taking a "me day" as a mom

-Finding a way to relax and recharge as a parent

-Spending the 4th of July with kids

-Understanding the deeper meaning behind your child's big feelings

-How to respond when your child expresses jealousy

-How to respond when your child expresses anxiety

-Kids musical theater

-Reaction to fireworks as a parent

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In the special segment “Mom Confessions,” Laura and Shanna divulge their recent embarrassing and hilarious parenting moves, including a donut shop trip gone sideways, a Star Wars day gone awry, and more! Also, Laura reports on a revelation she had during a family outing to the beach, and Shanna decides to "let it go" when checking in on her kids' new summer camp. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Going to the beach with kids

-Mom anxiety

-Kids summer camp

-Frozen Jr.

-Moms admitting to embarrassing things they've done with their kids

-Public wading pools for kids

-Best above-ground swimming pools for kids

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In the special segment “Stump the Moms,” Shanna and Laura grill each other with amusing and educational trivia questions involving surprising facts about Disney theme parks and the energy required to sustain a pregnancy. Also, Shanna reports on hosting a group play date that took a turn she never saw coming, and Laura discusses the big emotions her 3-year-old felt after experiencing a complicated social interaction. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Playdates

-When your child experiences social rejection

-How much energy does it take to sustain a pregnancy?

-How many calories does a pregnant person use to create a baby?

-Weird and surprising facts about Disney theme parks

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In the special segment "Dear Past Me," Laura and Shanna turn back time and give pregnancy and parenting advice to their past selves, including words of wisdom about creating friendships, doing bedtime routines, committing to extracurricular activities and more! Also, Laura reports on her 5-year-old's last week of school, and Shanna reports on the ironic event that almost ruined her kids' first week of summer camp. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Summer break

-Summer camp

-Swimmer's ear

-Tips for giving kids eardrops

-Developing friendships with other parents

-Having separate streaming accounts for your kids

-Committing to extracurricular activities for your kids

-How to do bedtime with both parents

-Taking first and last day of school photos

-Adopting a kitten

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In the special segment "What I Googled This Week," Shanna and Laura reveal the hilarious and embarrassing things they have asked the internet lately, diving into the topics of kids' candy, fire safety, the pelvic floor and more! Also, Shanna reports on the ups and downs of taking her kids to a theme park all by herself, and Laura talks about the surprising turn of events at her son's school art walk. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Summer break

-Taking your kids to a theme park by yourself

-Elementary school art walk

-Young kids participating in theater and dance

-Googling embarrassing questions as a parent

-Family beach tips

-Baby fever

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In the special segment "Mom Wins!," Laura and Shanna celebrate their recent parenting achievements, including heroic sacrifices that involve indoor playgrounds and fancy notebooks. Also Laura reports on the skills that her 3-year-old has recently developed that makes him feel more like a big kid and less like a baby, and Shanna talks about how she celebrated her daughters' last week of school. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-3-year-old child develop

-When your child feels more like a big kid than a baby

-Signs of toddler independence

-Your kids' last week of school

-Volunteering in your kid's classroom

-Making an uncomfortable sacrifice for your children

-Acknowledging your child's feelings, even when they seem unreasonable

-Playing hide and seek at the park with your kids

-Playing board games with your kids

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In the special segment "Gripe Water," Shanna and Laura share the hilariously petty parenting problems that have been bothering them lately, diving into parenting jealousy, bedtime books and more! Also, Shanna reports on the newest temporary additions to her family, and Laura talks about choosing to celebrate her birthday unconventionally. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Fostering kittens when you have kids

-Going to Disneyland with your family

-Bluey credits and autoplay

-Feeling jealousy and FOMO as a parent

-Frustrating kids' books

-Reading chapter books to your kids before bed

-5-year-old doing wordplay and taking words literally

-Frying cheese as a snack for your kids

-Finding a snack that your picky eater likes

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In the special segment "Today I Learned," Laura and Shanna discuss the intriguing things they have learned recently related to the world of parenting, including why an episode of Bluey was banned in the U.S. and a fascinating theory about why humans go through menopause. Also, Laura talks about how a new extracurricular activity triggered her 3-year-old's fear of heights, and Shanna reports on needing more snuggles in her life. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Enrolling your kids in parkour class

-When your child is afraid of heights

-Seeing yourself in your kids

-Filling the baby-snuggle void by wanting to adopt a kitten

-Why was the episode of Bluey called "Dad Baby" banned by Disney?

-Why do humans go through menopause?

-What is the "Grandmother Hypothesis?"

-Cute things toddlers say

-Doing something you're passionate about and enjoy as a parent

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In the special segment "OMG I'm Freaking Out!" Shanna and Laura reveal the current parenting dilemmas that have their hair standing on end, including the topics of lying, smartphones, psychic abilities and more! Also, Shanna reports on the surprising way she spent her Mother's Day, and Laura talks about why she spontaneously chose to chaperone her 5-year-old's field trip to the farm. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Mother's Day

-Being a softball mom

-Landscaping and gardening

-Chaperoning field trips

-Visiting Underwood Farms

-How white lies can be convenient for parents

-What age should I get a smartphone for my kid?

-Suspecting your child is psychic and can read your mind

-Competing with other parents to see your kid's performance

-Developing family and neighbor community as a parent

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In the special segment "What the Hack?," Laura and Shanna share some of their favorite parenting tips and tricks, including ideas for teaching kids how to put shoes on the correct feet, motivating kids to get dressed, effectively cutting mandarins and more! Also, Laura reports on her unexpected vehicle hullabaloo, and Shanna discusses a new project that has her feeling invigorated. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Getting a new family vehicle

-Doing a fulfilling project

-Parenting tips and tricks

-Kids' shows that are enjoyable for adults too

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In the special segment "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Laura and Shanna share the surprising and hilarious things they never thought they would do before they had kids, including cleaning up bizarre messes, doing odd things in public and more! Also, Shanna reports on going on a one-on-one date with her 5-year-old, and Laura talks about creating a visual calendar for her kids. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Taking your child on a one-on-one date

-Creating a visual calendar for your kids to show the daily schedule

-Dealing with kids' hangnails

-Kids playing with their food

-Hacking Dance Dance Revolution

-Cleaning up massive messes that your kids made

-Sibling relationships

-Toddler gymnastics class

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In the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Shanna and Laura answer listener questions about how to handle toy tantrums, dressing dilemmas, clutter clear-outs and more! Also, Laura reports on her 5-year-old's first parkour class, and Shanna checks in on her daughters' new shady behavior. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Parkour classes for kids and toddlers

-Kids playing jokes and pranks

-5-year-old chewing their hair and shirt

-Oral fixation and oral sensory seeking in children

-What to do when your kids want to play with the same toy

-Teaching your toddler to get dressed and undressed

-Tandem nursing

-TV recommendations for what to watch while parenting

-Brain breaks

-Chaperoning a field trip to the farm

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Laura and Shanna share the wild and wacky parenting-related content they've found online recently in the special segment "Internet Insanity," including scandalous sourdough drama and a birthing device that will make your head spin. Also, Shanna reports on her struggle to get her kids to their extracurricular activities, and Laura talks about how her anxiety was triggered and reinforced by a series of events. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-When your kids lose interest in their extracurricular activities

-Anxiety

-Intrusive thoughts

-Trusting your gut as a mom

-Strange breastmilk drama

-Unusual birthing devices

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In the special segment, "They Said What?!" Shanna and Laura discuss the funny, outrageous or offensive things people have said to them recently about parenting, including a surprising comment at the grocery store, an unsolicited tidbit of parenting advice from a stranger and more! Also, Laura reports on an infection that presented itself stealthily in her son, and Shanna discusses how her "mom's night out" went haywire. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Trying to figure out what's wrong with your child who is tired and irritable but has no other signs of illness

-Visiting the Huntington Gardens with old friends

-Mom's night out

-Playing mah jongg with friends

-Awkward things people say to you when you are a parent

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Shanna and Laura talk to Dr. Nicole Rankins about what pregnant people can do to create an effective birth plan. Dr. Nicole is a board-certified, practicing OBGYN and the host of the podcast "All About Pregnancy & Birth," and she is the creator of online courses "The Birth Preparation Course" and "Make a Birth Plan the Right Way" to teach pregnant people how to feel comfortable and empowered to have the birth they deserve. Also, Shanna reports on her spring cleaning plan for her kids, and Laura talks about taking a spring break trip to the Palm Springs area. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

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Topics discussed in this episode:

-Surviving spring break with young kids

-Spring cleaning

-Encouraging kids to clean their rooms

-Taking a vacation with young kids

-How to make a good birth plan

-When in pregnancy to create a birth plan

-Doing a drop-off playdate

-Taking photos underwater

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Laura reports on her three-year-old's progress with potty training, and Shanna tells the story of an unexpectedly dramatic dinner with her family. Also, in the special segment "Loose Ends," Shanna and Laura give updates about topics they've talked about previously, including behavior issues, Botox and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Potty training

-When children start staying dry at night

-Doing babysitting swaps with friends

-Doing Botox for migraines

-Handling your child's dysregulation and behavior challenges

-Handling your child's fear of the dark

-Selective eating and "safe" foods

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In the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying," Shanna and Laura analyze the things that have caused their little ones to melt down recently, including unexpectedly big feelings at pool parties, school fundraising events and more! Also, Shanna reports on her family's last-minute St. Patrick's Day celebration, and Laura talks about attending a local event that captured the heart of her five-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-St. Patrick's Day traditions with kids

-Leprechaun traps

-Cherry blossom festival

-Fundraising for school events

-Pool parties

-Ads targeted at kids

-Sensitive children

-When your kid has high blood pressure

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In the special segment "Mom Confessions," Laura and Shanna divulge their hilarious and embarrassing parenting moves recently, including using an unexpected product from the medicine cabinets, having surprising feelings while shopping at a big-box store and more! Also, Laura talks about potty training her three-year-old, and Shanna reports on chaperoning a second-grade field trip. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-When is a good time to start potty training

-How to succeed at potty training

-Chaperoning your child's field trip

-Funny, embarrassing mom confessions

-The best shoes for kids

-Feeling pride at your child accomplishing a goal

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To celebrate their 300th episode, Laura and Shanna have invited Shanna's mom Janet on the show! In this very special "Throwback" segment, Janet takes us back to her pregnancy, birth and early parenthood with Shanna. She talks about being pregnant during an ice storm, moving cross-country with an infant, how Shanna was the opposite of what she expected her to be and more. She also shares funny and fond memories of her early motherhood and offers her best parenting advice. Also, Shanna gives an update on her daughters' progress with their new pom-pom reward system, and Laura reports on her 5-year-old's transition to a big-kid bed. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Rewarding your kids for their good behavior

-Transitioning your child to a big-kid bed

-The story of Shanna's birth

-Some of the best things about being a mom

-Advice about parenting from Shanna's mom

-Doing volunteer work with your kids

-Going on a field trip with your preschooler

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To celebrate their 299th episode, Shanna and Laura have invited Laura's mom Susan on the show! In this very special "Throwback" segment, Susan takes us back to her pregnancy, birth and early parenthood with Laura. She talks about what kind of baby Laura was in utero and out, shares fond and funny memories of that time, offers her best parenting advice and more! Also, Laura reports on a group outing to Chuck E. Cheese, and Shanna shares her family's new house rules and reward system. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Going to Chuck E. Cheese with your kids

-Determining house rules with your kids

-Creating a reward system to improve your kids' behavior

-The story of Laura's birth

-Some of the best things about being a mom

-Advice about parenting from Laura's mom

-Taking baths with your kids

-Teaching your kids about sexuality and equality

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In the special segment "Stump the Moms," Shanna and Laura quiz each other on parenting-related trivia, diving into the topic of bizarre teething treatments and more! Also, Shanna reports on feeling conflicted about her 5-year-old's sudden clinginess, and Laura discusses her 5-year-old's newfound enthusiasm for writing. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Fostering independence in a clingy child

-5-year-old writing

-3-year-old yearly checkup

-Sea creature pregnancy/parenting facts

-Charlotte the Stingray

-Teething

-Great chapter books for young readers

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Laura and Shanna dive into the topic of how to prepare for your second child with Erica Djossa, CEO and founder of Momwell and the author of the upcoming book "Releasing the Mother Load: How to Carry Less and Enjoy Motherhood More." Erica answers listener questions about evening out the mental load before baby arrives, handling concerns about loving your new baby as much as your first, preparing for a second child after having experienced postpartum depression and anxiety the first time around and more. Also, Laura checks in about her family's rainy week, and Shanna reports on handling her 5-year-old's anxiety about riding on the softball parade float. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

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Topics discussed in this episode:

-Losing items at school

-Handling your child's anxiety and clingy behavior

-Preparing for a second child

-How to even out the mental load before your second child arrives

-Feeling guilt that you can't give as much to your second child as you did your first

-Preparing for your second child when you experienced postpartum depression and anxiety the first time around

-How can you show your kids equal love?

-Kids filming dramatic scenes

-Feeling sad that you never had a son

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Laura and Shanna talk with Erica Djossa, CEO and founder of Momwell and the author of the upcoming book "Releasing the Mother Load: How to Carry Less and Enjoy Motherhood More." They talk about strategies for reassessing our preconceived notions of motherhood, how to let go of the mental load that can often lead to burnout and more! Also, Shanna reports on her 8-year-old's off-the-wall birthday party, and Laura talks about her youngest son turning three and no longer being a toddler. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 8 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 3 years old.

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Topics discussed in this episode:

-Kids' birthday parties

-Trampoline park

-Homemade birthday cake

-Third birthday

-Toddlers vs. preschoolers

-Mom mental load

-Maternal mental health

-Mom cognitive labor

-Early morning wakings

-Kids taking photos

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In the special segment "Gripe Water," Shanna and Laura air their petty parenting grievances, sounding off about drones invading inappropriate spaces, shockingly complex kids' books and more! Also, Shanna reports on her family's very first trip to Disneyland, and Laura talks about the joint birthday party she had for her 3- and 5-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 2.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Kids' birthday parties

-Joint birthday parties

-Disneyland

-Drones spying on kids

-Best time for kids' birthday party

-Kids being know-it-alls

-Lego Ninjago

-Pokemon

-Kids getting too many gifts

-Changing your child's earrings for the first time

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Laura and Shanna dive into the topics of mother phubbing, anosmia, smoke-detector mysteries and more in this week's special segment, "What I Googled This Week." Also, Shanna reports on her 8-year-old daughter's request to change her name, and Laura talks about finally getting Covid after four years of avoiding the virus. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 2.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Your child wanting to change their name

-5-year-old entering expressive phase

-Getting Covid as a parent

-Covid anosmia (aka Covid loss of smell)

-Using smartphones in front of kids

-Kids coloring pages and coloring skills

-Allowing kids to develop skills according to their own timeline

-Smoke detector safety

-Ghosts

-Birthday parties

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In the special segment "Mom Wins!," Shanna and Laura share some recent parenting successes, including solving a very tricky homework problem, instilling an important lesson about body boundaries and more! Also, Laura reports on her five-year-old's first day in tennis class, and Shanna reports on her five-year-old's newfound fear of the dark. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 2.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Kids participating in sports

-Tennis

-How to handle your child's fear of the dark

-Children being attached to stuffed animals

-Baby's fascination with tags

-Mom wins

-Kids' reward charts

-Incentivizing homework

-Child upset about a lost object

-Making dinner with your child

-Respecting body boundaries

-An unexpected bathtime toy

-Planning kids' birthday parties

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In a brand-new special segment called "Dear Past Me," Laura and Shanna give pregnancy and parenting advice to their past selves, including words of wisdom about celebrating pregnancy, recovering from c-sections, knowing what to expect in the hospital after giving birth and more. Also, Shanna checks in on her kids' never-ending winter break, and Laura reports on her son's fifth birthday! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 5 years old and 2.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-New Year's Day 2024

-Going to the beach with kids

-Din Tai Fung

-Going to the mall with kids

-Auggie's fifth birthday

-Park birthday parties

-Using the Cricut to make custom cupcake toppers

-Birthday party meltdowns

-Celebrating pregnancy

-Pregnancy photo shoot

-C-section recovery

-C-section incision complications

-Hospital stay after giving birth

-RNs vs CNAs

-Labor and delivery hospital staff

-Advocating for yourself in the hospital

-Postpartum mental health

-Postpartum depression (PPD) and postpartum anxiety (PPA)

-Rose Parade in Pasadena

-Kids learning to read

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In the special segment “OMG I'm Freaking Out,” Laura worries that her kids' need for fairness has gone over the edge, and Shanna unleashes her inner mama bear on an unsuspecting stranger. Also, Laura talks about asking for help to make the holidays better this year, and Shanna reports on the surprise she got her kids that has been a long time coming. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Christmas week 2023

-Asking your partner for help during the holidays

-Doing less during the holidays

-Disneyland

-The relationship between kids and cats

-Kids' extreme need for fairness

-Unleashing mama-bear anger at a stranger

-Kids' strong preference for one parent

-Taking spontaneous adventures with kids

-Using the Cricut

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In the special segment "What the Hack?!," Shanna and Laura share some of their favorite parenting tips, including a simple trick that will cheer you up instantly, a hack for handling car trash, a tool for managing time with kids and more! Also, Shanna shares the unexpected incident that derailed her family this week, and Laura reports on struggling with work-life balance. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Appendicitis

-Taking toddlers out in public

-The struggle of work-life balance as a mom

-Parenting hacks, tips and tricks

-Clever ways to use your phone as a mom

-Tip for potty training

-Regulating kids' energy

-Handling car trash when you have messy kids

-Collecting nature items with toddlers

-Giving kids independence with food

-What to do when your kids are afraid of monsters

-How to manage time with kids

-Mothers-in-law

-SWAT Santa

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In the special segment "Internet Insanity," Laura and Shanna share the wild and wacky parenting-related content they've found online recently, including a story of cheerleading sabotage involving deepfake videos and Laura's hilarious attempt to use AI to design her family's holiday cards. Also, Laura reports on her sons getting their very first professional haircuts, and Shanna talks about witnessing a car accident while her kids were in the car with her. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Going to the hair salon for kids' first professional haircut

-Almost getting hit in a car accident while with kids

-A shocking "They Said What?!" from one of the drivers in the accident

-Story about deepfake cheerleading harassment and sabotage

-Laura's attempt to use ChatGPT to make her family's holiday card

-Going out to dinner and drinks with mom friends

-How to solve the problem of kids waking up way too early every morning

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In the special segment "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Shanna and Laura share the hilarious and unexpected situations they have never found themselves in until becoming parents, including a surprising discovery on a 4-year-old's iPad, a harrowing yet bizarre rescue mission involving cleats, hair and a zipper, and more! Also, Shanna reports on her daughter's fifth birthday party, and Laura discusses her family's adventure to Legoland. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-5-year-old's Bluey-themed birthday party at an indoor playground

-Conflicting feelings about your child growing up and turning five

-A family trip with two kids aged 4 and 2 to Legoland

-Discovering something shocking on your kids' iPad

-How a scene from the movie Home Alone led a kid to say something surprising

-How a toddler's obsession with a certain band got taken to an extreme

-How procrastinating on unpacking after a trip led to disaster

-Visiting child's classroom to make gingerbread houses (and how a 4-year-old's innocent question can make you question your entire existence)

-The best vehicle for families (or should we say the vehicle for families that "fucking rocks")

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In the special segment "Today I Learned," Laura and Shanna dive into the fascinating topics of a shocking sperm-meets-egg story, a fecal phenomenon, a baby-saving antibody, and more! Also, Laura reports on her son's increased emotional dysregulation, particularly in relation to video games, and Shanna talks about her mom-fail at her daughter's recent heritage performance. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-4-year-old's emotional dysregulation, especially when stopping video games

-Going through phases of closeness with your child

-Dressing inappropriately for school Heritage Week

-The Man with Golden Arm (blood and plasma donor that saved 2.4 million babies)

-Woman who got pregnant after a knife fight

-Sperm donor in the Netherlands who was banned from donating

-Mariko Aoki phenomenon

-Descanso Gardens Enchanted Forest of Lights

-Elf on the Shelf fail

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As 2023 comes to an end, Shanna and Laura reflect on their last 12 months of parenting with honesty, humor and insight. As they look back on 2023, they share their biggest laughs, struggles and realizations, including a hilarious report Laura got from her son's school director, the unexpected thing Shanna learned about herself this year and more. They also report on the most memorable events of the year, their favorite podcasts, books and shows of 2023 and advice they wish they could go back and give themselves at the beginning of the year.

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In this special bonus episode, Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about how to talk to kids about guns, how to handle when your kids have birthdays that are close together and more.

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In the special segment, "They Said What?!" Shanna and Laura discuss the funny, outrageous or offensive things people have said to them recently about parenting, including comments about pets, infertility, dead celebrities and more! Also, Shanna reports on overcoming some deeply frustrating feelings about parenting, and Laura talks about her reaction to her son's food choices on Thanksgiving. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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In this special bonus episode, Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about getting botox as a mom, parenting strengths and weaknesses, tandem nursing, the importance of routines for your child when they get a new sibling and more.

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In the special segment "Loose Ends," Shanna and Laura give updates on topics they left hanging in previous episodes, including life with a kitten, sleep after ear-tube surgery, after-school restraint collapse and much more! Also, Laura reports on her four-year-old's participation (or lack thereof) in a recent theater production at his school, and Shanna discusses the challenges of parenting while having migraines. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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Laura and Shanna divulge their most outrageous and embarrassing parenting moves in the special segment "Mom Confessions," diving into the topics of mortifying things our kids do in grocery stores, the lengths we go to to get out the door with our kids and more! Also, Shanna reports on the challenge of getting her 4-year-old vaccinated, and Laura talks about achieving a significant parenting milestone. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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In the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?," Laura and Shanna explore the things that have caused their little ones to melt down recently, including unexpected emotional outbursts about TV time, Target trips, telepathy and more. Also, Laura is befuddled when she discovers that her four-year-old has been refusing to participate in his theater class, and Shanna is overwhelmed by her daughters' aversion to socks and homework. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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When Shanna's 7-year-old asks to get her ears pierced, Shanna considers all her options, including Claire's Boutique, local piercing parlors and more, and Laura celebrates her 4-year-old's artistic triumph when he draws a very detailed, albeit spooky, creature. Also, in the special segment "Throwback," Shanna tells the story of the time in sixth grade when her mom accompanied her to her flute audition for district honors band. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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Shanna and Laura give you a head start with your 2023 holiday shopping by sharing some of their favorite, tried-and-true gift ideas for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, partners, grandparents and more!

Whether you are looking for big-ticket items, stocking stuffers, or anything in between, we've got you covered. To see our entire gift guide, including items we weren't able to cover in this episode, visit https://bigfatpositivepodcast.com/gifts

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Laura hits a parenting milestone this week when she hears her child use a swear word for the first time and must think on her feet to appropriately handle the situation, and Shanna attends parent-teacher conferences for her 4- and 7-year-olds and is caught off guard by the information she receives. Also, in the special segment "Throwback," Laura tells a dramatic and hilarious tale of vacationing on the Jersey Shore with her family as a teenager. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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In part two of the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about how to reconnect with yourself after becoming a mom, important questions to ask potential babysitters, VBACs vs. C-sections and more! Also, Shanna talks about recharging her batteries (literally and figuratively) on a weekend trip to the mountains without kids, and Laura reports on a long-awaited makeup trip to Disneyland with her family and her mom. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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In the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Shanna and Laura answer listener questions about extended breastfeeding and weaning toddlers, trying to conceive when finances are tight, when to start gentle parenting with your infant and lots more! Also, Laura reports on taking her sons to see "Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie" in the theater, and Shanna gives an update on how she handled the softball-team-mom situation that she talked about in Episode 275. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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Laura and Shanna get in the Halloween spirit with a very spooky version of "Stump the Moms" (or should we say "Stump the Mummies"), in which they quiz each other with Halloween-related trivia questions about costumes, candy, creepy movies and more! Also, Shanna reports on taking her daughters to see a movie in the theater for the very first time, and Laura talks about how she is helping her 2.5-year-old handle his fear of scary Halloween decorations in the neighborhood. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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In the special segment "Mom Wins," Shanna and Laura celebrate their recent parenting successes, including strategically getting out of an unpleasant pottying-in-public situation and finding a creative solution for averting a meltdown with an understimulated and dysregulated kid. Also, Laura talks about a new project that has consumed her time, and Shanna reports on the newest member of her family. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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Laura and Shanna air their petty parenting grievances in the special segment "Gripe Water," sounding off about kids' birthday parties, unrealistic parenting videos and more. Also, Shanna shares the details of her four-year-old's new singing class, and Laura reveals news about a very special neighbor she has! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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Shanna shares an incident that made her realize she needs to work harder to develop social connections that don't rely on her kids' activities and her kids' friends' parents, and Laura discusses her journey to address her four-year-old's emotional and behavioral struggles after school. Also, in the special segment "What I Googled This Week," Laura and Shanna share the interesting, funny or embarrassing things they have asked the internet recently about parenting, including questions about slime, sweet-and-sour sauce and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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In the special segment "Super Moms!," Shanna and Laura share the true stories of remarkable and inspiring moms, including some women who went to great lengths for the sake of their children. Also, Shanna reports on spending a special morning with her younger daughter, and Laura talks about how her family handled an unexpected health emergency. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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In the special segment "What the Hack!?" Laura and Shanna share some of their favorite parenting tips, including a trick for how to pump on the go and an idea for engaging kids in the sandbox. Also, Laura reports on her family getting taken down one-by-one by a virus, and Shanna discusses the revelation she had while playing pretend with her four-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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Laura and Shanna welcome guest Dr. Linda Sayyad, aka "The Vagina Doctor," a pelvic floor physical therapist and the owner and director of Feminocentric Physical Therapy and Wellness in Pasadena, CA. During their conversation, Dr. Sayyad teaches Shanna and Laura what exactly the pelvic floor is, how pregnancy and birth affect the pelvic floor, how to get help for pelvic floor issues such as postpartum leakage, prolapse, diastasis recti and more. Visit Dr. Sayyad on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, and visit her website to learn more!

Also, Shanna reports on her daughters' first week back at school in TK and second grade, and Laura talks about her son's first week of TK at a brand new school. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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In the special segment "OMG I'm Freaking Out!," Shanna's kids get her all in a tizzy at Target, and Laura's family is feeling the financial strain of the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike. Also, Laura reports on her two-year-old's first day at his new preschool, and Shanna relays the highs and lows of her family's vacation to Hawaii. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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In the special segment "Internet Insanity," Shanna and Laura share the wild and wacky parenting-related content they've found online recently, including a humorous research study involving Legos, videos of people experiencing simulated period pain and more! Also, Shanna talks about the questionable ways her four-year-old spent her time during the day while Shanna worked, and Laura reports on her family's recent road trip to Big Bear. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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Laura reports on how her husband has offered to take the lead on filling their four-year-old's summer break with exciting activities, and Shanna discusses an important lesson her family learned about the value of sticking with commitments. Also, in the special segment "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Shanna and Laura reveal funny and unexpected situations they’ve never been in before having kids, including a shocking trip to the port-a-potty, a terrifying encounter with a bug and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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In the special segment "Today I Learned," Laura and Shanna dive into the fascinating topics of period-product research, playgrounds of the past and more! Also, Shanna reports on her efforts to reclaim some parts of herself that have been absent lately, and Laura talks about her four-year-old's last week at preschool. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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Shanna talks about advocating for her daughter even though it wasn't the most comfortable thing for her to do, and Laura reports on her son's post-ear-tube surgery progress, including how it has been affecting his sleep at night. Also, in the special segment "They Said What?!" they discuss the funny, outrageous or offensive things people have said to them recently about parenting, including the topics of small talk with strangers at parties and in the locker room. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.

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Laura reports on her 2-year-old's ear tube surgery, and Shanna talks about having to push through her discomfort to advocate for her daughter. Also, in the special segment "Loose Ends," Shanna and Laura provide updates on topics that were left hanging in previous episodes, including picky eating, parenting techniques, big feelings, weaning, triggers and more. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2 years old.

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Laura and Shanna divulge their most outrageous and embarrassing parenting moves in the special segment "Mom Confessions," diving into the topics of bizarre mom crushes, odd fashion choices and more! Also, Laura has an exciting update on her four-year-old's ongoing TK conundrum, and Shanna spontaneously tries a new bedtime routine with her daughters. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2 years old.

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In the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?" Shanna and Laura share the things that have caused their little ones to melt down recently, including a sidewalk sob-fest that many adults can probably relate to, a thorny situation in the backyard and more! Also, Shanna discusses the relief of summer camp starting for her four-year-old, and Laura reports on her two-year-old's recent trip to the ENT to assess his middle-ear fluid. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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In the special segment "Throwback," Shanna tells a story from her college days when she was a boy-obsessed co-ed and things go awry after she's asked on her first college date. Also, Laura reports on her efforts to take control of her two-year-old's nighttime wakings, and Shanna talks about her daughters' new sleep schedule that has her feeling snoozy. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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In the special segment "Throwback," Laura tells a story from her college years about an experience that surprisingly taught her lessons about motherhood. Also, Shanna reports on her four-year-old's IEP assessment with an occupational therapist, speech therapist and school psychologist, and Laura talks about the bedtime shenanigans that happened during her family's trip to Portland. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Shanna and Laura answer more listener questions in the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," covering the topics of social media, parenting experts, finding your village as a mom and more. Also, Laura reports on the newest developments in her two-year-old's sleep struggles, and Shanna talks about the surprising reaction she had to being away from her kids. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Laura and Shanna answer listener questions in the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," covering the topics of gun violence, kids' hair care, geriatric motherhood and more. Also, Shanna reports on the first step of her four-year-old's IEP assessment, and Laura talks about how attending a friend's murder trial has affected her parenting life. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Shanna and Laura air their petty parenting grievances in the special segment "Gripe Water." They sound off about potty breaks, early school dismissals, the shortcomings of parenting advice and more! Also, Laura has a big update about her ongoing conundrum about where to send her four-year-old to transitional kindergarten in the fall, and Shanna talks about getting wrapped up in the whirlwind of kids' summer sports. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Laura and Shanna reveal the funny and unusual things they've asked the internet about parenting recently in the special segment "What I Googled This Week," including questions about bugs, kids' drawings and more! Also, Shanna reports on one of her hardest days ever of parenting, and Laura discusses taking a road trip with her two- and four-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Laura talks about how her two-year-old is showing signs of being ready for potty training, and Shanna reports on her four-year-old's refusal to take medicine. Also, in the special segment "Mom Wins," Laura and Shanna celebrate their recent parenting achievements, including heroic saves at the arcade and the beach. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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In the special segment “Stump the Moms,” Shanna and Laura grill each other with amusing and educational trivia questions about advanced maternal age, a wacky world record and more! Also, Shanna reports on juggling work and parenting when her two worlds collide, and Laura talks about the results of her four-year-old's medicine reward chart. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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In the special segment "What the Hack!?" Laura and Shanna share some of their favorite parenting tips, including a clutter-free idea for displaying kids' art, a super quick way to cook pasta, a clever way to teach kids your phone number and a parenting trick that Laura swears has changed her life. Also, Laura talks about dealing with her two-year-old's huge outbursts of emotion, and Shanna discusses entering a whole new phase of parenting in which the stakes feel higher than ever. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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In the special segment "Internet Insanity," Shanna and Laura share the wackiest parenting-related things they've come across online recently, including photos of babies in danger and an absurd nanny job description! Also, Shanna reports on a cringe-worthy trip to a rescue farm with her kids, and Laura talks about how the brakes were unexpectedly slammed on her parenting duties this week. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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In the special segment "Super Moms!," Laura and Shanna share listener stories about some incredible moms, including a heartwarming story of mom instincts kicking in just in time, an inspiring tale of accomplishment during the newborn phase and more! Also, Laura reports on one of the best family vacations she's ever had with her kids, and Shanna talks about how a rough week for her family turned around with a trip to a theme park. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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In the special segment "Big Topic," Shanna and Laura dive into the subject of parenting triggers. They talk about the situations and behaviors that automatically fire up strong feelings, explore how their triggers are related to their own childhoods and discuss ways of handling these reactions in the present. Also, Shanna talks about getting her four-year-old a developmental screening, and Laura discusses weaning her four-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Laura reports on a surprising trip to a restaurant with her two- and four-year old sons, and Shanna talks about going on a one-on-one date with her four-year-old daughter. Also, in the special segment "OMG I'm Freaking Out!," Shanna shares a hilarious story of near-loss at a shopping center water fountain, and Laura worries that her out-of-this-world ambitions have gone too far. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Shanna reports on a hilariously dramatic trip to the roller skating rink with her two kids, and Laura tells a mini-throwback about a childhood ice skating trip that ended in disaster. Also, in the special segment "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Laura and Shanna reveal funny and unexpected situations they’ve never been in before having kids, including pretend play gone wrong, sneaky skincare and more! Also, Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Shanna and Laura continue the conversation with special guest Virginia Sole-Smith about how to approach feeding our children in a way that promotes confidence and body autonomy rather than deprivation, fatphobia, sugar phobia and diet culture. Virginia is the author of the upcoming book "Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture" and the host of the "Burnt Toast by Virginia Sole-Smith" podcast. This is Part 2 of a two-part interview. To hear the first part of our interview with Virginia, listen to Episode 248: Diet Culture and Parenting: An Interview with Virginia Sole-Smith - Part 1.

Also, Laura reports on entering a very intense limit-setting phase with her two-year-old, and Shanna talks about how paying attention to her own sensory needs has helped her find grace in some of her parenting struggles. Finally, Shanna and Laura share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Laura and Shanna welcome special guest Virginia Sole-Smith, author of the upcoming book "Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture," to talk about what diet culture is, how it affects us as parents, why we should not be encouraging weight loss in children, how to navigate the anti-fat bias present in the medical system (as a pregnant person and as a parent), and more. This is Part 1 of a two-part interview. Tune in next week to hear the rest of our conversation! Also, Shanna reports on her anxiety showing up in a very unexpected parenting situation, and Laura reports on taking her two- and four-year-olds to their yearly checkups at the pediatrician. Finally, Shanna and Laura share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Shanna reports on the sibling conflict that has been playing out between her two daughters, and she wonders how to best handle the rivalry. Laura talks about a preschool family event that encouraged her four-year-old to try something completely different. Also, in the special segment "Today I Learned," Laura and Shanna dive into the topics of Tooth Fairy inflation and kids' stamina. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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In the special segment "The Said What?!," Laura and Shanna share the funny and shocking parenting-related things that people have said to them recently, including a preschool guilt trip, a musical mix up and more! Also, Shanna talks about getting a window into her four-year-old's inner life, and Laura reports on a kids' art project gone awry. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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In the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?" Shanna and Laura share the things that have caused their little ones to melt down recently, including carelessly chosen words, frozen yogurt memories and more. They dissect the reasons behind the huge emotions, discuss how they handled the situations and explore how they might have done things differently. Also, Laura talks about feeling pressure to make big decisions about her four-year-old's preschool, and Shanna reports on how she had to push through a busy week of parenting despite feeling very sick. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about going out and about with newborns and young infants, a day they would want to relive since becoming moms and their favorite cocktails.

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In the special segment "Mom Confessions," Shanna and Laura divulge their most outrageous and embarrassing parenting moves, including Laura's super sly encounter with a dirty diaper, Shanna's shameful attempt to pull the wool over her daughter's eyes, and more! Also, Shanna reports on her four-year-old's introduction to religion during her preschool's monthly visit to chapel, and Laura recounts the drama surrounding her son's second birthday. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 2 years old.

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Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about how to handle mom burnout, what Laura has been up to now that her kids are in full-time childcare and whether they receive free products from their sponsors.

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Shanna reports on the highs and lows of her daughter's seventh birthday party, and Laura talks about how her productivity was derailed when her 23-month-old got hit with a virus mid-week. Also, in the special segment "Loose Ends," Laura and Shanna follow up on past topics they left hanging in previous episodes, including toddler biting, reward point systems, the dread of cooking and more. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 23 months old.

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Laura and Shanna answer a listener's question about how to manage kids' strong desires for toys when out shopping, and they share their thoughts on raising children in the current state of the world.

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Shanna and Laura air their petty parenting grievances in the special segment "Gripe Water." They sound off about weird scenes in a popular kids book, well-meaning but aggravating comments that people make to parents, a guilt-trippy Facebook ad and more. Also, Shanna reports on her four-year-old's first week at her new preschool, and Laura talks about how she handled a moment of anger with her four-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 23 months old.

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In the special segment "Throwback," Laura and Shanna celebrate Valentine's Day by telling the stories of how they met their husbands. Also, Laura reports on an unexpectedly fun outing with her kids, and Shanna reports on a sudden rule change at her daughter's preschool that threw her week into a tailspin. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 23 months old.

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Shanna and Laura are joined by Heather and Maureen from the Milk Minute Podcast for a conversation about how to night wean your breastfeeding toddler! Laura was recently a guest on the Milk Minute Podcast (episode 145), and Heather and Maureen gave her advice about how to night wean her 23-month-old. In this episode of the BFP Podcast, Laura reports on which advice she took, how the process went and whether or not she succeeded in night weaning her toddler.

Also, Shanna encounters an unexpected turn in her Covid journey, and Laura celebrates her son's fourth birthday. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4 years old and 23 months old.

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Laura and Shanna share some of their favorite parenting tips in the segment “What the Hack?,” including ideas for getting your kids to cooperate, dealing with discarded bread crusts, putting band-aids on tiny fingertips and more! Also, Laura reports on her toddler's entry into the "tumultuous twos," and Shanna talks about what it was like to get Covid on Christmas and spend the holidays in isolation from her family. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 23 months old.

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In the special segment "Internet Insanity," Shanna and Laura share the wackiest parenting-related things they've come across online recently, including the surprising new trend in baby showers, a questionable study about kids and creativity and more! Also, Shanna reports on the adorably over-the-top holiday recital her four-year-old performed in, and Laura talks about her four-year-old's first trip to the snow. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 22 months old.

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Laura and Shanna share extra mom wins that they didn't have time for in Episode 237! Shanna reports on how she responded to a family outing that went sideways, and Laura talks about how she reacted when she found a lost child at the botanical garden. Shanna's kids are 4 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 22 months old.

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In the special segment "Mom Wins," Laura makes a hilarious but life-saving sacrifice on a treacherous staircase, and Shanna channels her inner Dr. Becky to repair a parenting mistake. Also, Laura wonders if she should have handled her three-year-old's recent vaccination differently, and Shanna reports on the dramatic call she got from her six-year-old's school nurse. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 22 months old.

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Shanna and Laura reveal the funny and unusual things they've asked the internet about parenting recently in the special segment "What I Googled This Week," including a strange reaction to a popular beverage, a mysterious phrase heard on the playground, an over-the-top threenager behavior and more! Also, Shanna talks about her daughter's fourth birthday, and Laura reports on her 22-month-old's new verbal skill. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 22 months old.

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Laura reports on her three-year-old's new development in swim class, and Shanna compares one of her parenting struggles to that of a character on a very popular tv show. Also, in the special segment “Stump the Moms,” Shanna and Laura grill each other with amusing and educational trivia questions about unique baby names, obscure medical traditions, unheard-of mothering traditions and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.

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As 2022 comes to an end, Shanna and Laura reflect on the last 12 months. They keep it real as they look back on 2022 and share their biggest laughs, deepest challenges, most unexpected realizations, favorite podcasts and more. Also, Shanna reports on her three- and six-year-old's first paying job and Laura reports on her three-year-old's new conflict-creating behavior. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.

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In the special segment “Super Moms,” Laura and Shanna share the stories of some heroic moms who used their instinct and courage to save the day. Also, Laura talks about wrapping up her stressful week with a cleaning frenzy, and Shanna reports on her three-year-old's adorably awkward preschool picture day. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.

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Laura and Shanna answer more listener questions! They share their go-to dinner ideas for kids, talk about whether Laura can imagine an alternate reality in which she doesn't have kids, and discuss why Shanna chose not to know the sex of her embryos during IVF.

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Shanna and Laura answer a listener's question about how much screen time they allow their kids to have and what types of rules and boundaries they set for the devices. They also offer advice about activities to do at home to occupy and engage high-energy toddlers.

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In the special segment “OMG I'm Freaking Out,” Laura and Shanna report on the parenting-related situations that have their hair standing on end, including a disturbing and mysterious smell in Laura's house, a benign activity that TikTok has Shanna fretting about and more! Also, Shanna talks about sharing the different ways babies are made with her six-year-old, and Laura discusses a dramatic incident with her boys involving an umbrella. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.

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Shanna and Laura answer a very popular listener question about what holiday traditions we have with our kids, including our thoughts on Santa, Elf on the Shelf, Christmas trees and more. They also tackle the tricky topic of how to split time between family members during the holidays when you have kids.

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Laura and Shanna dive into the topic of work-life balance when answering a listener's question about managing work, kids, spouses, social life and producing a podcast. They also answer questions about how to do bedtime check-ins with a toddler and the best time to get LASIK eye surgery when you're a new mom.

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Laura discusses a realization she had about her three-year-old's behavior, and Shanna talks about enduring the elements with her six-year-old to try out for softball All-Stars. Also, in the special segment, "They Said What?!," they report on the outrageous, hilarious and questionable things people have said to them lately, including some unexpected advice about teaching safety to kids, some unusually strong feelings about felines, a spooky question from a child and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.

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We answer a listener's question about how to deal with baby gender FOMO, and we spill the tea on whether Shanna and Laura have ever gotten into a squabble.

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In our very first Ask Us Anything Mini-sode, we answer a listener question about how to handle tricky diaper changes, and we tackle the most-asked question we get from listeners.

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In the special segment, "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Laura and Shanna reveal embarrassing and unexpected situations they’ve never been in before having kids, including a doorstep dump drop, bagel breath and more! Also, Shanna reports on the difficulty of unexpectedly having her kids home from school all week, and Laura talks about a special mommy/son outing with her three-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.

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Shanna and Laura give you a head start with your holiday shopping by sharing some of their favorite, tried-and-true gift ideas for newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, partners, new parents, pregnant people and those trying to conceive.

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Laura and Shanna answer listener questions in another round of "Checkin' the Inbox," covering the topics of parenting while sick, dividing household duties with our spouses, the challenges of breastfeeding in public and more! Also, Laura reports on her toddler's first parent-teacher conference, and Shanna talks about the questionable reason her daughter was sent home from preschool. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.

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Laura and Shanna answer listener questions in the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," covering the topics of feminism, family resemblances, the future of BFP and more! Also, Shanna reports on a surprising new morning routine that her girls have spearheaded, and Laura talks about an unusual incident that happened in the night with her three-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.

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Laura discusses a big decision that she has to make about her 1-year-old's daycare, and Shanna talks about her reluctance to let her girls run a lemonade stand. Also, in the special segment "Throwback," Shanna tells a story about her first boyfriend and reflects on some important life lessons she learned from her mom at the time. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.

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In a special "Big Topic/Throwback" segment, Laura talks about the recent passing of a loved one, discusses how she explained the loss to her three-year-old and shares memories from her childhood. Shanna reports on her six-year-old's crush on a surprising person and on her kids' recent escape from their house. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.

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Shanna and Laura get in the Halloween spirit by sharing their plans and revealing their families’ costumes for one of their favorite holidays. Also, in the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?" they share the seemingly innocuous things that have caused their little ones to melt down, dissect the reasons behind the huge emotions, discuss how they handled the situations and explore how they might have done things differently. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 19 months old.

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Laura reports on her 19-month-old's first week of daycare and how the transition is affecting him and the family, and Shanna shares her three-year-old's unique plans for Thanksgiving dinner. Also, in the segment "Today I Learned," Shanna and Laura dive into the fascinating topics of regrettable baby names, infant X-rays, toddler metabolism and more Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 19 months old.

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In the special segment "Mom Confessions," Laura and Shanna divulge their most outrageous and embarrassing parenting moves, including the hilarious things they've taught their kids, hidden from their kids and eaten off their kids. Also, Laura reports on some big news about an upcoming change in her childcare situation, and Shanna shares some exciting news about her three-year-old's speech therapy. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 19 months old.

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Shanna's three-year-old achieves a very unexpected new milestone, and Laura's three-year-old discovers a unique talent. Also, in the special segment "Loose Ends," Laura and Shanna follow up on past topics they left hanging in previous episodes, including whether Shanna's daughter still has a preschool boyfriend, how Laura is handling her son's picky eating, if they have officially prepared for their untimely deaths and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 19 months old.

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Laura reports on her toddler's recent language explosion and creative ability to delay nap time, and Shanna discusses the ways she is seeing herself in her three-year-old. Also, in the special segment "Gripe Water," they dive into the topics of pernicious packaging, men making fun of moms and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 18 months old.

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Shanna receives a mystery package and must use her detective skills to determine where it came from and why, and Laura has to manage her 18-month-old's intense separation anxiety. Also, in the special segment "Internet Insanity," they share the wackiest parenting-related things they've come across online recently, including a bizarre teething remedy, eerie fetal images and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 18 months old.

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Laura and Shanna share some of their favorite parenting tips in the segment “What the Hack?,” including ideas for getting permanent marker out of clothes, snapping toddlers out of meltdowns, teaching little kids your phone number and more! Also, Laura reports on her attempts to set up exciting activities for her 18-month-old, and Shanna celebrates her three-year-old's recent success in preschool. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 18 months old.

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In the special segment "Mom Wins," Shanna and Laura celebrate their recent parenting achievements, including a successful board-game session, a creative solution to helping kids release energy and more! Also, Shanna reports on her daughter's recent performance in "Shrek Jr.," and Laura discusses her three-year-old's attempts to be part of the tween crowd. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 18 months old.

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In the special segment "Big Topic," Laura and Shanna dive deep into the topic of parenting during the pandemic and the residual effects that experience has had on their lives. Also, Laura reports on her family trip to Portland, and Shanna has an eye-opening conversation with her three-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 17 months old.

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Shanna and Laura admit the odd and embarrassing things they've asked the internet lately in the special segment "What I Googled This Week," including the topics of stool samples, snug-fitting sleepers and more! Also, Shanna reports on trying some new parenting techniques with her 3-year-old, and Laura discusses a major setback in her progress to re-sleep train her 17-month-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 17 months old.

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Laura reports on her efforts to sleep train her 17-month-old again to fix his nighttime wakings, and Shanna discusses her thinly veiled efforts to mold her daughter into a "mini-me." Also, in the special segment “Stump the Moms,” Shanna and Laura grill each other with exciting trivia questions about oocytes, rare health conditions, mega-rich kids and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 17 months old.

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In part two of their interview with parenting expert and consultant Gia Gambaro Blount, Shanna and Laura get answers to questions about sharing toys, talking to kids about nudity and handling toddler's cute aggression toward babies and pets. Gia imparts some wonderful parenting advice about asking critical questions, fostering collaboration and more! Also, Shanna checks in on her recent trip back home to Arizona, and Laura discusses why the "lasagna method" of bed-making came in very handy this week. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 17 months old.

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Laura and Shanna get answers to questions about toddler meltdowns, defiance, misbehavior at the dinner table and more from parenting expert and consultant Gia Gambaro Blount. Gia imparts some incredible parenting advice about replacement behaviors, emotional hygiene, upskilling and more! Also, Laura reports on the very bizarre thing her 17-month-old did in his crib the other night, and Shanna discusses the conundrum that has her rethinking her future travel plans. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 17 months old.

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Shanna discusses the dramatic trip her family took for her birthday, and Laura reports on her success in fixing her three-year-old's sleep troubles. Also, in the new special segment "Super Moms," Laura and Shanna share stories of moms doing jaw-dropping things, including two unbelievable birth stories, a confrontation with a predator and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 16 months old.

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In the special segment “OMG I'm Freaking Out,” Laura and Shanna report on the parenting-related situations that have their hair standing on end, including a terrifying toddler escape, sibling injuries, deep thoughts about life and more! Also, Laura discusses her 16-month-old's developing use of baby sign language, and Shanna reports on her decision to turn her three-year-old's car seat to forward facing. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 16 months old.

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In the special segment, "They Said What?!," Shanna and Laura report on the outrageous, hilarious and questionable things people have said to them lately, including some choice comments about groceries, vasectomies and shadows. Also, Shanna reports on her three-year-old's curious questions that have emerged during her "why" phase, and Laura discusses her family's struggle with sleep. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 16 months old.

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Laura spends a night away from her kids for the first time ever, and Shanna has big feelings about her six-year-old finishing kindergarten. Also, in the special segment, "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Shanna and Laura reveal embarrassing and unexpected situations they’ve never been in before having kids, including a desperate desire at a local family festival and a desperate hunt for an offending odor. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 16 months old.

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In the special segment, "Today I Learned," Shanna and Laura dive into the fascinating topics of diaper engineering, embryo genetic testing, saving knocked-out teeth and more! Also, Shanna reports on her husband's long-awaited vasectomy, and Laura reflects on the ambient stress that came along with a four-month home renovation. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 15 months old.

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In the special segment, "Why Is My Kid Crying?," Laura and Shanna share the seemingly innocuous things that have caused their little ones to melt down, dissect the reasons behind the huge emotions, discuss how they handled the situations and explore how they might have done things differently. Also, Laura discusses dropping her toddler down to one nap, and Shanna talks about planting roots in her family home. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 15 months old.

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Shanna and Laura answer more listener questions in another round of "Checkin' the Inbox," diving into the topics of being old parents, how to handle routines with two kids, what contractions feel like and more! Also, Shanna talks about an adorable new thing her three-year-old is finally doing now that she is in preschool, and Laura discusses a mind-blowing new development in her three-year-old's daily routine. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 15 months old.

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