We're wrapping this season with everyone's favorite: another Trenches Episode! WTF is with all the bodily fluids? and WTF is with the parents fighting in front of sitters?

This week we tell stories from sitters and what THEY have experienced in their own trenches. From chasing down money, to more poop, to driving dads to work -- it's another wild ride. 

Let's Party! _______________

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WTF do I do when I need a sitter on vacation or while traveling? Is this actually a thing? How do I find someone to watch my kid in a city that I don't even know?! How does it work?

This week Tori and Eric talk about how to book a vacation babysitter. Where to find them, where to start, how to prep, and what you need to share and talk about (with yourselves too!) in order to make this work. Pro-tip: don't wait until the last minute. 

Let's Party!

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WTF is the deal with grandparents in childcare? It seems like they are either a huge help or a point of family contention. How do we navigate this relationship in a way that works across generations? Well we're here with a real-life grandpa ... and it's Eric's dad!

Tori and Eric sit down with Eric's dad, Bob, to talk about how parenting and grandparenting has changed through the generations, what are the keys to being a great grandparent and how clear communication and bounderies can help support all of the family members navigate this potentially wonderful relationship.

Let's Party

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Why TF is reading to children so important? And what is the point of reading to a baby that doesn't know what I'm saying? WTF is the difference between me reading to my kid, or my kid listening to a book on a tablet?

We had the extreme pleasure and privilege of speaking with Dr. Mariana Glusman and Cindy Ogrin of Reach out and Read Illinois, about why reading to children of all ages is so important. We learned SO MUCH about HOW to read to kids, what it can do for their lil brains, and how it build relationships with caregivers. 

We also talk about the incredible work of Reach out and Read Illinois, and what they are doing to be sure children are getting books as early as possible. To learn more about their Great Stories Awards Night event and to buy tickets, visit THIS LINK and use code SuperSitters for a huge discount on your ticket!

AND, please check out Dr. Glusman's Book I Love You Like Sunshine which would make an incredible gift for any new or expecting parent.

Let's Party (at the ROAR event!)

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Who TF is Tori, and how did Super Sitters become a thing? What is Tori's background that led her to this crazy childcare agency life, and does anyone remember those giant waffle blocks?

This week, friend of the WTF Pod Mo Phillps-Spotts interviews Tori about her childcare journey, her fave snack foods, her go-to rainy day activities, and where she thinks the world of childcare is headed. We do things a bit differently this week but it's a fun one. 

Let's Party. 

AND, Waffle blocks are still a thing from @officiallittletikes!

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Mo Phillips-Spotts @momosbookclub

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How is childcare different for a family with an autistic child? What are the different needs, or unique factors that go into a childcare conversation? 

Today we talk to the rock star human, and mom to Max, @melmcsherry. Mel talks openly and candidly about their specific experience raising an autistic child, and what childcare looked like for them. She shares her pet peeves, and personal experiences, and some excellent advice. 

Let's Party. 

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WTF is actually going on out on those big sites? How much work does it take to sign up? Are they actually a viable option as corporate backup? and who is regulating this stuff?

Wild ride today y'all. Tori actually signs up as a sitter on a big site DURING the recording of the episode to see what it's like and how long it takes - tune in to see what happens, and if Tori & Eric's guesses were correct. 

Let's Party. 

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WTF is the solution to event childcare? Why is it important? How does it make things more inclusive? Why should events have childcare if not everyone has kids?

This week Tori and Eric discuss the importance of childcare at events, corporate outings, or anywhere where adults need to attend but kids can't (or don't want to). They break down how event successes could hinge on this very thing, and how the event childcare solution might not be as complicated as you think if you jsut COMMUNICATE with the parents on your team. 

Let's Party.

Want to send us something? Email: [email protected] Tori: @todiebeans Eric: @ericburghervo

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Tori and Eric are joined by their hilarious friend, comedian and teacher, Jessica Antes. Jessica has taught comedy improv and writing to kids of all ages and she share her stories about what makes improv such a valuable tool for kids (and adults!). They discuss the power of connection, teamwork and how to help kids to not "lose their light" as they get older.

Let's Party.

Second City Kids Classes

Hearts to Art Camp

SHE Camp

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WTF does it look like to have your childcare living in your house? How does it work? Does this mean they are working 24/7? (spoiler, NO they aren't)

This week Tori and Eric talk to Jesse Zeidman, a childcare provider that has worked in multiple roles with kids, has worked in childcare agencies, and now as a live-in nanny! She shares the ins and outs, what works, and why boundaries (and communication!) are so important in this scenario. 

Let's party. 

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